Friday, March 13, 2020

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Joe Biden Calls an Audible

Diogenes Sarcastica™ at Diogenes' Middle Finger - 1 minute ago
Assuming himself to be the presumptive nominee of the Democrat party, Smokin' Joe Biden hires a wartime consigliere in hopes of putting away 'Bernie the Red' and addressing concerns of the organizational mess that have plagued his campaign. It's not a real head scratchier at all that he changes the play call and replaces his campaign manager after what we've witnessed of late, but it's who he chose to fill position that has us kinda smiling. According to the Washington Examiner, the new Biden campaign manager is *Jen O'Malley Dillon*. For those not familiar with Ms. O'Malley Di... more »

Jan Goodman Changes Her Mind: She Now Suggests Vote Yes On The Proposed Pacifica Bylaws

DownWithTyranny at DownWithTyranny! - 1 minute ago
> You may know that I do a weekly politics show with David Feldman on Pacifica. It would be great if the non-profit network were running smoothly and effectively. I asked a friend of mine, Jan Goodman, to explain the current fight over the bylaws. *Vote Yes by Jan Goodman* As you can imagine, I have been worrying about Pacifica, the proposed bylaws changes and the real likelihood that Pacifica may go down the drain within a year or so, if something major and positive doesn't happen soon. After observing what is happening to Pacifica, its finances and what is going on nationall... more »

Musical interlude

Unknown at Accidental Deliberations - 29 minutes ago
Seven Lions feat. Lynn Gunn - Lose Myself

New York's Self-Inflicted Green Energy Crunch, Temporarily Postponed

Francis Menton at Manhattan Contrarian - 35 minutes ago
* The fundamental nature of the “green energy” game is that politicians make ridiculous and impossible promises without any idea how the promises will be fulfilled. Since the promises are ridiculous and impossible, sooner or later the crunch will hit — but how? * Maybe the promised goals will be missed by wide margins; or maybe the price of energy to the people will multiply by some huge factor like 10 or 20; or maybe the people will be denied needed energy altogether; or it could be some combination of all three. But sooner or later, it will happen. * Here’s what we don’t know: Whe... more »

Cleaners in full protective gear scrub offices visited by Peter Dutton

Anna Henderson And Emily Laurence at Just In - 41 minutes ago
Cleaners in full protective gear clean the Sydney offices where Peter Dutton attended a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday, prompting the Opposition to question why the Prime Minister and other ministers are not being tested for coronavirus.

Caster Semenya switches to 200m for Olympic Games tilt

Just In - 41 minutes ago
Double Olympic 800m champion Caster Semenya announces she wants to compete in the 200m at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

'Honey, that's not barbecue': How brisket and pork ribs are changing the Aussie meat scene

Bec Whetham at Just In - 41 minutes ago
In a land where steaks and snags once reigned, brisket and pork ribs now rule — and the newfound love affair with American-style barbecuing and smoking in Australia is benefitting butchers and consumers.

Cruise passengers jump ship in Hobart, after ban on leaving over coronavirus

Just In - 41 minutes ago
About 400 cruise ship passengers and staff are barred from disembarking in Hobart, with five cases of COVID-19 recorded in Tasmania so far.

US summons Chinese envoy over Beijing's coronavirus tweets

Just In - 41 minutes ago
The US State Department summons the Chinese ambassador to the United States to protest against Beijing's suggestion the US military might have brought the coronavirus to Wuhan.

Coronavirus cases hit 200 across Australia as three more confirmed in SA

Just In - 41 minutes ago
The number of coronavirus cases in Australia hits 200 as the SA Premier confirms three new cases — all linked to people who have been overseas recently.

Tiwi Islands grand final to go ahead, but tourists banned

Henry Zwartz at Just In - 41 minutes ago
The Northern Territory's Tiwi Islands football grand final will go ahead tomorrow, but will be restricted to local spectators only because of coronavirus concerns, authorities say.

Telstra tells office staff to work from home for rest of month over coronavirus concerns

Just In - 41 minutes ago
Telstra announces all its Australian-based office staff, excluding call centre workers and other essential employees, will work from home from Monday. The company is also banning meetings of more than 25 people and award events.

Scott Toner doesn't care about where he performs — he's just grateful for the music

Matthew Smith at Just In - 41 minutes ago
Busker Scott Toner turned to music at an early age following a family tragedy. Years later, performing is helping him get through another personal challenge.

Female seasonal workers gain more than just fruit from their labour

Eden Hynninen at Just In - 41 minutes ago
For Vira Vieira, time spent as a seasonal worker in Tasmania, far from her family in East Timor, is bittersweet. She misses home, but for the first time she feels financially independent and knows her skills on a farm are not based on gender.

President Trump Declares National Emergency | USA TODAY

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
USA TODAY President Donald Trump declared a national emergency, a move that would enable federal officials to direct billions of dollars to fighting the virus. RELATED: Why social distancing is critical to curbing the coronavirus pandemic https://bit.ly/33erkkq Trump said up to $50 billion would be made available. Democrats and the Federal Emergency Management Agency had …

Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Tweets Claim US Military Brought Coronavirus to Wuhan

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
It is just a little short of accusing USA of using a bioweapon against China. Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesman Tweets Claim US Military Brought Coronavirus to Wuhan by Sarah Zheng, https://www.scmp.com/ * Zhao Lijian has urged his followers to share allegation from conspiracy website that the disease originated in United States * It comes as …

‘This is the Beginning of the Greatest Financial Crisis in US History’: Peter Schiff Makes Dire Predictions to Boom Bust

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
‘This is the Beginning of the Greatest Financial Crisis in US History’: Peter Schiff Makes Dire Predictions to Boom Bust by https://www.rt.com/ After suffering the worst stock market crash since 1987, the US Federal Reserve has announced a $1.5 trillion injection to ease strained capital markets. It is the biggest action by the Fed since …

Israel Negotiates Emergency Coalition; U.S. Strikes Iranian-Proxy in Iraq – TV7 Israel News 13.03.20

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
TV7 Israel News Today’s top stories 13.03.20; 1) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz are holding negotiations on advancing an emergency unity government for the purpose of dealing with the potentially devastating consequences of the spread of the coronavirus. 2) Jerusalem officially instructs the closure of most educational …

Disruptions Triggered By The Coronavirus Are Now Exploding Everywhere

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
Peak Prosperity Looking at Ben Hunt’s “case, case, case, cluster, cluster…BOOM!” progression for covid-19, more and more countries are now entering the late cluster stage. That means, expect Italy, Iran, South Korea, Japan, Spain, France, Germany, the US and a number of others to enter the “BOOM!” phase shortly.That’s when hospitals become hopelessly overwhelmed, deaths …

WHO Says Europe New Coronavirus Pandemic Epicentre as Global CoVid-19 Death Toll Passes 5,000

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
Channel 4 News The head of the World Health Organisation has urged European countries to take more aggressive action against the virus as he says Europe is the new epicentre, as the focus moves away from China. (Subscribe: https://bit.ly/C4_News_Subscribe) Just eight new cases were confirmed by Chinese authorities today, suggesting the spread of the virus …

Coronavirus: Europe at the Epicentre of the Pandemic

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
BBC News The World Health Organisation says Europe is now the epicentre, of the global coronavirus pandemic. The news emerged as organised sport, both professional and amateur, across much of the UK, came to a standstill because of the outbreak. The Premier League, English Football League and Scottish Football Association have all called a temporary …

ALERT! SILVER Crashes on COMEX Derivative Meltdown!! (Bix Weir)

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
RoadtoRoota BILLIONS of OUNCES in electronic silver sales have been dumped on the COMEX in the past few days. 100% controlled and executed by the US Treasury, US Fed, CFTC, Bullion Banks and the Trump Administration. This may be your FINAL CHANCE to load up on Physical Cheap Silver! end

Repo Market Goes NUCLEAR! Fed Unleashes Bazookas. How Will It Affect YOU?

