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*California Avoids Addressing Causes of Its High Energy Costs* Californians will continue to pay some of the highest costs for electricity and fuel use as the State unexpectedly collides catastrophically with the global pandemic that will impact businesses and employment for an unpredictable economic future. The State’s much-touted $21 billion operating-budget surplus is likely to disappear entirely due to declining tax revenues and rising public welfare costs. Sacramento has not yet disappeared by seawater submergence but its urban-centered politicians—who were elected by misinf... more »
Biden Can't Win; He Can Only Count On Trump Losing, Which Appears Likely
My friend Dorothy Reik was recently elected to the L.A. County Democratic Party Central Committee. She received more votes than anyone else who has *ever* run for that position. Ever! Yesterday, Reik wrote to subscribers of her influential daily update list that "Bernie was on Chris Hayes last night and Velshi this morning. He also hosts town halls on line. Where is Biden??? The sad truth is that the Democratic establishment was not worried that Bernie would lose-- their biggest fear was that he would WIN!" The Democratic Party is operating on a theory that anyone can beat Trump b... more »
Neoliberalism Is Over. Welcome to the Era of Neo-Illiberalism!
Big tech, nationalist politics, and the billionaire class have propelled a novel political economy. What impact will the virus have on this new status quo?
Come To The Realisation That Reality Is - A Quotation by M.N. Hopkins
*Come to the realisation that reality is a creation of the mind that can be flavoured by ones emotions. Those of love, leave one content and satisfied and in balance with Heaven and Earth and those of fear leave one in an unbalanced, unhealthy, and weakened state of being.* *©* *M.N. Hopkins* *To read more of my poems & quotations, please click on the link below:* *Poems & Quotations by M.N. Hopkins* *or visit:* *Pinterest*
EU end inches closer. German court says NO to Eurobonds (Video)
The Duran Quick Take: Episode 547. More The post EU end inches closer. German court says NO to Eurobonds (Video) appeared first on The Duran.
Der Spiegel supports Turkish propaganda against Greece, but there are major ‘holes’ in their narrative
This article by Der Spiegel comes at a time when Frontex expects a number of illegal immigrants to soon head towards Greece again from Turkey. More The post Der Spiegel supports Turkish propaganda against Greece, but there are major ‘holes’ in their narrative appeared first on The Duran.
Russiagate hoax blown wide open as Schiff’s lies compared with transcripts [Video]
This news this piece carries is so important that we include two videos with it. The Russiagate hoax was blown to bits on Friday, May 8th. V-E Day in the West might well be also called V-T day for the United States. Honestly, it ought to be V-T day for the world, and for Russia in […] More The post Russiagate hoax blown wide open as Schiff’s lies compared with transcripts [Video] appeared first on The Duran.
Permanent military checkpoints close down Cape York Peninsula
by Robert J Lee For 15 years or more the high-fliers of the Aboriginal industry have been trying to get their hands on the enormous mineral wealth of Cape York Peninsula. Proven deposits of bauxite, coal, uranium, rare earth, silica, diamonds and gold have been eyed off by miners and banks since an aerial survey […]
How A Ex-Nazi Army Ended Up Defending West Germany
*Michael Peck* *History, Europe* The Soviets presented a big challenge. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *Tens of thousands of aging, poorly armed SS veterans might have been a nuisance to Soviet supply lines, but no more. Considering Soviet memories of German atrocities, one suspects that an insurgency led by ex-Nazis would have been dealt with swiftly and mercilessly. If the Soviets had invaded West Germany in the early days of the Cold War, they would have found more than a hodgepodge of NATO troops waiting for them. They would also have confronted a secret army of Hitler’... more »
How The British Military Used The Brown Bess Musket To Conquer The World
