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Juno: Looking Deep into Jupiter’s Atmosphere
We’re learning more about the composition of Jupiter’s atmosphere, and in particular, the amount of water therein, as a result of data from the Juno mission. The data come in the 1.25 to 22 GHz range from Juno’s microwave radiometer (MWR), depicting the deep atmosphere in the equatorial region. Here, water (considered in terms of […]
Australia stunned in T20 World Cup opener, spun out by India
India leg spinner Poonam Yadav runs rings around Australia's batters, taking 4-19 to send the hosts and tournament favourites crashing to a 17-run defeat in the opening match of the Twenty20 World Cup.
Republican Oligarch Got A Baptism By Fire Into Democratic Presidential Politics
*Billionaires should not exist* Bloomberg couldn't hide behind his half billion dollars-- so far-- in TV and radio ads on Wednesday nigh, although he did run a fake Obama endorsement ad just as the debate was starting. But that didn't save him from what his get-rich-quick campaign advisors apparently failed to adequately prepare him for. If Team Mini-Mike thought making it to the debate stage was a victory, they were quickly disabused of that silly notion. The first poke at the piñata came from Elizabeth Warren-- who probably still remembers Bloomberg helping to fund her Republican ... more »
Reactions to coronavirus in China are echoing the Ebola epidemic in Africa
I'm seeing a number of similarities between the way that China is responding to the coronavirus epidemic, and the way governments and individuals responded to Ebola in Africa. Frankly, I'm startled, because the Chinese government should know better, and its people are more educated than the average African: yet, the similarities persist. Consider government actions to control an outbreak of disease. In Africa, we saw: - Initial denial. Governments tried to protect their economies, particularly tourism, by denying that there was an epidemic at all. Those insisting tha... more »
Dear Mike Bloomberg: Here's How You Should Have Answered the NDA Question
Without a doubt, Elizabeth Warren eviscerated Mike Bloomberg this week regarding the sexual harassment settlements his company has that contain non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). I don't know why he wasn't prepared for this question, as the issue has been all over social media. But here's what he should have said: As a matter of fact, I have with me my signed modification of an NDA. As you know, non-disclosure provisions are part of a larger settlement or severance package, and they provide confidentiality of the agreement. They also provide that they can only be modified in writing ... more »
History of Science – How Can It Really Matter If Boffins Admit They’re Erroneous?
It seems just like one of the biggest problems the culture has chemistry is that your inclination to contact all those who are claiming to become science that an”anti-science”. From the the time a set of believers at a fresh religion published the findings in the paper and created a figure which disproved professionalwritingservices.biz the Bible. Their statisticians claimed that they left the following statement and that it was faulty: “Firstof we all can perform is always to compare apples into oranges. When you compare apples to oranges, all and any defects must be contrasted to ... more »
Assessing the A-B Science Program
Probably one among the appealing things about the A-B Science curriculum could be the emphasis on bodily exercise. It’s a excellent idea to acquire kids involved with physical exercise. The point is these physical tasks lead to wellness center, that contributes to well being, which leads to writing a medical literature review raised wellness and less pain and disease. The A-B Science program focuses on improving over all health. If your son or daughter is a young woman beginning her very first workout regime, or even definitely an athlete, you are interested in being certain this pr... more »
Guideline Regarding How To Compose A Dissertation
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Licensing appeals overwhelm Missouri’s medical marijuana program, point to widespread MJ industry concern about scoring fairness
Challenges by rejected medical cannabis license applicants have inundated Missouri regulators, despite state efforts to avoid such a mess by hiring an independent third-party scorer. Rejected small-business applicants complain that arbitrary scoring processes shut them out of a market designed to remain largely locally owned, while multistate cannabis operators (MSOs) won a big chunk of the licenses. The […] Licensing appeals overwhelm Missouri’s medical marijuana program, point to widespread MJ industry concern about scoring fairness is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Fina... more »
Assange European Defense Lawyers Will Try for Asylum in France
*AP* | European lawyers believe that Macron government might be open to possibility of relocation in France.
