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Trump Knew Pelosi Would Let Him Get Away With His Criminal Behavior Regarding Ukraine
*Which way to Kiev?* William Kristol had some advice for Congress yesterday. In his *Bulwark* column he offered a roadmap for what the House and Senate can do about the whistleblower report and the Ukraine. He began with a charming quote from Virgil's *Aeneid* that describes what Trump's time in the White House must feel like for #NeverTrump Republicans: *The gates of hell are open night and day;Smooth the descent, and easy is the way:But to return, and view the cheerful skies,In this the task and mighty labor lies.* No collusion? How can anyone deny that Señor Trumpanzee "seem... more »
This Former U.S. Diplomat Understands Putin
Reuters *John Evans, National Interest*: *The Key to Understanding Vladimir Putin* *It is common to ascribe America’s growing difficulties with Russia to President Vladimir Putin personally, but the sources of Russian discontent predate Putin’s presidency.* Let me put it right out there: I believe we Americans have misunderstood -- or, as George Bush might have said, “misunderestimated” -- Vladimir Putin from the moment he entered our consciousness, at the very start of the present millennium. Here is how I remember him and what I think of where we are today. Putin was my guest a... more »
Why the Large and Deadly Stalingrad Class Battlecruiser Was Never Built
*Robert Beckhusen* *History, Europe* [image: https://i.imgur.com/8rCyK2R.png] What happened? *Key point:* Despite Moscow's dreams, the cost of World War II and the recovery were too much for a new class of ships. The Soviet navy was not in great shape at the onset of the German invasion on June 22, 1941. Stalin had decimated the ranks of the naval officer corps, which greatly complicated planning, and the invasion forced many warship projects to a halt. The Soviets envisioned one of these projects, the Kronshtadt-class battlecruiser, to be faster than Germany’s Bismarck-class ba... more »
Why a Battlecruiser is No Battleship: High Speed and Firepower, but No Armor
*Michael Peck* *History, Europe* [image: By U.S. Navy - Official U.S. Navy photo NH 57145 from the U.S. Navy Naval History and Heritage Command, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=293499] What about modern warships? *Key point:* There are always trade-offs and modern warships are no different. "There seems to be something wrong with our bloody ships today," said Admiral Beatty as he watched his battlecruisers blow up one by one at the Battle of Jutland. The words were classic British understatement, but 3,000 dead sailors were ample evidence that so... more »
Not-Quite Emergency Fundraiser Appeal
My deepest apologies, but a quite unexpected situation has arisen that isn't an "emergency", yet, but does require immediate attention, so I'm tossing this appeal out as a "fundraiser", the very first and last time it'll ever happen. Only if you're able to, would you please consider a donation to the blog- and me- at the PayPal donation sidebar. It would be very greatly appreciated! And, as always, thanks for stopping by! - CP
São Paulo Nightlife Guide for Tuesday, September 24, 2019
[image: São Paulo dance scene, contemporary dance in São Paulo] We have the top three picks for this Tuesday, and below is a list of bars and lounges that are always a good option. PARTY: Festa Cafuá (Consolação) – The Presidenta Bar hosts Festa Cafuá again, in Consolação. DJ Birão Ramin and Tiago Costa will make partygoers have a blast with various Brazilian rhythms. The […] The post São Paulo Nightlife Guide for Tuesday, September 24, 2019 appeared first on The Rio Times.
Climate Strikers demand violent revolution to overthrow capitalism in NYC
At the "Youth" Climate Strike In NYC, marchers called for violent revolution against capitalism. WATCH NOW The post Climate Strikers demand violent revolution to overthrow capitalism in NYC appeared first on CFACT.
No climate emergency for polar bears or walrus means no climate emergency period
Originally posted on Iowa Climate Science Education: Reposted from Polar Bear Science Posted on September 23, 2019 | We are told the Arctic is warming twice as fast as anywhere else in the world, yet as the internet reverberates with shrill, almost-the-lowest-ice-extent-ever stories, polar bears, Pacific walrus, and the most common ice seal species (ringed…
Two wounded as senator opens fire outside parliament building in Haiti
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A Haitian senator fired his gun into the air during a protest near the country's parliament, leaving at least two injured as anger spills over in the Caribbean country over fuel and food shortages.
Russian Defense Chief: U.S. Could Cut Military Budget If It Stopped Attacking Other Nations
*Newsweek:* *Russian Defense Chief Says U.S. Could Cut Military Budget If It Stopped Attacking Other Nations* Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu has suggested that the "huge" U.S. military budget could be cut if American foreign policy was less aggressive. In an interview with Russian newspaper Moskovsky Komsomolets published on Sunday, Shoigu said Russian armed forces were more concerned with defense of the country rather than force projection, and would prioritize weapons to level the playing field with the U.S. military. Russian President Vladimir Putin has overseen a signi... more »
Mauna Kea: A society of love, compassion and justice is worth protecting
Mauna Kea: A society of love, compassion and justice is worth protecting 'Science without ethics is our worst nightmare' An article by one of our Mauna Healers Aunty Gwen Kim who is also one of the frontline Kia’i who sat in the Kupuna line on the day of the Kupuna arrests. Kepakemapa 23, 2019Pōʻakahi Mauna Medic Healers By Gwen Kim Seeing so many negative letters about Thirty Meter
The College Board Tweaked The SAT Adversity Score. But It's Not Fixed-- Or Gone.
