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Military And Intelligence News Briefs -- September 21, 2020
Russian Topol inter-continental ballistic missiles are pictured during a rehearsal for the nation's annual May 9 Victory Day parade (file photo from The Daily Mail) *Reuters*:* Russia rejects U.S. terms, sees 'minimal' chance to extend New START nuclear pact* MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia sees minimal chances of extending the New START treaty with the United States - their last major nuclear arms pact - as it does not accept conditions set out by Washington, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov was quoted as saying on Monday. He spoke came after Marshall Billingslea, the U.S. Specia... more »
The Coming War with China (opinion)
There are a lot of publications, a lot of various authors, and not a little anxiety exists in Asia over the coming war with China. Everyone has a different take on things. With the US selling Taiwan naval mines, anti-shipping missiles and other defensive hardware systems, Red China seethes. They thought that they could bully […] The post The Coming War with China (opinion) appeared first on Virtual Mirage.
Desperate times call for desperate measures
Mrs. JP and I are hurting in a big way. Once again, there's too much month left at the end of the money and things are starting to get turned off. E.g. If I don't have $35 for my useless ISP, Netzero by the 24th, they'll immediately shut off our internet. That same day, I have a massive $110 monthly car insurance premium to pay down. If *that* doesn't get paid, I'll get the registration yanked. That means no blogging and no ability to drive to the store legally to buy food. I hate making these monthly appeals of late but with our rent, auto insurance, food and ev... more »
Switzerland Unveils Plans To Spend Billions On New Fighter Jets
Switzerland unveils plans to spend billions on new fighter jets to replace its ageing fleet of 30 F/A-18 Hornets which will go out of service in 2030 (pictured) *Daily Mail: **Who is their enemy? Notoriously neutral Switzerland unveils plans to spend billions on new fighter jets - despite not having fought a war in 200 years* * Many believe the country can't afford the war planes and doesn't need them * Voters will get their say on September 27 on whether the plans should go ahead * The aircraft would replace the country's fleet that will go out of service in 2030 Switzerland u... more »
Trump Directed Plot to Arrest Julian!
Julian’s extradition hearing resumed today with important witness testimony. A witness statement read today described President Trump’s involvement in the plan to evict and arrest Julian. Earlier in the day, the court heard expert testimony that devastates the prosecution’s case against Julian dealing with publishing unredacted material.
Attorney General In The US Virgin Islands Wants To Know The Names Of Every Passenger To Have Flown On Jeffrey Epstein's Aircraft
The subpoena demands the names and details of anyone who worked for the pilots, interacted with Epstein and passengers who travelled with him on the infamous 'Lolita Express' (pictured) *Daily Mail: **Names of EVERY passenger to have flown on Jeffrey Epstein's aircraft 'to be revealed "sparking panic among the pedophile's wealthy friends"'* * The Attorney General in the US Virgin Islands has subpoenaed his flight logs * Spanning from 1998 until his death last year, the logs show his passengers * Many famous people have previously been revealed to have flown with him Jeffrey Epstei... more »
Deutsche Bank Money Laundering Scandal Could Create Greatest Economic Crisis in History
The leak of the FinCEN Files over the weekend has rocked global markets and augurs a financial crisis of epic proportions as Deutsche Bank hovers over the precipice. The post Deutsche Bank Money Laundering Scandal Could Create Greatest Economic Crisis in History appeared first on MintPress News.
Study: Proper Levels of Vitamin D will Prevent COVID – Vaccine not Needed
Dr. Michael Holick, professor of medicine, physiology and biophysics at Boston University School of Medicine, is an expert on Vitamin D, and we have featured his work on Health Impact News in the past. Much of Dr. Holick's previous work on Vitamin D has been in the area of "brittle bone" diseases, which often lead to false charges of Shaken Baby Syndrome and wrongly accusing parents of committing child abuse based on radiology reports showing bone fractures that have healed in young children, who are basically Vitamin D deficient. A recent study conducted by Dr. Holick and his asso... more »
Covid-19 Coronavirus Cases Soar In The U.K.
*BBC:* *Covid-19: UK could face 50,000 cases a day by October without action - Vallance* The UK could see 50,000 new coronavirus cases a day by mid-October without further action, the government's chief scientific adviser has warned. Sir Patrick Vallance said that would be expected to lead to about "200-plus deaths per day" a month after that. It comes as the PM prepares to chair a Cobra emergency committee meeting on Tuesday morning, then make a statement in the House of Commons. On Monday, a further 4,368 daily cases were reported in the UK, up from 3,899. A further 11 peopl... more »
While the PerpZ are fussing about Masks and "social distancing"...emaciated grizzly was found dead on Smith Inlet in Central Coast of B.C.
