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General Discussion
There's no "Art," no "Deal." There's just an old man in a diaper gorging on Big Macs & trying to find a way out of Iran.
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 21 sec ago
There's no "Art," no "Deal." There's just an old man in a diaper gorging on Big Macs & trying to find a way out of Iran.
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 21 sec ago
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Wierdest thing happened to me last night.
By OAITW r.2.0 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Wierdest thing happened to me last night.
By OAITW r.2.0 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
Important Monday Night News Update
By littlemissmartypants - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
Important Monday Night News Update
By littlemissmartypants - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 1 min ago
General Discussion
Some of Texas's oldest barbecue joints close as meat prices skyrocket
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 49 min ago - Last reply 6 min ago
Some of Texas's oldest barbecue joints close as meat prices skyrocket
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 49 min ago - Last reply 6 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump Quickly Gets NIGHTMARE NEWS in $1.776B Case - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
Trump Quickly Gets NIGHTMARE NEWS in $1.776B Case - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 10 min ago - Last reply 10 min ago
General Discussion
Who the f shoots off fireworks on Memorial Day?
By Danmel - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 13 min ago
Who the f shoots off fireworks on Memorial Day?
By Danmel - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 13 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump Taken To HOSPITAL As Health Gets WORSE
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 16 min ago - Last reply 16 min ago
Trump Taken To HOSPITAL As Health Gets WORSE
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 16 min ago - Last reply 16 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Memorial Day Reckoning: Were These Wars Worth It? - Thom Hartmann
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 min ago - Last reply 20 min ago
Memorial Day Reckoning: Were These Wars Worth It? - Thom Hartmann
By Rhiannon12866 - 20 min ago - Last reply 20 min ago
General Discussion
"NOT the ONION"...UFC CEO wants to "add fans around the venue" at Trump's W.H. wrestling event to chase away gnats
By Miles Archer - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 20 min ago
"NOT the ONION"...UFC CEO wants to "add fans around the venue" at Trump's W.H. wrestling event to chase away gnats
By Miles Archer - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 20 min ago
General Discussion
Trump falls asleep as speakers talk about service members dying for their country on Memorial Day
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 22 min ago
Trump falls asleep as speakers talk about service members dying for their country on Memorial Day
By BlueWaveNeverEnd - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 22 min ago
General Discussion
Remember when Ted Lieu said the Epstein files show Trump raped and threatened to kill children?
By Ponietz - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 23 min ago
Remember when Ted Lieu said the Epstein files show Trump raped and threatened to kill children?
By Ponietz - 17 hrs ago - Last reply 23 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Woman killed by patio umbrella while dining at lakeside South Carolina restaurant: Coroner
By blue-wave - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Woman killed by patio umbrella while dining at lakeside South Carolina restaurant: Coroner
By blue-wave - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Astrology, Spirituality & Alternative Healing
Susan - must see 2:03:12 - why slob returned to WH
By SheltieLover - 1 hr ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Susan - must see 2:03:12 - why slob returned to WH
By SheltieLover - 1 hr ago - Last reply 24 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Massie Drops FINAL EPSTEIN BOMB on Trump
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 29 min ago - Last reply 25 min ago
Massie Drops FINAL EPSTEIN BOMB on Trump
By Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin - 29 min ago - Last reply 25 min ago
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Well, our house goes on the market on Thursday
By leftieNanner - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 26 min ago
Well, our house goes on the market on Thursday
By leftieNanner - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 26 min ago
General Discussion
I hear a lot of relevant stuff gets
By kairos12 - 28 min ago - Last reply 28 min ago
I hear a lot of relevant stuff gets
By kairos12 - 28 min ago - Last reply 28 min ago
General Discussion
Why did I have to remember THAT?
By EnergizedLib - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 28 min ago
Why did I have to remember THAT?
By EnergizedLib - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 28 min ago
General Discussion
🚨 162 Days Until Election Day! Link To 2026 Calendar and Election Information 🚨
By Wednesdays - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 31 min ago
🚨 162 Days Until Election Day! Link To 2026 Calendar and Election Information 🚨
By Wednesdays - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 31 min ago
General Discussion
Early in-person voting starts today for NJ congressional primaries
By RandySF - 32 min ago - Last reply 32 min ago
Early in-person voting starts today for NJ congressional primaries
By RandySF - 32 min ago - Last reply 32 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
US-IRAN CONFUSION CAST - DAY 89 w/Malcolm, Jacob, Wajeeh - Malcolm Nance
By Rhiannon12866 - 34 min ago - Last reply 34 min ago
US-IRAN CONFUSION CAST - DAY 89 w/Malcolm, Jacob, Wajeeh - Malcolm Nance
By Rhiannon12866 - 34 min ago - Last reply 34 min ago
Cable News Clips
Soft on crime, hard on cops: Why is Trump PAYING criminals with YOUR MONEY - The Beat - MS NOW
By Rhiannon12866 - 49 min ago - Last reply 37 min ago
Soft on crime, hard on cops: Why is Trump PAYING criminals with YOUR MONEY - The Beat - MS NOW
By Rhiannon12866 - 49 min ago - Last reply 37 min ago
Latest Breaking News
Tourists boycott US at record rates after Trump takeover
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 37 min ago
Tourists boycott US at record rates after Trump takeover
By BumRushDaShow - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 37 min ago
Foreign Affairs
Russians lose all hope as the biggest victory of the year turned out to be fake - RFU News
By 2naSalit - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 39 min ago
Russians lose all hope as the biggest victory of the year turned out to be fake - RFU News
By 2naSalit - 10 hrs ago - Last reply 39 min ago
General Discussion
First Nude posts "Memorial Day Message" with pic of Trump "honoring the dead" in his MAGA hat...with Trump cropped out.
