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War News Updates17 minutes ago

Russia Sees Record Population Decline In 2021

*Moscow Times:* *Russia Sees Record Population Decline As Excess Deaths Hit 1M* *Russia experienced its largest population decline in 2021 since the end of the Soviet Union.* Russia recorded almost one million excess deaths between the start of the pandemic and the end of 2021, as the country also reported its sharpest annual fall in population since the end of the Soviet Union. Pushed down by record numbers of coronavirus fatalities and an already aging population, Russia's natural population, excluding the effects of migration, declined by more than one million people durin... read more

War News Updates36 minutes ago

North Korea Conducts Another Missile Test

*CNN:* *North Korea fires longest range missile since 2017* Seoul, South Korea (CNN)North Korea fired what is presumed to be its longest range ballistic missile since 2017 on Sunday, an escalation of its weapons program and a possible sign of larger tests to come, according to South Korea's President. Both the South Korean and Japanese governments reported the launch of an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM), with officials in Tokyo saying the missile reached a height of 2,000 kilometers (1,243 miles) with a range of 800 kilometers (497 miles), before falling into wat... read more

balance1036 minutes ago

the art of manipulation

1) Retired Marine: We’re on the top level now – about 15 feet from the doors just before they opened up. People are yelling and screaming. Everyone’s cheering, all kind of stuff. It’s chaotic. But we’re just kind of there. And then all of the sudden the doors open up from the inside. I have a picture taken about two seconds before the doors opened. And then I have a picture taken about six seconds later and the doors were open. Jim Hoft: And they were not opened from the outside? Retired Marine: They were opened from the inside. Now one of the stories I read recently was that so... read more

War News Updates1 hour ago

Did Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau Flee Ottawa Amid Security Concerns Over Today's Trucker Protests ?

*Daily Mail:* *Justin Trudeau and his family leave their home in Ottawa for a secret location amid security concerns as thousands of 'Freedom Convoy' truckers march in front his office in protest at vaccine requirement to cross the US-Canada border* * Justin Trudeau and his family have left their Ottawa home amid security concerns as demonstrators marched up and down the streets in front the Prime Minister's office to rally against the vaccine mandate * Protestors could be seen carrying copies of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, while others carried signs reading 'God keep... read more

Manhattan Contrarian1 hour ago

The Smart People Have Another Way To Save The Planet: Demand That Public Companies Reduce Their Emissions

* A couple of posts a week ago at this site on the subject of the enormous storage requirements of a fully wind/solar electricity generation system attracted several commenters who confidently asserted that a fully wind/solar energy generation system will prove cheaper than fossil fuels as soon as it is given a real chance. * I invited those commenters to provide their own detailed calculations of how much storage it would take to get a fully wind/solar electric generation system through a year without fossil fuel backup with real-world weather conditions, but so far none of them ha... read more

War News Updates1 hour ago

U.S. Defense Officials Say Russia Has Moved Medical Units And Blood Supplies Near The Ukraine Border

*Reuters:* *Exclusive-Russia moves blood supplies near Ukraine, adding to U.S. concern, officials say* WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Russia's military buildup near Ukraine has expanded to include supplies of blood along with other medical materials that would allow it to treat casualties, in yet another key indicator of Moscow's military readiness, three U.S. officials tell Reuters. Current and former U.S. officials say concrete indicators -- like blood supplies -- are critical in determining whether Moscow would be prepared to carry out an invasion, if Russian President Vladimir Put... read more

Small Dead Animals1 hour ago

Live from Ottawa

#MapleLeafRevolution read more

CONTRARY BRIN1 hour ago

Science Fiction: news & updates

In 1971 at Caltech (I was there), Bruce Murray and Carl Sagan welcomed Arthur C. Clarke and Ray Bradbury onstage for a panel: “Mars and the Mind of Man.” Among many cogent remarks, Arthur stated: "whether or not there is life on Mars now, there will be by the end of this century." Well, well. Unless you count a stray bacterium aboard Sojourner... But we can keep on pushing! *== For your consideration... ==* Hugo Award nominations are now open for Chicon in September in CHicago, likely to be the best SF con in a generation! I have three possibles, if you care to consider them. ... read more

The National Interest2 hours ago

Chinese Newspaper Speculates that J-20 Fighter Could Operate with Unmanned Drones

