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Coronavirus and capitalism: join our online event
We’ll be trying out a two hour online event discussing some of the pressing global justice issues raised by the coronavirus crisis, and I’m pleased to say that Shalmali Guttal, who had planned to come over for our conference, will join this online discussion live from Thailand.
The Show Must Go On. Event 201: The 2019 Fictional Pandemic Exercise [World Economic Forum, Gates Foundation et al.]
Questioning the ruling class narrative should never be seen, nor framed, as reckless. It should never be subjected to shaming. Rather, it should be a prerequisite and respected as such. The imperative to always question the ruling class narrative is not the responsibility of a small handful of individuals, but the responsibility of a thinking society as a whole. A working class society. With media, global institutions, NGOs, academia, and science, all in the pocket of capital, as draconian measures set in, this prerequisite has never been more important or more urgent.
Justice Department Drops Case Against ‘Russian Influence Campaign’ While New Fake Claims Arise
The Justice Department dropped its case against a Russian company which was alleged of influencing the 2016 elections. But as one false claim about Russian influence campaigns is now thoroughly debunked new nonsensical claims about alleged Russian influence campaigns arise.
A fiasco in the making? As the coronavirus pandemic takes hold, we are making decisions without reliable data
The current coronavirus disease, Covid-19, has been called a once-in-a-century pandemic. But it may also be a once-in-a-century evidence fiasco.
Bloomberg’s Disastrous "Educational Reform" in New York City
[image: His thinking, rooted in systems analysis and cybernetics of de-mentors Norbert Wiener (left) and John von Neumann (right), Michael Bloomberg’s approach as mayor led to the destruction of New York City and its public school system.] Second of a Series: Mike Bloomberg's Thinking Will Kill Faster Than Any Virus by Barbara Boyd, barbara@lpac-organizers.com In the first article in this series, we discussed Michael Bloomberg’s mode of thinking, a disease he shares with the elites worldwide. It is more deadly than any virus could ever be. As Lyndon LaRouche first wrote back in 1... more »
Shut Down the Neo-Liberal Casino Economy, It Is Hopelessly Bankrupt
Shut Down the Neo-Liberal Casino Economy, It Is Hopelessly Bankrupt Video of Shut Down the Neo-Liberal Casino Economy, It Is Hopelessly Bankrupt Schiller Institute chairman Helga Zepp LaRouche issued an urgent call on March 18, which she reiterated in her weekly webcast on the 19th, for closing down the financial system for several days, to have time to enact urgently needed reforms, beginning with Glass Steagall banking separation, to carry out a bankruptcy reorganization of the present financial system. The neoliberal system is bankrupt, she said, due to the shift, which began f... more »
Win for Mauritius in world heritage development dispute
bilaterals.org - 11 hours ago
19-Mar-2020 The government of Mauritius triumphed in an investor-state arbitration against a group of United Kingdom property developers who wanted to develop property at a UNESCO World Heritage site on the island.
Vietnam et Sénégal intensifient leur coopération dans plusieurs domaines
bilaterals.org - 11 hours ago
19-Mar-2020 Les deux parties ont convenu de continuer à achever un cadre juridique pour la signature d'un protocole d'accord sur le commerce, et d'accord sur la protection et la promotion des investissements.
WATCH: Raging Cop Jumps in Front of Unarmed Teen’s Car, ‘Executes’ Him—No Charges
[image: cop]Despite graphic video of the "execution-style" killing of an unarmed teenager, prosecutors ruled the cop who killed him was justified.
15 political detainees released in Egypt
Egypt’s High State security prosecution ordered on Thursday the release of 15 political opposition detainees including Dr. Hassan Nafaa, Dr. Shady El-Ghazly Harb and Hazem Abdel Azim. Dr. Hassan Nafaa was arrested during September 2019 arrests following the videos of whistleblower Mohamed Ali and the famous 20 September protests. Both El-Ghazly Harb and Hazem Abdel Azim were arrested in 2018. The release of those activists comes amidst a campaign organized by opposition parties and powers in Egypt for a week or two now calling for the release of detainees because of Coronavirus con... more »
Climate Hustle 2 Postponed
When AMC, Regal, Cinemark and others announced that their theaters were going dark for six to twelve weeks to combat the coronavirus, CFACT met with our distribution partner, Fathom Events, and agreed that we had no choice but to postpone. The post Climate Hustle 2 Postponed appeared first on CFACT.
Democrats using Coronavirus to buy votes
Some Democrats are calling for forgiveness of student loan debts, or at least $10K of it, as part of how we deal with COVID19. This is absurd. The purpose of any economic package is to stimulate the economy and to help Americans who are, through no fault of their own, in need. But Democrats want to make it a big vote buying scheme. Suspending payments and interest accumulation on some loans held by people who are out of work may make sense. But Democrats want a lower middle class Black plumber in Chicago to subsidize the college education of someone who works at Google and makes ... more »
Does the Movie ‘Cats’ Have a ‘Butthole Cut’?
Don't hold your breath for this rumored movie version.
Fears Over Coronavirus Pandemic Driving Up Gun Sales
[image: fears-over-coronavirus-pandemic-driving-up-gun-sales] Buyers are concerned about protecting themselves and their property from looters, as well as the possibility that government may crack down on gun rights.
Fredo vs. Mike? Cuomo Brothers Argue on LIVE TV About Who Is Mommy’s Favorite
[image: fredo-vs-mike-cuomo-brothers-argue-on-live-tv-about-who-is-mommy-s-favorite] CNN anchor Chris Cuomo interviewed his older brother, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, on the Wuhan virus, and the discussion devolved into a juvenile sibling-rivalry spat over who was their mother’s favorite child.
Some Democrats Praise Trump’s Leadership Amid Coronavirus
[image: some-democrats-praise-trump-s-leadership-amid-coronavirus] Several Democratis politicians, normally highly critical of President Trump, spoke highly of his response to the coronavirus, including his plan to send cash to Americans.
Chinese woman given 7-year sentence for smuggling pangolin scales
A court in Shanghai has sentenced a woman to seven years in prison for smuggling pangolin scales, with a fine of 100,000 yuan (S$20,300). The Shanghai No 3 Intermediate People's Court heard that the defendant surnamed Li, together with others, flew to Shanghai Pudong International Airport from abroad on Nov 26, 2017 and May 18, 2018 with a large number of suspected pangolin scales in their luggage but without any customs declaration. The scales seized by police were identified as pangolin scales, with a total weight of 110.45 kg. After the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus, C... more »
Who should get a check? Not everyone.
Due to the drastic government response to the COVID19 crisis many Americans are out of work through no fault of their own. As one of the possible solutions to that problem people are talking about sending checks to Americans. That's a good idea but only if handled responsibly. Bernie Sanders demonstrates an irresponsible approach: We are likely already in a recession. Workers are losing income while their bills pile up. We need to provide direct, emergency $2,000 cash payments to every person in America every month for the duration of the crisis. — Bernie Sanders (@BernieSanders) M... more »
What The Coronavirus Government Lockdown Might Mean For The Future Of Employment
Because of concerns about spreading coronavirus, tens of millions of people are working from home that didn't before. read more
Parasitic Worms In Sushi: A Dramatic 283X Increase Since The 1970s
A new review finds a dramatic increase in the abundance of a worm that can be transmitted to humans who sushi - 283-fold more since the 1970s But is that due to better detection or a real increase? And what implications does it have for humans and marine mammals? read more
Pro-Najaf Hashd Threaten To Leave Hashd Commission
(Rudaw) On March 18, four pro-Najaf Hashd Brigades asked to join the Defense Ministry and leave the Hashd Commission. Those units were the Al-Abbas Combat Division, the Imam Ali Brigade, the Ansar al-Marjaiya Brigade, and the Ali Akbbar Brigade. This was to protest the recent appointment of Abdul Aziz al-Muhammadawi aka Abu Fadak from Kataib Hezbollah to lead the Commission in February. He replaced Abu Muhandis who was killed by the United States along with Iranian Revolution Guard Quds Force Commander General Qasim Suleimani. Abu Fadak was selected by a special committee made up o... more »
This Day In Iraqi History - Mar 19
1917 British forces captured Fallujah from Ottomans 1917 UK Cmdr Gen Maude sent message to Iraqis saying British had not come as conquerors but liberators and promised eventually Arab state free of foreign rule Said British would not impose their institutions and called on Arabs to help rule (Musings On Iraq book review *Supremacy And Oil, Iraq, Turkey, and the Anglo-American World Order, 1918-1930*) 1921 UK Cairo Conference decided that independent Mesopotamia govt would pay part of British expenses especially for troops 1921 UK Cairo Conference decided Sir Cox would offer amnesty... more »
A Low-Cost Ventilator Could Be Available Next Year. But Will It?