Since David Coleman took the helm at the College Board, its flagship product--the ubiquitous SAT, one-time queen of college entrance exams--has been the victim of a series of unforced errors. The roll-out and walk-back of the "adversity score" is only the latest--and recent reports of that score's death may be greatly exaggerated. The company ran into some glitches in its rush to get a new, Common Core-aligned test to market. Coleman expressed a desire for the test to be a great leveler, a test that would recognize and elevate intellectual prowess wherever it was found. The SAT has l... more »
Iran FM: War on Iran Will Not be a Limited One
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Violent Hong Kong Protesters Demand Amnesty
RT America Hong Kong protests turned violent over the weekend as protesters vandalized malls and subway stations in several districts. Although the extradition bill has been withdrawn, protesters say it’s not enough and will continue to protest until all of their demands are met. RT America’s Ashlee Banks reports. end
FULL SHOW: US May Launch Cyber Attack on Iran
RT America US Troops are en route to Saudi Arabia to prevent future attacks on Saudi oil fields by their alleged perpetrator amid new tensions with Iran. Now the Pentagon, White House and Cyber Command are contemplating a high level cyber attack to stop Iran in its tracks. Investigative journalist Ben Swann joins In Question …
Gaza March of Return Protest Continues, at Least 65 Palestinians Injured by IDF
RT At least 65 Palestinians were injured when Israeli forces opened fire on the weekly Great March of Return at the Gaza-Israeli border on Friday. According to reports, the Israeli forces used live bullets and rubber-coated steel rounds. “In 2001, Dr. Ariella Oppenheim, of Hebrew University, a biologist, published the first extensive study of DNA …
Another ‘Highly Likely’: UK, France & Germany Blame Iran for Saudi Oil Attack, Without Evidence Or Investigation
Looks like the Satanic European bloodlines are hell-bent on triggering Albert Pike’s Satanic WW3. Watch Zionist ‘666’ Israel, the Satanic counterfeit! – Another ‘Highly Likely’: UK, France & Germany Blame Iran for Saudi Oil Attack, Without Evidence Or Investigation by https://www.rt.com/ Without evidence, leaders of the UK, France and Germany joined the US in blaming …
The Deep State Is Dragging Trump Into War With Iran
The Deep State Is Dragging Trump Into War With Iran by Robert Bridge, https://www.strategic-culture.org/ Should we chalk it up to coincidence theory that just days after Trump gives John Bolton the boot as his National Security Adviser, Iran is blamed for an attack on a Saudi oil facility, forcing Washington to forego any hope of …
Here’s What Drove the Repo Rate Higher
Question: Why are banks with excess reserves about $1.3T not lending to the banks that need them? These banks have deposited their excess reserves at the FedRes earning 1.8-2.0% but the overnight repo market is offering them as high as 10%. So, what is going on here? A clear loss of trust between banks. Not …
Why Gold Prices are About to Skyrocket 50% Higher
Kitco NEWS Gold could rally another 50% due to the enormous amount of debt hanging around the world, this according to E.B. Tucker, Director of Metalla Royalty & Streaming. “The amount of debt is growing tremendously, with the U.S. government’s growing by billions and billions of dollars a day. Corporations have to borrow more and …
Financial Collapse 2019: Insiders Dire Warning About An Unstoppable Economic Collapse
Peter Gunther He’s a former U.S. Congressman, a distinguished attorney, best-selling author and his work has been featured in The New York Times, National Review and The Wall Street Journal. He’s met and worked closely with Ron Paul, Ronald Reagan, Richard Nixon, Dwight D. Eisenhower, Gerald Ford and George H.W. Bush, to name a few. …
Parents Shocked as UK Schools Teach 6-10yo Kids to Touch Their ‘Private Parts’ in Beds & Showers
Parents Shocked as UK Schools Teach 6-10yo Kids to Touch Their ‘Private Parts’ in Beds & Showers by https://www.rt.com/ Parents in Britain are outraged after more than 240 primary schools introduced lessons on “self-stimulation” for children as young as six as part of their sex education program. – A teaching manual, published by the Mail …
Congress Wants Answers on Trump’s Dig for Biden Dirt
Democrats, and some Republicans, urged the White House to be forthcoming amid the reports that the president pressured Ukraine’s leader to help investigate political rival Joe Biden.
Marine physicist raises $500k to continue fighting university over wrongful sacking
A marine physicist, who was awarded more than $1.2 million for his wrongful sacking earlier this month, has now raised more than half a million dollars to fight an appeal by James Cook University.
Escaped prisoner found chilly and dehydrated after night in the bush
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An escapee who has been on the run from Hobart's Risdon Prison since Monday has been found uninjured, but a bit chilly and dehydrated, after spending a night in bushland, police confirm.
'He just died, didn't he Dad?' The intractable bond between a girl and her cockatoo
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Amabelle's family took in a sick, lonely cockatoo the year before she was born, and the two of them became inseparable.
French woman had Renaissance painting worth millions hanging above her stove
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An early Renaissance masterpiece by the Florentine master Cimabue has been discovered in an elderly woman's kitchen in a town near Paris, art experts say.
Evidence of 'manipulation' of anti-doping data puts Russian Olympic participation at risk
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Russia's participation at the Tokyo Olympics is in serious doubt after analysis of historical testing data by the World Anti-Doping Agency suggested "manipulation", sparking a new investigation.
PayPal investigated for potential abuse by child sex exploitation rings
Digital payments giant PayPal will undertake an urgent audit of its global money transfers business given "ongoing concerns" it is being used by child exploitation rings in Asia.
Cold case breakthrough as police arrest daughter over historic Sydney murder
Police are expected to charge a 45-year-old woman with the murder of her mother Irene Jones in 2001 which police will allege she tried to cover up as a break and enter.