*Warfare History Network* *History, Europe* Brown Bess was the close companion of the British soldier for almost a hundred years. The French advanced swiftly, with men yelling “Hurrah” and officers shouting encouragement. They knew the British were to the front, somewhere, although they could not see them yet, and they expected to roll over the enemy in an impetuous, distinctively Gallic tide. As the Frenchmen swept forward, a line of redcoats arose from the reverse slope of a slight rise a hundred yards to their front as if out of nowhere. Startled, the advance continued, somew... more »
The Guadalcanal Policeman Who Helped the Marines Save His Homeland From Japan
*Warfare History Network* *History, Asia* [image: Jacob Vouza wearing a U. S. Marine uniform holding a captured Japanese sword in 1942. Sir Jacob Charles Vouza wearing U. S. Marine Corps uniform with his honorary rank of Sergeant Major pointing to his ribbons at his home on Guadalcanal. U.S. Marine Corps] Sergeant Major Jacob Vouza nearly died for the Allies. A few days after the Marines had established a toehold on the island of Guadalcanal, a trio of natives appeared at the mouth of the Tenaru River. One of the individuals spoke English, and he offered their services to the Le... more »
Why Japanese Forces Showed 'No Mercy' During the Fall Of Shanghai
*Warfare History Network* *History, Asia* [image: Baby crying on a platform of Shanghai's South Station after aerial bombing by Japanese forces. 28 August 1937. H.S. Wong. Public domain.] In a sense, the first shots of World War II were fired at the great port on the Huangpu. With the wisdom of hindsight, we can say that many events at Shanghai foreshadowed the tragedies to come. The utter destruction of Chapei in 1932 and the carnage of 1937 were copied, and even surpassed, at Rotterdam, London, Dresden, and Hiroshima. In the 1930s Shanghai was in its heyday, a teeming metropoli... more »
They Didn't Look Pretty, But The First Ironclad Battleships Revolutionized Warfare
*Michael Peck* *Security, * And no one was prepared for them. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *If the South could break the Union’s blockade using ironclads, the Confederacy would win the war. If the U.S. Navy’s wooden ships were helpless against ironclads, so too were the stout oaken ships of the Royal Navy, France and Russia. The clang of cannonballs ricocheting off metal armor was a declaration that most of the world’s warships were now obsolete. Had you been around 155 years ago, and stood on the Virginia shore on a March day in 1862, you would have witnessed the most ast... more »
Bolsonaro Cancels Barbecue at Alvorada Palace After Negative Repercussions
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The day before the barbecue announced by President Jair Bolsonaro for Saturday at the Alvorada Palace, guests were notified that the event would be canceled following the initiative's negative repercussions in the midst of the novel coronavirus pandemic. On Friday evening, the plan was for guests to arrive at the […] The post Bolsonaro Cancels Barbecue at Alvorada Palace After Negative Repercussions appeared first on The Rio Times.
Justice Recommends use of Private ICUs for Covid-19
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The National Council of Justice (CNJ) recommends that private Intensive Care Units (ICUs) be used for Covid-19 patients in order to unburden public health systems, which are now on the verge of collapse. With the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic, which broke records and killed 751 people in the […] The post Justice Recommends use of Private ICUs for Covid-19 appeared first on The Rio Times.
São Paulo Records 46 Percent Social Isolation Rate for Second Time
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - For the second time, São Paulo recorded a social isolation rate of only 46 percent. It is the lowest level since the quarantine was implemented and this rate had already been reached once, on Thursday, April 30th. The rate released by the state government on Saturday, May 9th, is related […] The post São Paulo Records 46 Percent Social Isolation Rate for Second Time appeared first on The Rio Times.