*Click to enlarge (source)* *by Thomas Neuburger* There's quite a lot to write about coronavirus, all of it of the PSA variety. There's the coming need for hospital beds ("These Places Could Run Out of Hospital Beds as Coronavirus Spreads"), the need for parts for ventilators ("Volunteers 3D-Print Unobtainable $11,000 Valve For $1 To Keep Covid-19 Patients Alive; Original Manufacturer Threatens To Sue"), the need to understand the new working-from-home environment ("Working From Home? Zoom Tells Your Boss If You're Not Paying Attention"), and so on. But let's start with ventilator... more »
Ilhan Omar is right for the wrong reasons: Trump and corona virus
Politics aside, this is incredible and the right response in this critical time. 👏🏽 https://t.co/MUzGkAxNaO — Ilhan Omar (@IlhanMN) March 19, 2020 Of course Ilhan doesn't mention Trump by name but the message is clear. What she's unconsciously admitting however is that the drastic steps that she and fellow leftist support for day to day life in America are in fact only useful when there is a crisis. Leftists act as though conservatives oppose drastic economic measures in times of crisis but that's not the case. Rather conservative oppose drastic economic measures that are unne... more »
Migrants Riot at Refugee Camp in Germany, Display ISIS Flags After They’re Put Under Coronavirus Quarantine
Migrants housed at a refugee camp in Germany began rioting, then threatened to burn down the facility, and subsequently tried to escape after they were put under a coronavirus quarantine.
Turkish Human Traffickers Jailed for Killing Boy Whose Drowning Sparked 2015 Migrant Crisis in Europe
Distressing images of Aylan’s lifeless body on a Turkish beach were were used by the media to shame Europe into opening its borders. Aylan’s father, who also lost his wife and Aylan’s brother on the voyage, was later identified as a human smuggler and the “captain” of the boat.
Children’s Health Defense vs. Federal Communication Commission in 5G Lawsuit
The FCC has failed to address the issue of non-thermal biological damage, which is where the greatest concern is today. The FCC’s obsolete guidelines have enabled the proliferation of new, high-frequency 5G radiation without any knowledge of its potential damage to humans.
Death at the Border: Syrian Refugees Should Not Be Used as Political Pawns
Turkey’s use of Syrian refugees as political pawns was one of the most tragic, heart-rendering episodes of the Syrian war and subsequent refugee crisis saga. The post Death at the Border: Syrian Refugees Should Not Be Used as Political Pawns appeared first on MintPress News.
March 19: We can start......
...with some GOOD news. https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/mar/19/china-reports-no-domestic-cases-of-coronavirus-for-first-time-since-outbreak-began ________________________________________________________________
COVID-19 Scenarios
A few days ago I posted my predictions for coronavirus scenarios here. Today, Yahoo has an interesting article on disease trajectory scenarios here: Adriana Belmonte (19, March 2020). Coronavirus: Infectious disease expert details 3 scenarios for the U.S. Yahoo Finance https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/coronavirus-expert-3-scenarios-for-the-us-151836934.html ….How will the coronavirus play out in the U.S.? According to Penn State University infectious disease expert, Maciek Boni, it depends on which scenario the country finds itself in. “One of them is the Chinese scenario, wher... more »
Monaco’s Head of State Prince Albert II Contracts Coronavirus
In a statement, the palace said Albert is continuing to work from his home office.
Tulsi Gabbard Ends Long-Shot 2020 Bid, Gives Support to Biden
The Hawaii congresswoman made the announcement by email.
Trump uses common sense: #FakeNews media panics
The COVID19/Corona virus comes from China and so Trump is calling it a Chinese virus. Historically no one has objected to that concept when it comes to German measles or the Spanish flu--which didn't originate in Spain. But the Chinese government is upset because it's facing a major backlash from its slaves, regular Chinese citizens, who are upset that government bungling really messed up their lives. The tyrant's response is to try and blame the US for the disease. The #FakeNews media seems to be falling in line to support the Chinese Communist government's lies by declaring that... more »
Cacao – The World Tree and Her Planetary Mission
*Jonathon Miller Weisberger* - To understand Cacao, we must understand where she comes from - a place closest to the sun, where day and night are equal in length all year long.
Excellent update interview with Lisa Savage
www.lisaformaine.org
The ’emerging market’ slump
Forecasts of a global slump in the rest of 2020 are coming in droves from mainstream economists – it’s now the consensus that there will be a contraction in global real GDP in at least two consecutive quarters (Q1 and Q2), in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic and the ‘lock down’ in response.
"Pianist Cheers Quarantined Barcelona With 'My Heart Will Go On'"
*"Pianist Cheers Quarantined Barcelona With 'My Heart Will Go On'"* "During the quarantine, a pianist in Barcelona went to his balcony to play “My Heart Will Go On” for his neighborhood. After he started, a sax player in the building next door joined him." ○ *"Sam:* "I know. It's all wrong. By rights we shouldn't even be here. But we are. It's like in the great stories Mr. Frodo, the ones that really mattered. Full of darkness and danger they were, and sometimes you didn't want to know the end because how could the end be happy? How could the world go back to the way it was when so m... more »
Will the pandemic pop the higher education bubble?
College Fix thinks it may. ... when large universities shift their course offerings online during a global pandemic, it might get students wondering – why would they continue to pay exorbitant fees for dorms, meal plans, and parking, when they can get the same instruction sitting at home in front of their computers? Once a large university proves it can provide a reasonable facsimile of its course offerings without the enormous expense, students may start to demand they do so. College affordability and student debt are two of the most pressing issues to young Americans today – the... more »
The Show Must Go On. Event 201: The 2019 Fictional Pandemic Exercise [World Economic Forum, Gates Foundation et al.]
Wrong Kind of Green at "Virus or No Virus, We Can't Lose Our Voice": Cheri Honkala on Frontline Communities - Wrong Kind of Green - 12 hours ago
The fictional pandemic exercise titled Event 201 was a high level simulation exercise that took place on October 18, 2019, at The Pierre, a luxury hotel in Manhattan NY. The event was held by Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, in partnership with the World Economic Forum and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The post The Show Must Go On. Event 201: The 2019 Fictional Pandemic Exercise [World Economic Forum, Gates Foundation et al.] appeared first on Wrong Kind of Green.
