Monday, July 04, 2022

4 July - Blogs I'm Following - 2 of 4

 10 pm MDT

Not PC7 hours ago
"Justice consists first not in condemning, but in admiring..."
*"Justice consists first not in condemning, but in admiring -- and then in expressing one's admiration explicitly and in fighting for those one admires.... “It is, if anything, more important to praise and reward the good than to condemn the evil. To speak up and to fight for the men who are right and who represent rational values. “Granted, the evil must be fought and condemned … but then, brushed aside. “What counts in life … and this is the issue, of course, of the potency of virtue … what counts in life is the good. “They are the men who create the values... read more
This is Why We Can't Have Nice Things
Highland Park is a nice suburb town just outside of Chicago. To look at today's aborted parade route on Central Street, it looks like Everytown, USA. Central Street looks as if it was built for parades to celebrate days like today or Christmas or to celebrate local heroes. The lady you see in the inset of the video above is named Kristen Carlson and she and her 17 year-old were running late for the parade. They were coming out of an alleyway when they saw panicked people running toward them. "There's a shooter," one of them said. They ran back to Carlson's mother's home... read more
Snopes.com7 hours ago
Jan 6 Panel: More People Turn Up with Evidence Against Trump
The committee is planning to hold at least two public hearings in July 2022. read more
The Rio Times7 hours ago
Investments of Arab funds in Brazil reach US$20 billion
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - On Monday, July 4, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said that the total investments of Arab funds in Brazil are approaching US$20 billion. He added that Brazil's participation in Expo Dubai generated business with expected investments of US$10 billion. "The Arab world constitutes the third-largest market for Brazil abroad, behind only […] read more
The Rio Times7 hours ago
Colombia’s new President’s challenges with the military
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - As of August, a portrait of Gustavo Petro Urrego wearing the presidential sash will hang on the wall of all military barracks in Colombia. At that time, he will be not only the new president of the country but also the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. He will be […] read more
This July 4th We Should All Declare Our Independence From the New Normal
This July 4th We Should All Declare Our Independence From the New Normal by Kit Knightly, OffGuardian July 4, 2022 Today is July 4th, Independence Day. And, in the world of the New Normal, maybe that’s something we should all celebrate. The United States of America has become a corrupt Imperial juggernaut, chewing up The post This July 4th We Should All Declare Our Independence From the New Normal appeared first on Truth Comes to Light. read more
The Rio Times8 hours ago
Opinion: Brazil and India deserve permanent seats on UN Security Council
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – (Opinion) Russian Ambassador to China Andrey Denisov reaffirmed his country’s support for the permanent seats that Brazil and India have requested at the UNSC but confirmed that Moscow remains opposed to Germany and Japan’s. The first two would “increase the proportionate share of African, Asian and Latin American nations for […] read more
The Duran8 hours ago
Kissinger’s Davos speech, at the age of 99, shows he never understood what he was doing.
Eric Zuesse Nixon’s Secretary of State, Henry Kissinger, assisted the U.S. Government’s evils in Vietnam, but also helped China to moderate away from Mao’s rigid Marxism. (Mao considered himself to be applying Marx’s views to a then still predominantly rural national culture.) In both matters, he was reflecting the policy preferences of Republican-Party billionaires, at […] read more
Need To Know8 hours ago
David Martin Says 700 Million Worldwide Will Die from COVID-19 Vaccines by 2028
David Martin provides evidence that the COVID-19 pandemic was planned and that the vaccines are bioweapons. He estimated that the COVID-19 injections will kill 700 million people worldwide and 75 million to 100 million Americans. read more
Need To Know8 hours ago
The Biased J6 Committee Ignores Man with Gun and Woman who Broke Windows at the Capitol
Rachel Powell, a 41-yr-old single mother of 8 children, was filmed breaking windows at the Capitol on January 6th and directing people inside the Capitol. But instead of being imprisoned, Rachel is currently residing in the comfort of her home under house arrest. read more
Need To Know8 hours ago
Capitol Police Internal Memo Shows They Were Warned BLM from Baltimore Bused in Rioters
A US Capitol Police memo revealed that the day before the January 6 riot, the US Capitol Police intel unit warned that "BLM from Baltimore" was busing in rioters: "BLM/Antif will wear MAGA hats, wear camo, and attempt to blend in with MAGA crowd" in order to blame violence on Trump supporters attending Trump rally. read more
MUSINGS ON IRAQ7 hours ago