SA's Attorney-General criticises push for criminal checks for surrogate parents
South Australia's Opposition wants to make it mandatory for people seeking to have a child through surrogacy to undergo a 'working with children' check, but the Attorney-General says the proposal would be "unenforceable".
Trump denies pressuring Ukraine, will not commit to transcript release
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Donald Trump denies trying to coerce Ukraine into investigating his Democratic political rival Joe Biden but wavers about whether he would release a transcript of a phone call that some Democrats say is grounds for his impeachment.
US-China trade war and Brexit drag global manufacturing into recession, analysts say
Market analysts say the data from manufacturing surveys published overnight shows European business growth has stalled, adding to signs that the global economy is headed towards a recession.
What happens to everyone with a Thomas Cook holiday?
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The world's oldest travel firm has collapsed. Here's what happens to those 600,000 stranded travellers next.
Thousands of dangerous drivers 'who shouldn't be on our roads' protected by loophole
Victoria's speed camera watchdog warns a wide range of road users — from tradies to large companies — are unfairly using the law to pay a $3,000 fine instead of losing individual licences for dangerous driving offences.
Megan Rapinoe urges players to lead social change after winning FIFA Best award
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Megan Rapinoe calls on her male and female counterparts to speak out on racism and other inequalities after being crowned The Best at FIFA's annual awards ceremony alongside Barcelona star Lionel Messi.
I Don’t Know How To Live
“I don’t know how to live,” I sighed in despair, trying to sink into the cracks in my sofa. “Aye,” said my heart. “And thanks be for that. If you were responsible for carrying out every one of my beats, we wouldn’t last an hour.” […]
It’s Just An Illusion – The Management of Perception
*Kingsley L. Dennis* - An epidemic of information can just as easily turn into a pandemic of misinformation.
New column day
Here (via PressReader), on how the Parliamentary Budget Officer has confirmed that Canadian voters can choose substantial social and environmental progress that's well within our means - even if the two main parties are determined to offer far less. For further reading... - Jeffrey Brooke wrote here about the origins of the PBO. - The PBO's most recent Fiscal Sustainability Report (showing tens of billions of dollars in annual federal fiscal capacity) is here. And PressProgress reports on the analysis showing that we could raise $70 billion over a decade with the NDP's modest wealth... more »
There is no climate emergency — 500 experts
Press briefing AS THE LATEST UN climate summit begins in New York, a new, high-level global network of 500 prominent … Continue Reading →
Camouflaged Vaping Devices Are Hoodwinking Parents And Schools
In yet another twist for worried parents: Meet the vaping hoodie. This high school fashion mainstay — defined by a hood with drawstrings — is now available as a vaping device, ready to deliver a puff of nicotine (or marijuana) anywhere, anytime. Including in the classroom. It marks an addition to the fleet of discreet […] The post Camouflaged Vaping Devices Are Hoodwinking Parents And Schools appeared first on Health Nut News.
Musical Interlude: 2002, "Another Answer Came"
2002, "Another Answer Came"
Musical Interlude: 2002, “The Sea at Night”
2002, “The Sea at Night”
"A Look to the Heavens"
“The southern part of Orion, the famous constellation and mythical hunter, appears quite picturesque posing here over a famous volcano. Located in the Canary Islands off the northwest coast of Africa, the snow-peaked Teide is one of the largest volcanoes on Earth. *Click image for larger size.* In this composite of exposures taken from the same location one night, the three iconic belt stars of Orion are seen just above the peak, while the famous Orion Nebula and the rest of Orion's sword are visible beyond the volcano's left slope. Also visible in the long duration sky image are the ... more »
"Three Things..."
“To me, there are three things we all should do every day. We should do this every day of our lives. Number one is laugh. You should laugh every day. Number two is think. You should spend some time in thought. And number three is, you should have your emotions moved to tears, could be happiness or joy. But think about it. If you laugh, you think, and you cry, that’s a full day. That’s a heck of a day. You do that seven days a week, you’re going to have something special. I just got one last thing... I urge all of you, all of you, to enjoy your life, the precious moments you have.” -... more »
The Poet: Rainer Maria Rilke, "Ninth Duino Elegy"
*"Ninth Duino Elegy"* "Praise the world to the angel: leave the unsayable aside. Your exalted feelings do not move him. In the universe, where he feels feelings, you are a beginner. Therefore show him what is ordinary, what has been shaped from generation to generation, shaped by hand and eye. Tell him of things. He will stand still in astonishment, the way you stood by the ropemaker in Rome or beside the potter on the Nile. Show him how happy a thing can be, how innocent and ours, how even a lament takes pure form, serves as a thing, dies as a thing, while the violin, blessing it, fades... more »
"It'll Do..."
*Deputy Wendell:* “It's a mess, ain't it, Sheriff?” *Sheriff Bell:* “If it ain't, it'll do till the mess gets here.” - “No Country For Old Men”
Treasury Secretary Mnuchin Discusses The Status of U.S-China Trade Negotiations…
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin talks to FOX Business’ Lou Dobbs about the current status of U.S-China trade negotiations. Mnuchin and U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer have been working together on the overall China issues. Mnuchin delivers a deliberate explanation … Continue reading →
"We Used To Think..."
