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Happy Father's Day
Here's to the men who embody the three P's of Fatherhood - Provider, Protector, Problem Solver. Happy Father's Day. Cathy has the day off with her family.
Why Did Trump Order Barr To Fire Geoffrey Berman Friday Night?
Yesterday Neal Katyal, a former Acting Solicitor General, and Josh Geltzer, Executive Director of the Institute for Constitutional Advocacy and Protection, penned a piece for *The Atlantic* on why Trump keeps losing at a conservative Supreme Court. "The legal reasoning may look like it turns on obscure technicalities," they wrote, "but the administration’s cases are falling apart because of something much more deeply wrong... Trump keeps losing not because of something obscure, but because of something fundamental: his abuse of the executive branch. Much of his administration’s ... more »
Audio Interview
I did an audio interview a couple months back with a blogger who calls himself the "natural born alchemist." At the time I'd just finished Chapter 34 on the earth's enslavement as a colony of the Anunnaki extraterrestrials, whose descendants are the ET hybrid represented by the black nobility bloodlines of the royal families, presidents and prime minister puppets still ruling our planet. I address the Covid-19(84) scamdemic inducing chaos, fear and control over the entire world as the crime cabal's latest draconian agenda toward totalitarian tyranny and the evil power structure behi... more »
Hezbollah sends new video message to Israel: ‘We are able to strike targets anywhere’
BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:30 P.M.) – A new video shared on social media, Saturday, revealed new targets in Israel that are within the range of Hezbollah missiles. The video, which was originally posted on a Hezbollah channel, showed missiles from Hezbollah’s arsenal that are allegedly capable of hitting specific targets anywhere in Israel. With Secretary-General Sayyed […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Iran sends warning to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain about normalization with Israel
BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:10 P.M.) – On Saturday, Iran sent a warning to Saudi Arabia and Bahrain against normalization with Israel, stressing that they are “playing with fire.” The Special Aide to the President of the Islamic Parliament of Iran in International Affairs, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, said during the memorial service for former Secretary- eneral of the […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Chinese military suffered ‘twice as many losses’ as India during border battle: minister
BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:45 P.M.) – An Indian minister said that China lost at least 40 soldiers in a clash with his country last week at the disputed border on June 15th. China has not reported any losses it incurred as a result of the fighting in the disputed Galway Valley of the western Himalayas; however, […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Egypt has ‘international legitimacy’ to militarily intervene in Libya: Sisi
BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:20 P.M.) – Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi announced that Libya will only be defended by its people, indicating that Egypt is ready to train and equip the people in the North African nation. The Egyptian President indicated that the situation has now differed, stressing that the equation of Arab national security and […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Iranian Defense Minister claims that enemies are ‘frightened’ by Iran’s missiles
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:45 A.M.) – In a statement this weekend, the Iranian Ministry of Defense, Amir Hatami, said that the Islamic Republic’s missile arsenal frightens their enemies. According to the Iranian Tasnim Agency, Hatami said, “on the occasion of the 38th anniversary of the martyr Jamran, we will continue his approach.” He said, “Today, thanks […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Greece warns Turkey that they are ready for war
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:30 A.M.) – On Saturday, the Greek Army announced its readiness to respond to any steps by Turkey, threatening to “burn everyone who sets foot on Greek soil.” A Greek news website quoted the statements of the Chief of Staff of the Greek Army, Constantius Florus, who did not rule out the occurrence […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
More than 20 Turkish soldiers killed in northern Iraq: PKK
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:20 A.M.) – The leader of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) said on Saturday that more than 20 Turkish soldiers were killed by their by forces in northern Iraq this weekend. The PKK leader said in a statement to Sputnik Arabic that “a Turkish commando force tried to carry out an airdrop in […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
I think we’re being snookered
Were being snookered about “global warming,” we’re being snookered about the dangers of Covid-19, and we’re being snookered (in my opinion) about the Communist take-over in Seattle. __________ The post I think we’re being snookered appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Tyranny in our time
“America’s Founders had a dream of freedom, and this is not it.” WOLF: Tyranny in our time Americans must repudiate the political class By Dr. Milton R. Wolf – – Friday, May 24, 2013: “Americans find this kind of naked tyranny repulsive right down to a cellular level. It’s in our DNA. We fled a ... Read more Tyranny in our time The post Tyranny in our time appeared first on Ice Age Now.
