Tuesday, December 07, 2021

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New Mandala21 minutes ago
Addressing food security in Indonesia
Food estates are costly and fail to value the application of ecological principles, especially local agroecological practices rooted in local communities. The post Addressing food security in Indonesia appeared first on New Mandala . read more
War News Updates30 minutes ago
Picture Of The Day
Burning objects are seen on the street during a protest against the Belgian government's restrictions imposed to contain the spread of the coronavirus, in Brussels, Belgium, December 5. REUTERS/Johanna Geron *WNU Editor:* The above picture is from this photo-gallery .... *Belgians protest against COVID restrictions *(Reuters). read more
Food Safety News54 minutes ago
More litigation goes ahead of California’s feared bacon crisis
Whether key provisions of California’s Proposition 12 will be in place by next month is the subject of yet another lawsuit about the measure. That’s when the ballot measure approved by California voters in 2018 is suppose to take effect. This time, however, its not opponents of Prop 12 that have brought the lawsuit, but the original... Continue Reading read more
The National Interest56 minutes ago
You’ve Been Warned: Russia’s T-80 Tank Is No Joke
*Charlie Gao* *T-80, Eurasia* Some might have written this old weapon of war off. But Moscow hasn't. *Here's What You Need to Know*: Reports of the T-80’s obsoleteness are greatly exaggerated. While many Russian tank types are nominally meant to be replaced by the T-14 Armata, the modernization of old tank types is still occurring. Perhaps one of the more overlooked tanks that continues to be modernized are variants of the T-80. While some in the West thought the design was a dead end after what was seen as a lackluster performance in Chechnya, many firms continued work on some... read more
The National Interest56 minutes ago
To Counter Iran, Biden Should Support Iraq’s Election Outcome
*Maya Carlin* *Iraqi Elections, Middle East* Iraq's recent election results provide an opportunity to counter Iran and strengthen the U.S.-Iraqi relationship. Iranian-backed groups in Iraq have a history of using violence as a political tool to get what they want, particularly when they feel vulnerable. As Iraq's parliamentary election results have exposed the lack of popular support for the Iranian-backed bloc, there will likely be a surge of violence in Iraq, some of which will target U.S. assets on the ground. In addition to responding with strength to any attacks carried out... read more
The National Interest56 minutes ago
Is This the Strongest F-15 Variant Ever Made?
*Stephen Silver* *Military Affairs, Middle East* The F-15QA includes improvements such as fly-by-wire flight controls, an all-glass digital cockpit, and contemporary sensors, radar, and electronic warfare capabilities. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *Following pilot training, the first planes will arrive in Qatar later this year. Boeing is also set to “establish and operate an aircrew and maintenance training center for the QEAF at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.” Boeing earlier this week announced the naming and rollout plans for a new plane that it is providing to Qatar’s air... read more
The National Interest56 minutes ago
How to Improve the Army's Armed Robotic Vehicles? Ask the Soldiers.
*Kris Osborn* *U.S. Army, * The concept behind soldier touchpoints is clear: experienced soldiers themselves are best positioned to know how best to use them and discern what works and does not work with the platform. The Army is fast-tracking Robotic Combat Vehicles (RCVs) to face enemy fire. When directed by soldiers, the vehicles will also conduct forward surveillance, carry ammunition, and even destroy tanks as part of the Army's fast-moving modernization strategy. The U.S. Army plans to “field” military robots in 2022 with units and put them in the hands of soldiers to as... read more
The National Interest56 minutes ago
Why Did the National Guard Practice Firing a Howitzer from an Amphibious Landing Vehicle?
