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Global Peace Index Report For 2019 Is Released. Iceland Is The Most Peaceful. Afghanistan Is The Most Violent
A map showing countries ranked by their Global Peace Index, with Afghanistan scoring worst and Iceland best. The bottom 10 countries are listed left and the top 10 right *Daily Mail: **Iceland is the most peaceful nation on Earth and world 'peacefulness' has improved for the first time in five years, according to new global rankings* * Iceland, New Zealand and Portugal were the top three in the Global Peace Index * Afghanistan moved below Syria to come bottom, with South Sudan third-worst * America's ranking also fell as the report's authors cited growing 'polarisation' Iceland... more »
Musical Interlude: 2002, “Falling Through Time”
2002, “Falling Through Time”
The Poet: Robert Frost, ”Into My Own"
*"Into My Own"* "One of my wishes is that those dark trees, So old and firm they scarcely show the breeze, Were not, as ’twere, the merest mask of gloom, But stretched away unto the edge of doom. I should not be withheld but that some day Into their vastness I should steal away, Fearless of ever finding open land, Or highway where the slow wheel pours the sand. I do not see why I should e’er turn back, Or those should not set forth upon my track To overtake me, who should miss me here And long to know if still I held them dear. They would not find me changed from him ... more »
“Sign Over The Gates Of Hell...”
"Sign over the gates of Hell: *"Doesn't mean you're a bad person."* ~ Robert Brault
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in North Korea
*BBC:* *Xi Jinping visits N Korea to boost China's ties with Kim* China's President Xi Jinping is heading to North Korea for a meeting with Kim Jong-un, in the first Chinese state visit to the North since 2005. The two, who have met in China four times, are expected to discuss the stalled talks over the North's nuclear programme as well as economic issues. China is hugely important to North Korea, as its main trading partner. Mr Xi's visit comes a week before the G20 summit in Japan, where he is set to meet US President Donald Trump. *Read more* .... *More News On Chinese Preside... more »
What Caused German Chancellor Merkel's Violent Shaking?
*The Telegraph:* *What caused Angela Merkel's violent shaking? * German Chancellor Angela Merkel is nothing if not a worker. Despite having held Germany’s highest office for the past 14 years, she barely ever shows signs of stress and is known among colleagues for rarely, if ever, taking a sick day. Which made it all the more concerning when Merkel was filmed visibly shaking during a military ceremony welcoming the new Ukrainian president to Berlin on Tuesday. Merkel’s team was quick to brush off any fears about the Chancellor’s ill health. In a press conference after the ceremon... more »
The Protocols of Zion is Derived from the Jewish Talmud, But never Semitic
Discussing the crimes of Apartheid Israel is never anti-Semitic for they are not the true Semites in the Land of Palestine. But the Protocols of Zion does come from the Jewish Talmud and you’ll be shocked about what you can read there. How the World Was Brought Down To Its Knees How the World Was … Continue reading The Protocols of Zion is Derived from the Jewish Talmud, But never Semitic →
Out of Range: Why China's J-20 Might Have the Tools to Kill an F-35
*Mark Episkopos* *Security, Asia* [image: By U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Donald R. Allen - http://www.dvidshub.net/image/935698/aerial-refueling-f-35-lightning-ii-joint-strike-fighters-eglin-afb-fla#.UZyEMrVU8QY, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=49689165] Bad news? *The J-20’s two side-mounted PL-10 missiles, while less conspicuous than their long range counterpart, are a key factor in the J-20’s operational versatility.* The Chinese People’s Liberation Army Air Force made waves at the 2018 Zhuhai Airshow with the latest showing of their fla... more »
12,000 Rounds a Minute (And Yet, This Gun Was a Flop)
*War Is Boring* *Security, * Why? *The gun weighed 28 pounds with an integral electric motor—only three pounds more than the Minigun all by itself.* General Electric’s armament division struck it big when it brought Gatling guns back in the late 1950s. The company hoped it could sell different models for almost every conceivable mission. So less than a decade after introducing the iconic Minigun, the Vermont-based defense contractor developed yet another multiple-barrel light machine gun. The designers expected the new “Microgun” to be a popular alternative to traditional infa... more »
China Can See Your F-22 or F-35 (As In They Claim They Can Track Stealth Fighters)
*Michael Peck* *Technology, Asia* [image: (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jeremy Starr)] Is that even possible? *Wu Jianqi, a senior scientist at the state-owned China Electronics Technology Group Corporation, told Chinese media that his team has solved this dilemma.* China claims to have developed a special radar that can detect stealth aircraft. In addition, it also functions as a fire control radar that can guide missiles toward stealthy jets like the F-35. “Meter wave radar can be deployed on vehicles, on land and warships, creating a dense web ... more »
This May Be the Most Dangerous Dog Toy Ever Created – Linked to Choking Hazards, Dental Issues, Digestive Problems and Even Deaths
If you are like most dog owners, you will probably go above and beyond to make your furry friend happy. And if your pet likes a toy or a snack, it is hard not to give it to them. Unfortunately, animals are not always capable of knowing what is good for them, and animal toy and snack makers take full advantage of that. Rawhide is easily the most popular dog chew on the market, but what many do not realize is – it is also the most dangerous. It has been known to cause intestinal blockages and stomach torsion, vomiting and diarrhea, salmonella and chemical poisoning, and finally choking... more »
Iran Is Claiming That They Have Shot Down A U.S. Drone
Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency released this picture amid claims the Revolutionary Guard had shot down a US drone *The Guardian: **Iran says it has shot down US drone as missile strike in Saudi Arabia raises tensions* US military denies it had aircraft in Iranian airspace amid strained relations with Tehran after last week’s oil tanker attacks US President Donald Trump has been briefed on the details of a missile strike in Saudi Arabia that appeared to come from Yemen, White House spokeswoman Sarah Sanders has said, as Iran claimed in a separate incident to have shot down a US ... more »
Bernardi cites 'lack of political success' as he calls time on his breakaway party
Colourful senator Cory Bernardi says he has begun the process of deregistering Australian Conservatives due its poor performance at the ballot box and a lack of money.
