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It’s the Particles, Not the Cholesterol
Most people have probably been told that to assess their individual risk for coronary heart disease (CHD) then calculated laboratory measurements of LDL-C, HDL-C and total cholesterol must be taken. Ironically, despite established evidence that these are no longer useful or predictive tests, they are still the most commonly used markers to assess CHD risk … Continue reading "It’s the Particles, Not the Cholesterol" The post It’s the Particles, Not the Cholesterol appeared first on TDW.
Congressional Republicans abandon constitutional heritage and Watergate precedents in defense of Trump
Ken Hughes, Research Specialist, the Miller Center, University of Virginia at Politics + Society – The Conversation - 16 hours ago
An expert on Watergate says that today's House Republicans have taken precisely the opposite position than the GOP took in 1974 on the president's power to withhold documents from Congress.
How a Chilean dog ended up as a face of the New York City subway protests
Alexandra Isfahani-Hammond, Associate Professor Emeritus of Comparative Literature, University of California San Diego at Politics + Society – The Conversation - 16 hours ago
Negro Matapacos became famous in Chile in 2011 for joining student protests. His image has now popped up around the world.
Almost Everything About Vox's Bernie Piece Is Problematic-- Except The Conclusion: Bernie Is The Best Democratic Candidate
On Tuesday morning, *Vox* began a series of articles on the 2020 primary election campaign that they promise will endeavor to make the best case for the election of each of the top Democratic presidential contenders. Matthew Yglesias might be the last person on earth you would imagine endorsing Bernie Sanders but he kicked off the series with an early morning tweet that probably shocked virtually *all* of his many detractors: The case for Bernie, he wrote, "is that he is the unity candidate... unique in combining an authentic, values-driven political philosophy with a surprising... more »
Interview with Louise Hathaway
“*The first day of summer in New Orleans was unseasonably cool; but the locals had no complaints. They were in no hurry for hot temperatures and the sweltering humidity that was sure to come soon. Artists set up their umbrellas in Jackson Square, waiting for the tourists to descend upon the Quarter. The wrought iron fence surrounding the square became their outdoor gallery full of colorful oils and watercolors for sale. Inside the bride’s room of historic St. Louis Cathedral, Homicide Detective Yvonne Dauphin adjusted her wedding veil. Looking at herself in the floor length mir... more »
This Eden - A Rant
Every girl crazy 'bout a sharp dressed man I'll be watching this one *very *carefully. If cravat-sporting Conservative MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale David Morris and his splendid question to PM Boris Johnson about bringing the Eden Project to Morecambe isn't the lead story on every BBC news bulletin today I'm going to write the stroppiest complaint the BBC has ever received. It will be so stroppy that even Owen Jones would gasp at it, so massive would the chip on my shoulder be. And Boris was quite right to say that Morecambe itself *is* Eden. I have, however, crossed ITV newsreade... more »
Traveling in the West (not quite a rant)
Montana is colder than Arizona. I don't know if any of you will disagree with me on that point. In Montana you NEED to wear thermal underwear during the winter. In the Arizona mountains, it's optional. You also need to plug in your truck's radiator in Montana. Not in Arizona. Moving on, I came across a "Code of the West" brochure, stuffed into the Bible in a motel in Whitefish, Montana. Naturally I read it (having read the Bible previously). The brochure advised that you weren't in 'the city' anymore and that when out west, you were expected to take care of yourself, which included ... more »
Is Perrier Bad For Your Teeth?
For many people, the start of a year is a time for new health resolutions – be it eat more vegetables, consume less sugar or drink more water. Keeping hydrated is essential for body functions such as temperature regulation, transporting nutrients and removing waste. Water even acts as a lubricant and shock absorber for joints. But while most people know they should drink more water, it can be a bit boring. So what about sparkling water as an option to liven things up a bit? After all, sparkling water is just as good as normal water, right? Not quite. read more
Robert Kennedy Jr at Occupy Trenton
This week, a series of events is taking place in Trenton, New Jersey to fight against S2173, which removes the religious vaccine exemption in the state and opens the door to more mandates. The process and results will set the... more »
Southold School District Joins Opposition of Mandatory HPV Vaccine
Southold School District has joined the list of several North Fork school districts who have publicly opposed the potential amendment to Section 2164 of the state public health law, which mandates a human papillomavirus vaccine for all public school students.... more »
It Was NOT Caused By Global Warming. 183 People Arrested For Starting Australia’s Bushfires.
