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Beth Pensky, a 54-year-old single mother from New Jersey who now lives in Florida, never tells anyone that she’s estranged from her only son and daughter. “I lie all the time,” said Pensky, who told The Post her kids have rejected her because they’re “woke” and she is not. “I can’t tell anyone I don’t have a relationship with them. I had so much shame about it. It looks awful for me and makes me feel terrible so I lie.” But her attitude changed when she — and a number of other mothers — read a Post story in November...

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President Biden’s reelection campaign is preparing to launch. After months of “will he or won’t he,” Biden and his senior aides are readying the details around his 2024 campaign. President Biden’s reelection campaign is preparing to launch. After months of “will he or won’t he,” Biden and his senior aides are readying the details around his 2024 campaign.

The Prime Minister of Hungary, Viktor Orbán, believes that due to the crisis of the Western-centric order, which was allegedly accentuated by Russia’s war against Ukraine, the West has started a new “cold war”, in which Budapest should stand aside, maintain relations with Western competitors and claim the role of a regional leader. As European Truth reports, Orban said this in a speech at the Christmas dinner of the Cella Kalman Foundation (Hungarian politician of the late 19th and early 20th centuries), the thesis of which was presented by his political adviser Baláš Orbán in an article for the Mandiner...

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A popular chef in Iran has been arrested after what some have alleged could be to do with a video he posted in reference to assassinated Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani. (excerpt) Navab Ebrahimi was arrested in Tehran on Wednesday and taken to the city's Evin prison, the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) said. No reason was given for the arrest of Ebrahimi, who had some 2.7 million followers on Instagram enjoying his slickly produced videos showing how to produce classic Persian dishes without pain. But social media users said the arrest coincided with him posting a recipe to make...

Dr. Theresa Long (pictured), medical officer with the United States military, has testified in court that she was ordered by a superior to suppress Covid-19 vaccine injuries following the Biden regime’s mandateDr. Long also testified that the data shows that deaths of military members from the vaccines exceed deaths from COVID itself.Dr. Theresa Long, a medical officer with the United States military, has testified in court that she was ordered by a superior to suppress Covid-19 vaccine injuries following the Biden regime’s mandate.The DoD downplayed Dr. Long’s conclusions, saying the increase in vaccine injuries was caused by a “glitch in...

SEATTLE — In just a few weeks, the King County Election Department will mail out ballots allowing Seattle voters to decide on I-135, a petition-led initiative aimed at providing a new "social housing" framework. If passed, the proposed ballot measure would create a "Seattle Social Housing Developer" to obtain and operate publicly-owned, permanently affordable housing. The "developer" would be a board made up of renters and professionals in fields such as green development and urban planning. You can read more about the proposal according to its creators here. "There are a number of existing organizations that build and operate affordable...

Former President Donald Trump has been served with a wrongful death lawsuit by the estate of a US Capitol Police officer who died the day after the Jan. 6 riots. The suit alleges that Trump incited his supporters to commit violence on that day, which led to an assault on Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick by two men. Sicknick, 42, died on January 7 after having two strokes. Washington DC’s chief medical examiner said in April 2021 that the officer died of natural causes brought on by his illness. The lawsuit was filed by Sicknick’s longtime partner, Sandra Garza. It...

During CNN’s coverage of the House Speaker votes on Friday, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) said that it is unfortunate that House Speaker Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) “came to investigate, intimidate, and to deny the American people the benefits of this country.” And “That is going to be the difference” between Republicans and Democrats in the House. Jackson Lee stated, “You can understand by messages that we came to legislate and protect the American people through Mr. Jeffries’ leadership. And unfortunately, Speaker McCarthy came to investigate, intimidate, and to deny the American people the benefits of this country. That is...

A few months old, a bit long, but entirely worth it: Retired Teacher Pays for Stranger’s Groceries Before Making a Shocking Discovery About His True Identity It's no secret that the world can turn around even with the smallest gestures. It only takes one moment to change your life and the lives of everyone around you. And the world's desperately in need of kindness and positivity. One particular woman chose to do a small act of kindness, having no idea who the recipient was of her good deed. What she thought was a simple act of kindness turned out to...

