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Sunday, August 16, 2020

16 August - Blogs I'm Following - 4 of 5

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10:16 pm MDT

Blessed by His Love

Age of Autism at AGE OF AUTISM - 16 hours ago
By Cathy Jameson Originally written in 2017 for a different audience, this older story describes a successful trip to Mass. I’ve edited it for our AofA readers today. From week to week, Ronan’s ability to sit through Mass varies quite... more »

Does Anyone Think Trump Hasn't Been The Worst President In History? And The Most Dangerous?

DownWithTyranny at DownWithTyranny! - 16 hours ago
*Slimeball by Nancy Ohanian* Everyone I know is having psychological problems right now-- some very mildly and some... well, at least one person I know committed suicide. In the middle of an out-of-contril, deadly pandemic, we have enough to worry about without a narcissistic madman threatening to destroy our democracy and the nation itself. Could Putin have ever imagined that for an investment of just a few million dollars he would have laid America *this* low, helping elevate the ultimate anti-patriot to the Oval Office? Joshua Benton tweeted this yesterday. It's literally horrify... more »

Stop the sea-based war games!

Bruce K. Gagnon at Organizing Notes - 16 hours ago
Despite COVID-19 and people’s resistance, the world's biggest multinational maritime war exercise, Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC) is being held off the shores of Hawaii from Aug. 17 to 31, 2020. RIMPAC is an unnecessary and reckless biannual war exercise for the US domination of the Indo-Pacific region. It infringes on the sovereignty of the Hawaiian people, destroys the ecological systems (such as killing cetaceans), and threatens the peace in the Asia Pacific. This year, 23 ships and 5,300 military personnel from around 10 nations are joining RIMPAC. Those of us who have ... more »

South Korea’s Summer Temperatures “Reverse” — July comes-out Colder than June for the first time on Record

Cap Allon at Electroverse - 16 hours ago
Korean meteorologists have blamed 2020's unusually cold July on "exceptionally high temps in the Arctic caused by global climate change" -- a half-truth, at best... The post South Korea’s Summer Temperatures “Reverse” — July comes-out Colder than June for the first time on Record appeared first on Electroverse .

Only Half of Expected Turnout at "Student" Rally

Land Destroyer at Alt Thai News Network ATNN - 16 hours ago
Small turnouts, plus counter protesters already showing up illustrates the challenge of translating fake online support into large street mobs. *August 16, 2020 *(Tony Cartalucci - ATN) - While debatable claims of "at least 5,000" protesters sounds like a lot for today's anti-government protests - leaders of the "leaderless" protests had expected at least 10,000. Claims that the protests "grew" at night are dubious at best with numbers regularly inflated by protesters and the media supporting them. Pictures of the protests during the day revealed many older people - some even lite... more »

Sunday song

Bruce K. Gagnon at Organizing Notes - 16 hours ago

Waiting for Opposition

Phil at All That Is Solid ... - 17 hours ago
Another set of polls, another stubborn Tory lead. You can talk discuss why this is the case, but what about the how? What can Labour do that 65,000 deaths and an increasingly obvious second wave of infection can't? Whether you think the best tack to take is criticising the politics of the Tories' miserable failure, or go in for some colourless managerialism, Labour's strategy has to think about two things. How can we win over Tories voters, or failing that, discourage them from voting Conservative in the future, and how do we keep existing supporters on side. Keir Starmer's latest ... more »

SUNDAY SCREENING: ‘Nagasaki – Why Did US Drop the Second Bomb?’ (2020)

NEWS WIRE at 21st Century Wire - 17 hours ago
*SUNDAY SCREENING* | Examining the real reasons why the US dropped its atomic weapons on Japan.

