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'Unfathomable grief': Undertaker fined for leaving baby's body on car roof
A funeral home director avoids jail after admitting he left a stillborn baby's body on the roof of his van last year, in what a magistrate describes as "one of the most appalling cases" of neglect.
'You can have fun being sober': One woman's way of keeping the bottle at bay
After quitting alcohol, Faye Lawrence feared her social life was over, so she founded her own non-drinking social group — Untoxicated.
'I understand their story': Priest reveals own abuse at hands of Catholic church
A Tasmanian parish priest reveals he was sexually abused as a child in the 1970s in the hope it encourages other victims to come forward.
The leaders of 650 million people met over the weekend — here's what you need to know
Leaders of the 10 member states of the Association of South-East Asian Nations met in Bangkok over the weekend to discuss trade, relations with China and the US, and a joint World Cup bid.
Controversial Western Civilisation degree approved by University of Wollongong
Wollongong University announces it has intervened to approve a Ramsay Centre-funded Western Civilisation degree in an attempt to shut down legal action from the academic union.
Sunken ship Defender the centre of $31 million court claim
A Tasmanian man who bought the sunken ship Defender for $1 sues Maritime Safety Queensland for $31 million, claiming the Queensland Government "acted with malice and ill will".
Dylan Voller has court win over media giants
Former youth detainee Dylan Voller secures a preliminary win against three of Australia's largest media organisations after a judge rules they could be considered third-party publishers of potentially defamatory Facebook posts made by members of the public.
Your Monday Moment
It's Monday, it's summertime, and here at Virtual Mirage, the beat goes on. *Psychiatry vs Exorcism* Many Republicans turned to medical options to help cope with the Trump presidency early on, but the man has been revealed to be precisely what the nation needed, and the RINOs have been revealed to be mountebanks. Right Mitt? The Democrats don't need shrinks, they need to find exorcists. And as 2021 edges closer, that may be closer to the truth than they wish to accept. *The Circle of Socialism/Communism * I understand. That's not how they taught it to you in college, but that's ho... more »
ANNA AKHMATOVA’S 130TH BIRTHDAY – THE RUSSIAN POET OF #MeTOO LONG BEFORE HOLLYWOOD DISCOVERED IT
By John Helmer, Moscow @bears_with The Russian literary intelligentsia doesn’t have a long history – just 200 years of the Russian language in poetry, for example. So it’s to be expected that the writers, including the poets, haven’t had time to overcome the resentment and envy of each other which is still the Russian intelligentsia’s […]
"Getting Run Down: Recharging Your Batteries"
*"Getting Run Down: Recharging Your Batteries"* by Madisyn Taylor, The DailyOM "Getting worn out and run down robs you of receiving what you need from the universe. Our natural state of being is vibrant, happy to be alive. Yet, there can be times when we feel run down and worn out. This does not mean that we are lazy or unfit for the tasks in our lives; it means that we need to recharge our batteries and find a way of keeping them charged. Vitamins and extra rest can be very helpful in restoring our physical bodies. And if we are willing to delve deeper, we may discover that there i... more »
Free Download: Joseph Tainter, “The Collapse Of Complex Societies"
*"Joseph Tainter:* * The Collapse Of Complex Societies"* by Adam Taggart "By popular demand, we welcome Joseph Tainter, USU professor and author of "The Collapse Of Complex Societies." Dr. Tainter sees many of the same unsustainable risks the PeakProsperity.com audience focuses on - an overleveraged economy, declining net energy per capita, and depleting key resources. He argues that the sustainability or collapse of a society follows from the success or failure of its problem-solving institutions. His work shows that societies collapse when their investments in social complexity a... more »
“The Dance of Death”
*“The Dance of Death”* By Chris Hedges “The ruling corporate elites no longer seek to build. They seek to destroy. They are agents of death. They crave the unimpeded power to cannibalize the country and pollute and degrade the ecosystem to feed an insatiable lust for wealth, power and hedonism. Wars and military “virtues” are celebrated. Intelligence, empathy and the common good are banished. Culture is degraded to patriotic kitsch. Education is designed only to instill technical proficiency to serve the poisonous engine of corporate capitalism. Historical amnesia shuts us off from... more »
"Why We Need to Dream"
"Why We Need to Dream" By Jonah Lehrer "When I can’t sleep, I think about what I’m missing. I glance over at my wife and watch her eyelids flutter. I listen to the steady rhythm of her breath. I wonder if she’s dreaming and, if so, what story she’s telling to herself to pass the time. (The mind is like a shark — it can’t ever stop swimming in thought.) And then my eyes return to the ceiling and I wonder what I would be dreaming about, if only I could fall asleep. Why do we dream? As a chronic insomniac, I like to pretend that our dreams are meaningless narratives, a series of bad B... more »
Chinese DG To Lead FAO For 4 Years From 1 Aug 2019
Global Issues News Headlines - 19 hours ago
ROME, Jun 24 (IPS) - Qu Dongyu, China's vice minister for agriculture and rural affairs, was elected to be the next Director-General of FAO, winning a majority of the 191 votes cast in the first round of an election held Sunday. Read the full story, “Chinese DG To Lead FAO For 4 Years From 1 Aug 2019”, on globalissues.org →
"The Difference Between Stress And Burnout"
"The Difference Between Stress And Burnout" by Kari Henley "Clearly the stress barometer in our country, and around the world, is escalating. The reaction to the deteriorating economy are moving from shock and fear, into anger and rage, and the high hopes of "Yes We Can" have deteriorated into, "Is this ever going to end?" Research shows that some stress is important in our lives. It keeps us on our toes, helps to strive toward goals, and makes us feel alive. The hormones related to feeling stressed are designed to get us out of danger - like a fire or enemy attack. Yet the body wil...more »
IN THE BLACK is the new name for Starfighter Inc
Yet another kickstarter project (as Star Citizen was) a totally physics-based space-shooter *IN THE BLACK* from Impeller Studios comprises a team drawn from such luminal titles as the original X-Wing and the original Crysis... maybe this means it'll be a more mature title delivered by these old(er) game-industry veterans. Something with a bit more confidence and assurance in what it is capable of bringing to the saturated space-sim gaming arena. No quantum jumping no FTL... so, question-marks on the size and scops of the gaming arena? *The Up-sides:* at least they're using Unreal... more »
“Alas…”
“Alas, regardless of their doom, the little victims play! No sense have they of ills to come, nor care beyond today.” - Thomas Gray, "Ode on a Distant Prospect of Eton College" - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/
Politicians Aim to Weaken Brazil’s Proposed Anti-Crime Legislation
Column By C.H. Gardiner RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – A package of anti-crime laws proposed by the Jair Bolsonaro government is facing significant changes by Brazil’s Chamber of Deputies. Lawmakers have said that there “is not the climate” for some of the more severe changes proposed by the administration. This follows revelations by The Intercept […] The post Politicians Aim to Weaken Brazil’s Proposed Anti-Crime Legislation appeared first on The Rio Times.
