A VPN, or Virtual Private Network, routes all of your internet activity through a secure, encrypted connection, which prevents others from seeing what you're doing online and from where you're doing it.
I completely agree that AI, while having a positive effect in some areas, will have a deleterious effect in others. AI may allow surgeons and doctors to better diagnose, treat and perform surgery, but in too many other areas, its effect will be horr... moreI completely agree that AI, while having a positive effect in some areas, will have a deleterious effect in others. AI may allow surgeons and doctors to better diagnose, treat and perform surgery, but in too many other areas, its effect will be horrific. There are too many people now who don't use their brains - can you imagine what zombies we will become if we abdicate thought to some AI machine. The possibility of not knowing or being able to determine truth from fiction is a problem now and it can only get worse. If AI takes over our jobs, how will we survive? less
Your question implies that there is exculpatory evidence that Bragg has failed to present to the grand jury. Since grand juries are held in secret, what evidence do you think he has that he hadn't presented and how do you know that?
Oprah, Pelosi and the royals are NOT the reason for the special rules. You make it sound as though they are the only three depositors in the banks. You don't even realize how ridiculous you sound. Stop singling them out already. We ... moreOprah, Pelosi and the royals are NOT the reason for the special rules. You make it sound as though they are the only three depositors in the banks. You don't even realize how ridiculous you sound. Stop singling them out already. We know you hate them. Enough.
I have been in love several times in my 77 years. When you are with someone close to your age and you've been together for a long time, you accept them as they are. I find it hard to believe that someone as young as she is could possibly find ... moreI have been in love several times in my 77 years. When you are with someone close to your age and you've been together for a long time, you accept them as they are. I find it hard to believe that someone as young as she is could possibly find someone his age physically attractive.
Sixth floor - the top of the apartment building. I don't recall the view being especially interesting since there were so many other buildings nearby. I do recall being on the top floor of a building in Quito, Ecuador and the view was spectacu... moreSixth floor - the top of the apartment building. I don't recall the view being especially interesting since there were so many other buildings nearby. I do recall being on the top floor of a building in Quito, Ecuador and the view was spectacular. I could see all of Quito below and it was amazing.
Apparently, she doesn't mind being indentured. I'm sure he will make it worth her while when he kicks off. What I can't imagine is how she can look at him without clothes. I know we all get a little saggy as we age, but ...
You're all over the place here. I have no idea what point you are trying to make. Your last comment was about small depositors not getting a waiver. Now you're saying 90% are over the limit and don't keep their millions in the bank. ... moreYou're all over the place here. I have no idea what point you are trying to make. Your last comment was about small depositors not getting a waiver. Now you're saying 90% are over the limit and don't keep their millions in the bank. I can't continue this discussion with you because I can't follow your disorganized thought process.
Well, since you brought up that most people with that kind of money don't have it sitting in the bank, then the people they are trying to protect are the smaller depositors who, clearly, outnumber the Oprahs, Pelosis and royals so what's your point? ... moreWell, since you brought up that most people with that kind of money don't have it sitting in the bank, then the people they are trying to protect are the smaller depositors who, clearly, outnumber the Oprahs, Pelosis and royals so what's your point? Wasn't it the small depositors about whom you were concerned?Maybe, people should take some personal responsibility and make sure they use an FDIC insured bank.
You know, trying to make you see that these banks are being propped up not because of the high profile depositors but because the LITTLE depositors would be even more harmed is an impossible task, so I am done.
I'm not a practical joker. The only time I did that was when The Beatles had a contest giving away tickets to one of their concerts. One of my sisters was a big fan and I sent her phony tickets to the concert telling her she won. She was... moreI'm not a practical joker. The only time I did that was when The Beatles had a contest giving away tickets to one of their concerts. One of my sisters was a big fan and I sent her phony tickets to the concert telling her she won. She was so excited, but when I told her it was a joke, she cried for two days. I felt so bad that I never played another practical joke again.
So far, you just keep saying that they are getting special treatment, but you haven't posted anything that indicates that they are being treated any differently than any other depositor at those banks.
