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Wollongong Public school celebrates diversity and 'seeing the person within'
Embracing diversity is easy when your friends come from all over the the world, and your school celebrates different cultures too.
'Sophisticated' $5m cannabis farm found in drug bust in southern Queensland
Police seize more than $5.4 million worth of cannabis from a Queensland property, with officers finding a "very commercial-grade and sophisticated" drug farm, including irrigation and hydroponics set-ups.
Wave park developer 'blindsided' after land ruling threatens to dump Swan River project
The developer behind a controversial wave park proposed for Perth says it is "deeply disappointed" at a WA Government decision which threatens to leave the project dead in the water.
Nursing home sanctioned after resident's death in bedroom fire
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The death of a resident in a fire at a State Government aged care home in South Australia's Mid North region has uncovered a series of failures, prompting strict sanctions.
'I just fired the head of the FBI. He was crazy': Why was Trump cleared of obstruction of justice?
James Comey's firing is at the core of the Democrats' push for the release of special counsel Robert Mueller's full report into Russian collusion, writes Washington bureau chief Zoe Daniel.
Private health insurance changes on Monday. This is what you need to know
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Higher premiums, fewer extras and a simplified structure: this is what you need to know about changes to private health insurance, write Peter Sivey and Terence Cheng.
Himalayan Viagra: The Chinese herbal medicine worth more than gold being used for bribery
The rare caterpillar fungus has been described as the world's most expensive parasite and is at the centre of the latest-anti-corruption scandal in China.
Indigenous Affairs Minister won't grant NT Aboriginal river land until access terms are clear
Nigel Scullion is making a guarantee to amateur fishermen in the Northern Territory that he will not grant long-running Aboriginal land claims until questions over how to ensure their continued access are answered.
What I learned from the Zapatistas, Generosity and Grace
What I learned from the Zapatistas - - Generosity and Grace By Brenda Norrell Censored News It was not so much from their words, but from being with them. And it wasn't from just the Zapatistas in Chiapas, but from ,the others who came as well, from Indian Nations, Europe and around the world. It wasn't from their words, because my Spanish was so bad, I knew little of what was being
Pheu Thai won the Facebook Election in Thailand
Online, it was the least engaging and least active party which proved the most popular during the 2019 Thai election, meaning supporters mobilised with little direction from above. The post Pheu Thai won the Facebook Election in Thailand appeared first on New Mandala.
Former NSA Contractor Pleads Guilty To The Largest Security Breach In U.S. History
Photo from NDTV *NBC: **Ex-NSA contractor pleads guilty in largest theft of secrets ever* *The Maryland resident amassed the classified material during 23 years at the agency and investigators have struggled to figure out why he did it.* WASHINGTON — A former contractor for the National Security Agency, the federal government's super-secret codebreaker, pleaded guilty Thursday to charges that he stole and held onto classified government secrets. Harold Martin of Glen Burnie, Maryland, entered a guilty plea in a Baltimore federal courtroom. When he was arrested in 2016, investigator... more »
Transcript of President Trump Extensive Interview on Mueller Investigation…
Last night President Trump called-in to Sean Hannity for an extensive interview. Here’s the transcript from that interview (sorry for the delay): Mr. President, thank you for taking time for being with us tonight. DONALD TRUMP, PRESIDENT (via telephone): Well, … Continue reading →
"On the Internet, this essential separation of private and public space has been utterly undermined... and dividing lines are becoming ever more blurred. We now have public spaces lacking in enforcement mechanisms and transparency and private spaces inadequately protected from surveillance and the misuse of data." #QotD
*"The distinction between public and private affairs, res publicae und res privata, is essential for the functioning of social spaces. The concept of the “res publicae” as “space concerning us all” led – and not only etymologically – to the idea of the republic as a form of statehood and, later, as a legitimate space for democratic policymaking.* * "On the Internet, this essential separation of private and public space has been utterly undermined, and the dividing lines between public and private spaces are becoming ever more blurred. We now have public spaces lacking in enforc... more »
Supercarrier, Super Late: The U.S. Navy's Most Advanced Aircraft Carrier Ever Has Problems
*David Axe* *Security, * The new flattops are expensive. It cost $5 billion just to design the class. Ford cost $13 billion to build. That's roughly as much money at the Navy usually spends on new ships in an entire year. The U.S. Navy has delayed by three months the delivery of the first *Ford*-class supercarrier. It's the latest setback for a high-tech new ship that's supposed to be the centerpiece of the Navy's future fleet, but which has proved to have serious design flaws. The delay also could weigh on the Navy's controversial proposal to decommission one older carrier deca... more »
Media Humiliated After Mueller’s ‘No Collusion’ Bombshell – WikiLeaks Editor (Going Underground)
RT Published on Mar 28, 2019 On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Wikileaks editor Kristinn Hrafnsson on Mueller’s bombshell that he could not find any collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia in the 2016 election, the detention of Chelsea Manning, the media and establishment’s war on Wikileaks and Julian Assange, the […]
Americans Still Believe Trump Colluded with Russia Even After Mueller’s Report – Poll
RT Published on Mar 28, 2019 A new poll suggests the findings of Special Council Robert Mueller on alleged Trump-Russia collusion has had little effect on Americans. On Sunday, the two-year-long investigation concluded that there was no sign of a conspiracy between the American President & the Kremlin. READ MORE: https://on.rt.com/9qt3 end
Israel’s Leftist Media Pushing for War With Gaza
Emphasis mine: Israel’s Leftist Media Pushing for War With Gaza by Gideon Levy, https://www.haaretz.com/ This is journalism that betrays its mission, fully and voluntarily co-opted over the most important issue of all. – If there’s another war with Gaza, God forbid, it will be largely due to the incitement of the leftist media. If war […]
‘War Crime’: Israeli Forces Kill 18-year-old Palestinian Medic in West Bank
‘War Crime’: Israeli Forces Kill 18-year-old Palestinian Medic in West Bank by https://www.telesurenglish.net/ 18-year-old medic, Shahid Muzher, was shot dead by Israeli forces while he was wearing his vest and tending to protesters. Israeli forces shot and killed an 18-year-old Palestinian medic Wednesday in Bethlehem in the occupied West Bank. – Shahid Muzher was shot […]
Hogwashed: A Sullen John Brennan Suggests He May Have Received “Bad Information” On Collusion
Hogwashed: A Sullen John Brennan Suggests He May Have Received “Bad Information” On Collusion by Tyler Durden, https://www.zerohedge.com/ A somber looking John Brennan suggested on MSNBC’s Morning Joe on Monday that “bad information” may be to blame after more than two years of being dead wrong about Trump colluding with Russia. – Brennan – the former director […]
Trump Rips ‘Mainstream Media’: ‘They Truly Are the Enemy of the People’
Trump Rips ‘Mainstream Media’: ‘They Truly Are the Enemy of the People’ by JOHN BOWDEN, https://thehill.com/ President Trump took aim at the “Mainstream Media” in an early morning tweet on Tuesday following a summary of the special counsel’s investigation that showed there was not enough evidence to conclude the president’s campaign colluded with Russia during […]
CENTRAL BANKS, ALL IN ON GOLD While The Population Is Living In A Wealth Delusion! J. Robinson
Crush The Street Published on Mar 28, 2019 TOPICS IN THIS INTERVIEW: 01:50 Central Bank’s are ALL IN on Gold! 10:35 Interest rate and the ‘wealth effect’ exposing a fragile US economy 17:00 How vulnerable is the US Dollar? 20:15 Mueller report: Trump cleared of conspiring with Russia 27:50 Taking action against the corruption and […]
US Recognition of the Golan Paves Way for Other Biblical Lands (Ie. West Bank & Gaza)
“Another widely accepted Zionist myth … that in 1967 Israel faced an existential threat … countless books have been written … in Hebrew, English, Arabic …. documentaries have been filmed .. disproving this completely! The purpose of the war was conquest!” – Miko Peled 5:50 onwards – See also: – The 1967, ‘6’ Day War: […]
Netanyahu: Golan Endorsement ‘Proves’ Israel Can Keep Occupied Territories
Netanyahu: Golan Endorsement ‘Proves’ Israel Can Keep Occupied Territories by Jason Ditz, https://news.antiwar.com/ Still trying to make political gains on President Trump’s endorsement of the Golan Heights annexation, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is hinting that Trump’s extra-legal decree could have broad ramifications across the occupied territories. – Netanyahu claimed Trump’s move “proves” that Israel […]
After Golan, Netanyahu Will Want the West Bank
After Golan, Netanyahu Will Want the West Bank by Zev Chafets, https://www.bloombergquint.com/ (Bloomberg Opinion) — Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are rarely in accord on anything, but they seem to agree on the implications of U.S. President Donald Trump’s declaration recognizing Israel’s sovereignty over the Golan Heights. One believes—and the […]
France Warns Trump: Unilateral Path to Mideast Peace ‘Doomed to Fail’
France Warns Trump: Unilateral Path to Mideast Peace ‘Doomed to Fail’ by https://www.timesofisrael.com/ France’s UN ambassador is warning the Trump administration ahead of the release of its long-awaited Israeli-Palestinian peace plan that any attempt to sidestep a two-state solution and other internationally agreed criteria “will be doomed to failure.” – Francois Delattre says that 25 […]
Democrats Caught Red-Handed Lying about Trump ‘Collusion,’ But March On – Ron Paul on Mueller Report
RT Published on Mar 27, 2019 With Republicans blocking Democrat calls to release Robert Mueller’s full report, former Congressman Ron Paul told RT that the Democratic party needs to own up to peddling the ‘Russian collusion’ lie and move on. READ MORE: https://on.rt.com/9qy4 end
U.S. Led Coalition Battling ISIS Has Admitted That At Least 1,257 Civilians Have Been Killed In Air Strikes Since 2014
SDF forces announced on March 23 they had fully captured the Islamic State group's last bastion in eastern Syria and declared the total elimination of the ISIS territory. AFP *The National:* *Anti-ISIS coalition admits 1,257 civilians killed since 2014* *The coalition's Operation Inherent Resolve has reclaimed all ISIS territory.* The US-led coalition battling ISIS in Syria and Iraq admitted on Thursday that at least 1,257 civilians had been killed in air strikes since Operation Inherent Resolve began in 2014. The international coalition said it had conducted 34,038 strikes betw... more »
Seriously, who believes this gibberish?