Journalists Who Leak Do Not Commit Crime, Prosecutor Dallagnol Once Said
By Richard Mann RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The Intercept site released on Saturday, June 22nd, by newsletter, new excerpts of messages exchanged by the members of the Lava-Jato Task Force. According to the vehicle, the release is a response to the attempted criminalization of journalism and the vehicle’s activities, which have been associated with […] The post Journalists Who Leak Do Not Commit Crime, Prosecutor Dallagnol Once Said appeared first on The Rio Times.
Education, Health, and Economics Ministries Have 70 Percent of Federal Staff Costs
By Xiu Ying RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – According to government data, the Ministries of Education, Health and Economy account for 81.4 percent of the entire workforce of the country’s Ministries. Of the 622,534 active civil servants, 507,106 are in these portfolios. The Ministry of Education (MEC) employs 300,833 workers, the Ministry of Health 104,130, […] The post Education, Health, and Economics Ministries Have 70 Percent of Federal Staff Costs appeared first on The Rio Times.
Brazilian Filipe Toledo Wins World Surf Championship Near Rio de Janeiro
By Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Brazilian Filipe Toledo won on Sunday, 23rd, the World Surfing Championship in Saquarema (WCT Oi Rio Pro) for the second time, with the victory over South African Jordy Smith. Filipe climbed from sixth to third place in the world ranking, coming close to qualifying for the Tokyo […] The post Brazilian Filipe Toledo Wins World Surf Championship Near Rio de Janeiro appeared first on The Rio Times.
Women’s World Cup: Brazil’s Team Fails France 1-2
By Newsfeed/Reuters RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – France captain Amandine Henry scored in extra time as the hosts beat Brazil 2-1 at the Women’s World Cup in Le Havre on Sunday night to send ‘Les Bleues’ into the quarterfinals of the tournament. Henry found the back of the net in the 107th minute of a […] The post Women’s World Cup: Brazil’s Team Fails France 1-2 appeared first on The Rio Times.
Partenariat Europe-Afrique: le secteur privé appelé en renfort
bilaterals.org - 20 hours ago
24-Jun-2019 Entamées en septembre dernier, les discussions sur le renouvellement de l'Accord de Cotonou avancent lentement
ASEAN finalises common position on RCEP
bilaterals.org - 20 hours ago
24-Jun-2019 ASEAN is ready for the next move to negotiate the remaining 13 chapters of the trade deal together as a bloc at the upcoming senior economic officials' meeting to be held at the end of this month in Melbourne, Australia.
South Korea and Russia initiate FTA talks in service and investment sectors
bilaterals.org - 20 hours ago
24-Jun-2019 South Korea and Russia initiated the two sides' FTA negotiations in service and investment in Moscow on June 20.
Knitting And Crochet Site Bans Any Indication Of Trump Support
PA Pundits - International at NY Times’ Front Page Whines About Right-Wing Bullies Buying Up Western Land – PA Pundits – International - 20 hours ago
By P.J. Gladnick ~ You would think that the last place for an outbreak of extreme Trump Derangement Syndrome would be a website devoted to knitting and crocheting. Well, these are not normal times and such a case of TDS to the extent that the Thought Crime of just expressing approval of President Donald Trump […]
Big-Idea Energy Alternatives Are Costly And Puny
PA Pundits - International at NY Times’ Front Page Whines About Right-Wing Bullies Buying Up Western Land – PA Pundits – International - 20 hours ago
By Larry Bell ~ Those who believe in the existence of adequate non-fossil alternatives essential to achieve a “carbon-neutral” U.S. — much less global — energy balance anytime soon, or at any cost, are dreadfully misguided. Nevertheless, there are very understandable reasons why such delusions continue to persist. One reason behind this facetious fantasy has […]
The 100-Year-Old Idea That Could Change Flight
This may well be faster than you think. Innovation can start small and be applied briskly because the idea to manufactured item is today about as good as it gets. Once the potential is properly understood, design is not far behind. That is why we are seeing a flood of novel aircraft now.. *The 100-Year-Old Idea That Could Change Flight* * Inspired by birds, bats, and the Wright brothers, engineers are building the next breakthrough in aviation. * *By Charles Choi * *Wednesday, February 22, 2017 NOVA NextNOVA Next https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/article/morphing-wings/* *... more »
The Case for walking
The best take home that is good for everyone is to consciously walk briskly for about twenty minutes every day. This can be obviously fitted into our routines and that will also trigger a reminder as well. It may be your daily trip to a store or your walk from a parking spot to your office. Most of those are typically ten minutes. It all provides a base of physical activity that encourages the whole body to shift up a notch. Since I have convinced myself that I am in training to do the Camino, I did a real ten mile walk this past weekend in four hours. Doing that, things beco... more »
Black Hounds, Black Shucks & Devil Dogs
This is the European lore. This creature remains on all fours and is never seen upright. Otherwise its behavior does closely mimic that of the Giant Sloth although it may not stalk humans and may be much more wary. Recall that we had a report of three such creatures cleaning up a battlefield in Normandy to take advantage of the opportunity to gather flesh for maggot production. So they have been seen in daylight. What is abundantly clear is that these creatures avoid human contact generally and do their travel and hunting mostly at night. Throw in the known ability to make the... more »
Corporations Suddenly Realize That Once-Coveted Millennials Are A "Screwed Generation"
