Tom Friedman created minor shockwaves when he wrote the Biden administration is "reassessing" the U.S.-Israeli relationship, but actual U.S. policy remains committed to Israel and the "shared fiction" that the occupation is temporary .

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Pushed by the weapon industry the U.S. Defense Department is dragging its feet over the delivery of F-16 airplanes to Ukraine: Pentagon: Ukraine battlefield situation currently 'not ideal' for F-16 deployment The battlefield conditions in Ukraine are currently "not ideal"...

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban at the NATO summit in Lithuania Beata Zawrzel / NurPhoto via Getty Images

RT | July 14, 2023

The US wants the conflict in Ukraine to continue and has failed to explain its reasons to NATO allies, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has said.

Orban told national broadcaster Kossuth Radio that if Washington wished, it could stop the fighting at a moments notice, as Kiev is fully dependent on the West in the fight against Russia.

The Hungarian leader was speaking on Friday morning, after returning from the NATO summit in the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius. During the event, the US-led military bloc declined to extend to Kiev a roadmap for membership. Hungary has stood out among members of the alliance by consistently criticizing Western policies on the Ukraine crisis.

If the Americans wanted it, peace would come the next morning. Why Americans dont want that is a question that puzzles the entire world, Orban said. We didnt get an answer at the NATO summit.

At this point, Ukraine has lost any real sovereignty, Orban claimed, citing Kievs devastated economy, and heavy depende...

Since 2014 the United Nations delivered humanitarian supplies to the al-Qaeda infested north-western 'rebel' region in Syria (marked green on the map below). A UN Security Council decision provided the necessary backing. Coming from Turkey the UN convoys passed mostly...

Sputnik 14.07.2023

VORONEZH, Russia A drone crashed in the Russian town of Kurchatov a few kilometers from the Kursk NPP, no one was injured and no critical facilities were damaged, Kursk Region Governor Roman Starovoit said Friday.

At night, a UAV crashed in the town of Kurchatov. Fortunately, none of the residents were hurt. Critical objects were not damaged as a result of the drones crash and its subsequent detonation, Starovoit wrote in his social media account.

According to available information, an aircraft-type drone that exploded near a residential building in the city Kurchatov fell a few kilometers from the Kursk NPP. The head of Rosatom Russian atomic agency assured that all measures to ensure the safety of Russian nuclear power plants had been taken, and the situation is under control.

Earlier, in April, a drone attack on the Kursk NPP was repelled by air defense forces.

Another three drones were intercepted by air defenses in the Voronezh Region on Thursday, governor Alexander Gusev said.

Yesterday, air defense systems detected and destroyed three UAVs several kilometers off Voronezh. There are no victims, injured or destruction. I keep the situation under personal control, Gusev wrote on Telegram on Friday.

Kremlin Slams Ukrainian Drone Attack

Ukraine does not stop attempts to strike, but Russian air defense systems are working effectively, appropriate measures are being taken, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented on the situation.

Well, it is obvious that the enemy does not give up attempts to strike. But all our air defense systems are working, working efficiently, demonstrating their effectiveness over and over again, and appropriate measures are being taken, Peskov told reporters.

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Photo Travis Golby CBCJohn Sitarek said on Twitter, "Members of Camp Morgan that set up a blockade at Brady landfill cleaned off the debris dumped on the mural. Diane Bousque one of about a dozen people who helped paint it recently said "No matter what you throw on us we're always going to create something beautiful." Hate Crime at the Brady Landfill BarricadeBy Brenda Norrell, Censored News,

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The Vilnius Summit, convened by the NATO Heads of State and Government on July 11-12, 2023, concluded with the release of an extensive communiqu. This document distinguishes itself from a typical summit declaration, serving instead as a strategic roadmap that outlines NATOs future direction in an ever-evolving world order.

The communiqu, detailed in its exposition of pivotal policy directions and strategic initiatives, encapsulates the collective vision of NATO members. Owing to its depth and breadth, this essay will focus on the salient points that underscore a significant shift in NATOs role and strategic posture.

The document signals the advent of a New Cold War, indicative of a shift in global power dynamics with NATO positioning itself against strategic competitors, notably Russia and China. Additionally, it broadens the traditional concept of security to incorporate the global commons, including oceans, space, technology, and cyberspace.

Released on July 11, 2023, the Vilnius Summit Communiqu heralds a new epoch in international politics. This era, while echoing past rivalries, is shaped by contemporary realities. The subsequent analysis dissects the communiqus main points and their implications for this emerging New Cold War.

NATOs Evolution and the Advent of a New Cold War

NATO, established on shared values of individual liberty, human rights, democracy, and the rule of law, was originally formed as a defensive alliance against the Soviet Union. Over time, NATO has had to redefine its role in a rapidly evolving world order, particularly in the post-Cold War era. This period brought into question NATOs identity and purpose in a world that seemed to have moved beyond the bipolar power dynamics of the Cold War.

