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Steve Clemons screams at a climate activist

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Media Meltdowns

Semafor Shithead Screams At Climate Activists

Paul Moller's very first prototype, the M200X, is a sort of vertical-takeoff flying saucer.

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Journalismism

It’s Time To Show Ship

The 'Oath of the Tennis Court' painted by Auguste Clouder. The painting commemorates the meeting of the Third Estate in France in which all bar one of the 600 deputies swore an oath not to separate until a constitution had been established, June 20, 1989.

Tennis Court Oath

Staff Chat

Come Hurl Your Questions At The Defector Staff

AUSTIN, TX - APRIL 8: Rose Lavelle #16 of the United States dribbles past Megan Connolly #6 of the Republic of Ireland during a game between Ireland and the United States at Q2 Stadium on April 8, 2023 in Austin, Texas.

Ireland v United States

Soccer

What Is This USWNT Player’s Deal: Rose Lavelle

TORONTO, ON - MAY 30: Anthony Bass #52 of the Toronto Blue Jays makes a statement to the media before playing the Milwaukee Brewers in their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on May 30, 2023 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Milwaukee Brewers v Toronto Blue Jays

Even Anthony Bass’s Own Fans Know He’s A Jerkoff

New York Liberty v Seattle Storm

WNBA

Breanna Stewart Went Home And Conquered

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Defector At The Movies

It’s Good When Action Movies Remember To Be A Little Silly

ARLINGTON, TX - MAY 17: Spencer Strider #99 of the Atlanta Braves pitches against the Texas Rangers during the first inning at Globe Life Field on May 17, 2023 in Arlington, Texas.

Atlanta Braves v Texas Rangers

Spencer Strider Is Closing Games As Soon As They Start

DENVER, COLORADO - MAY 22: Fans watch the big screens at Ball Arena show the Denver Nuggets playing in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals on May 22, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. Denver Nuggets are playing Los Angeles Lakers in Los Angeles. If the Nuggets win they will clinch a spot in the NBA Finals for the first time in franchise history.

Denver Nuggets watch Western Conference Finals at Ball Arena

Defector Up All Night

Take It Easy In The Memorial Day Weekend Open Thread

DENVER, COLORADO - MAY 09: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets looks for a call while being guarded by Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns in the third quarter during Game Five of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals at Ball Arena on May 09, 2023 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Phoenix Suns v Denver Nuggets – Game Five

Can You Guess The Lone MVP Voter Who Left Nikola Jokic Off His Ballot?

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The Nuggets Need Jamal Murray Pulling Face

BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA - MARCH 16: Head coach Bob Huggins of the West Virginia Mountaineers reacts during the second half against the Maryland Terrapins in the first round of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Legacy Arena at the BJCC on March 16, 2023 in Birmingham, Alabama. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)

West Virginia v Maryland

College Basketball

Bob Huggins, Live On The Radio And With All His Faculties, Uses Homophobic Slur

PHOENIX, AZ - MAY 7: Nikola Jokic (15) of the Denver Nuggets slightly stares at Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia before would Ishbia theatrically fall back into his seat after Suns player Josh Okogie (2) flew into the stands during the second quarter at Footprint Center in Phoenix on Sunday, May 7, 2023.

DENVER NUGGETS VS PHOENIX SUNS, NBA PLAYOFFS

Let’s All Agree That Nikola Jokic Shoving Mat Ishbia Was Good Fun

Minnesota Twins v Chicago White Sox

Hanser Alberto Demonstrates A Painful Way To Lose

LEICESTER, ENGLAND - MAY 01: Everton captain Seamus Coleman encourages the Everton supporters as he is carried from the field on a stretcher during the Premier League match between Leicester City and Everton FC at The King Power Stadium on May 1, 2023 in Leicester, United Kingdom.

Leicester City v Everton FC – Premier League

Seamus Coleman Never Stopped

TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA - NOVEMBER 26: Bryce Young #9 of the Alabama Crimson Tide and Robby Ashford #9 of the Auburn Tigers pose for a picture after the Crimson Tide's 49-27 win at Bryant-Denny Stadium on November 26, 2022 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Auburn v Alabama

Very Short Debates

Can Bryce Young Grow?

DENVER, CO - APRIL 25: Anthony Edwards (1) of the Minnesota Timberwolves stands during a break in action in the third quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena in Denver on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.

DENVER NUGGETS VS MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES, NBA PLAYOFFS

Anthony Edwards Needs Some New Pals

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - APRIL 23: Harry Kane of Tottenham Hotspur reacts during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur at St. James Park on April 23, 2023 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

Newcastle United v Tottenham Hotspur – Premier League

Tottenham Gave Up

BROOKLYN, NY - APRIL 20: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers is helped up during Round One Game Three of the 2023 NBA Playoffs against the Brooklyn Nets on April 20, 2023 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE

2023 NBA Playoffs – Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets

The Sixers And Joel Embiid Are Back Where They Always End Up

NEW YORK, UNITED STATES - APRIL 21: Fans of the New York Knicks are seen during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden, New York City, United States. Filmmaker Shelton Jackson "Spike" Lee watches the game with a Knicks jersey at Madison Square Garden.

NBA Playoffs: Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks

Let’s Have An NBA And NHL Playoffs Open Thread

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 20: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts toward referee Nick Buchert #3 against the Brooklyn Nets during the second half of Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Barclays Center on April 20, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The 76ers won 102-97. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Philadelphia 76ers v Brooklyn Nets – Game Three

It’s About Contact With The Balls

MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 14: Madison Bumgarner #40 of the Arizona Diamondbacks throws a pitch during the first inning against the Miami Marlins at loanDepot park on April 14, 2023 in Miami, Florida.

Arizona Diamondbacks v Miami Marlins

Madison Bumgarner Is Going Loudly, But Not Proudly

PHOENIX, AZ - APRIL 16: Russell Westbrook #0 of the LA Clippers blocks the shot by Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns, winning Round One Game One of the 2023 NBA Playoffs on April 16, 2023 at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE

2023 NBA Playoffs – Los Angeles Clippers v Phoenix Suns

Russell Westbrook Is Always Himself

Illustration: ChatGPT, Suqian City, Jiangsu Province, China, 12 April 2023. ChatGPT stocks fell as a group, with Microsoft down more than 5 percent, Amazon down more than 2 percent, Nvidia (NVDA.US) and Baidu down more than 1 percent. Amid concerns over AI security, companies such as OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Apple, and Nvidia gathered to discuss standards for the development and use of AI technology.

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Insider Boss To Employees: Please Make Good Use Of This Lying Plagiarism Machine

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 18: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards rests during a break in the game against the Sacramento Kings at Capital One Arena on March 18, 2023 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

Sacramento Kings v Washington Wizards

Bradley Beal Would Like Gambling-Related Insults Kept To A Minimum