This Day In Iraqi History - Jul 4 Islamic State’s Baghdadi declared caliphate from Mosul Said ISIS would now be Islamic State and he was Caliph Ibrahim
(Independent) 1917 Al-Arab paper established Said it was for Arabs but was actually run by British eventually under Gertrude Bell (Musings On Iraq review *Gertrude Bell And Iraq*) (Musings On Iraq review *Gertrude Bell, Explorer of the Middle East*) (Musings On Iraq movie review *Letters from Baghdad*) (Musings On Iraq review *Desert Queen, The Extraordinary Life of Gertrude Bell: Adventurer, Adviser to Kings, Ally of Lawrence of Arabia*) 1919 3 British officers killed in Zakho by Kurds leading to retaliatory raids by British army 1920 British raid into Rumaitha’s bazaar ... read more
War News Updates7 hours ago
Dutch Farmers Protest Against Environmental Regulations That Will Put 30% Of Them Out Of Business
*Zero Hedge:* *Dutch Protesters Pour Manure On Government Offices Over Industry-Killing Regulations* Dutch farmers who have been protesting for weeks over the government's radical plan to cut nitrogen emissions by 50% - 95% by 2030 have taken things to the next level - pouring manure on government offices in response to the plan which would cause widespread chaos - including the death of 1/3 of Dutch farms. *Read more* .... *Dutch Farmers Protest Against Environmental Regulations That Will Put 30% Of Them Out Of Business* Dutch farmers block entrances to supermarket war... read more
balance107 hours ago
Martian energy perversions
Do not re-create ties with those who are on the left-handed path, no matter what your sympathy, no matter what you think your loyalties are. We are here to tell you that your loyalties are to God and God alone and that not one ounce, one fraction of an ounce of your energy should go in sympathy to those individuals who have turned their back on the altar of God, who have turned love into anger and into all of the Martian misqualifications. -Archangel Uriel and Aurora, Pearl 35:55 …………… I am here in the Earth to see this community, other spiritual communities of the light and all li... read more
Monday Afternoon Links
Miscellaneous material to start your week. - Andrew Nikiforuk writes that the decision to stop doing anything to limit the spread of COVID-19 is opening the door for a forever plague. Olivia Bowden and Kenyon Wallace report on the start of a summer COVID-19 wave in Ontario, while Cindy Harnett discusses how one is also cresting in British Columbia. And Erin Prater examines the groups of people (covering a large proportion of the population) who are most likely to be vulnerable to long COVID, while Megan Leonhardt reports on the failure of far too many employers to support workers ... read more
Justinflation
Western Standard- Border restrictions for unvaccinated truck drivers continue wreaking havoc on farmers, consumers “These restrictions are punishing farmers who can’t afford to ship their goods, and it’s punishing consumers at the grocery store with inflation. The farmers are reporting that these restrictions are the number one cause of inflation, right now.” Krayden said during… Continue reading → read more
War News Updates8 hours ago
Russian President Putin Orders The Military To Continue To Advance After Seizing Ukraine’s Lysychansk
Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a meeting with Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu in Moscow, Russia July 4, 2022. Sputnik/Mikhail Klimentyev/Kremlin via REUTERS *Moscow Times*:* Putin Orders Advance to Continue After Russia Takes Ukraine’s Lysychansk* President Vladimir Putin said Monday that Russia will continue pressing forward in eastern Ukraine after Kyiv ordered its forces to retreat from the strategic city of Lysychansk and Russian officials claimed control over the entirety of Ukraine’s Luhansk region. “Military units ... must carry out their tasks according to pr... read more
Snopes.com8 hours ago
In Rural West, More Worries About Access to Abortion Clinics
Abortion providers in states where the procedure is legal are bracing for influx of out-of-state patients. read more
The Rio Times8 hours ago
Chilean government presents housing emergency plan to build more than 260,000 homes
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - On Sunday, July 3, Chile's Government presented a housing emergency plan to build more than 260,000 houses during the term of Chilean President Gabriel Boric. "Our country faces an acute crisis of access to housing and the benefits of the city, deepened by a growing housing . . . To […] read more
MUSINGS ON IRAQ8 hours ago
Security In Iraq June 22-28, 2022
Security remained stable for another week. Pro-Iran groups did pick up their operations but it didn’t change the overall number of security incidents much. More importantly June is almost over and the Islamic State has not begun its annual summer offensive. There were a total of 12 security incidents in Iraq reported in the media from June 22-28. There were 10 the 3rd week of the month, 12 the second and 6 the first. Pro-Iran parties carried out 6 attacks. A convoy working for the U.S. was bombed in Basra. Their main focus however was rocket attacks. There were two in Ni... read more
The Last Refuge8 hours ago
