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Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Speaking at Albany, NY Rally Concerning Mandatory Vaccines and Government Overreach
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Chairman and Chief Legal Counsel for Children’s Health Defense, speaking in Albany, NY on May 14, 2019 supporting concerned parents and medical freedom advocates as they protest several state bills that would put government in charge of decisions regarding vaccines. The bills have been sparked by recent measles cases. The […] The post Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Speaking at Albany, NY Rally Concerning Mandatory Vaccines and Government Overreach appeared first on Children's Health Defense.
19 Rules For Life (2019 edition)
I first posted this list when I turned 60, and have revisited it many times. Now that my birthday has reappeared. I thought I'd start the practice of annually revisiting and revising it. I will keep my original observation-- that this list does not represent any particular signs of wisdom on my part, because I discovered these rules much in the same way that a dim cow discovers an electric fence. *1. Don't be a dick.* There is no excuse for being mean on purpose. Life will provide ample occasions on which you will hurt other people, either through ignorance or just because someti...more »
Australian Daily Electrical Power Generation Data – Sunday 19th May 2019 – Plus Weekly And Rolling Totals
By Anton Lang ~ This Post details the daily power consumption data for the AEMO coverage area in Australia. For the background information, refer to the Introductory Post at this link. Each image is shown here at a smaller size to fit on the page alongside the data for that day. If you click on […]
US Gov’t Trained ISIS Commander — Did It ‘Burn’ Him Later?
By Brandon Turbeville After his death was announced by ISIS in 2016, the name Abu Omar al-Shishani has largely faded from news reports regarding Iraq... more »
Forget Stealth Destroyers. Turn the Navy's New Warships Into Pocket Battleships.
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, * Can it be done? *The Zumwalt could locate and track an enemy task group by proxy, setting up an ambush when conditions are favorable, without even turning on its radar or sending out drones of its own.* The three new Zumwalt-class destroyers are in trouble. Originally envisioned as a fleet of more nearly three dozen destroyers, and the weapons that justified them, the Zumwalts have faced delays, cuts and staggering cost increases. As the ships teeter on the verge of white elephant status, could they become relevant again by taking on a new role, th... more »
Raptor Bomber: The Air Force Really Dreamed Up a F-22 Stealth Bomber?
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, * We have it all for you to think about. *For these reasons, the Air Force wanted a bigger bomber with longer legs that could take off from bases in the continental U.S. and cross oceans to deliver strikes across the globe—as a B-52, B-1 or B-2 can.* By the beginning of the twenty-first century, the United States had begun production of the F-22 Raptor, the world’s best air superiority fighter—boasting a still unrivaled combination of sustainable high speed, maneuverability and low-observable stealth characteristics. Furthermore, the Pentagon was p... more »
Trash: That's How 1 Writer Described the Final Game of Thrones Episode
*David Hookstead* *Security, * "I’m literally at a loss for words right now." *I hated it. I hated it so much. After all these years, I thought there was no way I’d be disappointed in the conclusion. Well, I was, and this honestly stinks.* “Game of Thrones” came to an end Sunday night with the series finale, “The Iron Throne,” and it was trash. *WARNING: THERE ARE GOING TO BE SPOILERS BELOW. DO NOT KEEP READING IF YOU AREN’T CAUGHT UP. CONSIDER YOURSELF WARNED.* I’m literally at a loss for words right now. I’m that frustrated and disappointed. After nearly a decade of buildup,... more »
If the US Military Doesn’t Fix This We Won’t Win the Next Big War
*George Landrith* *Technology, Americas* [image: By SPC Glenn Anderson - www.dvidshub.net, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=49058532] What can be done? It is time to upgrade our military's heavy-lift helicopter capabilities. The current workhorse, the CH-47 Chinook, has served our country since 1962. Despite its age, the Chinook is still the most capable heavy lift helicopter on the planet — flying at almost 200 miles per hour which is roughly the speed that the Army wants its next-generation Scout aircraft to fly. Our allies use the Chinook as well ... more »
Introducing China’s Other Aircraft Carrier Program
*Lyle J. Goldstein* *Technology, Asia* [image: China's first domestically developed aircraft carrier is seen at a port in Dalian after completing its first sea trials, in Liaoning province, China May 18, 2018. Picture taken May 18, 2018. REUTERS/Stringer ATTENTION EDITORS - THIS IMAGE WAS PROVIDED BY] The PLA Navy’s very first large helicopter carrier, the Type 075, will further tilt an already starkly lopsided imbalance across the Taiwan Strait. These are heady days for the People’s Liberation Army Navy. It was not so long ago when Western strategists argued whether China was pu... more »
This Plane Is No F-35 But It Could Terrorize America’s Enemies
*Kris Osborn* *Security, Americas* [image: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Embraer_EMB_314_Super_Tucano#/media/File%3AA-29_Over_Afghanistan.jpg] Will the Air Force get more Light Attack fighters? Despite the Air Force’s stated intention and the widespread assumption that a low-cost off-the-shelf Light Attack airplane would primarily perform counterinsurgency missions, it seems entirely conceivable that the plane could have limited uses for major power warfare as well. The Air Force’s Light Attack Aircraft program, including both the Sierra Nevada-Embraer A-29 Super Tucano and Te... more »
Bolivian President Morales, Ignoring The Country's Constitution, Begins Bid For Fourth Consecutive Term
*Reuters:** Bolivia's Morales defies term limits, launches bid for fourth term* LA PAZ (Reuters) - Bolivian President Evo Morales launched his campaign for a fourth term on Saturday in a remote coca-growing valley without addressing the biggest controversy in his bid - the fact that he is running at all. Morales, who became the country’s first indigenous president in 2006, is defying constitutional term limits. In 2016, voters rejected his proposal to amend the constitution to let him seek another five-year term this year. He later won a court ruling allowing him to run on the g... more »
City Steals Elderly Man’s Home for Having a Cluttered Yard, Fines Him $60,000
[image: city]For having a cluttered yard, a city in California took a man's home. After he fought them in court successfully, they are now demanding he pay them $60,000.
China Is Threatening To Cut Rare Earths Exports To The U.S.
Chinese President Xi Jinping, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, learns about the production process and operation of the JL MAG Rare-Earth Co. Ltd. as well as the development of the rare earth industry in the city of Ganzhou in east China's Jiangxi Province on May 20, 2019. Xi Jinping visited Jiangxi Province Monday on an inspection tour. (Xinhua/Ju Peng) *Bloomberg:* *Xi’s Trip to Rare-Earths Plant Stokes Talk of Trade Retaliation* President Xi Jinping’s visit to a rare earths facility fueled s... more »
Donald Trump Threatens ‘Official End of Iran’ After Report of Rocket Landing Near U.S. Embassy in Baghdad
Donald Trump Threatens ‘Official End of Iran’ After Report of Rocket Landing Near U.S. Embassy in Baghdad by CHRIS MORRAN, https://www.newsweek.com/ hortly after news outlets reported Sunday that a rocket had landed near the U.S. embassy in Baghdad, President Donald Trump tweeted an ominous ultimatum to Iran, insinuating that a threat to the U.S. could …
Huge Explosion Reported Near US Embassy in Baghdad
Huge Explosion Reported Near US Embassy in Baghdad by https://sputniknews.com/ An explosion has reportedly taken place near the Green Zone close to the embassy area on Sunday. Rockets landed in the Iraqi capital in the vicinity of the United States embassy on Sunday, Sky News Arabia reported citing its source. – Iraqi authorities have not …
SCOTUS sides with Native hunter treaties do not expire with statehood
Supreme Court sides with Native American hunter as Gorsuch joins liberals The Hill Jacqueline Tomsen May 20, 2019 The Supreme Court on Monday sided with a Wyoming hunter charged with off-season hunting, ruling 5-4 that a 150-year-old treaty between a Native American tribe and the United States was still active and protected the man’s rights. Clayvin Herrera was charged in 2014 with off-season hunting, but he argued that an 1868 treaty between the U.S. and the Crow Tribe — of which he is a member — protected his ability to hunt at that time. Wyoming had argued that the treaty was i... more »
Professor warns House Judiciary about a “world of hurt”
– On Wednesday May 8th, Nadler and his comrades on the House Judiciary Committee decided to go the extra mile and waste more time by holding Attorney General Barr in contempt of congress for correctly doing his job. From the sidelines Adam Schiff yesterday on CBS’s “Face the Nation” said that House Democrats could use impeachment proceedings as a “tool” to beat the Trump administration’s “maximum obstructionism campaign against Congress.” Of course, he would do so on a MSM friendly mouthpiece where he feels safe. However, the truth of the matter is that the contempt of court Nadler ... more »
2:00PM Water Cooler 5/20/2019
By Lambert Strether of Corrente. * * *Readers, feel free to contact me at lambert [UNDERSCORE] strether [DOT] corrente [AT] yahoo [DOT] com, with (a) links, and even better (b) sources I should curate regularly, (c) how to send me a check if you are allergic to PayPal, and (d) to find out how to […]
NBC: Colorado bill would allow doctors to recommend medical marijuana instead of prescription painkillers
Senate Bill 19-013 is currently before Gov. Jared Polis (D-Colorado) for review. And if it becomes law, it could help in the fight against the opioid epidemic; the bill would allow doctors to recommend medical marijuana in many of the same situations where they could prescribe opioids. RELATED STORY: Cancer patient- I illegally healed myself […] The post NBC: Colorado bill would allow doctors to recommend medical marijuana instead of prescription painkillers appeared first on Health Nut News.
