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Press Briefing With Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection Mark Morgan…
Acting Commissioner of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Mark Morgan holds a press conference to update on the status of ongoing border security and immigration enforcement. [Video and Transcript Below] Border arrests fell to roughly 51,000 in August, a more … Continue reading →
Sara Jacobs Is Back-- And Ready To Drop Another Couple Million Dollars Of Her Parents' Money To Buy A Congressional Seat
The last time Sara Jacobs ran for Congress, it was in the Orange County/San Diego County district that Darrell Issa had abandoned as "too blue." It also turned out to be "too blue" for the Qualcomm heiress. She spent gigantically in the primary-- $2,714,931, of which $2,125,798 (78%) came out of personal money her family gave her. The biggest single candidate expenditure-- by FAR (like nearly by a factor of 10!)-- that EMILY's List made-- $2,362,544-- in 2018 was for Jacobs. They sure love supporting rich women, richer the better, which has become their top priority and their tr... more »
Brexit News Links 9 September 2019
9 September 2019 — The New Dark Age There may be some duplication due to cross-posting and may be updated throughout the day, so check back Could a no-deal Brexit still happen on 31 October? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-49612757 Today’s links 9 September 2019 http://mikewhitneysgraspingatstraws.blogspot.com/2019/09/todays-links_9.html Deal or No Deal, Brexit Poses “Serious Human Rights Concerns” https://www.commondreams.org/newswire/2019/09/09/deal-or-no-deal-brexit-poses-serious-human-rights-concerns?cd-origin=rss No-deal Brexit delay … Continue reading Brexit News Links ... more »
With strikes against Iran, Netanyahu risks jeopardising his closest alliance
The US has not taken kindly to Israel’s actions in Iraq, fearing that a local backlash could endanger the 5,000 troops it has stationed there
Bolton And Pompeo Beat Down Trump's Afghan Peace Deal
Snatching war from the jaws of peace, the long-worked on peace deal negotiated between the US and Taliban leaders has apparently been tossed into the trash can and the US will return to its 18 year losing battle in Afghanistan. The deal's demise was blamed on an apparent Taliban car bomb, but there may be much more to it than that. Tune in to today's Liberty Report:
Online Pre-K Continues To Spread Like A Big Stupid Plague
So this article pops up on my screen-- the Hechinger Report's Bracey Harris asking "Can 15 minutes a day of online preschool help prepare a child for kindergarten?" I might have suggested a rewrite on the headline, something along the line of "Why in the name of all that's holy are you putting a four-year-old child in front a screen and subjecting her to kindergarten prep software!" Stop farting around and get to work kidLook, I'll warn you right up front-- long time readers of this blog will not find me saying anything here that I have not said before, but 1) I'm pretty sure most ... more »
"The U.S. Economy Is Just Waiting to Crash"
*"The U.S. Economy Is Just Waiting to Crash"* By Bill Bonner YOUGHAL, IRELAND – "What goes around comes around. Last week, we were listing the few things we’ve learned over the last 20 years. Among them was that the main insights of economics could be found not in the Federal Reserve’s claptrap formulae or in flattering corporate reports, but in old-timers’ sayings and old wives’ tales. And today, we wonder when what went around to Zimbabwe and Venezuela will come around to the United States of America. *Jewel to Sh*thole: *The inquiry was sparked by last week’s news. Here at the... more »
Robert Baer: CIA And FBI Have Never Trusted Trump
*WNU Editor:* According to former CIA operative Robert Baer, the CIA and FBI have never trusted President Trump. I think it is worse than that. When you look at former officials like FBI Director Comey, former Director of National Intelligence Clapper, and former CIA Director John Brennan, they have made it very clear in the past three years that they fundamentally disagree with the policies that President Trump ran on successfully in 2016. And even though they are no longer employed by the government, the people they hired and promoted are still there who I am sure share the same ... more »
Geoengineering Watch Global Alert News, September 7, 2019, #213
By Dane Wigington GeoengineeringWatch.org Weather all over the world is becoming rapidly more erratic and destructive. What factors are playing a part in the complex weather/climate equation? How can we know what we are not being told by any “official” source? Who gets to decide what is “real” news, and what is not? What happens […] The post Geoengineering Watch Global Alert News, September 7, 2019, #213 appeared first on Health Nut News.
‘Erin Brockovich’ Carcinogen in Tap Water of More than 200 Million Americans – Check Your City Here
It’s been almost 25 years since environmental crusader Erin Brockovich stood up for the residents of Hinkley, California after the carcinogenic chemical called chromium-6 was found in the town’s drinking water. Unfortunately, the conflict over chromium-6 is far from over. A new EWG review of federal data from nationwide drinking water tests shows that the […] The post ‘Erin Brockovich’ Carcinogen in Tap Water of More than 200 Million Americans – Check Your City Here appeared first on Health Nut News.
"Economic Market Snapshot Noon 9/9/19"
• Gregory Mannarino, “A Trade Deal In November Now? Seriously? Plus Market Updates” - https://www.traderschoice.net/ • MarketWatch Market Summary, Live Updates - https://www.marketwatch.com/tools/marketsummary • CNN Market Data: - http://money.cnn.com/data/markets/ CNN Fear And Greed Index: - http://money.cnn.com/data/fear-and-greed/
"We May Know..."
"We may know that the work we continue to put off doing will be bad. Worse, however, is the work we never do. A work that's finished is at least finished. It may be poor, but it exists, like the miserable plant in the lone flowerpot of my neighbor who's crippled. That plant is her happiness, and sometimes it's even mine. What I write, bad as it is, may provide some hurt or sad soul a few moments of distraction from something worse. That's enough for me, or it isn't enough, but it serves some purpose, and so it is with all of life." - Fernando Pessoa
Contact and the Williamsburg UFO Sighting
While watching that new UFO program known as *Contact*, I noticed that one of the things the field investigators did, when they arrived in Waynesboro, Virginia, was access the local archives. They wanted to learn the history of the Waynesboro area, so they searched a bunch of old newspaper clippings. I’ve done that myself, in locations where the newspapers have morgues that have sorted their past articles by type or subject. That means I could ask the librarian for the files about UFOs and not have to search through newspapers using microfilm. A quick way to learn some of the local... more »
States Led by Texas Target Google in New Antitrust Probe
Fifty U.S. states and territories, led by Texas, announced an investigation into Google’s “potential monopolistic behavior.”
Did Trump Personally Donate $1M to Bahamas Relief Fund?
The U.S. government as a whole did provide aid to the Bahamas after Hurricane Dorian in summer 2019.
Was Michelle Obama Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature?
Her husband, former U.S. President Barack Obama, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2009.
