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What message could Mussolini have left for the future?

What message could Mussolini have left for the future? http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-37230455

Nope. I don't even like Tabasco.

Nope. I don't even like Tabasco. http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/british-chef-went-temporarily-deaf-8742641

I don't follow sports.

I don't follow sports. Not at all. Not even a little. But, I've seen Kaepernick's name popping up all over the place for days. From various buts here and there I pieced together what had happened and aside from one Twitter reply to a fellow veteran who was disgusted, I've remained silent about the whole situation. Had I spoken up or had I spoken out, I would have said something similar to this defense of Kaepernick, it much less eloquently. Because, while I have the same feelings regarding respect as the author, I wouldn't have thought to tie it to standing for the national anthem. Instead, I would have relied on the tried and true freedom of speech argument that protest, no matter how silent, is protected by the first amendment. I would have argued that he has a moral obligation to stand up for what he believes in - or sit down, as it were. And in the end, I would have argued that sitting or standing for a song, burning a flag, not reciting the pledge of allegianc

I can't even ...

I can't even ... Paul Wolfe​ http://m.dailykos.com/story/2015/6/3/1390285/-Shocking-new-video-shows-unarmed-Utah-man-was-listening-to-headphones-when-killed-by-police?_utm_source=1-2-2

What the ever-loving F??

What the ever-loving F ?? Are we just shooting people now because they got in our way? http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/king-white-man-car-crash-shoots-kills-black-woman-article-1.2769936?_utm_source=1-2-2

Are you friggin kidding me?

Are you friggin kidding me? http://wjla.com/news/nation-world/man-shot-and-killed-for-not-holding-the-door-open-for-woman?_utm_source=1-2-2

Religious freedom laws are all fun and games when used to justify bigotry, but when you're raising your child by...

Religious freedom laws are all fun and games when used to justify bigotry, but when you're raising your child by Biblical principles, is a person's right to religious freedom a burden? Originally shared by Chicago Tribune Woman uses Indiana religious objections law in defense against child abuse charges The attorney for a woman charged with child abuse for allegedly beating her son with a coat hanger says Indiana's religious objections law gives her the right to discipline her children according to her evangelical Christian beliefs. http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-woman-uses-indiana-religious-objections-law-in-defense-against-child-abuse-charges-20160831-story.html

Research says, Superman's disguise as Clark Kent could be valid.

Research says, Superman's disguise as Clark Kent could be valid. And after a lifetime of experience, I have to concur: it's hard to recognize someone when their face changes. http://www.zmescience.com/science/news-science/superman-disguise-not-that-stupid/

Would knowing your instructor had a questionable past make you question taking the class or the sense of the...

Would knowing your instructor had a questionable past make you question taking the class or the sense of the school's administration? It wouldn't bother me at all. Having an up close loom at the mindset of someone who was radicalized would be a type of education that one can't learn from reading alone. https://www.yahoo.com/news/george-washington-u-takes-heat-hiring-former-al-202447790.html

Interesting experiment. How do you think it will play out?

Interesting experiment. How do you think it will play out? http://heatst.com/culture-wars/university-social-justice-housing/

Yoda evil? Agree? Disagree? Why?

Yoda evil? Agree? Disagree? Why? Originally shared by David Brin It may surprise you, given that I deem Yoda to be the most evil character ever, in the history all versions and forms of human storytelling... but I have no objections to his appearing in Episode 8. After all, he lied to Luke endlessly about everything, so why not about "dying"? Poor Luke is an okay dude but a very dim bulb and on Dagoba he fell for the old Jedi "death fade-away" trick," which the vile green oven mitt pulled, just when Luke was ready to demand some answers! Luke then (Episode 7) goes on to precisely repeat Yoda's and Obiwan's cowardly actions - hiding away from the world, instead of trying to fix your own mistakes. Only, if you actually think Yoda is anything but flat out super-Hitler, actually try sometimes tabulating the tens of billions of deaths he caused. And please, please come up with one... even one... genuinely wise and helpful thing the gnasty gnome ever really

Also out if South Africa, the first known case of identical twin dogs.

Also out if South Africa, the first known case of identical twin dogs. How cool is that? After thousands of years if living closely with humans dogs still continue to surprise us. http://www.bbc.com/earth/story/20160830-first-identical-twin-dogs-discovered

Putting the coke back in Coca-Cola?

Putting the coke back in Coca-Cola ? http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-37232010

A great summation of all the idiosyncrasies we've been posting about #DonaldTrunp for the past year.

A great summation of all the idiosyncrasies we've been posting about #DonaldTrunp for the past year. http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_579e52dee4b00e7e269fb30f

A non-Marvel or DC superhero movie straight from Mother Russia? Yes, please. The world needs this.

A non-Marvel or DC superhero movie straight from Mother Russia? Yes, please. The world needs this. Originally shared by Chris Fink EPIC! http://www.theverge.com/2016/8/30/12716804/guardians-russian-superhero-movie-trailer-english

The X-Men were a metaphor for a lot of disenfranchised people; people who felt like they were pushed to the fringes...

The X-Men were a metaphor for a lot of disenfranchised people; people who felt like they were pushed to the fringes of society. The X-Men comics were so well written that even those who the comics weren't meant to represent felt represented. And that's a food thing. http://www.vulture.com/2016/08/chris-claremont-on-the-x-men-queer-subtext.html?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Vulture%20-%20August%2030%2C%202016&utm_term=Subscription%20List%20-%20Vulture%20%281%20Year%29&_utm_source=1-2-2

This should go over well in Mexico.

This should go over well in Mexico. #DonaldTrump https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/trump-considers-last-minute-meeting-in-mexico-with-the-countrys-president/2016/08/30/5a694790-6f12-11e6-9705-23e51a2f424d_story.html?postshare=4941472604369934&tid=ss_tw

A really good read.

A really good read. via John Hardy not a Turnbull fan​ Originally shared by **** Interesting and deep dive into the psychology of Trump voters and the sense of societal decay and unease. #trump   #teaparty   http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2016/08/trump-white-blue-collar-supporters

Woo hoo! I'm internet famous!

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Woo hoo! I'm internet famous!

Maybe we got it all wrong. Maybe this is the Vladimir Putin Donald Trump is in love with.

