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General Discussion
Bullshit !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By SamKnause - 50 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
Bullshit !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By SamKnause - 50 replies @ 18 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
So little baby Sabrina who was taken from her mother's womb
By malaise - 18 hrs ago
So little baby Sabrina who was taken from her mother's womb
By malaise - 18 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
20m Empty Homes: The Story of China's Housing Bubble; Putin To Visit China; EU-China - China Update
By TexasTowelie - 18 hrs ago
20m Empty Homes: The Story of China's Housing Bubble; Putin To Visit China; EU-China - China Update
By TexasTowelie - 18 hrs ago
General Discussion
Regarding the multitude of protests about Israel
By no_hypocrisy - 25 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
Regarding the multitude of protests about Israel
By no_hypocrisy - 25 replies @ 19 hrs ago (Milestone)
General Discussion
Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
By dalton99a - 19 hrs ago
Ukraine pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
By dalton99a - 19 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
and now we have goose #2 sitting on the eagles nest in Decorah.
By a kennedy - 19 hrs ago
and now we have goose #2 sitting on the eagles nest in Decorah.
By a kennedy - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
Campus protests want colleges to divest from Israel. Here's how tuition money is linked to the war in Gaza
By David__77 - 19 hrs ago
Campus protests want colleges to divest from Israel. Here's how tuition money is linked to the war in Gaza
By David__77 - 19 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Key Fed inflation measure rose 2.8% in March from a year ago, more than expected
By BumRushDaShow - 19 hrs ago
Key Fed inflation measure rose 2.8% in March from a year ago, more than expected
By BumRushDaShow - 19 hrs ago
Israel/Palestine
Smotrich to PM: Bring down PA, annex West Bank, if it keeps seeking UN state, war arrests
By David__77 - 19 hrs ago
Smotrich to PM: Bring down PA, annex West Bank, if it keeps seeking UN state, war arrests
By David__77 - 19 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Donald Trump Campaign Accused of Spamming People With Unsolicited Emails
By BumRushDaShow - 19 hrs ago
Donald Trump Campaign Accused of Spamming People With Unsolicited Emails
By BumRushDaShow - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
"Wreak havoc": Text messages suggest a top Wisconsin Republican tried to suppress Black vote
By marmar - 19 hrs ago
"Wreak havoc": Text messages suggest a top Wisconsin Republican tried to suppress Black vote
By marmar - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
Trump's isolation deepens after his coup crew is hit with Arizona criminal indictments
By marmar - 19 hrs ago
Trump's isolation deepens after his coup crew is hit with Arizona criminal indictments
By marmar - 19 hrs ago
American History
On this day, April 26, 1937, the Supreme Court issued its decision in Herndon v. Lowry.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago
On this day, April 26, 1937, the Supreme Court issued its decision in Herndon v. Lowry.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump Looks SHELL-SHOCKED after Leaving CRIMINAL TRIAL - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 19 hrs ago
Trump Looks SHELL-SHOCKED after Leaving CRIMINAL TRIAL - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 19 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
Antiwar protesters' calls for divestment at universities put spotlight on how endowments are managed
By sl8 - 19 hrs ago
Antiwar protesters' calls for divestment at universities put spotlight on how endowments are managed
By sl8 - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
This SCOTUS business MAY not be as dire as one might think..
By PCIntern - 19 hrs ago
This SCOTUS business MAY not be as dire as one might think..
By PCIntern - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
This SCOTUS business MAY not be as dire as one might think..
By PCIntern - 19 hrs ago
This SCOTUS business MAY not be as dire as one might think..
By PCIntern - 19 hrs ago
Omaha Steve's Labor Group
Fremont SSW Survives Tragic House Fire, Union Members Have Her Back
By Omaha Steve - 19 hrs ago
Fremont SSW Survives Tragic House Fire, Union Members Have Her Back
By Omaha Steve - 19 hrs ago
Omaha Steve's Labor Group
Daimler Truck faces imminent strike by over 7,300 US workers
By sl8 - 19 hrs ago
Daimler Truck faces imminent strike by over 7,300 US workers
By sl8 - 19 hrs ago
Foreign Affairs
Ukraine war: Kyiv's plea for Patriots falls short in Greece and Spain
By sl8 - 19 hrs ago
Ukraine war: Kyiv's plea for Patriots falls short in Greece and Spain
By sl8 - 19 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Boeing and NASA decide to move forward with historic crewed launch of new spacecraft
By BumRushDaShow - 19 hrs ago
Boeing and NASA decide to move forward with historic crewed launch of new spacecraft
By BumRushDaShow - 19 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
On April 19, 1968, the Zombies' "Odessey and Oracle" was released in the UK.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago
On April 19, 1968, the Zombies' "Odessey and Oracle" was released in the UK.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
How big of a Senate majority do we need to expand the SCOTUS?