The emaciated grizzly was found dead on Smith Inlet in Central Coast of B.C. *"When a grizzly dies of starvation it's not natural, it's a man-made disaster," said Jake and added that conservation officers and DFO need to buckle up and find out what is going on.* An emaciated grizzly was found dead Thursday on the B.C. Central Coast yesterday, sparking concern over the rest of the bear population and its food supply. The bear was found at Smith Inlet, about 60 kilometres north of Port Hardy in the traditional territory of the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw First Nation, by a Gwa'sala-'Nakw... more »
Uruguay blames administrative error for cannabis export confusion
Uruguayan authorities are blaming an administrative error for recent communication that medical cannabis shipments from the South American country to Israel would not be able to occur. On Sept. 16, the Israeli health authority notified domestic licensed producers via email that it planned to strengthen quality requirements for medical cannabis imports. The email, viewed by […] Uruguay blames administrative error for cannabis export confusion is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Manitoba weighs on-site cannabis consumption, but not for smoking
Manitoba’s provincial cannabis store regulator is considering a new type of cannabis business license that would allow on-site consumption of ingestible and topical marijuana products, but would not allow smoking or vaping. The proposed license type could open up new opportunities for cannabis entrepreneurs in the prairie province of 1.4 million people, where the government […] Manitoba weighs on-site cannabis consumption, but not for smoking is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Strombolian activity at Mount Etna, Italy
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Strombolian activity with sporadic ash emissions continues intermittently at Mount Etna's 'saddle crater' since around July 10, 2020. The image below shows strombolian activity at the newest crater, referred to as the 'cono della sella'...... Read more »
Support for U.S. Intelligence Continues, Despite Presidential Attacks and Concerns Over Transparency
An FBI police car (André Gustavo Stumpf, https://flic.kr/p/aeuaiM; CC BY 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/). The Chicago Council on Global Affairs recently published the results from the third round of an annual poll, sponsored by the University of Texas at Austin’s Intelligence Studies Project, which aims to shed light on Americans’ perceptions of the intelligence community. The data collected in 2019—including survey methodology and limited policy analysis—is available here. We discussed the survey’s baseline data from 2017 here, and the 2018 survey results her... more »
Prince Charles’ COVID Window Of Opportunity
By Paul Homewood h/t Philip Bratby/ Robin Guenier Charley Boy is at it again! The Prince of Wales has warned the climate crisis will "dwarf" the impact of coronavirus. In a recorded message, to be played at the virtual opening of Climate Week on Monday, Prince Charles said "swift and […]
China's Air Force Just Posted A Video Simulating an Attack on Guam with H-6K Bomber
*Peter Suciu* *Security, Asia* Why is Beijing releasing such a video? Is it meant to be a warning? A threat? Andersen Air Force Base, which is located in the United States territory of Guam, remains the most important U.S. airbase west of Hawaii and it is the only base in the Western Pacific that can permanently service U.S. heavy strategic bombers including the B-1B Lancer, B-2 Spirit and B-52 Stratofortress. It would be a crucial part of any American military operation in the event of war in Asia. It is for those reasons that the Chinese People's Liberation Army Air Force (P... more »
Trump’s Justice Nomination Could Determine the Election Results
*Rachel Bucchino* *Politics, Americas* With a second presidential term at stake, a deadly virus on the loose, and an economic crumble, Trump's pick could determine the outcome of the presidential election. The death of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg—yet another pivotal development in 2020—instantly erupted into a fight to fill her seat before the Nov. 3 presidential election, a battle that’s now an electoral issue, as President Donald Trump’s nominee could make or break his reelection bid. Trump said Monday that he’s narrowed the list of potential nominees, adding tha... more »
India Says it is Ready for War (With China)—Even in the Winter
*Peter Suciu* *Security, Asia* New Delhi and Beijing have seen their relationship deteriorate further over recent tensions. For several months a potential conflict has been brewing along the Line of Actual Control (LAC), the poorly demarcated border that separates Chinese and Indian-controlled territory along the Himalayas. It began in June when soldiers from the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) crossed the LAC and clashed with Indian forces in the Galwan Valley. That territorial transgression began a major escalation of tensions between the two most populous countries in ... more »
President Trump Rally for the American Worker – 5:00pm ET Livestream…
President Donald J. Trump will hold two campaign events today in Ohio. First by delivering remarks on fighting for the American worker in Vandalia, Ohio at 5:00pm EDT, then a Great American Comeback rally and peaceful protest event in in … Continue reading →
Did Chinese Virologist Dr. Li-Meng Yan Say COVID-19 Was Made in a Wuhan Lab?
It's not the first time the controversial doctor made such claims about the origin of the global pandemic.
Did Trump Say Mexicans Call Him a ‘Peachy Cool Arrow’?
This joke does not stem from an actual quotation.
Did Kamala Harris Prosecute Journalists Who Exposed Planned Parenthood?
Two people associated with the Center for Medical Progress entered several meetings with Planned Parenthood and the National Abortion Federation under the false company name Biomax.
Study: Proper Levels of Vitamin D will Prevent COVID – Vaccine not Needed
Dr. Michael Holick, professor of medicine, physiology and biophysics at Boston University School of Medicine, is an expert on Vitamin D, and we have featured his work on Health Impact News in the past. Much of Dr. Holick's previous work on Vitamin D has been in the area of "brittle bone" diseases, which often lead to false charges of Shaken Baby Syndrome and wrongly accusing parents of committing child abuse based on radiology reports showing bone fractures that have healed in young children, who are basically Vitamin D deficient. A recent study conducted by Dr. Holick and his asso... more »
What Is the McConnell Rule?
There are only so many ways to defend behaviors alleged to violate a political or constitutional norm. You can, for instance, argue that the other side’s wrongdoing justifies or excuses an otherwise impermissible response. You can argue that extraordinary circumstances or considerations warrant a temporary departure from the norm. Or you can argue that your behavior does not in fact violate the norm, once the behavior or the norm is properly (re)described. Over the past few days, Republican politicians and pundits have cycled through each of these argument types in defending t... more »
A Man Is Only As Good As His Word? So How Do Closet Cases, Like Lindsey Graham Survive In Electoral Politics?
