Monday, July 26, 2021

26 July - Blogs I'm Following - 1 of 5

 10:30 pm MDT

The National Interest20 minutes ago
Why Bernie Sanders Wants to Expand Social Security
*Stephen Silver* *Social Security, * Two Senators have introduced a bill that will extend benefits from that program to some Americans in their 20s, provided they meet certain conditions. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Some younger Americans, recent surveys have shown, are worried that Social Security won’t be there for them decades from now when it’s time for them to retire. But Social Security isn’t just for retirees. And now, two Senators have introduced a bill that will extend benefits from that program to some Americans in their 20s, provided they meet certain conditio... read more
The National Interest20 minutes ago
Still Waiting on That $1,400 Stimulus Payment? The IRS Can Help
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *Stimulus Payment, * There are options available for those individuals who have been waiting patiently for their stimulus checks. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Do keep in mind that that the IRS is juggling several responsibilities concurrently, which include the sending out of child tax credits, “plus-up” payments, unemployment benefit refunds, and the traditional refunds from federal tax returns. Throughout the past several months, the Internal Revenue Service and the Treasury Department have tirelessly worked around the clock to issue nearly one hundre... read more
The National Interest20 minutes ago
Why Can't the U.S. Navy's Littoral Combat Ships Get Their Act Together?
*David Axe* *Littoral Combat Ship, * Expensive and just plain useless? *Here's What You Need to Know*: It took the Navy nearly two decades to realize the LCS program had failed. The sailing branch in 2014 cut LCS acquisition from 55 ships to 32. Congress eventually added three vessels, boosting the class to 35 ships. After spending $30 billion over a period of around two decades, the U.S. Navy has managed to acquire just 35 of the 3,000-ton-displacement vessels. Sixteen were in service as of late 2018. Of those 16, four are test ships. Six are training ships. In 2019 just six LC... read more
The National Interest20 minutes ago
Over 3 Million Americans are Begging for More Stimulus Payments
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *US Economy, Americas* “I’m calling on Congress to support families with a $2,000 payment for adults and a $1,000 payment for kids immediately, and continuing regular checks for the duration of the crisis,” Bonin states in the petition. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Keep in mind that over the past year, Congress has approved the delivery of three direct stimulus payments to most Americans—a $1,200 check in April 2020, $600 in December, and the current $1,400 payments under Biden’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan. It appears that President Joe Biden a... read more
The Rio Times1 hour ago
Brazil eliminates taxes on domestic arms exports
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The government of Jair Bolsonaro eliminated on Monday the 150% tax that Brazilian exporters who sell firearms to Central and South American countries had to pay. The high tax was imposed in 2001 after investigations indicated that thousands of weapons exported from Brazil to neighboring countries, especially Paraguay, were later […] The post Brazil eliminates taxes on domestic arms exports appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
The Climate Shell Game
The Biden administration is paying farmers not to grow food, in order to “cut greenhouse has emissions by half” in the next eight years. The Biden administration will pay farmers more money not to farm Experts say global warming will … Continue reading → read more
The Rio Times1 hour ago
Tokyo: Brazil’s Fernando Scheffer wins bronze medal in 200m freestyle
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - A lot of emotion in the four finals in swimming on Monday night (26). And there was a Brazilian medal in the 200m freestyle. In a thrilling race, Brazilian Fernando Scheffer took bronze behind two British swimmers. In the men's 200m freestyle, Britain's Tom Dean in the first place, Duncan […] The post Tokyo: Brazil’s Fernando Scheffer wins bronze medal in 200m freestyle appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
balance101 hour ago
to be on a path of one’s choosing
1) Out of the East comes the Principle of Father. Out of the West comes the Personality of Mother. The intertwining creates culture, government and civilization of the lightbearers…. We sit at the Darjeeling Council table. We sit in the chambers where God-government is planned and its application to these nations and to this system of worlds. Negotiation is the negotiation of light and law and its application to an evolving humanity. *This* is the only place for discussion. -Gautama Buddha: 7-4-1976 at Washington D.C., *Pearls of Wisdom* 44:35 ………... read more
The Rio Times1 hour ago
Brazil reports 18,999 new cases, 578 Covid deaths (July 26)
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Brazil recorded 18,999 new confirmed cases of the coronavirus in the past 24 hours, along with 578 deaths from COVID-19, the Health Ministry said on Monday. Brazil has registered more than 19.7 million cases since the pandemic began, while the official death toll has risen to 550,502, according to ministry […] The post Brazil reports 18,999 new cases, 578 Covid deaths (July 26) appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Press Conference at DOJ Demanding Answers on Treatment of January 6th Prisoners (US Members of Congress Gohmert, Gosar, Gaetz & Greene, Tues., July 27, 2021)
“Press Releases TOMORROW: Reps. Gohmert, Gaetz, Gosar, and Greene to Hold Press Conference at DOJ Demanding Answers on Treatment of … Continue reading → read more
It’s So Relaxing…
coming home from a holiday. read more
Back Into Other Things
My latest model. This is a Tamiya 1/48 scale F4U1D Corsair. I did some research to make sure I had both the ship designation markings and fuselage numbers were correct for the plane my uncle flew on July 26th 1945. On this date he left his squadron on a raid on Kure harbor in Japan where he dropped a 1000 pound bomb down the stack of the hybrid Battleship,/Aircraft Carrier Ise exploding her read more
Food Safety News2 hours ago
Publisher’s Platform: Tiger Brands back in hot seat; recalls millions of cans of vegetables
