Sunday, June 30, 2019
News Links, July 1, 2019
## Global Ponzi meltdown/House of Cards/global cooling/deflationary collapse ##
Factbox: From phone makers to farmers, the toll of Trump's trade wars
Factbox: From phone makers to farmers, the toll of Trump's trade wars
Bad News for the World's Poorest
The weak state of the global economy conceals an even gloomier story: the worsening plight of the world's poorest people.
The weak state of the global economy conceals an even gloomier story: the worsening plight of the world's poorest people.
Mahathir's Gold-backed Currency – Loose Talk or pan-Asian Plan?
It was in this context that Mahathir suggested a gold-based currency that could be used for international trade and investment between Asian economies, and that would serve as an alternative to dependency on the US dollar.
It was in this context that Mahathir suggested a gold-based currency that could be used for international trade and investment between Asian economies, and that would serve as an alternative to dependency on the US dollar.
Gold Just Had Its Biggest One Day Influx EVER
Massive Losses & Tens of Billions Of Dollars In Debt Means Tesla Is A Zero
Ceasefire: US, China Trade Talks "Back On Track" After Trump Folds On Huawei
Massive Losses & Tens of Billions Of Dollars In Debt Means Tesla Is A Zero
Ceasefire: US, China Trade Talks "Back On Track" After Trump Folds On Huawei
## War on cash/cashless society/cryptocurrencies ##
Self-Proclaimed Bitcoin Inventor Says Fortune Inaccessible
It's Now Harder to Mine Bitcoin Than Ever
## Airline death spiral ##
Boeing 737 Max likely grounded until the end of the year after new problem emerges
## Fault lines/flashpoints/powder kegs/military/war drums ##
Thousands of guns, grenades mailed to South America are seized in crackdown on Florida ring
US, Russia Agree to Try to Avoid an Arms Race
A new cold war in Africa
Increasing tensions between China and the US will be detrimental to African prosperity and peace.
• War on Iran
Increasing tensions between China and the US will be detrimental to African prosperity and peace.
• War on Iran
US Gets No Commitment from NATO for Help on Iran Threat
Iran says Vienna meet is 'last chance' to save nuclear deal: agency
Iran says Vienna meet is 'last chance' to save nuclear deal: agency
## Migrants/refugees ##
Migrants, homeless seek shelter in sizzling France
Migrants, homeless seek shelter in sizzling France
## Global unrest/mob rule/angry people/torches and pitchforks ##
Protest in Madrid as conservatives suspend ban on most polluting cars
Swiss police fire water cannon, tear gas at Cameroon protesters
Tens of thousands demand civilian rule in Sudan, at least seven killed
Tens of thousands demand civilian rule in Sudan, at least seven killed
## Energy/resources ##
Junk energy: Shale oil and gas: Destroying capital one well at a time
Shale Executive Sees "Another Round Of Bankruptcies" Looming
Shale Executive Sees "Another Round Of Bankruptcies" Looming
Why are drillers still wasting money and "destroying capital" on shale? The obvious explanation is that they have nothing better to do. That is testimony to the dire straits of the oil industry. -- RF
However, the USDA has warned that that numbers may not be accurate.
## Solutions ##
Extreme Frugality — A needed mindset for the age we live in
Extreme Frugality — A needed mindset for the age we live in
"Austerity" is treated as a dirty word by those who insist that our current extravagance is sustainable. Don't be lulled into a false sense of security by those who are just after your votes and money. Always be prepared for the post-SHTF world of brutal austerity. -- RF
SELCO: The 5 Things That Will Surprise You Most When the SHTF
SELCO: The 5 Things That Will Surprise You Most When the SHTF
## Environment/health ##
Spike In Autism May Be Linked To Preservative In Processed Foods, Study Suggests
Big energy discussion 'scrubbed from record' at UN climate talks
Big energy discussion 'scrubbed from record' at UN climate talks
Seriously, in view of climate change, desperate water shortages, rising global conflicts, unmitigated human greed and stupidity, and the grave threats facing energy and food production, do you think this is a realistic prediction? My prediction is a precipitous drop in global population, and it's going to be ugly. -- RF
Lyme Disease Cases Are Exploding. And It's Only Going to Get Worse.