“So not only can they take the Earth’s temperature accurate to more than one hundredth of a °C they can now measure sea level rise to a one hundredth of a millimetre ????” – Rosco Mac _______________ Seriously, who believes this gibberish? Rosco Mac I saw a story on Australia’s cheer leader on climate alarm ... Read moreSeriously, who believes this gibberish? The post Seriously, who believes this gibberish? appeared first on Ice Age Now.
One Rebel
One rebel made dissident mini-zines in his parents’ basement, and left them in laundromats, buses and trains. One rebel attended antiwar demonstrations for decades, getting arrested eleven times. One rebel carried a sharpie with him everywhere and wrote “the tv is lying to you” in […]
President Trump Threatens to Close U.S. Southern Border – Crisis Worsening, More Than 12,000 Apprehensions This Week…
Please Mr. President, please close the U.S-Mexico border. It will be painful, but economic pressure is the only pressure likely to create change. Force Mexico to take action. EL PASO, TX — On Wednesday morning, U.S. Customs and Border Protection … Continue reading →
"How the Feds Sedated American Capitalism"
*"How the Feds Sedated American Capitalism"* By Bill Bonner GUALFIN, ARGENTINA – "A Diary Dictum: People are neither always bad nor always good, but always subject to influence. Want to know why tax cuts, spending increases, and EZ money from the Fed don’t work? Wonder how the feds could add $4 trillion in new money, suppress interest rates below zero for an entire decade, add $13 trillion in deficit spending, and still end up with the weakest expansion ever? What’s the matter with “stimulus,” anyway? Try this experiment at home. Tell your teenager that he will get $5,000 a month... more »
Australia appoints top diplomat to China as Morrison pledges $44m to 'turbo charge' Beijing ties
The Morrison Government announces a new $44 million foundation to "turbo charge" Australia's engagement with China as it also appoints a fluent Mandarin speaker as the new ambassador to Beijing.
What we learned from Collingwood's big win over Richmond
Both teams came to the MCG feeling the pressure, but only one side left having answered the critics.
Hanson hasn't seen full Al Jazeera footage but thinks it was 'dubbed'
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The One Nation leader hits out at the undercover "sting" that has engulfed her party, insisting the footage was "cut and pasted" even though she hasn't sat down and watched it.
Sydney Airport control tower evacuated, flights grounded
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Sydney Airport's control tower is evacuated due to a fire, sparking chaotic scenes at the facility with no planes cleared to take off but some flights landing.
This woman posed in a photo with a baby snake. Turns out it was an eastern brown
Sunshine coast snake catcher Richie Gilbert says this baby eastern brown has enough venom to kill a person, despite its tiny size.
Some businesses are improving profit margins with the tampon tax, report finds
An ACCC report finds while nearly all Australian businesses have reduced their prices on women's sanitary products by 9.1 per cent since they were made exempt from GST, some companies have used the opportunity to turn a profit.
'I can no longer see the beautiful faces': Christchurch remembers massacre victims
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New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says "violence and extremism in all its forms is not welcome here", as thousands gather in Christchurch for a remembrance service honouring those killed in the city's mosque attack.
Listeria-linked caterers allowed to re-open, but director says it's 'too little, too late'
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The Victorian health department lifts a shutdown order on I Cook Foods after it was linked to the death of an elderly woman from listeriosis, but the 34-year-old company says it has been unfairly treated and may not be able to recover.
Smith and Warner are free to play cricket again for Australia, but there's a captaincy catch
With their ball-tampering suspensions now served, Steve Smith and David Warner are both eligible to play cricket again for Australia — but they will not be returning as leaders.
'Those blackly naked rear ends': Mother of four sons asks students to stop wearing leggings
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The mother says she feels ashamed for young women in leggings and wants to cover their nakedness and blindfold her four sons to "protect them" from seeing women in the "unforgiving garment".
LockerGoga wrecking havoc on cyber systems
LockerGoga wrecking havoc on cyber systems Horace C. White Modern Tokyo Times LockerGoga: Are manufacturing companies under threat? I.T.-based companies around the world are investing a sizable fraction of their revenues in building formidable cyber defense systems against viruses. For many of them, devoting a huge sum of their revenues to upgrading their firewalls and antivirus […]
Mueller Report Said to Exceed 300 Pages, So . . . What?
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On Obstruction, Mueller Abdicates
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Byron York: Release the Mueller report now
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On collusion, Mueller sent sign after sign, yet some would not see
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Trump: I Plan To Declassify and Release All FISA Documents
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Adam Schiff Furious After GOP Calls For His Immediate Resignation In “Explosive” Hearing
The post Adam Schiff Furious After GOP Calls For His Immediate Resignation In “Explosive” Hearing appeared first on The Duran.
FBI Ordered To Let Judge Review Comey ‘Obstruction’ Memos Ahead Of Possible Public Release
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A Catastrophic Media Failure: How America’s ‘Best & Biased-est’ Botched Russiagate From Birth To Death
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MSNBC Scrambles With 2020 Pivot As Post-Mueller Ratings Collapse
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Did Mueller Leave A Trap For Trump?
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Russia Urges US To Publish Full Mueller Report
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Mueller report details to be issued in ‘weeks, not months’: Justice Department
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"A Glimpse of the Future, Part II"
*"A Glimpse of the Future, Part II"* by Brian Maher "Yesterday we sketched a brief scene of possible recession by next year - in time for the 2020 presidential election. Today we complete our portrait… tack it to the wall… and lean in for a deeper look. The president will certainly pin his reelection prospects upon a pulsating economy and an electric stock market. That is, No.1 recognizes his path to victory runs through America’s wallets. Hence his public slatings of Mr. Jerome Powell and his (previous) rate hikes. A recession would almost certainly sink him next November. Histor... more »
Collapse of Russiagate Exposes the British Hand Behind Attempted Coup in USA
Webcast—Collapse of Russiagate Exposes the British Hand Behind Attempted Coup in USA Video of Webcast—Collapse of Russiagate Exposes the British Hand Behind Attempted Coup in USA As I'm sure you're now aware, special counsel Robert Mueller's so-called Russiagate report admits there was no evidence of collusion by President Trump or his campaign with Russia (leaving no legal basis for any charge of obstruction of justice). This has forced many to raise the key questions: who was behind it, and why? In his tweets last week, Trump identified the British role in launching Russiagate,... more »
America Goes Full Orwell
“I hope he wins,” Anderson added. “I’m happy for him that the system worked for him in his favor because the system isn’t always fair, especially for people of color. So I’m glad it worked out for him.” USA Today is … Continue reading →
hypocrisy is based on heartlessness
243. You should maintain a sacred store of strength, and the enemy will surely sense that in you there is a reservoir dedicated to Service. Great wisdom is needed in order to maintain true equilibrium. The Thinker used to teach,“Learn not to dissipate the strength that was entrusted to you. Safeguard, but do not become misers.” 244. Urusvati knows that hypocrisy is based on heartlessness. Indeed, the bond with the higher spheres is formed through the heart, a heart generous in all its expressions. But the violent rage of heartlessness is fierce and spreads widely. People may... more »
U.S. Senate Proposes Bill To Stop Transfer Of F-35 Jets To Turkey
A real-size mock of F-35 fighter jet is displayed at Japan International Aerospace Exhibition in Tokyo, Japan November 28, 2018. REUTERS/Tim Kelly *Reuters: **U.S. senators introduce bill to stop transfer of F-35 fighters to Turkey* WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Four U.S. senators on Thursday introduced a bipartisan bill to prohibit the transfer of F-35 fighter aircraft to Turkey until the U.S. government certifies that Ankara will not take delivery of a Russian S-400 air defense system, a statement on the move said. Turkey is a production partner in the trillion-dollar F-35 fighter jet ... more »
Skyborg: The Air Force's Robot Wingman That Could Fly Into Battle with an F-35
*David Axe* *Security, * The U.S. Air Force is firming up its plans for expendable robot wingmen that can accompany human fighter pilots into combat. The flying branch has settled on a name for the drone-wingman program. Skyborg. And it might be close to making up its mind on an airframe, too. The U.S. Air Force is firming up its plans for expendable robot wingmen that can accompany human fighter pilots into combat. The flying branch has settled on a name for the drone-wingman program. Skyborg. And it might be close to making up its mind on an airframe, too. The Air Force Resear... more »
No Secret Here: The Air Force Has Russian MiG-29s To Dogfight Against
*TNI Staff* *Security, * Yes, that's right. *“I take it out of burner and I’m just at mil power and the speed dropped down to–I was still supersonic,” Gallop said. “By the time we got done, 25 minutes supersonic, I looked at the gas and go ‘you know I could turn around fly back the way I came supersonic and still have a normal amount of gas left to land.’”* As the United States Air Force continues its struggle with fielding enough aggressor aircraft for its combat aircraft crews to train against, contractors are stepping up to the plate. *(This first appeared in late 2017.)* ... more »
How North Korea Could Start a War: Sink a U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier
*James Holmes* *Security, * And Kim does have the means. *A terrifying thought. * Could North Korea’s armed forces sink an American aircraft carrier? Yes—depending on what type of carrier they confront, how skillfully U.S. Navy commanders employ the flattop and its consorts, how well North Korean warriors know the tactical surroundings and, most crucially, whom fortune favors in combat. Fortune is a fickle ally, prone to switch sides and back again in battle. It’s doubtful an American carrier would fall prey to undersea or aerial attack—but only the foolish say *never* or *alwa... more »
Global Cooling: The Real Climate Threat
From the American Thinker: March 14, 2019 By Vijay Jayaraj Climate alarmists constantly warn us that man-made global warming is making our world less habitable and that climate doomsday is fast approaching. But a closer look at our climate reveals a surprising climate discovery that our mainstream media have conveniently ignored for decades: the role of […]
Severe Weather Due To——–Weather!