Owners agree to foot $1 million repair bill, as residents face month- long wait to return home
Residents in the beleaguered Mascot Towers face at least another month out of their apartments, as owners vote overwhelmingly in favour of paying a $1 million levy towards the cost of repairing the 10-storey building.
See-through wheelie bin idea to make residents 'face their waste'
Transparent recycling bins have been proposed by an Adelaide councillor "to encourage positive behavioural change" and help tourists use public bins correctly.
There's a paradox in the AFL's shaming of Jaidyn Stephenson
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If the AFL wants to hang players like Jaidyn Stephenson out to dry, it's only reasonable that they cut their own lucrative ties with sports-betting agencies, writes Steve Georgakis.
Adidas can't trademark three stripes, court rules
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A European Union court says the three stripes used in Adidas's symbol do not have a "distinctive character" that customers could use distinguish the company's products from those of another.
Parent bank details, signatures compromised as cyber attack hits Catholic high school
Nagle Catholic College principal Rob Crothers warns parents their bank details and signatures may have been stolen after a four-day "widespread cyber security attack" triggered by an email that also targeted other schools.
Is Victoria spending more on infrastructure than the entire Commonwealth?
Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas claims that the State Government is spending more on infrastructure in the state than the Federal Government plans to spend across Australia over the next decade. Is he correct?
'I don't believe your figure is correct': Cancer fraud disputes $90k spending figure
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The fake wellness blogger spent more than $90,000 in two years and went to Bali and Africa, but she says she cannot pay her fine for conning Australians.
US denies 'spy' drone shot down by Tehran was in Iranian airspace
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Amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington, Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards say they have shot down a US "spy" drone that entered Iranian airspace — but the US military says the incident occurred in international airspace.
Clairvoyant claims at Dawson murder trial as former teacher faces historic sex charge
Former school teacher Chris Dawson, the subject of the popular Teacher's Pet podcast, faces a new charge of "carnal knowledge" with a girl, at a school on Sydney's northern beaches in the 1970s and 80s.
Irena Ceranic's early childhood ended when shells destroyed her family home
As Irena Ceranic and her family hid in her neighbour's cellar as shells fell from above, she knew her childhood in Sarajevo was over. But a new life began when her mother risked it all to flee with her children to Australia.
Thou Shalt Not Steal Thy Neighbor’s Surveillance Camera
Louisiana authorities say a burglar effectively caught himself red-handed, unwittingly livestreaming his theft of a neighbor’s new surveillance camera.
Woman Trapped in St. Louis Jail Stairwell for 2.5 Days
St. Louis Corrections Commissioner Dale Glass said the woman didn’t appear to be suffering when she was found and refused to go to a hospital.
The Swarm: Billions of Skeeter Lookalikes Plague New Orleans
Billions of mosquito lookalikes are showing up in the New Orleans area, blanketing car windshields, littering the ground with bodies and even scaring some folks.
Dr. Dale Bredesen Says that 95% of Alzheimer’s Cases Are Caused By Lifestyle Choices that Can Be Improved
Dr. Dale Bredesen developed the ReCODE protocol for an effective treatment that includes dietary change and fasting. Alzheimer's affects over 15% of the US population and is now the third leading cause of death, costing over $220 billion annually.
UK Study Warns that Eating an Extra Fast Food Burger a Day Can Cause Dementia
A new study from the UK claims that eating fast food and little physical activity can cause dementia, and that the disease is irreversible.
The 2020 U.S. Presidential Campaign Is Going To Be A Challenge For The Secret Service
*Tom Rogan, Washington Examiner:* *For the Secret Service, a challenging 2020 campaign awaits* Thousands of President Trump's supporters reveled in the raucous start to his 2020 reelection campaign last night. But around 150 folks in and around Orlando's Amway Center weren't having very much fun at all. Namely, the agents and officers of the U.S. Secret Service. Because for those public servants and their compatriots across the nation, two factors will make the 2020 campaign a particular protective challenge: scale and emotion. *Read more* .... *WNU Editor:* This is always my bi... more »
Declining June 19 Temperatures In The US
Prior to about 1940, June 19 used to frequently be a hot day in the US, but June 19 temperatures have been declining since the 19th century. One notable exception being 1988, during the week when James Hansen gave his … Continue reading →
These Statistics Show Why the Status Quo Is Failing Most Americans
Ugly but important statistics on America's fraying social fabric.
