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America's Royal Family From Hell
I think of Rick Wilson as one of the MSNBC resident #NeverTrumpers who wants to push the Democratic Party far right enough-- it's almost there-- to be the pre-Trump Republican Party. He and Jim Messina could start a transpartisan status quo firm. Messia, who worked for anti-healthcare fanatic Max Baucus and other conservative Democrats, was the "brains" behind Brexit, was Theresa May's and David Cameron's political consultant. Wilson, a protege of Lee Atwater, has worked for Dick Cheney, George HW Bush, Connie Mack, Rudy Giuliani, Saxby Chambliss, John McCain and half the Republic... more »
A lump of coal is less in use
A good news environmental story that began almost ten years ago is coal use is on the demise. Sadly, legislators who have a say in coal states have not been forthcoming with coal miners making commitments that are not reflective … Continue reading →
The True Carnivore Superfood
This superfood we are referring to has been eaten by people since ancient times. It is the truest superfood and has been around the longest. It is organ meat. Organ meat is one of the most nutrient-dense foods out there. Nutrient density is defined as the number of beneficial nutrients in the food compared to … Continue reading "The True Carnivore Superfood" The post The True Carnivore Superfood appeared first on TDW.
CEO of California’s New Online College Resigns
Heather Hiles, the president and chief executive officer of Calbright College, California’s new online college, has resigned after less than a year in the role. She was hired in February with an annual salary of $385,000. Last week, Hiles was placed on paid administrative leave. Calbright has more than 450 students who have signed up […]
Balance is Elusive. Seek Personal ‘Integration’ in 2020
“Work-life balance” is a widespread challenge, one originating in industrialization, the marketplace, and the reinforcement of public versus private spaces. Rather than work-life balance, for the new year attention must be paid to the ongoing integration between and among ourselves, our many identities, and the institutions and communities to which we belong.
1 Thing Is Going To Make Japan's Submarines Deadlier Than Ever
*David Axe* *Security, * They'll sail farther. *Key point: *Japan’s next-generation 29SS submarine could be powered solely by lithium-ion batteries. Japan on Nov. 6, 2019 launched a submarine with a new kind of battery that could allow the boats to sail farther while underwater. Kawasaki Heavy Industries eased the *Soryu*-class diesel-electric attack submarine *Toryu* into the water at KHI's facilities in Kobe. The 275-feet-long *Toryu* is the 12th and final *Soryu*-class vessel and the second, after sister vessel *Oryu*, with lithium-ion batteries replacing the lead-acid batte... more »
World's largest fund manager cuts thermal coal exposure on climate concerns
After facing activist pressure over its position as a major investor in fossil fuel companies, BlackRock has vowed to toughen its stance on climate change.
Witness tells Melbourne court she never saw murder co-accused boyfriend with a gun
The daughter of Tony Mokbel's ex-girlfriend tells a court she was instantly sobered when a handgun was pulled on her and a friend at a boxing match, despite drinking heavily and taking prescription pills to deal with the man she calls "Dad" being stabbed in prison.
Authorities have been flying blind on shadow banking risks, RBA documents reveal
Australia's financial regulators have been navigating largely in the dark when assessing the risks shadow banking and fintech pose to financial stability, particularly in the property market, according to internal Reserve Bank documents.
Police find three children who were in back of stolen car in Sydney's south-west
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Police find three children who were in a car stolen from Carramar in Sydney's south-west.
Police offer half a million dollar reward for information on missing man Steven Fenwick
A $500,000 reward has been announced for information on the disappearance and suspected murder of a man near Newcastle last year.
Starfish or sea fan? How well do you know your reef creatures?
Do you know your way around a reef? See if you can spot the tricks in this quiz.
Mystery surrounds man missing in Far North Queensland after boat found adrift
Queensland police say they have "no idea what's happened" to a fisherman whose boat was found drifting in the mouth of the Johnston River south of Cairns late yesterday.
Joy as echidna survives Kangaroo Island bushfire, fears for Adelaide Hills albino kangaroo
As the animal death toll continues to rise on Kangaroo Island, a much-loved echidna that was feared dead at the Southern Ocean Lodge is found alive. It comes as Adelaide Hills residents put the call out to locate a local albino kangaroo following the fires.
SA Premier apologises for overseas trip 'confusion' amid Kangaroo Island fire recovery
SA Premier Steven Marshall apologises for "any confusion" created by his unannounced week-long trade mission to Singapore and Japan amid the ongoing bushfire situation on Kangaroo Island.
Cancer patient living in a caravan after East Gippsland fire calls for rate relief
An East Gippsland man whose Sarsfield house was destroyed by fire in Victoria wants the local council to ease rate pressure on residents who lost their properties.
'Sick, exhausted and in a dirty bathroom': Patient delivers own treatment
Conditions in the Northern Territory's largest hospital are "third world", according to a former patient who presented to the facility with the flu but had to be admitted to the maternity ward due to a lack of beds.
SUV plunges onto popular tourist walkway at Bondi Beach after flipping over railing
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Two drivers were exchanging details after a minor traffic incident when one of the cars suddenly rolled forward and flipped over a railing, landing on its roof.
YouTube prankster in court for 'scuba driving' water-filled car to bottle shop
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An Adelaide social media prankster who drove a car filled with water to a local bottle shop faces court for the first time over the stunt.
Six tourists arrested after faeces found at sacred Machu Picchu temple
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Peruvian police say they will deport five tourists and prosecute another after they allegedly damaged stonework and defecated among the ruins at Peru's sacred Machu Picchu site.
Cinematographer films encounter with 'mischievous' Tasmanian devil that stole chocolate block
A video of a wildlife cinematographer chasing down a Tasmanian devil after it stole his block of chocolate has amassed more than 100,000 views online, but wildlife experts say it's not unusual for the animals to show a mischievous streak.
Microsoft issues urgent Windows security fix after US intelligence tip-off
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Microsoft rolls out an important patch for its Windows operating system, after a rare tip-off from US intelligence authorities about a serious security flaw.
Imagine Suffocating in a Submarine. For a Chinese Crew, That Was Reality.
