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Jordan Chariton interviewed Sil Caggiano, a Hazardous Waste Expert and former Battalion Chief of the Youngstown Fire Department, about the Moss Landing California Lithium battery plant fire that has sickened local residents and potentially threatened local vegetable crops that serve 70% of America. Caggiano explains why the EPA’s assurances to the public of no health …
by Michael We are facing an unprecedented retirement crisis in this nation. Millions upon millions of Baby Boomers are retiring, and most of them are struggling. In fact, it has been estimated that 80 percent of our retirees are either struggling right now or are in serious danger of falling into financial insecurity. We are supposed to …
The U.S. economy is on a collision course with hyperinflation and a currency reset as reckless government spending spirals out of control. Discover why stagflation and hyperinflation are inevitable, what history teaches us about economic collapse, and how you can safeguard your wealth. Learn why physical assets like gold and silver are your best defense …
by Michael The past couple of weeks have been really, really strange. On New Year’s Eve, four of the most iconic buildings in the entire country were all hit by lightning. In our political capital, the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol were hit. In our financial capital, the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center were …
by Michael Signs that we were once a truly great nation are all around us. Previous generations of Americans handed us the keys to the most magnificent domestic infrastructure that the world had ever seen, but now it is literally falling apart all around us. Thousands of bridges are structurally deficient and there have already been …
The man currently occupying the White House residence has decided to insult his successor and victims of his regime’s persecution one last time. As Axios reported, Joe Biden will award the second highest civilian medal to 20 individuals today. These include the leaders of the January 6th select committee, Liz Cheney and Rep. Bennie Thompson …
how the bubble of U.S. outperformance versus the rest of the world will pop. While Wall Street bulls point to strong earnings, Sharma said the record is less impressive after adjusting for government spending and the handful of tech giants with massive valuations, adding that “supernormal profits” tend to return to normal amid competition. “Growth …
By Brandon Smith The term “False Flag” gets thrown around rather haphazardly these days and it’s important to recognize that a real false flag requires a particular end result – The public blaming the wrong culprit for an event that someone else (usually our own government) perpetrated. When it comes to the increasing fervor over …
Lord & Taylor is looking to reclaim its position in retail with a sweeping new strategy that will see it blend nostalgia with modernity. The iconic department store is launching a rebrand to bring back what was old as new, with plans including to reinstate its iconic cursive logo. The storied retailer is determined to …
WATCH: Mitch McConnell, 82, claims he is not responsible for the managed decline of the US ‘America will not be made great again by those who are content to manage our decline’ Mitch is the longest-serving Senate party leader in American historypic.twitter.com/dVYOZbrQWq — Wendell Husebø (@WendellHusebo) December 8, 2024 “Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-KY) displaced blame …
“The projects” I’ll NVR forget the old starret city in Brooklyn. Literally a war zone Jimmy Carter had made some law, that when you build new residential communities builders had to include a section minimum 10 public housing units or something like that. Can’t recall but I’m close . (My dad was in that line …
"Dump your gold, sell all the US gold and buy bitcoin, then the trade is free. You will demonetize the entire gold asset class and our enemies hold gold in their banks so their assets would go to zero, our assets would go to a hundred trillion dollars." @saylor https://t.co/nl4NDOtPrz pic.twitter.com/IZMv6qVHAw — Adelgary (@Adelgary) December …
U.S. regulators have approved a nonstop stock exchange to begin operations in the country, which is expected to boost overnight liquidity available to traders. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in Washington on Sept. 18, 2008. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images “24 Exchange announced today that it has received approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission …
The violent Venezuelan super gang Tren de Aragua has expanded to take foothold in 16 states across the US, Homeland Security officials have warned. Tren de Aragua (TdA) territory now covers half of America’s population, posing challenges for law enforcement agencies across the US who are trying to combat the mob’s wave of crime. The …