The fact is that excess student debt naturally postpones investment at the time they are most vulnerable. Thus they pause. And the cash flow is not there even when they have a job. Now after saying all that, it could be changing with recently surging employment. If this has only been an induced pause as makes sense, then we should see a sharp surge in spending as they do acquire homes and cars and all that. However they will be fiscally more conservative not unlike the Depression generation of the past. . *Corporations Suddenly Realize That Once-Coveted Millennials Are A "Scr... more »
Israeli F-16s Smashed a Syrian Missile Complex (And Russia Held Its Fire)
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, * All the questions. *“Due to the special nature of the system, and that the Russians are likely to have supplied only a few missiles to equip the launchers, I don’t think SAA will ever use it soon. The IAF has been using the tactic of saturating the attacked area with various kinds of missiles and bombs. It is not economical to use the S-300 against such an attack.”* At 2:30 in the morning on April 13, 2019, around a dozen missiles tore over the night sky of Hama province, Syria, launched by Israeli F-16 jets flying over Lebanon. *(This first app... more »
This Photo Is Dangerous: It Could Be the Future of Navy Submarines
*Kris Osborn* *Security, * Why? *The construction strategy for the Orca and other drones is to engineer a new “upgradeable,” multi-mission drone able to quickly integrate new technology and payloads as they emerge. This technical platform could, in key instances, obviate the need for the Navy to build new undersea drones in the future. The concept, when it comes to application, could involve newer, upgraded sonar, networking systems, new weapons and countermine technologies.* *(This first appeared last month.)* The Navy is planning to launch a massive, 50-ton undersea drone to... more »
Smith & Wesson Rebuilt a 100 Year Old Gun And Made Some Big History
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, * Here's what happened. *The company’s 1911 Performance Center line is the next model up and features a considerable amount of work typically considered custom in the world of 1911 handguns. The Performance Center pistol includes a ported slide, an action job performed by Smith & Wesson gunsmiths, throated barrel, a crowned muzzle, polished feed ramps, and an ambidextrous manual safety. The gun also features adjustable sights, a step up from those on the base E-Series 1911. Performance Center enhancements are rounded off by a finer, thirty line per in... more »
Midnight Meme Of The Day!
*by Noah* The first Democratic Party debates are hours away, Wednesday and Thursday evenings to be more precise. I know that I'm not the only one who is hoping for serious discussions of issues. I'm also not the only one who is hoping that the various candidates cease with the usual patronizing of voters but I also know that the past is prologue and we're talking about politicians. I'm also hoping that the bullshit meter attached to my TV won't go up in a cloud of smoke. At least I can risk the assumption that the candidates won't spend the valuable time discussing hand and penis ... more »
Labor's 'dog's breakfast' approach to tax cuts risks haunting Albanese
By splitting hairs on the Coalition's tax plans, Labor leader Anthony Albanese opens himself up to accusations he's standing in the way of Australians getting a tax cut, writes political editor Andrew Probyn.
'Dispute over a pushbike' led to Sunnybank shooting, police say
Police say a dispute over a bicycle among a group of friends led to the shooting of two people in southern Brisbane on the weekend. A 38-year-old man is still being sought by police over the incident.
Iranian Navy commander warns downing of US drone can be repeated
On 20 June, Iran downed a US spy drone, stating that it had violated the Iranian border. The US military confirmed that the aircraft had been shot down, claiming, however, that it was flying in international airspace in the Strait of Hormuz. Everyone saw the downing of the unmanned drone”, navy commander Rear Admiral Hossein […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Syria’s Mediterranean oil pipelines mysteriously come under attack
BEIRUT, LEBANON (8:40 A.M.) – In what appears to be a deliberate attack on Syria’s oil industry, five pipelines were badly damaged on Sunday afternoon, the Syrian Oil Ministry reported. “We were informed yesterday about an oil leak off Baniyas. Specialist divers of the Syrian oil company investigated it and found traces of external damage […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Iran reveals another US spy drone flight: photos
Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has posted a map on his Twitter, which he says shows another US spy drone encroaching Iranian airspace on 26 May. He also hinted in the tweet that Iran has information about US preparations to blame the Islamic Republic for an attack on oil tankers. The map shows a US MQ9 Reaper […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
The Daily Brief 2019-06-22
This is a summary of 2 AMN articles on the following subjects: Trump, Aleppo, Syria. Categories covered in this brief: Iran, Syria Let us know how you like this brief in the comments below. — The AMN Live Team Table of Contents Who convinced Trump to not bomb Iran? Syrian Air Force destroys jihadist base […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
The West's Losing Battle for Hong Kong
*June 24, 2019* (Joseph Thomas - NEO) - Another pivotal battle is being fought over Hong Kong between Beijing and political forces backed by the special administrative region's former British colonial masters. At the heart of the battle is a proposed law that will allow suspects to be extradited to mainland China, Taiwan or Macau. The BBC in its article, "Hong Kong lawmakers fight over extradition law," would claim: *Critics believe the proposed switch to the extradition law would erode Hong Kong's freedoms.* By "critics," the BBC is referring to US and British-backed opposition, ... more »
The West's Losing Battle for Hong Kong