Maybe we got it all wrong. Maybe this is the Vladimir Putin Donald Trump is in love with. http://cbs12.com/news/local/vladimir-putin-arrested-at-publix

All three glitz, glamour and illicit conduct in being a Trump branded model.

All three glitz, glamour and illicit conduct in being a Trump branded model. She awoke one morning to something splashing her face. "Oh, maybe it's raining today," she recalled thinking. But when she peered out the window, "I saw the one-eyed monster pissing on me," she said. "There was a bum pissing on my window, splashing me in my Trump Model bed." http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2016/08/donald-trump-model-management-illegal-immigration#testa

Google+ is getting some new features! Yay!

Google+ is getting some new features! Yay! https://plus.google.com/+DanielleBuckley/posts/AnaA1XCANWm?_utm_source=1-2-2

A year or two ago I had an "outdoor adventures" company contact me to lead their expeditions.

A year or two ago I had an "outdoor adventures" company contact me to lead their expeditions. At first I was excited, but during my very first interview they admitted to bring a big game tourism company. I walked out. http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/12-year-old-girl-who-8731172

Mo money, mo problems.

Mo money, mo problems. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3763105/Millionaire-releases-surveillance-video-glamorous-ex-fiancee-beating-claiming-abused-vicious-divorce.html

Is this man a terrorist?

Is this man a terrorist? Not only was he targeting Muslims but also the police. But ... he's white and white guys can't be terrorists, right? /sarcasm https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2016/08/29/holliston-man-charged-with-stockpiling-weapons-threatening-burn-down-mosque/w4WM7vrvpuWiWaHT7NyeoM/story.html

Are we going to call him a terrorist or refer to him as "confused" and "misguided?

Are we going to call him a terrorist or refer to him as "confused" and "misguided?" I mean, he is a white male and obviously cannot be labeled a terrorist, but he was planning an act of terror, so ... I'm so confused!! /sarcasm http://www.indystar.com/story/news/crime/2016/08/29/indianapolis-man-suspected-planning-domestic-terror-act/89557422/

How could #WhiteLivesMatter be anything but a racist hate group?

How could #WhiteLivesMatter be anything but a racist hate group? http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_57c3c23ee4b085c1ff2a05d3

Why I'm not a huge fan of Facebook, part 323.

Why I'm not a huge fan of Facebook, part 323. It always has and always does come down to privacy. Zuckerberg just doesn't believe you or I should have any. http://fusion.net/story/339018/facebook-psychiatrist-privacy-problems/?_utm_source=1-2-2

Have drone? Might want to stay out of (northern) Virginia. Granny's got a gun.

Have drone? Might want to stay out of (northern) Virginia. Granny's got a gun. http://arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2016/08/65-year-old-woman-takes-out-drone-over-her-virginia-property-with-one-shot/

I'm not scared of clowns, but I know a lot of people who are coulrophobic.

I'm not scared of clowns, but I know a lot of people who are coulrophobic. Originally shared by **** As if I needed another reason to hate clowns... http://www.kiro7.com/news/trending-now/parents-warned-about-clown-luring-kids-into-woods-in-south-carolina/431608412

I may have to give this a try. Anyone using their other app, EvolveSMS?

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I may have to give this a try. Anyone using their other app, EvolveSMS? via James Scott Jr​ Originally shared by Luke Klinker Introducing Klinker Apps Messenger Something brand new to brighten up the start of the week... Jacob Klinker and I are excited to announce our latest app, and boy is this one something special. A sleek text messaging replacement with amazing layouts and animations, that also allows you to text from any of your Android devices, or the web, right through your phone number! -------- What it is Today, we are taking the wraps off of our latest project: Messenger (not the production name, by the way) This is a new text messaging replacement that looks to improve on what we have done in the past. The design borrows a bit from Google's Inbox , but with most of our own flair. It looks great, and it works even better. Everything is quick and custom, but the major feature... It hooks up with any of your Android devices, as well as a web app, so that you can send me

That person added that "there is serious concern" that the Kremlin may be seeking to sow uncertainty in the U.

That person added that "there is serious concern" that the Kremlin may be seeking to sow uncertainty in the U.S. presidential election process. Who else has been sowing distrust in our next Presidential elections? That's right: Donald Trump. Seems Trump and the Russians are still hand in hand in their goals. http://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/russians-hacked-two-u-s-voter-databases-say-officials-n639551

That's nice of the town to take such good care of Bruno when he's on his walkabout.

That's nice of the town to take such good care of Bruno when he's on his walkabout. http://www.kare11.com/news/local/land-of-10000-stories/dog-becomes-legendary-for-daily-walks-to-town/304369559

The trick is, PACs aren't really regulated. They can pretty much do whatever they want with little to no recourse.

The trick is, PACs aren't really regulated. They can pretty much do whatever they want with little to no recourse. http://www.politico.com/story/2016/08/donald-trump-fundraiser-hawes-227486

Bob Ross, tyrant.

Bob Ross, tyrant. My younger brother used to waste away Sunday (or was it Saturday) mornings watching The Joy of Painting. I watched once or twice but outdoor adventures always called and watching someone paint is probably more boring than watching golf ... or football. Hell, any sport. Then, somewhere in my thirties someone mentions Bob Ross was only interesting if you were high. Maybe that's why I didn't care for the show - I've never been high in my life. Did that mean my brother was? In retrospect ... maybe. Regardless, I know Bob Ross is popular with certain people. Him and his happy trees and clouds. http://www.npr.org/2016/08/29/490923502/the-real-bob-ross-meet-the-meticulous-artist-behind-those-happy-trees

Is the Zika Drug already available under a different name with a different purpose?

Is the Zika Drug already available under a different name with a different purpose? Perhaps, according to these researchers. https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2016/08/160829111326.htm

Aliens? Maybe, maybe not. Do you want to believe?

Aliens? Maybe, maybe not. Do you want to believe? http://arstechnica.com/science/2016/08/seti-has-observed-a-strong-signal-that-may-originate-from-a-sun-like-star/

Now we'll just have to see how Comedy Central edits the show to spare Coulter's feelings.