Reveals your overall fitness in 30 seconds, can you do this?
Written by Dr. Joseph Mercola Planks and pushups are examples of effective, full-body exercises that you can do virtually anywhere. They’re deceptively simple, such that many people pass over them in favor of flashier workout techniques, but don’t be fooled: Planks and pushups are a solid exercise choice that can help you build a strong […] The post Reveals your overall fitness in 30 seconds, can you do this? appeared first on Health Nut News.
Mark Meadows Discusses Covert FBI Recording and Transcripts of George Papadopoulos….
Mark Meadows is John Solomon’s primary source. During this interview Mark Meadows discusses transcripts and recordings of George Papadopoulos which were part of the ‘SpyGate’ operation. The transcripts were first revealed by former congressman Trey Gowdy yesterday.
Breaking: Militants launch new attack on Aleppo city
BEIRUT, LEBANON (8:00 P.M.) – The jihadist rebels launched a new attack on Aleppo city this evening, targeting the western and northern districts of the provincial capital. According to a report from Aleppo city, the jihadist rebels fired several missiles towards the Al-Khalidiyah and New Aleppo districts. The report said no casualties have been reported […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Trump claims China won’t become superpower with him in office
Speaking to Fox News, US President Donald Trump noted that he was “very happy” with the Washington-Beijing trade spat and although China wants to become the world’s top superpower, it’s “not going to happen with me”. “Our economy has been fantastic. Because they were catching us, they were going to be bigger than us. If Hillary Clinton became president, China would have been […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Heavy losses plague Turkish-backed rebels in failed advance in northwestern Hama
BEIRUT, LEBANON (7:15 P.M.) – For the second day in a row, the Turkish-backed rebels have attempted to retake the areas they previously lost to the Syrian military in northwestern Hama. Led by the National Liberation Front (NLF), the Turkish-backed rebels stormed the Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) positions near the town of Al-Masasnah. A fierce […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Trump threatens to end Iran if war breaks out
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:45 P.M.) – U.S. President Donald Trump tweeted on Sunday that if Iran wants a war, America will end the Persian Gulf nation. Trump tweeted: “If Iran wants to fight, that will be the official end of Iran. Never threaten the United States again!” It appears the U.S. President is following the statements […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
In pictures: Russian forces take on ISIS in central Syria
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:30 P.M.) – A number of Russian soldiers were recently photographed taking part in the anti-ISIS operations in the eastern countryside of the Homs Governorate. These Russian soldiers, who are believed to be military advisers to the Syrian Arab Army (SAA), have been active at the front-lines in central Syria since the Russian […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Syrian Foreign Ministry denies use of chemical weapons in HTS-held Kabani
Media reports about the alleged use of chemical weapons by the Syrian army in the Kabani settlement in northern Latakia are fake, the Syrian Foreign Ministry said in a statement. “The Foreign and Expatriates Ministry reaffirms the statement of the General Command of the Army and Armed Forces which denied these claims and affirmed that […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Tax Dollars Pay For Illegal-Alien Bus, Plane Trips, DNA Test Finds 30-percent Fake Family Rate
[image: tax-dollars-pay-for-illegal-alien-bus-plane-trips-dna-test-finds-30-percent-fake-family-rate] The government is wasting millions in tax dollars to pay for bus rides and airplane flights to transport illegal immigrants across the fruited plain.
Despite Sunday Closure and Liberal Attacks, Chic-fil-A Set to Become No. 3 Restaurant Chain
[image: despite-sunday-closure-and-liberal-attacks-chic-fil-a-set-to-become-no-3-restaurant-chain] In spite of being closed on Sundays and its commitment to conservative Christian values, Chic-fil-A is on course to become the third largest restaurant chain in the United States.
Growing Iceland, Greenland glaciers make scientists gasp
Originally posted on Tallbloke's Talkshop: Seems like the ‘carbon dioxide control knob’ has gone wonky. Alarmists must wonder: how can that be? H/T CFACT It appears that Iceland won’t have to be renamed Tepidlandia anytime soon, says Larry Bell. According to researchers at the University of Iceland, each of the country’s glaciers will expand…
New Book: Extremes and Averages in Contiguous U.S. Climate
Originally posted on Bob Tisdale - Climate Observations: Subtitle: Graphs of 100 Years of NOAA Contiguous U.S. Climate Data (2018 Edition) – A Book That NOAA Should Have Published I’ve just published a new book titled Extremes and Averages in Contiguous U.S. Climate. It is only available through Amazon HERE in paperback form (400+ pages, 8½…
The Facts On Drought
Originally posted on PA Pundits - International: By Craig Rucker ~ Weather happens. Not long ago California was in drought. Then Senator Barbara Boxer infamously said, “In California, we can just look out the window to see climate change’s impacts.” The rains would never return. Parched Earth and deprivation were the “new normal.” The weather,…
Scurrying for cover?
This is most interesting: John Durham, the prosecutor tapped by Attorney General William Barr to investigate how Trump-Russia allegations emerged and spread within federal law enforcement, has already been looking into whether the FBI’s former top lawyer, James Baker, illegally leaked to reporters. In fact, *the U.S. attorney from Connecticut appears to have begun that work more than seven months ago*, to judge from an underreported transcript of an October congressional interview with Baker. The Baker interview, at which Durham was not present, suggests that the prosecutor neverth... more »
Russia Wins Sixth Straight Game in World Championship Ice Hockey Play
*21WIRE* | Russia's success on the ice is a big story in the sports world worth covering.