The Rapido River Disaster Was One Of America's Deadliest World War II Failures
*Warfare History Network* *History, Europe* [image: Litter bearers bring back wounded during attempt to span the Rapido River near Cassino, Italy. 23 January 1944. 36th Infantry Division.] Originally conceived as a diversionary tactic to occupy German forces during the Allied landings at Anzio, the attempted Rapido crossing ended as an unforgettable two-day bloodbath that achieved nothing for the Allies in strategic gains. The attempted crossing of the Rapido River in Italy by two infantry regiments of the U.S. 36th Division in January 1944 was one of the costliest failed attac... more »
ICYMI: Mothers Day Edition (5/10)
We got some take-out brunch at our house, so my wife is having what appears to be a delicious quiche (I'm not a good judge of egg-based foods) and we're going to try to ignore the return of winter. In the meantime, here's some reading for you. It's a pretty rich week-- enjoy. *Appeals Court Decision Guarantees Basic Literacy as a Right* Jan Resseger looks at the recent court decision that could change everything (if SCOTUS doesn't reverse it first). *Play, Playishness, and STEM in Preschool * Teacher Tom has some thoughts about the unquenchable adult desire to use faux play as a ... more »
Russia’s new Su-57 stealth jets showcased during Victory Day: video
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:15 A.M.) – The sky of the Russian capital witnessed on Saturday, May 9, the participation of the latest warplanes in the air military parade marking the 75th anniversary of the victory over Nazism. The Russian Armed Forces showcased their new Su-57 stealth fighters, which carried out flights during the 75th anniversary celebrations. Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Iran willing to exchange all prisoners with US
BEIRUT, LEBANON (11:00 A.M.) – Iran has expressed its willingness to conduct a full exchange of prisoners with the United States, the Reuters News Agency reported. The news site quoted a spokesman for the Iranian government, Ali Rabei, as saying that his country was ready to conduct a full exchange of prisoners with the United […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
US military blocks Russian Army convoy in northeastern Syria: video
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:45 A.M.) – The U.S. military blocked a Russian Army convoy from bypassing their checkpoint in the Al-Hasakah Governorate. The video, which has been circulated on social media, shows the U.S. military blocking the Russian Army convoy from traveling along this roadway in Al-Hasakah. The incident was captured by activists working for Syrian […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Venezuelan military arrest 3 mercenaries attempting to infiltrate from Colombia
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:20 A.M.) – Venezuelan President Nicholas Maduro said that his country’s security forces arrested three other mercenaries while trying to infiltrate into the Bolivarian Republic. “I must inform you that we have captured three other mercenaries today,” Maduro said on state television on Saturday. “We are still searching and arresting everyone who sold […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
US Secretary of State likens Iran to Nazis
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:00 A.M.) – U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo likened the Iranian authorities to the Nazis, calling the Islamic Republic “the largest sponsor of Antisemitism in the world.” Pompeo said in a statement on Saturday: “75 years ago the United States and its allies stood together to rid the world of the Nazis […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Libyan Army shoots 3rd Turkish aircraft in last 24 hours
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:00 A.M.) – The Libyan National Army (LNA), led by Field Marshal Khalifa Haftar, announced the downing of a Turkish aircraft in the ‘Ayn Zara area near the capital city, Tripoli. The Libyan National Army spokesperson, Ahmed Al-Mismari, said that the air defense forces managed to shoot down a Turkish TB-2 drone in […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Russia is helping Venezuela search for members of failed invasion: report
Russian troops are helping Venezuela in its search operation for members of a force, which recently made an unsuccessful incursion attempt there, by operating drones over the Latin American country, according to a report by local news outlet El Nacional. Citing deleted tweets from a military command, known as ZODI La Guaira, the local media […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Russian warplanes stalk jihadists in Idlib after attack on Hmeimim Airport
BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:10 A.M.) – The Russian Air Force conducted several low-altitude flights over the Idlib Governorate last night, a military source in neighboring Hama told Al-Masdar News. According to the source, the Russian warplanes stalked the jihadist forces along the southern and western countrysides of Idlib, as they conducted mock raids over the militant […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Sunday morning music
Reader Glen W. sent me a YouTube clip from an Israeli group calling themselves "Anna RF". On their Web site, they describe themselves as follows: We’re ANNA RF, An Electro Ethnic Reggae band who creates music that combines the beauty of different cultures and brings people together in a joyful celebration of unity. The group’s sound is a mix between east & west, our vision stands for blending ancient and modern instruments with a live-electronic touch. Our shows are known as parties 🙂 people are coming to dance and feel free. The band exists since 2012. In these years we perform... more »
Italian Politician Snaps on Government Fraudulent Statistics, ‘96.3% (Classified as Covid-19 Deaths) Did Not Die of COVID-19!!’ 25,000 Deaths Due to Covid-19 Is a LIE !
Italy: Only 12% of “Covid19 Deaths” List Covid19 as Cause — Report Shows Up To 88% of Italy’s Alleged Covid19 Deaths Could Be Misattributed
Dedicated team to monitor coronavirus outbreaks in nursing homes as SA prepares for lighter restrictions
Just In - 18 hours ago
South Australian nursing homes will be monitored for any future coronavirus cases by a new dedicated pathology team, as the state prepares to reopen public pools and libraries and enable limited outdoor dining at restaurants and cafes starting tomorrow.
