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complete list of emojis

(in culture, tech, internet, icons)

For the most comprehensive and official reference, check out the Unicode Consortium's Full Emoji List It includes: Every emoji character and sequence Their Unicode code ... read more

copilot ai-suggested usmnt starting xi

(in culture, sports, soccer, usa)

Prompted and edited by Bill. I had to tell it to include Aidan Morris and use a 3-4-2-1 formation. Otherwise, its suggestions are almost exactly what I would have suggested. Now we need a coach who knows his player pool as well as most fa ... read more

the history of kentucky downs

(in culture, sports, horse-racing)

Prompted and edited by BillNestled in the rolling hills of Franklin, Kentucky -- just a stone's throw from the Tennessee state line -- Kentucky Downs is one of the most distinctive horse racing venues in North America. Its story begins not ... read more

a brief history of linux

(in education, tech, computers, software)

Pretty interesting. Linux: The Untnew Story - 14 minobJOwEy62bk ... read more

what it means to "mine" bitcoin

(in education, money, tech)

Prompted and edited by BillMining Bitcoin -- or any proof-of-work-based cryptocurrency -- is essentially the process of validating transactions and secur ... read more

questions for copilot (august 6, 2025)

(in education, tech, computers, windows)

QUESTION: I've got an external drive that works fine if I plug it in (mini usb) after windows 10 has started, but if I reboot with it still connected (I'm not telling windows to boot from any devices), it messes up the windows boot process ... read more

eppie's great race: a sacramento legacy that still moves us

(in life, health, exercise, sacramento)

Prompted and Edited by Bill In the summer of 1974, Sacramento witnessed the birth of something extraordinary. Long before triathlons became mainstream, Eppie's Great Race carved its own path -- literally -- along the American Riv ... read more

five-hour road tripping

(in life, travel, usa, the-south)

Prompted and edited by BillSouthern Crossroads: A 5-Hour Radius Adventure from Spring Hill, TennesseeExplore 17 vibrant cities within a scenic drive of Spring Hill, each packed with character, culture, and charm. Nash ... read more

spam: i am writing to you today under circumstances of extreme urgency

(in culture, humor, internet, spam)

It's been a while since I've received a funny enough spam/junk email, but here it is:Dear Contact Us, I am writing to you today under circumstances of extreme urgency. My name is Dennis somebody, a resident of Hurlock, Maryland, and I am f ... read more

buying gold or silver in kentucky

(in life, money, precious-metals, legal)

Prompted and edited by BillWhen buying gold or silver online in Kentucky, there is no specific state law requiring ID for such purchases. However, here's how it typically plays out:Dealer Policies VaryMost reputabl ... read more

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stephen miller: we are witnessing domestic terrorist sedition against the federal government. all necessary resources will be utilized
Never mind the politicians' and bureaucrats' unconstitutional actions against their constituents.

a-list nepo-baby demands global mask mandates at un
You are free to wear a mask, but cannot force your personal choices on the rest of us.

justice clarence thomas says legal precedents are not the gospel
I'm glad someone realizes the "because that's how it's always been done" mentality is not always the right approach.

abbott says over 100 teachers will have certification suspended over charlie kirk social media posts
So much for freedom of speech.

phillies clinch nl east with wild win vs. dodgers
Phillies Karen was not in attendance.

venezuelan minister claims video of u.s. strike on drug boat is ai fake
Probably is, knowing Trump's non-stop smoke and mirrors.

refugees are here because we are there; public policy creates the migrant crisis
Yep.

warren: republicans are determined to break laws to hang on to power
Just like Democrats.

michael rosen analyses further targeting of him by laas directors
This is why the English need to use "z" instead of "s." "Analyzes" would be the correct word in this context.

adl ceo jonathan greenblatt says christianity is the origin of anti-semitism
Bad behavior by any group is the most common origin of animosity toward that group.

bill seeks to strip vaccine manufacturers of liability protections
Good!

84% of germans believe that people are afraid to speak their mind for fear of consequences
84% of Germans know how the world works.

fewer americans feel racial discrimination is a problem
The brainwashing it wearing off.

denmark zoo pleads for donations of family pets to feed captive predators
OMG, these zoos in Denmark need to just be shut down.

cia director ratcliffe: hillary clinton's russia hoax the 'greatest political scandal' we'll see in our lifetime
No, the covid scam is still the biggest scam of all time... so far.

democrat darling jasmine crockett: donald trump is a piece of sht
Such an eloquent speaker.

chd scientists dispel 23-year-old study debunking mmr vaccine's link to autism
In other words, they debunked the debunking. These double negatives annoy me.

gavin newsom's styrofoam ban inspires launch of snitch line for californians to rat each other out
A styrofoam food container ban is long overdue. Snitch line, not so much.

miami: messi extremely upset with mls over ban
Prima donna needed time off, they gave him time off.

85-million-person study finds increased risks of stroke, heart attack, coronary artery disease and arrhythmia following covid shot
Most independent thinkers could have told you that, but it's nice to see it proven scientifically.



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buying gold or silver in kentucky

(in life, money, precious-metals, legal from 2025) by Copilot

Prompted and edited by BillWhen buying gold or silver online in Kentucky, there is no specific state law requiring ID for such purchases. However, here's how it typically plays out:Dealer Policies VaryMost reputabl ... read more

easy deviled eggs

(in culture, food, recipes from 2020)

Put cooked egg yolks in a zip lock bag. Seal, mash till they are all broken up. Add remainder of ingredients, resealkeep mashing it up mixing thoroughlycut the tip of the baggy, squeeze mixture into egg ... read more

sitting bull quote

(in culture, quotes, philosophy from 2021)

Warriors are not what you think of as warriors. The warrior is not someone who fights, for no one has the right to take another life. The warrior, for us, is the one who sacrifices himself for the good of others. His task is to take car ... read more

current favorite songs

(in culture, music from 2020)

Current favorite songs, in alphabetical order. The songs are not current, but their status as favorite is. ... read more

rand's quotations

(in culture, quotes, humor from 2021)

From, obviously and properly enough, Rand Lindsly, , Take me back to loQtus! I'd take a Bromo, but I can't stand the noise -- W. C. Fields (1880-1946) He who has never envied the vegeta ... read more

rules for writers

(in culture, writing, advice from 2011)

Anis Shivani: New Rules For Writers: Ignore Publicity, Shun Crowds, Refuse Recognition And MoreThese rules totally go against every prescription for writi ... read more

mighty broccoli sprouts rapidly detox pollutants

(in life, health, food, treatment from 2014)

Broccoli sprouts, anyone?The drink used in the China study was made with broccoli sprouts developed by researchers at Johns Hopkins University. They are snew under the brand name ... read more



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