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
George Gammon Repo market insanity — EXPLAINED SIMPLY SO YOU CAN UNDERSTAND! — The recent activity in the repo market has shocked even the most diehard fed critics, including me! They committed to providing 1.5 TRILLION (which could be weekly) to the repo market to add liquidity. The fed also cited “disruptions” in treasury markets. …

Lines & Empty Shelves | Coronavirus Panic in Ireland

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
RT Remember last time you waited in line to enter a supermarket? The Irish seem to revive these memories with #coronavirus panic. end

Charles Nenner: No Way to Avoid Coming Depression

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
Charles Nenner: No Way to Avoid Coming Depression by Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com Renowned geopolitical and financial cycle expert Charles Nenner told his clients back in January 2020, “It was time to sell . . . . I am afraid they can lose 40% to the downside.” Well, we are more than halfway there, and Nenner warns …

Something Is Breaking: Fed Fails To Ease Epic Dollar Shortage As FRA/OIS Goes Parabolic

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
Something Is Breaking: Fed Fails To Ease Epic Dollar Shortage As FRA/OIS Goes Parabolic by Tyler Durden, https://www.zerohedge.com/ One certainly can’t blame the Fed for trying: after firing a repo “bazooka” yesterday, which could provide up to $5 trillion in monthly liquidity in exchange for eligible pledged securities, and following that up with an emergency …

Recession Coming, Gold Price to Skyrocket Like Hot Knife Through Butter – Peter Schiff

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
Kitco NEWS More monetary stimulus will come to prevent an imminent recession, and a larger money supply would be bullish for gold, this according to Peter Schiff, CEO of Euro Pacific Capital. “I think that people have got this wrong, everybody is looking at this event as deflationary, but it is actually the opposite. You’re …

Italy in Lockdown! Emergency Rate Cuts & a Historic Election Showdown! John Rubino Interview

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 53 minutes ago
Crush The Street Subscribe to our Free Financial Newsletter: http://crushthestreet.com As Italy faces a nationwide lock down, John Rubino joins us as the world begins to halt in the wake of the pandemic and economic chaos! To combat economic turmoil and emergency precautions by governments and banks John shares valuable insights for protecting wealth and …

President Trump Will Lead G7 Virtual Summit on Coronavirus Next Week…

sundance at The Last Refuge - 58 minutes ago
[White House] Today, President Donald J. Trump spoke with President Emmanuel Macron of France. The two leaders discussed how France and the United States are working to combat COVID-19 as well as opportunities to work together to stop the pandemic. … Continue reading →

Fanning the flames of coronavirus fear is unwarranted and counter productive

drinkingwateradvisor at The Drinking Water Advisor - 1 hour ago
“Friday on MSNBC’s “The Beat,” Rep. Maxine Waters (D-CA) said President Donald Trump had failed with his administration’s response to the coronavirus pandemic because he is not a credible leader to the “average American.” ” click here “President Trump announced … Continue reading →

British Origins Of The Coronavirus Further Confirmed

Pam Vernon at Rangitikei Environmental Health Watch - 1 hour ago
Originally posted on Patriots for Truth: When the president announced a National Emergency over coronavirus, we were thrilled because you can’t talk about coronavirus without talking about the Pirbright Institute, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Elizabeth Manningham-Buller, the Wellcome Trust, University of North Carolina, and DARPA. Shocking Discovery: The British Origins Of The Coronavirus Further…

Chelsea Manning Free From Jail, Faces Exorbitant Fines

Pam Vernon at Rangitikei Environmental Health Watch - 1 hour ago
Originally posted on The Most Revolutionary Act: By Kevin Zeese and Margaret Flowers, Popular Resistance CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO CHELSEA’s GOFUNDME TO COVER HER FINES. Alexandria – Today, March 12, prosecutors in the Eastern District of Virginia ended the grand jury of Julian Assange and Wikileaks in which Chelsea Manning refused to testify. As…

Markets Screaming Global Recession

Pam Vernon at Rangitikei Environmental Health Watch - 1 hour ago
Originally posted on Counter Information: By Stephen Lendman Global Research, March 13, 2020 The longest bull market in US history began on March 9, 2009. It ended on March 11, 2020 when the Dow average closed down 20% from its 29,551.42 February 12, 2020 all-time closing high. The same goes for the S & P 500…

If You’re Close to the Scene of a Crime, Police Can Demand Google Hand Over Your Data, by Aaron Kesel

Pam Vernon at Rangitikei Environmental Health Watch - 1 hour ago
Originally posted on STRAIGHT LINE LOGIC: Now proximity to a crime gives the police “probable cause” to obtain your data from Google. From Aaron Kesel at themindunleashed.com: Google reverse location search warrants have privacy and civil liberties advocates concerned. (TMU) — The Gainesville Police Department suspected an innocent man was involved in a burglary so…

Idaho’s WinCo grocery stores recall frozen berry products from Washington state farm

News Desk at Food Safety News - 1 hour ago
Boise’s WinCo Foods, LLC Friday recalled frozen Blackberries in 16 oz. bags and frozen Berry Medley in both 16 and 32 oz. bags because both products might be contaminated with Norovirus. The recalled berry products were manufactured by Rader Farms of Lynden, WA. WinCo Foods was informed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)... Continue Reading

Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic In Europe -- News Updates March 13, 2020

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 1 hour ago
*Daily Mail:* *Europe is now the EPICENTRE of coronavirus: WHO issues stark warning the continent has more daily cases than China did at the HEIGHT of its outbreak as countries rush to build emergency wards* * WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Europe was reporting more cases than China at its height * Medics have been working from makeshift tents in Italy and Poland with patients placed on temporary beds * In Russia, diggers were working into the night on a new infectious diseases clinic intended to serve Moscow * France, Luxembourg, Portugal, Malta and Belgium are among the... more »

How Far Reaching Will the 'Oil Crisis' of 2020 Be?

Scott L. Montgomery at The National Interest - 1 hour ago
*Scott L. Montgomery* *Economics, World* [image: Reuters] The pain could be wide and deep. The world is again undergoing an oil shock. Prices, already on a downward trend, have collapsed 30% in less than a week, bringing the total fall to nearly 50% since highs in early January. Consumers, of course, can expect gasoline prices to go down, but the story is far more complicated than that. Having researched energy for decades, I see this as a big deal, not only for the global economy, but for geopolitics, the future of transport and efforts to mitigate climate change, particularly... more »

Russian Planes Are Flying Thousands of Miles to Track NATO Submarines

David Axe at The National Interest - 1 hour ago
*David Axe* *Security, Europe* A pair of Russian navy Tu-142 patrol planes flew one of the longest-ever flights in international air space in decades on and around March 11, 2020. A pair of Russian navy Tu-142 patrol planes flew one of the longest-ever flights in international air space in decades on and around March 11, 2020. The powerful, swept-wing planes with their four turboprop engines flew from Kipelovo-Fedotovo airbase near Vologda in northern Russia, skirted the Arctic Circle as they headed west around Norway and the United Kingdom then south to the waters off Spain -- a... more »

Trump Declares National Emergency to Fight Coronavirus. What Does That Mean?