According to South African press reports, Tiger Brands, South Africa’s biggest food manufacturer, announced yesterday that it is immediately recalling about 20 million Koo and Hugo’s canned vegetable products that were produced from May 1, 2019, to May 5, 2021, over safety concerns due to potentially defective cans. The issue with the cans, which is... Continue Reading read more
Trump Rally & Speech at Phoenix Az 24 July 2021
Trump Rally & Speech in Phoenix Az 24 July 2021. Rips some folks over the audit, among other things. Continue reading → read more
Personal Or Public Welfare? | Covid Policies Spark Fight for Freedom [DEBATE]
RT Thousands have rallied worldwide against Covid restrictions. But while people chant slogans for greater freedom, countries grapple with high infection rates, as the Delta strain advances. RT discussed the balance between freedoms and risks to society with medical experts. end read more
Science Matters4 hours ago
Democrats Need Four Illusions to Sleep
John Ellis writes at his blog Four Illusions. Excerpts in italics with my bolds and images. Illusion #1: Biden is not too old. People who have been around American politics for a long time know Joe Biden well. The eldest among them have known Joe Biden for nearly five decades. What they will tell you […] read more
CENSORED NEWS1 hour ago
Police Mob Swarms Lone Water Protector at a Convenience Store, Brutalize Others Coming to his Aid
Video by Camp Migizi today at Thief River Falls, Minn. Screen captures by Censored News.By Brenda NorrellCensored NewsVideo: https://www.facebook.com/MigiziWillFly/THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minnesota -- A mob of Pennington County cops swarmed a lone Water Protector at a convenience store today in Thief River Falls. He had just been released from jail for protecting the water.When other Water Protectors read more
Tank Titan: Russia's Armored Cavalry Keeps Getting Stronger
*Charlie Gao* *Security, Europe* Most recent attention has been focused on the T-72 tank line in Russian service. *Key Point: *The end of the Soviet Union appeared to signal the demise of the philosophy of multiple tank lines. During the Cold War, the number of different tank types the Soviet Union maintained often puzzled Western analysts. Eight distinct families of tanks were operated, supported, and modernized simultaneously (the PT-76, T-10, T-54, T-55, T-62, T-64, T-72 and T-80). The end of the Soviet Union appeared to signal the demise of the philosophy of multiple tank li... read more
“Alarming Signs Point to Trouble; Unemployed Make $35 Per Hour; Housing Boom Cools Down, Crisis Next”
Jeremiah Babe, PM 7/26/21: *“Alarming Signs Point to Trouble; Unemployed Make $35 * *Per Hour; **Housing Boom Cools Down, Crisis Next”* read more
"The Bank Was Saved, and the People Were Ruined."
*"The Bank Was Saved, and the People Were Ruined."* by Jeff Thomas "The above quote is from William Gouge, commenting on the Panic of 1819. The panic had been caused when the First Bank of the United States had first expanded the money supply dramatically by offering loans, then contracted the money supply by tightening its requirements for new loans, causing a crash. This is a useful quote, as, in its simplicity, it states the very nature of crashes brought on by irresponsible banking practices. In every case in which this occurs, it is possible through the complicity of the gover... read more
Could World War II-Style Convoys Make a Comeback in a Great Power Conflict?
*David Axe* *Great Power Conflict, * Adding more than 60 ships to the sealift fleet is a tall order and could cost billions of dollars. But experts’ warnings have not gone entirely unheeded. *Here's What You Need to Know*: A recent simulation underscores the importance of sealift to U.S. war plans, as well as the shortage of naval escorts. A convoy of five American cargo ships made a simulated run through hostile waters in September 2019 during a sprawling, short-notice test of the U.S. fleet’s ability to ship people and cargo during a major war. The simulated, World War II-sty... read more
Merrill Gold Trader: “I F-ck the Mkt a Lot”; Took Pride in How Easy It Was to Rig Gold/Silver Price
Arcadia Economics Merrill gold trader: “I f-ck the mkt a lot”; took pride in how easy it was to rig gold/#silverprice While some investors are confused by the low #silver price, when you look a bit deeper beneath the surface, the discrepancies can be quickly resolved. One example being how a former Merrill Lynch #gold … read more
COUNTDOWN TO 2025 AND THE SECRET DESTINY OF AMERICA—PART 6: Powerful Occult Figures, Their Agencies, And Secret Agenda
COUNTDOWN TO 2025 AND THE SECRET DESTINY OF AMERICA—PART 6: Powerful Occult Figures, Their Agencies, And Secret Agenda by SkyWatch Editor, https://www.skywatchtv.com/ Few would argue that powerful figures, agencies, and political movements often use such resources to their advantage when pushing their own agenda. Crowds are, unfortunately, relatively easy to manipulate with access to the … read more
NTEB PROPHECY NEWS PODCAST: Riots Against Vaccine Tyranny In Europe As CDC Withdraws PCR Test That Cannot Distinguish Between COVID And The Flu
NTEB PROPHECY NEWS PODCAST: Riots Against Vaccine Tyranny In Europe As CDC Withdraws PCR Test That Cannot Distinguish Between COVID And The Flu by Geoffrey Grider, https://www.nowtheendbegins.com/ On this episode of the NTEB Prophecy News Podcast, we are knee-deep in pandemic panic, a panic largely created by our fear monger overlords in order to exert their … read more
Syrian Air Defense Units Intercept Israeli Missiles Near Damascus, Thwarting THIRD Raid in a Week – Russian Defense Ministry
Syrian Air Defense Units Intercept Israeli Missiles Near Damascus, Thwarting THIRD Raid in a Week – Russian Defense Ministry by https://www.rt.com/ , 26 July 2021 The Syrian military intercepted two missiles fired by Israeli fighter jets at the Damascus suburb of Set Zaynab over the weekend, thwarting the third airstrike in just a week, using … read more
Moscow Acts to Block US Bases in Central Asia; Moves Troops To Afghan Border
Alexander Mercouris Moscow Acts to Block US Bases in Central Asia; Moves Troops To Afghan Border News Topic 232 – Kremlin remains mum on reports Russia ‘offered use’ of Central Asia bases to US https://tass.com/politics/1315357 Russia, Uzbekistan to hold military drills near Afghan border – Ifx https://www.reuters.com/world/russia-… Russia shows tentative willingness to let U.S. use … read more
Stock Market Topping Out? Gold Rally Ahead | Chris Vermeulen
Liberty and Finance If the Dollar starts to roll over, precious metals could jump higher, says Chris Vermeulen, founder of The Technical Traders. At that time, the stock market would most likely top out and start to crash. Silver has “a lot of upside potential,” he says. However, he foresees further pressure downward in the … read more