The Vilnius Summit Communiqu describes NATO as the unique, essential and indispensable transatlantic forum to consult, coordinate and act on all matters related to our individual and collective security. This powerful reaffirmation underscores NATOs central role in preserving peace and stability across the Atlantic. Furthermore, it emphasizes NATOs commitment to defend each other and every inch of Allied territory at all times, thereby ensuring the protection of its one billion citizens and safeguarding freedom and democracy.

The communiqu, however, reveals a significant shift in NATOs strategic outlook. The Alliance is no longer merely a defensive entity but positions itself as a proactive force ready to confront emerging challenges in an increasingly multipolar world. The communiqu underscores a transition towards a broader definition of security that includes the global commons of oceans, space, technology, and cyberspace.

The document recognizes that the geopolitical landscape has evolved, ack...

Syrians condemn UN aid deliveries in 'coordination' with Assad government

On July 10th, 2023, Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced that his country would support Swedens accession bid to NATO on the condition that EU accession talks are unfrozen. Within 24 hours however, Erdogan apparently signed off on a new deal that would drop Turkeys veto over Sweden and allow them into the alliance in exchange for, among other things, F-16 jets from the United States.

While the likelihood of unfreezing accession talks any time soon is low, Erdogans desire to unfreeze accession negotiations should not fall on deaf ears, even if it may be insincere.

The main reason the EU froze Turkeys accession talks is Erdogans crackdown on civil society and Turkeys independent institutions. These are completely valid reasons for doing so. But since the imposition of the freeze, Turkeys authoritarian political system has not liberalized by much, if at all.

The reason that the EU has been such an effective promoter of democracy in the Balkans and Eastern Europe is its wealth and strong commitment to democratic government. As the EU expanded into these regions, it brought with it a powerful incentive to adopt liberal democratic values in exchange for robust economic integration. In 2004 for example, Turkey abolished the death penalty, ostensibly to pave the way for the opening of EU accession talks the following year. And in countries such as Moldova and Ukraine, pro-European governments have implemented various reforms to prepare themselves for future EU membership.

The rift between the EU and Turkey, however, is wide. As mentioned, the EU has been, rightly, concerned about the political situation in Turkey. Erdogan meanwhile has used the EU as something of a scapegoat, often claiming discrimination against Turks in Europe. Its a sentiment that plays well with the electorate. In 2013, as many as 60% of Turks had an unfavorable view of the EU, with just over 40% in support of Turkey joining the bloc.

If the current political climate persists, Turkey will never be a part of the EU. But that doesnt mean that talks should be frozen indefinitely. There is a real concern that any talks without political reform will show that the EU is soft on core issues such as democracy and human rights. One option is that the EU could insist that Turkey and the EU first complete chapter negotiations relating to the judiciary, justice, and institutions, to the satisfaction of the Commission. Only after satisfactory democratic safeguards are put in place could moving on to the remaining chapters...

By Lucas Leiroz | July 14, 2023

The Western mainstream media is enthusiastic about the possibility of Sweden joining NATO and consequently making the countrys Baltic coast a zone of control for the alliance. Analysts are saying that the Wests moves in Vilnius have made the Baltic Sea a NATO lake. The words are bold and somewhat inaccurate, as they do not seem to adequately echo the actual strategic situation in the region.

On July 13, Politico published an article about how Russia would be at a disadvantage in the Baltic after an eventual Swedish entry into the alliance. The article states that with the addition of Finnish and Swedish militaries the Baltic will become a region of absolute Western control, where Russia will have no room for maneuvers and will be heavily affected in case there is a conflict in the future.

[Sweden and Finland] make NATO much more geographically coherent. The Baltic Sea becomes a NATO lake, which is generally useful, also because of the Arctics increased importance, Ulrike Franke, a senior fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations, told Politicos journalists.

In the same vein, Kristine Berzina, managing director for the German Marshall Funds Geostrategy North, stated:

You need to have enough in place that, in case of a Crimea or a Ukrainian scenario, theres actual ability to defend territory () With Finland and Sweden in, and [the Swedish Baltic island of] Gotland so close to Kaliningrad, in case of highly unlikely yet possible aggression from Russia, Russia cannot use the sea to its strategic advantage as it could right now.

In fact, the words of journalists and analysts echo NATOs official position. On the same day that the Politico article was published, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stated at a press conference in Vilnius:

Sweden has a strong, professional, well-trained defense and is strategically located at the Baltic Sea The borders with Norway and Finland allow for better coordination of land troops. In addition, there is Swedens Navy in the Baltic Sea The entire territory of Sweden is of interest.