Do you know for a fact that Trump paying off Stormy Daniels with campaign funds is really only a misdemeanor?Edit: "Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has signaled he is preparing to seek felony charges against Trump; Bragg is expected to accus... moreDo you know for a fact that Trump paying off Stormy Daniels with campaign funds is really only a misdemeanor?Edit: "Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has signaled he is preparing to seek felony charges against Trump; Bragg is expected to accuse him of concealing a $130,000 hush-money payment that Michael D. Cohen, Trump’s lawyer and fixer, made to Daniels on the eve of the 2016 presidential election. A conviction would be likely to hinge on prosecutors’ proving that Trump reimbursed Cohen and falsified business records when he did so, possibly to hide an election law violation."https://www.yahoo.com/news/inside-payoff-porn-star-could-155358942.htmlSo, if this is true, the case is not a misdemeanor, it would be a felony. less
So, it is the two banks' depositors, some of whom may be Oprah, Pelosi, etc., who are going to be made whole above the $250,000 limit not that Oprah, Pelosi, et al are the only ones in those two banks who will get the waiver. That means every other ... moreSo, it is the two banks' depositors, some of whom may be Oprah, Pelosi, etc., who are going to be made whole above the $250,000 limit not that Oprah, Pelosi, et al are the only ones in those two banks who will get the waiver. That means every other person who deposited more than $250,000 will be given the waiver, so why are you singling Them out? Why aren't you just as irritated that 90% of the depositors in those two banks will get waivers?
Well, if those folks are stupid enough to keep sending him money, they deserve what happens to them. They should bear in mind, however, how many of the January 6th insurrectionists are facing jail terms.
This may be the answer to the question. Today's New York Daily News headline:If he surrenders, there would be no need for conflict between the Secret Service and whomever comes to arrest him.
I would hazard a guess and say the Secret Service is there to protect him from persons looking to do him physical harm. If the FBI or other law enforcement agency has an arrest warrant, they are not there to harm him - they are merely taking him in ... moreI would hazard a guess and say the Secret Service is there to protect him from persons looking to do him physical harm. If the FBI or other law enforcement agency has an arrest warrant, they are not there to harm him - they are merely taking him in for arraignment.
Much as I hate to admit it, I agree with you. Trump is probably the most despicable person to ever "lead" this country. There have been so many investigations into his handling of finances, etc., none of which have come to fruition. Yes,... moreMuch as I hate to admit it, I agree with you. Trump is probably the most despicable person to ever "lead" this country. There have been so many investigations into his handling of finances, etc., none of which have come to fruition. Yes, the January 6 issue is absolute treason and yet ... he's still waking around free. Part of the problem is his unbelievable ability to delay all of his court cases to the point where folks just seem to forget about them.
I understand your concern. I think Amazon will be the referral agent to a teledoc or in-person physician. It would seem to replace your current insurance, but I wouldn't swear to that. Doctors will still be required to maintain confident... moreI understand your concern. I think Amazon will be the referral agent to a teledoc or in-person physician. It would seem to replace your current insurance, but I wouldn't swear to that. Doctors will still be required to maintain confidentiality and, for whatever it's worth, once we got ourselves on the Internet, pretty much everyone knows everything about us anyway.
I won't pretend that I understand their medical plan completely, but from the little I read, it would appear that you can do telehealth sessions or use your regular doctor. If you can use your own doctors, why would their plan, assuming it's less ex... moreI won't pretend that I understand their medical plan completely, but from the little I read, it would appear that you can do telehealth sessions or use your regular doctor. If you can use your own doctors, why would their plan, assuming it's less expensive, be any worse than what you have? I did look up my most expensive prescription on their plan ($600) and it's more than Walgreen's would charge me ($475) for a one month supply. I get that same prescription filled in Canada for about $450 for three months' supply! less
Yesterday, it rained for most of the morning in NYC. Then there were snow flurries, but it was too mild for anything to stick - even on grassy areas. I can't say I'm not happy about that - I don't like snow.
The FDIC covers $250,000 per depositor. If Oprah, the Pelosis and/or the royals have joint accounts, EACH depositor named in that account is insured up to $250,000. So, if Nancy and Paul Pelosi have a joint account, they are covered for ... moreThe FDIC covers $250,000 per depositor. If Oprah, the Pelosis and/or the royals have joint accounts, EACH depositor named in that account is insured up to $250,000. So, if Nancy and Paul Pelosi have a joint account, they are covered for up to $500,000.