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, Asia* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/CHINA-ARMY-NUCLEAR-RC18C69C4570.html] Its crew's last moments. *Key Point:* Drowning might be the worst way to die. On April 25, 2003 the crew of a Chinese fishing boat noticed a strange sight—a periscope drifting listlessly above the surface of the water. The fishermen notified the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) which promptly dispatched two vessels to investigate. At first the PLAN believed the contact to be an intruding submarine from South Korea or Japan. But when Chinese personnel finall... more »
Great Britain Wants To Strengthen Its Littoral Combat Capabilities
*David Axe* *Security, Europe* The Royal Navy plans to acquire two so-called “littoral strike ships” that could enhance the U.K. fleet’s diminished amphibious capability. *Key point:* Being modified merchant vessels, the littoral strike ships likely will lack robustness compared to purpose-built warships. The Royal Navy plans to acquire two so-called “littoral strike ships” that could enhance the U.K. fleet’s diminished amphibious capability. Despite their fearsome-sounding name, the littoral strike ships in fact just merchant vessels featuring several key modifications allowing ... more »
India's Su-30 Fighters Now Come With Nuclear Brahmos Missiles
*Zachary Keck* *Security, Asia* [image: Reuters] A deadly combo. *Key point:* New Delhi's Su-30 jets are very formidable and armed with nuclear weapons they will play a greater deterrence role. The question is how Pakistan will respond. India’s nuclear command has begun receiving fighter jets armed with the country’s most advanced, supersonic cruise missile. According to media reports, India’s Strategic Forces Command (SFC) has begun receiving 42 Su-30MKI air dominance fighters modified to carry air-launched BrahMos supersonic cruise missile. This will significantly enhance the... more »
Cyber Security Firm With Ties To 2020 Democrats Claims Russians Hacked Ukraine Company Burisma
*USA Today*:* Russians hacked Ukraine company Burisma at heart of Trump impeachment, cybersecurity firm says* WASHINGTON – A computer security company reported Monday that Russian hackers sought access to the Ukraine gas company at the heart of the impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump, and House Democrats warned the move threatened to interfere with the 2020 election. Area 1 Security, a California company focused on email security, reported that members of Russian military intelligence known as the GRU launched a campaign in early November to steal email credentials ... more »
Passing the Point of No Return, A World War is Upon Us
Timothy Alexander Guzman, Silent Crow News - War is inevitable. More innocent people will be murdered, maimed, raped or sold into slavery. War is indescribable, a nightmare, yet those who are currently in power, the establishment or what some like to call “the elite” are on Trump’s team leading the world into another war In... (read more)
The Left Begins to Eat Its Own: Antifa Assaults Far-Left Democratic Socialist Congressional Candidate
Sloan claims that leftist radicals stalked her, harassed her, shoved her, pelted her with eggs, and doused her with red paint after she left a campaign event. She believes that left-wing groups that use violence are a form of voter suppression.
Texas Governor Announces the State Will Not Be Accepting Any More Refugees, Becomes First in Nation to Decline Them
An executive order signed by President Donald Trump allows states and local governments to consent or decline before refugees can be resettled there.
Latest Interview
Recently spent an hour and a half sounding off on my latest chapters - the Hampstead kids and the so called "Asian grooming gangs" in England, a chapter I'm wrapping up and will post later this week. I mostly address the existing power structure responsible for the the world's atrocities of war and the global trafficking pedo-network and the M.O. used to get away with the countless crimes against humanity with total impunity. Also covered is the need for citizens of the world not to allow ourselves to be divided and conquered by the elite's purposeful polarization of us, pitting grou... more »
This Is How Japan Hopes to Deter (Or Sink) China's Aircraft Carriers
*Zachary Keck* *Security, Asia* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/JAPAN-DEFENCE--GF10000245611.html] Would it work? *Key point:* Tokyo is worried over Beijing's construction of a full carrier fleet and has thought about how to best defeat them. For better or worse, Japan has concluded that submarines are a better bet than missiles. As we approach the day when China will have multiple aircraft carriers, Beijing’s neighbors and the United States are likely beginning to prepare for this eventuality. This is especially true of Japan, China’s traditional rival in the regi... more »
If a Second Korean War Happens, These Are the Weapons America Would Need to Win
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, Americas* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/SOUTHKOREA-USA-THAAD-S1AETOHXMCAA.html] Let's hope it never happens. *Key point:* A second Korean War would kill millions and would best be avoided. However, if a war had to be fought, it would be better if America and South Korea had the best equipment and defenses. The U.S. Army has maintained a continuous presence in South Korea from 1945 to the present day. Today, the Army permanently bases air defense, artillery, aviation and support units in South Korea, plus a heavy-armor brigade combat tea... more »
How Hitler Doomed His Master Plan to Invade the Soviet Union (And Lost World War II)
*Warfare History Network* *History, Europe* [image: Reuters] A big mistake. *Key point:* Hitler was overconfident and ignored the warnings of his generals. Nazi Germany's attacks went well at first, but over time the tide would turn. The smell of victory was in the air as the forces of Field Marshal Fedor von Bock’s Army Group Center continued to drive deep into the Ukraine during the final week of June 1941. To most of the young soldiers of the army group it seemed that this would be another unstoppable blitzkrieg. Their commander, however, saw things differently. Von Bock was... more »
Why the Marines Want to Carry and Use Their Own Anti-Ship Missiles
*Michael Peck* *Security, Americas* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/MILITARY-RP3DRHYQFJAA.html] A good idea? *Key point: *The Marines want to help secure the seas but also to protect themselves and their bases. In the next major war, it is likely that a lot of anti-ship missiles will be needed. Land-based, anti-ship missiles have not been America's friend. They keep the U.S. Navy from operating close to hostile coasts, such as Russia, China and Iran. And just as important, they make it much harder for the U.S. Marines to conduct amphibious assaults in vulnerable lan... more »
Musical Interlude: Medwyn Goodall, “Invocation Part 2”
Medwyn Goodall, “Invocation Part 2”
More than 50 Injured After Delta Jet Dumps Fuel on L.A. Schools During Midair Emergency
A Delta flight injured more than 50 people on Tuesday after dumping fuel on a Los Angeles schoolyard and school buildings when it declared an emergency shortly after departing for China from the Los Angeles International Airport. According to the Los Angeles County Fire Department, at least 20 children were treated for minor injuries after […] The post More than 50 Injured After Delta Jet Dumps Fuel on L.A. Schools During Midair Emergency appeared first on Health Nut News.
Michael Flynn Withdraws Guilty Plea – Cites DOJ “bad faith, vindictiveness and breach of plea agreement”…
Moments ago, citing prosecutorial vindictiveness and the DOJ changing their position on sentencing, lawyers for Lt. General Michael Flynn filed a motion to withdraw the guilty plea. (pdf link – PDF embed link below) This is good news. Withdrawing the … Continue reading →
Another Open Thread
As posting will be a bit quiet for a few days here and the previous open thread is filling up fast, here's a new open thread. Thanks for all your comments.
Iran Has Told Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah To Unite Iranian-Backed Militias In Iraq After Soleimani's Death
Paramilitary groups in Iraq have agreed to accept Hadi al-Amiri, right, as the new leader of the PMF, including those loyal to anti-Iran cleric Moqtada al-Sadr, left (Reuters) *Middle East Eye:* *EXCLUSIVE: Iran tasked Nasrallah with uniting Iraqi proxies after Soleimani's death* Hezbollah leader sponsors 'truce' talks, with Iraqi paramilitaries endorsing Hadi al-Amiri as PMF leader and Tehran courting Moqtada al-Sadr in bid to form 'united resistance'. The leaders of Iranian-backed paramilitary groups in Iraq have agreed to put their differences aside and back Hadi al-Amiri as th... more »
Red Sox Manager Alex Cora Fired in Sign Stealing Scandal
Cora was the bench coach for the Houston Astros when they won the 2017 World Series and led Boston to the title the following year in his first season as manager.
