Sunday, April 24, 2022

24 April - Blogs I'm Following - 4 of 4

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Small Dead Animals19 hours ago
Sunday On Turtle Island
Happy Orthodox Easter! Diversity is our strength. Germans migrating to South America. Understanding the Woke crowd. Don’t tell women they look young. And parents sue Welsh government. Stories you won’t find at CNN. Old Joe met with Hunter’s business partner. The choice for vice president. A stolen election. Justin admires their basic dictatorship. Spy drones… Continue reading → read more
Virtual Mirage19 hours ago
Sunday Summary
The Future of the US Navy There is species of crazy talk about ship acquisition here, that you can read if you’d like to. It’s aspirational by people who are not grounded in the reality of an appetite by the US Congres, the taxpayers, or demographics. The Navy wants more ships – a […] The post Sunday Summary appeared first on Virtual Mirage. read more
Bacon's Rebellion19 hours ago
Honor: An Old-Fashioned Virtue?
by Dick Hall-Sizemore There have been numerous articles recently on this blog about the honor codes at various Virginia colleges and universities. I remember a ceremony in which we incoming freshmen at the College of William and Mary signed our … Continue reading → read more
The Weakening of Democracy.
“*One of the biggest reasons for the weakening of democracy is the profound change that’s taken place in how we communicate and consume information,” Barack Obama, April 21 2022* In his presentation at Stanford University on Thursday, former U.S. President Barack Obama presented his audience with a stark choice: “Do we allow our democracy to wither, or do we make it better?” Having in a small way over the last decade tried to do my small part in protecting and promoting our Canadian democracy via my writings on these pages but now in my dotage and finding it hard to find the word... read more
The New Dark Age18 hours ago
Ukraine News Links 23-24 April 2022
Sunday, 24 April 2022 — The New Dark Age There may be some duplication due to cross-posting and may be updated throughout the day, so please check back. If it gets updated, I usually insert the time on the line above. A lot of cross-posting usually indicates that the article is popular. Ukraine: how the … Continue reading Ukraine News Links 23-24 April 2022 read more
The New Dark Age18 hours ago
US narrative won’t survive defeat in Donbass
An extraordinary thing about British diplomacy is that it continually looks for ways to stay ahead of the curve and provide added value to its customer across the Atlantic, the United States. That makes the remarks on Ukraine conflict by the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson at his press conference in New Delhi on Friday highly significant. read more
The Duran19 hours ago
Tactical nuke talk projection. Poland’s “Stop Russia Now!” campaign. Green US Military. Update 1
Tactical nuke talk projection. Poland’s “Stop Russia Now!” campaign. Green US Military. Update 1 Topic 510 read more
"Juvenal, Panem Et Circenses"
"Take away my bread and circuses and all I have left is my pitchfork." And the bread and circuses *are *ending... read more
Komando.com20 hours ago
Why you should reconsider using buy now, pay later loans
Buy now, pay later plans are great for breaking up payments, but they also carry hidden risks. Here's why you might want to stop using them. read more
Australian Daily Wind Power Generation Data – Saturday 23 April 2022
By Anton Lang ~ This Post details the daily wind power generation data for the AEMO coverage area in Australia. For the background information, refer to the Introductory Post at this link. Each image is shown here at a smaller size to fit on the page alongside the data for that day. If you click […] read more
Volunteers demonstrate compassion of Ramadan in Indonesia: A UN Resident Coordinator blog
Millions of volunteers in Indonesia have given their time and expertise to help build a fairer and more inclusive society according to Valerie Julliand, the United Nations Resident Coordinator in the country. Read the full story, “Volunteers demonstrate compassion of Ramadan in Indonesia: A UN Resident Coordinator blog”, on globalissues.org → read more
The Difficult Reunification of Eastern Churches
Baghdad -- A high level meeting between delegations from the Assyrian Church of the East and the Ancient Church of the East is set for 9 May in Chicago, United States, the Baghdadhope blog reports. read more
OrientalReview.org21 hours ago
US Narrative Won’t Survive Defeat In Donbass
An extraordinary thing about British diplomacy is that it continually looks for ways to stay ahead of the curve and provide added value to its customer across the Atlantic, the United States. That makes the remarks on Ukraine conflict by the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson at his press conference […] read more
Michael West22 hours ago
PM, Labor make big cash pledges