*Peter Suciu* *Artillery, Eurasia* The operation was to highlight how mobile fire support could be provided during amphibious operations and during missions in littoral environments. *Here's What You Need to Rememeber:* It reportedly takes about twenty minutes to prepare for amphibious operations, so unlike the American DUKW, which was developed during the Second World War, it isn’t as simple as driving into the water. Moreover, given the weight of the vehicle the Gvozdika can only carry thirty rounds while in the water. In 2019, the Virginia Army National Guard conducted what wa... read more
Food Safety News56 minutes ago
Federal officials continue investigation into E. coli outbreak as more people fall ill
An E. coli O157:H7 outbreak traced to fresh spinach from Josie’s Organics continues to grow with new patients and hospitalizations reported. Two more states are now involved. Federal officials are reporting that four new patients bring the confirmed case count to 14 people, with two new states involved, bringing that total to nine. Of 12... Continue Reading read more
Food Safety News57 minutes ago
Burden of disease and cost drops in Netherlands because of COVID-19 measures
A large decline in the disease burden of 14 pathogens in the Netherlands in 2020 has been attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic. The National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) analyzed how many years are lost on average because of ill health or death as a result of gastrointestinal illness and the cost... Continue Reading read more
Food Safety News58 minutes ago
Certain fish products, adulterated honey among a dozen new import modifications
The Food and Drug Administration uses import alerts to enforce U.S. food safety regulations for food from foreign countries. The agency updates and modifies the alerts as needed. Recent modifications to FDA’s import alerts, as posted by the agency, are listed below. Click here to go to the FDA page with links for specific details... Continue Reading read more
Operation finds violations in Spanish food transport sector
Spanish authorities have uncovered the transport of non-food products in food-grade containers without the proper cleaning. The Guardia Civil reported it was investigating 10 people as part of Operation Duel relating to the illegal transport of food. Checks were carried out on roads and at vehicle washing centers. Trucks equipped with food-grade tanks were used... Continue Reading read more
Syria Says Israeli Warplanes Hit Latakia Port
#Syria's state media has said #Israeli warplanes have attacked its #Latakia port, with several missiles striking the area of the containers at 1:23 local time on Tuesday (23:23 GMT Monday), starting a fire. There has been no comment from the Israeli military thus far. pic.twitter.com/wWBazX62hG — Ruptly (@Ruptly) December 7, 2021 *Middle East Eye:* *Syria: Latakia port hit by 'Israeli air strikes' for first time since 2011* *UK-based activist group reports 'huge material losses' but says there were no immediate reports of casualties * An Israeli air strike hit a shipment of Ira... read more
The Last Refuge1 hour ago
President Biden Pledges to Provide Billions in Economic Benefit to Russia Through the Build Back Better Climate Change Program
Many Americans have no idea that Russia is an OPEC member. Even fewer recognize that Russia’s primary economic export is energy via oil and gas. Oil and gas exports drive the Russian economy. Any U.S. policy that drives up the value of oil and gas directly enhances the economy and influence of Russia. Thanks to […] The post President Biden Pledges to Provide Billions in Economic Benefit to Russia Through the Build Back Better Climate Change Program appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
War News Updates2 hours ago
Canadian Province Imposes New Measures To Ban Unvaccinated From Grocery Stores
*True North:* *Unvaccinated Canadians can be banned from grocery stores in New Brunswick* Beginning Saturday, people in New Brunswick who do not show proof of full vaccination can be barred from entering grocery stores to buy food. The measure was announced as part of the province’s “winter action plan,” which allows any business, including grocery stores, the option of barring unvaccinated individuals. According to Health Minister Dorothy Shephard, it comes as the province sees a “very concerning” rise in COVID infections over the last two weeks, particularly among unvaccinat... read more
"Orientalism" and Minority Groups in West Asia and North Africa
Since 1978, "Orientalism," by late Palestinian-American academic Edward Said, has served as the basis for many academic courses focused on West Asia and North Africa. read more
Super spreaders
The standard narrative of the pandemic of the unvaccinated is starting to look more like the Titanic after it hit the iceberg these days. The Windsor-Essex County Health Unit will on Friday reinstate capacity limits for bars and restaurants, and cap social gatherings, to curb soaring COVID infections in the region. Sunday’s announcement follows a… Continue reading → read more
Tony Abbott: ‘We need nuclear subs now’
As ADVANCE has said for years now, Tony Abbott is the Prime Minister we lost too soon and his recent speech to the Royal United Services Institute in London explains why: read more
Be Like a Pelican and Join our Flock!
