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Democrats Hiding Real Reason for Opposing Walls
[image: democrats-hiding-real-reason-for-opposing-walls] As I write, the mass media is full of condemnations about the government shutdown. President Trump blames the Democrats, and the Democrats blame President Trump. The issue, of course, is the prospect of a wall at the Mexican border. But there are aspects of this very real problem that aren’t being discussed.
Far Right Republican Congressman Predicts The End Of Trump In 2019
*Congressman LeBoutillier (R-NY), back in the day* It was strange when John LeBoutillier was elected to Congress on Long Island in 1980. He was nationally prominent young, antagonistic and brash right-wing Republican-- a Matt Gaetz of his day-- and he beat a liberal icon, Leslie Wolff, who had held the seat since 1964. He only lasted for one term and he's finally been-- in the words of Tip O'Neill, "housebroken." Yesterday he penned an OpEd for *The Hill* that was even meaner about Trump than he's for having been about Tip O'Neill. His premise is that Trump won't survive 2019. And h... more »
SYRIA: The Western Rogue States Must Confess their Crimes Against Humanity and be held Accountable
*Vanessa Beeley* | It is not enough for the West to stop financing terrorism, they must pay for their crimes against the Syrian people.
Taking Aim: The Problematic Nature of Artificial Intelligence in a Time of Social Conflict
Many scientists, engineers, and governments are promoting what they call artificial intelligence, without a thorough critique of the validity of their concepts or evaluation of the harm that could result from implementing them. Computer science organizations have begun promoting improved ethical standards, but there is little reason to believe that ethics have much power in today’s conflicted world. Research on the actual ethical, legal and social implications of various kinds of AI is actually quite limited. How can we begin a proper debate?
Trump Slows Syria Pullout: Military Given Four Months to Withdraw
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China’s Xi threatens Taiwan with force but also seeks peaceful ‘reunification’
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U.S.’s Defeat in Syria is a Crisis of Empire
The post U.S.’s Defeat in Syria is a Crisis of Empire appeared first on The Duran.
NASA prepares for Roscosmos (Russian Space Agency) chief’s visit despite criticism in Washington
The post NASA prepares for Roscosmos (Russian Space Agency) chief’s visit despite criticism in Washington appeared first on The Duran.
Russia, Turkey content with Moscow talks on Syria, but fate of YPG Kurdish militia still unclear
The post Russia, Turkey content with Moscow talks on Syria, but fate of YPG Kurdish militia still unclear appeared first on The Duran.
Record Cold And Snow At Los Alamos, New Mexico
The forecast for Los Alamos is eight continuous days below freezing from December 27 to January 3. Los Alamos, NM Calendar | Weather Underground That ties their record, previously set in 1925, 1930, 1966, 1982, and 1987. The maximum temperature of … Continue reading →
2019 Musings
*Arming the Feds* (LINK HERE) There's some chatter on the internet about the number firearms and amount of ammunition that federal agencies such at the US Department of Agriculture, National Institutes of Health, Internal Revenue Service, Social Security Administration, etc. are spending and why these agencies with a severely limited law enforcement role need to stockpile. The Food and Drug Administration has 390 pistols, 122 shotguns and 200K rounds of ammunition currently in inventory. That is in addition to the weapons carried by the (rented) security people who protect their pr... more »
Parts of the USA sound just like the Third World
I was struck by the "celebrations" to usher in the New Year in some of America's largest cities. They might as well have been firefights, to judge by the noise. Here, for example, is Detroit, Michigan. And in Chicago: Indianapolis: An unnamed city in Kentucky: I could go on, but why bother? It was that way in many cities across the country, and many casualties resulted. This is how Third World people behave. They have no self-control, don't care (don't even think about) the possibility that their actions may have consequences, and act on impulse. They use wha... more »
Happy New Year to Sanofi Merck from the FDA
NOTE: Seems the swamp is full to flooding in Pharmaland. Vaxelis, a 6 in 1 vaccine, is now approved. By Teresa Conrick It was a Friday, four days before Christmas, when the FDA sent out an approval letter to Sanofi... more »
Journals are failing to address duplication in the literature, says a new study
How seriously are journals taking duplicated work that they publish? That was the question Mario Malički and colleagues set out to answer six years ago. And last month, they published their findings in Biochemia Medica. The upshot? Journals have a lot of work to do. Since we’re often asked why duplication is a problem, we’ll … Continue reading Journals are failing to address duplication in the literature, says a new study
Spectacular mammatus or 'mammary clouds' form over Sydney as storms swirl nearby
As hail and thunderstorms continue to hit a number of areas across New South Wales, keen weather-watchers have documented unusual cloud formations called mammatus, or "mammary clouds" in the skies over parts of Sydney.