Climate change and human sprawl have triggered a pandemic
Vultures are eating animals alive on Kentucky farms
Warmer winters may have increased the number of vultures in the U.S., said Wayne Long, the Jefferson County extension agent for the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Vultures, he said, take advantage of climate change and hang around more in a spot they like.
Climate change and human sprawl have triggered a pandemic
Vultures are eating animals alive on Kentucky farms
Warmer winters may have increased the number of vultures in the U.S., said Wayne Long, the Jefferson County extension agent for the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Vultures, he said, take advantage of climate change and hang around more in a spot they like.
## Intelligence/security/internet/cyberwar ##
Five Things We Found In The FDA's Hidden Device Database
After two decades of keeping the public in the dark about millions of medical device malfunctions and injuries, the Food and Drug Administration has published the once hidden database online, revealing 5.7 million incidents publicly for the first time.
U.S. Meteorologists 'Deeply Concerned' Over 5G Roll-Out
U.S. weather forecasters are the latest group to sound the alarm that the race to introduce 5G technologies may have adverse consequences.
U.S. weather forecasters are the latest group to sound the alarm that the race to introduce 5G technologies may have adverse consequences.
The Military Industrial Complex Loves Left Wing Hawk Adam Schiff
If there was any doubt at all that Adam Schiff is in the grip of the military-industrial complex, one doesn't have to rely just on his stated positions on Iran, Venezuela, and China to make the situation any clearer. Just take a look at his donors.
If there was any doubt at all that Adam Schiff is in the grip of the military-industrial complex, one doesn't have to rely just on his stated positions on Iran, Venezuela, and China to make the situation any clearer. Just take a look at his donors.
• War on Julian Assange
Demasking the Torture of Julian Assange (Nils Melzer, UN Special Rapporteur on Torture)
Power Versus the Press: The Extradition Cases of Pinochet & Assange
Power Versus the Press: The Extradition Cases of Pinochet & Assange
## Propaganda/censorship/fake news/alternative facts ##
Pot calls kettle black: Trump tells Putin: Don't meddle in US elections
The Danger of Getting Sidetracked
What this story really shows is how the corporate media derails meaningful debates and draws us all into a modern version of bread and circuses.
What this story really shows is how the corporate media derails meaningful debates and draws us all into a modern version of bread and circuses.
## Systemic breakdown/collapse/unsustainability ##
On Bases in Germany, Air Conditioning a Rare Luxury as Temperatures Near 100 Degrees
Climate-change stresses affect military forces and everyone else. Cf. following article. -- RF
War, empire and racism in the Anthropocene (Nafeez Ahmed; long read)
With the war zone expanding into space, military forces are hungering for even more energy to scale up and to develop ever more high-tech weapon systems. Be advised that governments and their military forces are well aware that they must have the concentrated energy of fossil fuels to prevail. If Military-F runs on fossil fuels and Military-R runs on renewables, and they go into battle against each other, which do you think is going to win? There is no question that Military-F, whose juggernaut is powered by the concentrated energy of fossil fuels, will crush Military-R, which must struggle to extract its power from the dilute soup of energy in sunlight and wind. And everybody knows it. That's the primary factor behind the current assaults on Venezuela and Iran. He who controls the oil is King of the Mountain. -- RF
## Japan ##
Shortage of high-strength bolts hammers maintenance, construction projects in Japan
Taking a Closer Look at Japan's Futuristic Attack Submarine
Seeking a bite of big data, banks to act as brokers of personal info
Taking a Closer Look at Japan's Futuristic Attack Submarine
Seeking a bite of big data, banks to act as brokers of personal info
Bank of Japan board's debate of more easing at June meet signals possible early action
Japan's Lasting Stagnation Is Hidden Behind Government Statistics
Abe, Putin make little progress on territorial dispute
Japan's Lasting Stagnation Is Hidden Behind Government Statistics
Abe, Putin make little progress on territorial dispute
Japan to tighten export rules for high-tech materials to South Korea: media
Japan plans to tighten restrictions on the export of high-tech material used in smartphones and chips to South Korea from July 4 in connection with a dispute over a South Korean ruling on war-time forced labor, the Sankei newspaper reported on Sunday.
