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ELECTORAL POISON : All Around The Globe, The Silent Majority Are Rejecting Climate Change Hysteria And The Ruinous UNreliables Agenda
“The whole aim of practical politics is to keep the populace alarmed (and hence clamorous to be led to safety) by menacing it with an endless series of hobgoblins, all of them imaginary.” – H.L. Mencken “The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatever that it is not utterly absurd; […]
This One New Piece of Technology Might Make Submarines Completely Obsolete
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, * And China might develop it--and soon. *Time will tell which, if any, of these technologies can be developed into practical operational systems. However, it’s clear that scientists in China and Australia are betting that developments in the field of quantum physics will play their part in changing the rules of undersea warfare in the twenty-first century.* According to some evaluations, today’s cutting-edge submarines like the *Virginia- *and *Sea Wolf*-class attack submarines have been evaluated to run only five decibels louder than average ocean... more »
Dropping Lots of Bombs: This Navy Aircraft Carrier Served for Nearly 50 Years
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, * A legend. *Finally, on April 11, 1992—forty-seven years after she had been launched—the Midway was decommissioned. Today she serves as a museum ship in San Diego.* On March 20, 1945 the shipyard in Newport News, Virginia launched what would remain for a decade the largest warship on the planet. Named *USS Midway *after the decisive World War II carrier battle, she would be commissioned September 8 just a few weeks after the Japanese surrender. *(This first appeared last month.)* Few of the over four-thousand-man complement departing on *Midway*’... more »
The F-22 Is Being Upgraded
F-22s doing the 'elephant walk'. 3rd Wing *Kris Osborn, National Interest:* *How the U.S. Air Force Makes Sure the F-22 Raptor Dominates the Skies* *And we have all the proof you will ever need.* As the Air Force and Lockheed Martin move forward with weapons envelope expansions and enhancements for the F-22, there is of course a commensurate need to upgrade software and its on-board sensors to adjust to emerging future threats, industry developers explained. Ultimately, this effort will lead the Air Force to draft up requirements for new F-22 sensors, Lockheed developers said. (... more »
The BSA “Perversion Files”
Boy Scout sex abuse scandal’s stunning toll: Over 12,200 reported victims For decades, the Boy Scouts of America has closely guarded a trove of documents that detail sexual abuse allegations against troop leaders and others. The most complete public accounting so far came in 2012, when the Los Angeles Times published internal Scout records about accusations against some 5,000 leaders and volunteers named in the organization’s blacklist, known as the “perversion files.” Now, an even clearer picture of the scope of the alleged sexual abuse is emerging. A researcher hired by the Scouts... more »
Tweets For Today
BREAKING: Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz is calling for a new election after his vice chancellor resigned due to scandal. https://t.co/mBLQMY37s9 — The Associated Press (@AP) May 18, 2019 Saudi Arabia to convene Arab leaders over recent attacks https://t.co/4O0WWKgzZ2 pic.twitter.com/fNO0CwgWuB — Reuters Top News (@Reuters) May 19, 2019 Voting in India's election, the world's biggest ever, ends after an acrimonious and at times violent campaign awash with insults, fake news -- and lots of petals https://t.co/0zcq8gJlrg — AFP news agency (@AFP) May 18, 2019 Aid workers bur... more »
GMO Impossible Burger Positive For Carcinogenic Glyphosate
GMO Impossible Burger tests 11x higher for Glyphosate weed killer residue than Beyond Meat burger Two days ago a Monsanto trial jury awarded the plaintiffs over $2 billion dollars, for the connection between the glyphosate-based herbicide, Roundup, and their cancer. Today, Moms Across America announces that the Impossible Burger* tested positive for glyphosate. The levels […] The post GMO Impossible Burger Positive For Carcinogenic Glyphosate appeared first on Health Nut News.
Report: Ohio State knew of late doctor’s sex abuse in 70s
On Friday, Ohio State University released the findings of an independent law firm’s investigation into the sexual abuse committed by former university physician Richard Strauss. During his time at the school from 1978 until 1998, the investigation uncovered that Strauss abused at least 177 male student-patients, many of them athletes, with acts that ranged from […] The post Report: Ohio State knew of late doctor’s sex abuse in 70s appeared first on Health Nut News.
With Morrison's enemies vanquished, he has an opportunity for something new
This is the sort of outcome from which a Liberal leader would ordinarily awake to find it had all been a dream. But having campaigned on the broadest of visions, Scott Morrison needs detail — fast, writes Annabel Crabb.
Manchester City manager bristles over payment claims after FA Cup victory
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Manchester City wins English football's first, male domestic treble after smashing Watford in the FA Cup final, but Pep Guardiola snaps at a reporter over Financial Fair Play questions.