*Kris Osborn* *J-20, China* The Global Times suggested that the J-20 could fly with unmanned systems, similar to the U.S. Air Force's Loyal Wingman program. China may be mirroring the U.S. Air Force’s Loyal Wingman program. The Air Force program is intended to enable manned jets to operate with semi-autonomous drones. A report in the Chinese government-backed Global Times newspaper says the People’s Liberation Army Air Force is experimenting with manned-unmanned teaming with its J-20 fifth-generation stealth fighter jet. The Air Force’s Airpower Teaming System and the Loyal Win... read more

The National Interest2 hours ago

Is Israel's Iron Dome Missile Defense Unstoppable?

*Sebastien Roblin* *Iron Dome, Middle East* No other existing air-defense system can claim the over one-thousands intercepts achieved by the Iron Dome. *Here's What You Need To Remember: *No other existing air-defense system can claim the over one-thousands intercepts achieved by the Iron Dome. In January 2019, defense media reported that the U.S. Army plans to request funding from Congress to procure two advanced Iron Dome air-defense batteries from the Israeli firm Rafael. The $373 million deal would compromise 240 Tamir interceptor missiles, twelve launchers, and two radars a... read more

The National Interest2 hours ago

This Gulf War Tank Will Never Be Replaced

*Peter Suciu* *Bradley Vehicle, * Some 2,200 Bradley vehicles were deployed during Operation Desert Storm, and only three were lost to enemy fire. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *The U.S. military had sought to replace the M2 Bradley twice before and in the process has spent $20 billion to develop a replacement. As a result the Bradley will likely remain in service for at least another decade. Named after U.S. General Omar Bradley, this vehicle was developed to address the Soviet Red Army's new era of APCs, notably the BMP-1 (Boyevaya Mashina Pekhoty 1) or "infantry fighting... read more

War News Updates2 hours ago

President Biden Says He Will Deploy U.S. Troops Without NATO's Backing

*Daily Mail*:* Biden warns he will deploy troops WITHOUT NATO's backing: President says he will move troops to Eastern Europe 'in the near term' but not as part of NATO force as General Milley warns Russian attack on Ukraine 'would be horrific'* * Joe Biden on Friday evening said that he would be moving some troops to Eastern Europe - but 'not too many' - as tensions mount in Ukraine * Landing back in Washington DC after a trip to Pittsburgh, the president said that the troops would be moved 'in the near term', but did not say when * Hours earlier Ukraine's president, Volo... read more

The National Interest2 hours ago

Recent Social Security Fraudsters Prosecuted by the Feds

*Stephen Silver* *Social Security, * The Department of Justice has been aggressively prosecuting Social Security fraud in 2022. Fraud involving Social Security is often prosecuted by the federal government, and federal prosecutors have adjudicated a few significant cases this year. *A Guilty Plea in Mississippi * The U.S. Attorney’s office for the Southern District of Mississippi announced on Thursday that a Mexican national pled guilty to a federal charge of fraud or misuse involving a visa, permit or other document, with a false Social Security card used as part of the decep... read more

Small Dead Animals3 hours ago

“Unacceptable” in Canada

Justin Trudeau,”…the small fringe, minority …of people, who are on their way to Ottawa, who are holding unacceptable views, that they’re expressing, do not represent the views of Canadians…” read more

Organizing Notes3 hours ago

NO WAR CALL TO ACTION!

*STOP THE WAR WITH RUSSIA OVER UKRAINE!* We must act now to stop the war with Russia over Ukraine, a war that would risk becoming a dangerous conflict between nuclear states. As people residing in the United States, we have a special responsibility to call upon the U.S. government to: - Stop the war with Russia - Stop the NATO expansion - Stop sending weapons to Ukraine and the European Union - Obey international laws and the UN Charter - Resolve the current conflict within the United Nations Security Council De-escalate the threat of a nuclear war Once... read more

The National Interest3 hours ago

China May Use This Advanced Fighter Aircraft in a War Over Taiwan

*Lyle J. Goldstein* *China Air Force, Asia* Unquestionably, ever more and more capable aerial Chinese refueling aircraft will strengthen Beijing’s reach beyond the first island chain. *Here's What to Remember: *A major theme of the article is that the Y-20, at least in the near term, will not match the most efficient systems flying in the West. Whatever one concludes about China’s response to Coronavirus, there is little doubt that the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has been on the front line of the effort to stem the virus from an early point. The pages of China’s military news... read more