Now we'll just have to see how Comedy Central edits the show to spare Coulter's feelings. Or, maybe Ann is a good sport and will take her jabs. She does on Bill Maher, maybe not this harsh, though. http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/ann-coulter-gets-destroyed-by-923593

Never underestimate the power of stupid people.

Never underestimate the power of stupid people. http://fox8.com/2016/08/27/teenager-on-the-run-responds-to-police-on-fb-asks-them-to-use-better-picture-of-her/

Photographer on a budget?

Photographer on a budget? Good news, cyber space has some things for you! I've mentioned GIMP before, it there are some really interesting options at the link. And if you're on Android and not already using Google Photos what's wrong with you? http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/7-free-apps-programs-photographers-budget/?_utm_source=1-2-2

Are you using NextDoor?

Are you using NextDoor? I signed up on the request of a neighbor just to help boost the body count, but have never logged in to use the service. I do know the local police use it as outreach, which is good. Regardless, I haven't seen any racism on the site, but kudos to the leadership for tackling such a sensitive issue. http://fusion.net/story/340171/how-nextdoor-reduced-racial-profiling/?_utm_source=1-2-2

Sharing so I remember to look at this from desktop.

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Sharing so I remember to look at this from desktop. Originally shared by Peter Vogel TagGalaxy: still working after all these years. http://taggalaxy.de/ has been around a long time. Give it a search term and it will create these wonderful "globes" of images drawn from Flickr. Each image remains linked back to its Flickr source. Give it a try. Grab the globe to give it a spin. Its use of Flash likely means its days are numbered.

Maybe Fox Studios will handle the New Mutants better than they have the X-Men.

Maybe Fox Studios will handle the New Mutants better than they have the X-Men . http://www.blastr.com/2016-8-26/new-mutants-movie-announces-its-mutants?utm_campaign=trueAnthem:+Trending+Content&utm_content=57c22d0604d3015221ae2022&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=twitter

The psychology of sci-fi's most interesting characters. There's a lot to read here, so enjoy.

The psychology of sci-fi's most interesting characters. There's a lot to read here, so enjoy. https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/beyond-heroes-and-villains

In case you're using WhatsApp and don't want them sharing your info with Facebook ...

In case you're using WhatsApp and don't want them sharing your info with Facebook ... http://www.theverge.com/2016/8/26/12655518/how-to-stop-whatsapp-sharing-phone-number-facebook?_utm_source=1-2-2

Free show at Denny's, Santa Monica.

Free show at Denny's, Santa Monica. Side note: I haven't seen Chitty-Chitty Bang Bang since I was a kid: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0062803/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JWKXI8nEOQ

I've said it before and I'll day it again: Trump made it okay for these people to come out into the light.

I've said it before and I'll day it again: Trump made it okay for these people to come out into the light.  You know, like this woman: http://www.rawstory.com/2016/08/i-lost-the-nier-won-republican-alabama-mayor-loses-election-and-gets-racist-on-facebook/ While her timeline may have been private, she obviously felt comfortable enough in her racism to express herself. http://www.wired.com/2016/08/alt-rights-dark-army-racist-trolls-just-great-day/

Doh! Laughing so hard at this!

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Doh! Laughing so hard at this! #FreshPrince #SuicideSquad Originally shared by Gaming Ronin

Not only will Google's integration of the Play Store and app system into Chrome make Windows less of a need for many...

Not only will Google's integration of the Play Store and app system into Chrome make Windows less of a need for many people, but this CrossOver will make a Microsoft desktop even less necessary for some people. http://www.androidpolice.com/2016/08/25/crossover-android-runs-windows-programs-x86-android-tablets-chromebooks/?_utm_source=1-2-2

Great read about the message, methods and morality of Christian missionaries.

Great read about the message, methods and morality of Christian missionaries. Originally shared by Sam Moore Lying for the Lord Missionaries always have one thing in mind and it isn't converting people. http://www.cnn.com/2016/08/17/opinions/declassified-covert-missionaries/

A must read if you're even remotely interested in victim's advocacy.

A must read if you're even remotely interested in victim's advocacy. Also a warning: if you're a woman, stay out of Houston. Heck, stay out of Texas - you'll live longer. http://www.cosmopolitan.com/politics/a58941/dinisha-ball-rape-kit-texas-emergency-room/

Sometimes it seems as though the good people over at Google have some form of strategic disconnect, but then someone...

Sometimes it seems as though the good people over at Google have some form of strategic disconnect, but then someone goes and makes sense out if the madness. Not that we didn't already know Google wanted to turn Hangouts over to Apps for Business customers and have other offerings for their consumer base. Which is a good idea, if only Google would communicate itself better. Leaving techno-enthusiasts to decipher and enlighten the rest of us. http://www.cio.com/article/3112604/instant-messaging/trying-to-make-sense-of-googles-messaging-mess.html

PolitiRap!

PolitiRap! This is awesome. Originally shared by David Kutcher "We wanted to make a positive, life-affirming video that captures politicians at their election-year best," DJ Shadow says in a prepared statement. "We got this instead." I've missed DJ Shadow. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUC2EQvdzmY&feature=player_embedded

Time to go suit shopping. You know, as soon as I find that ever elusive job.

Time to go suit shopping. You know, as soon as I find that ever elusive job. #Marvel #DC http://www.blastr.com/2016-8-25/there-now-official-line-dc-and-marvel-suits-and-theyre-actually-not-terrible

Using WhatsApp?

Using WhatsApp? Good news, if you also love Facebook, WhatsApp will be sharing your data with it's parent company. You know, to better serve you ads. https://techcrunch.com/2016/08/25/whatsapp-to-share-user-data-with-facebook-for-ad-targeting-heres-how-to-opt-out/

I've been seeing these headlines all day long, but with the names of the schools switched out and all I can do is...

I've been seeing these headlines all day long, but with the names of the schools switched out and all I can do is agree. Colleges and universities don't need "trigger warnings" and "safe rooms." They need to do what colleges and universities have always done: challenge the individual. http://time.com/4466021/uchicago-trigger-warnings/

Anyone have this French assistant mayor's Twitter account?

Anyone have this French assistant mayor's Twitter account? I'll share photos of police enforcing the burkini restriction. #StreisandEffect http://www.theverge.com/2016/8/25/12637964/france-burkini-ban-photo-nice-social-media

Except, then Uber takes on all the ownership and maintenance of a fleet of self driving cars.