I'm gay. When I realized it, I was living in Amsterdam. I went to a psychologist and told him. He looked at me oddly and said, basically, "So? You need me to give you the addresses of gay bars?" Then I flew to the U.S., for my first visit back home in 4 years, to tell my mother. Her response was to tell me I couldn't borrow her wigs. Years later my first corporate job was working for a gay man. My sexuality never held back my career and I rose to be president of the parent company. I'm glad I never went down the closet road. People in closets live a life reflexively and usually ... more »
US Department of Justice Designates 3 US Cities As 'Anarchist Jurisdictions'
U.S. Attorney General William Barr (Bob Christie/AP) *Daily Mail:* *Bill Barr's Justice Department brands New York, Portland and Seattle as 'anarchist jurisdictions' and face losing billions for failing to maintain law and order* * The Justice Department issued a memo naming the three cities * It says they 'have permitted violence and destruction of property to persist and have refused to undertake reasonable measures to counteract criminal activity' * New York is getting $7 billion in grants in 2021 * All three cities are run by local governments under Democratic control * Comes ... more »
Forget Venus: Did We Already Find Life on Mars in the 1970s?
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *History, Americas* [image: Reuters] NASA has continued to say that the search for alien life is a high priority and has plans to eventually send astronauts to Mars. The search for life in our solar system received a major boost recently when phosphine gas was detected in the hot, poisonous atmosphere of Venus. The reason for the excitement is that here on Earth, this particular gas can be made naturally by some species of anaerobic bacteria—organisms that live in the oxygen-starved environments of landfills and even the guts of animals. If such signs of l... more »
No Combat, No Problem: How This Repair Ship Served in Both World Wars
*Warfare History Network* *History, Americas* [image: By U.S. Navy photo 80-G-19933 - This media is available in the holdings of the National Archives and Records Administration, cataloged under the National Archives Identifier (NAID) 306551., Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=16] The USS Vestal was a noncombat ship that was damaged at Pearl Harbor, but went on to serve with distinction. *Key point: *This ship helped keep the U.S. fleet afloat and fighting. It was an aging ship by the time the Second World War started, but it was fixed and did its pa... more »
Strange History: Did FDR Try to Get American Ships Attacked to Let Him Declare War?
*Warfare History Network* *History, Asia* [image: By Unknown author - National Archives Photograph 80-G-1034878 Appears in US Naval Historical Center biography of USS Ashevillehttps://www.history.navy.mil/our-collections/photography/numerical-list-of-images/nhhc-series/nh-series/80-G-1034000/80-G-1034878] We're actually not talking about Pearl Harbor, but about another incident. *Key point: *Debate remains over the President's orders to send three small gunboats into possible harms way. Where they meant to get attacked and trigger a wider war? As he read the decrypt of the radiog... more »
US money in combating ISIS in Philippines according to watchdog has done little to help
$278 Million U.S. Operation to Combat ISIS in Philippines Has Made Little Difference Judicial Watch Corruption Chronicles August 14, 2020 The U.S. government has invested hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars and other valuable military resources on a failed initiative to help the Philippines combat terrorism and the money and equipment keep flowing. The program is known as Operation Pacific Eagle–Philippines (OPE-P) and its goal is to rid the impoverished southeast Asian country of a growing force of Islamic extremists. Known as Islamic State of Iraq and Syria-East Asia (ISIS-EA)... more »
CDC's Forked Tongue: Flip-Flops (Again) On Covid Testing
The CDC can't seem to get it straight. Wear a mask, don't wear a mask; get tested, don't get tested. No matter how contradictory or plain silly is their advice, it's all based on "science," they claim. Will the latest flip-flop further undermine their credibility? Plus in today's program: Health workers LESS likely to get infected? And...Texas governor kicks Texas bars in the teeth. Watch today's Liberty Report: [image: undefined]
‘Waste is only Waste when you Waste it’ – Could Ecobricks be the Solution to Uganda’s Housing and Pollution Problem?
Global Issues News Headlines - 8 hours ago
MPIGI/MUKONO/KAMPALA, Uganda, Sep 21 (IPS) - About 40 kilometres out of Uganda's capital, Kampala, in the Mpigi area, you can find an entire village hill with houses that have plastic bottles walls and car tyre rooftops. Read the full story, “‘Waste is only Waste when you Waste it’ – Could Ecobricks be the Solution to Uganda’s Housing and Pollution Problem?”, on globalissues.org →
Simian Mobile Disco - Audacity of Huge
I can't be doing with writing anything tonight, so here's a tune instead. Crank it up.
Are we really up to the task?
*MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2020* *The endless roads not taken:* In what world can a presidential election occur without anyone citing the data shown below? Without anyone asking the commander in chief to explain these numbers? *Deaths from Covid-19, September 10-16:* United States: 6,258 Germany: 30 In what universe can those numbers exist without anyone citing them? In what world can President Trump praise his handling of the virus without George Stephanopoulos asking him about those remarkable numbers? In what world can that exist? In the largely Potemkin world we're all living ... more »
RIT Names New Dean of Health Sciences and Tech College
Rochester Institute of Technology named Dr. Yong “Tai” Wang dean of the College of Health Sciences and Technology, according to a RIT officials. Wang will begin his new position in January. Wang is currently dean and endowed chair of the Drs. Lee Roy and Lucy Mathis College of Nursing and Health Sciences at the University […]
Lincoln Board of Trustees Reappoints President With Five-Year Term Following Legal Dispute
After nearly two months of legal dispute, Lincoln University’s board of trustees unanimously voted Saturday to keep Dr. Brenda A. Allen as university president for a new five-year term, effective July 1, 2020, The Philadelphia Tribune reported. Lincoln University of Pennsylvania is one of the U.S.’s oldest historically Black colleges and universities. A Chester County judge […]
Voter Suppression During COVID-19
Since the United States’ founding, our elections have been fraught with fraud, abuses of power, and the suppression of particular voices. After the enactment of the 15th amendment, which granted the right to vote to former slaves and people of color, numerous measures were put forth to suppress the votes of communities of color. In recent decades, such efforts have come in the form of strict voter ID laws, cuts to early voting days, and purges of voter rolls, to name a few.