Turkish military convoy ambushed in Idlib countryside: report
BEIRUT, LEBANON (3:00 P.M.) – A Turkish military convoy that was traveling through the Idlib countryside on Wednesday was reportedly ambushed by unknown assailants, Muraselon news reported, citing opposition media. The Muraselon report said the Turkish Army convoy was traveling through the town of Mahambal when they were ambushed by the unknown assailants. “According to […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
US Coalition troops withdraw from Syrian border base: official
BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:45 P.M.)- The international coalition forces led by the United States began reducing its bases in Iraq by handing over its first military installation to the Iraqi security forces, the latter said via their official Facebook page on Thursday. According to the Iraqi security forces, they have officially taken control of the Al-Qa’im […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Lockheed Martin releases computer simulation destroying Russia’s S-400: video
Lockheed Martin Corp has released a promotional video that appears to show a simulated airstrike on Russian weaponry. More than halfway into the promo, CGI footage shows strikes by Lockheed’s planes on Russia’s trademark S-400 anti-air systems and a road-mobile Topol-M intercontinental ballistic missile system, as the voice-over narrates about the “ever-evolving threats” to US […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Turkish military sends convoy to Idlib, builds new base in Aleppo
BEIRUT, LEBANON (2:00 P.M.) – The Turkish military has increased their presence in the Idlib and Aleppo governorates this week, as the ceasefire established in Moscow earlier this month comes apart. According to reports from northwestern Syria, the Turkish military sent in reinforcements and equipment to their forces in northwestern Idlib and western Aleppo, with […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
All eyes on Jisr Al-Shughour as Syrian Army amasses large force in southwestern Idlib
BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:20 P.M.) – The Syrian Arab Army (SAA) has sent more reinforcements to the Jabal Al-Zawiya front of southwestern Idlib this week, as they prepare to launch a new push towards the strategic city of Jisr Al-Shughour. According to a field report from the southwestern Idlib front, the Syrian Arab Army sent reinforcements […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
"It May Be Necessary..."
"You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it." - Maya Angelou
Pandemic – The Invention of a Disease Called Fear
*Julian Rose* - Seize this auspicious moment - and let us be joined as one in an unwavering commitment to get off our knees and stand firm in the cause of defeating the ghosts of chaos and fear.
How To Reference A Website In An Essay Harvard Style
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Plagues and People – The Coronavirus in a Historical Perspective
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
STOCKHOLM / ROME, Mar 19 (IPS) - The human factor is intimately involved in the origin, spread, and mitigation of the Coronavirus and we cannot afford to ignore that our future existence depends on compassion and cooperation. Response matters! Read the full story, “Plagues and People – The Coronavirus in a Historical Perspective”, on globalissues.org →
Coronavirus & Water Pandemics: Doing the Math
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
HAMILTON, Canada, Mar 19 (IPS) - As the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic spreads, guidance on how wash your hands and other measures intensifies. These recommendations are important, but they are hardly of value to the 40% of humanity lacking access to even the most basic hand washing requirements — soap and water *1*. Read the full story, “Coronavirus & Water Pandemics: Doing the Math”, on globalissues.org →
COVID-19 in Africa: Fewer Cases So Far, and More Preparation Needed
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
Mar 19 (IPS) - The novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, recently declared a pandemic by the World Health Organisation, has taken the world by surprise. The good news is that tremendous scientific and technological advances have permitted scientists to understand a lot about this virus in a short amount of time. Read the full story, “COVID-19 in Africa: Fewer Cases So Far, and More Preparation Needed”, on globalissues.org →
Could the Coronavirus Pandemic have been Avoided if the World Listened to Indigenous Leaders?
Global Issues News Headlines - 12 hours ago
UNITED NATIONS, Mar 19 (IPS) - Mina Setra remembers the story clearly. As a Dayak Pompakng indigenous person from Indonesia, when visitors from the city who came into her community; brought bottled water with them because they were worried about the water not being suitable for drinking. Read the full story, “Could the Coronavirus Pandemic have been Avoided if the World Listened to Indigenous Leaders?”, on globalissues.org →
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From Jenna Orkin New York Stock Exchange to close trading floor after employee, trader test positive for coronavirus Vaclav Smil: We Must Leave Growth Behind Sept 2019 California preparing for worst case scenarios White House Takes New Line After Dire Report on Death Toll Coronavirus is the catalyst and not the cause of the coming economic and financial collapse. Be wary of overreaching government responses to coronavirus: Ron Paul People with Type A blood are MORE likely to catch coronavirus than those with Type O, study claimsMystery surrounds ouster of Chinese researchers from Canad... more »
Florida Man Jailed Twice in 2 Days for Impersonating Cop
“This guy clearly has not learned his lesson," said Sheriff Rick Staly.
‘Quarantine Shaming’: US Navigates Radical New Social Norms
As schools close and shelter-in-place orders sweep across the U.S., the divide between those who are stringently practicing self-isolation and those who are still trying to go about some semblance of a normal life has never been more clear.
BWorld 420, Evolving viruses and innovator drugs
* My column in BusinessWorld, March 17,2020. The bad news is that the Wuhan virus — a.k.a. severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 or SARS-CoV-2 which causes coronavirus disease 2019 or Covid-19 — continues to expand worldwide. The good news is that humanity is a survivor of many deadly viruses in the past and modern and innovator medicines and vaccines keep coming. It is also not “racist” to call it the Wuhan virus because for most viruses, they are named for the places where they first appeared or were discovered. Below shows some major viruses that humanity has overcome ... more »
Coming Economic Measures
You should wash your hands and put on a face mask before beginning this discussion. And I'm not reading tea leaves this time. No need for a ouija board to conjure. No need for a crystal ball. No need to sacrifice a pigeon to read the entrails. I didn't sacrifice a cat. There is chatter inside the beltway about the Federal Reserve instituting a *negative interest rate *for a specific time to stimulate the economy. I thought that we should discuss what that is and what it means. A negative interest rate environment is in effect when the nominal interest rate drops below zero percent f... more »
Vò Italy Used Combination of Testing & Quarantine to Stop Coronavirus; In Lombardy 11% Mortality Rate of those Testing Positive for Coronavirus Exceeds 1918 Flu
Italy was slow to take action. As a result, many have died, and will die, unnecessarily. But, Italy has taken … Continue reading →
WATCH: Cop Dumps 13 Rounds into Man With Hands Up, Kept Shooting His Lifeless Body
[image: shoot]A family has released a graphic video they say shows a Pueblo Police officer shoot and kill an unarmed man with his hands in the air.
Soldier Executes Afghan Civilian Begging for His Life During Live Broadcast on National Television
[image: Afghan]An elite Austrailian SAS soldier's body camera was streaming live on national television and captured the murder of an innocent unarmed Afghan civilian.
