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Texas man with rifle, ammunition arrested near vice president’s official residence
People for Life and Freedom, From the Trenches World Report - 11 hours ago
CBS This Morning Mar 18, 2021 Washington, D.C. police arrested Paul Murray of San Antonio outside Vice President Kamala Harris’ official residence Wednesday afternoon. According... The post Texas man with rifle, ammunition arrested near vice president’s official residence appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
Doofus Of The Day #1,078
Peter, Bayou Renaissance Man - 11 hours ago
Today's award goes to the proud (?) owner(s) of a 2021 Jeep Rubicon that they've just utterly destroyed, mechanically speaking. Last month, we asked you about your absolute worst towing experiences. Many of you had some great stories to share, but I think I've finally found one that takes the cake, and it involves destroying a new 2021 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon by flat-towing it improperly. *. . .* Tuten told The Drive that when the techs began diagnosing the vehicle, they noticed it had been left in "4-Low," which is what you'd want when traversing rough terrain at low speeds, o...
On the COVID-19 frontline but half of French care home workers don’t trust vaccine
Misty, From the Trenches World Report - 11 hours ago
Reuters PARIS (Reuters) – Marie-France Boudret, who works in a French home for the elderly, watched a patient suffocate to death in front of her... The post On the COVID-19 frontline but half of French care home workers don’t trust vaccine appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
3rd wave approaches Europe, Lockdowns begin: Vaccine becoming more ineffective everyday
Misty, From the Trenches World Report - 11 hours ago
Investment Watch Lockdowns Returning to Europe as new more lethal strains begin spreading Vaccine not effective against new strains, Boosters may be urgently needed 2)... The post 3rd wave approaches Europe, Lockdowns begin: Vaccine becoming more ineffective everyday appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
Colombia captures top member of the Gulf Clan, the country’s largest drug trafficking gang
The Rio Times Staff, The Rio Times - 11 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Authorities in Colombia have captured Nini Úsuga, a member of the South American country's largest drug trafficking gang and sister of the organization's leader, President Ivan Duque said on Wednesday, March 17th. Also known as '"La Negra'', Úsuga was captured by police and investigators in the municipality of Sabaneta, Antioquia […] The post Colombia captures top member of the Gulf Clan, the country’s largest drug trafficking gang appeared first on The Rio Times.
Former President of Drag Queen Story Hour Foundation and Children’s Court Judge Arrested on Seven Counts of Child Porn
Misty, From the Trenches World Report - 11 hours ago
Gateway Pundit – by Cassandra Fairbanks A Milwaukee County Children’s Court judge and former president and CEO of the Cream City Foundation, which runs the... The post Former President of Drag Queen Story Hour Foundation and Children’s Court Judge Arrested on Seven Counts of Child Porn appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
A woman in Finland arrested for refusing a pcr test
Galen, From the Trenches World Report - 11 hours ago
https://twitter.com/Jen70717630/status/1372203043312304130 The post A woman in Finland arrested for refusing a pcr test appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
2:00PM Water Cooler 3/18/2021
Lambert Strether, naked capitalism - 10 hours ago
By Lambert Strether of Corrente. Bird Song of the Day My heavens! * * * Readers, feel free to contact me at lambert [UNDERSCORE] strether [DOT] corrente [AT] yahoo [DOT] com, with (a) links, and even better (b) sources I should curate regularly, (c) how to send me a check if you are allergic to […]
Top US And Chinese Diplomats To Meet In Alaska Later Today
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 10 hours ago
*The Hill:* *US-China tensions run high ahead of critical meeting * Tensions are running high as Biden cabinet officials prepare to meet with the Chinese in Alaska on Thursday, setting the stage for what is likely to be a contentious first high-level engagement between the new administration and Beijing. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and President Biden’s national security adviser Jake Sullivan will huddle for the first time face-to-face with Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi and top Chinese diplomat Yang Jiechi in Anchorage in what Biden administration officials expect to be...
Afghanistan Peace Conference Opens In Moscow
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 10 hours ago
Mullah Baradar (center), the Taliban's deputy leader and chief negotiator, arrives at the Moscow conference on March 18. *RFE:* *Afghan Peace Conference Opens In Moscow * Representatives of the Afghan government, the Taliban, and several major countries have gathered in Moscow to push for a reduction in violence to advance the peace process in Afghanistan. "We hope that today's conversation will help create conditions for achieving progressive inter-Afghan negotiations," Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on March 18 in his opening remarks at the meeting -- the first of...
How The Battleship Tirpitz Went From Nazi Supership To Inglorious Scrapheap
Warfare History Network, The National Interest - 10 hours ago
*Warfare History Network* *History, Europe* [image: Wikimedia Commons] Nazi caution and British explosives put an end to this mega warship. *Here's What You Need To Remember:* The wreck of what had once been the most powerful battleship in the world was ingloriously cut up for scrap between 1948 and 1957. By mid-1942, the towering German battleship Tirpitz stood alone as the largest, most powerful warship in the world. Despite rarely venturing from her lair deep within the Norwegian fjords, her mere presence in the region forced the British Royal Navy to keep a large number of c...
Satellite Images: Iran Constructs New Ballistic Missile Launch Positions
Ethen Kim Lieser, The National Interest - 10 hours ago
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *Iran Missiles, * The Iranian Khorgo underground ballistic missile site is believed to be nearly operational after satellite images revealed that new launch positions were built there. The Iranian Khorgo underground ballistic missile site is believed to be nearly operational after satellite images revealed that new launch positions were built there. The images, which were taken by Maxar Technologies and obtained by Fox News, showed four holes that were dug into the side of a mountain, with three of the shafts in hardened vertical launch positions, according to...
Gas Prices Are Spiking Across America. This One County Is A Prime Example.
Stephen Silver, The National Interest - 10 hours ago
*Stephen Silver* *Gas Prices, * In Los Angeles County, gas prices have been steadily rising so far this year, even more than in most of the country. In Los Angeles County, gas prices have been steadily rising so far this year, even more than in most of the country. According to City News Service, average gas prices in the country rose to $3.895 a gallon on Monday, the 34th consecutive day of increases, and the 54th rise in 55 days. Overall, the average price rose 54.7 cents in those 55 days, to a level 46.6 cents higher than a year ago. Gas prices, however, were historically low...
What Is America’s Role in Fostering Israeli-Saudi Ties?
Maya Carlin, The National Interest - 10 hours ago
*Maya Carlin* *Israel, Middle East* Israel and its Gulf neighbors have turned to each other to deter what they see as the region’s most dangerous threat—Iran. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) in a historic trip to the United Arab Emirates on March 18. Although Israel and Saudi Arabia do not share formal diplomatic relations, the ties between the two countries have bolstered in recent years. Since September 2020, Israel has signed normalization agreements with four Arab countries—an unprecedented feat brokered by...
Japan's Big Military Build Up Aimed At China: F-35s, Missiles and More
Kris Osborn, The National Interest - 10 hours ago
*Kris Osborn* *Japan Military, Asia* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2018%3Anewsml_RC14CD7C9DA0&share=true] Both Tokyo and Washington have there eyes on Beijing and recent aggressive moves by China. The U.S. military and Japanese Self Defense Forces have mutually committed to strengthening alliances, training opportunities and joint military exercises as part of a decided effort to take a stronger stance against Chinese provocations in the region. Following a recent meeting in Japan Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Japanese Defense Minister N...
America Just Sold Vital Submarine Technology to Taiwan
Mark Episkopos, The National Interest - 10 hours ago
*Mark Episkopos* *Taiwan, Asia* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2017%3Anewsml_RC1A9F02B310&share=true] Taipei is trying to increase its submarine fleet to deter Beijing, but it cannot produce all the components it needs domestically. Washington has greenlit the sale of key submarine technology to Taiwan, giving a boost to the Republic of China’s (ROC) effort to launch a domestic submarine industry in its ambitious bid to counter Chinese sea power. In what is the first round of arms sales to Taiwan under the Biden administration, ROC Defence Mini...
McConnell Pushes Biden to Boost Defense Spending. The Reason? China.
Ethen Kim Lieser, The National Interest - 10 hours ago
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *China Defense Spending, Americas* [image: By U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Samuel Rogers - [1], [2], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3068033] If China really is such a large threat, it would not make sense to cut military spending. Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell on Wednesday appeared to test President Joe Biden’s seriousness about confronting China’s rise in the Pacific region by pushing him to further boost defense spending. As the new administration’s secretaries of state and defense traveled to Asia to criticize China’s ...
Medicare For All Is Back. Will Joe Biden Try to Get it Passed?
Rachel Bucchino, The National Interest - 10 hours ago
*Rachel Bucchino* *Medicare for All, Americas* Critics argue that universal health coverage would cripple the quality of care in the country and boost wait times for doctor’s visits. A group of House Democrats on Wednesday reopened their push to enact Medicare For All, citing the impact of the coronavirus pandemic as a reason to repair the “broken, for-profit health care system” under current law. “While this devastating pandemic is shining a bright light on our broken, for-profit health care system, we were already leaving nearly half of all adults under the age of 65 uninsured ...
