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Organizing Notes16 hours ago
Space week webinars: International speakers on Space & Climate links
*Two Zoom Webinars planned* *#1: Sunday, October 3 at 1:00 pm (New York) & 6:00 pm (London)* *Title: 'Linking Militarized Space & Climate Crisis - Latest news from US & Europe'* *Speakers: Stuart Parkinson (UK), Regina Hagen (Germany), Dieter Engels (German astronomer), Dave Webb (UK), Bruce Gagnon (Maine)* Zoom Link *here* *#2: Saturday, October 9 at 7:00 am (New York) & 12:00 noon (London)* *Title: 'Linking Militarized Space & Climate Crisis - Latest news from Indo-Pacific'* *Speakers: Dave Webb (UK), Aruna Kammila (India), Kevin Clements (New Zealand), Koohan ... read more
The Rio Times16 hours ago
Trade Confidence in Brazil falls to lowest level since May – FGVRIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The Trade Confidence Index (Icom), from the Brazilian Institute of Economy of the Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV Ibre), dropped 6.8 points in September, to 94.1 points, the lowest level since May of this year (93.7 points). In quarterly moving averages, the indicator fell (0.6 points) after four consecutive highs. "Trade […] The post Trade Confidence in Brazil falls to lowest level since May – FGV appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
The Rio Times16 hours ago
Peru closes Inca fortress for filming of the new ‘Transformers’ movieRIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - After Machu Picchu, the stone fortress is the second place of the Inca empire to be used as a location for the new film of the saga; the feature film will also be shot in the historic center of Cusco and the Amazon. Peru will close the ceremonial Inca fortress […] The post Peru closes Inca fortress for filming of the new ‘Transformers’ movie appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Need To Know16 hours ago
Johnson & Johnson Executives Warn against Giving J&J Vaccine to Kids.Brandon Schadt, Johnson & Johnson Regional Business Lead, repeatedly warned that children should not have to be forced to take Covid vaccines. He said that no one knows what the effects of the vaccines will be years and decades into the future, so there is no way to know if they are safe. read more
Need To Know17 hours ago
Top Tennis Player Stops Competing Due to COVID Vaccine Injury – Other Tennis Stars say “No”to the VaxFormer 2017 Davis Cup winner tennis player Jeremy Chardy announced he could no longer compete this year due to violent pain from the Pfizer shot. The world’s top four male players, Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Alexander Zverev, have all spoken about their reluctance to be vaccinated. read more
Need To Know17 hours ago
Croatian President Refuses More Vaccines. Romania and Czech Republic Cutting Down on Unwanted VaccinesCroatian President Zoran Milanović broke with the majority of his contemporaries in expressing frustration over medical authoritarianism and COVID hysteria pushed by the mainstream media and globalists. He said, "We’re vaccinated enough and everyone knows it." read more
Mining Awareness +20 hours ago
US Congressman Gallagher: This is Bigger than Dr. FauciUS Congressman Gallagher: “It’s good that people are now focused on Dr. Fauci’s role and that NIAID and NIH funding … Continue reading → read more
The Watchers » Latest articles17 hours ago
Deep M6.1 earthquake hits central Sea of JapanA deep earthquake registered by the JMA as M6.1 hit the central Sea of Japan at 08:37 UTC (17:37 JST) on September 29, 2021. The agency is reporting a depth of 400 km (248 miles). The USGS is reproing M6.1 at a depth of 367.7 km (228 miles). The epicenter was...... Read more » read more
The National Interest17 hours ago
Concerned About Defending Your Home? Check Out These Great Ammo Options*Gun News Daily* *Pistols, World* Each is worth a look. *Here's What You Need to Know*: Always remember that in gunfights, shot placement is king. I’ve been a handgun enthusiast for a little over a decade now, and I love everything about handguns. I love older pistol designs and all modern designs the same way. I have my preferences as far as handguns designs, i.e. I like hammer-fired handguns better than striker-fired ones, I like handguns with an all-steel frame better than those with a polymer or an alloy frame, and I like 1911s and SA/DA magnum revolvers far more than I’d e... read more
naked capitalism17 hours ago
Links 9/29/2021Need To Know17 hours ago
Marine Colonel who Criticized Afghanistan Withdrawal is now in Military LockupIn late August, Marine Battalion Commander Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller made a video criticizing his bosses and demanding accountability on video over the botched Afghan withdrawal that led to the devastating suicide bombing at the Kabul airport, which killed 13 US service members and scores of Afghans. read more
The Rio Times17 hours ago
