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Latest Breaking News
George Hardy, last of the Tuskegee Airmen's World War II combat pilots, dies at 100
By demmiblue - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 4 sec ago
George Hardy, last of the Tuskegee Airmen's World War II combat pilots, dies at 100
By demmiblue - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 4 sec ago
The DU Lounge
Name a song with a celestial body in the title or lyrics. Mine is "Venus" by Shocking Blue, What is yours?
By debm55 - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 59 sec ago
Name a song with a celestial body in the title or lyrics. Mine is "Venus" by Shocking Blue, What is yours?
By debm55 - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 59 sec ago
General Discussion
Halligan off to a brilliant start on Comey indictment
By pat_k - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Halligan off to a brilliant start on Comey indictment
By pat_k - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
1979 - When Saddam Hussein held a public purge - video
By Ellipsis - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
1979 - When Saddam Hussein held a public purge - video
By Ellipsis - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Latest Breaking News
U.S. CBP reviewing apparent road rage incident between officer and Canadian tourist in WNY
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
U.S. CBP reviewing apparent road rage incident between officer and Canadian tourist in WNY
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Giuliani settles $1.3 billion Dominion defamation lawsuit
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
Giuliani settles $1.3 billion Dominion defamation lawsuit
By BumRushDaShow - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 2 min ago
General Discussion
TV ads recruiting ICE on college football games
By mnhtnbb - 45 min ago - Last reply 2 min ago
TV ads recruiting ICE on college football games
By mnhtnbb - 45 min ago - Last reply 2 min ago
General Discussion
Charlie Sykes on that batshit UN speech:
By tblue37 - 23 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Charlie Sykes on that batshit UN speech:
By tblue37 - 23 hrs ago - Last reply 3 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Republican Plan CRUMBLES As Catastrophic Mass Medical Clinic Collapse Begins
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 22 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
Republican Plan CRUMBLES As Catastrophic Mass Medical Clinic Collapse Begins
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 22 min ago - Last reply 4 min ago
General Discussion
James Comey is being investigated even though he hasn't committed a crime. It could change the country for the worst.
By Aristus - 1 hr ago - Last reply 4 min ago
James Comey is being investigated even though he hasn't committed a crime. It could change the country for the worst.
By Aristus - 1 hr ago - Last reply 4 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Why Portland? This is why.
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 4 min ago
Why Portland? This is why.
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 4 min ago
General Discussion
he just declared war on an american city
By moonshinegnomie - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 5 min ago
he just declared war on an american city
By moonshinegnomie - 11 hrs ago - Last reply 5 min ago
The DU Lounge
Here's an update from the Kit Cats. A group of Cats out in Vancouver BC!! Huge hugs to them!
By ralps - 6 min ago - Last reply 6 min ago
Here's an update from the Kit Cats. A group of Cats out in Vancouver BC!! Huge hugs to them!
By ralps - 6 min ago - Last reply 6 min ago
Baseball
Playoffs start at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, September 30!
By MIButterfly - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
Playoffs start at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, September 30!
By MIButterfly - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 7 min ago
Anthropology
Science history: Rosetta stone is deciphered, opening a window into ancient Egyptian civilization
By Judi Lynn - 8 min ago - Last reply 8 min ago
Science history: Rosetta stone is deciphered, opening a window into ancient Egyptian civilization
By Judi Lynn - 8 min ago - Last reply 8 min ago
General Discussion
"Harvard and Johns Hopkins showed Tylenol causes autism!" Fact or Fiction? Doctor Explains! (short and to the point)
By Quixote1818 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 8 min ago
"Harvard and Johns Hopkins showed Tylenol causes autism!" Fact or Fiction? Doctor Explains! (short and to the point)
By Quixote1818 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 8 min ago
Music Appreciation
Blind Faith - Presence Of The Lord
By steelyboo - 11 min ago - Last reply 11 min ago
Blind Faith - Presence Of The Lord
By steelyboo - 11 min ago - Last reply 11 min ago
General Discussion
and seriously how do we, as a Country handle this gawd damn Supreme Court???
By a kennedy - 1 hr ago - Last reply 12 min ago
and seriously how do we, as a Country handle this gawd damn Supreme Court???
