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Jacinda upsets yet another big group of taxpayers
Note this replaces the Waikanae Watch post, for some unknown reason it did not reblog correctly. Now copied & pasted. EWR by Carol Sawyer On the NZ Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Facebook page is this announcement from last Friday of the government paying tens of millions of dollars for the development of a … Continue reading Jacinda upsets yet another big group of taxpayers →
Hillary Clinton ordered to testify about e-mail server [Video]
We have real news for you here. Hillary Clinton is to face a deposition in September. Another article on The Duran discusses the involvement of George Soros and Hillary Clinton and the Clinton Foundation in the Antifa-spurred Black Lives Matter riots. This newspiece is about one week old, yet, it was almost completely buried in the […] More The post Hillary Clinton ordered to testify about e-mail server [Video] appeared first on The Duran.
The Left’s Coming War on Cops
As the crowd jeered and booed, the mayor walked away alone. More The post The Left’s Coming War on Cops appeared first on The Duran.
Soros, Clinton Foundation behind Antifa and Black Lives Matter [Video]
We often run videos with our newspieces because we know that while a picture is worth a thousand words, a video is truly worth thousands of pictures. We offer a simple, unprofessional video gleaned from Facebook, from a source called “Sergeant StickItTooYa” which despite its use of profanity, offers a very simple, clear analysis of […] More The post Soros, Clinton Foundation behind Antifa and Black Lives Matter [Video] appeared first on The Duran.
United States Space Force
The United States Space Force. In 2018, when the Space Force was made. I warned that the new service will almost most likely look for exemptions from existing rules. Overseeing the rules, and will ask for dropping the benchmark. Saying that would be important to stay up to date with technological development. I hate to […] More The post United States Space Force appeared first on The Duran.
Musical Interlude: Chuck Wild, "Liquid Mind VII: Reflection - In The Stillness"
Chuck Wild, "Liquid Mind VII: Reflection - In The Stillness" Photos, animations courtesy of ESA, NASA and The Hubble Space Telescope.
"Economic Fantasy Snapshot PM 6/9/20"
*"Economic Fantasy Snapshot PM 6/9/20"* Chronicling the most enormous fraud and theft in human history, down the rabbit hole of psychopathic greed and insanity... No resemblance to reality is intended or claimed. Read at your own risk. Only the consequences are real, to YOU, never *them*. ○ *"The more I see of the moneyed classes, * *the more I understand the guillotine."* - George Bernard Shaw ○ *PM 6/920* *○* Gregory Mannarino,* PM 6/9/20* *"**Tick. Tick.. Tick... COUNTDOWN: Tomorrow We Hear From 'IT'**"* - https://traderschoice.net/ ○ ○ *MarketWatch Market Su**mmary, Live Updates* - htt... more »
Midnight Meme Of The Day!
*by Noah* I love the idea of Donnie Trumpanzee dragging his knuckles down to the bunker the other night. But, there is a small problem with tonight's meme. You see, I happen to think that if we had always instilled our presidents with enough fear of the American people that they felt they'd better head for their bunker, we wouldn't even have gotten to the point where a man who is fighting to be dictator and president for life even made it to a primary let alone been nominated and "elected" to the highest office in the land. Politicians need to be disciplined and trained. Donnie Tr... more »
"Covid-19 Report 6/9/20: "Will We See A Covid-19 Spike In The Next 3-5 Weeks?"
Chris Martenson, *"Will We See A Covid-19 Spike In The Next 3-5 Weeks?"* - https://www.peakprosperity.com/
Twitter Cheating With Patrick Moore Too
The Twitter follower purge seems to be across the board for prominent skeptics. Over the past week I have gained 432 followers and lost 468. I haven’t found a single unfollow yet which was voluntary. Leftists have been getting bolder … Continue reading →
Fliers Beware: Poor Mask Discipline Endemic Even Among Airline, Airport Staff
Airlines and airports are cutting their workers way too much slack in mask wearing. They are a hazard to each other and to passengers.