Ending Obama EPA climate deception
By Paul Driessen May 19, 2019 Let’s finally review Endangerment Finding used to justify trillions in climate and energy costs In December 2009, the Obama Environmental Protection Agency issued its Endangerment Finding (EF) – decreeing that carbon dioxide (CO2) and other “greenhouse gases” (GHGs) endanger the health and welfare of Americans. In the process, …
Northern Swan enlists major Democratic pols to boost Latin American cannabis push
Northern Swan, a New York-based marijuana investment group, installed two senior figures from the Democratic party to its advisory board to help navigate its focus on Latin America. Bloomberg reported that the company appointed Tom Daschle, a former U.S Senate majority leader, and Joe Crowley, a prominent party member who last year lost a high-profile primary in […] Northern Swan enlists major Democratic pols to boost Latin American cannabis push is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Federal bill provision would protect state-legal medical marijuana programs
A provision in one of the congressional spending bills would continue to protect state-legal medical cannabis programs from federal interference. It was included for the first time in the initial FY2020 Commerce-Justice-Science funding bill released by a House subcommittee. In the past, it’s been added as an amendment to the spending bill either in committee […] Federal bill provision would protect state-legal medical marijuana programs is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
On the Edge of Nowhere
By Russ Steele It feels like being on the edge of nowhere with no internet connection at our campsite. When we made reservations last year one the things we checked was WiFi access at our chosen campsite. Now that we… Continue reading →
Syrian Government Forces Press Idlib Offensive. Russian Ceasefire On The Verge Of Breaking Down
*VOA:* *Escalating Violence in Syria’s Idlib Province Could Turn into Bloodbath* GENEVA — A senior United Nations official warns the alarming escalation of hostilities in northern Syria’s Idlib province could spiral out of control with disastrous consequences for its three million civilian inhabitants. The recent uptick in violence in Syria’s northern Idlib province is causing alarm among U.N. and international observers. Over the past two weeks, at least 100 civilians reportedly have been killed or injured in clashes between Russian-backed Syrian forces and al-Qaida associated re... more »
'Complete failure': Nigel Farage berates security guard after getting 'milkshaked'
Pro-Brexit politician Nigel Farage has become the latest in a series of public figures to be 'milkshaked' during a rally in England's north, blaming his security team for the banana and salted caramel soaking.
Protest Song Of The Week: ‘Voicemail For Jill’ By Amanda Palmer
"Voicemail For Jill" is a song on Amanda Palmer's new album, "There Will Be No Intermission." Instead of writing an angry pro-choice anthem, Palmer tells the story of a woman who made the painful decision to get an abortion. The post Protest Song Of The Week: ‘Voicemail For Jill’ By Amanda Palmer appeared first on Shadowproof.
Putting Water at the Heart of Sustainable Fashion
Global Issues News Headlines - 11 hours ago
LONDON, May 20 (IPS) - Lisa Greenlee is Director of Strategic Partnerships, WaterAidThe Copenhagen Fashion Summit celebrated its tenth anniversary last week. The summit, which is often referred to as the Davos of fashion, is a key date in the fashion diary for those businesses with a pioneering vision to highlight issues and create solutions for a more sustainable industry. Read the full story, “Putting Water at the Heart of Sustainable Fashion”, on globalissues.org →
Long Life to Their Majesties, The Bees!
Global Issues News Headlines - 11 hours ago
MADRID, May 20 (IPS) - Amazingly organised social communities, bees ensure food chain. ‘Bee' grateful to them… at least in their Wold Day! Read the full story, “Long Life to Their Majesties, The Bees!”, on globalissues.org →
UN’s Mandate to Protect Human Rights Takes Another Hit
Global Issues News Headlines - 11 hours ago
UNITED NATIONS, May 20 (IPS) - The UN's longstanding mandate to promote and protect human rights worldwide –- undermined recently by right-wing nationalist governments and authoritarian regimes – has taken another hit. Read the full story, “UN’s Mandate to Protect Human Rights Takes Another Hit”, on globalissues.org →
Reflections On This Weird, Wild Job Of Mine
Sometimes really really famous people share my stuff and a deluge of haters rush in to admonish them for doing so because I am evil. I am still not used to either of these things. I took a couple of days off for my wedding […]
Trivia : May 20th
These things happened on this date in history…. First Solo Transatlantic Flight by a Woman May 20, 1932 Amelia Earhart departs from Newfoundland, arriving in Ireland. First Solo Transatlantic Flight May 20, 1927 Charles Lindbergh, in The Spirit of St. Louis, leaves New York. He landed in Paris the following day. Chicago Bans the Sale of Spray Paints May 20, 1992 Citing them as “weapons of terror,” the city of Chicago bans the selling of spray paints in an effort to reduce graffiti. Tiananmen Square May 20, 1989 China imposes martial law as more than a million pro-democracy demonstra... more »
Body Cam Video ‘Missing’ from 17 Cops Who Raided 4yo Boy’s Party, Pointed Guns at Kids, Destroyed Home
[image: raid]Chicago cops have a history of raiding the homes of innocent people and then conveniently 'losing' the body camera footage from it.
Intelligent People Are Heavy Drinkers, According To Studies
http://www.thinkinghumanity.com/2019/04/intelligent-people-are-heavy-drinkers-according-to-studies.html?m=1 Advertisements
Afternoon Napping is as Good as Blood Pressure Pills, Concludes Study
https://forum.facmedicine.com/threads/afternoon-napping-is-as-good-as-blood-pressure-pills-concludes-study.39817/
Giant impact caused difference between Moon’s hemispheres
https://m.phys.org/news/2019-05-giant-impact-difference-moon-hemispheres.html
The 5 Most Common #Thyroid Disorders and What You Need To Know.
https://wakeup-world.com/2014/10/22/the-5-most-common-thyroid-disorders-and-what-you-need-to-know/
#5G Apocalypse: The Extinction Event film reveals how 5G is an assault weapon meant to destroy humanity.
https://www.naturalnews.com/2019-05-19-5g-apocalypse-extinction-event-film-destroy-humanity.html
Bag Bans Won’t Solve the Plastic Pollution problem.
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/bag-bans-wont-solve-the-plastic-pollution-problem/?redirect=1
Hemoglobin #A1c Misses Many Cases of #Diabetes
https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/910989?src=soc_fb_190524_mscpedt_news_mdscp_hemoglobin&faf=1
‘Groundbreaking’ Sharp Images of Distant Planetary System Show 3 Planets Are Missing
https://www.sciencealert.com/groundbreaking-sharp-images-of-a-protoplanetary-system-find-no-planets
I Now Suspect the #Vagus Nerve Is the Key to Well-being
https://www.thecut.com/2019/05/i-now-suspect-the-vagus-nerve-is-the-key-to-well-being.html
Lower-fat diet reduces women’s risk of dying from breast cancer, study says
https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2019/05/15/lower-fat-diet-reduces-risk-dying-breast-cancer-study-says/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.977e44cf508d
A Look Inside The NSA's Outpost In Hawaii
NSA/CSS Unveils New Hawaii Center. CAPT Joseph J. Rochefort Building with double rainbow in sky. *CBS:* *Exclusive look inside NSA Hawaii, the "front lines" of intelligence gathering* CBS News is getting an exclusive look at the National Security Agency's secretive outpost in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. NSA Hawaii is on the front lines of American intelligence gathering, intercepting communications and monitoring a region that includes China and North Korea. The NSA is the largest of the 17 U.S. intelligence agencies, and this outpost in Hawaii is particularly busy these days... more »
Documenting the Train Wreck: Atmospheric CO2 Is Now Higher Than Ever in Human History, and Rising
Atmospheric CO2 levels have now reached 415 ppm. The last time humans experienced levels this high was... never. Human didn't exist.#climatecrisis #climatechange pic.twitter.com/xtRSF2ScGC — Peter Gleick (@PeterGleick) May 13, 2019 *by Thomas Neuburger* *The Kochs and their carbon-lobby friends have essentially won.* –Wen Stephenson (source) *Our betters chose another path for us, and the rest, I'm afraid, will merely be consequences, the train wreck mentioned above, easily foreseen.* –Yours truly (source) I wrote the sentence above in January 2018, part of a backward lo... more »
Have Consumers Already Lost the Online Privacy War?
By Sam Bocetta Technology has increasingly come to occupy a central role in our lives. Growing numbers of people, however, have expressed concerns over how... more »
Opinion: Brazil’s Continuing Institutional Problem
Opinion, by Michael Royster RIBEIRÃO PRETO, BRAZIL – Three years ago, the Curmudgeon published a comment describing Brazil’s biggest problem–the 1988 Constitution created an essentially parliamentary system with institutional features that hinder governance under a presidential system. That continues to be the case, as President Bolsonaro is now, to his chagrin, discovering. For starters, there […] The post Opinion: Brazil’s Continuing Institutional Problem appeared first on The Rio Times.
