Friday, December 31, 2021

31 December - Blogs I'm Following - 4 of 5

 10 pm MST

Halifax Examiner16 hours ago
“We need accountability”: Nova Scotia has set ambitious climate change goals, but concrete action is elusiveThis reminds me of a Shakespearian play : " Much Ado About Nothing"
It’s the last day of 2021 – an excellent time to consider how well Nova Scotia applied the brakes on the pace of climate change. But answers to related questions remain elusive amid shifting “goals” and “benchmarks,” while concrete actions that would underscore the urgency to keep the Earth’s temperature from rising more than 1.5 […] read more


EU Energy Policy Is A Trainwreck
By Paul Homewood This is how the EU energy crisis looks to a US investment analyst: Investment thesis The current high energy price environment in Europe risks becoming more or less permanent, given recent events that center around the Ukraine crisis. Europe’s energy security challenges have their root in the 2014 confrontation […] read more
Cairns News17 hours ago
Which flock is yours?
Letter to the Editor I was in a shopping centre, naturally without a mask yesterday when a young shop assistant said to me, “Excuse me sir but you have to wear a mask.” I replied: ” Which flock do you belong to?” Looking perplexed, the young, officious counter attendant said “I don’t know.” “I asked […] read more
Electroverse17 hours ago
Wavy Jet Stream = Big Temp Contrast (-38F in MT, +87F in AL); Record Cold And Snow Hit Alaska; + Saskatchewan Breaks 16 Low Temp Records, Sets New Power Usage
In these days of catastrophic global warming, Environment Canada have an extreme cold weather alert in place and have urged people to take "extraordinary precautions"... The post Wavy Jet Stream = Big Temp Contrast (-38F in MT, +87F in AL); Record Cold And Snow Hit Alaska; + Saskatchewan Breaks 16 Low Temp Records, Sets New Power Usage appeared first on Electroverse. read more
Little Children Suing 33 Governments
By Paul Homewood Using children for political purposes is child abuse. So why is the BBC giving credibility to this latest venture? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/science-environment-59776108 According to the Guardian: Young activists from Portugal have filed the first climate change case at the European court of human rights in Strasbourg, demanding 33 countries make […] read more
PrairiePundit14 hours ago
A year of Bungled Bidenism
Washington Examiner: The year now ending should have been one of the easiest ever for a U.S. president. It was a time of international peace and economic recovery. The southern border was secure. With three vaccines in hand, all President Joe Biden had to do was sit back and follow former President Donald Trump’s vaccination program, end the mask mandates, and let the economy bounce back from a government lockdown-created recession. But Biden couldn’t leave well enough alone. Tempted by the siren’s song of left-wing historians whispering in his ear that he could be “the next FDR... read more
Bleeding Combat Strength: Why and How India Plans to Upgrade Its Air Force
*Sebastien Roblin* *India, Asia* U.S. officials have refused to back down from threats to level CAATSA sanctions on India for the deal. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *But when the same official tells The Diplomat that there is “no blanket application” of CAATSA sanctions, one can sense the threat may have no teeth due to Washington’s eagerness to court Indian support in strategic competition with China. As we enter the 2020s, the Indian Air Force will continue to shrink in size to twenty-six out of a required forty-two squadrons due to retirements of aging Cold War Russian... read more
Untitled
* Schools are Now Vaccinating Children without Their Parents’ Consent * Schools in blue states are making it clear to parents that they will use every dirty trick at their disposal to vaccinate children — with or without explicit parental consent. Dr. Aaron Kheriarty, who is a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, shared the harrowing news on Twitter. “LA Unified School District is vaccinating children without parental consent,” Kheriarty said. “They send your kid home with a form, and when the kid comes back to school—whether or not the form is signed—they consider the ... read more
PrairiePundit16 hours ago
AOC finds freedom in Florida?
*National Review:* *EXCLUSIVE: AOC Spotted in Miami Beach as NYC Reports Record Covid Cases* Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez (D., N.Y) dines out at Doraku Sushi and Izakaya in Miami Beach as New York sees record surge in Covid-19 cases. (National Review/Anonymous) ... There is more. I don't blame her. I would leave New York too along with thousands of others. read more
Viable Opposition16 hours ago
The World Health Organization and the Next Global Pandemic
With 2021 having been the year of the COVID-19 pandemic, let's close out this rather dystopic year with a look at what lies ahead for the world if the World Health Organization (aka the Bill Gates Health Organization) gets its way. To very little fanfare, on November 28, 2021, the World Health Organization announced that a Special Session of the World Health Assembly had begun the process of establishing an intergovernmental body also known as an INB with the goal of addressing the gaps in preventing, preparing for and responding to health emergencies. This was only the secon... read more
The B-21 Raider Is On The Market. Who Is Buying?