SJWs are looting arXiv.org today
ArXiv.org isn't just another server for me. To say the least, it is the server that was most responsible for the fact that I have spent a decade in the U.S., as you may understand from a New York Times article written at those times when the Gray Lady was still capable of promoting nice stories of full-fledged rightwingers. Surely, I am not the only one who is used to checking new papers at 1-4 subarchives of arXiv.org, the server with "STEM" papers that may be posted long before some bureaucracy in the journals is completed. The server was originally founded as a mailing list by Pau... more »
Are New Social Distancing Technologies an Invasion of Privacy?
*Ari Trachtenberg* *Technology, * Businesses, eager to limit liability for employees and customers, are considering a variety of emerging technologies for limiting pandemic spread. As we emerge from the coronavirus lockdown, those of us who still have a workplace may not recognize it. Businesses, eager to limit liability for employees and customers, are considering a variety of emerging technologies for limiting pandemic spread. These technologies can be loosely divided into two types: one based on cellphone technologies and the other using wearable devices like electronic brace... more »
The Coronavirus Has Made the Supreme Court's Oral Arguments Better and More Accessible
*Morgan Marietta* *Politics, * The public has been able to hear live arguments of the Supreme Court in a new format that raised the level of discussion. Not every effect of the pandemic has been negative: The public has been able to hear live arguments of the Supreme Court in a new format that raised the level of discussion. The court’s oral arguments are some of our nation’s most important public debates. But they used to be conducted in a way that made them chaotic and hard to follow. Now, under the new format, the arguments are organized in a way that, as a scholar of the Sup... more »
"Never Hate Your Enemies..."
“Never hate your enemies. It clouds your judgment.” - "Michael Corleone" But never forget their names, or why they're your enemy... - CP
Must Watch! "The Financial System Is Melting Up; Real Economy Is Crashing; Commercial Real Estate Bust Coming"
Jeremiah Babe, *June 9, 2020: "The Financial System Is Melting Up; * *Real Economy Is Crashing; Commercial Real Estate Bust Coming"*
States continue national facial recognition push
Queensland will become the next state to introduce a biometric data sharing bill that would allow for the expansion of Australia’s national facial recognition database. Following WA, the moves come despite facial recognition legislation being blocked in November due to privacy concerns, leading some to believe the plan is soon to be resurrected. [...Continued]
Tweets For Today
Widespread mask-wearing could prevent COVID-19 second waves, study shows https://t.co/TDOzKB8Q9J pic.twitter.com/a577qXjA2n — Reuters (@Reuters) June 10, 2020 This does not inspire much confidence in those who are supposed to protect us and to prevent anarchy. pic.twitter.com/OKucsNVBci — Mark Higgie (@MarkHiggie1) June 8, 2020 Pat Lynch on the effect of the anti-police movement: Our politicians want us to walk away from our communities and abandon you. pic.twitter.com/aGSDtgh4CL — NYC PBA (@NYCPBA) June 9, 2020 Russia, China build case at U.N. to protect Iran from U.S. sanct... more »
Behold: Gangster State Capitalism
Hanne Herland of the European Herland Report has just had her book published in which she argues that the ruling elite has resurrected feudalism by financializing the economy and offshoring middle class jobs. The title is New Left Tyranny, but it is about gangster state capitalism. by Paul Craig Roberts Historically, capitalism freed labor from … Continue reading Behold: Gangster State Capitalism →
Deutsche Bank Close to Bankruptcy
It seems that collapse of the institution would destroy global financial system. Deutsche Bank, one of Europe’s largest banks, recently asked hundreds of its managers to voluntarily renounce receiving their monthly salaries, complying with the bank’s program to try to reduce losses. Formally, senior managers voluntarily renounced their respective salaries, giving up their personal earnings … Continue reading Deutsche Bank Close to Bankruptcy →
How Can The Pandemic In The U.S. Be Monitored When The Testing Centers Are Closed Down Because Of The Riots?