The Senate Impeachment Trial: Call the Witnesses or Concede the Facts
Mitch McConnell has a problem with the facts. The Senate majority leader is taking the position that the evidence presented in the House impeachment inquiry is all the Senate needs to decide whether Trump should be removed from office, and that further testimony from witnesses in the Senate impeachment trial is unnecessary. He has announced that he is in “total coordination” with the White House on the matter and says he has the votes to launch proceedings in the Senate without the commitment to hear from any witnesses. Though senators like Susan Collins have indicated they want to... more »
On Philosophical Battles
A philosophical position developed by a set of sensible men may collapse when another set of equally sensible men refute it. There is not a single major philosopher in history whose ideas have not been refuted several times—greater the philosopher, more multifarious and intense are the refutations. To establish a philosophical position, the philosopher or his followers and sympathizers have to defend their position again and again with ever increasing vigor. The side that engages in more vigorous argumentation usually wins the philosophical debate irrespective of whether their ideas... more »
The Urgency of Listening to Christians on the Ground in the Middle East
Assyrian International News Agency - 2 hours ago
Iraqi Assyrians in Baghdad leave Christmas Mass at St. George Chaldean Church Dec. 25, 2019. ( CNS/Khalid al Mousily/Reuters)Catholics, at least in theory, are supposed to have a special filter for viewing politics.
Do You Know The Name Of The Fallen U.S. Contractor That Was Used To Justify The Killing Of Soleimani?
.@RepBrianMast asks for name of fallen service member that doesn't justify Soleimani killing: "I will sit here and wait..." [silence] .@RepEliotEngel: "I think you've made you're point…" Rep. Mast: "Mr. Chairman, I have not yielded back my time!” pic.twitter.com/L9ZUj17auv — Breaking911 (@Breaking911) January 14, 2020 *WNU Editor*: His name is Nawres Waleed Hamid .... *U.S. contractor killed in Iraq, which led to strike on Iranian general, buried in Sacramento *(Sacramento Bee).
Blessing the 'Space Force' bible.....
Today @WNCathedral blessed the official Bible for the new @SpaceForceDoD, which will be used to swear in all commanders of America's newest military branch. pic.twitter.com/Bg9KVzrp8W — Washington National Cathedral (@WNCathedral) January 12, 2020 "The Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF) condemns, in as full-throated a manner as is humanly possible, the shocking and repulsive display of only the most vile, exclusivist, fundamentalist Christian supremacy," MRFF founder and president Mikey Weinstein wrote in a statement denouncing the Bible blessing. "The utilization of a C... more »
New Video Emerges Shows Two Missiles Striking Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752
*Daily Mail:* *New footage shows the moment Iranian missiles are fired at a passenger jet killing 176 people as the commander responsible holds awkward meeting with the bereaved families* * CCTV footage four miles from military base shows missiles being fired at jet * Two missiles struck the passenger killing all 176 people on board last week * Commander responsible met bereaved family of a victim on Tuesday night * Iran has made arrests after initially denying culpability which sparked protests New CCTV footage has revealed the moment two Iranian missiles were fired at a Ukrain... more »
Commentaries, Analysis, And Editorials -- January 14, 2020
*Dan De Luce and Robert Windrem, NBC: **After Soleimani strike, Persian Gulf countries worry about a war on their doorstep* Gulf Arab powers privately welcomed the death of Iran's top general, but they fear their nations could be caught in the crossfire of a U.S.-Iran conflict. WASHINGTON — Gulf Arab states are on edge after President Donald Trump's decision to kill top Iranian commander Gen. Qassem Soleimani, fearing tensions between the United States and Iran could spiral into a military conflict on their doorstep with devastating economic effects, according to foreign diplomats... more »
Salmonella test results prompt company to recall tahini
Phoenicia Group Inc. is recalling Alkanater brand Tahina because of possible Salmonella contamination discovered during government testing. Officials in Canada did not report how much tahini is covered by the recall, and distribution details were incomplete. “The following product has been sold in Quebec and Ontario and may have been distributed in other provinces and... Continue Reading
Record Breaking Heat In The East
The press is full of stories about record breaking heat in the east. Apparently time began sometime after 1932. On this date in 1932, there were 70 degree temperatures all the way from Texas to New York City. The 1932 … Continue reading →
Breaking Down the US-China ‘Phase One’ Trade Deal
RT America A phase one deal between Beijing and Washington is expected to be signed on Wednesday, marking a substantial de-escalation of the trade war. The US has removed China from its “currency-manipulator” list ahead of the deal. State Sec. Mike Pompeo continues to sound alarms over the Chinese Communist Party and intellectual property theft. …
Trump No Longer Cares If Soleimani Was Imminent Threat to US Or Not
The Donald caught LYING! RT Donald Trump once again defended a drone strike in early January that killed a top Iranian General – but this time claimed it didn’t matter whether the assassinated Soleimani posed an imminent threat to the United States or not. The comment has now cast doubt on the earlier notion that …
Israeli Defence Minister Plans to Increase Jewish West Bank Settlers to a Million Within Decade
Israeli Defence Minister Plans to Increase Jewish West Bank Settlers to a Million Within Decade by AFP / January 9, 2020, https://palestina-komitee.nl/ Defence minister Naftali Bennett is leading his New Right party to elections in March. Israel’s defence minister yesterday said he planned to increase the number of Jewish settlers in the occupied West Bank …
Soleimani Killed to Stop Secret Saudi Deal (Full Show)
RT America Rick Sanchez discusses the recent history of the US Government lying in order to justify war. He tells us the real reason why Soleimani was assassinated and why the US may soon be at war with Iran. end
Will This Billionaire-Funded Think Tank Get Its War With Iran?