By Miles Archer - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 40 min ago
First Nude posts "Memorial Day Message" with pic of Trump "honoring the dead" in his MAGA hat...with Trump cropped out.
By Miles Archer - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 40 min ago
Astrology, Spirituality & Alternative Healing
Denise - Did F45 Have a Surgical Procedure Sat 5.23.2026? Is he Truly Negotiating w/Iran? 5.25.2026
By SheltieLover - 57 min ago - Last reply 45 min ago
Denise - Did F45 Have a Surgical Procedure Sat 5.23.2026? Is he Truly Negotiating w/Iran? 5.25.2026
By SheltieLover - 57 min ago - Last reply 45 min ago
Jewish Group
(JEWISH GROUP) Do Jews have a future in Europe? A historian of antisemitism has her doubts. (long read)
By Behind the Aegis - 45 min ago - Last reply 45 min ago
(JEWISH GROUP) Do Jews have a future in Europe? A historian of antisemitism has her doubts. (long read)
By Behind the Aegis - 45 min ago - Last reply 45 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
Military Generals TRASH Trump And Hegseth Over "Insulting" Speeches
By Uncle Joe - 48 min ago - Last reply 48 min ago
Military Generals TRASH Trump And Hegseth Over "Insulting" Speeches
By Uncle Joe - 48 min ago - Last reply 48 min ago
The DU Lounge
Astronaut Mark Kelly once smuggled a full gorilla suit on board the International Space Station. He didn't tell anyone
By Shellback Squid - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 49 min ago
Astronaut Mark Kelly once smuggled a full gorilla suit on board the International Space Station. He didn't tell anyone
By Shellback Squid - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 49 min ago
General Discussion
Map of the USA after losing WWIII
By highplainsdem - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 50 min ago
Map of the USA after losing WWIII
By highplainsdem - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 50 min ago
Education
Digital Media Has Negative Impacts on Students' Cognitive Skills
By Collimator - 51 min ago - Last reply 51 min ago
Digital Media Has Negative Impacts on Students' Cognitive Skills
By Collimator - 51 min ago - Last reply 51 min ago
Jewish Group
(JEWISH GROUP) Hundreds of US mayors back push to mark Jewish American heritage month
By Behind the Aegis - 51 min ago - Last reply 51 min ago
(JEWISH GROUP) Hundreds of US mayors back push to mark Jewish American heritage month
By Behind the Aegis - 51 min ago - Last reply 51 min ago
Jewish Group
(JEWISH GROUP) Spanish police filmed beating Gaza flotilla activists as Jerusalem jabs back at Madrid
By Behind the Aegis - 52 min ago - Last reply 52 min ago
(JEWISH GROUP) Spanish police filmed beating Gaza flotilla activists as Jerusalem jabs back at Madrid
By Behind the Aegis - 52 min ago - Last reply 52 min ago
General Discussion
I'm so tired of people associating low IQ with Trump
By csusan - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 55 min ago
I'm so tired of people associating low IQ with Trump
By csusan - 13 hrs ago - Last reply 55 min ago
General Discussion
Monte Mader- DOJ erasing history in the middle of the night
By Figarosmom - 55 min ago - Last reply 55 min ago
Monte Mader- DOJ erasing history in the middle of the night
By Figarosmom - 55 min ago - Last reply 55 min ago
Liberal YouTubers
🚨Trump STRIKES Iran as PEACE DEAL SABOTAGED?!! - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 55 min ago
🚨Trump STRIKES Iran as PEACE DEAL SABOTAGED?!! - Meidas Touch
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 55 min ago
Cable News Clips
THEY'RE OVER IT! Megyn, Rogan & Cruz join mounting TRUMP REVOLT - The Beat - MS NOW
By Rhiannon12866 - 58 min ago - Last reply 58 min ago
THEY'RE OVER IT! Megyn, Rogan & Cruz join mounting TRUMP REVOLT - The Beat - MS NOW
By Rhiannon12866 - 58 min ago - Last reply 58 min ago
California
I had lunch with Tom Steyer today. Ask me anything.