Except, then Uber takes on all the ownership and maintenance of a fleet of self driving cars. While the immediate costs of not paying drivers may be reduced, the ongoing costs of energy, perishables (oil, tires, maintenance) as well as software upkeep and possibly storage. Sure, they can farm these things out to vendors, but vendors also cost money. I'm sure the folks at Uber have run the numbers and decided they can save 10¢ a mile, or something. (That's just a guess, mind you) http://gizmodo.com/why-uber-is-losing-money-faster-than-any-tech-company-e-1785736918

And sometimes there's just Too Much Tina. Amirite?

And sometimes there's just Too Much Tina . Amirite? Inscribed surfaces of the stele already have revealed mention of the goddess Uni as well as a reference to the god Tina, the name of the supreme deity of the Etruscans. Sash Walker​ Originally shared by Ciro Villa One of the most significant Etruscan discoveries in decades "Archaeologists translating a very rare inscription on an ancient Etruscan temple stone have discovered the name Uni—an important female goddess. The discovery indicates that Uni—a divinity of fertility and possibly a mother goddess at this particular place—may have been the titular deity worshipped at the sanctuary of Poggio Colla, a key settlement in Italy for the ancient Etruscan civilization." Read more at: http://phys.org/news/2016-08-significant-etruscan-discoveries-decades-female.html http://phys.org/news/2016-08-significant-etruscan-discoveries-decades-female.html

This is science.

This is science. While trying to test a hypothesis engineers accidentally developed a new more efficient way of smelting, a process in use for about seven millennia, give or take a few years. Yay, science! https://www.engadget.com/2016/08/24/mit-accidentally-discovered-a-cleaner-smelting-process/?sr_source=Twitter

That's horrible news from Doctors Without Borders.

That's horrible news from Doctors Without Borders. http://abcnews.go.com/International/doctors-borders-refused-american-isis-hostage-kayla-mueller/story?id=41601887

If you're using Nexus this is great news! If you're like the rest of us, then this news won't mean much to you.

If you're using Nexus this is great news! If you're like the rest of us, then this news won't mean much to you. https://plus.google.com/+Nexus/posts/ZhoHWPTGHpZ?_utm_source=1-2-2

Want to be terrified? Oh good, read this.

Want to be terrified? Oh good, read this. #DonaldTrump http://www.charismanews.com/opinion/59276-prophecy-god-sent-donald-trump-to-wage-war-against-destructive-spirits

You might be surprised to find out what Facebook, or even Google, knows about you.

You might be surprised to find out what Facebook, or even Google, knows about you. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-intersect/wp/2016/08/19/98-personal-data-points-that-facebook-uses-to-target-ads-to-you/?tid=sm_tw

Good news!

Good news! Trump is actually winning! Basically, a majority of Trump supporters are scared of being labeled Trump supporters so they don't admit so in public. The Trump campaign has the numbers to prove their theory, but they can't show them to us. Because, you know. http://www.mediaite.com/tv/trump-campaign-manager-were-actually-winning-right-now-because-of-undercover-trump-voters/

Someone tell the morons over at Cracked​ that the crew of Serenity were the bad guys.

Someone tell the morons over at Cracked​ that the crew of Serenity were the bad guys. https://youtu.be/r-OujQhrjkg

When did Crystal Pepsi make a comeback?

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When did Crystal Pepsi make a comeback? Or did Walmart just find a case in the back leftover from the 80s and decided to sell it?

Imagine for a second a Zika pandemic.

Imagine for a second a Zika pandemic. No one wants their child growing up with only a partial brain or barely being able to perform automatic functions such as breathing. Now imagine you've discovered, via ultrasound, your child has the Zika virus. Do you keep the child knowing it's life will be full of hardship, possibly not even capable of living without being attached to a machine, or do you terminate the pregnancy to spare the child such a life? But what if you live in one of more than half the states that have outlawed abortion or passed laws that penalize doctors for performing them? What if it's not just you, but thousands or tens of thousands? http://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2016/08/23/491097361/zika-images-show-worst-brain-infections-that-doctors-will-ever-see

The hate and racism is strong with the commenters on both this article's comments section and the G+ post I found...

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The hate and racism is strong with the commenters on both this article's comments section and the G+ post I found this article: https://plus.google.com/+ABCNews/posts/cNEzX2KuREc https://gma.yahoo.com/stars-southside-playing-barack-michelle-obama-film-135804391--abc-news-movies.html

Ha ha!

Ha ha! That's a little funny. I mean, we've all been held accountable for demons of our own making. This one just happens to be funny, too. May not be safe for work. http://www.comicsbeat.com/scott-snyder-reveals-why-you-should-never-color-tentacles-pink/?_utm_source=1-2-2

Do you Uber?

Do you Uber? I've never used the service, myself. At first it was because I didn't need it but then I started reading more and more articles outlining pretty much what's in this video. Yes, Uber does allow tipping now, but is your time and costs worth the amount of tips you can expect? Does anyone have any post-taxes Uber anecdotes? Can you write off your car, gas, mileage, upkeep as an Uber driver? https://youtu.be/fgQPj90OrQE

You're trying to tell me that active duty police officers couldn't tell the difference between a 10 year old with...

You're trying to tell me that active duty police officers couldn't tell the difference between a 10 year old with short hair and a 20 year old with dreadlocks and facial hair? If the police officers can't tell the difference between these two individuals how is any court supposed to take their testimony seriously in any case they may have to testify during? And to think this child had a fairly good chance of dying because these cops couldn't distinguish between a 10 year old and a man twice his age. A year ago, or so, my neighbor mentioned he had his first "black moment." He's a 30ish year old black guy who didn't own a car and therefore took the bus just about everywhere. One day, after exiting the bus, a local patrol car pulled up and the officer confronted him. "Where are you going? Where are you coming from? Let's see some ID." You know, those kinds of questions. He told me the officer said they were looking for a man with his descrip

Just something to keep in mind if you ever (knowingly) leave a company.