Ending Obama’s EPA climate deception
Let’s finally review the Endangerment Finding used to justify trillions in climate and energy costs. The post Ending Obama’s EPA climate deception appeared first on CFACT.
The lame never Trumpers support the Democrats
Michael Smith has figured out the plan: "You just scrape up two dozen losers who are so radical or unknown there is no way they can be elected to soak up all the support from the socialist/mentally ill morons and then toss in 76 year-old two time loser and Democrat establishment life-member Joe Biden, who was once rated as one of the most progressive members of the Senate during his 36 years there, but now looks reasonable in comparison. Brilliant!" But then, there was a crowded field in 2015-2016--strongest bench ever for Republicans, and one by one they went down until the total... more »
A Review of "Russell Kirk's Concise Guide to Conservatism"
[image: a-review-of-russell-kirk-s-concise-guide-to-conservatism] A new edition of one of Russell Kirk's classic works offers a wise summation of conservative thought to a new generation of readers.
Calif. May Ban Gas-driven Cars Even Though Some Experts Say Electrics Pollute MORE
[image: calif-may-one-day-ban-gas-driven-cars-even-though-some-experts-say-electrics-pollute-more] Some California cities may be swimming in homeless, hypodermic needles, human waste, and garbage, but Golden State officials really truly do care about the environment, they tell us. In fact, they care so much that some have proposed banning gasoline-powered cars — even though reputable experts say that electric autos pollute more.
Federal Prosecutor Tapped for Russia Investigation
U.S. attorney John Durham, to investigate origins of Russia investigation.
Warren Calls for Federal Abortion-on-Demand Laws
[image: warren-calls-for-federal-abortion-on-demand-laws] Fearful that *Roe v. Wade* will be overturned, Senator (and presidential candidate) Elizabeth Warren has proposed enshrining the abortion-on-demand regime in federal law — and then some.
Biden’s Baggage No Hindrance as Polls Show Him Way Ahead of Other Dems
[image: biden-s-baggage-no-hindrance-as-polls-show-him-way-ahead-of-other-dems] None of Biden's baggage seems to be hindering his running away from the pack of Democrats seeking their party's nomination.
Positive progress on NZ-EU trade talks
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
20-May-2019 Negotiators leading trade talks between New Zealand and the European Union are hopeful a deal can be concluded by the end of 2019, although agriculture still looms as a potential stumbling block.
EU-ACP Cotonou successor faces one year delay
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
20-May-2019 Progress has been painfully slow on a pact between the EU and the 79 countries in the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) community, and few officials now believe the successor deal will be concluded in time to come into force in January 2020.
The AfCFTA enters into force on 30 May
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
20-May-2019 The negotiations on key substantive issues related to trade in goods and trade in services that are still to be completed.
Arbitrage case between Becchetti and Albanian Government settled
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
20-May-2019 While the award rendered by the ICSID on April 24, 2019, has not been disclosed, Albanian media have circulated unconfirmed reports of €110 million.
L'accord d'investissement et l'ALE Hong Kong - ASEAN bientôt en vigueur
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
20-May-2019 En vertu de l'accord d'investissement (AI) conclu entre Hong Kong et l'ASEAN (Association des nations d'Asie du Sud-Est), les clauses relatives à Hong Kong et à cinq pays membres de cette association entreront en vigueur le 17 juin.
Samir: Corral réclame 14 milliards de DH au Maroc devant le CIRDI
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
20-May-2019 Dans son litige face au Maroc, Corral Morocco Holding, actionnaire majoritaire de la Samir, réclame 1,5 milliard de dollars de dédommagements, soit l'équivalent de 14 milliards de DH marocains.
Trump ouvre la voie à l'accord de libre-échange avec le Canada et le Mexique
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
20-May-2019 Les Etats-Unis ont accepté de lever les tarifs douaniers sur l'acier et l'aluminium avec le Canada et le Mexique, ce qui rend très probable la ratification de l'accord de libre-échange entre les trois pays.
US reaches deal with Canada, Mexico to lift tariffs on steel and aluminum
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
20-May-2019 Elimination of these tariffs is expected to remove a significant barrier to passing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
RN talks about forced vaccinations and what a wake up call! Brilliant!
Erin here. I saw this over the weekend, fell in love with it, and knew you all would too. Check it out. We love the truth she’s speaking. “In this informative and education video, Patriot Nurse covers rights, informed consent, patient advocacy and freedom of choice in regards to the recent measles outbreak and ensuing fear […] The post RN talks about forced vaccinations and what a wake up call! Brilliant! appeared first on Health Nut News.
Violence Against Women Act Does Violence to the Constitution
[image: undefined] A common trick of big-government loving politicians is to give legislation names so appealing that it seems no reasonable person could oppose it. The truth is, the more unobjectionable the title, the more objectionable the content. Two well-known examples are the “PATRIOT Act” and the “Access to Affordable and Quality Care Act.” Another great example is the Violence Against Women Act. Passed in 1994, the Violence Against Women Act provides federal grants to, and imposes federal mandates on, state and local governments with the goal of increasing arrests, prosecut... more »
San Francisco Returns to Cash as Silicon Valley Pushes Tech on Nation
By Daniel Taylor Is a ban on facial recognition and a return to cash showing backlash against Big Tech coming from its home turf? As... more »
Did The US Detect A Credible Threat From Iran Or React To Iran Preparing For US Attack?
President Trump and National Security Adviser Bolton (Getty Images) Tensions in Iraq dramatically increased on May 15 when the State Department announced it was pulling out all non-essential personnel from its embassy in Baghdad and consulate in Irbil and the U.S. military was going on high alert in response to what it called a credible threat from Iran. That led Germany, Holland and Slovenia to suspend its training of the Iraqi and Kurdish forces, and Exxon to begin pulling out its staff from Basra. This came after Secretary of State Mike Pompeo made an unexpected visit to Baghdad ... more »
Plastic Trash Talking
Following a viral video of a turtle with a straw in his nose, plastics suddenly went from the “greatest thing since sliced bread” to environmental villain. This post first summarizes the waste plastic problem discussed in a recent GWPF paper. As in other cases of environmental issues, plastic trash talking conflates several problems, including littering, […]
This Day In Iraqi History - May 20
1941 German planes attacked British Habaniya air base in Anbar (Musings On Iraq book review of *Persian Gulf Command, A History of the Second World War In Iran and Iraq*) (Musings On Iraq book review *Iraq 1941, The Battles for Basra, Habbaniya, Fallujah and Baghdad*) (Musings On Iraq book review of *Rashid Ali al-Gailani, The National Movement in Iraq 1939-1941*) (Musings On Iraq book review *Iraq And Syria 1941, The Politics and Strategy of the Second World War*) 1950 1st flight of Near East Air Transport Took Iraqi Jews to Israel Airline was owned by Jewish Agency w... more »
Pentagon Leaves War Reporters in the Dark
By Jason Ditz (ANTIWAR.COM) — As Trump Administration officials continue to talk up war with Iran, one would expect the reporters assigned to the Pentagon to be... more »
On buried dangers
There have been a few recent reports dealing with issues surrounding the Northern Village of Pinehouse - including a systematic refusal to answer access to information requests to which continued at last notice, the disappearance of the village's website and public records, an inspection recommending the removal of Pinehouse's mayor and a councillor which has turned into a formal inquiry and audit, and the recusal of Finance Minister Donna Harpauer from all discussions due to a close personal connection to the councillor in question. But most of the media discussion of the village's... more »
It's Monday...