Arkancided or MS-13 Assassinations? Six Related Pizzagate Deaths In 72 Hours
[image: pelosi ms 13] This looks like a purge aimed at blocking retribution but may also be to block disclosure itself. Whatever it is, it is heavy handed and involving largely small players which keeps it below the radar. Yet it seems related to Pizzagate in particular and the whole Clinton world. Someone must have gathered a lot of information to identify the key targets. Alternately, they are all in witness protection. In that case something is coming down in terms of the Child sex trafficking investigation and its relationship to HRC. Death by gunshot must by pass a lot ... more »
The Coming Software Apocalypse
This wonderfully informs a hostile on how to engineer a real cypher attack. What is worse, our software is not naturally resistant at all. This represents a real class of vulnerabilities that needs to be winkled out of all known software. We can call it the arbitrary constant risk which is exactly similar to the original Y2K software risk. All software needs to be vetted for constants and their risk evaluated. Going forward, awareness is the key. The first time is actually funny. The second time it is your job. . . *The Coming Software Apocalypse* * A small group ... more »
China's Rare Earth Monopoly Is Diminishing
The constant concern regarding China has naturally induced the whole mining industry to pay serious attention. This naturally leads quickly to an enlarged inventory of prospects and the revitalization of centuries of exploration discoveries. By accident, China moved forward early on this sector and then invested heavily to maximize its share and created the necessary infrastructure. So yes they have a great position. The problem is that this can be replicated and replicated easily while new sources are been brought on stream. Thus we are seeing the shift in the numbers beg... more »
SpaceX Sues the Government Over $2 Billion In Rocket Contracts
Welcome to the arcane world of advanced systems procurement. i am sure that the DOD wants more competition, not least because that competition has been wonderfully successful in meeting the DOD goals. This was their chance to launch Bezos into the game. As the last line clarifies, Space X is ensuring that the playing field remains level and is not rewriting anything. Now imagine all this hardware been used on craft able to also directly manage gravity as well. This allows us to use these engines to push a 500,000 ton shipping barge into orbit and over to Mars without havin... more »
In-Depth: UK Trade Commissioner for Latin America Speaks of Brazil’s Potential
[image: Before her current role, Crellin was British Consul-General in São Paulo, and she is also the Director-General for the Department for International Trade (DIT) for Latin America, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Brazil News,] By Jack Arnhold, Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Joanna Crellin has been strengthening trade bonds between the UK and Latin American countries for over a year now as Her Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Latin America and the Caribbean. She spoke with The Rio Times about the positive trade news coming out of Brazil […] The post In-Depth: UK Trade ... more »
Second Journalist Killed in City Near Rio de Janeiro
By Newsfeed RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The director of a news site in Maricá, in the metropolitan region of Rio de Janeiro, was killed on June 18th. Romário da Silva Barros, 31, was inside his car when he was shot three times, according to G1. He is the second journalist killed there in less […] The post Second Journalist Killed in City Near Rio de Janeiro appeared first on The Rio Times.
Brazil Stock Market Index Hits Record High, Closes above 100,000
By Newsfeed/Bloomberg SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – Brazil’s equity benchmark Ibovespa index closed on Wednesday, June 19th, above the 100,000 mark for the first time on record as dovish signals from the Federal Reserve added support to global asset prices, potentially signaling increased odds for rate cuts in Brazil. The index rose 0.9 percent to 100,303 […] The post Brazil Stock Market Index Hits Record High, Closes above 100,000 appeared first on The Rio Times.
Rio’s Emergency Rooms Have Dealt with Over 1,300 Gunshot Victims This Year
By Arkady Petrov RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Public health facilities in the city of Rio de Janeiro have seen 10,159 victims of gunshot-related injuries since 2017. By April 2019, there were 5,632 gunshot victims assisted in facilities run by the State Health Secretariat and 4,527 facilities under the Municipal Health Secretariat. This year through […] The post Rio’s Emergency Rooms Have Dealt with Over 1,300 Gunshot Victims This Year appeared first on The Rio Times.
Midnight Meme Of The Day!
*by Noah* There he is, Mitch The Treason Turtle, smug smile and all. I can see him someday enjoying his retirement at some Crimean villa, maybe even lolling around on the Black Sea beach being mistaken for a sea turtle, a very rich one, sharing jokes about what he did to America with Putin, Trump and their oligarch buddies, over glasses of vodka and ladles of caviar. Do the math. Russian money pocketed. Legislation blocked. Only a fool can't see it, and Washington and our media are peopled with plenty of fools of various flavors; co-conspirators, too. It's the same idiotic mentali... more »
"7 Brutal Truths About Life That Will Make You a Better Person"
*"7 Brutal Truths About Life That Will Make You a Better Person"* by EWAO "Life can be very difficult, no matter who you are or where you’re born. Humans have an inevitable tendency to complicate things, nonetheless. While of course some have it easier than others, life can be hard for everyone. Life is a roller coaster and it is full of ups and downs. One minute we are as happy as can be and on top of the world, the next minute we are down in the dumps. We are always searching for a lesson or something to learn. However, if you can accept these 7 brutal truths it will make you a be... more »
Tweets For Today
#UPDATE Iran's Air Force shot down a US "spy drone" after it violated Iranian airspace, Revolutionary Guard sayshttps://t.co/RI0VladIbh pic.twitter.com/U6nXm1xwCS — AFP news agency (@AFP) June 20, 2019 Canada resettled more refugees than any other country in 2018 https://t.co/9IKRORxSPk — BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) June 19, 2019 #UPDATE China's Xi arrives in North Korea to meet Kim ahead of Trump talks https://t.co/lu98O0OWMW pic.twitter.com/f2kaL2m5QY — AFP news agency (@AFP) June 20, 2019 Esper heads to NATO during first week on the job as top Pentagon official https://t.... more »
Baer et al.: stringy naturalness prefers less usual but accessible SUSY scenarios, risky electroweak symmetry breaking
In early February, I discussed a paper by Howard Baer and 4 co-authors which made some steps to update the estimates of superpartner masses and other parameters of new physics – by replacing naturalness with the string naturalness which takes "the number of string vacua with certain properties" as a factor that makes a vacuum more likely. Ace of Base, Living in Danger – recorded decades before the intense Islamization of Sweden began. In the eyes of a stranger, such as a Czech, Swedes are surely living in danger. The relevance will become clear later. They have claimed that this bet... more »
US to deploy Patriot missiles to Middle East
