Last month, we noted that there was a new “protect the children” bill that was proposed in the EU that would effectively outlaw encryption, while simultaneously require full internet scanning of basically all activity. As we noted in our post, it was still early in the process, and now the German government has stepped up […]
Today on TAP: It’s time for Democrats in Congress to protect past landmark decisions from the current lunatic Supreme Court—and to force Republicans in Congress to take awkward votes.
The lineup has been unveiled for the star-studded 2023 edition of the RockIsland Fest, which will take place January 17-21 in Key West, Florida. The artists on the bill include…
The family of Christian Ferguson, the nine-year-old who disappeared in 2003, feel they are finally getting a chance at justice through a trial that’s nearly two decades in the making. Beginning today, a jury will have to decide if Dawan Ferguson is guilty of child abuse and killing his nine-year-old son Christian in 2003. This morning, the prosecution and defense made their opening statements.
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health regulators have ordered Juul to pull its electronic cigarettes from the market, the latest blow to the embattled company widely blamed for sparking a national …
The Associated Press reports that about 1.7 million voters switched to a different political party in 2021: Over the last year, roughly two-thirds of the 1.7 million voters who changed their party affiliation shifted to the Republican Party. In all, more than 1 million people became Republicans compared to about 630,000 who became Democrats. Why ...continue reading "The Republican Party is picking off Democrats"
Conserve fuel, lower fuel emissions, extend the life of your vehicle, and keep more money in your pocket with these tips. Maintain the proper tire pressure. Improperly inflated tires (over or under-inflated tires) put more pressure on your engine, requiring more fuel to operate. It also wears out your tires quicker. Properly inflated tires can save 11 cents a gallon per NHTSA. Change air filters regularly. This ensures the engine performs at top efficiency. Also, your air filter determines the quality and quantity of clean air the engine receives. The engine air filter is different than your oil filter. Use the right oil/routine oil changes. Car oils have different weights that affect engine operation. Pumping an oil with higher viscosity or heavier consistency puts more pressure on your engine, thus burning more fuel. Having routine oil changes and a clean oil filter helps with fuel efficiency, as well. Use fuel additives. Fuel additives can increase your vehicle’s fuel efficiency,
Edwards bought the ornament in 2018, for $700, when the golf course closed. He promised to keep it at his tavern, Blueberry Hill, until a new Tower Tee opened.
The “Miranda rights” established by the Supreme Court in 1966 are a little less guaranteed going forward. The Supreme Court has issued an opinion [PDF] that limits what citizens whose rights have been violated can do — limiting them to exercising these rights during criminal trials as a component of their Fifth Amendment rights. The […]
The Basics of Python Programming course will help you explore both basic and intermediate concepts of the Python programming language – the world’s most popular programming language. Learn how to write Python programs from scratch with a hands-on approach where you will be able to develop your skills and knowledge as a Python developer. The […]
ST. LOUIS - Ameren Missouri is working to acquire a new solar power site that is 25 times larger than any other in the state. Ameren Missouri will acquire the facility, Huck Finn Solar Project, "pursuant to a build-transfer agreement with EDF Renewables, a company with a longstanding track record of developing and building renewable [...]
ST. LOUIS - The Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy (IMSA) joined forces with Saint Louis University’s Oliver L. Parks Department of Aviation to host Aviation Day for Educators on June 16, bringing educators from six school districts in Southwestern Illinois and Eastern Illinois University to St. Louis Downtown Airport. With a focus on showing math and science teachers creative ways to incorporate aviation topics into the general STEM curriculum, school was still in session for several Illinois educators as they experienced the aviation industry firsthand and learned about various aviation education resources. ISMA Director Angi Rowley kicked things off by explaining the overall goal of the event as relates to math and science education. “It is to integrate both of those fields into things that are hands on, that are cool, that are fun, that take a whole lot of skill involved,” Rowley said. IMSA hosts professional development opportunities statewide that
Cyndi Lauper has released a new version of her 1993 abortion-rights anthem "Sally's Pigeons" after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 opinion that declared abortion a constitutional right. "The…
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