Will This Billionaire-Funded Think Tank Get Its War With Iran? by James Carden, https://www.thenation.com/ The Foundation for the Defense of Democracies’ militaristic influence on US policy toward Iran is working. Suleimani’s assassination is evidence of that. – Consider the following scenario: A Washington, DC–based, tax-exempt organization that bills itself as a think tank dedicated to …
King Abdullah: Annexation Talk Absence of Gov’t Harms Israel-Jordan Ties
King Abdullah: Annexation Talk Absence of Gov’t Harms Israel-Jordan Ties by RACHEL WOLF, TOVAH LAZAROFF, https://www.jpost.com/ Jordan’s King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein spoke with France24 this week about the West Bank annexation and US President Donald Trump’s “Deal of the Century.” – Israeli annexation plans and its absence of a government are harming Jordan’s relations …
The UK is Abandoning Its Alliance with Trump as the United States ‘Withdraws from Its Leadership Around the World’
The UK is Abandoning Its Alliance with Trump as the United States ‘Withdraws from Its Leadership Around the World’ by Adam Bienkov, Business Insider US * The UK threatens to tear up its defence alliance with the US after Trump’s Iran crisis triggers a rupture between the two countries. * UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace says …
‘Stop Buying Iranian Oil Or Face Sanctions’: US in Talks with China Over Iran
‘Stop Buying Iranian Oil Or Face Sanctions’: US in Talks with China Over Iran by https://www.rt.com/ Washington has managed to “cut off probably over 95 percent of the oil revenues” of Iran, according to US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin. He told Fox News that US officials are now working on the issue with China, as …
A European Perspective on Central Bank Digital Currency
A European Perspective on Central Bank Digital Currency by Steven Guinness, https://stevenguinness2.wordpress.com/ Throughout 2019 I posted numerous articles on the subject of central bank digital currency (CBDC’s) and how simultaneous reforms of payment systems throughout the world are being undertaken in preparation for the full digitisation of money. – I have demonstrated through the words …
David Stockman on What Triggers the Next Financial Collapse
David Stockman on What Triggers the Next Financial Collapse by David Stockman, https://internationalman.com/ International Man: You have sounded the alarm on a coming financial crisis of historic proportions. How do Trump’s trade policies figure into your view that a crisis is coming? – David Stockman: Trump’s trade policies only create more risk and rot down …
Global Banks Spooked by Inequality-Riots Suggest Taxing the Rich
RT America Rick Sanchez talks to Prof. Richard Wolff about the IMF’s shocking call to increase taxes on the wealthy. Are the rich finally getting the message? Has global economic inequality gotten out of hand? end
Soleimani Killed to Protect Petro-Dollar, Says Pentagon Official
RT America Former Pentagon official Michael Maloof talks to Rick Sanchez about the “punitive rather than preventive” assassination of Iranian General Qasem Soleimani. Maloof explains that talks between Soleimani and the Saudi Crown may have spooked the US to punish Soleimani for encroaching on their turf. end
Fitton: Trump Shouldn’t Be on Trial, Adam Schiff Should
Fox Business Judicial Watch president Tom Fitton discusses the FISA Court’s decision to select Obama’s Department of Justice lawyer to oversee the FBI’s abuse reforms and says the impeachment trial against President Trump is corrupt. end
Repo Market: Discover New Insider Secrets (THIS WILL BLOW YOUR MIND!)
George Gammon Repo market insider Jeff Snider reveals shocking new facts 👉YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO MISS! 👈The repo market survived the end of the year but the fed is still printing money to bail out the system. Repo market operations seem to have become permanent. But Jeff Snider has a completely different explanations, and as …
DAVOS 2019 Documentary
I’ve just watched the latest documentary of the latest World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, on Vimeo. You have to pay for it, of course. It was, let me say, interesting. One personality stood out – Jennifer Morgan, a devout … Continue reading →
"One Wanders Through Life...
"One wanders through life as if wandering through a field in the dark of night, wearing a blindfold and very heavy shoes, with a poisonous toad waiting patiently beneath a clump of weeds, knowing full well that eventually you will step on him." ~ Lemony Snicket
"Central Banker Comes Clean"
*"Central Banker Comes Clean"* by Brian Maher "Reuters broadcasts the confession: "I do think the growth in the balance sheet is having some impact on the financial markets and on the valuation of risk assets…" Here we have the unassailable and unimpeachable testimony of one Robert Kaplan. He, Mr. Kaplan, presides over the Federal Reserve’s Dallas branch office. And so a central bank grandee gives it straight… and stamps our dark suspicions with an official seal. For this has been our claim: The latest stock market fever owes not to trade, not to economics, not to “fundamentals.” I... more »
Survey Reveals How Far Americans Would Go To Erase Their Student Debt
With the levels of student debt on the rise, LendEDU recently conducted a survey to see just how far Americans would go to erase their debt. As of now, the average student loan borrower carries a hefty $28,565 in debt on their shoulders, and, for many, it won’t be paid off within a decade. Keeping […]
Five Colleges Consortium Receives $2.5M to Support Native American and Indigenous Studies Program
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation donated $2.5 million to Five Colleges Consortium to support the development of a new Native American and Indigenous studies program. Under the four-year grant, the Five Colleges Consortium will hire new faculty and establish new courses. Additionally, the funding will provide both scholars and experts an opportunity to collaborate on […]
Kevin L. Antoine Appointed as Chief Diversity Officer at Bucks County Community College
Kevin L. Antoine was named chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer at Bucks County Community College in Pennsylvania. Antoine holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Mississippi and a juris doctorate from the College of William & Mary School of Law. He also served in the United States Air Force. Throughout his career, […]
Virginia Tech Launches African Drone and Data Academy in Malawi
Alongside UNICEF, Virginia Tech opened the first African Drone and Data Academy in Lilongwe, Malawi to meet the needs within the health, agriculture and environment sector. In the academy, students will take a 12-week course to develop data and entrepreunership skills. By 2021, the goal is to train around 150 students to be able to […]
Live Blog: Democrat Presidential Primary Debate #9 in Des Moines, Iowa
Candidates! Candidates! Candidates! ★★★ Six candidates on one stage! ★★★ Come on down!
Yes, Even With the Purges, Turkey's Military Is a Beast to Be Feared
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, Middle East* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/SYRIA-SECURITY-TURKEY-RC1930B55610.html] Ankara is a powerful country. *Key point: *Ankara weakened its military through repeated purges after a failed coup in 2016, but its forces remain formidable. Indeed, Turkey boasts one of the largest and best-equipped militaries in the region. Straddling two continents, Turkey has one of the most powerful armed forces in Europe or Asia. Over four hundred thousand strong, Ankara’s armed forces are divided into the Army, Air Force, and Navy. A Special Force... more »
Putin's Russia Is Not the Soviet Union Reborn
*Ted Galen Carpenter* *Security, europete* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/RUSSIA-GERMANY--RC2SDE9QZMBJ.html] Thirty years after the end of the Cold War, it's time the foreign policy establishment learned the difference. *Key Point:* U.S. foreign policy must catch up with the developments of the past thirty years and reassess its relationship with Russia. The American public and U.S. policymakers both have an unfortunate tendency to conflate Russia with the Soviet Union. That habit emerged again with the media and political reaction to the Helsinki summit between Pr... more »
Meet the Army's "Suicide Squad" That Trained to Fight Russia
*Michael Peck* *History, Europe* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/JAPAN-USA-MILITARY-DRILL-RC18500A7950.html] What was their mission? *Key point:* The Special Forces' mission would have been to lead a guerrilla resistance against Soviet forces deep inside enemy territory. It was a mission that may have caused Moscow some pain, but also was certainly doomed to fail. Had the Cold War turned hot, there would have been no escape for the U.S. garrison in West Berlin. Marooned in a city more than 100 miles inside Communist East Germany, the U.S. Berlin Brigade—and the Bri... more »
Why Prohibition Changed the Way Americans Drink
*Jay L. Zagorsky* *History, Americas* [image: Reuters] Prohibition did little to ease Americans’ love of liquor. On Jan. 17, 1920, one hundred years ago, America officially went dry. Prohibition, embodied in the U.S Constitution’s 18th amendment, banned the sale, manufacture and transportation of alcohol. Yet it remained legal to drink, and alcohol was widely available throughout Prohibition, which ended in 1933. I am reminded of how easy it was to drink during Prohibition every time I go to the hotel in New Hampshire that hosted the Bretton Woods Conference, which created the ... more »
How Would America Fight Without the Tomahawk Missile?
