Good-bye and good-riddance to 2014. As we move into 2015, what can we learn from how 2014 ended and how we're now "trending" in various areas? Here are a few items to watch: Look for signs of President Barack Obama's REAL intentions. Not only were the results of the 2014 Congressional elections a "shellacking" for Democrats and Obama, a major paint job -- with four coats of … [Read more...] about What to expect in 2015
Cartoon: Terror
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Gunmen Still At Large After Killing 12 at Paris HQ of Satirical Magazine
Gunmen Still At Large After Killing 12 at Paris HQ of Satirical Magazine The gunmen who killed 12 people at the Parisian headquarters of the French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo are still at large. Bernard Cazeneuve, the French interior minister, has told journalists that three attackers were involved and that everything was being done to, "neutralise as quickly as possible … [Read more...] about Gunmen Still At Large After Killing 12 at Paris HQ of Satirical Magazine
AMENDED UPDATE It is now said 1 suspect in custody, two at large/ Paris, France: 12 murdered by gunmen at office of newspaper publishing satire [Also an atrocity caught on video]
[icopyright one button toolbar] AMENDED UPDATE: Although NBC, Drudge Report, Associated Press reported earlier today that one suspect was dead and two in custody, those assertions appear to be retracted now, and the latest report is that one suspect is in custody and the other two, who appear to be brothers, are still at large. We will stay tuned. UPDATE: The … [Read more...] about AMENDED UPDATE It is now said 1 suspect in custody, two at large/ Paris, France: 12 murdered by gunmen at office of newspaper publishing satire [Also an atrocity caught on video]
The Very Best Of The Worst: A Decade Of Blogging At Kiko’s House
We stopped blowing our horn about milestones at my home blog, Kiko's House, a few years ago. For one thing, it was a tad narcissistic considering that some current affairs blogs have more visitors before breakfast on a slow day than we've had in our entire lifetime. And while history has a really annoying way of repeating itself, there also has been a certain redundancy to … [Read more...] about The Very Best Of The Worst: A Decade Of Blogging At Kiko’s House
Christie’s Cheers For Cowboys Troubles Twitterverse
The Twitterverse went wild Sunday night as New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie cheered on his favorite NFL team from inside Jerry Jones’ suite at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. While the governor hugged Jones and rooted for the Cowboys, who took on the Detroit Lions 24-20 in a tense playoff game, Twitter users noticed it was the… … [Read more...] about Christie’s Cheers For Cowboys Troubles Twitterverse
Salk Institute pill tricks body into weight loss
LA JOLLA, California (SDONA) — Salk Institute researchers announced Monday the development of an entirely new type of pill that tricks the body into thinking it has consumed calories, causing it to burn fat. The compound effectively stopped weight gain, lowered cholesterol, controlled blood sugar and minimized inflammation in mice, making it an excellent candidate for a … [Read more...] about Salk Institute pill tricks body into weight loss
The Surprise of the Speaker Vote
‘We have an ideology of sniping; a government by slander. It is a debate of low guffaws and name calling.’ In charge ... AGAIN. Déjà vu (illustration by author)[icopyright one button toolbar] Today, John Boehner won re-election as Speaker of the House of Representatives of the United States, seemingly winning the approval of his caucus after presiding over the two … [Read more...] about The Surprise of the Speaker Vote
A Vast Number of New Jobs to Be Created in and by New Congress (Updated)
[icopyright one button toolbar] Update: And this is no satire: As the New Republican Congress gets ready to vote on a bill to approve construction of the Keystone XL pipeline, the White House is sending signals that President Obama would veto such legislation. While the bill is all but guaranteed to pass the Senate, it is not clear whether there will be enough … [Read more...] about A Vast Number of New Jobs to Be Created in and by New Congress (Updated)
Member of Ferguson Grand Jury Suing To Be Allowed To Speak Out On How McCulloch Mischaracterized The Case
There have been multiple irregularities in the grand jury proceedings regarding Darren Wilson, who shot Michael Brown when both eye witnesses and forensic evidence suggest he was attempting to surrender. The case was handled improperly in order to protect Wilson from facing a fair trial, with the prosecutor essentially acting as the defense for Darren Wilson. There were also … [Read more...] about Member of Ferguson Grand Jury Suing To Be Allowed To Speak Out On How McCulloch Mischaracterized The Case
Risky Behavior- Who Should Pay the Tab?