Originally posted on NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT: By Paul Homewood ? ? WOW!! A BBC video about severe weather, and no mention of climate change: ? https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/features/47725850 Off to the re-education camp for Darren Bett!
It’s about time to review the evidence for man-made global warming
Originally posted on Tallbloke's Talkshop: Scales of Justice[image credit: Wikipedia] Unless there are accepted ways of testing for attribution of climate effects (e.g. human-caused, natural variability or a measureable mixture), who can be sure they know the truth? Reliance on climate models, known to be strongly biased towards levels of warming that are not…
How to Prevent Obesity in Children
Over the past two decades the number of children with obesity has continued to rise. Children with obesity are at a significantly higher risk for chronic diseases earlier on in life. In fact, Type 2 Diabetes, once only known to as an adult onset disease, is now on the rise in overweight or obese children. […] The post How to Prevent Obesity in Children appeared first on The Drs. Wolfson.
Rush Limbaugh Discusses The False Russian Conspiracy…
Rush Limbaugh appears on Fox News Special Report to discuss the fraud behind the Special Counsel and the “manufactured Coup d’état” against President Trump.
President Trump Delivers Impromptu Remarks to Media Prior to Departing for Michigan…
Earlier today, prior to departing for Michigan, President Trump delivered impromptu remarks to the media from the South lawn of the White House. [Video and Transcript] . [Transcript] South Lawn – 4:17 P.M. EDT – THE PRESIDENT: So we’re going … Continue reading →
Why Did The Islamic State Succeed In The Beginning?
Militant Islamist fighters take part in a military parade along the streets of northern Raqqa province, June 2014. REUTERS/Stringer *Kenneth M. Pollack, RCB: **Why Was ISIS Successful?* *The following essay is adapted from 'Armies of Sand: The Past, Present, and Future of Arab Military Effectiveness' by Kenneth M. Pollack, now available from Oxford University Press.* 'Armies of Sand: The Past, Present, and Future of Arab Military Effectiveness' explains how the politics, economics, and culture of the modern Arab world has shaped the military power of the Arab states. Overwhelmingl... more »
More than 130 Tasmanian schools to close early, open late as teachers strike
More than 130 Tasmanian schools will partially close next week as teachers walk off for stop-work meetings over the state's long-running public sector pay dispute.
Fact Check: Has the Government cut nearly $2 billion from aged-care services?
Once again, the Opposition Leader's claim on aged-care funding cuts has been found to be misleading.
$616m superyacht returned to Russian tycoon amid costly divorce war
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The MV Luna, which has at least nine decks, two helipads, a mini submarine and a swimming pool, had been impounded in Dubai amid one of the world's costliest divorce battles.
We've all heard of muscle memory — but is it in your body or your mind? The experts disagree
Whether its playing Chopsticks on the piano, riding a bike or repeatedly mistyping the same few letters, chances are you've experienced muscle memory. But there's considerable disagreement about where that 'memory' is stored.
Mental health unit alarm fault creates potential patient risk, nursing federation says
Faulty duress alarms at the Royal Adelaide Hospital could leave patients and staff at risk, as new problems beleaguer a mental health unit opened by the South Australian Premier just two months ago.
It's been a tough week for the PM and Hanson isn't the half of it
One Nation's NRA meetings have left the Liberals in a bind over preferences that has put state ranks offside. Can Scott Morrison hold his party together? asks Michelle Grattan.
Labor to review Murray-Darling Basin Plan if elected
Opposition Water spokesman Tony Burke has announced Labor would change the way 450 gigalitres of water is recovered, by "restoring the socio-economic definition" for delivering water.
Are These Pieces of Metal Engineered to Fit Together “Perfectly?”
A machining company’s promotional material has gone viral.
Bump Stocks Turned In or Destroyed as Ban Takes Effect
Anyone in possession of a bump stock from now on can be charged with a federal offense punishable by up to 10 years in prison.
Does This Image Show a Traffic Jam on China’s 50-Lane Highway?
A photograph showing a "50-lane traffic jam" in China is real, but the accompanying caption is a bit misleading.
3 Dead After 15-Hour Standoff with Police at Hotel
Armed with an automatic handgun, Stephen Marshall "engaged" with a Manchester police officer and two DEA agents who had come there to serve a warrant on him and another man.
Were ‘Child Sex Dolls’ Briefly Offered via Amazon?
The online retail giant came under scrutiny in March 2019 when some disturbing products were discovered on their website.
Travelers Stranded After Icelandic Airline Collapses
"Not only was the flight canceled - the airline was canceled."
Schmear Campaign: New Yorkers Roast Bread-Sliced Bagel
A Midwestern native is getting an earful ever since he tweeted a photo of vertically sliced bagels.
Dems Mock ‘Scaredy-Cat’ GOP, Demand Mueller’s Full 300 pages
Democrats say they may subpoena the report if it's not forthcoming by a Tuesday deadline they have set.
Kraft’s Attorneys Challenge Video Taken at Massage Parlor
Even if the defense gets the video recordings thrown out, the judge might still allow police to testify about what they saw on the video and the other evidence collected.
Vireo enters New Mexico medical marijuana market
Vireo Health, a Minneapolis-based cannabis group that started trading this month on the Canadian Securities Exchange (VREO), said it is expanding into the New Mexico medical marijuana market with the acquisition of Red Barn. Red Barn operates a growing and processing facility in Gallup, New Mexico, as well as two dispensaries in the state. For more […] Vireo enters New Mexico medical marijuana market is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Maryland regulators intend to issue new medical cannabis licenses despite suit
Maryland regulators said Thursday they plan to move forward with plans to issue additional medical marijuana cultivation and processing licenses, despite a lawsuit by Curio Wellness to block their effort. The licenses are intended to increase diversity in the state’s fledgling MMJ industry. For more details from the Baltimore Business Journal’s report, click here. Maryland regulators intend to issue new medical cannabis licenses despite suit is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
On the Coup and Conspiracy at the RTR
Therefore the Messenger does confess your love before the Holy of Holies in the Presence of seraphim. May their chant ever be your own: "Holy, Holy, Holy is the LORD GOD of Hosts: the whole earth is full of His glory.” If you will give this mantra into the day and into the night direct from the heart of Justinius, captain of seraphic bands, you will be caught up in the aura and the wings and the electronic fire rings of seraphim, and by the turning of the wheels deflect all infamy against Our light and lightbearers. ... May your decrees resound from the halls of the Holy Grail ... more »
The War on Black Marriage
"Black demographics" (web site) is very pro-Obama, but has some good information. "In 2012 The U.S Census Bureau released a report that studied the history of marriage in the United States. They discovered some startling statistics when calculating marriage by race. They found that African Americans age 35 and older were more likely to be married than White Americans from 1890 until sometime around the 1960s. Not only did they swap places during the 60s but in 1980 the number of NEVER married African Americans began a staggering climb from about 10% to more than 25% by 2010 while ... more »
A Cure for the Mueller Hangover
*Robert Mueller: Into the Swamp by Nancy Ohanian* *by Skip Kaltenheuser* If you haven’t seen it, the long version of Matt Taibbi’s critique of journalism over Russia-gate, LOADED with supportive sub-links, is worth your time as an exercise in grappling with media herd instinct and the folly of putting our grand papers of record at the head of the herd. It’s also a great contemplation of the journalistic ethics and cautions that have been cut adrift, the sort the *Columbia Journalism Review* and journalism schools across the country might take note of. Matt Taibbi: It’s Official – R... more »
Moving the Needle Forward on Legal Diversity
Now entering into its fourth year, the Dillard University Center for Law and Public Interest Pre-Law program is furthering its goal to move the needle on diversity in legal education and ultimately, the legal profession.
Study Finds Wide Institutional Differences in Instructional Spending
Among America’s nearly 5,500 colleges and universities, public schools spend the most on student instruction relative to tuition fees collected, with lower amounts spent by private nonprofit institutions and the least by for-profits, according to two reports recently published by The Century Foundation.
University of Toledo Student Sues School After Employees Disclosed PTSD
Dallon Higgs, a student from the University of Toledo has filed a lawsuit against the institution and two married employees who he alleges disclosed his post-traumatic stress disorder developed in combat and falsely described him as a safety threat to others. Higgs, a former U.S. Army paratrooper, enrolled in the physician assistant program in 2017 […]
Study: Some Four-Year Institutions Provide Inaccurate, Confusing Cost Information
While bipartisan legislation is being introduced to U.S. legislatures on how to improve net price calculators (NPCs) — a tool that shows prospective students total costs of an education after scholarships and federal grants — a newly released research brief found that many four-year institutions are providing misleading or confusing cost information and some universities are not following legislation that requires NPCs to be prominently presented on their website.