Turcopolier4 hours ago
“SUNRISE, SUNSET >> Sometimes the show is behind you” – TTG
“Anne Hupka of Stafford County recently captured this photo of anti crepuscular rays from her family’s home on the Potomac Creek. Similar to the shafts of light we see shining from the sun, anticrepuscular rays appear in the sky opposite … Continue reading → read more
With Democrats (And Republican Whore Traitors) Using The Deep State As Their Personal Gestapo, Internment Camps And Guillotines For ‘Dissidents’ Are Closer Than Ever As Globalists Rush In Their ‘New World Order’
With Democrats (And Republican Whore Traitors) Using The Deep State As Their Personal Gestapo, Internment Camps And Guillotines For ‘Dissidents’ Are Closer Than Ever As Globalists Rush In Their ‘New World Order’ by Alan Barton aka Bart’s Bantering for All News Pipeline, https://allnewspipeline.com/index.php?pr=Home “It now has become clear that within the January 6 “Stop the … read more
Putin Warns of ‘Unpreventable’ Strikes by Russian Navy
Putin Warns of ‘Unpreventable’ Strikes by Russian Navy by https://www.dw.com/ The Russian president’s warning comes amid tensions between London and Moscow after a British warship entered waters close to Crimea. – Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday warned that its navy is ready to carry out an “unpreventable strike” on enemy targets if it was … read more
Greenwald: FBI Using Same Fear Tactic From First War On Terror, Orchestrating Its Own Terrorism Plots
Greenwald: FBI Using Same Fear Tactic From First War On Terror, Orchestrating Its Own Terrorism Plots by Glenn Greenwald via substack, https://www.zerohedge.com/ Questioning the FBI’s role in 1/6 was maligned by corporate media as deranged. But only ignorance about the FBI or a desire to deceive could produce such a reaction. – The narrative that … read more
Thousands Around The World Protest Against Covid Restrictions
RT Covid restrictions and mandatory passes spark furious rallies for freedom around the world. end read more
Joelene Versus The Landlord
I couldn’t stop thinking about what a scam rent is, where you pay your landlord to look after their investment property, so I made a mixed media piece about it. Join Joelene on her whimsical journey to the mythical land of housing security. ___________________ […] read more
Komando.com4 hours ago
Recall alert: These medical devices could expose users to dangerous toxins
If you use one of these medical devices, your life could be in danger. Find out the risks here. read more
Israeli troops kill Palestinian teen in West Bank peaceful protest
The village of Nabi Saleh, home to ordinary Palestinian families, has peacefully resisted Israel's ongoing confiscation of their land for years. On Friday, the community was shattered by the senseless death of yet another of their own at the hands of Israeli forces. read more
Michael West3 hours ago
State of Surveillance: if Pegasus can hack Jeff Bezos’ phone, is there anywhere to hide?
[image: Pegasus, surveillance capitalism, NSO Group] Israeli firm NSO Group has created spyware which can hack a smartphone, beat encryption and access every bit of our data, live-time, just like reading over somebody’s shoulder. Human rights activist and cyber-security expert Manal al Sharif examines the implications. This is the first in Manal al Sharif’s Tech4Evil series which exposes the threat of Big Tech on our minds, our humanity and democracy itself. Exclusive. read more
Latin America Sets an Example in Welcoming Displaced Venezuelans
CARACAS, Jul 26 (IPS) - The exodus of more than five million Venezuelans in the last six years has led countries in the developing South, Venezuela's neighbours, to set an example with respect to welcoming and integrating displaced populations, with shared benefits for the new arrivals and the nations that receive them. Read the full story, “Latin America Sets an Example in Welcoming Displaced Venezuelans”, on globalissues.org → read more
Child malnutrition expected to quadruple in Southern Madagascar
At least half a million children under five in drought-afflicted southern Madagascar are on the verge of acute malnourishment, two UN agencies warned on Monday. Read the full story, “Child malnutrition expected to quadruple in Southern Madagascar”, on globalissues.org → read more
Outstanding sites added to UNESCO World Heritage List
An ancient temple in India and a “cultural landscape” in Spain have become two of the latest sites to be registered on the UN’s prestigious World Heritage List. Read the full story, “Outstanding sites added to UNESCO World Heritage List”, on globalissues.org → read more
Free, fair Palestinian elections, must include East Jerusalem: UN experts
Landmark elections in the Occupied Palestinian territory must be rescheduled soon and include East Jerusalem, three UN independent human rights experts said in a statement on Monday. Read the full story, “Free, fair Palestinian elections, must include East Jerusalem: UN experts”, on globalissues.org → read more
UN climate science talks open amid heatwaves, floods and drought
Negotiations began on Monday to approve a UN science report which will anchor high level summits later this year, charged with boosting climate action worldwide. Read the full story, “UN climate science talks open amid heatwaves, floods and drought”, on globalissues.org → read more
Support mangrove conservation, UNESCO chief says
The world is waking up to the importance of mangroves, a senior UN official said on Monday, underscoring the need for everyone to support restoration and protection of these crucial habitats. Read the full story, “Support mangrove conservation, UNESCO chief says”, on globalissues.org → read more
Together, we must tackle growing hunger, urges Guterres
Inefficient global food production is at the root of a huge rise in hunger as well as one-third of all emissions and 80 per cent of biodiversity loss, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned, in a call to all countries to transform food systems to speed up sustainable development. Read the full story, “Together, we must tackle growing hunger, urges Guterres”, on globalissues.org → read more
Snopes.com4 hours ago
Video Shows Starbucks Drone Delivery
The video sparked widespread interest. read more
Recentering the Catholic Church in European State Transformation
Did the study of state formation ever lose its religion? There's a new wave of interest in the Catholic Church as an institutional formation. read more
"Supply Chain Crisis Dramatically Worsens & Food Prices Soar: Prepare Your Self For The Worst!"