Amid Pandemic, Virginia Tech Moved Forward With Hybrid Approach
As Virginia Tech University approached its Aug. 24 planned hybrid opening of the fall semester, the institution’s leaders were closely monitoring COVID-19 outbreaks and responses on other campuses as well as assessing their own situation.
Researchers Receive Grant to Study STEM Pathways for African American Males
Researchers at The Ohio State University, the University of Florida, and the National Academy Foundation have been awarded a nearly $1.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for their project, “Facilitating Pathways to Success for High-Achieving Pre-Collegiate African American Males in STEM,” according to an Ohio State University press release. The grant will be […]
UC San Diego Launches Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies Program
UC San Diego will run a new program in Asian American and Pacific Islander studies starting in the fall, according to university officials. It will offer UC San Diego’s first minor in Asian American and Pacific Islander studies. The program is in the Institute of Arts and Humanities, where 14 other programs – including African […]
162 House Democrats Vote Against Antisemitism Amendment to Rights Bill
[image: 162-house-democrats-vote-against-antisemitism-amendment-to-rights-bill] Representative Virginia Foxx (R-N.C.) proposed an amendment to H.R. 2574 adding “anti-Semitism” as a form of discrimination, but 162 Democrats in the House voted against it.
Communist Chinese Media Lauds “1619 Project”
[image: communist-chinese-media-lauds-1619-project] An opinion piece released Saturday on the Chinese state-controlled media outlet China Global Television Network (CGTN) has come out strongly in favor of the *New York Times’* rewriting of U.S. history, the 1619 Project.
Impeachment, but No Government Shutdown, in Pelosi’s Quiver
[image: impeachment-but-no-government-shutdown-in-pelosi-s-quiver] House Speaker Nancy Pelosi told George Stephanopoulos she thinks she can stop President Trump from replacing deceased Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Communists Are Using the Election as a Cover for Revolution
[image: communists-are-using-the-election-as-a-cover-for-revolution] American communist activists, typified by Bob Avakian, are hoping a Biden victory in November will help usher in their revolution.
Why Charcoal Lemonade is The New Way to Detox (with recipe)
While browsing local news, a picture of a completely black drink popped up. A local Metro Detroit juice bar posted a new addition to their menu – activated charcoal lemonade. Lynn Domzalski of “Beyond Juice” said that this drink gained popularity this year, especially in California and New York, and Metro Detroit customers have been asking for its addition to the menu. A $9 drink contains charcoal, apple, lemon, ginger, cinnamon, lime, mint, maple syrup, and filtered water. Because the juice used is 100% fresh and unpasteurized, the drink needs to be refrigerated for up to 3 days. ... more »
Trump signs order to sanction entities, persons who assist Iran’s weapons trade – O’Brien
[image: Trump signs order to sanction entities, persons who assist Iran’s weapons trade – O’Brien] US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to severely sanction nations, companies and individuals for selling or supplying Iran with weapons, National Security Adviser Robert O’Brien said on Monday. “The President signed just moments ago in the Oval Office an executive order this morning, which will resolve in severe economic sanctions for those nations, corporations and individuals who contribute to the supply, the sale or the transfer of conventional arms to the Islamic Rep... more »
Iran’s fighting a ‘bloodless war’ against the US: official
[image: Iran’s fighting a ‘bloodless war’ against the US: official] BEIRUT, LEBANON (7:00 P.M.) – An Iranian official said on Monday that his country is currently involved in a “bloodless war” against the U.S., as the two foes continue to combat one another at a diplomatic level. According to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), Iranian Oil Minister Bijan Zanganeh, said that the United States is waging a war against Iran, imposing sanctions on the Islamic Republic’s exports of crude oil. The Iranian minister said, “Today, Iran is still fighting a war. Continue reading Iran’s fig... more »
Moscow regrets US taking steps to militarize space – Russian Foreign Ministry
[image: Moscow regrets US taking steps to militarize space – Russian Foreign Ministry] Moscow regrets that the United States is taking steps to militarize space; measures are needed to prohibit any deployment of weapons there, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin said on Monday. “We saw and heard statements, unfortunately, of US representatives and their allies that they would like to do something in terms of the military use of space. We believe that, of course, we need a document that would give us international legal guarantees that weapons of any kind will not be pu... more »
US announces sanctions on Iran’s Ministry of Defense – Pompeo
[image: US announces sanctions on Iran’s Ministry of Defense – Pompeo] The United States on Monday imposed sanctions on Iran’s Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics, along with the country’s Defense Industries Organization, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said. “Today, I will take the first action under this new executive order by sanctioning the Iranian Ministry of Defense and Armed Forces Logistics, and Iran’s Defense Industries Organization and its director,” Pompeo said. Russia had previously called out the United States for the restoration of sanctions against Iran. ... more »
Iraq intends to buy weapons from France
[image: Iraq intends to buy weapons from France] BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:20 P.M.) – Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said on Monday, that Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi will ask France during his upcoming visit to France to buy weapons from them. The minister said that “there is a French desire to strengthen relations with Iraq, matched by an Iraqi desire to strengthen relations with them.” Hussein added that “there are economic projects that have been put forward and have obtained initial approval, so that French companies implement these projects in order to help Iraq, and they ar... more »
US sanctions Venezuela’s Maduro over UN arms embargo on Iran – Pompeo
[image: US sanctions Venezuela’s Maduro over UN arms embargo on Iran – Pompeo] US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Monday announced sanctions against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro for allegedly defying the United Nations arms embargo imposed on Iran. “We’re also sanctioning the previous president of Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro,” Pompeo said in a press conference. “For nearly two years, corrupt officials in Tehran had worked with the illegitimate regime in Venezuela to flout the UN arms embargo.” Venezuela has increased ties with the Islamic Republic of Iran in recent months d... more »
US military expert talks about war scenario with Russian military
[image: US military expert talks about war scenario with Russian military] BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:00 P.M.) – In an article in the National Interest magazine, the American military expert, Chris Osborne, evaluated the United States’ chances in the event of a ground war with Russia. The writer pointed out that the Russian armed forces have 12,000 tanks, which is twice what the United States has, stating that the data presents several possibilities in a wide-scale ground war. The expert considered that the prediction of the likely outcome of the collision is complicated by the absence of d... more »
A Guide To Journalists And Organizations Covering Assange Trial For Those Upset About Lack Of Media Coverage
Diagnosing why establishment media institutions are not covering WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's extradition trial in London has become increasingly widespread among persons known for their political commentary. But here is a list of individuals and organizations reporting on Assange extradition trial, despite an establishment media blackout. The post A Guide To Journalists And Organizations Covering Assange Trial For Those Upset About Lack Of Media Coverage appeared first on Shadowproof.