"The U.S. Government Is Preparing For An 18 Month Pandemic And 'Critical Shortages'”
*"The U.S. Government Is Preparing For An * *18 Month Pandemic And 'Critical Shortages'”* by Michael Snyder "Are you prepared for the nationwide shutdown that is happening now to last for the next 18 months? You may not believe that such a thing will happen, but the federal government apparently does. A 100 page government plan marked “For Official Use Only // Not For Public Distribution or Release” was obtained by the New York Times, and it paints a very bleak picture of what is coming. If the projections in this document are anywhere close to accurate, large numbers of Americans w... more »
Tweets For Today
Asian countries face second coronavirus wave, fuelled by people importing it from outside https://t.co/Ub6HfpA2qj — BBC News (World) (@BBCWorld) March 19, 2020 The number of confirmed coronavirus cases worldwide has surpassed 220,000. Of those, 8,953 have died, 84,912 have recovered, and 126,187 are still unresolved https://t.co/eUoE2b20hL — BNO Newsroom (@BNODesk) March 19, 2020 Breaking News: Stocks fell even as global governments took steps to offset the sharp decline gripping their economies. In the U.S., weekly jobless claims surged.https://t.co/LrcGksAiSU https://t.co/o82... more »
The Marines Are Modernizing Amphibious Landings With Chinese Missiles In Mind
*David Axe* *Security, * New landing craft and more. *Key point: *Cheaper ships that allow the Navy to disperse its forces will be more effective against Chines missiles. It’s no secret that the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps want to buy smaller, cheaper amphibious ships for landing troops and equipment on enemy shores. The new, small amphibs would complement the Navy’s existing force of around three-dozen large vessels, helping the fleet to spread out over a wider area in order to avoid Chinese anti-ship missiles. Now the U.S. fleet is narrowing down exactly what kind of ship... more »
A Fight for the Ages: How Individuals Can Help Shape a Better World in the Age of Coronavirus
*Mark Swilling* *Politics, World* [image: Reuters] Everyone has a part to play. The world is in the grip of two massive opposing forces. While many different forces will shape our future, these two in particular loom large. One is the overwhelming and relentless shift towards the sustainable world envisaged by the Sustainable Development Goals. In particular, the goal to eradicate poverty without blowing the fuses of the planet. The other is the force that thrives on inequality, boasts about toxic masculinity, mocks democratic freedoms, and champions big and shiny mega-projects... more »
Admiral Kuznetsov: Russia’s Hunk o’ Chunk Junk Aircraft Carrier That Won't Die
*Caleb Larson* *Security, * In late 2019 the ship caught fire during repair work. In short — there are many problems. But the Admiral Kuznetsov will sail on. The Admiral Kuznetsov is Russia’s only aircraft carrier. It’s suffered many mishaps — its dry dock sank in 2018, and an adjacent 70-ton crane came crashing into the deck, killing four and leaving a giant crater in the flight deck. In late 2019 the ship caught fire during repair work. In short — there are many problems. But the Admiral Kuznetsov will sail on. *Cursed Ship?* The non-nuclear aircraft carrier (technically class... more »
The Next Crisis: Homelessness Could Spike Thanks to Coronavirus
*Simone Casey, Liss Ralston* *Economics, * Research suggests they need more support. Our analysis shows an economic downturn as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic will dramatically increase rental stress for people with insecure or casual work. If the downturn persists this will place people in precarious jobs at higher risk of homelessness. The scenario we explored is the effect of loss of casual work on people on very low incomes. We identify this at-risk group as those aged between 19 and 30 years, living independently with disposable incomes of A$600 a week from casual work ... more »
Coronavirus Panic: Why Empty Shelves Shouldn't Make You Buy Even More Toilet Paper
*Flavio Romero Macau* *Public Health, World* [image: Reuters] It has more to do with human psychology. Panic buying, shop shelves emptied of toilet paper, hand sanitiser, pasta and other household supplies, supermarkets policing limits on buying products, Amazon and eBay stopping opportunists from selling items at exorbitant prices. When will things get back to normal? The good news: well before the coronavirus crisis is over. Usually a well-oiled supply chain guarantees no shortages or excesses in products. Products bought in the supermarket are quickly replenished, ensuring s... more »
Why We Have a Face Mask Shortage Thanks to Coronavirus
*Yanqiu Rachel Zhou* *Health, World* Allocation is becoming a serious issue. In recent weeks, two stories out of many about the shortage of face masks shed light on what our reliance on global supply chains means in the COVID-19 pandemic. On March 6, notwithstanding the ongoing trade war between the two countries, the United States granted China tariff exemptions for medical products, including face masks. Although the U.S. does make face masks, more than 90 per cent of those sold in the country are produced elsewhere. On March 8, a shipment of 240,000 face masks bound for Swit... more »
Could End of the World Book Help You Cope with Coronavirus?
*Katherine Shwetz* *Security, Americas* Dystopic science fiction provides a reference point for our anxieties during a time of global change. Masked people standing six feet apart. Empty shelves in the supermarket. No children in sight outside the school during recess. The social upheaval caused by COVID-19 evokes many popular dystopian or post-apocalyptic books and movies. Unsurprisingly, the COVID-19 crisis has sent many people rushing to fiction about contagious diseases. Books and movies about pandemics have spiked in popularity over the past few weeks: stuck at home self-i... more »
Hospital Ship to the Rescue: The U.S. Navy’s ‘Comfort’ Heads to New York City for Coronavirus
*David Axe* *Health, * U.S. Military Sealift Command has activated both of its giant hospital ships and is deploying one each to the East and West Coasts in order to help the local hospital systems cope with the rapidly-spreading coronavirus epidemic. U.S. Military Sealift Command has activated both of its giant hospital ships and is deploying one each to the East and West Coasts in order to help the local hospital systems cope with the rapidly-spreading coronavirus epidemic. New York governor Andrew Cuomo on March 18, 2020 told reporters that the White House had committed to se... more »
Texas Gov. Abbott Has Held the Line (Thus Far) Against Draconian COVID-19 Response
[image: texas-gov-abbott-has-held-the-line-thus-far-against-draconian-covid-19-response] Governor Greg Abbott has thus far refrained from the strict government controls seen in other states, largely leaving coronavirus response decisions to local leadership.
In One Month, Wall Street Has Taken Back All of Trump’s Gains
[image: in-one-month-wall-street-has-taken-back-all-of-trump-s-gains] On January 19, 2017, the day before President Trump was inaugurated, the Dow closed at $19,804. On February 12, 2020 the Dow closed at $29,551. One month later, on March 18, the Dow closed at $19,500.
EU Closes External Borders in Attempt to Slow Coronavirus Spread
[image: eu-closes-external-borders-in-attempt-to-slow-coronavirus-spread] The European Union has closed its external borders in a desperate attempt to halt the spread of the coronavirus as Europe has now replaced China as the global epicenter of the pandemic.
Coronavirus: Will courts continue to operate, preserving the rule of law?
Austin Sarat, Professor of Jurisprudence and Political Science, Amherst College at Politics + Society – The Conversation - 13 hours ago
Compared to many other advanced countries, both federal and state court systems in the United States are behind in using videoconferencing in court settings.
Did the US commit crimes in Afghanistan? International prosecutors want to find out
Hurst Hannum, Professor of International Law, Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy, Tufts University at Politics + Society – The Conversation - 13 hours ago
There are many hurdles to a successful prosecution of individuals accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity. But trying to seek justice is not a futile exercise.
How to make presidential debates serve voters, not candidates
John P. Koch, Senior Lecturer and Director of Debate, Vanderbilt University at Politics + Society – The Conversation - 13 hours ago
Three new approaches in the field of competitive academic debate offer ideas that could help presidential debates serve both their public purposes.
World ‘Must Never Forget The Deadly Coronavirus Cover-Up’ By China's Communist Government
Sky News host Chris Smith says the entire world “should never forget” the “deadly cover-up” which has taken place within the Communist Party of China on the deadly coronavirus.https://t.co/4Zeba97v8b — Sky News Australia (@SkyNewsAust) March 19, 2020 *WNU Editor:* The Chinese are trying very hard to change the narrative, even blaming the US Army for this disaster .... *China Accuses The U.S. For Starting The Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic* (March 12, 2020). My prediction. The Chinese government is going to fail, especially as the human and economic costs of this pandemic mount.
Tokyo 2020 Olympics Doomed Thanks to Coronavirus?