“We used to think that secrecy was perhaps the greatest enemy of democracy, and as long as there was no suppression or censorship, people could be trusted to make the informed decisions that would preserve our free society, but we have learned in recent years that the techniques of misinformation and misdirection have become so refined that, even in an open society, a cleverly directed flood of misinformation can overwhelm the truth, even though the truth is out there, uncensored, quietly available to anyone who can find it.” - Daniel C. Dennett
Russia Built Its Very Own F-15: Meet the Su-27 Fighter
*Robert Farley* *Technology, Europe* [image: https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/04/Sukhoi_Su-27SKM_at_MAKS-2005_airshow.jpg] Moscow's Su-27 still matters today. *Key point:* The Su-27 was the best Soviet fighter and is still a backbone for Russia's Air Force. To the West, most of the legendary Soviet aircraft of the Cold War came from the design bureau Mikoyan Gurevitch, which spawned such aircraft as the MiG-15 “Fagot,” MiG-21 “Fishbed,” MiG-25 “Foxbat” and MiG-29 “Fulcrum.” The single best Soviet fighter of the Cold War, however, was Sukhoi’s Su-27 “Flanker.” In... more »
Zantac and Generic Brands Pulled from the Market Due to Cancer Concerns
The maker of a generic version of a popular heartburn medication is stopping worldwide distribution over concerns the drug could be contaminated with a cancer-causing substance. Novartis AG’s Sandoz unit said Wednesday it would stop distribution of generic versions of the stomach drug Zantac after regulators in the U.S. and Europe began investigating the potential contamination, according to Bloomberg. Some versions of Zantac, also known by the generic name ranitidine, have been recalled in Europe and Canada. Regulators first said last week they were looking into the potential cont... more »
What did Halifax’s new police chief Dan Kinsella learn in Hamilton?
Since his arrival in Halifax and swearing in this summer, Halifax police chief Dan Kinsella has been making the rounds, meeting with police and community members. As the legislature returns for the fall session, questions will resume about street checks, and how the government and police intend to address the issues raised by the Wortley […]
Homocysteine
I wrote about homocysteine in February at this blog. Today I noticed this after seeing Dr. Bret Scher on a Prager U video. https://lowcarbcardiologist.com/meat-and-homocysteine-irrelevant-or-dangerous/ This video is on how the government made us fat is good. https://www.prageru.com/video/how-the-government-made-you-fat/
"It Just Shouldn’t Matter"
*"It Just Shouldn’t Matter"* by David Stockman Otter: "I think that this situation absolutely requires a really futile and stupid gesture be done on somebody’s part." Bluto: "And we’re just the guys to do it." D-Day: "Let’s do it." Bluto: "LET’S DO IT!!"– “Animal House” (1978) "Main Street would be better served if the Federal Reserve simply did headstands rather than pursue its Humphrey-Hawkins statutory mandates with its interest-rate and balance-sheet tools. In fact, Fed headstands would be far preferable than monetary central planners fiddling with the federal funds rate and/or... more »
So you don’t believe in using PPP data?
Is the Chinese economy larger than the US economy? In nominal terms (measured at current exchange rates), the Chinese economy is only about two-thirds the size of the US economy. In purchasing power parity terms (adjusting for differences in prices), the Chinese economy is actually larger than the US economy. That’s because China has much […] The post So you don’t believe in using PPP data? appeared first on Econlib.
UNGA Bilat #5 – President Trump Meets With President Moon of South Korea – Video and Transcript…
Earlier today President Trump met with South Korean President Moon Jae-in (the Asian Obama) to discuss issues of mutual interests. The relationship between Trump and Moon is one of the more interesting geopolitical dynamics. President Moon is consistently flummoxed by … Continue reading →
In Memoriam : de Blasio Campaign
In one last slam against a disastrous presidential campaign, the New York Post issued a scathing obituary for New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio’s ill-fated run for the White House. The cover of the New York Posts’ Saturday paper shows an obituary for “Bill de Blasio’s presidential campaign,” looking like it was clipped straight out of a newspaper. The cause of death was given as “ego-induced psychosis.” After hearing of the demise, President Donald J. Trump offered his condolences…..To NYC….. Americans are emitting a huge collective sigh. We no longer must face the imminent possibi... more »
Shortage Of In-Patient Psychiatric Beds Puts Kids At Risk. How Cell Phone Radiation and WiFi Exposure Could Be Increasing Mental Health Issues.
By B.N. Frank In June NBC News reported how an increasing number of American families have children struggling with behavior, emotional, and mental health issues.... more »
Is The Iranian Military A Joke?
Reuters *National Interest*: *Iran's Military Is a Total Joke* Here is something you may have missed amidst the incessant chatter about a possible military confrontation in the Persian Gulf: Iran is far less powerful and scary than the innuendo in Washington, D.C. would have you believe. Here is something you may have missed amidst the incessant chatter about a possible military confrontation in the Persian Gulf: Iran is far less powerful and scary than the innuendo in Washington, D.C. would have you believe. This will likely come as a surprise to many Americans, many of whom are... more »
secret extradition to China of Uighur activists seeking political asylum in Russia and Central Asia
3-29-2001 * In* 1996 Russia and the three Central Asian states of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan signed a cooperation treaty with China known as the "Shanghai Five" agreement. They were joined earlier this year by Uzbekistan. Human rights groups claim that by signing this treaty the signatories secretly committed themselves to extradite to China Uighur activists seeking political asylum in Russia and Central Asia. In a statement released on Monday (26 March) the Vienna-based Kyrgyz Committee for Human Rights in Exile says another, bilateral cooperation treaty was signe... more »
Drama Queen Greta Threatens the Nations of the World.
She'd be a star in the daytime Soap Operas..... This speech by far-left activist Greta Thunberg is absolute madness pic.twitter.com/RFyIPZlajQ — Ryan Saavedra (@RealSaavedra) September 23, 2019 "My message is that we’ll be watching you....""The eyes of all future generations are upon you and if you choose to fail us I say we will never forgive you. We will not let you get away with this. Right here, right now, is where we draw the line the world is waking up and change is coming whether you like it or not."