Japan plans to tighten restrictions on the export of high-tech material used in smartphones and chips to South Korea from July 4 in connection with a dispute over a South Korean ruling on war-time forced labor, the Sankei newspaper reported on Sunday.
The additive at the center of the banned Canadian pork dispute
China has demanded that Canada suspend all meat exports after Chinese officials said they found traces of ractopamine, an animal feed additive banned in their country in a batch of pork products.
China has demanded that Canada suspend all meat exports after Chinese officials said they found traces of ractopamine, an animal feed additive banned in their country in a batch of pork products.
German rail group bets on Belt and Road with more trains to China
The freight unit of Germany's state-owned railroad group Deutsche Bahn plans a major increase in capacity for China-bound shipments, counting on continued support for overland transport under Beijing's Belt and Road connectivity project.
The freight unit of Germany's state-owned railroad group Deutsche Bahn plans a major increase in capacity for China-bound shipments, counting on continued support for overland transport under Beijing's Belt and Road connectivity project.
• War on Huawei
Trump skips Huawei security issue in South Korea
Trump's decision to let Huawei buy US products is 'not a general amnesty,' Kudlow says
Trump's decision to let Huawei buy US products is 'not a general amnesty,' Kudlow says
Uber Eats allowed deliveries from fake restaurant man set up in front garden
Inspectors 'almost speechless with horror' upon discovering firm was collecting from man cooking on filthy barbecue in front of home
Inspectors 'almost speechless with horror' upon discovering firm was collecting from man cooking on filthy barbecue in front of home
London is now the only region of England where more people are leaving than arriving from other parts of the country – only international arrivals are keeping the population steady.
Welcome to the United States of China. -- RF
Price of insulin forcing diabetics to head to Canada
More than 7–million people in the country depend on insulin, but the cost of treating diabetes has skyrocketed, leading many to resort to desperate measures to stay alive.
No, Autos Are Not "Cheaper Now"
Official claims that grossly understate real-world inflation is a core feature of debt-serfdom and neofeudalism: we're working harder and longer and getting less for our earnings every year, but this reality is obfuscated by official pronouncements that inflation is 2%--barely above zero.
More than 7–million people in the country depend on insulin, but the cost of treating diabetes has skyrocketed, leading many to resort to desperate measures to stay alive.
No, Autos Are Not "Cheaper Now"
Official claims that grossly understate real-world inflation is a core feature of debt-serfdom and neofeudalism: we're working harder and longer and getting less for our earnings every year, but this reality is obfuscated by official pronouncements that inflation is 2%--barely above zero.
Wall Street wants Harris, Buttigieg, and Biden to dominate the floor and shut down Sanders.
Average Miles Driven per Vehicle Drop to 1992 Level: Automakers Not Amused
More cars and trucks on the road in the US than ever. But usage drops. Saturation everywhere.
More cars and trucks on the road in the US than ever. But usage drops. Saturation everywhere.
Thursday, June 27, 2019
News Links, June 28, 2019
## Global Ponzi meltdown/House of Cards/global cooling/deflationary collapse ##
What if They Run Out of Juice: Biggest Share-Buyback Queens
Five companies blow $55 billion in Q1 to prop up their own shares.
Five companies blow $55 billion in Q1 to prop up their own shares.
## Cut, baby, cut! ##
Carmageddon: Ford to cut 12,000 jobs in Europe
## War on cash/cashless society/cryptocurrencies ##
Bitcoin soars to 17-month high, but drops by $1,000 after US markets close
## Airline death spiral ##
FAA says it identifies new potential risk on 737 MAX
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration has identified a new potential risk that Boeing Co must address on its 737 MAX before the grounded jet can return to service, the agency told Reuters on Wednesday.
Pilots Flagged Software Problems on Boeing Jets Besides the Max
Pilots flying Boeing aircraft in recent years have reported flight-control problems they blamed on malfunctioning software -- not on the company's maligned 737 Max jets, but widely used earlier versions of the plane that are still in the air.
