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2020 Presidenty Stuff
*Last night Marianne Williamson announced her presidential campaign* Thank God Gina Raimondo isn't running for president. Everyone else is. Expect to see the *DWT* series The Worst Democraps Who Want To Be President grow and grow. The most recent was on the Starbucks Guy, about whom Señor Trumpanzee tweeted a dare yesterday. He hasn't dared Hillary Clinton to run again though-- and CNN reported that she's threatening to. Even worse: John Frackinglooper. The conservative ex-Governor from the Republican wing of the Democratic Party is running. I need to finish a "Worst Democraps" post... more »
Heavy snow in North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers declares a state of emergency. Heavy snowfall grounded flights and shuttered schools Monday in the Midwest, with worse on the way In North Dakota, heavy snow and freezing rain prompted the state Transportation Department to issue travel advisories in at least a dozen cities, while schools and government buildings in Wisconsin ... Read moreHeavy snow in North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin The post Heavy snow in North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Superbowl fans freezing
The southern city of Atlanta is experiencing abnormally cold temperatures as fans arrive for the Super Bowl. It’s below freezing in Atlanta (31F/-.5C] right now (9pm EST, Tuesday), but it looks like things will warm up by Sunday. https://www.msn.com/en-us/weather/topstories/atlanta-sounds-alarm-over-snow-new-england-fans-unfazed/ar-BBSSIzI?li=BBnb7Kz The post Superbowl fans freezing appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Chicago bracing for “history-making” cold
Wednesday’s forecast high – high! – of minus 14F (-25.6C) would set a record for the coldest high temperature ever. The population of Chicago is about 2.7 million. Literally millions of people are at risk, in just one city. Tonight’s overnight low could hit minus 20F (-28.9C), making it one of the 15 coldest days in Chicago ... Read moreChicago bracing for “history-making” cold The post Chicago bracing for “history-making” cold appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick Shanahan Takes A 'Jab' At The F-35
A formation of F-35 Lightning IIs from the 388th and 419th Fighter Wings stationed at Hill Air Force Base perform aerial maneuvers during a combat power exercise over Utah Test and Training Range, Nov. 19, 2018. U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cory D. Payne *Business Insider:* *Pentagon chief appears to throw shade at the F-35 in thinly-veiled jab* * Acting Secretary of Defense Patrick Shanahan seemed to take a thinly-veiled jab at the F-35 during a press briefing Tuesday. * Responding to accusations that he is biased towards Boeing, where he worked for three decades, Shanahan ... more »
Netanyahu Highly Likely to be Indicted: Ex-Police Chief
NUTenyahu: “Iran! Iran! Syria! Lebanon Hezbollah, Gaza, Palestinians … They want to destroy us! We must start the greater middle east war!” – PressTV Published on Jan 29, 2019 Former Israeli police chief Roni #Alsheich says prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu is likely to be charged with #bribery and fraud in three corruption cases against him. Attorney […]
‘Hands Off Venezuela’: Maduro Slams Trump in English After US Sanctions Country’s Oil Giant
RT Published on Jan 29, 2019 Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro addressed Donald Trump in English to demand that Washington keep its “hands off” the country, after the US imposed sanctions on its state oil company in recognition of Juan Guaido as president. end
Renewing Their Vows: France and Germany Sign ‘Treaty of Aachen’
Renewing Their Vows: France and Germany Sign ‘Treaty of Aachen’ by Catherine Nicholson, https://www.france24.com/en/ Strasbourg is a particularly apt place for discussing this week’s topic, as it lies on the Franco-German border, in a region that’s changed hands between France and Germany multiple times in its history – most recently annexation by Nazi Germany, then liberation after […]
New Integrity Initiative Leak: Make Muslims Love NATO, Target Anti-Frackers, Plan for Nuclear War
New Integrity Initiative Leak: Make Muslims Love NATO, Target Anti-Frackers, Plan for Nuclear War by https://www.rt.com/ A new batch of leaked files from the covert influence network exposes how the Integrity Initiative recruits high-flying businessmen for intel ops, shows UK Muslims “why NATO matters” and prepares for nuclear conflict with Russia. – With the UK Foreign […]
THE BIG FOUR: Zio-Anglo-American Axis Being Pounded by New 800 Pound Gorilla
My term for the “Zio-Anglo-American Axis” is the western Illuminati. The original Game Plan is: Satanic WW3 leading to the Luciferian New World Order, Global Supra-National Central Bank –> ‘666’. The election of Trump has messed up, delayed this plan somewhat. I am not sure they can execute a limited nuclear war in Eastern Europe […]
China Flaunts Supersonic Nuclear Missile that ‘Could Reach the US and Sink Moving Aircraft Carriers’
Fox News TV Published on Jan 29, 2019 ABOUT: China has revealed footage of its supersonic nuclear missile Dongfeng-26 that could reach US territory and accurately attack a moving aircraft carrier, state media reported.Video of the DF-26 missile launch was released for the first time by state broadcaster CCTV on Wednesday, showing The People’s Liberation Army Rocket Force participating […]
China Releases Footage of ‘Guam Killer’ DF-26 Ballistic Missile in ‘Clear Message to the US’
China Releases Footage of ‘Guam Killer’ DF-26 Ballistic Missile in ‘Clear Message to the US’ by Lee Jeong-ho, https://www.scmp.com/frontpage/international * Next-generation missile with improved stability and accuracy launched during military exercise * Analyst says it’s a bid ‘to reinforce the notion that the PLA has the capability to sink US carriers and inflict unacceptable damage on American […]
Iran’s Strategy is to Annihilate Israel If They ‘Do Anything that Leads to War’ – Top General
Iran’s Strategy is to Annihilate Israel If They ‘Do Anything that Leads to War’ – Top General by https://www.rt.com/ The second-in-command of the elite Revolutionary Guard Corps fired off a chilling threat, saying Iran will wipe Israel off the map if it starts a war, and the Israelis won’t even be able to bury their dead. […]
The Real ‘Bombshell’: France and Germany Unite!
The Real ‘Bombshell’: France and Germany Unite! by STEPHEN FLURRY, https://www.thetrumpet.com/ American journalists love to report “bombshells.” Bombshell news about a celebrity. Bombshell news about a “miracle cure.” Bombshell news about President Donald Trump. But there was a much bigger bombshell on January 22, and most journalists didn’t even notice that it had gone off! – The […]
Gold & Silver: Why I’m Buying THE Safe-Haven Assets, Right Now.
GoldSilver (w/ Mike Maloney) Published on Jan 22, 2019 Download Mike’s best-selling book for free here: https://pages.goldsilver.com/freebook – What an insanely confusing time for investors – central banks are carrying out unprecedented counterfeiting operations, governments have crushed any semblance of free markets, and entire countries have become ‘zombified’ as a result. We have bubbles in stocks, […]
Greg Mankiw Gets It Partly Right
In a blog post titled “Who is the prototypical rich person?” Greg Mankiw responds to a pretty bad New York Times op/ed by Emmanual Saez and Gabriel Zucman. I was waiting for someone to spot a pretty big error in Greg’s piece, but no one has. So I’ll point it out. Greg wants to argue […] The post Greg Mankiw Gets It Partly Right appeared first on Econlib.
