Tuesday, April 05, 2022

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balance1022 minutes ago
the stone of matter which signifies calcination; security in materiality
While mysteries of Christ have been contemplated by many, only the few have penetrated the depth of wonders of his certain knowledge, his inestimable outreach, his power of ineffable light calculated to part the veils of illusion and reveal the infinite capacity of God to externalize, not only in the natural order but also in the spiritual order, a kingdom without end. The more men meditate upon Christ and upon spiritual things which buoy up the heart above restless tides of human thought, the more intense will become the light around them and the farther they will see into internal... read more
Climate Collections23 minutes ago
Sea ice average for March is the metric used to compare to previous winters
Originally posted on polarbearscience: The average sea ice cover at the end of March is the metric used to compare ‘winter’ ice to previous years or decades, not the single-day date of ‘most’ ice. This year, March ended with 14.6 mkm2 of sea ice, most of which (but not all) is critical polar bear habitat.… read more
Small Dead Animals26 minutes ago
Not Satisfied With The Wreck In Ukraine
The EU is punishing Hungary for voting for the wrong party. EU-Commission triggering rule of law sanctions against Hungary will deter others from following Orban’s anti-democratic path. But it comes late (very late) to safe democracy in 🇭🇺. Delaying sanctions helped Orban to win rigged elections. He will be in power at least 4 more… Continue reading → read more
The Last Refuge46 minutes ago
April 6th – 2022 Presidential Politics – Resistance Day 442
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 6th – 2022 Presidential Politics – Resistance Day 442 appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
The Last Refuge51 minutes ago
Wednesday April 6th – 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 Wednesday April 6th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge . read more
A second study finds Dietary Guidelines panel rife with conflicts of interest
When the job of recommending dietary guidelines occurred during the pandemic, the task went almost unnoticed, but so did the conflicts of interest that existed among the 20 people who had the advisory role, a new study finds. And those conflicts are not going unnoticed with the publication of a second study on conflicts of... Continue Reading read more
EU figures show high levels of antibiotic resistance in foodborne bacteria
Antibiotic resistance in Salmonella and Campylobacter bacteria is still high based on the latest European figures. The data covers 2019 to 2020, according to a report published by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). Levels on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Salmonella and Campylobacter and indicator bacteria... Continue Reading read more
Survey reveals food safety concerns in Germany; consumers urged to be wary of wild garlic
A German survey has looked at what food issues the population is concerned about. Half of the respondents think that food bought in Germany is safe and 44 percent think that food safety will continue to increase, said Andreas Hensel, BfR president. Only 12 percent said food was not safe and 18 percent said food... Continue Reading read more
April 6, 2022: Reader Tips
This evening we present an interesting documentary about the Mennonites. Sharing your best recent tips is always appreciated. read more
FDA steps up import enforcement because of pesticides, Salmonella and Listeria
The Food and Drug Administration is continuing its use of 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... Continue Reading read more
Econlib1 hour ago
Menger on Price Formation
One of the best readings from Carl Menger’s Principles of Economics, a reading that we covered in the colloquium on Menger on which I was discussion leader in Las Vegas last weekend, is about how prices are formed. The following quote gives the flavor: If, for example, an economizing individual, A, has a horse that […] The post Menger on Price Formation appeared first on Econlib. read more
The Last Refuge3 hours ago
Glowing Reviews, Sean Penn and Sean Hannity Team Up to Support U.S. War Against Russia
Sean Penn appears on Fox News with Sean Hannity to discuss their unity message that U.S. military forces should begin combat operations against Russia in Ukraine. The Hollywood actor follows a familiar intelligence community script complete with wardrobe to match the theme. For those who have watched the process the U.S. govt and intelligence apparatus […] The post Glowing Reviews, Sean Penn and Sean Hannity Team Up to Support U.S. War Against Russia appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
The Rising of American Genius
For too long, the success of the United States has been wrongfully premised on our strength after world War II. International observers now believe that they are witnessing the decline of the US and the rise of Asia. Fortunately, this is not an accurate picture. The strength of the US has actually been smothered for the last 75 years, and nearly snuffed. With the Presidency of Donald Trump, the quality of American genius that brought the world a new age of freedom during the 18th and 19th century, has been reignited. read more