The prime minister has doubled down on a promise not to introduce new taxes as Labor pledges to throw more than $500 million at Veterans’ Affairs to fix a backlog in support claims. Visiting Alice Springs on Sunday, Scott Morrison also spruiked a $300 million package for a new hydrogen hub and multiple carbon capture […] read more
Sunday Music – How Long
By Anton Lang ~ Today’s music video is How Long and the song is sung here by the English band, Ace. Link to Video at You Tube This video was posted to You Tube by Andrew911118 Sometimes, there’s a lot going on with a Pop song, but you never even notice it at all. That’s […] read more
April 24th – 2022 Presidential Politics – Resistance Day 460
In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the JoeBama Administration and Presidency. “This is no small thing, to restore a republic after it has fallen into corruption. […] The post April 24th – 2022 Presidential Politics – Resistance Day 460 appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Sunday April 24th – Open Thread
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. […] The post Sunday April 24th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Increase in Industrial Accidents at Food Processing Plants Has Raised Suspicions
Several people have written to inquire about recent stories surrounding a wave of industrial accidents at food processing plants all over the U.S. {Zero Hedge Article} {Twitter Questions, Suspicions} {List from Western Standard} Indeed, there has been a significant increase in fires and explosions from furnaces, industrial fryers, boilers and some other rather odd incidents […] The post Increase in Industrial Accidents at Food Processing Plants Has Raised Suspicions appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Obama – Time Is Running out To Stop Global Warming
Barack Obama recently bought a $10 million beach home in Martha’s Vineyard, and is now building a multi-million dollar beach home in Hawaii. He says time is running out to stop global warming. His concern about sea level rise apparently … Continue reading → read more
Building a Stackable DIY Worm Farm for $30
Epic Gardening 1.66M subscribers In my last video on vermicomposting, I went through a simple setup of a single-tote worm bin from Uncle Jim’s Worm Farm. Pretty soon, that bin was full and it was time to redesign the system to be more scalable and easier to work with. A 3-tote stackable system has a … Continue reading Building a Stackable DIY Worm Farm for $30 → read more
NYPA is willing to establish a special fund to revive downtown Niagara Falls
The New York State Power Authority is preparing to establish a dedicated fund that will be used to finance the revival of the City of Niagara Falls, and to manage that fund the agency intends to create an in-house investment The post NYPA is willing to establish a special fund to revive downtown Niagara Falls first appeared on The Buffalo Chronicle. read more
Kissinger’s Meeting With Zhou Enlai
In July 1971, Henry Kissinger was on a routine tour of Asia. While he was in Pakistan, he suffered from a heatstroke. He was taken to a resort, located somewhere in North Pakistan for rest and treatment. A secret mission was now in progress. A lookalike of Kissinger took his place in the resort, while the real Kissinger boarded a plane for Beijing where he met the Chinese premier Zhou Enlai. Kissinger assured Zhou that America would not collude with the Soviet Union against China. Zhou insisted that a rapprochement was not possible until America accepted China’s ownership of Taiwan.... read more
Modern Tokyo Times23 hours ago
America threatens Solomon Islands: Biden admin and Japan
America threatens Solomon Islands: Biden admin and Japan Noriko Watanabe and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times The Solomon Islands is an independent nation. However, the behavior of America is extremely hostile and threatens consequences concerning strengthening ties between China and the Solomon Islands. Therefore, the same President Joe Biden administration that lambasted the Russian […] The post America threatens Solomon Islands: Biden admin and Japan first appeared on Modern Tokyo Times. read more
Up-Armored
Ron Helle ~ It’s when we turn our back on the enemy that we tend to get “struck down,” because our armor is for offense, not defense. There’s no armor on our back.“ ~ If my insurance agent ever saw me driving like this, my rates would go through the roof!” I thought to myself. […] read more
Biden Lies Again
By Gary Bauer ~ “There’s nothing conservative by throwing Disney out … over saying ‘gay.’” President Biden went to the Left Coast yesterday for a fundraiser in Portland, Oregon. Incredibly, a recent poll found his approval rating had fallen to 35% in Oregon, a state he won by 16 points. While speaking to donors, Biden […] read more
British agencies propose changes to import checks