Judge Rules Monsanto’s Attempts to Ghostwrite Studies and Influence Findings of Scientists and Regulators to be Allowed in Court
A federal judge overseeing lawsuits alleging Bayer AG's glyphosate-based Roundup weed killer causes cancer on Monday tentatively allowed pieces of controversial evidence that the company had hoped to exclude from upcoming trials. The company denies allegations that glyphosate causes cancer and says decades of independent studies have shown the chemical to be safe for human use. Chhabria on Monday said plaintiffs could introduce some evidence of Monsanto's alleged attempts to ghostwrite studies and influence the findings of scientists and regulators during the first phase of upcoming... more »
Michigan Parents Falsely Accused of Abusing Own Child by Child Abuse Specialist Have Case Dismissed
Heather Catallo of ABC7 in Detroit is reporting that a family falsely accused of child abuse by Dr. Bethany Mohr of Mott Children’s Hospital has had their case dismissed in court. “I thought we lived in America where you were innocent until you were proven guilty," Allie Parker told 7 Investigator Heather Catallo. "We were guilty until we proved we were innocent.” Child Protective Services workers removed Dylan and 1-year-old Isabella from the Parkers' care, and for 3 weeks Allie and Jimmy were not allowed to see their babies at all. “Parents have a constitutional right to parent t... more »
The U.S. Navy Will Soon Be Completing A Design Review Of Five Proposed Frigate Designs
*Warzone/The Drive:* *The Navy's Future Frigates Are Shaping Up To Be More Lethal And Capable, As Well As Cheaper* *The requirements have expanded, but the service is pushing for commonality with existing systems to push the price point down.* The U.S. Navy expects to complete a design review of five proposed frigate designs by the end of this spring. This will help the service finalize its requirements and pave the way for a full, open competition to hire one company to build 20 frigates, each of which will cost more than $800 million. These ships will be a significant component o... more »
Michigan Parents Falsely Accused of Abusing Own Child by Child Abuse Specialist Have Case Dismissed
Heather Catallo of ABC7 in Detroit is reporting that a family falsely accused of child abuse by Dr. Bethany Mohr of Mott Children’s Hospital has had their case dismissed in court. “I thought we lived in America where you were innocent until you were proven guilty," Allie Parker told 7 Investigator Heather Catallo. "We were guilty until we proved we were innocent.” Child Protective Services workers removed Dylan and 1-year-old Isabella from the Parkers' care, and for 3 weeks Allie and Jimmy were not allowed to see their babies at all. “Parents have a constitutional right to parent t... more »
Leafy Nedlands forced to change laws to accept more high-rise development
For years the City of Nedlands has resisted calls for more urban infill in the plush western suburb of Perth, but the State Government will now step in to push for more dwellings near transport and activity centres.
Couple trapped in flooded home in North Queensland
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Swift water crews are responding to calls for help from people flooded at Bluewater Park in Townsville's north after significant rainfall over the past 24 hours.
'Gladys Berejiklian's your girl': Ministers defend Premier as poll points to minority government
NSW ministers throw their support behind Premier Gladys Berejiklian, as a new poll shows minority government is on the cards when people in Australia's most populous state go to the polls in March.
Australia is a potential target in the US-China fight over Huawei
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Beijing's clear message to US allies such as Australia is that they will pay a steep price for siding with the Americans in the standoff over Huawei, part of a wider struggle between the superpowers for tech dominance, writes Adam Ni.
Polar vortex brings life-threatening cold to the US, as the South braces for snow
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Buses are used to warm the homeless and beer deliveries are postponed for fear of the ales freezing on the back of trucks as 55 million Americans brace for below-zero temperatures, including in the Deep South, which is expecting snow.
Farmers 'disheartened' by 'online bullying' over fish kills
Cotton farmers say they are being attacked on social media as debate rages over the fish kills in the Darling River in far-west New South Wales.
R u ok? Blue tree gets town talking about depression
Alongside a country road in south-east Queensland, a large gum tree painted bright blue is prompting people to talk about mental health and ask: "r u ok?"
Deafblind woman refused service at restaurant calls for national penalty
Ellen Fraser-Barbour was refused entry to a restaurant because of her guide dog. She says it "happens all the time" and is calling for a national penalty.
Wonder why you feel bloated? It's not from too much gas
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Contrary to popular belief, people who bloat don't produce more abdominal gas than others. But they might have problems getting rid of it, writes Vincent Ho.
May promises the unachievable as Brexit amendment sends her back to Brussels
The Brexit deal amendments tell us what we have known for months; the desire for a deal is there but the Irish border backstop is unpalatable for the Parliament.
Musical Interlude: 2002, “Overheard in a Dream”
2002, “Overheard in a Dream” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4INKtXTJ4p0
The Observations of Malcolm X: He was Warning Us about These Bourgeoisie Hustlers
Growing up, one of my biggest heroes and the person I wanted to emulate when I got older was Malcolm X. This was during my time of militant rebellion when I thought the only way to arrive at justice was through a revolution. The insurgent within me was captivated by Malcolm X’s take no prisoner approach and the way he spoke harsh truths to the status quo. It was not until I matured and learned… The post The Observations of Malcolm X: He was Warning Us about These Bourgeoisie Hustlers appeared first on The Ghion Journal.
OIG Finds FBI Contractor Corruption With Two Current Senior FBI Officials…
This is really interesting. Unfortunately, we don’t get the names. Findings of Misconduct by Two Current Senior FBI Officials and One Retired FBI Official While Providing Oversight on an FBI Contract (LINK) (pdf link) Key phrases: “two current senior FBI … Continue reading →
The time has come for awakening.
*The* age of brotherhood will come To be no secret pact But honor in the flame is born As man like God does act. The glory of the Highest then Will bring His peace to men And every heart will understand The mighty swordlike pen That writes “Finale!” to the past Where greed and hate did live And welcomes joyously at last The brilliant love He gives. Let every hour our finest be As moving onward then We sing the anthem of the free And new life does begin. -K17 for the Cosmic Secret Service *Pearls of Wisdom* 13:24 ..................................................................... more »
Animated History of Climate Madness
Chapter 2: 'Climate Science, A Time of Transition' *Dr Howard Brady* The Ultimate, Animated Guide to the Climate Debate (AKA Dante's Climate Inferno) The world certainly was a difference place after World War 2. But just how important was this time in transforming the face of climate science? Why did these changes go hand-in-hand in allowing attempts to address humanitarian concerns worldwide? And where was the spectre of CO2 looming throughout of all this? This was indeed a formative period for climate science as it got up from its hands and knees, and started to walk. But, was i... more »
New battle map of Libyan War: January 2019
BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:45 A.M.) The Libyan War has entered its eighth year and the country still remains divided between several entities that are supported by many regional players. As of January 2019, the Haftar-led Libyan National Army controls the largest portion of Libya, with the Tabu militias controlling most of the southern part of the […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Gaza strip border protest met with Israeli fire
Israeli forces dispersed a protest held in the northern Gaza Strip on Tuesday, as Palestinian protesters flocked the border fence dividing Zikim beach in an attempt to break the Israeli imposed blockade. Protesters gathered along the northern border fence by Zikim beach and hurled stones at Israeli forces who responded with gas and -according to […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
US Senate to vote on resolution to halt support to Saudi Coalition in Yemen
Republican and Democratic U.S. lawmakers will try again to pass a resolution ending U.S. support for the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen, with a greater chance of success than when a similar measure passed the Senate last month. Republican Senator Mike Lee, Democratic Senator Chris Murphy and Independent Senator Bernie Sanders, who caucuses with the Democrats, […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
"I Dreamed There Was No War"....for the people of Venezuela...with apologies from Canada
*Dedicated to the People of Venezuela* Back in 2016, inspired by that great American Singer/Songwriter, Glenn Frey of the Eagles, I tried to write lyrics to his guitar instrumental "I Dreamed There Was No War". Well, the words didn't quite match up to his music but here they are: *I Dreamed There Was No War* *By greencrow *(Inspired by Glenn Frey's guitar anthem of the same name) I dreamed there was no war On lands far from our shore Their children grew to live and love No bombs rained down from up above I dreamed we stayed at home Just caring for our own Fools on the hill were ... more »
Somalia Is The World's Most Corrupt Country
A map showing the most corrupt countries in red and the 'cleanest' countries in yellow, Europe is the best continental region, while Africa is mired in corruption at the top levels of government *Daily Mail:* *The world’s most corrupt countries revealed: Somalia is named as the worst, with Denmark considered the fairest… while experts warn the US is ‘one to watch’* * Experts believe Trump is a symptom of broader problems with democracy in US * Somalia topped the list for corruption, followed by Syria and South Sudan * Denmark was the 'cleanest' nation, while Britain came eleventh wi... more »
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How To Practice Beauty Mindfulness
Another way you can train your operating system to unplug from from its habitual relationship with mental narrative (and thus its habitual relationship with the narratives of establishment propaganda and other power-serving cultural mind viruses) is to simply make a habit of constantly looking for […]
Stone Indictment Underscores That There Was No Trump-Russia Conspiracy
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Putin’s firewall around Russia-Turkey partnership
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US Officials Try to Talk Trump Out of Afghan Peace Deal
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Afghan peace comes two steps at a time
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Merkel & Macron Apply Sticking Plaster on Fracturing Europe
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Terrorism at the Service of ‘Regime Change’. How the West Gets Hit by Its Own Former ‘Useful Freedom Fighters’
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Syrian Kurds tell Washington they may join forces with Assad if US pulls out of Syria
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Trump Administration Hands Venezuela’s US-Housed Bank Accounts Over To Guaido
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China shows off new ‘Guam Killer’ missile, as tensions with US rise
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Venezuelan Prosecutor General Says Eager to Open Investigation Against Guaido
The post Venezuelan Prosecutor General Says Eager to Open Investigation Against Guaido appeared first on The Duran.