Links 8/16/2020

Lambert Strether at naked capitalism - 17 hours ago

Sunday morning music

Peter at Bayou Renaissance Man - 17 hours ago
It's been a while since we've had some classical guitar music. Here's Joaquín Rodrigo's "Fantasia Para un Gentilhombre", performed live by the Orquesta Sinfónica de Minería. The conductor is José Luis Castillo, and the soloist is Pablo Sáinz Villegas. A lovely rendition of one of my favorite classical guitar pieces. Peter

Raped Since Age Six; Pregnant at Ten; in Unexplained Limbo Awaiting Legal Abortion

Adele Cardin at The Rio Times - 17 hours ago
RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - Pregnancy at age ten kills. This was the message, in the form of a hashtag, that took hold of social media in recent days, after the case of a 10-year-old girl who became pregnant after being raped in the city of São Mateus, in Espírito Santo state. The victim was […] The post Raped Since Age Six; Pregnant at Ten; in Unexplained Limbo Awaiting Legal Abortion appeared first on The Rio Times.

The Reaction of the Left to Lockdown

barovsky at The New Dark Age - 17 hours ago
In April I wrote a postscript to my critique of the ‘unofficial left’ (David Graeber, Noam Chomsky, Media Lens, etc.) criticising their non-response to the already highly suspicious coronavirus narrative. Things have moved on — now into the past tense — so here is the same summary, now updated and revised.

COVID Data Failures Create Pressure for Public Health System Overhaul

Lambert Strether at naked capitalism - 17 hours ago
By Harris Meyer, was a senior reporte and managing editor at Modern Healthcare. Originally published at Kaiser Health News. After terrorists slammed a plane into the Pentagon on 9/11, ambulances rushed scores of the injured to community hospitals, but only three of the patients were taken to specialized trauma wards. The reason: The hospitals and […]

The Nazi's Last Stand At Seelow Heights Proved Germany Had Not Lost Its Fighting Spirit

Warfare History Network at The National Interest - 18 hours ago
*Warfare History Network* *History, Europe* A carefully crafted German plan caught an overconfident adversary off guard at the gates of Berlin, but overwhelming odds ensured a Russian victory. The officers huddled in a candlelit cellar in an abandoned farmhouse midway between the Oder River and Berlin. Outside the walls could be heard the steady pounding of artillery explosions and the whoosh of rockets to the east. Sixty-year-old General Helmuth Weidling, a holder of the Knights Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords, listened to reports of the three-day-old battle from his subordinat... more »

The U.S. Economy Is Reliant on Consumer Spending – Can It Survive a Pandemic?

Halina Szejnwald Brown at The National Interest - 18 hours ago
*Halina Szejnwald Brown* *economy, Americas* The U.S. is experiencing its highest unemployment rate since the Great Depression. The COVID-19 pandemic has radically affected the American economy, reducing spending by American households on materials goods, air travel, leisure activities as well as the use of automobiles. As a result, greenhouse gas emissions have temporarily fallen dramatically. While this may be a positive for the environment, the social price is high: Since the U.S. economy depends heavily on consumer spending, the country is experiencing the highest unemployme... more »

Machines Could Soon Be Able to Detect Coronavirus Particles in the Air

Suresh Dhaniyala, Hema Priyamvada Ravindran, Shantanu Sur at The National Interest - 18 hours ago
*Suresh Dhaniyala, Hema Priyamvada Ravindran, Shantanu Sur* *Coronavirus, World* Devices that can rapidly detect particular airborne pathogens – including SARS-CoV-2 – are in the works in various research laboratories. A growing body of research shows that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can spread from person to person through the air. Indoor spaces with poor ventilation in areas where the virus is prevalent are particularly hazardous. In the fictional world of “Star Trek,” public health officials and first responders would be able to determine instantly if a space h... more »

Joe Biden Will Be America’s Most Pro-Kurdish President

Aykan Erdemir, Philip Kowalski at The National Interest - 18 hours ago
*Aykan Erdemir, Philip Kowalski* *Politics, Middle East* The real test of Biden’s pro-Kurdish sentiments will be whether the need to maintain pragmatic cooperation with Ankara and Baghdad will ultimately force him to temper his commitment to the Kurds that the mountains are not their only friends. “I don’t like Kurds,” President Donald Trump said, according to former national security adviser John Bolton. Twice now, Trump has ordered the withdrawal of U.S. troops from northeast Syria, leaving Washington’s Syrian Kurdish allies to fend for themselves, despite the heavy sacrifices ... more »