By CoopersDad - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
I had lunch with Tom Steyer today. Ask me anything.
By CoopersDad - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
"The New York Times put together a graphic of how much time cabinet members spend kissing up to Trump in meetings..."
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
"The New York Times put together a graphic of how much time cabinet members spend kissing up to Trump in meetings..."
By Miles Archer - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
The DU Lounge
Strange email from B.o.A. All my cards are "locked" including the bank's debit card.
By 3Hotdogs - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Strange email from B.o.A. All my cards are "locked" including the bank's debit card.
By 3Hotdogs - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Environment & Energy
A First Among Major Nations, India Is Industrializing With Solar
By Brenda - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
A First Among Major Nations, India Is Industrializing With Solar
By Brenda - 7 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
I was kind of disgusted seeing images of TSF at Arlington Cemetery placing a wreath...
By wcmagumba - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
I was kind of disgusted seeing images of TSF at Arlington Cemetery placing a wreath...
By wcmagumba - 8 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
The DU Lounge
Nicholas Brothers in a routine Fred Astaire said is the best motion picture choreography.
By marble falls - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Nicholas Brothers in a routine Fred Astaire said is the best motion picture choreography.
By marble falls - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Cable News Clips
Trump's BRAIN ROT dies. But these words changed the course of American history - The Best People - Nicolle Wallace
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Trump's BRAIN ROT dies. But these words changed the course of American history - The Best People - Nicolle Wallace
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
New York Knicks punch ticket to NBA Finals for first time in 27 years
By nycbos - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
New York Knicks punch ticket to NBA Finals for first time in 27 years
By nycbos - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Cable News Clips
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Democrats concerned about direction of DNC leadership
By Uncle Joe - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Tamara Keith and Amy Walter on Democrats concerned about direction of DNC leadership
By Uncle Joe - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump IN PANIC MODE as Judge BLOCKS DOC DESTRUCTION - Talking Feds
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Trump IN PANIC MODE as Judge BLOCKS DOC DESTRUCTION - Talking Feds
By Rhiannon12866 - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
The Horrifying Truth About Data Centers Nobody Is Talking About
By bucolic_frolic - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
The Horrifying Truth About Data Centers Nobody Is Talking About
By bucolic_frolic - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
TV Chat
Tonight on Amanpour and Company, May 25th, 2026 is a repeat.
By littlemissmartypants - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Tonight on Amanpour and Company, May 25th, 2026 is a repeat.
By littlemissmartypants - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
For those of you who had a friend or loved one who gave all
By Quiet Em - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
For those of you who had a friend or loved one who gave all
By Quiet Em - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Cable News Clips
'Abject nonsense': Sanders, Platner RIP Bezos' defense against billionaire tax hikes
By Uncle Joe - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
'Abject nonsense': Sanders, Platner RIP Bezos' defense against billionaire tax hikes
By Uncle Joe - 1 hr ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Paula Poundstone- 163 days to save & trump skips jr. wedding
By Figarosmom - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Paula Poundstone- 163 days to save & trump skips jr. wedding
By Figarosmom - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
Russia threatens more Kyiv strikes and tells foreign nationals to leave
By BumRushDaShow - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Russia threatens more Kyiv strikes and tells foreign nationals to leave
By BumRushDaShow - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
Who the f shoots off fireworks on Memorial Day?
By Danmel - 25 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Who the f shoots off fireworks on Memorial Day?
By Danmel - 25 replies @ 1 hr ago (Milestone)
Music Appreciation
Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Maps (Official Music Video) 2003
By Celerity - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Maps (Official Music Video) 2003
By Celerity - 3 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
General Discussion
"The American experiment is over..."
By CousinIT - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
"The American experiment is over..."
By CousinIT - 12 hrs ago - Last reply 1 hr ago
Latest Breaking News
Escondido man dies after brutal attack outside his Trump-themed home
By mahatmakanejeeves - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
Escondido man dies after brutal attack outside his Trump-themed home
By mahatmakanejeeves - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
Liberal YouTubers
Trump as Carnac The Magnificent! - Glenn Kirschner
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
Trump as Carnac The Magnificent! - Glenn Kirschner
By Rhiannon12866 - 2 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
80 years old is too old to be President?
By kentuck - 18 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
80 years old is too old to be President?
By kentuck - 18 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
Remember this disaster- Texas board faults Camp Mystic leader for inaction during deadly flood
By malaise - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
Remember this disaster- Texas board faults Camp Mystic leader for inaction during deadly flood
By malaise - 5 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
When Ken Burns talks, I end up taking notes.
By yellow dahlia - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
When Ken Burns talks, I end up taking notes.
