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Thomas Paine

To argue with a person who has renounced the use of reason is like administering medicine to the dead.

Wednesday, May 11, 2022

11 May - Blogs I'm Following - 1 of 4

 10:12 pm MDT

War News Updates22 minutes ago
Is The US Risking War With Russia By ‘Poking The Bear’ In Ukraine?
The policy US intelligence officials appear to be following: - Engage in a proxy war with Russia - Brag about it to the media - Play dumb when asked about it publicly And brain dead liberals like Rupar look at anyone who questions this incredibly dangerous policy with contempt. https://t.co/mAjQcxAtdW — Dave DeCamp (@DecampDave) May 10, 2022 *Antiwar.com:** Sen. Tuberville Says US Risks War With Russia by ‘Poking the Bear’ in Ukraine* Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) warned Tuesday that the US is risking war with Russia by “poking the bear” in Ukraine. Tuberville made the comments duri... read more
War News Updates43 minutes ago
EU Tensions Grow Over Hungary's Demand For An Exemption To A Russian Oil Embargo
*Politico:* *EU tensions grow over Russian oil ban as Hungary demands exemption* *Diplomats object to plan to send cash to Hungary while Budapest says pipeline deliveries must continue.* The European Commission is facing a backlash against plans to send funding to Hungary as part of an effort to persuade Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to agree to EU sanctions on Russian oil. At a meeting of senior diplomats in Brussels on Wednesday, several EU countries raised concerns about a plan to offer Hungary compensation — first reported by POLITICO — as part of a forthcoming energy st... read more
One Nation’s Funeral, Another Nation’s Festival
The funeral of one nation is the festival for another nation. In the last 300 years, the Western nations have enjoyed the maximum number of festivals while granting a lot of funerals to other nations and communities. In the twenty-first century, the world has changed. It is no longer possible for the Western nations to enjoy festivals while creating funerals in other nations. Now most nations are being ruled by powerful nationalistic regimes. The people in these nations are no longer disunited—they have developed a strong sense of their own history and culture. Now it is impossible... read more
A Climate Change Journey
I have not paid much attention to the details of Climate Change. It is everywhere, so it is hard to ignore. My sub-conscious handles awareness for this issue, it is so important. Everyday, everybody else is finding each other guilty of not overdoing their climate change clean up kitchen chores. It is hard to get… Continue reading → read more
Coldest Christmas – 1983
Christmas Day 1983 was about ten degrees colder than any other Christmas, and largely wiped out the citrus crop. The warmest Christmas occurred 100 years ago in 1922. 27 Dec 1983, Page 1 – The Des Moines Register at Newspapers.com read more
Einstein’s beef with quantum physics, explained
https://bigthink.com/the-well/interpretation-of-quantum-mechanics/?utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1652308742 read more
A new kind of diamond will hold a billion Blu-Ray’s worth of data
https://www.freethink.com/technology/quantum-memory?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=BigThinkdotcom read more
Dr. Strangepork
$40 Billion dollars for Ukraine in one bill — more than the Russians spend on their military in a year. read more
Viktor Orban Warns of Global ‘Famine’ Due to Shortages of Ukrainian, Russian Grain
Viktor Orban Warns of Global ‘Famine’ Due to Shortages of Ukrainian, Russian Grain by Jack Murphy, https://neonnettle.com/ ‘There will be famine in many parts of the world’ Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has warned of famine and new migration waves due to shortages of Ukrainian and Russian grain caused by the war and associated Russo-Western … read more
International Nurses Day: 5 reasons why the world still remembers Florence Nightingale
https://www.wionews.com/world/international-nurses-day-5-reasons-why-the-world-still-remembers-florence-nightingale-478230 read more
Turcopolier3 hours ago
How did we miss that? – TTG
A heated exchange between Senator King and DIA Director General Berrier on whether the intel community failed to predict/understand Ukraine’s will to fight. Berrier: “there was never an intelligence community assessment that said the Ukrainians lack the will to fight.” … Continue reading → read more
Decline Of Hot Days In Indiana