US Issues “Do Not Travel” Advisory For Venezuela As Moscow Warns Caracas To Pay Its Debt On Time
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US threatens ‘serious consequences’ if Venezuela arrests ‘president’ Guaido
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The Integrity Initiative scandal is getting worse — and British media keeps ignoring it
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Global Times: Forcing allies to pick sides, US destabilizes world order
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Iran Bracing For Economic Contraction As Oil Exports Crumble
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Gazprom Looks To Attract $14B For Russia’s Biggest Gas Processing Plant
The post Gazprom Looks To Attract $14B For Russia’s Biggest Gas Processing Plant appeared first on The Duran.
‘CNN doesn’t cover Mueller, they work for him’: Tucker Carlson on Roger Stone’s arrest
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Nord Stream-2 first line to be ready in November
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Big Data and Genomics
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IEET’s J. Hughes joins Corina Paraschiv explore the ramifications of genomic research for our society.
Part II – The Presidential Declassification Counter-Punch….
The background here is that any unilateral declassification by President Trump will end up putting him in opposition to a variety of corrupt interests. As a direct result he will be facing legal action from the legislative branch. With that … Continue reading →
Democrats are just being honest about who they are
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) has pushed Democrats out of the closet--they are finally honest about who they are. Elizabeth Warren wants to tax wealth instead of income, Kamala Harris wants to raise taxes and make all medical care free for the asking, getting rid of health insurance, and Julian Castro thinks a 70% tax rate (AOC's suggestion) is too low--he's going for 90%. Meanwhile, Venezuela is in chaos--people are starving while the rulers stash away money for what they know is coming, Cuba looks like a 1950s used car lot, North Koreans don't have food or electricity, and 100 m... more »
U.S. Senate Leader Offers Legislation To Keep U.S. Troops In Syria And Afghanistan
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell looks on during a news conference about the recently withdrawn healthcare bill on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., July 18, 2017. REUTERS/Aaron P. Bernstein *Reuters:* *U.S. Senate leader wants U.S. troops to stay in Syria, Afghanistan* WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Republican leader of the U.S. Senate offered legislation on Tuesday urging the United States to keep troops in Syria and Afghanistan, as President Donald Trump’s administration moves toward withdrawals of American forces after years overseas. Saying that Islamic militant groups in ... more »
Did Rep. Ilhan Omar Call for Lighter Sentences for Would-Be ISIS Recruits?
The Minnesota Democrat sent a letter to a U.S. District Court judge in 2016. What exactly did she write?
Campaign Cash Paid Former New York AG’s Legal Bills After #MeToo Fall
The practice is legal, but reform activists say Eric Schneiderman and other politicians are exploiting lax campaign finance rules.
Is a ‘Nancy Pelosi Crime Family’ Meme Accurate?
And where does the 'Pelosi Crime Family' fall on a scale of 'innocent' to 'Gambino'?
National Experts to Speak on Protecting Seniors’ Rights — Guardianship Abuse Forum & Movie Premier Set for February 20
International Award-winning documentary “The Guardians” comes to Tampa Theater — FREE Event “Preventing Abuse and Protecting Rights” Open to Public (Tampa, FL – January 28,... more »
“Medieval Siege”: In Buried Report, UN Official Slams Venezuela Sanctions as Criminal
By Elias Marat As Venezuela continues to feel the hurt amid the U.S.-spearheaded effort to unseat elected President Nicolás Maduro and replace him with opposition... more »
Every Year Big Tech Spends Big Bucks Lobbying The U.S. Government. What’s Not Wrong With This?
By B.N. Frank A whole lot of Big Tech antitrust violation accusations have been made recently (1, 2, 3) so it’s not surprising to learn... more »
CNN Goes ‘Undercover’ To Manufacture Consent For Coup Attempt In Venezuela
A CNN “exclusive” report from inside Venezuela aired multiple times on the network on January 28. It is a prime example of how influential media outlets in the U.S. effectively create propaganda for the opposition, which now is receiving funds from President Donald Trump’s administration. For the four-minute report, CNN The post CNN Goes ‘Undercover’ To Manufacture Consent For Coup Attempt In Venezuela appeared first on Shadowproof.
Ethics for artificial intelligence
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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Jan 29 (IPS) - Owing to our varied circumstances and experiences, there are contradictory tendencies to either exaggerate or underestimate the power and importance of artificial intelligence (AI) in contemporary society. Read the full story, “Ethics for artificial intelligence”, on globalissues.org →
2019: Year of Return for African Diaspora
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UNITED NATIONS, Jan 29 (IPS) - Benjamin Tetteh is a writer for Africa Renewal published by the United Nations In the heart of Accra, Ghana's capital, just a few meters from the United States embassy, lie the tombs of W. E. B. Du Bois, a great African-American civil rights leader, and his wife, Shirley. Read the full story, “2019: Year of Return for African Diaspora”, on globalissues.org →
The Marrakech Compact on Migration: Myths & Realities
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BANGKOK, Thailand, Jan 29 (IPS) - Paul Tacon is Social Affairs Officer, Social Development Division at the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)When 164 UN member states adopted the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (the Marrakech Compact on Migration) on 10 December last year, I read on social media that they had decided to give up control over migration to the UN. Read the full story, “The Marrakech Compact on Migration: Myths & Realities”, on globalissues.org →
Out Of Touch With Popular Culture-- But Not Out Of Touch With That Devil Alexander Hamilton
I was never a big fan of most pop music. I found it disposable and a waste of time for the most part. I was always more into cutting edge stuff-- like the just-released song up top by the Scottish band Paris Street Rebels. The band is barely 2 years old and their press agent tried to put their music in context by explaining that they take the best parts of the transatlantic Punk explosion of the 1970's and combine it with towering melodies and 21st century working class outrage. Their region has collapsed economically. All 4 "hail from the tough mining town of Ballingry, Fife, Sco... more »
CBS “60 Minutes” Segment about Company Sending Small Satellites Into Space to Take Pictures to Sell to Whoever Wants Them For Whatever Reason.
By B.N. Frank Scientists have already warned that there is too much space junk already and that it’s creating dangerous situations on Earth as well... more »
Five teenagers in hospital after car rolls at Mount Tamborine
A 16-year-old boy is in an induced coma after the sedan he was driving lost control and rolled over at Mount Tamborine in the Gold Coast hinterland early this morning.
Inflation slow burn a long way from sparking interest rate rises
Inflation was a bit stronger than expected, with a fall in fuel prices more than offset by price hikes for cigarettes and travel, but inflation is still below the level targeted by the Reserve Bank.
Government intervenes in spat over skate park in affluent Sydney suburb
Residents at Rushcutters Bay, in Sydney's affluent eastern suburbs, celebrate after plans for a skate park are put on hold amid intervention from the NSW Government and threats of legal action.
