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Another Blast at Power Plant in Iran- Sabotage?
*Reuters* *An explosion occurred at a power plant in Iran’s central Isfahan province on Sunday but there were no casualties, the official IRNA news agency reported.The blast was caused by the wear and tear of a transformer at the power plant in Islamabad, the managing director of the Isfahan power company told IRNA.Power was interrupted for two hours, he said.There have been several explosions and fires around Iranian military, nuclear and industrial facilities since late June.*
What's More Repulsive To You-- Republicans Switching To The Democratic Party Or Democrats Switching To The Republican Party?
Yesterday, a piece in the *Washington Post* by Erica Werner and Jeff Stein-- Trump administration pushing to block new money for testing, tracing, and CDC in upcoming coronavirus relief bill-- couldn't be more damaging to Trump's reelection campaign if it were designed specifically to do just that. With most of the country-- including big majorities or Democrats and independent voters-- now certain that Señor Trumpanzee can't handle the pandemic and is just making everything significantly worse-- defunding the efforts to competently confront it is both murderous and suicidal for T... more »
Brazil’s Ambassador Boycotts Event Honoring Marielle Franco in Paris
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The Brazilian Ambassador to France, Luis Fernando Serra, decided to cancel his attendance at an event in Paris with academics when he learned that there would be a tribute to City Councilor Marielle Franco, murdered in Rio in 2018. The information is included in internal . . . To read […] The post Brazil’s Ambassador Boycotts Event Honoring Marielle Franco in Paris appeared first on The Rio Times.
Brazil Could Have Covid-19 Vaccine for Priority Groups in First Quarter of 2021
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Ricardo Palacios, Medical Director of Clinical Research at the Butantan Institute, had never seen so much interest in his and his fellow scientists' work as the one that now has taken over the conversations with family and friends since the novel coronavirus The post Brazil Could Have Covid-19 Vaccine for Priority Groups in First Quarter of 2021 appeared first on The Rio Times.
Latin America Seeks Way Out of Economic Crisis
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Over these months of pandemic, Héctor Bárcena has spent all his savings. The 28-year-old Mexican hairdresser still owes rent for the months when his salon was closed. His second daughter was born in April, which added to his expenses. Bárcena, like many The post Latin America Seeks Way Out of Economic Crisis appeared first on The Rio Times.
Large country shutdowns do not necessarily save lives
“…there is little doubt that Sweden had more death per capita than it’s regional neighbors. However, that’s because they exposed more people with the idea of building herd immunity. In the meantime, it’s death rate has been lower than other … Continue reading →
Oxford Coronavirus Vaccine | Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine phase 1 trial data to be released on July 20
Oxford Coronavirus Vaccine | Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine phase 1 trial data to be released on July 20 | Health Tips and News https://www.timesnownews.com/health/article/oxford-astrazeneca-covid-19-vaccine-phase-1-trial-data-to-be-released-on-july/622199
Federal secret agents snatch protester, shoot another in the head in Portland, Oregon
Mark Pettibone snatched by camouflaged men who did not identify themselves and put in an unmarked van, blindfolded and taken to an unidentified location. Watch video below. Federal secret agents snatch protester, shoot another in the head in Portland, Oregon By Brenda Norrell Censored News Disappearing people on the street: Camouflaged, unidentified rogue men in unidentified vans,
Red Square Nebula: one of the most symmetrical celestial objects ever discovered
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The Red Square Nebula, located in the area of the sky occupied by MWC 922 in the Serpens constellation, is one of the most symmetrical celestial objects ever discovered. In 2019, scientists discovered that MWC 922 at the nebula's center emits a powerful jet. The...... Read more »
Could Leaving ‘Room for the River’ Help Protect Communities from Floods?
A pioneering Dutch strategy offers one way to respond to the increasing threat of flooding.
Playing the China BLAME Game – the PSYCHOlogy of the US!
By Rei Tanotsuka, 19 July 2020 “there can be no liberty for… Continue reading “Playing the China BLAME Game – the PSYCHOlogy of the US!”… The post Playing the China BLAME Game – the PSYCHOlogy of the US! appeared first on Asian Straight Shooter .
The Real ‘Russian Playbook’ is Written in English
I hadn’t given The Russian Playbook much attention until Susan Rice, Obama’s quondam security advisor, opined a month ago on CNN that “I’m not reading the intelligence today, or these days — but based on my experience, this is right out of the Russian playbook“. She was referring to the latest U.S. riots. by Patrick … Continue reading The Real ‘Russian Playbook’ is Written in English →
Time For A UK Carbon Tax?