The University of Indiana has had 154 days over 100F since 1895. All but twenty of those days occurred more than fifty years ago. There have been no 100 degree days at Bloomington over the past decade, but during the … Continue reading → read more
Biden administration cancels oil and gas lease sales in Alaska, Gulf of Mexico
The Hill is reporitng that "The Interior Department will not move forward with planned oil and gas lease sales in the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska’s Cook Inlet, it announced Wednesday night. Shortly after taking office, President Biden signed an executive order freezing all new oil and gas leasing on federal lands." That's not a conspiracy. That's organized crime. read more
Justin Trudeau caught funding the World Economic Forum with tax dollars
The Countersignal is reporting that "Justin Trudeau and his government have given the World Economic Forum nearly $3 million in Canadian taxpayer dollars over the course of a year. read more
Senoir couple murdered in Abbotsford
The Vancouver Province is reporting that "Arnold De Jong, 77, and wife, Joanne De Jong, 76, were found dead in their home in the 33600-block Arcadian Way just before 10:30 a.m. on Monday. Officers with the Abbotsford Police Department considered the deaths suspicious and IHIT was called in. Lee said police do not think the case was a murder-suicide and that they are searching for a suspect, though they do not know the identity of a suspect." read more
The Last Refuge1 hour ago
Precarious Leftist Tells Democrat Caucus Grocery Prices are Hurting Americans, Colleagues Respond “We’re Not Seeing it in the Polls”
I’ve been pondering this disconnect for several weeks as the messaging from inside the beltway, including their expressed priorities, seem even more disconnected than before. The DC bubble has always been present; however, lately the disconnect is even more profound. Perhaps the increased distance in priorities can be explained by federal politicians cancelling townhall meetings and […] The post Precarious Leftist Tells Democrat Caucus Grocery Prices are Hurting Americans, Colleagues Respond “We’re Not Seeing it in the Polls” appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
The cold blooded murder of icon journalist Shireen Abu Akleh in Jenin : Her only crime was she was a Palestinian and a Journalist “Graphic”
It is the shock of the day. In case you do not know, 51-years-old veteran journalist American-Palestinian Journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was killed by Israeli occupation forces according to her... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] read more
Evidence Now Emerging That Clinical Trials For mRNA Vaccines Were Compromised From The Beginning As Editor From British Medical Journal Sounds Alarm
Evidence Now Emerging That Clinical Trials For mRNA Vaccines Were Compromised From The Beginning As Editor From British Medical Journal Sounds Alarm by Geoffrey Grider, https://www.nowtheendbegins.com/ The FDA only inspected 9 of the trial’s 150-plus sites before approving the vaccine. Just 9 sites. What about Moderna? FDA had over a year and inspected just one … read more
18 Signs That Food Shortages Will Get A Lot Worse As We Head Into The Second Half Of 2022
18 Signs That Food Shortages Will Get A Lot Worse As We Head Into The Second Half Of 2022 by http://theeconomiccollapseblog.com/ If you think that things are bad now, just wait until we get into the second half of this year. Global food supplies have already gotten very tight, but it is the food that … read more
The Rio Times3 hours ago
Brazil’s new Minister of Mines and Energy wants to privatize Petrobras
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - The new Minister of Mines and Energy, Adolfo Sachsida, will commission studies on the privatization of Petrobras and the inclusion of PPSA (Pre-Salt Petroleum) in the government's privatization program. He said this would be his first official act. "My first official act as Minister of Mines and Energy will be […] The post Brazil’s new Minister of Mines and Energy wants to privatize Petrobras appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Major Trucking Firms Prepare For “Imminent Diesel Shortage In Eastern Half Of US”
Major truckstop chains Loves and Pilot warning about imminent diesel shortages in the eastern half of the US — Craig Fuller 🛩🚛🇺🇦 (@FreightAlley) May 11, 2022 Major Trucking Firms Prepare For “Imminent Diesel Shortage In Eastern Half Of US” by Tyler Durden, https://www.zerohedge.com/ Major trucking fleets across the eastern half of the US are preparing … read more