183 people have been arrested across Australia and Tasmania for DELIBERATELY starting bushfires over the last few months. Nevertheless, the media continues to report that these fires are the result of global warming - and they know that is a lie.
Guess who is to blame?
I see Matthew Price and Tina Daheley are still doing their daily podcast *Beyond Today.* Monday's edition asked the question *Australian fires: who is to blame?* The programme blamed the Australian government, the country's coal industry and, of course, Trump. There wasn't even a single mention of arson. So what's *Beyond Today *like these days? Well, it's the kind of BBC programme where the presenter, here Matthew Price, can say things like this: One of the things that makes this even sadder for a lot of Australians is that it almost feels a bit self-inflicted. The country's ca... more »
State of Radio 4 Continuity
If you didn't hear it, I suspect you might enjoy Lionel Shriver's pro-Brexit *State of the Nation *on Radio 4 today, which balanced out Howard Jacobson's anti-Brexit piece on Monday. What you won't hear though if you listen via BBC Sounds is how the Radio 4 continuity announcer mispronounced Lionel's name both before and after her talk. Both times Ms. Shriver was made to rhyme with 'shiver' rather than with 'diver'. It didn't ruin her talk for me though, you'll be pleased to hear.
Whispers of some quiet conversation
Time for a Twitter chat over tea and biscuits: *Alex Deane*: This morning BBC Radio 4 broadcast a talking head explaining that the modern resurgence of the Toto song “Africa” is due in part to it harkening to a time of a happier future pre-Brexit. Seemingly nobody involved in the entire editing and curating process between that asinine claim being said and being aired thought “oh, let’s just hang on a second.” No alternative view to this was sought or offered. When the persistent, palpable (perhaps unconscious) bias at the BBC is finally addressed, defenders of the institution (wh... more »
An American dystopia - but is it deliberate?
There's an old military saying that you've seen in these pages before. "Once is happenstance; twice is coincidence; three or more times is enemy action." It's often attributed to Ian Fleming, from his James Bond novel "Goldfinger", but it's far older than that. I've seen similar sentiments expressed in eighteenth-century writings. Basically, it means that if the same thing happens, with similar results, too many times, it's not accidental or coincidental. Instead, someone's out to get you, and you need to do something serious about them before they do. I find myself repeatin... more »
Iran Has Offered Trump an ‘Off-Ramp’ from War, And There’s Growing Speculation He Might Take It
Iran Has Offered Trump an ‘Off-Ramp’ from War, And There’s Growing Speculation He Might Take It by https://theweek.com/ Fears (and in some quarters, hopes) that self-styled “counterpuncher” President Trump would effectively declare war on Iran after Tehran fired ballistic missiles at Iraqi military bases housing U.S. troops Tuesday evening slowly abated as the tense night wore on. The White House …
Ron Paul: Iraq ‘Pull-Out’ Letter — Mistake… Or More Deception?
RonPaulLibertyReport How could a “draft letter” from the US CENTCOM to the Iraqi leadership announcing the US withdrawal from Iraq have mysteriously leaked to the media yesterday? Is operational security so shattered that what must be a highly classified document can just drop from the sky? Or is there something else behind it? end
These 4 Super U.S. Navy Battleships Terrorized North Korea
*Robert Farley* *Security, * When the United States went to war again, earlier than anyone had expected, three battleships of the Iowa class returned to service. *Key Point:* In the event of a modern conflict, USN surface ships will undoubtedly contribute significantly to the conflict by means of land attack cruise missiles. In the final months of the Second World War, the battleships of the U.S. Navy (USN) ranged across the archipelago of Japan, bombarding industrial, military and logistical targets at will. The Japanese military lacked enough ships, planes and fuel to defend t... more »
The Navy Should Give Air-Independent Propulsion Submarines A Second Look
*Robert Farley* *Security, Asia* Over the past decade, air-independent propulsion (AIP) for submarines has spread rapidly around the world. *Key point:* There is no question that AIP-equipped boats pose a threat, under some conditions, to the large nuclear attack submarines that many great navies have come to rely on. Over the past decade, air-independent propulsion (AIP) for submarines has spread rapidly around the world. The technology, which allows conventionally powered submarines to operate without access to outside air, has the potential the shift the balance away from the... more »
Russia ramps up diplomacy to provide off ramp options to Iran & USA (Video)
The Duran Quick Take: Episode 426. More The post Russia ramps up diplomacy to provide off ramp options to Iran & USA (Video) appeared first on The Duran.
