^ | Unknown | Taps Bugler Posted on by Beowulf9 November 22, 1963. Assassination of our then President Kennedy. I hated to let the day go by without mentioning it, though it’s been many years. I still remember my mother’s tears, the 3 days of the funeral, the sound of the drums. I was a kid. A different time. Worlds ago, now. It seems after that day it all turned a different page. Still RIP John Fitzgerald Kennedy. Btw, those drums, that funeral, briefly shown in the movie The Boston Strangler, with Tony Curtis, which I am grateful they put that in the movie, so it has been placed, I think as a bit of a memorial to the event. TOPICS: Chit/Chat KEYWORDS: assassination; jfk; kennedy; nov22 Click here: to donate by Credit Card Or here: to donate by PayPal Or by mail to: Free Republic, LLC PO Box 9771 Fresno, CA 93794 Thank you very much and God bless you. 1 posted on by Beowulf9 To: Beowulf9 Thank you. The anniversary is worthy. 2 posted on by Fester Chugabrew (/s/) Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by.
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Pokemon Pokopia gets March 2026 release date
Pokémon Pokópia, the first-ever Pokémon lifestyle simulation game, was initially revealed in September 2025 with an expected release window set for 2026. Now, Nintendo has officially announced that the game will launch on March 5, 2026.
The release date was shared through a post on X, although no new trailers, screenshots, or additional game details accompanied the announcement. What we do know is that Pokémon Pokópia will be a Switch 2 exclusive, arriving early next year.
In Pokémon Pokópia, players take on the role of Ditto, the shapeshifting Pokémon. While Ditto adopts a human-like form, players will harness Ditto’s unique ability to mimic various Pokémon in order to shape the land, grow crops, and construct buildings. This fresh gameplay concept sets Pokémon Pokópia apart from traditional entries in the franchise.
The game was first revealed during the September 2025 Nintendo Direct and is being developed by Koei Tecmo. As a Switch 2 exclusive, it joins other highly anticipated titles like 007 First Light and Saros, both also set for release in March 2026.
The year 2026 promises to be significant for Pokémon fans worldwide, as the franchise will celebrate its 30th anniversary in February. Pokémon Pokópia is poised to be a major highlight in what looks to be a memorable year for the Pokémon series.
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146773/pokemon-pokopia-release-date
PAC-MAN joins Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Gaming is set to make a big impact this year in the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, as Bandai Namco has announced that Pac-Man will be featured as a new balloon in the iconic event.
The Pac-Man balloon is making its debut on November 27, the day the parade takes place. Bandai Namco shared the exciting news and details about the balloon in a social media post earlier this week, revealing that the classic video game character will be joining the lineup of parade balloons for the first time.
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has a history of showcasing beloved video game characters, including Sonic the Hedgehog and Pikachu from Pokémon. However, this year promises to be even more special, with a variety of new balloons inspired by popular video games.
In addition to Pac-Man, it was announced earlier this month that Nintendo will be introducing a Mario balloon to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros.
With these additions, the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is shaping up to be a must-watch event for gaming fans and parade enthusiasts alike.
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146570/macys-thanksgiving-parade-pac-man-2025
Everything You Need to Know About the Books You Wish You’d Read
Rebecca Joines Schinsky is the Chief of Staff for Riot New Media Group and a co-host of the Book Riot Podcast. She can be reached at rebecca@riotnewmedia.com.
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We’re a little more than halfway through the inaugural season of our new hit podcast, *Zero to Well-Read*, and if you haven’t checked it out yet, we think you’ll dig it.
Part book club, part English class, *Zero to Well-Read* aims to be a fun, informative, and irreverent guide to the books everyone talks about — from classics you should have read in high school to modern hits everyone’s buzzing about.
**Where to start:**
Listen to our season opener about *The Great Gatsby* for some background on our ideas and intentions for the project in general.
**Check in with a classic:**
We’ve had great conversations about *Their Eyes Were Watching God*, *The Bluest Eye*, and *Hamlet*. Prefer a modern classic? *Never Let Me Go* is the one for you.
**Get your pop culture fix:**
We believe that part of being well-read is being familiar with the books that shape the zeitgeist. Join us as we revisit *Twilight* on its 20th anniversary, or get the background on the 1990s novel that inspired *One Battle After Another*.