By a kennedy - 1 hr ago - Last reply 12 min ago
General Discussion
The BASTARD wants a war so bad he can taste it!! Let me shout this as loud as i can
By bluestarone - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 19 min ago
The BASTARD wants a war so bad he can taste it!! Let me shout this as loud as i can
By bluestarone - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 19 min ago
General Discussion
Hope this guy near Portland is ok
By spooky3 - 49 min ago - Last reply 20 min ago
Hope this guy near Portland is ok
By spooky3 - 49 min ago - Last reply 20 min ago
General Discussion
re: the occupation of portland . arnt we in a debit problem? or the rs have told us for 30 years during
By AllaN01Bear - 21 min ago - Last reply 21 min ago
re: the occupation of portland . arnt we in a debit problem? or the rs have told us for 30 years during
By AllaN01Bear - 21 min ago - Last reply 21 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
The Borowitz Report: Federal Troops Arrive in Portland and Immediately Form Bands
By FakeNoose - 56 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
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The Borowitz Report: Federal Troops Arrive in Portland and Immediately Form Bands
By FakeNoose - 56 min ago - Last reply 22 min ago
General Discussion
So much for all the braggadocio about the military respecting their oath
By drray23 - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 22 min ago
So much for all the braggadocio about the military respecting their oath
By drray23 - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 22 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Putin preparing to attack another European country, Zelenskyy says
By ancianita - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 23 min ago
Putin preparing to attack another European country, Zelenskyy says
By ancianita - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 23 min ago
Editorials & Other Articles
"Let's Talk About Biological Realities"
By BootinUp - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
"Let's Talk About Biological Realities"
By BootinUp - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Wealthy TV producer holding potentially damaging Trump tapes 'in a vault in Idaho'
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Wealthy TV producer holding potentially damaging Trump tapes 'in a vault in Idaho'
By BumRushDaShow - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Trump falsely suggests FBI agents to blame for igniting Jan. 6 violence
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Trump falsely suggests FBI agents to blame for igniting Jan. 6 violence
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
General Discussion
So apparently Chuck Schumer still has not posted anything about the Comey indictment
By senseandsensibility - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 26 min ago
So apparently Chuck Schumer still has not posted anything about the Comey indictment
By senseandsensibility - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 26 min ago
General Discussion
More on the book I'm reading about Bobby Kennedy Sr
By Omaha Steve - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 27 min ago
More on the book I'm reading about Bobby Kennedy Sr
By Omaha Steve - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 27 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Tuberculosis case confirmed at Jasper High School
By groundloop - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
Tuberculosis case confirmed at Jasper High School
By groundloop - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Native Americans condemn Pentagon move to preserve Wounded Knee medals
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
Native Americans condemn Pentagon move to preserve Wounded Knee medals
By BumRushDaShow - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Disney investors demand details into company's Jimmy Kimmel suspension
By ificandream - 36 min ago - Last reply 29 min ago
Disney investors demand details into company's Jimmy Kimmel suspension
By ificandream - 36 min ago - Last reply 29 min ago
General Discussion
When your words come back to haunt you.
By sheshe2 - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
When your words come back to haunt you.
By sheshe2 - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 29 min ago
General Discussion
'Can you imagine the disdain?' Ex-GOP insider says Pete Hegseth setting stage for a 'coup'
By turbinetree - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 39 min ago
'Can you imagine the disdain?' Ex-GOP insider says Pete Hegseth setting stage for a 'coup'
By turbinetree - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 39 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Why would Hegseth order top brass to attend last-minute meeting?
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 41 min ago
Why would Hegseth order top brass to attend last-minute meeting?
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 41 min ago
Music Appreciation
TV on the Radio - Staring at the Sun (2003)
By Celerity - 42 min ago - Last reply 42 min ago
TV on the Radio - Staring at the Sun (2003)
By Celerity - 42 min ago - Last reply 42 min ago
General Discussion
Woman melts down when Starbucks' barrista doesnt call out "Charlie Kirk" for her order
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 23 hrs ago - Last reply 44 min ago
Woman melts down when Starbucks' barrista doesnt call out "Charlie Kirk" for her order
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 23 hrs ago - Last reply 44 min ago
General Discussion
Hegseth in a room with 24,000 years of military experience
By orangecrush - 48 min ago - Last reply 48 min ago
Hegseth in a room with 24,000 years of military experience
By orangecrush - 48 min ago - Last reply 48 min ago
General Discussion
"I'm a 22-year-old youtuber. You hold me to a higher standard than the President"
By Swede - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 49 min ago
"I'm a 22-year-old youtuber. You hold me to a higher standard than the President"
