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What happened to the Manawanui on Samoa?? Crew is safe, and well done for that. pic.twitter.com/46hyebV58Z — Elliot Page (@ElliotIkilei) October 5, 2024 @NZNavy ship Manawanui runs aground on Samoa's south coast – crew abandon ship and land near Safata Bay. Some injuries. https://t.co/SoBMux8yuQ pic.twitter.com/tLODqAT5yX — Michael Field (@MichaelFieldNZ) October 5, 2024 https://twitter.com/_/status/1842687114837713250 Tragic news …
“The U.S. is at the forefront of humanitarian response to the growing crisis in Lebanon, announcing nearly $157 million in assistance today. We are committed to supporting those in need and delivering essential aid to displaced civilians, refugees and the communities hosting them.”
The Coverup! FEMA Issues Warning on False Helene ‘Rumors,’ Launches Response Page The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) released a “rumor response” page in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, which caused significant damage across western North Carolina late last month. In an update on Oct. 3, FEMA responded to statements issued online about the …
Imagine the hurricane victims getting 7500 instead? Isn’t that more fair? Lindsey graham sold his soul… he never talks about America… The Military Industrial Complex will always come first Lindsey Graham: “I’ve been going all over South Carolina, like most people I haven’t slept much. But look what’s going on in Israel. We have to …
During searches they were found to have almost 6 million US dollars in cash in various currencies. It is noted that her son holds a senior position in the main department of the Pension Fund of Ukraine in the Khmelnytsky region. As for the head of the MSEK, 100 thousand dollars were found in her …
Man for a group of people that “do their own research” seems to be a lack of understanding of how logistics, disaster relief and emergency response all work. h/t aipixelpioneer
Just got off the phone a Pastor in the midst of the flooding in TN/NC. He is in one of the most devastated locations. He verified a few things about the situation: – Almost all help is being done by private citizens, mainly churches. – Private helicopters are flying in the vast majority of the …
Just received this note from a SpaceX engineer helping on the ground in North Carolina. @FEMA is not merely failing to adequately help people in trouble, but is actively blocking citizens who try to help! “Hey Elon, update here on site of Asheville, NC. We have powered up two large operating bases for choppers to …
On Thursday, The View co-host Sonny Liston said Melania Trump wants to kill Donald Trump. Sonny Liston: “I think she hates him. Yeah. Well, yeah. Okay, so we can all agree on that. That’s a given. I also think that she wants to take him out. She does not want to be the First Lady …
The government is absorbing more of the economy into less productive spending, displacing private sector activity, while crowding out investment as credit gets tied up in treasuries. We're one market panic away from collapse. — Nova Empirica (@TabulaStellar) October 4, 2024 WTI call options volume has risen the most since 2016 shit about to hit …
Discussions are ongoing regarding the elimination of “double-taxation” on Americans living abroad, a move that has gained notable support, particularly from Republicans Overseas. The group emphasizes former President Donald Trump’s endorsement of ending this practice, which burdens expatriates. Current tax provisions, like the Foreign Tax Credit and Foreign Earned Income Exclusion, already aim to reduce …
The obesity rate in the United States was indeed higher in 2022 compared to 2023. In 2022, 22 states had an adult obesity prevalence at or above 35%, whereas in 2023, this number decreased to 23 states. This slight reduction suggests some progress, but the overall obesity rate remains high. NEW: we may have passed …
Re-filling the FEMA coffers to the tune of 12-14,000,000,000 was rejected 3 times in the last 2 years. US public debt has jumped $345 billion over the last 3 days hitting another record of $35.7 trillion. BREAKING: US public debt has jumped $345 billion over the last 3 days hitting another record of $35.7 trillion. …
Another American Citizen CONFIRMS He’s Been Told Do Not Help Hurricane Helene Victims By Kamala Harris Admin “I had planned to go to East Tennessee — you know, trying to see who may need my thermal drone most and whoever I could assist better — We're being told to stand down”… pic.twitter.com/6fpKsE3rNZ — Wall Street …
Russia has invaded Ukraine: what we know so far. – Source US-backed foreign intervention has led to the disaster in Haiti. – Source Israeli military says it is carrying out ‘limited’ ground operation targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon. – Source On 24 February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine in a major escalation of the Russo-Ukrainian War, which started in 2014. …
“If you are wondering why citizens are being turned away that are coming to help NC and TN – you’ll want to hear my experience as someone who has been doing this as a private citizen for almost a decade. I was able to get into, and out of Asheville. We brought food, water, fuel …