FFA board member takes indefinite leave to undergo chemotherapy
The crisis surrounding Australian football has deepened with a key member of the sport's governing body stepping aside for health reasons as the search continues for a replacement for sacked Matildas coach Alen Stajcic.
Six men arrested in India over witch-hunt murders
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Local police say a group of men killed four children and their mother, who was blamed for the illness and death of a 12-year-old girl. Men and women are often branded as witches in parts of India, with 134 murders linked to witch-hunts in 2016 alone.
'I've been ripped off': Veterans fight government for a fair go
A Federal Coalition backbencher is lobbying the Government to investigate shortfalls in retirement benefits to some older Australian military veterans.
Andy Murray shares post-hip-surgery photos
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British tennis star Andy Murray posts images on Instagram of him recovering after an operation which he hopes will alleviate the hip pain threatening to force him into early retirement.
'Not allowed': Why nearly 2 million people are demanding an independence vote for West Papua
A petition signed by more than 1.8 million people calling for an independence referendum in Indonesia's West Papua province has been delivered to the United Nations — but what could it potentially achieve in the decades-old battle for freedom?
Fans throw shoes as Qatar reach Asian Cup final
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United Arab Emirates fans don't take kindly to their side's 4-0 semi-final defeat at the Asian Cup against bitter rivals Qatar, throwing their shoes on the pitch in an insult.
Empire star has rope wrapped around his neck in 'possible hate crime'
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Police are investigating an assault on Empire actor Jussie Smollett as a "possible hate crime" after two men yelled racial and homophobic slurs, poured "an unknown substance" on him and wrapped a rope around his neck.
Animated History of Climate Madness
One of our members - Dr Howard Brady - is slowly putting together an animated history of the development of the present climate madness. The theme is of a world pilgrim descending into the Stygian depths of a climate underworld we have called: Dante's Climate Inferno Our pilgrim with all the worries of the world is on a downhill trip through the climate inferno before facing an uphill battle to escape. We have now finished stage 3 of our climate history animation about the 1980s; the decade that climate and global warming exploded on the world stage.
"A Look to the Heavens"
“The large stellar association cataloged as NGC 206 is nestled within the dusty arms of neighboring spiral galaxy Andromeda (M31), 2.5 million light-years distant. *Click image for larger size.* Seen near the center of this gorgeous close-up of the southwestern extent of Andromeda's disk, the bright, blue stars of NGC 206 indicate its youth. Its youngest massive stars are less than 10 million years old. Much larger than the clusters of young stars in the disk of our Milky Way galaxy known as open or galactic clusters, NGC 206 spans about 4,000 light-years. That's comparable in size ... more »
"What Is the 'Avoidance of Suffering'?"
"There is no coming to consciousness without pain." - Carl Jung "What Is the 'Avoidance of Suffering'?" by Carolyn Baker "In the late-nineteenth and early-twentieth centuries, Sigmund Freud cultivated a very dark perception of humanity as he assessed the baser instincts largely repressed in the human unconscious. His pupil, who became the famous Swiss psychologist, Carl Jung, acknowledged the dark side of humanity which drove Freud to utter despair but unlike Freud, Jung came to believe that the dark side was a necessary ally in transforming human consciousness. He spent decades st... more »
Jackboots in the Morning: No One Is Spared From This American Nightmare
By John W. Whitehead “This is jackboots in the morning. This is an American nightmare that they would arrest somebody like this.”—Judge Andrew Napolitano The... more »
There Is No Teacher Shortage
I've made this point a dozen times in other contexts, but let me take a day to address it directly. There is no teacher shortage. Oh, across the nation there are districts that are having trouble filling openings with fully-qualified certified teachers. But there is no teacher shortage. "Shortage" implies a supply problem. Like maybe people are born teachers and for some reasons, the gene pool has just stopped coughing out people with the special teacher genetic code. Or maybe the colleges and universities just aren't recruiting and educating enough proto-teachers. Or teachinmg is... more »
"Are There Any Questions?"
"Are There Any Questions?" by Robert Fulghum "Are there any questions?" An offer that comes at the end of college lectures and long meetings. Said when an audience is not only overdosed with information, but when there is no time left anyhow. At times like that you sure do have questions. Like, "Can we leave now?" and "What the hell was this meeting for?" and "Where can I get a drink?" The gesture is supposed to indicate openness on the part of the speaker, I suppose, but if in fact you do ask a question, both the speaker and the audience will give you drop-dead looks. And some foo... more »
After 4 Cops Shot in Houston, Police Promise to Go After and “Track” Those Who Criticize Police
By Matt Agorist Houston, TX — Four Houston police officers were shot on Monday during a drug raid on a suspected heroin dealer’s home.... more »
Mathematical modeling illusions
The global climate scare – and policies resulting from it – are based on models that *do not work* Dr. *Jay Lehr *and *Tom Harris* Image: NASA For the past three decades, human-caused global warming alarmists have tried to frighten the public with stories of doom and gloom. They tell us the end of the world as we know it is nigh because of carbon dioxide emitted into the air by burning fossil fuels. They are exercising precisely what journalist H. L. Mencken described early in the last century: “The whole point of practical politics is to keep the populace alarmed (and hence clamo... more »
Looking at Gold (and Silver) from the Third Side of the Coin
By David Smith Two years ago at a conference during which I both presented and attended, a Keynote speaker, Rich Dad Robert Kiyosaki, introduced me... more »
"A Refining Process..."
"Life is a refining process. Our response to it determines whether we'll be ground down or polished up. On a piano, one person sits down and plays sonatas, while another merely bangs away at "Chopsticks." The piano is not responsible. It's how you touch the keys that makes the difference. It's how you play what life gives you that determines your joy and shine." - Barbara Johnson "To quote from Whitman, "O me! O life!... of the questions of these recurring; of the endless trains of the faithless... of cities filled with the foolish; what good amid these, O me, O life?" Answer: That ... more »
Commentaries, Analysis, And Editorials -- January 29, 2019
*Omar Lugo, The Guardian:* *Guaidó is brave. But Venezuela’s elite will not be easily overthrown* For all the young man’s popularity, the military are behind Maduro. Nothing will change unless they desert him Venezuela’s generals did not immediately announce where they stood when Juan Guaidó, a young parliamentarian, was sworn in as “interim president” in front of a huge crowd in the streets of Caracas. It was a largely symbolic assumption of office, since Guaidó has no power to enforce any decisions. But the new champion of the opposition was recognised as “legitimate president”... more »
Emerging EU Policies Take a Harder Look at Chinese Investments
Emerging EU Policies Take a Harder Look at Chinese Investments By: Ashley Feng, Sagatom Saha China Brief The Jamestown Foundation Like the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), foreign direct investment (FDI) from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) now has a much broader reach than Beijing’s own backyard. It is well-known that Washington is actively […]
Democrats Horrified as Former Starbucks CEO Mulls an Independent Presidential Run
[image: democrats-horrified-as-former-starbucks-ceo-mulls-an-independent-presidential-run] With former Starbucks CEO announcing he is considering a third-party run for president in 2020, some Democrats are getting caffiene jitters.