China may have beaten the US to a ship-mounted electromagnetic railgun
A Chinese naval warship has been pictured out at sea carrying what appears to be an electromagnetic railgun, a ship-mounted weapon that can fire projectiles at 2.5 kilometres per second.
ASA Uphold Complaint Against Good Energy
By Paul Homewood h/t Philip Bratby The Advertising Standards Authority have upheld another complaint against Good Energy: Background THIS RULING REPLACES THAT PUBLISHED ON 28 FEBRUARY 2018. THE WORDING OF THE ASSESSMENT HAS CHANGED BUT THE DECISION TO UPHOLD REMAINS. Ad description A website for Good Energy, http://www.goodenergy.co.uk, seen in September […]
Greenpeace hipocrisy
“We have made a mistake, one that we have tried to correct,” Greenpeace International, based in Amsterdam, admitted in mid-November, adding it allowed Rainbow Warrior II “to be scrapped on a beaching yard in Bangladesh, in a way that does not live … Continue reading →
Status Quo Seekers Fear This Senator is Advising Trump
While the Blob freaks out, reports suggest Rand Paul is helping the president keep his campaign promises on war. The post Status Quo Seekers Fear This Senator is Advising Trump appeared first on The Duran.
Poland Wants France to Share Nukes and Voting Seat on the UNSC
Polish foreign minister Czaputowicz proposed that France share its nuclear arsenal and hand over its seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to the European Union. The post Poland Wants France to Share Nukes and Voting Seat on the UNSC appeared first on The Duran.
Worse Than Obsolete: NATO Creates Enemies
Twenty years’ worth of “unintended” or “collateral” damage hasn’t created friends. The post Worse Than Obsolete: NATO Creates Enemies appeared first on The Duran.
'Contagious smile': Community mourns man who died while swimming
A man who suffered heart failure while swimming at Paynesville in Victoria's east yesterday is remembered as a man who brought joy to everyone he came into contact with.
Up to three million women in India have formed a human chain in defiance of a temple ban
Hundreds of thousands of women link arms across the southern Indian state of Kerala in a show of defiance against moves to keep women away from a famous Hindu temple.
'Just so appalling': NT farmers blame visa system for worker shortage
Melon farmer David Cormack fears he will have to end production due to a lack of workers available to help during the growing season, despite the Northern Territory and Federal governments announcing a new migration program.
WA's road toll hits a record low but speeding, drink-driving overtaken by a new type of danger
A total of 158 drivers died on WA roads last year but authorities warn country roads are claiming a disproportionate number of lives, and speeding and drink-driving are no longer the number one killers.
Murray, Nadal and Kyrgios out in tough day for big guns at the Brisbane International
Former world number ones Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal — who is battling an injury — leave the Brisbane International on the heels of Nick Kyrgios, who will drop out of the world's top 50 and miss out on an Australian Open seeding.
Kim Jong-un wants to meet Donald Trump again, but that doesn't mean he will give up his nukes
The leader of North Korea wants sanctions lifted and appears to be optimistic that the US President would make further concessions, but an expert says denuclearisation would not happen for about 20 years.