Iran calls for prisoner swap with US out of fears for health of Iranians in US jails
Just In - 18 hours ago
Iran says it is ready for a full prisoner exchange with the United States, in a rare act of cooperation between the two countries that have grown increasingly hostile towards one another since the US exited Iran's nuclear deal in 2018.
Greg Hunter, "Simple Math says $50,000 to $87,500 Gold Price"
*"Simple Math says $50,000 to $87,500 Gold Price"* By Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com "Legendary gold and market expert Jim Sinclair says the virus that originated in China may have, oddly enough, done some good. Sinclair explains, “The effect of the coronavirus was literally to shut down business globally, therefore, shut off the demand for loans, which also shut off demand for short term money. So, what the public has not seen, is not considering and does not understand is we were stepping into the door of a major financial crisis magnitudes larger than what happened in 2008 and 2... more »
Motorcycle Porn
Since we’re talking motorcycle porn here, a shot from behind, unclothed: Some may say that it’s not appropriate to post motor-head porn on Mother’s day. But mothers like this stuff too. Compression 11.5.1 Torque 130.5 N⋅m (96.3 lbf⋅ft) @ 8,800 rpm Horsepower 162 hp (121 kW) @ 9,250 rpm 169 mph (272 km/h) Shift to sixth […] The post Motorcycle Porn appeared first on Virtual Mirage.
USA Today pushes climate panic
Here is their panicky title: "Unsuitable for 'human life to flourish': Up to 3B will live in extreme heat by 2070, study warns"
Not everyone's happy about the easing of coronavirus restrictions in WA
Beauty salon and tourism operators are among those expressing concern about the latest easing of coronavirus restrictions, while pub managers say it won't be viable to open with only 20 people at a time allowed inside.
Coronavirus fatality rate is lower than initially predicted
“The coronavirus infection fatality rate is lower than initially predicted, perhaps similar or even lower than the seasonal flu’s 0.1 percent for some segments of the population, a couple of doctors confirmed in testimony before a Senate panel on Thursday.” … Continue reading →
The Useless God
This post (which is much longer than usual) is an edited version of a talk given at a retreat earlier this year. During this time of various quarantine measures, when our “usefullness” seems thwarted, it seems an important meditation. I pray it is uselessly useful!
Australian Daily Wind Power Generation Data – Saturday 9th May 2020
By Anton Lang ~ This Post details the daily wind power generation data for the AEMO coverage area in Australia. For the background information, refer to the Introductory Post at this link. Each image is shown here at a smaller size to fit on the page alongside the data for that day. If you click […]
COVID-19 strain used in winter flu vaccines throughout the world since 2013
Letter to the Editor Summation of Virologist Dr Judy Mikovits interview Dr. Judy Mikovitis: COVID-19 has probably been in all flu vaccines since 2013/2015 Video Dr. Mikovitis, former virologist at the U.S. Biological Warfare Lab, explains some startling truths: Wearing a mask will make you sicker by forcing you to re-breathe the bacteria and viruses […]
Once more, there are no known cases of COVID-19 active in Canberra
Just In - 20 hours ago
The ACT is again free of active diagnosed coronavirus cases — for the second time in 10 days.
UFC 249 gets MMA back underway behind closed doors in Florida
Just In - 20 hours ago
There were no fans present but plenty of masks and sanitiser, as UFC got back underway after the coronavirus shutdown with a behind-closed-doors event in Florida.
Venezuela's military says it seized three Colombian boats loaded with weapons, days after failed incursion
Just In - 20 hours ago
Venezuela says its military seized three abandoned Colombian light combat vessels that soldiers found while patrolling the Orinoco river, several days after the Government accused its neighbour of aiding a failed invasion.
The path to economic recovery in the aftermath of coronavirus will shape economies for generations
It may sound like Australia's political class is arguing about how to get people working again and businesses reopened, but listen closer. They're fighting about something deeper, writes Gareth Hutchens.
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