This is a comment on a comment, so I don't expect a lot to come out of it. Previously (I won't call it dialogue) I suggested that "today many Americans confront newly crappy conditions with too much of a dawning recognition." I said this because I thought it indicated something important about the present-day political imaginary, the one debunked in today's Weekly Watch. So here it is.
Many changes are afoot, but the title primarily refers to Russia's new hypersonic missile, Oreshnik or hazelnut. Many analysts suggest it is as significant a development as the atomic bombs of the 1940's. Will the incoming Trump administration be a game changer? Judging from the bulk of his nominees, I don't think so, but I'm willing to wait and see. Will BRICS+ change the world and financial order? They've certainly begun the process. All these changes and more below the fold...
Russia's new hypersonic missile, Oreshnik, comes equipped with an extremely powerful thermal warhead that burns at 4,000°C
That's hot enough to vaporize concrete, destroy even the most hardened military hardware, and even melt steel beams pic.twitter.com/zgSOBN13Ee
— BRICS News (@BRICSinfo) November 29, 2024
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Afternoon folks!
We've got a bunch of good stuff for you this week. Starting off, we've got an album from Chicago blues guitarist Lonnie Brooks, followed by blues singer LaVern Baker with an album of Bessie Smith tunes. After that, we move on to an album of cajun music with Michael Doucet and Beausoleil. Then we've got a couple of blues-rock albums, a late 60's album from Lonnie Mack and an early 80's double album from The Nighthawks. We finish off with some Latin rock from Malo.
Enjoy the tunes and have a great weekend!
Good morning, good people!
I am back home, sounds of loud trucks rattling the walls, and hungry birds at the feeder that was put away for 3 days. The birds can't blame us. They must blame the squirrels.
2020:
Biden -- 81.2 million
Trump -- 74.2 million
Total -- 155.4 million
2024:
Trump -- 76.9 million
Harris -- 74.4 million
Total -- 151.3 million
Welcome to Friday Night Photos everyone. Your once a week break from the daily madness of the crazy world we live in. Post any photos, memes, music, or whatever else you find of interest that helps you escape the madness.
I hope everybody had a wonderful Thanksgiving yesterday. I spent the day with long time friends.
Good company along with good food plus beautiful weather (mid 70s and sunny skies) was a day to be truly thankful for.
Tonight's travelogue series takes us back to the Blackhawk Museum and their Chinese art exhibit.
"The Dragon Throne" The throne is the grand chair of state used in ceremonies when a new emperor ascended to the throne and other ceremonies.
Live briefing: Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire appears to hold amid violation accusations
From the Washington Post
The cease-fire enacted this week between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah appeared to hold Friday even as the Israeli military carried out attacks in Lebanon, with various parties alleging violations of the deal.
It's Thanksgiving Day as I write this from a cabin in the Texas Hill Country. It's beautiful here, rolling and rocky hills full of cattle, wildlife, friendly people and great music. The Texas Hill Country (Central Texas), and especially Austin, have long been known as a hub for an eclectic blend of country, rock and folk music, best known as Cosmic Cowboy music, or more in modern terms, Americana Music. The Austin Music Scene, as it's also known, became a thing in the early 70s shaped by music greats, Jerry Jeff Walker, Gary P. Nunn, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Michael Martin Murphey and many more. Although the Austin Music Scene isn't as vibrant as it once was many of the progenitors are still with us and playing great music.
Last night we went to Luckenbach, just a few miles away from the cabin, and enjoyed a show by Dale Watson, another of the icons of the Austin Music Scene, at the Luckenbach Dance Hall for the annual Thanksgiving Day Ball. We had an absolute great night of dancing (if you can call what I do dancing), libations and fine company. This was the third time we've seen Dale Watson, and the second time we've been here for the Thanksgiving Day Ball featuring Mr. Watson and His Lone Stars. He and the band were on fire, we consider this the best show of the three that we've seen. We left at 11:00 PM full of memories, tee shirts, autographs and photos.
We're staying here through Thanksgiving Day and we'll head back to Southeast Texas tomorrow, Friday. We're forgoing the traditional turkey dinner for barbecued baby back ribs. Yesterday we saw a large rafter of turkeys pass close by the cabin, probably about 100 feet away. I joked with otc that she should have grabbed one for Thanksgiving dinner, but instead we opted for the delicious ribs, being the rebels that we are.