Frustration-free primary care is here Join One Medical, $19... moreFrustration-free primary care is here Join One Medical, $199 $144 for a year Amazon and One Medical are teaming up to make healthcare more convenient and membership more affordable. Now just $199 $144 for a year for new members (that’s equivalent to $12/month), you can get primary care for your body and mind. One Medical membership benefits you'll enjoy: 24/7 virtual care via messaging or video Online appointment booking On-demand video chat In-app prescription requests and renewals
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San Francisco's school district is turning to a herd of goa... moreSan Francisco's school district is turning to a herd of goats to help with wildfire prevention efforts.
Goat grazing is one of the easiest ways to address the overgrowth that can lead to fires, as goats can eat weeds and a range of invasive brush that other animals cannot, Genevieve Church, executive director of nonprofit City Grazing, told Axios San Francisco co-author Megan Rose Dickey.
https://mail.yahoo.com/b/folders/1/messages/AOruqbg2ch0aZAZPaA5byK3jgBI?.src=ym&reason=myc&folderType=INBOX&offset=0&unblockNow=falseNot only is it environmentally friendly, you don't have to pay goats or give them perks or sign on bonuses. It's a heck of a lot less costly to do this than fight all those fires that are so destructive. less
After deliberating 2 hours and 50 minutes, the jury convicted Al... moreAfter deliberating 2 hours and 50 minutes, the jury convicted Alex Murdaugh of both murders, sentences for which are 30 years to life on each count. Nothing like swift justice. May his wife and son rest in peace and his surviving child find some comfort knowing that justice has been served.
At St. Peter's Catholic Church in Toronto, they have weekly husb... moreAt St. Peter's Catholic Church in Toronto, they have weekly husbands' marriage seminars.
At the session last week, the priest asked Giuseppe, who said he was approaching his 50th wedding anniversary, to take a few minutes and share some insight into how he had managed to stay married to the same woman all these years.
Giuseppe replied to the assembled husbands, 'Wella, I'va tried to treat her nicea, spenda DA money on her, but besta of all is, I tooka her to Italy for the 25th anniversary!'
The priest responded, 'Giuseppe, you are an amazing inspiration to all the husbands here! Please tell us what you are planning for your wife for your 50th anniversary?'
Giuseppe proudly replied, " I gonna go pick her up." less
On September 12, 2001, I went out to Jones Beach and just stared... moreOn September 12, 2001, I went out to Jones Beach and just stared out at the ocean. The only thing to see was a naval ship patrolling the shore. There were quite a few people out there, but no one was speaking. It was as though we were all seeking solitude so we could gather our thoughts in an attempt to process the enormity of what occurred the day before. All I kept wondering was how could such a devastating thing happen on a cloudless day with a bright blue sky - one of the most exquisite days of the year. less
*How come wrong numbers are never busy?... moreThings to ponder:
*How come wrong numbers are never busy?
*Do people in Australia call the rest of the world "up over"?
*Does that screwdriver belong to Philip?
*Does killing time damage eternity?
*Why doesn't Tarzan have a beard?
*Why is it called lipstick if you can still move your lips?
*Why is it that night falls but day breaks?
*Why is the third hand on the watch called a second hand?
*Why is it that when you're driving and looking for an address, you turn down the volume on the radio?
*Why is lemon juice made with artificial flavor, and dishwashing liquid made with real lemons?
*Are part-time bandleaders semi-conductors?
*Can you buy an entire chess set in a pawn shop?
*Do pilots take crash courses?
*Do stars clean themselves with meteor showers?
*Do you think that when they asked George Washington for ID that he just whipped out a quarter?
*Have you ever imagined a world with no hypothetical situations?
*Have you ever seen a toad on a toadstool?
*How can there be self-help "groups"?
*How do you get off ... less
Steve Bannon was convicted of contempt charges for defying a sub... moreSteve Bannon was convicted of contempt charges for defying a subpoena from the House Jan. 6 committee. He faces up to two years in a federal lockup. The jury deliberated for just under three hours. Didn't take them long to get this guy. Hope he gets the maximum sentence.
"Two New York men wept as a judge handed down prison time for th... more"Two New York men wept as a judge handed down prison time for their participation in the Capitol riot last year.