Destinations – A Sunday Sermonette

Larry-Lambert at Virtual Mirage - 18 hours ago
Gilgamesh Stories and legends of Gilgamesh had existed in oral form long before the Epic was written down. Because of this, there is a lot of debate over whether the Epic is more Sumerian (earlier) or Babylonian (later) in terms of cultural influence. The most well-preserved version was written by Sîn-lēqi-unninni, and he would […] The post Destinations – A Sunday Sermonette appeared first on Virtual Mirage .

Sanders scolds Elon Musk for taking government subsidies that Bernie made possible

Steve Goreham at CFACT - 18 hours ago
The exchange erupted over Sanders’ new bill to impose a wealth tax on Musk and other billionaires. The post Sanders scolds Elon Musk for taking government subsidies that Bernie made possible appeared first on CFACT.

EU member states call for sanctions of Belarus

antanas kubulis at The Duran - 18 hours ago
The reaction of the leading Western countries to the presidential elections in Belarus and the events of recent days is rather restrained. The position of European leaders can hardly be regarded as an uncompromising position on forcing the “last dictator of Europe” to democracy and respect for human rights. However, while Washington, Berlin, Brussels and […]

“Team Harris” gets press – but isn’t it Biden who wants to be President? [Video]

Seraphim Hanisch at The Duran - 18 hours ago
Sometimes, you get a perfect rundown of what is really going on in the world. As regards Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, this is one of the best early analyses of this pair of Presidential candidates. In fact, it is probably most accurate to say precisely that: This is a pair of presidential candidates, not a […]

NATO has its eye on Belarus

Valdis Carablis at The Duran - 18 hours ago
After the longtime president of Belarus, Aleksandr G. Lukashenko, claimed 80 percent of the vote on Sunday in what many Western governments said was a sham election, protesters across the country have been met with a fierce police crackdown as the government tries to maintain its grip on power. Three nights of violent clashes, which […]

Baltic States are desperate to increase their influence in Europe

TheBalticWord at The Duran - 18 hours ago
The United States and the European Union harshly condemned the incumbent the president of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko for the situation with the riots and supported the protesters. In this situation, you need to understand that Washington is acting by the same methods as during the recent protests in other regions of the world – in […]

What Th3y D0n’t Want Y0u T0 S33 / Shad0wGat3

Jack at The Duran - 18 hours ago
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All Nuclear Weapons Are Illegal

G2mil at The Duran - 18 hours ago
Americans assume that only select nations can legally build and stockpile nuclear weapons. Corporate media and the US Government constantly warn of grave danger if nations like Iran illegally develop nuclear weapons. They cite the 1970 Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, commonly known as the NPT. This is an international treaty to prevent […]

Lithuania’s actions can destabilize the situation in Belarus

dainpus at The Duran - 18 hours ago
Lithuania’s public figures are calling for a human chain, reminiscent of the 1989 Baltic Way that stretched from Vilnius to Tallinn, to show support to Belarusians. In Hong Kong, people also formed a human chain to protest against China’s interference (2019). Several tens of thousands of people for a human chain to be formed from […]

Belarus is on Fire thanks to the West

dainpus at The Duran - 18 hours ago
Presidential elections in Belarus were held on August 9. According to the results, the incumbent head of state Alexander Lukashenkа gained 80.08 percent of the vote, Svetlana Tikhanovskaya was supported by 10.09 percent. It was absolutely clear that Lukashenkа would win the elections because of the wide support of the people. By the way, mass […]

Pete Way (1951-2020)

TheDarkMan at The Duran - 18 hours ago
The death has been announced of rock musician Pete Way on August 14. He was said to have suffered serious injuries in an accident two months ago, but he was already in poor health and may not have had long to live anyway. He suffered a heart attack in August 2016. Although he was associated […]

Breaking: Infowars Reporter Millie Weaver Arrested on Secret Indictment!