War News Updates3 hours ago

Canada's State Broadcaster The CBC Is Suggesting That "Russian Actors" Were Behind Today's Masive Trucker Demonstration In Ottawa

The CBC suggests "Russian actors" are behind the #TruckersForFreedom convoy. Seriously. #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/a6sQyWtKkx — True North (@TrueNorthCentre) January 29, 2022 *WNU Editor:* WTF!!!! But it gets better than that. Just saw on CTV News (Canada's largest broadcaster) a pundit from the NDP (one of Canada's political parties) saying that people with Swastikas were at the demonstration!!!!! I was there, and I certainly saw no Swastikas. read more

Real Climate Science3 hours ago

Virginia Forest Fires

Uncontrollable forest fires in Virginia during April 1880. 23 Apr 1880, 2 – The Enterprise and Vermonter at Newspapers.com In 1930, almost 400,000 acres burned in Virginia, and more than 72,000 acres had burned by mid-June 1941. 15 Jun 1941, … Continue reading → read more

Small Dead Animals3 hours ago

The #KenworthSpring

The border crossing at Coutts, AB today. Via Facebook. Emerson, MB: (updated to correct link) Regina. read more

Komando.com5 hours ago

A classic Facebook scam is still going strong – Don’t fall for it

Social media quizzes can lead to tons of problems. Here's why you should avoid them at all costs. read more

The National Interest3 hours ago

Does Iran Have Anti-Satellite Missiles?

*Caleb Larson* *Anti-Satellite, Middle East* Converting a missile from ground attack to space attack is not necessarily difficult. And space is a ripe target. Satellites are virtually defenseless from strikes by kill vehicles. *Here's What You Need to Remember:* Iran’s capabilities in space are most effective in denying the space sphere to adversaries, rather than actually controlling it themselves. In 2011, Iran was able to capture an American drone by jamming the drone’s GPS signal and spoofing another GPS signal. After the targeted killing of Iranian General Qassem Soleimani, ... read more

The National Interest3 hours ago

Are Robots the Future of the Navy?

*Sebastien Roblin* *Navy Submarines, * The U.S. Navy's Orca Robot Submarines could transform Naval Warfare. *Here's What You Need to Remember:* Of course a manned, nuclear-powered attack submarine is overall more capable, has more context-sensitive human brains helming it, and can perform missions like deploying special operations forces that a drone submarine cannot. But for very dangerous—or even very lengthy and boring missions—drone submarines could prove an attractive alternative. At a military parade celebrating its 70th anniversary, the People’s Republic of China unveil... read more

War News Updates3 hours ago

My Take On Today's Massive Trucker Demonstration In Ottawa

*WNU Editor:* I have seen my share of protests in my life, but the one I say today was special. You have your usual wack jobs and fringe groups present, but 99% (if not more) were peaceful and happy to be there to make their voices heard. And yes .... tens of thousands of flag and home-made sign carrying truckers and their supporters showed up, even with -20C temperatures and non-stop hostile coverage from the main stream media and our country's political leaders. There was also a massive police presence, but they kept their distance when they saw that most of the protester... read more

Truth Comes to Light4 hours ago

With Trudeau in Hiding, CBC Suggests Putin Behind Truckers’ Freedom Convoy

With Trudeau in Hiding, CBC Suggests Putin Behind Truckers’ Freedom Convoy by Tyler Durden, ZeroHedge January 29, 2022 Update (1500ET): While in a normal world this would be beyond satire and ridicule, it is perhaps of no surprise whatsoever that the blame for instigation of the “Freedom Convoy” is already being placed on so-called ‘Russian The post With Trudeau in Hiding, CBC Suggests Putin Behind Truckers’ Freedom Convoy appeared first on Truth Comes to Light. read more

From the Trenches World Report4 hours ago

Trudeau and Family Moved to Secret Location Due to Security Reasons Amid Anti-Vax Protests

Gateway Pundit – by Cristina Laila Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his family were moved to a secret location on Saturday due to security... The post Trudeau and Family Moved to Secret Location Due to Security Reasons Amid Anti-Vax Protests appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more

