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Remember when the Biden regime and their intel lapdogs decided Tulsi Gabbard was such a threat to their agenda that they smeared her as a “Russian asset” and quietly slapped her on a terror watch list? Yeah. About that. Fast forward to today—and that same woman is now one of the most powerful, plugged-in voices in the country, with access to everything the corrupt left never wanted the public to see. Tulsi isn’t just speaking out… she’s ripping the lid off the entire operation. And she’s doing it with a level of calm precision that’s got regime bigwigs shaking in...

Summary Policy shift risks $373 billion in clean energy investments New tax credit rules could make even fewer projects eligible for incentives Solar manufacturers concerned about demand for U.S.-made products once credits expire July 24 (Reuters) - Singapore-based solar panel manufacturer Bila Solar is suspending plans to double capacity at its new factory in Indianapolis. Canadian rival Heliene’s plans for a solar cell facility in Minnesota are under review. Norwegian solar wafer maker NorSun is evaluating whether to move forward with a planned factory in Tulsa, Oklahoma. And two fully permitted offshore wind farms in the U.S. Northeast may never...

A 61-year-old woman drove her pickup truck into the sanctuary of a Texas Catholic church on the morning of July 21, and local police said they believe the crash wasn’t an accident. According to local CBS affiliate KFDM, the woman first drove around Infant Jesus Catholic Church in Lumberton and then headed to the front of the building. A KFDM reporter who viewed footage of the incident said the woman threw a large painting of a bird at the church. Lumberton Police Chief Danny Sullins added that the driver also had a picture of Jesus with her. KFDM reported that...

In a historic victory for Nevada families, Nevada Right to Life has succeeded in finally enforcing the state’s parental notification law — nearly 40 years after it was passed. Planned Parenthood has officially dropped its decades-long lawsuit, clearing the way for parents to be notified before a minor undergoes an abortion. Since 1985, Nevada Right to Life has been the only organization relentlessly fighting to get this law enforced, shouldering the financial burden and actively seeking every legal avenue to bring justice for families. Thanks to their unwavering dedication, supported by legal counsel James Bopp, Jr. of The Bopp Law...

The Planned Parenthood abortion business has confirmed it’s shutting down a center it operated in Tyler, Texas. As LifeNews reported Tuesday, Planned Parenthood facility in Tyler, Texas, has reportedly permanently closed its doors, with a sign posted on July 17, 2025, marking the end of operations at 601 Turtle Creek Drive. Now the abortion giant has confirmed this, posting on its web site, “In-clinic services will end at this health center on 7/17/25, but Tyler area patients can still access services by making a telemed appointment.” Pro-life advocates hailed the closure as a victory in the ongoing effort to end...

Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey filed a lawsuit against the Planned Parenthood Federation of America, accusing the abortion organization of misleading women about the safety of mifepristone, a drug used in chemical abortions. The suit, announced Wednesday, seeks millions in damages and aims to hold the national abortion provider accountable for what Bailey calls deceptive practices that endanger women’s health. “Planned Parenthood has a documented history of subverting state law, including failure to file complication reports,” Bailey said in a statement. The lawsuit, filed in response to what Bailey describes as Planned Parenthood’s pattern of violating Missouri regulations, alleges the...

Hulk Hogan, the WWE wrestler and ally of President Donald Trump, has died at the age of 71. Hogan suffered a cardiac arrest and emergency responders were called to his home in Clearwater, Florida where they were unable to revive him, according to TMZ. The former WWE fighter was rumoured to be unwell earlier this year, apparently suffering from neck problems. Hogan emerged as a key ally of Mr Trump during the election campaign, memorably ripping his shirt off at the Republican National Convention (RNC).

An old Sumerian myth that had been forgotten for centuries has resurfaced once again, according to a study published by Dr. Jana Matuszak in the journal Iraq. The tablet upon which the myth is inscribed is Ni 12501 and dates back to around 2400 BCE, during the Early Dynastic IIIb period. It was discovered in Nippur in the 19th century. While incomplete, the text is remarkable in featuring a narrative with the Sumerian storm god Iškur, better known for his role in bringing rain, who is captured and taken to the netherworld or Kur. His fate, as offered here, becomes...

The media conglomerate Paramount announced Wednesday afternoon that the creators of “South Park” had agreed to produce 50 new episodes over the next five years in a deal reportedly valued at $1.5 billion. Ten hours later, “South Park” creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker excoriated Paramount — and aggressively skewered President Donald Trump — in the premiere episode of the Comedy Central show’s 27th season. In the episode, Trump (voiced by Stone) sues the town of South Park for $5 billion after they challenge Jesus Christ’s presence in their elementary school. The townspeople are prepared to fight back, but Jesus...

The Union Pacific Big Boy 4014 roared back through Colorado towns between Denver and Cheyenne July 17 and 19 – this time pulling another piece of history, commemorative locomotive No. 1616, also known as the Abraham Lincoln. The Abraham Lincoln is a commemorative locomotive unveiled on April 30, 2025 at the Downing B. Jenks Locomotive Shop in North Little Rock, Arkansas, labeling it as the second presidential locomotive built, according to officials. The powerhouse engine joins Union Pacific’s No. 4141, which was built to honor President George H.W. Bush, according to officials. Union Pacific pays tribute to the memory of...

