Chuck!

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Zachary Levi has become a household name, thanks to his roles in popular TV shows and movies. From his breakout performance as Chuck Bartowski in “Chuck” to his superhero turn in “Shazam!,” Levi has shown incredible range and charisma. But who is the man behind these iconic characters? Did you know that Levi is not just an actor but also a singer and a mental health advocate? His journey from a small-town kid to a Hollywood star is filled with interesting twists and turns. In this post, we’ll dive into 25 heroic facts about Zachary Levi that will make you appreciate him even more. Buckle up for a fun ride through the life of this multi-talented star!

Early Life and Background

Zachary Levi, known for his charming personality and versatile acting skills, has an interesting background that shaped his career.

  1. Born on September 29, 1980, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Zachary Levi Pugh grew up in a family with deep roots in the South.
  2. Levi’s family moved around a lot during his childhood, living in different states like California, Texas, and Colorado.
  3. He discovered his passion for acting at a young age, performing in school plays and community theater productions.

Rise to Fame

Levi’s journey to stardom wasn’t an overnight success. He worked hard to make a name for himself in Hollywood.

  • His first significant role came in the TV series “Less Than Perfect,” where he played Kipp Steadman from 2002 to 2006.
  • Levi’s big break came with the lead role in the NBC series “Chuck,” where he played Chuck Bartowski, a computer geek turned spy.
  • For his role in “Chuck,” Levi performed many of his own stunts, showcasing his dedication to the character.

Voice Acting and Animation

Levi’s talents extend beyond live-action roles. He has also made a mark in the world of animation.

  • He voiced the character Flynn Rider in Disney’s animated film “Tangled,” which became a huge hit.
  • Levi reprised his role as Flynn Rider in the short film “Tangled Ever After” and the TV series “Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure.”
  • His voice acting skills earned him a nomination for a Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie: Voice.

Superhero Stardom

Levi’s career took a heroic turn when he joined the DC Extended Universe.

  1. He starred as the titular character in the 2019 film “Shazam!,” bringing a mix of humor and heart to the role.
  2. To prepare for “Shazam!,” Levi underwent intense physical training, gaining significant muscle mass to portray the superhero.
  3. Levi’s performance in “Shazam!” was praised for its blend of comedy and action, making the film a box office success.

Musical Talents

Levi’s talents aren’t limited to acting. He also has a passion for music.

  1. He performed a duet with Mandy Moore for the song “I See the Light” in “Tangled,” which was nominated for an Academy Award.
  2. Levi made his Broadway debut in the musical “First Date,” showcasing his singing and dancing abilities.
  3. He starred in the Broadway revival of “She Loves Me,” earning a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Musical.

Personal Life and Interests

Levi’s personal life and interests reveal a multifaceted individual beyond his on-screen persona.

  1. He is an avid gamer and has participated in various gaming events and conventions.
  2. Levi is a strong advocate for mental health awareness, openly discussing his struggles with anxiety and depression.
  3. He founded the company The Nerd Machine, which celebrates nerd culture and hosts the annual Nerd HQ event.

Philanthropy and Charity Work

Levi is dedicated to giving back to the community through various charitable efforts.

  1. He supports Operation Smile, an organization that provides free surgeries to children with cleft lips and palates.
  2. Levi has participated in numerous charity events, including the annual Celebrity Sweat Flag Football Challenge.
  3. He is involved with the charity group Active Minds, which focuses on mental health education and advocacy for young adults.

Fun Facts and Trivia

Here are some lesser-known facts about Zachary Levi that add to his intriguing persona.

  • Levi is fluent in French, a skill he picked up during his time in high school.
  • He is a licensed pilot and enjoys flying planes in his free time.
  • Levi has a black belt in Taekwondo, showcasing his dedication to martial arts.
  • He is a huge fan of the “Star Wars” franchise and often references it in interviews and social media posts.

