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Sunday, May 17, 2026
A RED wave of voters in the Land of Fruits and Nuts? Can it be real?
Early voting in California is showing a surprising surge in Republican participation, with more than 900,000 ballots already returned ahead of the June 2 primary. GOP turnout is significantly higher than expected in the deep-blue state, raising hopes among Republicans that they could flip key races - including a real shot at the governor’s mansion. Steve Hilton, the Trump-endorsed candidate for governor, is seeing strong early support as frustration with Gavin Newsom’s policies continues to build.
Democrats are reportedly scrambling, with Newsom himself admitting he has a secret “break the glass” plan to try to block Republicans from advancing in the top-two primary.
This early Republican surge comes as California continues to suffer from high taxes, crime, homelessness, and businesses fleeing the state - issues many voters are clearly ready to punish Democrats over.
This is a big sign that even in California, Americans are waking up. Years of one-party Democrat rule have turned the Golden State into a cautionary tale of what happens when progressive policies go unchecked. If Republicans can keep this momentum, it could be a historic night in June.
What do y’all think? Is California finally turning the corner and rejecting the Democrat disaster, or is this just a temporary blip? Sound off in the comments. I look forward to seeing your opinions...
Thanks to Florida Hillbilly for the graphic and the inspiration.
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Another LA gay bar, another LA gay bar fight. WTF is going on?
Love that headline grabber 'Pride & Punches. I have no idea what's going on outtheir but this is the second fight outside a gay bar in LA in ust the past two weeks. I'm starting to think this is a kinda regular thing out there and we're just now starting to hear about it. Personally, I think it's hilarious, and, as you'll see in the shot video, that was not bitch slab. Guy throws one helluve right!
Another stunning knockout was captured on video in West Hollywood that left a man sprawled out on the sidewalk outside of a gay bar. The altercation reportedly took place on Santa Monica Boulevard near Palm Avenue at 11 p.m. Thursday outside a bar called Trunks. The surrounding area is filled with bars and restaurants.
The video shows two men, one in a yellow shirt and another in a black-and-white tee, throwing hands and trading punches. Then, the man in the yellow-shirt pushes hard against the other man’s chest, effectively throwing him into the ground. The man appears unable to get back up, stunned by the attack. Another man carrying takeout in one hand checks on him, and another walks out of the establishment to bend over the laid out person and say a few words.
After the chaos settled, the man in the yellow shirt appeared to flex, possibly indicating he was ready to dish out another beating. Video footage from the fight was sent to the West Hollywood Sheriff’s station, which happens to be directly across the street from the where the fight happened.
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Is this getting your money's worth at an air show?
Two Navy jets crashed in midair at an air show in Idaho on Sunday - but all four crew members were able to safely eject. The two aircraft were taking part in the Gunfighters Air Show at the Mountain Home Air Force Base, some 50 miles southeast of Boise. Pictures from the scene show a huge plume of black smoke pouring into the sky following the crash, which happened on the second day of the air show.
“We had four good parachutes. The crews were able to eject,” an air show announcer told the crowd, according to the Idaho Statesman. “They’re located one mile south of where the smoke is. The parachutes came down,” the announcer continued. “Crash fire rescue and various other emergency services are on their way to the pilots and crew.
“They’re located one mile south of where the smoke is. The parachutes came down,” the announcer continued. “Crash fire rescue and various other emergency services are on their way to the pilots and crew. “That is always a positive in our world. If you are so inclined to take the time now to say a prayer,” the announcer concluded.
Dramatic video shows the two fighter jets colliding in midair before four parachutes are deployed. Both aircraft appeared to be flying extremely close together when they collided and seemingly became entangled, hurtling toward the ground as sparks shot off. The two jets, which appear to be Navy Super Hornet fighters, smashed into the runway with an enormous bang, producing a huge fireball and a cloud of smoke.
Did you know coconuts travel?
The seed can survive up to 180 days in saltwater before finding land. The buoyant air cavity and thick, waterproof husk act as a barrier against saltwater.