Residential natural gas use in Brazil up 32.7% in 5 yearsRIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Residential natural gas use is starting to show consistent growth in Brazil. In 5 years, the number of consumption points increased from 2,911,900 units in June 2016 to 3,865,068 in June 2021 - up 32.7%, according to data from the Brazilian Association of Piped Gas Distribution Companies (ABEGÁS). "This result […] The post Residential natural gas use in Brazil up 32.7% in 5 years appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Need To Know17 hours ago
Calif. Governor Newsom Signs Law Requiring Mail-in Ballots for Everyone. Vote Fraud is now GuaranteedThe California legislature passed a law for mail-in voting for every registered, voter, embracing an extended and flexible voting process instead of the traditional focus on a single day of voting in person. California is the eight state to enact voting by mail. The new law, AB 37, also applies to local elections read more
MJBizDaily17 hours ago
Western US marijuana growers prep for harvest after heat, drought and lower pricesFrom wildfires to record heat to prolonged drought, outdoor cannabis cultivators across the American West had more than a few obstacles to contend with this year. Western US marijuana growers prep for harvest after heat, drought and lower prices is a post from: MJBizDaily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs read more
Komando.com17 hours ago
Streaming comparison: Roku vs. Apple TV vs. Fire TV vs. Chromecast
Roku, Apple TV, Fire TV or Chromecast. Which streaming device is best for you? read more
Need To Know17 hours ago
Italy Orders Companies not to Pay Unvaccinated WorkersEven those who have had the virus, recovered and developed anti-bodies will still have to get at least one dose of the vaccine, presumably to show compliance. Italy's ‘green pass’ vaccine passport also tracks an individual’s location, once again emphasizing how it’s a digital ID card on steroids. read more
The Rio Times17 hours ago
Brazil Petrobras back on the scene with diesel hike; Moody’s rating and privatizationRIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Earlier on Monday, Minister Paulo Guedes said that ideally the company should be privatized within a 10-year time frame. The readjustment of diesel on Tuesday came after the company's president Joaquim Silva e Luna advocated the current model of fuel pricing in Brazil and signaled that he would increase the […] The post Brazil Petrobras back on the scene with diesel hike; Moody’s rating and privatization appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT17 hours ago
John Stossel Suing FacebookBy Paul Homewood I covered John Stossel’s experience with Facebook’s “factcheckers” a few months ago. Now he is suing Facebook for defamation: read more
Modern Tokyo Times17 hours ago
DRC and another sex scandal involving the WHO: Exploitation during Ebola crisisDRC and another sex scandal involving the WHO: Exploitation during Ebola crisis Noriko Watanabe and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times During times of crisis, concerning devastating earthquakes, Ebola, malnutrition, war, and so forth, various organizations connected to the United Nations (UN) and international charities have exploited females and children for sex. Hence, another scandal […] The post DRC and another sex scandal involving the WHO: Exploitation during Ebola crisis first appeared on Modern Tokyo Times. read more
Retraction Watch18 hours ago
Paper that ripped off a PhD thesis is retractedThe authors of a 2021 article on “cognitive radio” have lost the paper after the journal learned that they’d pilfered the work from a doctoral dissertation. “A Cluster-Based Distributed Cooperative Spectrum Sensing Techniques in Cognitive Radio” was published in the proceedings of the 2020 International Conference on Innovative Data Communication Technologies and Application, which was … Continue reading Paper that ripped off a PhD thesis is retracted read more
Need To Know18 hours ago
How I Escaped a Secret Government Quarantine Hotel in British Colombia, CanadaIsabella Alexandria and her husband were tested for Covid at the border as they were returning to their home in Canada. She tested positive and was whisked off to a quarantine hotel in violation of the Quarantine Act. read more
Komando.com18 hours ago
Quick tip to speed up your PC or Mac
Is your PC or Mac running slow? Take these simple steps to speed things up again. read more
NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT18 hours ago
Add Another £2500 To That Heat Pump BillBy Paul Homewood h/t Ben Vorlich Add a other £12 billion to that Net Zero bill! The Heating and Hot Water Industry Council (HHIC) has this week warned Government advisors that there is a potential £12.5billion risk to consumers when it comes to heating their homes in future. They have claimed […] read more
The Rio Times18 hours ago
Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul governor says he will not be “anti-PT” or “anti-Bolsonarist” if running for PSDBRIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - "It's not about being anti-PT or anti-Bolsonarist. It is about not being anti anything. Brazil needs to stop destroying, to stop being against one or the other or even both," Leite told journalists. "We will discuss what we want to be, about the future Brazil." "We will mark different positions […] The post Brazil’s Rio Grande do Sul governor says he will not be “anti-PT” or “anti-Bolsonarist” if running for PSDB appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Komando.com19 hours ago