Senator Lindsey Graham Returns from Turkey Hopeful to Close Deal on F16 Sales
Senator Lindsey Graham (U-DC) was apparently in Turkey around the same time as the NATO summit. According to a Twitter announcement by Graham he has returned to the U.S. hopeful to close the deal on selling F-16”s to Turkey now that Turkish President Recep Erdogan has removed opposition to Finland and Sweden joining NATO. “I […] The post Senator Lindsey Graham Returns from Turkey Hopeful to Close Deal on F16 Sales appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
The Rio Times8 hours ago
Commodity prices at a glance – July 4
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - With the new geopolitical situation in the world, the unprecedented sanctions frenzy, and the possibility of more global events, The Rio Times will list daily prices of major commodities for comparison and review. &nbsp . . . To read the full NEWS and much more, Subscribe to […] read more
Not All Heroes Wear Capes
Brietbart- Joey Chestnut Takes Animal Rights Protester Down While Winning Hot Dog Eating Contest read more
The Duran9 hours ago
No reverse gear. Donbass defeat, as another Afghanistan debacle looms
No reverse gear. Donbass defeat, as another Afghanistan debacle looms The Duran: Episode 1325 read more
Need To Know9 hours ago
Uvalde Police Chief Pete Arredondo Resigns from City Council after Botching Shooting Response
Last week, it was revealed that Uvalde Police and on-scene officers never even touched the classroom door to see if it was locked until law enforcement finally opened it, despite prior reports that law enforcement was waiting for a key to open the door. read more
6 dead, 24 wounded in shooting at Chicago-area July 4 parade
Yahoo News HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. (AP) — At least six people died and 24 were wounded in a shooting at a July Fourth parade in... The post 6 dead, 24 wounded in shooting at Chicago-area July 4 parade appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Need To Know9 hours ago
UN World Health Organization Uses COVID as Excuse for ‘Enhanced Surveillance’
The World Health Organization (WHO) is calling for governments to provide 'enhanced surveillance' tracking in order to detect phony COVID-19 variants that they claim are circulating in every country. read more
Washington Has Conducted at Least 23 Secret Proxy Wars Since 2017
*21WIRE* | A secretive authority called ‘127e’ to launch at least two dozen proxy wars since 2017. read more
Small Dead Animals10 hours ago
The World Is Going Insane
Or at least western countries. How else can one explain a guy(I use that term loosely), who refused to work while mourning Roe versus Wade. Meanwhile in Jolly Old England. read more
America’s Early Civil Rights Case You Probably Weren’t Taught
America’s Early Civil Rights Case You Probably Weren’t Taught by Truthstream Media July 4, 2022  Available at Truthstream Media BitChute and YouTube channels. Connect with Truthstream Media The post America’s Early Civil Rights Case You Probably Weren’t Taught appeared first on Truth Comes to Light. read more
Organizing Notes6 hours ago
July 4th message....can't argue with this one....
Writes one person commenting on this video: Another Irish Member of European Parliament (MEP) 100% true and the world needs to know it! Washington is no longer the leader of the free world to be admired and looked up to. Thank you for having the courage to tell the truth Mick! read more
"How It Really Is"
Savor *this* vacation... read more
"Pretending..."
“Human beings are, necessarily, actors who cannot become something before they have first pretended to be it; and they can be divided, not into the hypocritical and the sincere, but into the sane who know they are acting and the mad who do not.” - W.H Auden "A dog might feel as majestic as a lion, might bark as loud as a roar, might have a heart as mighty and brave as a Lion's heart, but at the end of the day, a dog is a dog and a lion is a lion. " - Charlyn Khatero read more
War News Updates9 hours ago
Economic Crisis Is Deepening In Germany
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Russian President Vladimir Putin *Insider*:* Germany's second-largest city is preparing to ration hot water as the Russia energy crisis escalates* * Hamburg's environment senator said the city could set limits on when people can use hot water. * Jens Kerstan told Welt am Sonntag that this could happened in the case of an "acute gas shortage." * Germany is scrambling to plug the gap in energy supplies after cutting its dependence on Russian gas. Hamburg, the largest non-capital city in the European Union, has warned that it could ration be f... read more
Must View! "I See A Very Ominous And Scary Economy Ahead - Everything Bubble Will Burst Leaving Millions Broke"
*Full screen recommended.* Jeremiah Babe, 7/4/22: *"I See A Very Ominous And Scary Economy Ahead - * *Everything Bubble Will Burst Leaving Millions Broke"* Comments here: - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ei2NDrB1W_M ○ *Related:* "Heartaches On Heartaches! US Court Ruling May Take 70,000 Truckers Off Road, Spur Jams (Diesel Prices UP 118% Under Biden, Things Just Keep Getting Worse)" read more
Happy July 4th!