These trees are not just beautiful; they also provide many benefits. Coconut trees offer shade, delicious fruits, and materials for making various products. This means that they are a valuable part of tropical ecosystems and human life.
The journey of a coconut is a remarkable example of how nature works in surprising ways. The fact that coconuts can travel such long distances and still thrive is a testament to nature's cleverness. It shows how plants can adapt to their environment and find new places to grow. So, the next time you see a coconut, think about its incredible journey across the ocean and how it can turn into a vibrant tree in the right conditions. Nature truly has its own way of making connections across the world.
A true coconut palm cannot grow or survive on an Irish beach due to the cold climate. However, tropical-looking "palm trees" (like the Cordyline australis or cabbage palm) thrive along Ireland's coastlines, and real coconuts occasionally wash up on Irish strands after long ocean journeys.
I know - I've seen them in person.
He just doesn't want any of whatever it is...
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I can't imagine how much this musta stunk. Yikes...
A guy was in the right place at the wrong time and managed to capture video of the exact moment a train crashed into a truck carrying a septic tank – sending sewage spewing onto a Virginia road and leaving the driver with life-threatening injuries. The man behind the wheel was critically injured after he allegedly blew a stop sign and drove onto train tracks Thursday in Chesapeake, according to preliminary findings shared by police. As the ill-fated truck carrying a massive silver septic tank traveled over the tracks around 4 p.m., it was T-boned by the oncoming locomotive, as seen in the video.
The truck spun out of control and knocked over a tree as murky-colored sewage spewed into the air. First responders rushed to the scene and took the male driver to the hospital. He was in stable condition as of Friday. Authorities have not released any further information about his identity. Police said the dramatic incident triggered a “minor hazmat situation,” but there was no immediate threat to the public. The 20 second video is here.
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The TSA wants you to move along faster. They really do. Here's how you can...
TSA has revealed three-point security rule to speed through airport security. The Transportation Security Administration has shared a simple guide designed to help passengers get through checkpoints faster this summer.
In a social media post, the TSA reminded travellers to focus on three key things before reaching security. “You made it to the airport, now help yourself (and everyone behind you) get through the checkpoint faster,” the agency said.
First, passengers are asked to empty their pockets in advance not to hold the line behind. Secondly, travelers should have their IDs ready to present for checks. Last but not least, you should prepare your carry-on bags and listen to the officers’ instructions carefully. Laptops and iPads generally have to come out of the bag - unless you have TSA PreCheck.
The legendary laughable lies of the loofahs and other silliness...
Before I quote article, let me just say that this whole thing is 100% bullshit. It's fun to conjure, but when ya realize they're talking about wrinkly old ladies and beer-gutted old bald guys, the realities sort of kill the narrative. Any way, according to the Post from an article back in 2023, Loofah sponges may clean your body - but they’re apparently a sexy sign that people are getting down and dirty.
Residents from the Florida retirement complex the Villages, which The Post reported on in 2009 as being a “wild retirees getaway,” have been caught on video displaying loofahs on their cars, allegedly to distinguish their swinging sexual styles.
TikToker Tora Himan posted the 28-second clip, with the viral Dubskie song, “Oh No Oh No Oh No No No,” showcasing residents of the Villages community purchasing the multicolored shower scrubbers to hang on the roofs of their cars and golf carts with the caption, “They are everywhere!”
“The Villages is rocking out with their loofahs out!” one commenter quipped. However, not everyone agrees on the meaning behind the decorative ornaments. One commentor, who worked at the Villages for three years, suggests the loofahs simply help residents find their own vehicles since “all the retirees drive similar cars.”
And that, my story-loving friends, is the truth. I've seen some of these geezers look for their golf carts for a half-hour before they realize they drove their car to the bar, and the only reason the notice the car is because of their loofahs. 'Nuff said...