By prodigitalson - 19 hrs ago
How big of a Senate majority do we need to expand the SCOTUS?
By prodigitalson - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
"At least if he wins, I'll be pardoned for electoral fraud"
By orangecrush - 19 hrs ago
"At least if he wins, I'll be pardoned for electoral fraud"
By orangecrush - 19 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
On this day, April 26, 1938, Duane Eddy was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago
On this day, April 26, 1938, Duane Eddy was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 19 hrs ago
General Discussion
Former ICJ President clarifies court's ruling on South Africa's case against Israel - report
By Beastly Boy - 19 hrs ago
Former ICJ President clarifies court's ruling on South Africa's case against Israel - report
By Beastly Boy - 19 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Marjorie Taylor Greene Publicly Hit by Republicans From All Sides! - Pondering Politics
By TexasTowelie - 20 hrs ago
Marjorie Taylor Greene Publicly Hit by Republicans From All Sides! - Pondering Politics
By TexasTowelie - 20 hrs ago
General Discussion
Dan Rather to Make CBS News Return 18 Years After Controversial Exit
By babylonsister - 20 hrs ago
Dan Rather to Make CBS News Return 18 Years After Controversial Exit
By babylonsister - 20 hrs ago
Cable News Clips
Lisa Rubin: We're not going to see a trial in Judge Chutkan's court anytime soon - Morning Joe - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago
Lisa Rubin: We're not going to see a trial in Judge Chutkan's court anytime soon - Morning Joe - MSNBC
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
On this day, April 26, 1942, Bobby Rydell was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 20 hrs ago
On this day, April 26, 1942, Bobby Rydell was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 20 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
US expected to provide $6 billion to fund long-term weapons contracts for Ukraine, officials say
By BumRushDaShow - 20 hrs ago
US expected to provide $6 billion to fund long-term weapons contracts for Ukraine, officials say
By BumRushDaShow - 20 hrs ago
American History
On this day, April 26, 1944, in Chicago, the US government took over retail giant Montgomery Ward.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 20 hrs ago
On this day, April 26, 1944, in Chicago, the US government took over retail giant Montgomery Ward.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 20 hrs ago
General Discussion
Uvalde Parent Obliterates Police Response to Texas University Protest
By ck4829 - 20 hrs ago
Uvalde Parent Obliterates Police Response to Texas University Protest
By ck4829 - 20 hrs ago
General Discussion
If presidents have blanket immunity, what would you like to see Biden and Harris do?
By jmbar2 - 20 hrs ago
If presidents have blanket immunity, what would you like to see Biden and Harris do?
By jmbar2 - 20 hrs ago
The DU Lounge
Amusing Home Security Footage Presented As a David Attenborough Nature Documentary
By Submariner - 20 hrs ago
Amusing Home Security Footage Presented As a David Attenborough Nature Documentary
By Submariner - 20 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Biden Administration to Implement Most Sweeping Gun Export Regulations in Decades
By BumRushDaShow - 20 hrs ago
Biden Administration to Implement Most Sweeping Gun Export Regulations in Decades
By BumRushDaShow - 20 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
DeSantis: Florida 'will not comply' with new Biden Title IX rules
By Dulcinea - 20 hrs ago
DeSantis: Florida 'will not comply' with new Biden Title IX rules
By Dulcinea - 20 hrs ago
General Discussion
Newly minted RNC chair Lara Trump says they've got lawsuits cooking in 81 states.
By Beachnutt - 20 hrs ago
Newly minted RNC chair Lara Trump says they've got lawsuits cooking in 81 states.
By Beachnutt - 20 hrs ago
General Discussion
The supremely stupids are trying to figure out how immunize Trump but not Dem presidents.
By Augiedog - 20 hrs ago
The supremely stupids are trying to figure out how immunize Trump but not Dem presidents.