Why Children Are Prime Targets of Armed Groups in Northern Nigeria
Global Issues News Headlines - 10 hours ago
Mar 18 (IPS) - Due to growing insecurity, Nigeria is gradually becoming one of the most dangerous places to live. The 2020 Global Terrorism Index identified the country as the third most affected by terrorism. There was a sharp increase in Boko Haram’s targeting of civilians by 25%, and killings by herdsmen increased by 26%, compared with the previous year. The two countries higher on the index are Iraq and Afghanistan. Read the full story, “Why Children Are Prime Targets of Armed Groups in Northern Nigeria”, on globalissues.org →
“Vaccines” Are the Keys to World Control
Geopolitics101, Covert Geopolitics - 10 hours ago
“It’s better to die on your feet than to live on your knees”, ascribed to Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata, is quoted by many, but few seem willing to live it. In any case, the pharmaceutical industry and its operatives throughout government, media and the medical establishment have terrorized an already infantilized society and brought it to its collective … Continue reading “Vaccines” Are the Keys to World Control →
Iran’s Defense Minister Says The Country Must Be Ready For Nuclear, Chemical Attacks
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 11 hours ago
Iranian Defense Minister Amir Hatami listens during the Conference on International Security in Moscow, Russia, April 4, 2018. (Alexander Zemlianichenko/AP) *Times of Isreal*: *Iran’s defense minister says country must ready for nuclear, chemical attacks* Amir Hatami warns ‘enemies of humanity’ will use any means to achieve war goals, including biological warfare Iran’s defense minister said on Tuesday that the country must be ready to defend itself against nuclear, biological and chemical attacks. “We should be prepared to defend our nation against all threats and whatever th...
Did Georgia Capt. Jay Baker Promote ‘Imported Virus From Chy-na’ Shirts?
Jordan Liles, Snopes.com - 11 hours ago
We also transcribed more of Baker's purported "had a bad day" remarks in reference to the motive behind the March 2021 Georgia spa killings.
Thursday Morning Links
Unknown, Accidental Deliberations - 11 hours ago
This and that for your Thursday reading. - Steven Lewis writes that the Saskatchewan Party's mealy-mouthed messaging around the coronavirus looks to be a calculated political choice which is having devastating public health consequences: There has been a pattern in Saskatchewan's communication about COVID-19 throughout the pandemic. The language is deliberately elastic. It is long on encouragement and exhortation and short on directive. It is more like a public health campaign to reduce smoking rates or encourage physical activity than a mass mobilization in the face of an emergen...
Why are the kids depressed, anxious, and even suicidal?...
Adrienne, Adrienne's Corner - 11 hours ago
* from the combox.* *Comment from an esteemed blogger buddy:* I worry about my grandson on a daily basis. I worry about all of the issues you brought up. I can see his social skills declining, and it worries me. The democrats had a plan and I'm afraid it isn't fully implemented yet. *My answer:* I would look to how home-schoolers handle their kids. In all the years of hubby teaching music the most well adjusted, happy, socialized, and smartest kids were the home-schooled. Therefore, I have to wonder what is going on to make the public school kids so unable to cope. Is it how the ...
"Economic Market Snapshot AM 3/18/21"
CoyotePrime, Running 'Cause I Can't Fly 2 - 11 hours ago
*"Economic Market Snapshot AM 3/18/21"* ○ "Capitalism is the astounding belief that the most wickedest of men will do the most wickedest of things for the greatest good of everyone." - John Maynard Keynes *○* "Down the rabbit hole of psychopathic greed and insanity... Only the consequences are real - to *you*! *Your guide:* Gregory Mannarino, AM 3/18/21 *"Total Collapse: First Time Unemployment * *Claims SURGE HIGHER. 10yr Yield Spikes"* - https://traderschoice.net/ ○ "The more I see of the monied classes, the better I understand the guillotine." - George Bernard Shaw ○ *MarketWatch Mar...
"If You Alone..."
CoyotePrime, Running 'Cause I Can't Fly 2 - 12 hours ago
“Each must for himself alone decide what is right and what is wrong, and which course is patriotic and which isn’t. You cannot shirk this and be a man. To decide against your convictions is to be an unqualified and inexcusable traitor, both to yourself and to your country, let men label you as they may. If you alone of all the nation shall decide one way, and that way be the right way according to your convictions of the right, you have done your duty by yourself and by your country – hold up your head! You have nothing to be ashamed of.” - Mark Twain
This Day In Iraqi History - Mar 18
Joel Wing, MUSINGS ON IRAQ - 12 hours ago
1933 British official warned King Faisal was attempting to make himself dictator of Iraq 1948 Railway strike against Anglo-Iraq Treaty 1970 9 man committee of Arabs and Kurds formed to carry out Kurdish autonomy deal (Musings On Iraq review of *The Kurds, A Modern History*) (Musings On Iraq review *Kurds of Iraq, Tragedy and Hope*) (Musings On Iraq review *The Kurdish Revolt 1961-1970*) 1981 US senator told press Iraq was trying to build a nuclear bomb 1985 Iran attacked South Majnoon Island in Basra but gained nothing 1985 Iraq bombed Tehran in retaliation for Iran bo...
Apocalypto - Mel Gibson's Futuristic Movie - A comparative analysis
greencrow, Greencrow As The Crow Flies - 6 hours ago
*Apocalypto - the Movie by Mel Gibson* *Trailer* Good morning readers. I was thinking yesterday about Mel Gibsons movie "Apocalypto". I don't see many movies but I love Mel Gibson's work, particularly after his landmark "The Passion of the Christ" so I did make a point of seeing this one when it came out a decade and a half more ago. I was not disappointed. Above is the trailer and below is the Plot synopsis from Wikipedia. Please read and I will have more comments to follow: ************** Set in Yucatán, Mexico, around the year 1502, *Apocalypto* portrays the hero's jour...
Is This a Pic of Steve Irwin Hanging Out with Mr. Rogers in Bob Ross T-Shirt?
Dan Evon, Snopes.com - 11 hours ago
The real world simply does not allow this amount of cool to gather in one place.
7 Ways to Avoid Becoming a Misinformation Superspreader
David Mikkelson, Snopes.com - 11 hours ago
Here are some strategies you can use to avoid being misled, and to prevent yourself – and others – from spreading inaccuracies.
US House will again consider cannabis banking reform
Jeff Smith, Marijuana Business Daily - 11 hours ago
A cannabis banking reform bill will be reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on Thursday, industry officials reported. The House passed the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act by a bipartisan vote of 321-103 in September 2019, but the measure stalled in the Senate. Since it wasn’t passed by the full Congress in […] US House will again consider cannabis banking reform is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Marijuana tech platform I Heart Jane suffers slowdown, affecting retailers
Solomon Israel, Marijuana Business Daily - 11 hours ago
Marijuana e-commerce platform I Heart Jane suffered a slowdown on Wednesday that impacted an unknown number of recreational and medical cannabis retailers that rely on the software. I Heart Jane is used by at least 1,700 “dispensaries and brands across 33 state markets,” according to a December news release from software developer Jane Technologies. Moe […] Marijuana tech platform I Heart Jane suffers slowdown, affecting retailers is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Canadian cannabis producer Canopy Growth borrows $750 million
Solomon Israel, Marijuana Business Daily - 11 hours ago
Smiths Falls, Ontario-based cannabis producer Canopy Growth has taken out a senior secured loan worth $750 million ($932 million Canadian dollars) – with the possibility of borrowing $500 million more – in a deal with investment management firm King Street Capital Management. “This transaction further strengthens Canopy’s balance sheet, provides additional capital to invest in […] Canadian cannabis producer Canopy Growth borrows $750 million is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
SAMUEL HAYES III
cmaadmin, Diverse - 12 hours ago
*SAMUEL HAYES III* has been appointed chief facilities officer at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Hayes has served in the position on an interim basis since July 2020. Hayes holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Old Dominion University and a master’s degree in public administration and public policy from Virginia Tech.
There Are So Many Lessons to Learn from Kerala: The Eleventh Newsletter (2021)
barovsky, The New Dark Age - 12 hours ago
18 March 2021 — Tricontinental Anujath Sindhu Vinaylal (India), My mother and the mothers in the neighborhood, 2017. Dear friends, Greetings from the desk of the Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research. Indian farmers and agricultural workers have crossed the hundred-day mark of their protest against the government of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. They will not withdraw … Continue reading There Are So Many Lessons to Learn from Kerala: The Eleventh Newsletter (2021)
Hexo CEO: Canada’s cannabis sector entering ‘most competitive phase’
Matt Lamers, Marijuana Business Daily - 12 hours ago
Cannabis producer Hexo Corp. reported a net loss of 21 million Canadian dollars ($17 million) for its second quarter ended Jan. 31 as its chief executive said the Canadian industry was entering its “most competitive phase” yet. Ottawa, Ontario-based Hexo saw improved sales of adult-use cannabis and beverages compared to the quarter ended Oct. 31, […] Hexo CEO: Canada’s cannabis sector entering ‘most competitive phase’ is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
KHIM KELLY
cmaadmin, Diverse - 12 hours ago
*KHIM KELLY* has been appointed the KPMG Professor of Accounting in the Kenneth G. Dixon School of Accounting in the College of Business of the University of Central Florida. A faculty member at the school since 2016, Kelly previously taught at the University of Waterloo in Canada and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.