Shocker: Comparing Deaths From Medical Treatment, Vitamins and all US Wars
*Jon Rappoport* - Extraordinary numbers of people are dying, and are severely maimed.
How to Protect Yourself From This New Form of Ransom
By Joe Jarvis It was just another boring workday at the municipal offices. Maybe this employee hadn’t even had his second cup of coffee. Still... more »
Mohawk Nation News 'Weather Wars'
WEATHER WARS Posted on September 23, 2019 MNN. SEPT. 23, 2019. Climate change is happening because the multinational corporations are deliberately destroying the world by poisoning the waters, trees and the people. The UN and global Agenda 21 and Agenda 2030 are drafted to eventually establish the taxing of every breath we take, disguised as a carbon tax. Read article at Mohawk
Support O'odham VOICE against the WALL
Sep 23 at 3:16 PM Help Support the O'odham VOICE against the WALL O'odham VOICE Against The WALL has actively been working on O'odham Rights and Human Rights since 2003. We are a small group representing Elders and ceremony people. September 2019: A New Critical Threat Has Occurred Impacting Sacred Places on O'odham Land in the US and Mexico. We are in
Government Moves To Block Alleged Drone Whistleblower’s Defense In Espionage Act Case
The Espionage Act prosecution of alleged drone whistleblower Daniel Hale raises the specter of additional people being targeted by the law. The post Government Moves To Block Alleged Drone Whistleblower’s Defense In Espionage Act Case appeared first on Shadowproof.
Man Accused of Making Racist Threats Ordered to Stay Jailed
A white man charged with cyberstalking and making racist threats against a black activist in Virginia was ordered to remain in custody, in a case that could test the boundaries of when online trolling becomes a criminal threat.
Did Donald Trump Admit Criminal Wrongdoing, Argue ‘My Crimes Can’t Be Investigated While I’m President’?
A misleading summary of a legal argument made by the president's lawyers was converted into a direct quotation.
AP Source: Kansas Basketball, Football Receive Notice of Allegations from NCAA
A person familiar with the situation says the University of Kansas received a notice of allegations from the NCAA that alleges significant violations within its storied men's basketball program.
Does This Photo Capture a Skull-Like Face in the Clouds?
If you think this is scary, you ought to check out some of Iron Maiden's album covers.
After Amazon Packages Found in Cemetery, Police Deliver Them
Officers in a Massachusetts police department briefly turned into Amazon drivers after a stash of undelivered packages was found in a cemetery.
The South Was Once Solidly Blue-- And Significant Chunks Of It Are Headed In That Direction Again... And Fast
There are 10 congressional seats or parts of congressional seats in the Dallas-Ft Worth Metro, 5 in the San Antonio Metro, 6 in the Austin Metro and 9 in the Houston Metro, although some of these districts are shared between Metro areas. The Atlanta Metro has 6 congressional districts. Phoenix has 7 districts. And Orlando has 6. These are pretty much the fastest-growing metros in the country. Migration is changing the real PVIs of these Sun Belt districts-- and their partisan political orientations-- far more quickly than the glacial Cook Report can keep up with the changes. We'll... more »
Climate Science: “Survey Says”
97% of the “science” of AGW is rhetoric. Most climate-related scientists generally agree about the 3%. I’m fairly certain that Pat Michaels, David Legates and Wille Soon would agree that CO2 is a greenhouse gas and that, all other factors held equal, adding more of it to the atmosphere will raise the bulk temperature to […]
Biden Their Time
From Jennifer Rubin at the Washington Post: It’s long past time that media outlets stop hyping the story line that former vice president Joe Biden did something untoward regarding Ukraine. Last week New York Times reporter Ken Vogel called Ukraine a “significant … Continue reading →
Christmas Is Coming: Top 10 Gifts for the Gun Owner in Your Life
*Gun News Daily* *Culture, Americas* Get them a gift they will appreciate. Here is our list. *Key point: *There are a wide range of products at different prices that you can get to put under the Christmas tree. Guns are like potato chips; you can’t have just one. Any gun owner usually has an arsenal stashed in their homes, or, hopefully, where it’s safest to keep them. When looking for the best gifts to give the gun lovers in your life though, it can be hard to know exactly where to start. So here we have collected a list of items related to guns and their accessories. But ther... more »
Attacks on Saudi Oil – Why Didn’t Prices Go Crazy?
*Scott L. Montgomery* *economy, Middle East* [image: Reuters] The attack on the Abqaiq oil facilities in Saudi Arabia has sparked geopolitical tensions but has had only a minor impact on oil prices. *You May Also Like: 5 Best Submarines of All Time, 5 Best Aircraft Carriers of All Time, 5 Best Battleships of All Time and Worst Submarine of All Time. * Energy experts and scholars like me have long wondered what the impact would be from a major attack on Saudi Arabia’s oil facilities. For decades, the Saudis were the world’s top exporter and swing producer, able to change output ... more »
This Russian Submarine Had One Job: Sink American Aircraft Carriers
*Sebastien Roblin* *History, Europe* [image: Mil.ru [CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)]] This is how they would do it. *Key point:* U.S. carriers were a big threat, so Moscow devised specialized submarines to take them head-on. Russia’s enormous Oscar-class nuclear attack submarines, known as the Project 949A, were designed during the Cold War with a specific mission in mind: to go hunting for American aircraft carriers, the pride of American naval power. Because each U.S. flattop is protected by its own little fleet of escorting warships—many of them spec... more »
First Lady Melania Trump Opens New York Stock Exchange…
Earlier this morning First Lady Melania Trump opened the New York Stock Exchange with a group of 4th grade students to celebrate the “Be Best” campaign. Thank you @Stacey_Cunning & @NYSE for welcoming me & celebrating Be Best w/ such … Continue reading →
UNGA Bilat #4 – President Trump Meets With President al-Sisi of Egypt – Video and Transcript…
President Trump meets with President Abdel Fattah Al Sisi of Egypt at the United Nations General Assembly. The two leaders discussed the conflict in Libya and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the development of a unified and democratic Libyan government … Continue reading →
Boeing offers 737 MAX crash victims' families $213,000 each
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Boeing will pay the families of 346 people killed in two 737 MAX crashes $213,000 each, but lawyers representing relatives suing the plane maker say they will be seeking more than $1 billion.