*Breitbart:* *Exclusive – Riots Nationwide Forced Temporary Closure of 70 Coronavirus Testing Sites, 31 for Full Week* The riots in American cities last week and the week before forced the temporary closure of at least 70 separate coronavirus testing sites nationwide, the White House Coronavirus Task Force was told on Tuesday. At the Task Force’s meeting on Tuesday at the White House, Admiral Brett Giroir—the assistant secretary for health (ASH)—of the United States Public Health Service Commissioned Corps (USPHS) informed members of the temporary closures because of the riots. Tw... more »
WHO: Unsafe food continues to affect millions in Europe
The European region cannot afford to lose focus on other health threats during the coronavirus outbreak, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Officials from the WHO’s Regional Office for Europe said unsafe food is still affecting millions during the COVID-19 pandemic and the region must continue to improve food safety. It is estimated that... Continue Reading
Appellate review of Arkansas’s new “cause of action” is underway in St. Louis
Animal activists recently took their first shot at the innovative Arkansas law to secure animal agriculture and pretty wildly missed the target. Judge “Jay” Moody dismissed in its entirety the challenge to the new law. Moody handed down his decision for the U.S. District Court in mid-February just as the country’s pandemic defenses were going... Continue Reading
Campylobacter outbreak linked to milk sickens more than 100
More than 100 people are sick in a Campylobacter outbreak in Denmark linked to a local dairy. The Danish Veterinary and Food Administration (Fødevarestyrelsen), DTU Food Institute and Statens Serum Institut (SSI) are investigating illnesses that began in Bornholm in late May. Patient interviews point toward milk from Bornholms Andelsmejeri (Bornholm Dairy) as the source... Continue Reading
University of Nebraska-Lincoln sends hand sanitizer to USDA as COVID-19 cases soar in meat industry
Demand for fresh meat and poultry has not diminished but, because of COVID-19 outbreaks in facilities across the U.S., meat processing plants are struggling to keep up. In an effort to help stop the spread of COVID-19, keep plant employees, inspectors and consumers safe, a team from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is sharing a new... Continue Reading
Captive dolphin death at tourist attraction sparks calls for move to sea pen sanctuary
The death of the oldest dolphin at Coffs Harbour's Dolphin Marine Conservation Park has raised concerns for its remaining three offspring.
Not all AFL seasons are created equal. For 2020, that could be a good thing
The return of AFL footy on Thursday night will rightly be greeted with celebration, but will also pose two important questions: what does the 2020 season mean in the context of the AFL, and what does the AFL mean in the context of 2020?
Reason why officials didn't wait for Ruby Princess coronavirus test results revealed at inquiry
A NSW Health physician says the department decided not to wait for COVID-19 swab results before allowing the Ruby Princess to disembark because passengers needed to catch flights.
Melbourne disability centre closes as client tests positive for coronavirus
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About 30 staff and clients of a Melbourne disability service must self-isolate after a client tested positive for COVID-19 this week. Four new cases were identified in Victoria overnight including a new case at a hotel housing returned travellers.
'Wasteful and wilful destruction': Senators move to save community TV from the axe
Adelaide's Channel 44 and Melbourne's Channel 31 have just 20 days to broadcast before they are permanently switched off by the Federal Government, prompting a Senate motion for a last-minute reprieve.
Australian Daily Wind Power Generation Data – Tuesday 9th June 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 […]
TAX $ AT WORK: NPR Trashes GOP As Enabling Trump’s ‘Proto-Authoritarian Cult’
By Tim Graham ~ A large minority of Americans voted for Donald Trump for president, and their tax dollars go in part to fund National Public Radio….which trashes the president as a wannabe tyrant. On the June 4 edition of the national talk show Fresh Air, they used this headline at NPR.org: Journalist Explains Why […]
Climate Campaigners Want To Make The Shutdown Permanent
By Craig Rucker ~ The world is reopening and economic recovery is gathering steam. Global warming campaigners don’t like this one bit. They view the COVID-19 shutdown as a model for the future they want. CFACT senior policy advisor Paul Driessen explains: Echoing former Obama science advisor John Holdren, they want the United States and […]
During COVID-19, Cutting Red Tape Helps Front-Line Nurses Save Lives
By Kelsey Bolar ~ When the New York tri-state area became the epicenter of the nation’s coronavirus outbreak, nurses from across the country answered the call. “I’ve never felt so much that I’m exactly where I need to be right now,” says Clare Shanley, a nurse from Richmond, Virginia, who volunteered to work in New […]
Picture Of The Day
Pro-democracy demonstrators march holding their phones with flashlights on during a protest in Hong Kong, China June 9, 2020. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu *WNU Editor: *The above picture is from this photo-gallery .... * Protesters mark million-people march anniversary in Hong Kong *(Reuters).