By Paul Homewood An argument for carbon taxes from CAPX. (I should point out that Rachel Wolf acts as the secretariat for the Zero Carbon Commission, which includes Adair Turner and Bryony Worthington amongst its Commissioners. More worryingly, she co-wrote last year’s Conservative manifesto) There’s a belief shared by many of us lockdown […]
NSW introduces new 'border zone' with tighter restrictions for Victorians
NSW will introduce a strict border zone with Victoria — restricting travel for health, education and employment only — in response to the rising number of COVID-19 cases south of the border.
Panthers go top with win over Cowboys, Sharks thump Warriors
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Penrith beats the Cowboys to replace Parramatta on top of the ladder, after Cronulla thrashes the Warriors in Gosford.
Robbie Gray seals the deal for Port Adelaide, Demons down Hawks
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Port Adelaide nearly throws the game away against Carlton, but Robbie Gray saves the day after the siren and Melbourne takes care of a struggling Hawthorn in Sydney.
Is lab-grown meat the future of food?
Documentary on ‘clean meat’ fails to question the technology’s rationale and blindly accepts dubious claims made by its promoters
ICYMI: Vacation Edition (7/19)
The Institute staff and board of directors are headed for a corporate retreat in a place where the internet doesn't really reach, so things will be quiet here for a bit. But before I go, here's some reading for you to do. Sorry for all the paywalls today. There have been several recurriing themes in this week's coverage. For instance, lots of folks have noticed that Betsy DeVos's current stance on getting schools open, and using federal muscle to force it, appears to be a complete reversal of her long-held beliefs. Here's *Matt Barnum at Chalkbeat *with a pretty good take.* Erica Gr... more »
The coming man-made misery if the Green New Deal is enacted
Redistribution, Inefficiency and waste are no way to power the future. The post The coming man-made misery if the Green New Deal is enacted appeared first on CFACT.
Analyst: Political Unrest, Pandemic Could Lead to Drop in Foreign Investment in Brazil
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - For an emerging country such as Brazil, the ability to regain control of the economy after a crisis is very important for foreign investors to view the domestic market positively. The injection of The post Analyst: Political Unrest, Pandemic Could Lead to Drop in Foreign Investment in Brazil appeared first on The Rio Times.
Argentina Prints Pesos 24 Hours per Day, But Banknotes Are Lacking
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Argentina is experiencing money issues. Most of them are serious and widespread, such as the fiscal deficit and the loss of access to foreign credit . . . To read the full NEWS and much more, Subscribe to our Premium Membership Plan. Already Subscribed? Login Here Subscribe Login Here The post Argentina Prints Pesos 24 Hours per Day, But Banknotes Are Lacking appeared first on The Rio Times.
Turkey sent 3,800 Syrian mercenaries to Libya: Pentagon
[image: Turkey sent 3,800 Syrian mercenaries to Libya: Pentagon] BEIRUT, LEBANON (12:40 P.M.) – A new Pentagon report said that Turkey sent between 3,500 and 3,800 Syrian mercenaries to Libya during the first three months of this year. The report on anti-terrorism operations in Africa told the Pentagon, from which the Associated Press quoted excerpts, that Turkey provided funds and offered citizenship to thousands of fighters in exchange for participating in the conflict in Libya alongside forces loyal to the Government of National Accord (GNA) in Tripoli. Continue reading Turkey s... more »
Armenian army destroys 4 Azerbaijani armored vehicles: photo
[image: Armenian army destroys 4 Azerbaijani armored vehicles: photo] BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:45 A.M.) – The Armenian army recently delivered a powerful blow to the Azerbaijani forces, as new photos showed the aftermath of an Armenian attack on the former’s positions along the border. In a photo that has been widely shared on social media, four destroyed vehicles belonging to the Azerbaijani forces can be seen from an aerial image taken near the border of the two countries. “A day earlier it became known that Azerbaijan had already lost at least four tanks in the regions bordering with ... more »
Yemeni gov’t dealt major blow as Southern Council declares self-administration over Hadramaut
[image: Yemeni gov’t dealt major blow as Southern Council declares self-administration over Hadramaut] BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:40 A.M.) – On Saturday, the Southern Transitional Council announced its intention to implement the Declaration of Self-Administration in the Hadramaut Governorate of eastern Yemen, threatening a new escalation between the Council and the Yemeni government, at a time when the two parties are holding consultations in Saudi Arabia to implement the Riyadh Agreement. In a speech addressed during a demonstration called by the Council in the city of Mukalla, the cente... more »
Syrian elections are under way as citizens elect People’s Assembly members