Zachary Levi: A True Hero On and Off Screen

Zachary Levi’s journey from TV’s “Chuck” to the big screen’s “Shazam!” shows his versatility and dedication. His passion for acting, singing, and even his entrepreneurial spirit with Nerd HQ highlights his multifaceted talent. Beyond his professional achievements, Levi’s openness about mental health struggles and advocacy work makes him a relatable and inspiring figure. His commitment to fitness and healthy living also sets a positive example for fans. Whether he’s making us laugh, inspiring us with his resilience, or entertaining us with his performances, Levi proves he’s more than just a superhero on screen. He’s a real-life hero, using his platform to make a difference. So, next time you watch “Shazam!” or catch an episode of “Chuck,” remember the incredible journey and the man behind the character. Zachary Levi truly embodies what it means to be a hero.

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  1. Good Morning All!

    We had a good visit with Mom yesterday–thanks Filly for minding the store! She was like her old self again, except she has no memory of why she went into the hospital in the first place. I told her about the UTI and she remembered her legs swelling, BUT she has no sense of time. When i asked how long she thinks she’s been away from her house and all, she thought 2 years.

    Her room is nice, and she keeps it clean–she was that way at home too. She loved the goodies I brought her.

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      1. he’s funny and charming and I think handsome. He is building (or maybe it’s done) an alternate production studio i think in Texas…to move away from Hollyweird and all those influences–to make movies and series without the BS in CA. he supports POTUS and is conservative.

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    2. Hi Pat – When Sally’s Dad had dementia – the family got him a clock with the time and date like this – and it helped reorient him and he still uses it in his apartment. These clocks are actually designed for this purpose.

      Digital Calendar Alarm Clock – Dementia Clocks for Seniors, Non-Abbreviated Memory Loss Clock with Date and Time for Elderly (White) There are lots of selections at Amazon

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  4. Pe7rot Conservative6

    September 29, 2025 12:37 am

    West Coast Mom Beth Bourne is fighting for children against the trans madness.

    This past week the Davis, CA Mom stripped down in front of the city council – to her bikini – so they could partially experience what young girls feel when transboys share a bathroom with them.

    The city council freaked out and went into private session. The hypocrisy!

    https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0QZrioEcrkUSBBuzcPm7doBLdb2ajR1XjcqBxxDQ58Abb5Bqb2zchk4nUCCLyZ23ol&id=1437972437&mibextid=ZbWKwL

    Now the Sacramento Bee has followed up with a few articles. Clever and tough woman!

    https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0t6wrw3s1E9VkgZzWGA2AwKAeykeqTsGXgeQZAUd4JUJ94a1fMQddASaJ8wX83fDjl&id=1533007248&mibextid=ZbWKwL

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  5. Pe7rot Conservative6

    September 29, 2025 12:47 am

    Trump for President (Facebook).

    “General Flynn has just declared that, with James Comey officially indicted, the floodgates are wide open! FBI WHISTLEBLOWERS are streaming in with bombshell revelations about the even more heinous crimes he orchestrated.

    General Flynn: “We got whistleblowers coming out of the woodwork, and we’re funneling it into the right governmental offices to do the right things. And let me tell you, these people are busted. And so for Jim Comey, that’s why I said earlier, Jim, if you get this message, start thinking about what you’re going to give up because you’re going to give up some of your freedom, because you’re going to go to jail. You must go to jail because of what you did. But maybe they’ll cut you a little bit of a deal and they’ll put you in a softer prison for a shorter period of time because you’re able to give up some evidence on some of these other people who are even more deeper than you involved in this. Because Jim, you know exactly who I’m talking about.”

    https://fb.watch/CpOd4-sVlK/

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  6. Charlotte99

    September 29, 2025 5:40 am

    DEMOCRATS ARE THE ONLY GROUP ON THE PLANET THAT CAN GUN DOWN AN INNOCENT MAN,
    CELEBRATE HIS DEATH, MOCK HIS WIFE,
    DESTROY MEMORIALS TO HIM, LIE ABOUT WHO KILLED HIM,
    AND SOMEHOW STILL MAKE THEMSELVES THE VICTIMS

    DEMOCRATS ARE THE SCUM OF THE EARTH

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  10. Just The News: “Oregon sued the Trump administration late Sunday seeking to block President Donald Trump’s order to deploy 200 National Guard troops to the city of Portland to protect federal buildings. Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield joined the City of Portland in filing a preliminary injunction in U.S. District Court, arguing Trump’s order violates the Posse Comitatus Act and the 10th Amendment.