"America is essentially a dream. It is a dream of a land where men of all races, of all nationalities, and of all creeds, can live together as brothers. The substance of the dream is expressed in these sublime words, 'We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain inalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.' "Now, we notice in the very beginning that at the center of this dream is an amazing universalism. It does not say some men, but it says all men. It does not sa... read more
The Rio Times9 hours ago
Man in Chile accidentally receives 330 times his salary and disappears
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - A man from Chile, whose name was not released, has disappeared after accidentally receiving 330 times his salary. As reported by the news website Insider, the Chilean resigned from the meat company CIAL Alimentos after receiving 165,398,851 (US$180,000) Chilean pesos instead of the expected 500,000. The local newspaper Diario Financiero […] read more
Bill Bonner, "America, Now and Then"
*"America, Now and Then"* From humble beginnings to total control, a look at whence we came and where we're headed... by Bill Bonner *Youghal, Ireland -* "Today is a holiday in the USA. Americans celebrate what they used to be. And pretend they still are. But back then, the government was microscopic. No Department of Energy. No Environmental Protection Agency. No troops all over the world. No foreign wars. No unpayable debt, unresponsive bureaucracy or unworkable plans. Washington, DC, was still farmland. With the important exception of the slaves, Americans were free to pursue ... read more
Econlib9 hours ago
Ideas don’t stay discredited forever
A few weeks ago, I did a post pointing out that the quality of public policy was declining sharply during the 21st century. I see similar arguments all over the place. The Economist has a long article on trends in Latin America that points to a serious deterioration in the quality of governance. Voters there […] The post Ideas don’t stay discredited forever appeared first on Econlib. read more
A Lost Episode: TFA’s Political Strategy and Mafia-style Attacks
Truth For America is a podcast about Teach For America (TFA) that provides voice to educators, parents, students, and other key stakeholders. Truth For America is co-hosted by Dr. Julian Vasquez Heilig, Dr. T. Jameson Brewer and Dr. Barb Veltri. Does TFA deploy mafia-style political attacks? We interview Diana Davila, a former Houston board member who was elected for more read more
Snopes.com10 hours ago
Police: 5 Dead, 19 Hospitalized in Shooting at July 4 Parade
The shooting started just minutes after the parade began in Highland Park, north of Chicago. read more
The Last Refuge10 hours ago
Manhunt Underway as Suspect Shoots 16 People During July 4th Celebration in Highland Park, Illinois
During a July 4th celebration in Highland Park, a suburb north of Chicago, a gunman has opened fire shooting at least 16 people and reported killing 6 people. A press conference is pending. The shooting took place during a parade to celebrate the Fourth of July. {Press Conference Livestream} The shooter is NOT in custody. […] The post Manhunt Underway as Suspect Shoots 16 People During July 4th Celebration in Highland Park, Illinois appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
The Rio Times10 hours ago
Argentina: In 2021, 13% of energy coverage was photovoltaic
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - These are data from Argentina's Wholesale Electricity Market Management Company PLC (Cammesa) for 2021 and all the technologies that are part of the Argentine energy matrix. The study presents their evolution, from which it is possible to extract the behavior of read more
The Rio Times10 hours ago
Bolivia’s maritime outlets potential through waterways and canals
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - With the Tamengo Canal and the Paraguay-Parana Waterway, Bolivia has its own maritime outlets that should be strengthened for their economic and commercial potential, said Vicente Jimenez, consultant of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development. "There is a reality, Bolivia has its own . . . To read […] read more
The Rio Times11 hours ago
Only 54% of adults in Paraguay have a bank or a fintech account
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - In Paraguay, by 2021, only 54% of adults had an account at a bank, other financial institution, or through a mobile money provider. Still, this a 49% increase over what was recorded in 2017, which is equivalent to 5 basis points in 4 years, according to the Global Findex 2022 […] read more
The Rio Times11 hours ago
The perception of economic setback in Peru is the highest in 31 years
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - More Peruvians have the impression that the country's development and economy are regressing instead of advancing. According to a survey by Ipsos Peru for Apoyo Consultoría, 67% of those interviewed have the perception that the country is not advancing, being the highest figure in the last 31 years. This means […] read more
Turcopolier11 hours ago
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, July 3 – TTG
Russian forces have likely secured the Luhansk Oblast border, although pockets of Ukrainian resistance may remain in and around Lysychansk. Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu announced that Russian forces have captured Luhansk Oblast on July 3, after seizing Lysychansk and settlements … Continue reading → read more
The Rio Times11 hours ago
Travel on holidays? 5 hotels in Brazil in the lists of the best in the world
By Marina Ferreira and Claudia Meireles The month of July is one of the most anticipated months of the year. The reason for so much euphoria can be summed up in the word vacation. For those who are not sure whether to set foot on the street or buckle up on the plane, here are […] read more
