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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.

Friday, March 20, 2020

20 March - Blogs I'm Following - 5 of 5

10 pm MDT



Midnight Meme Of The Day!

DownWithTyranny at DownWithTyranny! - 21 hours ago
*by Noah Dateline Washington: Trump To Visit Areas Hardest Hit By Virus Hoax.* OK, so maybe the headline above isn't real, but is it completely "Fake News" when it's entirely possible that our alleged President Trump would visit some coronavirus ravaged community and toss packages of disinfectant wipes to the crowd? After all, we do have the "Paper Towels for Puerto Rico" precedent and Donnie Head Case never misses an opportunity for a photo op. You can bet that if he's handing out wipes, it will be to a carefully selected crowd of typical white supremacist donors. My guess is ... more »

Bankster Bailout: will the trickle-down package trickle beyond the banks and big business?

Michael West at Michael West - 21 hours ago
[image: QE, Reserve Bank, RBA]

California under curfew: a truly crappy apocalyptic movie

Luboš Motl at The Reference Frame - 21 hours ago
A few hours ago, a wannabe Hitler, the governor of California, has issued the self-evidently unconstitutional "order" (he emphasized it wasn't just a "request") to 40 million Californians – inhabitants of the world's most admired state of a comparable size, at least in modern technologies – to stay home for a month. A positive detail is that many of the locals have "online jobs", anyway. But that's not the case of many other states that will probably emulate this insanity soon. Increasingly unhinged psychopaths are clearly increasingly taking over everything that is left from the ci... more »

Greg Hunter, "Weekly News Wrap-Up 3/20/20"

CoyotePrime at Running 'Cause I Can't Fly - 21 hours ago
*"Weekly News Wrap-Up 3/20/20"* by Greg Hunter’s USAWatchdog.com "Looks like there is good news to report on effective treatments for the “China Virus” coming to the public. One is in the form of the anti-malaria drug - Chloroquine. It has been scientifically proven to be effective in treating this virus. There are also a few others, and President Trump is cutting red tape at the FDA to get them approved fast. Now the bad news. The financial damage done by the China Virus is increasing and is not reversible. Layoffs are increasing, and businesses are going bust. Now, the Governor... more »

Taking Care of Our Bodies

David Henderson at Econlib - 21 hours ago
Co-blogger Bryan Caplan’s excellent post yesterday about how he has taken care of his health–I never knew he had such maladies–made me think of my own story and that of my daughter, Karen Henderson. A few years ago when I went to my cottage in Canada, I did more walking than usual and worsened […] The post Taking Care of Our Bodies appeared first on Econlib.

Why the Coronavirus Pandemic Could Weaken the School Privatization Agenda

Yves Smith at naked capitalism - 21 hours ago
Coronavirus-generated suspensions of testing throws a monkey wrench into the charter school agenda.

Should You Clean Your Phone to Combat Coronavirus? Definitely… Maybe.

zedie at SOMEONE SOMEWHERE - 21 hours ago
https://www.wsj.com/articles/should-you-clean-your-phone-to-combat-coronavirus-definitely-maybe-11584018237?mod=e2fb

Low-Cost Ventilators Could Be Available Next Year. But Will It Happen?

Yves Smith at naked capitalism - 22 hours ago
Will the US get serious about getting more ventilators?

Short story: But Do Mental Asylums Dream of Electric Seas?

Ethical Technology - 22 hours ago
Visiting my patients at the Navy Asylum was my favorite part of the week. Cyber-psychiatrists don’t get many success stories, even if mine couldn’t leave the asylum without risking a psychotic break.

