As the threat of Hurricane Milton loomed, many Floridians got to work prepping their homes for the worst. Hurricanes often bring with them heavy wind and rain that can cause significant damage to people’s homes. People in areas where hurricanes are common typically have windows designed to withstand dangerous weather conditions, but they still worry about flooding. Sometimes, you can do nothing but hope and pray you are safe. Or, you can be innovative and hope it works. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nicolette Lollino (@nicolettelollino) One Naples Family Came Up With a Genius Idea To Keep Their Home Safe From Hurricane Milton Nicolette Lollino posted a video on Instagram of her father prepping his home for Hurricane Milton. Her dad surrounded the house with sandbags to help absorb water. After laying the bags, he filled the spots with spray foam. The text on the video says, “My dad said no way is a hurricane ruining this house again.” This person defended the idea, “Even though people are claiming it’s futile if anyone that gets the idea to do this for their home, they should stack the sandbags in a half circle pattern arched away from the doors and windows. The flat wall is not as strong as an arch. Sand bags alone can be very effective if stacked correctly. Just trying to help instead of bashing people trying to survive.” It seems they were correct. Nicolette posted an update to her dad’s projection, and the house was totally dry. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nicolette Lollino (@nicolettelollino) Someone joked, “Insurance company better send you a rate reduction after this one.” This person agreed, “I love it! These hurricanes are making us smarter! We aren’t in a flood zone but sideways rains goes into windows seals and causes leaks. We used spray foam, visqueen, and plywood.” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Man Determined To Keep Hurricane Milton From Ruining His Home Creates Elaborate Barrier & It Works! appeared first on InspireMore.

How confident are you that everything Jesus has said will take place?

What can you do when someone you love dies? I once asked John that same question, and his answer was simple. You thank God that they have been in your life, and you trust them to Him.

I can definitely get down with this party

Rep. Colin Allred, D-Texas, brought up his faith in an attempt to deny his own voting record on men who identify as transgender competing in women’s sports during a candidates’ debate Tuesday night with incumbent Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas. Debate moderator Gromer Jeffers Jr., a political reporter with The Dallas Morning News, asked Allred about Cruz’s political ads claiming that Allred refuses “to protect the integrity of women’s and girls’ sports.” “Let’s be very clear about what’s happening in this campaign,” Allred responded. “You don’t have to be an NFL linebacker to recognize a ‘Hail Mary’ when you see one.” The Democrat, a former NFL linebacker for the Tennessee Titans, claimed that Cruz’s attack ads represent “a desperate, last-second attempt by Senator Cruz to distract you because he can’t defend his own record.” “Listen, I’m a dad, I’m a Christian, of course I don’t support these ridiculous things that he’s talking about,” Allred added. “What he wants you thinking about is kids in bathrooms so you’re not thinking about women in hospitals.” He then pivoted to the issue of abortion. Cruz, however, brought up Allred’s own voting record from his three terms in the House. “Four times, he has come out for men playing in women’s sports,” the two-term senator said. He directed the audience to a website his campaign created called AllredFacts.com. Cruz noted that Allred voted against HR 5, the Parents Bill of Rights Act, which would have protected parents’ “right to know if their child’s school operates, sponsors, or facilitates athletic programs or activities that permit an individual whose biological sex is male to participate in an athletic program or activity that is designated for individuals whose biological sex is female.” While the bill passed the Republican-majority House in March 2023, it did not progress in the Democratic-majority Senate. Cruz also cited Allred’s vote against HR 734, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act. That women’s sports bill also succeeded in the House and failed to progress in the Senate. The senator also noted that Allred co-sponsored H.Res. 269, a resolution calling for a “Transgender Bill of Rights.” That resolution called on Congress to amend federal education laws “to ensure that they protect students from discrimination based on sex, including gender identity and sex characteristics, and guarantee students’ right to participate in sports on teams and in programs that best align with their gender identity.” In closing, Cruz brought up a letter that Allred signed last month, calling on Congress to approve of drag queen performances and experimental transgender medical interventions in the military. “Just two weeks ago, Congressman Allred joined 100 radical Democrats in demanding that our military allow drag shows on military bases, pay for soldiers to have sex changes using taxpayer money, and pay for children to be sterilized and have sex changes on military bases,” the senator added. Cruz leads Allred by four points in the RealClearPolitics polling average for the U.S. Senate race in Texas. In 2018, the senator defeated then-Rep. Beto O’Rourke, D-Texas, by a narrow 2.6 percentage points. While Texas heavily favors Republicans, Democrats have targeted the state due to its large Hispanic population. A 2023 University of Houston survey found that 68% of Texans support a ban on men competing in women’s sports, while only 16% oppose such a ban. ?Colin Allred responds to attacks on his record supporting males competing in women's sports: "I'm a Christian, of course I don't support these ridiculous things."FACT CHECK: Pants on fire??Ted Cruz brings the receipts: Allred voted against a bill to prevent males from… pic.twitter.com/nwKOtUcfPa— Tyler O'Neil (@Tyler2ONeil) October 16, 2024 The post ‘I’M A CHRISTIAN’: Democrat Appeals to His Faith in Denying His Record of Voting for Men in Women’s Sports appeared first on The Daily Signal.