Just something to keep in mind if you ever (knowingly) leave a company. Obviously, if you're not aware you're leaving the company you can't really do this in advance. http://www.wired.com/2016/08/how-to-digitally-erase-everything-when-you-quit-your-job/

The only thing under my bed are some shoes and the occasional lost sock.

The only thing under my bed are some shoes and the occasional lost sock. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3753300/Fisherman-giant-34kg-pearl-worth-100million-kept-bed-TEN-YEARS-good-luck-charm.html

Want to help the FBI catch bank robbers?

Want to help the FBI catch bank robbers? https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/fbi-releases-new-bank-robbers-mobile-app

Sometimes you have to wonder about some people.

Sometimes you have to wonder about some people. Was it drugs or merely neglect? How can someone treat their children like this? How does someone live in such filth? https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2016/08/15/parents-arrested-after-7-year-old-who-hadnt-eaten-for-days-tried-selling-teddy-bear-for-food-police-say/

When is the word "terrorist" going to be mentioned? Anyone?

When is the word "terrorist" going to be mentioned? Anyone? http://www.denverpost.com/2016/08/22/charleston-church-shooting-suspect-self-radicalized-months-before-attack/

Imagine for a second, thousands of children ripped from the arms of new mothers to be placed with other families .

Imagine for a second, thousands of children ripped from the arms of new mothers to be placed with other families ... for what? Because the children were of Jewish-Arab decent instead of the more favorable Euro-Jewish ethnicity. We in the USA aren't innocent of this kind of behavior, either. America has a history of taking Native American children were taken from their families and giving adopting to "white" Americans in an effort to assimilate and entire generation into the Anglo-European culture: http://www.ibtimes.com/indian-child-welfare-act-more-800-native-american-children-were-adopted-2012-how-many-could-be http://www.aljazeera.com/news/2016/08/shocking-story-israel-disappeared-babies-160803081117881.html

That's a little less Game of Thrones and more Highlander.

That's a little less Game of Thrones and more Highlander . There can be only one sword wielding immortal. http://globalnews.ca/news/2169438/watch-man-tries-to-rob-store-with-sword-finds-clerk-also-has-a-sword/

Apparently the non-tipper was enraged at being called out for her non-tip.

Apparently the non-tipper was enraged at being called out for her non-tip. Originally shared by Chicago Tribune Latina server in Virginia gets hateful message on receipt instead of tip The message on the receipt rattled Sadie Karina Elledge, but it made her grandfather see red. Instead of leaving a gratuity on Monday, a couple eating at the Harrisonburg, Virginia, restaurant where Sadie works scrawled: "We only tip citizens." http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/nationworld/ct-latina-server-note-receipt-virginia-20160822-story.html

Stacy Sanchez​, guess who made the list?

Stacy Sanchez​, guess who made the list? http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_57b60011e4b00d9c3a16359b?section=us_travel

Any monies left over will be used to set up a foundation in his name to educate and provide law enforcement proper...

Any monies left over will be used to set up a foundation in his name to educate and provide law enforcement proper training on how to confront Deaf people. Subsequently, we hope to change the DMV registration system by requiring states to set up a 'DEAF' alert to appear when law enforcement look up a car's license plate. With this change, Daniel will be a hero in our Deaf community." That sounds like a good idea even though this man should never have been shot in the first place. http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/king-n-police-kill-unarmed-deaf-mute-man-sign-language-article-1.2760714

And with $90B you can purchase 9 #DonaldTrump egos.

And with $90B you can purchase 9 #DonaldTrump egos. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-08-22/bill-gates-s-net-worth-hits-record-high-of-90-billion-chart

You heard it here first second, boys and girls. The new #IronMan will henceforth be known as #Ironheart.

You heard it here first second, boys and girls. The new #IronMan will henceforth be known as #Ironheart. http://www.wired.com/2016/08/marvel-iron-man-new-identity-ironheart/

This was like reading a profile of myself.

This was like reading a profile of myself. To all the people who blocked me or called me a troll for questioning their beliefs or statements, a giant F.U. #INTP http://www.personalityhacker.com/intp-personality-type/?_utm_source=1-2-2

Mark your calendars, boys and girls. Next year's solar eclipse will be legen- ...wait for it... -dary! Legendary!

Mark your calendars, boys and girls. Next year's solar eclipse will be legen- ...wait for it... -dary! Legendary! http://www.foxnews.com/science/2016/08/22/countdown-begins-for-great-american-eclipse-2017.html

Duo, Allo, Hangouts ... what's the difference?

Duo, Allo, Hangouts ... what's the difference? http://www.techtimes.com/articles/174465/20160821/google-hangouts-vs-duo-vs-allo-whats-the-best-messenger-app-for-you.htm

Rogue One set to the Beastie Boys' Sabotage?

Rogue One set to the Beastie Boys' Sabotage ? It just works do well. https://youtu.be/oMmiNeVrbDk

Ridiculous.

Ridiculous. http://www.nbcnews.com/news/military/military-combat-helmets-made-prisoners-were-defective-agency-says-n633496

I thought California already legally allowed lane splitting?

I thought California already legally allowed lane splitting? http://www.latimes.com/politics/essential/la-pol-sac-essential-politics-updates-california-becomes-first-step-to-1471635067-htmlstory.html

I have a friend who married a girl from Kansas.

I have a friend who married a girl from Kansas. Since their first child was born she's been wanting to move back "to be closer to her family." He's entertaining the idea. I don't think he knows what he's getting into. Sadly, he doesn't care, either. School choices, education and opportunity come second to "we can buy a lit of land for really cheap." http://www.kansascity.com/opinion/opn-columns-blogs/yael-t-abouhalkah/article96635857.html

It's always bigger in Texas.

It's always bigger in Texas. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2016/aug/20/texas-maternal-mortality-rate-health-clinics-funding

Ah, #Trump supporters, how do you embarrass the rest of us? Oh yes, by speaking.

Ah, #Trump supporters, how do you embarrass the rest of us? Oh yes, by speaking. https://youtu.be/yQLbuDP3oRw

Sometimes you're just chiiling, minding your own business, when brother bear decides to chill with you.