Australian Daily Wind Power Generation Data – Thursday 19th March 2020

TonyfromOz at PA Pundits – International - 22 hours ago
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 […]

Trump Clears Way To Use Malaria Drug Against COVID-19

PA Pundits - International at PA Pundits – International - 22 hours ago
By Fred Lucas ~ In what he called a “game-changer or maybe not,” President Donald Trump on Thursday directed the Food and Drug Administration to clear regulatory hurdles and move toward expanding use of a malaria drug to battle the coronavirus. The drug chloroquine has shown “very, very encouraging early results,” Trump said during the […]

On ‘Chinese Virus,’ NY Times Sucks Up To ‘Chinese Officials’ Over ‘Racist’ Trump

PA Pundits - International at PA Pundits – International - 22 hours ago
By Clay Waters ~ Thursday’s New York Times again showed the paper’s warped priorities during the global health emergency: “Trump Calls It the ‘Chinese Virus.’ Critics Say That’s Racist and Provocative.” (Normal people would say it’s factually accurate.) Katie Rogers, Lara Jakes, and Ana Swanson also sucked up to Chinese authorities who covered up the […]

The Desert Island Cartoon

PA Pundits - International at PA Pundits – International - 22 hours ago
A Dry Bones Cartoon ~ Back before I did Dry Bones I was a gag cartoonist. Creating a steady stream of funny cartoons was a challenge, Back then a trick that we gag cartoonists had to get our juices going was the “desert Isle” meme. Another was the guy selling little wind-up mechanical men and […]

“SARS & MERS were set up to kill a lot more people” said the NZ vaccinologist … was that a Freudian slip?

To listen to the Newshub interview go to this link..and hear the following: Interviewer: How bad is this. I mean, how evil is this one? Dr Petousis-Harris: It’s not the most evil that we’ve had … SAARS and MERS coronaviruses (?) were much more severe, they killed, ah were set up to kill a lot […]

ID2020 Announces Work Is Completed On First-Ever Certification Mark For ‘Kiva Protocol’ Implementing A Global Digital ID For Buying And Selling

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 22 hours ago
ID2020 announced plans to launch the first certification mark for digital identity at the 2019 World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The ID2020 Certification Mark recognizes digital identity solutions that adhere to the highest standards for user-management, privacy-protection, portability, and interoperability. Globally, one in seven people are unable to prove their identity through any recognized means. As … Continue reading ID2020 Announces Work Is Completed On First-Ever Certification Mark For ‘Kiva Protocol’ Implementing A Global Digital ID For Buying And Selling →

What to watch from TED on the coronavirus outbreak

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 22 hours ago
by: TED Staff March 19, 2020 As people across the world face the coronavirus outbreak, TED is committed to being a resource for information, inspiration and hope. We’ve curated talks, interviews, TED-Ed lessons and more to help provide some perspective during the pandemic. Here’s where to start: TED Fellow Alanna Shaikh shares why COVID-19 is … Continue reading What to watch from TED on the coronavirus outbreak →

THE HIDDEN AGENDA FOR THE WORLDWIDE SHUTDOWN

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 22 hours ago
The Fullerton Informer Streamed live on Mar 15, 2020 via THE HIDDEN AGENDA FOR THE WORLDWIDE SHUTDOWN- – YouTube

Iranian, Russian and Chinese Officials Claim COVID-19 Is A Biological Weapon

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 22 hours ago
Kim Iversen Mar 13, 2020 Regarding “peddling conspiracy theories”, Im not discussing suspicions raised by people on Reddit or 8 Chan, officials from world governments are saying it. Should I censor what these nation’s officials are claiming? When do I pick and choose which claim to cover and which to ignore? Just because you might … Continue reading Iranian, Russian and Chinese Officials Claim COVID-19 Is A Biological Weapon →

Trudeau’s Coronavirus bailout package won’t help you (unless you’re a bank)

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 22 hours ago
Rebel News Mar 19, 2020 Today I’ll explain why restaurants, pubs and bars need tax relief now, if they are to survive the #coronavirus induced shut-down in their industry. I’ll also explain how the disappearance of our local restaurants will cause a hike on your home tax bill. via Trudeau’s Coronavirus bailout package won’t help … Continue reading Trudeau’s Coronavirus bailout package won’t help you (unless you’re a bank) →

Too late to stop it now: Does Trudeau want Canadians to get the coronavirus?