Hunter DeRensis at The National Interest - 1 hour ago
*Hunter DeRensis* *economy, * Calling his national emergency declaration “two very big words,” Trump said the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will now have $50 billion at its disposal to aid states and other localities in fighting the epidemic. During a “beautiful day in the rose garden” this afternoon, President Donald Trump declared a national state of emergency in response to the coronavirus pandemic currently enveloping the developed world. The President explained what this announcement would entail, and invited the medical professionals leading the coronavirus res... more »

100,000 People in Ohio Are Infected with Coronavirus: Health Professionals

Hunter DeRensis at The National Interest - 1 hour ago
*Hunter DeRensis* *Health, * An eye-raising announcement from health professionals in Ohio estimates that currently one hundred thousand people in the state are infected with the coronavirus, and that they expect the number to double every six days. An eye-raising announcement from health professionals in Ohio estimates that currently one hundred thousand people in the state are infected with the coronavirus, and that they expect the number to double every six days. At the moment, only five people in Ohio have tested positive for the disease, out of 11.7 million residents. That w... more »

Was the Swine Flu Pandemic of 2009 Really a False Alarm?

Sebastien Roblin at The National Interest - 1 hour ago
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, * Or did we just dodge a bullet? In the fall of 2009, one of the brightest students in my rowdy fourth-grade class I was teaching in Washington DC contracted the swine flu. Worse, it seemed distinctly possible one of her best friends—an equally brilliant but perpetually asthmatic ten-year-old—might also have been exposed, with the attendant higher risk of serious complications. The staff at the school had spent that Fall preaching and practicing mandatory vaccination and repeated hand washing to our students and parents—but inevitably we could not p... more »

Amphibious Invasion: Why the Marines Want a New, Smaller Landing Craft

David Axe at The National Interest - 1 hour ago
*David Axe* *Security, Americas* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2019%3Anewsml_RC14F3F10D80&share=true] Ready for the future. *Key point:* The Marines want to ensure they can get their forces and supplies where they are needed. So why not use a cheaper and smaller class of ships? The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps are considering acquiring small transport ships in order to complement existing large amphibious vessels and give the fleet more ways of landing troops during a major war. *This first appeared in September 2019 and is being reposted due t... more »

Not Dead Yet: What If the Navy Revived Flying Aircraft Carriers?

David Axe at The National Interest - 1 hour ago
*David Axe* *Technology, Americas* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2013%3Anewsml_GM1E99J1CPU01&share=true] Could it be? *Key point: *The Navy tried such airships back in 1930s. They are a neat idea, but didn't work out in practice. *You May Also Like: 5 Best Submarines of All Time, 5 Best Aircraft Carriers of All Time, 5 Best Battleships of All Time and Worst Submarine of All Time. * The U.S. Navy should consider reviving a concept that died a catastrophic death in the 1930s, one journalist recommended in the pages of *Proceedings*, the profes... more »

Did Disagreement Over Abortion Slow Coronavirus-Relief Talks?

Alex Kasprak at Snopes.com - 2 hours ago
Sources linked to Republican and Democratic lawmakers had each accused the other side of politicizing the negotiations.

President Trump Tweets Support For H.R.6201 – The Families First Coronavirus Response Act – (With Link)

sundance at The Last Refuge - 2 hours ago
After an evening meeting with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, HHS Secretary Alex Azar and Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia, President Trump has announced his support for House Resolution 6201 – The Cononavirus Response Act. You can find the text of the … Continue reading →

Charlie We Never Knew You

David Henderson at Econlib - 2 hours ago
SAN FRANCISCO — Charles A. Lindbergh, often branded as a Nazi sympathizer during World War II, gathered intelligence for the United States on four visits to Germany before the war, according to papers of the pre-war U.S. military attache in Berlin. The late Col. Truman Smith, who was America’s military representative in Berlin between 1935 […] The post Charlie We Never Knew You appeared first on Econlib.

This Is How the B-21 Stealth Bomber Could Be a Fighter Too

David Axe at The National Interest - 2 hours ago
*David Axe* *Technology, America* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2009%3Anewsml_GM1E5120MU301&share=true] A good idea? *Key point: *If the bomber needs to get where it is going, it might need to attack other planes. Here's how it could be armed to do so. The U.S. Air Force’s new B-21 Raider stealth bomber could fly as early as 2021. And at least one Air Force general believes the new Northrop Grumman-made bomber could gain air-to-air capabilities in order to help it fight its way to its target. *This first appeared in September 2019 and is bein... more »

Check out the British Royal Navy's Might New Frigate

David Axe at The National Interest - 2 hours ago
*David Axe* *Security, Europe* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2019%3Anewsml_RC12D8B3ACE0&share=true] When will London get them? *Key point:* Britain needs more ships and it needs them fast. Here are the details on what might be their latest addition. The U.K. defense ministry has tapped a builder for the Royal Navy’s latest class of frigate. *This first appeared in September 2019 and is being reposted due to reader interest.* The ministry on Sept. 12, 2019 announced that U.K. engineering firm Babcock will receive a $1.5-billion contract to bu... more »

Trump Reboots to Confront the Coronavirus

Jacob Heilbrunn at The National Interest - 2 hours ago
*Jacob Heilbrunn* *Politics, Americas* [image: Reuters] Trump rightly announced a national emergency, marking a sharp shift in his approach to the greatest crisis of his presidency. It was a somber Donald Trump who spoke at the White House today to declare a “national emergency” and that “we’re doing a great job.” Gone was his language about exaggerated fears and a “hoax” surrounding the coronavirus. His own daughter, Ivanka, stayed home rather than visit the White House because of her exposure to an Australian official who has the coronavirus. Not only was the shift in tone mark... more »

The Great Coronavirus Unwinding?

Leo Kolivakis at Pension Pulse - 2 hours ago
Fred Imbert, Yun Li and Eustance Huang of CNBC report stocks post biggest rally since 2008, clawing back some of their coronavirus collapse: Stocks rose sharply in volatile trading Friday as Wall Street tried to rebound from the sharp losses suffered in the previous session — the worst since the “Black Monday” market crash in 1987. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed 1,985 points higher, or 9.4%, at 23,185.62. Friday marked the Dow’s biggest-ever point gain. The S&P 500 climbed 9.2% to 2,711.02 while the Nasdaq Composite surged 9.3% to 7,87.23. *The averages posted their bigges... more »

"End Game"

CoyotePrime at Running 'Cause I Can't Fly - 2 hours ago
*"End Game"* by David Stockman "All the world is made of faith, and trust, and pixie dust." – J.M. Barrie, "Peter Pan" (1904) "The very future of democracy and capitalist prosperity hangs in the balance – and not simply owing to this week’s bloodbath and the giant COVID-19 pin that’s slammed hard upon the biggest financial bubble in the history of humankind. What’s coming next is the real danger. That’s a bald-faced financial coup d’état by the Federal Reserve and its Wall Street auxiliaries, shills, and handmaids. To forestall the apocalypse of its owing making, our monetary centr... more »

Newsom Praises Trump/Pence Corona Reaction; MSM Bitches and Moans Right on Cue

SafeSpace at 'Nox & Friends - 2 hours ago
Uriel has posted an article this evening with the highlights of today’s coronavirus presser at the White House. Apparently the investor community liked what they hears; stocks regained nearly all the ground they gave up during yesterday’s panicked race to the basement. Three days ago Gavin Nuisance, governor of “the most un-Trump state in America”, praised Trump, Pence, and the executive office team for their skilled handling of the crisis in California. Gavin managed to conclude his comments with a few leftist feel-good stock phrases, but nevertheless his praise for Team Trump’s fo... more »

Transcript of Coronavirus Task Force Press Conference…

sundance at The Last Refuge - 3 hours ago
Earlier today President Trump and the COVID-19 task force held a press conference to outline the latest mitigation steps. [Transcript Below] [Transcript] – THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much, everyone. Thank you. Thank you. A beautiful day in the Rose … Continue reading →

Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic In The U.S. -- News Updates March 13, 2020

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 3 hours ago
*BREAKING NEWS:* *Donald Trump declares a national emergency on coronavirus to access $50 billion of funds to fight the virus and orders every state to set up emergency operations centers - and says he DOESN'T want everyone taking tests* * President holds White House Rose Garden press conference * Press conference came as Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro tested positive Friday for coronavirus, according to local reports, but then his son said a second test was negative * Trump shook hands with Bolsonaro last week at an event at Mar-a-Lago which has sparked fears of his exposure... more »

Changing Weather Patterns Spell Doom for Unprepared Pakistan Farmers

Mar 13 (IPS) - Unpredictable weather patterns in the form of excessive or prolonged rainfall are wreaking havoc for farmers across Pakistan as sowing and harvesting periods are severely affected. Read the full story, “Changing Weather Patterns Spell Doom for Unprepared Pakistan Farmers”, on globalissues.org →

Global Financial Asset Deflation Underway: Prelude to Next ‘Great Recession’?