How to Counter Climate Change Alarmists
Adapted from Bud Bromley CO2 does not, and cannot by the laws of physics, cause significant warming of this planet. Climate alarmists often times refer to total atmospheric concentration of CO2 at about 410 ppm. But, humans only contribute about 10% of that total 400 ppm; i.e., 40 ppm from all human sources. In other …
Finally, PROOF!
Ancient Alien theorists ask - Ancient Alien theorists ask whether this skull, found in a remote location on Arizona's Mogollon Rim, could be the remains of a visitor from outer space. Could it be the first reliable evidence of intelligent life from beyond the Solar System? Resting atop a pile of rocks at the White Wolf Mine, the decapitated remains serve as a trophy to the intrepid hunter who found the possible landing site of the spacecraft, and the grizzly skull. It's not a blurred photo of Bigfoot. It's not a smeared photo of a flying saucer taken by a drunk hippie on a rur... more »
March 28: A lesson in capialism
https://www.telesurenglish.net/analysis/10-of-the-Most-Lethal-CIA-Interventions-in-Latin-America-20160608-0031.html To understand all this, it might help to look at the British Empire in India and China. Why did the British go to all the trouble of conquering those countries? Was it to modernize them? To bring democracy? Well, no. The first reason was to steal whatever resources those countries had. India, for example, had a thriving cotton industry. It also had enormous agricultural resources. British capitalists wanted ownership of all that so they could profit from the sales. ... more »
Transferring Wealth to Tesla Owners
Why governments should not subsidize the purchase of electric cars. Montreal Economic Institute explains at the Newswire Over $220 million in subsidies… for very little impact on the environment. Excerpts in italics with my bolds Since 2012, Quebec has spent more than $220 million in subsidies to “encourage” the purchase of electric vehicles. This spending […]
Commentaries, Analysis, And Editorials -- March 28, 2019
Photo: Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen is shoring up support with Pacific allies. (Supplied: Office of the President of Taiwan) *Stephen Dziedzic, ABC News Online:** Taiwan urges Australia, US and Japan to unite to push back against China in the Pacific* Taiwan's President has urged Australia, the United States and Japan to join with her country in a "values-based partnership" to push back against growing Chinese influence in the Pacific. Six of Taipei's remaining allies lie in the Pacific, and Beijing has been intent on poaching them as it intensifies efforts to isolate Taiwan, whic... more »
Mueller Report Over 300 Pages, Stoking Democrats’ Questions Over Attorney General Barr’s 4-Page Summary
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The Left Will Never Let Go of Russiagate
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Russia and the Democrats
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Mueller report: ‘Russiagate’ hoax helped turn ordinary Russians against the US
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Three Lessons From ‘Failed’ Mueller Inquiry
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Why There’ll Be No US-Russia Reset Post-Mueller
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With Mueller Done, Now is the Time for Better Relations With Russia
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Now It’s Official: God, Not the Russians, Elected Trump
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Sterling Hits Session Low As Theresa May Queues Up Third Vote On Brexit Plan
The post Sterling Hits Session Low As Theresa May Queues Up Third Vote On Brexit Plan appeared first on The Duran.
“We Are Not Investigators”: CNN’s Jeff Zucker Unapologetic For Perpetual Russia-Hoax Coverage
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The EU Bows to ‘Systemic Rival’ China
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Mueller Magic Implodes; President Trump Wants to Put Women on Mars
Muller Magic Implodes; President Trump Wants to Put Women on Mars Video of Muller Magic Implodes; President Trump Wants to Put Women on Mars Now that Mueller's report has been turned in to the Attorney General, much fun has been had this week reviewing the corporate media's three year engagement in the lunacy known as Russiagate. Saint Robert Mueller, it turns out, was just a little vindictive man, incapable of producing gold from straw, yet perfectly capable of massive destruction of human lives and that which makes our nation unique, the U.S. Constitution. Now we are at a turnin... more »
Musical Interlude: Neil H., “Candlelight Dreams”
Neil H., “Candlelight Dreams” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ysoh_adCr8
"A Look to the Heavens"
"A gorgeous spiral galaxy some 100 million light-years distant, NGC 1309 lies on the banks of the constellation of the River (Eridanus). NGC 1309 spans about 30,000 light-years, making it about one third the size of our larger Milky Way galaxy. Bluish clusters of young stars and dust lanes are seen to trace out NGC 1309's spiral arms as they wind around an older yellowish star population at its core. *Click image for larger size.* Not just another pretty face-on spiral galaxy, observations of NGC 1309's recent supernova and Cepheid variable stars contribute to the calibration of the... more »
Chet Raymo, "Lessons"
"Lessons" by Chet Raymo "There is a four-line poem by Yeats, called "Gratitude to the Unknown Instructors": "What they undertook to do They brought to pass; All things hang like a drop of dew Upon a blade of grass." Like so many of the short poems of Yeats, it is hard to know what the poet had in mind, who exactly were the unknown instructors, and if unknown how could they instruct. But as I opened my volume of The Poems this morning, at random, as in the old days people opened the Bible and pointed a finger at a random passage seeking advice or instruction, this is the poem that p... more »
"For The Most Part..."
"Human beings never think for themselves, they find it too uncomfortable. For the most part, members of our species simply repeat what they are told- and become upset if they are exposed to any different view. The characteristic human trait is not awareness but conformity, and the characteristic result is religious warfare. Other animals fight for territory or food; but, uniquely in the animal kingdom, human beings fight for their 'beliefs.' The reason is that beliefs guide behavior, which has evolutionary importance among human beings. But at a time when our behavior may well lead ... more »
Here’s Why Devin Nunes Could Submit a Criminal Referral for CIA Director John Brennan…
Former CIA Director John Brennan lies at the heart of the intelligence community decision to weaponize against Donald Trump. In this outline I will make the case for a possible criminal referral by Devin Nunes. The FBI’s formal origination of … Continue reading →
STEM CELLS: AN AMAZING NATURAL THERAPY & A LOT CHEAPER THAN YOU MIGHT THINK
Cord Blood stem cells offer much promise for those suffering from many debilitating diseases and ailments. It is a method of using our own natural healing properties to improve your health and quality of life.... The post STEM CELLS: AN AMAZING NATURAL THERAPY & A LOT CHEAPER THAN YOU MIGHT THINK appeared first on Healing Oracle.
"Economic Market Snapshot 3/28/19"
• Gregory Mannarino, “Post Market Wrap 3/28/19” https://www.traderschoice.net/ • MarketWatch Market Summary - https://www.marketwatch.com/tools/marketsummary • CNN Market Data: - http://money.cnn.com/data/markets/ CNN Fear And Greed Index: - http://money.cnn.com/data/fear-and-greed/
Interview With Journalist Ben Norton: Media Myths Versus Reality In Venezuela
Journalist Ben Norton, who helps run The Grayzone, was in Venezuela for nearly 4 weeks from early February to early March. He talks with us about what he saw on the ground and how what he witnessed compares to what is reported in Western establishment news media. Ben describes some The post Interview With Journalist Ben Norton: Media Myths Versus Reality In Venezuela appeared first on Shadowproof.
Adios
Many years ago I was a somewhat inactive member of a small, ultra-left group. In the flesh they were nice, supportive and very comradely. And thanks to their then relatively well-known publication, had built up a sizeable readership covering disputes inside other far left organisations. They also had a logical and consistent project: the refoundation of the Communist Party of Great Britain, and the route to success was principled unity between the main fragments of the revolutionary left. Their vision of the CPGB was a democratic centralist party along the lines of what the Bolshev... more »
World News Briefs -- March 28, 2019 (Evening Edition)
Isla Oil Refinery PDVSA terminal is seen in Willemstad on the island of Curacao, February 22, 2019. REUTERS/Henry Romero/File Photo *Reuters:* *Exclusive: U.S. orders foreign firms to further cut down on oil trades with Venezuela* LONDON (Reuters) - The United States has instructed oil trading houses and refiners around the world to further cut dealings with Venezuela or face sanctions themselves, even if the trades are not prohibited by published U.S. sanctions, three sources familiar with the matter said. The move comes as Washington’s efforts to oust President Nicolas Maduro in... more »
Genetically Engineered Salmon Coming to a Store Near You
The FDA has removed the last roadblock to genetically engineered (GE) salmon hitting supermarket shelves. The GE salmon will have to follow the labeling guidelines spelled out in the GMO labeling law passed by Congress in 2016—meaning that the only indication consumers will have that the salmon is genetically engineered may be a scannable QR code. As most consumers don’t use these codes, many may have no clue that they’re buying GE salmon. We must support legislation that calls for stronger labeling requirements for GE salmon.
Negative Impact of USMCA on U.S. Cattle Industry Predicted
[image: negative-impact-of-usmca-on-u-s-cattle-industry-predicted] When it comes to the beef industry — and the pork industry — USMCA is just NAFTA re-branded, and NAFTA was disastrous to the U.S. cattle industry.
Police Raid Home, Take Children From Parents Who Failed to Obey Doctor’s Orders
[image: police-raid-home-take-children-from-parents-who-failed-to-obey-doctor-s-orders] Parents in Chandler, Arizona, have lost custody of their children, at least temporarily, for failing to adhere to doctor’s orders, in a story that is sure to terrify parents and all those who support parental rights.