*June 24, 2019* (Joseph Thomas - NEO) - Another pivotal battle is being fought over Hong Kong between Beijing and political forces backed by the special administrative region's former British colonial masters. At the heart of the battle is a proposed law that will allow suspects to be extradited to mainland China, Taiwan or Macau. The BBC in its article, "Hong Kong lawmakers fight over extradition law," would claim: *Critics believe the proposed switch to the extradition law would erode Hong Kong's freedoms.* By "critics," the BBC is referring to US and British-backed opposition, ... more »
Turok et al.: a quantum fluctuation complaint against inflation
...and like most of Turok's papers, it's fundamentally wrong... Most of the arXiv.org papers that I cover are papers that I consider good – innovative, interesting, correct, solving something, presenting real possibilities. But I am not one of those people who think that people's judgement should be censored so that only "nice" appraisals are heard. In a healthy scientific process, one must unavoidably hear about wrong and bad papers. The elimination of wrong things is actually the primary procedure that the scientific method revolves around. One very bad hep-th paper today is Quant...more »
‘Stay Tuned’: Bolton Warns of More US Sanctions on Iran
RT Published on Jun 23, 2019 COURTESY: Israeli GPO US National Security Advisor John Bolton warned Iran not to ’mistake US prudence and discretion for weakness.’ He was speaking at a joint news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Sunday. end
US Senators Receive Classified UFO Briefing
CNN Published on Jun 20, 2019 A group of US senators, including the vice chair of the Senate Intelligence committee, received a classified briefing Wednesday about a series of reported encounters by the US Navy with unidentified aircraft, according to a congressional aide. – The entire “UFO-Aliens” meme is a psychological warfare against the sheeple. …
Israeli Snipers Shatter Dreams of Gazan Cyclist
Press TV Published on Jun 12, 2019 A young Gazan athlete who was once an aspiring biker is making a comeback as a Para-cyclist. Alaa Dali was only 21 when his leg was blown to pieces by Israeli snipers on the first day of the Great March of Return peaceful rallies last year. “In 2001, …
New NASA Finding Suggests Mars May Have Life After All – Report
New NASA Finding Suggests Mars May Have Life After All – Report by https://sputniknews.com/ NASA’s Curiosity rover previously detected traces of methane on Mars, confirmed by the European Space Agency (ESA) Mars Express mission. The Mars Trace Gas Orbiter, which recently landed on Mars, however, showed no signs of the gas, puzzling scientists. This week, …
‘Dollar Becoming Toxic’, More Nations Searching for Alternatives – Russia’s Foreign Intel Chief
‘Dollar Becoming Toxic’, More Nations Searching for Alternatives – Russia’s Foreign Intel Chief by https://www.rt.com/ The use of the US dollar presents risks and more nations are looking into finding alternative tools for doing business, according to the director of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service, Sergey Naryshkin. – He called US currency an anachronism of …
Why is JPMorgan Above the Law?
Why is JPMorgan Above the Law? by Theodore Butler, http://silverseek.com/ Recent developments indicate, almost beyond question, that when it comes to silver (and gold), JPMorgan is operating in direct violation of the law. So clear is the proof of this allegation that the only real question is why JPM is allowed to openly flaunt basic …
‘Hail Satan’ Prayer at Alaska Government Meeting Sparks Outrage
‘Hail Satan’ Prayer at Alaska Government Meeting Sparks Outrage by HANNAH BLEAU, https://www.breitbart.com/ A walkout occurred at an Alaska government meeting Tuesday after an official ended a prayer by uttering the words “Hail Satan,” local media reports. – The official, Iris Fontana — who also happens to be a member of the Satanic Temple — …
CHRISLAM Update: Pope Francis Calls for Major Theological Reforms in Catholic Schools in Order to Promote ‘Common Mission’ With Islam And Muslims
CHRISLAM Update: Pope Francis Calls for Major Theological Reforms in Catholic Schools in Order to Promote ‘Common Mission’ With Islam And Muslims by Geoffrey Grider, https://www.nowtheendbegins.com/ Pope Francis has issued a Chrislam call for reform within “the way theology is taught in Catholic schools, saying students must learn about dialogue with Judaism and Islam” and …
MH17 Investigations: Compromised From The Start
MH17 Investigations: Compromised From The Start by https://www.theautomaticearth.com/the-automatic-earth/ The investigation into the crash of the MH17 Malaysia Airlines plane in East Ukraine was always compromised, right from the start. The crash on July 17 2014 came shortly after the “Euromaidan revolution” in Kiev – which first began in November 2013 and culminated in the ousting …
How can a passenger get left on a plane?
Air Canada is investigating after a woman was left behind on one of its planes after she fell asleep during a flight. But how could a passenger be overlooked, and could the same thing happen in Australia?
Accused Claremont serial killer 'had women's underwear fetish'
Bradley Robert Edwards had a fetish for women's underwear dating back to when he was 13 or 14 years old, the Supreme Court is told, and was seen near the underwear drawer of a woman living at a property where he had attended a barbecue.
Kids of Greta Migrant Camp lament lack of monument 70 years on
Children of post-war European migrants call for permanent monument at Greta Migrant Camp in the NSW Hunter Valley.
'No regrets': Daniel Ricciardo unfazed by French Grand Prix time penalties
Just In - 21 hours ago
Daniel Ricciardo provides a colourful and blunt response to critics of his bold moves on the final lap of the French Grand Prix, which saw the Australian penalised twice and dropped from seventh to 11th place.
Infrastructure boom offsets apartment bust for construction workers
First Australia had the mining boom, then the east coast housing boom, now the nation's economic hopes are pinned to its biggest ever infrastructure boom.
Tsunami all-clear after magnitude-7.2 earthquake shakes Darwin
Residents in the Top End feel tables shaking and at least one building is being assessed for damage but there are no reports of injuries after the earthquake, which Geoscience Australia says struck at a depth of about 207 kilometres.