Parents Slam Schools That Don’t Warn Them of Threats
While schools are more vigilant than ever about threats or signs of potential violence, some have faced intense criticism for favoring privacy over informing the community.
Coast Guard Drills Through Hull: 4 ‘OK’ Inside Cargo Ship
Rescuers are communicating with the trapped sailors through a hole they drilled, but getting them out poses difficult technical challenges.
Virginia Governor Selects First Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Dr. Janice Underwood was named Virginia’s first director of diversity, equity and inclusion by Governor Ralph Northam. Underwood previously served as the director of diversity initiatives at Old Dominion University. In her new position, Underwood will promote inclusivity within the state government as well as develop strategic plans to address systemic inequities. “I am deeply […]
Alabama Dean of Students Resigns After Far-Right Organization Criticizes Tweets
Dr. Jamie Riley, assistant vice president and dean of students at the University of Alabama, resigned last week after his tweets condemning systematic racism and police were criticized by far-right website Breitbart News. Riley’s tweets from over two years ago were featured in Breitbart’s article which discussed Black academic’s observations about racism in the United […]
Secretary Steven Mnuchin Discusses Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Reform, China Trade Negotiations and Overall U.S. Economy…
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin appears for an interview with Maria Bartiromo to discuss the Trump administration’s efforts to return privatization to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the state of the U.S. economy, U.S. trade talks with China, USMCA and government … Continue reading →
President Trump Presents Medal of Valor and Heroic Commendations…
Earlier today President Trump and Attorney General William Barr participated in a ceremony to recognize the valor and heroic commendations for law enforcement and civilian responders during shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio. [Video and Transcript below] [Transcript] … Continue reading →
Reps Collins and Jordan Discuss “Pitiful” House Impeachment Effort…
Apparently Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler is planning to return the focus of the House toward the democrats ongoing effort to impeach President Trump. Washington, D.C. – Today, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler announced the House Judiciary Committee will … Continue reading →
Free Download: Erich Fromm, "The Sane Society"
*"The Sane Society"* by Erich Fromm “The sick individual finds himself at home with all other similarly sick individuals. The whole culture is geared to this kind of pathology. The result is that the average individual does not experience the separateness and isolation the fully schizophrenic person feels. He feels at ease among those who suffer from the same deformation; in fact, it is the fully sane person who feels isolated in the insane society - and he may suffer so much from the incapacity to communicate that it is he who may become psychotic. In the context of this study th... more »
1892 Consensus : Intelligence Caused By A Warm Climate
By 1892, scientists were pondering if Martians were more intelligent than Eskimos, and said a cold climate causes intelligence not to develop. 18 Aug 1892, 2 – The North-Eastern Daily Gazette at Newspapers.com
Some House Dem’s Power Trip pushing the bounds of sane behavior
Over the last few weeks, Nadler and other leading Democrats in the House of Representatives have been making the rounds through letters and pushing around their collective weight on several issues. Rather than actually be responsible and responsive to the problems and bills currently under consideration for legislation, Nadler has become the modern day version of Chief Justice William Stoughton who presided over the infamous Salem witch trials of 1692. He even resembles the image of the judge in appearance. This might give rise to solid evidence of prior lives for those that believe... more »
9/11: The Second of Two Stories for Your Consideration
Here’s a video about the events of 9/11 that many have labeled the most concise five minute report ever placed on YouTube. Source is The Corbett Report, and this video first appeared on 11 September 2011. You be the judge of what follows: –– Safespace —
9/11: The First of Two Stories for Your Consideration
First, here’s a detailed look at our National Security folks as they convened in a secure room below the White House and considered how to react to events unfolding in the air over America that morning. You’ll also read about the military response to Flight 93, and the cockpit transcripts from that doomed airliner. While I would not for one second doubt the words of the uniformed service members and of folks at the level of White House Chief Usher, I suggest you use intelligence guided by experience when evaluating the veracity of comments made by Dick Cheney, Condoleezza Rice, … Co... more »
"Turning on the Light"
*"Turning on the Light"* by James Howard Kunstler "For years, lawmakers in deeply blue, proudly progressive New York City have grappled with a seemingly intractable problem: Its schools are among the most segregated in the nation. " - The New York Times "And so Bill de Blasio, New York’s Mayor, who has been busy running for president, proposes to end the sorting-out system for the “gifted and talented” (G & T) that is theoretically responsible for that segregation. 75 percent of the G & T kids are Asian and white and, according to the school system’s Diversity Task Force, are not e... more »
Endocrine Disruptor Hype: 'Vaping May Harm Fertility In Young Women' Says Press Release, But The Study Was In Mice
If we want to understand why one political group denies vaccines and another that pollution is bad, we need look no farther than press releases touting mouse studies or statistical correlation as having human relevance, when they are only exploratory. Everyone sees this stuff gets promoted in mainstream media, they know it is fake, and it becomes impossible for people to trust anything. Even their own political side or field. People assume everyone is hyping results for attention if even their own side is. read more
Echoes of past blogposts
If you have been blogging for a few years, you likely witness some of your older blogposts resurfacing with more interest. In my case, it is not uncommon for some older posts to be more widely read than at the … Continue reading →
Should black citizens receive "special favors?"
*MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2019At the Post, youth being served:* Yesterday, the Washington Post published a rather tangy analysis piece in its Outlook section. The essay was written by Alexander Agadjanian. He was identified as a "research associate" in the "MIT Election Lab." What made the essay so tangy? According to Agadjanian, Candidate Biden scores well among Democratic primary voters who exhibit sexism and racism. That's a rather unflattering claim to make about Candidate Biden, and about the Democratic electorate. As noted, Agadjanian was identified as a research associate at t... more »
Texas AG Office Continues Fight for Dignity of the Unborn in Fetal Remains Case
[image: texas-ag-office-continues-fight-for-dignity-of-the-unborn-in-fetal-remains-case] The office of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton continued the fight to defend the dignity of aborted babies on Thursday in arguments before a panel of the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in defense of Senate Bill 8, the AP reports.