Food agencies in Great Britain are looking at changing the rate of checks on certain products being imported into the region. Separate comment periods have been launched by Food Standards Scotland (FSS) and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) for England and Wales, to cover high risk food and feed of non-animal origin. Before the United... Continue Reading read more
Twitter To Remove Ads That Contain ‘Misinformation’ About Climate Change
By Autumn Johnson ~ Twitter announced on Earth Day that decided to remove any ads on the platform that contain so-called “misinformation” about climate change. The Washington Post reported that the platform said the removed ads “contradict the scientific consensus on climate change.” “We recognize that misleading information about climate change can undermine efforts to […] read more
April 24, 2022: Reader Tips
This evening I would like to take you all on a 50 year journey from Pong (1972) to today. Even if you have no interest in video games, hopefully you can appreciate the artistry and tens of thousands of hours of work that go into creating each of these digital masterpieces. Your best digital or… Continue reading → read more
Michael West1 day ago
PM pledges big funding to secure NT
Central Australia and the Top End have been promised investments worth millions to tackle crime and deliver jobs as part of the coalition’s bid for marginal seats in the Northern Territory. Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Sunday announced a $14 million election commitment for Alice Springs to support a community-led response to reduce crime rates. […] read more
Student Loan Update: Free Government Money In Action
* The federal student loan program has been back in the news lately. On April 6 the Biden Administration announced the extension of the “pause” on payments of principal or interest federal student loans through August 31. * Does anybody believe that when August 31 comes the “pause” will not be then extended yet again at least through Election Day in November? Supposedly this is a matter of Covid “emergency.” Is this particular branch of the Covid “emergency” ever likely to end? * Federally-guaranteed student loans seemed like such a good idea when the program got started. Many of th... read more
Michael West1 day ago
Shanghai blockades COVID-hit buildings
Shanghai authorities battling an outbreak of COVID-19 have erected mesh barriers outside some residential buildings, sparking fresh public outcry over a lockdown that has forced much of the city’s 25 million population to stay at home. Images of white hazmat-suit-clad workers sealing entrances of housing blocks and closing off entire streets with roughly two metre-tall […] read more
Plus de 400 ans du français dans les Amériques/More than 400 yrs of French in the Americas – Zachary Richard (Louisiane, USA) et Celine Dion (Québec, Canada)
Plus de 400 ans de la francophonie dans les Amériques/More than 400 yrs of French in the Americas On attend … Continue reading → read more
EU Council and Commission appeal Western Sahara ruling
24-Apr-2022 The Council of the EU has appealed the ruling of the EU General Court annulling the application of EU-Morocco deals in occupied Western Sahara. Surprisingly, the EU Commission lodged separate appeals. read more
Komando.com1 day ago
Are you in danger? Ford, Toyota and Lexus recall over 1 MILLION cars over mechanical and software issues
There are some pretty serious issues in Ford, Toyota and Lexus cars. Your danger level depends on the model you own. Here are the details. read more
Robert Lighthizer Discusses Biden Trade Policy and Potential for Administration to Remove Chinese Tariffs
Robert Lighthizer was the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) under the Trump administration. Lighthizer was exceptionally strong in developing and structuring the America First trade policy that included the effective use of tariffs to get fair trade outcomes. In this video Ambassador Lighthizer discusses the current trade policy of the Biden administration with former National Economic […] The post Robert Lighthizer Discusses Biden Trade Policy and Potential for Administration to Remove Chinese Tariffs appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Michael West1 day ago
Inflation to determine rate hike timing
All eyes will be on the release of the latest inflation data this week which could force the central bank to pull the trigger on interest rates to curb cost of living pressures. The latest Reserve Bank board minutes show the RBA is ready for core inflation above three per cent when the figures are […] read more
Michael West1 day ago
China promotes coal in emissions setback
China is promoting coal-fired power as the ruling Communist Party tries to revive a sluggish economy, prompting warnings Beijing is setting back efforts to cut climate-changing carbon emissions from the biggest global source. Official plans call for boosting coal production capacity by 300 million tonnes this year, according to news reports. That is equal to […] read more
"All Of Us..."