Fire the Guns: These Battleships Were the Most Dangerous to Ever Set Sail
*Bradley Perrett* *Security, * Here’s a list of the five greatest metal battleships, defined as having the most influential designs. *Editor's Note: Take a look at some of our other defense lists such as: Five Best Bombers of All Time, Top Five Fighter Aircraft of All Time, Five Worst Fighter Aircraft of All Time and the Five Best Submarines of All Time.* In December of 2014, *The National Interest* listed the world’s five greatest battleships, defined as the most iconic. Definitions matter. Less adventurous but more easily defended, here’s a list of the five greatest metal bat... more »
Ukrainians Go to The Polls This Sunday -- News Updates March 28, 2019
*Reuters*: *Comedian Zelenskiy maintains strong lead in Ukraine presidential poll* KIEV (Reuters) - Comic actor Volodymyr Zelenskiy, a political novice who plays a fictional president in a popular TV series, has maintained a strong lead in Ukraine’s presidential election race, according to an opinion poll published on Thursday. But support for the 41-year-old remains far below the level needed to secure outright victory in the March 31 ballot, and most voters still do not expect him to become president, the KIIS survey showed. The poll by KIIS research body, the final survey for... more »
A modest proposal to deal with the illegal alien invasion
It seems the USA is on track to be invaded by one and a half million illegal aliens in 2019. What's more, it's reported that 92% of illegal aliens fail to appear at their deportation hearings when the time comes. How does one deal with such massive, wilful lawlessness? I think there may be a way. I agree that we need far stronger border control measures, including a wall and other security features; but I think we could make much better use of funds to deal with the illegal aliens already here. *Why not make it irresistibly profitable for others to turn them in?* It would wor... more »
Six-six-six proves the devil's number for McGovern as new rule stifles play
With Richmond's Alex Rance out for the season, West Coast's Jeremy McGovern is arguably the best defender in the game. But just how he will navigate the AFL's new rule changes remains to be seen.
Wall St rises on US-China trade optimism despite economic slowdown
US markets swing between gains and losses, as optimism about the latest US-China trade talks were somewhat offset by concerns about America's slowing economy.
Rats, cables and NBN: One journo's tale of 48 days without internet
This is the story of an exhaustive battle to remain connected to the internet via ageing infrastructure, two rat attacks along the way and the bumpy transition to the NBN, writes Malcolm Sutton.
Calls to relax Canberra's drug-driving laws as the ACT looks to legalise cannabis
A person who has smoked cannabis days earlier can currently be disqualified from driving for three years in the ACT, but Canberra's Law Society says that should change if cannabis is legalised.
Ethiopian Airlines crash victim's family takes Boeing to court
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The family of a passenger who died in the Ethiopian Airlines crash has filed a lawsuit against Boeing, raising the chances that other victims' families will be able to sue in US courts, where payouts are much larger than in other countries.
Foster care provider says it can't afford to sign up to redress scheme, faces funding cut
A foster care provider slams a Tasmanian Government decision to cut funding to organisations that have a liability for child sexual abuse but fail to opt in to the National Redress Scheme.
The $850,000 drug that will change Australian children's lives
Children across Australia with Batten disease now have access to a groundbreaking drug that slows the progression of the rare and fatal illness, after it was given funding through the Federal Government's Life-Saving Drugs Program.
The northern cattle game is facing a lot more challenges than just the weather
ABC Rural asks a group of industry leaders at this year's NT Cattlemen's Association conference to share their views on challenges and opportunities in 2019.
'On the brink': Push to save critically endangered regent honeyeater
It is one of Australia's rarest birds, but conservationists say Hunter Valley habitat crucial to the breeding and survival of the regent honeyeater is currently zoned for industrial development and urgently needs protecting.
ABC News quiz: Ahoy there! You're in for some rough sailing across this week's headlines
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One Nation weren't the only ones who had to navigate through stormy seas this week. Let's see if you can ride the waves or if you'll abandon ship.
NSW Now: $1 million reward for cold case, Alan Jones breaches 'decency' rules
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*MORNING BRIEFING: *A fresh reward for information will be announced today to help solve the suspected murder of Janine Vaughan, while the media authority finds radio presenter Alan Jones caused offence by using a "racially charged" phrase last year.
Parenthood turns financial analyst into award-winning painter
While some parents struggle to find a moment for a cup of tea when they are at home with young children, Anh Nguyen is painting prolific and award-winning art during her children's nap time.
Communities concerned about what they will do when a suicide-prevention trial is over
High-risk communities raise concerns about what will happen when the multi-million-dollar, four-year National Suicide Prevention Trial is over.
Hoarder loses bid to keep Housing Trust home after failing to clean it up
Piles of broken furniture, an old mattress, bags of clothes and rubbish completely filled an Adelaide Hills home as the resident of 18 years lost her final bid in the Supreme Court to stay in the Housing Trust property.
Crews pull out of Gell River fire, but hotspots could smoulder until spring
It has been almost 100 days since the Gell River fire started in Tasmania's remote south-west, burning through more than 35,000 hectares of wilderness — and the job isn't over yet
'Now is the time to go': Brisbane Lord Mayor Graham Quirk to quit
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Brisbane's Lord Mayor and veteran councillor Graham Quirk announces he is quitting the top job next week, eight years to the day he since he succeeded Campbell Newman.
Adelaide Oval box office staff told 'not to sell tickets to any more Aboriginal people' at NAIDOC week game
A whistleblower says she was told to discriminate against Aboriginal people at last year's NAIDOC week game between Adelaide and Geelong.
Capita assessor lied about woman’s thoughts of suicide, recording shows
A disabled woman who repeatedly spoke about her thoughts of suicide during an assessment had her disability benefits removed after the assessor lied to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) about what she had heard, a recording shows. The woman, Diane*, who has been under the care of a psychiatrist for more than two [...]
Jack Carroll: ‘I was treated with derision and suspicion in my PIP assessment’
Disabled stand-up comic and actor Jack Carroll has blamed the government for creating a “hostile environment” that led to him being treated with “derision and suspicion” during a routine disability benefit assessment. Carroll, whose new film Eaten by Lions is released tomorrow (Friday), said he was shocked by the “semi-dehumanising” tone used by the assessor [...]
President Trump MAGA Rally, Grand Rapids, Michigan – 7:00pm EST Livestream…
Tonight President Donald J. Trump is holding a MAGA rally at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The anticipated start time for President Trump is 7:00pm with pre-rally events earlier. RSBN Livestream Link – GST Livestream Link – … Continue reading →
EU Parliament Passes Resolution Calling For Reparations For Crimes Against Africa During European Colonialism
The text was approved by 535 MEPs in a vote at the European parliament on Tuesday. Photograph: Vincent Kessler/Reuters *Daily Mail:* *European parliament passes watershed resolution calling for reparations for crimes against Africa during European colonialism* * Resolution was approved by 535 MEPs, with 80 votes against and 44 abstentions * It calls on EU members to declassify colonial archives and issue public apologies * Urges countries to adopt reforms to end discrimination against Afro-Europeans The European parliament has overwhelmingly backed a watershed resolution calling ... more »
How the Media Got it Wrong on Trump and Russia
*Hunter DeRensis* *Domestic Politics, United States* After two years, will the mainstream print and cable news have a reckoning about their practices and motives, or bury their head in the sands of disproven conspiracies? Over the weekend, the biggest bubble in years popped—not in the stock market, but in the media. The dominant narrative of the traditional media organs and major television networks, that President Donald Trump and his campaign colluded with the Russian government to subvert the 2016 election, was laid to rest after two years of hype, speculation, and ominous in... more »
335 Million Dead: If America Launched A Massive Nuclear War on Russia and China
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, * Overall, an all-out U.S. attack on the Soviet Union, China and satellite countries in 1962 would have killed 335 million people within the first seventy-two hours. *"Overall, an all-out U.S. attack on the Soviet Union, China and satellite countries in 1962 would have killed 335 million people within the first seventy-two hours."* It is no exaggeration to say that for those who grew up during the Cold War, all-out nuclear war was “the ultimate nightmare.” The prospect of an ordinary day interrupted by air-raid sirens, klaxons and the searing heat of ... more »
The Turkish Local Elections Offer a Glimpse of the Future
*Kemal Kirisci* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] What happens in Istanbul will serve as a microcosm for Turkey as whole. *With another election looming in Turkey, what sort of outcome awaits the country?* This Sunday potentially fifty-seven million citizens of Turkey will go to the ballot box to elect mayors, mukhtars and members of local assemblies. The election comes after two presidential and three parliamentary elections, as well as a referendum. In the previous local elections in March 2014, the governing political party, the Justice and Development Party (AKP), w... more »
The Mojahedin e-Khalq Aren't America's Friends
*Michael Rubin* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] And even Iranians who hate their current regime don't want the MEK. The Trump administration is not afraid to defy long-held conventional wisdom on U.S. foreign policy. With regard to the Middle East, such disruption can be a good thing: Across administrations and for decades, U.S. policy has achieved only lackluster results. For example, Israeli-Palestinian peace has receded even as successive administrations poured billions of dollars into a Middle East peace process. Nor has traditional diplomacy contained the growth an... more »
They Lost, Badly: These Are the 5 Worst U.S. Generals Ever
*Michael Peck* *Security, * Let the debate begin. *The early days of the 2003 Iraq War were bound to be a graveyard for military and political reputations, given the misperceptions and misjudgments behind America's ill-fated adventure in regime change and nation-building. But Franks, who commanded the invasion, made a bad situation worse.* It would be nice if all American generals were great. How might Vietnam or Iraq have turned out if a George Washington, a Ulysses Grant or a George Patton had been in command? *(This first appeared several years ago.) * Alas, call it the la... more »
China's Twenty-First Century Difficulties
*Leland Lazarus, John Brunetti* *Security, Asia* [image: Reuters] Outstanding disputes in the East and South China seas keep neighboring countries wary of Chinese leadership and make it difficult for Beijing to successfully implement its maritime buy-in strategy. Tensions continue to simmer between China and its neighbors over the South China Sea. Just days ago, Vietnam accused a Chinese vessel for ramming a Vietnamese fishing boat. U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton said the United States will continue freedom of navigation operations to prevent Beijing from turning the ... more »
Wow: The Navy SEALs Could Soon Be Getting Their Own Submarines
*Task and Purpose* *Security, * It usually takes the Navy around five months to build even the smallest submarines to ferry Navy SEALs into and out of combat zones — but thanks to new technology, the Navy’s most elite warfighters could slap together a submersible hull in just a few weeks. *With U.S. special operations forces leading the charge in the Global War on Terror, assets like the OTMD could greatly increase their operational flexibility — and effectiveness.* It usually takes the Navy around five months to build even the smallest submarines to ferry Navy SEALs into and ou... more »
The Islamic State Was a Sham
*Daniel R. DePetris* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] The Islamic State may be beaten back, but it is not gone, and it's lurking in the corner ready to capitalize on mistakes. As a conventional army, the Islamic State is a spent force. The group that once lorded over eight million people across a section of Iraq and Syria about the side of the United Kingdom is now a collection of exhausted, dirty, smelly, and tired jihadists encased in a square mile of dusty tents and wailing children. Some are repentant, vowing to fight the approaching Kurdish and Arab forces until thei... more »
Iran's Nuclear Archives Must Not Be Ignored
*Emily B. Landau, Ephraim Asculai* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] Tehran's nuclear ambitions, which are documented in archives, can only be delayed thorough insistent inspection activity by the international community. In her March 5, 2019, statement to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Board of Governors on the subject of monitoring and inspection in Iran, U.S. Ambassador Jackie Wolcott stated that “[t]he United States welcomes the Director General’s February 22 report on verification and monitoring in Iran. We once again extend our appreciation to the Dire... more »
The U.S. Army Is Gettling Lots of New Guns (Think Sniper Rifles and Much More)
*WarIsBoring* *Security, * The U.S. Army is currently evaluating a new small arms systems that could give their warfighters a serious edge, including squad weapon and sniper rifle. The U.S. Army is currently evaluating a new small arms systems that could give their warfighters a serious edge, including squad weapon and sniper rifle. The Army is rolling along on multiple fronts in the small arms department, ranging from area weapons to those with a little more precision- to put it lightly. At Fort Carson, Colorado, eight snipers of the 4th Infantry Division’s 2nd Brigade are te... more »
Did U.S. Intelligence Fail In Estimating The Number Of ISIS Fighters During Their Final Stand In The Eastern Syrian Town Of Baghouz?