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 22 hours ago
Rebel News Mar 19, 2020 China knew about the deadly Wuhan Flu for months. And even now, illegals and international visitors are pouring into Canada despite Trudeau’s new measures to protect citizens. via Too late to stop it now: Does Trudeau want Canadians to get the coronavirus? – YouTube

Germany furious as Trump offers $1 billion for its vaccine

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 22 hours ago
RT America Mar 19, 2020 The Trump administration reportedly sought to contract with a German pharmaceutical company to create a COVID-19 coronavirus vaccine for exclusive use in the United States. “Boom Bust” co-host Ben Swann joins Rick Sanchez to discuss the implications. He also weighs in on the search for a way to treat the … Continue reading Germany furious as Trump offers $1 billion for its vaccine →

My Take On Coronavirus | Russell Brand

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 22 hours ago
Russell Brand My take on Coronavirus and being on tour during this pandemic! Russell Brand An update on Covid-19 and the coronavirus epidemic…what has it revealed so far? How is society responding to it? What can we do? Russell Brand What does self isolation mean? What effect is Coronavirus and Covid-19 … Continue reading My Take On Coronavirus | Russell Brand →

Coronavirus Just Became The Next Endless US Government War & Americans Flee Abroad For Testing

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 22 hours ago
The Last American Vagabond Streamed live on Mar 18, 2020 via Coronavirus Just Became The Next Endless US Government War & Americans Flee Abroad For Testing/TP – YouTube

Coronavirus Lockdown Is like Being Back in the Soviet Union

Nolan Peterson at The National Interest - 22 hours ago
*Nolan Peterson* *Coronavirus, Ukraine* Ukraine’s older generations remember everyday life under Soviet rule, with its myriad restrictions and deprivations. Coronavirus-caused shortages are a blast from the past. KYIV, Ukraine—Ukraine has gone into a nationwide lockdown to stop the spread of the coronavirus. As of Tuesday, the country is completely closed to foreigners. All international air traffic has stopped and Ukraine’s land borders are closed, too. Ukrainian citizens stuck abroad have been instructed to go to their nearest consulate so they can get a seat on a chartered ... more »

Coronavirus Is Scary, But The Bubonic Plague Was On A Whole Other Level

Sebastien Roblin at The National Interest - 22 hours ago
*Sebastien Roblin* *Health, * 50 million people perished. *Key point: *The plague’s total death toll is estimated to lie between 25 and 50 million—in other words, between one out of every eight, and one out of every four humans then living on Earth. Justinian I was a man with a mission. The son of Thracian peasants (modern-day Albania), he rose through the ranks due to a combination of merit and family connections to become Emperor of the Byzantine Empire in 527AD. He ordered the construction of the iconic Hagia Sophia cathedral in Constantinople and wrote a Code of Law that’s c... more »

How the CIA's Predecessor Helped the Allies Crush Hitler and the Nazi

Warfare History Network at The National Interest - 22 hours ago
*Warfare History Network* *History, Europe* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2016%3Anewsml_S1BEUKNFWXAA&share=true] Good riddance. *Key point:* Trained in special, clandestine skills, these brave agents would do great work. Here's how they fought and helped later create the CIA. In utter silence, the saboteurs carefully wired their target for demolition. All knew even the slightest noise might alert sentries to their presence underneath the Occoquan Creek bridge in northern Virginia. Finally, with explosives and detonators in place, the team of i... more »

Moody’s Lowers Higher Education Sector’s Outlook to Negative Due to Coronavirus

Sarah Wood at Diverse - 22 hours ago
Moody's, a credit rating agency, this week downgraded its U.S. higher education outlook from ‘stable’ to 'negative’, as college and university operations in the country have been thrown into complete disarray due to the spread of the coronavirus.

For Students With Disabilities, A Mass Shift to Online Courses Comes With Deep Concerns

Sara Weissman at Diverse - 22 hours ago
As colleges and universities hastily prepare to shift their courses online in response to the coronavirus, some students might welcome the chance to attend class from their homes in pajamas. But for students with disabilities, remote courses come with a host of new concerns.