‘Her Majesty’s Russia Unit’: How British Spies Have Launched a Full-Scale Propaganda War to Demonize Moscow
‘Her Majesty’s Russia Unit’: How British Spies Have Launched a Full-Scale Propaganda War to Demonize Moscow by RT Russian’s investigative unit, https://www.rt.com/ Britain’s international information war strategy was developed years ago – The growing political feud between Russia and the West has spurred the activation of specialized propaganda and intelligence units. With regards to the … read more
Inflation Threat “Starts With The Fed” – President Biden Comments On Hotter Than Expected CPI
Inflation Threat “Starts With The Fed” – President Biden Comments On Hotter Than Expected CPI by Tyler Durden, https://www.zerohedge.com/ Update (1010ET): Having deflected any blame for the soaring costs of living in America, President Biden has issued a statement this morning on the hotter than expected consumer price inflation in April: – While it is heartening … read more
ClimateRealism5 hours ago
No, Time Magazine, Climate Change is Not Worsening Drought
A recent Time magazine article says human-caused climate change is increasing the severity and number of droughts around the world. These claims are false. Drought tracking data show no meaningful trend in severity or frequency of drought globally. Referencing a recent United Nations report, Time’s article, “Climate Change Will Make Droughts Longer, More Common, Says […] The post No, Time Magazine, Climate Change is Not Worsening Drought appeared first on ClimateRealism. read more
"Do Not Buy A House Today; Stock Market Crashing; Inflation Ravages Households; Consumer Debt Surges"
*Full screen recommended.* Jeremiah Babe, 5/11/22: *"Do Not Buy A House Today; Stock Market Crashing; * *Inflation Ravages Households; Consumer Debt Surges"* read more
"Housing Bubble Threatens To Trigger 50% Property Value Drop As Mortgage Rates Soar"
*Full screen recommended.* *"Housing Bubble Threatens To Trigger 50%* * Property Value Drop As Mortgage Rates Soar"* by Epic Economist "Nearly 14 years after the last housing bubble burst, inflated property values are about to face a brutal drop as rising mortgage rates and worsening affordability cool off the boom that sent home prices up by a staggering 34% over the past two years. According to the latest estimates, at least half of that gain can be lost this year as changing market conditions inevitably trigger a national home price correction. Homeowners are getting increasingly... read more
"Celente & the Judge: Biden’s $40B to Ukraine - Better Spent Shoveling the Money into a Fireplace"
*Full screen recommended.* *"Celente & the Judge: Biden’s $40B to Ukraine - * *Better Spent Shoveling the Money into a Fireplace"* "The Trends Journal is a weekly magazine analyzing global current events forming future trends. Our mission is to present Facts and Truth over fear and propaganda to help subscribers prepare for What’s Next in these increasingly turbulent times." - https://trendsresearch.com/ read more
Bombs Away
I just learned there’s a debate on. Patrick Brown wants to go to war against Russia. — Karl Bélanger (@KarlBelanger) May 12, 2022 read more
Another European war ‘not an impossibility’; Unity crucial in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Amidst rising tensions, a months-long political stalemate and increasing speculation about yet another conflict in Europe, the international community must stand firm behind a peaceful, unified Bosnia and Herzegovina, the country’s UN envoy told the Security Council on Wednesday. Read the full story, “Another European war ‘not an impossibility’; Unity crucial in Bosnia and Herzegovina”, on globalissues.org → read more
Yemen: $33 million pledged to address decaying oil tanker threat
Donors on Wednesday pledged $33 million towards a UN-coordinated plan to prevent an ageing oil tanker moored off the west Coast of Yemen from sparking a potential ecological and humanitarian disaster. Read the full story, “Yemen: $33 million pledged to address decaying oil tanker threat”, on globalissues.org → read more
Dialogue and cooperation needed for ‘interlinked global crises’ UN chief says in Austria
The world is facing “multiple and interlinked global crises,” the UN chief told journalists in Austria on Wednesday during a joint press conference with Chancellor Karl Nehammer and Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg. Read the full story, “Dialogue and cooperation needed for ‘interlinked global crises’ UN chief says in Austria”, on globalissues.org → read more
