Is it finally, after over six decades, on the verge of freedom?
I guess that the question is what the basis of its economy will be. It could certainly do pineapples, coffee, and (if we were to end our own domestic restrictions) sugar, rum and cigars. But it could also become another tropical tourism mecca, with all its beaches. But they’d have to figure out how to avoid the tyranny of another Batista.
Interesting blog post from Chris Stelter over at Goff’s site.
If methalox in LEO is less than $5/lbm, that means it can be less than $10 in EML-1, which makes lunar trips very cheap.
Yes, Donald, stop talking about a deal with Iran. Just defeat them.
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Win or lose, the old Iranian regime’s fate is sealed.
And yes, it should be viewed as an opportunity for UN reform.
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The shadow cabinet of Soros (which lies at the root of a lot of this mess). DataRepublican follows the money.
— Jeff Callahan (@thejeffcallahan) May 11, 2026
It would be almost literally a breath of fresh air if he wins.
…on Great Britain. Note, though, that this was written before Labour was wiped out in the election. Perhaps there’s hope yet.
It was an historic rocket, but its successor will be much more so.
It’s official now that it was always a scam.
Spencer Pratt is an actor. He does not have the education, experience, or know how to truly destroy a city like Karen Bass. https://t.co/xBhwLZ10eb
— Jarvis (@jarvis_best) May 5, 2026
Here’s hoping it’s true:
Banger 😂 pic.twitter.com/9EBbXguUdO
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) May 3, 2026