*Full screen recommended.* *"Supply Chain Crisis Dramatically Worsens & * *Food Prices Soar: Prepare Your Self For The Worst!"* by Epic Economist "Global supply chains are nearing a breaking point yet again as a series of natural disasters, in addition to a new wave of virus outbreaks in Asia, and cyberattacks at key South African ports, have been threatening the flow of consumer goods, raw materials, and several other exports -- a situation that is alarming food retailers, economists, and shipping specialists; and making many of them believe that the world might suffer from prolonge... read more
Watch CDC Delete Thousands of COVID Vax Deaths In Real Time
HerbalGurl 23 Jul 2021 The post Watch CDC Delete Thousands of COVID Vax Deaths In Real Time appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Health officials request $124 million in pandemic-related emergency contracts as GOP calls for oversight
Spotlight PA – by Jamie Martines Wolf administration officials doubled down this week on pursuing more than $100 million in new pandemic-related emergency contracts as... The post Health officials request $124 million in pandemic-related emergency contracts as GOP calls for oversight appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
THE NEED TO ELEVATE CHENEY AND KINZINGER IS A MARK OF DEMOCRATIC FAILURE
This is today's news: Democrats are seeking to elevate the role of Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) on the committee examining the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, scheduling her to deliver one of the two opening statements at the panel’s first public hearing Tuesday, according to two people familiar with the decision. The move is intended to present the committee as a bipartisan effort following Republican leadership’s decision not to participate in the panel after Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) last week rejected two of Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy’s picks for the panel. Yesterday, ther... read more
Snopes.com5 hours ago
Did Olympic Swimmer Yusra Mardini Flee Syria by Swimming?
"I hated the sea after that," Yusra Mardini said of the hazardous trip. read more
"The Battle of the Censors"
*"The Battle of the Censors"* by Jim Rickards "Two sides are attacking free speech, but their arguments are so irrational they end up attacking each other. On one side are Facebook, Google, and the Google-owned YouTube channel. All three have engaged in censorship and suppression of free speech and open debate about the pandemic and vaccines. Legitimate questions are squashed, and treatments, such as hydroxychloroquine and Ivermectin, cannot be mentioned without the risk of being banned from social media. On the other side is the Biden administration, which also wants to ban discu... read more

Sunday, July 25, 2021

25 July - Blogs I'm Following - 5 of 5

 10 pm MDT

Greg Hunter, "Financial System Has Come to an End"
*"Financial System Has Come to an End"* By Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com "Legendary financial and geopolitical cycle analyst Martin Armstrong thinks we have come to the end of the line for the financial system, and this is why globalists are on a power grab of epic proportions. Armstrong explains, “The system has come to an end. They know they can no longer borrow indefinitely. So, what is this “Great Reset’? It is basically a move to redesign the world monetary system. They are going to stop the borrowing that they are doing, and they are just going to print. You also have this mo... read more
Australian Daily Wind Power Generation Data – Saturday 24 July 2021
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
Snopes.com21 hours ago
Jackie Mason, Comic Who Perfected Amused Outrage, Dies at 93
Mason was known for his sharp wit and piercing social commentary, often about being Jewish, men and women and his own inadequacies. read more
Thank God Hitler Never Got His Desired Aircraft Carrier Fleet
*Robert Farley* *World War II, Aircraft Carriers, Europe* In March 1935, Adolf Hitler announced that Germany would no longer abide by the naval restrictions established in the Treaty of Versailles, which had drastically limited German construction. *Here's What You Need to Know*: Indeed, had the Nazi government rejected Plan Z entirely in favor of smaller raiders and U-boats, Germany undoubtedly would have been better prepared to wage World War II when it came. And even if Germany had prevailed in World War II, Plan Z would have left the Reich with a battleship heavy, carrier lig... read more
naked capitalism22 hours ago
As Scientists Have Long Predicted, Warming Is Making Heatwaves More Deadly
Twenty years ago the IPCC warned of summer heatwave deaths in unprepared temperate regions like the Pacific Northwest. read more
Modern Tokyo Times22 hours ago
Japan wins first swimming gold at Tokyo Olympics: Australia break world record
Japan wins first swimming gold at Tokyo Olympics: Australia break world record Kanako Mita and Sawako Utsumi Modern Tokyo Times Japan won its first swimming gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics after Yui Ohashi won the 400-meter individual medley after her amazing breaststroke leg. Emma Weyant of America, the silver medalist, did challenge late on […] The post Japan wins first swimming gold at Tokyo Olympics: Australia break world record first appeared on Modern Tokyo Times. read more
The Duran22 hours ago
A Zulu Chief Reminisces
The madness that swept America’s great cities in the wake of the death of George Floyd has been estimated to have caused around two billion dollars in damage to property. The loss of life and the hundreds of people injured cannot be valued in mere dollars. Similar outrages have recently occurred in South Africa, albeit […] read more
I might be a Slav at heart, or I could convert…
A bit of a Slavic Moment (precipitated by my usual Friday Sushi & Sake and Sake and Sake?) Continue reading → read more
Food Safety News23 hours ago
Study finds Listeria in cheese in Ecuador
Researchers have highlighted the prevalence of Listeria monocytogenes in cheese in Ecuador. In Ecuador, the impact of listeriosis on public health is unknown because it is not a reportable disease. Soft cheese is consumed in most urban households in the country. A total of 260 artisanal cheese samples were collected from March to September 2018 in street... Continue Reading read more
Snopes.com23 hours ago
States Share Resources As Wildfires Rage Across US West
More than 85 large wildfires were burning around the country, most of them in Western states. read more
M (Number) 1: The Garand Mowed Down the Third Reich
*Warfare History Network* *History, * The M-1 had a significant advantage over the bolt-action rifles used by the other Allied and enemy armies because of its semiautomatic mechanism. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *A variety of outstanding weapons and pieces of equipment affected the course of World War II for both the Allies and the Axis powers. Although soldiers groused and kidded about the weight of the M-1, Garand’s weapon gave stout service wherever it was carried. Often making the difference between life and death for the men on the front lines, it played a vital tact... read more
The Last Refuge23 hours ago
July 25th – 2021 Presidential Politics – Resistance Day 187
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 July 25th – 2021 Presidential Politics – Resistance Day 187 appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
The German Heavy Gustav Was the Largest Gun Ever Built.
