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Nole Man
| Favorite team: | Florida State  |
| Location: | Somewhere In Tennessee! |
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| Number of Posts: | 8864 |
| Registered on: | 5/15/2011 |
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re: Megyn Kelly and MTG had a nice little interview.
Posted by Nole Man on 3/3/26 at 6:19 pm to BoomerandSooner
What to make of MTG. Trying to parse through what's real. What's political theatre and performative outrage. Built her national profile as a hard-core MAGA loyalist, defending Trump on nearly every issue and positioning herself as one of his most aggressive allies in Congress. The biggest MAGA cheerleader is now one of the loudest voices saying the movement betrayed its own promises.
To what end?
To what end?
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Best way to get from airport to hotel in Athens? Doing the Empires of the Mediterranean. Athesense Suites. Plaka area.
Thanks!
Thanks!
quote:
*shrugs*
Same amount, same funds, every week, rain or shine. I'll start paying more attention to it in a couple of decades.
Same. I've DCA in several funds weekly over the years and rarely make modifications, save maybe the $ amounts or adding a new fund here and there.
Trip Cancellations
Posted by Nole Man on 3/3/26 at 11:25 am
It is happening in the obvious areas based upon where the trip is. Just sharing as an FYI.
PHARAOHS & PYRAMIDS SAILING UPDATE
Update: March 3, 2026 at 820 am PCT
@everyone
I contacted Viking Guest Services and have received a prompt response. Viking is currently and expeditiously “sending out communications today to our guests booked on our Egyptian sailings.”
Some members, at least 6, already have posted and reported, especially those flying today, received a call from Viking and informed them of the cancellation of the trip. I can’t fully confirm yet but these members reported that they were told the sailings canceled is through March 31, 2026.
For members who have upcoming trip, expect a call or email from Viking Soon. Please call Viking customer services at 1-877-668-4546 more details and precise information. Please keep in mind trunk lines will be inundated with calls today, please be patient or try again at a later time.
Please refrain from posting or commenting unnecessary info. I will update this post accordingly and as additional info is gathered.
PHARAOHS & PYRAMIDS SAILING UPDATE
Update: March 3, 2026 at 820 am PCT
@everyone
I contacted Viking Guest Services and have received a prompt response. Viking is currently and expeditiously “sending out communications today to our guests booked on our Egyptian sailings.”
Some members, at least 6, already have posted and reported, especially those flying today, received a call from Viking and informed them of the cancellation of the trip. I can’t fully confirm yet but these members reported that they were told the sailings canceled is through March 31, 2026.
For members who have upcoming trip, expect a call or email from Viking Soon. Please call Viking customer services at 1-877-668-4546 more details and precise information. Please keep in mind trunk lines will be inundated with calls today, please be patient or try again at a later time.
Please refrain from posting or commenting unnecessary info. I will update this post accordingly and as additional info is gathered.
FYI, got back a generic type message...
Thank you for your message to U.S. Embassy Sarajevo.
Following the launch of U.S. combat operations in Iran, Americans worldwide and especially in the Middle East should follow the guidance in the latest security alerts issued by the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. They may experience travel disruptions due to periodic airspace closures. U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to monitor U.S. Embassy Sarajevo’s web page LINK where we post all security messages that the Embassy occasionally sends to U.S. citizens in BiH.
The Department of State advises Americans worldwide to exercise increased caution. Enroll at LINK to receive the latest security alerts and follow the “U.S. Department of State - Security Updates for U.S. Citizens” channel on WhatsApp. When planning travel, read carefully our Travel Advisory, country information, and any recent alerts at LINK
We hope this information is helpful to you.
Best regards,
American Citizen Services
U.S. Embassy Sarajevo
Consular Section
+387 33 704 000
Thank you for your message to U.S. Embassy Sarajevo.
Following the launch of U.S. combat operations in Iran, Americans worldwide and especially in the Middle East should follow the guidance in the latest security alerts issued by the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. They may experience travel disruptions due to periodic airspace closures. U.S. citizens are strongly encouraged to monitor U.S. Embassy Sarajevo’s web page LINK where we post all security messages that the Embassy occasionally sends to U.S. citizens in BiH.
The Department of State advises Americans worldwide to exercise increased caution. Enroll at LINK to receive the latest security alerts and follow the “U.S. Department of State - Security Updates for U.S. Citizens” channel on WhatsApp. When planning travel, read carefully our Travel Advisory, country information, and any recent alerts at LINK
We hope this information is helpful to you.
Best regards,
American Citizen Services
U.S. Embassy Sarajevo
Consular Section
+387 33 704 000
re: restaurant recs for Athens near Athens Gate Hotel
Posted by Nole Man on 3/3/26 at 11:13 am to slinger1317
Great stuff! Thanks! :cheers:
Ride the UVIX up and down if you got a strong stomach! Up 28% right now. Will drop just as fast.