    “Oregon communities are stable, and our local officials have been clear: we have the capacity to manage public safety without federal interference,” Rayfield said.

    The suit came after Trump invoked Title 10, authorizing 200 Guard members to deploy to Portland for 60 days, including protecting federal property amid anti-ICE protests.

    Gov. Tina Kotek also has objected to the deployment. “There is no insurrection or threat to public safety that necessitates military intervention in Portland or any other city in our state.” She emphasized that deploying the National Guard on Oregon streets is “an abuse of power and a disservice to our communities and our service members.”

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  11. I went to WM yesterday to pick up a few things and a 50″ Vizio TV caught my eye on-sale for only $200. Since my big screen TV went out recently, I was getting tired of trying to see the tiny screen of the small one that was in Piper’s room all the way from my DR table and that price was just too tempting. It is in the back seat of my truck and my sis will help me move it into the house next week-end. It will be nice to be able to see the TV again!!!

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  12. Hokkoda

    September 29, 2025 8:25 am

    Some good news from Colorado. I enjoy listening to them whine.

    https://www.summitdaily.com/news/ice-operations-colorado-mountain-towns-cause-community-tension/

    We were up in the mountains enjoying the fall foliage on Saturday and there was a “protest” involving 30-40 people near the I70 interchange in Silverthorne. The usual sanctimonious sign waiving and mariachi band music. A couple horns beeped in sport. But there were dozens of cars and the “protesters” were largely ignored.

    The thing the Government worshippers are starting to panic about is Headcount Day on 10/1. Schools get their state funding based on headcount. If the illegals leave the country and there’s a “35% drop” in enrollment (allegedly), then that can impact their school funding which is based on a 3-year rolling average.

    BTW, if you need another reason to get your kids out of the regular public schools, just know that Headcount Day means disruptive, often violent, students are not booted in the first 1-2 months of the school year. If they boot the kid, the school loses money adding to the problems teachers face in the classroom.

    I do love the complaint about the “human cost” of illegals not showing up for school. Like the American kids in the school don’t suffer from worse education having so many non English speakers in the classroom.

    Just more proof that the Left doesn’t oppose racism. They’re perfectly fine with their own.

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  13. EXCERPT: “The unsolved case of two pipe bombs planted at the major political parties’ headquarters in Washington D.C. before the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot is facing new mystery after FBI Director Kash Patel transmitted to Congress the lab analysis and interviews with a key witness who is challenging the official timeline of events.

    The documents obtained by Just the News show that both bombs — one planted at the Democratic National Committee and the other at the Republican National Committee — were filled with chemical building blocks of black powder, each was equipped with a 60-minute kitchen timer, and each had destructive potential.

    But most notably, the FBI laboratory report never uses the word “viable” to describe either bomb. Both devices never exploded and were discovered about 16 hours after the FBI claimed they were planted outside both major party headquarters. 

    “When properly assembled and initiated, an IED of this sort can cause property damage, bodily injury, or death,” the lab report stated. The report offered no clear explanation why the bombs — which it called “Improvised Explosive Devices” — did not detonate.

    You can read that report here: FBILabAnalysisJ6PipeBombs.pdf

    Timeline of when bombs planted, discovered under review

    The documents turned over by Patel to the House Judiciary Committee and its special Jan. 6 investigative subcommittee also raise questions about that timeline. They include interviews with a key witness who said the RNC device still had 20 minutes remaining on its timer when she discovered it the following day. That witness raised the possibility that at least the RNC pipe bomb was planted just before it was discovered and not the night before as the FBI claimed.

    The mystifying evidence now has congressional investigators exploring stunning new theories, including whether the bombs were made to look real but not to explode to create a diversion during the Jan. 6 protest or whether someone came back and set the timers later on one or both of the devices.

    “The single greatest action that facilitated the protester’s ease of entry into the Capitol on January 6 was the placing of the pipe bombs, and the diversionary effect that had on security resources which would have otherwise been at the Capitol,” said Rep. Barry Loudermilk, R-Ga., the chairman of the House Judiciary subcommittee that is investigating the law enforcement response to Jan. 6.