Morrison Government's re-election 'has quashed all hope': Asylum seeker sustains injuries after self-harming on Manus
A man from India sustains injuries after self-harming on Manus Island in the latest of a series of attempted suicides on Manus Island since the Coalition was re-elected in May.
No Teaching is terrified at those who fall away.
168. My messengers must help you in your battle. Earthly support is not reliable, but under the shelter of your invisible allies you will conquer. -*Leaves of Morya's Garden 1924* …….........................……….........................…… II, viii, 11. One may cite many examples when even high Magi left behind them unexpected consequences and a desire to find support in the lower strata of matter. Such perversion could be termed the channel of the intellect and can arrest for a long time the communion with other worlds. II, x, 2. Smilingly accept the baptism of achievement. Smil... more »
How the ‘Real’ America Is in Harmony With the Belt and Road Initiative
These new rules proposed by Xi Jinping and expressed by the BRI’s political economic practices are exactly what the best American patriots fought for, and so the question becomes: will America finalize the intention of the American Revolution by work by joining the New Silk Road or fail to recognize its own destiny?
Former Shale Gas CEO Says Fracking Revolution Has Been ‘A Disaster’ For Drillers, Investors
“Excluding capital, the big eight basin producers have destroyed on average 80 percent of the value of their companies since the beginning of the shale revolution,”
Rio Nightlife Guide for Monday, June 24, 2019
We have the top three picks for this Monday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option. PARTY: Baila Me @ Pub Kriok (Lapa) – You’re always guaranteed to kick off your week with a bang if you head down to Baila Me at Pub Kriok in […] The post Rio Nightlife Guide for Monday, June 24, 2019 appeared first on The Rio Times.
Brazil Ranks 26th in Civic Honesty Survey, Behind Argentina and Chile
By Arkady Petrov RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Civic honesty is essential to social capital and economic development but is often in conflict with material self-interest. A study conducted in 40 countries computed a ratio based on the return of deliberately “lost” wallets; the more cash was contained in them, the more often they were […] The post Brazil Ranks 26th in Civic Honesty Survey, Behind Argentina and Chile appeared first on The Rio Times.
Anatel Approves Plan to Expand Broadband Access in Brazil
By Richard Mann RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – The Board of Directors of the National Telecommunications Agency (Anatel) approved the Structural Plan of Telecommunications Networks (PERT). The goal is to expand broadband access in Brazil. The plan includes a diagnostic of the country’s telecommunications infrastructure and provides projects to overcome shortcomings. Expansion of transmission networks, […] The post Anatel Approves Plan to Expand Broadband Access in Brazil appeared first on The Rio Times.
Iron Maiden Vocalist Bruce Dickinson Stirs up Campus Party in Brasília
By Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Attentive eyes followed Iron Maiden vocalist Bruce Dickinson’s lecture, at Campus Party Brasília this Saturday, June 22nd. During the event, the singer drew applause from the audience when announcing that he will bring a different flavor of the band’s beer to Brazil, The Trooper. “We will bring […] The post Iron Maiden Vocalist Bruce Dickinson Stirs up Campus Party in Brasília appeared first on The Rio Times.
Son of Famous Brazilian TV Presenter Suffers Accident
By Contributing Reporter RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – One of the sons of host Luciano Huck and Angélica suffered an accident while practicing wakeboard in the Bay of Ilha Grande, in Angra dos Reis, Costa Verde, Saturday afternoon, June 22nd. Benício, 11, is hospitalized in the Copa Star Hospital, in the southern zone of Rio, […] The post Son of Famous Brazilian TV Presenter Suffers Accident appeared first on The Rio Times.
The Sham of Shareholder Capitalism
The mythology of shareholder capitalism does not stand up to scrutiny.
Quote of the Day
“The same people who insist against Jack Phillips’ right to refuse service are condemning YouTube for refusing to ban [Stephen] Crowder. Businesses have the right to make these decisions for themselves, except when they don’t. That’s the great thing about authoritarianism. You don’t need principles when you can just silence anybody who disagrees with you. Hypocrisy is… well, it’s baked into the cake.” —Jim Treacher
June 24th – 2019 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day #886
In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and … Continue reading →
Monday June 24th – Open Thread
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those … Continue reading →
Showdown in the Sky: Why the Air Force Is Developing a New Air-to-Air Missile
*David Axe* *Security, * Think Russia and China. The U.S. Air Force is developing a new air-to-air missile. The AIM-260 Joint Air Tactical Missile could fly farther than the AIM-120 Advanced Medium-Range Air-to-Air Missile, U.S. forces’ current main air-to-air missile, can do. The extra range could help Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps fighters to counter Chinese and Russian planes armed with their own long-range missiles. *Air Force* magazine reporter Rachel Cohen *broke the news* at an industry event in Ohio. “Air Force Weapons Program Executive Officer Brig. Gen. Anthony Ge...more »
Baptist Pastor Jailed During ‘Drag Queen Story Hour,’ SWAT Team Snipers Positioned Atop Library Roof
A Baptist pastor, Afhsin Yaghtin, was arrested and jailed after refusing to move across the street from the public library while exercising his right to free speech against a “Drag Queen Story Hour.” There was a strong police presence, including snipers on the rooftop.
Climate Emergency: Ireland Set to Ban Private Cars While Inviting Mass Migration from the Third World
The leaders in Ireland plan to use tax hikes, bans on fuel, and red tape to enact a new climate program that includes a scheme to force people out of their cars to reduce carbon emissions to zero by 2050.
Tucker Carlson Warns Republicans that the Koch Brothers Support Open Borders and Censorship of Conservatives
Tucker Carlson says that the Republican Party seems out of sync with conservative voters because the Koch brothers, major funders of the GOP, actually oppose most conservative policy goals. The Koch brothers support open borders. And they have now joined the left-wing campaign against free speech.
Bikers Bid Goodbye to 7 Motorcyclists Killed in Crash
A long-planned Blessing of the Bikes ceremony for motorcycle enthusiasts became a scene of mourning and reflection.