The Pentagon will send Patriot missile systems, drones and surveillance planes in the Middle East as part of its planned deployment of additional 1,000 servicemen in the region amid tensions with Iran, the US Department of Defense said. The Pentagon said in a statement that following a request from US CENTCOM, it will send a […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Jihadists allegedly hit Syrian military jet with anti-aircraft missile
BEIRUT, LEBANON (8:20 A.M.) – The jihadist rebels of Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham alleged on Wednesday that their group hit a Syrian military jet with an anti-aircraft missile (i.e. MANPADS) in the Hama countryside. According to the Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham claim, they hit the Syrian jet as it was flying back to its home base in […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
New map of important battle along Saudi-Yemeni border
BEIRUT, LEBANON (8:00 A.M.) – The battle for the Saudi-Yemeni border has recently intensified over the last two weeks, as the Houthi forces (var. Ansarallah Movement) continue to advance in the Najran and Asir provinces. Earlier this week, the Houthi forces scored a massive advance along the border when their troops captured several areas inside […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Breaking: Iran allegedly downs US spy drone near Strait of Hormuz
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:20 A.M.) – The Iranian military has allegedly shot down a U.S. drone that was flying near the Strait of Hormuz this morning. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps air force shot down an “American espionage drone” that was invading Iranian territory, the IRGC’s public relations arm said in a statement released on Thursday. The drone […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
[Graphic 18+] Jihadist corpses litter battlefield after failed assault in northwestern Hama
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:00 A.M.) – The jihadist rebels launched an assault on several towns in northwestern Hama on Tuesday, targeting the Syrian Arab Army’s (SAA) positions near the Idlib Governorate’s border. Led by Hay’at Tahrir Al-Sham and Jaysh Al-Izza, the militants began their attack by storming the Syrian Army’s positions at Qasabiyah, Jamleh, and Kafr […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
The Daily Brief 2019-06-18
This is a summary of 7 AMN articles on the following subjects: Hama, Idlib, Syria, Iran, IRGC, US, ISIS, Raqqa, Russia. Categories covered in this brief: Syria, Iran, World-News Let us know how you like this brief in the comments below. — The AMN Live Team Table of Contents Syrian Army prepares for next large-scale […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Arbitration As A Parallel Dispute Settlement Structure Amidst The WTO Judicial Deadlock
If the seats on the Appellate Body are not filled by the end of the year the future of WTO appears uncertain. To maintain the continuity of dispute settlement a temporary mechanism has to be implemented and developed. Preserving International rule of law and resolving disputes is quintessential for global economic growth.
Assyrian Delegation Meets Members of Dutch Parliament
Assyrian International News Agency - 21 hours ago
Members of the Assyrian Confederation of Europe meeting with members of the Dutch Parliament. ( AINA)Netherlands (AINA) -- A delegation from the Assyrian Confederation of Europe (ACE) visited the Dutch parliament and presented its latest report on the situation of Assyrians on 22 May.
15 Assyrian Children Kidnapped By Kurdish Affiliated Militia in Syria
Assyrian International News Agency - 21 hours ago
Qamishli, Syria (AINA) -- According to a report on Assyria TV, an internet Assyrian channel based in Stockholm, 15 Assyrian girls and boys have been abduction by members of the Syriac Military Council (MFS).
Picture Of The Day
A Dassault Rafale fighter performs at the 53rd International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France. REUTERS/Pascal Rossignol *WNU Editor:* The above picture came from this photo-gallery .... *Paris Air Show *(Reuters).
Could This Old School Gun Be Better than a Glock?
*Gun News Daily* *Security, Americas* [image: https://www.google.com/search?q=.38+special&tbm=isch&tbas=0&source=lnt&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjtn4_0hfbiAhXomeAKHYNOAecQpwUIIw&biw=1506&bih=702&dpr=1.25#imgrc=3lOdVHSztW2D2M:] Is the .38 Special back? Truth be told I tend to shy away from comparing any revolver cartridge to any semi-auto handgun cartridge. It’s an apples-to-oranges type of comparison — there’s no practical reason for it, so ultimately, it’s pointless. And I’m also a wheelgun guy so I’m a little biased toward revolver cartridges. But having written a few handgun caliber comp... more »
The Best: Meet the Top AR-15 Guns of 2019 (And Beyond)
*Gun News Daily* *Security, Americas* [image: By Mitch Barrie from Reno, NV, USA - .308 AR-15, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=61568395] Who takes the top prize? *After you read this guide, you will have a pretty good idea how the AR-15 works and how different configurations make a big difference. * Looking to buy your first AR-15 rifle but not quite sure where to start? Stay tuned, because in this article we’re going to cover the best AR15 options, for budget shoppers and advanced shooters alike. After you read this guide, you will have a pretty go... more »
China's Xi touches down in North Korea for talks with Kim Jong-un
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The leaders are expected to discuss the stalled negotiations with the United States over North Korea's nuclear weapons, in the first visit of a Chinese president to the reclusive state for 14 years.
Boyfriend sentenced for shooting at home of man who gave his girlfriend a cigarette
A controlling boyfriend, who hated his girlfriend's smoking habit, is sentenced for firing shots with a semi-automatic handgun at the home of an Adelaide man who gave her a cigarette.
Mining dump truck driver dies after falling into quarry at Red Hill, near Perth
A man in his 40s dies in a truck accident at the Red Hill quarry, with video footage showing the dump truck on its side after apparently rolling off a steep embankment within the mine.
'Absolutely trapped': Retirement village residents unhappy about complex contracts and fees
About 200,000 Australians live in retirement villages, but some are paying dearly to do so, signing up to complicated contracts and worrying the money they are spending now may leave them unable to afford aged care when they need it.
Woman allegedly had her best friend murdered in the Alaskan bush — because a catfish told her to
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A catfish posing as a millionaire duped an Alaskan teenager into organising the murder of her best friend, US authorities claim. They say the victim was shot in the back of the head and dumped in a river, and that the killers hoped to be paid $US9 million for the crime.
MH-17; Sun into Cancer
* The* Dutch-led international team tasked with assigning criminal responsibility for tMH-17's downing has opened criminal cases against Russian nationals Igor Girkin, Sergei Dubinsky and Oleg Pulatov, as well as Ukrainian national Leonid Kharchenko, said the chief Dutch prosecutor, Fred Westerbeke, during a press conference Wednesday. The court hearings against the suspects will begin on March 9,2020, Westerbeke said. The four men have been charged with causing the crash of MH17 and with murdering its passengers. https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2019/06/19/investigators-name-4-... more »
‘Toy Story’ Lives On, But Should It Have?