RAVI BELLAMKONDA
cmaadmin, Diverse - 12 hours ago
*RAVI BELLAMKONDA* has been appointed provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at Emory University. Most recently dean of the Pratt School of Engineering at Duke University, Bellamkonda was previously a faculty member at Emory. An acclaimed biomedical scientist, he holds a Ph.D. in medical science from Brown University.
Twitter Deletes QAnon to Protect US from Upheaval; Russia May Delete Twitter for the Same Reason
barovsky, The New Dark Age - 12 hours ago
SAN FRANCISCO — Twitter has taken action against the QAnon movement, deleting more than 150,000 accounts that promoted the conspiracy theory. This follows a similar crackdown by YouTube. The impetus for the decision was the storming of the Capitol Building on January 6, led by many adherents who believeDonald Trump was leading a fightback against a satanic cult of cannibalistic pedophiles in the Democratic Party and the national security state.
Biophobia
Francisco, Small Dead Animals - 13 hours ago
Don’t murder the truth. Another good clip here.
California’s provisional marijuana licensing crisis resurfaces, possibly disrupting thousands of MJ companies
John Schroyer, Marijuana Business Daily - 13 hours ago
For the third time in less than four years, California lawmakers are revisiting the state’s marijuana licensing program, ostensibly to give businesses and regulators more time to get permits processed while allowing the industry to keep functioning without major interruption. In the balance hangs the possible fate of more than 8,000 marijuana business licenses, including […] California’s provisional marijuana licensing crisis resurfaces, possibly disrupting thousands of MJ companies is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrep...
Wuhan Flu: The Damage Done
Kate, Small Dead Animals - 13 hours ago
Health Canada has finally approved a home-based COVID test. P23 Labs announces their saliva-based at-home COVID-19 test collection kit has been approved for sale and importation in Canada. The saliva-based COVID-19 test is the first test of its kind approved for at-home use by Health Canada. The journey to approval took several months, and… Continue reading →
When will schools be opened to serve all children?
Norma, Collecting My Thoughts - 13 hours ago
All over the country, schools are open, and have been open for months--some all year. Here in Upper Arlington schools opened for all on March 1. A friend in a Cincinnati suburb says theirs have been open since August. Science? Hardly. Some private schools attended by the movers and shakers' children, never closed. (Their teachers are not unionized.) That's a pretty big laboratory to test for super spreaders or whether teachers are in danger. Hasn't happened. This disease has an extremely low infection fatality rate, and it's almost non-existent for the young. CDC reports that a...
Brazil’s Lula in a Wilderness of Mirrors
barovsky, The New Dark Age - 13 hours ago
A surprising Supreme Court decision that, while not definitive, restores Lula’s political rights has hit Brazil like a semiotic bomb and plunged the nation into a reality show being played in a wilderness of shattered mirrors. At first, it looked like three key variables would remain immutable.
Unpacking a Decade of Appellate Decisions on Qualified Immunity
areinert, Lawfare - 13 hours ago
Police officers stand at the U.S. Supreme Court building. (Elvert Barnes, https://flic.kr/p/2kq2mMC; CC BY-SA 2.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/) Prompted by several recent high-visibility killings by police officers, the U.S. civil rights enforcement regime is the subject of focused attention at the national, state, and local levels. Much of the discussion has centered on the barriers that prevent victims of civil rights violations and their families from obtaining relief through civil litigation. Of all of these barriers, qualified immunity—a powerful judicial ...
Say your Daughter is your Daughter and…
Francisco, Small Dead Animals - 13 hours ago
From the Post Millennial, your Canadian courts in action. The warrant was issued by a judge for the arrest of a father after calling his biological female child his “daughter,” and referring to her with the pronouns “she” and “her.” Hoogland was found to be in contempt of court. Hoogland is a father to a… Continue reading →
Duty To Die
Kate, Small Dead Animals - 13 hours ago
I’m old enough to remember when it was called “killing”. The Senate has passed a bill to expand access to medical assistance in dying, including eventually to people suffering solely from mental illnesses. By a vote of 60-25, with five abstentions, senators accepted Wednesday a revised version of Bill C-7, even though the government… Continue reading →
Truckers in Peru threaten largest strike in a decade
The Rio Times Staff, The Rio Times - 11 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The Peruvian cargo and passenger transport union urged the government to meet its demands or the indefinite strike that began on Tuesday will become "the largest in the last decade" in the country, said its top leader, Martin Ojeda. "The strike is indefinite, it is perhaps the largest strike in […] The post Truckers in Peru threaten largest strike in a decade appeared first on The Rio Times.
Argentina, like Haiti and Cuba, among the worst economies in investor risk rankings
Latin America News, The Rio Times - 11 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - A report by The Economist alerting to the advance of populist alternatives in different Latin American countries placed Argentina in the first places in terms of investor risk. Only Venezuela, Haiti and Cuba score higher risk levels. The category where the country is ranked worst is economic risk, and specialists […] The post Argentina, like Haiti and Cuba, among the worst economies in investor risk rankings appeared first on The Rio Times.
US trade czar Tai to discuss trade deal with UK next week
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
18-Mar-2021 Newly confirmed US Trade Representative Katherine Tai will speak with her British counterpart, Secretary Liz Truss, next week to further talks on a possible trade agreement.
India-EU trade talks may see progress at Portugal summit
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
18-Mar-2021 India and the European Union (EU) may announce some progress in negotiations relating to a broad-based trade and investment agreement during the India-EU summit scheduled for 8 May.
UK Regulator: People Should Keep Getting AstraZeneca Shots
AP News, Snopes.com - 12 hours ago
No causal link has been established, the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency said.
Wind and solar subsidies
Mark Mathis, CFACT - 12 hours ago
It's time to stop wind and solar from stuffing their bank accounts with your tax dollars. WATCH NOW The post Wind and solar subsidies appeared first on CFACT.
Russian President Putin Replies To President Biden 'Killer' Comment By Saying It 'Takes One To Know One'
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 12 hours ago
*Daily Mail:* *Putin wishes Biden 'good health' in sinister quip on state TV after he called Russian leader a 'killer without a soul': Kremlin demands apology, says President's words were 'not acceptable' and describes relations as 'very bad' * * Vladimir Putin wished Joe Biden 'good health' in state TV interview * 'I would say to him: I wish you good health,' Russian president said * Veiled threat came after President Biden said in a sit-down with ABC News that Russia would pay for interfering in the 2020 U.S. election * 'He will pay a price,' Biden said of Putin, calling him...
Risk of COVID Vaccine Causing Deadly Asymptomatic Spread of New Variant
NEWS WIRE, 21st Century Wire - 12 hours ago
*21WIRE* | Are Governments and Big Pharma playing Russian Roulette with the lives of the global population?
Greta is HOT !! (Not really) Comedy Video
Robert, Ice Age Now - 12 hours ago
I think you may enjoy this video: “I must Save West Ham.” Thanks to Jimmy Walter for this video The post Greta is HOT !! (Not really) Comedy Video appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Is The U.S. Government Silencing Critics Of Their Economic Policies?
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 12 hours ago
Tweeting and getting in the news lately apparently has caused the SEC to pay us a visit. Lovely. #nomoretweetshttps://t.co/6t3v8Tc7LF — Cassandra (@michaeljburry) March 18, 2021 *Business Insider:* *'Big Short' investor Michael Burry says he'll stop tweeting after SEC regulators paid him a visit * * Michael Burry's Twitter habit led to a visit from federal regulators. * "The Big Short" investor has blasted Tesla, bitcoin, Robinhood, and meme-stock buyers. * Burry indicated that he's not planning to tweet anymore. Michael Burry's incendiary tweets have piqued the interest of fe...
Mexican economy shrank 4.0% year-on-year in February, estimate shows
Latin America News, The Rio Times - 12 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The Mexican economy contracted by 4.0% in February compared to the same month a year earlier, preliminary official data showed on Thursday, March 18th. Secondary activities, which include manufacturing, were down 4.2% while tertiary activities such as services dipped by 4.3%, the national statistics agency (INEGI) said . . . […] The post Mexican economy shrank 4.0% year-on-year in February, estimate shows appeared first on The Rio Times.
Stock markets reflect austerity in Brazil with surprising SELIC hike and slack in the US
Richard Mann, The Rio Times - 12 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Two very different messages came from central banks yesterday. While the United States expressed less concern with inflation, in the "we know it's going to rise a little, but it's okay" style, here in Brazil the COPOM (Monetary Policy Committee) surprised everyone with more austerity than some in the market […] The post Stock markets reflect austerity in Brazil with surprising SELIC hike and slack in the US appeared first on The Rio Times.