Keep your COVID vaccine card safe with a holder – A 5-pack is $6 right now
You probably went through a lot of effort to get your vaccination card. To make sure it lasts, p read more
Komando.com19 hours ago
Do this now: How to password-protect the page that lists all your Google searches and history
Increase privacy by changing this one setting to hide your Google search history. read more
Komando.com20 hours ago
Amazon unveils robot on wheels, a $60 smart thermostat and more
Amazon just held an event announcing a bunch of excellent new products. Here's everything you need to know. read more
Age of Autism The Rebel Alliance!17 hours ago
Disaster Preparedness
Note: A reader asked me what yesterday's post had to do with autism. It's a balance these days, because of Covid, which is on everyone's radar, to manage post flow. I hope this seems more relevant. ### From Safeminds September... Related Stories - Action Alert Tell White House Your Thoughts on the Mandate - Are We Worth 3/5 of a Life? STOP MANDATES! - Former Secretary of Education Arne Duncan Compares Americans to Suicide Bombers read more
The Watchers » Latest articles17 hours ago
Unprecedented power outages hit China's homes and factories, increasing global supply chain chaosCoal shortages are causing unprecedented power outages in parts of China ahead of the winter season, affecting the country's economy and increasing global supply chain chaos. It's estimated that around 44% of China's industrial activity is affected by...... Read more » read more
The National Interest17 hours ago
How America Stopped a Chinese Takeover of Taiwan in the 1950s*Sebastien Roblin* *Taiwan, Asia* The United States warned that it was considering using nuclear weapons to defend the Nationalist government. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Whether Eisenhower’s nuclear brinkmanship was what led to the ending of hostilities, however, is much debated. 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 moment in a chain of events ... read more
The National Interest17 hours ago
How the M203 Grenade Launcher Revolutionized Infantry Weapons*Kyle Mizokami* *Assault Rifle, United States* The M203 served the U.S. military for decades before being replaced by the newer M320. *Here’s What You Need to Remember: *The M203 is a pump-action weapon that secures itself to a M16A1 rifle by way of a distinctive metal shroud that fit over the existing rifle handgun. The grenade launcher was loaded by pushing the barrel forward and inserting a 40-millimeter grenade into the breech. The M203 grenade launcher gave soldiers unprecedented grenade range in a compact, durable package. The weapon, introduced in the waning days of the ... read more
naked capitalism17 hours ago
Michael Hudson and Thomas Piketty Debate Inequality, Debt, and ReformThomas Piketty and Micheal Hudson address "What is debt," and also address inequality, rentierism, and reform in the West and China. read more
naked capitalism18 hours ago
How Milton Friedman Aided and Abetted Segregationists in His Quest to Privatize Public EducationThe Milton Friedman “school choice” scheme in the 1950s aimed to block equal, integrated education for black families. read more
naked capitalism18 hours ago
Jared Holst: Rolling with the HolmiesBad enough that Elizabeth Holmes could conceivably wriggle out of a conviction. Even if she loses. we'll have to endure her "Holmies". read more
The Duran18 hours ago
EUROPE’S ENERGY CRISIS! + GERMANY ELECTS – ALEXANDER MERCOURIS + TOM LUONGO (FULL)Once again I am thrilled to be with Tom Luongo and Alexander Mercouris of the Duran. We look at the latest from the audits and Tom and Alex give their insightful take on current events and how they might roll out in the future. We cover the UK, the energy crisis in Europe, Nordstream, the […] read more
Electroverse18 hours ago
Global Energy Crisis: China Coal Inventory Nears Record Low, Nation Suffers Worst Outages in a Decade; LNG Prices Hit New Highs; Brent Crude SoarsOf China's 31 provincial jurisdictions, 20 have been forced to implement electricity-rationing measures--and it's only September, when demand is low. The post Global Energy Crisis: China Coal Inventory Nears Record Low, Nation Suffers Worst Outages in a Decade; LNG Prices Hit New Highs; Brent Crude Soars appeared first on Electroverse. read more
Modern Tokyo Times19 hours ago
Japan LDP leadership battle: Fumio Kishida wins and vows a fairer societyJapan LDP leadership battle: Fumio Kishida wins and vows a fairer society Kanako Mita and Sawako Utsumi Modern Tokyo Times Fumio Kishida emerged victorious after winning the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership battle. Ordinary members of the LDP had voted in higher numbers for Taro Kono, with Kishida coming second. However, elected LDP politicians voted […] The post Japan LDP leadership battle: Fumio Kishida wins and vows a fairer society first appeared on Modern Tokyo Times. read more
