by Carl Golden When America went to sleep on the night of Aug. 23 following the Republican presidential candidates’ debate, the Real Clear Politics polling averages put former president Donald Trump at 55 percent, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis at 14 and the rest of the field between less than one percent to seven percent. When the sun rose the following morning, Trump was … [Read more...] about FOUR INDICTMENTS LATER, NOTHING’S CHANGED FOR TRUMP
Modi’s G-20 Summit can help Biden to boost democracy and security outside the West.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is preparing to host a summit of the world’s most ambitious forum, the G-20, at a time of immense geopolitical turmoil that could undermine democracy and security everywhere, including in America. For Joe Biden, the Delhi summit of September 8-9 will be a significant occasion to reinforce ties with Modi and India since Russia’s Vladimir … [Read more...] about Modi’s G-20 Summit can help Biden to boost democracy and security outside the West.
Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress and promote a healthier heart
Short naps at the right time of day can benefit alertness and overall health in myriad ways. Tara Moore/Digital Vision via Getty Images Steven Bender, Texas A&M University Napping during the day is an ancient custom that is practiced worldwide. While some people view napping as a luxurious indulgence, others see it as a way to maintain alertness … [Read more...] about Short naps can improve memory, increase productivity, reduce stress and promote a healthier heart
Be anal. Never surrender.
Antisemitism Then and Now
Antisemitism is stupid. It is illogical. It is disgusting, and yet, it keeps popping up in news headlines. What drives anyone to be antisemitic is something that I can only guess. It could be that antisemitic people are just simple citizens, people of the land, the common clay. You know . . . morons. It's common for one group of people to be chosen to be scapegoats … [Read more...] about Antisemitism Then and Now
Idalia expected to make landfall in Florida’s Big Bend; now a category 4 hurricane
It’s been a stormy August. Wednesday morning Hurricane Idalia, now a category 4 storm, is projected to create a catastrophic surge for those living in the Florida Big Bend. Storm surge: 12-16 feet. Where is Florida's Big Bend? It's where the panhandle and peninsula shake hands. Hurricane Franklin threatens Bermuda, is sending life-threatening surf to the US east … [Read more...] about Idalia expected to make landfall in Florida’s Big Bend; now a category 4 hurricane
Artificial Intelligence and the Human Workforce
The collective and individual intelligence of humans is now being surpassed by intelligent machines of human origin, whose workings and thought processes are not fully understood by those who devised this ingenious and all-encompassing technology. This artificial or man-made intelligence learns the way a baby learns, absorbing new information that is fed into it or it is … [Read more...] about Artificial Intelligence and the Human Workforce
TOO SEXY FOR MY SHIRT (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
Donald Trump is so arrogant, that he believes it’s an honor to be arrested and have his mugshot taken. In fact, sharing the mugshot is his first post on Twitter/X since Elon Musk restored his account after being banned by the previous Twitter regime. Trump was banned from Twitter for the reasons he now has a mugshot. Even Nixon didn’t get a mugshot, who like Trump, was a … [Read more...] about TOO SEXY FOR MY SHIRT (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
There’s no age limit for politicians: as people live longer, should that change?
Mitch McConnell, Diane Feinstein and Joe Biden are all over 80 years old, joining a number of politicians who are staying in office well past their 70s. Anna Moneymaker/Chip Somodevilla/Samuel Corum/Getty Images Nancy S. Jecker, University of Washington President Joe Biden was “fine,” according to White House Communications Director Ben LaBolt, after … [Read more...] about There’s no age limit for politicians: as people live longer, should that change?
