Donald Trump seems to be backing away from his earlier commitment to debate Vice President Kamala Harris, questioning the value of a meetup and saying he “probably” will debate but he “can also make a case for not doing it” — prompting her campaign to say he’s “scared.” Trump, in an interview with Fox News Channel that aired Monday night, was pressed several times about committing to debating Harris before giving a squishier answer than he had in recent days. The Republican former...

Dr. Jason Singh, who has all kinds of medical insights on TikTok, recently weighed in on the topic he joked was “more debatable than pineapple on pizza.” That debate would be whether it’s better to shower in the morning, or at night. You would think the “right answer” would be largely up to personal preference, much like which way to face while showering and whether or not to snack in the shower…two previous hot button issues online. But according to Singh, there are definitive pros and cons to each option, which could settle the debate once and for all. Singh says in the clip that overnight, “your body can accumulate germs such as bacteria and fungus” through “processes like sweating and shedding skin cells,” all of which help create odor. When you shower off this residue in the AM, it brings your “skin microbiome back to a more hygienic baseline.” Makes a pretty compelling case for morning showers, doesn’t it? Just wait.Singh went on to say that nighttime showering has “ ‘three things going for it.” One, it helps release melatonin to help induce sleep. Plus, when your body adjusts from a warmer temperature to a cooler temperature, that also helps your body prepare for a good night’s rest. The second benefit is that it washes away “the entire day’s grime.” Which, let’s be honest, can be very therapeutic sometimes. And lastly, showering at night is the ‘better way to help hydrate your skin,” making it a better option for those with sensitive or dry skin. Singh’s bottom line: “Overall night-time showers have more benefits to it but morning showers have really one benefit and that’s better hygiene.” @drjaysonisfresh More debatable than pineapple on pizza ♬ original sound - Dr. Jason Singh Singh encouraged viewers to weigh in with their own opinions, and they didn’t hold back. “You will never convince me to go to bed dirty,’ person wrote. Another argued “The worst part about night time showers is long, wet hair. I hate going to bed with wet hair!”There ended up being some pretty funny responses as well. One person joked that they opted for morning showers since it helps them “Get my head together. Generate a to-do list. Fight with pretend people.”Another person noted that timing preferences can be dictated by their schedule, commenting, “might showers during the work week and morning showers on the weekends.” Many argued that two showers a day was the actual best option. That way you don’t go to bed dirty, and you're fresh for the morning. Obviously, showering at any time consistently is perfectly find, but Dr. Singh offered some valuable food for thought. Of course, you could always follow in this viewer’s footsteps, whole wrote: “I prefer to roll around in dust like a chinchilla.”This article originally appeared on 3.5.24

Odds are you’ve heard Wally de Backer, aka Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used to Know.” It’s the Australian musician’s biggest commercial hit, selling more than 20 million copies since its release in 2011, making it one of the best-selling digital singles of all time. Not to mention it inspired several amazing covers, which you might have also stumbled upon.The music video, in its poignant simplicity, is every bit as iconic.Gotye stands naked facing the camera, as featured singer Kimbra faces him. As they sing, they are slowly “painted” into and out of the background of geometric shapes using stop motion animation. There’s a very Wes Anderson feel to it that adds so much to the story told in the song, making it all the more memorable. All this to say…it would be a challenge to recreate the magic that’s so inherent in the original. And yet, one dance company has clearly understood the assignment.All this to say…it would be a challenge to recreate the magic that’s so inherent in the original. And yet, one dance company has clearly understood the assignment. Netherland based dance troupe CDK recently went viral for their highly stylized movement performance to the well known art pop ballad. As thousands of viewers were quick to note, it’s not just the incredible dance moves that make this performance so captivating. It’s a killer combination of choreography, camerawork and costumes that make the piece impossible to turn away from. “This is pure art,” one person wrote. While another added, “I think I’m going to watch it everyday for the rest of my life.” Take a look for yourself:CDK - Somebody That I Used To Know by GotyeThis group is clearly at the top of their game, by how easy they make it all look (like, I've already convinced myself that I can pull off those moves). But what’s more evident is that they enjoy what they’re doing to the nth degree.To find even more of CDK's performances, follow them on Instagram. Fun fact #1: Gotye allows small independent projects, like student films—and probably this dance piece—to use his music free of charge. "If someone wants to use it commercially I look at what the budget is and the creativity of the project," he said, according to News.com.Fun fact #2: CDK isn't the only group to have recently breathed new life into the song. A few weeks ago, an electronic remix of the song titled "Somebody (2024)," created by electronic music producers Chris Lake, Fisher, and Sante Sansone, debuted. Much like it's predecessor, "Somebody (2024) is topping the charts. This article originally appeared on 3.6.24

