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[Amunet @freakoutsideofx]

Happy 78th Birthday to "The Beaver" Jerry Mathers!
Not only is Mathers still with us, so is his mother, Marilyn, doing well at 98-years-old!

[The Husky @Mr_Husky1]

"LAST NIGHT: George Clooney attacked Dolly Parton — and received a brutal “lesson” he won’t soon forget.-BN

George Clooney thought he could easily score public points by attacking Dolly Parton over her views on patriotism, traditional values, and the direction of American culture. But this time, he picked the wrong opponent.

Known as one of America’s most beloved entertainment icons, Dolly Parton didn’t just respond — she delivered a powerful message about freedom of thought, personal responsibility, and respect for everyday Americans.

“George Clooney says I’m dividing people with my opinions,” Dolly Parton began in a calm but firm tone. “But what truly divides this country is mocking anyone who thinks differently and pretending only one side deserves to be heard.”

And she didn’t stop there.

“You know what’s even more dangerous?” Parton continued. “Using fame and influence to shame ordinary people simply because they refuse to follow Hollywood’s political script.”

Then Dolly Parton went even further, speaking as someone who has spent decades in the entertainment industry watching public debate become increasingly toxic and hostile toward opposing viewpoints.

“It’s not different opinions that weaken a nation,” Parton said. “What weakens it is fear, intolerance, and teaching people to hate one another because of politics.”

At that point, this was no longer just another celebrity feud — it became a larger conversation about free speech, division, and the future of public discourse in America. Instead of backing down, Dolly Parton turned the confrontation into a broader debate about the values the country should defend.

“I’m not perfect,” Parton admitted. “I’ve made mistakes. But I will always believe that a strong country is one where people can speak freely, disagree openly, and still respect each other as fellow Americans.”

And then came the line that many fans said they would never forget:

“America was not built on fear or hatred between citizens. It was built on courage, freedom, and the belief that people with different views could still move forward together. So ask yourselves — who is really trying to unite this country?”

What began as a celebrity attack quickly turned into something much bigger: a message about unity, responsibility, and the future of America.

George Clooney thought he could attack Dolly Parton… but what she said next shocked the nation. Don’t miss her jaw-dropping response—click to see history being made:

[Tulsi Gabbard 🌺 @TulsiGabbard]

We are getting ready to head to the hospital for my husband’s surgery and just wanted to say thank you so much to all of who have shared messages, prayers and well wishes for Abraham. We are humbled and so grateful to be surrounded by aloha during this really tough time. 🙏🏽

[5 Clubs @5ClubsGolf]

Charles Barkley went from playing 300 days a year to barely wanting to tee it up.

Not because he stopped loving golf.

Because the game humbled him in a way nothing else ever had.

"I've never sucked at anything in my life."

Charles opens up about the embarrassment, frustration, and rock-bottom moments that nearly made him walk away from golf altogether.

@Garywilliams1Up | @GolfChannel | @SiriusXMPGATOUR | @SiriusXMSports | @ESPNNBA | @NBA

#Golf #CharlesBarkley #GolfLife #GolfStruggles #5ClubsGolf

[Tulsi Gabbard 🌺 @TulsiGabbard]

I am deeply grateful for the trust President Trump placed in me and for the opportunity to lead @ODNIgov for the last year and a half.

Unfortunately, I must submit my resignation, effective June 30, 2026. My husband, Abraham, has recently been diagnosed with an extremely rare form of bone cancer. He faces major challenges in the coming weeks and months. At this time, I must step away from public service to be by his side and fully support him through this battle.

[bendaddyo @liben516]

@JR_HIRSHey @Fully_Equipped @CallawayGolf We the people

[Race @multiplanet1]

Elon Musk's first wife once described what it's like to watch him fail.

She said he doesn't react the way normal people react. When a rocket explodes, most people in the room go silent. Some cry. Some start calculating the financial damage.

Musk pulls out his phone and starts making calls. Not emotional calls. Engineering calls. "What failed. When can we fix it. When's the next launch." His voice doesn't change. His face doesn't change. The rocket that just cost $60 million is already in the past. The next one is all that exists.

She said it was the most unsettling thing she'd ever witnessed. Not because he was cold. Because he genuinely wasn't affected. The failure didn't register as failure. It registered as data. An experiment that produced results. Results that inform the next experiment.

This is why he wins. Not because he doesn't fail. He fails more spectacularly than anyone in history. He wins because failure occupies zero psychological space. It enters as data and exits as action.

Most people lose not because they fail but because they spend weeks processing the failure before acting again. Musk spends zero seconds. The gap between failure and next attempt is a phone call.

[Max Verstappen @VerstappenCOM]

That’s it 😤 A really tough one to take. From the lead, our car suffered a broken driveshaft, ending our fight for the win. Thank you all for your support throughout the weekend 🙏

[New York Islanders @NYIslanders]

YOUR ROOKIE OF THE YEAR.

[Joe Rogan Podcast News @joeroganhq]

Tom Brady: "A bird sitting on a tree is never afraid of the branch breaking, because its trust is not on the branch but on its own wings. Always believe in yourself."