UVIX is a 2× leveraged volatility ETF that tries to double the daily moves of short-term VIX futures, making it one of the most explosive trading products on the market. It tracks a portfolio of first- and second-month VIX futures and resets every day, which means it can spike hard during market fear but also decay quickly when volatility fades. Traders use it for short bursts—never long-term—because its structure, leverage, and contango in VIX futures cause steep erosion over time.
UVIX is a 2× leveraged volatility ETF that tries to double the daily moves of short-term VIX futures, making it one of the most explosive trading products on the market. It tracks a portfolio of first- and second-month VIX futures and resets every day, which means it can spike hard during market fear but also decay quickly when volatility fades. Traders use it for short bursts—never long-term—because its structure, leverage, and contango in VIX futures cause steep erosion over time.
re: restaurant recs for Athens near Athens Gate Hotel
Posted by Nole Man on 3/3/26 at 7:32 am to slinger1317
quote:
Greece/Athens is awesome. Enjoy!
If I might hijack the thread some! :cheers:
We will be there Friday morning. Leave on a cruise Sunday.
What would you recommend doing to maximize our time there?
I was there in 1979 for a week actually but have forgotten most and it's been a long time.
The futures are down to day. We will see a bloody day today.
Buckle up.
UVIX
pre market hours active
Pre-market
$7.26
BATS
+0.81
(+12.56%)
As of Mar-03-20268:02:09AM ET
Buckle up.
UVIX
pre market hours active
Pre-market
$7.26
BATS
+0.81
(+12.56%)
As of Mar-03-20268:02:09AM ET
re: Did we really have a choice here?
Posted by Nole Man on 3/2/26 at 6:52 pm to deuceiswild
Marco said no
LINK
Conservative pundit Matt Walsh wrote: 'So he's flat out telling us that we're in a war with Iran because Israel forced our hand. This is basically the worst possible thing he could have said.'
LINK
Conservative pundit Matt Walsh wrote: 'So he's flat out telling us that we're in a war with Iran because Israel forced our hand. This is basically the worst possible thing he could have said.'
re: Late March/early April trip to Cyprus
Posted by Nole Man on 3/2/26 at 4:49 pm to Broadside Bob
I would. In fact, I’m paving the way for you Thursday. Heading to Greece!
Market hasn't reacted like I thought it would today
Posted by Nole Man on 3/2/26 at 2:44 pm
The VIX was climbing this morning in pre-market trading. You'd have thought with the events in the Middle East the markets would have taken an initial free fall.
But nope.
After a steep early decline, US stocks rebounded as investors assessed the consequences of strikes between the US, Israel, and Iran, as well as the resulting counterattacks. By late morning, both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq moved into positive territory, and the Dow regained most of its earlier losses.
Oil was the main source of volatility, with Brent surging roughly 6% and WTI climbing near $71. The slowdown in tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz raised concerns among traders about supply disruptions. Investors continue to pay close attention to how rising energy costs might impact inflation, especially following February's turbulent performance in tech and AI stocks.
Article
But nope.
After a steep early decline, US stocks rebounded as investors assessed the consequences of strikes between the US, Israel, and Iran, as well as the resulting counterattacks. By late morning, both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq moved into positive territory, and the Dow regained most of its earlier losses.
Oil was the main source of volatility, with Brent surging roughly 6% and WTI climbing near $71. The slowdown in tanker movement through the Strait of Hormuz raised concerns among traders about supply disruptions. Investors continue to pay close attention to how rising energy costs might impact inflation, especially following February's turbulent performance in tech and AI stocks.
Article
re: Time To Enroll In STEP
Posted by Nole Man on 3/2/26 at 1:24 pm to LemmyLives
quote:
You do realize the IRGC just attached Greek Cyprus, right? (I still wouldn't worry, they'll be out of proverbial ammo soon. Hopefully by March 7th, lol.)
Yeah, I saw that. Strikes against the British RAF Akrotiri base in Cyprus, not against the Republic of Cyprus itself. And Greece sent frigates and F-16s to Cyprus after the drone strike on the British base. A defensive move focused on airspace security, and there’s no impact on civilian areas or travel currently.
You'd assume Greece and surrounding countries aren't targets, but that doesn't mean there wouldn't be some terrorist attacks. All inconveniences for me given what's happening in the world but certainly wish it wasn't happening and gets resolved. I'm still going but keeping an eye out on the events and waiting to hear if Viking redirects or air somehow.
re: Time To Enroll In STEP
Posted by Nole Man on 3/2/26 at 1:10 pm to geauxpurple
LOL. Not to hijack my own thread, but here's the itinerary for the cruise portion.
