Kansas City Nice Links: Wartime Bling & Tesla Guv Shut Down Threats

Throughout the history of this blog we've followed the "career" of hottie Paris because she represents the zeitgeist of the current American epoch better than anyone else and today here suspected foray into politics inspires our quick peek at pop culture, community reporting and top headlines.

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First Responder Light Up Spirits Of Youngsters In Hospital

KC emergency vehicles turn out for Night Lights at Children's Mercy

From police to sheriff's departments and EMTs, more than 100 different crews from far and wide came to bring an early Christmas gift to those looking from their hospital rooms at Children...

Golden Ghetto Fruit & Veggie Arrangement Underway

Overland Park Farmers' Market construction impacts RideKC users

The Johnson County Division of RideKC recently shut down operations at the downtown Overland Park Farmers' Market RideKC stop.

Show-Me Newspaper FINALLY Covering Swiftie Carbon Footprint

Taylor Swift's jet flew 200 hours in 2024. This MO airport was one of the most visited

The pop star flew to Kansas City many times to see Chiefs games and Travis Kelce in 2024. The private jet produced tons of carbon emissions.

Artsy Decision ALMOST Explained

Judge rules for UMB Bank in Thomas Hart Benton trust case. Artist's heirs consider an appeal

A five-year legal battle between the heirs of Missouri painter Thomas Hart Benton and the Kansas City Bank that handled his trust has ended with a judge awarding the family a fraction of the millions they sought.

Nice Kind Of Skyfall . . . 

Dreaming of a white Christmas in Kansas City? What forecast, history says about the odds

With Christmas less than a week away, people might be dreaming of snow on the ground on Christmas morning. Historically, here are the odds.

Heiress To Rule Them All 

Paris Hilton on future political bid: 'I can maybe see that happening'

After seeing a youth welfare bill she advocated for pass Congress, Paris Hilton says she could potentially envision herself running for public office. "After coming here so many times over the past couple of years and seeing that my voice really can make a difference, and I can really shine a spotlight on things that...

Economic Reasonable Doubt Emerges Regarding Rigged Stats

Stunning new data shows voters were right to question Biden-Harris job numbers

The White House and others kept pointing to jobs figures as proof of the Biden-Harris administration's economic success. But voters intuitively knew better, and they were right.

Good Intentions Save Earth?!?

Biden just unveiled America's ambitious new climate goal. Trump will assuredly undo it | CNN

The Biden administration just announced an aggressive target for the US to cut its planet-warming pollution over the next decade - a goal that will all but assuredly be reversed by President-elect Donald Trump in his first days in office.

Bird Flu Begins 2024

Health officials say Louisiana patient is first severe bird flu case in US

A person in Louisiana has the first severe illness caused by bird flu in the U.S., health officials said Wednesday.

Tesla King Champions Austerity

Elon Musk leads charge to kill spending bill meant to avert government shutdown

The tech billionaire posted about the funding bill more than 100 times on Wednesday, helping to lead a charge that appears to have increased the likelihood of a government shutdown.

Vlad Talks War, Goals & Victory

Putin says Russia is ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war

President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that he was ready to compromise over Ukraine in possible talks with Donald Trump on ending the war and that Russian forces were moving towards achieving their primary goals on the battlefield.

Holy Land Still Fighting

Israel keeps up Gaza bombardment as ceasefire talks intensify

U.S. and Arab mediators are working round-the-clock to hammer out a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, sources close to the talks said, while in the Gaza Strip medics said Israeli strikes had killed 26 Palestinians on Thursday.

Fans Look For Backdoor Amid Tech Bad Puns

Pornhub Is Pulling Out of Florida

Starting January 1, Floridians can no longer legally come to Pornhub.

Hipster Foodie Menu Debuts

Dish & Drink KC: Warming up at Blue Bird Bistro and KC Craft Ramen

Blue Bird Bistro // Photo By Tiffany Watts Blue Bird Bistro In Kansas City's eclectic food scene, Blue Bird Bistro stands out as a neighborhood gem dedicated to local and organic fare. It's the kind of place where wholesome ingredients meet creative flavors, and recently, it served as the perfect spot for a little team bonding with the Pitch team....

Local Life Ups & Downs

FIRST WARN FORECAST: Thursday into Friday brings wild temperature ride

Thursday morning will start with a typical December chill, as it will feel like the low 20s with a cold wind up to 30 mph.

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