*James Skinner, Aaron CT Smith* *Public Health, World* [image: Reuters] Here's what we can learn from the past. The coronavirus has plunged the global sporting calendar into disarray. Football fixtures across Europe have now been postponed, including the Euro 2020, English Football League and the English Premier league. Such scenarios remove revenues from gate takings, significantly affect sport media broadcasters and leads to knock-on effects for sponsors and advertisers. Some estimates suggest the postponement of EURO 2020 will cost UEFA roughly €250-300 million (£230-280 mil... more »
Coronavirus Mayhem: You Won't Be On a Beach Anytime Soon
*Hassan Vally* *Health, Oceania* Here's what the governments are doing to ensure our safety. Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced this morning gatherings of more than 500 people outdoors would be banned, along with gatherings of more than 100 people indoors, in an attempt to stop the spread of coronavirus. This ban will greatly affect events across the country – especially weddings. But where did the 100 figure come from, and if you’re in close proximity to people, does it matter if there’s a roof over your head? *Why being indoors matters* We have only known about COVID... more »
How America's Delta Force Became Second To None
*Sebastien Roblin* *Security, Americas* Special Forces Operational Detachment Delta—or “Delta Force”—remains cloaked equally in official secrecy and popular legend. *Key point: *During the early years of the hunt for Bin Laden, Delta operators saw action in Afghanistan and more discreetly in Pakistan and India’s Kashmir province. Just how much torture is a person willing to undergo to get a prestigious job? Given that an average of 250 resumes are submitted for every job position in the United States, one would assume quite a lot. But there’s writing endless resumes—and then th... more »
Yes, Verizon Fios Offers Cable TV (Not Just Insanely Fast Internet)
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *Technology, * Verizon has introduced a more customized pricing model for its Fios TV service. This enables customers to personally choose what channels and services they want in the package. You would think this would ease the high-jacking of your wallet—but you are sorely mistaken. In an effort to differentiate itself from legacy cable service providers, Verizon’s Fios TV gets an “A” for gumption. But it may already be too late to change how TV and movies are consumed. Verizon has introduced a more customized pricing model for its Fios TV service. This enabl... more »
Spectrum TV: No Contracts But the Extra Fees Stink
*Ethen Kim Lieser* *Technology, * Your father always told you to read the small print. That’s great advice if you’re thinking about signing up for Spectrum TV. Your father always told you to read the small print. That’s great advice if you’re thinking about signing up for Spectrum TV. Yes, there are no run-for-the-hills contracts to sign, but if you sit down and do the math, the wise choice is to stay far away. Like many cable and satellite TV providers, Charter Communications’ Spectrum TV is also suffering. In fact, about 6 million abandoned satellite and cable in 2019, accordi... more »
L.A. Releases Hundreds Of Inmates, Illegal Aliens From Jail To ‘Combat’ Coronavirus
What could possibly go wrong? Jamie White | Infowars.com – March 17, 2020 Image Credits: mediaphotos/Getty Images. Hundreds of inmates, including illegal immigrants, in Los Angeles are being released from jails to “protect” them from coronavirus. The Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department stated that its officers across the county have been directed to release inmates … Continue reading L.A. Releases Hundreds Of Inmates, Illegal Aliens From Jail To ‘Combat’ Coronavirus →
Philly Police to ‘Delay’ Arrests Of Car Thieves, Robbers & More Over Coronavirus Risks
Chris Menahan InformationLiberation Mar. 17, 2020 Philadelphia police will “delay” the arrests of car thieves, robbers, burglars, vandals, prostitutes and more to mitigate risks of their officers getting coronavirus, according to an internal memo. Due to the coronavirus crisis, Philadelphia police will no longer be making arrests … Continue reading Philly Police to ‘Delay’ Arrests Of Car Thieves, Robbers & More Over Coronavirus Risks →
Ann Coulter: Cheap TVs, Expensive Flu
Ann Coulter 18 Mar 20205 Here’s a thought: While self-quarantining with their families in multimillion-dollar Manhattan co-ops, Wall Street wives ought to have a chat with their Master of the Universe husbands about China, globalism and political correctness. Those are the vectors of their robber-baron wealth. Thanks to “globalism” — i.e., cheap goods from … Continue reading Ann Coulter: Cheap TVs, Expensive Flu →
EXCLUSIVE: Evidence Shows Director General of World Health Organization Severely Overstated the Fatality Rate of the Coronavirus Leading to the Greatest Global Panic in History
Joe Hoft March 17, 2020 The controversial Ethiopian politician and Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, claimed in a press conference in early March that the fatality rate for the coronavirus was many multiples that of the fatality rate of the common flu. This egregiously false premise has led … Continue reading EXCLUSIVE: Evidence Shows Director General of World Health Organization Severely Overstated the Fatality Rate of the Coronavirus Leading to the Greatest Global Panic in History →
YouTube To Start Using Coronavirus As Pretext To Remove Videos That Don’t Violate Its Guidelines
“We know this will be hard for all of you” Gabriel Keane March 16, 2020 Google-owned YouTube is claiming that staffing shortages caused by the coronavirus epidemic will force the platform to censor much more content than usual – which is remarkable considering the massive volume of innocuous content censored by the platform on a … Continue reading YouTube To Start Using Coronavirus As Pretext To Remove Videos That Don’t Violate Its Guidelines →
Twitter Allows Bernie Bro Who Threatened to Kill Cops to Remain on Platform
Tweets from yusufneedsarest were removed, but no further action was taken Jack Hadfield March 17, 2020 Share on FacebookShare on Twitter A supporter of Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) who tweeted out to his followers to shoot police in the face is allowed to remain on Twitter, despite directly advocating violence. Twitter user yusufneedsarest is a … Continue reading Twitter Allows Bernie Bro Who Threatened to Kill Cops to Remain on Platform →
The Coronavirus And Hybrid Warfare
Initially, Iranian and Chinese officials declared that the coronavirus was a biological weapon created in US military laboratories. The US media was quick to accuse those behind the statements of spreading conspiracy theories, but proponents of the theory began speculating further – was the leak random or was every action […]
Judge Enjoins Trump Administration's Easing of Restrictions on 3-D Gun Blueprints
"Liberator" 3-D printed gun. (Vvzlad, boxoverview.com/vvzvlad/2013/liberator/; CC BY-SA 2.0, https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/) Over the past two years, the Trump administration has attempted to change the export controls for small arms, including rifles, handguns, and assorted technology like rifle scopes and ammunition. Historically, small arms were placed on the United States Munitions List (USML). Created by the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and overseen by the State Department, the USML controls the export of weapons and related technology, such as missiles an... more »
Is ICE’s Use of a Maryland Facial Recognition Database Lawful?
Illustration of a woman with facial recognition mapping projected onto her face. (Pixabay/teguhjatipras, https://pixabay.com/illustrations/flat-recognition-facial-face-woman-3252983/) The Washington Post reported recently that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials have accessed, without obtaining judicial process, a Maryland facial recognition database that contains photographs of more than 275,000 undocumented immigrants who have obtained special driver’s licenses under a 2013 state law. “It’s a betrayal of immigrants’ trust for the [state] to turn around and l... more »
Surviving while self-employed during COVID-19
The Halifax Examiner is providing all COVID-19 coverage for free. News 1. Daily COVID-19 update: more closures, but the Irving Shipyard, which employs 1,300 people, is still open Tim was at the province’s press conference yesterday where it was announced there are now 12 people in Nova Scotia who tested positive for COVID-19. All of […]
'It is like a ghost town': AFL, NRL enter the brave new world of no crowds at matches
Just In - 14 hours ago
AFL and NRL players begin to get used to the "weird" sensation of playing matches inside empty stadiums as both competitions step up measures to combat the coronavirus pandemic.
Soldier seen killing an unarmed Afghan suspended as Defence Minister refers matter to the AFP
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The Australian Defence Force says it has suspended the soldier who shot an unarmed Afghan civilian in footage aired by Four Corners, calling the revelations "serious and disturbing".
More cash handouts considered for second stimulus package — as it happened
The Treasurer says 'everything is on the table' as the Government works to soften the economic blow of COVID-19. Earlier in the day, the Prime Minister announced a travel ban on non-residents and non-citizens and the RBA cut rates to a historic low. Look back at how the day unfolded in our blog.
Prisons and the COVID-19 Pandemic: What Must Be Done NOW to Prevent Catastrophe
Interview with prison expert Michele Deitch about what can be done to reduce the impact of COVID-19 in prisons: NOW!
How Do You Deal With a Fake “CoronaVirus” Pandemic?…
Easy. Ride it out. Look for ways to profit. Watch Trump Teach These Assholes A Lesson… Make some popcorn – this is going to have a bigger audience then the SuperBowl. America is going to be the BIG winner… Opinion by “Deplorable” Consumer Advocate Tim Bolen Fake CoronaVirus Pandemic? Of course it is. It has … Continue reading How Do You Deal With a Fake “CoronaVirus” Pandemic?…
Sneaky swamp drops Mueller ‘Russian troll farm’ case amidst corona crisis (Video)
The Duran Quick Take: Episode 503. More The post Sneaky swamp drops Mueller ‘Russian troll farm’ case amidst corona crisis (Video) appeared first on The Duran.