Cody Mattice, 29, and James Mault, 30, both received 44 months of prison time on Friday, according to records from the Justice Department. In April, the two pleaded guilty to assaulting law enforcement officers during the Capitol riot, a Justice Department release says.***The two wept and asked Chief U.S. District Judge Beryl A. Howell for leniency, the Washington Post reported. They continued to weep as Howell upheld their prison time."https://www.yahoo.com/news/2-men-pepper-sprayed-officers-135057105.html less
Japan is known for its strict gun laws. With a population o... moreJapan is known for its strict gun laws. With a population of 125 million, it had only 10 gun-related criminal cases last year, resulting in one death and four injuries, according to police. Eight of those cases were gang-related. Tokyo had no gun incidents, injuries or deaths in the same year, although 61 guns were seized.***"In 2020, 54% of all gun-related deaths in the U.S. were suicides (24,292), while 43% were murders (19,384), according to the CDC. The remaining gun deaths that year were unintentional (535), involved law enforcement (611) or had undetermined circumstances (400).https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2022/02/03/what-the-data-says-about-gun-deaths-in-the-u-s/ less
Here are some price changes that you can expect to see at your l... moreHere are some price changes that you can expect to see at your local post office:
The price of a First-Class Forever Stamp will increase by $0.02, from $0.58 to $0.60.
The price to send a one-ounce domestic letter will increase by $0.02, from $0.58 to $0.60.
The additional ounce rate for single-piece First-Class letters will increase by $0.04, from $0.20 to $0.24.
The metered mail rate for First-Class one-ounce letters will increase by $0.04 from $0.53 to $0.57.
Postcard stamps will increase by $0.04 from $0.40 to $0.44.
International one-ounce letter rates will increase by $0.10, from $1.30 to $1.40.
Media mail rates will increase by 9%. Rates now begin at $3.49 (previously $3.19).
The prices of other services, like Registered Mail, Signature Confirmation, Return Receipt, and Certified Mail, will also be impacted. less
If so, what did you think? I originally said I wasn't goin... moreIf so, what did you think? I originally said I wasn't going to watch, but I changed my mind.
"Cawthorn, 26, lost his bid for reelection Tuesday, falling to s... more"Cawthorn, 26, lost his bid for reelection Tuesday, falling to state Sen. Chuck Edwards in the GOP primary in the 11th Congressional District. Seven challengers had stepped up to challenge Cawthorn in this deeply red district. He called Edwards to concede Tuesday night.""In recent weeks, Cawthorn faced an onslaught of unflattering opposition research and questions about his mental stability. Republican leaders in the state ― including Sen. Thom Tillis, who backed Edwards ― worked mightily to unseat him.
https://www.yahoo.com/news/madison-cawthorn-loses-primary-brutal-022612735.htmlEdwards is a Democrat. less
https://www.facebook.com/1404790564/videos/944398726239531/Scrol... morehttps://www.facebook.com/1404790564/videos/944398726239531/Scroll down - Welby was able to get the video to post.
Everywhere you turn their names pop up in the news whether you w... moreEverywhere you turn their names pop up in the news whether you want to see it or not. All four of them belong tucked away in solitary, never to be heard about/from again.
Retired Sgt. Victor W. Butler, the last surviving Tuskegee Airma... moreRetired Sgt. Victor W. Butler, the last surviving Tuskegee Airman in Rhode Island, has made a simple request for his 100th birthday. The trailblazing veteran says he only wants birthday cards when he celebrates the milestone on May 21.Sgt. Victor ButlerP.O. Box 3523Cranston, TI 02910
After I retired... moreSHOPPING WITH THE WIFE... AN EVERYDAY THING...
After I retired, my wife insisted that I accompany her on her trips to Myers.
Unfortunately, like most men, I found shopping boring and preferred to get in and get out. Equally unfortunate, my wife is like most women - she loves to browse.
Yesterday my dear wife received the following letter from the local Myer's.
Dear Mrs. Harris,
Over the past six months, your husband has caused quite a commotion in our store. We cannot tolerate this behavior and have been forced to ban both of you from the store. Our complaints against your husband, Mr. Harris, are listed below and are "documented by our video surveillance cameras":
1. June 15: He took 24 boxes of condoms and randomly put them in other people's carts when they weren't looking.
2. July 2: Set all the alarm clocks in Housewares to go off at 5 minute intervals.
3. July 7: He made a trail of tomato juice on the floor leading to the women's restroom.
4. July 19: Walked up to an employee and told her in an official v... less
Contrary to what you may think, Spunky Senior is still vertical.... moreContrary to what you may think, Spunky Senior is still vertical. For some reason, my old email was not recognized and it took me a while to figure out just what combination of emails and passwords I needed to invent to open an account on here.Hope you are all well.