Sunday Overnight Open Thread (7/7/24)

Quote I

“I would like my children to be independent and feel comfortable going outside and playing and they won’t" Homeowner Robin Bach

Quote II

“VW top managers who absolutely want to drive a Porsche can also afford one privately.” Unnamed VW board member

Quote III

“I think President Biden, politically, is as dead as fried chicken. He can now quit, he can be replaced — let me just finish my thought,” Kennedy said as McEnany began to respond. “Or he can run and lose. You can’t successfully run for president of the United States when your campaign slogan is, ‘I’m only senile some of the time,’ as one commentator pointed out today.” Sen John Kennedy (R-LA)

As usual the CoW were difficult to choose, let alone narrow down to place in tonight's ONT.

No wonder why "they" can't have nice beaches.

Coastguard tries to 'ban' digging holes! Families at popular Cornwall beach ordered to stop great British summer tradition after 8ft trench had to be filled in by a digger

Locals near Padstow in Cornwall told HM Coastguard to 'get a grip' over move

Even libs know a good state to be in when it comes to finances and taxes.

Jeff Bezos keeps selling Amazon stock after announcing his move out of Washington state

The news this week that Jeff Bezos plans to sell more Amazon stock is another reminder of the tech mogul’s move away from Washington state — and the debate over its capital gains tax.

A new regulatory filing shows that the Amazon founder plans to sell 25 million Amazon shares worth about $5 billion. This comes after he sold 50 million shares worth around $8.5 billion earlier this year.

Bezos announced in November that he was leaving his longtime hometown of Seattle, where Amazon is based, and moving to Miami.

The relocation sparked questions about Washington state’s capital gains tax, passed in 2021, which imposes a 7% tax on any gains of more than $262,000 from the sale of stocks and bonds. Florida does not have a capital gains tax.

Bezos saved more than $600 million by moving to Miami and avoiding Washington’s capital gains tax, CNBC reported in February, based on his sale of 50 million shares earlier this year.

The laughs just keep coming regarding EVs. ***SNORT-SNORT***

The state of EV charging in America: Harvard research shows chargers 78% reliable and pricing like the ‘Wild West’

BiGS Actionable Intelligence:
A pioneering scholarly review of 1 million EV charging station consumer reviews, led by a Harvard Business School fellow, reveals widespread dissatisfaction with the current state of EV charging infrastructure. Among other things, the deep dive into tomorrow’s gas station network estimates that drivers can successfully recharge their cars using non-residential EV equipment only 78% of the time, highlighting critical issues with reliability. The problems suggest there are business opportunities for entrepreneurs.

I'll be honest with you. I just as soon not be reporting any news on Resident of The White House MushHead. But, it seems as if tomorrow, "The shit is going to hit the fan".

"The Sh*t Is Going To Hit The Fan On Monday": DC In Turmoil As Biden Says Only 'Act Of God' Will Dislodge Him

After years of feigned outrage every time conservative media mentioned Biden's obvious mental decline, the Democratic party is in complete disarray just four months before the election following last month's disastrous debate against an uncharacteristically quiet Donald Trump.

RIP Tom Fowler.

Born on this day: July 7, 1940 - Ringo Starr
Richard Starkey, ( Ringo Starr, ) drums, vocals, Rory Storm, The Beatles. He sang lead vocals on one track on most Beatles albums, The Beatles scored 21 US No.1 & 17 UK No.1 singles. Starr had the solo 1974 US No.1 & UK No.4 single 'You're Sixteen' plus 9 other US Top 40 hits. Ringo Starr and his All-Starr Band have made many tours and has featured; Joe Walsh, Howard Jones, Ian Hunter, Peter Frampton, Todd Rundgren, Edgar Winter, Greg Lake along with other guests. via thisdayinmusic.com

Living boldly on the edge is a certain sure fire way to win the prestigious Genius Award.

Houston Woman Sees Her Husband's Registry For His Wedding ...To Another Woman ...On Facebook
"You can’t go around lying and misleading individuals at your self satisfaction,” the woman said

How many lives do these cats have left? Tonight's Feel Good Story of The Day.

A Man Who Mows Lawns For Free Saved A Cat Sanctuary From Shutting Down
Today's good news story comes from Corpus Christi, Texas.

In a heartwarming turn of events, Spencer, a dedicated man from SB Mowing who cuts overgrown lawns for free, recently found himself at the center of an extraordinary rescue mission.

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