Strawberries, Spinach, Kale Top EWG’s 2021 ‘Dirty Dozen’ List
Aerowenn Hunter, Children's Health Defense - 12 hours ago
For the first time, bell peppers and hot peppers made the Environmental Working Group’s 2021 Dirty Dozen™ list, but strawberries and leafy greens, including kale and spinach, still topped the list of most-contaminated fresh produce. The post Strawberries, Spinach, Kale Top EWG’s 2021 ‘Dirty Dozen’ List appeared first on Children's Health Defense.
It Is Tax Time For Most Countries
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 12 hours ago
*Zero Hedge*: *Which Countries Allow Workers To Take Home The Most Money After Taxes?* As the US moves toward the long-awaited post-COVID reopening, millions of Americans have been pondering the future of work, and how the year of remote work for white collar workers will impact patterns of migration across the US, and perhaps the world. Just the other day, the Wall Street Journal published a lengthy weekend-edition feature about "Zoom Towns". In the piece, the reporter cited secondary cities like Miami, Austin, Charlotte, Nashville and Denver enjoy a price advantage over more ex...
Biden Administration Erasing Climate History
tonyheller, Real Climate Science - 12 hours ago
In 2015, the Washington Post wrote this : “As of Tuesday, according to the National Interagency Fire Center, more than 8 million acres have burned in U.S. wildfires in 2015. 8,202,557 of them, to be precise…. There are only six … Continue reading →
FEMA to reimburse families of COVID-19 victims for funeral expenses
Sunfire, From the Trenches World Report - 13 hours ago
ABC 13 FEMA is going to be reimbursing funeral expenses to families of coronavirus victims. The Federal Emergency Management Agency posted a message on its... The post FEMA to reimburse families of COVID-19 victims for funeral expenses appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
Firing up my Chevy V8 snow blower
US Marine Fighting Tyranny, From the Trenches World Report - 13 hours ago
My Fellow Trenchers: Nothing of intellectual or philosophical value here, it’s just plain funny! Guy built a regular snow blower, using a Chevy V-8 with... The post Firing up my Chevy V8 snow blower appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
What the Biden Administration Gets Right and Wrong on ICT in the New Supply Chain Executive Order
rmorgus, Lawfare - 13 hours ago
President Biden takes notes during a meeting in the White House Situation Room. (White House Photo by Adam Schultz) On Feb. 24, President Biden signed an executive order titled “America’s Supply Chains,” outlining a process for the United States to identify and mitigate the risks and challenges it faces in a series of critical supply chains, including that of information and communications technology (ICT). The Cyberspace Solarium Commission, on which we are staff, was asked by Congress in late 2020 to undergo a similar process and propose a strategy and recommendations to secure...
The Independence of Dr. Leana Wen, COVID-19 Vaccine Expert
A Political Junkie, Viable Opposition - 13 hours ago
Dr. Leana Wen has been a regular on the mainstream media during the COVID-19 pandemic. Let's take a closer look at this "expert" and her background to better understand her beliefs and proclamations. Let's start with this for background: Here is a recent tweet that appeared on her Twitter account: Here is the opinion piece in The Washington Post which she is unabashedly promoting: Here is a quote from her opinion piece with my bolds: "*After much delay, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued interim guidance on Monday for what fully vaccinated peo...
Will you work for free? Curious Minds want to know
Philip Moscovitch, Halifax Examiner - 14 hours ago
News 1. It’s all just paperwork, right? A gold-mining company claims to have permits to proceed with an open pit mine on the Eastern Shore. Not so fast, says Joan Baxter. In her story, Tall tales about Nova Scotia gold: investors should beware of Aurelius Minerals’ spin job, Baxter gets curious about claims of millions […]
Zoom event: The U.S. plan to control and dominate space
Bruce K. Gagnon, Organizing Notes - 11 hours ago
Bruce Gagnon (Global Network) makes a visual presentation on Zoom about the US plan to control and dominate space. The event was organized by five peace groups in Maine. Intro by Rosie Paul from PeaceWorks. Event organized by Martha Spiess from Peace Action Maine.
Damaging tornado outbreak hits South U.S., severe weather shifting into the Southeast
The Watchers » Latest articles - 12 hours ago
A severe weather outbreak lashed the South U.S. on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, unleashing tornadoes that led to serious damage to homes and businesses, particularly in Alabama and Mississippi. NOAA Storm Prediction Center (SPC) received a total of 25 tornado...... Read more »
Biden Administration Wants China to Push North Korea to Give Up Nukes
Ethen Kim Lieser, The National Interest - 12 hours ago
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *Blinken North Korea, Asia* U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday asserted that China has a “clear self-interest” in persuading North Korea to eventually give up its nuclear weapons ambitions. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday asserted that China has a “clear self-interest” in persuading North Korea to eventually give up its nuclear weapons ambitions. “Beijing has an interest, a clear self-interest in helping to pursue the denuclearization of DPRK (Democratic People’s Republic of Korea),” he said in a press conference after the “t...
WATCH: Innocent Man, Asleep in His Home, Wakes Up to Cops Forcing K-9 to Maul Him
Matt Agorist, The Free Thought Project - 12 hours ago
[image: k-9]An innocent man was asleep in his own home when police entered it and mistook him for a kidnapper, forcing their K-9 to maul him.
The Special Powers Act of 1922
Larry-Lambert, Virtual Mirage - 12 hours ago
The Civil Authorities (Special Powers) Act (Northern Ireland) 1922, It is often referred to simply as the Special Powers Act. It was an Act passed by the Parliament of Northern Ireland shortly after the establishment of Northern Ireland, and in the context of violent conflict over the issue of the partition of Ireland. […] The post The Special Powers Act of 1922 appeared first on Virtual Mirage.
In letter to Bolsonaro, Biden stresses opportunity for U.S. and Brazil to join efforts
Dorah Feliciano, The Rio Times - 12 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The Planalto Palace this morning released excerpts from a letter sent by the President of the United States, Joe Biden, in response to Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro's greetings on the occasion of his inauguration at the White House. In the document, dated February 26th, the American highlighted the opportunity for […] The post In letter to Bolsonaro, Biden stresses opportunity for U.S. and Brazil to join efforts appeared first on The Rio Times.
U.S. B-2 Stealth Bombers Are Flying All Over Europe. The Reason? Russia.
Kris Osborn, The National Interest - 12 hours ago
*Kris Osborn* *U.S. Air Force, Europe* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2020%3Anewsml_RC2OMH9Q2G2C&share=true] These patrols help deter Russia and signal American commitment to the NATO alliance. U.S. Air Force B-2 stealth bombers will soon take to the skies over Europe as part of planned Bomber Task Force missions intended to demonstrate resolve against aggression and prepare for any possible warfare contingency. These flights will also enhance U.S.-allied interoperability and demonstrate unmistakable strength intended to safeguard the continent...
IAEA Report: Gasoline Demand Likely Peaked in 2019
Stephen Silver, The National Interest - 12 hours ago
*Stephen Silver* *Gasoline, * While oil demand is beginning to rise again after hitting major lows last year during the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, oil may hit its peak in a few years- and demand for gasoline specifically may have hit its peak in 2019. While oil demand is beginning to rise again after hitting major lows last year during the early days of the coronavirus pandemic, oil may hit its peak in a few years- and demand for gasoline specifically may have hit its peak in 2019. That’s according to a report issued Wednesday by the International Energy Agency. “...
The U.S. Navy Is Practicing 'Distributed Warfare' Against China
Kris Osborn, The National Interest - 12 hours ago
*Kris Osborn* *U.S. Navy, Indo-Pacific* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2021%3Anewsml_RC22IL9PCUGJ&share=true] Recent naval exercises show how the Navy and Air Force could cooperate over vast distances. The U.S. Navy’s Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group recently conducted “live-fire” exercises in the Indian Ocean in what could easily be described as a deterrence exercise intended to send a message of preparedness or resolve to China. This included firing Mark 45 deck-mounted five-inch guns, using MH-60S helicopters to shoot crew-served weap...
Was Biden Filmed Talking to Press in Front of a Green Screen?
Dan Evon, Snopes.com - 12 hours ago
Despite suggestions to the contrary, the president of the United States exists in a corporeal form.
Brazil says Paraguay will be #1 priority for vaccine cooperation
The Rio Times Staff, The Rio Times - 13 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Foreign Minister Ernesto Araújo has prioritized political ally Paraguay among the countries that should cooperate internationally in vaccine efforts. The Foreign Minister said that Paraguay will be Brazil's top priority. The statement was made on Wednesday, March 17th, at the Itamaraty Palace, after the first in-person meeting between Araújo and […] The post Brazil says Paraguay will be #1 priority for vaccine cooperation appeared first on The Rio Times.
Peru’s exports grew 10.6% in January 2021 -Central Bank
Latin America News, The Rio Times - 13 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Peruvian traditional exports totaled US$2.957 billion in January 2021, marking a 10.6% expansion over the same month of 2020, mainly due to higher mining product prices, the Central Reserve Bank (BCR) reported on Wednesday, March 17th. January included, there was a year-on-year growth for fifth consecutive month. Last January, fishery […] The post Peru’s exports grew 10.6% in January 2021 -Central Bank appeared first on The Rio Times.