Woman killed in alleged 'domestic violence' stabbing
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A 60-year-old man is charged with the murder of a woman in Randwick in what police are describing as a "domestic-related incident".
Who's in, who's out and whose fate hangs in the balance?
At the end a rollercoaster election, these are the politicians who failed, and those who found triumph — plus those who are still awaiting their fate.
Owning a car in Canberra is about to get cheaper — we've used toys to show you how
Plans are in place for a new "no-fault" scheme for car owners in the ACT, which will cover more drivers and could hit the back pocket a little less.
Australia votes 2019: Shock! Climate action bombs. Pollsters crash. Skeptics Win
BY JOANNE NOVA: Austalia's Labor Party tried to make the election all about global warming. The voters said No! The post Australia votes 2019: Shock! Climate action bombs. Pollsters crash. Skeptics Win appeared first on CFACT.
In Response To Boeing's New F-15s, Lockheed Martin Lowers The Price Of The F-35A By $10 Million
An F-35A taxis during a combat exercise at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, on May 1. R. Nial Bradshaw, USAF *Yahoo Finance/Motley Fool:* *Lockheed Martin, in a Dogfight With Boeing, Puts the F-35 on Sale* Lockheed Martin, seeking to give its F-35 a leg up against a rival fighter offered by Boeing, is dramatically reducing the F-35 sticker price for the next batch of jets it will sell to the Pentagon. The aerospace company is offering the base model of the fifth-generation F-35 for $80 million apiece in negotiations with the Pentagon, according to a report from DefenseOne. That's an 11%... more »
May 18: It's been a long day.....
https://www.cbc.ca/news/indigenous/cmhr-colonialism-genocide-indigenous-peoples-1.5141078 At last. Canada's record has not been as brutal as the U.S. record. (nobody could be that brutal.) But, yes, it has been a genocide - and I know of no sign that anything is improving. ____________________________________________________________ https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2019/may/17/trumps-deal-century-peace-israel-palestine ___________________... more »
WARNING: NEXVAX2, THE NEW VACCINE THAT WILL INCREASE GLUTEN INTOLERANCE
There is a planned new vaccine approaching that will further attack the immune system, destroy your stomachs gut flora entirely, leading to further bowl and intestine issues and completely destroy your ability to digest many... The post WARNING: NEXVAX2, THE NEW VACCINE THAT WILL INCREASE GLUTEN INTOLERANCE appeared first on Healing Oracle.
The Daily Brief 2019-05-17
This is a summary of 16 AMN articles on the following subjects: Damascus, Golan, Syria, Hama, Iran, Egypt, Libya, US, Turkey, Latakia, Gaza, Palestine, Ronaldo, Aleppo, Russia, Idlib, Israel, Iraq. Categories covered in this brief: Syria, Iran, North-Africa, Turkey, Palestine, Middleeast, Iraq Let us know how you like this brief in the comments below. — […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
The Jones Act: Critical to U.S. Shipbuilding, Or an Outdated Burden on U.S. Consumers?
*Dan Goure* *Security, * Supporting basic industries, such as steel production and ship construction, is vitally important to maintaining a strong military. Earlier this month, President Donald Trump again demonstrated his commitment to a strong U.S. economy, to job growth and to national security. He did this by the simple act of refusing to sign a waiver to the Jones Act that would have permitted foreign-flagged liquid natural gas (LNG) carriers to operate between U.S. ports. The Jones Act is a nearly 100-year-old law that requires cargoes carried between U.S. ports be carried... more »
Now or Never: America is on the Clock to Remove Troops from Afghanistan
*Jarrett Blanc* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] Using U.S. leverage to craft an Afghan settlement demands incredible deftness in both Washington and Kabul. Afghanistan has entered a period of intense political uncertainty. In December, President Donald Trump reportedly ordered the Pentagon to draw up plans for drawdown options including a complete troop withdrawal from the country. By March, bilateral talks between the United States, led by Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, and the Taliban had “agreed in draft” on counterterrorism assurances the Taliban will provide to the Un... more »
Russia's Powerful Economic Policies
*Mark Melton* *Security, Eurasia* [image: Reuters] Chris Miller’s Putinomics is an essential book for anyone interested in Russia and foreign policy. Last year Russians across the country protested against legislation that raised the retirement age from 55 to 60 for women and 60 to 65 for men, but President Vladimir Putin still signed the bill into law in October. In response to these pension changes, the president went from winning 77 percent of the vote in the March 2018 presidential election to having a 64 percent approval rating now. For many in the United States who only not... more »
Trump Revs Up the Battle Over Immigration
*Hunter DeRensis* *Immigration, Americas* The heart of the proposal is a turnaround on who the United States accepts as legal immigrants, putting a greater emphasis on merit-based immigration. “Democrats are proposing open-borders, lower wages, and frankly, lawless chaos. We are proposing an immigration plan that puts the jobs, wages, and safety of American workers first,” said President Donald Trump, Thursday afternoon in the White House rose garden. The administration’s newest proposal, a compromise agreement between Senior Advisor (and presidential son-in-law) Jared Kushner an... more »
Introducing Russia's S-500: Can It Take Out an F-22 or F-35?