Nauru asylum seekers welcomed with Australian tradition
Every year, Adelaide Hills resident Catherine Russell opens her doors to host new arrivals for a favourite Australian pastime, a barbecue.
We're Not Gonna Take It: Twisted Sister threatens Palmer with legal action over song use
Businessman and political hopeful Clive Palmer is standing by the United Australia Party's version of a Twisted Sister song in a political ad, even though the glam rock band is threatening legal action.
Cyclone Penny re-forms and could still about-face toward Queensland coast
Tropical cyclone Penny re-forms in the Coral Sea and is now expected to track back towards the coast during the weekend, the Bureau of Meteorology says.
US-Turkey Conference Planned At Trump Hotel DC; Sponsors Include Boeing, Trump Acting Sec Of Defense Was Boeing Exec; Boeing Just Launched Tech Center In Turkey
The 37th Annual Conference On US-Turkey Relations is planned to be held at Trump International Hotel in Washington DC, in … Continue reading →
Ukraine Fears Breakout Offensive as Russia Breaks “New Year’s Truce”; Ukrainian Soldier Killed
“Ukraine says one of its soldiers has been killed and two others wounded in clashes in the country’s east despite … Continue reading →
The F-35 Is Getting Ready to Strike America's Enemies from Navy Aircraft Carriers
*Kris Osborn* *Security, * Here's everything you need to know. *Key point: The F-35C is engineered with a new technology called Delta Flight Path which helps pilot land on a carrier deck more easily, Pentagon F-35 developers say.* The Navy’s first-of-its-kind carrier-launched F-35C has been conducting aerial maneuvers, weapons integration, “cyclical” flight take-off missions and other war operations from the flight deck of a Nimitz-Class carrier in recent weeks, marking the first operational tests of the stealth fighter slated to deploy in 2021. *(This first appeared last mont... more »
Here’s What Happens to Your Body And Mind if You Give Up Drinking in January
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Aztec moral philosophy didn’t expect anyone to be a saint.
https://aeon.co/essays/aztec-moral-philosophy-didnt-expect-anyone-to-be-a-saint
How to Become an Expert at Recycling
https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2019/01/02/tips-on-how-to-recycle.aspx
Dental Fillings Linked to Pregnancy Risk
https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2019/01/02/dental-fillings-linked-to-pregnancy-risk.aspx
Pet Exposure May Reduce Allergies
https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2019/01/02/pet-exposure-reduce-allergies.aspx?utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=twittermercola_nonlead1&utm_campaign=20190102_pet-exposure-reduce-allergies
C diff Spores on Bedsheets Survive Hospital Laundering
https://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/903601?src=soc_fb_190102_mscpedt_news_mdscp_laundry&faf=1
Chinese Warship Armed With an Electromagnetic Railgun Appears to Have Set Sail
https://www.sciencealert.com/chinese-warship-armed-with-an-electromagnetic-railgun-appears-to-have-set-sail
Elon Musk: Ticket to Mars will cost about $200,000
https://bigthink.com/technology-innovation/elon-musk-cost-spacex-ticket?utm_medium=Social&facebook=1&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1546366299
Saltwater Fish May Go Extinct as Soon as 2048, Says Study
https://themindunleashed.com/2018/03/saltwater-fish-may-go-extinct-as-soon-as-2048-says-study.html
Monsanto Creates First Genetically Modified Strain of Marijuana
https://worldnewsdailyreport.com/monsanto-creates-first-genetically-modified-strain-of-marijuana/
Seaweed-munching microbes produce sustainable bioplastic
[image: The microorganisms produced a bioplastic polymer called polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) after consuming sea lettuce, pictured here] This research is advancing nicely. We have done it and can also source other useful compounds as well. This has always been the real pending solution for plastic waste. Nothing is said yet about yields, let alone economic yields. That latter will likely need regulatory mandates to properly drive into the economy. Cheap clear plastic bottles will not go away unless we make them expensive once replaceable. If is unfortunate that we have in fac... more »
The Depression of 2019-2021?