Dear Bird Lover: Pelicans are beautiful birds, often seen skimming over the waves in a line, or soaring overhead in formation. Working as a group, this formation helps pelicans in important ways. Each individual wingbeat helps lift others in their flock. Relying on each other they: Can go further than possible when traveling alone, to ... Read more The post Be Like a Pelican and Join our Flock! appeared first on International Bird Rescue. read more
Peak Prosperity, Dr. Chris Martenson, "1200 Dead in First 90 Days"
Peak Prosperity, Dr. Chris Martenson 12/7/21: *"1200 Dead in First 90 Days"* -https://www.peakprosperity.com/ ○ *Related:* This is shocking and extremely disturbing. Consider the implications and draw your own informed conclusions. *"Doctor Tells The Truth About Graphene 'Razor Blades'* * In COVID Shots – Murdered Days Later"* "Harrison Smith breaks down a shocking report of a German scientist named Dr. Andreas Noack who was reportedly murdered after revealing that a stable carbon compound called graphene hydroxide was found in the Covid injection that acts as thousands of tiny razor ... read more
"Get Your Money Out Of The Bank, Outages Coming; Buybacks Prop Up Markets; Maxing Out Credit Cards"
Jeremiah Babe, PM 12/7/21: *"Get Your Money Out Of The Bank, Outages Coming; * *Buybacks Prop Up Markets; **Maxing Out Credit Cards"* read more
Twitter News
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War News Updates2 hours ago
Poll Shocker: Just 22% Of Americans Want Biden To Run For U.S. President Again
*TIPP Insights*: *I&I/TIPP Poll Stunner: Just 22% Of Americans Want Joe Biden To Run For President Again* *Who do you want to see run for president on the Democratic ticket in 2024? * Just when it seemed President Joe Biden could get no lower in the public's political esteem, a new I&I/TIPP Poll of Americans' preference for the 2024 Democratic presidential ballot is a shocker: Just over one out of five want Joe Biden back at the top of the Democrats' ticket in three years. A number of recent I&I/TIPP Polls (here and here) have documented Biden's sharp decline in favorability wi... read more
The Last Refuge2 hours ago
Los Angeles School District Vaccinates Students Without Parents Knowledge or Consent
Many people on these pages said this was likely to happen; unfortunately, they were correct. Alarming reports now coming from California about school districts vaccinating students without the consent of their parents. In the video example below the students in this Los Angeles school were enticed with the promise of pizza for their compliance, and […] The post Los Angeles School District Vaccinates Students Without Parents Knowledge or Consent appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Uncanny ‘Mystery Hut’ Discovered on Dark Side of Moon by Chinese Moon Rover
RT America China’s Yutu 2 rover has discovered a bizarre and as-yet inexplicable structure on the far side of the Moon. It is now moving toward the object, dubbed “the Mystery Hut,” in hopes of learning more. China’s breakneck pace of space exploration and development continues to stun its adversaries. RT America writer Paul Shepard … read more
FULL SHOW: Ukraine: Media War to Real War; Can It Happen?
RT America Presidents Biden and Putin met on a virtual call Tuesday to discuss increased tensions surrounding NATO activity in the Black Sea and allegations of Russian military activity on the border with Ukraine. RT’s Nikki Aaron joins us from Moscow to give the latest. (:53) Then, Former Pentagon official Michael Maloof and Former UK … read more
Israeli Missile Strike Hits Syria’s Latakia Port – State Media
RT Syrian media reported that an Israeli air raid caused fire and destruction in the port of Latakia, with the country’s military saying FIVE explosions were heard. Israel is yet to comment on the incident. end read more
Gareth Soloway – Gold & Silver Each Have Bullish Consolidation
Wall Street Silver Gareth Soloway – Gold & Silver Each Have Bullish Consolidation. We review the charts with Gareth and discuss what he is thinking right now about the markets and how he is trading the commodities. end read more
What is the Big Picture in Gold?
Palisades Gold Radio In this video, we explain the big picture in Gold, the catalysts for 2022 and what is needed to happen for Gold to begin a real bull market that lifts it to $3,000/oz and much higher. end read more
Canada Ditches Moderna Booster For Pfizer Over Myocarditis Risk In Young Men
Canada Ditches Moderna Booster For Pfizer Over Myocarditis Risk In Young Men by Tyler Durden, https://www.zerohedge.com/ Canada has become the latest country to recommend that young people – in this case boys and men aged 12 through 29 – should opt for the Pfizer Covid-19 booster shot over Moderna’s Spikevax due to a higher risk … read more
MP Who Claims She Feels “Unsafe” Around Maskless is Pictured Partying Maskless
Zarah Sultana: "I feel incredibly unsafe in the chamber" when Tories don't wear masks Also Zarah Sultana: "Wahey! Here's me at a packed MOBO awards, without a mask in sight" #MaskHypocrisy pic.twitter.com/wzZeueJRyv — Martin Daubney ✌🏻🇬🇧 (@MartinDaubney) December 6, 2021 MP Who Claims She Feels “Unsafe” Around Maskless is Pictured Partying Maskless by Paul Joseph … read more
Spike Protein Produced by mRNA Vaccines Found in The Nucleus of Living Cells And Can Weaken The Human Immune Response And Impair Immunity
Spike Protein Produced by mRNA Vaccines Found in The Nucleus of Living Cells And Can Weaken The Human Immune Response And Impair Immunity by Bill Sardi, https://www.lewrockwell.com/ The Worst That Could Happen * Call To Suspend Covid-19 Vaccination Upon Discovery Of Spike Protein In The Nucleus Of Living Cells * Resveratrol Pills Could Rescue The … read more
War News Updates3 hours ago
Saudi Arabia Pleads With Washington For Patriot Missile Defence Resupply