*Mark Episkopos* *Security, * What you need to know. *Prospective clients may lose interest in the S-400 if they come to believe that it’s on the verge of obsolescence.* 2019 is on track to be a big year for Russian surface-to-air missile systems. From the new S-350 “Vityaz” to additional S-300V4 brigades, scores of modernized Russian artillery systems are poised to enter into military service over the coming months. *(This first appeared earlier in the year.)* But the elephant in the room, Russia’s upcoming S-500 “Triumfator-M” missile system, remains conspicuously absent. T... more »
EXPLAINER: What Exactly Is a Revolver-Shotgun?
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, * [image: https://www.google.com/search?q=revolver+shotgun&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjKzo-irKPiAhWEm-AKHVmAB5IQ_AUIDigB&biw=1536&bih=722#imgrc=X5lqe6baiwUZPM:] Worth your time at the range? *The frame is made from Scandium alloy while the barrel and cylinder are stainless steel. The handgun uses fixed Tritium night sights for aiming purposes.Cut* One of the most interesting trends in the world of handguns is the revolver than first not only handgun ammunition but also shotgun shells. The ability to shoot both high-powered handgun ammo above ... more »
Here Are All The U.S. Military's Worst Acronyms
*Task and Purpose* *Security, Americas* [image: https://www.flickr.com/photos/soldiersmediacenter/47790814251/] Just plain silly. You begin learning a new language from the moment you step off the bus at basic training. From the renaming of the floor to a "deck" for Marines and sailors, to soldiers being referred to as "FNGs" at their first unit, you need a 400-page dictionary to fill up all the new terms you might hear in an enlistment. Of course, there is literally a 400-page dictionary of military terms. But besides new words and nicknames for gear, there are the acronyms. An... more »
Russia Orders 76 Su-57 Stealth Jets
Image: Creative Commons. *Popular Mechanics:* *What’s Going on With Russia’s New Stealth Fighter?* *The troubled Sukhoi Su-57 gets an order boost from Moscow.* The Russian government has bumped up its first order for new Su-57 fighter bombers, commiting to five time as many planes as it had originally planned to purchase by 2028. The order comes after the fighter’s development has stalled and co-developer India has pulled out of the project. Moscow has also offered the jet to Istanbul if Turkey is kicked out of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program. *Read more* .... *More News O... more »
Space: where the rewards really are
Before getting into real life space adventures... The lavish blockbuster Wandering Earth - based on Liu Cixin’s novel - was released (quietly) on Netflix. “*The Wandering Earth* doesn’t yet appear under “New Releases” or “Netflix Originals” section, though it shows up on the “Recently Added” list when you scroll down. It seems odd to bury this film after the incredible reception it’s received overseas (even worldwide, it’s cracked $700 million), and Netflix’s enthusiasm when the company first acquired it.” And yes, by elevated standards of "high" SF there are some... simplistic or ... more »
Ramadan Arabian Nights 2019 : King Haras Episode 14 "Azad goes mad"
Good evening or Good afternoon or Good morning where ever you are now and reading this post. Tonight we will see what happens to Azad when he wakes up to find himself a commoner in this year’s first tale, the tale of King Haras. To refresh your memory and to know where we stopped, I recommend you go back and hear last night’s episode. Now without further ado, you can hear to the fourteenth episode or episode no.193 of the Egyptian State Radio’s One Thousand and One Nights show in Arabic after the break. Your browser does not support the audio element. *A 17-century Persian miniatur... more »
Syrian State Media Is Saying That Israel Has Launched Airstrikes Outside Of Damascus For The Second Day In A Row
Syrian state media reported air defences brought down objects and did not report casualties [File: SANA/AFP] *Times of Israel:* *Syria says air defenses intercept Israeli missiles, in 2nd incident in 24 hours* State TV says military shot down ‘hostile targets coming from direction of occupied territories,’ a day after explosions heard in vicinity of Iranian and Hezbollah facilities. Syria claimed its air defenses on Saturday night shot down a number of missiles fired from Israel, for the second time in less than 24 hours. The official SANA news agency said the military intercepted... more »
Madonna roasted over 'car crash' Eurovision performance
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Eurovision fans unleash on Madonna, likening the pop superstar's grand final performance in Tel Aviv to that of a "drunk aunty on karaoke".