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Election results suggest that when President Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela vowed to win the 2024 Venezuelan presidential election by “hook or by crook,” “crook” was the route he took. Nevertheless, opposition leaders and candidate Edmundo Gonzalaz haven’t given up their fight for a free Venezuela. A Presidential Tradition Maduro was the appointed “heir” of Hugo Chavez, of Venezuela’s United Socialist Party and whose leadership saw the oil-rich nation suffer the worst peace-time economic crash in recent history. (RELATED: Venezuelan Elections Held Hostage) Chavez and his loyal Chavitas turned Venezuela into a nation known for violence and drug trafficking. Maduro has continued to follow the Chavismo ideology founded by his predecessor. 25 years of Chavismo rule has driven discontentment so high that 20 percent of the population has left the country. A recent poll indicated that an additional 10 percent would leave if Maduro were re-elected. The Opposition This election marks the first time Venezuelan opposition parties managed to unite against Maduro instead of fighting one another. The candidate for the opposition, Edmundo Gonzalez of the Democratic Unity Roundtable, a coalition for the many opposition parties, was a “third string” pick. Opposition leader María Corina Machado of the classical liberal Vente Venezuela Party won 90 percent of the vote from the opposition primary but was banned from running for office for 15 years by the Venezuelan Supreme Court. She named Corina Yoris as her substitute, but she was also prevented from running due to a “computer glitch” on the registration page. Gonzalez, a retired diplomat, was finally settled upon and is backed by Machado who has also campaigned on his behalf. Election Results vs. Polls When 80 percent of the votes had been counted, Venezuela’s National Electoral Council, which is in charge of the election process, announced that Maduro had won a third term. The opposition immediately decried the results and stated that Gonzalez had won with 70 percent of the vote and Maduro had only earned 30 percent. (READ MORE: Even the Religious Will Fight) Both parties are claiming victory. A minuscule fraction, just 69,211 people of the millions of Venezuelans living abroad, were allowed to vote in the election. Within the country, there were issues at poll stations. Maduro’s face was emblazoned inside many polling centers and on nearly every street. Some polling centers did not open at all. Others only let in small amounts of people at a time sparking accusations of deliberate delays. Many international observers of the election were also uninvited, further raising concerns of fraud. An exit poll conducted by U.S. firm Edison Research indicated that Gonzalez led 65 percent to Maduro’s 31 percent. A poll by Meganalisis, a local Venezuelan firm, also indicated that 61 percent of Venezuelans would vote for Gonzalez and just 9.8 for Maduro. Officials have not yet released the results of the election so that they can be verified. After winning, Maduro also accused an unspecified foreign enemy of meddling in the election. Later, Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek William Saab claimed it was North Macedonia who was behind the attack that was intended to manipulate votes.  The Aftermath Maduro, at a rally earlier this month, claimed that “The destiny of Venezuela depends on our victory.” If that didn’t happen, he made sure to instill fear of a “bloodbath” and “fratricidal civil war triggered by the fascists.” Both sides are also vying for the support of the military. Some soldiers are already beginning to express their discontent particularly after a post on X by opposition leader María Corina Machado called on the military to “put themselves on the right side of history.” Despite the controversy, choreographed celebrations occurred across the capital, Caracas, to celebrate Maduro’s “win.” Fireworks were shot off and carefully curated television broadcasts showed jubilant crowds while dismissing the weeping opposition supporters mourning their chance at freedom. (READ MORE: Where Was JD Vance?) The opposition maintains that they were the victors in the elections and have urged people to stay calm while they defended the election. Maduro has ordered the Attorney General to begin criminal prosecution of the opposition and appears to be using the North Macedonian “attack” to jail his opponents and delay releasing election results.  Let the People Speak International responses have been mixed. Russia, Cuba, China, Iran, Honduras, and Nicaragua congratulated Maduro on his “victory.” Others, including the United States, EU, and Argentina have expressed doubt about the validity of the elections. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated “[w]e have serious concerns that the result announced does not reflect the will or the votes of the Venezuelan people.” Many called for a “verifiable” vote count and have refused to recognize Maduro as the winner until the results are confirmed. “Our fight will continue,” González said on Monday during a news conference. “We won’t stop until the will of the people is respected. The post ‘By Hook or By Crook:’ The Venezuelan Election appeared first on The American Spectator | USA News and Politics.

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