    “After that day, the FBI was zealous in pursuing those trespassing at the Capitol, but quite lacking in their pursuit of whomever placed the pipe bombs,” he added. “One focus of this Committee will be highlighting the bizarre facts surrounding the pipe bomb case, hoping to bring much needed clarity on this subject to the American people.”

    Lawmakers pilloried the FBI in a January report for the security failures surrounding the pipe bombs and the “chaotic response of federal law enforcement after their discovery,” Just the News previously reported. They also criticized the bureau for failing to provide “substantive updates” to Congress about the status of its investigation into the two bombs. 

    The congressional panel also raised questions about how the FBI determined that both pipe bombs were “viable” explosive devices given that both were equipped with 60-minute kitchen timers, but were allegedly planted approximately 16 hours before they were discovered.

    Patel hampered by previous admin’s shoddy detective work four years ago

    The newly released internal memos are the most comprehensive insight to date into the bureau’s investigation of the pipe bombs. No suspect has been apprehended, despite the offer of a large reward and extensive, timestamped security footage and a detailed description of the suspect’s attire–making the bombs one of the great unsolved mysteries of Jan. 6.

    After four years of frustration with limited cooperation from former Director Chris Wray’s FBI, congressional investigators are pleased by the transparency offered by the new director…..”

    https://justthenews.com/government/security/monfbi-lab-report-contradictory-witness-interview-offer-new-mystery-unsolved-j6

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  14. Just The News: “The FBI called a gunman’s assault on a Mormon church in Michigan on Sunday a “targeted attack” as the death toll rose to four as more victims were found in the charred remains of the chapel. Police said eight were also wounded when 40-year-old Thomas Jacob Sanford rammed his car into Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Mich., then opened gunfire and set fires.

    Sanford, a former Marine who served in Iraq, was killed during a gunfight with officers, Police Chief William Reyne said. Reyne did not specify a motive at a news conference on Sunday evening.

    The FBI took the lead in investigating the shooting and is treating it as “as an act of targeted violence,” said Reuben Coleman, the acting special agent in charge of the bureau’s Detroit  office.

    President Donald Trump monitored the tragedy and condemned the violence in a place of worship. “PRAY for the victims, and their families. THIS EPIDEMIC OF VIOLENCE IN OUR COUNTRY MUST END, IMMEDIATELY!” Trump wrote on his TruthSocial platform. 

    Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer likewise condemned the shooting. “Violence anywhere especially in a place of worship, is unacceptable,” she said.”

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  15. Just The News: “A 53-year-old man confessed in a television interview that he killed his elderly parents and buried them in the backyard of their upstate New York home eight years ago. He was arrested as he exited the studio on Thursday, authorities said.

    The subject, Lorenz Kraus, said he had suffocated both parents in 2017, describing it as a mercy killing. Kraus had contacted the station himself after he sent a two-page statement to multiple media outlets, according to the station’s news director. He was asked if he would do an interview, accepted and arrived at the studio shortly afterward.

    Authorities had discovered that Social Security benefits were still being paid to the elderly couple, Franz and Theresia Kraus, despite their years of absence. The bodies of his parents were recovered from the backyard a few days before the television appearance.

    Kraus was charged with two counts of murder. A public defender entered a plea of not guilty on his behalf and he did not speak at the hearing.” 

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  16. Just The News: “Former New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani and Dominion Voting Systems have reached a settlement in a defamation lawsuit stemming from claims Giuliani made about the 2020 election between President Trump and former President Biden, the parties announced Thursday. The specific terms of the agreement are unknown at this time.

    Dominion had argued in court that Giuliani’s broadcast and online statements had caused severe financial and reputational harm, according to the Associated Press.

    The settlement concludes one of several high-profile defamation suits in the aftermath of the 2020 election. Dominion had already secured judgments or settlements against other entities who promoted unsubstantiated claims of vote fraud. 

    While neither side commented in detail on the negotiations, the resolution suggests both wanted to avoid further litigation.” 

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  19. Just The News: “A Secret Service vehicle caught fire outside the White House on Monday, resulting in street closures ahead of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit.