The Five Pillars Of A Good Nation
Liberty and free markets are not the “cause” of a good nation; they are the “effect” of a good nation. This conception entails the very important consequence: You cannot make a convincing case for liberty and free markets by philosophizing directly about these two concepts. The ideas of liberty and free markets make sense only when a good nation is already in existence. You have to begin by making a case for the five pillars which support the edifice of a good nation. The five pillars are culture, religion (theological philosophy), history, nationalism, and patriotism. Once these fi... more »
Russia/Turkey To Talk in Ankara Next Week- Russia did NOT Strike Turkish Troops
*Link * *ISTANBUL, FEBRUARY 21 - While fighting continues on the ground in Idlib between Syrian government forces supported by Russia and rebels backed by Turkey, a new round of talks has been scheduled between Turkish and Russian delegations next week in Ankara. It will be the third round of meetings after those held between Monday and Tuesday in Moscow and previously in Ankara. Previous negotiations have failed to reach an agreement* *Kremlin: Syria talks with Erdogan, Merkel and Macron under discussion* *“The possibility of holding a summit is being discussed. There any no firm ... more »
President Bolsonaro Authorizes Deployment of Armed Forces in Ceará
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - On Thursday, February 20th, President Jair Bolsonaro signed a decree authorizing the deployment of the Armed Forces in Ceará, at the request of Governor Camilo Santana. The State is experiencing a crisis in public security, aggravated by the strike of part of the state police, who are mutinous in barracks […] The post President Bolsonaro Authorizes Deployment of Armed Forces in Ceará appeared first on The Rio Times.
Thousands of Argentine Women Relaunch Campaign for Legal Abortion
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Women in line, blindfolded and with green scarves on their necks and wrists, sang for the first time in Santiago in late 2019 the song 'You are the Rapist'. The choreography of the feminist group Las Tesis has gone viral and has been reproduced all over the world ever since. […] The post Thousands of Argentine Women Relaunch Campaign for Legal Abortion appeared first on The Rio Times.
New Federative Pact Proposes ‘Sophie’s Choice’: Spend More on Education or Health?
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The permanent tension between the Presidency and Congress grew exponentially on Wednesday, February 19th, when the angered speeches of General Augusto Heleno, leaked from a private meeting in which he criticized an attempted "disguised parliamentariy coup," became public. The turbulent relationship between the two powers should see new chapters -and […] The post New Federative Pact Proposes ‘Sophie’s Choice’: Spend More on Education or Health? appeared first on The Rio Times.
Next US Sanctions on Venezuela Aim to “Cut off Maduro’s Lifeline”
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The US government has imposed further sanctions on the Venezuelan oil industry, aimed at preventing economic cooperation with the Geneva-based Rosneft Trading SA. A subsidiary of the Rosneft Russian oil company is to cease operations in Venezuela within the next three months. In case of non-compliance, both the company and […] The post Next US Sanctions on Venezuela Aim to “Cut off Maduro’s Lifeline” appeared first on The Rio Times.
Cuba Pledges to Repay Outstanding Debts Despite US Sanctions
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Cuba will fulfil its commitments to the Paris Club. The Cuban government has pledged to do so in a letter to the club's president and assured the president of the group of 14 creditor countries, Odile Renaud-Basso, that the deferred payment will be effected by May. Deputy Prime Minister Ricardo […] The post Cuba Pledges to Repay Outstanding Debts Despite US Sanctions appeared first on The Rio Times.
Mitsubishi’s Fish
In the middle of January, representatives from Cermaq Canada were in Digby, Nova Scotia on the second leg of the company’s “Hello Nova Scotia” tour — a folksy attempt by the global aquaculture giant to “consult” the small, rural, coastal communities that would be affected by its salmon farm expansion plan. The firm is part […]
Security forces leaders fired at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for fostering toxic work environment
The commander and chief master sergeant heading security forces at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam were removed from their positions Tuesday for fostering a toxic work environment. Lt. Col. Christopher Robinson and Chief Master Sgt. Justin Crockett of the 647th Security Forces Squadron were “relieved following an investigation which revealed failures in leadership that led to […] More The post Security forces leaders fired at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam for fostering toxic work environment appeared first on The Duran.
One Monster Is Sentenced To Death, Another To Life
Capital punishment is a subject for which both proponents and opponents argue mostly with their stomachs rather than with their heads. On the pro side there is the eye for an eye, life for a life brigade, while on the other side there are those who argue it is inhumane, the state has no right […] More The post One Monster Is Sentenced To Death, Another To Life appeared first on The Duran.