Tough tuggers
Old Salt Blog informs us that the 27th Annual Great North River Tugboat Race was held in New York City last weekend. Here are three video clips filmed from *Vinik No. 6*, the 49-year-old winner of the tug race this year. First, the opening parade of tugboats old and new: Next, the tugboat race: And finally, the pushing contest, where the tugs take on each other head-to-head: Looks like a good time was had by all, with lots of friends, family and tourists riding along on the boats for the day. Peter
VW Warning: EU Climate Policies “Threaten The Very Existence” Of Germany’s Car Industry
By Paul Homewood Far too often in this country, big business has been only too happy to prostrate itself over global warming. In Germany, however, there are signs of resistance: Diess lamented that the EU’s campaign against conventional petrol cars was “threatening the very existence” of Germany’s car industry. “The current campaign against […]
State AGs Unveil Sweeping Antitrust Probe Against Google On Steps Of The Supreme Court
By Tyler Durden In the latest legal push that could ultimately result in the break-up of one of the world’s largest tech firms, a bipartisan... more »
Gender equality set to be achieved in the Senate for the first time
Women and men will make up equal numbers in the Australian Senate for the first time with the anticipated arrival of a former Liberal MP.
British Airways grounds nearly all flights for 48 hours as pilots strike over pay
Just In - 10 hours ago
British Airways begins a two-day strike, grounding nearly all of its flights and disrupting thousands of passengers in a dispute over pay.
Doctor who exposed medicine's 'disgusting open secret' warns it's not over yet
Just In - 10 hours ago
Three years ago an anonymous junior doctor lay bare the "rotten" underside of medical training and the "disgusting open secret" of doctor suicide. Now she's outed herself and says not enough has changed.
Why the Glock 21 Still Dominates Today
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, Americas* [image: https://adelbridge.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Glock-21-Gen-2.jpg] We break it down. *Selling the Glock 21 to existing Glock owners was a relatively easy task. * In 1990, the world of the .45 ACP cartridge was turned upside down. For more than seventy years the domain of the Colt 1911, a new Austrian handgun, dared to use the venerable old bullet in a modern design that included, of all things, a polymer frame. Glock’s adoption of the .45 ACP in the new Glock 21 likely saved the cartridge—and all of its users—from obscurity, and m... more »
Could America Ever Build a Hybrid Aircraft Carrier-Battleship?
*Kyle Mizokami* *History, Americas* [image: https://www.dvidshub.net/image/5721441/190904-n-nx690-0008] A good idea? *Two elevators would bring Boeing AV-8B Harrier II jump-jets up from a new hangar to the flight deck. It was envisioned such a conversion could support up to twelve Harriers.* In the early 1980s, the Reagan Administration was looking to fund high visibility defense programs. Reagan had been elected on a platform of rebuilding the armed services after the “hollowing out” of the early 1970s. One example was the reactivation of four World War II-era Iowa-class battl... more »
We Don't Know the Final Death Toll of Hurricane Dorian
*Shelby Talcott* *Environment, Americas* [image: Members of the Bahamian Defense Force remove bodies from the destroyed Abaco shantytown called Pigeon Peas, after Hurricane Dorian in Marsh Harbour, Bahamas September 8, 2019. Picture taken September 8, 2019. REUTERS/Zach Fagenson] The official death toll is 44. But the real number might be higher. *Some victims of the storm may have been washed out to sea and will never be recovered, Bahamian Health Minister Dr. Duane Sands told ABC News Sunday.* Forty-four people have been confirmed dead in the Bahamas and thousands more are in... more »
Can the Queen Save Parliament from Its Brexit Debacle?
*Hunter DeRensis* *Politics, Europe* [image: Reuters] There’s never been a bill that has been opposed by a prime minister but supported by a parliament that refuses to take power. The British political system exploded this week when Tory Minister of Parliament Philip Lee switched parties and joined the Liberal Democrats, which eliminated the Conservative Party’s one-seat working majority in Parliament. “I wish my honorable friend all the best,” said Prime Minister Boris Johnson, interrupting his speech on trade relations to address the earthquake happening right in front of him. ... more »
New Poll: Sanders, Warren Surging While Biden, Harris Slip
*Chris White* *Politics, Americas* [image: Democratic 2020 U.S. presidential candidate and former U.S. Vice President Joe Biden waves to the crowd after addressing the New Hampshire Democratic Party state convention in Manchester, New Hampshire, U.S. September 7, 2019. REUTERS/Gretchen Ertl] Can the establishment favorites recover their lead? *Warren has benefited most as supporters slowly move away from Harris, according to the poll.* Sens. Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren are clipping on former Vice President Joe Biden’s heels as each vie for the 2020 Democratic presidenti... more »
Apple Breaks Chinese Labor Law in Rush to Build iPhones
*Audrey Conklin* *Technology, Asia* [image: Employees work at a Foxconn factory in Wuhan, Hubei province, in this August 31, 2012 picture. REUTERS/Stringer (CHINA)] Half of its factory workforce are illegal workers. *One temporary worker jumped to his death from a Zhengzhou Foxconn factory dormitory in 2018 reportedly because he did not receive his bonus, The South China Morning Post reported.* Apple and its manufacturing partner, Foxconn, violated Chinese labor rules by hiring temporary workers to produce its latest iPhone model, a Chinese Labor Watch (CLW) report revealed Mond... more »
Tulsi Gabbard: Don't Impeach Trump
*Chris White* *Politics, Americas* [image: 2020 Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard speaks at the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines, Iowa, U.S., August 9, 2019. REUTERS/Scott Morgan] Will any other 2020 Democrats stand against impeachment? *More than 35 new Democrats have publicly backed an impeachment inquiry since July, meaning a majority of House Democrats now support the effort to push out Trump, according to CNN.* Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard opposes impeaching President Donald Trump even as members of her own caucus seek to remove him from ... more »
Hackers Use A.I. Weapon to Impersonate CEO
*Chris White* *Technology, Europe* [image: People pose in front of a display showing the word 'cyber' in binary code, in this picture illustration taken in Zenica December 27, 2014. Picture taken December 27, 2014. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic (BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA)] Will cyber-criminals mimick your voice with a 'deepfake'? *The thieves used a system that breaks down a person’s voice into sounds or syllables, which can then be rearranged to form new phrases with similar speech. Euler Hermes was unaware of which software was used, but similar software is widely available on the Internet a... more »
35 Years to Finally Build: Meet India's Arjun Tank
*Kyle Mizokami* *History, Asia* [image: By Ajai Shukla - Image, taken from Ajai Shukla's blog at ajaishukla.blogspot.com, CC BY 2.5 in, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3950546] Worth it? *DRDO decided to make the tank, called Arjun, a mostly Indian design.* In the mid-1970s, India began development on a totally new, advanced main battle tank that would satisfy the needs of the country’s Armored Corps. An impressive combination of firepower, armor protection and mobility, the tank was to be India’s first indigenously produced tank—and one of the best in the world.... more »
TRUMP, A MALIGNANT NARCISSIST, IS NOT VERY GOOD AT NARCISSISM
The president tweeted this a few hours ago: 94% Approval Rating in the Republican Party, a record. Thank you! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) September 9, 2019 There's just one problem: As *The Washington Post*'s Philip Bump notes, no recent public poll shows Trump above 88% among Republicans. All of the latest polls show him in the mid- to high 80s -- which seems impressive enough -- but Trump feels the need to bump that number up even more. As CNN's Daniel Dale has noted, Trump has a habit of boasting in numbers -- and inflating those numbers, even when the correct numbers ... more »
Internal Pressure and Planet Formation
Our thinking on how planetary systems form includes the accretion of rocky bodies within a disk surrounding a young star, and we’re examining such disks in numerous systems, such as the well studied Beta Pictoris. But the idea of accretion leaves many issues unsettled, such as what happens when large rocky bodies collide in the […]
Ethiopia’s Choice: Poverty through Grievance or Prosperity through Unity
My father used to always respond with this one rejoinder during my youth every time I came home and complained about some injustice that I felt was done against me. So what? In ways I did not have the wisdom to understand, my dad was preparing me for a life that is often unfair but one that is nonetheless blessed if only we don’t turn to complaints and bitterness. I’ve written on many occasions about… The post Ethiopia’s Choice: Poverty through Grievance or Prosperity through Unity appeared first on The Ghion Journal.