*Robert Farley* *Security, * [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/SYRIA-CRISIS-STRIKES-WASEA9N0MB901.html] This is an alternate history of what might have been. *Key Point:* Without the destructive power of the Tomahawk, it's likely the U.S. would have practiced more military restraint overseas. For the past three decades, America’s signature weapon of war has been the Tomahawk Land Attack Missile, or TLAM. The TLAM has helped bust down the doors of air-defense networks from Iraq to Libya, and has become a favorite tool of political influence for several presidents. Bu... more »
Iowa Issues: What do the Democratic Candidates Think about Health Care Coverage?
*Simon F. Haeder* *Politics, Americas* [image: Reuters] With all the talk on both sides of reform, political realities make it likely that neither Republicans nor Democrats will have their way any time soon. As Democratic presidential hopefuls gather in Iowa for the seventh debate, Iran and foreign policy will likely play a central role. But health care will remain the most important topic of debate for many Americans. No doubt, all six candidates tonight will talk about their proposals for health reform using terms like universal coverage, public option, “Medicare for All,” and... more »
China Has A New Tank: Here's What We Know About The Type 15
*Mark Episkopos* *Security, Asia* China has a lot of old tanks to replace. *Key point: *We can expect to see the Type 15 in maritime theatres. China’s collection of over 7,000 tanks, while numerically impressive, is inflated by increasingly outdated iterations of 1950’s Soviet T-series tanks like the T-54. The People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has taken active measures over the past several decades to renew their aging lineup, culminating with the Type 99 that can give competing U.S. and Russian flagship tanks a run for their money. But as the Type 99 evolved in the direction of gr... more »
Could Russia and China Ever Work Together to Build Nuclear-Powered Aircraft Carriers?
*David Axe* *Politics, Asia* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/CHINA-TAIWAN-MILITARY-RC27ED9NBXTL.html] Doubtful. *Key point:* Moscow and Beijing may be closer than in previous years, but that doesn't mean the political will and money exists to co-build nuclear-powered carriers. Besides, Russia needs carriers more badly than China and Beijing is quickly learning how to build better and better flattops. China could partner with Russia in order to develop nuclear-powered icebreakers. While the vessels would be useful in their own right, the main benefit could be to h... more »
U.S. Army Rockets Return to Europe
*David Axe* *Security, * The U.S. Army has upgraded its sole rocket battalion in Europe. The update underscores the slow but steady expansion of American ground forces on the continent following a decade of deep cuts. The U.S. Army has upgraded its sole rocket battalion in Europe. The update underscores the slow but steady expansion of American ground forces on the continent following a decade of deep cuts. 1st Battalion, 6th Field Artillery, 41st Field Artillery Brigade in October 2019 began training on the latest software for its eight or nine Multiple Launch Rocket System lau... more »
How One American Helped Fund Israel's Nuclear Bomb
*Zachary Keck* *History, Middle East* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/ISRAEL-USA-AIRFORCE-RC12CDEDCED0.html] A forgotten history. *Key point:* Israel managed to convince France to give it a lot of the necessary nuclear technology. However, to afford the cost, Israel turned to sympathetic Americans for donations. Although Israel doesn’t officially acknowledge it, it is well understood that the country possesses a nuclear weapon arsenal (although the exact number of warheads are in dispute). It is similarly well understood that the United States opposed Israel’s nucl... more »
The Fall of Corregidor: Inside America's Worst Military Defeat Ever
*Michael Peck* *History, Asia* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/WW2-ANNIVERSARY-PHOTOS-RC1F17BB6F10.html] Imperial Japan had seized the Philippines. *Key point:* America was not prepared for World War II and was taken off-guard by Imperial Japan's surprise attack. Tokyo had managed to take the Phillippines, forcing the largest and worst surrender in American history. “Tell Joe, wherever he is, to give ’em hell for us,” said the radio signal. “My love to you all. God bless you and keep you. Sign my name, and tell mother how you heard from me. Stand by.” And then the... more »
House Scheme Unfolds – Adam Schiff Transmits “New Evidence” to Nadler…
Yesterday’s ridiculous, albeit proactive, New York Times narrative about Russians hacking Burisma now makes sense. Today the Lawfare team (Mary McCord et al) within Adam Schiff’s impeachment crew send additional files of evidence (pdf below) to be included in the … Continue reading →
Massive Keep America Great Rally – Milwaukee, Wisconsin – 8:00pm ET Livestream…
Tonight President Trump heads to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for another massive Keep America Great rally at the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena. President Trump is expected to speak at 8:00pm EST. RSBN Livestream Link – Donald J Trump Livestream – Fox News Livestream … Continue reading →
White House Confirms Impeachment Defense Team: Pat Cipollone, Jay Sekulow, Michael Purpura and Patrick Philbin…
Earlier today the White House confirmed the impeachment defense team led by White House Counsel Pat Cipollone. Joining Cipollone is President Trump’s personal attorney Jay Sekulow and White House Deputy Attorneys Michael Purpura and Patrick Philbin. Additionally, constitutional lawyer Alan … Continue reading →
Record lows in British Columbia and Newfoundland
A cold arctic airmass remains entrenched over British Columbia. The areas with clear skies allowed temperatures to dip to record levels this morning. BRITISH COLUMBIA Weather summary issued by Environment Canada – 14 Jan 2020. 1. Summary of record low temperatures in degrees celsius: Bella Bella Area New record: -11.0 Old record: -5.0 set in ... Read more Record lows in British Columbia and Newfoundland The post Record lows in British Columbia and Newfoundland appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Victorian authorities confirm death of 'inspirational' firefighter brings fires toll to five
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Victorian authorities praise father-of-three David Moresi, who died while creating containment lines for a fire in East Gippsland last year.
Tales of wombat 'heroes' have gone viral. Unfortunately, they're not entirely true
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Wombats can emerge as accidental heroes during a bushfire, but do they really invite other animals into their burrows to escape the flames? Dale Nimmo explains.
Who will foot the security bill for Harry and Meghan?
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Regardless of whether they're full-time, part-time or no-time Royals, Prince Harry and Meghan will still need security. But if they share their time between two different continents, who foots the bill?
Winton dinosaur field reveals biggest carnivorous dinosaur ever found in Australia
Initially unearthed in the Winton fossil field in 2017, this theropod probably belongs to the Australovenator wintonensis species and is the largest carnivorous dinosaur discovered in Australia.