Will Horgan deliver for cannabis sector in 2020? Experts offer policy ideas for British Columbia’s premier
British Columbia has thus far failed to transition much of the thriving noncompliant cannabis market into the regulated fold. The province’s dismal sales through legal channels reached only 12 million Canadian dollars ($9 million) in August, suggesting something is not quite right with the province’s approach to cannabis policy. Indeed, while British Columbia has opened the […] Will Horgan deliver for cannabis sector in 2020? Experts offer policy ideas for British Columbia’s premier is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrep... more »
Weedmaps drops thousands of unlicensed cannabis ads, but some illegal shops remain
California-based Weedmaps has lived up to the pledge it made in August of dropping unlicensed marijuana retailer ads from its site by New Year’s Day. But there’s a caveat: The self-published nature of Weedmaps’ platform, combined with its lack of vetting ads before they go live, has given illicit businesses an avenue to keep at […] Weedmaps drops thousands of unlicensed cannabis ads, but some illegal shops remain is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Connecting Charlemagne and the Vikings to Global Warming
Conversely, global cooling leads to crop failure, the rise of disease, civilization breakdown and cease in trade __________ Charlemagne, Vikings & Global Warming Excerpts from Armstrong Economics The rise of Charlemagne came 309.6 years from the fall of Rome in 476AD. What is never discussed in the history books is the correlation with weather. Both ... Read moreConnecting Charlemagne and the Vikings to Global Warming The post Connecting Charlemagne and the Vikings to Global Warming appeared first on Ice Age Now.
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*“We” Should Not Regulate Homeschooling* The desire to control other people’s ideas and behaviors, particularly when they challenge widely-held beliefs and customs, is one of human nature’s most nefarious tendencies. Socrates was sentenced to death for stepping out of line; Galileo almost was. But such extreme examples are outnumbered by the many more common, pernicious acts of trying to control people by limiting their individual freedom and autonomy. Sometimes these acts target individuals who dare to be different, but often they target entire groups who simply live differently.... more »
Over 6,000 people perish from Measles in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Over 6,000 people perish from Measles in the Democratic Republic of Congo Chika Mori and Lee Jay Walker Modern Tokyo Times Various militias spread carnage and death in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Yet, a horrendous measles epidemic and the ravages of Ebola also blight this multi-ethnic nation. Therefore, the international community needs to […]
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*Department of Defense Predicted Climate Change Would Destroy Us by 2020* Back in 2004, the Department of Defense released a report assuring the world Climate Change would destroy all of us by the year 2020. Well, welcome to the year 2020! And welcome to yet another fake doomsday prediction number 42 from our renowned climate experts! Yep, our so-called “climate experts” are now 0-42 with their doomsday predictions, and this latest one is a doozy. As summarized by the Guardian in 2004, here’s what the so-called “experts” assured us would happen by now: A secret report, suppressed ... more »
Bushfire warning downgraded for WA town of Toodyay
Just In - 17 hours ago
A bushfire burning in the West Australian town of Toodyay, 80 kilometres north-east of Perth, has been downgraded from Emergency level.
Aussie travellers could be taking new flight paths as raft of airlines avoid airspace over Iraq and Iran
Just In - 17 hours ago
Australians travelling to Europe and the Middle East could be facing longer flight times and diverted flight routes following Iran's missile attacks onto US airbases in Iraq.
How 'misleading' viral bushfire maps have been fooling the world
Viral maps of Australia have been spreading around the world, supposedly showing almost all of the east coast on fire and leaving residents in states not under threat scratching their heads. So what's causing all the confusion?
Sydney Thunder spinner banned for illegal bowling action
Just In - 17 hours ago
Chris Green receives a 90-day ban after being found to have an illegal bowling action in a Big Bash match between the Sydney Thunder and the Melbourne Stars.
Iran's Supreme Leader hits out at US after missile strikes: As it happened
Hours after the strikes at military bases in Iraq used by US forces, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says "military action is not enough". As it happened.