Commentaries, Analysis, And Editorials -- September 23, 2019
*James Holmes, National Interest*:* America’s Gray-Zone Offensive Against Iran Could Turn Into War* Getting into a fight may not be wise, but some sort of military clash between the United States and Iran appears increasingly likely. If fight we must, let’s at least stride—not stumble—onto the battleground. Getting into a fight may not be wise, but some sort of military clash between the United States and Iran appears increasingly likely. The latest milestone on the route to war: a combined drone and missile strike on Saudi Arabia’s Abqaiq oil facility and Khurais oilfield. Irani... more »
Why Is the Celery Juice Trend Exploding?
Written by Joseph Mercola, D.O., Ph.D. Story at-a-glance – Celery juice became quite trendy at the beginning of 2019, but the vegetable has long been a healthy addition to meals and juicing regimens. Make sure your celery is organic as it ranks 11th out of 47 fruits and vegetables for having the most pesticide residue […] The post Why Is the Celery Juice Trend Exploding? appeared first on Health Nut News.
Drought declared on same day as mine is mothballed, yet locals refuse to buckle
The Queensland town of Monto that was drought declared and had the local mine close on the same day is determined to see the community survive.
Morrison takes a swipe at China, urging the Asian superpower to do more
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China is no longer a developing country, and should face tougher trade obligations to reflect its massive economy, Prime Minister Scott Morrison tells a business meeting in Chicago.
'How dare you': This is Greta Thunberg's passionate cry for climate action
Teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg delivers a fierce and passionate speech at the United Nations headquarters, accusing world leaders of failing to act on climate change.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle begin first official tour as a family
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Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, begin their 10-day multi-country tour as a family with their infant son, Archie, in Cape Town, South Africa.
'Everyone is scared': Search for escaped prisoner enters second day
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Residents in the Hobart suburb of Risdon Vale say they are double checking their doors are locked as the search for a prison escapee enters its second day.
Woman's body found at historic home owned by senior public servants
Police are investigating the stabbing of a restaurant worker whose body was found yesterday evening inside an Adelaide home owned by two senior public servants.
ASX trades flat, European stocks fall as German manufacturing recession deepens
Australian shares are trading sideways after worse-than-expected economic figures added to investor worries over the unresolved US-China trade war's effects on the world economy.
'It's hardcore deceit': NSW man sues public trustee over its handling of will
A New South Wales man claims he has been "deceived" by the state's public trustee after his elderly mother's will was allegedly changed without his knowledge.
'I'm so jealous': Brownlow winner Nat Fyfe hungry for team success
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Nat Fyfe says he would "hate" to reach the end of his career without winning a premiership after paying credit to sacked former coach Ross Lyon.
Hunting contributes $2.4 billion to national economy, report finds
Hunters and shooters contributed $2.4 billion to the economy last year and have higher levels of wellbeing, according to a report commissioned by the Department of Health.
Game of Thrones deserved its Best Drama Emmy. Here's why
It might have missed out in almost every other category, but Game of Thrones is still deserving of its Best Drama Emmy.
Farmers shocked to see cow give birth to four calves
A cow has amazed a pair of cattle farmers and fascinated a veterinarian after giving birth to rare quadruplets.
It was raining fire and some residents didn't have an emergency plan — but they do now
People living close to the beach admit to being a "little bit blasé" about the threat of bushfires, but a forced evacuation during the recent Sunshine Coast emergency has changed their mindset.
Live: NSW Now: Western Sydney's wait for new flight paths; Dubbo tightens water rules
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*MORNING BRIEFING:* Western Sydney residents concerned about the new 24/7 airport will have years to wait before they know proposed flight paths, while the enduring drought pushes Dubbo to cut water use even more.
The best day ever, every day: Six months on the road with my kids
When Robin Esrock travelled across Australia for six months with his young children, he learned to find good in every moment — even the absolutely disastrous ones.
Do Australia's rural nurse practitioners get enough credit?
In many small rural towns nurse practitioners are sole practice managers, writing prescriptions, billing through Medicare, and referring to specialists. Are they supported enough?
'Nature is striking back with fury': Pacific leaders give stark warning of 'living nightmare' at UN climate summit
Pacific Island leaders urge the world not to accept the "living nightmare" of climate change their countries are already facing, as the United Nations seeks to tackle stalling climate action.
School feral pig hunt feeds 1,000 baby crocodiles, raises funds for P&C
Hundreds of feral pig carcasses are brought to a racetrack in central Queensland as part of a competition where almost everyone is a winner — especially the local crocodile farm.
Having a hard time? Email Abbie and she'll write you a letter to brighten your day
In the past year, Abbie Williams has written hundreds of personalised messages to people around the world struggling with their mental health.