Has The Peace Process In Afghanistan Collapsed?
*CNN: **Trump overruled advisers, VP on Taliban Camp David meeting* The pine-shaded cabins at Camp David have hosted secret peace summits between Middle Eastern leaders and high-stakes gatherings of major heads of state. For President Donald Trump, the mountainside retreat offered visions of another diplomatic coup: clandestine talks between US, Afghan and Taliban officials that could end America's longest war. Even opposition from within his own national security team, including Vice President Mike Pence, could not deter Trump from pressing forward with his plan to host Taliban... more »
Sudan's New Foreign Minister Says Removal From U.S. Terror List Is Her Top Priority
Sudanese Foreign Minister Asmaa Abdalla (right) with her Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry in Khartoum on September 9, 2019. AFP *Al Jazeera:* *Sudan top diplomat says removal from US terror list top priority* Asmaa Abdalla, Sudan's first female foreign minister, says Khartoum welcomes financial support without interference. Asmaa Abdalla has barely been Sudan's foreign minister for 24 hours, but she already has no doubts about her top priority: removing the country from the United States' list of state sponsors of "terrorism". In an exclusive interview with Al Jazeera on Sunday,... more »
India’s Electrification Includes an Abundance of Electric Rickshaws
In India, a million electric rickshaws are being used by 60 million people a day. Their demand is so great… The post India’s Electrification Includes an Abundance of Electric Rickshaws appeared first on IER.
California Pediatrician Appeals to Governor Newsom to do the Right Thing and Preserve the Doctor Patient Relationship
From Vaccine Impact An Open Letter to California Governor Newsom by Dr. Elisa Song Dear Honorable Governor Newsom, I am a California-licensed, board-certified, Stanford-, NYU, & UCSF-trained pediatrician. I am not anti-vax. I administer vaccines in my pediatric practice. I believe that vaccines can be effective at reducing the risk of vaccine-preventable diseases for MOST […] The post California Pediatrician Appeals to Governor Newsom to do the Right Thing and Preserve the Doctor Patient Relationship appeared first on Health Nut News.
#IStandWithAlisonWeir is trending as the Twittersphere supports justice and free speech
With over 1 million impressions as of Sunday evening, it's clear that Twitter users are not buying the smear campaign peddled by ADL and other international orgs bent on silencing pro-Palestinian, pro-justice voices, like Alison Weir. The post #IStandWithAlisonWeir is trending as the Twittersphere supports justice and free speech appeared first on If Americans Knew Blog.
Joe Biden: A career of pandering to Israel & pro-Israel donors
Joe Biden has kowtowed to Israel throughout his career, and is finding supporters among wealthy Israel hawks. The post Joe Biden: A career of pandering to Israel & pro-Israel donors appeared first on If Americans Knew Blog.
Mass Grave From ISIS Massacres Uncovered in Assyrian Town in Iraq
Assyrian International News Agency - 11 hours ago
A mass grave containing seven sets of adult remains has been discovered in Al-Qiyama cemetery located in the Assyrian town of Bakhdida (Qaraqosh) in the Nineveh Plain, Iraq.
Amazon Synod Puts Bolsonaro’s Environmental Policy to the Test
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - On October 6th, when bishops from nine countries that own part of the forest will bring to Pope Francis (and hundreds of colleagues) the desires of traditional people in the region, opening an important debate on the role of the Catholic Church in preparing a project for the future of […] The post Amazon Synod Puts Bolsonaro’s Environmental Policy to the Test appeared first on The Rio Times.
Ocean Temperature Increase Has Destroyed 90 Percent of Coral Reef in Southern Bahia
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The increase in the temperature of the oceans has already destroyed 90 percent of the fire coral reef on the Discovery Coast, near the town of Porto Seguro in southern Bahia. According to researchers of the Live Coral project, the corals are suffering from stress and decolorization. "We have been […] The post Ocean Temperature Increase Has Destroyed 90 Percent of Coral Reef in Southern Bahia appeared first on The Rio Times.
Does Trump Believe What He Says About Syria?
[image: undefined] Why does Donald Trump say the things he does about Syria and its government? He insists that the SAG attacks its people with chemical weapons when such attacks have never been proven. They have only been asserted by opponents of the government and in fact there exists a lot of evidence that these attacks have been staged by information operations projects like the White Helmets film production group with the surreptitious backing of a network of covert action people within the the UK government and money from USAID. He insists that the jihadi defenders of their lo... more »
Why Did Kamala Harris Lie And Tell Biden That Her Uncle Was A Journalist-Mathematician When He Advises The Government Of India on Defense -Especially Nuclear Matters?