Another Rigged Election for Ghani sends Kabul into Crisis
Tolo News – Council Presidential Candidates Calls Annul Election Result 02/21/20 – The Ghani regime and their World Bank backers in league with Clintonista and Globalist diplomats have badly over reached and thrown Afghanistan into crisis by rigging yet another election. To everyone’s disgust, the IEC (International Election Commission) has sanctioned the results. After 5 […] The post Another Rigged Election for Ghani sends Kabul into Crisis appeared first on The Duran.
Funny Friday
Get Yer Happy Face On ! ……OR NOT…… ~ From Terry ~ ========================= ~ From Infinity ~ Infinity Part 2 ========================== CRAZY UNCA’ JOE’S QUOTE OF THE WEEK ========================= Don’t Want To Leave Out Mini-Mike…… I Approved The Following Message…. ========================= There was a young blonde lady who was totally exhausted from a week’s worth of work. Finally, it was time for her to end her work day and go home.As she entered the elevator, she sighed a triumphant, “T-G-I-F…,” and began to relish the thought of going home and relaxing the weekend away.It so ... more »
Japan building coal power plants
” Japan Goes Into Reverse on Going Green The country abandoned nuclear energy and is building coal plants that will spew as much CO2 as all the cars in the U.S.” click here
Donald Trump Wants One Thing After Being Impeached: Vengeance
*Austin Sarat* *Politics, Americas* [image: Reuters] President Trump’s actions are vengeful, to be sure, but they are not truly retributive. Since the end of his Senate impeachment trial, President Donald Trump has carried out a concerted campaign against his Democratic political opponents as well as members of his administration who cooperated with them. A White House statement released immediately after the president’s acquittal seemed to foretell this campaign when it ominously asked, “Will there be no retribution?” Reporters, commentators and Democratic politicians have all ... more »
Russia's Su-35 Is A Real Killer, And It's Not Even Russia's Best Fighter Jet
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, * The maneuverability of the Su-35 makes it an unsurpassed dogfighter. *Key point: *The Su-35 is at least equal—if not superior—to the very best Western fourth-generation fighters. The Sukhoi Su-35 Flanker-E is the top Russian air-superiority fighter in service today, and represents the pinnacle of fourth-generation jet fighter design. It will remain so until Russia succeeds in bringing its fifth-generation PAK-FA stealth fighter into production. Distinguished by its unrivaled maneuverability, most of the Su-35’s electronics and weapons capabilities... more »
It's No F-35, But The Eurofighter Is A Capable (And Cheaper) Dog Fighter
*Robert Farley* *Security, * Not everyone can afford the F-35. *Key point: *For an aircraft effectively designed by a multinational committee, the Eurofighter has performed well in service The Eurofighter Typhoon has joined the Dassault Rafale, the Saab Gripen, and the Sukhoi “Flanker” in pursuit of a growing niche in the international fighter market. These aircraft offer capabilities beyond the Generation 4 platforms developed in the 1970s, but don’t carry the costs and complications of stealth. While the Eurofighter has enjoyed outstanding technical success thus far, the marke... more »
Donald Trump's Decision To Kill Soleimani Could End Up Being 'Catastrophic'
*Brandon C. Patrick* *Security, Middle East* Was it a mistake? Did Trump make a bad call? When news first emerged of the U.S. drone strike, which killed Iranian General Qasim Soleimani, many were taken aback. As a U.S. military veteran and student of world affairs, drone strikes are nothing new to me, but this strike represented more than those we’re so used to hearing about: decisionmakers in the United States had charged out of the “gray zone” of conflict with a targeted strike to kill an Iranian state official on third party soil. The decision to do so has long-term implicati... more »
Why Mitt Romney Hates Donald Trump
*Luke Perry* *Politics, Americas* [image: Reuters] Why is Romney staking out a lonely position as a Republican Trump critic? Mitt Romney has been one of few prominent Republicans to criticize Donald Trump, beginning with the 2016 presidential campaign. He did so again in response to Trump’s critical comments about John McCain. “I can’t understand why the President would, once again, disparage a man as exemplary as my friend John McCain,” Romney tweeted. Why is Romney staking out a lonely position as a Republican Trump critic? Among the answers floated by observers are that he st... more »
No Conventional Army on the Planet Can Beat the U.S. Army in a Fight