In fact, despite commenting on a real problem for Russia its disadvantaged situation in the Baltic Sea -, Western analyzes seem too outdated and banal. For example, this Russian disadvantage in the region did not start now, but between 1999 and 2004, when, breaking the promise of non-expansion, NATO granted access to Pola...

Geolocation is one of the main methods of open-source research. Bellingcat has published multiple guides to this process, which determines where an image or video was taken.

Given that geolocations can be time-consuming, researchers are always on the lookout for tools which can ease or automate parts of the process. Thats where new AI tools come in particularly chatbots, with their impressive ability to find and process information.

But that ability is far from perfect. AI tools learn by scouring the internet and pinpointing statistical patterns in vast quantities of data. Because of the surprising way they mix and match what theyve learned to generate entirely new text, they often create convincing language that is flat-out wrong, wrote Cade Metz for the New York Times in April. AI researchers call this tendency to make stuff up a hallucination, Metz continued.

Bellingcat has tested the geolocation capabilities of BING AI, which was accessed via the Skype client on the desktop app, and BARD, Googles new AI chatbot which was recently launched in Brazil and the EU. Both chatbots use different language models; BARD uses PaLM-2 while BING uses GPT the same as that used in the popular ChatGPT bot.

While many AIs can generate images, most cannot analyse them and are therefore useless for the purposes of direct geolocation. Unlike AIs such as ChatGPT, BING and BARD can work with uploaded images. 

We found that while BING mimics the strategies that open-source researchers use to geolocate images, it cannot successfully geolocate images on its own. BARDs results are not much more impressive, but it seemed more cautious in its reasoning and less prone to AI hallucinations. 

Both required extensive prompting from the user before they could arrive at any halfway satisfactory geolocation.

Each test was identical: BING and BARD were given a photo to work with as well as the city and date it was taken. The city was provided in acknowledgement of the fact that the general area (such as city, town or region) is often known before geolocation, whose goal is to narrow down to a precise spot.

It was then asked to produce precise coordinates of the image. In order to better assess the AI capabilities, we scrubbed all EXIF data from the images tested with the AI chatbots. EXIF data is often encoded in photos taken by digital cameras and can feature the location and time when an image was taken. This also makes for a more representative test: the absolute majority of images open-source researchers work with do not contain EXIF data, as many social media platforms often remove it by default when images are uploaded.

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Iranian press review: One person executed almost every 12 hours in 2023

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7 Jul 2023 Source: The Wall Street Journal By Al Mayadeen English The increasing economic growth opportunities between China and the Middle East pose a great threat to the US and its influence in the region in the coming decades. After Chinese leader Xi Jinping visited Saudi Arabia in December to meet Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin []

Just as Chucky Schumer signs on the get us the governments secret UFO information (eye roll) Via: U.S. Army 4th PSYOP Group:

10 Day Las Vegas Weather

Weather patterns in Richmond, VA are influenced by several factors that contribute to the unique climate experienced in this region. Understanding these factors can provide valuable insights into predicting the 10-day forecast for Richmond, VA.

Richmond is situated along the James River and falls within a humid subtropical climate zone. Its proximity to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Mountains plays a significant role in shaping its weather patterns.

The continental nature of Richmonds climate means that it experiences distinct seasons throughout the year. Summers tend to be hot and humid, while winters can be cool with occasional snowfall.

The presence of the nearby Appalachian Mountains affects Richmonds weather by influencing wind patterns and creating micro

Planning a trip to Las Vegas and curious about the weather? Look no further! In this article, Ill provide you with all the essential information you need to know about the 10-day weather forecast for Las Vegas. Whether youre visiting for business or pleasure, having an idea of what the weather will be like can help you make the most of your time in Sin City.

Las Vegas is known for its desert climate, characterised by hot summers and mild winters. When it comes to the 10-day forecast, expect plenty of sunshine and dry conditions throughout your stay. Temperatures during the day can range from the mid-70s to high 90s Fahrenheit (mid-20s to mid-30s Celsius), depending on the time of year. Evenings tend to cool down, so packing a light jacket or sweater is always a good idea.

 Average Temperature in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, known for its vibrant nightlife, legendary casinos, and entertainment shows, also experiences a unique climate that attracts visitors from around the world. As an expert on weather patterns, Ill provide you with valuable insights into the average temperature in Las Vegas.

The city of Las Vegas enjoys a desert climate characterised by long, hot summers and mild winters. With over 300 days of sunshine per year, its no wonder why this city is a popular destination for outdoor activities and events.

Precipitation in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is known for its desert climate, which means that precipitation is relatively low compared to other regions. However, its important to note that even in the desert, rainfall can occur sporadically throughout the year.

Heres a breakdown of the precipitation patterns you may encounter during a 10-day period in Las Vegas:

1. Average Rainfall: On average, Las Vegas receives only about 4 inches of rain per year. This translates to less than half an inch of rain spread over a 10-day period.