"How to Defend Yourself from Ugly Stereotypes"
*"How to Defend Yourself from Ugly Stereotypes"* by Paul Rosenberg "This bit of advice applies to absolutely anyone who is being judged for variables outside their control. It was inspired by the kerfuffle surrounding the Gillette commercial. Whatever your take on that video, it’s clear that the debate around it is far more encompassing than the video itself. In the States at least, there has developed a culture where it is socially acceptable to bash men and white people, and particularly, white men. This is especially frustrating when it comes from those who claim to fight again... more »
Congressional House Committee Investigates FCC for Collusion in re 5G Small Cell Tower Legislation Which Eliminated Local Control Over Installation
By B.N. Frank Because of already passed state and federal legislation, A LOT more 4G and 5G small cell towers and infrastructure are being installed... more »
If The World Understood Sovereignty, It Could End All Our Problems
[image: undefined] My own Australia has of course joined the chorus of US lackeys who are refusing to recognize Venezuela’s only legitimate and elected government, recognizing instead the presidency of some guy named Juan who decided to name himself Venezuela’s president with the blessing of the United States government. A statement from our Minister of Foreign Affairs, Marise Payne, reads as follows: Australia recognises and supports the President of the National Assembly, Juan Guaidó, in assuming the position of interim president, in accordance with the Venezuelan constitution a... more »
Enter Elliott Abrams: Trump Gives Plum Post To Prominent Opponent
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Mike Pompeo’s Deranged Foreign Policy
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World News Briefs -- January 29, 2019 (Evening Edition)
*ABC News:* *Pentagon and NATO chiefs say Taliban talks have been 'encouraging'* Top U.S. and NATO defense officials are encouraged by the recently concluded U.S. talks with the Taliban that could lead to a peace settlement in Afghanistan and the possible withdrawal of American troops. The lead U.S. negotiator in the talks told the New York Times on Monday that the talks have resulted in the "framework" of a deal where the Taliban would guarantee that Afghan territory would not be used by terrorists. In return for an American troop pullout, the U.S. wants the Taliban to agree to ... more »
US Intel Heads List North Korea, Not Border, as Threat to US
The intelligence assessment, which is provided annually to Congress, made no mention of a crisis at the U.S.-Mexico border, which Trump has asserted as the basis for his demand that Congress finance a border wall.
PART I – The Presidential Declassification Counter-Punch: Understanding The Process…
There has been a great deal of debate and consternation surrounding how the Administrative State has boxed in President Trump through the use of the Mueller/Weissman counterintelligence probe, authorized by Rod Rosenstein, where President Trump is a target of the … Continue reading →
Lurching Towards No Deal
When Dave was in charge, Oliver Letwin was one of his key people. He was kept away from the cameras for a number of good reasons, but as a strategic brain he was essential to the Dave set up. So his contribution to the Commons this afternoon was always going to be interesting. Sidelined by May like the other Cameroons, he chose the occasion to nip back with this warning: "If things go wrong with No Deal, it will not be Opposition blamed, - it will be us, our party, not forgiven for many years ... will be first time when we have consciously taken a risk on behalf of nation ... and t... more »
A female rebellion is building, and Liberal hard-heads are worried
A female rebellion is building in Australian politics, with women no longer toeing party lines and waiting for male leaders to recognise their "merit" so they can run for office. Tellingly, they're also making choices that reflect their priorities — as women, writes Patricia Karvelas.
Five arrested over Brazil mining dam collapse as community demands answers
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With the disaster on track to claim hundreds of lives, Brazilians want swift justice for the victims of what is becoming the country's largest environmental disaster.
Alleged beer thief ends up in the drink after trying to evade police
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A man is arrested after trying to escape police by swimming away from officers at the beach in Port Augusta after allegedly stealing two cartons of beer from a local tavern.
Leading horse trainer Darren Weir arrested as police raid stables
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Melbourne Cup-winning horse trainer Darren Weir is among three men arrested for questioning, and his regional Victorian properties are raided, as part of a police investigation into alleged corruption in racing.
Canadian serial killer pleads guilty to murdering eight men
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A Canadian man accused of sexually assaulting, killing and dismembering eight men over several years pleads guilty to their murders, in a case that has shaken Toronto's gay community.
Family makes precious discovery in old tins during Marie Kondo clean-up
The decluttering craze brought on by tidying expert Marie Kondo is sweeping the world while sending unwanted items en masse to charity shops — and one WA family says it also helped them find a hidden treasure.
Calls for new oval after Alice Springs ground deemed unfit for BBL cricket match
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Overtures are being made for a new sports oval in Alice Springs after Cricket Australia decided Traeger Park was unfit to host a Big Bash League match between the Adelaide Strikers and the Perth Scorchers next month.
I took a pill to map my body's temperature on a sweltering day. Here's what I learned
Casting aside his own opinions about it being uncomfortably hot, Jesse Thompson swallows a heat-mapping sensor to find out what effect the weather is having on his body.
Thousands of wristbands distributed to cricket fans prompts warning after child swallows battery
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Cricket fans are being advised to throw away promotional wristbands handed out at matches this month, after a child swallowed a potentially deadly button battery in Queensland.
SA elective surgery waiting list numbers surge
The number of South Australian patients with elective surgeries overdue has jumped almost 10-fold in a year, new figures released by the Productivity Commission show.
Apple's revenue from China drops 27pc on falling iPhone sales
Technology giant Apple's earnings are hit by a massive fall in China sales. Wall Street finishes with mixed results and US consumer confidence falls to its lowest level in one-and-a-half years.
British MPs vote for new Brexit talks with Brussels over Irish backstop
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British politicians instruct Prime Minister Theresa May to demand that Brussels replace the Irish border arrangement known as the "backstop", in a last-ditch attempt to renegotiate an exit treaty that the EU is refusing to change.
Maine seeks new consultant to draft adult-use marijuana program’s rules
Maine released a request for proposals this week that said it’s again looking for a consultant to help put a regulatory structure in place for the state’s long-delayed, adult-use cannabis marketplace. Last week, Maine upended the state’s timeline for legal marijuana sales when it withdrew from a contract with BOTEC, a Los Angeles consulting firm […] Maine seeks new consultant to draft adult-use marijuana program’s rules is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Cannabis products firm Slang lists on Canadian exchange after buying Organa Brands
Unlike many of its predecessors, Slang Worldwide (CSE: SLNG) saw a relatively stable first day on the Canadian Securities Exchange, opening at 2 Canadian dollars ($1.51) and closing at CA$1.99. The branded consumer products cannabis company, went public Tuesday on the Canadian Securities Exchange with an implied market value of $541 million (CA$718 million). The […] Cannabis products firm Slang lists on Canadian exchange after buying Organa Brands is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Poll: Americans Oppose President Trump’s Foreign Policy
*WNU Editor*: The poll in question is here .... *Poll: Most Americans oppose Trump’s foreign policy* (Military Times). Do most Americans/Democrats support U.S. soldiers staying in Syria and Afghanistan as the above poll states? Hmmmm .... I doubt it.
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“If Truth Is Taken Away From Us”
"If Truth is taken away from us, then Right and Wrong are taken from us as well. If we don't know Right and Wrong, then we can't, we won't control ourselves, but will look to someone else to bring order through brute force and raw power. We will be controlled by a tyrant, and we will no longer be free..." - Frank Peretti
Florida Man Who Jumped into Crocodile Exhibit Gets Jail Time
Court records show 23-year-old Brandon Keith Hatfield of Green Cove Springs pleaded no contest to multiple charges, including trespassing and criminal mischief.
Did 24 Children Go Home Cancer-Free from St. Jude’s Hospital in One Week?
Thanks to Facebook's colored status feature, anyone can create a viral meme in seconds.
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow Sued Over Utah Ski Crash
Paltrow denied the claims through a spokeswoman who said in an emailed statement: "This lawsuit is without merit and we expect to be vindicated."
Dr. Brian A. Burt: A Focused Future
From the moment that he catapulted into the academy, Dr. Brian A. Burt has distinguished himself as an exceptional researcher, teacher and thinker.
West Virginia Presidents Sign Entrepreneurship NACCE Pledge During Higher Education Day
In celebration of Higher Education Day, nine presidents from West Virginia’s community and technical colleges (CTC) signed the “Presidents for Entrepreneurship Pledge” of the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) at the state capitol. Pledge signers commit their institutions to undertake entrepreneurial practices that increase economic vitality in their communities. Dr. Sarah Tucker, chancellor […]
Study: Students Using English Language Learning Software Experienced Greater Gains in Proficiency
Community college students who used the app Voxy had more proficiency gains in the English language than their peers in the same group who used a different software. That’s the findings of a new study conducted by American Institutes for Research (AIR). The study, conducted at Miami Dade College, was created to analyze the impact […]
“WELL-thy” New Year Resolutions
For many, the beginning of a new year is a time-honored tradition of fresh starts and new resolutions to change behaviors. Although I typically create a formal New Year’s plan in my professional life, I am much less formal when it comes to plans or resolutions as it relates to my personal life.