Skinnyfish Music celebrates 20 years of powerful voices
Dr Gurrumul Yunupingu, Saltwater Band, Lonely Boys and B2M are just a few of the names associated with Skinnyfish Music, the independent label that put Northern Territory music on the world map.
Labor leadership contenders emerge after party's shock election loss
Labor deputy leader Tanya Plibersek says she is "considering" running for the top job, with Anthony Albanese and Chris Bowen also among the likely contenders.
Police hunt driver after 'horrific' seven-vehicle crash in Brisbane kills two
Police search for a BMW driver involved in a double-fatal crash in Brisbane's inner north, described by an inspector as "possibly the worst traffic accident" he has seen in more than 30 years.
Spoiler alert: 2019 Eurovision winner announced
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The winner of the 2019 Eurovision song contest is announced in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Commercial aircraft at risk of 'misidentification' by Iran military, US warns
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United States diplomats warn commercial airliners flying over the Persian Gulf risk being targeted by "miscalculation or misidentification" from the Iranian military amid heightened tensions between the Islamic Republic and the US, even as both Washington and Tehran say they do not seek war.
Archaeologists find DNA in 10,000-year-old piece of chewing gum
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A 10,000-year-old piece of chewing gum offers an insight into Scandinavia's first human settlers, with archaeologists extracting DNA belonging to three people.
Mt. St. Helens Day
Thirty nine years ago today, Mt. St. Helens erupted. I was skiing on Wheeler Peak, New Mexico that day, after a very big snow season. But there is a lot more snow on Wheeler Peak today than there was in … Continue reading →
Mud Floods or Drift?
The mud-floods mentioned in the previous post seem to have been unnoticed by 18/19th century officialdom but this interpretation of mine is wrong. These mud-flood deposits are the Drift deposits that formed the basis of the geological debate of the … Continue reading →
Musical Interlude: Liquid Mind, “Through My Eyes (Nebulae)”
Liquid Mind, “Through My Eyes (Nebulae)”
"A Look to the Heavens"
"Similar in size to other large, bright spiral galaxies, IC 342 is a mere 7 million light-years distant in the long-necked, northern constellation Camelopardalis. A sprawling island universe, IC 342 would otherwise be a prominent galaxy in our night sky, but it is almost hidden from view behind the veil of stars, gas and dust clouds in the plane of our Milky Way galaxy. *Click image for larger size.* Even though IC 342's light is dimmed by intervening cosmic clouds, this remarkably sharp telescopic image traces the galaxy's own obscuring dust, blue star clusters, and glowing pink s... more »
"A Maze Or Labyrinth..."
"The difficulty in dealing with a maze or labyrinth lies not so much in navigating the convolutions to find the exit but in *not entering* the damn thing in the first place. Or, at least not yet again. As a creature of free will, do not be tempted into futility." - Vera Nazarian
Paulo Coelho, “Closing Cycles”
*“Closing Cycles”* by Paulo Coelho “One always has to know when a stage comes to an end. If we insist on staying longer than the necessary time, we lose the happiness and the meaning of the other stages we have to go through. Closing cycles, shutting doors, ending chapters – whatever name we give it, what matters is to leave in the past the moments of life that have finished. Did you lose your job? Has a loving relationship come to an end? Did you leave your parents’ house? Gone to live abroad? Has a long-lasting friendship ended all of a sudden? You can spend a long time wondering... more »
The Poet: Wendell Berry, “Leavings”
*“Leavings”* “In time a man disappears from his lifelong fields, from the streams he has walked beside, from the woods where he sat and waited. Thinking of this, he seems to miss himself in those places as if always he has been there. But first he must disappear, and this he foresees with hope, with thanks. Let others come.” - Wendell Berry
"A Message From The Hopi Elders"
*"A Message From The Hopi Elders"* "You have been telling the people that this is the Eleventh Hour. Now you must go back and tell the people that this is The Hour. Here are the things that must be considered: Where are you living? What are you doing? What are your relationships? Are you in right relation? Where is your water? Know our garden. It is time to speak your Truth. Create your community. Be good to each other. And do not look outside yourself for the leader. This could be a good time! There is a river flowing now very fast. It is so great and swift, that there are those who w... more »
Wasted Opportunity: Pelosi Is No Longer Capable Of Doing Her Job-- Justin Amash (R-MI) Explains Why Trump Needs To Be Impeached
Ostensibly, the Tom Steyer ad above is about impeachment. But to me it's about more than *just* about impeachment. It's about what Team Todd was referring to when they asked where the beef is, now that the House Democrats have been in office for 5 months. Let's get one thing clear-- McTurtle, a dedicated Stalinist, has already announced he will not allow *any* House-passed legislation to be debated or voted on in the Senate. And if America were lucky and McTurtle were to fall into a sewer tonight and drown, there would still be Señor Trumpanzee and his veto pen, like the one he u... more »
"Either Way..."
