Unattended Baggage Show Notes 9/30/2023
Episode #216: “Are we the science people, or are we idiots?”
Adrian is calm as anarchy reigns in neighborhood detour, Feinstein’s death not expected to hurt her re-election chances, Meatball and friends arrested for harmless wealth redistribution, net-cutting Philipinos could force US war with China, more men give up on women, and the government shutdown means you can’t visit nature.
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When gov’t shuts down, the only thing they close is nature
Government shutdown: Congress is moving into crisis mode | AP News
Government on brink of shutdown ahead of midnight deadline
Will this hurt her re-election chances?
Dianne Feinstein, California’s longest-serving senator, dies at 90
Cassandra Trigger DFC
At least 20 arrested in night of looting throughout Philly, police say – NBC10 Philadelphia
Set in the year 2028: “Virtually every corporate grocery store now has off-duty cops on the payroll for security. Shoplifting has become commonplace. I’m thankful it hasn’t gotten that bad for my family yet. Stealing from the corporate stores is no longer a social stigma, but I can’t bring myself to do it. Even with the facial recognition cameras and the behavioral analysis scanners, becoming a resourceful shoplifter is a survival mechanism for many people. People have learned the gaps in the systems, and they know to avoid ‘lifting on the days when the federal VIPR teams are around.”
Video killed the looting star
Philadelphia influencer 'Meatball' livestreamed lootings, is charged with 6 felonies
China and Philippines confrontation may trigger US treaty
The Philippines’ Tension With China Crosses New Line in South China Sea - The New York Times
US reaffirms 'ironclad commitment' to defense alliance with PH | Philippine News Agency
“an armed attack on Philippine armed forces, aircraft and public vessels, including the Coast Guard, anywhere in the South China Sea, would invoke Washington DC's mutual defense commitments under Article IV of the MDT.”
Maybe Lucy won’t move the football this time…Nah.
Biden allies say White House finds 3rd party candidates ‘pretty f—ing concerning’ | Fox News
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Flirts With the Libertarian Party - The New York Times
EXCLUSIVE: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Planning to Announce Independent Run
What word starts with “F” and means when you execute political rivals and arrest the media? Oh, right…“Freedom!”
Trump and GOP Rep. Gosar suggest Joint Chiefs boss Mark Milley deserves death
“Are we the science people, or are we the idiots?” -Bill Gates
Bill Gates Says Planting Trees to Solve Climate Crisis is Nonsense.
This may be the dumbest scientific article ever
Scientists Estimate When Humans Could Become Extinct
Scientists recreate, improve net positive fusion energy
Nuclear Fusion Breakthrough Gets a Bigger Burst of Laser Energy - The New York Times
Where have all the cowboys gone?
AI girlfriends are ruining an entire generation of men | The Hill
“Only half of single men are actively seeking relationships or even casual dates, according to Pew. That figure is declining.”
Robocop DFC
NYPD rolls out subway surveillance robot to patrol Times Square station
Why the Pentagon’s ‘killer robots’ are spurring major concerns | The Hill
Vetting your heroes
Leader of Canada’s House of Commons apologizes for honoring former Nazi soldier
Police chase
Shirtless man and his dog lead LAPD on 10-mile chase — in a golf cart
Shameless politicians
Of course Menendez won't resign — corrupt politicians today are shameless
California Legislature
California enacts first statewide gun and ammunition tax in the country | The Hill
Newsom signs law requiring gender-neutral bathrooms in California schools by 2026 | Fox News
Let the drag queens dance
Texas’ ban on certain drag shows is unconstitutional, federal judge say | The Texas Tribune
Trump cases
Trump and company liable for fraud in New York lawsuit, judge rules
Trump rallies with auto workers, leaving GOP debate rivals behind - POLITICO
Unattended Baggage Episode #216: “Are we the science people, or are we idiots?”