Billions Lack Basic Protection Against The Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 22 hours ago
Experts warn that up to 3 billion people lack access to soap and clean water -- vital safeguards against the coronavirus AFP/File *RFI/AFP:* *No soap, no water: billions lack basic protection against virus* As nations around the world fight the coronavirus pandemic with mass lockdowns and travel bans, UN experts warn that some three billion people lack even the most basic weapons to protect themselves: soap and running water. The outbreak has infected some 200,000 people and killed 9,000, scorching through populations across the globe after emerging in China late last year. While ... more »

Coronavirus: A Fraud of Enormous Proportions

By Dr. John Reizer As the drama surrounding Covid-19 continues to unfold each day, the panic worldwide grows larger. The world’s population is filled with fear, not knowing what to expect next from the writers, producers, and directors carrying out the well-written psychological thriller taking place in real-time on a global stage. The world economy … Continue reading Coronavirus: A Fraud of Enormous Proportions →

Free Cheese

LL at Virtual Mirage - 22 hours ago
You all know that the government (meaning both Congress and the Executive Branch) plan to cut checks for many Americans. And since it will be means tested (full disclosure), I won't get a penny from Uncle Sam. So you might say that I don't have a horse in the race. Maybe I should shut up? Right, fat chance of that happening. I have no problem with unemployment insurance for workers who have been laid off because of COVID-19. You were working, now you're not. You collect until things get back to normal in sixty days - maybe less. But that's not what is in the works. It's a free che... more »

Picture Of The Day

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 22 hours ago
Times Square in Manhattan, March 18. REUTERS/Jeenah Moon *WNU Editor: *The above picture came from this photo-gallery .... *Empty streets of New York City* (Reuters).

The F-14 Tomcat Scored The Most Kills In Iranian, Not American, Service. We Interviewed One Of Their Pilots

David Axe at The National Interest - 22 hours ago
*David Axe* *Security, * Roustaie in all scored five kills in the F-14, making him one of the few aces to fly the type. *Key point: *The Iranian Tomcats have taken to the air in several recent conflicts and even occasionally have confronted American planes. The F-14 Tomcat is most famous for its 32-year front-line career as the U.S. Navy’s main carrier-borne fighter, not to mention its starring role in the 1986 movie *Top Gun*. But the F-14 scored most of its aerial victories in Iranian, not American, service. Tehran bought 79 F-14As prior to the 1979 Islamic Revolution. The ty... more »

Meet the Texas Company That Has Its Own Mighty Private Air Force

David Axe at The National Interest - 22 hours ago
*David Axe* *Security, Americas* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2018%3Anewsml_RC1C7FA70FD0&share=true] Of course it does. *Key point:* ATAC's air force serves as enemy fighters for the U.S. Air Force to train against. It is a vital role. A private company in Texas has acquired scores of old French fighter jets. *This first appeared in 2018 and is being reposted due to reader interest.* With its 63 former French air force Dassault Mirage F.1s, Fort Worth-based Airborne Tactical Advantage Company possesses an air force that, in size, rivals that... more »

How the Block IV Upgrade Makes the F-35 Stealth Fighter Even Better

Kris Osborn at The National Interest - 22 hours ago
*Kris Osborn* *Security, Americas* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2012%3Anewsml_TM3E82O1MJD01&share=true] Always improving. *Key point:* With every new update, the F-35 widens the lead as the best fighter jet ever. Here's what is new that it can do. The Air Force has begun early testing, software development and weapons integration for its upcoming Block 4 variant of the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, an emerging model intended to give the multi-role fighter a new dimension of attack mission possibilities, service leaders said. *This first appear... more »

‘Ownerless’ Bitcoin Succumbs to the Coronavirus

Bronwyn Howell at The National Interest - 22 hours ago
*Bronwyn Howell* *economy, Americas* [image: Reuters] That bitcoin’s price behavior in the face of the COVID-19 crisis has been dramatically volatile like share prices have potentially addressed one of the outstanding academic questions about the economic characteristics of cryptocurrencies. Amidst the turmoil in financial markets as COVID-19 spreads around the world, and while governments and central banks intervene to prop up economies coming under severe strain from real-world stresses, spare a thought for holders of bitcoin. Since reaching a 2020 high of $10,500 on February... more »

Coronavirus Question: Should I Keep My Children at Home Even If School Is Open?

