Remember that time when Key West declared war on the United States?

In 1982, the mayor of Key West was fed up. The U.S. government had set up a roadblock on the only highway leading into the city. It caused huge traffic jams. Tourists couldn't get in. Local businesses were losing money.

So the mayor decided to do something dramatic. He stood in front of the cameras and declared Key West an independent nation. He called it the Conch Republic. Then he declared war on the United States.

But this was no real war. He walked over to a man in a U.S. Navy uniform and tapped him on the head with a piece of Cuban bread. That was the "attack." One minute later, he surrendered.

Then he asked the U.S. government for $1 billion in foreign aid to help his "war-torn" nation rebuild.

It was a joke. But it made the news. The roadblock was removed soon after. And Key West still celebrates its "independence" every year. 

 

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My bucket list funeral. I wanna go out like this guy did...

 

A 'scantily-clad' pole dancer performed a raunchy routine at a Red Light district nightclub boss’ funeral. Video footage taken while 'danced' showed the dancer twisting on a pole behind two coffins, as Queen‘s “The show must go on” was blasted out to mourners.

The erotic dancer wore black knee-high boots and not much else as she performed at the strange send-off in Amsterdam. Video shared on social media showed her suspending herself upside-down on the pole wearing just a bra and black thong.

Immediately in front of her lie the white coffins of a nightclub boss and his wife, decorated with photos of the couple, candles and huge flower arrangements.

 

Funeral director Iede Hoorn called the performance “moving, brave and heartfelt”. He revealed that the nightclub boss had been dead for more than 30 years, and had been exhumed for the occasion.

There's video of her performance here, but, if you've seen one... 

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I never thought I'd report on TayTrav, but this is just too funny...

The Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding rumors just got a whole lot spicier. Sources claim Kamala Harris is “hurt” after being excluded from the guest list because the couple (or their team) feared political debates and drama could ruin the big day.

Swift has been a vocal Democrat supporter, while Kelce has kept a lower political profile. According to reports, the decision to leave Harris off the list was driven by worries that mixing high-profile politics with the wedding would turn the celebration into a battleground.

 

Weddings - even ones as goofy and over-the-top ridiculous as this one was are supposed to be about love and joy - not campaign strategy or avoiding awkward conversations. If true, this shows even A-listers are tired of politics invading every part of life. Thanks once again to Florida Hillbilly for even more inspiration on this.

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 Democrat Rep. Jasmine Crockett stirred controversy by 

declaring that America “owes Black women everything” while 

marking Independence Day. 

Crockett’s comments came during a time when millions of Americans were celebrating the 

founding principles of liberty, self-reliance, and equal justice under the law.

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Got mine yesterday. They're comfortable as all giddup.

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What is the difference between Iran army and IRGC? The core difference is that Iran's regular army (Artesh) protects the nation's borders, while the IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps) safeguards the Islamic Republic's ruling system. The two function as separate, parallel militaries, each with its own ground, naval, and air forces. 

The Army focuses on traditional defense, protecting territorial integrity, and guarding international borders. It functions much like conventional militaries worldwide, while the IRGC is an ideological entity designed to protect the 1979 revolution and prevent internal dissent or foreign coups. It operates the IRGC Quds Force, which manages asymmetrical warfare, intelligence, and relationships with militant proxies across the Middle East. 

The Army serves the broader Iranian state and answers to the Supreme Leader. It utilizes a large number of conscripts (drafted citizens). The IRGC answers directly to the Supreme Leader but operates largely independent of the government, functioning essentially as the regime's praetorian guard. It consists strictly of ideological volunteers. 

The Army maintains a strictly professional military profile with limited involvement in internal politics or business while the IRGC holds vast economic and political influence. It controls a massive business empire, including construction, engineering, and energy sectors, allowing it to exert significant control over domestic affairs. 

Both forces coordinate under the Armed Forces General Staff, but they maintain an ongoing rivalry due to overlapping responsibilities and the regime's preference for keeping parallel, competitive institutions to prevent challenges to its authority.

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Does a guy who thinks he's a girl but does nothing about it other than to wear women's clothes - what we used to refer to as a cross-dresser, deserve to comnpete on a level playing field with girls and young women?. Who the fuck knows what cross-dressing is called nowadays. It might be thought of as normal ferfucksakes, but I digress. If a guy shows up at a women's track and field event wearing a tutu and high heels, would these inclusionist morons let him compete solely on the basis that he was humming 'I feel pretty, oh so pretty' when  he pranced in?

So you tell me what's the difference with that scenario and the ones we see on a regular basis where some guy lets his hair down and calls himself Sally? THAT is how fuckin' stupid that whole argument is. Juss' sayin'...

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Yeah - happens 3 times outta four 'round here. If it ain't to take a piss, it's to get my hearing aid. Or my wallet. Or my glasses. Or a hat. Or money. You know how it is. Just 'cause we say we're ready doesn't mean we actually are ready ready, if ya catch my drift...

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This photograph is titled 'Amours et barbelés' (Love and Barbed Wire) by French photographer Robert Doisneau.It was taken in August 1944 in Paris, France, during the Nazi occupation and liberation period.The scene captures a couple embracing behind barbed wire fencing in the Jardin des Tuileries.

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Lough Swilly...