War News Updates37 minutes ago
Pentagon Leaders Confirm That There Has Been No Strikes In Afghanistan Since The US Withdrawal
*Defense News:* *No strikes in Afghanistan since US withdrawal, DoD leaders confirm* U.S. military forces have not conducted any counterterrorism strikes in Afghanistan since withdrawing all troops from the country last summer, but military officials insisted on Tuesday that they have the capability to monitor and neutralize threats there despite logistical challenges. Pressed by lawmakers on the Senate Armed Services Committee, Gen. Richard Clarke, head of U.S. Special Operations Command, acknowledged the withdrawal has reduced intelligence resources in Afghanistan and respo... read more
GREENIE WATCH1 hour ago
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* Report: Biden Desperate for Oil from Canada, Just Not Thru Keystone XL Pipeline* President Joe Biden is desperate to increase oil imports from Canada as the nation continues to struggle with high fuel prices — but is determined not to resurrect the Keystone XL pipeline, whose permit Biden canceled on his first day in office in 2021. According to the Wall Street Journal, the Biden administration is seeking to increase Canadian oil imports through rail, which is dirtier and riskier for the environment than pipelines, as Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg has admitted. The... read more
Poll: Nearly 70% Of Americans Are Worried About A Nuclear Attack
*CNBC:* *Nearly 70% of Americans are worried about a nuclear attack, according to APA survey. Here’s what could happen* The world watched uneasily on Feb. 24 when Russian troops, under the orders of President Vladimir Putin, invaded Ukraine. “The prospect of nuclear conflict, once unthinkable, is now back within the realm of possibility,” U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said March 14. Nearly 70% of Americans surveyed by the American Psychological Association said they “are worried the invasion of Ukraine is going to lead to nuclear war, and that they fear that we ar... read more
War News Updates2 hours ago
U.S., U.K., And Australia Agree To Cooperate Together To Develop Hypersonic Missiles
*Daily Mail: **Biden announces hypersonic missile deal with US and Australia to help beat China in the arms race after US tested rocket that flew five times the speed of sound and reached 65,000ft* * President Biden announced Tuesday that the U.S. will work with the U.K. and Australia to develop hypersonic weapons as it plays catch up with China * Details emerged after the Pentagon said it tested a hypersonic missile * They pose a new threat as they can evade existing air defense systems * China has conducted hundreds of tests and defense officials have warned that the U.S.... read more
The Spy Called R65
How is R65 doing these days. Is he still flying in the Middle East? Is he still a Mossad spy? In January 2011, R65 made headlines in the newspapers. His story became viral on the Internet. He was captured in the hinterlands of Saudi Arabia and was suspected of being a Mossad spy. At the time of his capture, R65 was armed with sharp claws, sharp beak, beady eyes, feathers, and a GPS tracker of Tel Aviv University. R65 was a Griffon vulture. The Israeli authorities said that the bird was not a spy—it was part of their multiyear study of the migratory pattern of vultures. The newspape... read more
naked capitalism2 hours ago
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Gabriel Fri 4/5 Fed cream, had a little, only wants to eat Greenies Came and sat on desk on the mouse pad and purred even before I started petting him. Of course I cried. Then he did pat my face and do his fake head butts to pet him. Sat Ate a little of Greenies […] read more
War News Updates2 hours ago
New Study Says A Cold War Space Arms Race Is Back
*Breaking Defense:* *Cold War space arms race is back, with more racers, new studies find* One of the most worrisome trends reported by the Secure World Foundation and Center for Strategic and International Studies is the increase in the number of countries seeking to develop counterspace capabilities. SPACE SYMPOSIUM: Not only are more countries racing to develop counterspace capabilities, but the testing of anti-satellite technology has been on an upward trend in recent years, according to new, separate research by Secure World Foundation and the Center for Strategic and Inter... read more
The Last Refuge2 hours ago
Joint Chiefs Chairman, General Mark Milley, Sees Ukraine as a Long-Term Protracted Battle
In the lead-in to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, all of the U.S. involvement in the country was operated by bureaucrats and politicians from the U.S. State Dept, CIA, Intelligence Community and Senate. The Pentagon played a far lesser supportive role. As a consequence of that previous investment, the current U.S response to the Russian […] The post Joint Chiefs Chairman, General Mark Milley, Sees Ukraine as a Long-Term Protracted Battle appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Inflation Protests Erupt Across Peru As President Imposes Curfew, Calls In Military