Florida evacuation orders in prep for Cat 4 Hurricane Idalia (updated)
Updated: 11:40 pm EST. The National Weather Service has upgraded the intensity of Hurricane Idalia to a category 4 storm. Idalia is forecast make landfall on the Big Bend coast of Florida on Wednesday morning. The Big Bend is where the Florida Panhandle transitions to the Florida Peninsula southeast of Tallahassee (capital). Maximum sustained winds are near 110 … [Read more...] about Florida evacuation orders in prep for Cat 4 Hurricane Idalia (updated)
Georgia and South Carolina under state of emergency: governors
The National Weather service has issued storm warnings for the entire Georgia and South Carolina coasts as well a portion of the North Carolina coast as Hurricane Idalia bears down on Florida's west coast. Gov. Brian Kemp declared a state of emergency for all of Georgia in anticipation of the impact of Hurricane Idalia’s projected landfall. “Georgians in the expected … [Read more...] about Georgia and South Carolina under state of emergency: governors
Hurricane Idalia: about the name
In case you are struggling to say Idalia (either aloud or in your head), the NOAA Atlantic basin storm name list helpfully provides a pronunciation guide: Idalia (ee-DAL-ya). I'm using dahlia (DA(H)L-ya) as my hint. In Greek mythology, Idalia is linked to Aphrodite, the goddess of beauty and love, probably because the city of Idalion or Idalium "was a center of her … [Read more...] about Hurricane Idalia: about the name
West coast of Florida braces for Hurricane Idalia (updated)
Updated 6:26 pm EST 2:43 pm, 5:08 am: Hurricane Idalia, now a category 2 hurricane (96-110 mph / 83-95 kt / 154-177 km/hr), is expected to bring "life-threatening storm surge and hurricane conditions ... along portions of the gulf coast of Florida tonight and Wednesday," the National Hurricane Center (NHC) announced at 5:00 pm EST. As of 5 am EST Tuesday, August 29, … [Read more...] about West coast of Florida braces for Hurricane Idalia (updated)
REPUBLICAN VOTER (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
Ron DeSantis condemned the murder of three Black people by a racist gunman in Jacksonville, saying he “took the coward’s way out” and, “The shooting, based on the manifesto that they discovered from the scumbag who did this, was racially motivated. He was targeting people based on their race. That is totally unacceptable.” But what he’s ignoring is that the racist shooter … [Read more...] about REPUBLICAN VOTER (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
China’s push to expand BRICS to undermine America’s global leadership may stumble.
Chinese President Xi Jinping scored a significant win in his combat to seriously undermine President Joe Biden’s leadership of the global order when he secured the surprising addition of six powerful developing countries to the obscure BRICS group of nations. Xi has successfully started a process to mold an expanded BRICS group as a counterweight to the US-led rich western … [Read more...] about China’s push to expand BRICS to undermine America’s global leadership may stumble.
OBESE SCALES OF JUSTICE (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
Trump’s staff purportedly sent his height and weight to the Fulton County jail to speed up the booking process which makes it shocking that the law enforcement agency was able to recognize him when he came in for his 20 minutes. Trump’s staff, probably through Trump himself, described him as 6? 3? which is b.s. They also listed his weight at 215 pounds, which is also b.s.. … [Read more...] about OBESE SCALES OF JUSTICE (CARTOON, COLUMN AND VIDEO)
A RABBIT OUT OF THE HAT
by Don Hermann Columnist The Magician is at it again. You gotta give him credit. He doesn’t lack for ideas to keep his head above water. Is it talent or desperation? Here’s a man, Donald J. Trump, who did something so unusual he made Houdini look like an amateur. The handcuffs were being polished, the cell door was ajar, the mattress extra soft and wide and long to … [Read more...] about A RABBIT OUT OF THE HAT
TRUMP’S MUGSHOT (MIKE PETERS GUEST CARTOON)
Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent cartoon artists for his outstanding work as both a political and comic strip cartoonist. His favorite expression “WHAT A HOOT” certainly sums up his outlook on his life and work which are inexorably entwined. Mike’s warm, easygoing and zany demeanor is evidence that his personality matches his creative talents. As … [Read more...] about TRUMP’S MUGSHOT (MIKE PETERS GUEST CARTOON)
Don’t Look a Gift Presidential Suite in the Mouth
After a rather long, rather depressing, telling-it-like-it-is piece about our two American camps, a short, amusing, telling-it-like-it-was anecdote seems to be in order. During a recent visit to the Netherlands, we stayed at a beautiful seaside resort hotel. We had booked what we thought would be a nice room but were greatly surprised when we were shown to a stunning … [Read more...] about Don’t Look a Gift Presidential Suite in the Mouth