    The SUV caught fire in its back seat and there did not appear to be any immediate casualties. Just the News White House Correspondent Amanda Head confirmed the events as an eyewitness. The vehicle was situated at the corner of 18th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue.”

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  20. Bubby

    September 29, 2025 10:26 am

    Donald J. Trump

    @realDonaldTrump
    Self proclaimed New York City Communist, Zohran Mamdani, who is running for Mayor, will prove to be one of the best things to ever happen to our great Republican Party. He is going to have problems with Washington like no Mayor in the history of our once great City. Remember, he needs the money from me, as President, in order to fulfill all of his FAKE Communist promises. He won’t be getting any of it, so what’s the point of voting for him? This ideology has failed, always, for thousands of years. It will fail again, and that’s guaranteed! President DJT

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  22. “To Take Down the NGO Industrial Complex, Start with ‘Nonpartisan’ Voter Registration — The ‘charitable’ voter registration industry should be targeted and this is a uniquely opportune moment to hit it.”

    The Federalist, By: Parker Thayer, September 29, 2025

    voter registration

    ENTIRE ARTICLE: “In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, conservatives and moderates alike are crying out for the decimation of hyper-politicized nonprofit organizations and the “NGO complex” that many believe enables and encourages left-wing extremism. The sentiment is correct, but the righteous anger is currently directionless, leading to dubious comments about “hate speech,” vague notions of charges under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, and talk of investigations into Antifa funding, with no real sense of where to strike first. There needs to be a clear target, and it should be one easily hit for maximum effect.

    The “charitable” voter registration industry is that target, and this is a uniquely opportune moment to hit it.

    Despite IRS rules prohibiting charitable groups from engaging in partisan electioneering, it’s an open secret that a small army of voter registration nonprofits operates as an extension of the Democratic Party. In 2020, a Democrat Super PAC called Mind the Gap sent a memo advising megadonors that the largest of these “charitable” groups, the Voter Participation Center (VPC) and the Everybody Votes Campaign (EVC), were “4 to 10 times more cost-effective than the next best alternative” for “netting additional Democratic votes.”

    Everybody Votes Campaign

    The EVC is the largest voter registration campaign in history. It has recorded more than 7 million registrations and $200 million in funding since 2015, when it was first conceived for explicitly partisan reasons, as proved by emails between Democrat consultants and John Podesta.

    EVC’s canvassers have been repeatedly investigated for submitting thousands of fraudulent registration forms in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Arizona. The group is also one of the biggest donors to the New Georgia Project, a Georgia activist group recently fined $300,000 by the Georgia Ethics Commission for engaging in partisan electioneering on behalf of its founder, Stacey Abrams.

    Voter Participation Center

    The VPC also has quite the “nonpartisan” track record, registering 6.6 million voters while causing more partisan scandals than one can count. As far back as 2012, left-leaning journalist Sasha Issenberg wrote: “Even though the group was officially nonpartisan, for tax purposes, there was no secret that the goal of all its efforts was to generate new votes for Democrats.” In 2024 VPC was caught filtering their Facebook and Instagram voter registration ads so that they specifically weren’t shown to users interested in things like “NASCAR,” “golf,” “Jeeps,” and “Duck Dynasty” but were shown to users interested in “African-American Literature,” “Jordan Peele,” “Taylor Swift,” “Patagonia,” and “hot yoga.”

    Left-wing Activism Supply Chain

    Dozens of state-level affiliates exist downstream of these national groups as well, and they do more than just register voters. They also organize protests, advocate for policies, and, most importantly, upload the information from every voter registration to massive databases like NGP VAN that are sold exclusively to Democrat PACs for use in mailing lists, fundraising, and canvassing. If all of these groups were suddenly stopped, it would devastate all levels of the left-wing activism supply chain, and it would be very difficult to build replacements fast enough for the scheme to work again in 2026.

    The good news is there are already numerous elected officials calling for these fake “nonpartisan” voter registration groups to be stopped or investigated. In the last year alone, the attorney general of Maryland sent the VPC a cease-and-desist leter over its invasive mailers, Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-N.Y., asked the IRS to investigate the VPC for filtering its Facebook ads, and 21 representatives in Michigan signed a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi asking her office to investigate the VPC and the EVC.