[image: Syrian elections are under way as citizens elect People’s Assembly members] BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:00 A.M.) – On Sunday morning, Syrian state media reported that ballot boxes were opened to voters in all polling stations to elect members of the People’s Assembly for the third legislative round. The Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) announced that the Supreme Judicial Committee for Elections in Syria that the polls would be opened today, Sunday, all over Syria, to elect members of the People’s Assembly for the third legislative role. Continue reading Syrian elections are under way... more »
Egypt fires back at Turkey after Erdogan calls their potential intervention in Libya ‘illegal’
[image: Egypt fires back at Turkey after Erdogan calls their potential intervention in Libya ‘illegal’] BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:20 A.M.) – Egypt responded on Saturday, to the statements from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan yesterday, in which he said that Egypt’s steps in Libya are illegal. The Egyptian Foreign Ministry issued a statement saying, “Today, July 18, Ahmed Hafez, the official spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, expressed his amazement at the statements of some Turkish officials about the legitimacy of demanding elected and societal Libyan entities to suppor... more »
Iran on verge of activating massive new Russia-India trade corridor through Suez Canal
[image: Iran on verge of activating massive new Russia-India trade corridor through Suez Canal] The idea for the creation of a major transport corridor through Iran goes back the early 2000s, when Moscow, Tehran and New Delhi signed an agreement on a 7,500 km route to transport goods from India and Iran to Russia and Europe using a combination of maritime, overland and railway infrastructure. Earlier this month, the Chabahar Free Trade Zone Organisation’s director general Abdul Rahim Kordi outlined the benefits of the formation of a trade route between Mumbai, St. Continue reading ... more »
This DARPA Program Will Turn Every Novice Into A Super Sniper
*Kyle Mizokami* *Technology, Americas* You can hit moving targets with ease. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *EXACTO technology promises to revolutionize sniping. Snipers can now engage targets more quickly and with greater accuracy at longer ranges, allowing them to do their jobs more safely and efficiently. EXACTO is unaffected by sudden environmental changes, such as a sudden gust of wind. A guided bullet capable of hitting moving targets could be very useful against drones and unmanned aerial vehicles. One of the most challenging roles in ground units is that of a militar... more »
Fail: Why Iran's KH-2002 “Khaybar” Rifle Is No M-16
*Charlie Gao* *Security, Middle East* Teran likes to copy foreign weapons but doesn't always do a good job. *Key Point: *This weapon may look really fearsome, but it is a joke. Iranian watchers know this is not the first time something futuristic turned out to be a dud. The Iranian defense industry is known for making some eye-catching claims and prototypes. The KH-2002 “Khaybar” is one of those, a futuristic-looking bullpup that caught the eye of many foreign watchers. But by most accounts the rifle is terrible in almost every metric. Given that it’s based on the American M16, ... more »
Why Pakistan Loves Its Made In China Tanks (India Hates Them)
*Caleb Larson* *Security, Asia* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2002%3Anewsml_RP3DRIEJIQAA&share=true] Both countries work together to counter India. *Key Point: *Beijing has been known to sell a wide variety of weapons to its partners and allies. Here are the three imported tanks that Islamabad prizes. The Pakistan-China defense relationship has progressively deepened since Pakistan’s relationship with the United States began fraying in recent years. These two Chinese-derived tanks illustrate the Chinese-Pakistan arms relationship. *Al-Zarrar... more »
Greg Hunter, "Steering Towards a Cliff Edge"
*"Steering Towards a Cliff Edge"* By Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com "Chris Martenson is a futurist, economic researcher and holds a PhD in toxicology from Duke University. He is telling people to “brace for impact” because we are well beyond the point of no return economically and financially speaking. Martenson explains, “We are not doing anything except steering towards a cliff edge at this point in time. We had the 2008 financial crisis, and we should have learned a couple of lessons. We didn’t learn any lessons, and I think we have just enshrined these lessons into something th... more »
The Buffet (A Sunday Sermonette)
Here at Virtual Mirage we strive to provide something for everyone. A Polemic from an Old Man (the sermonette) Reliability matters. If you can’t be smart and you don’t want to be stupid, try to be reliable. Some people handle stress with yoga, meditation and long walks on the beach. I think that’s […] The post The Buffet (A Sunday Sermonette) appeared first on Virtual Mirage.
Couple Under House Arrest After Testing Positive For COVID-19
The post Couple Under House Arrest After Testing Positive For COVID-19 appeared first on OYE Alternative News.