Russia Wants 50 of These Deadly 'New' Bombers
*David Axe* *Security, Europe* Buying 50 Tu-160Ms could prove too expensive for the cash-strapped Kremlin. And that’s assuming the contractor actually can build the giant, swing-wing bombers. The Russian air force could receive the first of up to 50 new Tu-160M long-range bombers as early as 2021, Deputy Minister of Defense Alexei Krivoruchko said in late December 2019. That’s not a new assertion. Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu announced the same thing back in January 2019. But it’s a dubious assertion. Buying 50 Tu-160Ms could prove too expensive for the cash-strapped Kremlin.... more »
80 Killed, 200 Wounded US Army Personnel in the First Wave of Iranian Reprisal
As part of the send-off ceremony of the most accomplished general against global counter-terrorism, Maj. Gen. Qassem Soleimani, the Iranian Islamic Revolution Guards Corps started heavy ballistic missile attacks on US Ein Al-Assad airbase in Southwestern Iraq near the border with Syria, early Wednesday morning. “Early estimates indicate heavy US casualties in Iran’s missile attack,” … Continue reading 80 Killed, 200 Wounded US Army Personnel in the First Wave of Iranian Reprisal →
USA Iran Deal Plausible
[image: Image] · This particular tweet feed is remarkable. Please read it from the bottom up or in the order in which it was published. The conjecture here is that Rohani was at risk from Suliemani whose increasing power was supplanting all other levers available to Rohani. Thus both Rohani and Trump have common cause. This gave Trump an opportunity to directly empower Rohani and establish a working alliance. Thus the elimination of Suleamani became desirable. Rohani no longer has a problem. Thus he has a golden opportunity to make a settlement that plugs Iran into the... more »
What did the German soldiers think of the American soldiers?
As has been reported to me by no end of veterans over the years, the quality advantage was real. In fact, I would suggest that the Americans only addressed this properly after they lost the draft in the seventies. Now of course, they match the best in terms of training. A draftee army produces ninety day wonders. That is murder. A professional army can spend twenty four months to improve skills and physical strength. My point is that it is all about training hours and careful acclimation to combat conditions. Done right and they are all good. .. *What did the German ... more »
Cleansing the Holy CHURCH
Before you read this, you need to understand the future. The Eastern Orthodoxy has completely rerisen and has 80% of Russian support. The body of Christ, that is the people and the faithful priesthood of the Roman Catholic Church is ready to remerge with Orthodox Catholicism while shedding the Roman Heirarchy. This then restores the True Church of Christ and opens the door for a massive indwelling of all other septs of the True Church and the natural elimination of all forms of corruption through the *Rule of Twelve.* This is my prophetic MEME and I have lived it for a long tim... more »
Red-Eyed Winged Humanoid Confronted by O'Hare International Security Officer
What makes this interesting is that the observer first saw an apparent human being standing by the creek or ditch in an area that is heavily trafficed and also open to interception and confrontation. most folks would not be able to operate without been confronted as this individual was preparing to do. The red eyes changed all that and it all conforms to multiple other reports of winged humanoids best described as large gargoyles. Actual take off emulated the takeoff of a goose. Thus we get an excellent chunk of data here by observing how the observer's mind is reading it all i... more »
Brazilian Government Expects R$6 Billion from Sale of Properties
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The federal government expects to raise R$6 (US$1.5) billion in 2020 from the sale of its real estate holdings. The forecast is to raise R$3 billion from the auction of 425 properties, including land, apartments, houses and stores, and the remainder from the sale of a portion of 100,000 plots […] The post Brazilian Government Expects R$6 Billion from Sale of Properties appeared first on The Rio Times.
São Paulo Coast Offers Infrastructure to Welcome Over One Million Summer Tourists
SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL - The summer season has finally arrived and the coastal areas of the state of São Paulo is ready to welcome a record number of tourists. To this end,both municipal and state government have introduced a number of improvements throughout the year in both the Baixada Santista (near the port of Santos) […] The post São Paulo Coast Offers Infrastructure to Welcome Over One Million Summer Tourists appeared first on The Rio Times.
Huck and Lula Supporters Have Similar Profiles, Points out Datafolha Poll
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - On one side, Lula (PT) and Luciano Huck. On the other, Sérgio Moro and Jair Bolsonaro (no party). According to a Datafolha survey that assessed the degree of confidence of the population in 12 personalities in the political scenario, the TV host Huck and the ex-president Lula have support in […] The post Huck and Lula Supporters Have Similar Profiles, Points out Datafolha Poll appeared first on The Rio Times.