Originally posted on Mining Awareness + : Why did Kamala Harris tell Joe Biden that her uncle is a journalist and mathematician (2:20…
America's Top Ally In Syria Warns ISIS Is Resurging
*CNN: **EXCLUSIVE: America's top ally in Syria warns ISIS is resurging and asks for more US support* (CNN)America's top ally in the fight against ISIS, the commander of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, warned Friday that the terrorist group was resurging in Syria and asked for increased US support for his troops as they seek to keep ISIS from reestablishing itself. Asked if he agreed with a recent Pentagon inspector general report that said ISIS was resurging in Syria after President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw about half the US troops from the country, Gen. Mazlo... more »
Awareness Should be the Priority in Public Health Efforts against Leprosy
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
MANILA, Sep 09 (IPS) - Increasing awareness of the continuing existence of Hansen's Disease (leprosy) is critical to sustaining effective public health efforts against the disease, eliminating the social stigma associated with it, and halting its transmission. Read the full story, “Awareness Should be the Priority in Public Health Efforts against Leprosy”, on globalissues.org →
Farm Workers Paying the Prize for Cheap South African Wine
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
SOUTH AFRICA, Sep 09 (IPS) - Systembolaget, the Swedish government-owned alcohol monopoly, promises fair conditions – but it also uses its purchasing power to put a downward pressure on prices. At the major South African wine producer Leeuwenkuil, workers suffer as the company tries to cut costs. So far, none of the South African suppliers have been stopped due to violations against Systembolaget's code of conduct. Read the full story, “Farm Workers Paying the Prize for Cheap South African Wine”, on globalissues.org →
Civil Society Urges Inclusive, Resilient & Sustainable Urban Areas of the Future
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, USA, Sep 09 (IPS) - Cristina Fan is Coordinator, World Development FoundationThe United Nations held its first major international conference in one of America's mountain states, bringing scores of civil society organizations (CSOs) to discuss ways on making "cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable by 2030." Read the full story, “Civil Society Urges Inclusive, Resilient & Sustainable Urban Areas of the Future”, on globalissues.org →
Culture of Peace Takes Big Stride as UN Observes 20th Anniversary of Norm-Setting 1999 Decision
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
NEW YORK, Sep 09 (IPS) - Ambassador Anwarul K. Chowdhury is Founder of the Global Movement for The Culture of Peace (GMCoP), Permanent Representative of Bangladesh (1996-2001) and Under-Secretary-General and High Representative of the United Nations (2002-2007)It has been a long, arduous journey – a journey ridden curiously with obstacles and indifference. Two decades have passed by since the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted, by consensus and without reservation, its landmark and norm-setting resolution 53/243 on the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace in 1... more »
NOTICE TO READERS: And...9/11 After 18 Years
*FILE PHOTO: The Tribute in Light installation in New York City, marking* * the location of the World Trade Center buildings destroyed on* * September 11, 2001 © Reuters / Ueslei Marcelino* *NOTICE TO READERS: *I will be away from my computer for the next couple of days attending to family matters. As *Wednesday is the 18th Anniversary of the 9/11 MosCIAd atrocity,* I'm posting my anniversary post today. There is a lot of reading at the links below so readers can either catch up on the latest revelations about the Jewish 9/11 conspiracy against America or they can keep up with the... more »
Police Tell Victim She Deserved It After Officer Caught On Video Publicly Groping Her
[image: groped]An Oklahoma City woman claims a jail cop groped her, tried to kiss, her and when she reported it she was told it was her fault.
Space Aliens
*Absence of Evidence is not Evidence of Absence* You can't prove a negative, so everyone's speculation on the existence of other intelligent life in the galaxy is equally valid. My sense is that it exists but that it is very distant. Or that it exists but choses (for whatever reason) not to reply to our "Hi, we're here!" messages. Maybe they exist in a different dimension of space-time? *Mail:* Jules - Never underestimate the power of a lizard. Uchuck the Tuchuck - Unless the lizard experiences a Reptile Dysfunction. Jules' lizard is faking hibernation to avoid confronting her wolf... more »
“Red Flag” Laws Should Be a Red Flag
By Larken Rose Political parasites are constantly finding new ways to violate individual rights, but sometimes they do something so fundamentally evil that people should... more »
Iran's Existing Arsenal Of Ballistic Missiles Is Causing Fresh Alarms In Washington
*WNU editor*: Iran is also claiming that its cruise missiles are better then America's .... *Iran Says Its Cruise Missiles Are Better Than America’s* (National Interest).
U.S. And Turkish Troops Conduct Their First Joint Ground Patrol Of A Syrian 'Safe Zone'
*Reuters:* *Turkish military enters Syria to begin joint U.S. 'safe zone' patrol* AKCAKALE, Turkey/TAL ABYAD, Syria (Reuters) - Armed Turkish military vehicles crossed into war-stricken Syria on Sunday to begin joint patrols with U.S. counterparts to establish a high-stakes “safe zone” along a border region controlled by Kurdish forces. Vehicles with Turkish flags joined those in Syria with U.S. flags some 15 kilometers (nine miles) east of the Turkish border town of Akcakale, near Syria’s Tel Abyad. With two military helicopters briefly overhead, they headed south for several h... more »
The Deadly History of Socialism
[image: the-deadly-history-of-socialism] Many Americans, especially young people, want to get rid of capitalism — because of its inequality — and install socialism as a replacement. But such a plan has been tried all over the world, with disastrous results.
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Nadler Breaks 200 Years of Precedent in Move to Impeach Trump
[image: house-judiciary-committee-chairman-nadler-breaks-200-years-of-precedent-in-move-to-impeach-trump] Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.) doesn't care about precedent. All he cares about is impeaching the president.
US and Japan rush to finish trade deal by Trump's tight deadline
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09-Sep-2019 Negotiators are now finalizing many of the core elements, including how much Japan is willing to open its agriculture market to US imports, cuts to industrial tariffs, and the treatment of digital trade.
Singapore to join Russia-led free-trade zone in October
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09-Sep-2019 One of the leading Asian economies, Singapore, is set to ink a free trade agreement with the Russian-led Eurasian Economic Union.
Libre-échange avec le Mercosur: la protection de l'Amazonie réclamée
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
09-Sep-2019 Des groupes environnementaux et des syndicats demandent à Ottawa de s'assurer que l'accord commercial Mercosur en négociation, avec le Brésil notamment, comprenne des mesures de protection pour l'Amazonie.
Maurice signera l'Accord de libre-échange Maurice-Chine
bilaterals.org - 12 hours ago
09-Sep-2019 Mauritius will sign a free trade agreement with China, it's second biggest supplier, providing duty-free access to the Asian market for 8,547 products, the Prime Minister's Office said in a statement on its website.
More than climate change driving Queensland fires, explain climatologists
The record drought has combined with a record warm winter to fuel this year's grim fire outlook, according to climatologists and bushfire experts.
Two out of 25 — the number of top female CEOs appointed last year
The percentage of women in the top jobs at Australia's biggest companies has slipped from 7 per cent to 6 per cent, while 17 per cent of firms still have no women in their executive leadership teams, a new census has revealed.
Cargo ship carrying 4,000 cars capsizes off US coast
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A South Korean cargo vessel carrying about 4,000 cars bound for the Middle East is capsized off the coast of the southern US state of Georgia, while rescue teams continue to search for the missing four crew members.