*Michael Peck* *Security, Americas* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C1996%3Anewsml_PBEAHUMWXAC&share=true] And we do mean none. Here's why. *Key point:* America spends a ton of money on high-tech, high-power weapons. These systems are what give the United States its fighting edge. When it comes to lethal weapons, the U.S. Army has no shortage. Some may be too expensive, some too complex and others may be desired by politicians and defense contractors, but not the troops on the field. Nonetheless, today's U.S. Army can generate an astonishing amo... more »
New Details Are Emerging On America's Next-Generation B-21 Stealth Bomber
*Kris Osborn* *Security, * It will add to America's nuclear deterrent. *Key point: *A cruise missile armed with nuclear weapons could, among many things, potentially hold targets at risk which might be inaccessible to certain stealth aircraft. (*Washington, D.C*.) --The Air Force now appears to be testing components and building initial models of its new, highly-secret B-21 stealth bomber, a platform intended to hold any target at risk, anywhere in the world, at any time, for decades to come. Despite a chorus of dialogue about the pace of technological progress underway with mo... more »
Try This On For Size: China Threatened to Sink Two U.S. Navy Aircraft Carriers Last Year
*Michael Peck* *Security, * Sinking an American carrier would be an act of war, period. *Key point: *No U.S. president, no Senator or Congressman, could remain in office if they did not respond forcefully to the sinking of U.S. carriers, the very symbol of American power and prestige. Admiral Lou Yuan is China’s Curtis LeMay. LeMay, the U.S. Air Force general who torched Japanese cities and later headed Strategic Air Command, was notorious for his bellicosity. In the 1950s and during the Cuban Missile Crisis, he tried to get the U.S. to launch a nuclear first strike against the ... more »
What Makes Israel's Army One Of The Middle East's Top Fighting Forces?
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, * Nobody wants to fight them. *Key point: *The Israeli Army has seen combat every decade since its founding. Much like the Israeli Air Force, the Israeli Army came from humble—but more established—beginnings. Israel’s ground forces had their origins in the Haganah, a Zionist paramilitary force created in the early 1920s to protect Jewish interests. The Haganah cooperated with British authorities, but turned hostile in 1944 when the Axis neared defeat and the need for a Jewish state became increasingly clear. In 1947 the Haganah was reorganized into re... more »
China's Aircraft Carriers Are Paper Tigers As Long As They Don't Have Capable Jets
*TNI Staff* *Security, * China is working on a successor to the J-15. *Key point: *That the J-15 has serious design flaws should come as no surprise. China is developing a new carrier-based fighter aircraft to succeed the Shenyang J-15 Flying Shark. The J-15—which is an unlicensed Chinese development based on a T-10K-3 prototype of the Russian Su-33 Flanker-D—has proven to be a disappointment in service with the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). The navalized Chinese Flanker derivative has suffered a number of high-profile crashes due to technical issues with the aircraft’s... more »
Retraction notice claims authors submitted ‘fictional’ science
Talk about a brutal retraction notice. The Journal of Translational Medicine has retracted a 2017 paper after multiple investigations into the work concluded that the data were fabricated. At least two of the authors hotly dispute that conclusion, as you’ll see. [Warning: Colorful language ahead.] The study, “Stromal vascular fraction cells for the treatment of … Continue reading Retraction notice claims authors submitted ‘fictional’ science
Lakeside will have a new food service
This article about the new food service appeared in the Lake Erie Living Magazine. Stacy has taught a number of classes at Lakeside and we've enjoyed her pay it forward food restaurant in Port Clinton.
Jeff Bezo$ goes really big on climate
Jeff Bezos announced a new Bezos Earth Fund to be endowed with $10 billion from his personal fortune. The post Jeff Bezo$ goes really big on climate appeared first on CFACT.
Washington Post Claims Elites Should Run Elections; Quietly Edits Article After Public Outrage Ensues
The Washington Post is taking heat over an op-ed authored by Marquette University political science professor Julia Azari, titled "It’s time to give the elites a bigger say in choosing the president."
Bloomberg Comes Under Scathing Attack at First Democratic Presidential Debate in Nevada
2020 Democrat presidential candidate, billionaire Michael Bloomberg has reportedly spent $460 million of his own money to rise in the race, and critics claim he is trying to buy the presidency and undermine the democratic system.