*[image: tree1_0.PNG]* Canada has seen a wonderful asset inflation of real estate that has touched almost everywhere. It has run steadily from the 1981 breakdown through to today. The consumer accepts a $300,000 condo as normal now and this has all been funded through cheap money. A slight increase will dampen the market but little else. In fact we are digesting this new price regime as the same $1000 per month from 1981 actually buys the same form of asset. I am telling this story because the USA has barely repriced the bulk of its real estate to reflect this access to cheap mon... more »
Trump Scores, Breaks Generals’ 50-Year War Record
It is clear that Trump's objective is to remove ourselves from all forms of military entanglements which happens to be sound policy. Naturally this is not supported by generals who enjoy the free wheeling options a shooting war provide. It also sounds like we will be extracted from Afghanistan as well. Throw in the steady stand down in Korea and we are well on the way. A robust united Europe that includes Russia is a reasonable objective as well. Consider that a robust Space force with gravity ships make the Navy almost irrelevant except as a troop delivery platform.. *Trump Sco... more »
Here's What Drinking a Crazy Colombian Aphrodisiac Did to My Body
Not likely of course, but watch the patter. You end up having a fruit juice with a ground up live crab. Good luck with that concoction and of course no such effect was observed. Today they could have at least thrown in some ground up Viagra. Sadly there are actually only a few plants with truly useful medical properties that do not then demand serious concentration. However, human demand will drive a supply into existence even if it is all bunk. This tale is not even well done and imbibing that drink was outright stupid. There are plenty of nasties that can get into your gut ... more »
Midnight Meme Of The Day!
*by Noah* *DWT*, in conjunction with The United States Postal Service, is proud to announce plans for the above series of Trump Government Shutdown Commemorative Stamps*** as pictured above. Available now (or really just as soon as we take over the post office)! Well, that's not true, but they would be out by now, in fact they should have been available last week, but, you know... the shutdown happened, so we don't really know when. And, as a special gift, just for Trump voters, the stamp below will be made available only to them at the same time. ****Not useable for letters to M... more »
Hanuš Zápal, a top regional architect
Only in recent days, I learned some facts and I was amazed how many buildings that I have known so well were designed by Eng Arch Hanuš Zápal (1885-1964), often considered the most important regional architect of the Pilsner Region of the last 100 years. He was born in a village North of Pilsen, Krašovice, which has just 370 inhabitants. To make it confusing, while also located in the "Pilsen North District", Krašovice is rather far from Krašov, a place with the most powerful communications tower in the region, and another Krašov, a castle on the Berounka River. OK, this is the Lu... more »
Stunning Day In The Desert
January 1, 2019 was an epic day for photography in the Sonoran Desert. Click the images for full-size. They look much better at full resolution.
Iran Challenges Saudi Role In The Afghan Endgame
It is a masterstroke by the Saudi regime to assume the role of peacemaker at a juncture when its international image is severely damaged following the brutal killing of Jamal Khashoggi. Ironically, Saudis are undertaking a rescue act to help the US wriggle out of a 17-year old war. The post Iran Challenges Saudi Role In The Afghan Endgame appeared first on OrientalReview.org.