One of the aggravating aspects of our society is the lack of responsibility in many of our fellow citizens that comes back to bite those of us standing on the sidelines. The subject arose because of the recent story of the two year old child who found a loaded gun in his mother’s pocketbook. Playing with it, he unknowingly shot her and unfortunately killed her. Do I feel sorry … [Read more...] about Risky Behavior- Who Should Pay the Tab?
How To Meditate, Practically
The Spa Finder Wellness 365 Trends Report predicted 2013 would be the year of “mindful living” — and they were right. They were so right that they didn’t know how right they were. The idea to be mindful or mindfully meditate continues to be a focus of health and wellness as we head into 2015. To… … [Read more...] about How To Meditate, Practically
Boehner’s humiliation by conservatives continues: no votes pile up against him
[icopyright one button toolbar] Perhaps no Speaker of the House in American political history has been repeatedly made to look so impotent by his own party members as Rep. John Boehner. And the political humiliation is continuing as the no votes against him pile up. This once again shows how meaningless (and almost laughable) most punditry is since pundits suggested there'd … [Read more...] about Boehner’s humiliation by conservatives continues: no votes pile up against him
Christie Pushed Port Authority To Award Deal To Jerry Jones’ Firm
Less than two years before Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones paid for New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie’s tickets and travel to NFL games, government documents show Christie personally pushed the Port Authority to approve a lucrative contract for a firm part-owned by Jones. Christie nonetheless accepted the gifts from Jones, despite New Jersey ethics rules barring… … [Read more...] about Christie Pushed Port Authority To Award Deal To Jerry Jones’ Firm
UPDATE: 2 NYPD officers shot in Bronx, tonight Monday Jan 5, 2015; More from de Blasio
[icopyright one button toolbar] Update: The two officers who were shot were 6 and 7 years' long veterans of NYPD. The hospital report has been amended for now, to one officer shot in lower back and arm and in critical condition. One officer was shot in the chest and arm and is reported in stable condition. Shortly after the shooting, investigators were notified that a … [Read more...] about UPDATE: 2 NYPD officers shot in Bronx, tonight Monday Jan 5, 2015; More from de Blasio
Time for the GOP to pitch in
WASHINGTON -- With Republican majorities in both houses, the new Congress should begin by focusing on traditional GOP priorities: improving the nation's sagging infrastructure, reforming an unwieldy tax code and finding ways to boost middle-class opportunity. When pigs fly, you say? Skepticism is definitely in order. But Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and House … [Read more...] about Time for the GOP to pitch in
YOUR HEALTH: Using The Review For A Clear View by Dr. P, DC
[icopyright one button toolbar] written by Dr. Kevin Purcell, D.C. Do you have an idea of personal health markers and how they might change if you stopped or started living healthfully? Do you have an idea of what it would take to influence health and longevity through diet and exercise? I am going to share two case studies with you. They are my own. I am going to … [Read more...] about YOUR HEALTH: Using The Review For A Clear View by Dr. P, DC
Grand Juror Accuses Bob McCulloch of Mischaracterizing Darren Wilson Case
A grand juror has filed a lawsuit against St. Louis County district attorney Bob McCulloch, accusing him of mischaracterizing the Darren Wilson case for the shooting death of 18-year-old Michael Brown. The grand juror, identified only as "Grand Juror Doe," is suing in an "effort to speak out about what happened" in the case, St. Louis Public Radio reports. “In [the grand … [Read more...] about Grand Juror Accuses Bob McCulloch of Mischaracterizing Darren Wilson Case
SciFi Weekend: Agent Carter;Daredevil; Sleepy Hollow; The Flash; Arrow; Broadchurch; Gotham; 12 Monkeys; Penny Dreadful; The 100; Edward Herrmann; Stuart Scott
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmwDSolYG1Q Agent Carter is one of the more eagerly awaited new shows to begin this winter. ABC has released another promotional video, in which Haley Atwell discusses her character's double life. Entertainment Weekly has more information on the upcoming Daredevil series on Netflix. Here are just some of the points: 1. Daredevil will be … [Read more...] about SciFi Weekend: Agent Carter;Daredevil; Sleepy Hollow; The Flash; Arrow; Broadchurch; Gotham; 12 Monkeys; Penny Dreadful; The 100; Edward Herrmann; Stuart Scott
From the Holocaust to Darfur, war criminals elude justice
From the Holocaust to Darfur, war criminals elude justice By Rafael Medoff/JNS.org The most notorious living perpetrator of genocide can sleep a little easier. The International Criminal Court (ICC), which five years ago indicted Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir for organizing the genocide in Darfur, recently suspended further action on Darfur because of the … [Read more...] about From the Holocaust to Darfur, war criminals elude justice