Faces of Food Safety: Meet Joseph Ndungu of FSIS
Compliance Investigator Joseph Ndungu is a six-year FSIS employee in the Northeast Region of the Office of Investigation, Enforcement and Audit’s (OIEA) Compliance Investigation Division (CID) and part of the investigative arm of the Agency, whose mission is to protect U.S. food in commerce. Ndungu and other compliance investigators contribute to the FSIS mission through... Continue Reading
USDA will operate new lab for most dangerous biological agents
The USDA will operate the new $1.25 billion biosafety level-4 laboratories the federal government is building in Manhattan, KS. A biosafety level 4 laboratory provides the highest level of containment facilities to isolate the most dangerous biological agents, meaning those with high fatality rates and no known treatments, such as the Ebola virus. The new... Continue Reading
Outbreak of infections linked to raw oysters appears to be over
The CDC has declared a U.S. outbreak of foodborne illnesses is over. A week before the declaration the implicated harvest area in Mexico was reopened. Public health officials continue to urge consumers to avoid raw seafood, especially in warmer months because warmer water makes it easier for pathogens to reproduce. Sixteen people from five states... Continue Reading
Tweets For Today
Turkey's opposition strikes blow to Erdogan with Istanbul mayoral win https://t.co/HwQRq4Qsie pic.twitter.com/H3fuYP6fes — Reuters Top News (@Reuters) June 24, 2019 Greek armed forces on standby for Turkish moves in East Med, Aegean https://t.co/Sywtk10DFL — Bob Hein (@the_sailor_dog) June 24, 2019 BBC News - US 'launched cyber-attack on Iran weapons systems' https://t.co/CRSLnP1SML — Small Wars Journal (@smallwars) June 24, 2019 China will not allow Hong Kong issue to be discussed at G20 summit https://t.co/oeHD3AtPd6 pic.twitter.com/CJyITFb0fc — Reuters Top News (@Reuters) ... more »
Legal challenge launched against validity of AFP warrant to raid ABC
The ABC has mounted a legal challenge against a warrant the Australian Federal Police served on the broadcaster and is demanding the return of files seized during a raid earlier this month.
Former WA police minister John Kobelke dies in Perth hospital aged 69
Six years after quitting Parliament following a political career spanning more than two decades, former Gallop and Carpenter Labor government minister John Kobelke dies at the age of 69.
Spitting, threatened walk-offs, crazy goals — England v Cameroon had it all
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An extraordinary Women's World Cup game sees England advance past Cameroon — but not before a string of controversial incidents, with the Cameroon side refusing to play on at times after decisions go against them.
Parts of Darwin CBD evacuated after magnitude-7.2 earthquake in Banda Sea
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Residents in the Top End feel tables shaking but there are no reports of major damage or injuries after the earthquake, which Geoscience Australia says struck at a depth of about 207 kilometres.
Heritage apples making cider sexy in a bid to arrest falling sales
Looking backward to go forward, craft cider makers are using historic apple varieties to help arrest plummeting cider sales.
Labor refuses to back full Coalition tax plan, calls for changes
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Labor leader Anthony Albanese says he wants Scott Morrison to bring forward tax cuts for incomes up to $120,000, while calling for a delay to debate about tax cuts for higher-income earners.
'Sporting story of the year': World reacts to Ash Barty's triumph
Ash Barty's world number one triumph is set to be commemorated in her home state of Queensland as sporting legends and celebrities across the globe praise the "humble" 23-year-old's remarkable victory.
Climate activists end blockade of German coal mine as operator threatens to press charges
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Hundreds of climate activists call an end to their protest inside one of Germany's biggest open-pit coal mines after police repeatedly ordered them to leave, pulling some protesters from the site.
Give babies peanut butter before they turn one to help avoid allergies, authorities say
Parents are being told to introduce foods with peanuts to their baby's diet before they turn one-year-old to reduce their chance of developing food allergies, as part of a National Allergy Strategy launched today.
Paul Krugman Probably Doesn’t Realize He Just Summarized What Joe Biden Has On Offer
On Saturday Paul Krugman wrote in his *NY Times* column that this week he will be “participating in an Economic Policy Institute conference on ‘excessive wealth disorder’— the problems and dangers created by extreme concentration of income and wealth at the top.” Notes On Excessive Wealth Disorder— How Not To Repeat The Mistakes Of 2011 deals not so much with the 1 percent but with “the role of the 0.1 percent, or maybe the 0.01 percent— the truly wealthy, not the ‘$400,000 a year working Wall Street stiff’ memorably ridiculed in the movie *Wall Street*. This is a really tiny group... more »
Picture Of The Day
The sun rises as a reveller welcomes in the Summer Solstice at the Stonehenge stone circle, in Amesbury, June 21. REUTERS/Hannah McKay *WNU Editor:* The above picture came from this photo-gallery .... *Summer solstice* (Reuters).
Ethiopia Army Chief Shot Dead In Failed Coup
*BBC:* *Ethiopia army chief shot dead in 'coup bid' attacks* The chief of staff of the Ethiopian army, Gen Seare Mekonnen, has been shot dead by his own bodyguard in the capital, Addis Ababa. He and another officer died trying to prevent a coup attempt against the administration in Ethiopia's northern Amhara region, PM Abiy Ahmed said. In Amhara itself, regional governor Ambachew Mekonnen was killed along with an adviser. The government says the situation is under control after arrests were made. The prime minister has gone on TV to urge Ethiopians to unite in the face of "evil" ... more »
São Paulo Nightlife Guide for Monday, June 24, 2019
We have the top three picks for this Monday, and below there is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option. MÚSICA BRASILEIRA: Viva Dominguinhos (Centro) – A night dedicated to one of the true accordion masters and composers in Brazil, Dominguinhos, happening in Sesc Carmo. Singers Marcelo Jeneci, Flávia Bittencourt […] The post São Paulo Nightlife Guide for Monday, June 24, 2019 appeared first on The Rio Times.