Men are detained by the Syrian Democratic Forces after coming out from last Islamic State pocket, near the village of Baghouz, Deir Al Zor province, March 1. REUTERS/Rodi Said *Military Times:* *Low aim or intel failure? ISIS’ last stand shows the difficulty in estimating enemy manpower* It has been difficult to find a credible number for the Islamic State group’s total troop strength ever since it emerged, and speculation has ranged widely. The CIA estimated in September 2014 that ISIS could muster up to 31,500 fighters across Iraq and Syria. Either that estimate was really low ... more »
you have a high and holy office to preserve the white stone that each of you is
1) *Thus* the time has come to announce to the Keepers of the Flame Fraternity that you have a high and holy office to preserve the white stone that each of you is, that builds the true Pyramid and the City Foursquare stone upon stone. Each of you is designed to be a perfect stone in the building of the temple of the New Jerusalem. And thus the pattern and the mark of the Christ is the chief cornerstone, the chief atom in each stone which you are. And thus the foundation of a golden age is built upon hearts united and dedicated to the keeping of the flame of life. (by Joh... more »
EU parliament approves ban on single use plastics
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Self-sustaining, bioengineered blood vessels could replace damaged vessels in patients
https://m.medicalxpress.com/news/2019-03-self-sustaining-bioengineered-blood-vessels-patients.html
Dogs can smell epileptic seizures
BBC News – Dogs can smell epileptic seizures https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-47734293
#Coconuts for children: Positive and negative effects of coconut water, milk and oil.
https://www.parentcircle.com/article/are-coconuts-safe-for-your-child/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=coconutsafe
Huge Research Report Says The More Coffee You Drink, The Longer You Live
https://realfarmacy.com/huge-research-report-says-the-more-coffee-you-drink-the-longer-you-live/
Woman with two wombs gives birth twice, nearly a month apart.
https://edition-m.cnn.com/2019/03/28/health/woman-delivers-twins-26-days-after-first-delivery-intl/index.html?utm_source=fbCNN&utm_content=2019-03-28T17%3A04%3A27&utm_medium=social&utm_term=link&fbclid=IwAR1idKHrkC7b5U4ETehFi-hF6H-PcWlANdWm84lxI0iHfHYVZ43QeHGWkKA
Why Cockroach Milk Has People Obsessed
https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/why-cockroach-milk-people-obsessed-181400653.html
Rare Blood Diseases: Connecting The Rare Bleeding Disorder Community.
https://hemaware.org/bleeding-disorders-z/power-connection-people-rare-bleeding-disorders
Take a #nap to sharpen your #brain, suggests new science.
https://bigthink.com/mind-brain/how-napping-helps-your-brain?utm_medium=Social&facebook=1&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1553698074
Nutrition Therapy for #Diabetes
http://www.anupamghose.com/nutrition-therapy-for-diabetes/
Free Download: Aldous Huxley, "The Doors Of Perception"
"The man who comes back through the Door in the Wall will never be quite the same as the man who went out. He will be wiser but less sure, happier but less self-satisfied, humbler in acknowledging his ignorance yet better equipped to understand the relationship of words to things, of systematic reasoning to the unfathomable mystery which it tries, forever vainly, to comprehend.” – Aldous Huxley, "The Doors Of Perception" ○ “Perception is a clash of mind and eye, the eye believing what it sees, the mind seeing what it believes.” - Robert Brault "To become fully human, man, proud man... more »
Severe Weather Due To——–Weather!
By Paul Homewood WOW!! A BBC video about severe weather, and no mention of climate change: https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/features/47725850 Off to the re-education camp for Darren Bett!
"Exactly Why..."
*Scully:* "Mulder, it is such a gorgeous day outside. Have you ever entertained the idea of trying to find life on this planet?" *Mulder:* "I have seen the life on this planet, Scully, and that is exactly why I am looking elsewhere." - "The X-Files"
China-Sri Lanka FTA talks to resume soon
bilaterals.org - 7 hours ago
28-Mar-2019 Sri Lanka has planned to hold ministerial-level Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks with China on April 2019.
US Odyssey Marine will sue Mexico; accuses blockade to submarine mining
bilaterals.org - 7 hours ago
28-Mar-2019 The US company notified its intention to claim compensation of 3,540 million dollars from the Mexican government.
U.K.'s Technical Spies At GCHQ Find Numerous Flaws In Huawei's Equipment
Huawei's newest phone has a foldable screen which wraps around the outside of the product, allowing users to view the screen when closed *Daily Mail*: *Britain's spies warn of 'new significant technical issues' in Huawei technology which could put UK telecoms networks at risk* * In their latest report UK's technical spies at GCHQ said the Chinese telecom giant had made 'no material progress' to address issues raised a year ago * Instead, 'further significant issues' have arisen which create 'new risks' * Several Western Intelligence agencies have curtailed Huawei's access to infrast... more »
Walgreens joins CVS in sales of CBD topical products
The Walgreens pharmacy chain will sell CBD-infused creams, sprays and transdermal patches in 1,500 stores across nine states, but the company declined to identify the brands it plans to carry, CNBC reported. The move comes hot on the heels of an announcement last week that rival pharmacy chain CVS had kicked off sales in eight […] Walgreens joins CVS in sales of CBD topical products is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Trump Doesn’t Collude to Destroy America, but CNN and Other Media Do
[image: trump-doesn-t-collude-to-destroy-america-but-cnn-and-other-media-do] For years a certain journalist has wryly remarked “that the Democrats have the world’s most effective public-relations team: the U.S. media.” This has now been proven yet again.
An Inconvenient Glacier: Study Shows Greenland Glacier Growing
[image: an-inconvenient-glacier-study-shows-greenland-glacier-growing] A new scientific study has concluded that the Jakobshavn Glacier in Greenland is growing again after two decades of retreat. But, of course, according to climate alarmists, that’s bad news.
Avenatti Collared for Extortion, Embezzlement, Bank and Wire Fraud
[image: avenatti-collared-for-extortion-embezzlement-bank-and-wire-fraud] Peripatetic porn lawyer, erstwhile presidential candidate, and bloviating loudmouth Michael Avenatti was arrested twice on the same day on charges of extortion, embezzlement, and bank and wire fraud.
Repatriation of Overseas Profits Surged in 2018, Bodes Well for Strong 2019
[image: repatriation-of-overseas-profits-surged-in-2018-bodes-well-for-strong-2019] Once again, economic forecasters are embarrassed. The economy is not enjoying a temporary “sugar high” from Trump’s tax reform, but is just beginning to feel its impact.
Private Militia Serves as Eyes and Ears of Border Patrol Near El Paso
[image: private-militia-serves-as-eyes-and-ears-of-border-patrol-near-el-paso] A militia composed of armed ex-servicemen has set up camp near the New Mexico-Mexico border and will alert Border Patrol agents when they see illegal border crossers.
Paasche Says Progress
When economists debate economic stagnation, I routinely recall my undergraduate macroeconomics textbook, Dornbusch and Fischer’s Macroeconomics (5th edition). In Appendix 2-1, these famed economists introduce readers to two main contrasting price indices: the Laspeyres, or base-weighted, and the Paasche, or current-weighted: While this may seem technical, much is at stake. Suppose a stagnationist belittles the […] The post Paasche Says Progress appeared first on Econlib.