 

Lough Swilly (meaning "Lake of Shadows") is one of Ireland’s only three glacial fjords, carving a 45-kilometer path between County Donegal's Inishowen and Fanad peninsulas. Renowned for its rich marine biodiversity, historic shipwrecks like the SS Laurentic, and dramatic coastal drives, it serves as a stunning focal point along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Exploring the lough and its surrounding towns is highly rewarding. Here are some of the key local hubs and activities:

Buncrana - Located on the eastern shore of the Inishowen Peninsula, it is the largest town on the lough, known for its beaches, golf course, and castle ruins.Rathmullan: Situated on the western shores, this historic village is the perfect launching point for summer crossings. You can utilize the seasonal Lough Swilly Ferry to travel directly between Rathmullan and Buncrana.

Fahan - Just south of Buncrana, this village is home to the sheltered Lough Swilly Marina, making it a prime spot for sailing and deep-sea angling.

Inch Island - Located mid-lough and connected to the mainland via a road bridge, it is a renowned wildlife sanctuary featuring exceptional birdwatching and walking trails.

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Shitting in Freddy's shoes...

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The usual suspects are at it again, and the gals got their shots in, too...

A chaotic fan fight broke out during the Giants-Rockies game at Oracle Park on July 9, turning a lower-level seating section into a messy scene that quickly spread across multiple rows. The fan video shows several fans already tangled up, with punches thrown and people shoving near the stairs. The situation escalated when a man wearing a black Raiders No. 52 jersey jumped into the scrum and appeared to strike multiple women, including people who were already knocked down or being pulled away.

Other fans tried to separate the group, including a man in a white Giants jersey, but the fight continued to spill through the section as bystanders pulled out phones to record. The fight quickly drew attention online, with many commenters focusing on the man in the Raiders jersey and criticizing his apparent role in the brawl. 

 

The ugly scene only added to what has already been a brutal season for the Giants, who have watched early expectations give way to injuries, offensive droughts and mounting frustration around the club. What should have been another summer night at Oracle Park instead became another viral stadium fight.

 

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Someone must have a birthday 

or anniversary coming up.

Here's a great gift idea...

 

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on this blog, I get credit for whatever you buy. 

Granted, it's only pennies, but every penny helps, right?

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The south shall rise again. Oh, never mind, we already did...

And Florida's leading the pack. Florida and South Carolina recorded the fastest real GDP growth in 2025, each expanding by 3.1%.

Sun Belt states generally outperformed the national average, while the Plains and Great Lakes regions lagged. North Dakota (0.3%) and Washington, D.C. (0.4%) posted the slowest growth, though every state economy expanded. The U.S. economy grew 2.1% in real terms in 2025, but that national figure tells only part of the story. While every state economy expanded, some grew nearly ten times faster than others.

Using the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA), this map compares real GDP growth across all 50 states and Washington, D.C. No states grew more in 2025 than Florida and South Carolina, which both expanded by 3.1%.

 

Their strong growth rates reflect the continued economic momentum of the American South and the broader Sun Belt. Arkansas (2.2%), North Carolina (2.7%), and Texas (2.5%) also performed better than the national average. The ranks U.S. states based on their 2025 real GDP growth, measuring the change in overall economic output after adjusting for inflation.

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 Centrum Silver Men's 50+ Multivitamin with Vitamin D3, 
B-Vitamins, Zinc for Memory and Cognition - 200 Tablets. 

Perfect for men over 50. That's less than 10 cents each!

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An indescribable HillBetty beauty...

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Portable high power handheld Vacuum with 

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It's python season again in Florida, and there's money on the line...

Participating hunters are competing for their share of $25,000 in total prizes, including a $10,000 grand prize awarded to whoever bags the most. Registration for the tournament costs $25, and outdoorsmen must complete a training course that takes about 45 minutes. Hunters must then pass a quiz on the material from the training course with a score of at least 85%.

Beyond the grand prize, the remaining $15,000 pool is split up among groups of Professional, Novice, and Military hunters. In each group, the hunter who bags the most pythons will walk away with $2,500, with the outdoorsman who removes the second most earning $1,500.

 

The third prize is for the longest python in each category, awarding $1,000 to the winning hunter. But participants will only be able to win one prize each, with the prize they’re awarded being the one of highest value.

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It'll be in all the papers tomorrow...

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Handmade gifts are extra special when

they're for someone extra special.

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 It's one-of-a-kind and comes with free shipping.

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When you buy anything on Amazon going from a link

on this blog, I get credit for whatever you buy. 

Granted, it's only pennies, but every penny helps, right?

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Why does my wife always want an aisle seat on a plane?

She says it's for more leg room. Says she doesn't mind if I have to get up and go to the bathroom four times. I think this is closer to the truth than she wants to admit.

 According to this report this morning, a RYANAIR passenger was “sucked up to his shoulders” out of a cabin window after it was smashed open by pieces of the jet’s broken engine.

The wife of a 61-year-old Serbian man stopped him being yanked out of the Boeing 737 by gripping onto his legs for five minutes until bystanders rushed in to help. Flight FR1879 was en route to Memmingen, Germany, after departing from Makedonia airport in Thessaloniki, Greece, this morning at 5:55am.

But shortly after taking off, at a 20,000ft altitude, it was forced to return when passengers heard a deafening bang as the jet’s windows were shattered. 

 

The Serbian man was “sucked” from his seat and into the plane’s slipstream as bystanders screamed and the pilot repeatedly yelled “emergency!” over the speakers. But as soon as the windows broke, the passenger’s wife pinned him down as his head and shoulders were left hanging out of the aircraft’s body. She is said to have grappled onto him for about five minutes – before fellow passengers jumped in to help tug his body back to safety.

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