Donald Trump dodged the draft but is happy to post photos of himself in uniform while he sends our kids to die in his war.
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My brain can and will rapidly switch from politics mode to gaming mode to tech mode. Try not to get whiplash. Opinions are my own.
A new slush fund will be propped up 15 minutes after he’s confirmed apple.news/AetH_nBX8QUW...
Blanche rescinds fund for Trump supporters after GOP senators threaten to block his AG bid — The Associated Press
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has issued a formal order terminating President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization fund” to compensate his political allies.
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Just loaded up Xenoblade Chronicles 2 - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition for a couple minuets to get a feel for what had changed. Wow. It feels incredible! The higher resolution is great, the frame rate is (only testing in Gormot) stable, cutscene rumble is real. Can’t ask for much more.
I've been using Siri AI for over a month now. Yes, it's good. open.substack.com/pub/cmdkey/p...
Siri AI - It Actually Works
Hey Siri, nice to see you making yourself useful again.
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If you're wondering what party will help you keep your Social Security benefits and which one is trying to take them away, this is a Republican on the Senate floor TODAY:
What authority does the president have over airports? None, beyond directing how TSA may operate apple.news/AIajyLVNeRdm...
Trump announces a $22.5 billion makeover of Dulles airport that will eliminate the 'people movers' — The Associated Press
President Donald Trump is eyeing a new Washington-area landmark for one of his makeovers. The Republican president on Wednesday announced a $22.5 billion renovation of Washington Dulles International ...
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“I hit them, why are they hitting back? I bet if I hit back even harder, that’ll make peace!” - Some Orange Idiot in the White House apple.news/AJWRWYlENSe2...
Trump threatens to hit Iran ‘hard’ following missile attack on U.S. assets — The Washington Post
The threat came after Saudi Arabia joined U.S. military strikes on Iranian proxies.
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Lowkey one of the greatest achievements in Splatoon Raiders.
But can we use the capture button to record videos now or no?
Nintendo of America [Twitter/X Mirror]@nintendousa.bsky.social · 2w agoJoin Rex and Pyra on their journey through Alrest, now enhanced for Nintendo Switch 2! Meet a new Rare Blade named MOMO with an additional quest, a new battle mode, & more in #XenobladeChronicles 2 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, releasing July 30! Pre-order: ninten.do/6013vAzMB
You are not alone there, Steve 🫣 #LEGODonkeyKong #LEGO
That’s the neat part. There isn’t one. apple.news/ACCfAGuKhSL6...
Hegseth faces bipartisan scrutiny as Iran war escalates — The Washington Post
Some lawmakers seeking clarity on the Trump administration’s strategy for the conflict appeared frustrated as the Pentagon seeks billions in additional wartime funding.
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Three new amiibo figures featuring the members of Deep Cut arrive July 23! With breezy island looks for their #SplatoonRaiders adventures, these Shiver, Frye, and Big Man amiibo can easily be displayed together with their interconnecting bases.
Did Trump address the country tonight? Forgot to give a fuck.
More #DonkeyKongBananza songs are swinging onto #NintendoMusic! 🎶 Don't miss this bunch: ninten.do/6018v2tJA
The parasite causing explosive diarrhea makes clear that functional public health infrastructure matters. But Trump's latest CDC nominee didn't KNOW Trump made monitoring this parasite optional and STILL wouldn't give me a firm commitment she'd make it mandatory again. Absurd.
A sad story for Apple Intelligence and Shortcuts in iOS 27 in three screenshots.
The FCC plans to rip up local TV station ownership rules - Engadget apple.news/A26LE8ifvT_a... “On August 6, commissioners will hold a ballot to repeal Section 303 of the Communications Act…”. Hang on, I’ve gotta be missing something here. This dummy knows the FTC can’t amend the law, right?
The FCC plans to rip up local TV station ownership rules — Engadget
The FCC might be overstepping its bounds to open the door to broadcast TV monopolies.
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Ossoff: “You refuse to answer a simple matter of the fact about the 2020 election.” Clayton: “I’ve given you my answer.” Ossoff: “What is your answer?” Clayton: *doesn’t answer* Ossoff: “Isn’t it humiliating to be unable to answer this question?”
Say hello to the back-to-back Splatoon 3 North American League 2026 champions, Milky Way! The Splatoon 3 dev team created this original art to commemorate their win. Congratulations! 🎉
Does Marco Rubio know the US isn't even a party to the ICC?
CNN@cnn.com · 3w agoUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday vowed to “dismantle” the International Criminal Court and urged other countries to join the effort as the Trump administration significantly escalates its campaign against the global institution. https://cnn.it/4w1OJlL
Anyone else think it’s funny when an AI company tries to hire people. They’ve been out here being like “AI is going to take all the jobs and do all the work and people won’t be needed anymore.” Ok then. You first. That’s how you know AI can’t deliver on its promises.
Splatoon Community Census 2026! Last year the form got over 1000 responses and gave some great insight into the community! This year's census will continue in its goal of encouraging dialogue and identifying issues within the scene It takes 10 minutes to complete! 🔗 forms.gle/xqYSpB7AanqJ...
The hard facts on augmented reality by @reckless.bsky.social and @davidpierce.xyz on the Vergecast.