Passenger flight dumps jet fuel on schools near Los Angeles in emergency landing
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Fuel dumped by an airliner making an emergency return to Los Angeles International Airport due to an engine problem falls onto three schools, causing minor irritation to 40 children and adults.
Council push to evict emus has WA town's human residents in a flap
A score of emus that have staged a six-month occupation in a WA town known for its lush gardens look set to stay, despite their presence creating some friction between locals and the council.
Science Minister says Australia is wasting time debating the merits of climate change
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Australia is wasting time debating the merits of climate change and should instead focus its attention on responding to it, Science Minister Karen Andrews has warned.
She's the Bond guy — Billie Eilish has recorded the new 007 song
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Producers announce 18-year-old alternative pop singer Billie Eilish is the youngest artist to record a song for the James Bond film franchise, quashing fan theory about Beyonce.
Baha'i Centre among Adelaide buildings burnt in overnight spate of fires
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Police are investigating a suspicious fire at a religious building in the Adelaide suburb of North Brighton, as well as at a unit in the city's north.
European allies formally accuse Iran of breaking nuclear deal
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Britain, France and Germany formally accuse Iran of violating the terms of its 2015 agreement to curb its nuclear program, a step by the three powers that could lead eventually to the reimposing of UN sanctions lifted under the deal.
New link between China and WA takes off amid warning of the Palau example
A month-long trial of direct flights run by state-owned China Eastern Airlines between Shanghai and Perth begins today, but one China expert says Beijing's track record means there could be a catch.
Daily World News Briefs -- January 14, 2020 (Evening Edition)
*Reuters:* *Britain, France, Germany formally accuse Iran of breaking nuclear deal* PARIS/LONDON (Reuters) - Britain, France and Germany formally accused Iran on Tuesday of violating the terms of its 2015 agreement to curb its nuclear program, which eventually could lead to the reimposing of U.N. sanctions lifted under the deal. The European powers said they were acting to avoid a crisis over nuclear proliferation adding to an escalating confrontation in the Middle East. Russia, another signatory to the pact, said it saw no grounds to trigger the mechanism and Iran dismissed the... more »
Jan. 14:Not a good day.
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/jan/13/pictures-world-fire-australia-bushfire-climate-emergency https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/jan/13/ocean-temperatures-hit-record-high-as-rate-of-heating-accelerates https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/jan/13/why-record-ocean-temperatures-matter https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2020/jan/14/safety-first-as-australian-open-qualifying-delayed-due-to-poor-air-quality _________________________________________________________________ https://www.cbc.ca/news/opinion/opinion-air-disaster-iran-canada-1.5421028 Oh, give me ... more »
Bloomberg Buys His First Congressional Endorsement-- A Blue Dog, Of Course
*Team Bloomberg* Once Bloomberg, the billionaire self-funder and least liked of all the Democratic candidates running for president, put out feelers that he would pay-- and pay big-- for congressional endorsements, we asked who the first asshole would be. Democrats polled say they find Bloomberg relatively untrustworthy, dishonest, unable to deal with their hopes and aspirations, bad on issues and unable to beat Trump. But he is spending and spending and spending and even hiring lobbyists to bribe Democratic congressmen into endorsing him. So it should have come as no surprise which... more »
Less Than 1% of Vaccine Injuries Reported in the Government National Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System
The Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) was created by Congress under the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986 and became operational in 1990 in response to growing public concern about the safety of vaccines, particularly the DPT (diphtheria-pertussis-tetanus) vaccine. VAERS is jointly operated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Since VAERS began collecting reports in 1990, as of Nov. 14, 2019 there have been 8,087 vaccine-related deaths reported and about 47 percent of those death reports w... more »
Florida ABC News Covers Widespread Medical Kidnappings Due to Child Abuse Pediatricians
As year 2020 gets underway, we are seeing more and more mainstream media sources covering medical kidnapping stories, especially when Child Abuse Pediatricians are involved. One of the latest investigative reports comes from the Tampa ABC News I-Team Investigations. Katie LaGrone, reporting with ABC Action News, writes: "A Florida lawmaker believes the state’s medical experts on child abuse need more checks and balances after an I-team investigation revealed several pediatricians have made questionable calls against parents who appeared to have done everything right. 'Any position ... more »
Should Tax Dollars Pay For This Discrimination
From Kentucky comes the story of a fifteen-year old student expelled for wearing a rainbow t-shirt. Seriously. Kayla Kenney used to be a student at Whitefield Academy, where the mission is "to serve Christian families by providing a Christ-centered, Biblically-based education marked by academic excellence and spiritual vitality." Part of their vision is "to produce powerful and effective student leaders." The name, incidentally, is from George Whitefield, an 18th century preacher credited with helping to found Methodism and evangelism-- so not a subtle whiteness thing, just a subtle... more »
Illinois probes marijuana retailers for sourcing violations
Illinois regulators are investigating apparent violations of a regulation intended to prevent marijuana stores from sourcing marijuana from a single cultivator. The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation also reminded retailers that they are required by law to keep enough product on hand for medical marijuana customers. Just over a week after the state’s […] Illinois probes marijuana retailers for sourcing violations is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Protest Song Of The Week: ‘One Million’ By Turismo Girlfriend World Tour
Turismo Girlfriend World Tour is the moniker of Julie Bernouis, a French-born singer-songwriter based in New York. “I don’t pretend to be an activist. I’m not Bob Dylan. But I like a serious catchy and upbeat song,” Bernouis stated. “The whole point is to convey the idea and raise awareness The post Protest Song Of The Week: ‘One Million’ By Turismo Girlfriend World Tour appeared first on Shadowproof.
The Left and Their 'Tin Foil Hat' Problem.
Nuttier Than Your Average Squirrel Turd - MSNBC Loonie Central's Joy Reid *by Clint Fargeau* A philosopher once observed: “If someone falsely accuses you of doing something, it’s a good bet they are doing it themselves.” Those who have the misfortune to peruse the organs of Leftist opinion will find no shortage of op-eds descrying the crazy conspiracy theories of conservatives. Silly conservatives. Bunch of paranoid loons they are. The barrage of leftist gaslighting over the last three years supports the philosopher's more intellectual formulation of “He that smelt it dealt it.”... more »
Reports: Top Secret Russian Spy Satellite Exploded In Space
File illustration of Kosmos-2491 *Space Daily/Sputnik:* *Russian spy satellite has broken up in space says harvard astronomer* Russia launched the Kosmos-2491 military satellite into orbit in 2013, with few details made available regarding its capabilities and mission, leading to speculation about its true purpose. Russia's Kosmos-2491 military satellite may has disintegrated in space, either by accident or after deliberately self-destructing, Harvard-Smithsonian astronomer Jonathan McDowell believes. Earlier, the US Air Force's Project Space Track reported that ten fragments tho... more »
Turkey Releases Assyrian Priest
Assyrian International News Agency - 4 hours ago
Turkey on Tuesday released a Syriac priest days after his arrest for sharing food with a member of an outlawed Kurdish group, Euronews Turkish reported.