"There's no difference between a pessimist who says, "Oh, it's hopeless, so don't bother doing anything," and an optimist who says, "Don't bother doing anything, it's going to turn out fine any way." Either way, nothing happens. " - Yvon Chouinardo
Political hacktivism in decline on the low profile of Anonymous and the state apparatus
Political hacktivism in decline on the low profile of Anonymous and the state apparatus Sawako Uchida and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times According to IBM’s X-Force, the international community is witnessing an enormous decline in the activity of hacking by political hacktivists. Of course, the decentralized hacktivist group Anonymous is part of this huge […]
The Daily "Near You?"
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"The Object Of Life..."
"*Glory:* I look around at this world you're so eager to be a part of and all I see is seven billion lunatics looking for the fastest ride out. Who's not crazy? Look around, everyone's drinking, smoking, shooting up, shooting each other, or just plain screwing their brains out 'cause they don't want 'em anymore. I'm crazy? Honey, I'm the original one-eyed chicklet in the kingdom of the blind, 'cause at least I admit the world makes me nuts." - Douglas Petrie
"Not Just A Trade War, But A Shooting War With China Seems Inevitable"
*"Not Just A Trade War, * *But A Shooting War With China Seems Inevitable"* by Doug Casey The Chinese came from nothing; only 40 years ago, they had nothing but a billion impoverished peasants. No money. No technology. No power. Today, they’re on par with the United States. But, if this trend continues – which it will – their economy will be triple the size of the US economy in 20 years. Not just a trade war, but a shooting war with the Chinese seems inevitable. Because when tensions build up between states they eventually fight with each other. China is the major rising power. It’... more »
This Chinese Armored Vehicle Can Launch A Swarm of Killer Drones
Seen at an exposition in 2017 are two of the truck-launched drones, next to a variant of the vehicle that uses a concealed missile launcher. (Yanjing Auto) *C4ISRNet*:* This Chinese truck can launch a salvo of drones* What is most striking about modern warfare is the synthesis of technologies. A light truck for carrying troops is over a century old. Tube-launched artillery mounted on trucks was a stable of World War II. Explosive-tipped drones are a new variation on loitering munitions that have been around in some form since the 1980s. Combined, however, these components turn a l... more »
Kimberley Strassel: The “Mindset” of the “Coup” is more alarming than Partisanship…
Excellent presentation by Kimberley Strassel discussing the scale and scope of the government weaponization during the 2016 election; and the willful assistance by an ideological U.S. media.
France – Persistent cold slows planting
France was battered by brutal cold during the second half of April and first half of May — the key planting window — with the mercury hitting all-time lows. France is the third largest corn exporter in the world, meaning a delayed or poor harvest will have a pronounced impact on global markets. Severe frosts have ... Read moreFrance – Persistent cold slows planting The post France – Persistent cold slows planting appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Tips for a Healthy Nutrition.
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Peak Fitness Lowers Lung, Colorectal Cancer Risk
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#Diabetes Complications: How Uncontrolled Diabetes Affects Your Body
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How to Diet and Exercise Like the Genius Inventor Nikola #Tesla
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10 Symptoms of Depression
https://dailyentertainment.me/health/10-symptoms-depression
Physicists Create Quantum-Scale “Mona Lisa,” Just for Funsies
https://futurism.com/the-byte/quantum-mona-lisa
Dijibouti – Why? What Changed?