From the Trenches World Report4 hours ago

Tense exchange between CBP agents and Chief Ortiz in Laredo

NEW: Tense exchange between @CBP agents & @USBPChief today in Laredo—Chief Ortiz says they signed up for this job. Agent says, “For evil to triumph... The post Tense exchange between CBP agents and Chief Ortiz in Laredo appeared first on From the Trenches World Report. read more

The Last Refuge5 hours ago

President Trump MAGA Rally, Conroe, Texas – 8:00pm Livestream Links

Tonight, President Donald J. Trump will be holding a massive Save America Rally in Conroe, Texas. The speech by President Trump is scheduled for 7:00pm CT / 8:00pm ET. As with all of the new rally streams, Rumble is the platform service provider. Links Below: Donald Trump Campaign Livestream – RSBN Livestream Link – Alternate Livestream […] The post President Trump MAGA Rally, Conroe, Texas – 8:00pm Livestream Links appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more

The Rio Times5 hours ago

Covid-19: In Brazil, unvaccinated people can report discrimination to the government’s main denunciation channel

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL – In what is believed to be a first in the world, people in Brazil who feel or are discriminated against because they oppose the Covid 19 vaccination will be able to report cases to Disque 100, the main channel for denunciations of the federal government. This decision was made by […] The post Covid-19: In Brazil, unvaccinated people can report discrimination to the government’s main denunciation channel appeared first on The Rio Times. read more

The Last Refuge5 hours ago

Neil Oliver Stands with The Odyssey of Our Moment, The Canadian Truckers

In a brilliantly woven monologue [Transcript Here] Neil Oliver weaves the story of our recent humanity against the scale of the universe before returning to a line of lights in Canada that traverses the landscape; what has become known globally as the Freedom Convoy. Within our current condition it is good to note our place […] The post Neil Oliver Stands with The Odyssey of Our Moment, The Canadian Truckers appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more

The National Interest5 hours ago

How Turkey Became a Drone Superpower

*David Axe* *Drones, * Turkey might never develop its own stealth fighter, but the country has become a major user, and seller, of an entirely different class of warplane: armed drones. *Here's What You Need to Remember: *The Turkish military operates around 130 armed drones of several types, including five versions of the Anka plus the Karayel and the Bayraktar TB2, and their drones have helped to lead the country’s aerial campaign targeting forces loyal to the regime of Syrian president Bashar Al Assad. Tunisia in mid-March 2020 awarded a $240-million contract to Turkish Aero... read more

All That Is Solid ...5 hours ago

Rush'n Attack for the Nintendo Entertainment System

Here's a title that elicits three game-related memories for me. The first is encountering it as *Green Beret*, as it was known everywhere outside of North America, on my mate's Amstrad 6128. Lots of pretty colours for a military-themed game. And then a few years later, happening upon it on a tape of copies handed down from my cousins when I inherited their Spectrum 48k. And the third was encountering the Nintendo iteration in, of all places, *Crest of the Wave* in Ripley, Derbyshire. As part of their marketing strategy in the US and Canada, Nintendo would distribute *Playchoice-10s... read more

The Last Refuge5 hours ago

CNN Pushing Fake U.S. Intel Reports of Russians Stockpiling Blood on Ukraine Border, Ukranian Government Furious With DC Propaganda

Always remember, CNN is the official “fake news” narrative engineering effort of the U.S. State Department. The Washington Post pushes the Intelligence Community effort (CIA, etc.), and the New York Times push the FBI/DOJ (state police) effort. Today in an effort to use Ukraine as a proxy state for war against Russia, the State Dept […] The post CNN Pushing Fake U.S. Intel Reports of Russians Stockpiling Blood on Ukraine Border, Ukranian Government Furious With DC Propaganda appeared first on The Last Refuge. read more

Jennifer Marohasy5 hours ago

Feeding the Fishes, A$1 Billion

The Great Barrier Reef is vast: a network of coral reefs that cover an area about the size of Italy. It is in good condition. After all, unlike coral reefs in many other tropical parts of the world, Australia is a rich country with a population concentrated in the south – a long way from [...] The post Feeding the Fishes, A$1 Billion appeared first on Jennifer Marohasy . read more