Pilots flying Boeing aircraft in recent years have reported flight-control problems they blamed on malfunctioning software -- not on the company's maligned 737 Max jets, but widely used earlier versions of the plane that are still in the air.
## Fault lines/flashpoints/powder kegs/military/war drums ##
Pompeo: U.S. prepared to remove troops from Afghanistan, no timeline set
US Navy eyes shipyard in Philippines as repair and maintenance facility
Palestinians reject economic solutions from 'punitive' U.S.
Palestinians reject economic solutions from 'punitive' U.S.
A new report on why military space is so expensive
A new Pentagon report finds that critical components needed for the military's efforts in space are not commercially viable due to low production runs and high requirements.
A new Pentagon report finds that critical components needed for the military's efforts in space are not commercially viable due to low production runs and high requirements.
Why Indian-Turkish Embrace of Russia's S-400 Is So Important for Global Affairs
• War on Iran
## Migrants/refugees ##
Sea-Watch 3: Refugee ship defies Italy's far-right leader Matteo Salvini by taking rescued migrants to port
## Global unrest/mob rule/angry people/torches and pitchforks ##
'Boycott Wayfair': Employees walk out, hundreds protest over sales to migrant detention center
## Energy/resources ##
## Solutions ##
The Next Revolution by Murray Bookchin
## Environment/health ##
More walking may bring long-term cardiovascular benefits to older adults
## Intelligence/security/internet/cyberwar ##
US Cyber Attack on Iran Shrouded in Digital 'Fog of War'
A claim by U.S. officials that a retaliatory cyber attack ordered by the White House crippled Iranian missile launching systems will remain almost impossible to substantiate, experts say.
• War on Huawei
## US ##
• War on Iran
And here's another famous translation error. -- RF
Iran still short of nuclear deal's enriched uranium cap - diplomats
Iran still short of nuclear deal's enriched uranium cap - diplomats
## Migrants/refugees ##
Sea-Watch 3: Refugee ship defies Italy's far-right leader Matteo Salvini by taking rescued migrants to port
## Global unrest/mob rule/angry people/torches and pitchforks ##
'Boycott Wayfair': Employees walk out, hundreds protest over sales to migrant detention center
## Energy/resources ##
Desalination requires vast amounts of energy, which in some places is currently provided by fossil fuels. Kiparsky warns of a feedback loop where more de-sal is needed as the planet warms, which leads to more greenhouse-gas emissions. In addition, there are serious concerns about the damage to marine life from the plant's intake systems and extra-salty wastewater.
When desalination plants shut down — as they inevitably will — it's going to be a catastrophe for the populations which now depend on them. -- RF
## Got food? ##
And it's not just farmers that are bearing the brunt of the flooding, it's the entire agricultural economy. Those that provide supplies like seeds, fertilizer, equipment and services are also struggling.
USDA identifies unapproved GMO wheat growing wild in Washington
USDA identifies unapproved GMO wheat growing wild in Washington
## Solutions ##
The Next Revolution by Murray Bookchin
## Environment/health ##
More walking may bring long-term cardiovascular benefits to older adults
## Intelligence/security/internet/cyberwar ##
US Cyber Attack on Iran Shrouded in Digital 'Fog of War'
A claim by U.S. officials that a retaliatory cyber attack ordered by the White House crippled Iranian missile launching systems will remain almost impossible to substantiate, experts say.
Social platform Reddit quarantines major pro-Trump community over violence threats
Social media site Reddit restricted access to a major forum for supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump, citing threats of violence against police and public officials.
Social media site Reddit restricted access to a major forum for supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump, citing threats of violence against police and public officials.
The Dying Days Of An Empire (What happens to a militarized USD?)
As the wealthy flee New York, poorest will be most affected
As the wealthy flee New York, poorest will be most affected
That said, Reuters notes that Mexico City is still safer than some US cities - including the Democratic strongholds of Baltimore, Detroit and St. Louis.