UN officials call for probe into killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh
Senior officials from across the United Nations are calling for an investigation into the killing on Wednesday of well-known Al Jazeera correspondent Shireen Abu Akleh. Read the full story, “UN officials call for probe into killing of Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh”, on globalissues.org → read more
Ukraine: UN labour agency update shows 4.8 million jobs lost to war
An estimated 4.8 million jobs have been lost in Ukraine since Russia’s 24 February invasion, according to a brief published on Wednesday by the UN’s labour agency. Read the full story, “Ukraine: UN labour agency update shows 4.8 million jobs lost to war”, on globalissues.org → read more
New UN campaign aims to bring more young voices to halls of power
To support young people’s political participation and amplify their voices in public life, the UN launched a campaign on Wednesday in collaboration with the Youth Envoy. Read the full story, “New UN campaign aims to bring more young voices to halls of power”, on globalissues.org → read more
"Sold Down the (Dnieper) River"
*"Sold Down the (Dnieper) River"* by Brian Maher "The administration requested $33 billion to aid the nation of Ukraine. But Congress steeled its spine, summoned its nerve, recalled itself to its responsibilities… and refused the plea. A hulking majority of congressmen - a “bipartisan” majority - insisted that the $33 billion appropriation was unacceptable. And so they authorized a $40 billion “deal” instead. That is, they authorized $7 billion beyond the original request. Reports The Associated Press: "The measure sailed to passage by a lopsided 368-57 margin, providing $7 billio... read more
New Mandala4 hours ago
Cambodian CSOs: constraints and opportunities in local governance
CSO’s activities have been suppressed by local members of the CPP and police & projects addressing communities collective concerns co-opted and controlled. The post Cambodian CSOs: constraints and opportunities in local governance appeared first on New Mandala. read more
Komando.com4 hours ago
This new Elon Musk Twitter scam is raking in millions
Are you looking to invest in crypto? If you fall for this Elon Musk scam, you'll lose your money. read more
Sure You Can Have Our Lithium
Globenewswire- Ultra Lithium Closes Sale of 60% of Georgia Lake and Forgan Lake Properties to Yahua and Enters Joint Venture VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Ultra Lithium Inc. (TSX-V: ULT – OTCQB: ULTXF) (“Ultra Lithium” or “the Company”) is pleased to announce it has closed the sale of a 60% interest in… Continue reading → read more
Snopes.com4 hours ago
No, the Man in the ‘Size of the Donut Hole’ Photo Isn’t Mitch McConnell
We have finally tracked down the origins of this mystery picture, which has confounded the internet for years. read more
The Last Refuge4 hours ago
Joe Biden Labels Donald Trump “The Great MAGA King”
During a speech filled with obfuscation, nonsense and economic doublespeak, Joe Biden turned to discuss the federal deficit. During his remarks in Chicago Biden called President Donald J Trump “The Great MAGA King,” as if that would be a bad thing… lol. WATCH: We’ve gone from Deplorable, to MAGA, to Ultra MAGA and now […] The post Joe Biden Labels Donald Trump “The Great MAGA King” appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
Things That Make You Go Hmm…
There has never been a better time to apply to the Ottawa Police Service. We’re looking for female or racialized candidates to help us better reflect the communities we serve. Visit: https://t.co/4sKptELu5R pic.twitter.com/UwfIgtcI2M — Ottawa Police (@OttawaPolice) May 10, 2022 Looking at the Ottawa Police Hate and Bias Crime Unit webpage, shouldn’t they be reporting themselves? read more
The Last Refuge5 hours ago
Senate Democrat Effort to Create Massive Expansion of Abortion via Federal Law Fails by 11 Votes
Senate Democrats wanted to manufacture a political optic using the hot button issue of abortion. The senate pushed a bill for a massive expansion of abortion, far beyond Roe -v- Wade, to the floor. However, the bill needed 60 votes to pass cloture, end debate. Embarrassingly, and in a pure political stunt, Senate Majority Leader […] The post Senate Democrat Effort to Create Massive Expansion of Abortion via Federal Law Fails by 11 Votes appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more
12 Perfect Vegetables To Grow in a Shady Garden Space