Zero Hedge – by Tyler Durden Inflation poses severe challenges for emerging market economies. The latest example is in Peru, where social unrest spreads across... The post Inflation Protests Erupt Across Peru As President Imposes Curfew, Calls In Military appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Boston Police Use Asset Forfeiture Funds to Secretly Purchase Stingray Spy Device
Tenth Amendment Center – by Michael Maharrey Civil asset forfeiture is a pernicious policy in its own right. It is nothing more than legalized, institutionalized,... The post Boston Police Use Asset Forfeiture Funds to Secretly Purchase Stingray Spy Device appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Business Slammed for Flyer Urging ‘Un-American Commies’ Not to Apply
Newsweek An alleged business flyer is causing quite a stir by insisting “un-American Commies need not apply,” and the Internet is condemning the business over... The post Business Slammed for Flyer Urging ‘Un-American Commies’ Not to Apply appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Jordan Shanks, the Parliament prayer room, a police raid and the sounds of silence
[image: Jordan Shanks, @friendlyjordies, Parliament prayer room] Allegations of senior Liberal figures cavorting with prostitutes in the Parliament prayer room. Another whistleblower raid. Yet two days on, deafening silence. Not a word from the corporate media and the national broadcasters. Michael West reports. read more
‘Sanctions Games’ Weaken Dollar And Euro – Kremlin
‘Sanctions Games’ Weaken Dollar And Euro – Kremlin by https://www.rt.com/ The switch to national currencies in cross-border settlements has begun and there is no stopping it, Russian president’s spokespman says – The prestige of the US dollar and the euro has been “greatly shaken” by anti-Russia sanctions, which now drive more and more countries to … read more
Miami Open Carnage: 15 Fully Vaxxed Tennis Players Unable to Finish Contests.
Question for people who follow tennis more than me: this sounds unusual – is it? Yahoo News: ‘In total, there has been 15 withdrawals/retirements during the Miami Open.’https://t.co/7jayWxZ89c — John Ruddick 🌸 (@JohnRuddick2) April 3, 2022 Miami Open Carnage: 15 Fully Vaxxed Tennis Players Unable to Finish Contests. by https://needtoknow.news/ The tennis world has reacted … read more
The Origins of Ukraine’s Fascists Nazis & Why It Matters, w/ Historian Tarik Cyril Amar
BreakThrough News For those who just discovered Ukraine two months ago, the fact that Ukrainian nationalism has been dangerously intertwined with fascism might sound like Russian propaganda. But is it? How powerful is the Ukrainian far right? Are they really linked to Nazis? Why is the corporate-owned media denying this? To place this war and … read more
Flashback: U.S. Congress Admits Nazi Role in Ukraine
U.S. Congress Admits Nazi Role in Ukraine Originally published: Orinoco Tribune by Robert Parry (12 June 2015 – Reposted: March 21, 2022 ) | – Posted Mar 23, 2022 Editorial note: Orinoco Tribune does not generally publish articles that are over 10 days old. However, in this case an exception is being made, as the subject matter of the … read more
After Russia Freezes Europe – While Benny Peiser Tours Australia
I’ve never meet Benny Peiser. He’s the CEO of the London-based Global Warming Policy Foundation (GWPF). He will be speaking at The Brisbane Club on Wednesday 27th April 2022 at an event hosted by Graham Young from the Australian Institute for Progress. He will be in Sydney the day before (26th April) at the Roseville [...] The post After Russia Freezes Europe – While Benny Peiser Tours Australia appeared first on Jennifer Marohasy. read more
"I Won't Buy A House Now, Hold Off; Households Are Running Out Of Money; Mortgage Rates; Gas"
Jeremiah Babe, PM 4/5/22: *"I Won't Buy A House Now, Hold Off; * *Households Are Running Out Of Money; Mortgage Rates; Gas"* read more
War News Updates4 hours ago
Iran Blames The U.S. For The Impasse In Nuclear Talks
File photo of Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Saeed Khatibzadeh. /CFP *Reuters: **Iran blames U.S. for halt to Vienna nuclear talks* DUBAI (Reuters) -The United States is responsible for the pause in talks between Tehran and world powers in Vienna aimed at reviving their 2015 nuclear deal, an Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson said on Monday. "America is responsible for the halt of these talks ... a deal is very much within reach," Saeed Khatibzadeh told a weekly news conference. "Washington should make political decision for the deal's revival," he said, adding th... read more
War News Updates4 hours ago
NATO Says It Expects Russia To Regroup For A 'Concentrated Attack' To Take The Donbas
*Insider: **NATO says it expects Russia to plan a 'concentrated attack' to take over the entire Donbas region* * Russia is expected to follow through with its previously announced plan to "liberate" the Donbas region. * On Tuesday, NATO said Russia will likely launch that "concentrated effort" in the next few weeks. * NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said it's important for allies to provide support to Ukraine. Russia will likely launch a new "concentrated" offensive in Ukraine's eastern Donbas region in the next few weeks, NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg s... read more