When there aren’t enough criminals, one makes them
“We’re after power and we mean it.” My favorite quote from Atlas Shrugged” (by Ayn Rand) is on page 436 concerning Tyranny, writes reader Winston Smith: “Did you really think that we want those laws to be observed? said Dr. Farris (Government). We want them to be broken. You better get it straight that it’s ... Read more When there aren’t enough criminals, one makes them The post When there aren’t enough criminals, one makes them appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Climate Change Stops Play!
By Paul Homewood h/t mjr More dross from Matt McGrath, who has recently been demoted to rea boy following the arrival of “Chief Environmental Correspondent Justin Rowlatt. It sums up everything which is wrong about BBC coverage of climate change. It offers full, uncritical coverage of a sloppy, partisan and unscientific report full of unproven […]
Hypocrisy on display…
“A “fact check” by USA Today found scarves worn by several congressional Democrats last week, including House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Check Schumer, are linked to an empire that sold and traded enslaved Africans.” click here
Brazil Counts 49,976 Deaths and 1.06 Million Covid-19 Cases (June 20th)
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Brazil recorded 1,022 new Covid-19 deaths in 24 hours, according to a Ministry of Health update released yesterday, June 20th. With the addition of the new numbers to the statistics, the country now totals 49,976 deaths as a result of the novel coronavirus pandemic. The balance also counted 34,666 new […] The post Brazil Counts 49,976 Deaths and 1.06 Million Covid-19 Cases (June 20th) appeared first on The Rio Times.
Brazil Publishes Education Minister’s Dismissal Only After He Lands on US Soil
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - On Saturday, President Jair Bolsonaro published the dismissal of Abraham Weintraub as Minister of Education. Weintraub left Brazil on Friday night for the United States, while he still retained the privileges of a Minister of State, including a diplomatic passport. The publication in a special edition of the Federal Gazette […] The post Brazil Publishes Education Minister’s Dismissal Only After He Lands on US Soil appeared first on The Rio Times.
US Applies Sanctions Against Mexicans for Oil Deals with Venezuela
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The US Treasury Department has included the Mexican-based companies Schlager Business Group and Libre Abordo in the OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control) sanctions list as a result of their links with Venezuela. According to the US government, these companies are "linked to a network that is trying to circumvent […] The post US Applies Sanctions Against Mexicans for Oil Deals with Venezuela appeared first on The Rio Times.
Rio City Hall Suspends Sports Competitions Until June 25th
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The decision was based on reviews by the Rio de Janeiro City Hall's Strategic Committee. The group was set up to structure the resumption of activities in the city. The return of soccer, advocated by the Rio de Janeiro City Hall, goes against other states and cities in Brazil, which […] The post Rio City Hall Suspends Sports Competitions Until June 25th appeared first on The Rio Times.
We Caught Bacteria from the Most Pristine Air on Earth to Help Solve a Climate Modeling Mystery
Due to how remote the Southern Ocean is, there have been very few actual studies of the clouds there.
Woah: France Built a "Tiger"-Like ARL-44 Tank During World War II
*Michael Peck* *History, Europe* But could it really do the job? *Key Point: *The ARL-44 was a product of Nazi-French collaboration. Yet Free France improved it once the occupation ended, making it a decent weapon. *More From The National Interest: * *Yes, America Has a ‘Ninja’ Missile * *How China Could Sink a U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier * *How the F-35 Stealth Fighter Almost Never Happened * *Russia Has Missing Nuclear Weapons Sitting on the Ocean Floor * The design of the ARL-44 heavy tank actually took shape under the German occupation of France, according to the excelle... more »
Trbojevic, Walker hurt as Sea Eagles hold on to beat Raiders
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Manly overcomes a string of injuries and claws its way into the top eight with a gutsy win over the Raiders.