By Swede - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 49 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Mike Johnson Delays Swearing In Adelita Grijalva to Block Final Signature On Epstein Petition
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 49 min ago
Mike Johnson Delays Swearing In Adelita Grijalva to Block Final Signature On Epstein Petition
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 49 min ago
General Discussion
"Senior Portland Police Official" doesn't understand that "a political nightmare" IS TRUMP'S OBJECTIVE
By Miles Archer - 51 min ago - Last reply 50 min ago
"Senior Portland Police Official" doesn't understand that "a political nightmare" IS TRUMP'S OBJECTIVE
By Miles Archer - 51 min ago - Last reply 50 min ago
Latest Breaking News
National Weather Service at 'breaking point' as storm approaches
By mahatmakanejeeves - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 51 min ago
National Weather Service at 'breaking point' as storm approaches
By mahatmakanejeeves - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 51 min ago
Latest Breaking News
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary tells Scripps News 'I don't think autism is genetic'
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 52 min ago
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary tells Scripps News 'I don't think autism is genetic'
By BumRushDaShow - 16 hrs ago - Last reply 52 min ago
General Discussion
Thieves steal $1M worth in craft whiskey from Washington distillery
By Jilly_in_VA - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 52 min ago
Thieves steal $1M worth in craft whiskey from Washington distillery
By Jilly_in_VA - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 52 min ago
General Discussion
Last night, Eric Swalwell reminded MSNBC viewers why the House and Senate are not in session
By senseandsensibility - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 57 min ago
Last night, Eric Swalwell reminded MSNBC viewers why the House and Senate are not in session
By senseandsensibility - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 57 min ago
Latest Breaking News
'GOP is not pleased': Republicans furious over Dems' new Epstein file drop
By BumRushDaShow - 18 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
'GOP is not pleased': Republicans furious over Dems' new Epstein file drop
By BumRushDaShow - 18 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
Pam Bondi Claims 'Weaponization Has Ended' As She Lists Trump Opponents She Will Crush In Same Breath
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Pam Bondi Claims 'Weaponization Has Ended' As She Lists Trump Opponents She Will Crush In Same Breath
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Liberal YouTubers
Right-Wing Karen Instantly ROASTED For Harassing Starbucks Barista
By Quixote1818 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Right-Wing Karen Instantly ROASTED For Harassing Starbucks Barista
By Quixote1818 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
The OTHER SIDE of the "Domestic terrorists attack our brave ICE agents" story
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
The OTHER SIDE of the "Domestic terrorists attack our brave ICE agents" story
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
I was thinking Trump needs a new nickname with Pedo in it and maybe an AI character to brand him with
By Quixote1818 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
I was thinking Trump needs a new nickname with Pedo in it and maybe an AI character to brand him with
By Quixote1818 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
And tonights left baiting award goes to Trump for sending
By applegrove - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
And tonights left baiting award goes to Trump for sending
By applegrove - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
The DU Lounge
Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (September 27, 2025)
By EarlG - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Anniversaries and Posting Milestones (September 27, 2025)
By EarlG - 9 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
The DU Lounge
If I hear that "Kars for Kids" commercial one more time
By PlanetBev - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
If I hear that "Kars for Kids" commercial one more time
By PlanetBev - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
She 'captivated millions.' Now Trump wants Amelia Earhart records released.
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
She 'captivated millions.' Now Trump wants Amelia Earhart records released.
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
New details emerge on Hegseth's unusual mass gathering of top brass
By highplainsdem - 50 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
New details emerge on Hegseth's unusual mass gathering of top brass
By highplainsdem - 50 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Music Appreciation
An Evening With Elton John and Brandi Carlile
By mahatmakanejeeves - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
An Evening With Elton John and Brandi Carlile
By mahatmakanejeeves - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Newsom and Miller have a discussion on Twitter.
By Swede - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Newsom and Miller have a discussion on Twitter.
By Swede - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
The DU Lounge
If you didn't have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time? I would work on my jewelry. How about you.?
By debm55 - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
If you didn't have to sleep, what would you do with the extra time? I would work on my jewelry. How about you.?
By debm55 - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
The DU Lounge
Name a song with a celestial body in the title or lyrics. Mine is "Venus" by Shocking Blue, What is yours?
By debm55 - 25 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Name a song with a celestial body in the title or lyrics. Mine is "Venus" by Shocking Blue, What is yours?
