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In an experiment that sounds like a scene out of the movie ‘Inception,’ REMspace – a California-based startup that designs technology to enhance sleep and lucid dreaming – reportedly exchanged a message between two people who were asleep. The company used ‘specially designed equipment’ which included a ‘server,’ an ‘apparatus,’ ‘Wifi’ and ‘sensors,’ but did …
“In the case of a full-scale war, Brent would likely soar above USD100/bbl, with any potential shut-in of the strait threatening prices of USD150/bbl or more,” Fitch Solutions’ BMI wrote in a note published Wednesday. While the probability of a full-scale war remains “relatively low,” the risks of a misstep by either side are now …
by Michael Did you know that a little town in the mountains of North Carolina is the primary worldwide producer of a substance that makes our modern high tech way of life possible? Without the ultra-pure natural quartz that comes from Spruce Pine, North Carolina we would not have the ultra-sophisticated electronic gadgets that we …
I thought this was interesting and worthy of note, a day that will go down in history. We should have kept some plants going as a backup I think, we will see what the future brings. We already pay the most in the world for energy, 400% more than the USA! UK is the first …
In his 2005 book The Singularity Is Near, Ray Kurzweil predicted that by 2045, machines would become as smart as humans. Due to advancing technology, he’s moved the expected arrival date up to as soon as 2029… Soon we may have digital companions, coaches, motivators and task-mastering robots that will accompany us everywhere. “These are …
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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
“Now let’s talk about gold. Why is gold hitting record highs in almost every fiat currency? Because gold is real money. It’s the only thing standing tall in the face of this global monetary madness. People around the world are losing faith…” https://t.co/FfxaraDU96 — Peter Spina ⚒ GoldSeek | SilverSeek (@goldseek) September 26, 2024 Will …
By Graham Summers, MBA | Chief Market Strategist Outside of the U.S., the world economy is in serious trouble. Europe is teetering on the verge of recession with its collective economy barely growing for three quarters in a row. Germany, the largest most dynamic economy in the EU has only just established a new high in its …
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ former bodyguard revealed the disgraced rap mogul kept tapes of politicians taking part in his infamous ‘freak off’ sessions, and claimed his arrest is tied to an alleged corruption scandal currently gripping New York City politics. Gene Deal, a former insider who protected Diddy through the 1990s, told The Art of Dialogue …
BY DAVID HAGGITH Today’s news, low in meaningful economic content, has a lot to do with yesterday’s editorial. Election tampering is already happening by people who are mailing packets of white powder to election officials to intimidate them. Nothing toxic, just intimidation. Civil war/revolts brewing Now we also have a survey showing that 14% of …
It’s a busy week for central banks worldwide, with a flurry of rate decisions expected. The Federal Reserve’s two-day meeting, starting Tuesday, is likely to steal the spotlight as markets anticipate a potential start to the Fed’s rate-cutting cycle. Traders are largely expecting a quarter-point reduction, though some are betting on a half-point cut. Brazil’s …
The governors continued, “these proposals could erode state sovereignty by granting the WHO’s Director- General the authority to dictate responses to a declared PHEIC, stripping elected representatives of their role in setting public health policies and compelling citizens to comply with WHO directives, potentially including mandates regarding medical treatments.” Notably, the most recent draft of …
by Michael How does it feel to live in one of the most crime-ridden nations on the entire planet? Our major urban areas are absolutely teeming with predators, and millions upon millions of law-abiding citizens are literally afraid to leave their homes at night as a result. Of course at this point it isn’t exactly …
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"Central banks are hoarding gold faster than we've ever seen." https://t.co/J9XZM6jxsg via @dailychartbook pic.twitter.com/Rg9zR1EhiT — Jesse Felder (@jessefelder) August 17, 2024 Gold hits an ATH in US $…ever, and not a mention in the CNBC’s of the world. The US MSM has done a great diservice to its audience by never acknowledging the one asset …
by James Hickman Just as Peter predicted on Wednesday after the monthly inflation report came out, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris almost immediately went into self-congratulatory mode to brag about how great they are at managing the economy. As President Biden told a gathering of reporters on Wednesday, “I said we’re gonna have a soft landing. …
Knock Knock Knock 2,500 bucks … pic.twitter.com/Cnr3A65tzZ — Peter Spina ⚒ GoldSeek | SilverSeek (@goldseek) August 16, 2024 “Gold has shown strong buying on pullbacks, which do not develop into larger consolidation phases,” said Peter Spina, founder and president of https://t.co/cP4ims2omc “This just tells me that the gold market is well supported by the new …
China’s economy has gone flat, and every effort the Communist government has made to pump it up has either failed or barely moved the needle. The Chinese go-go economy of the early years of this century has taken a tumble. The 8% growth from 2010-20 is about half that today at 4.75%. The pandemic was …
Even rightwing governments are joining in with G20-led push to make wealthy pay, with Italy doubling flat tax on foreign income Calls for higher taxes on the super-rich are gaining traction and even conservative governments are joining in. In Rome, ministers in Giorgia Meloni’s rightwing administration have doubled a “flat tax” on foreign income from …
JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and Wells Fargo Under Federal Investigation Over Hundreds of Millions of Dollars in Scams and Fraud on Instant Payments Platform Zelle https://t.co/Pj4ffqcMcR — The Daily Hodl (@TheDailyHodl) August 10, 2024 The agency is responding to complaints that the banks don’t do enough to stop illicit transfers and especially scams, which …
https://twitter.com/nerds4nerds/status/1821980969777463465 Yousaf is projecting his own failure. He has overseen a massive invasion of Scotland and made the life of everyday Scottish citizens much more dangerous. He has done this himself. He is a failed leader and has permanently damaged Scotland. Disgraceful. — Ty’s Tough Talk🇺🇸 (@toughtalkty) August 9, 2024
Forget the sensational headline. Trump is right. 40% of the people in this country are struggling. The media doesn't like to talk about it as usual. — floridanow1 (@floridanow1) August 8, 2024 He warned us. pic.twitter.com/Q8tMkMArmE — Freckled Liberty 🔥 (@FreckledLiberty) August 8, 2024 Our Country right now is in the most dangerous position its …
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A leading Australian swimming coach has led criticism of Pan Zhanle’s stunning 100m freestyle world record after saying the Chinese swimmer’s performance in the pool was “not humanly possible”. Brett Hawke led the international disbelief among some quarters after the 19-year-old stormed to gold in 46.40 seconds to beat nearest rival Kyle Chalmers by more …
Two boxers who were banned from the world championships for being deemed biologically male have been cleared to compete at the Olympics as women. A row has erupted in Paris after it emerged that Imane Khelif, of Algeria, and Lin Yu-Ting, of Taiwan, were thrown out of the tournament last year amid questions over their …
00:25 seconds in Trump says TO THE MOON! TRUMP “I’m laying out my plan to ensure that the United States will be the crypto capital of the planet and the Bitcoin superpower of the World.. if Bitcoin is going to the Moon — as we say— I want America to be the nation that leads …
by confoundedinterest17 Here is a chart of Non-commerciak net positions for US Treasuries, currently showing more bailing out of Treasury positions. Has the world sours on DC’s fiscal train wreck and The Fed? Of course, budget deficits are a disaster with Biden/Congress spending like drunken sailors in port and showing no signs of letting up. …
