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First up, over at The Washington Post: The death of the stick shift is almost here. “Driving a manual vehicle is a lost art. Hopes of a revival have fallen flat. With the rise of EVs and autonomous vehicles, only a few die-hards are holding on.”
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House passes Trump’s plan to make daylight saving time permanent. JWR’s Comment: Probably not so sure and speedy in the Senate
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Tom Christianson spotted this: What’s the oldest weapon in the world?
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Simon in England sent this: A Cold War bunker gets a luxury makeover as ‘doomsday’ condos.
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Meanwhile, in England: Burnham names his cabinet – with Healey as chancellor and Rayner returning. JWR’s Comment: Seven P.M.s, in 10 years! That’s more often than some people change toothbrushes.
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Reader D.S.V. suggested this: Is Picking Up and Saving a Bird Feather Illegal?
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Video: Three Essential Upgrades to Any Hidden Gun Cabinet.
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