A member of the US airforce near a Patriot missile battery at the Prince Sultan air base in Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia, on 20 February 2020 (AFP) *Middle East Eye: **Saudi Arabia 'pleads' for US Patriot missiles amid Houthi aerial barrage* *Weekly ballistic missile and drone strikes against the kingdom said to have left it with worryingly low arsenal * Saudi Arabia has urgently requested hundreds more Patriot interceptors from the US, as well as from Gulf and European allies, as it battles against weekly ballistic missile and drone strikes launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels, accord... read more
China Claims ‘Democracy that Works’ As Biden Prepares Summit
*Trevor Filseth* *Democracy, Asia* America’s primary great-power rivals, Russia and China, were not invited to the summit—although Taiwan, the self-governing island that China has long considered part of its territory, received an invitation. President Joe Biden is preparing for the Summit for Democracy, a two-day virtual meeting between the leaders of democratic countries. At the same time, China has launched a public relations blitz intended to showcase the superiority of its proclaimed democratic system. On Saturday, China’s State Council released a white paper detailing the ... read more
Farewell, Javelin Anti-Tank Missile: Meet the Spike Missile
*Charlie Gao* *Missiles, Middle East* Is it better than America's best? *Here's What You Need to Know*: Israel is known to make many powerful weapons and the Spike missile is one of their best. On October 6, 1973, over eight hundred tanks from three mechanized infantry divisions poured over the Israeli border into the Golan Heights. The sheer mass of armor inflicted heavy casualties on the defending Israeli forces; the defending Barak Brigade saw every company commander killed in action during the attack. While Israeli forces eventually did triumph, this experience lead some in ... read more
Experts: Omicron Appears More Contagious But Less Dangerous
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *Omicron, Americas* It is too early to tell whether the Omicron variant poses a greater risk of death, given the relatively small amount of data and how recently it was detected. Early reports of the highly mutated omicron coronavirus variant that was first detected in southern Africa two weeks ago were indeed largely frightening and signaled that the nearly two-year-long pandemic fight could be pushed back to square one. However, the variant, which now has been confirmed in nearly twenty U.S. states and thirty countries on six continents, has been found to... read more
The Garland We Don't Need at Christmas
(By *American Zen*'s Mike Flannigan, on loan from Ari.) "*Who or what will safeguard our constitutional order is not apparent today. It is not even apparent who will try. Democrats, big and small D, are not behaving as if they believe the threat is real. Some of them, including President Joe Biden, have taken passing rhetorical notice, but their attention wanders. They are making a grievous mistake*." -Barton Gellman. *B*y all appearances, Attorney General Merrick Garland looks and sounds like a nice, inoffensive, anodyne law professor you'd see collecting dust at Georgetown Law... read more
War News Updates3 hours ago
European Union States Continue To Fail To Collaborate On Their Military Capabilities
*Reuters: **Record EU defence spending masks failure to collaborate, report says* BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union states spent nearly 200 billion euros ($225 billion) on defence in 2020, the most since records began in 2006, but joint investment by governments fell, the European Defence Agency (EDA) said in a report on Monday. The EDA, an EU agency that helps the bloc's governments to develop their military capabilities, said the total spending of EU countries except for Denmark - which opts out of EU military projects - reached $198 billion, a 5% increase on 2019. The de... read more
Republic or Totalitarianism—What is True Freedom?
The enemy wants to control you and your behavior. They may even control the concept of what you call freedom. From using paper straws, wearing masks, and taking jabs, to flipping houses, betting the markets, and buying bitcoin, the object is one of control. These mandates now threaten totalitarian control of basic rights and economic activity, including energy consumption, medical treatment, and family sovereignty. read more
The Last Refuge4 hours ago
Governor Ron DeSantis Discusses the Free State of Florida
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke on the inland side of Tampa Bay today as he announced a $276 million state program to support flood and sea level rise mitigation. The funds are one part of a comprehensive state level infrastructure program to support the incredible growth within Florida. Even without a state income tax Florida […] The post Governor Ron DeSantis Discusses the Free State of Florida appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Medical Kidnap4 hours ago
Attorney Leigh Dundas Gives Updates on Current Legal Actions Regarding Vaccine Mandates
California Civil Rights attorney Leigh Dundas recently spoke at a symposium in Texas. We have published the work of Attorney Dundas in the past. She is a mother and a passionate advocate for children. She is also fearless, and not afraid to call out the tyrants. In this update she explains the full ramifications of the nationwide walkout and strike that happened in November. You didn't hear about that? Not surprising. Learn it now from Leigh. If you have never heard Leigh speak before, you are in for a treat. The post Attorney Leigh Dundas Gives Updates on Current Legal Actions... read more
The Nursing Home Gulags
Jayanta Bhattacharaya- What Does Focused Protection Mean for Nursing Homes? Week by week, I watched Glenn shrink and fade. It was, in part, the cancer but, even more, it was the enforced isolation that took its toll on him. He did, however, remain safe from COVID-19; the disease did not spread in his nursing home… Continue reading → read more
We Met Our Million Dollar Match, Thanks to You!