Loyola University Medical Center Names New President
Loyola University Medical Center has named Tad A. Gomez its next president, effective Feb. 25. Gomez will succeed interim president Daniel J. Post, who filled the position in April after former president Larry Goldberg left to become president of Banner Health in Phoenix. Gomez, 47, comes to the 547-bed medical center from Northeast Georgia Health […]
Argentinean Navy Releases Documents Regarding Necochea UFO
*Source: OVNIHOJE.COM (Brazil) and Planeta UFO (Argentina)Date: 05.015.2017* *Argentinean Navy Releases Documents Regarding Necochea UFO* The Argentinean navy released a series of documents related to the UFO sighting of Necochea in 1962. The documents present the story told by a motorist who was chased by a flying disc around La Dulce. CEFORA recently published an article disclosing details of an important UFO sighting that took place in that city nearly 55 years ago. On August 29, 1962, Osman Alberto Simonini told his story about a UFO encounter near the 28 Km marker on Route 8... more »
US State Dept.Announces Foreign Ministers Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS
*Planning.........* *The coalition will absolutely, undoubtedly be attended by the Iraqi foreign minister. Iraq is NOT allied with Syria* *(no matter what disinfo Canthama @ Syper might claim about Iraq and Syria being allied- they aren't. Same claim disinfo Canthama made about the YPG/PKK being allied with SAA, when they were actually allied with the USrael coalition ethnically cleansing the areas the "took over" from their symbiots ISIS) * *Canada will be in attendance, undoubtedly.* *As will France. Germany. Britain. Israel (yes, Israel) The US, of course. Iraq. Saudi Arabia. UAE... more »
Thousands of defectors from Daraa reconcile with Syrian Army : report
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:45 P.M.) – Thousands of defected soldiers from the Daraa Governorate have reconciled with the Syrian Arab Army (SAA), a military communique read on Tuesday. According to the communique, over 3,000 defectors from the western countryside of Daraa attended an induction ceremony this week as they prepare to fulfill their military obligations. Field […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Syrian authorities bust huge drug transport in Homs (video)
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:30 P.M.) – The Syrian authorities busted a large drug transport that was traveling along the Homs-Damascus provincial border this week, the Syrian Arab News Agency reported on Tuesday. Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Macron ‘declared war on us’ – Injured Yellow Vests activist
“I would never have thought that something like this may happen in France,” said Jerome Rodrigues, a prominent activist in the Yellow Vests movement that seriously injured his eye during protests, in his interview with RT filmed in Paris on Monday. Rodrigues, one of the figureheads of the Yellow Vests movement in France, received a […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Kurdish group says US trying to make deal with Turkey on NE Syria
A senior Syrian Kurdish official says the US is seeking to broker an agreement between her group and Turkey over how to manage northeastern Syria once American troops withdraw. Ilham Ahmed was in Washington on Tuesday to lobby for a negotiated US troop withdrawal that would secure her forces’ continued presence. Ankara has threatened a […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Assad will likely retake all of Syria: US intel chief
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:20 P.M.) – U.S. Director of National Intelligence Dan Coats stated on Tuesday that Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad will likely retake the entire country in the near future. “President Bashar al-Assad has largely defeated the opposition and is now seeking to regain control over all of the Syrian territory”, Coats said during a Senate committee hearing. Coats […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Watch: Kurdish forces ambush Turkish Army, rebels in Afrin
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:00 P.M.) – The Kurdish-led Afrin Liberation Forces carried out a new ambush in the Afrin region of Aleppo recently, targeting a Turkish Army convoy that was traveling through this part of northwest Aleppo. According to the Afrin Liberation Forces, their troops targeted a transport of Turkish soldiers and rebels that were making […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
SDF troops completely overwhelm ISIS to capture key town in eastern Euphrates region
BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:30 P.M.) – The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) completely overwhelmed the so-called Islamic State (ISIS/ISIL/IS/Daesh) this evening to take hold of a key town east of the Euphrates River. Backed by heavy artillery and air strikes from the U.S. Coalition, the Syrian Democratic Forces were able to retake several points they lost […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
New video of Russian Navy testing anti-submarine missiles
BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:10 P.M.) – The Russian Navy’s Black Sea Fleet tested out their new anti-submarine missiles during a drill near their Novorossiysk base. According to Sevastopol News Agency, the Black Sea Fleet’s anti-submarine ship ‘Kasimov’ carried out the successful test fire this week. Below is the short video courtesy of the Black Sea Fleet that […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Pelosi and Schumer Select Stacey Abrams to Deliver State of Union Rebuttal…
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced today he selected Stacey Abrams to deliver the Democrat rebuttal to President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address. Ms. Abrams previously served as Democratic leader of the Georgia state General Assembly and failed … Continue reading →
Snow in Mississippi and Alabama
And temps dropping as low as 21F (-6.1C). Wind chill readings into the teens. (The teens range from about minus 7C to 10C.) ———————————————————————————————— National Weather Service Jackson MS Jan 28 2019 WINTER STORM WARNING. HAZARDOUS TRAVEL CONDITIONS EXPECTED ACROSS THE REGION LATE TONIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING… A strong cold front will combine with a ... Read moreSnow in Mississippi and Alabama The post Snow in Mississippi and Alabama appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Icy Arctic January 2019
Kara and Barents Seas Chilling Out: The animation above shows the last two weeks on the Atlantic side, with Kara achieving its annual maximum and Barents growing ice up to 75% of its max last March. Those two regions are the last to cool down this year. In the upper right the ice solidifies next to […]
"Economic Market Snapshot 1/29/19"
• *Gregory Mannarino, “Post Market Wrap Up PLUS! The Fed. Is Feeding The C.O.D.”* - https://www.traderschoice.net/ Gregory Mannarino, “ALERT: Tomorrow Is D-Day For The Stock Market. Here's Why” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9YnmVGapMC0 • *MarketWatch Market Summary, Live Updates* - https://www.marketwatch.com/tools/marketsummary • *CNN Market Data:* - http://money.cnn.com/data/markets/ *CNN Fear And Greed Index:* - http://money.cnn.com/data/fear-and-greed/ • • Consumer Confidence Collapses As Job Hopes Crash Most In 50 Years • HOG Gets Slaughtered After Harley Reports Biggest Miss In... more »
Curcumin- Possesses ability to repair brain damage caused by strokes
For those who appreciate the unique spiciness of turmeric, it’s serendipitous to learn there are several layers of extraordinary health benefits included with the active ingredient known as curcumin. One of the latest was revealed in a study in which scientists tested the powerful compound for its effects on heart failure patients. RELATED STORY: Try […] The post Curcumin- Possesses ability to repair brain damage caused by strokes appeared first on Health Nut News.
"In All Seriousness..."
"Thomas Edison said in all seriousness: "There is no expedient to which a man will not resort to avoid the labor of thinking"- if we bother with facts at all, we hunt like bird dogs after the facts that bolster up what we already think- and ignore all the others! We want only the facts that justify our acts- the facts that fit in conveniently with our wishful thinking and justify our preconceived prejudices. As Andre Maurois put it: "Everything that is in agreement with our personal desires seems true. Everything that is not puts us into a rage." Is it any wonder, then, that we fin... more »
Jan.29: plus que ca change, plus que c'est la meme chose.