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts Are Not Working Because They “Cost” Nothing
Many spaces want a diversity, equity, and inclusion created in their own image; which ultimately isn’t diversity, equity, or inclusion... read more
"We Are Witnessing A Stunning Breakdown Of Law And Order, And The Overwhelmed Police Seem Powerless To Stop It"
*"We Are Witnessing A Stunning Breakdown Of Law And Order,* * And The Overwhelmed Police Seem Powerless To Stop It"* by Michael Snyder "This country is not the same place that it was ten years ago. In fact, it is not even close to the same place that it was five years ago. Violent crime is out of control in many of our major cities, and there aren’t enough police to handle it all. So in many cases a police officer literally never shows up when someone reports a serious crime. Unfortunately, the number of serious crimes just keeps going up. In 2020, we witnessed the worst spike in vi... read more
bilaterals.org10 hours ago
European Parliament pushes for a new trade deal with Africa
04-Jul-2022 The vote on the “Future of EU-Africa trade relations” focuses on five key themes: infrastructure, food security, civil society, fair trade agreements and sustainable economic development. read more
bilaterals.org10 hours ago
Algerian trade cut off with Spain: Spanish companies with interests in Algeria should take measures to manage their risks
04-Jul-2022 Spain's recognition of the autonomy plan for Western Sahara proposed by Morocco has escalated diplomatic tensions between Spain and Algeria. read more
bilaterals.org10 hours ago
Kingdom, Mongolia eyeing deal to up trade, investment
04-Jul-2022 Cambodia and Mongolia are looking to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance bilateral trade and investment ties. read more
bilaterals.org10 hours ago
Financial services an exciting aspect of UK-India FTA, says Rishi Sunak
04-Jul-2022 The British Indian Minister welcomes the opening up of the Indian insurance market. read more
bilaterals.org10 hours ago
Peru's ambassador to China: “The FTA with China is becoming obsolete”
04-Jul-2022 Peru's ambassador to China says Peru should strengthen bilateral relations and trade, and need to update its free trade agreement with China. read more
bilaterals.org10 hours ago
Biden's Indo-Pacific Economic Framework is a paradigm shift
04-Jul-2022 The United States can no longer afford to buy geopolitical allies with market access. read more
bilaterals.org10 hours ago
EU FTA & Tiriti O Waitangi: “More of the same”
04-Jul-2022 The free trade agreement between New Zealand and the European Union fails to meet the standards we expect of the government under Te Tiriti o Waitangi in terms of both process and outcome. read more
Organizing Notes10 hours ago
Says it all....
U.S. NSA spy base Menwith Hill in North Yorkshire, England read more
BANK SCAM in CHINA – $6 Billion In Deposits Vanished From Banks in China. 400k People Are Left with Nothing
Investment Watch $6 Billion In Deposits Vanished From Banks in China >400k people are left with nothing >protest in front of the bank to get... The post BANK SCAM in CHINA – $6 Billion In Deposits Vanished From Banks in China. 400k People Are Left with Nothing appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
700 Million Worldwide Will Die from COVID-19 Vaxx by 2028 — Dr. David Martin
Global Research – by Alexandra Bruce Dr David Martin joins Greg Hunter, who refers to Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla’s recent threats to sue anti-vaxxers for “misinformation”... The post 700 Million Worldwide Will Die from COVID-19 Vaxx by 2028 — Dr. David Martin appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
W.H.O. – Dr. Tedros slips up and admits some countries using booster shots to kill children.
nonvaxer420 Published December 22, 2021 The post W.H.O. – Dr. Tedros slips up and admits some countries using booster shots to kill children. appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Are US Weapons Supplied To Ukraine Ending Up On DarkNet Marketplaces?
Zero Hedge – by Tyler Durden The lack of oversight for billions of dollars in US weapons pumped into Ukraine has concerned the Pentagon. They’re worried about anti-tank... The post Are US Weapons Supplied To Ukraine Ending Up On DarkNet Marketplaces? appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
We Are Witnessing A Stunning Breakdown Of Law And Order, And The Overwhelmed Police Seem Powerless To Stop It
The Economic Collapse – by Michael Snyder This country is not the same place that it was ten years ago. In fact, it is not... The post We Are Witnessing A Stunning Breakdown Of Law And Order, And The Overwhelmed Police Seem Powerless To Stop It appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Snopes.com10 hours ago
July 4 Celebrations Marred by Illinois Shooting
The shooting took place during an Independence Day parade in Highland Park. read more
Chief says charges possible after more antisemitic flyers found in South Florida
WPLG Local 10 Jun 29, 2022 Residents of multiple South Florida communities are reporting finding antisemitic flyers distributed throughout their neighborhoods in a string of... The post Chief says charges possible after more antisemitic flyers found in South Florida appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Bay Area health officials are scrambling to contain monkeypox outbreaks
EXBulletin Cases of monkeypox have more than doubled in the past week in California and the Bay Area. Here, health authorities are participating in global... The post Bay Area health officials are scrambling to contain monkeypox outbreaks appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Soros: “I replaced the Soviet Empire, and created the Soros Empire.”