Net Zero Emissions Will Never Be “Achieved;” Reduced Global CO2 Emissions Will Be Hard Enough
The basic position of the climate “environmentalists” (CEs) on energy has long been that CO2 emissions should be drastically reduced (which, they claim, would reduce global temperatures). They are trying to achieve this while being anti-nuclear, anti-fracking, and anti-fossil fuels. They instead favor “renewables” except hydro power. They favor government intervention to achieve these energy […]
"The Land of Dreams..."
* “The Land of Dreams”* “Father, O father! what do we here In this land of unbelief and fear? The Land of Dreams is better far, Above the light of the morning star.” - William Blake Moody Blues, "Land of Make Believe" Pictures from the North of Scotland.
Beijing Shocked President Trump Maintains Wrong Thinking to Magnanimous Panda Ahead of G20…
Oh dear, China is unhappy. According to the Global Times President Trump is not “showing enough good faith” to demonstrate he “wishes to ease the trade tensions” with magnanimous panda. Sincerity is not being observed. The G20 is coming up … Continue reading →
Former Joint Chiefs Of Staff Chairman Mike Mullen: 'The Last Thing In The World We Need Right Now Is A War With Iran'
"The last thing in the world we need right now is a war with Iran. I really would like to know that the American people feel we should not go to war with Iran," former Joint Chiefs chairman Mike Mullen tells @MarthaRaddatz https://t.co/jWRB6H5Cmf pic.twitter.com/UZENLsf2ff — This Week (@ThisWeekABC) June 23, 2019 *The Hill:* *Former Joint Chiefs chairman: 'The last thing in the world we need right now is a war with Iran'* Former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Mike Mullen on Sunday stressed the importance of avoiding war with Iran, saying it "could spin out of control." "I really ... more »
Michael Jackson’s Popularity Endures, Even After New Scandal
The documentary “Leaving Neverland” presented a disturbing depiction of Michael Jackson as a child molester, but the initial wave of negative publicity hasn’t greatly diminished the King of Pop’s image or the enduring popularity of his music.
Snowing in Bozeman one day before summer – Video
Snowfall was reported in the Bozeman, Montana, area on Thursday. “Crazy weather,” says Q2 News. Thanks to Ian Burns for this video The post Snowing in Bozeman one day before summer – Video appeared first on Ice Age Now.
Turkish President Erdogan's Ally Loses Controversial Mayoral Re-Run In Istanbul
*NBC/Reuters:* *Blow to Turkey's Erdogan as opposition wins big in Istanbul* *The election was seen as a test of Turks' ability to check what many saw as their president's increasingly authoritarian power.* ISTANBUL — Turkey's main opposition claimed a decisive victory on Sunday in Istanbul's re-run election, dealing one of the biggest blows to President Tayyip Erdogan during his 16 years in power and promising a new beginning in the country's largest city. Ekrem Imamoglu, mayoral candidate of the secularist Republican People's Party, was leading with 54 percent of votes against 4... more »
Sam the Banana Man and United Fruit – from Coup to Coup
Sam Zemurray migrated from the Russian empire to the United States at age 14; created a banana empire in Latin … Continue reading →
Tweet Of The Week: Trump 4Evah!
President Donald Trump released a hilarious video on his Twitter account on Friday that essentially declared himself to be president forever, in what is a giant troll aimed at the media, the Democratic Party and especially Nutsy Nancy Pelosi who are all instilling fear in their base of a permanent case of TDS. The video features a cover from TIME Magazine that shows Trump campaign yard signs lasting well beyond 2020. The video then alters the cover to show the campaign campaign yard signs extending thousands of years into the future while “In the Hall of the Mountain King” from … Con...more »
New York Law Gives Illegal Aliens the Ability to Vote After Obtaining Driver’s License
The New York state law that allows the 725,000 illegal aliens to obtain driver's licenses when they are of age is supported by state Democrats and the big business lobby.
Socialist Bernie Sanders, and 10 Other Candidates, Call for Taxpayer-Funded Healthcare to Include Illegal Aliens, at a Cost of $32 Trillion Over 10 Years
Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders, a socialist, vowed to “organize the American people” to support his Medicare for All plan that would cover the nearly 11 million illegal aliens.
On The Advantage of Having a Philosophical View
To have a philosophical view of the world is like going up a mountain and from the height taking a look at the world below. All the filth and confusion, sadness and pain, irrationality and malice fade away and what you have is a sanitized, grand, orderly, and sublime perspective of civilization.
The Royal Navy on 31 Occasions in 2018 Intercepted Russian Warships
*David Axe* *Security, Europe* Problem? British warships last year sortied to intercept Russian vessels sailing near U.K. waters at a rate twice what it was in 2013, U.K. Defense Journal *reported*. Royal Navy ships on 31 occasions in 2018 intercepted Russian ships, up from 12 occasions in 2013. The period of heightened Russian naval activity roughly coincided with Russia’s annexation of Ukraine in 2014, the Russian intervention in Syria in 2015 and escalating tensions between Russia and NATO along the North Atlantic alliance’s eastern flank. U.K. Defense Journal published it... more »
Sunday Talks: Shifty Schiff Outlines Coordinated Plan With Mueller For “Testimony”…
Shifty appears with for an interview with Furrowed Brow to push the impeachment narrative etc. Within the interview Shifty talks about lengthy coordination and careful planning with Robert Mueller for a scripted July appearance. [Prompted to 05:38 just hit play] … Continue reading →
Does the US even have a strategy for dealing with Iran?
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It is fair to say that Washington's unilateral withdrawal from an agreement with which Tehran was complying has brought neither calm nor peace. The obvious question is where to from here, writes Rodger Shanahan.