 Your generosity has funded more boots on the ground fighting for truth, for your freedom, and for your children’s future. We will not comply with medical tyranny. CHD has heard your cries for help and we are amplifying your voices and taking action everyday with everything we’ve got. “If I have to die for […] The post We Met Our Million Dollar Match, Thanks to You! appeared first on Children's Health Defense. read more
No Christmas For You
Oh Noooo! Its the new Xi virus. Just in time for Christmas. Or as we say on Turtle Island, the “Holiday” before Ramadan. All the politicians and the bought and paid for media are ranting for more lockdowns. read more
Melbourne Woman Sets Herself On Fire Inside Car With Sign: “NO ONE CARES, MANDATES ARE KILLING US”
Milne News A woman in Cherry Street, Werribee – a suburb in Victoria Australia – has set herself on fire due to the draconian mandates... The post Melbourne Woman Sets Herself On Fire Inside Car With Sign: “NO ONE CARES, MANDATES ARE KILLING US” appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Cairns News5 hours ago
Establishment meltdown as rebel Libs, Nats talk to Alex Jones, Steve Bannon
By TONY MOBILIFONITIS THE Australian corporate state has revealed it’s ugly underbelly with the detention for quarantine of rebel South Australian Liberal Senator Alex Antic, apparently because he believes his vaccination status is a private matter and has been pushing for answers about the source of South Australia’s Covid medical advice. Antic, one of the […] read more
U.S. judge blocks last remaining Biden admin COVID-19 vaccine rule
Yahoo News Dec 7 (Reuters) – A federal judge on Tuesday blocked the last of the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandates for businesses, saying the... The post U.S. judge blocks last remaining Biden admin COVID-19 vaccine rule appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Portland police tells woke city’s crime victims they’re on their own
Daily Mail Portland‘s police department has warned residents of the woke but crime-ravaged Oregon city to expect delays in cops answering all but the most serious 911... The post Portland police tells woke city’s crime victims they’re on their own appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Kosovo, Albania Ready to Help any Potential US-led Ukraine Mission
Balkan Insight – by Perparim Isufi With Europe and the United States increasingly concerned over a buildup of Russian troops near the border with Ukraine,... The post Kosovo, Albania Ready to Help any Potential US-led Ukraine Mission appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Biden administration eying evacuation options for US citizens in Ukraine if Russia invades: report
The Hill The Biden administration is considering how to potentially evacuate U.S. citizens from Ukraine should an invasion from Russia prompt security concerns in the... The post Biden administration eying evacuation options for US citizens in Ukraine if Russia invades: report appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Tom MacDonald – Brainwashed
The post Tom MacDonald – Brainwashed appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Good News!
Malaria surge! According to WHO’s latest World malaria report, there were an estimated 241 million malaria cases and 627 000 malaria deaths worldwide in 2020. This represents about 14 million more cases in 2020 compared to 2019, and 69 000 more deaths..https://t.co/qBzhNjX67D pic.twitter.com/t3jvPuH0tj — Collateral Global Charity (@collateralglbl) December 6, 2021 read more
Derek Brassington's Surrey Six Affidavit
As I have previously mentioned, I have in my possession the transcript to Derek Brassington's misconduct interview with the Ontario Provincial Police regarding the Surrey Six investigation. It is 447 pages long. There are too many names mentioned in it for me to black out, so instead of posting the document I was simply summarize it and give you the readers digest version. As we go through it I want to highlight three things. 1) There is a huge difference between Anton and DK. 2) There is an even bigger difference between Derek Brassington and Corporal Bulford. 3) Larry Amero's as... read more
Gerald Celente, "Play Scramble - Omicron = Moronic"
*Full screen recommended.* *Strong language alert!* Gerald Celente, 12/7/21: *"Play Scramble - Omicron = Moronic"* read more
Musical Interlude: Moby, "Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad" (Ben-E.dit)
*Full screen recommended.* *Moby, "Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad" (Ben-E.dit)* read more
"China's Commercial Real Estate Crash And Housing Bubble Burst On The Horizon As Evergrande Collapses"
*Full screen recommended.* *"China's Commercial Real Estate Crash And Housing* * Bubble Burst On The Horizon As Evergrande Collapses"* Full screen recommended. by Epic Economist "Global markets are in panic mode since the Chinese property developer Evergrande admitted that it's running out of money to pay off its gigantic billion dollar debt, and it doesn't have enough funds to finish thousands of construction projects that it had previously started. Market watchers around the world are sounding the alarm for a global financial crash as the debt-burdened property giant revealed that ... read more
"A Look to the Heavens"
"Sweeping through northern predawn skies, on November 24 Comet Leonard (C/2021 A1) was caught between two galaxies in this composite telescopic image. Sporting a greenish coma the comet's dusty tail seems to harpoon the heart of NGC 4631 (top) also known as the Whale Galaxy. Of course NGC 4631 and NGC 4656 (bottom, aka the Hockey Stick) are background galaxies some 25 million light-years away. On that date the comet was about 6 light-minutes from our fair planet. Its closest approach to Earth (and even closer approach to Venus) still to come, Comet Leonard will grow brighter in Dece... read more
War News Updates4 hours ago
US Air Force Secretary Says The Service Needs Planes To Scare China
*Business Insider:* *US Air Force secretary says the service needs to get rid of aircraft that don't threaten China* * The US Air Force secretary has said repeatedly the US needs to get rid of old aircraft to hone capabilities that 'scare China.' * "If it doesn't threaten China, why are we doing it?" he said recently. * The Air Force chief of staff also wants to retire older aircraft, but the service faces pushback from Congress. The US Air Force needs to retire older aircraft that are not well suited for a conflict with China to make way for newer systems with the capabil... read more
"Man's Nature..."