Indonesia's most active volcano erupts, blanketing villages in ash
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Ash and hot gas is shot up to six kilometres into the sky above Mount Merapi, blanketing several villages on Indonesia's main island of Java.
One dead and at least 11 injured in Minneapolis shooting, police say
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One man dies and another 11 are injured during a shooting incident in the US city of Minneapolis.
Suns shatter their Crows hoodoo with big win at Carrara
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Gold Coast Suns keep the momentum going, with a crushing win over the Crows to get into the top eight.
BWorld 440, Growth recovery via stable, cheaper electricity
* My article in BusinessWorld, June 18, 2020. There is a direct and close relationship between electricity consumption and GDP growth so the former with real-time data can be used as a proxy to estimate the latter which are often announced about six weeks after the end of the quarter. From the Independent Electricity Market Operator Philippines (IEMOP) data for the Luzon-Visayas grids, here are the changes and demand contraction in April, May and June 1-15 in 2020 versus same period in 2019: April -20.3%, May -15.6%, June 1-15 -7.9%, average -14.6%. At this rate, a GDP contraction ... more »
Weekend Fun 71, Father's day, Husband's day
A cool Father's Day meme, (All photos and memes here I got from the web or shared in various social media) Q: Difference among Complete, Finished and Completely finished? A: If you married the right woman, your life is Complete. If you married the wrong woman, your life is Finished. And if your (wrong) wife catches you with another woman, you are Completely finished. The wedding day changes the woman from a relatively permissive to an aggressive wife. Why? As she walks down the church to the altar, there is a repeated music... Altar hymn, Altar hymn, Alter hymn, Alter hymn, Al... more »
Catherine Austin Fitts: Engineering a Global Reset for a Digital Mark of The Beast Financial System via Quantum Dot Nanotechnology Vaccines
Catherine Austin Fitts: Engineering a Global Reset for a Digital Mark of The Beast Financial System via Quantum Dot Nanotechnology Vaccines by Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com (Early Sunday Release) Investment advisor and former Assistant Secretary of Housing Catherine Austin Fitts says you are going to have just two choices in the future. Fitts explains, “Unfortunately, you have a …
Another Covid-19 silver lining – hygienic wipes beat the sewer fascists!
In the UK, Friends of the Earth wants to make wipes both less useful and less available, calling for “an end to synthetic fibres, like plastic, in wet wipes; Better, clearer messaging on wet wipes to prevent them from being flushed down toilets; and a ban on the marketing of any single-use wipes as flushable. The post Another Covid-19 silver lining – hygienic wipes beat the sewer fascists! appeared first on CFACT.
Socialist Party’s manifesto promises revolutionary change in Zambia
The presidential candidate of the Socialist Party (SP) of Zambia, Fred M’membe, released the party’s manifesto for the August 2021 elections at a press conference on June 18, Wednesday. “This is a manifesto for revolutionary change.. a manifesto that will release the power of ordinary people to transform this country,” said M’membe in his opening remarks.