Have Faith And Stay The Course ‒ A Quotation by M.N. Hopkins
*Have faith and stay the course.* *Be not discouraged and undermined by feelings that are not of your own making.Rise above the mire and see with the eyes of the eagle how ego has deceived and led you astray from your intended paths.That path is to love and be loved.* *©** 2011 M.N. Hopkins * *To read more of my poems & quotations, please click on the link below:* *Poems & Quotations by M.N. Hopkins* *or visit:* *Pinterest*
Private Equity’s War to Preserve Surprise Billing
Sadly, private equity has beaten back legislation to curb surprise biling.
With Fake Data, NOAA Can Accomplish Anything
NOAA claims that the area of the US with unusually hot summer afternoon temperatures has increased in the US over the past 50 years to record levels. Natural Disasters – Our World in Data The National Climate Assessment shows that … Continue reading →
Sydney Permanent Drought Update
This drought may never break
Clinton-Era Law Has Distorted Child Protective Services, Parents Say
The foster child system has always been profounbdly problematic. The first error is that it convenently removes the children from parental care and out of their natural community into isolation at the hands of paid caregivers. everything that you can imagine can go wrong typicalloy does. Actual support of the family is obvbiously not even considered. Such support also needs to be community based. In that way it becomes possible to separate out dangerous individuals in particular. After all, this forces a parent to reach out to the community itself. Right now we have created ... more »
Greg Hunter, "Weekly News Wrap-Up 2/21/2020"
*"Weekly News Wrap-Up 2/21/2020"* By Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com "The Democrat Party looks like it is having an all-out war - with itself. This Democrat civil war is unlike any in modern history. You have a party that has turned communist/socialist fighting with elite members such as billionaire Michael Bloomberg. This battle for the party of theft and death is just beginning and won’t end well. The Democrats and Deep State overlords are getting desperate. They are revealing themselves like never before. It was not that long ago that if you mentioned the so-called Deep State, peo... more »
PARDONING JULIAN ASSANGE: DONALD TRUMP, WIKILEAKS AND THE DNC
The central pillar to Democratic paranoia and vengefulness regarding the loss of Hillary Clinton in 2016 was the link between Russian hacking, the servers of the Democratic National Committee and the release of emails via WikiLeaks. Over time, that account has become a matter of hagiography, an article of faith, with grave conclusions: WikiLeaks and Russia elected Donald Trump.
Julian Assange News Links 21 February 2020
21 February 2020 — The New Dark Age There may be some duplication due to cross-posting and may be updated throughout the day, so please check back Veteran “Four Corners” journalist Andrew Fowler denounces Australian government’s refusal to defend Assange http://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2020/02/21/afow-f21.html UK Shadow Chancellor John McDonnell visits Julian Assange in Belmarsh Prison http://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2020/02/21/mcdd-f21.html John Pilger: It … Continue reading Julian Assange News Links 21 February 2020
Extensive chemical safety fraud uncovered at German testing laboratory
The case of an animal rights activist who infiltrated an independent German chemical testing laboratory has triggered the discovery of an apparently extensive chemical testing fraud.
Toxic residues through the back door
Pesticide corporations and trade partners pressured EU to allow banned substances in imported crops
Leaked letters reveal Solomon Islands discussed $US100 billion loan from Chinese businessman
Documents leaked to the ABC reveal Solomon Islands Finance Minister Harry Kuma discussed a $US100 billion loan from a Chinese businessman — an amount of money almost 77 times the Pacific nation's GDP.
Children kill rare birds in Alice Springs in what residents call a crime spree and police call 'social complexities'
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Two children, aged eight and 10, beat six parrots to death in a backyard aviary in Alice Springs, leaving the birds' breeder in disbelief at the senseless violence.
How did family violence become entangled in Australian culture wars?
Victim blaming is embedded in our culture, but to stop family violence, the politics has to be stripped away, writes Julia Baird.
Police use Sydney golf course to explode WWII ordnance found at nearby apartment block
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NSW Police descend on a Sydney golf course, using dense bushland to detonate a WWII ordnance discovered at a nearby apartment block.