When we think of vegetable gardening, we’re often convinced that FULL SUN is the only way we’ll be successful. This couldn’t be more wrong! There are plenty of shade friendly plants that will thrive in 2-5 hours of sun. On top of that, there are some plants that won’t LOVE being in shade, but will … Continue reading 12 Perfect Vegetables To Grow in a Shady Garden Space → read more
Komando.com7 hours ago
Use this easy, free check to see if a site or file contains malware
Free online tool to help you avoid malicious websites and files. read more
Balkinization14 minutes ago
Dissents I Would Like to Read in Dobbs
I don’t make a habit of imagining dissenting opinions. But then, the Supreme Court doesn’t make a habit of leaking possible majority opinions. And so, I’ve been thinking about what kind of dissenting opinion(s) in *Dobbs* I would want to see. At the outset I want to be clear that, unlike several recent conservative leakers from inside the Supreme Court (!), I am not interested in attempting to influence the Justices (their clerks are not likely to read this, and I assume the dissents have already been written anyway). Instead, my thinking is that the oddity of the fact that we have ... read more
Pension Pulse2 hours ago
BCI Receives 2021 Pension Leadership Award for Sustainable Investing
BCI recently announced it received the 2021 pension leadership award for sustainable investing: We are honoured to share that BCI has been announced as the winner of the Sustainable Investing category for *the 2021 Canadian Investment Review Pension Leadership Awards*. The award recognizes leadership and/or significant progress incorporating sustainability into the investment process, including practices related to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters across asset classes. *“This recognition reflects the dedication of BCI’s teams to implementing our corporate-wide ... read more
IS THIS HOW THE LEAK PROBE WILL BE SWEPT UNDER THE RUG?
I believe that a right-winger leaked Samuel Alito's draft abortion decision, so I've been wondering how the leaker will get away with it -- I always assume that right-wingers get away with their transgressions -- given the fact that Chief Justice John Roberts has announced an investigation into the leak. Because right-wingers and the press are so worked up over the leak, I've been expecting an exhaustive search for the culprit. But maybe that's a naive assumption. According to Michael Isikoff, it's quite possible that the probe won't be thorough at all. One of the two Politico rep... read more
The Rio Times3 hours ago
The growth of fintech in Latin America
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – Financial technology, better known simply as FinTech, is sparking a revolution all over the world. More and more fintech companies are launching each year, offering financial services to more people than ever. FinTech is used to describe any type of application or program that is used in banking or financial […] The post The growth of fintech in Latin America appeared first on The Rio Times. read more
Not PC4 hours ago
Exorbitant Money Creation + Unhampered Government Spending = Stagflation
* Too much government spending and too-loose monetary policy lead to rising prices, and falling economic growth rates. The Keynesian theories on which continuing monetary expansion is based lead not to continuing prosperity but to stagflation. Keynesian garbage in, garbage polices and economics destruction out. The * *The problem is not just local, it is worldwide. Again and again, the belief has been proven wrong that central bankers could guarantee so-called price stability, and that fiscal policy could prevent economic downturns. The looming inflationary crisis is one more piece... read more
balance104 hours ago
Col. Laf Baker in more depth
Major James O'Beirne also received $3,000 of the reward money and he, too like Baker was promoted to the rank of general by Stanton. ... His men were guarding the very escape route through Maryland which Booth took, one where the assassin galloped past outpost after outpost without being challenged, stopped, or questioned. A grateful Secretary of War handsomely rewarded even strong man Eckert. Major Eckert was soon promoted. He then became Assistant Secretary of War. His star rose even higher years later when, through Stanton's efforts, Eckert became president of Western Union. Why ... read more
CURMUDGUCATION4 hours ago
Can We Finally Have The Necessary Debate About Charter Schools