That movie franchises have been extended well beyond their natural cycle is nothing new. But “Toy Story 4” may mark when Hollywood officially gave up saying goodbye.
A US War with Iran Looms. Don’t for One Second Think that It is Justified
A US War with Iran Looms. Don’t for One Second Think that It is Justified by Owen Jones, https://www.theguardian.com/international Trump’s allies will try to paint Iran as a threat, as they did with Iraq. We must not fall into step with their prefab bloodlust. – We know how the story goes. The decision for war …
Israeli Air Force Holds Multi-Front War Simulation Drill
ISRAEL AIR FORCE HOLDING LARGE-SCALE DRILL SIMULATING MULTI-FRONT WAR by ANNA AHRONHEIM, https://www.jpost.com/ F-35i Adir stealth jets taking part in drill focusing on enemies in the north The Israeli Air Force began a week-long drill on Sunday, simulating a multi-front war with all the platforms and squadrons, including for the first time the F-35i Adir …
The End of Western Driven Globalization
The Duran Published on Jun 18, 2019 The Duran Quick Take: Episode 208. RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou discuss the development of a Eurasian information infrastructure which aims to further divide the world into a western post neo-liberal order and a China driven Eurasian world order, connected via the One …
Pompeo At CENTCOM: Pushing ‘Tactical Assault’ On Iran?
RonPaulLibertyReport Streamed live on Jun 18, 2019 Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has taken the extraordinarily unusual move of traveling to Miami to meet with (and browbeat?) heads of US Centcom and Special Operations Command. Are military leaders balking as neocon plans for “tactical assault” seem to be gaining ground? Where’s Trump? Where’s Congress? Where’s …
Whether It’s the New NAFTA or the Old NAFTA, It Serves the 1 Percent
By Leo W. Gerard, the international president of the United Steelworkers Union (USW). Produced by the Independent Media Institute Mick Mulvaney, a millionaire who is President Trump’s acting chief of staff and director of the Office of Management and Budget, awarded himself another job last week: spokesman for labor. Referring to the proposed new NAFTA, […]
Climate scientists’ motivated reasoning
Originally posted on Climate Etc.: by Judith Curry Insights into the motivated reasoning of climate scientists, including my own efforts to sort out my own biases and motivated reasoning following publication of the Webster et al. (2005) paper A recent twitter thread by Moshe Hoffman (h/t Larry Kummer) reminded me of a very insightful paper…
"The Fed Prepares for Mistake #3"
*"The Fed Prepares for Mistake #3"* By Bill Bonner DUBAI – "TV is censored in Dubai. WhatsApp and Skype aren’t allowed. Liquor is tightly controlled. But there’s an oasis in the hotel bar, where foreigners gather in the evening. Strangers in a strange land, they tell their stories. One of them, brown from the sun and woozy from the alcohol, described the place where he had washed up… “Yeah… it’s a kind of welfare state based on oil revenue. Only about 15% of the population are citizens. They treat the rest like dogs. Workers from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and India built this place. The... more »
Lord Mayor dismisses smart city “conspiracy theorists”
The Lord Mayor of Darwin has defended the launch of new surveillance capabilities in the region, after the nation's smallest capital city just finished the fastest rollout of 'smart city' technologies in the country. The $10 million "Switching on Darwin" project has rolled out more than 900 "smart" LED lights, 24 environmental sensors, parking sensors, free wi-fi and a network of 138 new CCTV cameras throughout the Darwin CBD.
Bolsonaro Tries Again to Give Control Over Indigenous Land to Agriculture Ministry
By Xiu Ying RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – President Jair Bolsonaro has issued a new Provisional Measure (MP) to shift responsibility for delimiting indigenous lands to the Ministry of Agriculture. The text was published in the Federal Gazette on Wednesday, June 19th, one day after the publication of the law changing the administrative structure of […] The post Bolsonaro Tries Again to Give Control Over Indigenous Land to Agriculture Ministry appeared first on The Rio Times.
Rio’s National Museum to Receive 2,000 Works of Art From Italy
By Richard Mann RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Nine months after the fire that destroyed the National Museum in Rio de Janeiro, the Italian Ministry of Culture has announced the shipment of some 2,000 works of art to the institution’s collection. Marble statues and paintings on plaster over 2,000 years old are among the pieces […] The post Rio’s National Museum to Receive 2,000 Works of Art From Italy appeared first on The Rio Times.
Pabllo Vittar Performs at the UN Headquarters in New York
By Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Pabllo Vittar performed during an event at the United Nations (UN) headquarters in New York, on Tuesday night, June 18th. The drag queen held a pocket show for about 20 minutes, where she featured some of her hits, such as “Problema seu” and “Corpo sensual”. After the […] The post Pabllo Vittar Performs at the UN Headquarters in New York appeared first on The Rio Times.
14 Things Your Eyes Are Trying To Tell You About Your Health
Your eyes are a unique window into health. Yahoo Health has assembled a list of 14 things your eyes can tell you about your entire body. Here are some of them: Disappearing Eyebrows When the outer third of your eyebrow starts to disappear on its own, this is a common sign of thyroid disease, namely hypothyroidism. A […] The post 14 Things Your Eyes Are Trying To Tell You About Your Health appeared first on Health Nut News.
‘Major distraction’: school dumps iPads, returns to paper textbooks
Many schools have switched to digital textbooks. But one school in Sydney, Australia has returned to the tried and true hard copy textbooks – which reduce distractions and improve comprehension – and have given the e-book the boot from the classroom. Reddam House’s primary and junior high school classes have used e-textbooks on iPad’s for […] The post ‘Major distraction’: school dumps iPads, returns to paper textbooks appeared first on Health Nut News.