From Mass Incarceration to Plan Colombia: Biden’s Role in the Failed War on Drugs
Former vice president Biden has a sordid history of opposing progressive criminal justice legislation, spearheading draconian police and immigration measures, and playing a central role in waging America's failed war on drugs. The post From Mass Incarceration to Plan Colombia: Biden’s Role in the Failed War on Drugs appeared first on MintPress News.
Top 1% Responsible for Double the Carbon Emissions of Bottom Half: Oxfam
If the wealthiest ten percent of society continue to live as they do, the world’s entire carbon budget will be blown by 2033, even if all other emissions drop to zero. The post Top 1% Responsible for Double the Carbon Emissions of Bottom Half: Oxfam appeared first on MintPress News.
Pompeo Announces Funding for Welfare, Healthcare and Indigenous Support. In Venezuela
The sweeping $348 million aid package, which includes funding for healthcare, direct cash assistance, and even psychosocial support, runs in stark contradiction to a long-held US policy of sanctions on Venezuela. The post Pompeo Announces Funding for Welfare, Healthcare and Indigenous Support. In Venezuela appeared first on MintPress News.
‘Climate arson’ and other wildfire nonsense
“These ferocious fires are fueled by the unprecedented increase in combustibles that radical environmentalist policies have created.” – Paul Driessen ____________ “As wildfires continue to rage across forests in California, Oregon, Washington and other western states – and some politicians (not surprisingly) try to politicize the fires, by blaming them on manmade climate change – ... Read more ‘Climate arson’ and other wildfire nonsense The post ‘Climate arson’ and other wildfire nonsense appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Where’s Your Planet?
COVID “cases” and the coming U.S. election seem to have dominated the news nearly everywhere. Presumably that will be so for another two months, at least. After a few months of hiatus, partly out of laziness, other commitments, or lack of interesting material (his words, not mine), Dr. Klaus L.E. Kaiser has started writing again ... Read more Where’s Your Planet? The post Where’s Your Planet? appeared first on Ice Age Now.
This Veteran Survived When His Aircraft Carrier Caught Fire
*Warfare History Network* *Middle East, Asia* [image: By Unknown - U.S. Navy photo 19-N-43702, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=118696] Such a harrowing tale of valor and danger was typical for the horrific battles of the Pacific. *Key point: *Light carriers served an important role in providing convoy escort and additional power projection. Here is this veteran's account of the end of the USS *Princeton*. The 13,000 ton *Independence*-class aircraft carrier USS *Princeton*, which was commissioned on February 25, 1943, quickly became known as the ... more »
Huge Mistake: Why Did Imperial Japan Choose War?
*Warfare History Network* *History, Asia* [image: By Unknown author - Osaka Asahi Shimbun published a poster version on Nov 6, 1935 (Showa 10), Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2111190] It looks like Tokyo ignored its own many military and strategic short comings. *Key point: *Tokyo's warplanners mistakenly thought that Washington would demoralized and sue for peace. However, they did not think through what a longer war would take to win. Planning a war requires assumptions. However, there should be as few assumptions as possible, otherwise one can ... more »
Why This World War II P-38 Pilot Was So Famous
*Warfare History Network* *History, Americas* [image: By U.S. Air Force - https://media.defense.gov/2004/Mar/12/2000593925/-1/-1/0/021001-O-9999G-005.JPG, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=4012931] Major Richard Ira Bong was one of the finest ever to fight for his country. *Key point: *There were several great American pilots and warplanes. But the combination of the P-38 with Major Bong was legendary. Without dispute, the P-38 was the airplane of the aces. While other fighter types had their share of aces, the P-38 was flown by most of the top scor... more »
Battleship Royale: Inside the Battle of Guadalcanal
*Warfare History Network* *History, Americas* [image: By U.S. Navy - Official U.S. Navy photo 80-G-30198 from the U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=380573] The fight did not go easily, but it made an important difference in later battles. *Key point: *The battle was a tactical American victory. Ultimately, Tokyo lost more ships and trained pilots. November 13, 1942, was a Friday, which sailors aboard the cruiser USS *San Francisco* noted with anxiety. The ship had already had some bad luck the day before, whe... more »
Neoliberal obesity and coronavirus in Mexico
bilaterals.org - 9 hours ago
21-Sep-2020 American capital brought high rates of chronic disease to Mexico which has led to a surging COVID-19 death toll.