How can a set of static historical thermometers suddenly cool the past and warm the recent times? Continue reading →
Russian President Putin Says New Laser Weapons Will Play A Crucial Role In The Military
*RT: **‘Laser weapons’ to define Russia’s military potential in 21st century – Putin * Russian leader Vladimir Putin says that laser technology will play a crucial role in the nation’s military might as he spoke about the “first practical results” of the country’s Peresvet combat laser system. Putin highlighted the importance of developing laser technology, including the “tactical-level combat laser complexes,” at a defense-themed cabinet meeting on Friday. *Read more* .... *More News On Russian President Putin Saying That New Laser Weapons Will Play A Crucial Role In The Milita... more »
Super Gun: What Makes Glock's New 5th Generations Guns So Good
*Gun News Daily* *Security, Americas* [image: Glock] Or not? Check out our review. You may have though that the Glock Generation 4 represented the pinnacle of everything that Glock could do, but the Generation 5 that was released last year shows that Glock still has many tricks left up their sleeve. But really, was the Glock Generation 5 even necessary? Was the Generation 4 really even necessary for that matter? After all, the saying goes that Glock is perfection. But the truth is that some of the changes from the Gen 4 to the Gen 5 are significant. On the outside, the two guns ... more »
Head Of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Says The U.S. Will Collapse With One Strike Just Like The World Trade Center
The recently appointed head of the elite IRGC, Major General Hossein Salami. *Zero Hedge*: *Top Iran Commander Invokes 9/11 To Say US Is "Frail"; A "Full Intelligence War" Is On* lran is currently in "a full intelligence war" with the United States, according to statements by the head of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, Major General Hossein Salami on Saturday. “We are in a full intelligence war with the United States and the enemies of the Islamic Republic. This war is a combination of psychological warfare, cyber operations, military operations, diplomacy, fear, and intimidation,” S... more »
Lawsuits hit the courts against National Emergency and diversion of funds
In February, Congress approved $1.37 billion for construction of “primary pedestrian fencing” along the border in southeast Texas, well short of Trump’s demand for $5.7 billion to build border walls in Arizona and New Mexico as well as Texas. His end run actions infuriated the Democrats, as was expected. At least three lawsuits have been dismissed or found in the administration’s favor on the border wall construction in the last five months. They threw mud from endangering butterflies to removing illegals back to Mexico before their court date. Either the district courts threw out t... more »
Live: Plibersek, Albanese and Bowen eye Labor leadership
As Labor embarks on a third successive term in opposition, contenders are emerging to fill the vacancy left by the outgoing Bill Shorten.
Baby elephant forced to dance for tourists dies after becoming so weak his legs snapped
IT BREAKS OUR HEART TO BRING YOU THIS STORY. A three-year-old baby elephant at the Phuket Zoo in Thailand has died. His name was “Dumbo.” His name was given to him by animal rights campaigners who filmed him being forced to dance and do tricks for paying tourists. Baby elephant Dumbo spent his entire life […] The post Baby elephant forced to dance for tourists dies after becoming so weak his legs snapped appeared first on Health Nut News.
Brakes not used before fiery Russian plane crash that killed 41, report says
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The crew of a Russian airliner that caught fire while making an emergency landing, killing 41 people, had not deployed the plane's air brakes, a report by the country's civil aviation authority has found, according to a state news agency.
‘Idiot’ fly-kicks Schwarzenegger in the back, but Arnie says he only realised when he saw the video
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Video emerges of the moment Hollywood actor Arnold Schwarzenegger is kicked in the back during a public appearance in South Africa — but the 71-year-old says he has no plans to pursue charges, and he's "just glad the idiot didn't interrupt my Snapchat".
Abbott didn't want to be a quitter, but that made the Liberal Party the loser in Warringah
Former prime minister. Conservative warrior. Proud budgie smuggler wearer — the man who once described himself as the "ideological love child" of John Howard and Bronwyn Bishop has been a polarising political player for 25 years.
'All we've got left is four walls': Owners of historic pub gutted by fire pledge to rebuild
The owners of an iconic pub in outback Western Australia are devastated after a fire caused an estimated $1 million in damage.
Merkel says Europe needs to 'stand up' against far right as Austrian government falls
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German Chancellor Angela Merkel says Europe needs to push back against the far right, amid a political crisis that has claimed Austria's far-right governing coalition partner.
'Pain like no other': Prince William opens up about Diana's death in new documentary
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The second-in-line to the throne speaks about the grief triggered by the death of his mother Diana, Princess of Wales, in a new documentary aired on the BBC.
Nigel Scullion takes swipe at Labor 'duds' as NT remains red
The federal election fulfils local expectations in the Northern Territory, with Labor retaining the seat of Solomon and on track to retain the second bush seat of Lingiari, but outgoing senator Nigel Scullion takes a swipe at "bullshit polling" and Labor's "dud" incumbents.
As Australians try to make sense of last night's election results it's business as usual in Canberra
As Australians looked on in disbelief as the Coalition defied expectations and claimed victory, nobody was more surprised than those who live in the heart of the nation, where it continues to bleed red for Labor.
'Embodying the warrior': The Aussie teen fighting for women's right to compete in fire-knife dancing
Moemoana Schwenke, 19, is one of few women in the world to perform 'siva afi' or fire-knife dancing — a Samoan ceremonial dance traditionally performed by men which the Aussie teen is fighting to change.
The night that changed Elton John's career forever — and the man behind it
The date is August 1970. The place, the Troubadour club in Los Angeles. Elton John is locked in the club's toilet too scared to come out.