*so what, you ask?* Monday - the first day of the rest of your life. I have trees to plant. You know - those things that clean the air, provide shade (and often food), and look pretty. Wonder what the greenie-weenies are doing? *Here's Your Monday Kick in the Booty* In this year’s 2019 PragerU Commencement Address, Navy Seal (Ret.) and best-selling author, Jocko Willink, offers some hard-learned, practical advice. It all starts with Discipline. That’s what will get you on the road to personal fulfillment and success – and keep you there. Watch and find out why. You are never to... more »
Monday Morning Links
Miscellaneous material for your Monday reading. - Susan Bradley reports on Dave Phillips' observations as to how Atlantic Canada is already facing the effects of a climate breakdown. Cameron Brick discusses the importance of seeing ourselves as more than consumers in developing a response to our climate crisis. And David Roberts highlights how Jay Inslee has provided the details of a plan to meet the goals of a Green New Deal for the U.S. (which should in turn be adaptable for use elsewhere). - Kate Bratskeir points out the large amount of plastic being burned in the U.S. (and the ... more »
Netizen Report: Amid WhatsApp Attacks, Advocates Launch Legal Challenge Against Israeli Malware Maker
By Netizen Report Team The Advox Netizen Report offers an international snapshot of challenges, victories, and emerging trends in technology and human rights around the...more »
Record US Cold Continues
Since October 1 (start of the water year) afternoon temperatures have been second coldest on record. Spreadsheet Map The US has also been second wettest on record. Graph Map Drought is at historic lows. Map The press has predictably responded … Continue reading →
UK COLUMN: Trump Threatens Iran, Sweden to Snag Assange, Latest on OPCW Leak & more
*UK Column* | Co-hosts Patrick Henningsen and Mike Robinson cover the early week news round-up.
Iran: Power Politics Behind America’s March to War
*Sheila Coombes* | New proposals would effectively sidestep US sanctions on Iranian trade, and effectively sidelining the US dollar.
Jim Chalmers willing to battle Anthony Albanese for Labor leadership
Jim Chalmers is seriously considering a tilt at the Labor leadership in competition with Anthony Albanese. While not as well-known as Mr Albanese, the Labor frontbencher would represent a generational change.
Scott Morrison's key election 2019 tax cut promise faces delay
Tax cuts of up to $1,080 per person could be delayed, with Federal Parliament unlikely to return before June 30.
Lawmaker Tries to Walk Back ‘Consensual Rapes’ Comment
When pressed on whether his explanation made sense, Republican Rep. Barry Hovis said that he believes there is no such thing as “consensual rape.”
And the Winner of the ‘Game of Thrones’ is …
The series finale brought some clear winners, at least one clear loser, and a major upset.
Eiffel Tower Closed Down After Intruder Tries to Climb Up
A team of firefighters including a climbing specialist is on the scene and in touch with the intruder, whose motivations remain unclear.
Harris Wants to Fine Companies That Pay Men More Than Women
The U.S. senator from California says $180 billion would be generated over 10 years, with fines decreasing over time as companies strengthen their equal pay practices.
Trump Warns Iran Not to Threaten US or It Will Face ‘End’
President Trump's tweet follows days of heightened tension sparked by his administration's sudden deployment of bombers and an aircraft carrier to the Persian Gulf over still-unspecified threats.
Russia Wants New Tanks and Stealth Fighters. There's Just 1 Problem with That.
*Task and Purpose* *Security, * Money. *Unlike the U.S. and it’s sky-high weapons export figures, Russia has not been able to sell it’s high end weapons to third parties to subsidize the research, development, and production of next gen systems.* When Russia first unveiled the T-14 Armata tank to the public in 2015, western militaries took note of next-generation juggernaut’s futuristic and flexible design, which was built to replace several armored ground units. But unfortunately for the Russian armed forces, a sluggish economy hit by sanctions and massive corruption doesn’t a... more »
The M-16 Rifle Came to Be Thanks to North Korea
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, * History lessons. *The obvious advantages of the M16 over the larger, heavier M14 in Vietnam, as well as the large number of U.S. troops deployed to Southeast Asia, led to further purchases and eventually the M16 overtook the M14 completely.* The M16 rifle is one of the most iconic weapons of the post-World War II era. American fighting men have carried the M16 in one form or another into combat for more than fifty years, from Vietnam to the present day. The story of the original M16, whose descendants the M16A4 and M4 carbine today fight in Syria an... more »
America's Soft Power We Don't Even Realize We Have
A while back I took at Teaching Company course on Victorian Great Britain. The professor said something about the Victorians that really stuck with me -- he said that the British never understood the soft power they had in the world. The world wanted to dress British and emulate British manners. They read British authors. […]
"US vs. THEM"
*"US vs. THEM"* by Jim Quinn “I’ll show you politics in America. Here it is, right here. “I think the puppet on the right shares my beliefs.” “I think the puppet on the left is more to my liking.” “Hey, wait a minute, there’s one guy holding out both puppets!”” – Bill Hicks "Anyone who frequents Twitter, Facebook, political blogs, economic blogs, or fake news mainstream media channels knows our world is driven by the “Us versus Them” narrative. It’s almost as if “they” are forcing us to choose sides and believe the other side is evil. Bill Hicks died in 1994, but his above quote i... more »
"The Tranquilizer"
*"The Tranquilizer"* by Jim Kunstler "A mental health assessment of the Democratic Party suggests that identity politics had lately turned into an identity crisis. Years of staying woke finally produced hallucinations and violent outbursts. It was time to medicate the patient. Enter, stage right, the Tranquilizer, smiling Uncle Joe Biden, the perfect agent to quell an acute case of adolescent rebellion. Mostly, the rank-and-file don’t seem to know what to make of Uncle Joe’s arrival on the scene. It’s as if they popped .5 milligrams of Xanax a half an hour ago and all the intersect... more »
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From Jenna Orkin Texas bill would allow death penalty for women who get abortions I Oversaw the US Nuclear Power Industry. Now I Think It Should Be Banned. I helped Sell the False Choice of War Once. It's Happening Again Single-Payer Healthcare Is the Worst Kind of Universal HealthcareThe Harvard law professor representing Harvey Weinstein is being removed as a faculty deanStudy Uncovers How Coca-Cola Influences Science Research Doug Casey: Not Just A Trade War, But A Shooting War With China Seems Inevitable A Republican congressman just became the first in his party to call for Tr... more »
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I suppose I could have headlined this "Truth and its consequences". I received this via e-mail, origin unknown. Clickit to biggit. Hey, at least he/she didn't say "Clubbed baby seal" or "Fried delta smelt"! Peter
Donny Deutsch delivers the mail!
*MONDAY, MAY 20, 2019We'll go one step farther:* On Friday night's Eleventh Hour, Donny Deutsch delivered the mail. Deutsch has known Donald J. Trump for decades. He remains friendly with Michael Cohen. As someone from outside the guild, he tends to be willing to ignore guild rules. For that reason, he spoke to Brian Williams in the manner highlighted below about the commander-in-chief: WILLIAMS (5/17/19): *Donny, I don't want to "end dark," but I'm going to have to.* And that is to say that, when you are on Deadline: White House with Nicole Wallace at 4 in the afternoon, you are... more »
10 Foods to Boost Nitric Oxide
Worried about heart disease? Just say NO! One of the most important molecules for blood vessel health is nitric oxide (NO). It is a major vasodilator, keeping blood vessels open and flowing. Doctors have prescribed nitroglycerin for many years to patients with chronic chest pain (angina pectoris). Presidents’ Dwight Eisenhower and Lyndon Johnson lived on […] The post 10 Foods to Boost Nitric Oxide appeared first on The Drs. Wolfson.