"So long as the deceit ran along quiet and monotonous, all of us let ourselves be deceived, abetting it unawares or maybe through cowardice..." - William Faulkner read more
Japan boat capsizes in Hokkaido environs: 26 aboard
Japan boat capsizes in Hokkaido environs: 26 aboard Kanako Mita and Sawako Utsumi Modern Tokyo Times A Japanese tourist boat capsized during a trip that took in the stunning scenes of the Shiretoko Peninsula – off Hokkaido. The boat had 26 people on board, including two children. Therefore, Japan launched an immediate search and rescue […] The post Japan boat capsizes in Hokkaido environs: 26 aboard first appeared on Modern Tokyo Times. read more
When Is History Going To Repeat Itself?
Erfurt latrine disaster- In July 1184, Henry VI, King of Germany (later Holy Roman Emperor), held court at a Hoftag in the Petersberg Citadel in Erfurt. On the morning of 26 July, the combined weight of the assembled nobles caused the wooden second story floor of the building to collapse and most of them fell… Continue reading → read more
Come Back Truckers!
All is forgiven. Estimated approx. 8,000 bikers convoy expected in Ottawa next weekend. Rolling Thunder in the cause of freedom. pic.twitter.com/6xPGKK3v5r — Victor Green. KGCSt.G (@VictorGreenPPC) April 22, 2022 If you enjoyed the honking, you’re really going to enjoy the straight pipes. h/t Scott read more
21% Of Children In New Zealand Suffered Injection Side Effects
At least 21% of New Zealand children suffered reactions to their injections. The press describes hundreds of thousands or millions of children as “few children.” Few children experienced adverse side effects after Pfizer vaccine – survey | RNZ News read more
Russia Will Deploy 'Satan 2' Nuclear Missiles This Autumn
Putin watches a test launch of the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile at Plesetsk cosmodrome in Arkhangelsk region, via video link in Moscow, Russia, April 20, 2022 *Daily Mail:* *Russia will deploy 'Satan 2' nuclear missiles 'capable of destroying the UK' this autumn in 'historic' weapons upgrade following recent test* * Vladimir Putin's regime has announced it will deploy fearsome nuclear-capable 'Satan II' missile this autumn * The devastating Sarmat missile is said to be the world's longest-range intercontinental ballistic missile * Western military experts said ... read more
Modern Journalism
The purpose of the mainstream media seems to be to make personal attacks on anyone who questions official propaganda and lies. How a Sleazy American Dating Coach Became a Pro-Putin Shill in Ukraine read more
Happy Orthodox Easter 2022 : Saturday of Tension in East Jerusalem
Happy Orthodox Easter to all Christians around the globe especially Egyptian and Palestinian Christians celebrating it tonight. Christians including Egyptian Christians waiting for their turn to... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] read more
Snopes.com1 day ago
Long-Serving Utah Senator Orrin Hatch Dies at Age 88
Orrin G. Hatch, who became the longest-serving Republican senator in history as he represented Utah for more than four decades, died Saturday at age 88. read more
Ukraine President Zelensky Says He Will Meet With US Secretary of State Blinken And Defense Secretary Austin In Kyiv On Sunday
*Daily Mail*:* Zelensky announces Kyiv meeting with Secretary Of State Blinken, Defense Secretary Austin on Sunday* * Ukraine's president says he will meet Sunday in Kyiv with the US Secretary of State and Secretary of Defense * President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke of the plans to meet with Antony Blinken and Lloyd Austin on Saturday during a press conference * For weeks, Zelenskyy has urged Western allies to send Ukraine more weapons to counter the Russian invasion * The announcement comes as many prominent politicians travel into Kyiv for meetings with Ukraine's president... read more
Cold Hottest Year On Record
Experts say we are having the hottest weather on record. Meanwhile back in the real world, the US is having 0ne of its coldest years on record. read more
Cairns News1 day ago
China makes land grab in Western Australia
Following China’s security pact with the Solomon Islands, Chinese Government-owned companies were parties to a hearing in the Supreme Court of Western Australia designed to circumvent the Australia Foreign Investment Review Board, Mineralogy Chairman Clive Palmer said today. Mr Palmer confirmed that Chinese Government companies were seeking control over hundreds of square kilometres of Western […] read more
Japan Buddhism and Torei Enji (1721-1792): Art and calligraphy