*Marcus Hellyer* *Security, Stealth Bomber, B-21 Raider, * The B-21 could deliver a broad range of effects. *Here's What to Remember: *Because of its inherent range, the B-21 wouldn’t require air-to-air refuellers. Being based well inland, it wouldn’t be exposed to the same extent to the threats that our northern bases or offshore airbases are faced with. A strike platform like the B-21 would still require sophisticated enablers to find and precisely target an adversary in that huge combat radius. Australia needs to consider its options for projecting greater military power in a... read more
Advanced Variant: F-15EX Outmaneuvers F-15E Capabilities
*Peter Suciu* *F-15 EX Fighter, * The F-15EX is a two-seat fighter that will feature capabilities that are completely unique to the Air Force's version. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *The service had previously announced plans to acquire the F-15EX as part of the Future Years Defense Program. Even as the United States Air Force continues to acquire the fifth-generation Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II fighter jet, the service will also be receiving the latest updated version of the Boeing F-15 – a platform that first took flight long before many of today's pilots were even... read more
Twas the Week After Christmas
Dear Readers, we hope you are having a week with a little bit of rest, a little more help and a lot of love. Thank you for your support during 2021. Here's to a 2022 of.... fill in the blank. read more
naked capitalism17 hours ago
Why Is the UK’s National Health Service Being Run by Former Bankers?
This forms part of a disturbing new trend in which bankers and central bankers are taking up positions of influence within government beyond their traditional bailiwicks. read more
The New Dark Age17 hours ago
Top 10 C&C articles of 2021 … and all time
31 December, 2021 — Climate & Capitalism There are now 2,776 articles on the Climate & Capitalism website. How many have you read? In 2021, Climate & Capitalism published 91 new articles. These attracted the most readers. The IPCC Report: Key findings and radical implications Beyond the headlines: what climate science now shows about Earth’s … Continue reading Top 10 C&C articles of 2021 … and all time read more
Even with Upgrades, Chinese J-15 are No Match for American Fighters
*Kris Osborn* *J-15, China* At best, an upgraded Chinese J-15 might rival an American carrier-launched F/A-18 Super Hornet. However, the J-15 is likely unable to compete with a U.S. carrier-launched F-35C or F-35B. A Chinese government-backed newspaper, citing Chinese website eastday.com, has reported that the People’s Liberation Army Navy has upgraded its carrier-launched J-15 fighter. The J-15 has a new wing configuration, wingtip missile pylons, radar, and an infrared search and track system. The upgrades do not seem especially remarkable, however. There is little information... read more
Small Dead Animals17 hours ago
Temporarily Unexpected
Kamala’s response to questions about inflation really highlights that constant complaint from her staffers that she “refuses to wade into briefing materials.” pic.twitter.com/EE8sGMBqYG — Matt Whitlock (@mattdizwhitlock) December 30, 2021 read more
The Rio Times17 hours ago
Analysis: Brazil, Mexico, Chile and Argentina are the pioneers of the photovoltaic revolution in Latin America
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - In just ten years, installed photovoltaic capacity in the region has grown from just under sixty megawatts to over 20,000 megawatts in operation today. However, more than 85% of this capacity is concentrated in just four countries: Brazil, Mexico, Chile, and Argentina. These are some of the findings of the […] The post Analysis: Brazil, Mexico, Chile and Argentina are the pioneers of the photovoltaic revolution in Latin America appeared first on The Rio Times . read more
The New Dark Age18 hours ago
NATO’s cognitive warfare and the destruction of the truth
History is constrained by a series of laws. Empires fall, productive forces become obsolete after society gets ready to outgrow them, inequalities destroy societies when they get too big, the environment turns against civilizations when it’s abused too much, and so on. These principles conflict with the ideology of the capitalist ruling class, especially in the imperialist countries. And this contradiction grows bigger as capitalism’s crises intensify. So the ruling class within these countries is engineering methods for waging a cognitive war against its internal population. read more
The New Dark Age18 hours ago
Colonialism: a cancer on the planet
This highly unusual book highlights a forgotten journalist and thinker, but just as much, the assiduous research and interpretations by Tony Pecinovsky, a St. Louis activist and non-academic scholar, on the history of the U.S. Left. W.A. Hunton, to quote W.E.B. Du Bois, was “the kind of absolutely honest and unselfish scholar who is apt to be trampled on and neglected in the present American world.” (p.177) Thanks to Pecinovsky, Hunton is rediscovered. read more
The Rio Times18 hours ago
Paraguay: Members of Brazil’s most dangerous criminal gang tried to escape from prison through a tunnel
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The Paraguayan police found a tunnel dug in one of the wings of the Ciudad del Este prison where members of the Brazilian criminal group First Capital Command (PCC) were being held. They had been trying to escape, and the officers managed to prevent them from carrying out their escape […] The post Paraguay: Members of Brazil’s most dangerous criminal gang tried to escape from prison through a tunnel appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Small Dead Animals18 hours ago
Dear Leader’s CBC Is Outraged!