*James Simpson* *History, Europe* So why did it fail? History has some important clues. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *There is still nothing like the railway for continental logistics. Even today in the age of heavy lifting aircraft, trains supply arms to Russian troops in Ukraine and NATO forces in Afghanistan. The rails may no longer carry the massive weapons of war, but they still play a crucial logistical role that’s often overlooked. *More From The National Interest: * *Where World War III Could Start This Year* *How the F-35 Stealth Fighter Almost Never Happened * *... read more
The USS Mississippi Battleship Was Too Good at Dying
*Kyle Mizokami* *Battleships, Americas* The USS Mississippi is home to one of the most intriguing naval coincidences of all time. *Here's What You Need to Know*: The old warship was decommissioned in 1956, sold for scrap. The aging battlewagon had served longer than most ships at the time, but it had also experienced two rare tragedies, in the same place, under similar circumstances. Today her name lives on in the *Virginia* class nuclear-powered attack submarine USS Mississippi (SSN-782). The USS *Mississippi* is home to one of the most intriguing naval coincidences of all time... read more
Spelling Isn’t Everything
By Burt Prelutsky ~ I spotted a poster of Fidel Castro’s favorite henchman Che Guevara on Zaila Avant-garde’s wall. I wasn’t all that impressed that the first black person had won the Scripps National Spelling Bee. What had knocked me for a loop was the video of 14-year-old Zaila Avant-garde dribbling multiple basketballs and juggling […] read more
The Last Refuge23 hours ago
Sunday July 25th – 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 July 25th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Met Office Issues First Ever Extreme Heat Warning!
Originally posted on NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT: By Paul Homewood ? The Met Office issued its first ever extreme heat warning last Tuesday: ? ? ? https://news.sky.com/story/uk-weather-met-office-to-issue-first-ever-extreme-heat-warning-amid-sweltering-conditions-across-country-12359242? ? ? Now if you’re thinking that this is surely not the first time Britain has had hot weather, you would be right, as the… read more
Green Energy Deficits Rely On Political Power Plays
By Larry Bell ~ So, maybe some of you seriously imagine that America is really going to successfully implement a Green New Dementia model of switching from recently achieved fossil-fueled energy independence (80% of U.S. supply) to planet-climate-saving windmills and sunbeams (that intermittently produce 3% or less)? Then, in addition, we’re going to replace 98% […] read more
July 25, 2021: Reader Tips
Tonight we present the colorized version of the 1938 Our Gang Follies. Tips, tips, tips, we want your tips! read more
An Unbiased View of Manufacturing Next
[image: Manufacturing Next]Have you ever thought-about other industries?Typically the answer to your problem might come from a unique industry or subject. You might have worked in certainly one of these up to now, yet the solution to your downside requires a new application of knowledge you already possess. The latest breakthroughs in other industries might hold the answer to your problem, assuming you can find a solution to adapt them to the issues you might be coping with. In fact, the reply to the issue could also come from a much older process or technique, probably even in an... read more
Afghanistan Imposes A Nighttime Curfew To Curb The Momentum Of The Taliban
The curfew will be effective between 10pm and 4am local time [File: Mohammad Ismail/Reuters] *DW:* *Afghanistan imposes nighttime curfew to stem Taliban push* *The Afghani government announced curfews in 31 out of 34 provinces amid the Taliban offensive. * Following US airstrikes against the militants, the Taliban warned "there will be consequences" for the bombing. Afghanistan put in place a night time curfew on Saturday across 31 of the conflicted countryꞌs 34 provinces "to curb violence and limit the Taliban movements," the government in Kabul said. Only the provinces of... read more
The 5 Best Hunting Rifles on the Planet? The Search Stops Here.
*Kyle Mizokami* *Guns, * Hunting lingers in America’s DNA. Here are the best tools for the job. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *For many in rural areas hunting rifles are tools not only for sport but for procuring a supply of meat. The best hunting rifles are a combination of firepower, portability and affordability. Hunting, more than other countries in the Western world, lingers in America’s DNA. While the number of hunters in Europe and the rest of the industrialized world has declined with the rise of cities, hunting is still a major sport in the United States. Hunting ... read more
Komando.com1 day ago
Use Venmo? This is the biggest privacy update in years
Want to keep your personal details off Venmo? Now you can. read more
Israeli Government Approves COVID Fascism, Compulsory Vaccinations and Legally Required Masks For All Citizens Effective August 8th
Comrades, it must be said that Israeli fascism is a particularly ironic form of Fascism. However, when you combine fascist government dictates from the Jewish state along with newly approved forced vaccinations, the level of irony exceeds adequate encapsulation. The only level of irony missing is armbands for the non-vaccinated. Here’s the Announcement (with excerpt […] The post Israeli Government Approves COVID Fascism, Compulsory Vaccinations and Legally Required Masks For All Citizens Effective August 8th appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Naturopathic Doctor Warns: This is the Most Unhealthy Protein for the Liver, Do Not Consume at All Costs
Dr. Eric Berg is a naturopathic and holistic doctor based out of Washington, D.C. who has become a mainstay on social media over the past decade, reaching over 400 million people on his YouTube channel as part of a subscriber base of more than three million people. Berg is well known not just on the social media landscape, but also among senior officials in the U.S. government, doctors, high-level executives of major corporations, scientists, and other clients from many different walks of life. While living healthy may seem like a simple task for anyone who’s been following along ... read more
Novartis-Funded Researchers Admit Pregnancy Related Vaccine Research Needed While Dismissing Concerns; Novartis Helping Produce mRNA Vaccines for Both Pfizer and CureVac
Novartis is involved in helping produce Pfizer mRNA vaccines and working on a new mRNA vaccine by CureVac (Reuters, 21 … Continue reading → read more
Superfood Popular Among Surfers Eradicates Cancer Cells While Reducing Blood Sugar and Cholesterol in Overweight Adults