10 Day Weather Destin Fl

If youre planning a trip to Destin, FL and want to stay up-to-date on the weather conditions during your stay, youll be glad to know that Ive got all the information you need. In this article, Ill provide you with a detailed 10-day weather forecast for Destin, FL. Whether youre interested in sunny beach days or indoor activities, knowing what the weather has in store can help you make the most of your time in this beautiful coastal city.

So lets dive right into it! The 10-day weather forecast for Destin, FL shows a mix of sun and clouds throughout the week. Temperatures are expected to range from XF (XC) to YF (YC), offering pleasant conditions for outdoor exploration. However, its always a good idea to pack accordingly and bring along some light layers as temperatures can vary throughout the day.

In terms of precipitation, there is a slight chance of showers on a few days during the 10-day period. Its worth keeping an eye on the forecast as your travel dates approach to see if any rain is expected during your visit. But dont worry too much even if there are scattered showers, they typically pass quickly in this area and wont hinder your plans for long.

Overall, with its beautiful beaches and charming attractions, Destin, FL is a wonderful destination year-round. By checking out this 10-day weather forecast before your trip, youll be well-prepared for whatever Mother Nature has in store during your stay. So grab your sunscreen and get ready to enjoy everything this coastal paradise has to offer!

Humidity Levels in Destin, FL

When it comes to the weather in Destin, FL, one factor that often plays a significant role is humidity. As an expert, I can provide you with some insights into the humidity levels you can expect during your 10-day stay.

Destin experiences a moderate level of humidity throughout the year due to its coastal location. However, there are fluctuations depending on the season and weather patterns. Lets take a closer look at what you can anticipate:

1. Average Humidity: On average, Destin has a humidity level of around 70%. This means that the air contains a considerable amount of moisture, creating a slightly damp feeling.

2. Seasonal Variations: The humidity levels in Destin vary by season. During the summer months, from June to August, humidity tends to be higher due to warm temperatures and increased moisture from the Gulf of Mexico. Expect levels ranging between 75% and 80%, making it feel quite sticky outside.

10 Day National Weather Forecast Map

Are you curious about what the weather has in store for the next 10 days? Look no further than the 10-day national weather forecast map. This comprehensive tool provides an overview of the expected weather conditions across the country, allowing you to plan your activities and stay prepared.

With the 10-day national weather forecast map, you can easily track changes in temperature, precipitation, wind patterns, and more. Whether youre planning a road trip, organising outdoor events, or simply want to know if youll need an umbrella next week, this map is your go-to resource.

Stay ahead of unpredictable weather patterns by checking the 10-day national weather forecast map regularly. Its a valuable tool that helps you make informed decisions based on accurate and up-to-date information. Dont let unexpected storms or heat waves catch you off guard stay informed with this reliable forecasting tool.

So why wait? Take advantage of the 10-day national weather forecast map today and stay one step ahead of Mother Natures ever-changing moods.

Understanding the National Weather Forecast Map

The 10-day national weather forecast map is an invaluable tool for staying informed about upcoming weather conditions across the country. By providing a visual representation of expected weather patterns, it helps individuals and organisations plan their activities accordingly. Lets delve into what makes this map so useful.

When you first glance at the national weather forecast map, youll notice a variety of symbols and colours scattered across the different regions. These symbols represent different weather conditions such as sunny skies, clouds, rain, or snow. By familiarising yourself with these symbols, you can quickly understand what to expect in your area.

One important aspect of the national weather forecast map is temperature ranges. It displays high and low temperatures for each day over the next ten days using colour-coded gradients or contour lines. This allows you to anticipate whether youll need a light jacket or if i...

10 Day Weather Columbus Ohio

Planning a trip or just curious about the weather in Columbus, Ohio? Look no further! In this article, Ill provide you with all the essential information you need to know about the 10-day weather forecast for Columbus, Ohio.

When it comes to planning any outdoor activities or events, having an accurate and reliable weather forecast is crucial. Whether youre a local resident or a visitor to Columbus, staying informed about the upcoming weather conditions can help you make better decisions and ensure that your plans go smoothly.

So, if youre wondering what the next 10 days have in store for Columbus, Ohio, keep reading. Ill be sharing detailed insights into temperature highs and lows, precipitation chances, wind speeds, and other important weather factors that can impact your day-to-day plans. Stay tuned for our comprehensive breakdown of the 10-day weather forecast for Columbus!

As I bring you the latest update on the 10-day weather forecast for Columbus, Ohio, Im here to shed light on what you can expect in terms of weather conditions. Buckle up and get ready for a detailed breakdown of todays weather!

Weather Alerts and Warnings

Temperature: Starting off with the most crucial aspect, todays temperature in Columbus is expected to range from [insert temperature range]. This means that it will be [warm/cool/chilly] outside, so make sure to dress accordingly.

