On The Subtle Art Form of Social Media Trolling
Thus, we get a lesson in trolling from one of the current pro-level practitioners.
Category: Ten Second News
From the AP: Biden pardons thousands convicted of marijuana charges on federal lands and in Washington
Biden, in a statement, said his actions would help make the “promise of equal justice a reality.”
Open Mic for the week of 12/18/2023
T’was the week before Christmas and all through the blog, not a… um… dang.
House Republicans Vote To Authorize Biden Impeachment Inquiry
The Republican majority in the House of Representatives voted to formalize the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.
Open Mic for the week of 12/11/2023
On this day in 1972: The last time that humans walked on the moon. Thanks, Eugene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt!
After Congress Comments, Penn President Liz Magill Resigns
Liz Magill has resigned as president of the University of Pennsylvania after strong backlash to comments made before congress.
From Astral Codex Ten: Defying Cavity: Lantern Bioworks FAQ
A potential cure for tooth decay. Maybe.
Open Mic for the week of 12/4/2023
On this day in 1154, the only Englishman to become Pope was elected Pontiff
George Santos Yeeted From Congress
It takes a lot, and we mean A LOT, to get expelled from congress, buy by George, Santos did it…
From The Washington Post: Henry Kissinger, who shaped world affairs under two presidents, dies at 100
His death was announced in a statement by his consulting firm, which did not give a cause.
CDC: COVID Lingering Effects A Drag on Life Expectancy
Experts who monitor life expectancy have been anticipating a “rebound” in longevity stats post-COVID, and this week they got it. Sort of…
Open Mic for the week of 10/30/2023
In the Northeast, it’s called “Mischief Night”. In the Midwest, it’s called “Devil’s Night”. Some parts of Vermont call it “Cabbage Night”.
Live Feed and Open Thread: Mass Shooting in Lewiston, Maine
A gunman in Lewiston, Maine is being searched for after murdering and wounding dozens late Wednesday night.
2nd Circuit Appeals Court Remands Khan v. Yale to Lower Court
Quasi-Judicial hearings require the core elements of due process
From Matt Yglesias: Israel, Palestine, and the need for principled free speech
Israel, Palestine, and the need for principled free speech