For most people, the consumption of berries is limited to only a few different types, and they are almost never organic. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries (in that order) are the three most popular types in the U.S., but they’re almost never organic and are often heavily sprayed with chemicals, including strawberries which ranked #1 on the 2018 ‘Dirty Dozen’ list by the Environmental Working Group. While these berries are still relatively beneficial in comparison to other popular foods that make up the “Standard American Diet,” they’re still a far cry from being truly healt... read more
Komando.com1 day ago
A PC virus is now attacking Macs – Here’s what to look for
Watch for these signs that your Mac is under attack from a PC virus. read more
Ten Unorthodox Ways to Increase Healthy Circulation and Prevent Blood Clots
The cardiovascular system is paramount to human health, but nearly half of American adults have some form of cardiovascular disease according to a 2019 study published in the American Heart Association journal Circulation. The bad news is that a healthy heart and cardiovascular system are not “normal” by today’s standards. The good news is that there are countless ways to improve it. Some of these ways involve herbal treatments or combinations of natural medicines, and others unorthodox ways of moving or positioning your body to increase healthy blood flow to your cells. The key t... read more
When the Only Choice is Kosher-Certified, and You Object: A Layman’s Glance at Legal Recourse
Truly the best way to avoid Kosher tax and boost local folks! It doesn't cover everything but home businesses are the best way to go if possible. But then I know how privileged I am to have such access just across the road. Just do what you can to avoid giving them your hard earned coins. You can bet your sweet bippy that if products had the Christian crucifix on them there would be action taken! Many lawsuits. July 24, 2021 By KosChertified *Introduction* Seanna Fenner, aka Odinia, is an Odinist gyðja (priestess), a völva, and the founder of the native European religious or... read more
Grim Covid-19 Projections For The U.S.. Delta Variant Surge Projected To Peak In Mid-October And Cause Up To 240K Infections And 4K Deaths Per Day If Current Vaccination Rates Stay The Same
*Daily Mail:* *Indian Delta variant surge is projected to peak in mid-October and cause up to 240K infections and 4K DEATHS per day IF current vaccination rates stay the same: Experts plead with public to get their shots as US COVID cases rise 166% in two weeks* * Concerns are rising about the highly infectious Delta variant as it races across the United States * A mathematical model predicts a new peak in October that could approach the highs in January * On the worst end of the projection, new cases could hit 240,000 a day and daily deaths could top 4,000 * The seven-day av... read more
D-Day Delayed? The War Could Have Ended a Year Early
*Warfare History Network* *History, Europe* An invasion of Nazi-held Western Europe had been considered as early as 1943. *Key Point: *On June 6, 1944, the Allies unleashed on land, air, and sea the largest invasion force in world history in an enormous effort to liberate Europe from Nazi tyranny. Code-named Operation Overlord, the invasion consisted of five divisions, more than 7,000 ships and landing craft, and 195,000 naval personnel from eight countries. The massive invasion of the European continent included 133,000 troops from the United States, Great Britain, and Canada. ... read more
Yes, the U.S. Military Once Had 'Flying' Aircraft Carriers
*Peter Suciu* *Aircraft Carriers, Americas* The ability to launch and recover a drone at least offers the very practical ability to send a drone to regions not otherwise readily accessible. *Here's What You Need to Know*: Aircraft carriers on the water are protected by destroyers and submarines, and unless similar craft could be built to fly alongside this "mother ship" it couldn't be properly protected. Even with such screening aircraft, it isn't too hard to see how a missile or just a "kamikaze" could all too easily take out such a craft. Whether it is because of the Helicarri... read more
Pakistan Has Put China’s JF-17 Thunder to Work Against Its Enemies
*Sebastien Roblin* *JF-17, Asia* The Thunder, which first flew in 2003, is a no-nonsense evolution of the MiG-21. *Here's What You Need to Know*: While the Thunder is not particularly sexy compared to cutting-edge stealth fighters and even 4.5-generation jets like the Rafale and Su-35, its seems capable for its price, particularly once it integrates AESA radar and the PL-10 missile. It seems likely to show up in the new again if there any future showdowns between Pakistani and Indian aviation. In the 2019 Paris Air Show, Pakistan demonstrated its lightweight JF-17 Thunder jet f... read more
Good News: Inflation Won't Destroy the U.S. Economy
*Brendan Lesko* *Inflation, * The more you fear inflation, the more you feed into its growth and negative effects. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Why haven’t we seen a substantial increase in GDP? The largest component of GDP is consumption, which represents final transactions of goods and services in an economy. From February 2020 to May 2021, consumption rose by approximately $781.9 billion. As of late, many media outlets have been reporting abnormal levels of inflation, which is absolutely accurate information. Generally, the Federal Reserve aims to keep inflation around... read more
Barrett MRAD: The Best Sniper Rifle On The Planet?
*Richard Douglas* *Guns, * The truth is that you may not need such a high-powered, high-end sniper rifle as a casual shooter. But if you have the cash to spare and you’re in LE or you’re a competition shooter? Then maybe an MRAD would be an appropriate rifle to call your own. *Here's What You Need to Remember:* There's no two ways about it: Barrett’s MRAD sniper rifle is a great precision gun. It’s reliable, it’s customizable, and you can easily tear it down and even change its caliber. In 2009, the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) was looking for a new rifle t... read more
Tens Of Thousands Of French Protesters Against Covid-19 Health Restrictions Clash With Police In Paris
*Daily Mail:** Riot police fire tear gas and water cannons on protesters in Paris as thousands demonstrate against bill mandating vaccine passports for restaurants and jabs for all healthcare workers* * French anti-riot police fired teargas, water canons on Saturday as clashes broke out during demonstrations * Thousands protested over proposals for a a special virus pass to enter restaurants and other venues in France * Bill was debated in the Senate on Saturday after it was approved in the lower house of parliament on Friday French anti-riot police fired teargas and water... read more

25 July - Blogs I'm Following - 4 of 5

 10 pm MDT

The Rio Times16 hours ago
Opinion: The Ambassador, the Centrão, and the Semi-presidential Express. All Aboard in Brazil?