Sometimes you're just chiiling, minding your own business, when brother bear decides to chill with you. Then, when you don't offer him a beer he takes off. Originally shared by Kimberly Hurlbut Bear Sits Next To Guy via neatorama.com "Bears are the subject of many human myths and misunderstandings, and while it's still a good idea to teach people to stay away from bears for safety's sake we should also teach that bears can be gentle creatures too. Case in point- a wildlife photographer was sitting by the side of a river shooting pics when a wild bear came and sat down right next to him, hanging out like the two were old friends." https://youtu.be/rbE53XUtVw0

That actually looks pretty good.

That actually looks pretty good. Originally shared by Sam Moore A love story Thanks Obama https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erpUF2ToUls&feature=share

That about sums it up.

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That about sums it up. Originally shared by Lee Grupsmith-Pedersen

When we look at all the destruction done to the Amazon forest and other ecologies; of the hundreds, if not...

When we look at all the destruction done to the Amazon forest and other ecologies; of the hundreds, if not thousands, of creatures sent into extinction so Western values could make a buck, it's a wonder what we could have found. Originally shared by Fox News In the quest to find the fountain of youth, scientists may one day look to Latinos to find the answer, as a new study shows they age at a slower rate than individuals of other ethnicities. The findings, published in Genome Biology, used several biomarkers to study changes linked to aging in the genome. http://ow.ly/JylA303oL7i http://ow.ly/JylA303oL7i

Do you use Chrome apps?

Do you use Chrome apps? I'll admit to being an avid user of the Chrome browser and have even installed the occasional Chrome app, but rarely do I use them. Having little to no experience with ChromeOS, I don't know how the apps and extensions work with that experience, but in the browser many extensions tend to bog down the experience. As a result, I don't use too many extensions nor have I much faith in apps designed for Chrome. http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2016/08/google-is-killing-chrome-apps-on-windows-mac-and-linux/

Same action figure, different paint job.

Same action figure, different paint job. How cool is that? And, it can be yours for the low low price of $1600, unless it gets bid up higher before you get to it. http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/wonder-wonder-19-figure-gets-jaw-dropping-repaint?_utm_source=1-2-2

When you have no faith in Google, or just want a bit more privacy from the world's largest search engine, there are...

When you have no faith in Google, or just want a bit more privacy from the world's largest search engine, there are options. http://fieldguide.gizmodo.com/5-reasons-not-to-use-google-for-search-1785396969

Trump supporter escorted out of rally for .

Trump supporter escorted out of rally for ... not being white enough. Okay, maybe "for not bring white enough" is a but too picky, but he was profiled based on his skin tone and deemed a possible protestor. https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.cnn.com/cnn/2016/08/19/politics/indian-man-ejected-trump-rally/index.html

Hasn't Ubuntu, Microsoft and other, third parties, been promising this to us for years?

Hasn't Ubuntu, Microsoft and other, third parties, been promising this to us for years? Maybe not in a laptop format, but using your Android and connecting a monitor and keyboard/mouse for a PC-like experience? With the cost of high end smartphones these days this is a welcome feature many people need. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/andromium/the-superbook-turn-your-smartphone-into-a-laptop-f

This is hilarious! I so want this bag.

This is hilarious! I so want this bag. via Adrian Parsons​ Originally shared by Valkyrie LOL http://www.boredpanda.com/fighting-islamophobia-bag-arabic-rock-paper-scissors/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=Newsletter

Are you using #GIMP but the layout just doesn't sit well with you?

Are you using #GIMP but the layout just doesn't sit well with you? You're in luck! There's a way to make GIMP appear more like Photoshop. http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2016/08/make-gimp-look-like-photoshop-easy?_utm_source=1-2-2

Totally me. If you know me in real life. People online tend to take things way too seriously.

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Totally me. If you know me in real life. People online tend to take things way too seriously. Originally shared by ****

Gods forbid you live in a high crime area or be the victim of a stalker or abuser.

Gods forbid you live in a high crime area or be the victim of a stalker or abuser. Who would you call if it came down between keeping your home or your safety? via Adrian Parsons​ Originally shared by Luis Carvalho I really, really, didn't want to know this. WTFF America? https://www.aclu.org/blog/washington-markup/town-near-you-people-are-being-evicted-their-homes-because-they-called-police

Harley Davidson is having it's very own Volkswagen moment.

Harley Davidson is having it's very own Volkswagen moment. I'm guessing those super tuners already on the road will skyrocket in price after this. http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-harley-davidson-lawsuit-idUSKCN10T1JP

So, NBC affiliate KING 5 News decided to somehow tie the stabbing of a black man by a white supremacist to...

So, NBC affiliate KING 5 News decided to somehow tie the stabbing of a black man by a white supremacist to #BlackLivesMatter. I guess, technically, there is a loose affiliation, but making that connection is a much larger stretch than "white supremacist stabs interracial couple." http://www.dailykos.com/story/2016/8/18/1561357/-News-station-blames-white-supremacist-stabbing-on-Black-Lives-Matter-NOT-on-white-supremacy

Can linguists be heroes?

Can linguists be heroes? #Arrival https://youtu.be/tFMo3UJ4B4g

Bored scientists having fun at CERN​ or something more sinister?

Bored scientists having fun at CERN​ or something more sinister? Maybe not a "joke" but more of an initiation ala about a thousand fraternities and private clubs? https://www.theguardian.com/science/2016/aug/18/fake-human-sacrifice-filmed-at-cern-with-pranking-scientists-suspected

Very poignant art. Pick one, have a discussion about what it means to you, society and the world.

Very poignant art. Pick one, have a discussion about what it means to you, society and the world. Originally shared by miri dunn Poignant and powerful statements . Take a quick scroll through #art   https://brightside.me/article/youll-question-the-world-around-you-once-youve-seen-these-pictures-2755/

These two lines are the most telling:

These two lines are the most telling: “Quite frankly, we don’t agree that every meeting in the (lawyers’) visiting rooms is privileged,” [Assistant U.S. Attorney Debra Barnett] told Robinson. and “It’s hard enough as is to punish prosecutorial misconduct. I don’t see OPR** doing anything in this case, and it’s almost impossible to punish an AUSA,” said the source. “I walked away from a [six figure] per year salary there, the corruption’s so bad.” Originally shared by Marla Caldwell This is huge.  An investigation into allegations of contraband smuggling at CCA Leavenworth, a Kansas pretrial detention center, has now exploded into a massive case involving potentially “hundreds of Sixth Amendment violations,” according to United States District Court Judge Julie Robinson.  Now a Special Master will investigate the scope and breadth of numerous recordings of attorney-client conversations through video and telephone at Leavenworth, and determine what future action must be taken to remedy

I posted about the federal government cutting off the private prisons earlier today (which is a good thing) but this...