BlackRock Flips Its Script on ESG?
George Hay of Reuters reports that Larry Fink is slowly becoming part of climate solution: Larry Fink seems to be listening to his critics. The BlackRock boss on Tuesday published his annual letter to CEOs of the companies the $7 trillion fund manager invests in. To a greater degree than in the past, tackling climate change is the priority. *Fink might argue that previous letters, which called for companies to help stakeholders as well as shareholders, were on a similar path. BlackRock is no stranger to applying environmental, social and governance criteria to its investment proce... more »
House Democrats pledge fealty to Iran
The House minority leader proposed a resolution that condemned Iran for shooting down a civilian airliner, supported the Iranian protestors who are asking for freedom, and called on the Iranian regime to not kill protestors. Democrats blocked it from being voted on. If all of the Democrats support for Soleimani and condemnation of Trump didn't convince you that Democrats are on the side of the Iranian theocracy this will. Of course this is nothing new. When Iran had its Arab Spring Obama, who did everything he could to ensure that the radical Islamist Muslim Brotherhood would rul... more »
Democrats Release New Documents on Eve of Impeachment Trial
House Democrats have released a trove of documents they obtained from Lev Parnas, a close associate of President Donald Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, as they prepare to send articles of impeachment to the Senate for Trump's trial.
Digging Further into South Carolina’s Gun Rights
[image: duke-pesta-digging-further-into-south-carolinas-gun-rights] VIDEO - Dr. Duke Pesta talks again with South Carolina State Representatives @RepStewartJones (R-14) and @RJosiahMagnuson (R-38). Today they discuss #GunRights in more detail, how the left is trying to limit the second amendment and what they would do if they were the governor of their state.
The Daily Brief 2020-01-13
This is a summary of 23 AMN articles on the following subjects: Jordan, Libya, Syria, Iraq, ISIS, Mediterranean, Russia, Iran, Idlib, Assad, Putin, Trump, Latakia, Hama, Hezbollah, Lebanon, Soleimani, Aleppo, Israel, US, Egypt, Turkey, Nasrallah. Categories covered in this brief: Iraq, Middleeast, North-Africa, Syria, Iran, Lebanon Let us know how you like this brief in […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Update: Suspected Israeli missiles hit Syrian airbase that houses Iranian troops
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:45 P.M.) – Several missiles targeted the T-4 Military Airport in the eastern countryside of the Homs Governorate, a source told Al-Masdar News from Damascus. According to the source, a number of explosions were heard at the airbase after some of the missiles managed to hit their intended targets. He would add that […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Developing: Syrian air defenses activated at key airbase in eastern Homs
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:35 P.M.) – The Syrian air defenses were reportedly activated at the T-4 Military Airport in eastern Homs this evening. According to preliminary reports, the Syrian military activated their air defenses after “hostile missiles” targeted this key installation in eastern Homs. The T-4 Airport houses both Russian and Iranian troops; it has also […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Update: At least one rocket hits Iraqi base hosting US forces
BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:00 P.M.) – At least one rocket struck an Iraqi military base that is hosting the U.S. Armed Forces this evening, the Iraqi security forces announced this evening. According to the Iraqi security forces, the rocket targeted Camp Taiji in the Salaheddine Governorate; this base is located just north of Baghdad and east […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Breaking: New missile strikes reported at Iraqi military base hosting US forces
BEIRUT, LEBANON (8:30 P.M.) – Several missiles were reported to have targeted a base hosting U.S. troops north of Baghdad this evening, resulting in a number of explosions near the Baghdad-Samarra Highway. According to the reports, the missiles targeted Camp Taiji in the Salaheddine Governorate, which was one of the sites previously targeted by unknown […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Samuel on a shower curtain
Today I was reading from 1 Samuel 1 and decided to look up various translations. The internet allows some surprises, and I found Reynolds’ classic painting of the child Samuel available on shower curtains, I-phone covers, and tote bags. Kitschy. I remember this on the little Sunday School bulletins we received each Sunday when it was popular to teach children art along with Bible. Barren, elderly or grieving mothers is a Biblical theme--it's the story of Jacob, Rachel (who was barren) and Leah, how Moses was adopted into a royal family, how the story of John's mother Elizabeth... more »
WHY, PERHAPS NAIVELY, I DESPISE THE SANDERS SUPERFANS BUT NOT SANDERS
I encounter a lot of people who can't stand Bernie Sanders and consider him a pestilence on the land. I resented him in 2016 for continuing to insist that the primary race was ongoing long after he had any chance of securing the nomination. But I resented Hillary Clinton for the same thing in 2008, and I got over it. That was a year when Democrats could better afford a threat to party unity -- Barack Obama was popular and a great campaigner, and he had successfully tied the extremely unpopular George W. Bush around John McCain's neck. in 2008, Democrats had the wind at their back. In... more »
"A Time for Choosing… Again"
*"A Time for Choosing… Again"* by David Stockman "The real division is not between conservatives and revolutionaries but between authoritarians and libertarians." – George Orwell, “Letter to Malcolm Muggeridge,” December 4, 1948 (quoted in "Malcolm Muggeridge: A Life" (1980) by Ian Hunter) "Chris Scott, in his regular commentary on U.S.-China relations, zooms out for a big-picture view that’s sure to raise the hackles of anyone who purports to be for freedom and for liberty, for Americans and for people everywhere. You see, we’re seeing in real time what human beings will do for a ... more »
"Economic Market Snapshot PM 1/14/20"
*PM 1/14/20, Updated frequently as available.* ◆ Gregory Mannarino, PM 1/14/20: "*SURPRISE! * *The US/China Trade Deal Is Not Looking So Good**"* - https://www.traderschoice.net/ ◆ *MarketWatch Market Summary, Live Updates* - https://www.marketwatch.com/tools/marketsummary *CNN Market Data:* - http://money.cnn.com/data/markets/ *CNN Fear And Greed Index:* - http://money.cnn.com/data/fear-and-greed/ ◆ *Buffett Indicator: Where Are We with Market Valuations?* "As of 1/14/20 (updates daily): The Stock Market is Significantly Overvalued. Based on historical ratio of total market cap over ... more »
ISIS Applauds Trump’s Killing Soleimani
Eric Zuesse, originally posted at strategic-culture.org According to BBC’s top expert on jihadist movements, official publications from ISIS are now calling the killing of the Iranian General Qasem Soleimani an act of God, and are portraying Shiite Iran as Muslims’ greatest enemy, more so even than powers that don’t claim to be Muslim. In a […] More The post ISIS Applauds Trump’s Killing Soleimani appeared first on The Duran .
8 injured in random stabbing at America The Beautiful park
you just don’t get a headline that very often. Get me not happy of that. I could use a lot less of it. Teddy ‘potty panties’ Nugent will regal us with a boast that if he had been there he would have killed (not ‘harmed’) more targets because stabbing isn’t as effective as bullets.