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - (Opinion) On his way out the door, U.S. Ambassador to Brazil Todd Chapman, who is taking early retirement, said in an interview with Estadão newspaper, “Democracy is rock-solid in Brazil, the cancer is corruption.” Continuing this theme, he said,”The problems in Brazil are the Mensalão [monthly graft to lawmakers], the […] The post Opinion: The Ambassador, the Centrão, and the Semi-presidential Express. All Aboard in Brazil? appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Halifax Examiner16 hours ago
The premier who won’t get involved versus the sister who won’t give up
I can understand why Nicole Gnazdowsky might have become a “hostile individual.” I can’t understand why Premier Iain Rankin can claim — as he did last week — that he doesn’t have the authority to act in her case because there’s an election campaign underway. Huh? Let’s start with Gnazdowsky. Her 26-year-old “little brother,” Andrew, […] read more
Yet Another Book Update
Your eyes do not decieve you. These are actual physical copies of *Falling Down: The Conservative Party and the Decline of Tory Britain*. It now resides in final printed form and is ready to ship. Only a month and a half to go before the launch. If you're not convinced yet, here are the endorsements printed on the rear: If they aren't recommendations enough, regular consumers of left media may have already seen Alfie Steer's first review in *Tribune*. Look out for more nearer the time. Some *quite interesting* people have a copy in their possession too. I am intrigued to learn what... read more
Presenting the 5 Best Glocks for Home Defense
*Richard Douglas* *Guns, * Part of owning a castle meant being able to defend it, and today is no different. Instead of catapults and crossbows, firearms are the tools used in modern “castle” defense. Before learning how to defend your castle, you need to pick a weapon first. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *The “Goldilocks” of handguns, there’s almost nothing that the Glock 19 can’t do. Simple, effective, and easy to use, the rugged Glock 19 has been a favorite of gun owners for years. Sir Edward Cooke once wrote, “A man’s home is his castle.” Part of owning a castle meant... read more
bilaterals.org16 hours ago
Kenya is gateway to African market: cabinet secretary
25-Jul-2021 Korean companies will archive market access through regional integration in Africa and East African region if Kenya is made base, according to Betty Maina, Kenya's cabinet secretary for industrialization, trade and enterprise development. read more
Small Dead Animals17 hours ago
Is there something sketchy about this?
Does something seem very wrong to you about this article: Dr. Brytney Cobia said Monday that all but one of her COVID patients in Alabama did not receive the vaccine. The vaccinated patient, she said, just needed a little oxygen and is expected to fully recover. Some of the others are dying. “I’m admitting young… Continue reading → read more
Keep it Flying: Are These Block III F/A-18 Hornet Upgrades Enough?
*Alex Hollings* *F/A-18 Super Hornet, * This will give the non-stealth Block III Super Hornet a real fighting chance against stealthy jets, potentially spotting them against the sky backdrop from a hundred miles away. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *The Block III Super Hornet is leaning into the future of data with its Distributed Targeting Processor-Networked (DTP-N) mission computer and its Tactical Targeting Network Technology (TTNT) data link. The DTP-N is 17 times more powerful than the existing mission computer aboard the Super Hornet, but more importantly, utilizes an ... read more
Look No Further For the 5 Best .45 Caliber Guns Ever
*Kyle Mizokami* *Guns, * The choice is yours. *Here's What You Need to Remember:* The Glock 21 is about as far from the 1911 as one can get in the field of handguns. An Austrian pistol with a polymer frame and modern internal design, the Glock 21 is simply a scaled up version of the original Glock 17 handgun introduced in 1982. Glocks were—and still are—derided as “Tupperware guns” wherein the use of plastics was in some way a fatal design flaw. The .45 Automatic Colt Pistol round, or .45 ACP as it is commonly known, is fairly controversial. Invented in 1905 by prolific firearm... read more
Bad to the Bone

By Cathy Jameson We had a very busy week last week. Busy is good! But it means I didn’t have a chance to sit down and type the piece I had intended to type. Instead of something fresh for you... Related Stories - Deal With It? - Back to Normal? - It’s Up to You read more
This World War II Fighter Could Dish It Out Just As Well As It Could Take It
*Sebastien Roblin* *Aviation History, * Despite the growing paucity of Luftwaffe targets, the P-47M went on to distinguish itself performing exactly the kind of mission it had been designed for—shooting down Nazi jets. *Key point:* At high altitude, the yellow-painted YP-47M prototypes could attain a climb rate of 3,500 feet per second and a maximum speed of 473 miles per hour in level flight—though some pilots reported achieving 490 to 500 mph when using Wartime Emergency Power. Pilots nicknamed early-model P-47 Thunderbolts the “Razorback,” a reference to the chunky fighter pl... read more
Give Moms a Break: Make the Child Tax Credit Permanent
*Rachel Bucchino* *Child Tax Credit, * Roughly thirty-five million American families were expected to receive the first monthly child tax credit payment made by the IRS last week. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Several congressional Democrats and Education Department officials have added to the calls for the expansion to become permanent, contending that the measure would prevent more kids from entering poverty. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen also stood behind the effort last week when she said in an interview that the credit is “very important to continue.” Roughly thirty... read more
Don’t Qualify for the Child Tax Credit? You Could Still Get $500
*Rachel Bucchino* *economy, Americas* President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan provided eligible parents with enhanced child tax credits that could be as much as $3,600 per child. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Parents may be eligible for a $500 Credit for Other Dependents for each child that doesn’t qualify for the enhanced child tax credit. This can consist of dependents ages seventeen and up, dependent parents or other older adults. President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan provided eligible parents with enhanced child tax credits that cou... read more
What Makes the Glock 42 .380 ACP Different from Other Pistols?