OPRAH AND TOWN: It was quickly a case of Slate Gone Wild...
<b>bob somerby</b>, the daily howler - 13 hours ago
*THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 2021* *...with the Times not far behind:* Children were drowning in the Mediterranean, sometimes alongside their parents. In Nigeria, children were being kidnapped *en masse.* Here in the United States, low-income kids were completing a full year out of school. According to several major cynics, stars like Oprah simply don't care about such tedious matters. They care about the ruined lives of extremely wealthy celebrity royals—the ruined lives of wealthy people from top families across the pond. One thinks of the arguably peculiar way the New York Times reac...
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Jenna Orkin, From the Wilderness' Peak Oil Blog - 13 hours ago
From Jenna Orkin The Victims of Agent Orange the U.S. Has Never Acknowledged U.S. Government Turns Somalia Into Failed State to Steal Its Oil for Shell and Exxon-Mobil Flower Art U.S. pandemic relief program mistakenly paid $692 million in duplicate loans: watchdog Former top State Dept investigator says COVID-19 outbreak may have resulted from bioweapons research accident French call to replace English with Latin as Europe's official language Uber will pay its 70,000 UK-based drivers minimum wage and benefits following a major Supreme Court defeatBiden believes Putin is a 'kill...
MERKEL AND CHINA SHOULD COOPERATE TO USE PROOFS IN E 17449, D 15 218 AND OTHER EVIDENCE TO REMOVE TINY CLIQUE AND START A NEW ERA
Jane Burgermeister, BIRDFLU666 WORDPRESS BLOG CONTINUES HERE - 14 hours ago
* Any reasonable person in Europe and in China and Asia will seek to use law to resolve conflicts whereever possible and to neutralize and deter a criminal syndicate threatening their very lives.* *China has escaped what appears to be a bioeapons attack and economic warfare but it also has a stake in putting those responsible on trial as a deterrent to future attacks and also as a means for educating its people.* *Meanwhile, the vast majority in Europe have a motive to remove the relatively small but vocal media clique now advoctating what can only be described as collective suici...
"Freely Read “Shantaram” Online, by Gregory David Roberts"
CoyotePrime, Running 'Cause I Can't Fly 2 - 14 hours ago
Sometimes we love with nothing more than hope. Sometimes we cry with everything except tears. In the end that’s all we have – to hold on tight until dawn.” - Gregory David Roberts, “Shantaram” *“Shantaram”* by Gregory David Roberts “Crime and punishment, passion and loyalty, betrayal and redemption are only a few of the ingredients in “Shantaram,” a massive, over-the-top, mostly autobiographical novel. Shantaram is the name given Mr. Lindsay, or Linbaba, the larger-than-life hero. It means “man of God’s peace,” which is what the Indian people know of Lin. What they do not know is tha...
EU Regulator Reviews AstraZeneca Shot and Blood Clot Links
AP News, Snopes.com - 14 hours ago
Concerns over the clotting led more than a dozen European countries to suspend use of the vaccine, even though the company and international health agencies said there was no indication the vaccine caused the clotting and recommended continuing inoculations.
Did ‘Big Smoke Burger’ Give a 50% Discount for Customers With COVID-19 Vaccination?
Dan MacGuill, Snopes.com - 14 hours ago
A widely-shared photograph suggested one of the Canadian company's restaurants was offering a discount to vaccinated diners in March 2021.
31 PEOPLE ADMITTED TO HOSPITAL IN AUSTRIA WITH LIFE THREATENING CONDITIONS AFTER PFIZER, ASTRAZENECA JABS, AUTHORITIES SAY
Jane Burgermeister, BIRDFLU666 WORDPRESS BLOG CONTINUES HERE - 14 hours ago
FEARS OF AN UNDERREPORTING OF SEVERE SIDE EFFECTS FROM THE CORONAVIRUS VACCINES HAVE BEEN FUELLED BY A CASE IN GERMANY NOT REPORTED TO AUTHORITIES AT ALL IS CENSORSHIP OF THIS KIND OF INFORMATION A REASON WHY TWITTER HAS BLOCKED MY ACCOUNT, REJECTING ALSO THE SIX DIGIT ACCESS CODE THEY SENT TO MY EMAIL WHICH IS SUPPOSED TO REOPEN IT? Austrian authorities have said that 85 people were admitted to hospital following a Pfizer Biontech jab and another 53 following an Astra Zeneca vaccine between 27.12 and 12.3 or in the past 10 weeks or so. 31 people were in a life threatening condi...
The Political Phenomenon Of Boko Haram In West Africa (II)
Vladislav B. SOTIROVIC, OrientalReview.org - 14 hours ago
Part I As for the question of the reasons for the radicalization of Boko Haram, there is no common agreement, the same contestation exists about the problem of how the emergence of this religious sect could be explained. Up to now, there are several hypotheses about this problem. For many […]
You Really Have To Watch This Incredible Footage Of The Aircraft Arriving At RNAS Yeovilton For D-Day 50th Anniversary
David Cenciotti, The Aviationist - 13 hours ago
RNAS Yeovilton hosted about 70 aircraft involved in an epic flypast. This amazing video shows some of the participating aircraft landing at the base from the perimeter fence. In 1994, Royal Navy Air Station Yeovilton, [...] The post You Really Have To Watch This Incredible Footage Of The Aircraft Arriving At RNAS Yeovilton For D-Day 50th Anniversary appeared first on The Aviationist.
Satellite Images Shows Iran Has built New Ballistic Missile Launch Positions
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 13 hours ago
Iranian Khorgo underground ballistic missile site. (Satellite image ©2021 Maxar Technologies) *FOX News:* *Iran has built new ballistic missile launch positions, satellite images show * *Images reveal 4 holes dug into mountainside* The Iranian Khorgo underground ballistic missile site is almost operational after new launching positions were constructed, satellite images obtained by Fox News show. Images taken by Maxar Technologies reveal four holes dug into the side of a mountain. Three of the shafts are hardened vertical launch positions in their final construction phase, acco...
China Is a Big Threat, But the Challenge May Not Be What It Seems
Wilson Shirley, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Wilson Shirley* *Great Power Competition, Asia* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2019%3Anewsml_RC1C5B33A730&share=true] A new book argues China's economy and aging population make Beijing more dangerous and more fragile. The end of the pandemic is within reach, with almost one in four Americans having extended their arms to receive at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine. But with the Chinese Communist Party continuing to withhold information about the virus’s origins while simultaneously pushing disinformation about the effectiveness of West...
Want to Know What North Korea Thinks About Biden? Look at the Propaganda Posters.
Stephen Silver, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Stephen Silver* *North Korea, Asia* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2021%3Anewsml_RC264M915OQS&share=true] Pyongyang has ramped up its aggressive rhetoric recently as the Biden administration sends two of its top officials to South Korea. It’s been quite an eventful week in U.S.-North Korean relations. The U.S. Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense are in Asia, meeting with key allies, including their counterparts in South Korea and Japan, and North Korea is very much on the agenda for those talks, which are taking place in conjunction wi...
Is a U.S.-China-War All But Inevitable by 2030?
Robert Farley, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Robert Farley* *Security, Asia* Tensions are rising in Asia and beyond. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *For almost four decades, many analysts suggested that war between the United States and the Soviet Union was inevitable. Despite a few close calls, it never happened. It is entirely possible, perhaps even likely, that China and the United States will not again find themselves in armed conflict. The People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the United States appear ready to plunge off the precipice of a trade war. This war could have far-ranging effects on the economies of both...
Joe Biden's Strategy on China Boils Down to One Word: Soft
Christian Whiton, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Christian Whiton* *Joe Biden China, Asia* [image: Joe Biden China] Biden himself has been limited in his criticism of China, calling the government there a rival or competitor, but not an adversary. While administration officials recently told the New York Times they planned to retaliate against Russia for cyber-attacks last year, they made no such direct vow for the major breach of Microsoft email systems that the company attributed to China. There is a prevailing view on both sides of the Pacific that President Joe Biden will treat China in a manner similar to his predecessor:...
America's 911 Force: Meet the U.S. Marine Corps’ Four Deadliest Weapons
Caleb Larson, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Caleb Larson* *U.S. Marines, Americas* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2019%3Anewsml_RC14F3F10D80&share=true] These four weapon systems are part of what makes the Marine Corps one of the most potent fighting forces in the world. The Marine Corps is touted as America’s force-in-readiness, prepared to respond to global threats and emergencies at a moment’s notice. But it’s not just small arms that make Marines so deadly, it’s also their vehicles—and future vehicles. Take a look at what makes the Corps such an effective fighting force. *M27 Infan...
The Scharnhorst Pocket Battleship: Hitler's Supership or Paper Tiger?
Robert Farley, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Robert Farley* *Naval History, * Pocket battleships went the way of all technology. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Scharnhorst remained at Kiel for most of 1942. In early 1943, it proceeded to Norway where it operated as part of a “fleet in being” with Prinz Eugen, Tirpitz (the sister of Bismarck) and other ships. These vessels threatened British convoys to Russia, inducing the convoys to occasionally disperse (making the easy prey for U-boats), and forcing the Royal Navy to keep assets in the area. The Treaty of Versailles drastically limited the size of the postwar Krieg...
