Category Archives: TTG

Trump’s suggestion that US ‘take over’ the Gaza Strip is rejected by allies and adversaries alike

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — President Donald Trump’s proposal that the United States “take over” the Gaza Strip and permanently resettle its Palestinian residents was swiftly rejected and denounced on Wednesday by American allies and adversaries alike. Trump’s suggestion … Continue reading

Posted in Borg Wars, Israel, Palestine, TTG | 18 Comments

“Trump says he will continue funding Ukraine’s war effort — but he wants something rare in return”

President Donald Trump says he wants access to Ukraine’s bonanza of rare earth and critical minerals in exchange for the billions of dollars in military aid Washington has been supplying to Kyiv. It’s an idea previously suggested by Republican senators … Continue reading

Posted in TTG, Ukraine Crisis | 38 Comments

In NASA asteroid samples, scientists discover key building blocks of life

In samples taken from a distant asteroid, scientists have discovered a host of organic molecules, including key building blocks of life. The surprising finding suggests the chemical ingredients necessary for life may have been widespread across the early solar system. … Continue reading

Posted in Science, Space, TTG | 15 Comments

Thoughts on the Potomac Air Crash

I’m willing to wait on the NTSB investigation, but one claim, or series of claims, have given me pause. It concerns the altitudes of both the Blackhawk helicopter and the airliner at the time of impact. Experienced pilots have said … Continue reading

Posted in Current Affairs, Local News, TTG | 97 Comments

Rubio, Kallas agree to exert maximum pressure on Russia

BRUSSELS – In a phone call on Tuesday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas agreed on the need to exert strong … Continue reading

Posted in Europe, TTG, Ukraine Crisis | 37 Comments

“Apple calls Bullshit on the AI Revolution”

Apple has earned its reputation for innovating the technology world. It is what solidified their status as a tech giant, and now their iPod, Macbook, iPhone, iPad, and Siri have yielded a variety of copycats. So, why aren’t they leading … Continue reading

Posted in Cyber, Science, Technology, TTG | 25 Comments

Possum Point powers up for data centers

By Peter Cary Contributing Writer: Prince William Times, Jan 15, 2025 Some hoped the Possum Point power plant, located on scenic bluffs above the Potomac River, might shutter over the next several years as Virginia weaned itself from fossil fuels, … Continue reading

Posted in Energy, Local News, TTG, Ukraine Crisis | 3 Comments

Trump tells Putin: end war in Ukraine or face huge sanctions

President Trump has threatened to impose additional sanctions and tariffs on Russia unless President Putin agrees to end the war in Ukraine. Trump said last year that he would resolve the war within 24 hours of being sworn in as … Continue reading

Posted in Policy, Politics, Russia, TTG, Ukraine Crisis | 90 Comments

Open Thread – Inauguration Day 2025

For a day of ceremony, a lot happened today. Not unexpectedly, I might add. What struck me most was all the pardons and commutations. First Biden gave preemptive pardons to members of his family, Fauci and the entire J6 investigative … Continue reading

Posted in Open Thread, TTG | 127 Comments

Dave Chappelle’s SNL Monologue

I was in the Middle East years ago after I quit my show. I was trying to find out what I wanted to do with my life. And while I was there, Jimmy Carter flew to Israel. So everybody in … Continue reading

Posted in Culture and Society, Current Affairs, Humor, TTG | 3 Comments