By Augiedog - 20 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
On this day, April 26, 1945, Tony Murray, who joined the Troggs in 1969, was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 20 hrs ago
On this day, April 26, 1945, Tony Murray, who joined the Troggs in 1969, was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 20 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
'Selfless and strong': memorial honours World Central Kitchen aid workers killed in Gaza
By BumRushDaShow - 20 hrs ago
'Selfless and strong': memorial honours World Central Kitchen aid workers killed in Gaza
By BumRushDaShow - 20 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
LIVE: TRUMP ON TRIAL - Day 8 - Meidas Touch - Scheduled for Fri 4/26 8:30 AM ET
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago
LIVE: TRUMP ON TRIAL - Day 8 - Meidas Touch - Scheduled for Fri 4/26 8:30 AM ET
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Alito complains 'special' Trump shouldn't be 'subject to criminal laws like anybody else'
By riversedge - 50 replies @ 20 hrs ago (Milestone)
Alito complains 'special' Trump shouldn't be 'subject to criminal laws like anybody else'
By riversedge - 50 replies @ 20 hrs ago (Milestone)
The DU Lounge
Something to put a smile on your faces....ENJOY this "Gentleman" getting a haircut & a shave...
By The_REAL_Ecumenist - 20 hrs ago
Something to put a smile on your faces....ENJOY this "Gentleman" getting a haircut & a shave...
By The_REAL_Ecumenist - 20 hrs ago
American History
Plattsburgh discusses raising Revolutionary War ship "Spitfire" out of Lake Champlain
By sl8 - 21 hrs ago
Plattsburgh discusses raising Revolutionary War ship "Spitfire" out of Lake Champlain
By sl8 - 21 hrs ago
Music Appreciation
On this day, April 26, 1940, Giorgio Moroder was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 21 hrs ago
On this day, April 26, 1940, Giorgio Moroder was born.
By mahatmakanejeeves - 21 hrs ago
Latest Breaking News
Newly minted RNC chair Lara Trump says they've got lawsuits cooking in 81 states. There are 50 states.
By BumRushDaShow - 21 hrs ago
Newly minted RNC chair Lara Trump says they've got lawsuits cooking in 81 states. There are 50 states.
By BumRushDaShow - 21 hrs ago
General Discussion
What have we become? Econ professor violently arrested at Emory
By Nevilledog - 25 replies @ 21 hrs ago (Milestone)
What have we become? Econ professor violently arrested at Emory
By Nevilledog - 25 replies @ 21 hrs ago (Milestone)
Economy
This week's major U.S. economic reports (April 29 -- May 3)
By mahatmakanejeeves - 21 hrs ago
This week's major U.S. economic reports (April 29 -- May 3)
By mahatmakanejeeves - 21 hrs ago
General Discussion
Okay....when can we expect a ruling from supreme Court on immunity?
By FarPoint - 21 hrs ago
Okay....when can we expect a ruling from supreme Court on immunity?
By FarPoint - 21 hrs ago
General Discussion
Biden Campaign Trolls Donald Trump With Stark Contrast Of What He Says... And What He Does
By Tom of Temecula - 21 hrs ago
Biden Campaign Trolls Donald Trump With Stark Contrast Of What He Says... And What He Does
By Tom of Temecula - 21 hrs ago
General Discussion
Real Time with Bill Maher guests - Friday, April 26, 2024
By Rhiannon12866 - 21 hrs ago
Real Time with Bill Maher guests - Friday, April 26, 2024
By Rhiannon12866 - 21 hrs ago
General Discussion
A narcissistic sociopath wants the authority of a king, while having the accountability of a toddler.
By Irish_Dem - 21 hrs ago
A narcissistic sociopath wants the authority of a king, while having the accountability of a toddler.
By Irish_Dem - 21 hrs ago
Editorials & Other Articles
OSHIT: Seven Deadly Sins of Bad Open Source Research (Bellingcat)
By sl8 - 21 hrs ago
OSHIT: Seven Deadly Sins of Bad Open Source Research (Bellingcat)
By sl8 - 21 hrs ago
General Discussion
ALITO: Immunity for Exiting Presidents is Justified as They Might Cling to Power in Response. WHAT?
By babylonsister - 25 replies @ 21 hrs ago (Milestone)
ALITO: Immunity for Exiting Presidents is Justified as They Might Cling to Power in Response. WHAT?