June 10th – 2020 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day #1238
In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and … Continue reading →
Wednesday June 10th – Open Thread
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those … Continue reading →
Antifa Activists Take Over Six City Blocks in Seattle Washington – Create Lawless “Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone”…
It is really quite stunning how the U.S. media have avoided reporting on a group of activists in Seattle who have taken over part of the city surrounding the abandoned East precinct police station. No-one is being allowed inside what … Continue reading →
Microsoft Takes On Zoom and Slack in a Battle for Your Work Computer
https://www.wsj.com/articles/microsoft-aims-to-dominate-technology-at-work-starting-with-those-video-calls-11591108757?mod=e2fb
The European Union Still Hasn’t Considered an Economic Proposal That Can Save It
The European Union has not reached a “Hamiltonian moment.” Its plans are too little, too late, hamstrung by institutional barriers to economic recovery.
VA medical facilities in confusing congressional crosshairs
With all of the coronavirus pandemic problems and so many other issues under review, one that has been on the back burner since January 2020 has been the fate of medical facilities closing for veterans across the nation. The issues over veteran medical facilities has been going on for many years. In fact, there were problems in 2015 which had Congress scrambling to cover VA shortfalls. The American Legion in 2013 implored Congress to continue funding and operating 15 Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinics and other facilities with leases that were expiring... more »
Mortgage Crash Coming — Here’s Why!
RT America Rick Sanchez discusses the unprecedented and rising level of household debt in the US. He points out that measures to mitigate the effects of debt and unemployment are only temporary solutions and that another economic crash may be inevitable. Then “Boom Bust” co-host Ben Swann and John Grace of Investor’s Advantage Corp share …
Antifa Guillotines Next? Is USA Embroiled in French Revolution 2.0?
Antifa Guillotines Next? Is USA Embroiled in French Revolution 2.0? Antifa Guillotines Next? Is USA Embroiled in French Revolution 2.0?Today on TruNews we discuss the March to Madness as politicians, generals, and revolutionaries debate the creation of a new America and a new constitution, to quench the Jacobin blood lust engulfing America’s streets and minds. …
Black Lives Matter Militants Declare War on Police, Begins Training Fully-Armed Militia-Style ‘Peace Officers’ to Take Over Black Communities
Black Lives Matter Militants Declare War on Police, Begins Training Fully-Armed Militia-Style ‘Peace Officers’ to Take Over Black Communities by Geoffrey Grider, https://www.nowtheendbegins.com/ Black Lives Matter are declaring war on police and “training our people to defend our communities in Black Panther style armed patrols.” Newsome continued, “We’re talking about self-defense. We’re talking about defending our …
The Leftist Riots That Began in Minneapolis Were Planned Long Before George Floyd Was Killed On The Street That Day With a Knee On His Neck
The Leftist Riots That Began in Minneapolis Were Planned Long Before George Floyd Was Killed On The Street That Day With a Knee On His Neck by Geoffrey Grider, https://www.nowtheendbegins.com/ In 2010, George Soros gave $100 million dollars to Open Society Foundations, a a radical, Leftist social justice group he created back in 1979. But that …
Comparing American And Chinese Nuclear Missile Submarines
Reuters National Interest: *How Do America and China's Newest Nuclear Missile Submarines Compare?* *They are both getting more and more advanced.* While there is likely little known about the exact technological make-up of the emerging Chinese Jin-class SSBN, it might not rival the emerging U.S. Columbia-class submarine. After all, the new, now-in-development Columbia class may be the quietest undersea boat ever to exist. It uses a quiet, efficient electric-drive and a differently configured X-shaped stern, among other technologies. What is known about the Chinese Jin-class is t... more »
Are You Ready To Resume A Normal Life-- Most Epidemiologists Are Not
I knew something was seriously wrong with me. I had all kinds of horrifying symptoms. But my doctor couldn't figure it out. So he sent me to see "the top" epidemiologist in L.A. I saw several epidemiologists over the course of over 2 years until someone stumbled upon a relative rare kind of cancer: mantle cell lymphoma. Over two years. I'm not a big fan of epidemiologists. A team of *NY Times* reporters interviewed 511 of them from around the country and published the results Monday: When 511 Epidemiologists Expect to Fly, Hug and Do 18 Other Everyday Activities Again. "Many epide... more »
Why Were Out-of-State National Guard Units in Washington, D.C.? The Justice Department’s Troubling Explanation