Mousa Abu Mayyala
June 19, 2019: Mousa Abu Mayyala, 60, died from serious wounds he suffered two weeks ago, when several undercover Israeli soldiers repeatedly assaulted and struck him, in Shu’fat refugee camp, in occupied East Jerusalem. Mousa was assaulted by the undercover soldiers while standing in front of his home in the refugee camp. He suffered various serious… The post Mousa Abu Mayyala appeared first on If Americans Knew Blog.
"Dear Central Bankers: Prepare to be Swept Away in the Next Wave of Populism"
*"Dear Central Bankers: * *Prepare to be Swept Away in the Next Wave of Populism"* by Charles Hugh Smith "The Ruling Elites' Chattering Classes still haven't absorbed the key lesson of the 2016 U.S. presidential election: the percentage of the populace that's becoming wealthier and more financially secure in the bloated, corrupt, self-serving Imperial status quo is declining and the percentage of the populace that's increasingly insecure and financially precarious is increasing, and candidates that mouth the usual platitudes in support of the bloated, corrupt, self-serving Imperial ... more »
Observations From An Indignant Millennial
PA Pundits - International at Peace Cross Honoring War Dead Can Stay, High Court Rules – PA Pundits – International - 23 hours ago
By Mark Alexander ~ “I had always hoped that the younger generation receiving their early impressions after the flame of liberty had been kindled in every breast … would have sympathized with oppression wherever found, and proved their love of liberty beyond their own share of it.” —Thomas Jefferson (1814) Having read my recent column, […]
Trump EPA Replaces Obama’s Anti-Coal Clean Power Plan
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By Fred Lucas ~ The Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday announced a new rule to grant more flexibility for states in regulating coal-fired power plants, replacing the Obama-era regulation that was halted by the U.S. Supreme Court. The Affordable Clean Energy rule under the Trump administration replaces the Obama administration’s Clean Power Plan, which would […]
Crazy AOC
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A Dry Bones Cartoon ~ Crazy #AOC spouts off about concentration camps! Disgusting, outrageous, and ignorant. Read more by Yaakov Kirschen at Dry Bones . http://drybonesblog.blogspot.com/
When will people realize that. . .
Ed Hoskins The modern short pulse of beneficial Global warming stopped 20 years ago and recent global temperatures are now stable or declining. The last millennium 1000 – 2000 AD was the coldest of our current Holocene interglacial and… Continue reading →
Nathan Buckley accuses AFL of hypocrisy over gambling
Following a player's suspension for betting on a match, AFL coaches, a former player and a gambling researcher warn gambling poses a problem for the league, but the AFL's chief disagrees.
How Lowe can rates go? RBA governor flags more cuts to boost jobs growth
The Reserve Bank says it cut interest rates earlier this month not because the economy was getting worse, but because it could get even better, and it is prepared to cut them again to achieve that goal.
Brisbane teacher jailed for indecently touching girls in classroom
Primary school teacher Peter Matthew Malone is sentenced to four years in jail for touching four girls under their skirts while their work was being marked in the classroom.
While Trump moves troops, the Pentagon gets cyber-ready
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A tweet-storm from Donald Trump suggests he's furious that the prospect of cyber war with Russia has been raised in a week where he hoped to paint Iran as the bad guy, writes Matt Bevan.
Victoria's crime rate stable, as police warn community 'hammered' with negative reporting
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Victorian police say social media and negative reporting are stoking fears in the community despite the state's crime rate remaining stable over the last 12 months.
Woolworths under fire as NSW pubs are investigated over free drinks for pokies players
An investigation into two pubs who allegedly supplied free drinks to pokies players has embroiled supermarket giant Woolworths with the Alliance for Gambling Reform calling for the company to get out of the poker machine business.
Woman takes her life in 'tragic, horrible' circumstances at Fiona Stanley Hospital
Health Minister Roger Cook confirms authorities are investigating the suicide of a woman at Perth's Fiona Stanley Hospital last week, which he says has distressed family and staff at the facility.
'I was only passing blood': What's it like being under 30 with bowel cancer?
Dahlia Matkovic says as a young, healthy woman she never expected to be diagnosed with bowel cancer in her 20s. She wants everyone to know the risks, no matter what age.
“They're Calling It A ‘Bloodbath’ For The $800 Billion Trucking Industry As US Economy Collapses”
*“They're Calling It A ‘Bloodbath’ For The $800 Billion * *Trucking Industry As US Economy Collapses”* by Michael Snyder “The U.S. trucking industry has not experienced a downturn of this magnitude since the last financial crisis, and this is one of the clearest signs yet that the U.S. economy is steamrolling into a severe economic downturn. When economic activity is increasing, the trucking industry sees rising demand for their services and freight rates tend to go up. That is precisely what we witnessed in 2018, and truckers were hoping for more of the same in 2019. But when eco... more »
Partial Solar Eclipse Will be Visible in Much of Brazil on July 2nd
Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Unlike lunar eclipses, solar eclipses occur when the Moon passes in front of the Sun and conceals its glow. This phenomenon can be total, annular or partial – when the moon blocks out the Sun entirely and allows for a “ring of fire” to be visible or, finally, […] The post Partial Solar Eclipse Will be Visible in Much of Brazil on July 2nd appeared first on The Rio Times.
Eating Out in São Paulo: The Best from Latin America’s Cuisine
[image: uruguayan food, Uruguayan restaurant in São Paulo, uruguayan cuisine, parilla] By Beatriz Miranda, Contributing Reporter SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – As everything else in this capital, São Paulo’s culinary scene is enormous and incredibly diverse. There is always a new bar, restaurant, or food market popping up somewhere in the city, and foodies know there is absolutely no space for sameness when the subject is “eating […] The post Eating Out in São Paulo: The Best from Latin America’s Cuisine appeared first on The Rio Times.