Sunanda Creagh at The National Interest - 22 hours ago
*Sunanda Creagh* *Public Health, World* [image: Reuters] We asked 5 experts. *Editor’s note: This article is based on the coronavirus situation in Australia as of March 19. The situation may change over time.* Prime Minister Scott Morrison has said government schools across Australia will remain open for the foreseeable future as the COVID-19 pandemic spreads. He added that: as a father, I’m happy for my kids to go to school. There’s only one reason your kids shouldn’t be going to school and that is if they are unwell. However, many parents are already voluntarily keeping their ... more »

Coronavirus Question: America Needs Hospital Ships. Will the Navy Build Them?

David Axe at The National Interest - 22 hours ago
*David Axe* *Health, * Will the coronavirus pandemic finally compel Washington to get serious about replacing the only two hospital ships in the U.S. fleet? Will the coronavirus pandemic finally compel Washington to get serious about replacing the only two hospital ships in the U.S. fleet? It’s unclear. What is clear is the value of the ships not only during overseas military campaigns, but during domestic crises, as well. U.S. Military Sealift Command has activated both of its gargantuan hospital ships and is deploying one each to New York City and Seattle starting in late Marc... more »

How Are Russians Coping With The Covid-19 Coronavirus Pandemic?

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 23 hours ago
Alexander Ryumin / TASS *Ilya Klishin, Moscow Times:* *Buckwheat and the Coronavirus: How Russians Cope With the End of the World* *Although Putin stressed in his speech that there was no need to waste money stocking up on food, throngs of anxious Muscovites continued ravaging supermarkets, snatching up astronomical quantities of toilet paper and, inexplicably, buckwheat.* On March 17, President Vladimir Putin addressed the nation for the first time about the coronavirus. In short, he said everything was under control. He added that, “like in a large, friendly family” the Russian... more »

Philippines: Crawling Out From Under America's Shadow?

Land Destroyer at Land Destroyer - 23 hours ago
*March 20, 2020 *(Joseph Thomas - NEO) - President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, has announced his intentions to end the nation's security agreement with the United States, specifically its Visiting Forces Agreement. The move puts into question America's military presence in the Philippines and the influence it projects across Asia with it. In particular, it further complicates US attempts to encircle and contain the rise of China both in the region and upon the global stage. *Framing Growing US-Philippines Tensions * NPR in its article, "Philippines Says It Will End U.S.... more »

Philippines: Crawling Out From Under America's Shadow?

Land Destroyer at Alt Thai News Network ATNN - 23 hours ago
*March 20, 2020 *(Joseph Thomas - NEO) - President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte, has announced his intentions to end the nation's security agreement with the United States, specifically its Visiting Forces Agreement. The move puts into question America's military presence in the Philippines and the influence it projects across Asia with it. In particular, it further complicates US attempts to encircle and contain the rise of China both in the region and upon the global stage. *Framing Growing US-Philippines Tensions * NPR in its article, "Philippines Says It Will End U.S.... more »

13th Street, There’s No One Like You

E.M.Smith at Musings from the Chiefio - 23 hours ago
There's noone like you. Some music. Continue reading →

Coronavirus outbreak is not slowing audits of California’s leafy greens

News Desk at Food Safety News - 23 hours ago
The need to keep social distances is not keeping state government auditors from the lettuce fields, according tot the California Leafty Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA). It reports that the safety measures for leafy greens are fully in place during the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation. “First and foremost, we want to assure people that LGMA audits... Continue Reading

President told consumer friendly M-COOL would help cattlemen recover from coronavirus

News Desk at Food Safety News - 23 hours ago
The association for independent cattle producers, known as R-CALF USA, has sent President Trump an “emergency letter,” saying the coronavirus upheaval has significantly worsened the financial and economic conditions of the U.S. cattle industry and the result will be that many cattlemen will not be able to make loan payment deadlines or survive the crisis without immediate... Continue Reading

Low prevalence of Salmonella in Sweden’s dairy herds

News Desk at Food Safety News - 23 hours ago
Salmonella prevalence among Sweden’s dairy cattle herds is low but varies across the country, according to a study. In late 2019, the National Veterinary Institute (SVA) and Swedish Board of Agriculture (Jordbruksverket), conducted an anonymous national milk tank survey for antibodies against Salmonella. It is the second time such a survey on milk samples from... Continue Reading

'Oh rubbish': Accused killer reacts to pathology report of partner's poison death

Meagan Dillon at Just In - 23 hours ago
When South Australian detectives told alleged murderer Wendie-Sue Dent in her record of interview that her partner died from a "lethal amount" of prescription drugs, she responded: "Oh, rubbish".