US tells Kenya to publicly support Israel or forget free trade deal
bilaterals.org - 9 hours ago
21-Sep-2020 The US indicates that the deal with Kenya should, with respect to commercial partnerships, discourage actions that prejudice or discourage business between the US and Israel.
Unions insist they must be consulted on trade deals
bilaterals.org - 9 hours ago
21-Sep-2020 Unions in the UK, Australia and New Zealand have joined forces to call for decent jobs and workers' rights to be protected under any deals on trade.
Pourquoi la France est toujours opposée au projet d'accord UE-Mercosur
bilaterals.org - 9 hours ago
21-Sep-2020 La France a affirmé son opposition à l'accord commercial entre l'Union européenne et les pays du Mercosur (Brésil, Argentine, Uruguay et Paraguay) sous sa forme actuelle.
France says opposes EU-Mercosur trade deal over deforestation concerns
bilaterals.org - 9 hours ago
21-Sep-2020 France remains opposed to a free trade deal in its current proposed form between the EU and South American countries due to “major” concerns about deforestation in the region, the government said.
We must defeat the US trade deal
bilaterals.org - 9 hours ago
21-Sep-2020 Food standards, the price of medicine and climate action are on the slab in the biggest assault on Britain's sovereignty in modern history.
Judge Agrees To Delay US Government Restrictions on WeChat
A judge has approved a request from a group of U.S. WeChat users to delay looming federal government restrictions that could effectively make the popular app nearly impossible to use.
Fr. James Altman: You Cannot Be Catholic (or Christian) and a Democrat. Period...
* truth.* *What follows applies to all people who consider themselves Christians.* Back in June, my good friend and unofficial spiritual advisor, *Lone Star Parson*, had a post on the *Feast of the Holy Trinity*, and I cringe when I think of my arrogantly ignorant cringe-worthy comment. I said something to the effect that I didn't give the Trinity much thought. I just accepted it as a fact and that was that. *LSP,* in his wisdom, did not virtually smack me upside the head for being a doofus. He kindly suggested that an understanding (as best mortal man can understand a mystery... more »
Another Argument For Eradication Of Aedes Aegypti: The Viruses They Spread Are Linked To Stroke
A new study shows there is even more reason to worry about the Zika and chikungunya viruses and the pests that spread them; increased risk of neurological diseases like stroke. read more
History of U.S. Offshore Oil Drilling
The exploration history of the U.S. offshore oil and natural gas industry began in the Pacific Ocean at the end of… The post History of U.S. Offshore Oil Drilling appeared first on IER.
Ginsburg's legal victories for women led to landmark anti-discrimination rulings for the LGBTQ community, too
Penny Venetis, Clinical Professor of Law, Director of the International Human Rights Clinic, Rutgers University Newark at Politics/Election '20 – The Conversation - 9 hours ago
Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death sparked many tributes to her work ending sex discrimination against women. That work also paved the way for successes in the fight for equal rights for the LGBTQ community.
Mainstream US reporters silent about being spied on by apparent CIA contractor that targeted Assange
Max Blumenthal September 18, 2020 Despite being spied on and having their privacy invaded by the UC Global firm that targeted Assange, reporters from major US news outlets have said nothing in protest. Meanwhile, new evidence of that firm’s CIA links has emerged. A Spanish security firm apparently contracted by US intelligence to carry out … Continue reading Mainstream US reporters silent about being spied on by apparent CIA contractor that targeted Assange →
Global banks defy U.S. crackdowns by serving oligarchs, criminals and terrorists – ICIJ
September 20, 2020 icij.org Secret U.S. government documents reveal that JPMorgan Chase, HSBC and other big banks have defied money laundering crackdowns by moving staggering sums of illicit cash for shadowy characters and criminal networks that have spread chaos and undermined democracy around the world. The records show that five global banks — JPMorgan, HSBC, … Continue reading Global banks defy U.S. crackdowns by serving oligarchs, criminals and terrorists – ICIJ →
Former NRA Second-In-Command Calls For Red Flag Laws, Universal Background Checks In New Book — Libertarian Hub
Originally posted on Liberty & Freedom: The former National Rifle Association (NRA) second-in-command is set to release a book next week that will call for various gun control proposals and slam the organization’s leadership, according to a Thursday New York Times report. Joshua Powell, who was terminated from the group in the beginning of the…
What happened to “No FFL Required”
Originally posted on Liberty & Freedom: A true mystery. The National Firearms Act was enacted in 1934 , the Gun Control Act was enacted in 1968. Even these two blatant violations of the Second Amendment did not prohibit the direct sale rifles made before 1900 or so from being sold directly to American’s until, suddenly,…
Political Parties Positions on Gun Control in America.
Originally posted on Liberty & Freedom: We all know that the Democrat Party favors all gun control laws, including confiscation. Most people know that the Republican Party does nothing to protect the Second Amendment. Some people know that President Trump holds the record for prosecuting more people for violations of the federal governments gun laws…
Why Trump is Justified & Right in Choosing a New Supreme Court Judge NOW
Sentimental Statements on “Honoring” Ginsberg are Misplaced By Kelly OConnell —— Bio and Archives—September 20, 2020 The battle to replace iconic 87-year-old Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg went white-hot as soon as she passed. Angry arguments against Trump’s immediate replacement now fill the airwaves. But Trump has a legal right to replace Ginsburg now. Since Democrats … Continue reading Why Trump is Justified & Right in Choosing a New Supreme Court Judge NOW →
Who pays for the damage brought by Black Lives Matter/Antifa?