New CNN Brasil may Exhibit What is Lacking on TV: Opinion and Analysis
By Contributing Reporter SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL – Television cannot compete with Internet speed. Whenever something happens, there are countless posts, audios, and videos about it on websites, blogs, and platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube within a matter of minutes. In the past, whenever we heard about a major event throughout the day, […] The post New CNN Brasil may Exhibit What is Lacking on TV: Opinion and Analysis appeared first on The Rio Times.
Rio Nightlife Guide for Thursday, June 20, 2019
We have the top three picks for this Thursday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option. PARTY: Groove Party #59 @ Ganjah Lapa (Lapa) – The groove is back this Thursday at Ganjah Lapa, so head down to this fantastic space for a fun and funky […] The post Rio Nightlife Guide for Thursday, June 20, 2019 appeared first on The Rio Times.
São Paulo Nightlife Guide for Thursday, June 20, 2019
We have the top three picks for this Thursday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option. LIVE: Xaxado Novo (Pinheiros) – Group Xaxado Novo performs tonight at the lively Canto da Ema, in Pinheiros. There will be live Brazilian regional music all night long, including rhythms […] The post São Paulo Nightlife Guide for Thursday, June 20, 2019 appeared first on The Rio Times.
June 20th – 2019 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day #882
In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and … Continue reading →
Thursday June 20th – Open Thread
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those … Continue reading →
President Trump Full Interview With Sean Hannity…
President Donald Trump calls in to Sean Hannity for an extensive 45 minute interview on a variety of subjects. Here’s the Full Interview:
President Trump Presents Medal of Freedom to Economist Dr. Arthur Laffer – Video and Transcript…
Earlier today President Donald Trump presented the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Dr. Arthur Laffer in the Oval Office. [Video and Transcript] . [Transcript] – 5:16 P.M. EDT – THE PRESIDENT: Well, this is a big day. Very important for … Continue reading →
Government going for settlement with Amos Miller and Miller’s Organic Farm
Amos Miller and Miller’s Organic Farm must appear before U.S. Magistrate Judge Marilyn Heffley on July 18 for a settlement conference about whether the operation is subject to federal food safety laws, according to court documents. Miller and Miller’s Organic Farm, based in Bird-in-Hand, PA, were named on April 4 as defendants in a 97-page civil... Continue Reading
Researchers develop screening method to find mycotoxins in raw wheat
Scientists have developed a method to detect two types of mycotoxins in wheat products. Researchers from the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre (JRC) and CNR-National Council of Italy developed the method based on infrared spectroscopy to find Deoxynivalenol (DON) in wheat bran and Ochratoxin A (OTA) in durum wheat. Research on DON was published in... Continue Reading
World Bank Group supports projects to improve African food safety
A Kenyan-based technology food distribution platform is to receive help to boost food safety practices and ensure traceability of produce from the farm to consumers. The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, signed an agreement with Twiga Foods to apply global quality certification to food products for the domestic, rather... Continue Reading
Trump = Treason... And "Later Can't Mean Never"
Rick Wilson is a GOP strategist and consultant who ran George W. Bush's campaign in Florida and moved to NYC to run Giuliani's mayoral campaign. He's probably best known now as an inveterate Trump-hater on cable TV. He's also author of the best-selling *Everything Trump Touches Dies*. Yesterday the *Daily Beast* published a piece by Wilson, Every Member of Team Trump Is Now Enabling Treason. "When," wrote Wilson, "Donald Trump was asked Wednesday by ABC’s George Stephanopoulos if he’d accept intelligence and campaign help from a foreign power, he blew up Washington and gave us a ...more »
The F-35 or F-22 Might Not Have To Ever Beat a Stealth Su-57 in Battle
*Mark Episkopos* *Technology, Europe* [image: (U.S. Air Force photo by 2nd Lt. Samuel Eckholm).] The Su-35, in one way, already has. *Today, airpower continues to be the crucial military ingredient in the enforcement of Russian “de-escalation zones” strewn across the western parts of Syria, and in intermittent bombing runs against opposition stragglers and ISIS targets.* *(This first appeared earlier this year.)* “A unique machine, a deadly aerial fist,” is how the official television channel of the Russian Ministry of Defense introduced the Su-35S superiority fighter earlier t... more »
Is 21st Century the Age of Anti-Aristotelianism?
There are two kinds of philosophers — the conformists and the rebels. The conformists play a role in explicating and strengthening the ideas that are already dominant in the society, whereas the rebels are focused on refuting the dominant ideas and establishing a new system of thought. In order to be effective, the rebels must target the philosophical systems that are most popular among the scholars and the masses. Aristotelianism was never targeted in a big way by the rebellious philosophers for more than 2000 years after Aristotle because it was never regarded as a dominant school... more »
POLITICO: BEING AN ATTENTION JUNKIE IS TRUMP'S SUPERPOWER
The toddler president of the United States can't bear the thought that Democrats will likely dominate the news cycle next week when they debate for two nights. Politico looks at Trump's infantile neediness and concludes that it's political genius: *Trump’s plan for the Dem debates: Make it about himThe president aims to suck up as much oxygen as possible from the 20 Democratic presidential contenders debating in Miami.* Donald Trump wants his Democratic competitors for the White House to introduce themselves to the American public next week on his terms. Ahead of the first two De... more »
China's rationalizations for hostility and "clash of civilizations"
Elsewhere I’ve dissected a recent trend of Chinese authorities: issuing intellectual rationalizations to justify absolute, centralized rule. See “Central Control over AI... and everything else,” where I appraise the incantations now pouring from Tsingua University and other PRC academies, proclaiming that only top-down control by a paramount hierarchy – one dedicated to neo-adjusted and constantly re-defined Marxist principles – can possibly prevent rogue or deleterious AI… ...or provide care for a population facing technological unemployment… ...or solve environmental degradation...... more »
Reforming higher education in Malaysia: combating entrenched patronage and racial politics
Pakatan Harapan had promised academic freedom and institutional autonomy for public universities. Can it—or will it—deliver? The post Reforming higher education in Malaysia: combating entrenched patronage and racial politics appeared first on New Mandala.