European Commission Unwittingly Echoes “1984” Slogan In Controversial Tweet
By Tyler Durden The EU Commission is taking some heat on Twitter after its account tweeted a message that some blasted for perhaps unwittingly echoing... more »
Kosovo’s Ethnography (II): Marriage And Banditry
Part I Ethos, Guns, and Demography In remote mountainous Balkan areas, far away from law and state’s control, wealth and security of a family rest on the number of guns it possesses or better to say on the number of people they are capable of shooting and fighting in general. […]
Expose The Big Lie Of "Russiagate": NSA and CIA Experts Will Show Congress All The "Secret Intelligence' Was False
[image: President Donald J. Trump participates in a walking tour of Cameron LNG Export Terminal Tuesday, May 14, 2019, in Hackberry, La. (Official White House Photo by Shealah Craighead)] With manipulation of "secret intelligence" putting the United States under threat of an Iran war despite President Donald Trump's intentions, it is time to expose, finally and thoroughly, the British-originated faked intelligence which for three years has driven the "Russiagate" attempted coup against the President. In a joint interview with LaRouchePAC TV May 18, very senior experts from the Nati... more »
Rocket Attack Targets U.S. Embassy in Iraq
Rocket Attack Targets U.S. Embassy in Iraq by Carlo Muñoz – The Washington Times – Sunday, May 19, 2019, https://www.washingtontimes.com/ The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad was the target of a rocket attack late Sunday, days after the Trump White House ordered American diplomatic personnel to pull out of the country. – Iraqi military officials confirmed Sunday …
US Destroyer Armed with Missiles Enters S. China Sea in Challenge to Beijing’s Territorial Claims
US Destroyer Armed with Missiles Enters S. China Sea in Challenge to Beijing’s Territorial Claims by https://www.rt.com/ A US Navy Arleigh Burke-class destroyer sailed next to a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, ignoring repeated warnings from Beijing to stay clear of the region amid rising tensions between the two economic superpowers. – On …
The World Begins To Reject Globalism, Next The Central Bank
X22Report Published on May 19, 2019 The BREXIT party is getting very close to winning, if they win come this May 31, Nigel Farage will push for a no-deal BREXIT. Control is returning to people. In Australia the MSM was completely wrong and Morrison won the election. Nations are rejecting globalism and Merkel has lumped …
Five Eyes SPY GAME. George Papadopoulos Details How Coup Against Trump Started
The Duran Published on May 19, 2019 The Duran Quick Take: Episode 174. This is the story of how the soft coup against US President Trump began. The Duran’s Alex Christoforou and Editor-in-Chief Alexander Mercouris discuss the ‘James Bond-like’, real life spy saga that targeted George Papadopoulos, and kicked off the two year long Mueller …
WATCH: Good Cop Jumps in to Stop Bad Cop from Beating Innocent Man, Bad Cop Convicted
[image: cop]Video of a Texas cop beating an innocent man was so disturbing that the cop was actually convicted and sentenced to jail this month.
Waste Watch: Fashion Stumbles on Sustainability
The fashion industry struggles to be more sustainable - is the answer more regulation, or can the industry reform on its own?
On Political Hedonism and Political Atheism
Leo Strauss notes that Thomas Hobbes is the creator of political hedonism and political atheism. In his book *Natural Right and History*, (Chapter 5, “Modern Natural Right”; Page 168-169), Strauss writes: Hobbes rejects the idealistic tradition on the basis of a fundamental agreement with it. He means to do adequately what the Socratic tradition did in a wholly inadequate manner. He means to succeed where the Socratic tradition had failed. He traces the failure of the idealistic tradition to one fundamental mistake: traditional political philosophy assumed that man is by nature...more »
Harvard Law Professor Representing Harvey Weinstein Is Removed as Faculty Dean
Professor Ronald Sullivan will no longer be faculty dean of Winthrop House. The reason is that the professor was part of the legal team defending former movie mogul, Harvey Weinstein, whose downfall helped launch the #MeToo movement.
Illegal Alien from Kenya Charged with Murder of 12 elderly Women, Suspected in 750 More Deaths at Senior Living Facilities
His arrest record includes two drunk-driving incidents, domestic assault against his girlfriend, and criminal trespass. In spite of this record, police never reported him to immigration authorities. That's because not reporting illegal aliens who commit crimes has been the official policy in numerous cities in Texas.
US Representative Tulsi Gabbard Says She Is Running for President in Order to Serve the American People
When she was elected to Congress six years ago, the new candidates were separated between the two parties and she was told to vote only for bills that strengthen the Democrat party and reject all bills proposed by Republicans.
G. Edward Griffin and Jake Morphonios Explain Red Pill Expo – Event of the Year for Truth Seekers
Jake Morphonios, a featured speaker at the upcoming Red Pill Expo, interviews G. Edward Griffin, creator of the Expo, who explains the origin and purpose of the upcoming event. It's much more significant than you might think.
The American Military's New Trojan Horse Strategy
A conversation with United States Air Force Chief of Staff General David Goldfein at the Brookings Institute gives us an interesting glimpse into a new concept of warfare that is being developed against both China and Russia. Under the new strategy, U.S. forces will be able to penetrate enemy territory by land, sea and air at the same time in stealth mode. Here are some key excerpts from the conversation between Michael O'Hanlon, Senior Fellow, Foreign Policy at the Brookings Institution and General David Goldfein. When asked about multi domain operations and how it would affect ... more »
Man Involved With Selling Units in Collapsed Buildings in Rio is Arrested
[image: Brazil, Rio de Janeiro,Firefighters look for survivors in Friday's collapse of two buildings in the Muzema community in Rio de Janeiro.] By Lise Alves, Senior Contributing Reporter SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – Rio de Janeiro police have arrested one of the men they say is criminally involved with the collapse of two buildings in the Muzema community on April 12th in the Western part of the city. The failure of the buildings left twenty-four people dead. Police […] The post Man Involved With Selling Units in Collapsed Buildings in Rio is Arrested appeared first on The Rio Times.
An Overcompensating Bully
Chas Danner reports in *New York Magazine *that things are heating up in the Middle East: On Sunday, a rocket was fired into Baghdad’s fortified Green Zone for the first time since late last year, landing less than a mile from the U.S. Embassy. No one was injured by the rocket, which according to the Washington Post may have been a warning shot from Iran-backed Shiite militias, who have used rockets to protest U.S. policy in the past. The harmless rocket was also precisely the kind of thing that Bolton and Pompeo have threatened to retaliate for, as they have said Iran will be hel... more »
Never forget 'shock & awe'
George Galloway is a British politician, broadcaster and writer. Between 1987 and 2015, with a gap in 2010–12, he represented four constituencies as a Member of Parliament, elected as a candidate for the Labour Party and later the Respect Party.
Letter from an “Anti-School Teacher”
I recently received this email from a self-styled “anti-school teacher.” Reprinted unchanged with permission of the author, Samuel Mosley. Dear Professor Caplan, My name is Samuel Mosley. I studied economics at Beloit College, my advisor was a former graduate student of yours, Laura Grube. I recently read The Case Against Education and it explained so much of […] The post Letter from an “Anti-School Teacher” appeared first on Econlib.
Virtue and vice signalling
Robert Shrimsley has an amusing piece in the Financial Times, which discusses virtue signalling: Virtue-signalling, for those who have never felt drawn to the term, is the apparently modern crime of trying to be seen doing the right thing. The implication is that the virtue-signaller does not really believe what they are saying but simply […] The post Virtue and vice signalling appeared first on Econlib.
FROM THE "RISE OF LEADERSHIP DOWN" FILE: Digest of reports!
*MONDAY, MAY 20, 2019Starting tomorrow, Basic Skill Levels Still Down:* For readers of the Washington Post, it was a very tough weekend. For example: Yesterday afternoon, we wasted hours clicking the links in the Sunday Outlook essay authored by Jay Newton-Small. After that, we tried to convince ourselves that Outlook had actually published this essay by 31-year-old on-line classicist Donna Zuckerberg. The essay, though perhaps not the person, was a truly strange piece of work. In the case of Newton-Small, we were maddened by the number of links which led to sources which made ... more »
Albanese says policy reset needed, but curbing franking credits still on the cards
Anthony Albanese, the first Labor MP to declare his interest in the leadership, has told 7.30's Leigh Sales his party needs to "recalibrate" its message on economic growth and refresh its policy offering.
Is Tornado Frequency Increasing in Parts of the United States?
