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US-Iran Talks Fail
Iran Elects to Receive Vance says US-Iran talks end without deal after 21 hours of negotiations The vice president said Iran refused to commit to not developing a nuclear weapon during talks in Islamabad By Michael Sinkewicz Vice President JD Vance said Sunday that high-stakes talks between the U.S. and Iran ended without a deal […]
Never-ending repairs… ended
We have mentioned in multiple earlier columns how major refits on Navy ships have been running years behind schedule. While COVID no doubt played a role, it seems that simple lack of shipyards and capacity are more to blame. (I suspect changing specs plays a role too, knowing how government works. “What, we are replacing […]
Weekend Open Thread
A Democrat house candidate in Georgia did not hold back on her opinions about Trump supporters and Internet access. Despite arguing that everybody should have their votes and voices heard, Suzanna Karatassos advocated restrictions for one group. Karatassos felt that those who voted for President Donald Trump three times should be unable to post on […]
Minneapolis considering legalizing sex venues
Four proposed Minneapolis ordinances aim to legalize venues that allow sexual activity as well as adult bathhouses. If approved, procedures for licensing, zoning, and health regulations would be in place for those desiring to have establishments that cater to these activities. These ordinances would also add new definitions that would facilitate establishments where consensual sex […]
Valor Friday
Guy Bordelon is a unique man. He was a naval aviator, and a fighter ace, but it took him a roundabout way to get there. Along the way he claimed more than one “only” title. Bordelon, hailing from Louisiana, first took pre-law classes at Louisiana Polytechnic Institute, before attending Louisiana State College. In 1942, with […]
Engine test creates big $$$ hole
Seems the exhaust from a KC-46A jet runs about 1170 degrees Fahrenheit, Fairbanks (AK) International airport can attest to this. Last summer a KC-46A reported problems after refueling, and landed at the Fairbanks airport after the crew reported “unusual engine vibrations” during flight. The vibrations were severe enough that the jet could not fly, and […]



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