Modern slavery and people smuggling form backdrop to South-East Asia-set Australian film
In Australian filmmaker Rodd Rathjen's harrowing thriller Buoyancy, a 14-year-old Cambodian boy is kidnapped and forced into labour on a Thai fishing trawler.
$200m for an extra 8 metres: Debate rages over design for new Bridgewater Bridge
With just 34 return boat journeys made over a year, politicians are debating whether $200 million should be spent to build a taller bridge in Tasmania's south.
'Why is there blood on me?': Teenagers stuck in chroming cycle share their stories
Two teenagers who have recently sought help to stop chroming are speaking out about their addictions, which have led to the loss of friends and family members, in the hope of deterring others from heading down the same path.
Popular beach slips into the ocean again as expert recommends artificial reef to fix problem
Building an artificial reef could be the key to stabilising a popular beach at Queensland's Inskip Point that suffers from repeated landslips, a geotechnical expert says.
Thousands of Anti-5G Swiss Protest At Their Capital
By B.N. Frank Swiss opposition to 5G has been ongoing. In 2017, Swiss doctor Bertrand Buchs launched a petition asking for a moratorium on 5G... more »
Proposed overhaul of Australia’s medical cannabis framework ‘far too slow,’ industry officials say
Industry executives welcomed recommendations to improve the framework governing Australia’s medical cannabis scheme as a potential breakthrough, but some said the expected implementation of the proposals is “far too slow” for a sector in need of regulatory improvement today. The recommendations – made in a government-commissioned report authored by John McMillan, law professor at Australian National University […] Proposed overhaul of Australia’s medical cannabis framework ‘far too slow,’ industry officials say is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusi... more »
Marijuana compliance firm Akerna reports increased revenue, higher losses
Denver-based Akerna, a cannabis technology compliance provider, on Monday reported revenue of approximately $11 million for its fiscal year. The revenue figure for its fiscal year ended June 30 was 4.2% higher during the same period in 2018. Net loss for fiscal 2019 totaled $12.3 million compared with a net loss in fiscal 2018 of […] Marijuana compliance firm Akerna reports increased revenue, higher losses is a post from: Marijuana Business Daily: Financial, Legal & Cannabusiness news for cannabis entrepreneurs
Swiss Citizens Take to the Streets to Protest 5G Implementation as New Illnesses Start at Same Time
If you want to get an idea of what will happen in the U.S. when the telecom companies start rolling out 5G networks with new towers in your local neighborhood, take a look at what is happening in Switzerland today, where 90% of the population is now exposed to the new 5G networks. People are getting sick, and they are marching in the streets to show their opposition to the new networks.
US Soldier Arrested on Charge of Sharing Bomb Instructions
Federal authorities said they arrested an Army soldier who they accused of discussing with an FBI informant a possible bomb attack within the United States as well as the targeting of left-leaning activists and a media organization.
Prosecutor Says Trump Wants ‘Sweeping Immunity’ in Tax Fight
Manhattan's district attorney urged a judge to reject President Donald Trump's effort to block prosecutors from obtaining his tax returns.
Campus Mental Health Care Demand On the Rise
Stress-related anxiety and depression rank as the most common mental health concerns of today’s college students, according to the latest annual reports by the Center for Collegiate Mental Health (CCMH) at Pennsylvania State University. Higher ed institutions are stepping up to respond to increasing demand for mental health care services.
World News Briefs -- September 23, 2019 (Evening Edition)
*Al Jazeera:* *Germany, UK, France blame Iran for Saudi oil attacks* Yemen's Houthis claimed responsibility for drone attacks that targeted facilities in Abqaiq and Khurais. Iran was responsible for the attacks on two Saudi oil facilities earlier this month, leaders from the United Kingdom, France and Germany have said in a joint statement at the United Nations. The drone attacks, carried out on September 14, targeted facilities in Abqaiq - home to the company's largest oil-processing plant - and Khurais. *Read more* .... *MIDDLE EAST* Johnson blames* Iran for Saudi Arabia oil a... more »
U.S. company recalls caviar from Iceland because of botulism risk
Roland Foods LLC is recalling lumpfish caviar from Iceland because testing showed improper processing, which could mean it is contaminated with the bacteria that causes botulism poisoning. The New York City company distributed the caviar nationwide to retailers and foodservice distributors, according to a recall notice posted on the Food and Drug Administration website. The... Continue Reading
Tony Heller: "My Gift for Climate Alarmists" aka the Anti Life (carbon) Cult
* Was listening to an extensive interview with Tony Heller today, with thanks to Grimerica.* *If your interested in an extensive interview check out Grimerica- Two Canadian fella's hailing from Alberta way... Grimerica is always linked in the sidebar here at the blog, but, the specific link to their interview with Tony Heller is right here- * * Skip past their banter maybe around 20 minutes or so before they start to interview Tony Heller. Or listen to them talk if you want! * * Interestingly, Graham and Darren are stating they find the past few years have brought colder temperatures... more »
UNGA Bilat #3 – President Trump Meets With Prime Minister Lee of Singapore – Video and Transcript…
President Trump meets with Prime Minister Lee Hsien-Loong of the Republic of Singapore at the United Nations General Assembly. The two leaders celebrated the longstanding and expanding U.S.-Singapore bilateral security partnership, and formally renewed 1990 Memorandum of Understanding between the … Continue reading →
UNGA Bilat #2 – President Trump Meets With President Duda of Poland – Video and Transcript…
For the second bilateral meeting President Trump meets with President Andrzej Duda of Poland at the 2019 United Nations General Assembly. The two leaders discussed partnerships on defense, security, and energy. Specifically, President Trump highlighted the great progress on the … Continue reading →
UNGA Bilat #1 – President Trump Meets with Prime Minister Khan of Pakistan – Video and Transcript..
