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The Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue is processing donations for a bail fund to bail out black illegal immigrants, according to the fund’s donation website. The Black Immigrants Bail Fund is a project of the Haitian Bridge Alliance and the African Bureau for Immigration and Social Affairs, and donations are processed by ActBlue, per the donation …
via YAHOO: Germany and the US will put pressure on Ukraine to negotiate with Russia by scaling back weapons deliveries in what would be a major blow to Kyiv’s hopes of victory, German media reported on Friday. Bild, a German tabloid, reported what it described as a “secret” German-American plan to force Ukraine’s hand on …
by confoundedinterest17 The Federal Reserve reminds me of The Stones’ song “Tumbling Dice.” Why? The Fed can’t tell if inflation is cooling or re-accelerating. Hence, they are just rolling dice. Let’s start with mortgage rates, a critical component of the housing and CRE markets. Mortgage rates remain up 163% since 2021, not great for housing affordability. Despite …
As we go into the fall shortage season we’re seeing major issues in dairy, pasta, and in potatoes. Whether you are a Prepper, a homesteader, or a concerned homemaker there are serious issues happening right now.
The decline in holiday hiring to the lowest level in about five years, with only 135,000 hires, reflects shifting consumer behavior. Black Friday, once a bustling shopping event, appeared subdued this year, and retailers face challenges amid changing trends. TD Cowen lowered its U.S. holiday spending estimate due to flat Black Friday traffic, and early …
The New York Police Department (NYPD) is grappling with an alarming exodus as more than 2,500 officers have resigned in 2023. This marks the fourth-highest number in the past decade, reflecting a 43% increase from 2018. New York’s Finest continue to bolt from the job at an alarming rate, according to new data obtained by …
Ministers were accused of a cover-up last night after it was revealed that soldiers did secretly spy on British critics of the Government’s response to Covid. The release of new documents contradict official assertions that a shadowy Army unit had only been monitoring foreign powers. The Mail on Sunday revealed earlier this year that military …
She has integrity. Commendable. In a surprising turn of events, political commentator and author Candace Owens has made headlines by declining ABC’s offer to join the cast of The View, one of the most popular daytime talk shows on television. Owens, known for her outspoken views and conservative stance, cited the show’s perceived toxic environment …
Mitt Romney stating that he would support "anybody" running in the Republican primary except for Donald Trump or @VivekGRamaswamy, and would turn to support "a number of Democrats" if either were to get the Republican nomination…is just the endorsement Vivek needs. #RebelScum👇 pic.twitter.com/zGa6QkJxYQ — Go Vivek Go (@GoViRaLFG) November 25, 2023 RINO of all RINOs …
The latest NBC poll indicates that gun ownership in the United States has reached an unprecedented level, with 52% of households reporting firearm possession. This substantial increase in gun ownership underscores the enduring significance of firearms in American households, signaling a noteworthy shift in the country’s dynamics over the past decade. 🔥A new NBC poll …
Looks like the agent in the video does not want the truth to come out or murders to be stopped. AC
New York City unveiled a pilot program to help homeowners build accessory dwelling units. The city will give lucky homeowners up to $395,000 each to construct the extra unit. The New York State government has also handed out millions of dollars for ADU development. As cities and towns across the country struggle with a housing …
He’s right. pic.twitter.com/bz4QT2YAUS — James Woods (@RealJamesWoods) November 25, 2023
Biden: “I cannot prove what I’m about to say,” but Hamas attacked Israel because I was very close to bringing peace to the region. Biden: “I cannot prove what I’m about to say,” but Hamas attacked Israel because I was very close to bringing peace to the region. pic.twitter.com/m8IfJvlivL — Tom Elliott (@tomselliott) November 24, …
Rochester, New York, resident Cristal Starling was diligently saving money to turn her hot dog stand into a full-fledged food truck business when local police raided her home and confiscated her savings. The reason? Her then-boyfriend was suspected of dealing drugs. The agents found no evidence of her boyfriend’s alleged drug dealing, but they did …
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cP_68dzdThg This has been a rough year for American Banks. Back in March, we saw the collapse of three US banks within a week. That was the biggest banking failure to hit the US since the 2008 financial crisis. By the time the fallout from the Great Recession was over, 600 banks had failed. But …
by AC Companies spamming the hell out of the inbox. Cabela’s sent 8, just today. A pet apparel company dropped prices since this morning. Best Buy cleared space for pallets of TV’s and at just after 2PM, not many were missing from the pallets. Black Friday craziness 😃 I’m curious to see how the retail …
via headlineusa: In fiscal 2022, 28 states didn’t have enough revenue to pay all of their bills, according to the 14th annual Financial State of the States report, published by the Chicago-based nonprofit Truth in Accounting. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the fiscal health of all 50 states based on the latest available data from states’ …
The agreed four-day cease fire between Israel and Hamas starts today. Both camps will release hostages and humanitarian aid will be allowed into Gaza. While perhaps promising to the outside world, both camps make sure to bring across the cease fire is temporary and should not at all be interpreted as a start of the …
via phys.org: A behavioral economist at the University of Bath in the U.K. has found evidence linking higher levels of unwarranted financial optimism with lower levels of cognitive ability. In his study, published in the journal Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, Chris Dawson surveyed thousands of people in the U.K. about their economic outlook and compared their responses …
Viktor Orban’s focus on family-centric policies in Hungary, such as tax cuts for larger families and enhanced family-friendly benefits, has emerged as a distinctive approach. This strategy aims to boost family stability and prioritize increasing birth rates. Orban’s emphasis on these policies underscores the importance of family-centric approaches in sustaining Western culture, in contrast to …