The Liberal Party’s CBC is outraged that a former Conservative premier was awarded the Order of Ontario. As shown by the recent awards for the Order of Canada, only Indians, muslims, Liberals, and CBC employees should be honoured. I’m sure the network will provide further updates on Mike Harris receiving the Order of Ontario. In… Continue reading → read more
Cairns News19 hours ago
Deputy PM Barny Joyce talks with renegade Liberal George Christensen
Love him or hate him Barny is talking the talk. What he hasn’t mentioned is that his father-in-law Peter Campion from Tolga on the Atherton Tablelands has been chosen by Clive Palmer and Craig Kelly to run against Bob Katter in his long-held federal seat of Kennedy. The intellectual Peter Campion is no slouch when […] read more
Modern Tokyo Times19 hours ago
Tourism in Nagano and Jigokudani Monkey Park
Tourism in Nagano and Jigokudani Monkey Park Kanako Mita and Hiroshi Saito Modern Tokyo Times In the prefecture of Nagano, the Jigokudani Monkey Park is a great place to watch Snow Monkeys (Japanese Macaques) bathing in a natural onsen (hot spring). From a photographic point of view, the winter season from December to March is […] The post Tourism in Nagano and Jigokudani Monkey Park first appeared on Modern Tokyo Times. read more
Top Ten Dance Songs 2021
Time for this most cherished tradition: the year end review of the hottest tunes. For those reading unfamiliar with contemporary fashions in electronic music set to repetitive beats, some schooling with last year's list and the greatest songs of the 2010s is in order. With the necessary context supplied, let's get down to brass tacks: I've never had as much trouble whittling the list down to 10. The kibosh Covid put on touring has seen artists, DJs, and producers spend more time in the studio, and it shows. Undoubtedly I'll be discovering good stuff I've missed this year for years ... read more
Did the Pentagon's Global Posture Review Disappoint?
*Mark Episkopos* *military, Americas* The review has come under fire from critics who maintain that the Pentagon has failed to make the tough strategic choices necessary to put the military on the path to a sustainable global footing. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *A press statement released on Monday announced the review’s conclusion, the Defense Department said that the “review directs additional cooperation with allies and partners to advance initiatives that contribute to regional stability and deter potential Chinese military aggression and threats from North Korea.” T... read more
What Is America's Next Bomber Going to Like?
*Kris Osborn* *Air Force Bombers, United States* For many years now, the Air Force has maintained that its bomber fleet size was insufficient to meet the demand of the Defense Department’s combatant commanders. *Here's What You Need to Know: *Currently, the B-1B Lancer aircraft and B-2 Spirit are undergoing upgrades that will allow them to have an extended lifespan. This will sustain the size of the bomber fleet until larger numbers of the B-21 Raider arrive. The number of bomber aircraft in the Air Force’s fleet will be decided by budget deliberations, future debates and other ... read more
The U.S. Needs to Invest More in Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles
*Kris Osborn* *Nuclear Triad, United States* Could the United States ever ensure effective nuclear deterrence with just nuclear-armed bombers and submarines? *Here's What You Need to Remember: * “This triad lives in the context of a modernized Russian triad. The triad lives in the context of a real and rapidly growing Chinese triad, and it lives in the mind of our allies" Could the United States ever ensure effective nuclear deterrence with just nuclear-armed bombers and submarines? Could the mission be accomplished without any intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs), which a... read more
How Green Berets Fine-Tune Their Rifles for Combat
*Travis Pike* *Green Berets, United States* The Green Beret rifle is a perfect representation of both the modularity of the AR platform and the versatility of the Green Berets. *Key Point:* The M4A1 eliminates the burst fire function from the old M4 and provides semi-automatic and full-auto firing modes. This allows accessories to be mounted closer to the muzzle, and for lights and laser aiming devices, this can be quite valuable. The world of service rifles is pretty standard, at least among conventional forces, but once we start looking into more specialized roles, we began to ... read more
How Critical are Submarines for Taiwan's Defense?