Gerald Celente, "And The Loser Is Freedom, Peace And Justice"
*Full screen recommended.* *Strong language alert!* Gerald Celente, "The Trends Journal": *"And The Loser Is Freedom, Peace And Justice"* "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/ As only Gerald can, lol read more
Nepal peacekeeper killed; UN strongly condemns attack in DR Congo
The UN chief on Tuesday together with the Security Council, strongly condemned an attack by suspected militia members, on peacekeepers serving in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), which left one Nepali ‘blue helmet’ dead. Read the full story, “Nepal peacekeeper killed; UN strongly condemns attack in DR Congo”, on globalissues.org → read more
Plant health summit aims to boost food security, safeguard human health
The world’s plant protection body met on Tuesday, aiming to set new plant health standards to both safeguard human wellbeing and preserve food security, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Read the full story, “Plant health summit aims to boost food security, safeguard human health”, on globalissues.org → read more
El Salvador: Response to the rise in gang killings ‘cruel and inhuman’
The introduction of a series of measures in El Salvador in response to a rise in gang killings, has prompted the grave concern of the UN human rights office, which noted on Tuesday a pattern of “unnecessary and excessive use of force” by police and military forces. Read the full story, “El Salvador: Response to the rise in gang killings ‘cruel and inhuman’”, on globalissues.org → read more
Sri Lanka: Mishandling of economic crisis triggers alarm over rights violations
The UN human rights office (OHCHR) on Tuesday urged authorities in Sri Lanka to defuse tensions peacefully, after a state of emergency was declared in response to protests over the country’s deepening economic crisis. Read the full story, “Sri Lanka: Mishandling of economic crisis triggers alarm over rights violations”, on globalissues.org → read more
"35 Shocking Facts About Housing's New Crisis"
*Full screen recommended.* *"35 Shocking Facts About Housing's New Crisis"* by Epic Economist "We’re in the middle of the greatest housing bubble in history, and prices are about to go even higher before a crash occurs to push them back down. Ordinary Americans are facing huge challenges to afford their mortgage or rent payments, and that is causing a lot of financial stress for millions of families out there. Hundreds of thousands of hard-working Americans may lose their homes in the coming months as they become unable to keep up with soaring costs and rising interest rates. Over ... read more
Pension Pulse4 hours ago
CPP Investments Partners Up With Inpher to Develop Unique Datasets
Anna Gordon of Chief Investment Officer reports that CPP Investments will collaborate with Inpher to develop a unique dataset for investment forecasting: The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board has entered into an agreement with Inpher, a company that has developed a technology to protect data while it is being analyzed. The technology, called Secret Computing, allows data analysts to run complex, collaborative, machine-learning models *without compromising the data’s security*. CPP hopes that using Inpher’s technology, they will be able to develop a unique dataset that helps pr... read more
Medical Kidnap4 hours ago
Mask Wearing Has Left a Generation of Toddlers Struggling With Speech and Social Skills
Lockdown restrictions, including adults wearing face masks, has left a generation of babies and toddlers struggling with speech and social skills, according to an official report. Inspectors working for Ofsted found that infants being surrounded by adults wearing face masks for significant periods of time over the last two years has damaged their learning and communication abilities. Those turning two “will have been surrounded by adults wearing masks for their whole lives and have therefore been unable to see lip movements or mouth shapes as regularly,” the report found. “Some p... read more
War News Updates5 hours ago
Russia - Ukraine War Creating A Global Food Crisis
*Politico:* *‘We see the storm coming’: U.S. struggles to contain a deepening global food crisis* *Biden officials are scrambling to limit the damage from fast-spreading food shortages sparked by Russia’s war in Ukraine, but they face an array of complex political and logistical challenges.* As Russian forces refocus the brunt of their military assault on Ukraine’s food-producing southeast, U.S. officials and lawmakers are struggling to help ward off a deepening crisis both inside Ukraine and for fragile economies around the world already reeling from climate disasters and ... read more
Iran Says No More Nuclear Negotiations, Blames US for Impasse
Iran Says No More Nuclear Negotiations, Blames US for Impasse by Jason Ditz, https://news.antiwar.com/ Officials with Iran’s Foreign Ministry are giving indications that the Vienna negotiations are not just “stalled” but effectively over. They say they are prepared to return to Vienna to sign the final deal, but not if it’s just for more negotiations. … read more
Komando.com5 hours ago
Vehicle recall: 737K Fords recalled for brake failure and fire risk