Would America's Aircraft Carriers Survive a War With Russia or China?
Sebastien Roblin, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Sebastien Roblin* *Aircraft Carriers, * Missile defense and tough armor have their limits. *Here's What You Need to Remember:* Missile defense and tough armor have their limits. On May 31, 2017, the U.S. Navy accepted into service USS* Gerald Ford*, the first of up to four new fleet carriers. The massive 1,100-foot-long vessel will eventually embark around sixty aircraft, including twenty-four F-35 Lightning stealth fighters and another twenty to twenty-four FA-18 Super Hornets. It features a faster elevator for loading munitions, and new electromagnetic launch catapults (EMALS...
Death Before Defeat: How the Air Force Planned to Destroy Russia
Michael Peck, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Michael Peck* *Security, * The United States would have paid dearly. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *The SAC plan specified "the 'systematic destruction' of Soviet bloc urban-industrial targets that specifically and explicitly targeted 'population' in all cities, including Beijing, Moscow, Leningrad, East Berlin, and Warsaw," noted National Security Archive researchers. "Purposefully targeting civilian populations as such directly conflicted with the international norms of the day, which prohibited attacks on people per se (as opposed to military installations with civilian...
One of the Third Reich's Greatest Failures: The Type XXI U-Boat
Robert Beckhusen, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Robert Beckhusen* *Security, Europe* It took too much time, effort, and money, and was tied to a losing naval strategy. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *Too much emphasis on wonder weapons distracts from practical war efforts. On May 4, 1945 one of the most advanced submarines in the world crept up to a British Royal Navy cruiser. U-2511 was one of Germany’s new Type XXI-class “wonder” submarines, and she was hunting for Allied ships. She also represented one of the Third Reich’s biggest failures. More than 250 feet long and displacing 1,620 tons, the Type XXI packed six hy...
Bad Idea: Why Building So-Called Baby 'Aircraft Carriers' Won't Work
Michael Peck, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Michael Peck* *Aircraft Carriers, * You can't get something for nothing. *Here's What You Need to Remember:* Either the Navy ends with large carriers that aren't that much different than a Ford, or small carriers with radically less capabilities. The bottom line of a new study on U.S. aircraft carriers: you can't get something for nothing. The Navy can buy smaller, cheaper carriers rather than the $13 billion Ford-class behemoths it is currently constructing, according to a new study by RAND Corporation. But smaller and cheaper means reduced capabilities, and could prevent the...
Bad Idea: In 2016, Turkey Destroyed Its Own Air Force
Michael Peck, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Michael Peck* *Turkey Air Force, Middle East* Perhaps it would have been easier not to get rid of those F-16 pilots. *Here's What You Need to Know*: The purge defanged the Turkish military as a political threat. Fighter pilots aren't cheap. The U.S. Air Force estimates that training a new pilot to fly a plane like the F-35 costs $11 million. And that doesn't count the priceless experience of a veteran pilot who has been flying for years. That's why the U.S. Air Force is willing to offer half-million-dollar bonuses to retain experienced fighter pilots. So a nation that throws it...
The Philosophical Question: What is man?
Unknown, The Conservative Socrates - 14 hours ago
The question that the philosophers have been trying to answer for several millennia is: What is man? The scientific definitions of man can be found inside man—in his genetic composition, his mental state, his psychology, his physical features, his attributes like rationality, morality, and faith, his ability to use language, his power to be political and appreciate art. But a scientific definition is not what the philosophers are questing for. For the philosophers, the question—“what is man?”—is not a materialistic or objective question; for them, the question means “what can man be...
The Rubber Has Hit The Road
Owen Gray, Northern Reflections - 14 hours ago
The filibuster -- as it currently exists -- is on the way out. E.J. Dionne writes: Change is on the way. President Biden has signaled that the days of the Senate filibuster’s stranglehold on majority rule are numbered. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is scared to death that he’s right. McConnell is particularly worried that Democrats will use their majorities in the House and Senate to enact fundamental reforms to our political system, from protecting voting rights to containing dark money’s influence on elections. That’s why the man who supposedly loves Congress’s ...
TWITTER REPEATEDLY GIVES ME ERROR NOTICE WHEN I TRY TO UNBLOCK MY ACCOUNT USING THEIR VERIFICATION CODE
Jane Burgermeister, BIRDFLU666 WORDPRESS BLOG CONTINUES HERE - 14 hours ago
DON T WORRY, BILL GATES AND JACK DORSEY. CHINA HAS ALL THE CRIMINAL DOCUMENTS FROM PROBES E 17 449 AND D 15 218 ALREADY
TWITTER CONTINUES TO BLOCK MY ACCESS DESPITE MY ENTERING THEIR VERIFICATION CODE SEVERAL TIMES
Jane Burgermeister, BIRDFLU666 WORDPRESS BLOG CONTINUES HERE - 15 hours ago
Twitter tells me they can t unblock my feed due to a technical issue. Really, Jack Dorsey?
GMWatch publishes its response to UK government consultation on deregulation of gene editing
barovsky, The New Dark Age - 15 hours ago
GMWatch has submitted its response to the UK government consultation on the deregulation of gene editing in food and farming. The response is co-authored by GMWatch editor Claire Robinson, acting on behalf of GMWatch, and molecular geneticist Dr Michael Antoniou, who is responding as an individual.
Responding to the UK government’s public consultation on gene editing
barovsky, The New Dark Age - 15 hours ago
Here are some information/action points to help you respond to the DEFRA Consultation on the Regulation of Genetic Technologies. The response needs to be in by 17 March – the closing date of the consultation.
How Carnage on Okinawa Convinced Truman to Nuke Imperial Japan
Warfare History Network, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Warfare History Network* *Security, Asia* For the Japanese, defeat on Okinawa had been costly. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *What did the Okinawa victory gain for the Allies? First, it provided them with a base only 380 miles from the Japanese Home Islands. From this close proximity to the heart of the Japanese Empire, multiple attacks by land, sea, and air could be launched in the anticipated invasion of Japan proper. The war could be brought home forcefully to the enemy in a matter of a few short months. To the Americans, Okinawa represented a major stepping-stone toward...
The Suppressed Story of How a French Submarine "Sunk" a U.S. Aircraft Carrier
Kyle Mizokami, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, Americas* It technically didn't happen, but the "incident" has strong security implications. *Here's What You Need To Remember:* The “sinking” of the*Theodore Roosevelt* may have been a mere blow to pride, but it was also an important wake-up call to the dangers of modern naval warfare. In March 2015, one of the largest nuclear-powered warships in the world was “sunk” by one of the smallest. The *Saphir*, a French nuclear attack submarine, reportedly penetrated the defenses of the aircraft carrier USS *Theodore Roosevelt* and scored simulated torpedo ...
This Russian Stealth Fighter Was Supposed to Be a Game-Changer. It Failed.
Mark Episkopos, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Mark Episkopos* *Su-47, Eurasia* The Su-47 was a fascinating but flawed testbed for cutting-edge 1990’s fighter technology. *Here's What You Need to Know*: The Su-47 serves as a powerful reminder of the many twists and turns on Russia’s long road to a serially-produced fifth-generation fighter. At the Zhukovsky International Airport outside Moscow, Russia, MAKS 2019 air show attendees were treated to a rare piece of Russian military aviation history: the Su-47, a fascinating but flawed testbed for cutting-edge 1990’s fighter technology. Not seen since MAKS 2007, the Su-47 Ber...
Study the Picture: Will the U.S. Navy Build a "Ghost Fleet" of Drone Warships?
Robert Farley, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Robert Farley* *Security, * If anything, the Navy's future may depend on doing just that. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *The U.S. Navy hopes to use small UUVs, capable of being launched from a torpedo tube, to create the same kind of picture of the undersea space that satellites, radars, and UAVs can create of airspace Imagine a future in which nuclear attack submarines (SSNs) can deploy undersea drones (UUVs) to hunt, and possibly kill, enemy subs. The U.S. Navy, at least, is taking steps to make this a reality. What impact could this have? On the one hand, UUVs could sha...
The 1955 Nuclear War with China Over Taiwan That Never Was
Sebastien Roblin, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Sebastien Roblin* *History, Asia* Whether Eisenhower’s nuclear brinkmanship was what led to the ending of hostilities, however, is much debated. *Here's What You Need To Remember:* The United States remains legally committed to the defense of Taiwan, even though it no longer recognizes it as the government of China. In 1955, the Chinese People’s Liberation Army embarked on a bloody amphibious landing to capture a fortified Nationalist island, only about twice the size of a typical golf course. Not only did the battle exhibit China’s growing naval capabilities, it was a pivotal ...