________________________________________________________________ This lead item is not from the news. It is two book reviews from the New York Times. But it gives a clearer picture than you will see in most of the news. : The Past, Present, and Future of the United States by Victor Bulmer-Thomas Yale University Press, 459 pp., $32.50 Republic in Peril: American Empire and the Liberal Tradition by David C. Hendrickson Oxford University Press, 287 pp., $34.95 Library of CongressTheodore Roosevelt, center, during construction of the Panama Canal, 1906 It is hard to give up something you ... more »
China under Xi is becoming less free even as he preaches openness abroad.
2-11-16 Badiucao has made a career out of tackling China’s difficult political and social issues. A new ebook *Watching Big Brother: Political Cartoons by Badiucao *collects his work and offers a glimpse into Badiucao’s perspective on the state of free speech in China. Born in Shanghai but now residing in Australia, Badiucao utilizes satire and pop culture references — even Communist Party propaganda images — in his cartoons to get his point across. http://cbldf.org/2016/02/watching-big-brotherchinese-cartoonist-watches-back/ ...................................................... more »
‘Empire’ Cast Member Alleges Homophobic Attack in Chicago
Chicago police have opened a hate crime investigation after a cast member of “Empire” alleged he was physically attacked by men who shouted racial and homophobic slurs.
House GOP Leader Says Border Deal Doesn’t Need Word ‘Wall’
"It doesn't have to be a wall," House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy told reporters.
Climatologists Claim Polar Vortex Is Evidence of Global Warming
[image: climatologists-claim-polar-vortex-is-evidence-of-global-warming] The polar vortex that is now sweeping across the Midwest is, according to some climatologist, evidence of global warming. The same phenomenon used to be evidence of a different type of climate change — a coming ice age.
Social Justice Education: Creating Little SJW Marxists in the Classroom
[image: social-justice-education-creating-little-sjw-marxists-in-the-classroom] Social Justice Education professor admits SJE is “social reproduction theory, developed by Karl Marx.” Terrorist Bill Ayers is a leader of “social justice education.”
If the Army Stands With Maduro, What Is Plan B?
[image: if-the-army-stands-with-maduro-what-is-plan-b] If Maduro, with America’s prestige on the line, defies our demand that he yield, what do we do then? What is Plan B? “Assad must go!” said Barack Obama. Well, Assad is still there — and Obama is gone.
Have Dems Had Enough of Socialist Darling Ocasio-Cortez? Maybe
[image: have-dems-had-enough-of-socialist-darling-ocasio-cortez-maybe] It seems that socialist Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the former barmaid who represents New York’s 14th district, isn’t so popular after all, at least on Capitol Hill.
Iran to Change Military Status to “Offensive,” Says Chief of Staff
[image: iran-to-change-military-status-to-offensive-says-chief-of-staff] The chief of staff of Iran’s armed forces, Major General Mohammad Bagheri, said that Iran would change its defense strategy to “offensive” to defend its national interests.
Dems censor, demonize, slam critics of Venezuela coup
Yesterday I posted this article Congresswoman who fixed Democratic primary for Clinton now ‘fixing’ democracy in Venezuela from RT on several Fazebook pages. At one of the pages a couple likely loyal Democrats asked the page moderators to remove the post because it was from RT. One woman wrote: *Admins please don't allow posts from RT. We don't need to feed the Russian propaganda machine that aims to divide us.* I responded by writing: *Why are some folks so afraid of some Russian media? Have people been brainwashed so effectively that it makes you shudder? We should be reading... more »
"The French Revolution: Part Deux"
*"The French Revolution: Part Deux"* by Jeff Thomas "Above we have an eighteenth century depiction of two-thirds of the motto of the French Revolution – Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité, or “Liberty, Equality, Fraternity.” It’s significant that Karl Marx was inspired by the French Revolution to form his concept of a utopian society. He envisioned a worldwide revolution in which all people everywhere would do away with the rich and everyone would then be equal. He felt that this could be achieved by peaceful means in England and America, but would require force in Germany and Russia, an... more »
The First Canadian Adult To Receive A Stem Cell Transplant Is Now Sickle Cell-Free.
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The 5 Causes of Suffering According to Buddhism and the Ultimate Way to Overcome Them
We all encounter mental roadblocks in life. To feelings of self-doubt to anxiety and depression, mental hindrances can be extremely tough to deal with. However, we’re not the first human beings that suffered from such obstacles. Buddhist monks and philosophers … Continue reading →
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko Announces He Will Run For Re-Election In March
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko makes the announcement while addressing supporters in Kyiv on January 29. *RFE: **Ukrainian President Announces Reelection Bid, Aims For EU Membership* KYIV -- Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko has announced he will seek reelection in the March presidential election, and vowed to press for European Union and NATO membership. Speaking to thousands of supporters on January 29, the confectionary magnate said that a "feeling of deep responsibility before the country and...before past and future generations" led him to decide to run for a secon... more »
Democracy Now: Why Kurdistan Deserves Its Day in the Sun
*Rosemary Youhana* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] Kurdish authorities in Iraq and Syria aren’t ready for democracy, they’re ready to rule, and there’s a stark difference between the two. It’s been over a year since the Kurdish Regional Government’s (KRG) independence referendum where over three million people voted overwhelmingly in favor of separating from Iraq. Much like their Iraqi brethren, Syria’s Kurds have also benefited handsomely from the civil war, now controlling cantons in northeastern Syria. Presently, both regions are seen as models for democracy in the M... more »
Let China Fail in Africa
*Wilson VornDick* *Security, Africa* [image: Reuters] America should continue to maintain its key African relationships and interests while China digs a debt hole. An old African proverb warns that even the best cooking pot will not produce food. American policymakers should consider this saying as they weigh China’s growing clout and the implementation of President Donald Trump’s new Africa Strategy. But China’s economic reach in Africa is teetering on overreach. Just like the prized pot, China may not produce all that is promised. Over the last two decades, China has gained in... more »
China's War of Financial Investments
*Daniel Wagner* *Security, Asia* [image: Reuters] China is in the process of beating the West at its own game by identifying what it sees as the West’s “weakness” on the grand chessboard and filling in the gaps. Consistent with so much about China’s thrust onto the global stage over the past decade, its outward foreign direct investment (OFDI) has grown far faster than OFDI from most other transitional economies. Chinese OFDI is largely politically driven, aimed at achieving specific nationalistic objectives, such as securing natural resources, acquiring strategic assets in key ... more »
As Washington Exits, Russia's Syria Strategy Comes Under Scrutiny
*Dmitriy Frolovskiy* *Security, Eurasia* [image: Reuters] Russia is using Syria as a base for altering its long-term strategy for the region. Washington’s December announcement of a Syria pullout came as a surprise to many in Moscow. A sense of confusion lasted for few weeks and only then had been replaced with a perception of the new reality on the ground. Although the Kremlin’s Middle East strategy had been undergoing a shift before the decision was known, the new paradigm might come as a litmus test for its strategy, hence deserving greater international scrutiny. Given that ... more »
Stealth Showdown: Could the F-35 Start a Deadly Arms Race in Asia?