Question: What American political entity has that relationship to BLM/Antifa? Answer: The Democrat National Committee, et. al. And you might as well sue Mao. By Lee Cary —— Bio and Archives—September 20, 2020 Three posts from July 23-August 8, from this author, compare China’s Cultural Revolution to Black Lives Matter/Antifa. The series began with: “The … Continue reading Who pays for the damage brought by Black Lives Matter/Antifa? →
‘Climate arson’ and other wildfire nonsense
Real goal is to avoid responsibility for policies, and increase control over energy, lives, property By Paul Driessen —— Bio and Archives—September 20, 2020 In what has become an annual summer tragedy, wildfires are again destroying western US forests. Millions of acres and millions of animals have been incinerated, hundreds of homes reduced to ash … Continue reading ‘Climate arson’ and other wildfire nonsense →
Whatfinger News: Leading the Battle To Save America From Socialism
Drudge and the Fake News industry,seems intent on destroying the GREATEST President of our lifetime. We all know the battle that is ahead…. It’s fight time… Let us all fight with our keyboards and spread the word. By Judi McLeod —— Bio and Archives—September 20, 2020 In the midst of gruelling Election Campaign Blues where … Continue reading Whatfinger News: Leading the Battle To Save America From Socialism →
Why the Left loathes Tucker Carlson
Fox News host reports that Nashville’s Democrat mayor was caught red-handed intentionally obstructing economic recovery By John Eidson —— Bio and Archives—September 20, 2020 Using absurd claims that Tucker Carlson is a racist, white supremacist, bigot, etc., etc., etc., the Left has furiously attempted to have his prime-time Fox News show taken off the air. … Continue reading Why the Left loathes Tucker Carlson →
Don't let SCOTUS issues obscure the real economic threat to America
With all the fuss and bother over whether President Trump should nominate a replacement Justice to the Supreme Court, and whether the Senate should hold a confirmation vote, it's easy to lose sight of the real danger threatening us right now. John Mauldin puts it in perspective. The point now is that many Americans are living unemployment check to unemployment check. It’s easy to forget that the enhanced unemployment benefits helped more than the unemployed people. In many cases, the “recipients” were simply conduits. They received money from the government and immediately sent it... more »
Collins, Murkowski will support confirmation vote before the election if nominee is a ‘McCain Republican’
Senator Susan Collins of Maine and Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska have been privately suggesting to colleagues that they would support a confirmation vote for President Donald J. Trump‘s Supreme Court nominee if he selects a “John McCain Republican“. The
Dismissed Captain Of The USS Theodore Roosevelt Claims He Knew He Was Likely Ending His Military Career Over Covid-19 Email
USS Theodore Roosevelt finally arrives back in San Diego after seven months at sea, a COVID outbreak and an ousted captain. In a witness statement made in May Capt. Brett Crozier said that he knew he could possibly end his career with a letter to top brass about the outbreak *Daily Mail*: *Acting commander of USS Theodore Roosevelt aircraft carrier blames Donald Trump for sacking of captain Brett Crozier over coronavirus email - and says it was like 'dropping a nuclear bomb' on the crew* * Navy Capt. Brett Crozier, 50, said that he knew the 'red flare' letter warning about the coro... more »
Scores of temperature records smashed as cold blast sweeps through Eastern U.S.
The Watchers » Latest articles - 10 hours ago
Dozens of temperature records were smashed or tied across the Eastern U.S. over the weekend as a shot of cold air swept through the region, weeks ahead of the average for much of the area. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued frost advisories and freeze...... Read more »
Taiwan Says It Will 'Definitely Fire Back' If Fired Upon By China
Taiwan Defense Ministry photo shows an Chinese People's Liberation Army Air Force H-6 bomber intercepted by Taiwanese fighters on Friday. © Ministry of National Defence *Reuters:* *Taiwan military says it has right to counter attack amid China threats* TAIPEI (Reuters) - Taiwan said on Monday its armed forces have the right to self-defence and counter attack amid “harassment and threats”, in an apparent warning to China, which last week sent numerous jets across the mid-line of the sensitive Taiwan Strait. Tensions have sharply spiked in recent months between Taipei and Beijing, ... more »
Taiwan's President Says 40 Chinese Warplanes Breach The Taiwan Strait Median Line On Friday And Saturday
*CNN:* *Almost 40 Chinese warplanes breach Taiwan Strait median line; Taiwan President calls it a 'threat of force'* Hong Kong (CNN)Taiwan's President has accused Beijing of purposefully inflaming tensions in East Asia, after Chinese warplanes crossed the sensitive median line across the narrow strait that separates the mainland and the self-governing island almost 40 times on Friday and Saturday. Taken together, the repeated incursions, which came from multiple directions and involved a combination of sophisticated fighter jets and heavy bombers, is without modern precedent and m... more »
Policy Proposals that all Patriots need to be pushing for
The Heritage Foundation posted as of August 7 a list of proposals and resource films or news letters that are helpful. But it is also extremely important that every citizen in every state over the next two months follows very closely what is happening in their legislature — even if someone believes they don’t have time. The reason is obvious. There is still plenty of time for Democrat run state legislatures to sneak in voting laws that can’t be stopped before the date of the General Election. Those laws without doubt would affect our constitutional rights, our laws, and who … Contin... more »
Monday Morning Links
Miscellaneous material to start your week. - David MacDonald examines how millions of Canadians could suffer from being pushed off of the CERB onto EI - both in lost or reduced supports, or more onerous requirements to receive any relief. Kathleen Harris reports on the continuing lack of sufficient programs for people with disabilities. And Zak Vescera and Alex MacPherson follow up on the Moe government's choice to turn federal emergency benefits into a provincial cash cow, including by requiring existing benefit recipients to apply separately both for the CERB for renewed provin... more »
Cannabis REIT makes $56.4 million deal to acquire Florida property
Add another cannabis property to Innovative Industrial Properties’ portfolio after the San Diego-based real estate investment trust (REIT) closed a potentially $56.4 million deal to acquire and lease back a marijuana facility in Florida. IIP is acquiring the property in Lakeland, Florida, from Atlanta-based multistate cannabis operator Parallel. Formerly known as Surterra Wellness, Parallel still […] Cannabis REIT makes $56.4 million deal to acquire Florida property is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Pressure on Brazil’s Economy Minister Rises with Freezing of ‘Renda Brasil’
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Political and ideological clashes are part of the daily life of any government. During President Fernando Henrique Cardoso's second term, there were clashes within the economic team between developmental and monetarist groups. On the one hand, there were those who favored public spending as an economic incentive and, on the […] The post Pressure on Brazil’s Economy Minister Rises with Freezing of ‘Renda Brasil’ appeared first on The Rio Times.
