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Delta CEO says opposing new Georgia voting law “is about protecting the voices of our people”

Delta’s new statement called the legislation “unacceptable” with CEO Ed Bastian writing to employees that “the entire rationale for this bill was based on a lie.” Via

Real-world data shows vaccines kicking butt–including against scary variant

“Very, very good reason for everyone to get vaccinated,” Fauci says. Via

“You need water to live” Pete Buttigieg explains infrastructure to Republicans

The GOP governor of South Dakota had complained that Biden’s infrastructure plan would fund “housing and pipes.” Via

Florida works to avoid ‘catastrophic’ pond collapse

PALMETTO, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Sunday that crews are working to prevent the collapse of a large wastewater pond in the Tampa Bay area while evacuating the area to avoid a… Via

Amazon admits its drivers sometimes have to pee in bottles

“Drivers can and do have trouble finding restrooms,” Amazon admits. Via

Awesome Things Volume 63

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Doors

Directed by Saman Kesh, Jeff Desom, Dugan O’Neal. With Kathy Khanh, Julianne Collins, Aric Floyd, Rory Anne Dahl. Without warning, millions of mysterious alien “doors” suddenly appear around the globe. In a rush to determine the reason for their arrival, mankind must work together to understand the purpose of these cosmic anomalies. Bizarre incidences occurring Read the full article…

The Unending Assaults on Girlhood

Rape culture permeates adolescence. The lessons that it teaches girls cast long shadows. Via

A Black Army Rises to Fight the Racist Right

A man calling himself Grandmaster Jay has raised a disciplined, heavily armed militia. It has yet to fire a shot at its enemies, but it’s prepared for war. Via

Factory mix-up spoils 15 million doses of J&ampJ COVID vaccine

The error at a manufacturing facility will delay future shipments of the vaccine. Via

DuVernays New Gods dropped by Warner Bros

Warner Bros.’ reorganisation of their DC movies has meant some films are no longer proceeding – including Ava DuVernay’s New Gods, and the Aquaman spin-off The Trench. “As part of our DC slate, some legacy development titles including New Gods and The Trench will not be moving forward,” Warner Bros. and DC explained  in a statement. “We thank… Read the full article…

DMX Hospitalized in New York

Rapper reportedly in grave condition after a drug overdose triggered a heart attack Via

MLB Moving All-Star Game Out of Georgia in Response to Voter Suppression Law

“I have decided that the best way to demonstrate our values as a sport is by relocating this year’s All-Star Game and MLB Draft,” MLB Commissioner Robert Manfred said in a statement Via

Gaetz’s communications director departs as scandal around Florida congressman intensifies

“The Office of Congressman Matt Gaetz and Luke Ball have agreed that it would be best to part ways,” Gaetz’s office said. Via

Alabama fire chief arrested in armed dispute with GA real estate agent attorney says charges baseless

A Realtor told Atlanta media Tarrant Fire Chief Jason Rickels targeted her and a photographer because they are Black. Via

Judge Issues Restraining Order Against Lil Nas X’s ‘Satan Shoes’

Despite First Amendment argument, federal judge agrees that art collective MSCHF infringed on Nike’s trademark Via

Amazon colluded with publishers to fix book prices class-action suit alleges

Retailers complain that contract terms cement Amazon’s dominant position. Via

USDA drops Trump plan to cut food stamps for 700000 Americans

U.S. Department of Agriculture said it is abandoning efforts to tighten work requirements for food stamps. Via

Gaetz showed nude photos of women he said he’d slept with to lawmakers sources tell CNN

Rep. Matt Gaetz, the Florida Republican being investigated by the Justice Department over sex trafficking allegations, made a name for himself when he arrived on Capitol Hill as a conservative firebrand on TV and staunch defender of then-President Donald Trump. Behind the scenes, Gaetz gained a reputation in Congress over his relationships with women and Read the full article…

US Capitol is on lockdown after Capitol Police officers injured outside the building

The US Capitol is on lockdown as law enforcement responded to reports of a shooting and that an individual rammed a vehicle into two law enforcement officers. Via

Recent Comic Cover Updates For The Week Ending 2021-04-02

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Schools Cant Punish Students for Off-Campus Speech Including Social Media Posts EFF Tells Supreme Court

Washington, D.C.—The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) urged the Supreme Court to rule that when students post on social media or speak out online while off campus, they are protected from punishment by school officials under the First Amendment—an important free speech principle amid… Via

The Navy Reveals Plans for Its New Fighter Jet

The sixth-gen strike fighter will replace the Super Hornet—and take a “little buddy” along for the ride. Via

MCS Top Posts for the week ending 2021-04-02

Here’s this week’s Top Stuff

Sharon Stone Paid Leonardo DiCaprios 1995 Salary When Studio Didnt Want to Cast Him

Stone was a producer on 1995’s “The Quick and the Dead” and fought the studio to hire DiCaprio and director Sam Raimi. Via

Biden administration launches big push for offshore wind

Big cross-agency effort will set the stage for massive growth by 2050.

Supreme Court leaves in place a ruling blocking Hillary Clinton deposition over private email server

The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a lower court order that blocked the conservative group Judicial Watch from deposing former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton about her use of a private email account in a lawsuit related to the 2012 attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, Libya.