More than 700K vehicles were recalled due to fire risks. Find out now if yours made the list. read more
Mask Wearing Has Left a Generation of Toddlers Struggling With Speech and Social Skills
Lockdown restrictions, including adults wearing face masks, has left a generation of babies and toddlers struggling with speech and social skills, according to an official report. Inspectors working for Ofsted found that infants being surrounded by adults wearing face masks for significant periods of time over the last two years has damaged their learning and communication abilities. Those turning two “will have been surrounded by adults wearing masks for their whole lives and have therefore been unable to see lip movements or mouth shapes as regularly,” the report found. “Some p... read more
Australian Weather Warfare, Evacuations and “Wellness Camps” – A Warning
Originally posted on NORTHLAND NEW ZEALAND CHEMTRAILS WATCH: This warning from Cathy was posted on her Facebook page on April the 4th and refers to weather warfare operations in eastern Australia used to create unprecedented flooding, and place evacuees in prison-like “Wellness camps.” Refer: Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk offers the state’s purpose-built quarantine facility to… read more
Pfizer Hired 600+ People to Process Vaccine Injury Reports, Documents Reveal
Pfizer Hired 600+ People to Process Vaccine Injury Reports, Documents Reveal Pfizer hired about 600 additional full-time employees to process adverse event reports during the three months following authorization of its COVID-19 vaccine, with plans to hire 1,800 more by June 2021, newly released documents reveal. by Michael Nevradakis, Ph.D., The Defender April 5, 2022 The post Pfizer Hired 600+ People to Process Vaccine Injury Reports, Documents Reveal appeared first on Truth Comes to Light. read more
Komando.com8 hours ago
Best video doorbells: 5 options for keeping an eye on the porch
Not all video doorbells are made equal. Some are better at night vision while others provide higher-quality daytime recordings. read more
Ghetto Girls Living Large on Suckers Money
*Patrisse Cullors, Alicia Garza and Melina Abdullah Celebrate the Anniversary of the Death of Their Meal Ticket - George Floyd * Anyone with a lick of sense knew when the face of Black Lives Matter became the loudmouth ghetto girl Patrisse Cullors, things would surely eventually go crazy. Whether through the virtue signaling celebrities' or outright intimidation and fear by corporation's of boycotts and accusations of racism, the money began rolling in and grift, greed and corruption was sure to arise. It did. And now that the BLM has made mocker of it's non-profit status by non... read more
The Fed is SILENT On These TRILLION-DOLLAR Loan Details
Glenn Beck Thanks to the Dodd Frank Act, the New York Federal Reserve legally was required to release yesterday both the names of institutions that received loans at the end of 2019 and how much those loans contained. Shockingly, just TWO foreign banks — one from Japan and one from France — received TRILLIONS of … read more
War News Updates5 hours ago
Top U.S. General Expects The Conflict In Ukraine To Last Years
*CBS News:* *Top U.S. military officer expects Ukraine conflict to be "measured in years"* The highest ranking military officer in the U.S. said Tuesday that he expects the conflict in Ukraine to last years. "I do think this is a very protracted conflict, and I think it's measured in years. I don't know about decade, but at least years for sure," Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark Milley told the House Armed Services Committee Tuesday during testimony on the defense budget. "This is a very extended conflict that Russia has initiated and I think that NATO, th... read more
War News Updates5 hours ago
Top U.S. General Says Potential For Great Power Conflict 'Increasing'
*Daily Mail:* *Joint Chiefs Chair Mark Milley demands nuclear sea-launched cruise missiles, warns 'potential for significant international conflict' with China and Russia is 'increasing' and says Ukraine war could last 'years'* * The nation's most senior military figure on Tuesday listed the threats facing the U.S. as he appeared before lawmakers to discuss the Pentagon's budget * Gen. Mark Milley said the world was growing more unstable * Washington must pursue peace with the 'unambiguous capability of strength' relative to China and to Russia, he said * And he warned th... read more
Organizing Notes5 hours ago
Hear from French filmmaker in Donbass
French journalist in the Donbass, Anne-Laure Bonnel, complains about censorship and criticism by French media of her films. Sorry if the translation subtitles are not 100% perfect. (Hit the cc button) Her 2016 documentary about the Donbass can be seen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN68OfFKaWs She said no channel in the French media wanted to show her documentary, because it was not considered 'relevant'. She doesn't seem to have a YT channel, but there's a recent interview with her here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SbiAGkBQ9HY read more
Not PC5 hours ago
"The UN's very first charter is to maintain peace and make sure that peace is adhered to. Where is the peace?"