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
This morning, Monday, March 9, financial asset markets continue to implode: US stocks are further collapsing -6% (Dow down 1650, Nasdaq >500 mid-day). Ditto Asian and Europe stock markets -6%. They were already declining sharply last week due to coronavirus induced supply chain shocks (reducing production) and expanding demand shocks (consumer spending contraction in select industries like travel, hotels, entertainment)... more »

Financial Meltdown: The Impending Credit Crunch; The Next Shoe To Drop?

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
Investors perception of the Fed’s role in fueling rallies, micromanaging the markets and providing a safety-net whenever stocks fall, has reached a critical tipping point. For the last decade, the Central Bank’s low rates, endless liquidity and frequent interventions have conditioned investors to ignore fundamentals and, instead, base their decisions on the Fed’s accommodative policy.

20 Top Economists Endorse Medicare For All As Best Plan To Cut Costs, Save Tens Of Thousands Of Lives Each Year

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
Rejecting "loose talk" from corporate Democrats, the media, and insurance industry that a single-payer system would be unaffordable, twenty leading U.S. economists on Tuesday released an open letter endorsing Medicare for All as the best way to reduce soaring national healthcare costs, significantly cut expenses for most U.S. households, and save countless lives.

Coronavirus – The Hidden Cases – Why We Must Shut Everything Down And Do It Now

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
There will not even be an attempt to do like China or South Korea which have thrown all resources at stopping the spread of the virus while it was still possible. The 'west' now seem to be beyond that point. The British Prime Minister Boris Johnson floated the idea to "take it on the chin" - i.e. to do nothing to soften the blow the epidemic will cause. Chancellor Angela Merkel in Germany told her parliamentary group that 60-70% of all Germans will catch the virus.

Doctors Of Assange Reveals Reports On Mistreatment Have Intensified The Abuse

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
Doctors 4 Assange, who are the many doctors who sent a letter to the Home Secretary in Great Britain, tweeted a concerning statement today. According to them, Craig Murray’s reporting on the trial of Assange only escalated his mistreatment rather than helping to aid Assange.

Amid COVID-19 Outbreak, The Workers Who Need Paid Sick Days The Most Have The Least

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
The United States is unprepared for the COVID-19 pandemic given that many workers throughout the economy will have financial difficulty in following the CDC’s recommendations to stay home and seek medical care if they think they’ve become infected. Millions of U.S. workers and their families don’t have access to health insurance... more »

Hoodwinked: How Wall Street And Big Real Estate Turned Anti-Discrimination Policies Against Blacks

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
In 1970, Janice Johnson, a Black single mother in Philadelphia, was facing eviction from an old apartment building condemned by the city. She was desperately seeking a place for her and her 8-year-old son to live, and her attempts to rent nearby apartments were coming up short.

Twenty Top Economists Conclude Medicare For All Saves Money And Lives

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
We are economists interested in public policy and healthcare. Some of us have worked to estimate the cost of alternative healthcare programs. Others have reviewed such estimates. We believe the available research supports the conclusion that a program of Medicare for All (M4A) could be considerably less expensive than the current system... more »

Who Will Win Bolivia’s Elections?

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
At this point in the year, Bolivia should be announcing an election date other than the presidential election in May. According to last year’s schedule, the regional elections (departments and municipalities) were scheduled to take place in the second half of this month. However, the interruption of the democratic order altered absolutely everything that was planned... more »

Inside The World Uyghur Congress: The US-Backed Right-Wing Regime Change Network Seeking The ‘Fall Of China’

Emanuel Martinez at PopularResistance.Org - 3 hours ago
Above Photo: From Thegrayzone.com While posing as a grassroots human rights organization, the World Uyghur Congress is a US-funded and directed separatist network that has forged alliances with far-right ethno-nationalist groups. The goal spelled out by its founders is clear: the destabilization of China and regime change in Beijing. In recent years, few stories have […]

A Reckoning

jurassicpork at Welcome Back to Gotham City - 3 hours ago
(By *American Zen*'s Mike Flannigan, on loan from Ari.) "*And the nations were angry, and thy wrath is come, and the time of the dead, that they should be judged, and that thou shouldest give reward unto thy servants the prophets, and to the saints, and them that fear thy name, small and great; and shouldest destroy them which destroy the earth.*" - Rev. 11:18, KJV *I*'m not a religious man. Not even close. That's not to say I'm not a man of faith. I just think humanity would be best served in placing its trust in secular hands when dealing with secular matters such as the survi... more »

Biden Explains His Role

LL at Virtual Mirage - 3 hours ago

Long-Term Analysis Shows GMO Cotton No Match for Insects in India

Sustainable Pulse at Sustainable Pulse - 3 hours ago
Genetically modified (GM) Bt cotton produces its own insecticide. The seeds were introduced in India in 2002 and today account for 90% of all cotton planting in the country. Bt cotton is now the most widely planted GM crop on small farms in the developing world. In India, Bt cotton is the most widely planted […] The post Long-Term Analysis Shows GMO Cotton No Match for Insects in India appeared on Sustainable Pulse.

Potential for al-Qaeda-Islamic State Cooperation in Afghanistan

Lee Jay at Modern Tokyo Times - 3 hours ago
Potential for al-Qaeda-Islamic State Cooperation in Afghanistan Publication: Terrorism Monitor By: Farhan Zahid The Jamestown Foundation Frequent speculation has recently been posited that Islamic State (IS) and al-Qaeda affiliates could eventually coalesce again, or at the least, begin cooperating at a more notable level than was seen at the height of the conflict in Syria. […]

Thinking about Corona and Academia

Steve Saideman at Duck of Minerva - 3 hours ago
The Duck has been covering Corona in a variety of ways over the past several weeks with posts including Josh’s coverage of the early outbreak, the early international dynamics, past and present epidemics, the role of money and of international cooperation, how different types of political systems are handling the crisis, and so on. But […]

Jonathan Pie gets to the nub of the Coronavirus

21wire at 21st Century Wire - 3 hours ago
*Jonathan Pie* | A call for levity in the face of abject horror.