National Guard troops stand on the Lincoln Memorial during June 2020 protests in Washington, D.C. (Photo by Sgt. First Class Jon Soucy) Over the previous week, thousands of National Guard troops from states across the country arrived in Washington, D.C., as part of the Trump administration’s response to the largely peaceful protests taking place across the city. After a great deal of controversy—including an argument over and whether troops were allegedly kicked out of their hotels by D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser—they have now departed back to their home states. But under what legal a... more »
New Website on Assyrian Heritage in Turkey
Assyrian International News Agency - 1 day ago
The website of the project named "Documentation and Promotion of the Syriac Intangible Heritage in Mardin Region" is now online. Funded by the US Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP), the project's main purpose is safeguarding the intangible values through the documentation and dissemination of the information on the cultural practices
Australia Trip Called Off
Australia has adopted a policy of isolation, so I had to cancel my planned trip there. Perhaps I will go to Sweden instead, where they never closed their borders, restaurants or schools, and are close to herd immunity with 95% … Continue reading →
Oil Tankers Turn Away From Venezuela As More Sanctions Loom
The Iranian tanker 'Fortune' iat El Palito refinery dock in Venezuela. © Reuters / Miraflores Palace *Reuters:* *Exclusive: Oil tankers turn away from Venezuela as more sanctions loom* MEXICO CITY/LONDON (Reuters) - Oil tankers that were sailing toward Venezuela have turned around and others have left the country’s waters as the United States considers blacklisting dozens of ships for transporting Venezuelan oil, according to shipping data and industry sources. The threat of tighter sanctions is already disrupting the global shipping market. Chinese oil firms are considering whet... more »
Dr. Shelby Steele: The Combination of White Guilt and Victim Mentality is Not The Solution….
Well-regarded author Dr. Shelby Steele appears for an interview with Martha MacCallum to discuss race relations in the U.S. and how the politics of white guilt does nothing to improve black lives. Dr. Steele challenges the victim narrative and discusses … Continue reading →
America Surrendered The Philippines To Japan, But It Never Forgot Its Duty
*Michael Peck* *Security, Asia* The problems began with an impossible strategic situation. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *The Bataan troops fought bravely and inflicted heavy losses. But unless the U.S. Navy could instantly resurrect the sunken battleships at Pearl Harbor, the Philippines were doomed. Backed by heavy air support, the Japanese eventually broke through the lines of starving and ill defenders. “Tell Joe, wherever he is, to give ’em hell for us,” said the radio signal. “My love to you all. God bless you and keep you. Sign my name, and tell mother how you heard ... more »
Time to Get Tactical: American F-15s are Now Certified to Drop B61 Nuclear Bombs
*Caleb Larson* *Security, Americas* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2020%3Anewsml_MT1USATODAY14345654&share=true] Though not the most powerful nuclear bomb in the United States’ arsenal, the B61 could be better suited to battlefield use. Here’s why. Earlier this week, an American F-15E Strike Eagle, a more advanced derivative of the venerable F-15 design, successfully dropped the latest modification to the B61 nuclear bomb design. The bomb in question was dropped over Sandia National Laboratories’ Tonopah test range in Nevada. A spokesman for Sa... more »
Why Do Men Suffer from Coronavirus at a Higher Rate than Women?
*Adam Moeser* *Health, * Reports show that the mortality rate among men with COVID-19 is higher than women. When it comes to surviving critical cases of COVID-19, it appears that men draw the short straw. Initial reports from China revealed the early evidence of increased male mortality associated with COVID. According to the Global Health 50/50 research initiative, nearly every country is now reporting significantly higher COVID-19-related mortality rates in males than in females as of June 4. Yet, current data suggest similar infection rates for men and women. In other words,... more »
Antifa: All of Your Questions, Answered.
*Stanislav Vysotsky* *Politics, Americas* The movement called “antifa” gets its name from a short form of “anti-fascist,” which is about the only thing its members agree on. The movement called “antifa” gets its name from a short form of “anti-fascist,” which is about the only thing its members agree on. President Donald Trump and some far-right activists and militants have claimed antifa is allegedly conspiring to foment violence amid the protests sweeping the U.S. In my forthcoming book, “American Antifa: The Tactics, Culture, and Practice of Militant Antifascism,” I describe a... more »
Explained: What Does "Defund the Police" Actually Mean?