WATCH: Three F-15s Chase the Moon's Shadow in a Solar Eclipse
James Clark, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*James Clark* *F-15 Eagle, Americas* You know you’ve got a pretty sweet gig when the morning’s training brief starts out with: “Today, what we’re out there to do, is intercept the eclipse.” In a recent National Geographic video, pilots with the 366th Fighter Wing at Idaho’s Mountain Home Air Force Base did exactly that. *Here's What You Need to Know*: "If we can do this, we can intercept anything." You know you’ve got a pretty sweet gig when the morning’s training brief starts out with: “Today, what we’re out there to do, is intercept the eclipse.” In a recent National Geographi...
You're Dead: These 5 Killer Missiles Could Sink Any Navy 'Battleship'
Kyle Mizokami, The National Interest - 13 hours ago
*Kyle Mizokami* *Missiles, * Navies all around the world have to worry about increasingly advanced anti-ship missiles. *You May Also Like: 5 Best Submarines of All Time, 5 Best Aircraft Carriers of All Time, 5 Best Battleships of All Time and Worst Submarine of All Time. * *Key point: *The U.S. Navy needs a new anti-ship missile. The current missile, Harpoon, was introduced in 1977. One of the best ASMs of the Cold War, Harpoon has aged into a mediocre missile unable to incorporate the latest technological advances. After decades of rapid innovation, the end of the Cold War and...
7 ways to avoid becoming a misinformation superspreader
H. Colleen Sinclair, Associate Professor of Social Psychology, Mississippi State University, Politics + Society – The Conversation - 13 hours ago
A social psychologist explains how to avoid being misled, and how to prevent yourself – and others – from spreading inaccurate information.
All American presidents have made spectacles of themselves – and there’s nothing wrong with that
Maurizio Valsania, Professor of American History, Università di Torino, Politics + Society – The Conversation - 13 hours ago
A president’s persona is always a public act. In that way, Trump's shtick – vulgar man of the people – was not exceptional. And every president has had to invent his version of the role.
Victims Urged to Come Forward As Cop Caught Drugging, Raping Man 8 Separate Times in a Night
Matt Agorist, The Free Thought Project - 13 hours ago
[image: officer]A police officer was caught drugging his victim and repeatedly raping him throughout the course of a night, 8 separate times.
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Peter, Bayou Renaissance Man - 14 hours ago
As most readers are aware, Miss D. and I are recovering from a nasty bout of COVID-19. I had a more severe case of it than she did, but I'm bouncing back faster, for some unknown reason. She's battling severe fatigue, and isn't happy about it at all. A few days ago she went to visit a friend who's just had another baby, and while there complained about how we're all treating her as a very delicate specimen. Their two-year-old decided (or was inspired) to drive home the point, to my great amusement. Click over to Miss D.'s blog to read what happened. Peter
Will NORAD Be Modernized?
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 14 hours ago
This map shows the extent of the North Warning System of radar stations as envisioned by Canada and the United States in 1987. When NORAD is modernized, it’s possible these radar stations may be moved further north. (Map courtesy of Department of National Defence) *CBC:* *The golden silence over NORAD renewal and the voices who want to shatter it * The old proverb "silence is golden" is pretty much the best way to describe the unwritten rule within the halls of power in Ottawa regarding NORAD, the North American Aerospace Defence Command. The Liberal government has been largely ...
A U.S. Army AH-64 Apache Used An Israeli-Made Missile To Blast A Small Boat 20 Miles Off The Coast Of Florida
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 14 hours ago
*Warzone/The Drive*: An Army AH-64 Apache Used An Israeli-Made Missile To Blast A Small Boat 20 Miles Away *The Israeli Spike-NLOS missile will give the Army's AH-64s a new, extremely precise way to deal with threats on land and at sea at extended ranges.* The U.S. Army and Air Force have offered new details about a test involving an AH-64E Apache attack helicopter firing an Israeli-made Spike-NLOS missile off the coast of Florida last month. The War Zone was first to report that this over-water launch had occurred in the course of our efforts to confirm a separate U.S. Navy Triden...
Brazil airline Gol says first quarter will be worse than expected due to pandemic second wave
Latin America News, The Rio Times - 14 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Gol Linhas Aereas Inteligentes on Thursday, March 18th, said it was revising downward its outlook for early 2021, suggesting the pandemic's second wave in Brazil is having significant negative impact on the air travel market. While Gol had expected that Q1 revenue would come in at R$2.4 billion (US$429.72 million), […] The post Brazil airline Gol says first quarter will be worse than expected due to pandemic second wave appeared first on The Rio Times.
US Air Force To Test Its First Hypersonic Missile This Month
War News Updates Editor, War News Updates - 14 hours ago
The Air Force said that it is planning to test the booster for a hypersonic missile that is designed to one day travel at more than 20 times the speed of sound. The test, which will take place sometime this month, will have a B-52H bomber carry an AGM-183A missile high into the air and launch it at more than five times the speed of sound *Daily Mail:* *US Air Force to test its first hypersonic missile that can travel 20 times the speed of sound making it impossible for enemy defenses to shoot down * * US Air Force set to test booster of hypersonic missile sometime this month *...
Children Fined $436, Required to Work it Off at $10/Hour for Missing Online Classes
Matt Agorist, The Free Thought Project - 14 hours ago
[image: classes]For missing too many online classes, authorities are issuing steep fines to school children that come with steep penalties for non-payment.
ExxonMobil submits proposal for fracking pilot project in Colombia
Latin America News, The Rio Times - 15 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - ExxonMobil Corp has submitted a proposal to carry out a pilot project for hydraulic fracturing - or fracking - in Colombia, the oil company and the Andean country’s national hydrocarbons agency (ANH) said on Wednesday, March 17th. ExxonMobil applied to carry out fracking investigations in Colombia’s Valle Medio del Magdalena […] The post ExxonMobil submits proposal for fracking pilot project in Colombia appeared first on The Rio Times.
Peru’s Opus Dei presidential candidate wears a sackcloth “to keep his desires in check”
Latin America News, The Rio Times - 15 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Peru’s Rafael López Aliaga, an ultra-conservative member of Opus Dei who practices celibacy and says he wears a sackcloth to keep his physical desires in check, has a serious shot at becoming the Andean country’s next president. The 60-year-old has jumped in recent opinion polls ahead of the April 11 […] The post Peru’s Opus Dei presidential candidate wears a sackcloth “to keep his desires in check” appeared first on The Rio Times.
The Sovietization of the American Press
Kate, Small Dead Animals - 15 hours ago
Matt Taibbi; The old con of the Manufacturing Consent era of media was a phony show of bipartisanship. Legitimate opinion was depicted as a spectrum stretching all the way from “moderate” Democrats (often depicted as more correct on social issues) to “moderate” Republicans (whose views on the economy or war were often depicted as more… Continue reading →
Norwegian Expert "Nothing but the vaccine can explain why..." Deadly blood clots were caused by the AstraZeneca covid vaccine
Penny, Penny for your thoughts - 12 hours ago
* Brief rant before the latest Astra Zeneca news:* *It's been stated so many times here. Humans have their own innate immune system. It works to keep us healthy. It is encapsulated within. It develops as we do. Our immune system is inherent in our very being. Since we are of this planet, this immune system, also integrates with the larger web of life. It interacts with the trees, plants, life. All that is outside of us, is within. * * Our most basic failure to truly understand how our natural immune system functions, I believe, has much to do with general malaise of this mod...
CalPERS Laughingstock: Marcie Frost, Who Previously Pursued Non-Existent Dual Bachelors/Masters Degree, Designates Herself Law School Grad and Bar Member; Investment Committee Chair Theresa Taylor Admits Not Knowing What SPACs Are
Yves Smith, naked capitalism - 14 hours ago
CalPERS' leadership has such an advanced case of Dunning Kruger effect that they can't recognize when they are making fools of themselves.
CalPERS Board Member Theresa Taylor Outs that a Staff Member Has Committed Fraud; When Will Giant Pension Come Clean?
Yves Smith, naked capitalism - 14 hours ago
Yet more misconduct at CalPERS.
"America’s Worst Drug Crisis Ever Is Causing The Streets Of Many U.S. Cities To Look Like A “Zombie Apocalypse” Has Arrived"
CoyotePrime, Running 'Cause I Can't Fly 2 - 14 hours ago
*"America’s Worst Drug Crisis Ever Is Causing The Streets Of* *Many U.S. Cities To Look Like A “Zombie Apocalypse” Has Arrived"* by Michael Snyder "America has been battling illegal street drugs for decades, but we have never seen anything like this. When the COVID pandemic hit the U.S., illegal drug use dramatically surged, and that has carried over into 2021. As I discussed a few days ago, the amount of meth that CBP agents have seized is up 9 percent so far in fiscal year 2021 and the amount of cocaine that CBP agents have seized is up 64 percent so far in fiscal year 2021. But t...
Asian Americans Grieve, Organize in Wake of Atlanta Attacks
AP News, Snopes.com - 14 hours ago
Six of the seven slain women in the shootings were identified as Asian.
Reforming the investment treaty regime: A ‘backward-looking' approach
bilaterals.org - 14 hours ago
18-Mar-2021 A plurilateral “interpretative statements,” whereby governments endorse joint statements clarifying and defining their positions on contentious clauses in their existing investment treaties would be a practical, flexible and low-cost option.