Charter school advocates are pushing back hard against proposed rules changes in a federal charter school grant program. Having failed to make any headway during the public comment period for the proposed rule changes, they are now lobbying Congress hard to overrule the administration. It's important to remember that the rules under discussion are not rules actually governing charter schools, but rules about how new charters can score points when trying to grab a federal grant-- a single source of funding in a multi-source world. Still, this is important for a variety of reasons, ... read more
Cairns News5 hours ago
Australia not for sale
When the shearing sheds are silent, and the stock camps fallen quiet When the gidgee coals no longer glow across the outback night And the bush is forced to hang a sign, ‘gone broke and won’t be back’ And spirits fear to find a way beyond the beaten track When harvesters stand derelict upon the […] read more
Snopes.com5 hours ago
Senate Bid To Save Roe V. Wade Falls to GOP-Led Filibuster
The Senate fell far short Wednesday in a rushed effort toward enshrining Roe v. Wade abortion access as federal law, blocked by a Republican filibuster. read more
Snopes.com5 hours ago
Does This NASA Photo Show a ‘Portal’ and ‘Wall’ on Mars?
It's either a door leading to another celestial dimension ... or part of a rock. read more
Medical Kidnap5 hours ago
Will Supreme Court Let Bayer-Monsanto Off the Hook for Cancer-Causing Glyphosate Herbicide Roundup?
In June of 2020 it was announced that Bayer-Monsanto had reached the "largest settlement in pharma history" by agreeing to pay $10 Billion to settle about 125,000 lawsuits by people who died or came down with cancer from glyphosate poisoning, the main ingredient in Roundup, the world's most heavily used herbicide (weed killer) that is found in most food today. But there is one lawsuit that Bayer has contested, where plaintiff Edwin Hardeman was awarded $80 million in damages due to having non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), a known side effect to too much exposure with glyphosate. The tri... read more
Food Safety News5 hours ago
USDA posts public alert about plastic in some organic ground beef sold by Whole Foods stores
The USDA has issued a public health alert for certain organic ground beef distributed to Whole Foods stores because it may contain pieces of hard plastic. There is concern that consumers may have the organic ground beef in their home refrigerators or freezers, according to the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. These items were... Continue Reading read more
Rare and destructive pest found lurking in fruit shipment at Texas border, feds say
Yahoo News Fresh fruit shipped into the U.S. contained a rare, destructive and invasive pest inside — and it was still alive, officials say. Agriculture... The post Rare and destructive pest found lurking in fruit shipment at Texas border, feds say appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Gas Prices Break Record, But Diesel Prices Will Greatly Affect All Americans – And The World
Political Insider – by Kathleen J Anderson Gas prices hit an all-time high today at $4.374 per gallon of regular gasoline, just three weeks before... The post Gas Prices Break Record, But Diesel Prices Will Greatly Affect All Americans – And The World appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more
Econlib6 hours ago
How Could Inflation Ever Be Stopped?
The benefit of every government report on inflation is to remind us how even intelligent people are often confused—even if they may have once been acquainted with the economic way of thinking. I read in today’s Wall Street Journal (“Inflation Slipped in April, but Upward Pressures Remain,” May 11, 2022): Those dynamics are pushing up wage […] The post How Could Inflation Ever Be Stopped? appeared first on Econlib. read more
Indiana’s Hot Past
Indiana University has had 154 days over 100F since 1895. All but twenty-three of those readings occurred more than 60 years ago. Graphing read more
“trustworthy verified people”
Biden’s disinformation czar, who lied about Hunter Biden’s laptop, says she is trustworthy and verified and should be able to edit other people’s tweets. read more
Building Back Better With Biden
“February 2022 is the eleventh consecutive month of over-the-year decreases in real average hourly earnings; the last increase was 1.7 percent in March 2021.” Real average hourly earnings decreased 2.6 percent from February 2021 to February 2022 : The Economics … Continue reading → read more

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