*Fred Lucas* *Politics, Americas* [image: A protester holds a sing that reads] Here's four key things to know. “Defund the police” has become the newest rallying cry for the left and it’s no longer confined to radicals and activists. Some local lawmakers are going a step further to say “dismantle” or “abolish” the police, while left-leaning media outlets are giving credence to the fledgling movement. The idea could mean different things to different advocates, but at a minimum it means slashing police department resources. “It’s an extremely irresponsible and reprehensible re... more »
Missing boy found safe and well after three-day search on Victorian mountain
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Will Callaghan, a 14-year-old boy who has been missing for two nights in freezing temperatures on Mount Disappointment, north of Melbourne, is found safe and well.
'Nothing here at all': Outback jail closure leaves tiny town wondering what comes next
Residents of Ivanhoe, in NSW, are facing an uncertain future after the mothballing of the local correctional centre, which was the town's biggest employer.
Labor MPs told to leave Parliament, get tested for COVID-19
Four Labor MPs and senators are told to get tested for COVID-19 after attending Black Lives Matter protests at the weekend.
Government won't take more workers off JobKeeper before review, Cormann says
The Federal Government is not considering booting more workers off of its JobKeeper program before it responds to a review of the scheme next month, Finance Minister Mathias Cormann says.
Tourism Minister backs NZ Deputy PM's comments travel bubble held up by 'slowest state in Australia'
Leaders across the Tasman Sea are becoming frustrated at Australia's delays in opening state borders — and Tourism Minister Simon Birmingham agrees.
Greyhound racing ticks over 100 deaths this year
The industry reaches the unwanted milestone due to injuries sustained during a race or in the catching pen, prompting calls for better track design and fewer competitors.
WHO expert backtracks after saying asymptomatic transmission 'very rare'
Just In - 1 day ago
A top World Health Organization expert tries to clear up "misunderstandings" about comments she made that have been were widely understood to suggest asymptomatic people rarely transmit the coronavirus.
NSW Health issues COVID-19 warning despite state reaching major milestone
Australia's worst affected coronavirus state reaches a major milestone, with no community transmission of COVID-19 for two weeks.
'Replace these racist people': Renewed calls to remove colonial statues
Black Lives Matter protests and the removal of statues in the UK and the US inspire a similar push to take down colonial monuments scattered across Australia considered offensive to Aboriginal people.
Tourism operators lose High Court bid to access Queensland Government documents over border closure
A group of tourism operators, challenging the Queensland Government's border closure, lose a High Court bid to get copies of the documents the Chief Health Officer relied upon to shut the border.
Virgin's administrator pleads for government support to stop bidders from walking away
Virgin's administrator writes to the Federal Government, saying it is worried bidders for the troubled airline might pull out in the absence of support for the airline industry.
Territory man now paying price for reporting theft of his cannabis plants
While William Pointon doesn't believe cannabis should be illegal, he says children should not have it and therefore called police when a young person stole some of his crop.
Aspiring Greens politician who took on PM charged with directing child abuse videos in Philippines
Jonathan Doig, who stood for the Greens in the Sydney electorate of Cook at last year's federal election, is charged with watching and directing live child abuse in the Philippines.
'It can't be tolerated': Hospitalisations spike to pre-pandemic levels at Royal Darwin Hospital
The surge in hospitalisations at Royal Darwin Hospital, which had acute capacity issues prior to the coronavirus pandemic, comes in the wake of the Northern Territory entering its final stage of restriction easing.
As America paused to remember George Floyd, Donald Trump was nowhere to be found
George Floyd did not give his life for a better America. It was taken from him. And in those infamous eight minutes and 46 seconds, his three children lost a father, but the world found a cause, writes Philip Williams.
'Let's have a conversation': West Indies star Sammy wants his former teammates to explain 'degrading' nickname
Just In - 1 day ago
West Indies cricketer Daren Sammy calls for a 'please explain' from former teammates after he discovers a nickname they gave him is a derogatory term.