14 March 2020 Covid-19 USA State Of Emergency, Italy Over 1000 Dead

E.M.Smith at Musings from the Chiefio - 3 hours ago
The USA has declared a state of emergency. Italy crosses over 1000 dead. 14 March 2020 posting. Continue reading →

Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic Live Updates And WHO Announcements -- March 13, 2020

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 3 hours ago
*Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic Live Updates* Live: Borders shut as coronavirus cases rise -- BBC Live: WHO warns Europe is coronavirus 'epicentre' as outbreak continues to spread -- France 24 Coronavirus latest: Donald Trump declares national emergency -- DW Coronavirus live news: Trump says UK may be included in travel ban as WHO calls Europe 'centre of pandemic' -- The Guardian Coronavirus update: Europe is new 'epicentre' of the pandemic, Spain declares state of emergency, Canada shuts parliament -- ABC News Online Coronavirus pandemic: All the latest updates -- Al Jazeera Coronavi... more »

Dems need to support their candidate regardless (otherwise you are assuring a Trump win)

Keith at musingsofanoldfart - 3 hours ago
I wrote the following comment on a progressive blog I follow. The comment speaks for itself. I do enjoy reading your blog. As an independent voter who is fiscally conservative and socially progressive, it is good to get a lay … Continue reading →

Covid-19 Update: “Disruptions Triggered By The Coronavirus Are Now Exploding Everywhere"

CoyotePrime at Running 'Cause I Can't Fly - 3 hours ago
Chris Martenson, “Disruptions Triggered By The Coronavirus Are Now Exploding Everywhere" - https://www.peakprosperity.com/

Predicted cyclone continues to move away from Queensland coast

Just In - 3 hours ago
A tropical cyclone predicted to develop in the Coral Sea this weekend is continuing to head away from north Queensland, the Bureau of Meteorology says.

Australian team flies to rescue of sick man at US Antarctic base

Just In - 3 hours ago
Australia's Antarctic Division flies to the rescue of an expeditioner after a request from the US, with a team landing on ice in -30 degrees Celsius conditions.

Does flying on a plane increase my risk of contracting coronavirus?

Paige Cockburn at Just In - 3 hours ago
If you're wondering about whether you should cancel your flights, health experts say the risk of catching coronavirus on a plane is low.

Coronavirus hits golf with The Masters postponed to 'some later date'

Just In - 3 hours ago
One of world sport's most famous events, The Masters golf tournament, becomes the latest competition to fall foul of the worldwide coronavirus outbreak.

Keeping schools open may help restrict coronavirus spread, NSW Education Department says

Michelle Brown at Just In - 3 hours ago
Closing schools could mean that children will congregate in shopping centres and playgrounds where there could be more potential for spreading the virus, the secretary of the NSW Education Department, Mark Scott, says.

Coronavirus on the Nile : The number of Coronavirus patients in Egypt jumps to 93 and Matt Swider is on his way home

egyptianchronicler@gmail.com (Zeinobia) at Egyptian Chronicles - 3 hours ago
Egypt’s Ministry of Health announced on Friday that *13 new Coronavirus patients* were discovered and confirmed in the country raising the total number of Coronavirus patients to 93 officially. According to the statement issued by the MOH, the 13 new cases include *5 Egyptians and 8 [image: Swider with the nurses and doctors of Quarantine hospital "Matt Swider"]Swider with the nurses and doctors ofQuarantine hospital "Matt Swider" foreigners*. There is nothing available about them from the MOH’s side except that the 13 cases contracted the virus from other cases that have been disc... more »

Dragon Storm hits Egypt : The morning after the dragon

egyptianchronicler@gmail.com (Zeinobia) at Egyptian Chronicles - 3 hours ago
According to Egypt’s official weather forecast, the unstable weather conditions wave will continue on Friday but God is merciful enough to give us a break after long of unprecedented rain. At least 20 people were killed on Thursday according to the statements of the government on Friday. Already since last night, it was speculated that it was more than five especially that more photos and videos began to emerge showing horrifying scenes of alleged bodies floating in flooding streets and people screaming here and there about how flooding water was electrocuted. On Saturday, stories... more »

How to Fight and Win Against Covid19

Ron Clutz at Science Matters - 3 hours ago
He was in Wuhan just a few days before. But he knew he was not a contact for COVID19 and so didn’t need to take any precautions. The press asked him why he wasn’t wearing a mask. He said that if he was a contact he wouldn’t be there, he’d be in quarantine, not talking […]

Sea Ice Extent (Global Antarctic and Arctic) – Day 72 – 2020

Hifast at Climate Collections - 3 hours ago
Originally posted on sunshine hours: South / North

Paul Gallagher on the Meltdown of the Financial System

Alicia at LaRouchePAC Feed - 4 hours ago
Excerpt: Paul Gallagher on Global Financial Situation Video of Excerpt: Paul Gallagher on Global Financial Situation Listen to Paul Gallagher's 17-minute briefing on the meltdown of the system, the Federal Reserve's mad money-pumping response, and how LaRouche's Four Laws represent the only sane response. You are now living through the end of a system, manifesting itself in the outbreak of the corona virus and the accompanying implosion of the one-quadrillion-dollar-plus speculative bubble. When that system was created in 1971, Lyndon LaRouche warned that it was foredoomed, havin... more »

Foreign Correspondent: Am I the Next Typhoid Mary? My First-Hand Account Of Coronavirus Quarantine, After A Trip To Iran.

DownWithTyranny at DownWithTyranny! - 4 hours ago
*Erlich wears protective clothing when interacting with family* *This story was supported by the Pulitzer Center* *-by Reese Erlich* @ReeseErlich On February 22, I left Iran after a week of covering the country’s parliamentary elections. Ten days later, my nose started running like a faucet. Normally, I would assume it’s a cold, pop some antihistamines, and proceed with my work. But these are not normal times. Symptoms of the coronavirus include heavy breathing, fever, cough, and—yes—a runny nose. To be on the safe side, I decided to visit Kaiser Oakland, my ever-so-friendly healt... more »

How Long Will Coronavirus In A Cough Stay In The Air?

Hank Campbell at Science 2.0 blogs - 4 hours ago
Though COVID-19 as a disease is rather difficult to get, spreading the coronavirus itself is as easy as spreading influenza viruses. The big risks will be from a sneeze, though COVID-19 doesn't have much sneezing, or a cough, or touching someone's hands who did either and then touching your own face. Why do people subconsciously touch their face if they felt something weird on their hands? That is a mystery of psychology, but it's why that is the best deterrent to catching coronavirus or spreading it. Yet if someone sneezes and you don't touch their hand, how long will the virus i... more »

Senate candidate firebombed for exposing illegality of government in Australia

Editor, cairnsnews at Cairns News - 4 hours ago
GREAT Australian Party South Australian federal Senate candidate Gary Matthews and his wife Sheryl are recovering, uninjured but shaken, after a fire bomb attack on their home late on Wednesday night. The attack came after a series of death threats were made against the couple including a rape threat against Mrs Matthews. “My wife and […]

Turkey, Russia agree on final details on Idlib ceasefire, patrols to begin Monday

News Desk at AMN – Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - 4 hours ago
Turkey and Russia have agreed on the details of a ceasefire in Syria’s Idlib region after four days of talks in Ankara, Defense Minister Hulusi Akar said on Friday. Joint patrols along a key highway will begin on Sunday as planned, Reuters quoted Akar as saying. Ankara and Moscow, which back opposing sides in Syria’s […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source

US deploys 2 aircraft carriers to Middle East amid heightened tensions with Iran

News Desk at AMN – Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - 4 hours ago
The United States will continue operating two aircraft carriers in the Middle East for the first time in nearly a decade amid a dramatic spike in tensions with Iran, US Central Command (CENTCOM) commander Kenneth McKenzie told reporters on Friday. “I have asked and the Secretary has granted my request to continue to operate two […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source

US releases footage of attack against Kataib Hezbollah

News Desk at AMN – Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - 4 hours ago
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:25 P.M.) – The U.S. Central Command released footage on Friday of their attack on some Kataib Hezbollah installations in Iraq last night. In the video, the U.S. showcases their “defensive strikes”, which were supposed to severely weaken Kataib Hezbollah’s capabilities inside Iraq and Syria. These defensive strikes were designed to destroy Iranian-supplied […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source