Trump reassures Tokyo he will stick with security pact - Japan government
## China ##
China Imports First Iranian Oil Since U.S. Ended Sanction Waivers
## China ##
China Imports First Iranian Oil Since U.S. Ended Sanction Waivers
Russia leads as top crude supplier to China, overtakes Saudi
Anti-extradition law protests: One arrest and 60 people ID'd amid second siege on Hong Kong police HQ
Anti-extradition law protests: One arrest and 60 people ID'd amid second siege on Hong Kong police HQ
• War on Huawei
Huawei enters Israel's solar power market, hours after quitting US
As Chinese telecom giant announces new move, deputy US energy secretary, in Israel, warns that data collected off solar panels could be used by Chinese 'for other things'
As Chinese telecom giant announces new move, deputy US energy secretary, in Israel, warns that data collected off solar panels could be used by Chinese 'for other things'
Huawei employees worked with China military on research projects: Bloomberg
Huawei Technologies Co employees worked on at least 10 research projects with Chinese armed forces personnel over the past decade, Bloomberg reported on Thursday, collaborations the Chinese company said it was not aware of.
Huawei Technologies Co employees worked on at least 10 research projects with Chinese armed forces personnel over the past decade, Bloomberg reported on Thursday, collaborations the Chinese company said it was not aware of.
## US ##
The Pain Of This New Economic Downturn Is Starting To Show Up All Over The Country
Protracted Trade War Inflicts Lasting Damage To U.S. LNG
Protracted Trade War Inflicts Lasting Damage To U.S. LNG
Did you realize the extent to which our extravagant and unsustainable lifestyles are dependent on war and preparations for it? Depending on how you read the article, there's a sobering message here. -- RF
And finally...
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
News Links, June 26, 2019
## Global Ponzi meltdown/House of Cards/global cooling/deflationary collapse ##
Anti-dollar trade makes outlook for gold much more bullish
Gold climbs towards six-year peak on dovish central banks, Iran tensions
Anti-dollar trade makes outlook for gold much more bullish
Gold climbs towards six-year peak on dovish central banks, Iran tensions
Importantly, China just raised its gold purchasing pace from 10 tonnes per month to 15 tonnes for April and May as it aims to diversify its reserve holdings.
German business sentiment lowest since November 2014
India's tariff on U.S. apples delivers major blow to US fruit industry
German business sentiment lowest since November 2014
India's tariff on U.S. apples delivers major blow to US fruit industry
'Don't ask my age': Ageing South Koreans begin a new chapter on the catwalk, YouTube
## Airline death spiral ##
Hundreds Of 737 Max Pilots Sue Boeing Over 'Unprecedented Cover-Up"
## Fault lines/flashpoints/powder kegs/military/war drums ##
'Storm approaching': firms fear for deliveries in shipping shakeup
U.S. furniture company RC Willey Home Furnishings is so concerned that new global clean air rules will cause transport disruption that it brought forward the shipment of arm chairs and sofas from China by two months.
U.S. furniture company RC Willey Home Furnishings is so concerned that new global clean air rules will cause transport disruption that it brought forward the shipment of arm chairs and sofas from China by two months.
## Cut, baby, cut! ##
Sompo Japan to Cut 4,000 Jobs
## War on cash/cashless society/cryptocurrencies ##
Facebook's Libra must be stopped
Sompo Japan to Cut 4,000 Jobs
## War on cash/cashless society/cryptocurrencies ##
Facebook's Libra must be stopped
## Airline death spiral ##
Hundreds Of 737 Max Pilots Sue Boeing Over 'Unprecedented Cover-Up"
Japan Airlines bans pilots from drinking ahead of flights for 2nd time
Drone sightings disrupt Singapore flights for second time in a week
Drone sightings disrupt Singapore flights for second time in a week
## Fault lines/flashpoints/powder kegs/military/war drums ##
Council of Europe assembly authorises Russia's return
Congress wants the US military to challenge Russia with a new Arctic port
## Migrants/refugees ##
Doctor compares conditions for unaccompanied children at immigrant holding centers to 'torture facilities'
## Global unrest/mob rule/angry people/torches and pitchforks ##
Georgian protesters slam 'Putinism' as Moscow tensions soar
## Got food? ##
Shocking Before And After Photos Reveal The Truth About The Widespread Crop Failures The U.S. Is Facing In 2019
## Solutions ##
The Stuff of Our Lives: The Seneca Collapse of Relocating
## Environment/health ##
Flying insects in hospitals carry 'superbug' germs
Congress wants the US military to challenge Russia with a new Arctic port
In Israel the Push to Destroy Jerusalem's Iconic Al-Aqsa Mosque Goes Mainstream
This ancient site that dates back to the year 705 C.E. is being targeted for destruction by extremist groups that seek to erase Jerusalem's Muslim heritage in pursuit of colonial ambitions and the fulfillment of end-times prophecy.