Politico: Federal Employees Are Sweating a Trump Comeback

Radio host Charlamagne tha God had a tough time trying to elicit an authentic response from Vice President Kamala Harris during a Tuesday virtual town hall on "The Breakfast Club."

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Following President* Biden’s plan, Vice President* Kamala Harris has assured the public that any U.S. citizens who perish in the upcoming World War III will be fully exempt from repaying their student loans. Speaking from the White House Rose Garden, Harris addressed the mounting fears of global conflict while simultaneously tackling the ever-growing issue of student debt. “We understand the concerns many Americans have about their financial future,” Harris said with her trademark cackle. “And we want to let everyone know that if you happen to lose your life in a nuclear war or while defending freedom on foreign soil, you will no longer be burdened by the crushing weight of your student loans. It’s the least we can do.” The announcement was met with mixed reactions, with some Americans applauding the administration’s “innovative” approach to debt relief, while others noted it might not be the solution they were hoping for. “Finally, a plan that addresses both our student debt and our existential dread about dying in an apocalyptic war,” said Chloe Thompson, a recent college graduate with $100,000 in loans. “I mean, sure, I’d prefer to stay alive and maybe get a job that pays enough to cover my rent and groceries, but I guess this is… something?” When asked if the administration had any plans for survivors of WWIII who might still be struggling with loan repayments, Harris reassured them with her signature smile. “Look, anyone who survives the nuclear fallout can just sign up for one of our great repayment plans. We have plenty of options!” The new proposal also includes provisions for those who might suffer minor injuries or radiation exposure but make it through. “In case you don’t die but are severely maimed, we’ll consider extending deferment options,” Harris added. “We want to be flexible.” The Department of Education, meanwhile, is reportedly drafting a new application form titled “Death Discharge for Global Conflict Casualties” that borrowers can fill out posthumously. “If you don’t make it back from the front lines, we’ll be sure to waive all late fees,” said an Education Department spokesperson. Not to be outdone, President Biden issued a brief statement backing the initiative, saying, “Look, folks, it’s a win-win. If you don’t die, you still get to live in America—where we’re building back better. And if you do die… well, no more debt! That’s a promise.” As tensions continue to rise globally, some Americans are now left with a bittersweet sense of relief, knowing that their death in WWIII will at least come with the perk of being student-loan-free. For now, that’s as close to a silver lining as anyone’s getting. The post Harris Promises That Any Americans Who Die In WWIII Won’t Have To Repay Their Student Loans appeared first on Genesius Times.

As energy-hungry computer data centers and artificial intelligence programs place ever greater demands on the U.S. power grid, tech companies are looking to a technology that just a few years ago appeared…