Japan Buddhism and Tōrei Enji (1721-1792): Art and calligraphy Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Tōrei Enji (1721-1792) was a prominent and esteemed Zen Buddhist monk of the eighteenth century in Japan. He understood the complexity of religion and philosophy in his native country. Thus he desired to build bridges between the complex forces of […] The post Japan Buddhism and Torei Enji (1721-1792): Art and calligraphy first appeared on Modern Tokyo Times. read more
IMF now warning that food supply shortages will create waves of social unrest across the globe
Natural News – by Ethan Huff The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a warning about the future, which looks grim. If things continue as they are... The post IMF now warning that food supply shortages will create waves of social unrest across the globe appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Baltimore Residents To Get $1,000 Checks In UBI Pilot Test
Zero Hedge – by Tyler Durden Newly elected Mayor Brandon Scott will provide unconditional payments of $1,000 a month for two years to low-income families... The post Baltimore Residents To Get $1,000 Checks In UBI Pilot Test appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
FBI warns cyber attacks could impact world food supply
RT The top US law enforcement agency has warned of increased cyber attacks on agricultural cooperatives, saying hackers could target large-scale farms and potentially impact... The post FBI warns cyber attacks could impact world food supply appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
It’s Simple: Gun Taxes ARE Gun Control
Machine Gun Nest – by BKROP Did you know that on a Federal, State, and Local level, Democratic lawmakers are pushing legislation to fund gun-control... The post It’s Simple: Gun Taxes ARE Gun Control appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Ex-NATO analyst paints a completely different picture of Ukraine war
Free West Media Baud noted that the so-called Russian-backed separatists in Donbass were never supported in any way by Russia for the past eight years. After... The post Ex-NATO analyst paints a completely different picture of Ukraine war appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
EU Accepts The Kremlin's Proposal On How To Pay For Russian Gas
European Union flags fly outside the European Commission headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, April 10, 2019. REUTERS/Yves Herman/File Photo *FOX News:* *Russia sanctions: European Commission suggests Moscow's gas payment workaround may work for EU companies* Moscow threatened to cut off Europe unless companies fulfilled their contracts. The European Commission advised companies that Moscow's proposed workaround to complete gas payments may not violate sanctions enacted due to the invasion of Ukraine. "EU companies can ask their Russian counterparts to fulfill their contractu... read more
Frozen Tax Day
April 14-16 US temperatures have been plummeting for the past 15 years, with the past five years all among the coldest on record. read more
Komando.com1 day ago
Watch out for Mac apps that trick you into paying for subscriptions
Don't download these dangerous Mac apps. They secretly sign you up for unwanted subscriptions. read more
April 24, 1908 Tornado Outbreak
A tornado outbreak on April 24, 1908 killed hundreds of people in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. 25 Apr 1908, 1 – The Chattanooga News at Newspapers.com 25 Apr 1908, 8 – The Commercial Appeal at Newspapers.com read more
Michael West1 day ago
National virus death toll approaches 7000
NSW and Victoria have recorded more than 18,000 new COVID-19 cases along with 10 deaths, as the national toll since the start of the pandemic approaches 7000 fatalities. Some 6980 Australian lives have been lost to coronavirus, with data still to be reported in most states and territories on Sunday. Almost 42,000 new cases and […] read more
Ukraine Is A Pawn On The Grand Chessboard
Brzezinski was a very powerful National Security Advisor to President Carter. Before that, he founded the Trilateral Commission. Later he taught Madeline Albright and many other key figures in US foreign policy. Brzezinski initiated the “Afghanistan Trap”. That was the secret 1979 US program to mobilize and support mujahedin foreign fighters to invade and destabilize Afghanistan. In this period, Afghanistan was undergoing dramatic positive changes. As described by Canadian academic John Ryan, “Afghanistan once had a progressive secular government, with broad popular support. It ha... read more

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