Turkey seeks to make Idlib ceasefire permanent: video

News Desk at AMN – Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - 4 hours ago
Turkish Defence Minister Hulusi Akar gave a statement in Ankara on Friday about the conclusion of ceasefire talks with Russia. The talks held in Turkey came after an agreement was reached between Vladimir Putin and Recep Tayyip Erdogan on March 5th in Moscow. At the end of a week of negotiations, Akar said that key […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source

Dead: This Old 2013 War Game Proves Aircraft Carriers Can Still Be Sunk

David Axe at The National Interest - 4 hours ago
*David Axe* *Security, Americas* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2008%3Anewsml_GM1E44S1GCO01&share=true] Is the Navy ready for it in real life? *Key point:* Several American allies have successfully destroyed carriers in previous exercises. This shows that America must always be ready for enemy submarines. A photo depicting an American nuclear-powered submarine poking its periscope above the waves—within shooting distance of a British aircraft carrier during a war game—is a useful reminder of one of the most important truths of naval warfare. ... more »

How Hitler Used Jailed Time to Help Himself Rise to Power

David Axe at The National Interest - 4 hours ago
*David Axe* *History, Europe* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2016%3Anewsml_LR1EC180S94BF&share=true] Just awful. *Key point:* Time in prison let him write his manifesto and cultivate his cult of personality. The book would become very popular, and aid the Nazis' in upcoming elections. On April 1, 1924, 34-year-old Adolf Hitler — a socially awkward painter and former soldier from Austria — arrived at Landsberg prison in Bavaria to serve a five-year sentence for organizing a failed coup that got 18 men killed, including four policemen. *(This a... more »

The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence and Future of National Security

Lori Robinson, Michael O'Hanlon at The National Interest - 4 hours ago
*Lori Robinson, Michael O'Hanlon* *Security, Americas* [image: Reuters] Many of the artificial intelligence systems being envisioned today will take decades to develop. Artificial intelligence is all the rage these days. In the popular media, regular cyber systems seem almost passe, as writers focus on AI and conjure up images of everything from real-life Terminator robots to more benign companions. In intelligence circles, China’s uses of closed-circuit television, facial recognition technology, and other monitoring systems suggest the arrival of Big Brother—if not quite in 1984... more »

Caveat Emptor: Why China's Cheap Military Drones Are so Cheap

David Axe at The National Interest - 4 hours ago
*David Axe* *Economics, Asia* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2013%3Anewsml_GM1E99P1DBT01&share=true] At least everyone is now learning. *Key point:* Everyone wants drones these days, but sometimes it is worth buying American. That's what some countries are finding out the hard way. China’s CH-4 killer drone appears to be falling out of favor with some of its major operators. *This first appeared in August 2019 and is being reposted due to reader interest.* The Iraqi air force is down to just one operational CH-4 out of a fleet of around 10, a... more »

The Real Coronavirus Threat Everyone Is Missing

Ted Galen Carpenter at The National Interest - 4 hours ago
*Ted Galen Carpenter* *Politics, * Worries about the threat the coronavirus posed to public health are entirely understandable. The disease spreads easily and has a disturbingly high mortality rate among its victims (especially the elderly). Nevertheless, some important and potentially dangerous policy precedents are being set without much consideration or reflection. That approach is unwise, since many of the measures being taken to combat the coronavirus epidemic entail major restrictions on liberties that Americans take for granted. Worries about the threat the coronavirus p... more »

What Are Putin’s Real Presidential Plans?

George Beebe at The National Interest - 4 hours ago
*George Beebe* *Security, Eurasia* [image: Reuters] Vladimir Putin openly acceded to the Duma’s “request” that it pass a law enabling him to remain president until 2036 if voters approve. Many observers believe that this had been his plan all along, that his earlier coyness was simply a clever means of testing how much support he might have for end-running constitutional restrictions on his time in office. There is a revealing scene in the movie *Tequila Sunrise,* in which Mel Gibson’s character laments his difficulty in getting out of the cocaine-dealing business. He wants to s... more »

Could the Coronavirus Cost Donald Trump the Presidency?

W. James Antle III at The National Interest - 4 hours ago
*W. James Antle III* *Politics, * If we are still practicing "social distancing" come the fall, Trump's reelection will itself look like a distant goal. President Trump declared a national emergency over the rapidly spreading coronavirus. It is also an emergency for his reelection campaign. Despite his polarizing nature, or perhaps because of it, Trump entered 2020 surprisingly well-positioned for a second term. Impeachment not only failed to remove him from office but left him with some of the highest job approval ratings of his presidency. Hovering just below 50 percent, Trump ... more »

The British Royal Navy Just Might Get Some New Frigates After All

David Axe at The National Interest - 4 hours ago
*David Axe* *Security, Europe* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2019%3Anewsml_RC15C334DBA0&share=true] A big deal for needy shipbuilders. The Royal Navy may already have identified a possible replacement for its Type 45 destroyers. A version of the new Type 26 frigate, which should enter service with the U.K. fleet in the mid-2020s, ultimately could replace the air-defense-optimized Type 45s beginning in the 2030s. The prospect of developing an air-defense variant of the Type 26 offers some hope to the United Kingdom’s beleaguered naval shipbuild... more »

Emory Law Professor Returns After Being Suspended for Use of Racial Slurs

Jessica Ruf at Diverse - 4 hours ago
After being suspended in 2018 for his use of racial slurs — once during a class lecture and another during a discussion with a student — Emory University Law professor Paul Zwier will return to campus and continue teaching, reports AJC. Last year, following student protests and filed complaints, Emory’s Faculty Hearing Committee was tasked […]

NFL Cancels First-Ever HBCU Combine Amid COVID-19 Concerns

Jessica Ruf at Diverse - 4 hours ago
Amid COVID-19 concerns, the NFL has canceled its first-ever, much anticipated HBCU Combine, an event for players from historically Black colleges who are eligible for the draft but weren’t formally invited to the regular Scouting Combine, which has also been canceled. Both events were scheduled for March 27-29 at the Miami Dolphins’ Health Training Dolphins […]

Yale Doctor Promoted After Sexual Misconduct Allegations Made Against Him, Lawsuit Says

Jessica Ruf at Diverse - 4 hours ago
Even though six women had filed complaints that a Yale University doctor sexually harassed them, the university appointed the doctor to lead diversity and inclusion efforts in a medical school department last summer, states a federal lawsuit filed Thursday, as reported by NBC News. The doctor, Manuel Lopes Fontes is a high-ranking professor who was […]

Cannabis shops take preventive measures in response to coronavirus, report fewer customers yet larger purchases

Jeff Smith at Marijuana Business Daily - 4 hours ago
Marijuana retailers are seeing customers stocking up on products as the coronavirus spreads across the United States. Stores also are implementing extra precautions to keep both customers and employees safe. Here are some of the approaches cannabis businesses are taking in response to the health crisis: Increasing social distancing and sanitation. Prioritizing medical marijuana patients. […] Cannabis shops take preventive measures in response to coronavirus, report fewer customers yet larger purchases is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news ... more »

List of marijuana events hit by coronavirus

John Rebchook at Marijuana Business Daily - 4 hours ago
From South by Southwest in Austin, Texas, to Spannabis in Spain, at least 15 conferences with ties to the cannabis industry have been postponed, canceled or rescheduled amid the coronavirus pandemic. Here is a list and links to some of the events impacted so far by the coronavirus: American Herbal Products Association Baltimore Cannabis Relief […] List of marijuana events hit by coronavirus is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

MJBizDaily podcast: Coronavirus hits cannabis industry and more

John Rebchook at Marijuana Business Daily - 4 hours ago
Coronavirus dominated global headlines, including for the cannabis industry. Some of the other top headlines addressed in this week’s MJ Biz Daily’s podcast include: Washington state ups its social equity stake. Earnings madness marches on. Maine marijuana unit looks to tackle illicit MJ market. And more. MJBizDaily podcast: Coronavirus hits cannabis industry and more is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs

Preprint: “Considerable countermeasures have effectively controlled the Covid-19 outbreak in Wuhan.”

drinkingwateradvisor at The Drinking Water Advisor - 4 hours ago
Chaolong Wang, Li Liu, Xingjie Hao, Huan Guo, Qi Wang, Jiao Huang, Na He, Hongjie Yu, Xihong Lin, An Pan, Sheng Wei, Tangchun Wu. Evolving Epidemiology and Impact of Non-pharmaceutical Interventions on the Outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 in Wuhan, China … Continue reading →

Can You Get a Free Coronavirus Test by Donating Blood?