Satanic panic doco by Melbourne filmmaker screens at Cannes Film Festival
Demonic, a 'documentary-horror' film exploring the international, media-fuelled panic over Satanic ritual abuse in the 1980s, is the only Australian film screening at the prestigious festival in 2019.
Conservatives Celebrate Stunning Win in Australian Elections…
The Australian election was held today; voting is compulsory as everyone over the age 18 is required to vote; turnout was greater than 95%… and all the media and pollsters are stunned, shocked, jaws-agape, as the conservative coalition has received … Continue reading →
One ton of beef frankfurters recalled for containing metal
Chicago’s Vienna Beef Ltd. has recalled approximately 2,030 pounds of beef frank links products that may be contaminated with extraneous materials, specifically metal, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The beef frank links items were produced on May 2, 2019. The following products are subject to recall: 10-lb.... Continue Reading
Seen at the Egyptian Museum of Cairo : That yellow stone coming from space
It is the International Museum Day and I will seize this opportunity to share with one of the pieces from King Tutankhamun's beautiful collection in his old home at the Egyptian Museum of Cairo before he and his treasures are fully transferred to the Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo. [image: Ancient Egyptian deity Khepri amulet in King Tut's Collection] Is not it beautiful and amazing ? This amulet depict ancient Egyptian deity Khepri aka the scarab beetle “I think” It is made of gold , colored and it was encrusted with gemstones. Its center of attention without doubt is its the scar... more »
Today, It Rained…
Today it rained. "I think it's going to rain today". I'm getting Africa done. Slowly. Continue reading →
Israel's Iron Dome: Just How Good Is It At Killing Rockets?
*Michael J. Armstrong* *Security, * An expert gives us his assessment. On May 4 and 5, Gaza Strip militants fired more than 690 rockets and mortar shells at Israel. The attacks killed three civilians and wounded 130, making Israel’s news media ask whether the country’s Iron Dome interceptors had lost their effectiveness. On the contrary, the available data suggest the interceptors performed well. But they also imply Israelis should reassess how much protection to expect during future conflicts. It’s not surprising the barrage worried observers. The two-day attack involved nearly... more »
Star Trek Shouldn't Be About the Military
*War Is Boring* *Security, * This is the legacy any new Trek T.V. show must live up to. One in which military actions are a last resort — not a first response. Where the universe tests humanity and a sense of wonder pervades all. A world where substance overrides spectacle, not the other way around. I love Star Trek. Growing up, I looked forward to sitting next to my father on the couch and watching the continuing adventures of the USS* Enterprise*. Jean-Luc Picard and his crew explored the galaxy, wrestled with Q and proved humanity’s basic decency. They used force as a last res... more »
Could The U.S. Defeat Iran’s Navy?
© AFP 2019 / EBRAHIM NOROOZI / Jamejamonline *Newsweek:* *Could U.S. Defeat Iran’s Navy? This Exercise Shows War Would Not Be Easy* The United States is widely cited as the world's foremost military power, but the country has a spotty record when it comes to asymmetrical warfare. Now-infamous war games conducted nearly 17 years ago showed a maritime matchup against tactics similar to those of Iran would likely prove extremely deadly for the Navy. A new wave of tensions between longtime foes Washington and Tehran was set off by alleged reports of Iran pursuing new missile activity ... more »
Flower Moon 2019: A rare type of full ‘blue moon’ is here, and it’s also a ‘flower moon’
When two full moons occur during the same calendar month, based on the timing of the lunar cycle, the second full moon is commonly described as a “blue moon” or a “monthly blue moon.” This is the modern definition of a blue moon, according to astronomy experts. May 2019 is a little different, because there’s only one full moon appearing this month. So why are some people calling it a blue moon? Under an older definition, if four full moons — instead of three — occur during one astronomical season (spring, summer, fall or winter), the third full moon of the season is called a “blue ... more »
Iran Foreign Minister: 'There Will Be No War'
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif (C) meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi (not pictured) at Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing, China, May 17, 2019. REUTERS/Thomas Peter/Pool/File Photo *BBC: **Iran-US tensions: 'There will be no war', says Zarif* Iran's foreign minister has said he does not believe a war will break out in the region amid concerns over rising tensions with the US. Mohammad Javad Zarif told state news agency IRNA that Tehran did not want a war, and that no country had the "idea or illusion that it can confront Iran". The US has deployed warships a... more »
Bernie Calls For Banning For-Profit Charter Schools-- Strengthening Public Schools
Lara Trump isn't supposed to be the brightest of the Trump menagerie and she's certainly always welcome at Fox. Yesterday she was babbling some incoherent nonsense about how sad it is that Democrats want to beat her father-in-law, almost universally recognized as the worst"president"-- if history will even remember him as a president-- on history. "Shouldn’t you want someone that you think can run the country well, that’s gonna do the best job at being president, not just beat Donald Trump? But I think it actually speaks to the fact that there are still a lot of people who out the... more »
Climate Hysteria Costs Labor Australian Elections
By Paul Homewood https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2019/05/climate-change-decisive-issue-australian-election-190516032148978.html It was supposed to be the election where climate change became the decisive issue. It was, but not as planned! Prime Minister Scott Morrison has retained power in the Australian election. Bill Shorten’s Labor Party will finish behind Scott Morrison’s Coalition and the Prime Minister still has […]
“Shrinking” Lake Chad Is Actually Growing!