Climate Models Fail from Radiative Obsession
Peter Stallinga provides a through analysis explaining why models based purely on radiative heat exhanges fail without incorporating other thermodynamic processes. This post is a synopsis of the structure of his position without the extensive mathematical expressions of the relationships discussed. The full text of his paper can be accessed by linking to the title […]
Regenerate Yourself Masterclass - Free & Online February 24th to March 1st, 2020
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Oceans Erase Last Summer’s Warming
Originally posted on Science Matters: The best context for understanding decadal temperature changes comes from the world’s sea surface temperatures (SST), for several reasons: The ocean covers 71% of the globe and drives average temperatures; SSTs have a constant water content, (unlike air temperatures), so give a better reading of heat content variations; A major…
China's Swarms Of Rocket Drones Could Be A Big Problem For The U.S. Military
*Michael Peck* *Security, Asia* And Taiwan. *Key point: *What’s particularly interesting about a Chinese drone swarm is China’s predominance in drone production. China has a history of overwhelming its enemies with sheer numbers of troops. Now, China may have a modern iteration on that tactic: swarms of tiny rocket-armed helicopter drones that will swamp enemy forces like angry bees. “China’s domestically developed helicopter drones carrying proximity explosive mortar shells, grenade launchers and machine guns can now form swarms and engage in coordinated strikes,” according to... more »
The Last Battle Of World War II In Europe Occurred 16 Days After Germany Fell
*Robert Beckhusen* *Security, * In the town of Odžak. *Key point: *Yugoslav authorities kept the battle secret until 1971. The small town of Odžak is nestled between the Bosna and Sava rivers, in the north of present-day Bosnia and Herzegovina. To the north and east, a handful of villages spread over the plains, while to the south and west a few shallow inclines lead into the foothills of Vučjak Mountain. Today the town is a quiet place, only worthy of note due to a large Bosnian flag — allegedly one of the biggest ever — that the town’s inhabitants made a few years ago. However... more »
An F-35 Will Never Be Alone (Says Russia)
*Mark Episkopos* *Security, * Literally. *Key point: T*he Kremlin is engaged in a long-running PR campaign to sell potential investors on the viability of their Su-57 stealth fighter program. In a move that would raise eyebrows even by Cold War standards of political saber-rattling, the Russian Embassy in Washington seemed to threaten America’s F-35 fighter with Vietnam-era propaganda footage. Last month, the official handle of the Russian Embassy in the US tweeted the following update: *'If a Russia... ever was to see an F-35 inside its airspace', we would love to send Chief o... more »
The Battle Of Coral Sea Showed How Losing A Battle Can Win You The War
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, * Worse things can happen than losing an aircraft carrier. *Key point: *The seemingly inconclusive battle was a turning point for the Allies. In the first five months of the Pacific War, the Imperial Japanese military won an almost uninterrupted string of victories, seizing Burma, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, and most of the Solomon Islands and New Guinea. However, Australia remained a thorn in Japan’s southwestern Pacific flank—one which needed to be cut off from U.S. reinforcements before Japanese troops could invade. Though Adm. Isorok... more »
Adolf Hitler's Fear Of U.S. General George Patton Was Not Unfounded
*Warfare History Network* *Security, * Patton took no great pleasure in the end of the war in Europe. *Key point: *By his very nature and background, Patton was unsuited to his role as military governor. The commander of the U.S. Third Army, General George S. Patton, Jr., took no great pleasure in the end of the war in Europe; he already knew that despite his lobbying of many influential figures in Washington, D.C., he had no hope of being reassigned to the Pacific Theater to command combat troops there. As he put it to his III Corps commander, Maj. Gen. James Van Fleet, “There ... more »
Coronavirus: Go Forth and Multiply
An ugly take on the coronavirus.
Covid-19 Epidemic Hampers Delivery of Parts to Many Brazilian Industries
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Covid-19, the coronavirus epidemic that broke out in China, the world's largest exporter of parts, components and finished products, which in recent weeks has rocked the financial markets, has also triggered a warning signal among Brazilian industries, particularly electronics, which use many items imported from Asia. Multilaser, a company that […] The post Covid-19 Epidemic Hampers Delivery of Parts to Many Brazilian Industries appeared first on The Rio Times.