In Washington, ‘free trade' is no longer gospel
bilaterals.org - 14 hours ago
18-Mar-2021 Like its predecessor, the Biden administration has largely dispensed with the idea of free trade as a goal in and of itself.
Katherine Tai devient officiellement l'ambassadrice pour le commerce
bilaterals.org - 14 hours ago
18-Mar-2021 Le Sénat des Etats-Unis a confirmé la nomination de Katherine Tai au poste de représentante américaine au Commerce.
Pakistan promotes Belt and Road port for Central Asian trade
bilaterals.org - 14 hours ago
18-Mar-2021 Pakistan is offering access to Gwadar port, a strategic component in China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), to landlocked Central Asian countries in the hope of stimulating activity at the idle facility.
South Dakota trade group forms to aid prospective marijuana businesses
Bart Schaneman, Marijuana Business Daily - 15 hours ago
As South Dakota works to implement medical and recreational marijuana programs passed by voters in 2020, a new trade group seeks to assist cannabis companies in the state. South Dakota trade group forms to aid prospective marijuana businesses is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Ontario Cannabis Store appoints sixth president in three years, raising industry concern
Matt Lamers, Marijuana Business Daily - 15 hours ago
The executive turntable at the Ontario Cannabis Store (OCS) is spinning again, with the provincial wholesale monopoly and online retailer about to get its sixth president in three years. The rapid executive turnover has some industry watchers concerned the organization might be lacking executive continuity. Thomas Haig, who was appointed interim president in September 2020, […] Ontario Cannabis Store appoints sixth president in three years, raising industry concern is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Taking the p**s: Statue of Netanyahu relieving himself appears in Tel Aviv as Israelis head to polls
Galen, From the Trenches World Report - 15 hours ago
RT A statue showing Benjamin Netanyahu crouching and seemingly urinating has been erected in Tel Aviv a week before the Israeli prime minister faces his... The post Taking the p**s: Statue of Netanyahu relieving himself appears in Tel Aviv as Israelis head to polls appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
Trump Supporters Turn On Him Over COVID-19 Vaccine In Uncomfortable CNN Segment
Admin, From the Trenches World Report - 15 hours ago
Huffington Post – by Ed Mazza The coronavirus vaccine may be in short supply in much of the nation, but there are some communities where... The post Trump Supporters Turn On Him Over COVID-19 Vaccine In Uncomfortable CNN Segment appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
The White House is set to unveil a wide-reaching, billion-dollar campaign aimed at convincing every American to get vaccinated
Galen, From the Trenches World Report - 15 hours ago
STAT News – by Lev Facher WASHINGTON — The White House will soon unveil a wide-reaching public relations campaign aimed at boosting vaccine confidence and... The post The White House is set to unveil a wide-reaching, billion-dollar campaign aimed at convincing every American to get vaccinated appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
Doctor Warns Experimental COVID “Vaccine” Actually “Dangerous Gene Therapy”
Paul, From the Trenches World Report - 16 hours ago
Infowars – by Kelen McBreen Dr. Steven Hotze M.D., a conservative activist and medical professional out of Houston, Texas, wants Americans to know the COVID-19... The post Doctor Warns Experimental COVID “Vaccine” Actually “Dangerous Gene Therapy” appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
Money Is Made Up And We Can Change The Rules Whenever We Want
Caitlin Johnstone, Caitlin Johnstone - 16 hours ago
Have you ever noticed how online capitalism cultists who condescendingly tell socialists they “just don’t understand economics” are always unable to lucidly defend their own understanding of economics? If you’ve never pressed such a character to clearly and concisely explain what it is you “don’t […]
Russia recalls its ambassador to the US after Biden says he thinks Putin is a killer
Misty, From the Trenches World Report - 16 hours ago
USA Today WASHINGTON – Russia has recalled its ambassador to the United States to discuss relations with Washington, a foreign ministry spokeswoman said Wednesday. The move came... The post Russia recalls its ambassador to the US after Biden says he thinks Putin is a killer appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
Tornadoes, thunderstorms forecast for South and East Coast Thursday; thousands still without power in Mississippi and Alabama
Misty, From the Trenches World Report - 16 hours ago
Yahoo News Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are possible Thursday from parts of eastern Georgia northeastward through North Carolina, after several tornadoes and dozens of tornado... The post Tornadoes, thunderstorms forecast for South and East Coast Thursday; thousands still without power in Mississippi and Alabama appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
Another fool takes the lethal injection.
Sunfire, From the Trenches World Report - 16 hours ago
Since the original article was posted on the Trenches a while back, I think everyone should see the updates added to it. Apparently, Michael Zimmerman... The post Another fool takes the lethal injection. appeared first on From the Trenches World Report.
The Mighty Casey – a tribute to a great teacher
Keith, musingsofanoldfart - 15 hours ago
The following post was written about eight years ago in tribute to a college professor. As my mother was a teacher for years, I have a great affinity for all teachers, but especially the ones who go beyond the call. … Continue reading →
THE FUTILE BUT NEVER-ENDING SEARCH FOR GOOD REPUBLICANS
Steve M., No More Mister Nice Blog - 15 hours ago
*The New York Times* reports: ... in Iowa — a state that’s been trending red for years, and where Donald Trump won by over eight percentage points in November — a new survey by one of the country’s top pollsters suggests that voters are irked by the latest push to curtail voting access. Irked? Last week, the state’s Republican governor, Kim Reynolds, signed a bill passed by the G.O.P.-led state legislature that includes a number of restrictions on voting, including shortening the early-voting period by nine days and closing the polls an hour earlier on Election Day. The new poll...
Women in Georgia killed
Norma, Collecting My Thoughts - 15 hours ago
The "outrage" over the deaths of women killed in Georgia by a "sex addicted" man is going to be directed at Donald Trump after it makes the rounds of the "hate crime" group. He called it the China virus (as did many in media)--because the current pandemic was created in China. The Chinese are Asians, although we can be sure these women were not Chinese. But this will be laid at his feet, and once again the charges will be white supremacy. We have learned after 5 years of 24/7 media bias and lies, that nothing bad ever happened in America before Donald Trump. He has made the media an...
What If a U.S.-China War Starts And Can't Be Stopped?
Michael Peck, The National Interest - 15 hours ago
*Michael Peck* *Security, Asia* Mastro paints a picture of a nation confident enough in its own power that it will only settle for peace on its own terms. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *“China is not the same country it was when it fought its previous wars.” China’s military is stronger than its neighbors, its economy is more integrated into the global market, and the Communist Party has less control over public opinion than Mao or Deng Xiaoping did. Indeed, increasingly nationalistic Chinese public opinion will make it tougher for China to back down. It’s easier to start a...
Pearl Harbor Redux: Japan's Plan to Bomb the Panama Canal during WWII
Warfare History Network, The National Interest - 15 hours ago
*Warfare History Network* *Pearl Harbor, Asia* Due to the tide of the war, the plan never materialized, even though special submarines had been designed for it. *Here's What You Need To Remember:* Thet I-400s were the strategic predecessors to today’s ballistic submarines. Pearl Harbor II: Japan's Plan to Bomb the Panama Canal during WwiiYamamoto’s plan lived on with “new and improved” versions that helped the United States win the Cold War. Lieutenant Commander Stephen L. Johnson had a problem on his hands; a very large problem. His Balao-class submarine, the Segundo, had just p...
Why China Still Needs the United States to Succeed
Jimmy Chien, The National Interest - 15 hours ago
*Jimmy Chien* *U.S.-China Relations, Asia* China’s outlook and success are largely dependent on U.S. success. The United States watched China’s astronomic rise over the last few decades, hoping that an open market and capitalistic appeals would liberalize the authoritarian state. The world gave concessions in hopes to monetize the industrial might of the Middle Kingdom. The best-case scenarios did not pan out. Instead, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) stands on the world stage with the second-largest economy and near-peer military capabilities. While it is scary to think that...
How North Korea Plans to Swarm the South—Using 1940s Aircraft
Sebastien Roblin, The National Interest - 15 hours ago
*Sebastien Roblin* *North Korea, Asia* The threat of low-observable biplanes has apparently led South Korea to acquire two An-2s of its own. *Here's What You Need to Know*: North Korean An-2s have been modified to fire unguided rockets, rocket-propelled grenades and bombs. The North Korean People’s Air Force is predominantly composed of Soviet jet designs from the 1950s, or at least their Chinese clones, plus a smaller number of aircraft from the 1970s and 1980s. However, the most numerous aircraft in North Korean service is even more antiquated: a single-engine biplane transpor...
Meet History's Best (and Worst) Fighter Aircraft
Robert Farley, The National Interest - 15 hours ago
*Robert Farley* *Fighters, World* Robert Farley, one of the world’s best security experts, gives us his breakdown. *Here's What You Need to Know*: This article provides a strong look at the contenders for the world's best and worst fighters. So what are the best and worst fighter aircraft of all time? What plane would you pick for a war in the sky? On the surface, the questions seem easy to answer. One might look at which planes performed the best in combat as opposed to fighters that did not. Or, one could look at which planes had the best technology, took advantage of histori...
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