Open Mic for the week of 2/10/2025
On this day in 1996, Gary Kasparov lost the first game of a six game match against Deep Blue
Category: Ten Second News
From Smithsonian Magazine: When Bonobos Know What You Don’t, They’ll Tell You. It’s a Sign of a Cognitive Ability Called ‘Theory of Mind’
A first-of-its-kind study suggests bonobos, like humans, can understand someone else’s lack of knowledge—and adjust their actions accordingly
Group Activity: Kash Patel Confirmation Hearing
Watch and discuss the US Senate hearing that is considering the nomination of Kash Patel to head the FBI
Group Activity: Tulsi Gabbard Confirmation Hearing
Watch and comment on the US Senate hearing to examine the nomination of Tulsi Gabbard to be Director of National Intelligence
Group Activity: First Press Briefing of Trump’s Second Term
The debut of Karoline Leavitt as press secretary and the first gathering in the Brady Briefing Room of the Second Trump Term
Open Mic for the week of 1/27/2025
On this day in 1967, a fire in NASA’s Apollo 1 Command Module killed Gus Grissom, Ed White, and Roger B. Chaffee.
Babes in DOGE Land
Now passes the days of Vivek Ramaswamy; the Department of Government Efficiency hardly knew ye…
Reports: Isreal and Hamas Agree To Cease-fire Deal
A multi-phase cease-fire agreement has reportedly been reached between Isreal and Hamas that includes the release of hostages.
No Fighting In the War Room: Pete Hegseth Confirmation Hearing Livestream Edition
The confirmation process for incoming President Trump’s cabinet picks is ramping up, and both parties are focusing on Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth
Group Activity: Do You Know Your Trump Promises?
From the Washington Post, a quick check on how much you remember from the Trump first term as Trump 2.0 looms.
Open Mic for the week of 1/13/2025
On this day in 1968, Johnny Cash played a concert at Fulsom Prison
From NY Times: Popular Populations Potpourri
If less is more, just imagine how much more more could be, proffers the NY Times Editorial Board on what to do about immigration, population, and the debate over who and how many Americans there should be.
Multiple Wildfires Rip Through Los Angeles Amid Historic Winds
Apocalyptic scenes in the greater LA as Santa Ana winds reaching hurricane-like force drive uncontrollable brush fires.
Meta Ends Fact-checking Program
Changes in Meta protocol in the United States that effectively ends the company’s efforts at fact checking on platforms like Facebook.
Justin Trudeau Resigns As Liberal Leader and Prime Minster of Canada
Justin Trudeau has resigned pending the election of a new leader for the Liberal Party.
Two attacks on US soil and both involve a car rental app
Two attacks on US soil and both involve a car rental app.
Open Mic for the week of 12/30/2024
On this day in 1922, The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics was established.