Why Keeping American Soldiers in Germany Is the Right Decision
*Luke Coffey* *Security, Europe* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2019%3Anewsml_RC1587B67C10&share=true] Leaving would be a mistake. President Donald Trump announced this week that he plans to reduce the number of U.S. soldiers in Germany by 9,500—roughly 28% of the force currently stationed in the country. Trump has long and rightfully complained about Germany’s lack of defense spending and cited this as a major reason behind his decision. Even with Germany’s pathetic levels of defense investment, removing these troops now would denigrate the s... more »
Tanks, Carriers, And Battleships, Oh My! The Soviet Military Never Got Its Desired Super Weapons
*Robert Farley* *Security, Asia* No single weapon could have saved the Soviet Union, but several might have shifted the contours of its collapse. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *The Soviet military combined grandiose vision and global aspiration with a defense-industrial base that had severe limitations. In some cases, these limitations produced remarkable weapons, such as the T-34 and the MiG-21. In other cases, the limitations precluded disastrous decisions, such as the giant heavy bombers, the huge battleships, and the giant tanks of the interwar period. For nearly seve... more »
Why a War With China Would Be a Terrible Thing
*Robert Farley* *Security, Asia* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2019%3Anewsml_RC23OD9RKHWN&share=true] World War III is best avoided. *Key Point: *A conflict between these two giants would risk going nuclear. Either way, the each side is high-tech and has the industrial might for a truly devastating conflict. The United States and China are inextricably locked in the Pacific Rim’s system of international trade. Some argue that this makes war impossible, but then while some believed World War I inevitable, but others similarly thought it imposs... more »
America's Cold War Endgame Plans Called For Nuking Both Russia And China
*Michael Peck* *Security, Americas* U.S. nuclear war plans called for the destruction of the Soviet Union and China as “viable societies.” *Here's What You Need To Remember: *Pentagon war plans already included the destruction of cities as a way to destroy the urban and industrial backbone. “This should result in greater population casualties in that a larger portion of the urban population may be placed at risk.” *More From The National Interest: * *Yes, America Has a ‘Ninja’ Missile * *How China Could Sink a U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier * *How the F-35 Stealth Fighter Almost... more »
After Brexit: Will the U.S.-UK Deal Get Tariffs Down to Zero?
*Simon Lester* *Politics, Europe* [image: NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg and Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson greet U.S. President Donald Trump at the annual NATO heads of government summit at the Grove hotel in Watford, Britain December 4, 2019. REUTERS/Peter Nicholls/Pool] "The secret is to have as much, be open and free as we can, given the political circumstances in each country." U.S.-UK trade talks are in progress, although conducting them over Zoom or Skype (or however they are doing it), rather than in person, is likely to slow things down. At a House Ways ... more »
Research: What Brazilians Listen to During Quarantine to Lighten Moods
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - A study by the Deezer streaming platform, with 11,000 people worldwide including 2,000 Brazilians, analyzed people's behavior during the novel coronavirus quarantine and the relationship of feelings to what has been listened to among songs, news, and podcasts. In Brazil, anxiety prevails. In every generation, this sentiment gets more than […] The post Research: What Brazilians Listen to During Quarantine to Lighten Moods appeared first on The Rio Times.
Brazil’s Share in Investment Funds Focused on BRICS Drops by Half
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Brazil's share in international funds are currently in free fall. In global funds, Brazil's asset share fell to only 0.2 percent in May from 0.4 percent in December 2019, according to a study by BTG Pactual, which considers data from the US consultancy EPFR, which monitors portfolios managing US$24 trillion. […] The post Brazil’s Share in Investment Funds Focused on BRICS Drops by Half appeared first on The Rio Times.
Ceará Becomes First State to Allow Blood Donations from Homosexual Men
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - When he tried to donate blood, administrator Rodrigo Benício Costa saw the initiative become an embarrassment. "They also asked if I was a homosexual. When I said yes, I didn't have to answer the questionnaire anymore. I was discarded from that answer on", he says. An ordinance of the Ministry […] The post Ceará Becomes First State to Allow Blood Donations from Homosexual Men appeared first on The Rio Times.
Champagne Bolsheviks
The Bored Children of Elites ‘The counter culture exists in the country, but it was never a matter of the poor vs. the rich. We see idiot children of the American ruling class, Champagne Bolsheviks and the phony oppressed play Jacobite for a while until they return to graduate school in the fall. […] The post Champagne Bolsheviks appeared first on Virtual Mirage.
The Importance Of Failure
Everybody fails. Imagine sitting in a classroom and being told at the beginning of the term that everyone in the class will fail. There would probably be a dash to the registrar’s office in order to drop the class. But, imagine again, that dropping the class is not an option. […]
Sunday morning music
Three days ago, Dame Vera Lynn died at the age of 103. She was a popular icon of the World War II era, beloved of millions of servicemen and civilians alike throughout the British Empire. If anyone could be said to be the people's voice of Britain during the war, I daresay her claim to that title is stronger than most - perhaps as strong, in its own way, as that of Winston Churchill. Her songs buoyed up hope in the darkest times of the war, inspired patriotism and resistance to the tyranny of the Axis powers, and accompanied soldiers on their way to victory. She had a popularity... more »
'You don't see that everyday': Six-metre whale spine found washed ashore in NSW
Beachgoers have been warned not to touch or remove any part of a large six-metre long whale backbone discovered washed ashore intact on the NSW far south coast.