    Left’s Infighting

    On the other side of the fence, the left’s donors are now expressing doubts about whether their favorite “nonpartisan” voter registration schemes will continue to work after the dramatic swing towards Republicans within several traditionally Democrat-dominated demographics during the 2024 election. For example, in April 2024, panicked Democratic strategists sent a controversial emergency memo warning donors to stop funding “nonpartisan” voter registration groups because young men and Latino voters were no longer reliably Democratic enough. Last month, The New York Times reported that “a fierce fight is underway over how Democrats should address their sagging voter registration numbers and which groups should receive funding to do the work,” and how these questions are “pitting partisans against philanthropists.”

    With pressure already building from above and outside, the Trump administration has the chance to turn it up to eleven and send the entire “charitable” voter registration industry into disarray.

    Possible Charges

    At a minimum, the worst offenders — the VPC, EVC, and others like them — should have their tax-exempt statuses revoked, and donors to those groups should be sent requests for information and face inquiries about their own tax statuses.

    There are stronger options as well. Charges related to tax fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy to defraud the United States could also be on the table for groups and donors that knowingly claimed a tax deduction for donations to non-exempt partisan work. Then, there’s the nuclear option, in which the administration might also consider legislation or executive orders designating voter registration a non-exempt function, thus returning the work of registering voters to political parties, PACs, and 501(c)(4) groups, where it belongs. This might begin to restore the American charitable sector’s once-stellar reputation.

    In short, if the goal is to dismantle the left-wing NGO complex, voter registration groups are the best place to start.”

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    1. who could do something so horrible?

      I am amazed that that woman’s fingernails didn’t poke the baby’s eyes out when she tried to open them. i didn’t watch the entire thing…i started crying too.

      i hope she gets adopted and never knows how she started life.

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  25. “Starbucks announces hundreds of store closures and layoffs”

    Not The Bee, Mister Retrops, Sep 28, 2025

    Image for article: Starbucks announces hundreds of store closures and layoffs

    ENTIRE ARTICLE: “For years, Starbucks has been circling the “go woke, go broke” drain, and they’ve been trying to reverse course: ending their open bathrooms policy, going back to plastic straws, and even reportedly disallowing pride decorations.

    They’ve tried everything short of not burning their beans or lowering the price of their drinks to lure back the other half of the country they spurned and have only managed to upset the folks still going to Starbucks.

    Now according to CNN, Starbucks has announced massive layoffs and store closures.

    Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol announced Thursday that Starbucks will close hundreds of stores this month, or about 1% of its locations.

    That’s roughly 500 stores.

    Niccol explained to employees the company underwent a review of its footprint and the locations that will close were ones ‘unable to create the physical environment our customers and partners expect, or where we don’t see a path to financial performance.’

    Starbucks is also laying off another 900 corporate positions, on top of the 1,000 positions laid off in February. But Niccol has more plans to save the company. He’s raising wages 2% (for everyone not losing their job), and He’s remodeling 1,000 stores to make them cozy coffee shops again.

    I’m not sure how any of that will help anyone afford coffee at Starbucks or believe that they’ve really changed back into a place that just sells coffee again, but we’ll see.”

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  27. What a nice surprise! My bro showed up from Wisconsin – the one brother that I actually like! LOL – it’s great seeing him, first time since 2014!!! And he helped me bring in the TV and set it up! Whoopee!!!

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  28. “The Ukraine War: Is it a Foreign Policy Dead End or a Trap?”

    Michael T. Flynn LTG USA (RET), Sep 29, 2025

    “Either way, recent statements out of your administration are disastrous and will end in many more lives lost (quite possibly American), United States prestige on the world stage further reduced and more of our national treasure eviscerated. President Trump, we want you to be the PEACE PRESIDENT

    Stop allowing your subordinates to speak about eliminating another nation’s leader along with its way of life as though they don’t have a vote. In warfare, all enemies, all sides, have a vote.

    Stop for a second and examine the various forces involved and their national and personal agendas. The NATO & EU need this war to shift their internal problems away from themselves and place it on an enemy who has massive physical capabilities and will use them (don’t underestimate this guidance). There are many more underlying issues in play in Europe and they seek our attention more than we need another war.