London CNN — Extreme weather caused by climate change is driving up the prices of basic food products worldwide and posing wider risks to society, a new study has found. The cost of a wide range of goods – from vegetables in California to coffee in Brazil – saw dramatic spikes in recent years due to weather conditions that were “so extreme they exceeded all historical precedent prior to 2020,” according to the study led by Maximillian Kotz of the Barcelona Supercomputer Center. Previous studies have examined how high temperatures have affected the cost of food produce in the long...

With Stephen Colbert canceled, and Morning Joe in perilous straits as MSNBC is discarded by its parent company, could Joe Scarborough be making a pitch for a late-night gig? The question arises in light of Scarborough's antics and bell-ringing stunt this morning, bringing to mind a late-night host's desperate bid for laughs.Scarborough went on a rant against Tulsi Gabbard's White House briefing room appearance in which she laid out accusations against Obama in connection with Russian-collusion conspiracy claims about the 2016 election. During vaudeville days, a judge would ring a bell to remove failed acts from the stage. Claiming that...

The Air Force Global Strike Command has ordered an immediate halt to the use of its M18 service pistol following the death of a Security Forces Airman in a “tragic incident.” The Airman was killed by an alleged accidental discharge, fueling long-standing complaints and a recent FBI report suggesting the M18 can fire without its trigger being pulled.

Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard said Wednesday on Fox News’ “Jesse Watters Primetime” that she couldn’t have gotten past the “deep state obstacles” to release files exposing the Russiagate hoax without a whistleblower coming forward to provide “critical pieces” to the story. On Friday, Gabbard released newly declassified documents regarding allegations that President Donald Trump’s first campaign colluded with Russia to sway the 2016 election in his favor. While discussing the files with Fox’s Jesse Watters, the host asked Gabbard how she found evidence showing former President Barack Obama and his national security team “manufactured and politicized intelligence”...

MARION COUNTY, Fla. — A 15-year-old boy has been sentenced for his role in three Marion County murders that took place in early 2023 when he was just 12 years old. Christopher Atkins was sentenced to 40 years in prison for the murder of Camille Quarles in 2023. Quarles was one of three victims in a string of murders, the other two victims being Layla Silvernail and Michael Hodo Jr. Atkins was charged in the murders alongside Robert Robinson and Tahj Brewton, who were 17 and 16 years old at the time of the killings. Robinson and Brewton entered no...

Hulk Hogan, one of the most popular professional wrestlers of all-time who helped make WWE a juggernaut, died on Thursday, WWE confirmed. A “cardiac arrest” call was placed and medics were sent to Hogan’s home in Clearwater, Fla, according to TMZ. He was stretchered into an ambulance. WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away.” WWE wrote on X. “One of pop culture’s most recognizable figures, Hogan helped WWE achieve global recognition in the 1980s. WWE extends its condolences to Hogan’s family, friends, and fans.” He was 71.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Musician and Rochester native Chuck Mangione has passed away at 84 years old. According to the Bartolomeo & Perreto Funeral Home, Mangione passed away in his sleep at his Rochester home on Tuesday. Mangione grew up in Rochester and was a graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School and earned a Bachelor’s Degree from the Eastman School of Music. Mangione is best known for his song “Feels So Good,” his career spanning over 30 albums, winning two Grammy awards, and being nominated for 14, and for his recurring role on the animated sitcom “King of the Hill.”...

A newly discovered 2,000-year-old shipwreck off the coast of Adrasan in southern Turkey is offering a rare glimpse into ancient sea trade, with remarkably well-preserved ceramics still in their original arrangement. Experts date the vessel to the Late Hellenistic to Early Roman period, a time when Greek cultural and economic influence remained strong across the eastern Mediterranean.The ship was found between 120 and 150 feet below the surface. What makes the discovery especially significant is the state of the cargo. Archaeologists recovered dozens of ceramic items -- bowls, plates, trays, and pots -- still stacked as they were when the...

For those that either have not seen this video, I am posting this so people can learn about. It was posted here on Freerepublic about a year ago, so I asked Grok for an update. The flash Joule heating (FJH) process developed at Rice University to convert waste materials into graphene has shown significant progress toward commercialization, but it is not yet fully commercialized at a large scale. Here's a summary of the current status based on available information: ### Progress Toward Commercialization 1. **Universal Matter**: A startup company, Universal Matter, was spun off from Rice University to commercialize the...

That follows a spectacular backflip Thursday where the left-wing Labor government of Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the end of all restrictions levelled against American beef imports in a move the White House hailed as a major victory over “non-scientific trade barriers” that had stranded U.S. farmers “on the sidelines” for two decades. American farmers and ranchers produce the safest, healthiest beef in the world. It’s absurd that non-scientific trade barriers prevented our beef from being sold to consumers in Australia for the last 20 years.