*Charlie Gao* *Security, Asia* Singapore announced that it planned to buy a limited number of F-35 fighters for evaluation purposes. What happens next? The author would like to thank Timothy Soh of Defense Politics Asia for assistance. On January 2019, Singapore *announced* that it planned to buy a limited number of F-35 fighters for evaluation purposes. While this didn’t come as a surprise to many Singaporean military watchers, the decision comes at a tense time for Singapore, with China becoming more assertive and rising tensions with Malaysia. Could the F-35 purchase a... more »
Will Pete Aguilar Move From The Inland Empire To The Bronx To Primary Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez? Starbucks Guy Will Pay For The Moving Van
One of the Republican stand up comedians MSNBC has helped transform into a trusted voice among Trump-hating Democrats, former McCain chief strategist Steve Schmidt, is running Starbucks Guy's campaign strategy now. As violently anti-progressive as he is violently anti-Trumpanzee, Schmidt is running around telling everyone who will listen that "Schultz could be the fail-safe plan in the event Democrats nominate a far-left candidate in 2020." Schmidt, predictably, is trying to insert a narrative into the political zeitgeist where "the Democratic Party nominates someone who is so far... more »
Asia Bibi free after Pakistan Supreme Court upholds acquittal of Islamist blasphemy charges
Christian woman Asia Bibi spent nine years on death row for blasphemy against Islam, but is now free to leave Pakistan after the country's highest court upheld her acquittal.
co-workers will be born
60. * Many* times you have noticed that improvements and refinement occur imperceptibly when calculated in human measurements. It is difficult to perceive each bit of the growth of a plant stem; yet the beautiful flower differs so strikingly from the seed. Equally astounding are human transformations; it is precisely these fiery blossoms, rarest of all, which sustain the balance of the world. 107. One Chinese philosopher, knowing the frightful aspects of the lower strata of the subtle world, determined to deaden their impression. For this purpose he filled this sleeping chamber w... more »
Who Do You Sue? State and Platform Hybrid Power Over Online Speech
This essay closely examines the effect on free-expression rights when platforms such as Facebook or YouTube silence their users’ speech. The first part describes the often messy blend of government and private power behind many content removals, and discusses how the combination undermines users’ rights to challenge state action. The second part explores the legal minefield for users—or potentially, legislators—claiming a right to speak on major platforms. The essay contends that questions of state and private power are deeply intertwined. To understand and protect internet users’ ... more »
Inverse Hockey-Stick: climate related death risk for an individuals down 99% since 1920
Reblogged from Watts Up With That: Anthony Watts / January 27, 2019 Bjørn Lomborg writes on Facebook about some new and surprising data that turn climate alarmist claims upside down. Fewer and fewer people die from climate-related natural disasters. This is clearly opposite of what you normally hear, but that is because we’re often just being […]
More Blackouts In South Australia–Where’s Elon Musk?
Originally posted on NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT: By Paul Homewood Didn’t Premier Jay Weatherill promise South Australians that Elon Musk’s massively expensive battery storage installed a couple of years ago would protect them from future blackouts? SA Power Networks has apologised to tens of thousands of South Australian customers who…
The Great Lakes Icing
Reblogged from Musing of the Chiefio: Posted on 29 January 2019 by E.M.Smith It also looks like the Great Lakes are headed to a very rapid ice-over. This graph is from the 21st of January, before the present cold plunge. Given that we’re headed toward record cold levels in Chicago (on the coast of the […]
Explained: It’s Wrong For Kamala Harris To Appropriate Black American Identity
West Point is just half an hour north up the highway from Brooksville Mississippi where Attorney Antonio Moore’s mother comes … Continue reading →
Senator Lindsey Graham Pushes Back Barr Committee Vote by One Week….
Senate Judiciary Chairman Lindsey Graham announced today the postponement of the committee vote on nomination of William Barr for Attorney General by one week, after democrats requested a delay. Generally, no big deal. Normally, the opposition democrats can call for … Continue reading →
Spontaneous Synergy Happens in a Diverse Classroom
A kind of magical synergy can break out in a university classroom that is diverse when unlikely circumstances coalesce. Where else would a 21-year-old Pakistani man and a 37-year-old U.S. Army Ranger from Ohio find themselves together in rural southeastern North Carolina?
Snowy Hydro 2.0 – will it ever be built?
It was Malcolm Turnbull's pet project, so will Snowy Hydro 2.0 survive without him?
Key Trump ally Roger Stone pleads not guilty to charges from Mueller probe
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Self-proclaimed 'dirty trickster' Roger Stone was charged last week with making false statements to Congress, obstruction of an official proceeding and witness tampering.
'Bullying, aggression, abuse': Naturopaths seek millions in damages from health food giant
A group of Queensland naturopaths seek $3 million in damages from natural medicine retailers Healthy Life, Go Vita and a franchisee over wages underpayment and alleged bullying and abuse.
May seeks to salvage Brexit deal as Parliament votes on amendments
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British Prime Minister Theresa May is seeking to salvage a Brexit deal but is headed towards a clash with the EU by promising to overhaul the divorce deal she spent a year and a half negotiating with the bloc.
Foster carers accuse SA Government of cutting funds
The South Australian Government denies accusations that it has stopped paying for house and car upgrades which help foster carers accommodate more children in care.
Early birds have lower risk of mental illness than night owls, genes show
People who are genetically programmed to be early risers have a lower risk of schizophrenia or depression, according to a large new study of nearly 700,000 people.
Privacy experts and Government remain at odds over My Health Record
Tomorrow is the last day to opt out of My Health Record. But many people are concerned about their medical history being shared beyond their control.
Creating a million new jobs in five years is not as tough as it sounds
The Prime Minister has just committed to creating 1.25 million jobs over the next five years, but economists say the pledge is nowhere near as ambitious as it sounds.
Why BuzzFeed's model of news for millennials might struggle to make money
After being touted as a poster child for "new" journalism, BuzzFeed Australia's job cuts raise questions about the digital-only model in Australia — but academics, media bosses and unionists don't think it spells the end.
Who will Labor's franking credits policy affect?
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Assistant Treasurer Stuart Robert says that 84 per cent of the individuals impacted by Labor's dividend imputations policy earn a taxable income under $37,000. Fact Check finds that to be misleading.
Australia's retail industry is struggling but Canberra offers a glimmer of hope
Activewear brand SKINS has filed for bankruptcy; Gap has left Australian shores; Kmart sales are down; the Avon lady is no more. You might think retail prospects in Australia are falling — that is, until you get to the ACT. But Canberrans are not alone in altering buying habits.
'Disgusting, mud-sucking creatures': The fish surviving Menindee's mass kills
Once labelled "disgusting mud-sucking creatures" by Barnaby Joyce, the hardy carp surviving through the extreme conditions of the Darling River has experts worrying about the future of local river ecosystems.
Suspended Parramatta council boss' scathing letter to colleagues
The lawyers for the City of Parramatta Council boss argue three councillors should have abstained on a vote to suspend him over the questions around the accuracy of his resume raised in a media report.
Descendants of former prime ministers take aim at Palmer for claiming link to Menzies and Lyons
The families of Robert Menzies and Joseph Lyons do not like controversial businessman Clive Palmer linking his party to their legacy
Australians making 'avoidable' hospital visits due to GP costs and poor access
According to the latest Productivity Commission report, there were almost three million "avoidable" hospital visits last financial year. So why are people going to the hospital when they don't need to?
'The week politics went tabloid': How Gary Hart's failed presidential bid led us to Donald Trump
Democrat Gary Hart was the clear favourite to become US president in 1988 — until the tabloid press changed the game forever. If he'd won back then we might not have President Trump now.
Corporate Australia 'within a whisker' of 30 per cent women on ASX200 boards
Corporate Australia is just short of 30 per cent target for women on ASX200 boards, and could soon face higher targets to ensure company boards continue to lift women's representation.
When your friends begin to leave
It is amusing to me that the Republican National Committee is doing its darnedest to prevent another candidate running in a primary against the current US President. This is very premature in my view and is not reading the tea … Continue reading →
Iran Defends Its Missile Program
The Iranian EMAD medium-range missile which launched in 2015 *DW:* *Iran defends plan to improve missile accuracy* Iran says it is working to improve the precision of its missiles for defense purposes. At the same time, the German-governed plan with France and the UK for payments to Iran despite US sanctions is moving ahead. Iran on Tuesday said it had no plan to increase the range of its missiles, but would continue to work on its satellite technology to improve accuracy. "[Iran] is continuously working on increasing the precision of the missiles, and has no intention to increase ... more »
Is it cold enough for you in the Midwest?
A large hole in the sun's atmosphere is facing Earth and spewing a stream of solar wind in our direction. Polar geomagnetic storms are likely when the gaseous material arrives on Jan. 31st or Feb 1st. The Tax U More party [aka Democrats] will tell you that's just anthropogenic "climate change." They think humans are so advanced their consumerism and technology cause holes in the sun's atmosphere, but they are not smart enough to be considered human by the NY legislature.
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