How long coronavirus lasts on surfaces

Suzannah Lyons at Just In - 23 hours ago
Coronavirus can't reproduce outside a living host, but the virus can still survive on surfaces for hours and in some cases even days, new research reveals.

Two men 'with bikie links' face court on murder charges over Tallebudgera killings

Jennifer Huxley at Just In - 23 hours ago
Police say two men arrested in Coolangatta and charged with murdering Shane Ross and Cameron Martin at Tallebudgera last year have links to an outlaw motorcycle gang.

Iran releases 85,000 prisoners to curb coronavirus spread, but Australian still behind bars

Tracey Shelton at Just In - 23 hours ago
Another 10,000 are slated to receive pardons on top of those already temporarily released amid fears the new coronavirus could sweep through the country's overcrowded prisons.

She's trekked through political unrest, near-starvation and trench foot, but that was before COVID-19

Conor Byrne And Miranda Tetlow at Just In - 23 hours ago
Lucy Barnard has encountered many physical dangers and mental hurdles while walking through five countries, but the Australian adventurer worries coronavirus might finally stop her in her tracks.

Man claims newsagency worker threw winning $3.3 million Lotto ticket in bin

Jamelle Wells at Just In - 23 hours ago
David Renshaw is suing NSW Lotteries claiming he won $3.3 million on Lotto 22 years ago but a newsagent threw out his ticket and refused to return it.

Key points from the Prime Minister's press conference

Brett Worthington at Just In - 23 hours ago
The Federal Government postpones its May budget and introduces measures to thin crowds in Australia's bars, restaurants and other indoor venues because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Funeral staff 're-using body bags, gowns' due to COVID-19 restrictions

Emma Nobel And Matt Neal at Just In - 23 hours ago
Coronavirus emergency challenging how funeral directors deal with both the dead and the bereaved.

What makes coronavirus worse than the flu?

Olivia Willis at Just In - 23 hours ago
No, coronavirus is not 'just like the flu'. Here's why.

Brisbane man jailed for life for murdering pregnant teenager

Ashleigh Stevenson at Just In - 23 hours ago
A 65-year-old man is sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of murdering pregnant 16-year-old girl Tiffany Taylor.

As people retreat to their homes, concerns grow for women who live in fear

Julia Baird at Just In - 23 hours ago
Frontline workers are preparing for "escalating rates" of domestic violence amid the coronavirus crisis as victims are forced to self-isolate with abusers.

Two more coronavirus cases recorded in the NT as travellers arrive in Darwin

Jano Gibson at Just In - 23 hours ago
The NT has detected two more cases of COVID-19 today, after a Darwin man in his 30s returned home from Europe and a 21-year-old woman returned from the United States.

25 million Californians expected to catch COVID-19, state in lockdown

Just In - 23 hours ago
About 25.5 million people in California are expected to become infected with coronavirus during the next eight weeks, prompting authorities in one of the worst-hit states in the US to take urgent action.

Perth woman in her 60s in critical condition with COVID-19 as virus halts Sculpture by the Sea

Evelyn Manfield And Nicolas Perpitch at Just In - 23 hours ago
The condition of a woman in her 60s with coronavirus deteriorates as the global pandemic forces the cancellation of the popular Sculpture by the Sea event in Cottesloe.

The dire warning that finally changed Donald Trump's mind on coronavirus

David Lipson at Just In - 23 hours ago
For months Donald Trump downplayed the danger of coronavirus, claiming it would miraculously disappear. Now he's warning Americans about the "invisible enemy" that could change their way of life for months, writes David Lipson.