Liquidity Crisis in Cannabis Sector Could Benefit Uruguay
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The cannabis industry in North America is suffering a liquidity crisis, which could channel investments to countries that grow marijuana at low costs, such as Uruguay, according to Jordan Lewis, an industry veteran. "Everybody is waking up to the fact that it makes no sense to grow cannabis in Canada's […] The post Liquidity Crisis in Cannabis Sector Could Benefit Uruguay appeared first on The Rio Times.
Brazilian E-commerce Generates R$61.9 Billion in 2019, up 16.3 Percent From 2018
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The year 2019 was particularly good for Brazilian e-commerce. Last year, the sector reported revenues of R$61.9 billion, a result 16.3 percent higher than the figures recorded in the previous period in 2018. The data are part of a survey conducted by Ebit | Nielsen, a global assessment and data […] The post Brazilian E-commerce Generates R$61.9 Billion in 2019, up 16.3 Percent From 2018 appeared first on The Rio Times.
After Shooting, the Gomes and Bolsonaro Families Cross Blades
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Deputy Eduardo Bolsonaro (PSL-SP) wrote on social media that Senator Cid Gomes lacked "the minimum intelligence" to deal with the striking state police (PM) officers in Ceará. The post included a video of the moment Cid was shot and was deleted from the deputy's profile minutes later. According to Eduardo, […] The post After Shooting, the Gomes and Bolsonaro Families Cross Blades appeared first on The Rio Times.
Correios Heading for Privatization, Says Bolsonaro
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The President of the Republic, Jair Bolsonaro, said that the Correios (Brazilian Post) "is heading towards privatization". "Not least because it's been the focus of major scandals in the past. And it's also a monopoly that can not afford any loss," he said in a ceremony at the Planalto […] The post Correios Heading for Privatization, Says Bolsonaro appeared first on The Rio Times.
Strong Dollar Abroad Pushes Rate to R$ 4,39 as Market May Force Central Bank Auction
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Up for the fourth consecutive day, the dollar closed again at its highest nominal value since the creation of the real. On Thursday, February 20th, the USD closed the session at R$4.392, up 0.026 (+0.59 percent). Marcelo Castro, of Terra Investments, says that the dollar is strong abroad and that […] The post Strong Dollar Abroad Pushes Rate to R$ 4,39 as Market May Force Central Bank Auction appeared first on The Rio Times.
Top Brazilian CEO Predicts ‘Catastrophic’ Amazon Deforestation
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - (Bloomberg) There are few corporate chiefs in Brazil more outspoken on the environment than Walter Schalka, the head of the world’s largest producer of wood pulp. And he has a dire prediction for the Brazilian Amazon: Deforestation will accelerate this year. “It’s going to be catastrophic,” Schalka, chief executive officer […] The post Top Brazilian CEO Predicts ‘Catastrophic’ Amazon Deforestation appeared first on The Rio Times.
Friday Follies
*Working on Change* The slow march to change the whole look of Virtual Mirage and to try and up the game, so to speak, has taken longer than I hoped. But it is moving... glacially. It will have an updated look, some interesting tech stuff, and will otherwise be the same drivel that you're accustomed to. The blog passed a milestone with three million hits this week. Thank you for hanging in there with me and visiting Virtual Mirage. It all started as an effort to put something down for the record that not EVERYONE worshipped Barack Hussein Obama. Not everyone swallowed his lies. I... more »
Now What? Health Security after the 2020 Coronavirus
On the same day that the World Health Organization said that there were now only 889 new cases of the coronavirus in China (down from 1749 on Wednesday), there were also reports of new outbreaks in two Chinese prisons. We also witnessed the deaths of two people in Iran (apparently from COVID-19) and an outbreak […]
Roger Stone Sentenced to 3 Years, 4 Months in Prison by Democrat Activist Judge Amy Berman Jackson
The execution of the sentence will be delayed until the judge decides whether Stone's request for a new trial after the jury forewoman in his case, a former Democratic political candidate, outed herself as a leftist who had posted inflammatory anti-Trump content on social media.
California: President Trump Signed Order Allowing Water to Flow to Farmers Instead of the Pacific Ocean. Governor Newsom Sues Trump.
The state should have control over its water resources that have been rationed by the federal government. In response, Governor Newsom, following a repressive Agenda 21 environmental plan, sued the Trump administration to block new rules.
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