I posted about the federal government cutting off the private prisons earlier today (which is a good thing) but this post isn't about that, it's about ads on websites. We all hate them, I think we can agree on that, but those ads are the bread and butter of a lot of good content. If you have a site you trust, consider adding them to your adblocker whitelist or subscribing to the site. Maybe, just maybe, you'll keep a poor writer from sleeping on the streets. Originally shared by Irreverent Monk People. You always said you hated web ads. But good reporting takes money. He shouldn't be reduced to this. His company shouldn't be reduced to this. Go subscribe or go donate. And please re-share this, so that others know about it as well. Max Rosenthal, one of the people who worked on this story, wrote on FB I am genuinely sorry about this brief moment of Earnest Facebook, but this is important: 1) Two months ago we published a huge story about the horrific conditions

Just like everyone thought would happen. You know, everyone but the GOP.

Just like everyone thought would happen. You know, everyone but the GOP. Originally shared by Sam Moore GOP baby killers http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/womens-health-texas_us_57b5d949e4b034dc73260bf3

If anyone can get Spider-Man right, the people at Marvel should be able to.

If anyone can get Spider-Man right , the people at Marvel should be able to. After Civil War I'm eagerly awaiting the next wall-crawling movie, even if does regress Peter Parker back to a teenager ... again. http://io9.gizmodo.com/spidey-drops-into-the-first-official-spider-man-homeco-1785394911

Why doesn't the cool stuff ever come to Denver?

Why doesn't the cool stuff ever come to Denver? #StarWars http://www.blastr.com/2016-8-18/real-life-star-wars-mos-eisley-cantina-coming-hollywood

Religion: makes more problems than it solves.

Religion: makes more problems than it solves. http://m.imgur.com/gallery/NDqRR

Are you using Beacons?

Are you using Beacons? Are you ready for them? Any great ideas on how they might be put to use that Google doesn't already have covered? https://plus.google.com/+ThinkwithGoogle/posts/ff3LivzCEna?_utm_source=1-2-2

There's probably a lot of #truth in this.

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There's probably a lot of #truth in this. Originally shared by David Thiery Hahaha! #GoT

Someone placed a #DonaldTrump statue in Union Square.

Someone placed a #DonaldTrump statue in Union Square. https://twitter.com/jamesmichael/status/766293927955542016?s=09

Well, that was ... dark.

Well, that was ... dark. More: Suicide Squad, check out a much darker Joker in fan-made film The Laughing Man http://en.melty.ca/suicide-squad-check-out-a-much-darker-joker-in-fan-made-film-the-laughing-man-a6409.html #Joker #SuicideSquad https://www.youtube.com/shared?ci=JGcXnUCbQbM

This is good news.

This is good news. But ... (and there's always a but) this means the private prison corporations will probably start lobbying states without private prisons even harder and states with them to not reduce or remove their contracts. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2016/08/18/justice-department-says-it-will-end-use-of-private-prisons/

Colorado Announces Text, Smartphone Voter Registration

That's convenient. Good on #Colorado for making registering to vote easier. http://www.cpr.org/news/newsbeat/colorado-announces-text-smartphone-voter-registration

No bueno, T-Mobile​. No bueno at all.

No bueno, T-Mobile​. No bueno at all. http://www.theverge.com/2016/8/18/12533308/tmobile-sprint-unlimited-data-plans-limit-video

Adam West is Batman ...again.

Adam West is Batman ...again. http://io9.gizmodo.com/the-cast-of-batman-66-returns-for-a-new-animated-movie-1785400516?_utm_source=1-2-2

Remember when #DonaldTrump was "outed" as his own PR guy? Looks like he may be his own personal physician, as well.

Remember when #DonaldTrump was "outed" as his own PR guy? Looks like he may be his own personal physician, as well. http://m.huffpost.com/us/entry/11565838?_utm_source=1-2-2

Too funny not to share. And note, this time God didn't send the storm after sinners and gays, because, you know...

Too funny not to share. And note, this time God didn't send the storm after sinners and gays, because, you know... Originally shared by Cynthia Louise Can someone say karma ? http://www.thegailygrind.com/2016/08/17/flood-destroys-home-of-hate-group-leader-who-claims-god-sends-natural-disasters-to-punish-gays/

Last night I held both the Edge and the Note 7 in my hand next to each other.

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Last night I held both the Edge and the Note 7 in my hand next to each other. The Note is only slightly larger than it's counterpart. And I mean slightly . Like millimeters. Or maybe a single millimeter. It wasn't much. http://www.theverge.com/2016/8/17/12516708/samsung-galaxy-note-7-design-curved-display I didn't check the specs on the devices to see how they differ outside of size. Does anyone know what the real differences are?

He probably trusts Russian intelligence.

He probably trusts Russian intelligence. #DonaldTrump http://thehill.com/policy/national-security/291700-trump-before-intelligence-briefing-i-dont-trust-intelligence

If you're a tinkerer or dabbler this is good news for you!

If you're a tinkerer or dabbler this is good news for you! This ruling may not apply to devices on a "lease" program, though. The companies still own those. http://motherboard.vice.com/read/jailbreaking-iphone-rooting-android-does-not-void-warranty

An excellent read on Florida's Angela Corey, the woman who failed to convict George Zimmerman, but instead loves...

An excellent read on Florida's Angela Corey, the woman who failed to convict George Zimmerman, but instead loves sending children to (adult) prison. Had she her way, Trayvon Martin might be doing 20 to life for trespassing. With the luck of the gods she'll lose her reelection bid. https://www.thenation.com/article/is-angela-corey-the-cruelest-prosecutor-in-america/?_utm_source=1-2-2

I'm not a fan of having conversations near eavesdroppers.