Precipitation: When it comes to rain or snowfall, there is a chance of [insert percentage]% precipitation today. Keep an eye out for any showers throughout the day. Dont forget your umbrella or raincoat if youre planning any outdoor activities!

Wind Speed: The wind speed in Columbus today will average around [insert wind speed] mph. It might not be too gusty, but still take note if youre heading outdoors as it could impact certain activities like biking or sailing.

Sunrise and Sunset Times: The sun will rise at approximately [insert time] am and set at around [insert time] pm today. Take advantage of the daylight hours and plan your schedule accord...

10 Day Forecast Richmond Va

If youre planning a trip to Richmond, VA and want to stay ahead of the weather conditions, its essential to check the 10-day forecast. By knowing what to expect in terms of temperature, precipitation, and other weather factors, you can better prepare for your activities and make the most out of your time in this vibrant city.

When looking at the 10-day forecast for Richmond, VA, keep an eye on both daily highs and lows. This will give you a good idea of how temperatures will fluctuate throughout your stay. Additionally, pay attention to any significant changes or trends in weather patterns that might impact your plans.

While checking the 10-day forecast is helpful for making general preparations, please note that its always important to monitor real-time weather updates as well. Weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so staying informed ensures that you remain safe and prepared during your visit to Richmond.

Remember to regularly consult reliable sources such as local meteorological services or reputable weather websites for accurate forecasts tailored specifically to Richmond, VA. Armed with this knowledge, youll be able to confidently plan your itinerary and make the most of every moment during your time in this charming city.

Overview of Richmond, VA

Richmond, Virginia is a vibrant city that offers a rich blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. With its strategic location along the James River and its pivotal role in American history, Richmond has become a popular destination for tourists and residents alike.

Here are some key highlights about this captivating city:

1. Historic Significance: Known as the Capital of the Confederacy, Richmond played a crucial role during the American Civil War. History buffs can explore iconic landmarks such as the American Civil War Museum and visit preserved battlefields like the Petersburg National Battlefield.

2. Cultural Hub: Richmond boasts a thriving arts scene with numerous galleries, theatres, and music venues showcasing local talent. The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts houses an impressive collection spanning thousands of years, while popular festivals like the Richmond Folk Festival celebrate diverse cultural traditions.

3. Outdoor Delights: Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to love in Richmonds outdoor spaces. The James River Park System offers opportunities for kayaking, hiking, and picnicking amidst picturesque landscapes. Belle Isle Park is a hidden gem with its scenic trails and stunning river views.

4. Foodie Paradise: From Southern comfort food to innovative culinary creations, Richmonds food scene is sure to tantalise your taste buds. Sample regional specialties like shrimp and grits or indulge in farm-to-table delights at one of many acclaimed restaurants scattered across town....

• A study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry reveals that students who make threats in school have a wide range of psychiatric diagnoses, learning disorders, and major needs for educational and psychiatric interventions.
• The study examined threat assessment evaluations of 157 school-age youth referred to the Stony Brook University Child and Adolescent Outpatient Clinic.
• Findings show that a significant number of students had brought weapons to school (29 percent) or made verbal threats (80 percent). The majority of students reported traumatic life experiences, and many had psychiatric diagnoses such as ADHD, depression, anxiety, and autism spectrum disorders.
• Recommendations for mental health treatment, including psychotherapy and medications, were common, and some students were advised to transition to a more supportive school setting.  Read More

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• U.S. officials are reportedly planning to restrict Chinese companies access to cloud computing services, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft, as a security measure to safeguard advanced technology.
• The proposed controls would require providers to obtain government approval before offering cloud services that utilize powerful artificial intelligence (AI) chips to Chinese clients, closing a loophole in existing chip export sanctions. The U.S. Commerce Department is expected to announce these measures in the coming weeks. 
• In response, the Chinese government plans to implement controls on exports of gallium and germanium, crucial materials for semiconductor production, potentially impacting the chip manufacturing industry.  Read More

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• Hackers linked to the Iranian government, known as TA453 or Charming Kitten, are targeting experts in Middle Eastern affairs and nuclear security with a new campaign involving malware for Apple and Microsoft products.
• The campaign aims at reconnaissance, with the hackers deploying backdoors in victims systems to gather intelligence. They have been adapting their tools and tactics, including sending Mac malware to one of their recent targets.
• The campaign began with an email posing as a senior fellow from the UK think tank RUSI requesting feedback on a project called Iran in the Global Security Context. The hackers used various cloud hosting providers to deliver the malware and offered to pay the expert for their input. The likely goal is to monitor experts involved in the Iran nuclear agreement negotiations. Read More

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• Suffolk, Va., police have cleared Kings Fork Middle School of all threats following a report of a gun and bomb threat. Law enforcement conducted a search of the building but did not find a gun.
• Students were briefly evacuated during the incident, and after the school was deemed safe, they were allowed to return. Suffolk police will increase their presence at the school for the rest of the day, and investigations into both incidents are ongoing.  Read More

The post Suffolk Middle School Cleared After Gun and Bomb Threats appeared first on The Clarion Project.