December1991 April 7th, 2022. Soros explains how deeply he has been involved in the events of Ukraine and the dismantling of the USSR since the... The post Soros: “I replaced the Soviet Empire, and created the Soros Empire.” appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
The COVID Shot: How It Affects Your Body – Dr. Ryan Cole
Liberty Counsel Published June 29, 2022 The Biden administration paid corporate media more than $1 billion to promote the COVID shots stating they were safe and effective.... The post The COVID Shot: How It Affects Your Body – Dr. Ryan Cole appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Old armor is equipped to perform new tricks
I was intrigued to learn (courtesy of a post by SNAFU Solomon) about a modern adaptation of former Soviet T-62 tanks (first produced in the 1960's) by the Algerian Army. I came across T-62's in the field, way back when. They were impressive enough from an infantry point of view, but were less able to handle more modern, higher-technology Western tanks in combat, as proved in (for example) the 1973 Yom Kippur war, South Africa's Border War and other conflicts. They were rapidly replaced in front-line service by the more modern T-72 tank and its derivatives. Still, more than 2... read more
One Thousand Year-old Assyrian Graves Desecrated in Mardin, Turkey
One thousand year-old Assyrian graves desecrated in Mardin, Turkey.In the YemiÅŸli (Enhil) Neighborhood of Mardin's Midyat district, at least 1000 years old graves belonging to Assyrians were destroyed, the bones of the saints were thrown out of the graves. read more
Is the BBC biased?10 hours ago
#mediaforgood
The BBC's home affairs editor Mark Easton took to Twitter earlier to announce: read more
Is the BBC biased?10 hours ago
Nick Robinson and the dogs on the street
That drew this response from someone who's normally pretty pro-BBC: *Mike Love*: Did he? Why is he expressing an opinion like that as a BBC employee? Fine quoting someone else, but not saying it himself. There's a lot of that going on. read more
The Last Refuge10 hours ago
Facing Defeat in Lysychansk Ukraine Military Retreats, Russia Takes Full Control of Eastern Ukraine Region of Luhansk
Separatists in Luhansk had been embroiled in a bloody civil war against the Ukraine military since 2014. On Sunday Russia announced its military forces and allies had taken control of Ukraine’s eastern Luhansk region after capturing the final Ukrainian holdout of Lysychansk. Based on ground reports showing celebrations of Russian troops and the citizens of […] The post Facing Defeat in Lysychansk Ukraine Military Retreats, Russia Takes Full Control of Eastern Ukraine Region of Luhansk appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Is the BBC biased?10 hours ago
Gender politics and BBC Sport
*The Spectator* has a piece this afternoon on the BBC's promotion of women's football and how it's gender politics rather than the sport that 'energises' the BBC. Its author, Philip Patrick, asks: But does the BBC know its place anymore? Its purpose is surely to report the news, which means covering sport (a form of news) on the basis of the level of interest in it, not using it as a vehicle to drive societal change. Well, we're already well into extra time on that one, Patrick. The BBC might as well update its mission statement to “inform, educate, entertain and drive societal c... read more
War News Updates11 hours ago
Russian President Putin Won't Congratulate US President Biden On Independence Day
Keegan Barber / Official White House Photo *Moscow Times:* *Putin Won't Congratulate Biden on Independence Day, Kremlin Says* Russian President Vladimir Putin won’t congratulate his U.S. counterpart Joe Biden on his country’s Independence Day holiday, the Kremlin said Monday. “This is because this year, the U.S.’ unfriendly political discourse towards Russia has reached its culmination point,” Interfax quoted Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov as saying to reporters. *Read more *.... *Update #1:* Putin will not congratulate Biden on July 4, Kremlin says (Reuters) *Updat... read more
Virtual Mirage11 hours ago
Beware the Snake
The British lost their American colonies because of excesses that were levied upon British Citizens living a long way from the King’s Castle. King George sent troops. Unlike Englishmen at home, the colonists were armed to the teeth to defend what they’d taken from the various Indian tribes. Shooting in defense and shooting […] The post Beware the Snake appeared first on Virtual Mirage. read more
Is the BBC biased?11 hours ago
The BBC wriggles again
A Tale of Two Tims, for the DJ Tim business has firmly dropped DG Tim in it. The whole business is fascinating, recalling the past Bashir and Savile scandals, with one part of the BBC working with *The Guardian* [naturally] and firing Freedom of Information requests at another part of the BBC to find out about previous complaints about former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood, while that other part of the BBC was behaving in classic BBC fashion by initially stalling and refusing to confirm or deny any past complaints, and then shifting tack and saying it didn't hold information "helpful for t... read more
The Rio Times11 hours ago
Argentina’s markets react negatively to new economy minister
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The Buenos Aires Stock Exchange opened Monday with a loss of 2.55%. The Argentine peso intensified its depreciation against the dollar in the informal market following the appointment of Silvina Batakis, a representative of the leftist government's ultra-left, as economy minister. Stocks traded on the Buenos Aires Stock Exchange opened […] read more
The Duran11 hours ago
CNN Luhansk, ‘forced to withdraw.’ Bezos v Biden, demands gas stations lower prices. Update 2
Luhansk, ‘forced to withdraw.’ Bezos v Biden, demands gas stations lower prices. Update 2 Topic 609 read more
The Duran11 hours ago
Russia Advances in Donbass Towards Siversk, Economic Crises Deepen in Germany, Japan
Russia Advances in Donbass Towards Siversk, Economic Crises Deepen in Germany, Japan News Topic 542 read more
War News Updates11 hours ago
More Bad Polling Numbers For President Biden
An analysis of who benefits from the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade. Also, an update on NATO and the prospect of a wider war breaking out in Europe.https://t.co/zFkIMiepS0 — JohnZogbyStrategies (@zogbystrategies) July 1, 2022 *Washington Examiner:* *White House Report Card: Zogby says Biden ‘in real trouble’* This week’s White House Report Card finds President Joe Biden ending another horror week, whipped repeatedly by the Supreme Court and approval polls and facing a growing fall election disaster if he doesn’t pull up soon. Democratic pollster and grader John Zog... read more
"Strange Prices At Publix! Kroger VS Publix - Which Is Cheaper?"