NAPLAN exams cancelled due to coronavirus disruptions, but schools to stay open

Conor Duffy at Just In - 23 hours ago
The national literacy and numeracy exams will be cancelled this year due to widespread disruption to schools caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

March 20th – 2020 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day #1156

sundance at The Last Refuge - 23 hours ago
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 →

Friday March 20th – Open Thread

sundance at The Last Refuge - 23 hours ago
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 →

California Orders State-Wide Lockdown – All Residents Must Stay at Home…

sundance at The Last Refuge - 23 hours ago
Comrade citizens, California governor Gavin Newsome announced today he has issued a statewide “stay at home” order. California residents can only leave their homes when necessary and/or critical during the coronavirus pandemic. Public gatherings are not allowed. [Executive Order HERE] … Continue reading →

Coronavirus: Deaths in Italy Pass Chinese Total

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 23 hours ago
BBC News The death toll from coronavirus in Italy today passed that for China. After another 427 people died in the past 24 hours Italy’s total now exceeds 3,400. And the United States has told Americans not to travel abroad, advising its citizens to come home now if possible. The State Department said that Americans …

COVID19-Hit Italy | Army Coffin Convoy as Crematorium Overwhelmed

mosesman at Socio-Economics History Blog - 23 hours ago
RT From desolate motorways to empty high streets, sadly this is the only traffic Bergamo has seen for a while. The reality facing parts of Italy right now is that local crematoriums are overwhelmed. This convoy of army vehicles is transporting around 60 coffins containing victims of coronavirus to be cremated at facilities in other …

Quote of the Day

vonMesser at 'Nox & Friends - 23 hours ago
“Politicians are people who, when they see light at the end of the tunnel, go out and buy some more tunnel.” John Quinton, American actor/writer

Evolution of Corona Virus and our march over the edge

Uriel at 'Nox & Friends - 23 hours ago
We are all so unsure of the evolution of Corona Virus that a step back is important to get an idea of where we are now. The CDC and WHO have worked out the practical. They have a lot of data pouring in to develop a real time picture and to give clinicians and pharmaceuticals information for the drugs and testing needed. But one thing that citizens have not really been prepared for is some idea of where the beginning was and where we are on the line of events right now. Lots of reporters are shouting lots of nonsensical … Continue reading →

In Time of Crisis: #LookUp

Russ Curtis at International Bird Rescue – Every Bird Matters - 23 hours ago
While it can be easy to feel overwhelmed in these challenging times, we encourage you to find solace in nature. There’s a common thread that can unite us: a deep love of birds and an appreciation for the natural world. Every bird we rescue is an inspiration – its resilience is a second chance. At […]

8 Republicans Voted Against Fighting COVID-19, Including BOTH Crackpots From Oklahoma

DownWithTyranny at DownWithTyranny! - 1 day ago
Conservative Republicans Cory Gardner (R-CO) and Rick Scott (R-FL) didn't vote yesterday, but the Senate finally passed the Coronavirus bill the House passed 6 days ago. I don't think McConnell and his cronies understand what exponential growth means. From Tuesday to Wednesday, Italy reported 4,207 confirmed new cases. German reported 2,0960 and Spain reported 2,920. And then came the U.S. which is not testing anywhere near the other countries-- but still reported 1,609 new cases between Tuesday and Wednesday. The dithering by McConnell and the Republicans who control the Senate... more »

Commentaries, Analysis, And Editorials -- March 19, 2020

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 1 day ago
Medical staff in protective gear work at a 'drive-thru' testing center for the novel coronavirus disease of COVID-19 in Yeungnam University Medical Center in Daegu, South Korea, March 3, 2020. REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon *Chad Terhune, Dan Levine, Hyunjoo Jin, Jane Lanhee Lee, Reuters: **Special Report: How Korea trounced U.S. in race to test people for coronavirus* SEOUL - In late January, South Korean health officials summoned representatives from more than 20 medical companies from their lunar New Year celebrations to a conference room tucked inside Seoul’s busy train station. One ... more »

California's Governor Tells President Trump That 25.5 Million People. Or Half Of Its Population, Are Projected To Get The Covid-19 Coronavirus Over The Next Eight Weeks