Get a Second Opinion Before Climate Surgery
Originally posted on Science Matters: ? https://img.clipartimage.com/sick-of-the-earth-cartoon-fever-earth-greenhouse-effect-png-image-and-clipart-sick-earth-clipart-650_509.png Myron Ebell writes March 28, 2019 in the Sacramento Bee PRO: Climate Science Needs a Critical Review by Skeptical Experts Excerpts in italics with my bolds. Is global warming a looming catastrophe? President Donald Trump has often said he doesn’t think so even while his administration continues to…
What’s the worst case? Emissions/concentration scenarios
Originally posted on Climate Etc.: by Judith Curry Is the RCP8.5 scenario plausible? This post is Part II in the possibility series (for an explanation of the possibilistic approach, see previous post link). This paper also follows up on a recent series of posts about RCP8.5 [link]. 3. Scenarios of emissions/concentration Most worst-case climate outcomes…
Did a Zeppelin Fly over Giza in the 1930s?
While airships may now invoke visions of fiery disasters, dirigibles once circumnavigated the globe.
Is this Phallic-Looking Object a Real Plant?
A viral image shows a Nepenthes plant in the early stages of developing its characteristic pit trap. This stage of growth has been described by some as “penile.”
Hypur launches $500 million marijuana and hemp investment fund
Arizona-based Hypur Ventures announced it’s rolling out a half-billion-dollar cannabis investment fund intended to inject even more capital into both the marijuana and hemp sectors. Dubbed Hypur Ventures II, the fund will focus partially on mergers, acquisitions and rollup opportunities but also on “seasoned operators” with still-maturing private companies. Individual investments will range from $1 […] Hypur launches $500 million marijuana and hemp investment fund is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
CannTrust plans massive outdoor cannabis grow in Canada, explores US move
Ontario-based cannabis firm CannTrust plans to establish a large outdoor grow operation in Canada to provide low-cost production inputs for extraction-based products. CannTrust “believes it will be a leader in outdoor growing capability, which will leverage its proprietary genetics and has the potential to accelerate the company’s low-cost production advantage,” the firm wrote in a […] CannTrust plans massive outdoor cannabis grow in Canada, explores US move is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Detroit medical marijuana dispensary sues over licensing deadline
An unlicensed medical cannabis dispensary in Detroit has sued the state, just days before regulators are poised to shutter shops that have not obtained appropriate permits. Green Genie filed suit to allow unlicensed dispensaries to stay open past a March 31 deadline, MLive.com reported. Roughly 50 dispensaries are facing cease-and-desist orders after that deadline. For […] Detroit medical marijuana dispensary sues over licensing deadline is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
The World’s Greatest Agricultural Disaster
“Record floods devastated a wide swath of the Farm Belt across Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota and several other states,” says this article on coldclimatechange.com. “Early estimates of lost crops and livestock are approaching $3 billion, and that figure is expected to rise as flooding is now predicted to last well into May. The flooding on fields ... Read moreThe World’s Greatest Agricultural Disaster The post The World’s Greatest Agricultural Disaster appeared first on Ice Age Now.
CAPITAL LETTERS AND EXCLAMATION MARKS!!!!
ITMA I've resisted this for so long...so please forgive me...but I just can't contain my inner Katty Kay any longer. So: *OMG...* Here's a new headline from the *Spectator *today: Who wrote this piece? I kid ye not, it's the BBC Paul Wood, the BBC reporter most intimately associated with promoting the Trump-Russia conspiracy theories on the BBC! "Why didn't we see this coming?" he ends his piece by asking! To repeat myself: *OMG...* To quote a much-mocked-but-ever-more-pertinent phrase, you couldn't make it up! "But is a mea culpa required? Perhaps. Perhaps not", Paul writes!... more »
“RussiaHoax Is Ended - But Now the US Is Ungovernable, Unfit to Navigate Looming Economic Crisis”
*“RussiaHoax Is Ended - But Now the US Is Ungovernable, * *Unfit to Navigate Looming Economic Crisis”* by James Howard Kunstler "You had to wonder why it took Nancy Pelosi so long to figure out that maybe impeachment was not the big rock-candy mountain that, for “the resistance,” marked the gateway to a Trump-free nirvana. It became obvious, through the release of the Bruce Ohr and Lisa Page transcripts, that RussiaGate was birthed entirely by persons in the employ of Hillary Clintion, with then CIA Director John Brennan as midwife, and the DOJ / FBI avidly assisting - all of them f... more »
Netanyahu Attacks Ilhan Omar, Democratic Leaders Join Republicans In Approval
You probably already know that Republicans have launched a new super-PAC, ostensibly to oppose Ilhan Omar's reelection, the Defeat I.O. PAC. But the superPAC is probably more a vehicle to enrich the people running it than to defeat Ilhan. Don't get me wrong; I'm sure they mean her nothing but ill. Her district though, MN-05, is primarily within the city of Minneapolis (D+59) with tiny slivers of Anoka (D+27) and Ramsey (D+44) counties. It's not exactly a Republican-friendly environment. In 2016 Ilhan beat Republican Jennifer Zielinski 267,703 (78.2%) to 74,440 (21.8%). Both times ... more »
Expect more support in Budget but rate relief is for the states, says Ag Minister
Agriculture Minister David Littleproud says farmers can expect a boost to the Farm Household Allowance in next week's Federal Budget, but it will be up to the states to provide rate relief.
The Disturbing Increase in Colorectal Cancer in Young Adults
By Lyn Redwood, RN, MSN, President of Children’s Health Defense This article is dedicated to Breanne and Aston in hopes that efforts to identify what is driving this new epidemic of colorectal cancer in our children will lead not only to more effective treatments, but ultimately prevent this devastating disease. I’m well aware of colorectal […] The post The Disturbing Increase in Colorectal Cancer in Young Adults appeared first on Children's Health Defense.
Want to Know What’s Next in Russian Election Interference? Pay Attention to Ukraine’s Elections
Local elections in Kyiv, 2015 (Source: Flickr/Sandro Weltin/Council of Europe) *Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on* Order from Chaos. No one knows who will come out on top among the 39 candidates running for president in this Sunday’s election in Ukraine, but one thing is nearly certain: The winner won’t be a pro-Russian candidate. As Ukraine marks five years since its democratic revolution, Russia’s war against Ukraine has solidified the country’s path toward Euro-Atlantic integration. Despite differences on domestic policies, the top contenders all support Ukrai... more »
Queensland Health 'risking patient safety' with IT rollout, AMAQ warns
The Queensland branch of the Australian Medical Association condemns the rollout of electronic health records in the state's hospitals, saying critical patient care is being compromised.
Does 'I don't want' mean no? The call to reform Queensland consent laws
Queensland juries are struggling to deal with complicated and confusing consent laws in rape cases and vulnerable women are suffering, prompting calls for law reform.
Taiwan urges Australia, US and Japan to unite to push back against China in the Pacific
Six of Taipei's remaining allies lie in the Pacific, and Beijing has been intent on poaching them as it intensifies efforts to isolate Taiwan, which it sees as a mutinous province.
'Our only crime is to be born Chinese': Why new foreign influence laws are sparking anger
Some Australians of Chinese heritage say they feel their "loyalty" is being doubted under new foreign influence laws, which quietly came into effect this month.
'I could lose my house': Does Darwin's resources boom and bust offer a lesson for the nation?
A gas plant construction boom has turned to the worst economic bust in a generation for NT residents. Does the Territory offer a warning of what might occur as the east coast's construction boom turns sour?
Sweet and sour cane toad — MONA cookbook goes to extremes in name of sustainability
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Would you eat possum while sipping a bloody Mary that has a wild boar's eye floating in it? A new cookbook suggests doing just that — all in the name of art and the environment.
The search for Tasmania's next great wild walk
A new 10-day walk in Tasmania's Tarkine wilderness including areas of prehistoric forest ending on the state's wild west coast is being spruiked in a business plan to make it as "the next great walk".
The ball-tampering ban is up, but how do Smith and Warner slot into Australia's line-up?
Steve Smith's words of contrition during his 12-month ban have been reassuring, and David Warner's silence has been disciplined, but suddenly the two star batsmen may find their path back into the national men's line-up for the World Cup isn't so straight forward, writes Richard Hinds.
Tax policy changes you need to know ahead of the federal election
ABC News examines the main tax changes for individuals that the major political parties are proposing, what they mean for you and the estimated impact on the budget bottom line.
'Avoiding germs': Pope Francis clears up 'ring-kissing' incident
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Pope Francis has explained why he repeatedly pulled his hand away when throngs of people lined up to kiss his ring this week — he did not want to spread "contagion".
Justice Frankfurter’s Misplaced Legitimacy Concerns in the Reapportionment Cases
A major concern expressed during the partisan gerrymandering litigation before the Supreme Court over the past two terms has been that the Court’s public legitimacy may suffer if it holds that federal courts may adjudicate the merits of political gerrymandering claims. For example, at oral argument earlier this week, former U.S. Solicitor General Paul Clement, who was arguing against the justiciability of such claims, ominously warned the Justices that “once you get into the political thicket, you will not get out and you will tarnish the image of this Court for the other cases where... more »
Tory council set to force disabled people into residential care to cut costs
Disabled people are to be forced into residential homes against their will by a Conservative council’s new cost-cutting adult social care policy, campaigners have warned. Barnet council wants to save more than £400,000 in 2019-20 by creating more “cost effective support plans”, such as using residential care rather than funding support packages that allow disabled [...]