Net Neutrality Is Gone, But The Internet Is Fine
PA Pundits - International at Australian Daily Electrical Power Generation Data – Wednesday 2nd January 2019 – PA Pundits – International - 22 hours ago
By Jeff Jacoby ~ Here’s a piece of news you may have missed: The internet is getting faster. The technology news website Recode reported this month that “US internet speeds rose nearly 40 percent this year,” with broadband download velocity now averaging as much as 159 megabits per second in some cities. The United States […]
Australian Daily Electrical Power Generation Data – Tuesday 1st January 2019
TonyfromOz at Australian Daily Electrical Power Generation Data – Wednesday 2nd January 2019 – PA Pundits – International - 22 hours ago
By Anton Lang ~ This Post details the daily power consumption 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 on […]
Video: Sovereign Nations Protect Their Borders
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Michelle Malkin says it’s not hateful to protect our country, our citizens, or our values. Media Editors ~ Read and view more informative and FACTual (Not FAKE) articles and videos at The Patriot Post http://patriotpost.us/ https://patriotpost.us/subscribe
Cultural Winners And Losers Of 2018
PA Pundits - International at Australian Daily Electrical Power Generation Data – Wednesday 2nd January 2019 – PA Pundits – International - 22 hours ago
By Brent Bozell and Tim Graham ~ It’s a little hard to judge popular culture in the Trump era, wherein content creators are judged solely on political impact — are they offering enough “Resistance”? — instead of the quality of their product. The Democratic gains in the midterms should make the Left happy about its […]
Nature Conservancy Deal Shows Threat Of Conservation Fund
PA Pundits - International at Australian Daily Electrical Power Generation Data – Wednesday 2nd January 2019 – PA Pundits – International - 22 hours ago
By Bonner Cohen, Ph.D. ~ By flipping 300 acres of private land in Montana to the Interior Department’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the Nature Conservancy (TNC) has solidified its reputation as “the feds’ real estate agent.” In this case, Arlington, Va.-based TNC teamed up with the head of a high-flying California tech company to […]
What Its Like To Survive An Aircraft Carrier Being Sunk
Image: Wikipedia. *National Interest/Warfare History Network:* *What Its Like to Survive an Aircraft Carrier Being Sunk* *A young sailor aboard the doomed carrier Yorktown recounts the battle that sank the ship and almost cost him his life.* After surviving the war and moving to Spokane, Washington, Ray Daves married his girlfriend, Adeline Bentz. He became an air traffic controller in 1946––a job he held until retiring in 1974. After working in a Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp in Idaho, Ray Daves enlisted in the Navy in the spring of 1938 and reported for basic trainin... more »
Coming in 2019: Europe and Asia
Opinion Predictions are often a dangerous game. There is no such thing as zero risk so we can be fairly confident 2019 will bring recalls and outbreaks. We are still going to be talking about whole genome sequencing and raw milk and products made with it. We have annual reports like Operation Opson run by... Continue Reading
Antimicrobial resistance and whole genome sequencing – What’s new?
Contributed To better understand antibiotic resistance (AMR) in bacteria, agencies within USDA, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other federal and state partners work collaboratively through the National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System (NARMS). Recent ground-breaking scientific advances are helping NARMS partners to improve their understanding about... Continue Reading
Magistrate who said an alleged rape victim had 'buyer's remorse' referred to Judicial Commission
During a court hearing, Richard Pithouse told the woman's lawyer that she had "put herself in that position", which a spokesman for the Attorney-General says is "not in line with community expectations".
Brazil's new far-right President removes protections for Indigenous people
Jair Bolsonaro strips the government department charged with protecting the country's Indigenous people of much of its responsibilities, which distressed critics say could lead to the destruction of dozens of tribes.
Peter Dutton defends process which saw jailed IS extremist Neil Prakash stripped of citizenship
The Home Affairs Minister says a government board was satisfied Islamic State extremist Neil Prakash held dual citizenship when it cleared the way for him to be stripped of his Australian passport. But that assessment has been questioned by Fijian officials.
Severe thunderstorm warning for Sydney cancelled after 3cm hail hits the Blue Mountains
The Bureau of Meteorology cancels a severe thunderstorm warning for Sydney and surrounding areas, while leaving a more general warning for areas west of the capital.
'Call it Coonawarra': Former deputy PM Tim Fischer on NT/SA merger vision
A proposal to forge a new Australian state is dismissed by both NT and SA governments — but it has at least one high-profile supporter.
The firm where 94 per cent of lawyers are women
A century after women were allowed to practise law in NSW a western Sydney firm is breaking ground with their female-dominated staff — however, a trailblazing judge says there is still more work for gender equality in the profession.