"Man has one name, and many more than two natures. But the essential two are these: that he shall strive to impose order on chaos, and that he shall strive to take advantage of chaos… A third element of man's nature is this: that he shall not understand what he is doing." - John Brunner read more
Snopes.com4 hours ago
Tennessee Football Appears to Post ‘F*ck. Theo. Cade.’
"Little disappointed to see Theo Cade not on the top trending tweet topics," a Twitter user commented. read more
The Last Refuge4 hours ago
Jussie Smollet Proclaims Himself the Most Famous Dindunuffin in History
The most notorious hate crime hoaxer in the past few years took the witness stand in his own defense to proclaim he didn’t do anything wrong, when he set up his own fake racial attack using two brothers Abimbola and Olabinjo Osundairo. The two brothers testified to being paid $3,500 to pull-off the most transparent […] The post Jussie Smollet Proclaims Himself the Most Famous Dindunuffin in History appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
New Mandala5 hours ago
Webinar: Women’s rights & gender equality in Indonesia
Speakers will examine the extent to which Indonesian women have achieved equality in a broad array of political, economic and social fields The post Webinar: Women’s rights & gender equality in Indonesia appeared first on New Mandala. read more
Asparagus and how they can benefit your health
Asparagus officinalis belongs to a large genus of plants grown for ornamental purposes, though it’s is one of the few members of this family that’s cultivated for food.1 Since its domestication, asparagus has become a favorite for its sweet flavor and tender quality, which allows it to be prepared in various ways.2 You can steam, … Continue reading Asparagus and how they can benefit your health → read more
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6 hours ago
101 Uses For An Old Fridge
A coffin-like capsule that allows people to end their life could be used in Switzerland from next year, its creators say. The Sarco suicide pod allows a user to lie down and activate the process themselves within a matter of minutes. Individuals are asked a series of questions before they can press a button, which… Continue reading → read more
NZ’s Traffic Light System Easily Explained
By Wally Richards The Traffic Light System Explained Easily.. Mandated sectors workers are safe to work with one vaccine but their customers must have two…. (read at the link below) SOURCE read more
The Zombie Fires Of Siberia Burn At 75 Degrees Below Zero
Oymyakon, Russia is the coldest town on earth - but that doesn't stop fires. According to Accuweather, the temperature in Delyankir, Russia, about 300 miles (483 km) to the north of the Sea of Oshkosh, fell to 75 degrees below zero Fahrenheit (59.2 degrees below zero Celsius), the lowest temperature there since January 2014. The entire region is known for its extreme cold but Oymyakon, located about 90 miles (145 km) to the southwest of Delyankir, is the coldest permanently inhabited place on Earth. In 1933, it claimed a record low of 90 below zero F - 67.8 below zero C. read more read more
Biden-Putin Talk Tuesday With Xi In The Wings
On May 25, 2021, when the date of June 16 was announced for the summit between Presidents Biden and Putin, it seemed a good idea to waste no time in warning Biden and his neophyte advisers that a major shift in the “world correlation of forces” (to borrow an old Soviet term) was bound to heavily influence the June talks. China, of course, would not be taking part in the bilateral talks, but it would be very much present. In other words, a half-year ago, we worried: "Whether or not Official Washington fully appreciates the gradual – but profound – change in America’s triangular rel... read more
Diversity Is Our Strength
In fact, it makes us so strong one pauses to wonder why our geopolitical enemies aren’t racing out ahead to grab it before we do. Unbelievable. Toronto school board report recommends Jewish trustee be censured for tweet below in which she complained about education materials report agrees contained anti-Semitism and could promote terrorism. https://t.co/FVXF4dNaAq —… Continue reading → read more
Snopes.com7 hours ago
Beware of ‘$3,600 Stimulus for Homeowners’ Facebook Scam
It might not be a good sign when the bottom of a brand new website displays a list of "disclaimers" in small print addressed to "Facebook reviewers and 3rd party fact checkers." read more
Snopes.com7 hours ago
No, ‘Let’s Go Brandon’ Is Not a Code Used by Pedophiles Online
A widely-shared meme appeared to be a distasteful prank at the expense of right-leaning critics of President Joe Biden. read more
Kellogg’s Union Workers Reject New Contract
Hundreds of striking union workers at four Kellogg’s cereal plants in the US have overwhelmingly voted to reject a tentative agreement on a five-year contract negotiated between the union and the company, extending a strike that started in early October. Roughly 1,400 members of the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union “have spoken”, union president Anthony Shelton said in a statement on 7 December. “The strike continues.” The union is “grateful for the outpouring of fraternal support we received from across the labor movement for our striki... read more