Inside China
6-19-19 * A* nonpartisan tribunal published a report Tuesday accusing China of crimes against humanity, cutting organs out of Falun Gong practitioners alive to transplant into paying clients and potentially preparing an “organ bank” using the millions of mostly Uighur Muslims believed trapped in concentration camps in western China. The China Tribunal--a panel of international legal experts led by Sir Geoffrey Nice, chief prosecutor in the case against Serbian war criminal Slobodan MiloÅ¡ević – held hearings featuring victims of China’s brutal repression of Falun Gong practitioner... more »
John Setka's CFMEU deputy quits over 'irreconcilable differences'
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The Victorian CFMEU's assistant secretary Shaun Reardon resigns, saying he made the decision based on personal values and that it is "untenable" for the executive if he cannot work with Mr Setka.
'Disaster in the making': Spy satellite images show Himalayan glaciers are melting fast
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The Himalayas, part of an area that is referred to as the "third pole" because it has so much ice, has only 72 per cent of the ice that was there in 1975.
These are the senators who will decide the fate of Government legislation
The Senate is often a conundrum wrapped in complexity, challenging the wherewithal of successive governments for many decades — here's who the Coalition will need to woo to get things done.
How a device dubbed 'CraptiView' is the real movie spoiler for deaf cinemagoers
Alexandra McKenzie loves watching movies, but a trip to the cinema is usually a frustrating and disappointing experience because of the closed-caption device in her cupholder.
Can a sperm donor be a legal parent? The law says yes
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Thousands of couples and single women who have conceived with sperm donors they know personally could be impacted by a High Court ruling confirming parentage rights to a man who donated his sperm to a female friend.
Australian gold prices reach all-time high amid global uncertainty
Australian gold prices reached an all-time high this week — but experts are warning investors not to get too excited.
Australia's sunniest region could create 8,000 jobs and $2b in annual revenue, report says
As China and India restrict imports of Australia's recycling, a new report suggests the nation's sunniest place should take it and create export industries.
Former NRL star Jarrod Mullen faces court on drugs charges
Former Newcastle Knights player Jarrod Mullen has fronted court in Newcastle facing a series of drugs charges.
NZ reveals $198m gun buyback scheme for semi-automatics
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New Zealand's Government launches a multi-million-dollar, six-month buyback scheme to compensate owners of semi-automatic weapons, which were newly banned in the wake of deadly attacks on two Christchurch mosques.
2016 Syrian Refugee Mustafa Mousab Alowemer, 21, Arrested During ISIS Inspired Plot To Bomb Christian Church in Pittsburgh…
In August 2016 a Syrian named Mustafa Mousab Alowemer, now 21, entered the U.S. under President Obama’s refugee program. Today he was arrested in an ISIS plot to bomb a Christian church in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Via DOJ) Mustafa Mousab Alowemer, … Continue reading →
Mexican Senate Overwhelmingly Ratifies USMCA 114-4…
The construct of the USMCA was always anticipated to sail through ratification in Mexico because, well, quite frankly, the USMCA is specifically structured to provide great benefit toward Mexico. It’s not because the language within the USMCA favors Mexico, but … Continue reading →
US Senator Markey Questions UN Ambassador Nominee Craft about Family’s Coal Investments and Conflicts of Interest; Views on Paris Climate Accord
“At today’s Senate Foreign Relations Committee hearing on the nomination of Ambassador to Canada Kelly Knight Craft to be the … Continue reading →
Scientists Record Singing by Rare Right Whale for First Time
Only about 30 of the animals remain.
Did Stormy Daniels Die and Leave a ‘Suicide Note’ with a Stunning Admission?
That might be difficult ... the adult film actress and vocal critic of Donald Trump is alive and well.
Chris Dawson charged over having sex with underage student
Former school teacher Chris Dawson, the subject of the popular Teacher's Pet podcast, faces a new charge of "carnal knowledge" with a girl, related to his time as a teacher on Sydney's Northern Beaches in the 1970s and 80s.
'What hard faces': Victims' families react to MH17 murder charge announcement
The parents of Sydney man Jack O'Brien, who was on MH17, recall the gut-wrenching moment they saw the faces of the four men who will be charged with their son's murder.
Couple don 'birthday suits' for nude nuptials at Dark Mofo solstice swim
The amount of planning that goes into a wedding can be overwhelming but when the venue, outfits and guest list are already taken care of, it's much smoother. Especially if you've chosen to tie the knot at a mass nude swim.
More hipster than barbarian: The early Celts knew how to drink
Chemical analysis of Bronze Age ceramic fragments found in what is now France show the early Celts had their own twist on getting drunk more than 2,000 years ago.
Family slams 'pathetic' sentence for killer who hid body in wheelie bin for 17 years
A man who shot dead a graphic artist with an unregistered gun before hiding his body in a wheelie bin for 17 years, is sentenced to six years and six months' jail.
Video referee gives Argentina a last-gasp reprieve against Scotland in World Cup
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Scotland led Argentina 3-0 with just over 15 minutes left — but poor defending and a refereeing controversy in a crazy finish sees them draw 3-3 to end their Women's World Cup chances.
Australian mine tailings dams identified as 'high risk' in the case of failure
Mining giants Rio Tinto, BHP and Glencore have listed several of their tailings dams across Australia as being at "high" or "extreme" risk to public safety if they fail.
Getting clean in the kitchen gives addicts fresh hope
Eight months ago, David Tarrant-Banks was addicted to ice, he'd lost his job and his daughter. But now he's cooking his way to a new start.
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