War News Updates Editor at War News Updates - 1 day ago
*CNBC:* *California governor issues statewide order to ‘stay at home’ effective Thursday evening* * California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday issued a statewide order for all residents to ‘stay at home’ amid a coronavirus outbreak. California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday issued a statewide order for all residents to ‘stay at home’ amid a coronavirus outbreak. “We need to bend the curve in the state of California,” Governor Gavin Newsom said, as he announced a statewide order for Californians to stay home. “There’s a social contract here, people I think recognize the need... more »

Specific Retail Food Shortages Will Not Soon Improve, But the Overall Food Supply Chain is Very Strong…

sundance at The Last Refuge - 1 day ago
We are entering into phase-3 of the supply-chain distribution shortages within the retail food sector. Phase-1 was immediate impact. Phase-2 was the spread to the warehouse and distribution. Phase-3 impacts are further upstream, processing & suppliers. The current shelf-stock shortages … Continue reading →

“Chinese Virus”: Why Is the Media So Obsessed with That Term?

Jarrett Stepman at The National Interest - 1 day ago
*Jarrett Stepman* *Health, * One would think the country has more pressing questions and concerns. America is in a state of lockdown, the stock market is plummeting, and countless people around the world could get sick and die as the result of a deadly pandemic, but still many in the American press will use their time to give cover to the People’s Republic of China. At a press conference Wednesday, President Donald Trump was asked why he used the phrase “Chinese virus” to describe the new coronavirus disease, known as COVID-19. Cecilia Vega of ABC News asked: “Why do you keep ca... more »

Why the Navy Is so Secretive About Its Special Seawolf Submarine

David Axe at The National Interest - 1 day ago
*David Axe* *Security, Americas* [image: Reuters] A new unique boat. *Key Point:* The Seawolf class is rare and hard to find. They are expensive, but very useful and serve in dangerous and classified missions. Sometime *apparently in August 2013*, the U.S. Navy’s nuclear-powered attack submarine USS Seawolf eased out of the port of Bremerton, in Washington State, on what was probably her fifth or sixth deployment since commissioning in 1997. *This article first appeared several years ago and is being reposted due to reader interest.* A month later the U.S. Sixth Fleet, in charg... more »

Force Multiplier: How the Marines' F-35 Can How Kill Enemy Warships

David Axe at The National Interest - 1 day ago
*David Axe* *Technology, Americas* [image: https://www.reutersconnect.com/all?id=tag%3Areuters.com%2C2020%3Anewsml_RC2TWE9TVANV&share=true] A major upgrade. *Key point: *The F-35 can do a lot of things, including now sink ships. This is the story of how it is able to do that. The U.S. Marine Corps recently proved that an F-35 stealth fighter can pass targeting data to a ground-based rocket launcher. The test, which took place in Yuma, Arizona sometime prior to mid-October 2018, involved a Marine F-35B detecting a metal container on the ground and passing the GPS coordinates via... more »

All data points to COVID-19 starting in the US

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 1 day ago
All data points to COVID-19 starting in the US & numerous agendas kick off; UBI, forced vaccination Welcome to The Daily Wrap Up, a concise show dedicated to bringing you the most relevant independent news, as we see it, from the last 24 hours (3/17/19). As always, take the information discussed in the video below … Continue reading All data points to COVID-19 starting in the US →

Ready to Serve

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 1 day ago
Wounded Warrior Project remains committed to providing those we serve with valuable resources as we navigate the evolving COVID-19 situation together. With the health & well-being of warriors and their family members as our top priority, we are actively adapting our programs and services in the face of changing circumstances. We are also working … Continue reading Ready to Serve →

Conversation Pieces

j at Wake Up To The Truth - 1 day ago
Hugh Fitzgerald Everyone remembers the puzzlement over the poster that appeared first in Winchester, Massachusetts in mid-September, and then in many other places in North America and Europe. It read simply: “Islam is RIGHT about women.” There was considerable consternation. Some thought it might have been put up by a Muslim, in which case … Continue reading Conversation Pieces →

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