China Hits Back On U.S. Moves To Bring The Medical Supply Chain Back To The U.S.
Probably didn’t see this coming and hence entering panic mode? https://t.co/CaNiImsqKz — Collin Koh (@CollinSLKoh) March 19, 2020 *WNU Editor:* My brother works with a number of pharmaceutical companies, and he told me last week that even if the Chinese offer to make the basic ingredients for much of our drugs/supplments/and vitamins for free, all the major US and European pharmaceutical companies are going to diversify out of China to other countries as well returning to the US. As he told me bluntly. They are done with China.
How Long Will Americans be Fighting the Coronavirus?
Scientists say there isn’t a simple answer.
Celebrities Get Coronavirus Tests, Raising Concerns of Inequality
President Donald Trump said the well-to-do and well-connected shouldn’t get priority for coronavirus tests, but conceded that the rich and famous sometimes get perks.
Coronavirus Contrasts: Wuhan Offers Hope While Italy Nears Stark Toll
The Chinese city of Wuhan reported no new homegrown infections. Meanwhile, Italy is likely to overtake China's death toll.
The Imposition of Medical Martial Law in America
Shortly after the events of September 11, 2001, Professor Larry Gostin, Co-director of the Center for Law and the Public's Health at Georgetown and Johns Hopkins University drafted a proposal for "The Model State Emergency Health Powers Act" or MSEHPA. This act was originally drafted by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to aid state governments in their response to bioterrorism and, most importantly in this time of the COVID-19 pandemic, control the spread of epidemics. The act was to form a template for state governments to assist them in drafting their own health emer... more »
"Covid-19 Pandemic Updates As Available"
*"Covid-19 Pandemic Updates As Available"* *Thu, 03/19/2020 - 11:30: *"What Is Our Country Going To Look Like If Millions Of Americans Start Dying From COVID-19?" *MAR 19, 2020 8:52 AM: *"Covid-19 Deaths In Italy On Track To Pass China As More Countries Close Borders; Confirmed US Cases Climb 50%: Live Updates"
Arizona Permanent Drought Update
Five years ago, the Flagstaff, Arizona newspaper announced the permanent drought. 08 Mar 2015, 4 – Arizona Daily Sun at Newspapers.com Since then, precipitation in Flagstaff has been slightly above the long term mean. https://hprcc.unl.edu/products/maps/acis/60mPNormUS.png Over the past four months, … Continue reading →
This Date In 1936
On this date in 1936, much of the Eastern US was underwater. My grandfather was evacuated from a meeting in downtown Pittsburgh by boat. 20 Mar 1936 – ALL EASTERN AMERICA UNDER FLOOD WATERS 19 Mar 1936, Page 1 – … Continue reading →
Your Future Depends on Shutting Down the Casino Economy!
Your Future Depends on Shutting Down the Casino Economy! Video of Your Future Depends on Shutting Down the Casino Economy! How many breakthroughs in medicine have we missed because we allowed the casino economy to make short term profits at the expense of our medical industry? Where would we be today if we had a real, human economy? How do we get there? What can we learn from this pandemic? Every weekday morning Harley will brief you on what you need to know to start your day. On Tuesdays, we broadcast his briefing live on the LaRouchePAC Facebook page at 12:00 pm eastern, where h... more »
LaRouche Addresses Coronavirus Crisis in 1998
LaRouche Addresses Coronavirus Crisis in 1998 Video of LaRouche Addresses Coronavirus Crisis in 1998 In 1998, Lyndon LaRouche presented a speech, “How the Top 1% of Americans Think.” Not the top 1% who are rich, but Americans who decided to think their way through an international financial collapse and the spread of deadly viruses. He outlined how we got to our present rotten state in real economy and healthcare. He said we had to become angels and go to war against the intellectual and moral stupidity which put us in this crisis. How do you think about reconstructing the real ec... more »
Intégration africaine : Le coronavirus, une menace d'ampleur pour la ZLECAf ?
bilaterals.org - 14 hours ago
19-Mar-2020 Les mesures isolationnistes pour éviter toute propagation du coronavirus font peser une menace sur la Zone de libre-échange continentale africaine (ZLECAf).
Poultry state congressmen pressure trade talks to get American chicken into UK
bilaterals.org - 14 hours ago
19-Mar-2020 The mostly poultry state congressmen outlined the trade barriers U.S. producers currently face and called for the inclusion of US poultry products in any new US-UK trade agreement.
Dystopian Future Versus Dystopian Past
There are people who believe that the dystopian future has already arrived, that the enemies of their way of life have uprooted them from a golden past that would have been their life—they will make any sacrifice to take the world back, back to the golden past. But there are those who abhor the past which they believe was dystopian and which refuses to go away; they protest that they are being forced to live in a past to which they do not belong and they demand a future—any future, they think, will be better than the dystopian past which is devouring their present.
Picture Of The Day
A pedestrian walks on Wall St., as concerns about coronavirus disease keep more people at home, in front of the New York Stock Exchange. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson *WNU Editor:* The above picture is form this photo-gallery .... *Top Photos of the Day* (Reuters).
Syria News Links 14-19 March 2020
19 March 2020 — The New Dark Age There may be some duplication due to cross-posting and may be updated throughout the day, so please check back A Tale of Two Foreign Policies: The Train-Wreck Abroad Is Bipartisan https://www.strategic-culture.org/news/2020/03/19/a-tale-of-two-foreign-policies-the-train-wreck-abroad-is-bipartisan/ New Evidence of US Ties to Terrorists https://journal-neo.org/2020/03/19/new-evidence-of-us-ties-to-terrorists/ 12 Ways the U.S. Invasion of Iraq Lives on … Continue reading Syria News Links 14-19 March 2020
Small Farms Also Struggle As Restaurants Shut Down Due To Coronavirus
At Norwich Meadows Farm in upstate New York, Zaid Kurdieh and his wife Haifa grow varieties of vegetables coveted by New York City chefs. If this were a normal week, diners would be enjoying their produce at restaurants like Blue Hill, ABC Kitchen, and Gramercy Tavern. Due to the coronavirus outbreak, however those restaurants are closed indefinitely—creating a dire situation for them and others like them.
Solar Accounts For 40% Of U.S. Electric Generating Capacity Additions In 2019, Adds 13.3 GW
WASHINGTON, D.C. and HOUSTON, TX – Solar accounted for 40% of all new electric generating capacity in the U.S. in 2019, its highest share ever and more than any other source of electricity, with 13.3 gigawatts (GW) installed. Despite policy challenges and a second year of the Section 201 tariffs, the U.S. solar market grew by 23% from 2018, according to the U.S. Solar Market Insight 2019 Year-in-Review report... more »
The Roots Of Anti-Racist, Anti-Fascist Resistance In The US
“No Trump, No KKK, No Fascist USA!” has been a popular protest chant since the New York real-estate mogul and former reality TV star became the 45th president of the United States. This was no mere rhetorical flourish. We saw a surge in the ranks of white nationalists and the “alt-right,” an escalation of domestic terrorist attacks on Black and Brown people, immigrants, Muslims, Jews, and the LGBTQ community.
Love (And Mutual Aid) In The Time Of Coronavirus
I got an email from energy company Pepco today saying that they have “suspended service disconnections” and are “waiving new late payment fees through at least May 1…” When I called American Airlines yesterday in order to cancel my upcoming flights, they told me that I can call and re-book travel to any destination for that same amount before the end of this year without incurring any change fees.
Coronavirus Is A Historic Trigger Event — And It Needs A Movement To Respond
Even in times of social distancing, building a collective, social response to the pandemic is our only salvation. There are times in history when sudden events — natural disasters, economic collapses, pandemics, wars, famines — change everything. They change politics, they change economics and they change public opinion in drastic ways.