Next Steps In Recovering Democracy In Honduras After Historic Left Victory
Following Xiomara Castro’s victory in the Honduran elections, Bertha Zúniga Cáceres, Coordinator, COPINH, spoke to Peoples Dispatch about what this means for people’s movements in the country. She talks about the government’s plans in its first 100 days, what movements like COPINH think are the next steps for rebuilding democracy, and more. The post Next Steps In Recovering Democracy In Honduras After Historic Left Victory appeared first on PopularResistance.Org. read more
War News Updates3 hours ago
Chinese Hackers Almost Shut Down A Major Power Grid In Australia
Chinese hackers came within minutes of shutting off power to three million Australian homes but were thwarted at the final hurdle in a clandestine incident akin to the plot of a Hollywood movie. Pictured: CS Energy's Kogan Creek Power Station *Daily Mail: **Chinese cyberattack almost shut off power for THREE MILLION Australians in terrifying demonstration of what the belligerent regime could do in wartime* * Chinese hackers come within minutes of shutting down Australian power plant * Queensland's CS Energy fell victim to a 'sustained' ransomware cyberattack * IT specialis... read more
Pension Pulse5 hours ago
OTPP and CPP Investments Expand Partnership With Mexico's IDEAL
Ontario Teachers’ put out a press release that it and CPP Investments are further expanding their Mexican infrastructure partnership with IDEAL: Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board (“Ontario Teachers’”) and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (“CPP Investments”) have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire incremental stakes in Impulsora del Desarrollo y el Empleo en América Latina, S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV:IDEAL B-1, “IDEAL”) at MXN$45.00 per share. *Under the terms of the agreement, Ontario Teachers’ will acquire an additional 8.4% interest in IDEAL, while CPP Investments w... read more
"Lessons From Pearl Harbor"
*"Lessons From Pearl Harbor"* by Jim Rickards "Today’s the 80th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, which thrust the U.S. into World War II. While the actual attack was a shock to many Americans, it was the culmination of a series of policy decisions years in the making. The most immediate catalyst came when the U.S. froze Japanese assets and imposed an embargo on oil shipments to Japan in the summer of 1941, after Japan rejected U.S. demands that it withdraw from China. Japan received over 80% of its oil from the U.S., so the embargo backed Japan into a corner. It... read more
Refugee Voices Matter - Nothing about Us, Without Us
Displaced, Dec 07 (IPS) - Over the past two years, the global refugee response has been tested. The world is being rocked by the greatest pandemic in over a century, while waves of refugees have fled from Afghanistan, Myanmar, Belarus, and Tigray. So, where do we go from here? Next week, the international community will convene to take stock of the successes and shortcomings of the Global Compact on Refugees (GCR), a unique multilateral mechanism built to ensure the protection of one of the most vulnerable populations. This marquee Compact is up for review, but unlike other review... read more
Navigating complex peace and security challenges together: Grandi
Conflict, climate change and COVID-19, have created a perfect storm of challenges facing refugees, displaced people and their hosts, UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, told the Security Council on Tuesday. Read the full story, “Navigating complex peace and security challenges together: Grandi”, on globalissues.org → read more
Countries with regulations against industrially produced trans fats tripled over the past year
Forty countries now have best-practice trans fat elimination policies in effect, protecting 1.4 billion people from this deadly food compound, according to a report released on Tuesday by the World Health Organization (WHO). Read the full story, “Countries with regulations against industrially produced trans fats tripled over the past year”, on globalissues.org → read more
At Seoul meeting, Guterres urges greater support for peacekeeping amid mounting threats
With the world now facing the highest number of violent conflicts since 1945, Secretary-General António Guterres on Tuesday urged countries to step up support for UN peacekeeping operations across the globe, and the thousands who serve within them. Read the full story, “At Seoul meeting, Guterres urges greater support for peacekeeping amid mounting threats”, on globalissues.org → read more
Bachelet describes ‘disastrous’ human rights situation across Occupied Palestinian Territory