CLAIM: Two researchers found that more than 1,500 athletes have suffered cardiac arrest since COVID-19 vaccinations began, compared to a previous average of 29 athletes per year, suggesting the vaccines are causing a dramatic rise in such cardiac issues. AP’S ASSESSMENT: False. The researchers cited a number from a blog that lists news stories about recent deaths and medical emergencies among people of all ages, from all over the world — some of which were attributed to other causes, such as cancer. The previous figure, meanwhile, is from a 2006 study that specifically reviewed literature for reports of sudden cardiac...

Another day, another fake Indian. This time the “pretendian” who spokeum with a forked tongue is a person called Katie LeClaire, who has been claiming Indian blood from multiple tribes for at least five years. Alas and alack, a real Indian did some research and learned that she’s as fake as Indian beads made in Japan. A twist: LeClaire masqueraded as a “two-spirit.” That’s Indian lingo for someone who is “non-binary,” which in turn is leftist code for a mentally ill individual who claims he, or she, doesn’t have a “gender,” meaning sex. Yet the story isn’t just one about...

Independent thinking is an increasingly rare phenomenon in our society. Human beings are wired for conformity and herd mentality, and there is a reason for that. Millennia ago, these evolutionary mechanisms helped us survive in the wild prehistoric world. But even today, in the modern world that is much safer than the ancient one, we still tend to conform to public opinion and follow the crowd. Why? Because it feels more convenient and safe. The majority can’t be mistaken, right? Yet, in our pursuit of being “normal”, we often fall victims to thinking biases and stereotypes. That’s why someone who...

Communism, socialism—big government in general—and wokeness don’t make much sense if thought about in terms of forward motion. Imagine watching a movie in reverse and trying to make sense of it. Bullets would be jumping out of bodies and racing back into the barrel of the gun. It would seem as though mothers consume newborns as they are pushed inside them. Chewed food would reconstitute itself and leap out of a mouth. Every day bodily functions would seem beyond bizarre. Nothing would make any sense and no amount of pondering would make it so—especially if one didn’t realize they were...

The steamer McClellan, Capt. GRAY, arrived here yesterday forenoon, with dates from New-Orleans to Saturday, Dec. 27. The steamer Arago, Capt. GADSDEN, also arrived at this port, yesterday, from New-Orleans on the evening of the 29th. The transport Albany, of the Banks Expedition, arrived out on the day the Arago left -- of course, in a partially disabled condition. No event of moment had transpired since the departure of the steamer Spaulding. Other vessels of Gen. BANKS' expedition had arrived, and there were already in camp at Baton Rouge some 10,000 of the newly arrived troops. Gen. BANKS, it was...

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has congratulated Republican politician Kevin McCarthy on becoming Speaker of the House of Representatives, telling him Ukraine is counting on his “continued support” and more U.S. aid. “Congratulations to [Kevin McCarrthy] on his election as the Speaker of the [United States] House of Representatives,” Zelensky wrote on social media. U.S. support in all fields has been vital for [Ukraine’s] success on the battlefield. We’re counting on your continued support and further U.S. assistance to bring our common victory closer,” he added.

80 years ago today, the greatest electrical engineer ever passed away. Feel free to share any nerd comments, or arguments. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikola_Tesla

A few pearls of wisdom The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless. Becoming an adult is the dumbest thing I’ve ever done. “Your call is very important to us. Please enjoy this 40 minute flute solo." Be decisive. Right or wrong, make a decision. The road is littered with flat squirrels who couldn’t make a decision. Happiness is not having to set the alarm clock. “The starting pay is $40,000. Later it can go up to $80,000.” Great. I’ll start later. ”Trust science. Studies show...

The Weekly Gardening Thread is a weekly gathering of folks that love soil, seeds and plants of all kinds. From complete newbies that are looking to start that first potted plant, to gardeners with some acreage, to Master Gardener level and beyond, we would love to hear from you. If you have specific question about a plant/problem you are having, please remember to state the Growing Zone where you are located. This thread is a non-political respite. No matter what, you won’t be flamed, and the only dumb question is the one that isn’t asked. It is impossible to hijack...