Timeline of Senate Clinton Impeachment as it relates to Trump
President Bill Clinton Impeachment, Senate Trial November 20, 2019 In the third of a three-part program, we looked back to the 1998-99 impeachment of President Bill Clinton with Alexis Simendinger. She covered the impeachment for National Journal, and is now national political correspondent for The Hill newspaper. We then showed portions of the U.S. Senate trial, which took place over five weeks in January and February 1999. President Clinton was tried on two articles of impeachment and acquitted of both. A two-thirds vote of “guilty” was necessary to convict. . . Literally the enti... more »
These 5 Guns Are Second To None For Home Defense
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, North America* After calling the police, what weapon do you reach for to defend your family? *Key Point:* Reliability is king. Home defense is probably the most stressful scenario a civilian gun owner could encounter. A crash or bump in the night, waking a homeowner up from an evening torpor or sound slumber, is a jarring proposition. Add to that a house or apartment full of family members for whom the homeowner is responsible, and things start moving very quickly. After calling the police, what weapon do you reach for to defend your family? Here are ... more »
Stealth Race: China Has Started Building A NEW Stealth Fighter
*David Axe* *Security, Asia* Joining many other nations in a quest for air supremacy. *Key point*: There has been a veritable explosion of stealth-fighter projects in recent years as a growing number of countries try to fill niches in their own force structures while also eyeing the international market for advanced warplanes. China reportedly is developing a new stealth fighter. The new warplane, under development by the Shenyang Aircraft Design and Research Institute, could be a clean-sheet design. Or it might be a development of the company’s older FC-31, an export-optimized ... more »
These 5 Military Rifles Are So Awful That You May Be Better Off With Your Fists
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, * Not really, but you get the idea. *Key point: *The relative decline of the infantry on the battlefield means that none of these weapons were bad enough to lose a war, but they were often bad enough to cause the side using them to lose engagements and lower morale. Military rifles were for decades the primary weapon of an army. Wielded by the largest fighting branch, the infantry, rifles were used in both attack and defense. Because of their importance and the slow march of technological innovation, rifles were upgraded conservatively, with some armi... more »
These 5 Submarines Could Bring On the End of the World
*TNI Staff* *Security, * [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/TRIDENT-II-PBEAHULRKCC.html] Billions dead. *Key Point:* Submarines have become the most important part of the nuclear triad. While they have thankfully never been used during a shooting war, nuclear-powered submarines carrying nuclear-tipped missiles are the most deadly weapons mankind has ever devised. In some cases—as in the case of the Ohio-class submarine during the height of the Cold War—even a single vessel could reduce as many as 288 city-sized targets into radioactive ash in less than 30 minutes. In... more »
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From Jenna a Orkin Boeing 737 Carrying 180 People Crashes in Iran, State Media Says Iranian diplomat after strike: 'We do not seek escalation or war'Number Of Animals Feared Dead In Australia’s Wildfires Soars To Over 1 Billion 24 charged with intentionally setting Australia bushfires Amazon Tribe Creates 500-Page Traditional Medicine Encyclopedia Activists Lose Last Battle to Protect Miami Forest from Development by Walmart U.S. imposes visa bans on International Criminal Court investigators - Pompeo (March) 66 Dead After Rapidly-Sinking Jakarta Pummeled By Worst Monsoons This Century... more »
2019 in Climate Science: A Continued Warming Trend and ‘Bleak’ Research
Not surprisingly, recent climate reasearch is downbeat.
Fernández’s Stance Regarding Maduro Impacts Brazil/Argentina Relationship
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Argentinian President Alberto Fernández has chosen to distance himself from the policy of isolation from Venezuela's autocratic leader Nicolás Maduro that characterized his predecessor, Mauricio Macri. The president who came to power in December is also unwilling to be an unconditional ally of the Venezuelan leader, unlike former president Cristina […] The post Fernández’s Stance Regarding Maduro Impacts Brazil/Argentina Relationship appeared first on The Rio Times.
Why Venezuela Now Has Two Parliamentary Presidents
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Following the election of a new presidency of the Venezuelan National Assembly, Juan Guaidó, the former incumbent, voted on a parallel committee under his leadership. At an improvised meeting of opposition deputies in the building of the daily 'El Nacional', which is critical of the government, he also had himself […] The post Why Venezuela Now Has Two Parliamentary Presidents appeared first on The Rio Times.