By babylonsister - 25 replies @ 21 hrs ago (Milestone)
Science
Judge dismisses superconductivity physicist's lawsuit against university
By sl8 - 21 hrs ago
Judge dismisses superconductivity physicist's lawsuit against university
By sl8 - 21 hrs ago
Forum Spotlight: Israel/Palestine
Israeli land grabs spike in West Bank during Gaza warUS says it's reviewing new information about Israeli unit accused of abuses before the war in Gaza
Smotrich to PM: Bring down PA, annex West Bank, if it keeps seeking UN state, war arrests
Latest Breaking News
House progressives release an agenda for 2025, with ideas for Biden to excite the base
Apr 18 - NBC News
Apr 18 - NBC News
Trump lawyers say Stormy Daniels refused subpoena outside a Brooklyn bar, papers left 'at her feet'
Apr 18 - AP
Apr 18 - AP
911 service restored in some areas after outages reported in at least four states across US
Apr 18 - ABC News
Apr 18 - ABC News
Mar-a-Lago judge issues rare denial to potential legal arguments about 'tyrannical repression'
Apr 18 - Law & Crime
Apr 18 - Law & Crime
FBI on alert for threats to the Jewish community ahead of Passover, director says
Apr 18 - CNN Politics
Apr 18 - CNN Politics
Rep. Donald Payne remains hospitalized after 'cardiac episode' more than a week ago
Apr 18 - NBC News
Apr 18 - NBC News
Google Fires 28 Employees for Protesting Company's Cloud Deal With Israel
Apr 18 - Wall Street Journal (gift link)
Apr 18 - Wall Street Journal (gift link)
Sen. Pete Ricketts donates $500K to Nebraska's 12-week abortion ban ballot campaign
Apr 18 - Omaha World Herald-Lincoln Journal Star
Apr 18 - Omaha World Herald-Lincoln Journal Star
Blinken Is Sitting On Staff Recommendations To Sanction Israeli Military Units Linked To Killings Or Rapes
Apr 17 - Huffington Post
Apr 17 - Huffington Post
Columbia's president rebuts claims she has allowed the university to become a hotbed of antisemitism
Apr 17 - AP
Apr 17 - AP
Trump will be grilled about sexual abuse and fraud if he testifies, Manhattan prosecutors say
Apr 17 - UK Independent
Apr 17 - UK Independent
Actors who portray Disney characters at Disneyland poised to take next step in unionization effort
Apr 17 - CBS News/AP
Apr 17 - CBS News/AP
Trump campaign asks GOP candidates using Trump's name and likeness in fundraising to give it a cut
Apr 17 - CNN Politics
Apr 17 - CNN Politics
Jan. 6 defendant charged with assaulting officers IDed with help of a forehead scar
Apr 17 - NBC News
Apr 17 - NBC News
Senate kills first of two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
Apr 17 - CNN
Apr 17 - CNN
Biden announces help for federal employees who are military spouses and want to telework from abroad
Apr 17 - Washington Post/AP
Apr 17 - Washington Post/AP
On trial off-day, Trump complains about jury selection process for his criminal case
Apr 17 - NBC News
Apr 17 - NBC News
House's Ukraine, Israel aid package gains Biden's support as Speaker Johnson fights to keep his job
Apr 17 - AP
Apr 17 - AP
The Latest Iran president warns of 'massive' response if Israel launches 'tiniest invasion'
Apr 17 - AP News
Apr 17 - AP News
Owner of Ship in Baltimore Bridge Collapse Asks Cargo Owners to Help Cover Salvage Costs
Apr 17 - US News and World Report/AP
Apr 17 - US News and World Report/AP
House Republicans unveil aid bills for Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan as Johnson pushes forward
Apr 17 - CBS News
Apr 17 - CBS News
An NPR editor who wrote a critical essay on the company has resigned after being suspended
Apr 17 - AP
Apr 17 - AP
Supreme Court makes it easier to sue for job discrimination over forced transfers
Apr 17 - ABC News/AP
Apr 17 - ABC News/AP
Hunter Biden appealing judge's resounding refusal to throw out gun indictment based on 'immunity'
Apr 17 - Law & Crime
Apr 17 - Law & Crime
Democrats who investigated Trump say they expect to face arrest, retaliation if he wins presidency
Apr 17 - CBS News
Apr 17 - CBS News