Follow *Zero to Well-Read* wherever you get your podcasts, and if you like the show, please share it with a bookish friend!
https://bookriot.com/zero-to-well-read-podcast-highlights/
‘Impossibly difficult’: Louis on coming to terms with Liam’s death
**‘Impossibly difficult’: Louis Tomlinson on Coming to Terms with Liam Payne’s Death**
*By Apoorva Rastogi | Oct 08, 2025, 05:16 pm*
Former One Direction member Louis Tomlinson has opened up about the “impossibly difficult” journey of coming to terms with the death of his bandmate, Liam Payne.
In a recent interview with Rolling Stone UK, Tomlinson reflected on the pain surrounding their 15th anniversary, saying, “It was really uncomfortable, actually, the 15th anniversary. Because the [collective] feeling to celebrate is as important, if not more important, than ever, on behalf of Liam.”
### Emotional Struggle
Tomlinson candidly shared the emotional challenges he has faced, revealing, “You know, there’s still a level in my head [where it feels] unjust and frustrating that he’s not with us anymore.”
He added, “It was really, really, impossibly difficult for me to deal with losing Liam. Naively, I thought that because at this point I’m relatively well-versed in grief for my age, that it might soften the blow. It’s very different. I’ve never lost a friend before.”
### Tribute to Liam Payne
Remembering his late friend, Tomlinson called Payne the “safest pair of hands” in One Direction. He said, “We were all just so amateur, but he was already where he needed to be by the time he did his first [X Factor] audition. None of us would have admitted it at the time because you have a lot of pride as a young lad but we all looked up to him like that.”
### Details Surrounding Payne’s Death
Liam Payne reportedly died after falling from the third floor of his Buenos Aires hotel. According to reports, hotel staff had contacted police after noticing a guest who appeared to be under the “influence of drugs and alcohol.”
An autopsy later confirmed that Payne was intoxicated at the time and may have jumped while semi- or fully unconscious.
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Louis Tomlinson’s heartfelt words shed light on the deep impact that Liam Payne’s passing has had on him and underline the enduring bond the members of One Direction shared.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/louis-tomlinson-opens-up-about-liam-payne/story
‘Impossibly difficult’: Louis on coming to terms with Liam’s death
**‘Impossibly Difficult’: Louis Tomlinson on Coming to Terms with Liam Payne’s Death**
*By Apoorva Rastogi | October 8, 2025*
Former One Direction member Louis Tomlinson recently opened up about the “impossibly difficult” experience of coming to terms with the death of his bandmate, Liam Payne.
In a candid interview with Rolling Stone UK, Louis reflected on the emotional weight of the 15th anniversary of their time together. He said, “It was really uncomfortable, actually, the 15th anniversary. Because the [collective] feeling to celebrate is as important, if not more important, than ever, on behalf of Liam.”
### Emotional Struggle
Louis shared his raw feelings about the loss, revealing, “You know, there’s still a level in my head [where it feels] unjust and frustrating that he’s not with us anymore.”
He added, “It was really, really, impossibly difficult for me to deal with losing Liam. Naively, I thought that because at this point I’m relatively well-versed in grief for my age, that it might soften the blow. It’s very different. I’ve never lost a friend before.”
### A Tribute to Liam Payne
Tomlinson fondly remembered Liam, describing him as the “safest pair of hands” in One Direction. “We were all just so amateur, but he was already where he needed to be by the time he did his first [X Factor] audition,” Louis said. “None of us would have admitted it at the time because you have a lot of pride as a young lad but we all looked up to him like that.”
### Details Surrounding Liam’s Death
Liam Payne reportedly died after falling from the third floor of his Buenos Aires hotel. According to reports, the hotel staff had called the police after noticing a guest who appeared to be under the “influence of drugs and alcohol.”
An autopsy later confirmed Liam was intoxicated at the time and suggested he may have jumped while semi or fully unconscious.
Louis Tomlinson’s heartfelt reflections offer a glimpse into the profound grief of losing a close friend and bandmate, underscoring the lasting impact Liam had on those around him.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/entertainment/louis-tomlinson-opens-up-about-liam-payne/story