Tweets For Today
China will never yield on core national interests: People's Daily https://t.co/NmXJc1MsPn pic.twitter.com/lzrwXi5Bai — Reuters Top News (@Reuters) January 2, 2019 #BREAKING China 'will not give up' the use of military force as an option to ensure the reunification of Taiwan: President Xi pic.twitter.com/dWtM4JLCnX — AFP news agency (@AFP) January 2, 2019 AFP via Yahoo - Syria Opposition Outraged as Regime Cements Comeback https://t.co/dVOvkQfL5I via @YahooNews — Small Wars Journal (@smallwars) January 2, 2019 Jair Bolsonaro takes oath of office as Brazil's president, promises ma... more »
Climate News - January 2019
by *Alan Moran* A review and commentary on topical matters concerning the science, economics, and governance associated with climate change developments. Alan Moran 1 January 2019 Politics The key take-away by The Guardian of December's climate change Conference of Parties (COP 24) in Katowice was an absence “of how countries will step up their targets on cutting emissions”. The Global Warming Policy Foundation assembled this caricature of the meetings since 2007, featuring politicians, rock stars and media personalities proclaiming "the last chance to save the planet". The next ma... more »
U.S. Navy Wants To Buy Two More Ford-Class Aircraft Carriers
Wikimedia Commons *Reuters: **U.S. Navy pursuing block buy of two aircraft carriers: senator* WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. Navy has informed lawmakers of its intent to pursue a block purchase of two Ford-class aircraft carriers, Senator Tim Kaine’s office said on Monday, a step officials have said could save billions of dollars as the Trump administration tries to expand the size of the fleet. The decision comes nine months after the Navy expressed interest in a block buy and asked shipbuilder Huntington Ingalls Industries for detailed pricing on the cost of two aircraft carrie... more »
Subversion of Democracy by Persistent & Pervasive Media Bias in Australia
--> Source *Persistent Bias by Omission across the Australian Media Prevents Democratic Voter Participation* *Graham Williamson* *January 2019* *Introduction* Australia was once a proud independent and secure country leading the world in social harmony and standard of living. It was once a country where politicians were dedicated to democracy, Australian interests and the Australian people. Now however, it is an extremely dependent indebted country, a country whose security is threatened both internally and externally by deliberate policies constructed to place global ideologi... more »
January 2nd – 2019 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day #713
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 Donald Trump Administration and … Continue reading →
Wednesday January 2nd – 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 … Continue reading →
Strap In – Romney Didn’t Wake Up This Morning and Haphazardly Write an Op-Ed to Attack The President of His Own Political Party…
Don’t get so caught up in a furor over Senator-elect Mitt Romney writing a political hit piece against the President of the United States that we forget to look at the big picture. Senator-elect Mitt Romney’s niece is Ronna McDaniel, … Continue reading →
Snowfall in Tucson Arizona tonight
Snowfall all the way to the valley floor. Also, a hard freeze warning. How’s that global warmin’ workin’ for ya, Tucson? https://www.weather.gov/twc/ Thanks to Kenneth Lund for this link The post Snowfall in Tucson Arizona tonight appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Picture Of The Day
Fireworks explode over the Sydney Harbour during New Year's Eve celebrations in Sydney, Australia. AAP/Brendan Esposito/via REUTERS *WNU Editor:* The above picture came from this photo-gallery .... *Ringing in 2019* (Reuters)
US Ally, Saudi Arabia, Is Using Child Mercenaries to Fight in Yemen
The Saudis entered Yemen in early 2015 and subsidized 14,000 Sudanese mercenaries to fight, often on the front lines, receiving commands remotely by radio, in places UAE officers do not dare to go. People in Sudan struggle for survival, and males, including children, are paid to fight as mercenaries.
UK Parliament Declared Theresa May’s Government in Contempt for Hiding Legal Advice About Brexit
Theresa May withdrew her proposed Brexit deal before it could be voted upon because she knew it would fail - she even tried to keep the damning legal advice from the attorney general about the deal hidden from parliament. That caused Theresa May's government to be declared in contempt of parliament.
