Independent as a hog on ice
It’s important that, each day, we learn of at least one Terrible Thing Happening about which we were previously, blissfully unaware.
Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò"Covering an area the size of Britain, Western Sahara is designated as a “non-self-governing territory” by the United Nations and remains on its official list of territories still awaiting decolonization." Eoghan Gilmartin for @africaisacountry1.bsky.social africasacountry.com/2026/07/odys...
The whole world loves Buc-ee, the lovely beaver mascot of the quintessentially American gas station chain, where everything is ridiculously large and you can buy brisket. *5 seconds later* We regret to inform you the beaver is litigious.
HBO's John Oliver takes on Buc-ee's over trademark lawsuitsBuc-ee’s is known for aggressively defending its trademarked beaver. John Oliver is launching Buc-Off to challenge the Texas chain.www.dallasnews.com