‘Favorita’ Carnaval Block Appeals State Police Decision to Veto Sunday’s Parade
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - On Monday, January 6th, the State Police (PM), under the allegation that the request to parade should have been made 70 days beforehand, vetoed the parade of the 'Favorita' Block in Copacabana, scheduled for January 12th, announced by the City Hall as the official opening of Rio's Carnival. The block […] The post ‘Favorita’ Carnaval Block Appeals State Police Decision to Veto Sunday’s Parade appeared first on The Rio Times.
The Real Reason the U.S. Is Interested in Iran
An Iran backgrounder that attempts to explain America's obsession.
Small And Powerful: These 5 Bullpup Rifles Are The World's Best
*Gun News Daily* *Technology, Americas* Take a look. *Key Point:* The bullpup market has exploded in popularity. What if I told you there are modern rifles that feature a full-length barrel, firing a standard rifle round, but they are the same size as a short-barreled rifle? If you think that sounds like an excellent idea, then you may be the perfect candidate for a bullpup rifle. A bullpup rifle can do all the above in a lightweight, easy handling package. The bullpup market has exploded in popularity. Quite a few countries have adopted the bullpup platform as their chosen ser... more »
American B-32 Bombers Kept Fighting Japan Even After World War II Had Ended
*Sebastien Roblin* *History, Asia* The very last fight of World War II. *Key Point:* The last Dominator was scrapped in 1949, leaving little evidence behind of the aircraft type that had embarked on that fateful last mission over Tokyo. The Boeing B-29 Superfortress heavy bomber achieved fame—and infamy—for its role in the atomic bombings of the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Developing the huge bombers, which could lug heavy bomb loads over long distances at high altitudes and speeds, amounted to the most expensive weapons program undertaken by the United States dur... more »
History Lesson: How the U.S. Captured One of Hitler's Submarines
*Warfare History Network* *History, Europe* [image: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_submarine_U-505#/media/File:U-505chicago.jpg] The 1944 acquisition of the U-505 was the first enemy warship taken by the United States since the War of 1812. *Key Point:* A remarkable story from the high seas. “Frenchy to Blue Jay—I have a possible sound contact,” squawked from USS *Guadalcanal’s* bridge intercom at 1110 hours. It meant that “Frenchy,” codename for the Destroyer Escort USS *Chatelain*, had located something during a sonar sweep. But Captain Daniel V. Gallery, commander of t... more »
Is Russia's 100-Megaton Nuclear Torpedo More Trouble Than Its Worth?
*Lyle J. Goldstein* *Security, Europe* There are risks to having such a large weapon. *Key Point:* The development of new weapons systems may benefit the military-industrial complex, but they don't benefit the safety of Russians or Americans. The “collateral damage” of the Russia investigation becomes ever more apparent. From the breakdown of American institutional norms between the executive and the legislature, to increasing distrust regarding the law enforcement and intelligence apparatus to regional crises, for example in Syria, that seem to spin increasingly out of control,... more »
Earthquake Hits Iran Near Nuclear Power Plant
A 4.9 magnitude earthquake struck 10 km south-east of Borazjan, Iran, at 2.20am GMT according to USGS. Reports said the quake hit near a nuclear plant, but added that it was a “natural” event. The world was shaken by the news of Iranian missiles hitting Iraqi bases housing US-led coalition personnel, and the crash of a Ukrainian passenger … The post Earthquake Hits Iran Near Nuclear Power Plant appeared first on OYE Alternative News.
Iran Warns US that an Attack Will Result in ‘Painful and Crushing’ Response, Including Against Israel
If the US and its allies launch any more attacks on Iran, they will incur “more painful and crushing responses,” the Islamic Revolutionary Guards of Iran warned, noting that ‘Zionist regime’ of Israel will not be spared. The IRGC issued a statement in the early hours of Wednesday local time, after launching a volley of … The post Iran Warns US that an Attack Will Result in ‘Painful and Crushing’ Response, Including Against Israel appeared first on OYE Alternative News.
Ukrainian Passenger Plane Crashes in Iran
Update: The crash of a Ukrainian passenger plane in Iran was the result of an engine failure, not terrorism, the Ukrainian embassy to Iran says. Shortly after the attack by Iran on US Military Airbases, local media reported a Ukrainian Boeing-737 with 180 people on board has crashed in Iran. Iran’s Red Crescent said there … The post Ukrainian Passenger Plane Crashes in Iran appeared first on OYE Alternative News.
Iran Launches Missiles at US Military Bases in Iraq – Its Begun!