*"[The very first charter of the United Nations is to] maintain peace and make sure that peace is adhered to. Where is the peace? Where are those guarantees that the UN needs to guarantee? [Russia’s actions in Ukraine have resulted in] the most terrible war crimes of all times we have seen since the end of World War Two.... "We are dealing with a state that is turning the veto into the UN security council into the right to die. "This undermines the whole architecture of global security. It allows them to go unpunished. So they are destroying everything that they can. [Th... read more
Liquid Mind, "My Orchid Spirit (Extragalactic)"
*Full screen recommended.* *Liquid Mind, "My Orchid Spirit (Extragalactic)"* read more
GEORGIA'S THREE TOP GUBERNATORIAL CANDIDATES RELEASED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- GUESS WHICH ONE IS CONTROVERSIAL?
Here are some headlines: So what's the big news? From AP: When Democrat Stacey Abrams first ran for Georgia governor in 2018, her lackluster personal finances and a hefty bill from the IRS gave Republicans fodder to question how she could manage a state budget when she struggled with her own debts. As she launches a second bid this year, that’s no longer an issue. Abrams now says she’s worth $3.17 million, according to state disclosures filed in March. That’s compared with a net worth of $109,000 when she first ran four years ago. Her rapid ascent into millionaire status corresp... read more
"A Look to the Heavens"
"Colorful NGC 1579 resembles the better known Trifid Nebula, but lies much farther north in planet Earth's sky, in the heroic constellation Perseus. About 2,100 light-years away and 3 light-years across, NGC 1579 is, like the Trifid, a study in contrasting blue and red colors, with dark dust lanes prominent in the nebula's central regions. In both, dust reflects starlight to produce beautiful blue reflection nebulae. But unlike the Trifid, in NGC 1579 the reddish glow is not emission from clouds of glowing hydrogen gas excited by ultraviolet light from a nearby hot star. Instead, the... read more
Chet Raymo, “Very, Very, Very, Very, Very...”
*“Very, Very, Very, Very, Very...”* by Chet Raymo "In a short story that was published posthumously in the New Yorker, the inestimable Primo Levi meditated on the limits of language. The story was called “The Tranquil Star.” He writes "The star was very big and very hot, and its weight was enormous," and realizes immediately that the adjectives have failed him: “For a discussion of stars our language is inadequate and seems laughable, as if someone were trying to plow with a feather. It's a language that was born with us, suitable for describing objects more or less as large and l... read more
Reality Cannot Penetrate Into The Fantasy World Of Climate Campaigners
* It was only a few weeks ago when the UN’s International Energy Agency issued its Report on “CO2 Emissions in 2021.” (The Report does not bear a precise date, but only “March 2022.”) I covered the IEA’s Report in my previous post a few days ago. * The Report gives detail as to the obvious fact that world CO2 emissions, after a downward blip in 2020 due to the Covid pandemic, have resumed their rapid increase, mostly attributable to massive deployment of coal-fired electricity generation resources in large-population developing countries like China and India. * In any rational world... read more
April 5, 1972 Washington State Tornado
The only deadly tornado in Washington State history occurred on this date fifty years ago. An elementary school was destroyed in Vancouver, Washington on April 5, 1972. 06 Apr 1972, Page 1 – Statesman Journal at Newspapers.com read more

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