By debm55 - 25 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Latin America
Mystery creature found in 'forbidden cloud forest' of Peru is new species of marsupial
By Judi Lynn - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Mystery creature found in 'forbidden cloud forest' of Peru is new species of marsupial
By Judi Lynn - 14 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
Not 'the gospel.' Ahead of Supreme Court term, Clarence Thomas weighs in on precedent
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Not 'the gospel.' Ahead of Supreme Court term, Clarence Thomas weighs in on precedent
By BumRushDaShow - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Gardening
One of myn favorite creatures to find in the garden
By Siwsan - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
One of myn favorite creatures to find in the garden
By Siwsan - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Liberal YouTubers
MAGA Mike PANICS To Block Dems From EXPOSING Epstein
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
MAGA Mike PANICS To Block Dems From EXPOSING Epstein
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Netanyahu says that Social Media is the next battlefield and explains how important the purchase TikTok is and next is
By womanofthehills - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Netanyahu says that Social Media is the next battlefield and explains how important the purchase TikTok is and next is
By womanofthehills - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Denise Powell: Free speech is under attack
By Omaha Steve - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Denise Powell: Free speech is under attack
By Omaha Steve - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Forum Spotlight: Florida
Florida wants to buy 4 acres in the Panhandle. The price tag? $83MMore details revealed about U.S. Rep. Cory Mills and ex-girlfriend at Lake City hearing
Lee County Supervisor of Elections finalizes recall ballot
Latest Breaking News
Regulators weigh billion-dollar utility takeovers as bills rise for consumers
2 hrs ago - Scripps News/AP
2 hrs ago - Scripps News/AP
U.S. CBP reviewing apparent road rage incident between officer and Canadian tourist in WNY
2 hrs ago - WKBW-TV Buffalo, NY
2 hrs ago - WKBW-TV Buffalo, NY
Wealthy TV producer holding potentially damaging Trump tapes 'in a vault in Idaho'
3 hrs ago - Raw Story
3 hrs ago - Raw Story
George Hardy, last of the Tuskegee Airmen's World War II combat pilots, dies at 100
3 hrs ago - NBC News
3 hrs ago - NBC News
Not 'the gospel.' Ahead of Supreme Court term, Clarence Thomas weighs in on precedent
4 hrs ago - USA Today
4 hrs ago - USA Today
Pam Bondi Claims 'Weaponization Has Ended' As She Lists Trump Opponents She Will Crush In Same Breath
5 hrs ago - MEDIAite
5 hrs ago - MEDIAite
Trump fires US attorney who told border agents to follow law on immigration raids
7 hrs ago - The Guardian
7 hrs ago - The Guardian
Mike Johnson Delays Swearing In Adelita Grijalva to Block Final Signature On Epstein Petition
7 hrs ago - Meidas Touch
7 hrs ago - Meidas Touch
US revokes visa for Colombia's president after he urges American soldiers to disobey Trump
7 hrs ago - Associated Press
7 hrs ago - Associated Press
'I'm absolutely terrified': Federal workers brace for potential government shutdown, mass layoffs
9 hrs ago - CNN Politics
9 hrs ago - CNN Politics
Northwestern students blocked from enrollment after refusing controversial antisemitism training
9 hrs ago - The Guardian
9 hrs ago - The Guardian
'Hell on earth': immigrants held in new California detention facility beg for help
9 hrs ago - The Guardian
9 hrs ago - The Guardian
ICE fires anti-crowd projectiles at Chicagoans aiming to shut down Trump's Midway Blitz
12 hrs ago - USA Today
12 hrs ago - USA Today
Judge who reviewed James Comey's indictment was confused by prosecutor's handling of case, transcript shows
14 hrs ago - CBS News
14 hrs ago - CBS News
Former national park superintendents urge Trump administration to close parks in case of shutdown
14 hrs ago - AP
14 hrs ago - AP
Cory Mills denies 'anything salacious' as he seeks to fend off restraining order
14 hrs ago - Politico
14 hrs ago - Politico
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary tells Scripps News 'I don't think autism is genetic'
16 hrs ago - Scripps News
16 hrs ago - Scripps News
GOP lawmaker who used Biden screen name admits he distributed child sex abuse material
16 hrs ago - Raw Story
16 hrs ago - Raw Story
Trump's pick for State Dept. deletes violent tweets as GOP blames left for political violence after Charlie Kirk killing
17 hrs ago - The Independent
17 hrs ago - The Independent
Judge rules 'MyPillow Guy' Mike Lindell defamed Smartmatic with false claims on voting machines
Yesterday - AP
Yesterday - AP
FBI fires agents seen kneeling in iconic photo during George Floyd protests five years ago
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Hospitals face $32 billion loss if Congress lets ACA tax credits expire, study says
Yesterday - Scripps News
Yesterday - Scripps News
Comey charge involves his role in sharing info about Hillary Clinton-related probe: Sources
Yesterday - ABC News
Yesterday - ABC News
Trump told Zelensky he was open to providing new long-range weapons in potentially huge policy change, report says
Yesterday - The Independent
Yesterday - The Independent
U.S. preparing options for military strikes on drug targets inside Venezuela, sources say
Yesterday - NBC News
Yesterday - NBC News
Trump asks Supreme Court to decide whether he can end birthright citizenship
Yesterday - CNN Politics
Yesterday - CNN Politics
LA car wash owner sues for $50m after being slammed and detained in Ice raid
Yesterday - The Guardian
Yesterday - The Guardian
Netanyahu vows to 'finish job' in Gaza during UN speech as delegates walk out
Yesterday - The Guardian
Yesterday - The Guardian
Trump's newly appointed U.S. attorney presented Comey case to grand jury on her own, source says
Yesterday - NBC News
Yesterday - NBC News