After days of rapid escalation following the killing of Iranian General Qassem Suleimani last week, it has been reported that Iran have launched ballistic missiles at US military airbases in Iraq. Donald Trump is set to make a speech on Wednesday. All is well! Missiles launched from Iran at two military bases located in Iraq. Assessment … The post Iran Launches Missiles at US Military Bases in Iraq – Its Begun! appeared first on OYE Alternative News.
Nine Brazilian Airports Among List of World’s Most Punctual for Departures
SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL - The annual report by the OAG consultancy, which analyses aviation worldwide, ranked nine Brazilian airports among the world's most punctual for departing flights. The document lists the 20 most punctual airports in the small (2.5 to 5 million departures), medium (5 to 10 million), large (10 to 20 million), very large […] The post Nine Brazilian Airports Among List of World’s Most Punctual for Departures appeared first on The Rio Times.
ANFAVEA: Motor Vehicle Production in Brazil up 2.3 Percent in 2019
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The production of vehicles grew 2.3 percent in 2019, reported the National Association of Motor Vehicle Manufacturers (ANFAVEA) on Tuesday, January 7th. There were 2.94 million vehicles manufactured, including the segments of automobiles, vans, trucks, and buses. It is the largest annual volume since 2014, the first year before the […] The post ANFAVEA: Motor Vehicle Production in Brazil up 2.3 Percent in 2019 appeared first on The Rio Times.
Santander Raises Limit of Property Financing to 90 Percent of Value
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Santander announced on Tuesday, January 7th, the raising of the financing limit to 90 percent of the property's value, against 80 percent hitherto. In the midst of the real estate financing rate dispute in the country, the bank chose to resort to a new weapon: the option of providing a […] The post Santander Raises Limit of Property Financing to 90 Percent of Value appeared first on The Rio Times.
Facebook Will Delete Manipulated Videos and Photos
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Facebook has announced that manipulated videos and photos - known as 'deepfakes' - are banned from its social media as a means to prevent the spread of misinformation. The measure is also a way to protect the results of the US presidential elections, which are to take place at the […] The post Facebook Will Delete Manipulated Videos and Photos appeared first on The Rio Times.
Former senior adviser to WA Treasurer charged with indecent assault after work Christmas party
Former WA Labor Party senior media advisor, Stephen Kaless, is charged with the indecent assault of a woman in her 20s at a work Christmas party, the ABC understands.
There's something unusual in Morrison's response to Iran's airstrike
The dramatic escalation of hostilities between the US and Iran has put Scott Morrison in a delicate position this week, and his relative restraint in criticising Tehran is worth noting, writes David Speers.
Sharon and her husband both had cancer, but only one of them could afford to see a GP
Sharon Leonard had to stop seeing her GP of 30 years for follow-up cancer treatment appointments when she found out the sessions were not bulk-billed — and she is far from alone.
Sam Stosur falls in Brisbane International as Tennis Australia admits to 'transitional' year
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Tennis Australia says it hopes to introduce a women's version of the ATP Cup after players complain about being forced to outside courts at the Brisbane International as Sam Stosur crashes out of the tournament.
Will Donald Trump strike back?
The President will have to decide how to respond to the latest escalation in tensions between the US and Iran. It's anyone's guess where he'll land.
A matter of when, not if, cattle prices will rise because of drought
The relentless drought is seeing more breeding female cattle sent to slaughter, with industry leaders warning of significant price increases when the long dry does break.
I've watched real-time lethal drone strikes. This is how an attack plays out
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The US and other militaries that use attack drones are generally very secretive about their operations, adding to the lingering false perceptions. So what does such an operation actually involve? Peter Lee explains.
Here's what we know about the Iraqi airbases Iran has struck
Iranian missiles have struck Iraq's second-largest airbase, which houses US and coalition forces, alongside another critical to the fight against Islamic State — here's what we know about them.
Police describe shock at seeing Claremont victims' graves as graphic video shown
Graphic videos and photos of the burial sites of murder victims Jane Rimmer and Ciara Glennon deemed too distressing for public viewing are shown at the trial of Bradley Edwards for the Claremont serial killings.
Trump Threatens War Crimes Against Iran. Congress Must Stop Him.
Trump has already committed the crime of aggression against Iran, and he is now threatening to commit a war crime if he carries through on his January 4 promise to target Iran’s cultural sites. The United States has violated the United Nations Charter’s prohibition on the use of military force. This is the time to raise... Read more »
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