Scott Morrison defends expansion of cashless welfare card
Prime Minister Scott Morrison says "further improvements" to the cashless welfare card might be needed as the Government will soon try to pass legislation to extend the debit card to the Northern Territory and the Cape York Peninsula.
Missouri: Illegal Alien Arrested on 16 Sexual Abuse Charges, Including Statutory Rape of Two Minors
He is an illegal alien who had been incarcerated for seven years on a federal drug charge and was deported in 2014 after he was released from federal custody. He had been using a false identity.
Mayor of Fall River, Massachusetts, Arrested on Extortion and Bribery Charges
Fall River Mayor Jasiel Correia II, 27, was arrested Friday on new extortion charges for allegedly helping marijuana vendors obtain approval to operate in exchange for hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes.
StemExpress CEO Admits Selling Baby Hearts While They Are Still Beating and Intact Baby Heads
David Daleiden and his companion Sandra Merritt are charged with 15 felony counts of illegal taping of confidential information in connection with undercover videos that revealed selling baby parts.
UK COLUMN: Boris Dealing in Dublin, Farage in Play, Trump Snubs Taliban
*UK COLUMN* | Co-hosts Mike Robinson and Patrick Henningsen with the early week news round-up.
The company hired to build and maintain the city’s sucky website is going out of business
News 1. Weather There was weather over the weekend. So far as I know, no one in Nova Scotia was injured or killed due to the storm. Most people seemed to have taken the warnings seriously and simply hunkered down to wait it out. So: good news! But there were extensive power outages. Something like […]
World’s First AI Universe Simulator Knows Things It Shouldn’t
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Does ‘AR’ in AR-15 Stand for ‘Assault Rifle’?
A frequent misconception centers on what the term "AR-15" literally means.
NWS Chief Backs Forecasters Who Contradicted Trump
Director Louis Uccellini said forecasters in Birmingham did the right thing when they tried to combat public panic and rumors that Dorian posed a threat to Alabama.
The Domino Theory Reconsidered
Historians often casually refer to the “discredited” Domino Theory. For example, the History Channel website tells us: The domino theory was a Cold War policy that suggested a communist government in one nation would quickly lead to communist takeovers in neighboring states, each falling like a perfectly aligned row of dominos. In Southeast Asia, the […] The post The Domino Theory Reconsidered appeared first on Econlib.
Will Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Be Defeated Next Week When Israelis Go To The Polls?
Former defence minister Avigdor Lieberman (L) has gained in popularity since April's election which saw Netanyahu (R) fail to put together a coalition (AFP Photo/MENAHEM KAHANA) *AFP:* *Netanyahu fights for political life a week before Israel votes* Jerusalem (AFP) - Israel moved into its final week of campaigning Monday for an unprecedented second general election in five months with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu battling for political survival while facing a potential corruption indictment. With the September 17 vote looming, Netanyahu and his right-wing Likud drew outrage f... more »
Native American speaks out against latest racism, guest blogger, Candace Brown
As a Native American woman I have never seen so many people use race as an excuse to push an agenda. I grew up in a time that racism was actually beginning to be called out and attitudes, stigma, and stereotypes were seen for what they are. We had come so far from the racial separatism from my youth by the time Obama became president. As a young girl, I remember white people refusing to allow classmates to visit my home because I lived on a reservation. One woman I knew drove one hundred miles out of her way in order to avoid going through the reservation, on her way to a large cit... more »
Isn't It Congress' Solemn Duty To Impeach Trump? What The Hell Are They Waiting For?
Funding Trump's concentration camps was inexcusable and horrific and every Democrat who voted to follow Pelosi into it has to live with that-- as do their constituents who vote to reelect them next year. Refusing to impeach Trump, the worst criminal in the history of the American presidency by *far*, is another issue legislators will have to live with for their whole lives. I would never, under any circumstance, vote for someone who hasn't come out clearly and publicly in favor of impeaching him. Their careers are important to them and their families-- but the country should come f... more »
Saudi Arabia Wants To Enrich Uranium
Saudi Arabia’s newly appointed energy minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said the kingdom is proceeding cautiously with its planned nuclear power program. (AFP) *Reuters: **Saudi Arabia flags plan to enrich uranium as U.S. seeks nuclear pact* ABU DHABI (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia wants to enrich uranium for its nuclear power program, its energy minister said on Monday, potentially complicating talks with Washington on an atomic pact and the role of U.S. companies. Uranium enrichment has been a sticking point with the United States, especially after Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman... more »
Whose iPhones Did Chinese Hackers Crack?
*Audrey Conklin* *Technology, Asia* [image: A woman speaks on her iPhone as she walks on a busy street in downtown Shanghai September 10, 2013. REUTERS/Aly Song/File Photo] Apple said the attack was 'narrowly focused' on Uyghur Muslim websites. “*The sophisticated attack was narrowly focused,” Apple said in a statement on its website, adding that the hacking “affected fewer than a dozen websites that focus on content related to the Uighur community. Regardless of the scale of the attack, we take the safety and security of all users extremely seriously.”* Apple confirmed a focuse... more »
Facebook Under Fire: Antitrust Probe by Eight Different States
*Chris White* *Politics, Americas* [image: New York Attorney General Letitia James speaks to the media following oral arguments regarding the Census citizenship case, outside the U.S. Supreme Courthouse in Washington, U.S., April 23, 2019. REUTERS/Shannon Stapleton] New York and Nebraska are on the same team this time. *James’s actions come as Facebook also deals with broadsides from conservatives.* New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Friday morning an eight state coalition to open an investigation into Facebook that will focus on the social media titan’s alleged ... more »
August Report: Hundreds of Thousands of New Jobs, 3.7% Unemployment
*Mary Margaret Olohan* *Politics, Americas* [image: REUTERS/Brian Snyder] The forecast says: jobs galore. *Job growth has come back strong after February, when just 33,000 jobs were added.* The U.S. economy added 130,000 jobs in August, while the unemployment rate remained at 3.7%, according to Department of Labor data released Friday. 130,000 jobs were added in August, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics report, about 30,000 fewer jobs than were added in July. Unemployment remained at 3.7 % — consistent with the last three months. The labor force participation rate slig... more »
Trump Hits Back Against GOP Challenger Mark Sanford
*Shelby Talcott* *Politics, Americas* [image: FILE PHOTO: U.S. Representative Mark Sanford (R-SC) speaks at the Liberty Political Action Conference (LPAC) in Chantilly, Virginia September 19, 2013. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/File Photo] Can the failed congressional candidate ever recover? *Sanford is the third Republican to announce a presidential bid against Trump in 2020.* President Donald Trump went after GOP challenger Mark Sanford after he talked about all the things that have allegedly “gone by the wayside” since Trump took office. The former South Carolina governor and congr... more »
China's First Nuclear Missile Submarine Was Almost a Complete Disaster
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, Asia* [image: https://news.usni.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Chinese-Yuan-class-diesel-submarine.jpg] What happened? *Ship construction was notoriously difficult and likely strained the limits of China’s submarine building abilities. * During the early 1980s, the People’s Republic of China attempted to modernize its nuclear deterrent force. One concrete results of the effort was the construction of a single nuclear ballistic missile submarine, a “boomer” in arms-control parlance. Constructed at enormous cost, the Xia class of submarines was such a d... more »
The Day the HMS Prince of Wales Sunk Was the Day the Battleship Era Ended for Good
*Robert Farley* *History, Asia* [image: By USN - Official U.S. Navy photograph 80-G-328942 and [1]., Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3089429] The time of the aircraft carriers had arrived. *HMS Prince of Wales was the most powerful surface unit in the Pacific (HIJMS Yamato would not enter service until later in December), and her sinking was a tremendous shock to local defenders and the British government alike. * Seventy five years ago, the Western Allies suffered a catastrophic defeat in the Pacific. Japanese aircraft devastated an allied naval f... more »
The Air Force Wants to Give Its Stealth Fighter Pilots Access to Armed Drones
*Kris Osborn* *Security, Americas* [image: https://www.dvidshub.net/image/5731368/f-35-demo-team-brings-airpower-canada] An F-35 with escorts? *For instance, real-time video feeds from the electro-optical/infrared sensors on board an Air Force Predator, Reaper or Global Hawk drone could go directly into an F-15, F-22 or F-35 cockpit, without needing to go to a ground control station. * The Air Force and DARPA are now testing new hardware and software configured to enable 4th-Generation aircraft to command drones from the cockpit in the air, bringing new levels of autonomy, more... more »
Just How Powerful Is This Revolver Shotgun?