Red Flag: Ontario’s Green Energy Debacle
Babatunde Williams writes at Spiked Ontario’s green-energy catastrophe. Excerpts in italics with my bolds A transition to renewables sent energy prices soaring, pushed thousands into poverty and fueled a populist backlash. In February 2009, Ontario passed its Green Energy Act (GEA). It was signed a week after Obama’s Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act in the […]
SDGs: It’s Not Just About Collecting Data, it’s What You Do With it
Global Issues News Headlines - 10 hours ago
AMSTERDAM, Sep 21 (IPS) - The unprecedented challenges posed by COVID-19 have reminded us that we are an interconnected global community. While this crisis rightly has dominated our attention, we must not lose sight of progress on the broader aims of the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Climate Agreement. Read the full story, “SDGs: It’s Not Just About Collecting Data, it’s What You Do With it”, on globalissues.org →
Nono the Carbon Footprint Bear—Part of Peru's Ambitious Work on Climate Action
Global Issues News Headlines - 10 hours ago
LIMA, Peru, Sep 21 (IPS) - On the eve of its bicentennial, Peru is addressing climate change with the needed sense of urgency and ambition. Our inclusive, ‘whole society' approach aims to awaken new opportunities that are within reach of all of our citizens. Like COVID-19, climate change is a landmark which will have a clearly established before and after period. Without a doubt, it is paving a path towards sustainable development that will improve the well-being of all Peruvians. Read the full story, “Nono the Carbon Footprint Bear—Part of Peru's Ambitious Work on Climate Action”... more »
The lessons of Abenomics
With the recent resignation of Shinzo Abe, there have been a number of articles analyzing the record of Abenomics. There seems to be pretty general agreement on two points: 1. Japan’s economy improved after Abe took office at the beginning of 2013. Deflation came to an end, nominal GDP began rising, the public debt was […] The post The lessons of Abenomics appeared first on Econlib.
Drissel on the Normative Core
I received the following email from Bill Drissel about my “Public Choice: The Normative Core.” Reprinted with his permission. Dr. Caplan The data you seek for your “normative core” is readily available in one arena: public transportation. I follow the Anti-Planner, Randal O’Toole. The planned benefit is number of riders. The planned cost is usually […] The post Drissel on the Normative Core appeared first on Econlib.
Is Al Gore downsizing?
Will the former Vice President roll back his lifestyle to save the planet? Maybe move out of his mansions into a studio in multi-unit housing? The post Is Al Gore downsizing? appeared first on CFACT.
Iraqi Govt Promises Pensions For Killed And Wounded Protesters It Can’t Cover
(Anadolu Agency) Before he became prime minister of Iraq Mustafa al-Kazemi supported the protests calling for reform. When he took office he ordered all the demonstrators that were arrested to be released, and that the killers of protesters would be brought to justice. In September the premier announced that his government would be giving 1.2 million dinars, $1,000, to each family that suffered a death during the demonstrations and a monthly pension after that. People who were wounded would be getting a monthly payment as well. The problem is that the administration has no ... more »
This Day In Iraqi History - Sep 21
1965 Abdul al-Bazzaz became premier 1968 Provisional constitution drafted by three jurists and presented to Pres Bakr Included return of parliament 1980 Iraq letter to UN outlined steps it took to try to work out outstanding issues with new revolutionary govt in Iran 1990 Revolutionary Command Council said it would not retreat from Kuwait and was ready for mother of all battles (Musings On Iraq review *from storm to Freedom, America’s Long War with Iraq*) 2001 1st CIA report on Iraq and 9/11 found no connection but two had contacts in 1990s Bush was briefed on fin... more »
Open Letter to the UK Prime Minister, Mr Boris Johnson, the Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, Robert Buckland QC, the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, Dominic Raab and UK Home Secretary Priti Patel
We write to you as legal practitioners and legal academics to express our collective concerns about the violations of Mr. Julian Assange’s fundamental human, civil and political rights and the precedent his persecution is setting.
Lies, Damned Lies and Health Statistics – the Deadly Danger of False Positives
I never expected to be writing something like this. I am an ordinary person, recently semi-retired from a career in the pharmaceutical industry and biotech, where I spent over 30 years trying to solve problems of disease understanding and seek new treatments for allergic and inflammatory disorders of lung and skin. I’ve always been interested in problem solving, so when anything biological comes along, my attention is drawn to it. Come 2020, came SARS-CoV-2. I’ve written about the pandemic as objectively as I could. The scientific method never leaves a person who trained and worked ... more »
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