By Paul Homewood We are all familiar with claims that Lake Chad is shrinking, in part because of climate change. Such claims about climate claims were always highly suspect, given that the Sahel drought of the 1970s and 80s, which drastically affected the lake levels, occurred during a period of global cooling, as […]
U.S. Issues Warning To Airlines About Flying Over The Persian Gulf As Tensions With Iran Continue
*The Hill:* *US warns airlines about flying over Persian Gulf amid Iran tensions* U.S. diplomats on Saturday warned that airliners flying over the Persian Gulf may risk being "misidentified" amid tensions between the U.S. and Iran. American diplomats in Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates relayed the order Saturday from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), The Associated Press reported. The warning comes amid heightened tensions following the Trump administration sending a carrier strike group and bomber task force to the region while warning of possible conflict with Iran.... more »
The Sinking Credibility of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons
The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons is supposed to be a neutral international body, without political or national affiliation. It is meant to go where the facts lead it, regardless of any pressures from powerful people and countries to produce reports that might favour their cause and exonerate their actions. I have long suspected that it has ceased to be such an organisation. There has been an increasingly obvious pattern to alleged chemical weapons attacks, whereby an incident […]
As it happened: The Eurovision Song Contest is all wrapped up — how did Kate Miller-Heidke go?
SPOILERS ABOUND: Look back on how the 64th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest unfolded as Kate Miller-Heidke competed in the Olympics of music in Tel Aviv, singing Zero Gravity.
“Shrinking” Lake Chad Is Actually Growing!
Originally posted on NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT: By Paul Homewood We are all familiar with claims that Lake Chad is shrinking, in part because of climate change. Such claims about climate claims were always highly suspect, given that the Sahel drought of the 1970s and 80s, which drastically affected the…
The Greenhouse Deception Explained
Originally posted on NOT A LOT OF PEOPLE KNOW THAT: By Paul Homewood ? ? A nice and concise video, well worth watching and circulating: ? ?
Australian Daily Electrical Power Generation Data – Friday 17th May 2019
Originally posted on PA Pundits - International: By Anton Lang ~ This Post details the daily power consumption data for the AEMO coverage area in Australia. For the background information, refer to the Introductory Post at this link. Each image is shown here at a smaller size to fit on the page alongside the data…
Scientific Hubris and Global Warming
Reblogged from Watts Up With That: Guest Blogger / May 17, 2019 Scientific Hubris and Global Warming Guest Post by Gregory Sloop Notwithstanding portrayals in the movies as eccentrics who frantically warn humanity about genetically modified dinosaurs, aliens, and planet-killing asteroids, the popular image of a scientist is probably closer to the humble, bookish Professor, […]
Grazing, desertification and climate change
“There is only one option, I’ll repeat to you, only one option left to climatologists and scientists, and that is to do the unthinkable, and to use livestock, bunched and moving, as a proxy for former herds and predators, and mimic nature. There is no other alternative left to mankind.” –Allan Savory Reblogged from Euan Mearns’ Energy Matters: Posted on May 18, 2019 […]
After Army Col. Warns of False Flag to Start War with Iran, US Blames Iran for Attacks
By Matt Agorist Often, the American mainstream media becomes a de facto government employee, taking the claims of U.S. officials and reporting them as proven... more »
Ka-ching. Ka-ching. Your tax dollars at work covering government butt
Last week, the Nova Scotia Court of Appeal instructed the McNeil government to stop hiding behind the skirts of solicitor-client privilege in order to hobble a lawsuit brought against it by a former government lawyer who claims the government impugned his conduct and attacked his character and reputation. Alex Cameron, a 26-year veteran of the […]
Back to the Medieval Green World
“Without reliable electricity and diesel-powered farm machinery and transport trucks, cities are un-sustainable. In Green-topia 90% of us people will need to go.” – Viv Forbes ___________________ Back to the Medieval Green World Viv Forbes Greens dream of a zero-emissions world without coal, oil and natural gas. They need to think what they wish for. ... Read moreBack to the Medieval Green World The post Back to the Medieval Green World appeared first on Ice Age Now.
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