*Full screen recommended.* Adventures with Danno, 7/4/22: *"Strange Prices At Publix! * *Kroger VS Publix - Which Is Cheaper?"* "In today's vlog we are at Publix and are noticing massive price increases! We are here to check out skyrocketing prices, and a lot of empty shelves! It's getting rough out here as stores seem to be struggling with getting products!" *Comments here:* - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a7DTGGM1NYs read more
The Rio Times11 hours ago
Domestic flights in Brazil already exceed pre-pandemic numbers -ANAC
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - In May, demand for domestic flights exceeded 2019 indices, the same as last year before the Covid 19 pandemic. The data comes from the National Civil Aviation Agency's (Anac) Demand and Supply Report, released Friday (1). According to Anac, flight supply measured by ASK (available seat kilometers) increased 6% compared […] read more
Small Dead Animals12 hours ago
They Should Have Gotten Vaccinated
The great bureaucratic and administrative health care gamble of the last couple of years bears its ugly fruit. They were warned that this was going to be the inevitable outcome. They didn’t listen. And they still think they were right. The Star- Wait times for hospital admission from the ER are at a record high… Continue reading → read more
Small Dead Animals12 hours ago
And The Water Will Boil Itself
Read the whole thing. Sun- Many reserves still lack clean water Since the Trudeau government came to power in 2015, spending to improve the lives of Indigenous people has gone up 140% in seven years, from $11.4 billion annually in 2015 to a projected $27.4 billion this year. And yet the lives of our Indigenous… Continue reading → read more
Bacon's Rebellion13 hours ago
Happy 4th, Everyone!
And the rockets’ red glare The bombs bursting in air Gave proof through the night That our flag was still there I’ll be taking a day off from the culture wars to remember — and appreciate — what all Americans … Continue reading → read more
musingsofanoldfart15 hours ago
A few contradictions about the 4th
Today, folks in the US are celebrating the 4th of July which is known as Independence Day. It is an important day, but what it meant was an idea of independence from Great Britain. We still had to fight for … Continue reading → read more
Gregory Mannarino, "Markets A Look Ahead: A Bizarre Phenomenon Is Occurring - Hidden In Plain Sight"
Gregory Mannarino, 7/4/22: *"Markets A Look Ahead: A Bizarre Phenomenon * *Is Occurring - Hidden In Plain Sight"* - https://traderschoice.net/ *Comments here:* - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5skoD5ldvWk ○ Related, highly recommended: *"Von Greyerz: This Implosion Will Be Fast... * *Hold On To Your Seats"* read more
Why We Need a Digital Safe Space for LGBTQ Youth - Thoughts from Asian Teens
Seoul & Nonthaburi, Thailand, Jul 04 (IPS) - Recently, I watched a documentary titled Why We Can’t See Disabled People. Read the full story, “Why We Need a Digital Safe Space for LGBTQ Youth - Thoughts from Asian Teens”, on globalissues.org → read more
Androids in Human Populations
PORTLAND, USA, Jul 04 (IPS) - It is time for countries, especially those with slow growing and ageing human populations, to welcome androids, i.e., humanoid robots with human-like appearance and behavior, including speech, sight, hearing, mobility, and artificial intelligence. Read the full story, “Androids in Human Populations”, on globalissues.org → read more
Nature-Positive Ventures Crucial for Africa's future, say experts at Africa Green Economy Conference
Toronto, Jul 04 (IPS) - Africa’s unique natural capital assets were the center of conversation at the 2022 Africa Green Economy Conference. Held in a hybrid format from June 27 to 30, participants gathered to discuss the value of nature in Africa’s economy and call for more nature-positive ventures in development. Read the full story, “Nature-Positive Ventures Crucial for Africa's future, say experts at Africa Green Economy Conference”, on globalissues.org → read more
What the future holds?