Company Invests R$1 Billion in Rental-Only Apartments in São Paulo
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Picture renting an apartment where you need not be concerned with electricity, water, internet, and condominium bills: it is all included in a package paid monthly. No maintenance concerns either. If a light bulb burns out, the management will take care of its replacement. The property also comes equipped with […] The post Company Invests R$1 Billion in Rental-Only Apartments in São Paulo appeared first on The Rio Times.
At G20 Meeting, Brazil States That Anti-Virus Measures Represent Ten Percent of GDP
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The primary fiscal impact of the Brazilian program to assist the economy due to the crisis triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic amounts to almost ten percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), but the measures help to mitigate the negative impact on . . . To read the full NEWS […] The post At G20 Meeting, Brazil States That Anti-Virus Measures Represent Ten Percent of GDP appeared first on The Rio Times.
"No Change on the Way to No Cash"
*A must watch!* YouTube's compulsory ad placements cause video embedding problems here. If you get the Playback error please view it here: - https://www.youtube.com/ *"No Change on the Way to No Cash"* by Eric Peters "When people are terrified, it is hard for them to think – which probably explains why they seem unable to now. Can it possibly be a coincidence that as the number of “cases” endlessly reported is increasing, the amount of change available at stores is all of a sudden decreasing? Could the two be connected somehow? Is it credible that – all of a sudden and right now – th... more »
Locust Cloud in Argentina Worries Brazilian Farmers Again
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The locust cloud in Argentina is once again troubling farmers in southern Brazil. With higher temperatures, it is expected to reach The post Locust Cloud in Argentina Worries Brazilian Farmers Again appeared first on The Rio Times.
Oi’s Endless Crisis, Brazil’s Most Indebted Company
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The Oi crisis, one of the country's largest telecommunications carriers, began in June 2016, when it filed for bankruptcy protection when its debt reached the level of R$65 billion (US$13 billion). On Saturday, July 18th, part of the company's problems seem to have found . . . To read the […] The post Oi’s Endless Crisis, Brazil’s Most Indebted Company appeared first on The Rio Times.
TIM, Claro, and Telefônica Submit Joint Bid for Oi’s Mobile Business
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - TIM, Claro, and Telefônica Brasil (controller of Vivo) presented a joint offer for the purchase of bankrupt carrier Oi Group . . . To read the full NEWS and much more, Subscribe to our Premium Membership Plan. Already Subscribed? Login Here Subscribe Login Here The post TIM, Claro, and Telefônica Submit Joint Bid for Oi’s Mobile Business appeared first on The Rio Times.
Brazilian Indigenous Leader Chief Raoni Hospitalized With Digestive Bleeding
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The Raoni Institute announced through a note that Chief Raoni, hospitalized in Mato Grosso, was suffering from digestive bleeding. "He began presenting symptoms of dehydration eight days ago and was transferred from his village in the Capoto-Jarina Indigenous Territory to a hospital in Colíder on Thursday, July 16th. Due to […] The post Brazilian Indigenous Leader Chief Raoni Hospitalized With Digestive Bleeding appeared first on The Rio Times.
The 2003 Conquest of the Republic of Georgia
The Republic of Georgia is a small undeveloped Asian nation that was once part of the Soviet Union. It plays no role in the American economy or security yet was conquered by the American empire in 2003 when the CIA covertly organized a coup to establish a puppet government. Billions of dollars in American military […]
Fall of the Roman Empire with a Modern Cast
I knew who my enemy was when I saw the new American dream. I drove past third world decrepit cities, masses of ragged people with no homes. dispossed dying off in the broken streets. What does this say about the ‘greatest, fantastic, most incredible’ country ‘ever’ as Mr. Trump would have everyone believe? Perhaps that […]
God Within Us
Popular New Age thought postulates that everyone has a “god within.” It’s a pleasant way of saying that we’re all special while making “god” to be rather banal. But there is a clear teaching of classical Christianity regarding Christ-within-us, and it is essential to the Orthodox way of life. We […]
Why Iran Would Still Try to Defend Itself With American-Made F-14 Tomcats
*TNI Staff* *Security, Middle East* [image: Key Point: A war with Iran would be a terrible idea. America's military is better, but Iran would put up a fight and any nation-building would not be worth the cost. With the United States withdrawing from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action nuclear d] These old planes aren't much, but they are among the best Iran has. *Key Point: *A war with Iran would be a terrible idea. America's military is better, but Iran would put up a fight and any nation-building would not be worth the cost. With the United States withdrawing from the Joint... more »
Why Russia's KV Tank Was Just a Coffin Made of Steel