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Another poser bites the dust. The University of Toronto has rescinded folk singer Buffy Sainte-Marie’s honorary degree. It’s the latest recognition Ms. Sainte-Marie has lost since a 2023 CBC News investigation called her Indigenous heritage into question, including the Order of Canada and Polaris Prize.
Ms. Sainte-Marie disputed the CBC’s reporting but acknowledged in a statement to The Canadian Press that she is American and not a Canadian citizen. Sainte-Marie rose to prominence as a folk performer in Toronto’s Yorkville music scene weaving activism into her music and appearances and becoming a prominent advocate for Indigenous causes on both sides of the border.
The University of Toronto did not provide reasons for revoking Ms. Sainte-Marie’s honorary Doctor of Laws degree, saying only that it received a petition in February 2025 requesting the move. The school says the committee recommended the degree be revoked at a meeting on April 20 this year and the executive committee later endorsed the recommendation. It says the governing council approved the rescindment on Wednesday.
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Where are people living the happiest lives? The latest "Happy City Index" 2026 ranks the world’s happiest cities using indicators tied to quality of life, healthcare, mobility, affordability, governance, and the environment.
European cities dominate the rankings, led by Copenhagen, Helsinki, and Geneva. Tokyo ranks as Asia’s top city, while San Francisco is the only U.S. city to crack the global top 50.
The Happy City Index 2026 evaluated cities with populations above 100,000 residents across 64 indicators grouped into six themes: Citizens, Governance, Environment, Economy, Health, and Mobility.
So if you're gonna tell me that only one American City made this list, and that that City is San Fransisco, I'm gonna call 110% bullshit on your entire list, along with all of the criteria you may or may not have used to put it together. Juss' sayin'...
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Ya really wanna just smack the living fuck outta anyone who supports this 'sanctuary' bullshit. None of what they're doing makes sense. And they're using YOUR money to do it. Craziness...
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President Donald Trump may be preparing to toss a political grenade into Los Angeles’ mayoral race, by backing reality TV firebrand Spencer Pratt.
Buzz surrounding a possible Trump endorsement of Pratt has exploded inside conservative circles as the former reality star’s longshot campaign starts gaining serious attention far from the Hollywood Hills.
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Starting the morning at the 'Umbrellas'...
This is the iconic "Umbrellas" sculpture located on the waterfront of Thessaloniki, Greece. The sculpture was created by Greek artist George Zongolopoulos and was first presented at the Venice Biennale in 1993 before being installed in Thessaloniki in 1997. The artwork consists of several tall poles - each approximately 42 feet (13 meters) high—holding up tilted, colored umbrellas.
It is a popular spot for tourists and locals, particularly during sunset when the lighting changes the appearance of the piece.
Saturday, May 16, 2026
He got snipped. That calls for a drink...
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And I always thought squirrels were here just for dogs to chase...
Squirrels may be planting entire forests without even knowing it. Every autumn, these busy creatures bury thousands of nuts to prepare for winter. But here's the fascinating part: research suggests they forget where they put a significant portion of them. Studies indicate squirrels fail to recover between 50% and 74% of their cached nuts. Those forgotten acorns, walnuts, and hickory nuts? They can sprout into the next generation of trees.
Squirrels practice something called scatter hoarding, burying individual nuts across wide areas rather than storing everything in one spot. They rely on memory and smell to relocate their food, but not every cache gets found. A University of Richmond study found that this "misplacing" behavior is likely responsible for oak forest regeneration across North America.
Each forgotten nut has the potential to grow into a tree that produces thousands more nuts over its lifetime. Research shows this behavior helps forests spread far beyond where parent trees originally stood. The genetic diversity of woodlands may actually depend on squirrels moving seeds across landscapes in ways wind and gravity simply cannot. Scientists sometimes call squirrels "accidental gardeners" or unintentional ecosystem engineers.
Their caching behavior appears to support forest recovery after storms or fires, contributes to biodiversity, and may even play a role in carbon storage over decades. Of course, not every buried nut becomes a mighty oak. Soil conditions, competition, predation, and countless other factors determine which seeds survive.
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