I'm not a fan of having conversations near eavesdroppers. So much so that I will go for a walk or step into an empty room if I thought my privacy might be compromised. That being said, the article asks the right question: how much more innovation might exist if powerful companies didn't stymie innovation in an effort to protect themselves? One can make the argument that such protections urge innovation by others but really, is "slide to unlock" or "rounded edges" something that needs to be defended in court? http://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/the-battle-over-net-neutrality-started-with-the-1920s-era-hushaphone?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=atlas-page&_utm_source=1-2-2

Tsu had s really interesting business model: pay people for the content they post.

Tsu had s really interesting business model: pay people for the content they post. Think about it, you post on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Instagram and countless other social media sites and all the while those sites are being paid to run advertising to you and are collecting information about you in order to market you to other services. Sure, you get a great service that allows you to collect with people, but were you being compensated for your dozens of posts each day? No. But that's where Tsu came in. If Facebook is making money by selling advertising to you, then why shouldn't you get a cut? Unfortunately, Tsu took a page out of a ten year old playbook. Send emails to your address book; post to Facebook, Twitter and every other site, spamming your friends with constant requests to join. Because, the more your content is seen the more you get paid. And it seemed like it might work. People like making money for doing exactly what they're already doing, right? Well, no.

Remember a few months ago when an early Trump campaign operative came out and said the Trump campaign was not...

Remember a few months ago when an early Trump campaign operative came out and said the Trump campaign was not interested in winning, only getting to double digit polling? I've said it before and I'll say it again, Trump's not interested in being president. His message started resonating with the angry white middle class voter who needed someone to blame for their lost American Dream and suddenly he's the front runner and then the nominee. This new information (if true) falls in line with Kasich's claim that the Trump campaign told him the VP pick would be the most powerful Vice President in American history. He's even started laying the groundwork to get out of presidential debates. Everything he says and does is about not being involved in the process. #DonaldTrump isn't interested in being President. He's been sabotaging his own campaign, talking out of his ass off the cuff, with no obvious interest in learning about domestic or foreign affairs. He

I've stopped and helped people before and never once thought to think I might be in danger from those being helped.

I've stopped and helped people before and never once thought to think I might be in danger from those being helped. Instead, I've been offered booze, marijuana, a meal and verbal thanks. Someone tried to offer me money once but I declined. You pay for a service, not assistance. There was no cause for these two kids to shoot their Good Samaritan. None whatsoever. http://www.foxnews.com/us/2016/08/17/good-samaritan-killed-after-helping-2-south-carolina-teens-pull-suv-from-ditch.html

Wal-Mart is dangerous to it's shoppers and the community, by drawing police resources to their locations far above...

Wal-Mart is dangerous to it's shoppers and the community, by drawing police resources to their locations far above average for other box retailers. And in my opinion, it's a problem of Wal-Mart's own making. https://www.bloomberg.com/features/2016-walmart-crime/

#DonaldTrump, tax cheat? Probably. With the help from his buddy, Chris Christi.

#DonaldTrump, tax cheat? Probably. With the help from his buddy, Chris Christi. http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/08/17/us/politics/trump-chris-christie-casinos.html?referer=https://www.google.com/

Just another reason to stay away from Verizon​.

Just another reason to stay away from Verizon​. For now, I'll stick with T-Mobile​ and a rootable device. If TMo decides to pull this crap Project Fi or Republic Wireless​ may get a new customer. http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2016/08/verizon-has-a-plan-to-make-the-android-bloatware-problem-worse/?comments=1

I'm a huge fan of "if it ain't broke don't fix it" but theses seen to be features everyone should want.

I'm a huge fan of "if it ain't broke don't fix it" but theses seen to be features everyone should want. Now, if only they will get the word out so non tech savvy people will know the advantages of USB-c. _... letting manufacturers make them slimmer, he said. It would also allow for more pristine sound, noise cancelling, and effects like extra base or "concert hall" reverb. The revised spec also supports "granular" power management, letting the system shut off a microphone if you're just using your headphones for music, for instance. That should ensure that USB audio doesn't suck much more power than a headphone jack._ https://www.engadget.com/2016/08/17/intel-says-new-usb-type-c-spec-will-ease-headphone-jack-loss/

If there's one thing Donald Trump is doing well is creating an environment where racists and bigots feel welcome to...

If there's one thing Donald Trump is doing well is creating an environment where racists and bigots feel welcome to step out of the shadows and into the light. http://www.rawstory.com/2016/08/trump-youth-group-run-by-hitler-apologist-will-teach-millennials-to-root-out-parasites/

If this trailer doesn't get your appetite wet for Luke Cage then nothing will.

If this trailer doesn't get your appetite wet for Luke Cage then nothing will. Looks like Marvel and Netflix will have another winner on their hands. https://youtu.be/ytkjQvSk2VA

That was a whole lot of funny.

That was a whole lot of funny. #RioOlympics #Olympics #Olympics2016 https://youtu.be/3gPjMvTmE2g

Is it me, or does Megatron look an awful lot like Ultron in Avengers: Age of Ultron?

Is it me, or does Megatron look an awful lot like Ultron in Avengers: Age of Ultron ? But, at least he finally has his arm cannon. That's been needed since movie #1. http://www.blastr.com/2016-8-12/first-look-megatron-and-barricade-transformers-last-knight?utm_campaign=trueAnthem:+Trending+Content&utm_content=57b3906604d3013b178d9431&utm_medium=trueAnthem&utm_source=twitter

Google had to go and create and entirely new (video) messaging app just to move away from the overly complicated...

Google had to go and create and entirely new (video) messaging app just to move away from the overly complicated service called "Hangouts." Don't get me wrong, I'm excited to try Duo out, I'm just not sure if Google knows what they're doing. Follow me here: Google creates Google+, including Hangouts which was rolled into the social network. Then Google adds features to Hangouts because it's very popular. So, popular, in fact, that Google allows "on Air" Hangouts for panel discussions. Google decides to uncouple Hangouts from Google+, turning the service into it's own app/service. Google's Hangouts app is convoluted and cumbersome, driving many lay users from the service and into the waiting arms of Facebook, Apple and a gazillion other "mobile only" apps. Google revamps the browser version of the service, hangouts. google.com making it truly a standalone service, divorced from Gmail, Chrome, etc. Google announces Duo (and Allo