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet, said on Tuesday that the human rights situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory has become “disastrous”, with severe infringements occurring effecting some four million people. Read the full story, “Bachelet describes ‘disastrous’ human rights situation across Occupied Palestinian Territory”, on globalissues.org → read more
Plastics in soil threaten food security, health, and environment: FAO
Plastic pollution has become pervasive in agricultural soils, according to a new report released on Tuesday by the UN agriculture agency, posing a threat to food security, people’s health, and the environment. Read the full story, “Plastics in soil threaten food security, health, and environment: FAO”, on globalissues.org → read more
Internet Governance Forum promotes inclusive digital future for all
Leveraging the power of the Internet while tackling the risks of cyberspace is the focus of a UN meeting underway in Katowice, Poland, this week. Read the full story, “Internet Governance Forum promotes inclusive digital future for all”, on globalissues.org → read more
Why Are There No Pictures of the Concorde Flying at Its Top Speed?
*Stephen Silver* *Flight, Europe* Taking a picture of something going at Mach 2 is somewhat difficult. *Here's What You Need To Remember:* The main reason that no picture was taken of the Concorde at Mach 2 was that it would have likely required another jet, also going at Mach 2, and that was apparently never considered worth the trouble. Between 1976 and 2003, the Concorde was a passenger jet that ferried jet-setters around the world, very quickly, usually across the Atlantic. The plane, which could go twice the speed of sound, was one of the world’s only supersonic transports ... read more
Good News for Paris: the United Arab Emirates Is Flying French
*Caleb Larson* *Rafale F4, Europe* The UAE just inked a massive deal with France for the country’s Rafale F4 fighter jet. The French aerospace heavyweight Dassault Aviation completed a deal with the United Arab Emirates for eighty of the company’s advanced multi-role fighter jet, the Rafale. Dassault noted in a press statement that “the Rafale F4, for which the Emirates Air Force will be the first user outside France, will provide the Emirates armed forces with a tool capable of guaranteeing sovereignty and operational independence.” “This contract is the result of total mobi... read more
Active Protection Systems: Defending Next-Generation Armored Vehicles
*Kris Osborn* *Armored Vehicles, United States* Active Protection Systems have integrated sensors and technology to detect an approaching rocket-propelled grenade or anti-tank guided missile, track it and then fire off an interceptor to knock it out *Key Point:* The Army tested Active Protection Systems on the Bradley Fighting Vehicle and performed numerous upgrades over the years to equip the vehicle with an enhanced ability to withstand the blasts of improvised explosive devices (IED) and asymmetrical attacks while in Iraq. The Army’s emerging Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicl... read more
Biden Administration Warns Putin on Eve of Meeting
*Trevor Filseth* *Ukraine, Eurasia* Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke separately to Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky in advance of the Biden-Putin call. The White House has hinted at President Joe Biden’s intention to warn Russian president Vladimir Putin that a Russian invasion of Ukraine would have significant costs for Moscow, prior to a scheduled video conference between the two leaders on Tuesday. The president intends to “send a clear message to Russia that there will be genuine and meaningful and direct costs should they choose to go forward with a military e... read more
How Russia's Air Force Has Been Strengthened by Recent Combat Experience
*Peter Suciu* *Russian Military, * Russia's Air Force is full of experienced veterans thanks to missions in Syria and Ukraine. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *The Russian Air Force has also continued to routine patrol flights near its borders over the neutral waters of the Black, Baltic, and Barents Seas, as well as over the Sea of Japan and even near U.S. territory near the Bering Straits. This year, the Russian Air Force has been conducting training operations with its MiG-31 fighters in the Arctic – so it isn't just the deserts of Syria where Russia's pilots have been lo... read more
Halifax Examiner5 hours ago
“A day that we got to remember:” Carvery brothers honour Africville and residents affected by the Halifax Explosion
While a ceremony took place at Fort Needham Park on Monday to commemorate the 104th anniversary of the Halifax Explosion, former Africville residents, brothers Eddie and Irvine Carvery, met at Africville Park to remember people from that historic Black community who lost their lives in the explosion, as well as those residents who assisted in […] read more

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