Donald Trump’s decisive victory last week came as a shock to many. The president-elect looks likely to win the popular vote, having run up totals not only in the swing states but also in deep-blue strongholds. Most surprisingly, the Trump campaign put cracks in Democrats’ dominance of big cities. In fact, Trump most overperformed in …
by Kevin Hughes The shoplifting “epidemic” in the United States is still on the rise. Major retailers and industry associations have for the past few years been sounding the alarm about the increase in organized retail crime. Horror stories – complete with high-quality video evidence – of organized and devastating smash-and-grabs are easily available online and regularly go viral …
by naturalnews Economic experts are warning that whoever ends up winning the election will face an uphill battle when it comes to the American economy, and many of the solutions both candidates have put forth to address issues plaguing the economy could end up causing unintended problems. Right now, many Americans are unhappy with the …
The percentage of Americans who say they have a great deal or a fair amount of trust in the mass media has fallen to a record low, according to a new Gallup survey. The percentage of Americans who say they have a great deal or a fair amount of trust in the mass media has …
Aaron Rice has two logos tattooed on his left leg: one from the plumbing business he co-founded more than a decade ago, and another from the private-equity-backed company that recently bought it. Few businesses are as vital to their customers as local plumbing, heating or air-conditioning companies—especially in places like Tucson, Ariz., where Rice works …
by James Hickman If you’ve ever been on a road trip through Pennsylvania, Ohio, or Indiana, you’ve probably driven past a billboard advertising Amish furniture, quilts, or cheese. You may have even driven past a horse and buggy, driven by someone who looks straight out of the 1800s. The Amish are a Christian sect known for …
JPMorgan CEO on America When asked about his optimism regarding America, Jamie Dimon had much to say. Discussing areas where the country has fallen short, he focused on the struggles of the poorest Americans: "Their schools aren't graduating their kids, they're dying 10 years… pic.twitter.com/UVSXhQi8wf — Reef Insights (@ReefInsights) September 25, 2024
The index includes all savings of the population, businesses, and governments. Now the United States relies solely on foreign investment. Source: https://research.gavekal.com/chart/week-38-2024/ h/t pure_psycho
An India-based hotel operator is to purchase America’s most popular motel chain in a $525 million all-cash deal. The deal will see budget motel chain Motel 6 being acquired by the parent company of Oyo, a hotel operator based in India. The New York-based investment firm Blackstone, which owns Motel 6’s parent company G6 Hospitality …
by Michael Large businesses are declaring bankruptcy at a staggering rate, and yet we are being told over and over again that the economy is just fine. Needless to say, most of the country isn’t buying it. Survey after survey has shown that most Americans believe that the economy is on the wrong track. But those that …
What’s going on with housing? Home sales plunge to a record low – record high prices in many parts of the nation, combined with steep mortgage rates have led to a standoff between buyers and sellers. How much is a home really worth if no one can buy it? Image via Haley Hamilton From Peter Reagan …
by confoundedinterest17 08/24/2024•Mises Wire•Daniel Lacalle Price controls, higher taxes, government intervention, and subsidies paid for by printing a constantly devalued currency. These are the essential pillars of “21st century socialism” and the radical left Peronism that obliterated Argentina. These are also the main elements of the economic plan presented by Kamala Harris and the Democratic Party. Undoubtedly, …
Dolton in Crisis: Lightfoot reveals alleged misuse of funds by Mayor Tiffany Henyard DOLTON, Ill. – In a jaw-dropping meeting on Thursday night, former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot presented initial findings from her investigation into the Village of Dolton’s ‘dire’ financial situation. The bombshell report delved into the spending habits of Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard …
The American restaurant industry, once dominated by well-established chains that appeared immune to economic ups and downs, is now undergoing a significant transformation. In recent years, a trend known as the “restaurant apocalypse” has been causing numerous closures, bankruptcies, and financial challenges. Long-time favorites like Burger King, Wendy’s, Boston Market, Red Lobster, and Popeyes face …