Halifax keeping $200,000 police services review secret, citing ‘sensitive information’
Halifax is not publicly releasing a consultants’ report into police services in the municipality, citing “sensitive information” around the use of police resources, privacy, and security. Regional council voted in favour of a staff recommendation to accept the report and 26 of its 29 recommendations at its meeting on Tuesday. Most of the recommendations were […]
How the Tories Smashed Stoke Labour
As the Tory tide proved unstoppable in dozens of so-called heartland seats, the blue wave rolled over Labour's three North Staffordshire seats and erased our party's parliamentary representation. In Newcastle-under-Lyme the thin majority of 30 became a safe 7,500 margin for the Tories. 2,349 in Stoke North was turned into its opposite and almost tripled. Stoke Central, the residence of yours truly, saw +4,000 become +670 for the Tories, and Stoke South, where I spent the election went from a marginal with a thin 663 Tory majority to a safe seat with 11,300 votes between the two main... more »
Can Amazon’s Alexa Tell You How to Do CPR in an Emergency?
In the event of an emergency, you should definitely call emergency responders.
Social Media Campaign Seeks to Rewrite ‘Chinese Restaurant Syndrome’ Definition
Merriam-Webster.com lists ‘Chinese Restaurant Syndrome’ as a real illness that has been around since 1968.
Sea Ice Extent (Global Antarctic and Arctic) – Day 13 – 2020
Originally posted on sunshine hours: South / North
The Truth About the Australian Bushfires
Bushfires are NOT Climate Change Paul Joseph Watson January 7, 2020 . . Absolutely idiotic. First bushfires are normal. Second idiots that do not plan controlled fires getting rid of trash are asking for trouble. –Uriel–
PV – Violence Authorized in Sanders Campaign?
Sanders Campaign Part 1; Field Organizer “F**king Cities Burn” if Trump Re-Elected Jan 14, 2020 . More to the Story . What is a gulag? A government agency something on the lines of of the Soviet forced-labour camp-system that was set up by Comrad Lenin and continued under Comrade Stalin to ensure that every comrade citizen was provided a job to earn his/her keep. Most often the gulags were full of prisoners who were considered expendable enemy dissidents against the ruling government. The term is basically out of favor thanks to the old communist regimes; however, the concept is not.... more »
China's Censors Are Letting Iran And The US Go At Each Other On China's Social Media Website Weibo
Photo: Many countries and companies operate Chinese social media accounts to speak to the vast Chinese audience. (Weibo) *ABC News Online:* *Iran and the US are now trading barbs on China's Weibo amid censorship on other platforms* The world has been on alert since the United States killed Iran's revered military general Qassem Soleimani in a drone strike in Baghdad earlier this month. For the moment, it appears as though Tehran and Washington will not be coming to armed blows in the immediate term, but that has not stopped the countries from trading barbs in the virtual sphere —... more »
How the Army Is Training European Militias to Stop a Russian Invasion
*David Axe* *Security, Europe* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/UKRAINE-CRISIS-POLAND-MILITIAS-GF10000033283.html] A vital job. *Key point:* Washington is hoping that armed and trained civilians could spot and help stop a Russian invasion before it seized territory. Ever since Russia attacked Ukraine, American soldiers have been training NATO allies on how to counter such a surprise and unofficial attack. U.S. Army soldiers have been training militia troops from the Baltic states in order to help them resist Russian occupation in the event Russia makes a land-grab w... more »
Susan Rice Wants Congress to Have the War Powers It Was Denied in 2011
*Matthew Petti* *Security, Americas* [image: Reuters] Rice said that she would “ban foreign policy by tweet” and restore regular press briefings. Former National Security Advisor Susan Rice thinks the next Democratic president should ask Congress about its national security concerns, a stunning reversal from when she pushed former President Barack Obama to attack Libya without the permission of Congress. Rice, the national security advisor who oversaw Obama’s invasion of Libya, was instrumental in pushing Obama towards a military intervention against the Libyan government in 201... more »
Vaccines Containing Animal, Plant, Fungal Proteins Cause Autoimmune Diseases and Cancer
By Vinu Arumugham Here is the conclusion of my recently published paper, Analyzing 23000+ Epitopes Covering 82 Autoimmune Diseases in the Immune Epitope Database; There’s an Unmistakable Signature of the Role of Vaccines in Their Etiologies: Vaccines containing animal, plant or fungal proteins are extremely dangerous and cause numerous autoimmune diseases and cancer. All […] The post Vaccines Containing Animal, Plant, Fungal Proteins Cause Autoimmune Diseases and Cancer appeared first on Children's Health Defense.
Florida ABC News Covers Widespread Medical Kidnappings Due to Child Abuse Pediatricians
As year 2020 gets underway, we are seeing more and more mainstream media sources covering medical kidnapping stories, especially when Child Abuse Pediatricians are involved. One of the latest investigative reports comes from the Tampa ABC News I-Team Investigations. Katie LaGrone, reporting with ABC Action News, writes: "A Florida lawmaker believes the state’s medical experts on child abuse need more checks and balances after an I-team investigation revealed several pediatricians have made questionable calls against parents who appeared to have done everything right. 'Any position ... more »
STAND: “You Have Always Been Loyal to This Nation, Now You Finally Have a President Who is Loyal To You”…
When we see that justice is measured, not by due process, but by compulsion; when we see that in order to invoke our right to due process, we need to obtain permission from those who rebuke the constitution; when we … Continue reading →
Heavy snowfall, harsh weather kills, 70 more people in Pakistan, Afghanistan
Authorities struggle to reopen highways. State of emergency declared in affected areas. _________ The disputed** Himalayan region of Kashmir was hit the worst, with 55 deaths in the past 24 hours, said Waseem Uddin, a spokesman for Pakistan’s National Disaster Management Authority. “Rescuers are facing difficulties in reaching the stricken villages,” said Ahmad Raza Qadri, ... Read more Heavy snowfall, harsh weather kills, 70 more people in Pakistan, Afghanistan The post Heavy snowfall, harsh weather kills, 70 more people in Pakistan, Afghanistan appeared first on Ice Age Now.
A Thought
People can be categorised as those who only see what they believe, those who believe what they see, and those who don’t know either way, The first group form the top-down authoritative social orders, and only recite dogma. The others … Continue reading →
NSA Finds Major Security Flaw in Windows 10, Free Fix Issued
Microsoft said it has not seen any evidence that hackers have used the technique.
Pelosi Sets Wednesday Votes to Send Impeachment to Senate
The action will launch the Senate proceeding, only the third presidential impeachment trial in American history.
Did a Mom Beat Her Son to Death for Refusing to Dress Like a Girl?
The tragic story of a young boy in Mexico was spread with misinformation about his death.
Warren, Sanders Backers Feud After ‘Pocahontas’ Text Message
A text message that referred to Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren as “Pocahontas” which was sent through rival Bernie Sanders’ volunteer messaging system led to social media feuding and confusion among supporters of both candidates.
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