[bendaddyo @liben516]

@TheAdam027 Keep up the fight will follow hopefully you will recover

[Julian Lennon @JulianLennon]

🙏🏼

After being diagnosed with Coronary Heart Disease & a Pre-Diabetic, I urge all to get checked out sooner than later, as you never know what hidden health issues you may have, even after exercising and eating as much ‘good/healthy’ food as possible.

Nip it in the bud! As they say…

Even with these ailments, I’ve managed to catch them early enough, to be able to reverse some of the damage and will hopefully be able to live a healthy long life!

Please get checked out, before you’re checked out… ❤️🙏🏼😘

And last but not least, thanks to all the Doctors who have helped and guided me on this new journey so far… Truly 🙏🏼 x

[Andy Slye @slye]

Most HVAC contractors in America are trying to keep you in the 1990s.

I had $15,000 cash to spend on a cold-climate heat pump.

Nearly every contractor I contacted tried to talk me out of it or over-quote me an outrageous amount to deter me away.

One guy spent 20 minutes explaining why variable-speed heat pumps are a scam. Another literally said he wouldn’t put one in his own house.

Why? My guess:

1) They are ignorant of the latest technology

2) They don’t have the training to install/service the new systems

3) Their pockets get filled from big box old school HVAC manufacturers if they sell them

Unfortunately, a new HVAC for most homeowners is very urgent so these contractors use this time crunch to overcharge or upsell inferior systems.

Luckily, I bought a couple of $130 window AC units to hold me over for 2 weeks while I reached out to 15+ contractors.

I received quotes ranging from $10,000 to over $24,000. Only 2 of the quotes included a modern cold-climate heat pump.

After price matching and negotiations, I ultimately chose a Daikin Aurora Fit cold-climate inverter heat pump + 97% modulating gas furnace (true dual-fuel setup)

Total cost after rebates = $13,000

This system usually goes for around $20,000.

Here are the key takeaways I wish I had known before I started shopping:

1. Always demand a real Manual J load calculation. Don’t settle for a “rule of thumb” or register count. I had 3 different contractors give me 3 different sizes until one actually ran proper software.

2. True variable-speed inverter technology is worth it especially in a multi-level home. It runs longer at lower speeds, gives much better dehumidification, smoother temperatures, and is noticeably quieter.

3. Dual-fuel (heat pump + high-efficiency gas furnace) is often the smartest move in mixed climates (like my home in Louisville). The heat pump handles most of the year efficiently while the furnace only kicks in on the coldest days (if necessary)

4. Shop aggressively and negotiate hard. Buy yourself some time with some temporary/portable units. I got competing quotes and used them to drive the price down significantly.

5. Duct sealing, correct sizing/tonnage, and proper installation matter more than most people realize especially in older homes.

6. Have a detailed checklist to vet each contractor. An extremely helpful guide I had throughout the process was from @energysmartwv

So why did I insist on cold climate heat pump?

• Way better temperature balance upstairs (even without zoning)

• Excellent dehumidification in humid summers

• Significantly quieter operation

• I’m expecting to save $60/month on electricity

• Less reliance on gas and possibly eliminating the need altogether

Modern cold-climate heat pumps are no longer experimental. They’re one of the smartest upgrades most homeowners can make right now.

Do your homework to make sure you are getting the best system possible for your home. Don’t let old school contractors keep you in the past.

Have you installed (or considered) a heat pump in a cold or mixed climate? Were the contractors helpful or did they try to talk you out of it?

[Gino Hard @GinoHard_]

P.K. Subban has fulfilled his $10 million commitment to Montreal Children’s Hospital — the largest donation by an athlete in Canadian history ❤️

A decade-long promise kept, with approximately 100,000 children helped. Respect 🫡

[Michael S. Kim @Mike_kim714]

@JR_HIRSHey @PingTour @Fully_Equipped @GOLF_com @SRTheegala Makes it annoying when you’re trying to see what club he’s hitting on a par 3 😂

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

This NFL player reveals the only exercise that sculpts abs for life, and it's surprisingly simple to do

[bendaddyo @liben516]

@JoeTegtmeyer @cybertruck YL

[bendaddyo @liben516]

@krassenstein Nice purchase Brian I’m glad you didn’t make a political statement by boycotting Tesla because of Elon. I love my new Tesla and I’m not an environmentalist. It’s a great car

[End Tribalism in Politics @EndTribalism]

RFK Jr. gets emotional sharing a story about a family member’s struggle coming off SSRIs.

He says it is harder than getting off heroin.

“I happen to be an actual expert on this because I was addicted to heroin for 14 years.”

“I went through cold turkey withdrawal probably over 100 times.”

“After 72 hours, it’s over.”

“But I’ve watched people come off of SSRIs, and it is not even comparable.”

“I watched a family member get off of them after a couple of years on them, and she was suicidal literally every day.”

“She woke up every morning and said, ‘I don't want to live.’”

“And she said, ‘The only reason I'm staying alive is for you guys.’”

“That's heartbreaking to hear from a family member.”

“And I've heard that from hundreds and hundreds of people, the same story again and again.”

[bendaddyo @liben516]

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