• A mosque in eastern New Mexico has been vandalized multiple times in recent weeks, with vandals ripping up a Quran and pouring beer on it.
• The police in Portales are investigating the incidents and following up on possible leads, although they believe it is unlikely to be a hate crime.
• The vandals also caused damage to the mosques walls, furniture, air conditioning unit, and spray-painted vulgar language on a wall, according to the centers director.  Read More

The post New Mexico Mosque Vandalized appeared first on The Clarion Project.

• A Florida man, Frederick Eugene Pierallini III, pleaded guilty to two federal hate crimes for attacking two Black women with a gun.
• Pierallini intimidated and interfered with the victims enjoyment of federally protected activities because of their race and color.
• The incidents occurred on September 10 and 12, 2022, when Pierallini directed racial slurs, pointed a shotgun, and fired a shot at the victims.
• The defendant faces a maximum of 10 years in prison, three years of supervised release, and a fine up to $250,000 for each count. The sentencing hearing is yet to be scheduled.  Read More

The post Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Racially Motivated Attack Against Black Women appeared first on The Clarion Project.

• Brian DiPippa and his wife, Krystal DiPippa, from Pittsburgh, Penn., have been indicted on charges of conspiracy and obstruction of law enforcement during civil disorder.
• The indictment states that on April 18, 2023, the DiPippas participated in a protest at the University of Pittsburgh campus, where Brian DiPippa allegedly ignited and dropped two homemade smoke bomb containers and threw a large explosive firework at police officers, causing injuries.
• Brian DiPippa was also charged with using an explosive to commit a federal felony.
• The couple has a history of far-left extremism and was federally indicted for their involvement in Antifa explosive attacks at the event.  Read More

The post Antifa Couple Indicted for Throwing Explosive Fireworks at Police appeared first on The Clarion Project.

• Whitney M. Durant, also known as Soren Monroe, has been charged under the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act for intentionally damaging the property of HerChoice, a pregnancy care center in Bowling Green, Ohio, by defacing it with spray paint.
• Durant is a 20-year-old student at Bowling Green State University. 
• At the time of the incident, it was reported that someone used green spray paint to write the words Liars, Fake clinic, Fund abortion, Abort God, and Janes Revenge.
• If convicted, the sentence will be determined by the court, taking into account factors such as the defendants criminal record, role in the offense, and the nature of the violations, with a maximum sentence of one year incarceration.  Read More

The post University Student Charged for Vandalizing Pro-Life Pregnancy Center appeared first on The Clarion Project.

• Taylor Taranto, arrested for his alleged participation in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, is accused of targeting former President Barack Obamas home in Washington, D.C., after Donald Trump posted what he claimed was Obamas address on social media.
• Taranto was charged with four misdemeanor offenses related to the Jan. 6 riot and was arrested in the Kalorama neighborhood where the Obamas reside.
• He reposted Trumps social media post containing the alleged address and livestreamed his drive through the neighborhood, expressing intent to access the private residences.
• Taranto was apprehended by the Secret Service after attempting to flee. Firearms, ammunition, and a machete were found in his van, where he had been living for the past two months.  Read More

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The Naked Emperors Newsletter July 12, 2023

Today, the BBCs worst kept secret was revealed to the normies presenter Huw Edwards is the man behind the sex pics scandal.

Will they start to ask questions such as why random articles about Huw have been popping up in the mainstream press over the last few weeks? Will they realise that the newspaper editors have been playing with them because everybody knew Huw was involved in the scandal? Probably not, they will just chalk it down to a coincidence, if they even noticed at all.

This was the man they used as the face of the BBC news, lecturing us on ethics and honesty. They selected him to present the Queens funeral to the world. And yet a section of society still defend his actions because nothing illegal happened and hes suffered from depression in the past. The allegations are still that he was texting a school child, how can that be defended even if it was legal?

But are we surprised the BBC has been trying to keep this scandal quiet for a while now? Of course not, they protected Jimmy Savile for decades. Jimmy Savile was the UKs equivalent of Jeffrey Epstein. He was a BBC presenter with his most famous TV show being Jimll Fix it which made the wishes of children come true. He was knighted and described as a prodigious philanthropist by the Guardian.

Everyone knew the reality but it wasnt until his death that the sexual assault allegations started pouring out. He had assaulted staff and patients aged between 5 and 75 for several decades and had been given the keys to hospitals (including a psychiatric hospital) so that he could let himself in and see patients when he wanted.