*Kyle Mizokami* *Firearms, United States* The pistol is the smallest in Glock’s lineup. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *In the right hands, the Glock 42 pistol could conceivably become as deadly as its larger caliber brethren. A combination of the successful Glock pistol design and a caliber invented by armsman John Moses Browning, the Glock 42 is certainly worth taking a look at. The pistol combines the Austrian gun manufacturer’s gun operating system with the .380 ACP pistol cartridge. The result is both a pistol for concealed carriers who desire a low recoil pistol and th... read more
Sunday morning music
I'm sure older readers, and those into progressive and synthetic rock from the 1970's, will remember the Dutch group Focus. It was formed by flautist Thijs van Leer, and was known for its zany, way-out music, even in those days of intense competition to be the zaniest. It's still going strong, albeit after a lengthy interruption. Here's their breakout hit, "Hocus Pocus", in a live performance from 1973. Thijs van Leer is on keyboards, flute and vocals. However, many people don't know that despite his zaniness with Focus, van Leer was (and still is) also a very good classi... read more
BWorld 496, Energy and economic development
* My article in BusinessWorld last July 13. After the yellow-red alerts and blackout in the Luzon grid in late May to early June caused by many big but old and ageing power plants going on extended maintenance shutdowns and derating, this month the issue has shifted back to amending the Electric Power Industry Reform Act (EPIRA) of 2001 and kill-coal narratives. See these two reports in BusinessWorld: “House bill seeks to allow gov’t to own power plants, halt hydro privatization” (July 5); and, “Climate advocate calls for ban of coal-fired plants to extend to pending projects” (Ju... read more
CFACT18 hours ago
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District favors higher energy costs
Rule 6-5 will barely reduce particulate emission reductions while raising the nation’s highest energy prices even higher. The post The Bay Area Air Quality Management District favors higher energy costs appeared first on CFACT. read more
Snopes.com18 hours ago
Powerhouse US Swim Team Shines with 6 Medals, 1st US Gold
Japan won a swimming gold, Tunisia claimed a surprising spot atop the medal podium, and the mighty Australian women set the first world record of the competition. read more
Virtual Mirage19 hours ago
Gorgon Stare (A Sunday Sermonette)
This blog post only contains open-source information. Context and Precedence Circa 2013-2015 in addition to work I did in Mexico in that time period, I was also involved in a UAV project in connection with Cal Tech. I met JohnD (Posts here as: Valueism) from Oslo, Norway in connection with this project and […] The post Gorgon Stare (A Sunday Sermonette) appeared first on Virtual Mirage . read more
Modern Tokyo Times19 hours ago
Curfew at night in Afghanistan to provide more security in areas held
  Murad Makhmudov and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times The pull-out of American forces in Afghanistan under President Biden of America is witnessing fresh Taliban momentum. Nerves are obviously fraying within government-controlled areas because the Taliban supports a strict and draconian Islamic Sharia […] read more
Angels Are Servants - A Quotation by James Cooper
Angels are servants of God that assist Him in carrying out His plans and purposes. The word “Angel” actually comes from the Greek word aggelos, which means “messenger.” *James Cooper, Storm Watch: A Journey to Discipleship* read more
The Duran20 hours ago
NSW Health Officer orders Australians, “Don’t have a conversation” with each other
NSW Health Officer orders Australians, “Don’t have a conversation” with each other ****News Topic 493***** Top Health Officer Orders Australians: ‘Don’t Have a Conversation’ With Each Other Top Health Officer Orders Australians: ‘Don’t Have a Conversation’ With Each Other News that billionaire Google co-founder Larry Page has been hiding out on and buying isolated private […] read more
The Duran20 hours ago
Eric Clapton will CANCEL shows at venues which require passports
Eric Clapton will CANCEL shows at venues which require passports ****News Topic 492***** Guitarist Eric Clapton says he’ll CANCEL shows at venues that ‘discriminate’ by requiring shots Guitarist Eric Clapton says he’ll CANCEL shows at venues that ‘discriminate’ by requiring vaccination Reacting to the British government requiring Covid-19 vaccine passes for access to live venues […] read more
Covid 46, Dr. Romy Quijano on vaccine and IVM (part 2)
Retired faculty member of UP College of Medicine Dr Romeo "Romy" Quijano wrote a 3-parts papers about the vaccine. Reposting portions of them here. *(1) Herd Immunity and Vaccines (FAQ Part 1) *Romeo F. Quijano MD June 21, 2021 https://romeoquijanomd.net/2021/06/21/herd-immunity-and-vaccines-faq/ … The goal of achieving “herd immunity” through vaccination is practically unattainable mainly because it relies on numerous flawed assumptions such as: homogenous, well-mixing population that is behaving basically in a similar manner, random vaccination with almost perfect efficacy... read more
OrientalReview.org19 hours ago
The Wellspring Of Pity. On The Kazan Icon Day
Nothing and no one on earth can live without water, be it from a lake, a river, rainwater, or a spring. Needed by everything under the sun, nevertheless, not all water is the same. Sometimes God gives a spring healing powers, and then that water not only nourishes but renews […] read more
Snopes.com19 hours ago
Ranging Bull: ‘Barney’ Eludes Capture Days After Farm Escape
The bull was roaming around a part of Long Island that features dense underbrush and pine barrens. read more
Komando.com20 hours ago
How to watch the Olympics in 4K without paying for cable
Want to watch the Olympics in 4K? You can stream the games for free. read more
From Home Defense to Competitions, The Springfield XD(M) Is a Winner
*Richard Douglas* *Guns, Americas* The XD(M) is designed specifically for competition shooting right out of the box, so it comes as no surprise that this gun is extremely accurate. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *The Springfield Armory XD(M) Competition Series is a seriously great set of guns. It’s highly accurate, extremely reliable, and its streamlined design allows for a balanced, lightweight hold. Whether you are looking for a home defense weapon or need a new competition piece, definitely try out the XD(M). You won’t be disappointed. The Springfield Armory XD(M) Competi... read more
Snopes.com20 hours ago
States Scale Back Virus Reporting Just As Cases Surge
The shift to weekly instead of daily reporting in Florida, Nebraska, Iowa and South Dakota marked a notable shift during the pandemic. read more
Say Hello to the 5 Best 9mm Guns on the Planet
*Kyle Mizokami* *Guns, * The 9mm Luger round will be around for many more years. Here are five of the best guns the round is used in. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Originally developed in Croatia as the HS2000, the Springfield XD (“Extreme Duty”) handgun has enjoyed considerable success in the United States. The XD externally resembles a Glock, from nearby Austria, though is somewhat blockier in appearance. The standard service model features a four-inch barrel—par for the course on this list—and a double-stack magazine that holds up to sixteen rounds of 9mm Luger ammuniti... read more
3 Million Americans Want More Stimulus Payments
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *US Economy, Americas* There are currently six ongoing online petitions demanding recurring monthly stimulus checks of $2,000 until the coronavirus pandemic ends. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *Despite the lack of any concrete action at the White House and in Congress, do take note that another round of stimulus isn’t entirely off the table. During a recent press briefing with reporters, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said: “[President Joe Biden] is happy to hear from a range of ideas on what would be most effective and what’s most important to the... read more
The Sherman Tank Helped Defeat the Nazis
*Warfare History Network* *World War II, Europe* The Sherman tank is one of the most iconic and reliable weapons of World War II. Here is how the Allies invented several different versions specialized for difficult tasks. *Here's What You Need To Know*: Sherman variants helped clear minefields and ford across rivers in the quest to defeat Nazism. The elite German paratroopers, who were some of the finest fighters in the service of the Third Reich, believed they were exceptionally well prepared to defend the deep water port of Brest on France’s Brittany coast against an impending... read more