Jodey Whiting petition: Lib Dems back petition, but doubts over Labour
A petition calling for an inquiry into deaths linked to the actions of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has secured the support of more than 20,000 people in less than two weeks. By this morning (Thursday), more than 22,000 people had signed the Justice for Jodey Whiting petition, more than a fifth of [...]
Tomlinson silent after ‘lying’ to MPs about benefits freeze
A minister has failed to apologise after he was caught misleading an influential committee of MPs about the impact of his government’s cuts on disabled people. Justin Tomlinson, a former minister for disabled people, was being questioned by the Commons work and pensions committee (pictured) about the impact of his government’s benefits freeze, which is [...]
Disabled peer criticises Lib Dem leader over support for ‘discriminatory threat’
A disabled peer has criticised Liberal Democrat leader Sir Vince Cable for backing the “discriminatory” campaign to legalise assisted suicide. Cable had spoken out after the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) decided to move to a position of “neutrality” on the issue, even though half of its fellows and members still oppose legalisation. RCP’s policy-making [...]
‘Angel’ investor seeks entrepreneurs to transform life for disabled people
Disabled entrepreneurs with technology-based business ideas that could transform life for other disabled people have a chance to secure up to £100,000 of funding through an “angel” investment programme. Entrepreneur and investor Rohan Silva, a former senior policy adviser to Conservative prime minister David Cameron, is one of 12 successful entrepreneurs who have each been [...]
User-led advice centre set to close its doors after NHS funding blow
A disabled people’s organisation is set to have to close the doors of its advice centre, which has provided vital support with benefit claims to thousands of disabled people, after nearly all its funding was suddenly withdrawn by a local NHS body. Possability People has been running the advice centre for 30 years, but it [...]
CO2 at the Yale Bowl
By Collister Johnson, Jr. CO2 (the gas you just exhaled) might not be such a bad fella after all. The post CO2 at the Yale Bowl appeared first on CFACT.
Senator-Doctor Richard Pan Wants California to be First State to Refuse Medical Exemptions by Doctors for Vaccines
In 2015, despite widespread opposition from the public which included testimonies from doctors and attorneys opposing SB 277 to remove the religious exemptions to vaccines, California became the first State in the U.S. to remove religious and philosophical exemptions by parents to childhood vaccines. Every other state legislature that tried to do the same, both then and through the present time, failed. The majority of the American public is clearly OPPOSED to mandatory vaccinations, even among those who choose vaccines for their own children. Since the passage of SB277 in Californ... more »
Scientists Begin Teaching AI Robots To Evolve & Reproduce
By Mac Slavo Evolutionary roboticists have decided to begin teaching artificial intelligence powered robots to evolve and reproduce. Why should humans go to the trouble... more »
U.K. Independence Day! Oh Boy!! – oh, wait…
BREXIT Day! Hooray! - oh, wait... and wait... and wait... Continue reading →
Community College of Philadelphia Faculty Union Announce Plans to Strike
The Faculty and Staff Federation of Community College of Philadelphia AFT Local 206 has announced the union intends to go on strike. “We held the vote tonight and better than 90 percent of our union that represents 1,200 faculty and staff voted to strike,” union co-President Junior Brainard said Wednesday night. “We don’t have a […]
Virginia International University’s Operation Certificate in Danger of Being Revoked By State Council
Virginia International University (VIU)’s operation certificate could potentially be revoked by the state council after regulators found deficiencies in its educational services. This could cause the institution, which mainly serves foreign countries, to close its doors. University officials said the school is willing to make changes to keep the school open. Virginia officials will determine […]
Rand Paul Explains His Text That Former CIA Director John Brennan Pushed Steele Dossier…
Rand Paul appears on Fox and Friends to explain why he now believes that John Brennan was the Obama-era official who helped create and then push the Steele Dossier into the bloodstream of the intelligence community. This links back to … Continue reading →
Devin Nunes Discusses Criminal Referrals With Maria Bartiromo…
Earlier today President Trump tweeted a video segment from ‘Morning’s With Maria” where she interviewed HPSCI Ranking Member Devin Nunes. The entire interview has not been uploaded by FOX for redistribution. However, here is a key part of the interview. … Continue reading →
How Universal Basic Income Could Be Used to Suppress Free Speech
By Nathan A. Kreider Fears of job loss through automation have fueled advocacy for a Universal Basic Income (UBI) in recent years. Now that presidential... more »
Not Really Human: How Australians See Cyclists
A small survey in Australia (n=442) found that more than half of car drivers think cyclists are not really human, and many admit to intentionally driving too close to them. The survey says it is the first to look at a road-user group with the problem of dehumanization, which is typically studied in relation to attitudes towards racial or ethnic groups. The authors state that cyclists have been conceptualized as a minority group and a target of negative attitudes and behavior - but if drivers can put a human face to cyclists, researchers say it could reduce aggression directed at cy... more »
What Good Cops Look Like: Sheriff and All Deputies Quit to Protest “Unconstitutional” Jail Conditions
By Matt Agorist Nowata County, OK — A sheriff in Oklahoma, along with nearly all of her staff have recently resigned from their posts to... more »
Justice Department Endorses Federal Court Move to Eliminate Obamacare in Its Entirety
Trump's Justice Department endorsed eliminating Obamacare in its entirety, instead of just the individual mandate that penalized people who refuse coverage. Critics say it gives Democrats the advantage in the next election, because a large segment of the population wants Obamacare so long as someone else pays for it.
More Details Emerge On India's Anti-Satellite Missile Test
#WATCH Visuals from the launch of the anti satellite missile used in #MissionShakti #ASAT pic.twitter.com/IEIhtHpPgs — ANI (@ANI) March 27, 2019 *Space.com:* *India Says Its Anti-Satellite Weapon Test Created Minimal Space Debris. Is That True?* *"Mission Shakti" raises questions.* Just weeks before election season starts in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the nation completed a successful test-fire of its first anti-satellite launch missile, dubbed "Mission Shakti," on Wednesday (March 27). The event sparked a global conversation about space policy, politics and t... more »
Get a Second Opinion Before Climate Surgery
Myron Ebell writes March 28, 2019 in the Sacramento Bee PRO: Climate Science Needs a Critical Review by Skeptical Experts Excerpts in italics with my bolds. Is global warming a looming catastrophe? President Donald Trump has often said he doesn’t think so even while his administration continues to release official reports warning that it […]
Some Thoughts on Last Week's Fourth Circuit Argument in MD/DC v. Trump
Last week, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit heard arguments in connection with President Trump’s petition for mandamus in the emoluments lawsuit brought against him by Maryland and the District of Columbia. Although the hearing did not go particularly well for Maryland/DC, many of the concerns raised by the court are not troubling and can be easily addressed. Much of the conversation focused on what injunctive relief the plaintiffs seek. In my view, the best answer to this question does not involve divestment or a blind trust, which are alternately excessive or ina... more »
Court Denies EFF Effort to Obtain Classified Significant Surveillance Court Opinions
By Aaron Mackey A federal court’s ruling earlier this week has blunted a key provision of the surveillance reform law that required the government to... more »
Meet the DX-12: This Futuristic Shotgun Looks Pretty Dangerous (And That's The Problem)
*Charlie Gao* *Security, * While the DX-12 Punisher shotgun concept may appear aesthetically pleasing, practically every aspect of its design has been done better by existing shotguns on the market today. If made, it would be dangerous, bulky, unergonomic, and require the user to buy proprietary ammunition and chokes. *Some concepts are better left in the virtual world.* A render of a double-barrel shotgun by “HARDWAR3 INDUSTRIES” got some attention last year due to its futuristic design and boxy shape, which some say resembles the ubiquitous Glock pistols. But unlike the pistols... more »
Asia's Nightmare Begins: This Is How China Would Try to Invade Taiwan
*Ian Easton* *Security, * It is estimated that Taiwan will have approximately four weeks advanced warning of a Chinese invasion. Given China's skill in the dark arts of strategic deception, this cannot be taken for granted. Yet the vast scale of the PLA's envisioned amphibious operations necessarily means its offensive intentions would be foreshadowed. *The ever-tense political and security environment across the Taiwan Strait necessitates an accurate depiction of PLA capabilities, strengths, and shortfalls.* Various *sources* from within the People's Republic of China have *all... more »
The Stealthy SR-71 Is The Fastest Plane on the Planet (But It Had A Big Problem)
*War Is Boring* *Technology, Americas* [image: By TSgt. Michael Haggerty, USAF - U.S. DefenseImagery photo VIRIN: DF-ST-89-06281, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=13141426] It was really hard to fly. There are few secret projects like U.S. Air Force black projects, and that was certainly the case for the famed SR-71 Blackbird. The SR-71 was no ordinary aircraft but a big, beautiful and state-of-the-art spy plane designed in the 1950s and early 1960s to fly quickly at high altitudes over the Soviet Union, filling in for the U-2 Dragon Lady which had... more »
Russia, China and More: Meet the World's Most Powerful Armies (In 2030)
*Robert Farley* *Security, * Most ground combat forces of 2030 will very much resemble the most lethal forces of today, with perhaps a couple of important changes. *Like its American counterpart, the ground force of the PLA must share the financial pie with a pair of voracious partners. The era in which China focused on ground power at the expense of sea and air power has decisively ended. Also, the PLA can never detach itself fully from the factional struggles within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP); the two are too closely intertwined for anything approaching Western style civ... more »
Wildfires Declining In Southern Europe
By Paul Homewood This paper on wildfires for the EU Commission, published in 2010, sheds some light on European wildfire trends: 1. Introduction Fires are an integral component of ecosystem dynamics in European landscapes. However, uncontrolled fires cause large environmental and economic damages, especially in the Mediterranean region. On average, about 65000 […]
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