More maps and info here: https://www.spc.noaa.gov/wcm/#data For a comparison of the 2019 season to earlier years, see here: https://www.spc.noaa.gov/wcm/adj.html “Is … Continue reading →
US House Ways and Means Committee Chair Neal Statement on Treasury’s Failure to Comply with Subpoena re Trump Tax Returns
“NEAL STATEMENT ON TREASURY’S FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH SUBPOENA May 17, 2019 Press Release WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Ways & Means … Continue reading →
CANDIDATES, TALK TO REPUBLICAN VOTERS IF YOU LIKE -- DON'T TALK TO PARTY HACKS IN THE MEDIA
Last Friday, Pete Buttigieg was a guest on Hugh Hewitt's radio show. One exchange from that show has received a lot of attention: HH: ... Let’s go to policy now. A very blunt question, because you talk about going to every Jefferson-Jackson dinner in Indiana when you were running statewide. Should Jefferson-Jackson dinners be renamed everywhere because both were holders of slaves? PB: Yeah, we’re doing that in Indiana. I think it’s the right thing to do. You know, over time, you develop and evolve on the things you choose to honor. And I think we know enough, especially Jackson, you... more »
Gay voters favoured Warren’s seat
by Robert J Lee Incredibly the perennial Warren Entsch has managed to hang onto the seat of Leichardt defeating Labor’s gay candidate Elida Faith, a former Centrelink worker. Liberal Warren was champion of the same sex marriage bill which passed through parliament last year after a dodgy postal plebiscite which saw 248,000 envelopes returned to […]
Warning to all over Iran attack
*Distance yourself from U.S. Iran policies or be responsible for the next catastrophe in the Middle East* *By Jan Oberg* Remember President Trump’s tweet and accompanying statements by the Trump administration officials concerning Iran – as reported here by CNN on May 19, 2019. Trump’s statement amounts to a de facto declaration of war on Iran. Objectively speaking, it is a lie that Iran threatens the US. It is a lie that the US sends aircraft carriers to the region in self-defence. It’s lies as blatant as the one about Saddam’s weapons of mass destruction. You may think that this... more »
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*The case for low-cost private education in the UK* Parents are forced to pay for schools via taxation and if they opt out of that service, whether it be to homeschool or for private school, they do not receive a rebate. So schools are guaranteed an income even when their services are not valued by parents. In particular, it is the parents who cannot afford private school fees or who cannot afford to move to neighbourhoods with higher-performing state schools who are stuck. This means that the poorest children get the worst deal out of the UK’s education system. Introducing a low... more »
It Would Be a Big Mistake: Don't Trade 'New' F-15s for F-35s
*David Axe* *Security, * Lots of reasons. *If funding falls and the Air Force must choose between non-stealthy F-15Xs and stealthy F-35s, the flying branch might pick the longer-lasting F-15Xs, Duckworth said. That could undermine the F-35 program, she warned.* The U.S. Senate Armed Services Committee on March 4, 2019 questioned the U.S. Air Force's proposal to buy *new F-15Xs* from Boeing starting in 2020. Sen. Jim Inhofe, an Oklahoma Republican, and ranking member Sen. Jack Reed, a Rhode Island Democrat, asked how the Air Force could justify buying non-stealthy, fourth-genera... more »
The U.S. Navy's Darkest Day: How America Nearly Lost an Aircraft Carrier
*James Holmes* *Security, * How it all happened. *They put themselves ahead of the institution, and they deploy leadership and management tactics that advance their personal interests—even at the expense of colleagues or subordinates.* Seldom do I come away incensed from reading history. The saga of the World War II aircraft carrier USS *Franklin* (CV-13) constitutes an exception. We normally think of *Franklin*’s history as a parable about the importance of shipboard firefighting and damage control. It’s about materiel and methods, in other words. And these things are importan... more »
Here's a Shocker of an Idea: Let's Get Rid of the U.S. Air Force
*Robert Farley* *Security, * One of our most celebrated writers makes the case. *These campaigns bear little resemblance, even conceptually, to the expectations of the men who most strongly advocated for independent air forces in the ‘20s, ‘30s and ‘40s. The big strategic campaigns, including the Combined Bomber Offensive in World War II and Rolling Thunder and Linebacker II in Vietnam, witnessed the expenditure of tremendous sums of men, money and aircraft to limited and ambiguous strategic effect.* With the Iraq War over and the fighting in Afghanistan winding down, why does ... more »
VIDEO: Watch a Stealth B-2 Bomber Drop a Bunker-Buster Bomb
*Mark Episkopos* *Security, * A pretty amazing event. The B-2 Spirit is the most advanced strategic bomber in the US Air Force (USAF) roster, occupying a vital role in the American nuclear triad for its blend of deep penetration and heavy ordnance delivery capabilities. There has been no shortage of B-2 *footage *over the past several decades, extensively capturing its takeoff and maintenance routines as well as a wide range of aerial shots. However, there has been a curious dearth of B-2 weapons exercise clips-- until now. Last week, the US Air Force posted a *two-minute long ... more »
Russian Air Force unleashes heavy attack in northwestern Syria
BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:40 P.M.) – The Russian Air Force let loose a large-scale attack across northwestern Syria recently, targeting several areas under the control of the militant forces. According to a military report from the Hama Governorate, the Russian Air Force heavily targeted the western countryside of the Idlib Governorate, hitting Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham’s positions […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
British special forces join US strike group against Iran
British Special Forces have flown to the Middle East in the framework of a top-secret mission to rebuff possible Iranian attacks on merchant ships, according to The Sun. Members of the elite Special Boat Service are reported to have joined UK registered oil tankers heading towards the Persian Gulf, subsequently to be tasked with monitoring […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Breaking: Turkish-backed rebels launch major counter-offensive to reclaim lost territory in Hama
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:40 A.M.) – For the second time in the last 24 hours, the Turkish-backed rebels have launched a major counter-offensive to retake the areas they lost to the Syrian Arab Army (SAA) in northwestern Hama. Led by the National Liberation Front, the Turkish-backed rebels began the assault by storming the Syrian Army’s defenses […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
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*Chinese researchers find the OPPOSITE of what global warming theory predicts -- in a study of Antarctic ice 1978–2016 * *They found lots of ups and downs in sea ice extent but a significant trend towards MORE ice.They were however mostly interested in what caused the fluctuations, in particular the very low ice cover in February 2011 and the big bounceback the year after. They attributed it to variations in cloud cover. No mention of CO2And they found that clouds had a COOLING effect, which is the exact opposite of what global warming theory says. Warmists say that a war... more »
Belgium’s Nuclear Driven Capacity Crunch
By Paul Homewood Timera’s post on decarbonising gas throws into the spotlight their report a year ago about closure of Belgian nuclear plants: Belgium’s nuclear driven capacity crunch Nuclear power is not popular in Belgium. Belgium’s nukes are even more unpopular with Germany and the Netherlands, given their locations near these borders […]
Decarbonising European Gas
By Paul Homewood Timera have a pertinent blog on decarbonising gas: May 20, 2019 The COP-21 Paris climate accord marked the beginning of the end for coal in Europe. Most European countries are taking clear actions to drive coal out of the energy mix through the 2020s. Could gas face a similar […]
STING operation by “unknown individuals” brings down Austria’s coalition government (Video)
The Duran Quick Take: Episode 175. The post STING operation by “unknown individuals” brings down Austria’s coalition government (Video) appeared first on The Duran.
Lawrence Wilkerson Warns The US Is Driving Down A Highway To War With China
Pentagon document warns against Chinese espionage and the development of overseas strike ability. The post Lawrence Wilkerson Warns The US Is Driving Down A Highway To War With China appeared first on The Duran.
Russia Grinds Out Wins In Europe
Europe is finally coming to its senses five years after the coup in Kiev started what is now the new Cold War between Russia and the West. The post Russia Grinds Out Wins In Europe appeared first on The Duran.