Tesla Technology Is Being Revived in Milford, Texas
The Milford tower will utilize what is called the Zenneck Surface Wave, which is an electromagnetic wave that uses the surface of the earth as a wave guide enabling it to carry either communications signals or electrical power over long distances. The Viziv company is closely tied to the military.
Retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal Calls The President "Immoral" And Dishonest. President Trump Says The Retired General Has A Big Dumb Mouth
“General” McChrystal got fired like a dog by Obama. Last assignment a total bust. Known for big, dumb mouth. Hillary lover! https://t.co/RzOkeHl3KV — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) January 1, 2019 *The Hill*:* Trump fires back at McChrystal: 'Known for big, dumb mouth'* President Trump on Tuesday lashed out at retired Gen. Stanley McChrystal with a string of personal attacks after the former leader of U.S. operations in Afghanistan called the president "immoral" and dishonest. The president said former President Obama fired McChrystal "like a dog" while quoting a tweet from Fo... more »
Democracy Is Comin'... To The U.S.A.
"The economy can only go down from here. The number of revelations from Robert Mueller can only go up," wrote Edward-Isaac Dovere in his * Atlantic* essay, 10 New Factors That Will Shape the 2020 Democratic Primary. And whether those two sentences excite you or depress you, he wants to warn you that they don't mean a Democratic candidate is a shoo-in for 2020. That's debatable but what isn't is that the primary race for the nomination "will be different from any that have come before" and that, as he put it so eloquently "the early polls being circulated will likely have as much ... more »
Dave Barry asks
“Is there anything good we can say about 2018? Only this: It got us out of 2017. But even that didn’t work out as we hoped. As you recall, we, as a nation, spent all of 2017 obsessing over 2016: the election, the Russians, the emails, the Mueller probe, the Russians, the Russians, the Russians. … That was all we heard about, day after soul-crushing day, for the entire year. So when 2018 finally dawned, we were desperately hoping for change. It was a new year, a chance for the nation to break out of the endless, pointless barrage of charges and countercharges, to move past the vici... more »
Family granted $1 million payout after girl's massive electric shock from tap
The family of a young girl who was seriously injured by an electric shock at a public housing property is offered an act of grace payment of $1 million, which will be deducted from any eventual damages they receive.
The firm where 94 per cent of lawyers are women
A century after women were allowed to practice law in NSW a western Sydney firm is breaking ground with their female-dominated staff — however, a trailblazing judge says there is still more work for gender equality in the profession.
Longhorn steer charges bulldog on sideline of US college football game
A photographer in the United States has a lucky escape when a Longhorn bull charges on the sidelines.
Portugal. The Man 'disgusted' by Aussie pollie's Christmas copyright violation
US band Portugal. The Man says a Christian Democrat's use of Feel It Still violated copyright and the politician's position on LGBTQ and women's health rights were "offensive".
Parts of Tasmania to hit 39C this week as bushfire forces camper evacuations
A fire in Tasmania's south-west wilderness burns through more than 2,000 hectares, forcing the evacuation of bushwalkers in the area and sending a smoky haze to areas of greater Hobart, with the state warned to brace for a scorcher on Friday.
Three people winched to safety during cliff rescue south of Adelaide
A man winched from cliffs south of Adelaide claims rescuers picked up the wrong person during the recovery, but those in charge say the woman who waved at them was at "significant risk".
'You are failing them': Newspaper letter attacking elders sparks turmoil in regional town
The editor of a local newspaper in the WA town of Kojonup is forced to apologise after printing an anonymous letter criticising Indigenous elders.