*Kris Osborn* *Submarine Warfare, Taiwan* These boats, in conjunction with U.S. Navy attack submarines, might indeed be well-positioned to stop the People’s Liberation Army Navy, given their weapons ability and stealthy characteristics. *Here's What to Remember: *It seems reasonable to consider that submarines and undersea assets might be the best way for the United States and its allies to stop a Chinese invasion of Taiwan. Surface ships are visible to an enemy from miles away. Many drones and aircraft are easily detectable. Ground-based weapons such as missile launchers and ... read more
balance1018 hours ago
inside the "vaxs"
inside the “vaccines”—many very clear pictures https://www.bitchute.com/video/hGNxhDQC9Hcz/ ……………….. graphene in vaccines news, this one intense https://www.bitchute.com/video/6OM8D4X8eQfS/ ……………………. read more
The Rio Times18 hours ago
Bolsonaro announces 10.18% increase in Brazil’s minimum wage in 2022
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro announced Thursday his decision to raise the minimum wage in Brazil by 10.18%, from the current 1,100 reais (US$213) per month to 1,212 reais (US$234) as of January, which is equivalent to the inflation expected for this year. "The new value of the minimum wage will […] The post Bolsonaro announces 10.18% increase in Brazil’s minimum wage in 2022 appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
The Rio Times18 hours ago
Brazil’s public sector may have in 2021 its first primary surplus since 2013 -Treasury
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The consolidated public sector, which includes the federal government, states, municipalities, and public enterprises, may close 2021 with a primary surplus in public accounts, predicts the National Treasury. This would be the first positive result since 2013. Since then, the public accounts have accumulated eight consecutive years of primary deficit. […] The post Brazil’s public sector may have in 2021 its first primary surplus since 2013 -Treasury appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Gerald Celente, "Happy New Year? Yes, If You're On 'Trends!"
*Full screen recommended.* *Strong language alert!* Gerald Celente, PM 12/30/21: *"Happy New Year? Yes, If You're On 'Trends!"* "The Trends Journal is a weekly magazine analyzing global current events forming future trends. Our mission is to present Facts and Truth over fear and propaganda to help subscribers prepare for What’s Next in these increasingly turbulent times." - https://trendsresearch.com/ read more
The Rio Times19 hours ago
Brazil will be independent in vaccine production in 2022, says minister
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Starting in 2022, Brazil will be independent in the production of vaccines for Covid-19 and will be prepared for future pandemics, said Minister of Science, Technology and Innovations Marcos Pontes. "If the planet doesn't want to sell vaccine to Brazil, Brazil will sell vaccine to the planet," the minister said […] The post Brazil will be independent in vaccine production in 2022, says minister appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
naked capitalism19 hours ago
‘Degrowth’ Isn’t Just About the Economy. It’s About Culture.
What would it take for the idea of degrowth as a response to climate change to get traction? read more
The Most Read 20 of 2021
Another year, another terrible year thanks to Covid-19. Lockdowns, restrictions, not seeing people, long-term illness, and unexpected and premature deaths. 2021 is not one likely to be remembered with fondness, but politically? Now we're talking. The start of the year saw the parties level pegging, and in short order Labour's numbers fell off a cliff while Johnson, despite his overt corruption and light mindedness soared upwards again. "It's the vaccine bounce", they said, without looking at Keir Starmer's contribution to this dismal state of affairs. And then, late in the summer, ... read more
Need To Know19 hours ago
Explosive Video from Group Representing 500 Doctors and Scientists Exposes Pfizer Vaccines
Pfizer never tested their shot for spread reduction or transmissibility, therefore, vaccine passports, which are purported to reduce the spread of Covid by separating the vaccinated from the unvaccinated, are not justified. read more
Need To Know20 hours ago
Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s Cohort, Found ‘Guilty’ in Underage Sex Trafficking Case
Ghislaine Maxwell's family is an intelligence family: her father, Robert Maxwell, was a super spy for the Israeli Mossad and had a media empire, her sisters are steeped in the tech industry, and she ran the pedophile and sex rings. read more
Need To Know20 hours ago
Bombshell: CDC Drops Post-Isolation PCR Test Because They Can ‘Remain Positive Up To 12 Weeks’
The CDC us dropping PCR tests from its Covid end-of-isolation guidelines because they can stay positive for up to 12 weeks. Antigen tests are not recommended at the end of quarantine either. People who test positive for Covid-19, yet have no symptoms, can now leave isolation after five days instead of ten. read more

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