Hello everyone: You have not heard from me for the past 8 weeks because on May 4, 2022 I was rushed to the hospital in... The post What the future holds? appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Exxon Sees $5.5 Billion Refining Windfall as Gas Prices Soar
Bloomberg – by Kevin Crowley Exxon Mobil Corp.’s second-quarter refining earnings surged by as much as $5.5 billion, signaling a season of windfall profits for... The post Exxon Sees $5.5 Billion Refining Windfall as Gas Prices Soar appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Brazil’s MST On The Fight Against Evictions And Bolsonaro
The MST is a peasant movement that organizes people to struggle for agrarian reform and for the democratization of land in Brazil. So I believe most of the people in Latin America knows, but Brazil has one of the highest land concentration in the world. It’s one of the, let’s say, the foundations of the Brazilian state is basically the large states monoculture and slavery, slave work. And those foundations are still a very strong heritage that we have in Brazil. A lot of people with no land, a very high land concentration, structural racism, all of this comes from I mean, our voca... read more
New York City Mayor Says He Will Mandate COVID Vaccines for Children This Fall
OutKick – by Ian Miller New York City has famously handled COVID as poorly as any city on earth. From the initial surge and horrific... The post New York City Mayor Says He Will Mandate COVID Vaccines for Children This Fall appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Swimming is hazardous to health of vaccinated people, as drowning episodes break records across the United States
The Covid Blog This blogger has shared at least twice now that he did not learn how to swim until after age 30. It was... The post Swimming is hazardous to health of vaccinated people, as drowning episodes break records across the United States appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
The Dilemma Of The Fourth Of July
This is the dilemma that Native ‘Americans’ face every day. The foundations of the United States of America are blatantly unjust. This land was stolen. Native peoples, Africans and many other minority communities have long been recipients of systemic racism. And the roots of it are right there for the entire world to see, printed in many of our founding documents; like the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution and United States Supreme Court case rulings. We announce it. We flaunt it. We celebrate it.. As a nation we embrace this history because we are largely ignorant of ... read more
Palestine Action Shuts Israel’s Military Drone Factory
Elbit Systems is met with direct action once more, as Palestine Action activists have taken to Elbit Systems’ (Israel’s largest arms factory) factory in Shenstone and closed the site for the third time in two weeks. The Elbit subsidiary operates as UAV Engines LTD. and is responsible for manufacturing Elbit’s military drone engines. Activists have locked on across the factory gates and hurled symbolic blood-red paint onto the premises, leaving the site inoperable. On June 22nd, activists took to the roof of UAV Engines LTD., proclaiming ‘2 down, 8 to go’ – a warning to Israel’s ar... read more
Unilever Sells Israeli Ben And Jerry’s, Allows Operation In Settlements
Unilever has sold Ben and Jerry’s Israeli business to its Israeli licensee, one year after the American ice cream company announced that it would end sales in the occupied Palestinian territories (oPt). After a year of backlash, legal challenges, and Zionist lobbying, Ben and Jerry’s products will return to illegal settlements, in direct contradiction of the company’s will. In July 2021, when Ben and Jerry’s declared that selling in the oPt would be “inconsistent with [its] values,” the company also revealed that it would not be renewing its agreement with its Israel-based license... read more
Senate Democrats introduce bill that completely infringe on American’s 2A rights, limits gun purchases to one every 5 years
Law Enforcement Today – by Mitch McKinley WASHINGTON, DC – Democratic Senators Corey Booker (NJ), Bob Menendez (NJ), and Richard Blumenthal (CT), recently introduced a gun... The post Senate Democrats introduce bill that completely infringe on American’s 2A rights, limits gun purchases to one every 5 years appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Town To Replace July 4th Fireworks With Eco-Friendly Alternative
Fourth of July firework shows are getting harder and harder to stage as high summer temperatures fueled by the climate crisis increase the risk that they will spark wildfires. But one town in the drought-stricken West has come up with a more environmentally-friendly alternative: a drone show. The town of Incline Village Crystal Bay on the north side of Lake Tahoe announced that it was swapping out the traditional Independence Day pyrotechnics for environmental reasons. “I enjoy fireworks and always have,” Incline Village Crystal Bay Visitors Bureau (IVCBVB) president and CEO Andy ... read more
Dutch Farmers Block Food Warehouses Over New Environmental Rules
Farmers in the Netherlands have blockaded supermarket distribution centers in continuing protests against new environmental rules on nitrogen emissions that are likely to put many of them out of business. Fishers on Monday blocked ports in a show of support for farmers. The blockade prevented ferries from sailing to almost all the Wadden Islands off the country’s northern coast and caused lengthy delays, shipping companies reported. Also on Monday, farmers used tractors and large bales of hay to block entrances to the supermarket distribution centers, as the association of food t... read more
Where Biden’s placing blame
Biden: "To the companies running gas stations and setting those prices at the pump, this is a time of war, global peril, Ukraine. These are... The post Where Biden’s placing blame appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more