Via The Washington Times - Friday, April 10, 2020 Licensed gun stores can do drive-through sales of firearms or sell them out of their parking lots, the Trump administration said Friday in new guidance designed to facilitate purchases without forcing buyers to have to enter confined establishments during the coronavirus crisis. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and … [Read more...] about Drive Through Gun Sales
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Kroger’s Outdoor Living Ad Makes Me Sad
If only we could entertain and the weather was slightly nicer. … [Read more...] about Kroger’s Outdoor Living Ad Makes Me Sad
COVID-19, Grocery Shopping and Take Out Food
Thanks to Dr. Jeffrey VanWingen in Michigan, now I don't want to go to the grocery store at all during the Pandemic. https://youtu.be/sjDuwc9KBps On the other hand, according to the CDC, "There is currently no evidence to support the transmission of COVID-19 associated with food." https://www.cdc.gov/foodsafety/index.html Yeah, I'm no expert, but I think we can … [Read more...] about COVID-19, Grocery Shopping and Take Out Food
China Closes Its Borders to Foreign Nationals March 28th
Interesting... China is temporarily closing its borders to all foreigners in an attempt to prevent the resurgence of coronavirus, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced Thursday. “The suspension is a temporary measure that China is compelled to take in light of the outbreak situation and the practices of other countries,” a statement announcing the decision read. “China … [Read more...] about China Closes Its Borders to Foreign Nationals March 28th
COVID-19 Argument Leads to Fatal Shooting
ANN ARBOR, MI - A Thursday night argument between roommates over restrictions caused by coronavirus concerns escalated into a fatal shooting, police said. The suspect said he shot the victim after arguing with him about restrictions in place due to COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, police said. The victim lunged at the shooter with a crowbar, police said. … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Argument Leads to Fatal Shooting
S&P 500 Opens Down 8%, Dow Down 9.7%, Trading Halted 15 Minutes, Third Time Since Last Week
Tell me if you've heard this one before. S&P 500 stocks opened 8.14% down and triggered a “circuit breaker” for a 15-minute halt to trading. The difference this time? It happened right out of the gates. The Dow opened down 9.71%. For reference, the S&P 500 triggers at 7%, 13% then 20%. … [Read more...] about S&P 500 Opens Down 8%, Dow Down 9.7%, Trading Halted 15 Minutes, Third Time Since Last Week
Stock Market Opens Down 7%, Trading Halted 15 Minutes, AGAIN
For the second time this week, a few minutes into trading stocks hit 7% down and triggered a “circuit breaker” for a 15-minute halt to trading. For reference, the S&P 500 triggers at 7%, 13% then 20%. … [Read more...] about Stock Market Opens Down 7%, Trading Halted 15 Minutes, AGAIN
Stock Market Opens Down 7%, Trading Halted 15 Minutes
A few minutes into trading stocks hit 7% down and triggered a "circuit breaker" for a 15-minute halt to trading. For reference, the S&P 500 triggers at 7%, 13% then 20%. This isn't the kind of history that we want to witness. Hold on to your seats, but trade responsibly! … [Read more...] about Stock Market Opens Down 7%, Trading Halted 15 Minutes
WHO Statement as Coronavirus Passes 100,000 Cases
March 7, 2020 As of today’s reports, the global number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 has surpassed 100 000. As we mark this sombre moment, the World Health Organization (WHO) reminds all countries and communities that the spread of this virus can be significantly slowed or even reversed through the implementation of robust containment and control activities. China and … [Read more...] about WHO Statement as Coronavirus Passes 100,000 Cases