Dewey Fernfield at The Duran - 18 hours ago
source Today Infowars reporter, Millie Weaver was arrested at her home. There is a lot of speculation surrounding her arrest due to the timing. Millie Weaver was getting ready to publish a documentary called ‘Shadow Gate’. The film showcases two whistleblowers who allege there is a secretive network of government contractors which consists of government […]

32% of Americans Have Unpaid Housing Bills and Mile-Long Lineups at Food Banks!

Dewey Fernfield at The Duran - 18 hours ago
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Who Is Glenn Kirschner?

TheDarkMan at The Duran - 18 hours ago
Kirschner is a former senior prosecutor. He started his career in the US Army and ended up running the homicide section in Washington DC. He is currently teaching law at George Washington University. Those are impressive credentials, but a more relevant question today is who is paying this guy, or perhaps even more candidly, what […]

Keiser Report | Summer solutions | How Trump Stole 2020 | E1580

whisp at The Duran - 18 hours ago
In this episode of Keiser Report’s annual Summer Solutions series, Max and Stacy chat to journalist, Greg Palast, about his new book, HOW TRUMP STOLE 2020. T...

Unknown truth about riots in Belarus

dainpus at The Duran - 18 hours ago
The Internet is flooded with footages of protests in Belarus. Most of each shows how security officials are grabbing “civilians”. There are other shots that no one paid attention to. Draw your own conclusions… Dainpus (@Dainpus@mstdn.social) Attached: 1 video Unknown truth about riots in Belarus

Episode #337 – ‘The Agenda is Real’

NEWS WIRE at 21st Century Wire - 18 hours ago
*SUNDAY WIRE* | Strap yourselves in and lower the blast shield – this is your brave new world…

Jeremy Clarkson starts a Farm, during the onset of a Grand Solar Minimum — the results are predictable

Cap Allon at Electroverse - 19 hours ago
This year, Clarkson has suffered "the wettest autumn since 2000, the wettest February on record, the driest May on record and then, for good measure, the coldest July since 1988." The post Jeremy Clarkson starts a Farm, during the onset of a Grand Solar Minimum — the results are predictable appeared first on Electroverse.

Doctor loses registration after ‘conspiracy posts’

TOTT News at News – TOTT News - 19 hours ago
A Melbourne doctor has had his registration suspended after a tribunal found his anti-vaccination views 'posed a risk to the way he practised medicine'.

Doing The Good You Can Do

Fr. Stephen FREEMAN at OrientalReview.org - 19 hours ago
St. John the Baptist confronted a difficult question. Soldiers came to him (it’s not clear what kind of soldiers these were). We are told: Soldiers also asked him, “And we, what shall we do?” And he said to them, “Do not extort money from anyone by threats or by false […]

The Bards Sang Their Songs To Inspire - A Quotation by M.N. Hopkins

Stranger in a Strange Land at Stranger in a Strange Land - 20 hours ago
*The bards sang their songs to inspire and direct ones focus back to one's Self. This is where you will find the strength, determination, and the endurance to continue upon your chosen paths. For to reconnect again to your Soul or your Self will connect you to God and an infinite supply of energy and creative endeavour.* *© **M.N. Hopkins* *To read more of my poems & quotations, please click on the link below:* *Poems & Quotations by M.N. Hopkins* *or visit:* *Pinterest*

John Stossel: Are So-Called Anti-Racists Really Racist?