“…no dangerous warming in the past two decades,…even the past 200 years”
“It can, however, be declared with absolute certainty that there has been no dangerous warming in the past two decades, and even in the past 200 years. The post-Little Ice Age warming trend has been anything but dangerous, causing hardly … Continue reading →
Marijuana Business This Week: MMJ showdown in CA county, Nevada oversight overhaul, MO big-money fundraiser & more
Here are some notable stories and events to watch for in the coming days: FIGHT FOR LIFE: Friday is supposed to mark the final day for medical cannabis sales in Kern County, California, pending the possible disposition of last-gasp legal challenges brought by dispensary owners. The County Board of Supervisors on March 18 denied all […] Marijuana Business This Week: MMJ showdown in CA county, Nevada oversight overhaul, MO big-money fundraiser & more is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Godfather of Vaccines on the Use of Aborted Babies for Vaccine Development
In January of 2018 Stanley Plotkin, who is often labelled the Godfather of Vaccines due to his unprecedented amount of work and published literature in the field of Vaccine production was put in front of a camera for a 10 hour deposition in regards to a case involving two parents who had a disagreement over whether their child should, or should not be vaccinated. The post Godfather of Vaccines on the Use of Aborted Babies for Vaccine Development appeared first on OYE Alternative News.
Editor's Note
It is a national holiday in Canada today. Spending time with the family, so blogging will be light.
Will Trump try to have the source for the NYT story on his DB money laundering murdered?
*In a new series of unhinged tweets about his money laundering, Trump makes the fake claim that the NYT has no source for its report that his DB accounts are filled with Russian oligarch bribe money.* https://twitter.com/realdonaldtrump?lang=de *The source is called Tammy McFadden. DB fired her. Now let's all see if Trump and his son in law Jared Kushner try to silence her, imprison her and murder her.* https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/19/business/deutsche-bank-trump-kushner.html *He also does not deny the claim transfers to his accounts were laundered money in his twitter rant. Hi... more »
Alan Bedenko’s legal work for Erie County raises questions of Poloncarz patronage
The local blogger Alan Bedenko, who has been known to relentlessly smear weak opposition candidates for public office who dare to challenge headquarters aligned Democrat incumbents. His political musings were had once appeared as a regular feature in Artvoice and later
Jacobs announcement sets off frenzied speculation over 60th district
Senator Chris Jacobs‘ announcement that he intends to primary Rep. Chris Collins in the Republican Party primary contest in the 27th congressional district is creating a frenzy of speculation and posturing from prospective candidates on both sides of the aisle
A convention center was stolen from Niagara Falls in 2002 — and it was never replaced
In 2002 the State of New York struck a deal with the Seneca Nation of Indians as part of a Compact with the sovereign Indian Nation to bring a ‘Vegas-style’ gaming venue that was to anchor the City’s commercial rebirth. That
Fremont Street in Las Vegas could be a model for ‘Tesla Street’ in Niagara Falls
Now that Empire State Development has acquired a key downtown parcel along Old Falls Street — one in a series of transactions with local businessman Joe Anderson — at the rate-setting price of $1 million per acre — urban planners are
Brazil Backs Down And Announces Participation in UN Climate Event
By Lise Alves, Senior Contributing Reporter SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – Seven days after announcing that it was canceling its participation, Brazil’s Ministry of Environment backed down and announced on Sunday that it would send representatives to the Latin American and Caribbean Climate Week, to be held from August 19th to 23rd in Salvador, Bahia. The […] The post Brazil Backs Down And Announces Participation in UN Climate Event appeared first on The Rio Times.
More than One Third of Brazilians over the Age of Fourteen Have not Completed Elementary School
By Xiu Ying, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Thirty-five percent of working age individuals in Brazil have not completed elementary school. Data was released last week by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) and is part of the National Household Sample Survey (Pnad) for the first quarter of 2019. Elementary school […] The post More than One Third of Brazilians over the Age of Fourteen Have not Completed Elementary School appeared first on The Rio Times.
Will The Bluest District In America Elect New York's Most Bigoted Democrat?
*Tomas Ramos and Ruben Diaz, Sr-- NY-15* In a sermon blog post yesterday, If White Conservatives Loved All People The Way They Do Embryos, Rev. John Pavlovitz noted that, for all the tears and showy garment-rending over women's Choice, the conservatives stop caring about embryos who turn into people: "these supposed life-lovers often don’t treat them like they’re at all human. Nine or thirteen or thirty-two or sixty-five years later when they show up in their communities and in their emergency rooms and along their borders, in need of food or refuge or healthcare or compassion-- the... more »
Why the Greeks should go back to their (Swiss), democratic roots in May elections, Alexis Tsipras comes to Larisa tomorrow to campaign
*Eugenicist Globalist Alexis Tsipras is to hold a rally tomorrow evening in Larisa in the central square ahead of European and local elections at a time of ferment, change and crisis.* *https://www.larissanet.gr/2019/05/12/sti-larisa-stis-21-maiou-o-alexis-tsipras/* *https://www.larissanet.gr/2019/05/17/ora-tsipra-gia-ti-larisa/* *http://www.ekathimerini.com/240656/article/ekathimerini/news/greece-needs-more-reforms-tsipras-tells-ft* *"Nine out of 10 Greeks have no confidence in the country’s political system, according to a poll conducted by the European Council on Foreign Relation... more »
"Friend, Foe, Or Unknown Force Flying Overhead?"
*"Friend, Foe, Or Unknown Force Flying Overhead?"* by Christopher Mellon "Since 2015, dozens of Navy F-18 fighter jets have encountered Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (UAPs) - once commonly referred to as UFOs - off the East Coast of the United States, some not far from the nation’s capital. Encounters have been reported by other military aircraft and civilian airliners elsewhere in the U.S. and abroad, too, including videos shot by airline passengers. What these UAPs were and who was flying them - whether friends, foes or unknown forces - remains a mystery. Yet careful examination... more »
Old agreements must be terminated to bring life to investment
bilaterals.org - 16 hours ago
20-May-2019 Indonesia and Australia should agree to terminate the BIT upon entry into force of the IA-CEPA regardless of whether it ultimately includes an ISDS mechanism.
India reports trade deficit with 11 RCEP members in FY 2018-19
bilaterals.org - 16 hours ago
20-May-2019 ndia has registered trade deficit in 2018-19 with as many as 11 Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) member countries that are negotiating a mega trade pact since November 2012.
Environmental myths
Eco-radicals have never been right, and never will be, because their message is based on political agendas rather than sound science. The post Environmental myths appeared first on CFACT.
A university requested retractions of eight papers. It took journals a year to yank four of them.
On March 30, 2018, The Ohio State University (OSU) released a 75-page report concluding that Ching-Shih Chen, a cancer researcher, had deviated “from the accepted practices of image handling and figure generation and intentionally falsifying data.” The report recommended the retraction of eight papers. By the end of August of 2018, Chen had had four … Continue reading A university requested retractions of eight papers. It took journals a year to yank four of them.
Package containing powder addressed to Sarah Hanson‑Young
Just In - 16 hours ago
An envelope addressed to Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young containing an unknown powder is sent to the party's Adelaide office, with a spokesperson confirming a threat was also made against her.
How former guerilla soldiers traded their guns for paddles and became champions of peace
The world's best rafters tame the mighty Tully River in far north Queensland the Colombians fly flag for peace
Game of Thrones had one last surprise in its finale (not including the water bottle)
RIP Game of Thrones. Nine years and eight seasons of television have come to a spectacular end. So who ends up on the throne? And was it worth it? *SPOILER WARNING*
'Wanna fight? Let's do it': China abruptly switches programming to air anti-US movies amid trade war
As the US's trade war with China escalates, Beijing decides to air a number of anti-American films across Chinese television in a suspected battle for hearts and minds.
( I'm old enough to remember when China was 'an enemy'....until Tricky Dick changed that. Trump is Presiding over resumption of the Cold War with Russia - while being accused of being Putin's puppet in a fine example of dysfunctional public propaganda - and is working hard at getting China to take the same attitude. Oh, yes....the USA owes them a ton of moolah. Sanctions - refusing to honour just debt - is therefore a real threat against the stability of the crazy international financial order )
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