**Day-by-Day Itinerary (March 7–16, 2026)**
**Day 1 — March 7**
Athens (Piraeus), Greece — *Embarkation*
**Day 2 — March 8**
Athens (Piraeus), Greece — *Morning in port / afternoon sail-away*
**Day 3 — March 9**
Santorini (Thíra), Greece
**Day 4 — March 10**
Olympia (Katakolon), Greece
**Day 5 — March 11**
Corfu (Kérkyra), Greece
**Day 6 — March 12**
Kotor, Montenegro
**Day 7 — March 13**
Dubrovnik, Croatia
**Day 8 — March 14**
Zadar, Croatia
**Day 9 — March 15**
Koper, Slovenia
**Day 10 — March 16**
Venice (Fusina/Chioggia), Italy — *Disembarkation*
**Day-by-Day Itinerary (March 7–16, 2026)**
**Day 1 — March 7**
Athens (Piraeus), Greece — *Embarkation*
**Day 2 — March 8**
Athens (Piraeus), Greece — *Morning in port / afternoon sail-away*
**Day 3 — March 9**
Santorini (Thíra), Greece
**Day 4 — March 10**
Olympia (Katakolon), Greece
**Day 5 — March 11**
Corfu (Kérkyra), Greece
**Day 6 — March 12**
Kotor, Montenegro
**Day 7 — March 13**
Dubrovnik, Croatia
**Day 8 — March 14**
Zadar, Croatia
**Day 9 — March 15**
Koper, Slovenia
**Day 10 — March 16**
Venice (Fusina/Chioggia), Italy — *Disembarkation*
Time To Enroll In STEP
Posted by Nole Man on 3/2/26 at 10:17 am
Flying to Athens Thursday (currently?) to start a Viking Cruise that goes up the Adriatic Coast, then disembarks in Venice. Flying to Bosnia thereafter for a week. Politics aside, doesn't seem like a great time to go with what's going on in the Middle East. Bosnia having a significant Muslim population. Can't say we aren't thinking about it all right now. How Americans will be viewed. Random attacks.
Still plan on going.
But, point being we can at least get the latest Travel Advisories if we enroll.
STEP
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals to enroll their trip abroad so the Department of State can accurately and quickly contact them in case of emergency.
Benefits
Get updates about health, weather, safety, and security for your destination.
Plan ahead using information from the local U.S. embassy.
Help the embassy or consulate contact you if there's an emergency like a natural disaster, civil unrest, or a family emergency.
Time to complete: 20 minutes
OMB Control No. 1405-0152 | Expiration Date: 06/30/2026
Still plan on going.
But, point being we can at least get the latest Travel Advisories if we enroll.
STEP
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals to enroll their trip abroad so the Department of State can accurately and quickly contact them in case of emergency.
Benefits
Get updates about health, weather, safety, and security for your destination.
Plan ahead using information from the local U.S. embassy.
Help the embassy or consulate contact you if there's an emergency like a natural disaster, civil unrest, or a family emergency.
Time to complete: 20 minutes
OMB Control No. 1405-0152 | Expiration Date: 06/30/2026
re: US F-15 pilot ejected from plane & survived in Kuwait
Posted by Nole Man on 3/2/26 at 7:13 am to hawgfaninc
LINK
3 American F-15 fighter jets were 'mistakenly' shot down by friendly fire during combat operations against Iran, US says
3 American F-15 fighter jets were 'mistakenly' shot down by friendly fire during combat operations against Iran, US says
Serious question. When did we stop liking Tucker?
re: Did we just do in Iran in one afternoon what it took over a decade to do in Iraq?
Posted by Nole Man on 3/1/26 at 4:34 pm to OysterPoBoy
No, I don’t think so. If people think the Republican Guard will just move aside for democracy people are crazy. There’s gonna be suppression and somebody else will rise from the ranks so I really doubt they’ll be democracy any time soon. The people with the guns and power are fanatics and they’re not gonna let go anytime soon. I will say my wife has several friends that were from Iran and to hear the stories of what it used to be is really sad. Very vibrant western like culture. That vibe is still there, but it isn’t gonna come out anytime soon.
Most writers’ personal origins and schools are not publicly disclosed, which is common for TV writers unless they are high-profile showrunners.
But, it is rumored they come to this board, particularly the political board, for inspiration, they lurk, but don’t ever post.
But, it is rumored they come to this board, particularly the political board, for inspiration, they lurk, but don’t ever post.
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Make sure to check ALL the coverage. Other than the possible hit on the school that was mere blocks from a military base (which is tragic no matter whose ordnance it actually was [signs point to failed launch of SAM by IRC]), all targets by US and Israel were either leadership, military or nuclear related. No civilian targeting. None. Clear effort to avoid collateral damage.
You should be skeptical of any information coming out.
First it was "51 Iranian children killed, 60 students wounded after joint US-Israel strikes hit girls' school in Iran".
Then it was "a failed missle launch by Iran".
Then is was Mossad/CIA terrorists. "Iranian sources state that an attempt by a commando force of 7 fighters to infiltrate the Haji Abad missile base in Bushehr province was foiled."
Early information in fast-moving conflicts is almost always incomplete, conflicting, or shaped by whoever is releasing it. Governments, media outlets, and regional actors all push out statements before the full picture is known.
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