    However, we still have the objective ability to look at the issues from all sides of the equation (yes, this war is multi-dimensional). Don’t just see it through our eyes (and trust that Americans want peace and more focus on America First). Examine it through the lenses of Europe, Asia, Africa, India, Russia, China, even Pacific Rim nations. More importantly, examine, in fine detail, the issue from President Putin’s perspective.

    Whatever your decisions are, my principal guidance is to listen to all arguments. Selling weapons to “NATO” may make us feel good but never forget, we are NATO. If NATO gives those weapons to Ukraine, are we not in a PROXY WAR against Russia? Are we not now directly involved? Who provides the guidance systems, the intelligence, the information operations, cyber, space—warfare is multi-domain activity and not a simple bullet or missile flying through the air.

    There remain peaceful solutions to ending this war. We must work harder at seeking these. Those pushing you to war are not offering you all the options. In warfare, the best plan gives you the most options right up until the last possible moment.

    Mr. POTUS, you still have time. Please use it wisely.“

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  29. 🌈 Blue & Green Sunset Flashes Over Gran Canaria
    “Photographer caught a rare blue sunset flash.

    One night later, same experiment, different results:

    Sky magic depends on air clarity. Green or blue, it’s a great way to end the day…”

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  30. “Schleswig-Holstein recognizes Islamic holidays and plans Islamic religious education in schools. “The treaty makes it clear: Islam is part of our social life. It has taken deep root here and continues to flourish”

    ReMix, Thomas Brooke, September 29. 2025

    ENTIRE ARTICLE: “For the first time in Germany, a federal state has formally recognized Islamic holidays, granting Muslims the legal right to official leave from school and work.

    Schleswig-Holstein, in northern Germany, has signed a groundbreaking agreement with the Northern German Association of Islamic Cultural Centers (VIKZ), which not only enshrines the right to take time off on the first day of Ramadan and Eid al-Adha, but also lays the foundation for broader recognition of Islam in public life.

    The treaty was signed by the Ministry of Education and Culture and regulates several key points: Muslims must be granted leave on the two major holidays; VIKZ is given explicit rights to run educational and cultural institutions and to train imams; and, in the long term, there are plans to introduce Islamic religious education as a standard subject in schools, on equal footing with Protestant, Catholic, or Jewish religious studies.

    Education Minister Dorit Stenke (CDU) described the step as “an important sign of recognition and equal treatment of religious communities.” She stressed that the treaty was not simply symbolic, but an affirmation that “people of the Muslim faith are part of our society.” For the government in Kiel, the agreement also provides a legal basis for practices that have, in part, existed informally, while giving Muslim communities greater planning security.

    Initial confusion about whether or not the agreement was leading to new public holidays exclusively for Muslims was addressed by NDR in an additional comment under its Facebook story.

    “It’s not the case that people of the Muslim faith receive additional days off. Children can request an exemption from school for religious holidays, and adults can apply for leave. However, there is no automatic entitlement,” it wrote.

    The move, however, does signify further Islamic encroachment into Western society, with Muslim children effectively being entitled to extra days off from school, and businesses needing to manage workflow on what are typically business days in Germany and the West.

    VIKZ, one of the largest Islamic umbrella organizations in Germany, hailed the treaty as a breakthrough. Its vice president, Muhlis Şahin, said, “The treaty makes it clear: Islam is part of our social life. It has taken deep root here and continues to flourish.” He emphasized that the recognition of Islamic holidays and institutions is about more than rituals: It is about participation, integration, and respect.

    The agreement goes beyond holidays. It highlights youth work, early childhood education, and social integration as priorities. According to the official statement, this includes language support and educational opportunities aimed at strengthening equal chances for Muslim children and young people. Both the state government and VIKZ noted that the agreement is designed to promote constructive coexistence.

    So far, Germany’s approach to Islamic holidays has been uneven. Hamburg and some other states have allowed Muslim pupils to take excused absences for major holidays, but Schleswig-Holstein is the first to grant formal recognition under the Sunday and Public Holiday Act, which also applies to Christian and Jewish observances.”