Rep Matt Gaetz eyes early retirement from Congress to take job at Newsmax

The Florida congressman has privately told confidants he’s interested in a role at Newsmax.

US Rep Matt Gaetz under federal investigation New York Times reports Florida Phoenix

Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz is under Justice Department investigation over a possible sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl, The New York Times reported Tuesday evening. The newspaper cited “three people briefed on the matter” and reported that the probe began during the final months of the Trump administration. The sources said investigators are looking into Read the full article…

Rep Matt Gaetz eyes early retirement from Congress to take job at Newsmax

The Florida congressman has privately told confidants he’s interested in a role at Newsmax. Via

Supreme Court leaves in place a ruling blocking Hillary Clinton deposition over private email server

The Supreme Court on Monday left in place a lower court order that blocked the conservative group Judicial Watch from deposing former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton about her use of a private email account in a lawsuit related to the 2012 attack on the US consulate in Benghazi, Libya. Via

Starz cancels American Gods

There won’t be a full fourth season of American Gods on Starz. “American Gods will not return for a fourth season. Everyone at Starz is grateful to the dedicated cast and crew, and our partners at Fremantle who brought author and executive producer Neil Gaiman’s ever-relevant story to life that speaks to the cultural climate of… Read the full article…

Ancillary Mercy

  Ancillary Mercy is the stunning conclusion to the trilogy that began with Ancillary Justice, the only novel ever to win the Hugo, Nebula, and Arthur C. Clarke Awards. For a moment, things seemed to be under control for Breq, the soldier who used to be a warship. Then a search of Athoek Station’s slums Read the full article…

AT&ampT lobbies against nationwide fiber says 10Mbps uploads are good enough

AT&T admits fiber is most “future-proof” but wants US to fund slower networks. Via

Nike Sues Designer of Lil Nas X ‘Satan Shoes’

Filing against the art collective MSCHF includes trademark infringement for Air Max 97 sneakers Via

New York bar infamous for defying COVID-19 lockdown laws padlocked by sheriff’s deputies

A New York City bar infamous for its owners repeatedly defying Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s COVID-19 restrictions was padlocked by sheriff’s deputies. Via

Beer brand Miller Lite releases candle that smells like a bar

Beer brand Miller Lite has released three limited-edition candles with scents intended to replicate those found in a bar and a beer garden.  Via

‘Friends’ ‘The Goonies’ and More Get Their Own Ice Cream Flavor

Serendipity Brands launches four new flavors named after popular Warner Bros. titles. Via

Everything You Need to Know About Georgia’s New Voting Law

The law puts restrictions of mail-in voting, criminalizes the act of giving food and water to voters waiting on line, and could make it easier for officials to meddle with the results Via

Papers Please

  New York introduces the “Excelsior Pass”. Only needed to get into a couple big stadiums at this point, but if successful, it’s easy to imagine this being rapidly expanded to be mandatory for going to airports, getting on the train, doing all kinds of things out in public.

MEL Magazine to Stop Publishing After Mass Layoffs From Dollar Shave Club

MEL Magazine will stop publishing on Wednesday and is seeking a new buyer after mass layoffs from its owner, Dollar Shave Club. Via

Star Wars x Kross Studio Death Star Tourbillon Comes with a Screen-used Kyber Crystal

Kross Studio teamed up with Lucasfilm for this rare timepiece. It features a tourbillon mechanism that sits beneath a precision-machined Death Star cage Via

One Year Later Comics retailers on The Day The Industry Shut Down

Seven comics retailers look back on the Diamond shutdown one year ago, and their evolving businesses in the Pandemic Era. This is a long read, but a good one that’s well worth your time. Via

Gov Ron DeSantis loses his grip on FL’s vaccine plan White House rogue counties overshadowing the governor Florida Phoenix

Gov. Ron DeSantis was quick to correct the record when asked during a news conference this week about a report that the state had administered COVID vaccines to people as young as 18 during a jazz festival in Orlando over the weekend. “The state has not,” the governor shot back, not waiting for the reporter Read the full article…

Chrissy Teigen Deleted Her Twitter Account For A Very Heartbreaking Reason

On Wednesday, March 24, Chrissy Teigen deleted her Twitter account after explaining that she could no longer handle the pressure of being a public figure on the internet. Via

The Atlanta Spa Shootings Are Fueling Far-Right Attacks on Porn and Sex Work

Eight people were killed during a mass shooting in Georgia earlier this month. Now, some on the far right are trying to use the tragedy as an excuse to crack down on porn Via

300 a day for a Kia Rio Why rental cars prices have gone insane

Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning on a spring break trip to Orlando next week: Renting a car — if you can find one — could cost you at least $300 a day. That’s possibly more than you’ll spend for air fare, hotel rooms or tickets to theme parks. Via

With drivers confused Atlantic City to redo BLM road paint

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Atlantic City says it will redo a Black Lives Matter tribute on a street because the original painting of those words across the entire road confused motorists who… Via

Fayetteville man receives last paycheck in oil-covered pennies dumped on his driveway

A Fayetteville man said his last paycheck from his former employer came in the form of over 90,000 oil- or grease-covered pennies dumped on his driveway. Via

Fox News sued for 16bn over false election claims

Dominion Voting Systems filed the claim against the broadcaster Via