The first bilateral discussion meeting at the 2019 United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) takes place between President Trump and Prime Minister Khan of Pakistan. As customary during each of the bilats the leaders take questions from the media. [Video and … Continue reading →
President Trump and Vice President Pence Deliver Remarks During U.N. Meeting on Religious Freedom – (Video and Transcript)…
President Donald Trump and Vice-President Mike Pence convened a meeting at the U.N. General Assembly of international leaders to discuss religious persecution and religious freedom. It is the first such discussion initiated by a U.S. President. [Video and Transcript Below] … Continue reading →
Millions Would Die in a Second Korean War
*Kyle Mizokami* *Security, Asia* [image: https://pictures.reuters.com/archive/NORTHKOREA-MISSILES--RC1177C9BDC0.html] A terrible conflict that must be avoided. *Key point:* Kim could choose to use his nuclear weapons rather than lose them. The United States has substantial air, land, and sea forces stationed in South Korea, as well as several units based in Japan and the western Pacific earmarked for a Korean contingency. Together, these forces far exceed the firepower of North Korea’s armed forces and represent a powerful deterrent not just against Pyongyang but any potential ... more »
The Long Game for Iranian Democracy
*Ilan Berman* *Security, Middle East* [image: Reuters] After forty years of draconian religious rule, meaningful change may be possible in Iran. In early September, a twenty-nine-year-old Iranian soccer fan named Sahar Khodayari set herself on fire in front of a courthouse in Tehran in a dramatic display of defiance against regime authorities. Khodayari had been arrested this spring for defying an official ban on female attendance at public sporting events—a violation that left her facing six months behind bars. Khodayari subsequently succumbed to her injuries, but her public act... more »
How South Korea Could Soon Have F-35B-Armed Aircraft Carriers
*Zachary Keck* *Security, Asia* [image: https://i.pinimg.com/originals/fe/de/68/fede68e85cedd320739428a37432cf4a.jpg] Good for Seoul, bad for Pyongyang. *Key point:* Seoul has two helicopter carriers that would be perfect for the F-35B jump jet. South Korea has launched its second amphibious assault ship. On May 14, South Korean officials launched the second Dokdo-class helicopter carrier. The ceremony took place in Busan at the shipyard of Hanjin Heavy Industries and Construction, the company that built the vessel. Among those in attendance were Defense Minister Song Young-moo... more »
Syrian choppers swarm jihadist stronghold in northeast Latakia
BEIRUT, LEBANON (9:30 P.M.) – The Syrian Arab Air Force (SyAAF) has resumed their strikes on the northeastern countryside of the Latakia Governorate after taking a brief hiatus over the last few days. Led by their attack choppers, the Syrian Air Force swarmed the jihadist-held town of Kabani this evening, inflicting heavy damage on the […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Russian military eases tensions along Syrian-Israeli border
Russian military police units deployed to the ceasefire line on the Golan Heights have secured stability and peace in Syria’s Quneitra province, Chief of the Russian Armed Forces’ Military Police in Syria Colonel Alexander Bezklubov told reporters. According to him, since the Russian military drove militants out of the area a year ago, local residents […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Militant sleeper cell attempts to assassinate Syrian officer in east Daraa
BEIRUT, LEBANON (8:10 P.M.) – A militant sleeper cell attempted to carry out the assassination of a Syrian Arab Army (SAA) officer in the eastern countryside of the Daraa Governorate this week, a source from the army told Al-Masdar. According to the source, the militant sleeper cell attempted to carry out the assassination using a […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Two Turkish fighter jets enter Syrian airspace
BEIRUT, LEBANON (6:00 P.M.) – Two Turkish F-16 fighter jets entered Syrian airspace on Monday, the Turkish Ministry of Defense said in a statement. According to the Turkish Ministry of Defense, their F-16 jets entered Syrian airspace for two hours on Monday before they finally returned to Turkey. “Two F-16s belonging to the Air Force […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Russia accuses US of transferring Daesh to northern Afghanistan
US special services are involved in transferring Daesh* militants to northern regions of Afghanistan with the aim of destabilising the situation on the borders with the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), Sergey Beseda, the head of the Russian Federal Security Service’s international relations department, said on Monday. “We have received information about the US special […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Israel says Syrian military shot down Iranian drone
BEIRUT, LEBANON (5:20 P.M.) – The Head of the Arab Media Division of the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), Avichay Adraee, said this past weekend that the Syrian military shot down an Iranian drone in the Al-Quneitra Governorate, refuting a previous claim from Damascus about downing an Israeli unmanned vehicle. “Today we see proof that [the […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
Russia’s Kalibr cruise missile finetuned after Syria campaign
Russia’s Kalibr cruise missile was finetuned after it had been used during the campaign in Syria, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu said in his interview with Moskovsky Komsomolets published on Sunday. The minister noted that an instruction to finetune the Kalibr missile had been given by Russian President Vladimir Putin. Shoigu explained that earlier it “took so […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source
ISIS allegedly ambushed Syrian, Russian forces in east Homs
DAMASCUS, SYRIA (4:55 P.M.) -The Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS, ISIL, IS) claimed it has killed and injured scores of Syrian and Russian troops in an ambush east of Homs province. The group released a statement on its official media wing, Aamaq Agency, claiming that ISIS militants had set up an ambush for […] Source: AMN - Al-Masdar News | المصدر نيوز - The Arab Source