David Mikkelson at Snopes.com - 4 hours ago
It's not the case that all blood banks are performing coronavirus tests on donors.

2nd Person with Trump at Mar-a-Lago Tests Positive for Virus

AP News at Snopes.com - 4 hours ago
A second person who was at Mar-a-Lago with President Donald Trump has tested positive for coronavirus. That's according to a Republican official who spoke on condition of anonymity in order to discuss private health matters.

Julian Assange News Links 13 March 2020

barovsky at The New Dark Age - 4 hours ago
13 March 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 UPDATE: The Dutch Government’s Show-Trial About MH17 https://www.greanvillepost.com/2020/03/13/update-the-dutch-governments-show-trial-about-mh17/ Judge Releases Manning After Suicide Attempt, Effectively Fines Her Supporters $256,000 https://www.greanvillepost.com/2020/03/13/judge-releases-manning-after-suicide-attempt-effectively-fines-her-supporters-256000/ Chelsea Manning Ordered Free From Prison — but Will … Continue reading Julian Assa... more »

Pelosi Declares Democrats and White House Reach Deal on “Coronavirus Response Act”…

sundance at The Last Refuge - 4 hours ago
It took some digging but we found it. The 2020 Coronavirus Response Act is H.R.6201 [SEE HERE]. Speaker Nancy Pelosi is saying the Democrats and White House have made an agreement to pass the content of the Coronavirus Response Act. … Continue reading →

Commentaries, Analysis, And Editorials -- March 13, 2020

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 4 hours ago
*Jason Beaubien, NPR: **Singapore Wins Praise For Its COVID-19 Strategy. The U.S. Does Not* Hong Kong and Singapore were hit early with the coronavirus. But each now has fewer than 200 cases, while France, Germany and Spain, which were hit late, all have more than 10 times that number. Three weeks ago, Italy had only three cases. Now it has more than 10,000. These dramatic differences show that how governments respond to this virus matters, says Mike Ryan, the World Health Organization's head of emergencies. "Hope is not a strategy," says Ryan, who is an epidemiologist. "We are ... more »

New York Times reporter shocked that people distrust the media: Corona virus edition

trinko at Conversations about the obvious - 4 hours ago
Have been talking to lots of Trump supporters across the country these last couple of days, and the disdain for and distrust of the media right now is worse than I've seen at any point throughout this presidency. — Elaina Plott (@elainaplott) March 12, 2020 Clearly she lives in a bubble. For eight years the #FakeNews media told us the economy under Obama was great, that Obama was great, that Iran getting nuclear weapons was great, that the US was the source of the worlds problems, that there were no scandals when Obama was president, that the IRS targeting conservative organizati... more »

Dismissing Heightened Coronavirus Risks, State Officials Plan To Hold March 17 Primaries

Kevin Gosztola at Shadowproof - 4 hours ago
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, Louisiana became the first state to delay their primary, which was scheduled for April 4. The Wyoming Democratic Party also canceled the “in-person portion of their upcoming vote” on the same date. Yet, despite health risks, state officials in four states intend to proceed The post Dismissing Heightened Coronavirus Risks, State Officials Plan To Hold March 17 Primaries appeared first on Shadowproof.

While dealing with coronavirus Trump still has time to keep Iran in check

trinko at Conversations about the obvious - 4 hours ago
After an Iranian backed missile attack on a base in Iraq killed two Americans and a Brit the US retaliated killing General Siamand Mashhadani a top official in the Iranian Revolutionary guard. When pondering this and the killing of Soleimani it's important to understand that just like Democrats in America are eager for a recession or lots of people dying from COVID 19 because that might help them get more power tyrants everywhere, including Iran, don't care if their people suffer or die. What tyrants care about is their own skins and the well being of themselves and their families.... more »

The Coronavirus in Italy

Phil at All That Is Solid ... - 5 hours ago
As news filters through that the government have decided to ban mass gatherings and take on emergency powers, how have these measures fared in Italy - the European country by far the worst hit by Coronavirus? Living in Italy himself, Alex of Politics Theory Other interviews Antonella Serrecchia and David Broder about how the measures have been received, how the far right have seized upon the crisis to make racist political capital, and what pressures the lock down has put on the health services. The shape of British things to come? Also, don't forget the PTO appeal!

Trump uses American ingenuity to fight Coronavirus while Democrats want more bureaucrats

trinko at Conversations about the obvious - 5 hours ago
In today's press conference Trump revealed that he's putting America's most powerful weapon to work to address the coronavirus. Contrary to Democrats desire to hire more bureaucrats and allow people from COVID 19 ravaged countries to fly into the US Trump is putting American ingenuity and the agile brilliance of the private sector into action. While Democrats are saying the current crisis shows the need for socialized medicine the reality is that the countries hardest hit by the virus have socialized medicine. Further there's good reason to believe that the bumbling bureaucrats at ... more »

Schumer Deserves Punishment

John F. McManus at rss - 5 hours ago
[image: schumer-deserves-punishment] If you missed hearing about the terrible threatening performance recently given by the Senate’s Democratic leader, don’t be surprised.

Who Has Passed Away, and Where — and Other Realities From the Coronavirus Front Lines

Selwyn Duke at rss - 5 hours ago
[image: who-has-passed-away-and-where-and-other-realities-from-the-coronavirus-front-lines] New Rochelle, N.Y. — Living right next to New Rochelle, I was certainly struck when I heard it was the epicenter of Wuhan-virus infection in the United States. More than 100 of our nation’s at least 1,663 cases are in the small city of almost 80,000 people, the result of a congregant inadvertently infecting others at the Young Israel of New Rochelle synagogue earlier this month.

Coronavirus is the wildcard that means all bets may be off for the WA election in 2021

Jacob Kagi at Just In - 5 hours ago
Coronavirus totally overwhelmed a major political milestone in WA this week — 12 months until the election. Jacob Kagi looks at the key questions to be answered in the lead-up to the polls.

Greek Orthodox congregations told 'no disease or illness can exist in holy communion'

Jessica Longbottom at Just In - 5 hours ago
Greek Orthodox churches across the country are ignoring medical advice from the Government and believe their faith will protect them from the spread of coronavirus.

Sports clubs accused of pricing families out of local competitions by charging thousands in fees

Brittney Kleyn at Just In - 5 hours ago
Parents are entering into payment plans and volunteering at their local sports clubs in a bid to afford the registration fees for their children, with some clubs charging up to $2,000 to play.

Festivals and sporting events cancelled amid coronavirus fears

Rachel Riga at Just In - 5 hours ago
Events across Queensland have been cancelled from this weekend and others postponed indefinitely amid fears about the spread of coronavirus.