Virtual Mirage19 hours ago
Checking InIn Red China Hiding your money from the government is an obsession that far eclipses anything you have experienced in the US. They make drug lords look like pikers. So cryptocurrency is now illegal there. It is no surprise that China would summarily wipe out any and all competition […] The post Checking In appeared first on Virtual Mirage. read more
balance1019 hours ago
Dr. Nelson-Rees on cell line contamination, 1994 memoir
Oral History Interview: Dr. Walter Nelson-Rees, formerly associated with the Naval Biological Laboratories in Oakland, California, and the development of a cell bank which was initially contracted with Dr. Stewart Madin which evolved into a facility for both animal and human normal and cancer cell lines. Oakland, California, December 4, 1994 Interviewer: Dr. Robert Stevenson, formerly of the National Cancer Institute. Nelson-Rees: And they grow anywhere. And so there may have not been any need to do anything other than grow them. And I frankly think that the people who... read more
The National Interest19 hours ago
How Could Russia Have Won The Cold War?*Robert Farley* *Cold War, Europe* Few who actively fought the Cold War believed in American invincibility. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *The Soviets could have bled the Americans much more effectively than they did in either Korea or Vietnam, although it’s unclear whether it would have been enough to force the United States to scale down its international commitments. Could the Soviets have won the Cold War? In retrospect, Soviet defeat seems overdetermined. The USSR suffered from a backwards economy, an unappealing political system, and unfortunate geography. But even int... read more
The National Interest19 hours ago
Meet the Best 1911 9mm Guns on the Market*Gun News Daily* *1911, World* The historic 1911 is a popular weapon for good reason. *Here's What You Need to Know*: This list cuts through the confusion of multiple models and prices. You’ve seen the 1911 in hundreds of movies, and it’s probably the first gun that comes to mind when you think of a pistol. Before we take a look at our top picks for cheap 1911s, let’s explore the history of this iconic gun. *HISTORY OF THE 1911* The 1911 pistol is an American icon. It has been in the the hands of 5 generations and its popularity is still rising. This pistol has become synonymo... read more
The National Interest19 hours ago
The Battle of Surigao Strait Was A Slaughter, But Not For America*Robert Farley* *World War II, Pacific* The last survivor of Nishimura’s force, the destroyer Shigure, was sunk by a submarine in early 1945. All of the major American ships survived the war. *Here's What You Need to Remember: * The Japanese could not reply in kind to the Americans, as they lacked the radar and in any case were being utterly savaged by cruiser and battleship fire. Both Yamashiro and Mogami (the latter a survivor of Midway) took brutal damage. While the aircraft carriers of Admiral William “Bull” Halsey wreaked terror on the Center Force of Takeo Kurita, two other... read more
The National Interest19 hours ago
From Russia with No Love, Meet the Iskander Missile*TNI Staff* *Iskander Missiles, * NATO, Europe, and the rest of the world fear these massive missiles. The 9K720 Iskander-M—known in NATO parlance as the SS-26 Stone—is a potent short-range ballistic missile. While export versions of the missile have a range of 280 kilometers and payload of 480Kg, the weapons destined for domestic service have a range 500 kilometers, *according to Global Security* . *(This first appeared in 2016 and is being reposted due to reader interest and breaking news that North Korea's latest missile is very similar to this weapon.)* Other sources such a... read more
The Duran19 hours ago
LOCALS EXCLUSIVE: Joe Biden, The Incredible Shrinking PresidentLOCALS EXCLUSIVE: Joe Biden, The Incredible Shrinking President Old man in a hurry: Biden must act quickly to save his presidency https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2021/sep/26/old-man-in-a-hurry-biden-must-act-quickly-to-save-his-presidency Old man in a hurry: Biden must act quickly to save his presidency Old man in a hurry: Biden must act quickly to save his presidency s Joe Biden failing? Less than nine […] read more
The Rio Times19 hours ago
Economy Minister: “Concept that Brazil will not grow next year is political, fake news”RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - "This idea that Brazil will not grow [next year] is political, it's blah blah blah, it's fake news," Guedes told retail entrepreneurs. "If we get scared, saying that Brazil is going to sink, like the doom and gloom crowd that says that the GDP is going to plummet 10% and […] The post Economy Minister: “Concept that Brazil will not grow next year is political, fake news” appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Climate Collections22 hours ago