History of $3.5m heritage-listed property shrouded in mystery as home hits market
Glenfruin is one of the Tasmanian city of Launceston's most notable heritage-listed properties due to its location, size and unique architecture — yet much of its history is not in the public domain.
Taliban Say They Are Readying For Talks With The Afghan Government
Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, the leader of the Taliban delegation, and Zalmay Khalilzad, U.S. envoy for peace in Afghanistan, shake hands after signing an agreement at a ceremony between members of Afghanistan's Taliban and the U.S. in Doha, Qatar February 29, 2020. REUTERS/Ibraheem al Omari *Reuters:* *Afghan peace talks seen this month after U.S. shuttle diplomacy* KABUL/ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Talks to end the 18-year-old conflict in Afghanistan may begin this month, sources said on Monday, a day after the U.S. special envoy visited the capital of neighbouring Pakistan and met Tali... more »
The domesticated Doraemon: the outlook for women under Perikatan Nasional
Recent developments indicate that the female empowerment agenda may critically regress under Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin’s new administration. The post The domesticated Doraemon: the outlook for women under Perikatan Nasional appeared first on New Mandala.
How Halifax council can (and must) regulate police use of force
As has already been reported, at today’s Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) Budget Committee meeting, every councillor with the exception of Steve Adams voted to approve an amendment to the budget that cancelled the purchase of an armoured vehicle for the Halifax Regional Police (HRP) and instead reallocate the funding. Specifically, after nearly two hours in […]
Our Grim Future: Restored Neoliberalism or Hybrid Neofascism?
With the specter of a New Great Depression hovering over most of the planet, realpolitik perspectives for a radical change of the political economy framework we live in are not exactly encouraging. Western ruling elites will be deploying myriad tactics to perpetuate the passivity of populations barely emerging from de facto house arrest, including a … Continue reading Our Grim Future: Restored Neoliberalism or Hybrid Neofascism? →
Police, Protests, And Human Transformation: Notes From The Edge Of The Narrative Matrix
“Without the police you’d have vigilantism!” Vigilantism? You mean like when a band of armed thugs inflict extrajudicial violence upon someone who pissed them off? Like the police do constantly? ~ One of the many good things coming out of these protests is a widening […]
Be Worried, Trump: U.S. Officially Enters Coronavirus Recession
*Andrew Trunsky* *Politics, Americas* “The unprecedented magnitude of the decline in employment and production, and its broad reach across the entire economy, warrants the designation of this episode as a recession, even if it turns out to be briefer than earlier contractions.” February marked the end of a record period of growth in the U.S. as the coronavirus rapidly spread, the National Bureau of Economic Research said in a statement Monday. Large decreases in both domestic production and employment as a result of the hundreds of thousands of businesses closures across the nat... more »
Gun Stocks Soar Amid Nationwide Rioting
*Mary Margaret Olohan* *Politics, Americas* [image: A pedestrian pushes a stroller as people wait in line outside to buy supplies at the Martin B. Retting, Inc. gun store amid fears of the global growth of coronavirus cases, in Culver City, California, U.S. March 15, 2020. REUTERS/Patrick T. Fallon] This data followed a massive year-over-year increase in gun sales in March at 85%, according to Fox Business. Gun stocks have skyrocketed as protests and riots continue throughout the United States following the death of George Floyd. The soaring stocks came while rioters set cars ab... more »
Why China Wants To Rule: 5 Events Explain Chinese Foreign Policy
*Bryan W. Van Norden* *History, Asia* As Shakespeare reminds us, “what’s past is prologue.” As Shakespeare reminds us, “*what’s past is prologue*.” This is especially the case with China, a nation with a continuous written history spanning three millennia. In particular, knowledge of five major historical events is essential to fully understanding contemporary Chinese politics and foreign policy. *Reign of the Kangxi Emperor (1661-1722)* *What was it?* The last Chinese dynasty was the Qing (1644-1911), and it reached its peak under the Kangxi Emperor. Kangxi’s reign was a time o... more »
More Days of Our Phases
Originally posted on Dispatches from the Asylum: On tonight’s episode of ‘let’s tear this place apart’, some Americans and agent provocateur’s in large cities, not happy with the absolute annihilation of all decent life dictated by government dickheads to lay to waste because of the cornholio, have seen it right and proper to cast their…
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