Your panic buying backfires on children like Kai, for whom coronavirus could be deadly

Claire Moodie at Just In - 5 hours ago
Just catching a common cold can put Kai Barton in hospital for weeks, so his family is not taking any chances with coronavirus.

One local industry is experiencing a lift amid the coronavirus chaos

Zoe Keenan And Jessica Hayes at Just In - 5 hours ago
Broccoli grower Brad Ipsen says demand for the vegetable is the strongest he's seen, as Australians rush to buy fresh produce to boost their immunity.

On this farm there are veggies, chickens and happy pigs in mud — you won't find electricity or running water

Penny Travers at Just In - 5 hours ago
When Jillian Head suffered post-natal depression after the birth of her daughter, her family embarked on living a simple life as pig farmers - without any prior experience.

Michelle is sharing her greatest secret. But we could go to jail if we reported her identity.

Lauren Roberts And Henry Zwartz at Just In - 5 hours ago
Soon, the NT will be the last place in Australia with a law banning sexual assault survivors from sharing their story. But advocates fear a draft bill to change legislation may be "major victory" for rapists.

Satellite images appear to show mass coronavirus graves in Iran

Tracey Shelton at Just In - 5 hours ago
Satellite images appear to show evidence of mass burial pits in Iran to accommodate a growing number of deaths from the new coronavirus, as experts question Iran's official death toll.

Can't stand the smell of air fresheners or perfume? You're not alone, but the science is out

Anna Salleh at Just In - 5 hours ago
Many people report that the scent in things like perfume, air freshener or laundry powder triggers migraines, asthma and much worse health problems, but experts can't agree on what's going on here.

Breeding clownfish to save the species

Karyn J Wilson at Just In - 5 hours ago
A Central Queensland research centre tries to breed clownfish for pet shops in a bid to save the species from extinction.

Live: 250 die in Italy on coronavirus's deadliest day

Just In - 5 hours ago
The coronavirus outbreak continues to decimate Italy with 250 deaths recorded there in a the last 24 hours, marking the biggest single day death toll recorded in any country. Follow live.

Buying Australian-made clothing? It might not be as ethical as you think

James Hancock at Just In - 5 hours ago
More than 30,000 people are employed in Australia's garment manufacturing industry. The Fair Work Ombudsman says 20 per cent of businesses are failing to correctly pay them.

Outback toasts new generation of publicans as seven hotels sell within months

Kemii Maguire at Just In - 5 hours ago
New life is breathed into towns across western Queensland, where pubs and businesses experienced their worst year for sales and tourism in 2019 because of drought and floods.

'We expect to lose a lot of money': Persian New Year celebrations cancelled over coronavirus fears

Lydia Feng at Just In - 5 hours ago
Nowruz is usually the biggest holiday on the Persian calendar but many Iranian Australians are opting for low-key celebrations — or to abandon them completely — to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

World News Briefs -- March 13, 2020

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 5 hours ago
*Daily Mail:* *Coronavirus pandemic has now killed more 5,000 people as Europe continues to battle escalating crisis* * A total of 3,176 people have died in mainland China, where the outbreak started * Two other countries with the highest death tolls are Italy (1,016) and Iran (514) * More than 134,300 have been infected since COVID-19 appeared in December * Europe has rapidly become the new epicentre of the killer coronavirus * Coronavirus symptoms: what are they and should you see a doctor? The death toll from the coronavirus pandemic today soared past 5,000 as Europe continues ... more »

Former Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum allegedly involved in drug overdose ‘orgy’

Ragnar at 'Nox & Friends - 5 hours ago
From 90 Miles From Tyranny and ABC27 Tallahassee: Excerpts 90 Miles: Former Tallahassee mayor and Florida gubernatorial candidate Andrew Gillum was allegedly involved in a hotel drug “orgy” that resulted in an overdose. Law enforcement responded to the location following reports of an overdose where Gillum and two other men were intoxicated by methamphetamines and possibly other controlled substances. The news, broken by conservative pundit Candace Owens, included a police report that shows Gillum was inebriated in the hotel room when police arrived. Three plastic bags contained wha... more »

President officially proclaims a National Emergency for the Virus Pandemic

Uriel at 'Nox & Friends - 5 hours ago
Proclamation on Declaring a National Emergency Concerning the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Outbreak March 13, 2020 The Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) declared a public health emergency on January 31, 2020, under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (42 U.S.C. 247d), in response to COVID-19. I have taken sweeping action to control the spread of the virus in the United States, including by suspending entry of foreign nationals seeking entry who had been physically present within the prior 14 days in certain jurisdictions where COVID-19 outbreaks have occ... more »

Tale Of Two Crises

Ragnar at 'Nox & Friends - 5 hours ago
From 90 Miles From Tyranny: Check out the Meme! Gee, I wonder if the American Pravda had anything to do with that? ~Ragnar (RFXtFR)

Pelosi Outed for pushing pet project in Corona Virus Bill

Uriel at 'Nox & Friends - 5 hours ago
EXCLUSIVE: White House Officials Allege Speaker Pelosi Pushed To Include Hyde Amendment Loophole Into Coronavirus Stimulus Plan Daily Caller Christian Datoc Senior White House Correspondent March 12, 2020 House Speaker Nancy Pelosi sought to include a potential way to guarantee federal funding for abortion into the coronavirus economic stimulus plan, according to multiple senior White House officials. Speaking to the Daily Caller, those officials alleged that while negotiating the stimulus with U.S. Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, Pelosi tried to lobby for “several” provisions tha... more »

Coronavirus Testing – Coming Very Soon There Will be an APP for That…

sundance at The Last Refuge - 5 hours ago
The White House has announced that magnanimous big tech firm Google has ‘voluntarily’ joined the federal government (within the national state of emergency) to assist citizens with the effort to voluntarily ‘test’ for the coronavirus. As announced the details are … Continue reading →

Breaking News: Dr. Kevin Barrett Dares SAY What Everyone is Thinking

greencrow at Greencrow As The Crow Flies - 5 hours ago
*Yet Another Artist's Rendition of Covid-9/11* *From PressTV* *US biological warfare against China could lead to World War III * Friday, 13 March 2020 7:30 PM *[ Last Update: Friday, 13 March 2020 7:30 PM ]* By Kevin Barrett A number of interesting developments here in the United States and in China suggest that there is something very strange going on regarding the coronavirus and the US government. We are now hearing from the Chinese government itself, as well as from Chinese social media, which is normally restricted, but in this case, it's actually seems that people are b... more »

DUH, FEAR SELLS

Steve M. at No More Mister Nice Blog - 5 hours ago
Fox News has been selling coronavirus denialism for weeks now, but that seems to be changing -- FoxNews.com is now promoting the dedicated URL coronavirusnow.com: Look, it's better than what Fox was doing. And why did it take so long? Everyone knows that fear sells, especially everyone at Fox News, which has been selling fear (of Democrats, of liberalism, of George Soros, of gun confiscation, etc., etc.) for years. (I think they actually believed their own denials.) The health of America will benefit if these bastards are no longer selling coronavirus happy talk. Fox, I'm sure, w... more »

US Senate Candidate Lisa Savage Outlines Covid-19 Response Plan

Bruce K. Gagnon at Organizing Notes - 5 hours ago
*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday March 13, 2020* *For more info:* Sam Pfeifle Phone: 207-749-0298 Email: sam@lisaformaine.org Twitter: @SamPfeifle www.lisaformaine.org Today Lisa Savage, independent Green candidate in Maine's 2020 ranked choice voting US Senate race, issued the following statement regarding the coronavirus pandemic: The spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) is a challenge to us as a society. It is already exposing deep failures in our political and economic system, including the moral abomination of a pay-or-die healthcare system, the refusal by political lea... more »

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