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, Americas* [image: By HarveyHenkelmann - Own work, CC BY 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=9488376] Any good? *The combination is undoubtedly part gimmick, with a hand shotgun a general rarity among firearms.* 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 .40 caliber and small caliber shotgun shells makes these revolvers far more versatile than most. Although seemingly a new phenomenon... more »
This Is the "Threat Library" America's Stealthy F-35 Uses to Destroy Its Enemies
*Kris Osborn* *Technology, Americas* [image: https://www.dvidshub.net/image/5731366/f-35-demo-team-brings-airpower-canada] We explain. *Overall, there are 12 geographical regions being identified to comprise the library, service developers say.* The Pentagon's F-35 is conducting attacks, surveillance operations and combat missions with an updated on-board “threat library” of Mission Data Files engineered to identify enemy threats in key regions around the globe. “The AORs (Areas of Responsibility) for current operations where our forces are -- currently have adequate Mission Da... more »
What Is the Difference Between a Clip and a Magazine Anyway?
*Gun News Daily* *Technology, Americas* [image: By Krd - Self-photographed, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=12251154] We've got the answers. *What is a clip?* What is the difference between a clip and a magazine? If you’re like most people who aren’t too knowledgeable about guns, you may believe that there are no differences at all. But the truth is that a magazine and a clip are not the same thing at all, and mixing up the terms is sure to earn you the ire of the gun community. What is the difference between a clip and a magazine? We’re going to ... more »
If You Want to Go Whitetail Deer Hunting, These Are the 9 States You Should Visit
*Gun News Daily* *Culture, Americas* [image: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b7/White-tailed_deer.jpg] Here's why. *The South Texas Plains region is well known for having quality bucks, while deer density is at a pretty high level – 15 to 39 deer per 1,000 acres. * While most deer hunters exploit game in their surroundings, catching a monster whitetail deer is at the top of their dream-hunt bucket list. Still, not every state has enough mature prey neither they meet other relevant conditions needed to become a desired destination for a great hunting adventure.... more »
There is NO climate emergency!
Climate models predict disaster – but real world evidence shows no such thing. The post There is NO climate emergency! appeared first on CFACT.
A Concert In Crete
On August 20, in occasion of the "5th International Workshop on Nucleon Structure at Large Bjorken x", organized at the Orthodox Academy of Crete, I had the pleasure to accompany at the piano my wife, the soprano Kalliopi Petrou, for a concert offered to the participants to the workshop by the organizers. read more
What “Science Said” In 1892
This is what science says when it teaches, as it rigorously does, that no hypothesis should be advanced when it can neither be proved nor disproved by processes of verification. 18 Aug 1892, 2 – The North-Eastern Daily Gazette at … Continue reading →
Plummeting September 9 Temperatures In The US
Until 60 years ago, this time of year used to often be hot around the US, but hot weather this late in the year has become rare in most locations. These maps show the five hottest September 9ths, in 1931, … Continue reading →
How Syria Defeated the 2012-2019 Invasion by U.S. & Al-Qaeda
Given the way Assad has behaved in the past — since he has always sought Syrian unity — the likely outcome, in the Kurdish Syrian areas, will be not a Syrian war against Kurds, but instead some degree of federal autonomy there, so long as that would be acceptable also to Erdogan. The post How Syria Defeated the 2012-2019 Invasion by U.S. & Al-Qaeda appeared first on The Duran.
The Progressive Sanders’ solution to poor countries: US will fund your abortions
Sanders was asked a blatant loaded question about the current rate of population growth being unsustainable. The post The Progressive Sanders’ solution to poor countries: US will fund your abortions appeared first on The Duran.
Non-Dating is Good for Teens
This research is definitely a breath of fresh air and completely at odds with the cultural degeneracy promoted in mainstream outlets and on social media. The post Non-Dating is Good for Teens appeared first on The Duran.
Kissinger’s Adoration of the 1815 Congress of Vienna: A Master Key into Universal History
In A World Restored, Kissinger identifies the 1815 Congress of Vienna as the greatest lesson for statesmen of all ages. The post Kissinger’s Adoration of the 1815 Congress of Vienna: A Master Key into Universal History appeared first on The Duran.
Russian economy, five years after sanctions
The Russian Central Bank is not immune from the same fallacious economic thinking we see in the West. The post Russian economy, five years after sanctions appeared first on The Duran.
Pipeline Wars Revisited
Maps of existing and proposed oil and gas pipelines may provide insight into geopolitical alliances and divisions. The post Pipeline Wars Revisited appeared first on The Duran.
Should the Republic of Ireland rejoin the United Kingdom?
If the EU cared about Eire then an acceptable deal would have been offered to the UK. The post Should the Republic of Ireland rejoin the United Kingdom? appeared first on The Duran.