Some highlights: • No more involvement in pride parades, pride events or LGBTQ children’s summer camps. • They will not participate in the HRC’s woke Corporate Equality Index social credit system. • All BRG activities must be focused on the core business of Toyota and be open to all. Toyota employees and dealers were all …
Self-driving taxis are now operational in San Francisco, with companies like Cruise and Waymo authorized to operate their autonomous vehicles around the clock. These robotaxis are available for public use, allowing users to book rides through their respective apps. This marks a significant step in the deployment of autonomous transportation, showcasing advancements in technology and …
Recent Israeli airstrikes have targeted areas near central Beirut, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions involving Hezbollah. These attacks have led to casualties and substantial damage, reflecting the ongoing conflict’s impact on civilians and infrastructure. The situation underscores the volatility in the region and the potential for further escalation, raising concerns about stability and …
It’s with a heavy heart that I share an important update about the future of CWR. Due to a significant drop in ad revenue and low membership sign-ups, I have no choice but to implement a metered paywall in the coming days. After offering free content and working full-time to sustain this platform, I’ve gone …
In a bizarre post-debate analysis, Politico magazine has looked into the supposed significance of J.D. Vance’s facial hair. After Vance gave his fellow vice-presidential nominee Tim Walz during Tuesday night’s vice-presidential debate, Politico sought to dissect the candidate’s body language, including their physical features. The piece, written by body language expert Joe Navarro, explains: One …
G7 countries debt-to-GDP ratios in 2024: United States: 123% United Kingdom: 104% Italy: 139% France: 112% Japan: 255% Germany: 64% Canada: 105% ⚠️GLOBAL ECONOMY IS DRIVEN BY A MASSIVE DEBT BUBBLE⚠️ G7 countries debt-to-GDP ratios in 2024: United States: 123%United Kingdom: 104%Italy: 139%France: 112%Japan: 255%Germany: 64%Canada: 105% What is the long-term solution here? pic.twitter.com/sgA2qMfR4A — …
If you think this all ends with a balanced budget, decreasing federal debt, and low inflation, you are not paying attention. pic.twitter.com/SYjXkw1i9G — James Lavish (@jameslavish) October 3, 2024 US banks made a $1 trillion from Federal Reserve’s 2.5 year era of high interest rates, an analysis of official data by the Financial Times has …
This is the union leader's house who is demanding a 61% pay raise. https://t.co/ARRxLw0HLP — Financelot (@FinanceLancelot) October 2, 2024 This is the man who's crippling America. pic.twitter.com/7YIuCtKyNR — Ian Miles Cheong (@ianmiles) October 3, 2024 Dude had more yachts than me! https://t.co/eg2v6QhIlw — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) October 1, 2024 Anyone else seeing empty shelves …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vr9_tcWcfEU Attorney Tony Buzbee announced on October 1, 2024, that his firm, alongside AVA Law Group, will represent over 120 individuals accusing Diddy of sexual misconduct. These cases will be filed individually across various states, rather than as a class action. Buzbee stated that the lawsuits would also target individuals who allegedly enabled Diddy’s actions, …
The Albanese government is focusing on tackling “shrinkflation” in supermarkets, a practice where product sizes are reduced while prices remain the same or even increase. This troubling trend has become more common, allowing companies to pass on rising costs to consumers without adjusting price tags. To combat this issue, the government plans to strengthen the …
by Mike Shedlock The GDPNow nowcast fell 0.6 percentage points to 2.5 percent on weaker than expected economic reports. GDPNow data from the Atlanta Fed, chart by Mish The Atlanta Fed updated its GDPNow Nowcast on October 1. Here is a recxap. The GDPNow model estimate for real GDP growth (seasonally adjusted annual rate) in the third …
https://twitter.com/AmericaPapaBear/status/1841554375392530612 🚨🚨MAKE IT GO VIRAL! “They are literally allowing this people to fvcking die in the mountains right now because we can’t get helicopters.” Jonathan Howard with the Florida State Guard Special Mission Unit who is assisting Aerial Recovery says they desperately NEED… pic.twitter.com/EtWrkYtYc4 — I Meme Therefore I Am 🇺🇸 (@ImMeme0) October 2, 2024
Bank of America is currently experiencing a widespread outage. Many customers have reported issues accessing their accounts, with some seeing their balances temporarily showing as zero. The outage began around noon Eastern Time and has affected online and mobile banking, as well as ATM operations in major cities. https://news.yahoo.com/news/bank-america-down-users-report-194057499.html https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/bank-of-america-customers-report-outage-with-some-seeing-0-balances/ar-AA1rBpk7