By yellow dahlia - 4 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
Classical Music
Kodaly's 'Nyari Este' ('Summer Evening')
By sprinkleeninow - 21 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
Kodaly's 'Nyari Este' ('Summer Evening')
By sprinkleeninow - 21 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
General Discussion
"The best way to honor our war dead....
By lastlib - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
"The best way to honor our war dead....
By lastlib - 6 hrs ago - Last reply 2 hrs ago
Forum Spotlight: Classic Films
TCM Schedule for Fri, May 29, 2026: Henry Fonda / Gregory Peck (Cape Fear, The Boys From Brazil, more)TCM Schedule for Thurs, May 28, 2026: Costumes by Adrian / TCM Host Favorites / Late night with Bogart
TCM Schedule for Wednesday, May 27: Period Adventure Films/Eileen Heckart
Latest Breaking News
ICE agents pepper spray protesters, N.J. senator in clash outside Delaney Hall in Newark
3 hrs ago - NJ.com
3 hrs ago - NJ.com
Woman killed by patio umbrella while dining at lakeside South Carolina restaurant: Coroner
3 hrs ago - ABC News
3 hrs ago - ABC News
HGSU-UAW Strike Becomes Longest in Union History as Harvard Holds Firm at Bargaining Table
4 hrs ago - The Crimson
4 hrs ago - The Crimson
Maryland Senate president softens stance on redistricting: 'The rules have changed'
7 hrs ago - The Hill
7 hrs ago - The Hill
Thomas Massie files to run again in 2028 after Trump-led ouster from Kentucky seat
7 hrs ago - Independent
7 hrs ago - Independent
Sherrill denied access to controversial ICE detention center as calls for its closure grow
9 hrs ago - NJ.com
9 hrs ago - NJ.com
This new drug candidate is effective against measles and other viruses, researchers say
9 hrs ago - Independent
9 hrs ago - Independent
Local DAs warn federal agents against showing up at polling places, threaten prosecution
9 hrs ago - MS NOW News
9 hrs ago - MS NOW News
Iran would open Strait of Hormuz 30 days after peace deal, Nikkei reports citing source
11 hrs ago - Reuters
11 hrs ago - Reuters
Iran's president orders reopening of international internet access, state media reports
11 hrs ago - Reuters
11 hrs ago - Reuters
China controls a metal that's key for the Iran war, sending the U.S. on a global hunt for more
11 hrs ago - NBC News
11 hrs ago - NBC News
CBS stops its effort to halt sharing of Colbert's public access show appearance after massive backlash
13 hrs ago - The Independent
13 hrs ago - The Independent
'Made in Russia, Delivered into Captivity': Systematic Torture of Ukrainian POWs in Russia
15 hrs ago - Kyiv Post
15 hrs ago - Kyiv Post
N.J. Gov. Mikie Sherrill says she wants access to Delaney Hall ICE facility amid protests
15 hrs ago - CBS News
15 hrs ago - CBS News
Widow of Vietnam War veteran encourages more nominees for In Memory program
15 hrs ago - Nebraska Examiner
15 hrs ago - Nebraska Examiner
Outgoing lawmaker vows to 'name names' in Epstein files: 'I've got seven more months'
15 hrs ago - Raw Story
15 hrs ago - Raw Story
Oil market at 'tank bottoms' in Asia, and Europe isn't far behind, warns market veteran Jeff Currie
17 hrs ago - CNBC
17 hrs ago - CNBC
Overheated chemical tank in southern California 'will fail', EPA chief says
17 hrs ago - The Guardian
17 hrs ago - The Guardian
Trump clears path for industry cronies to 'mow down' staff at key watchdog agency: report
18 hrs ago - Raw Story
18 hrs ago - Raw Story
Pope Leo XIV makes historic apology for Holy See's own role in legitimizing slavery
18 hrs ago - Associated Press, via KCRA
18 hrs ago - Associated Press, via KCRA
Republican lawmaker says Hegseth 'makes Kristi Noem seem like a 5-star recruit' in blistering takedown
19 hrs ago - The Independent
19 hrs ago - The Independent
Speaker Mike Johnson Optimistically Declares 'The Kitchen Table Issues Are Going To Determine The Midterms'
20 hrs ago - MEDIAite
20 hrs ago - MEDIAite
Florida emergency chief hopes FEMA funding delays in past heading into hurricane season
21 hrs ago - Politico
21 hrs ago - Politico
Southern California chemical tank has a crack that could possibly lower risk of explosion
Yesterday - AP
Yesterday - AP
Netanyahu told Trump Israel will remain free to act against threats, Israeli source says
Sunday - Reuters
Sunday - Reuters
WH Spox Excoriates Trump's Fmr. Secretary of State for Criticizing Iran Deal: 'No Idea What the F*ck He's Talking About!
Sunday - MEDIAite
Sunday - MEDIAite