John Stossel at The National Interest - 20 hours ago
*John Stossel* *Politics, Americas* [image: Demonstrators take part in a Black Lives Matter protest outside Tottenham police station in London, Britain August 8, 2020. REUTERS/Simon Dawson] Do anti-racists realists that they and white supremacists now support similar segregationist policies, like blacks- (or whites-) only spaces? Black Lives Matter protests led many people to want to do something useful to reduce racial injustice. Racial justice groups are being flooded with money. Big companies made multimillion-dollar donations. “Bad idea,” says black radio host Larry Elder i... more »

Nearly Half of U.S. Teens Who Date Report Stalking and Harassment

Emily Rothman at The National Interest - 20 hours ago
*Emily Rothman* *Society, Americas* These statistics suggest that surveilling or acting aggressively toward a crush or partner isn’t just common among U.S. teenagers. They may also think it’s normal or acceptable. Falling in love for the first time can be a thrill, and teen dating is important to adolescent development. But according to the results of a study that my research team recently conducted, these early forays into romance often veer into unhealthy territory. As many as 48% of 12- to 18-year-olds who describe themselves as having had a dating partner in the past year ha... more »

How One Community Improved COVID-19 Nursing Home Care (And Saved Lives)

Laurie Archbald-Pannone at The National Interest - 20 hours ago
*Laurie Archbald-Pannone* *Coronavirus, Americas* Success depends on collaboration and communication. Nursing home residents worldwide are particularly vulnerable to the ravages of COVID-19. In the U.S. as of Aug. 2, 2020, nearly 46,000 nursing home residents had died from the virus. In addition, deaths linked to nursing homes have been estimated to account for 40% of all COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. In my home state of Virginia, nursing home residents make up more than half the state’s COVID-19 related deaths. That statistic alone emphasizes the critical need for infection contr... more »

Is Coronavirus a Danger To My Schoolkids? Here's What Two Doctors Say

Amy Anderson, Kevin Pham at The National Interest - 20 hours ago
*Amy Anderson, Kevin Pham* *Health, Americas* [image: A pupil of the protestant high school] In short, children pose little risk to others, and that risk only decreases if the school or school district implements good safety precautions. Some schools are reopening this fall. COVID-19 is still going around, so parents have a lot of questions about what this means for their kids, their families, and their extended families. Here’s our take on the top questions we’re hearing. *1. If my child returns to school, should I expect my child to contract COVID-19? If so, should I be scare... more »

"Chaos Theory"

CoyotePrime at Running 'Cause I Can't Fly - 20 hours ago
*"Chaos Theory"* by Jim Kunstler "For the moment, it seems, the Democratic Party’s actual anointed candidate for president is Senator Harris (CA), due to the obvious disability of her running mate. But such a boldfaced shuck-and-jive has never been tried before in a national election. Do you suppose the DNC honchos really believe they’re putting one over on the voters? It remains to be seen whether this hustle will withstand the moilings and toilings of next week’s national convention - itself shaping up to be a massively peculiar event conducted by texts, emails, phone calls, Zoom... more »

Virginia Tech Renames Two Residence Halls After Three African Americans

Jessica Ruf at Diverse - 20 hours ago
Virginia Tech is renaming two of its residence halls after three Black trailblazers who played key roles in the campus’ history, reports WSLS News. Previously named after men who espoused White supremacist views, Lee Hall and Barringer Hall will now be called Hoge Hall and Whitehurst Hall, respectively. Hoge Hall is named for Janie and […]

DOJ Investigation: Yale ‘Illegally Discriminates’ Against Asian American, White Applicants

Jessica Ruf at Diverse - 20 hours ago
Following a two-year investigation, the U.S. Justice Department determined on Thursday that Yale University is “illegally discriminating against Asian American and white applicants, in violation of federal civil rights law,” reports the Associated Press. Yale “rejects scores of Asian American and white applicants each year based on their race, whom it otherwise would admit,” the […]

Campus Police at Portland State Will No Longer Carry Guns

Jessica Ruf at Diverse - 20 hours ago
Portland State University’s police force will no longer carry guns while patrolling campus, starting this fall, reports Newsweek. Students at the university have long demanded that the school disarm its police, especially after campus police fatally shot Jason Washington, a Black U.S. postal service worker and Navy veteran, in 2018. Now, amid summer-long protests against […]

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