Where are Victoria's coronavirus hotspots?
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The Australian Health Protection Principal Committee urges against travel to and from six local government areas in Victoria known to be hotspots for new COVID-19 cases after the state experienced its fifth day in a row of new coronavirus cases in the double digits.
Trump predicted a huge turnout for his comeback rally. He may have been tricked by TikTok teens
It was supposed to be the grand relaunch of the 2020 Trump election campaign, but even the President said his night was "average". Here's what happened in Tulsa.
Restrictions likely to continue easing across Australia despite Victorian surge
Despite a significant uptick in new coronavirus cases in Victoria, federal health authorities expect most states and territories to stay the course in easing restrictions.
Flying cars set to take to the skies in outback South Australia
Like a scene straight out of Mad Max, flying cars are set to grace the South Australian outback in Coober Pedy, where the original film was shot.
Man shot dead in Seattle CHOP zone
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A teenager is shot and killed inside Seattle's "Capitol Hill Occupied Protest" zone, set up during protests following the death of George Floyd last month.
'The safest place in Australia': Mark McGowan defends WA's hard border as road projects brought forward to boost jobs
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The West Australian Premier says the state is possibly the "safest place in the world" as a spate of road projects worth $223 million are brought forward in an attempt to boost jobs amid the pandemic.
Trump hits out at old enemies at Tulsa rally to smaller-than-expected crowds
Donald Trump held his first major rally since the coronavirus pandemic began, but lower-than-expected crowd numbers meant he cancelled plans to appear in an overflow area after the speech.
What Happens if China Declared an ADIZ in the South China Sea?
*Mark J. Valencia* *Security, Asia* "China may not find it necessary to declare an ADIZ over the South China Sea—or if it does, it may be largely restricted to non-disputed areas or be unenforced. In other words, the “sky would not fall.” The United States can help ensure that the “sky does not fall” by cutting back or ceasing all together its ISR probes targeting China’s defenses and particularly its nuclear submarines." In November 2013, when China surprised Japan, the United States, and the world by declaring an ADIZ in the East China Sea, analysts, media, and U.S. officials ... more »
Should Companies Pay Slavery Reparations?
*Luke Moffett* *Politics, * What is the legal position when it comes to slavery reparations and where is corporate liability likely to go from here? Two major British businesses have said they will make undisclosed payments to black and minority ethnic groups to atone for their past owners’ involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. Pub group Greene King and insurance broker Lloyd’s of London have both apologised for what they respectively call “inexcusable” actions and “indefensible wrongdoing”. This comes as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet has called ... more »
Be Not Afraid To Speak Freely - A Quotation by M.N. Hopkins
*Do not be afraid to speak freely, for how can you teach others if not through words.* *© ** 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*
Domestic Abusers Exploit Technology as a Weapon During Lockdown
*Alison J. Marganski, Lisa Melander* *Technology, * There are several ways to address COVID-19, technology and interpersonal violence. The coronavirus pandemic has driven much of daily life – work, school, socializing – online. Unfortunately, perpetrators of violence against women and girls are also increasingly turning to technology in response to the pandemic. Globally, violence against women and girls is a problem of pandemic proportions, with one in three experiencing an act of physical or sexual violence in her lifetime. Most of these acts of violence are perpetrated by in... more »
President Trump: 'They Don’t Make Money When We Aren’t Dropping Bombs'
A sitting US President just said “They don’t make money when we aren’t dropping bombs” “It’s called the military industrial complex.” Trump just made history again. pic.twitter.com/a9tFzuTnPZ — TruthHammer⭐️⭐️⭐️ (@TruthHammer888) June 21, 2020 *WNU Editor:* Yup!
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