Effects Of A Nuclear War On The United States
*(Click on Image to Enlarge)* *Halcyon Maps:* *Effects of a Nuclear War on the United States* Map showing the locations that are most likely to get hit in a full-scale nuclear exchange between the US and Russia, and areas likely to be affected by the fallout. Based on the data from the Federal Emergency Management Agency(FEMA) and Wikipedia. *Read more* .... more »
Russian army to be reequipped with Iskander-M missile systems in 2019 – Defense Ministry
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US committed to ‘protection of Israel’ despite Syria withdrawal, Pompeo assures Netanyahu
The post US committed to ‘protection of Israel’ despite Syria withdrawal, Pompeo assures Netanyahu appeared first on The Duran.
Chinese Military Told To Prepare For War
President Xi Jinping has been pushing the PLA to boost its combat readiness since he took the top job in late 2012. Photo: Xinhua *SCMP:** China’s military priorities for 2019: boost training and prepare for war* * PLA’s official newspaper outlines ‘work focus’ in New Year’s Day editorial, saying ‘at no time should we allow any slack in these areas’ Strengthening training and preparation for war are among the top priorities for China’s military in 2019, its official newspaper said on Tuesday. “Drilling soldiers and war preparations are the fundamental jobs and work focus of our mi... more »
Stephen F. Cohen: Trump-Putin Dangerously Hamstrung by Russia-Gate Hysteria, Deep State
RT America Published on Dec 31, 2018 Larry talks with scholar Stephen F. Cohen, whose new book “War with Russia?” details a dangerous new Cold War, made worse by the media and political frenzy over the Mueller probe. end
US Strategic Command Boasts about Its Bombs in Disturbing New Year Message
US Strategic Command Boasts about Its Bombs in Disturbing New Year Message by https://www.rt.com/ The world is ringing-in 2019 with good cheer, but the US Strategic Command (STRATCOM) has a different kind of fireworks in mind. On New Year’s Eve, it showed off footage of stealth bombers and big explosions. – STRATCOM’s New Year’s greetings come […]
Merry Christmas, Israel is Building 2,191 New Settlement Housing Units on Palestinian Land
Merry Christmas, Israel is Building 2,191 New Settlement Housing Units on Palestinian Land by CONTACT@IFAMERICANSKNEW.ORG, https://israelpalestinenews.org/ In 2018, the government advanced thousands of housing units, including most which can be found in isolated settlements deep inside the West Bank, outside Israel’s pre-1967 borders. These are settlements that, in any two-state solution, Israel will have to evacuate. According to […]
MH17 Turnabout: Ukraine’s Guilt Now Proven
MH17 Turnabout: Ukraine’s Guilt Now Proven by ERIC ZUESSE, https://www.strategic-culture.org/ Finally, a clear and convincing — and unrefuted — case can now be presented to the public, as to precisely whom the guilty party was, that downed the MH17 Malaysian airliner over Ukraine on 17 July 2014, and why it was done. The complete case, which will […]
34 Reasons Why War with Russia Is Inevitable
34 Reasons Why War with Russia Is Inevitable by Dave Hodges, https://www.thecommonsenseshow.com/ I frequently hear the following: Russia is a Christian nation. Putin is good Christian man. Russia only wants to defend its borders. Putin is the only obstacle between the New World Order and the people of the world. Perhaps this is true, but Putin […]
VICE: The Dick Cheney/Rumsfeld Conspiracy
VICE: The Dick Cheney/Rumsfeld Conspiracy by Martin Armstrong, https://www.armstrongeconomics.com/ I went to go watch VICE – the story about how Dick Cheney took over the government with the aid of his wife – Lynne Cheney. Vice is a film that seeks to bring complicated information about the inner corruption in Washington and transform it into a digestible and entertaining format. There is […]
The Euro Is FAILING! Establishment DESPERATE To Prop It Up On 20th Birthday
World Alternative Media Published on Dec 31, 2018 Josh Sigurdson talks with author and economic analyst John Sneisen about the 20th birthday of the Euro. On January 1st, 1999 the Euro was implemented and enforced. The currency has since shown itself to be like any other fiat currency. Worthless. In the past 20 years, the Euro […]
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