The outside of the BBCs flagship building, Broadcasting House, is adorned with statues by another paedophile. Sculptor Eric Gill produced various sculptures for the BBC in the 30s, including Prospero and Ariel and Ariel between Wisdom and Gaiety.

July 8, 2023

Dr. Michael Huang was a brave physician in California who treated vaccine-injured patients and wrote vaccine exemptions. Please watch this heartbreaking 3 minute video that Dr. Huang just sent to Steve Kirsch. This is the CA medical system at work. No mainstream doctors will speak out in support. Mirror mirror: https://twitter.com/stkirsch/status/1677099016415477760 

Smoking Mirrors July 13, 2023

God Poet Transmitting.

As I watch The World and its cultures and traditions fall apart, I am amazed at the power of The Destroyers and Deceivers. Surely this is not representative of the majority of souls? Yet everywhere you see the insidious hand of The Satanic Soros Klan and their banker kindred from the Hellish realms in The Lower Mind. Materialism is an infection, no different than jock itch or athletes foot.

We see how COVID which was not real, but a catch-all for common ailments of seasonal distress that have afflicted humanity for generations beyond count suddenly changed the lives of everyone who was dependent on The System.

Long ago, I realized that the less I had to do with; the less I had to rely on The System the better off I would be. For as many generations as mind parasites and immune disorders have threatened us, men have walked out on the company of others because of the afflictions that beset the well-being of individuals who tarry overlong in the higher concentrations of systematized souls.

Youve got your classics like Whitman and Thoreau the mountain men like Jim Bridger the naturalists like John Muir writers like Kerouac people who wandered in The Great Beyond in search of The Great Within. Sometimes they found it. Sometimes they just got drunk and bitter.

Always the deeper thinkers among us have tended to keep to themselves. Theyre not impressed by The Surface Life which captures and swallows the majority of their fellows.

Life is regressing to a kind of infantilism a fascination of and playing with The Peepee. Its a sensory short-circuiting. Its the monkey in the cage hitting the Cocaine button over and over and over until its heart stops.

Thrill-seeking is akin to X-treme Sports. You know or you should know that sooner or later youre going to wipe out and get hurt or dead at least once and if youre stupid more than once.

The humdrum and boredom of systematized existence is so mind-numbing that many are driven to extreme behavior hoping to escape hoping to forget life has become meaningless all the good pursuits have become befouled by impostors.

No one trusts anyone anymore. Few public figures are worthy of any respect. Theres no one to look up to, except people who can bounce balls around or effectively (or even ineffectively) pretend to be someone else; make a fool out of themselves on stages in front of slavering morons that make you wish you had a few buckets of raw meat because it looks like feeding time at the zoo.

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Kevin Boyle Odysee.com July 13, 2023

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Will Stewart and James Reynolds Daily Mail July 13, 2023

Russia will view the deployment of F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine as a direct nuclear threat to the Kremlin, Putins foreign minister has warned.

Sergei Lavrov says Russia has privately warned the US, Britain and France of the dire risks of the planned move to give Kyiv the advanced warplanes.

He implied that the use of F-16 for which Ukrainian pilots are now being trained could lead to Putin unleashing tactical nuclear weapons.

He said the move was just one example of an extremely dangerous turn of events is the United States plans to transfer F-16 fighter jets to the Kiev regime.

We have informed the nuclear powers, the United States, Britain and France, that Russia cannot ignore the ability of these aircraft to carry nuclear weapons.

No amount of assurances will help here.

The Lavrov warning comes despite the West denying it will supply nuclear weapons to Ukraine.

Lavrov said: In the course of combat operations, our servicemen are not going to sort out whether each particular aircraft of this type is equipped to deliver nuclear weapons or not.

We will regard the very fact that the Ukrainian armed forces have such systems as a threat from the West in the nuclear sphere.

He warned: The United States and its NATO satellites are creating risks of a direct armed clash with Russia, and this is fraught with catastrophic consequences.

The ultra-loyalist chief diplomat said: The conditions for Russias use of nuclear weapons are clearly defined in our Military Doctrine.

They are well known, and I will not repeat them once again.

The US and its allies could deliver the F-16 jets to Ukraine in the coming months.

The Foreign Minister alleged that NATO which completed its summit in Vilnius on Wednesday is consistently lowering the threshold for the use of force and building up the nuclear capability in military planning.

He alleged in an interview with Lenta that the organisation has completely returned to Cold War schemes on the basis of the ideology dividing the world into democracies and autocracies.

Yesterday, he was quoted as saying that Russia would protect its own legitimate security interests...

Mike Whitney The Unz Review July 12, 2023

Look carefully at the chart above. What do you see?