Who Wants a Revolution? No One Who Owns A Major Media Outlet
Just a few weeks ago, early Bernie Sanders primary victories had media scrambling to turn winning into losing (FAIR.org, 2/24/20) and to find ways to discredit his rise (FAIR.org, 2/28/20, 3/6/20; Slate, 3/6/20). With a sudden turnaround in the race after Super Tuesday that finds Joe Biden in the lead both in polls and delegates, media have been quick to spin the reversal as a rejection of progressive politics.
We Won’t Pay For This Crisis: An Emergency Program To Protect Working People
The spread of the COVID-19 virus has caused not only a world health crisis, but may also cause a deep economic depression. The fabric of society is becoming strained to the breaking point, and social, economic, and political catastrophes are already erupting in a variety of forms. We live in a society in which our very existence is constantly dominated and constrained by the dual imperatives of profit and competition.
China Calls For Lifting Of U.S. Sanctions Against Iran
Amid the fight against the coronavirus COVID-19, China called on March 16 for the immediate lifting of U.S. sanctions on Iran, one of the countries hardest hit by the pandemic. China’s call came in response to a letter sent by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani to leaders of several countries. Rouhani accused the U.S. government of continuing to thwart Iran’s efforts to counter the pandemic... more »
Towards Democratic Public Ownership In The 21st Century
Our current political economic system is in crisis. Forty years of market fundamentalism, privatisation, and unchecked corporate power have led us to the point of ecological collapse, increasing economic and social inequality, and dangerous political instability and backlash. Driven by the system’s failings, and the real pain being felt by workers and communities across the world... more »
US House Rams Through Nicaragua Regime-Change Bill With Zero Opposition
As the Donald Trump administration’s year-long coup attempt against Venezuela spirals out in failure, the US government has taken aim at Nicaragua with increasing ferocity, in a bid to topple its democratically elected, leftist Sandinista government. Washington’s pressure escalated further on March 9 when the US House of Representatives passed a bipartisan resolution in a voice vote without any opposition that demanded more sanctions... more »
Double standards
Meanwhile, back at the ranch, Brendan O’Neill has written a sharp piece about ‘the problem we don’t like talking about.’ I urge you to read it, as well as the responses below the line. I’ll try to summarise, which is very cheeky and presumptuous, but I’ve learned that not everyone (especially me) has the time and patience to click on every link. O’Neill is concerned that the conviction of Hashem Abedi for the murders of 22 attendees of Ariana Grande’s concert at the Manchester Arena hasn’t engendered an appropriate amount of media coverage. Although his brother Salman was the act... more »
The Government’s Speech and the Constitution: Public School Teachers & Transgender Students & Pronouns
For the Symposium on Helen Norton, The Government's Speech and the Constitution (Cambridge University Press, 2019). Caroline Mala Corbin *The Government’s Speech and the Constitution, *by government speech expert Helen Norton, starts with what Norton terms the “first-stage” government speech question of distinguishing private speech from government speech. Most of this excellent book examines the “second-stage” government speech question of what limits the U.S. Constitution imposes on when and how the government may speak. In this piece, I apply Norton’s framework to the problem o... more »
"Economic Market Snapshot AM 3/19/20
*AM 3/19/20, Updated as Available.* ◆ *Perfect storm: "*A perfect storm is an event in which a rare combination of circumstances drastically aggravates the event. The term is used by analogy to an unusually severe storm that results from a rare combination of meteorological phenomena." Coronavirus consequences precipitate total global economic collapse... ◆ Updates: *MAR 19, 2020 8:18 AM:* "Sheer Panic: Futures Surge, Tumble, Surge, Tumble..." *March 19, 2020:* "Margin Call: You Were Warned Of The Risk" ◆ Suggested MUST reads: "The Demise Of The Financial System Is Imminent" "Banks ... more »
It's Been An Interesting Few Days
*WNU Editor:* I would think that by hiding out in my chalet since Monday that I would be left alone. That has not happened. People that I have not talked to for a very long time are calling me. And as for family. My brother and I talk every day for an hour or two. That also includes my cousins in Russia and Ukraine, as well as some of their kids who now run the family business who want my advice .... correction .... need my advice and direction. And then there are all of my contacts and friends around the world, who now have the time to talk and socialize. Needless to say that this ... more »
The Cause of What I Feel Is What I Do: How I Eliminate Pain
Over the last twenty years, I have experienced a litany of chronic pain: back pain, neck pain, foot pain, knee pain, forearm pain, and tailbone pain. I also experienced bizarre chronic tingling on my scalp. The good news is that I have managed to virtually eliminate every one of these problems. Perhaps these ills would […] The post The Cause of What I Feel Is What I Do: How I Eliminate Pain appeared first on Econlib.
Covid-19 and Conservative Liberalism
How does Covid-19 illustrate things about conservative liberalism? There are no absolute libertarians in foxholes. In the Covid-19 crisis, it is very likely that the government should exert its power of institutionalizing the initiation of coercion. Very plausibly, the government should coerce anew, for example ordering bars and concerts to suspend activities. Such emergency […] The post Covid-19 and Conservative Liberalism appeared first on Econlib.
A Brave New World
While he applauds the federal government's support package, Jim Stanford writes that it should be larger -- and it will have to be larger -- because there are bigger shoes to drop: Clearly, this terrible situation is going to get worse before it gets better. Expect the April labour force data (to be published in early May … assuming Statistics Canada staff are able to work!) to show a sudden decline in employment of 300,000 or more -- by far the biggest one-month drop in Canadian history. That would push the unemployment rate quickly up toward 7 per cent, with more to come. (The M... more »
The Northwest Territorie's government aims to shoot wolves from aircraft
The Northwest Territories government has been authorized to proceed immediately with a plan that includes using satellite collars and shooting from aircraft to cut wolf populations by up to 80 per cent. The plan targets wolves that prey on the Bathurst and Bluenose East barren-ground caribou herds, both of which have been in steep decline. In a decision announced Friday, the Wek'èezhìı Renewable Resources Board said it would allow the proposed wolf management program to proceed as a one-year pilot project while a longer-term plan is reviewed more closely. The program was jointly pro... more »
Rio and São Paulo Hospitals Have Healthcare Professionals with Coronavirus
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Two hospitals, one in Rio and another in São Paulo, have already recorded new coronavirus The post Rio and São Paulo Hospitals Have Healthcare Professionals with Coronavirus appeared first on The Rio Times.
Coronavirus in South America: Governments Begin to Toughen Measures
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Faced with the pandemic spread of the new coronavirus (2019-nCoV), more and more countries in South America are restricting mobility and closing borders. In Peru, President Martín Vizcarra declared a national emergency on Sunday. Since Monday, a curfew has been in force, as already imposed in Italy, Spain . . […] The post Coronavirus in South America: Governments Begin to Toughen Measures appeared first on The Rio Times.