This ancient site that dates back to the year 705 C.E. is being targeted for destruction by extremist groups that seek to erase Jerusalem's Muslim heritage in pursuit of colonial ambitions and the fulfillment of end-times prophecy.
• War on Iran
Accelerating Imperial Decline (Consortium News)
Washington's foreign policy towards Iran is driven by desperation rather than a reasoned understanding of a world in historically significant flux. That can lead only to a continuing succession of failures.
Washington's foreign policy towards Iran is driven by desperation rather than a reasoned understanding of a world in historically significant flux. That can lead only to a continuing succession of failures.
Trump Seeks 'Coalition Of The Willing' Against Iran
New US sanctions on ayatollah mean the end of diplomacy, Iran says
New US sanctions on ayatollah mean the end of diplomacy, Iran says
Trump responds to Iranian insults with threat of 'obliteration'
Poll Shows Strong Majority of Americans Oppose Attacking Iran
Poll Shows Strong Majority of Americans Oppose Attacking Iran
Why the State Department Let a Terrorist Cult Gather on its Doorstep
How did the MEK go from terrorist cult to State Dept partner in pushing regime change in Iran? MintPress went to their DC rally to find out.
How did the MEK go from terrorist cult to State Dept partner in pushing regime change in Iran? MintPress went to their DC rally to find out.
• War on Venezuela
How Sen. Rick Scott became Big Oil's point man on Venezuelan regime change
The US oil cartel has given Florida's Rick Scott 500 million reasons to be one of the Senate's most fanatical cheerleaders for toppling Venezuela's leftist government.
The US oil cartel has given Florida's Rick Scott 500 million reasons to be one of the Senate's most fanatical cheerleaders for toppling Venezuela's leftist government.
## Migrants/refugees ##
Doctor compares conditions for unaccompanied children at immigrant holding centers to 'torture facilities'
## Global unrest/mob rule/angry people/torches and pitchforks ##
Georgian protesters slam 'Putinism' as Moscow tensions soar
Junk energy: Shale Pioneer: Fracking is an "Unmitigated Disaster"
There's your "energy independence" and "new Saudi Arabia." -- RF
Unit at Philadelphia refinery completely destroyed in fire: sources
Unit at Philadelphia refinery completely destroyed in fire: sources
## Got food? ##
Shocking Before And After Photos Reveal The Truth About The Widespread Crop Failures The U.S. Is Facing In 2019
## Solutions ##
The Stuff of Our Lives: The Seneca Collapse of Relocating
## Environment/health ##
Flying insects in hospitals carry 'superbug' germs
Too many humans. -- RF
Road construction accelerates deforestation in the Congo, study shows
New research suggests the proliferation of new roads in the Congo is encouraging an ecological catastrophe. Vital habitats are disappearing and vulnerable animal populations are declining.
New research suggests the proliferation of new roads in the Congo is encouraging an ecological catastrophe. Vital habitats are disappearing and vulnerable animal populations are declining.
As I've commented previously, there is no future in something that feeds on the detritus of industrial society. -- RF
'Climate Apartheid' Is Looming, UN Warns
Because of relentless global warming, the world risks plunging into a 'climate apartheid'—a scenario in which the rich will buy themselves out of the worst effects of climate change, while the poor will be left to suffer the greatest consequences, the UN Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights, Philip Alston, said in a report released on Tuesday.
Because of relentless global warming, the world risks plunging into a 'climate apartheid'—a scenario in which the rich will buy themselves out of the worst effects of climate change, while the poor will be left to suffer the greatest consequences, the UN Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights, Philip Alston, said in a report released on Tuesday.
## Intelligence/security/internet/cyberwar ##
Review: Google Chrome has become surveillance software. It's time to switch.