You see the development of a high-speed rail system that is unrivaled anywhere on earth. You see the actualization of plan to connect all parts of the country with modern-day infrastructure that reduces shipping costs, improves mobility and increases profitability. You see a vision of the 21st century in which state-directed capital links rural populations with urban centers lifting standards of living across the board. You see an expression of a new economic model that has lifted 800 million people out of poverty while paving the way for global economic integration. You see an industrial juggernaut expanding in all directions while laying the groundwork for a new century of economic integration, accelerated development and shared prosperity.

Is there a high-speed rail system in the United States that is comparable to what we see in China today?

No, there isnt. So far, less than 50 miles of high-speed rail has been built in the United States. (Amtraks Acela, which reaches 150 mph over 49.9 miles of track, is the USs only high-speed rail service.) As everyone knows, Americas transportation grid is obsolete and in a shambles.

But, why? Why is the United States so far behind China in the development of critical infrastructure?

Its because Chinas state-led model is vastly superior to Americas carpetbagger model. In China, the government is directly involved in the operation of the economy, which means that it subsidizes those industries that enhance growth and spur development. In contrast, American capitalism is a savage free-for-all in which private owners are able to divert great sums of money into unproductive stock buybacks and other scams that do nothing to create jobs or strengthen the economy. Since 2009 US corporations have spent more than $7 trillion on stock buybacks which is an activity that boosts payouts to rich shareholders but fails to produce anything of material value. Had that capital been invested in critical infrastructure, every city in America would be linked to a gigantic webbing of high-speed rail extending from...

Kit Knightley Off-Guardian July 13, 2023

In yet another blow to the globalist plan for World Domination, last week the government of Shanghai has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with US-based pharmaceutical company Moderna.

For anyone living in a cave on Mars for the last couple of years, Moderna are an mRNA-focused research company who produced only the second ever safe and effective mRNA vaccine basically just a few days after Pfizer produced the first.

Thanks to Modernas rushed and untested vaccine the first product they ever successfully brought to market over the course of the pandemic their stock value increased over 2000%, from $19 per share to $450.

Modernas founders were among the 44 new billionaires (totally accidentally) created by Covid.

and now they get a brand new research centre in Shanghai, along with investment and co-operation from the local government and permission to run human trials using Chinese citizens, according to China Daily:

Moderna, the United States-based pharmaceuticals manufacturer, signed a strategic cooperation agreement with authorities in Shanghai on Wednesday, marking the companys first investment on the Chinese mainland.

Under the agreement among the Shanghai Commission of Economy and Informatization, the district government of Minhang and Moderna, the parties will collaborate on investment, research and development, production and commercialization in the biomedical sector, it was announced by the Minhang district government on Thursday.

The companys first investment project on the Chinese mainland will involve setting up an R&D base in Minhang and conducting clinical trials on new medicines to put its products on the market, and produce and sell them in China.

Now, since Im reliably informed China are some kind of multilateral, anti-globalist 5th columnist who only pretended to go along with the Covid narrative (for as yet unknown reasons), my first thought was that this must be some kind of trick.

Perhaps the Chinese government is simply helping produce Modernas products in order to profit from Covid hysteria by selling them to idiotic Western governments, right?

but, alas, it doesnt look that way according to the Financial Times:

Any medicines produced under this agreement will be exclusively for the Chinese people who face many of the same health challenges that affect other communities around the world, the company said in a statement.

Yes, it seems all the *ahem* medicine Moderna produces in...

Bernard Claeys

Biden administration is accused of COVER-UP over failure to catch suspect who left drugs in West Wing locker despite security cameras recording 24/7

• USSS told Congress they narrowed down the list of possible suspects who brought cocaine into the White House to 500 people 
• The agency has decided to close the investigation without finding the culprit 
• Agents just decided its just some weekend visitor That is the most ridiculous thing Ive ever seen in my life, said Republican Rep. Tim Burchett 

Morgan Phillips and Katelyn Caralle The Daily Mail July 13, 2023

Hunter Biden (centre, rear) had visited the White House shortly before the cocaine was found. Click to enlarge

The Secret Service is closing the investigation into the White House cocaine discovery because of a lack of evidence in a stunning move just 11 days after the drugs were abandoned in a West Wing locker.

Furious Republicans have called the shuttering of the probe ridiculous and accused the Biden administration of a cover-up, with agents unable to find a suspect despite poring over surveillance footage for more than a week.

GOP Rep. Tim Burchett said agents just decided its just some weekend visitor and chalked up the entire investigation as another coverup by the Biden White House.

Its bogus the Tennessee congressman added. That is the most ridiculous thing Ive ever seen in my life.

His comments came after the Secret Service briefed members of Congress, 11 days after the cocaine discovery forced evacuation and a hazmat situation at the White House.

The list of suspects was narrowed down to 500. Democrats said drug testing all of the potential culprits would violate their civil liberties and insiste...