Police search for second man over Sunnybank shooting
Police charge a 24-year-old man with being an accessory to attempted murder and are continuing to search for a 38-year-old man in relation to an alleged shooting at Sunnybank over the weekend.
'The only appropriate decision': Leadbeater's possum remains critically endangered
Victoria's faunal emblem keeps its critically endangered status, in a decision from Environment Minister Sussan Ley that is likely to come as a blow to the state's embattled native logging industry.
Police deployed after 11 Republicans flee their jobs
It's an unlikely game of cat and mouse, but one that has found itself unfolding in the US state of Oregon, where 11 Republican senators have gone into hiding in a bid to block a vote on a landmark climate plan.
Stealth camera catches rare footage of 'curious' giant squid deep in Gulf of Mexico
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After weeks of searching deep, dark waters below the surface of the Gulf of Mexico, an international team of scientists films the tentacles of a giant squid reaching toward an optical lure, or "e-jelly".
'We're committed to fight for equality': GoFundMe axes Israel Folau's campaign
Sacked Wallaby Israel Folau’s bid to raise $3 million to pay for legal action against Rugby Australia is thwarted by GoFundMe, which has deleted his page saying it violated its terms of service.
'The centre of our universe': Parents remember teen killed by Lamborghini
The parents of a 15-year-old who was hit by a Lamborghini on the footpath outside a Chinese restaurant in Adelaide release an emotional statement about their loss, saying their lives "will never be the same again".
NATO Aims To Recognize Space As A Domain Of Warfare This Year
FILE PHOTO: Employees chat at a production line of Airbus' European Service Module (ESM), which is delivered for NASA's Orion Spaceship, at the Airbus plant in Bremen, Germany, February 19, 2019. Picture taken February 19,2019. REUTERS/Fabian Bimmer/File Photo *Reuters*: *Exclusive: NATO aims to make space new frontier in defense* BRUSSELS (Reuters) - NATO aims to recognize space as a domain of warfare this year, four senior diplomats said, partly to show U.S. President Donald Trump that the alliance is relevant and adapting to new threats after he signed off on the creation of a U...more »
Growing Evidence Of Wind Farms’ Horrific Toll On Wildlife: This Time From India
Originally posted on PA Pundits - International: By Bonner Cohen, Ph.D. ~ Eagles, hawks, bats – these are among the most prominently cited avian wildlife regularly slaughtered by industrial-sized wind-power facilities that – thanks to taxpayer subsidies and state renewable-energy mandates — continue to spread like wildfire across rural America. The affliction is by no…
Sea Ice Extent (Global Antarctic and Arctic) – Day 173 – 2019
Originally posted on sunshine hours: South / North
Aleut Concentration Camps, Migrant Child Concentration Camps: US Violates Human Rights with Ongoing Torture and Imprisonment
Aleut children in internment camp Update six and one-half years later. The original article below was posted on Nov. 18, 2012. Censored News came under attack by trolls who wanted to discredit the facts this weekend in June of 2019, so we have reposted it, with our current Facebook comment added: "Aleut Concentration Camps -- It took a long time to find this link, which Google buried, of
Miscalculations in the US-Iran Conflict Could Lead to a ‘World War,’ Says Malaysia’s Mahathir
Miscalculations in the US-Iran Conflict Could Lead to a ‘World War,’ Says Malaysia’s Mahathir by Joanna Tan, https://www.cnbc.com/ * Tensions between the the U.S. and Iran tested new highs on Thursday, when Tehran shot down an unmanned American military spy drone. * “I think as far as I can see, it is America, which is …
Why U.S. War With Iran Would Lead to “Global Economic Catastrophe”
Democracy Now! Published on Jun 22, 2019 The United States going to war with Iran would “lead to global economic catastrophe unlike anything we’ve seen in contemporary history,” says Mohammad Marandi, a professor at the University of Tehran who helped negotiate the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. “All of the oil and gas facilities, as well …
Jesse Ventura: “The Gulf of Oman Narrative Sounds Like the Gulf of Tonkin…”
RT America Published on Jun 21, 2019 Jesse Ventura and producer Brigida Santos discuss the latest protests in Hong Kong, why U.S. allies doubt the narrative that Iran led attacks on two oil-tanker in the Gulf of Oman, and the death of Egypt’s first democratically elected leader Mohamed Morsi. Author Denise Hearn (The Myth of …
Iran Downs US Spy Drone: Who’s The Aggressor?
RonPaulLibertyReport Streamed live on Jun 20, 2019 The downing of a US spy drone near (or within) Iranian airspace has – conveniently for neocons – raised tension and further boxed in President Trump. Pressure on Trump for a military response to Iranian “aggression” will increase. Will he take the bait this time? Or will more …
Kevin Shipp: Trump Dossier Covered-Up Illegal NSA Surveillance. Global Espionage Attack on Trump Worst in History
Kevin Shipp: Trump Dossier Covered-Up Illegal NSA Surveillance. Global Espionage Attack on Trump Worst in History by Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com (Early Sunday Release) Former CIA Officer and whistleblower Kevin Shipp says abuse of the National Security Agency (NSA) spy data (Section 702 of the FISA Act – warrantless surveillance program) used against President Trump to remove …
Ode to Kim…
And now…. for something completely different. Considering the recent back-and-forth hostage negotiations between Chairman Xi and President Trump with rocket-man Chairman Kim stuck in the middle… tonight, we lighten up the DPRK:
Trump Approved Cyberattacks on Iranian Missile systems
From Middle East Monitor (MEMO): “Trump approved cyberattacks on Iranian missile systems June 23, 2019 at 9:57 am | Published … Continue reading →
'Just hang on': Fourteen people rescued after boat catches fire off Gladstone
After a cancer diagnosis rocks the family, the Alexanders book a fishing trip in order to spend time together. But the outing takes a turn for the worse when their boat catches fire off the Gladstone coast.
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