On abandoned responsibilities
The prelude to Canada's federal election campaign has brought several parties' views of human rights and government responsibilities under scrutiny. Maxime Bernier has only exacerbated Stephen Harper's past anti-minority messages, building his PPC campaign largely on criticism of immigration generally. Andrew Scheer has apparently recognized at least a political problem with broad attacks against refugees or minority groups. And so he’s taken to searching out targets one by one for his campaign’s two minute hate sessions, then challenging Justin Trudeau to join in denouncing them... more »
Islamic State’s New Game Plan In Iraq
(Iraqi News) Two contradictory trends occurred in Iraq during the month of August. For the first time in three months security incidents went up in the country. At the same time, the Islamic State largely withdrew from most of the country and became solely focused upon Diyala province. There were also continued reports that people were fleeing towns and being left unprotected from the intimidation of the militants. This supports recent papers by the United States and United Nations that IS is de-emphasizing operations in Iraq right now to preserve and rebuild its core. There were ... more »
This Day In Iraqi History - Sep 9
1940 Mufti of Jerusalem who was living in Baghdad sent proposal to Italy In return for supporting Arab nationalism Iraq would block UK and give concessions Proposal was also sent to German ambassador in Rome Amb said Germany willing to give money and weapons if Italy agreed Italians had given money to Mufti before and gotten little in return so didn’t believe he could deliver on anything but agreed to give small amount of money (Musings On Iraq book review of *Rashid Ali al-Gailani, The National Movement in Iraq 1939-1941*) (Musings On Iraq book review of *Persian Gulf Command, A ... more »
South African Xenophobic Attacks On Foreigners Continue
*BBC*: *South Africa: Two dead in new bout of mob violence* A fresh bout of mob violence in South Africa has left two people dead. It began after a speech in the commercial hub Johannesburg by a veteran politician, who was trying to quell tensions over xenophobia. Mangosuthu Buthelezi was heckled by a rowdy section of the crowd on Sunday, who later clashed with security forces. Ten people, including two foreigners, were killed in the city last week when mobs attacked foreign-owned businesses. The trouble led to diplomatic tensions with other African countries, most notably Nigeri... more »
Hezbollah Says It Has Shot Down An 'Israeli Drone' At The Lebanon Border
*Arab News/Reuters: **Lebanon’s Hezbollah shoots down Israeli drone* BEIRUT: Iran-backed Hezbollah said it downed an Israeli drone in southern Lebanon early on Monday, a week after the group’s leader said it would shoot down Israeli drones in Lebanese airspace. The drone is now in Hezbollah’s possession, the group said in a statement. An Israeli military statement said one of its drones “fell inside southern Lebanon during routine operations.” It did not say why the drone crashed, but said “there is no concern information could be taken from it.” An Israeli military spokeswoman sa... more »
Israeli Military Is Claiming That Shi'ite Militias Have Fired Rockets At Israel From Syria
*Middle East Eye*: *Israeli army says rockets fired toward Israel from Syria* Alleged attack, which failed to reach Israel, comes after unidentified aircraft said to have killed 18 pro-Iran fighters in Syria Israel said on Monday that several rockets were fired at its territory from Syria by an Iranian-backed force in what would be a rare incident, but that they all fell short. "Earlier this morning, a number of rockets were launched from Syria towards Israel, all failed to hit Israeli territory," a statement from Israel's military said. "The rockets were launched from the outs... more »
Breaking: Syrian Army reportedly withdraws from northern Hama
The Syrian Armed Forces have allegedly retreated troops from areas captured recently in northern Hama countryside. According to opposition source, Syrian Army ground forces are to withdraw from Morek and Khan Shaykhoun in northern Hama after recapturing the two militant strongholds last month. The same sources also added that this withdrawal comes as per an […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Five Jordanians detained in Syria released
DAMASCUS, SYRIA (4:20 P.M.) – Syria’s President Bashar Assad ordered the immediate release of five Jordanian nationals detained in Syria, a Jordanian MP stated. Tareq Khouri, a member of the Jordanian Parliament, said that he has been invited to Damascus in order to take over five Jordanians who had been imprisoned for a while. Up […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Turkish-backed militants clashes with former Ghouta rebels in Syria’s Afrin
DAMASCUS, SYRIA (3: 25 P.M.) – Heavy firefights erupted, today, between Turkey-backed militiamen and former rebels of Eastern Ghouta in Afrin city, injuring scores from both sides. According to local sources, a military commander from the Sultan Murad Division (an armed rebel group trained and financed by Turkey) assaulted a woman who is originally from […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Pro-Iranian militia amasses in northern Aleppo: opposition reports
DAMASCUS, SYRIA (3: 00 P.M.) – Huge military buildup is being deployed to northern Aleppo frontlines as a new offensive looms, pro-Syrian opposition media reported. According to a military commander in the Turkish-backed Free Syrian Army (FSA), the military reinforcements are primarily made up of Iranian fighters and its allies. “The majority of the weaponry […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
In the history of shopping, Amazon.com isn't as new as it seems
Being an immigrant, I wasn't as familiar with US economic history as I was with that of other countries and regions. Therefore, I found this article, comparing Amazon.com with a much earlier vendor, very interesting. *The history of US consumerism starts with the Sears Roebuck mail order catalog.* Yes, the very same Sears that is struggling to emerge from bankruptcy today. But 125 years ago the company was every bit the disruptive innovator. A brief summary of how that happened: - Mail order became viable in the late 1800s because of the expansion of the US rail system, post... more »
By all means - let's save the baby eagles and slaughter the baby humans...
*do these people even hear themselves?* The *millennial* ditz hanging out with her snickering boyfriend on the beach is old enough to vote. Think about that.
Air Strikes Strike Positions Of Iran-Backed Militias Near Syria's Border With Iraq
*BBC:* *Syria war: 'Air strikes' hit Iran-backed forces near Iraq border* Warplanes have struck positions of Iran-backed militias near Syria's border with Iraq, activists say. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a UK-based monitoring group, said at least 18 Iranian and pro-Iranian fighters were killed. It was not clear who carried out the overnight strikes in and around the town of Albu Kamal. But Israel has carried out hundreds of attacks on Iranian-linked targets in Syria during the country's civil war. It has sought to thwart what it calls Iran's "military entrenchment" in... more »
Mohawk Nation News 'Killing Fields of Canada'
KILLING FIELDS OF CANADA Posted on September 8, 2019 Please post & distribute. MNN. 6 Sep. 2019. First Canada murdered most of us. We had lived for thousands of years in peace until the white serpents brought back the war. http://mohawknationnews.com/blog/2019/09/08/killing-fields-of-canada/
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