*Robert Beckhusen* *History, Europe* [image: By Bundesarchiv, Bild 101I-216-0412-07 / Klintzsch / CC-BY-SA 3.0, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=5410409] Moscow had many good tanks to crush Berlin, but the KV wasn't one of them. *Key Point:* The KV had potential but wasn't used right. Morever, they were too tall and easy to spot. A day after the German blitzkrieg into the Soviet Union in June 1941, more than 200 Nazi tanks were powering through Lithuania on a race northward to Leningrad. The Luftwaffe knocked out the Soviets’ nearby air bases, leav... more »
Coronavirus Innovation: Allowing Telemedicine to Save Rural Lives Is A Smart Idea
*Patricia Patnode* *Security, Americas* States have already taken important steps to streamline healthcare service. And when we eventually move past this pandemic, telehealth usage will be our new normal because of the infrastructure hospitals have built. It once was considered a bit taboo, but since we’ve entered our strange new coronavirus world, telehealth has been propelled from fringe to mainstream use. Right now, the goal is to keep patients at home and away from contagion points, and states and hospitals have allowed for expanded telehealth access. As it stands, we’re abso... more »
Israel's Nuclear Weapons: The Dirty Little Military Secret Everyone Knows About
*Caleb Larson* *Security, Middle East* Israel's nuclear weapons are the country's worst kept secret. *Key Point*: Enemies beware. Israel’s missile capabilities are perhaps among the most advanced in the Middle East. Through extensive aid from the United States and Europe, as well as collaboration in developing missiles, Israel has been able to nurture a mature domestic missile production capability that has been successful as exports. Most of Israel’s missiles are relatively short- to medium-range, they also have several missiles in the Jericho family that can reach out into the... more »
Nearly Half of This Allied Division Was Wiped Out in a Suicide Mission Against the Germans in Italy
*Daniel L. Davis* *History, Europe* [image: U.S. troops prepare to cross the Voltuma on board a rubber dinghy. Wikimedia.] Was it a blunder or a necessary sacrifice? *What You Need To Remember:* About half of the four thousand men of the 36th Division were killed, wounded, or captured in the desperate attack. With Hitler’s Germany in possession of most of continental Europe, Britain’s Prime Minister Winston Churchill pressed his American allies to increase the pressure on the Germans occupying Italy. Churchill had convinced the Allied Command to conduct a beach landing about sixt... more »
Sharks bounce back with thumping win over Warriors in Gosford
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Cronulla turns things around after last week's horror loss, thrashing the Warriors 46-10 at Gosford.
'A shock to our family': Grandfather of 10yo shark victim says family coming to terms with attack
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The grandfather of a 10-year-old boy who was pulled into the water by a shark while fishing says his grandson is in shock but recovering.
Robbie Gray has the Power, steals win from Carlton on siren
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Port Adelaide nearly throws the game away against Carlton, but a last throw of the dice ends up with Robbie Gray kicking the winner after the siren.
Do Not Give Up Hope Of A Better Tomorrow - A Quotation by M.N. Hopkins
*Do not give up hope of a better tomorrow even though your mind will tell you and for some of you will constantly tell you that this is not a possibility within the world of Mankind.* *©** 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*
Spectacular Double Meteor Shower Set to Put on a Dazzling Display – Eyes On The Skies
nemesis maturity Every year in late July, the Earth passes through the debris left by two comets. This year, both meteor showers peak on the same night. A celestial traffic jam may be on tap in July 28-29, as two meteor showers combine forces to put on a brilliant sky show. The Delta Aquarids meteor …
Fauci Fascism: Governments Should Use Maximum Force to Require Face Masks
Fauci Fascism: Governments Should Use Maximum Force to Require Face Masks Fauci Fascism: Governments Should Use Maximum Force to Require Face MasksToday on TRUNEWS, host and founder Rick Wiles discusses the timeline of lies by Dr. Anthony Fauci, who today advocated local leaders use force to make citizens to wear masks, when months ago he …
Maria Farmer, Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell - Cut From The Same Cloth?
This is an unpleasant post to write but I've been researching Maria Farmer, the kidnapped art student detained by Epstein and Maxwell in the Arizona Ranch and threatened with death by marksmen or... Although no trees were harmed during the creation of this post, a large number of electrons were greatly inconvenienced
US aluminium processor Alcoa dumps Australian supplier for overseas products
Australian construction Industry products manufacturer Adbri will lose $70 million in annual revenue from mid-2021 following a decision by US aluminium processor Alcoa to cancel a lime supply contract with the company after 50 years of uninterrupted service. Alcoa has decided to source its lime supply from offshore leaving Adbri to mitigate job losses in […]
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