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Rapid Response was Crucial to Containing the 1918 Flu Pandemic; Slow Response Resulted in More Deaths
Most countries appear to have procrastinated in their responses to Coronavirus-Covid-19. Their decision-makers have blood on their hands, as explained … Continue reading →
"The Global Repricing of Assets Can't Be Stopped"
*"The Global Repricing of Assets Can't Be Stopped"* All bubbles pop, period. by Charles Hugh Smith "The financial elites are pushing a narrative that asset prices, sales and profits will all return to January 2020 levels as soon as the Covid-19 pandemic fades. Get real, baby. Nothing is going back to January 2020 levels. Rather than the "V-shaped recovery" expected by Goldman Sachs et al., the crash in asset prices will eventually gather momentum. Why? It's simple: for 20 years we've over-invested in speculative bubbles and squandered borrowed money on consumption and under-invested... more »
Coronavirus Fact Check: Experts Identify Facts From Fictitious Claims
Trent Yarwood, Ben Harris-Roxas, Daniel Reeders, Kathryn Snow at The National Interest - 15 hours ago
*Trent Yarwood, Ben Harris-Roxas, Daniel Reeders, Kathryn Snow* *Public Health, World* [image: Reuters] Here are 9 claims the experts examined. *Editor’s note: Here are some of the top coronavirus and COVID-19 claims our readers said they’d like to see tested against the research evidence. We asked these public health and infectious disease experts to explain.* *1. Is herd immunity a good strategy?* Herd immunity is not part of the Australian strategy for controlling the outbreak. On social media there are many people calling for stronger and faster government responses, includi... more »
Yes the Coronavirus Pandemic Could Come for the Gulf States Next
*Seth J. Frantzman* *Health, Middle East* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2020%3Anewsml_RC2P9F93WDTJ&share=true] How bad could it get? They have the busiest airport in the world, key hubs of international commerce and are a conduit for twenty percent of the world’s oil supply. Now the Gulf states and all their rapid economic success in recent years are threatened by the advance of the coronavirus pandemic. Amid the concerns about shutdowns in Europe and the United States, as well as death tolls in Iran and China, the Gulf countries’ challenges ... more »
Have We Found the Origins of Coronavirus?
*Alexandre Hassanin* *Public Health, World* [image: Reuters] Genome analysis suggests two viruses may have combined. In the space of a few weeks, we have all learned a lot about COVID-19 and the virus that causes it: SARS-CoV-2. But there have also been a lot of rumours. And while the number of scientific articles on this virus is increasing, there are still many grey areas as to its origins. In which animal species did it occur? A bat, a pangolin or another wild species? Where does it come from? From a cave or a forest in the Chinese province of Hubei, or elsewhere? In Decembe... more »
If Hitler Beat The World War II Allies, Switzerland Was Next On His List
*Michael Peck* *Security, Europe* Switzerland almost became another one of Hitler’s conquests. *Key point: *Switzerland was more lucky than skilled in avoiding being conquered. Switzerland emerged from World War II unconquered but not untarnished. Switzerland did survive as a free, democratic state in a Europe prostrate under the Nazi jackboot. But the Swiss also emerged under a cloud of collaboration with the Third Reich. Handling gold looted by the Nazis in return for minerals that kept the German war machine running, or keeping billions in assets belonging to Holocaust victi... more »
Viral Wildcard: How Coronavirus Has Added to the Damage to Oil Producers
*Warren Mabee* *Economics, Americas* [image: Reuters] The situation is getting worse for Canadian oil producers. Since the end of February, oil prices have plunged, with the base price for West Texas Intermediate (the de facto North American standard) declining from more than US$50 a barrel to less than $30. The story is much worse for Canadian oil producers. The price of Western Canadian Select has fallen from US$38 a barrel in February to US$16.33 a barrel on March 16, a 43 per cent decline in value. This is a devastating turn of events, particularly for the provinces of Alber... more »
Could Coronavirus Actually Help Trump's Political Fortunes?
*Alex De Waal* *Politics, Americas* [image: Reuters] " "Crisis, confusion and fear are an opportunity for politicians to enact measures that would normally be regarded as beyond the pale." The Trump administration’s mishandling of the coronavirus crisis has been widely condemned by health experts. But if the administration’s bungling proves costly to Trump in the November election, it will be an exception to the historical rule that epidemics haven’t led to political unrest or governments being voted out of office. Some kinds of health crises do have political consequences: Hung... more »
Coronavirus Help? A Rare American Cargo Plane Hauls Field Hospital, Saves Lives
*David Axe* *Security, * An American medical charity has deployed a field hospital to northern Italy in order to help the country cope with the coronavirus pandemic. And to get there, the charity rode in a high-performing, but rare, vintage airplane. A Douglas DC-8. by DAVID AXE An American medical charity has deployed a field hospital to northern Italy in order to help the country cope with the coronavirus pandemic. And to get there, the charity rode in a high-performing, but rare, vintage airplane. A Douglas DC-8. Samaritan’s Purse, a self-described “non-denominational evange... more »
Russia’s Ski Armor Was a Really Dumb Idea
*David Axe* *History, * It’s no secret that the Soviet army was badly prepared to fight Finnish forces in late 1939 and early 1940, during the brief, bloody and — for the Soviets — catastrophic Russo-Finnish Winter War. One particularly ill-conceived weapon underscores just how unready the Soviets were. The armored sled. It’s no secret that the Soviet army was badly prepared to fight Finnish forces in late 1939 and early 1940, during the brief, bloody and — for the Soviets — catastrophic Russo-Finnish Winter War. One particularly ill-conceived weapon underscores just how unready... more »
The Coronavirus Could Be the Next 9/11
*Jean Twenge* *Security, Americas* [image: Reuters] In many ways, the coronavirus outbreak is bigger than 9/11. It might also be bigger than the Great Recession. Less than two weeks ago, everything still seemed pretty normal. On March 6, I was returning home from a short business trip; my flight was full, and the airport was full. My phone’s newsfeed, however, was far from normal: We were, health experts said, on the cusp of a global pandemic caused by COVID-19. I research generational differences and cultural trends – essentially, how cultural events impact people. That early M... more »
Double Blow: How Coronavirus and the Flu Will Exacerbate the Current Pandemic
*C Raina MacIntyre* *Health, * We can minimize the impact by getting vaccinated for the flu. The prime minister earlier today announced that from May 1, people need to be vaccinated against the flu before visiting an aged care facility. The idea is to limit the risk of the “dreaded duo” of respiratory diseases – influenza and coronavirus – affecting the frail and elderly. We’re concerned about the combined impact of the flu and the coronavirus on us and our health system. But we can minimise that impact. *Coronavirus peak set for flu season* The peak of COVID-19 cases in Austra... more »
What Are Nations Around the World Doing to Combat Coronavirus?
*Jimmy Whitworth* *Public Health, World* [image: Reuters] Here's how countries around the world have dealt with the viral outbreak. One month after what is now the coronavirus pandemic was declared a “public health emergency of international concern”, it is now causing disruption all round the world on an unprecedented scale. National governments have taken different approaches to tackling this crisis and these choices have affected the virus’s course in different ways, with various implications. *China* The outbreak started in the city of Wuhan and rapidly spread. The Chinese ... more »
Coronavirus Is Wrecking China's Dreams Of Economic Growth
*Salvatore Babones* *Economics, Asia* If China went into 2020 growing at just over 3 percent, don't expect it to keep in the black this year. *Key point:* This is an opportunity for China's Communist Party to reset their economic statistics after more than a decade of systematic lies. If you don't think you can trust China's coronavirus statistics, don't even think about its GDP statistics. The Chinese economy supposedly grew by 6.1 percent in 2019, its slowest growth in thirty years. That's no surprise: every year of the last decade has been billed as "China's slowest growth si... more »
With American Help, Could Ukraine Stand Up To The Russian Military?
*Mark Episkopos* *Security, Europe* The Washington-Kiev military relationship has come under scruntiny lately. *Key point:* Ukraine is not as weak as it once was. *You May Also Like: 5 Best Submarines of All Time, 5 Best Aircraft Carriers of All Time, 5 Best Battleships of All Time and Worst Submarine of All Time. * Ukraine and the Russian-backed, separatist forces of Donetsk and Luhansk remain locked in a shooting war that, since 2014, has claimed around thirteen thousand Ukrainian lives and displaced over two million more. Ukraine’s Armed Forces entered the Donbass conflict in... more »
While we sing…trillions in bailouts…2629 infected Italian docs
My fears all along have come true: the crisis in Lombardy was translated to “Humanity will be wiped out if we (mostly in NATO) don’t place our citizens on lockdown under army “protection” while we arrange for trillion £$€ bailouts to our most corrupt and inefficient corporations. We will throw some coins at the sheeple […] More The post While we sing…trillions in bailouts…2629 infected Italian docs appeared first on The Duran.
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