Prince of Hypocrites Strikes Again!Originally posted on NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT: By Paul Homewood ? Do they think we are all idiots? ? THE Duke and Duchess of Sussex went on stage at a gig that called for climate change action — then took a private jet home. The star-studded Global Citizen Live concert in New… read more
Climate Collections22 hours ago
Updated Sept. 28 Europe Energy Stress Test Under Way
Originally posted on Science Matters: Update Sept. 28 Additional commentary in Footnote at end Europeans are going to get a strong dose of energy cuts Greta has long called for since starting her Fridays for the Future. Shortages of fossil fuels are in the outlook and already reflected in skyrocketing prices. Tyler Durden explains at… read more
The National Interest19 hours ago
The U.S. Navy's Los Angeles Class Subs Dominated the Cold War*Kyle Mizokami* *Los Angeles-Class Submarine, United States* The Navy ultimately built 62 Los Angeles-class boats between 1976 and 1996, many of which are still in service today. *Here's What You Need to Know*: At 360 feet long and 6,927 tons submerged, the Los Angeles–class submarines were designed to be 20 percent longer and 50 percent larger by displacement volume than their predecessors, the Sturgeon class. They are also reportedly much faster: while the Sturgeon class could make twenty-six knots submerged, the Los Angeles class can allegedly make a swift thirty-seven knots. ... read more
The Rio Times19 hours ago
Brazil Ibovespa plunges 3% and returns to 110,000 points; dollar hits R$5.42RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - After a slight respite on Monday's trading session, Ibovespa fell again on Tuesday, September 28. The main index of the B3 followed the pessimistic scenario in the United States, with investors concerned about the rise in inflation and a potential interest rate hike ahead of schedule. Amid the already negative […] The post Brazil Ibovespa plunges 3% and returns to 110,000 points; dollar hits R$5.42 appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Global Issues News Headlines19 hours ago
New approach needed to make digital data flow beneficial for allThe world needs a new approach to allow as many people as possible to access digital data across borders, the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) said on Wednesday. Read the full story, “New approach needed to make digital data flow beneficial for all”, on globalissues.org → read more
balance1019 hours ago
March-April 2020 agreement: there would be censorship of reports counter to Covid-19 narrativeat 9:30 of Dr. R. Malone video interview: at White House meeting with Amazon and other IT in March-April 2020 that there would be censorship of reports counter to Covid-19 narrative from the rulers. Put in effect April 2020. Documented, he says, by his wife, also a medical researcher. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHSe-fcA6r0 …………............................................... 7-27-20 *Facebook* has removed a video posted by *Breitbart News *earlier today, which was the top-performing Facebook post in the world Monday afternoon, of a press conference in D.C. held by the ... read more
The Rio Times19 hours ago
Brazil Soccer Confederation authorizes public attendance at “Brasileirão” matchesRIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - For the first time since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Brazilian Soccer Confederation (CBF) on Tuesday announced that stadiums will be allowed to host fans at Brazilian Championship matches. Occupancy rates will comply with local health authorities' official authorization. The majority approved the return of the public to […] The post Brazil Soccer Confederation authorizes public attendance at “Brasileirão” matches appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
The Rio Times20 hours ago
Criticized by Bolsonaro, vaccine passport advances in 249 cities in BrazilRIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Independently, institutions such as the Court of Justice and the Prosecutor's Office of São Paulo also require immunization. Rules with this requirement are now a reality in 249 municipalities, equivalent to 10.1% of the cities that answered the survey conducted by the National Confederation of Municipalities (CNM). The North Region […] The post Criticized by Bolsonaro, vaccine passport advances in 249 cities in Brazil appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
The Rio Times20 hours ago
Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro Niemeyer Avenue reopened after June collapseRIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - In June, Geo-Rio's team was forced to intervene on the site to repair a pipe affecting the drainage system. The damage resulted in a fissure in the roadway and part of the asphalt gave way. The affected stretch was replaced and the road was cleared by 4 PM. Before these […] The post Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro Niemeyer Avenue reopened afer June collapse appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
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