Review: Google Chrome has become surveillance software. It's time to switch.
Google Using AI To Meddle In 2020 Election, Prevent 'Next Trump Situation': Veritas
A new undercover exposé by Project Veritas reveals that the company is programming its machine learning algorithms in order to avoid the "next Trump situation."
A new undercover exposé by Project Veritas reveals that the company is programming its machine learning algorithms in order to avoid the "next Trump situation."
The 5G Dragnet: What You're Not Being Told
The dark truth is that 5G networks may represent the greatest threat to freedom in the history of humanity.
The dark truth is that 5G networks may represent the greatest threat to freedom in the history of humanity.
CIA Seeking More Impunity
The agency is trying to get a pass on crimes even before they're committed and it represents a threat to press freedom.
The agency is trying to get a pass on crimes even before they're committed and it represents a threat to press freedom.
In a world first, Facebook to give data on hate speech suspects to French courts
In a world first, Facebook has agreed to hand over the identification data of French users suspected of hate speech on its platform to judges, France's minister for digital affairs Cedric O said on Tuesday.
## Propaganda/censorship/fake news/alternative facts ##
Reddit suspends Project Veritas after the release of Google whistleblower report
In a world first, Facebook has agreed to hand over the identification data of French users suspected of hate speech on its platform to judges, France's minister for digital affairs Cedric O said on Tuesday.
## Propaganda/censorship/fake news/alternative facts ##
Reddit suspends Project Veritas after the release of Google whistleblower report
NY Times admits it sends stories to US government for approval before publication
The New York Times casually acknowledged that it sends major scoops to the US government before publication, to make sure "national security officials" have "no concerns."
The New York Times casually acknowledged that it sends major scoops to the US government before publication, to make sure "national security officials" have "no concerns."
Trump reportedly said he wants to end decades-old defense treaty with Japan
Outlook uncertain for Japan's whaling industry despite commercial restart
Japan wants to become Southeast Asia's trash manager
Outlook uncertain for Japan's whaling industry despite commercial restart
Japan wants to become Southeast Asia's trash manager
Heat-resistant rice varieties becoming more common
Govt. to provide funds to help develop 5G network
Three Million Plastic Bags in Osaka Bay Cloud Japan's Anti-Waste Push
Govt. to provide funds to help develop 5G network
Three Million Plastic Bags in Osaka Bay Cloud Japan's Anti-Waste Push
China approves SWIFT subsidiary as demand for yuan rises
Interbank messaging provider says unit will allow Chinese language transactions
Interbank messaging provider says unit will allow Chinese language transactions
• War on Huawei
FedEx says 'operational error' prevented Huawei package delivery
FedEx could reportedly be added to China's 'unreliable entities' list.
FedEx could reportedly be added to China's 'unreliable entities' list.
Huawei's overseas smartphone business 'recovering rapidly' despite US tech ban, says founder Ren Zhengfei
In push to replace Huawei, rural U.S. carriers are talking with Nokia and Ericsson
In push to replace Huawei, rural U.S. carriers are talking with Nokia and Ericsson
'Shameful' number of people sent to prison in England and Wales, report says
Southern Water handed £126m penalty over 'shocking' failures
Southern Water handed £126m penalty over 'shocking' failures
Beto Pushes "War Tax" For Non-Military Households
Sounds like an idea that would just lead to more wars. -- RF
Sounds like an idea that would just lead to more wars. -- RF
'Decade of negligence': Feds fail to protect Americans' info, report says
Several major federal agencies, which collect vast amounts of personal data about American citizens as part of their work, have routinely failed to adequately protect that information for years, according to a congressional report.
Several major federal agencies, which collect vast amounts of personal data about American citizens as part of their work, have routinely failed to adequately protect that information for years, according to a congressional report.
The Seattle suburb where Jeff Bezos and Bill Gates both live is running out of money
New York City Has Seen Declining Real Wages This Century
Majority Of U.S. Citizens Would Approve Preventive Nuclear Strike On North Korea
New York City Has Seen Declining Real Wages This Century
Majority Of U.S. Citizens Would Approve Preventive Nuclear Strike On North Korea