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  31. Observer SC

    September 29, 2025 2:36 pm

    DOJ using FACE act that Biden used against pro-life orgs…

    FTA:

    https://dailycallernewsfoundation.org/2025/09/29/doj-prosecutes-pro-palestine-groups-under-law-biden-admin-used-to-target-pro-life-activists/

    “The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced a Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act lawsuit on Monday against pro-Palestine protestors who allegedly targeted a synagogue in New Jersey during a Nov. 2024 demonstration that turned violent.

    Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon believes this is the first time the FACE Act, which the Biden administration used to target pro-life activists, has been used to civilly prosecute an attack on a house of worship.

    “In recent years, there have been numerous attacks on synagogues throughout the United States,” Dhillon said during a press conference. “Yet there has been a lack of the use of the FACE Act to stop these heinous attacks.”

    “The past administration only applied the FACE Act civil enforcement penalties to silence pro-life protestors while ignoring the same 1994 law was intended to protect pro-life crisis pregnancy centers and, importantly, houses of worship,” she said.”

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  32. I got done with the Thanksgiving crafts I wanted to make, so i thought I’ll just put the fabric, patterns and threads back and get out the stuff for the next holiday. 2 hours later…LOL…i reorganized the bins and separated the fabric by season…LOL

    I haven’t changed a bit since i was a kid. I would take everything out of my closet at some point, when i couldn’t stuff one more thing in there, and intend to organize it. an hour or two into it, I would fall asleep and Mom would come looking for me. there I’d be…in the middle of the pile asleep.

    i didn’t fall asleep this time though. hubby was making too much noise back there! lol

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      1. I was getting increasingly frustrated because when i needed something it wasn’t in the bin where it should be–I had piles of stuff to put back that never made it…so i wasted time looking. i hate being so inefficient!

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  34. Mike Robinson

    September 29, 2025 4:17 pm

    So, now I am made to wonder: “Is there any notion of fraud prevention in any(!) Federal program?” Consider this article:

    https://townhall.com/tipsheet/scott-mcclallen/2025/09/28/detroit-man-allegedly-led-16m-student-aid-fraud-scheme-with-1200-fake-students-n2664087

    Federal agents say that a couple of people fabricated “1,200 students” to steal more than $16 million in Federal Student Aid.

    My problem with this article is that they say that the scheme began in January 2015, and was not busted until February 2024. I’m sorry, but, “that’s nine years!” During which, according to my calculations, you disbursed about $2 million a year. About $1,666 per “student.” Per year.

    Are you seriously telling me that no one is questioning “the paperwork” that is being put before them?

    So – “you have now caught two people.” How many more remain un-detected because no one is actually “a suspicious cat?”

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  36. “Rare historical USAF photo of one of the two XB-70 Valkyrie supersonic strategic nuclear bombers taken during take-off with all six engines on full afterburner.”

    Not exactly sure what it is…..

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  41. Just The News: “A White House meeting between Congressional leaders, President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance on Monday failed to produce a deal that will avert a government shutdown. The 2025 fiscal year is set to end on Tuesday, meaning a shutdown would take place as soon as Wednesday morning.

    The House has already passed a bill to keep the government funded through late November, but the Senate failed to pass the measure along party lines. The White House has warned of mass layoffs if the shutdown takes effect.

    Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer told reporters that there was still too much of a gap between Democratic and Republican priorities to reach a deal. “Their bill has not one iota of Democratic input,” Schumer said. “That is never how we’ve done this before.”

    Vance blamed Democrats for the failure to reach a deal, stating that Democrats refuse to “do the right thing.” 

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  42. Just The News: “YouTube on Monday agreed to pay a $24.5 million settlement to President Donald Trump that ends a 2021 lawsuit over company’s decision to suspend Trump’s account after the January 6 riot.

    The company suspended Trump’s account after the 2021 riot but restored it in 2023, citing Trump’s presidential bid in order to give voters full access to his campaign. Meta also announced in 2023 that it was restoring Trump’s accounts on Facebook and Instagram. 

    YouTube is now the final Big Tech company to settle the trio of lawsuits Trump filed against social-media platforms over account suspensions. Meta settled its lawsuit in January and agreed to pay Trump $25 million. X agreed to settle the other in February for $10 million, according to the Wall Street Journal.“

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