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RELIGION NEWS
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- Southern Baptist leaders mistreated abuse survivors for decades, report says(RNS) — A blockbuster report found that SBC lawyers worked for years to protect the institution and demonized abuse survivors and accused a prominent pastor of abusing a colleague's wife. The post Southern Baptist leaders mistreated abuse survivors for decades, report says appeared first on Religion News Service.... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 22, 2022 - 11:45 pm
- Do Buddhist podcasts or meditation apps lead to ‘authentic’ Buddhist practice?(The Conversation) — Here's how to know what's real. The post Do Buddhist podcasts or meditation apps lead to ‘authentic’ Buddhist practice? appeared first on Religion News Service.... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 22, 2022 - 10:59 pm
- Roberto Miranda, pastor of Lion of Judah, prominent Boston church, has died(RNS) — A Harvard-educated pastor who grew a small congregation to one of the most influential evangelical congregations in Boston has died. The post Roberto Miranda, pastor of Lion of Judah, prominent Boston church, has died appeared first on Religion News Service.... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 22, 2022 - 9:44 pm
- 100 years later, Fosdick’s question, ‘Shall the fundamentalists win?’ still echoes(RNS) — The answer, improbable at the time, was, 'Yes, they shall.' The post 100 years later, Fosdick’s question, ‘Shall the fundamentalists win?’ still echoes appeared first on Religion News Service.... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 20, 2022 - 11:00 pm
- Photos of the Week: Aftermath of U.S. mass shootings, Vesak commemorations(RNS) — This week’s photo gallery includes the aftermath of two mass shootings in the United States, Vesak commemorations for Buddhists and more. The post Photos of the Week: Aftermath of U.S. mass shootings, Vesak commemorations appeared first on Religion News Service.... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 20, 2022 - 9:33 pm
- How a witch is using her grandmother’s Slavic magic to aid Ukraine’s war effort(RNS) — Madame Pamita's new book 'Baba Yaga's Book of Witchcraft' was released just after Russia's invasion of Ukraine — 'exactly at the time that it was so needed,' she said. The post How a witch is using her grandmother’s Slavic magic to aid Ukraine’s war effort appeared first on... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 20, 2022 - 8:59 pm
- Los Angeles archdiocese requests sheriff’s campaign ad filmed in church be taken downLOS ANGELES (RNS) — 'The Archdiocese of Los Angeles was not properly informed prior to the filming either by the priest contacted at the parish, or the campaign,' the statement read, adding that it does not endorse political candidates. The post Los Angeles archdiocese requests sheriff’s campaign ad filmed in... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 20, 2022 - 8:54 pm
- With AIPAC funding primary campaigns, young Jewish progressives move further left(RNS) — Young Jews are rejecting establishment-backed Democratic candidates supported by AIPAC, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, a group that supports pro-Israel candidates in both parties. The post With AIPAC funding primary campaigns, young Jewish progressives move further left appeared first on Religion News Service.... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 20, 2022 - 8:23 pm
- Hindu’s classical texts strictly forbid abortion. Here’s why many Hindus don’t.(RNS) — Support for abortion rights is often rooted in the ethic of individual choice. The post Hindu’s classical texts strictly forbid abortion. Here’s why many Hindus don’t. appeared first on Religion News Service.... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 20, 2022 - 8:14 pm
- Citing abortion rights, San Francisco Archbishop bars Pelosi from Communion(RNS) — 'She is not to be admitted to Holy Communion unless and until she publicly repudiate her support for abortion ‘rights’ and confess and receive absolution for her cooperation in this evil in the sacrament of Penance,' Cordileone wrote. The post Citing abortion rights, San Francisco Archbishop bars Pelosi from... Read more »Source: Religion News Service | Published: May 20, 2022 - 7:30 pm
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LGBTQ NEWS
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- Pride In Pictures: LEGO PrideAnd she keeps adding to it every year!... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 22, 2022 - 9:00 pm
- Ron DeSantis’ anti-LGBTQ press secretary rails against fake story about homophobic dogScreenshotThis is hardly the first time that Christina Pushaw has repeated lies to the American public.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 22, 2022 - 7:00 pm
- Trump-appointed judge claims doctors are changing babies’ gender as reason to block Obamacare ruleShutterstockThe judge ruled that a Christian organization can discriminate against adults because doctors have a secret agenda to make infants transgender.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 22, 2022 - 5:00 pm
- Starbucks to pay travel costs for trans employees getting gender-affirming careStarbucks isn't the only employer helping people travel to get abortions or gender-affirming care as states attack the right to health care access.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 22, 2022 - 3:00 pm
- This Week on LGBTQ Twitter: The gay urge to buy rainbow swag & other queer realitiesBeing LGBTQ is expensive. But puns are free.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 22, 2022 - 1:00 pm
- Woman surprises fans by proposing to girlfriend at a basketball gameTwitter screenshotA bizarre purple mascot helped make it all happen.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 21, 2022 - 9:00 pm
- Video captures vandal removing $1,000 in LGBTQ books from roadside libraryScreenshot"There's really only a couple of reasons why [such vandalism] could happen: One is straight-up hate, LGBT hate."... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 21, 2022 - 7:00 pm
- Christian conservatives say new RuPaul dolls are “indoctrinating” kids to become queerFischer-PriceThe perpetually outraged group says the toys are "glamorizing a sinful lifestyle."... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 21, 2022 - 5:00 pm
- The more easily disgusted you are, the more likely you are to be a conservativeRachael TowneThere's a reason why Republican messaging relies heavily on portraying LGBTQ people in disgusting terms. Appealing to the lowest common denominator in the basest terms can be a political winner for those inclined to accept the message.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 21, 2022 - 3:00 pm
- Image of the Week: Praying the gay away(Photo by Hauke-Christian Dittrich/picture alliance via Getty Images)LGBTQ people and allies protested outside of the Bremen Regional Court after a hate preacher was acquitted of trying to stoke violence against the queer community.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 21, 2022 - 1:00 pm
- Pride In Pictures: Celebrating our Anniversary at PrideThey're still going strong!... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 20, 2022 - 9:00 pm
- Judge orders lesbian mother removed from her child’s birth certificateKFOR screenshotSame-sex parents are being encouraged to legally adopt their own children in order to prevent a court from revoking their custodial rights.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 20, 2022 - 8:00 pm
- Heartstopper has been renewed for another two seasons & the internet is exploding with joyNetflixBoy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. ... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 20, 2022 - 7:30 pm
- Eeka Mcleod knows what it’s like to raise a special familyYouTube screenshotGender non-conforming children need and benefit from adults' love, support, and acceptance.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 20, 2022 - 7:10 pm
- Marjorie Taylor Greene says Democrats “want to turn your kids gay”ScreenshotMarjorie Taylor Greene was defending Elon Musk when she said that Republicans, unlike Democrats, don't turn kids gay.... Read more »Source: LGBTQ Nation | Published: May 20, 2022 - 6:00 pm
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ONLY SKY MEDIA – SECULAR MINDS
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- mp3How an Indian film changed my son's life | Jennifer HancockLearning that she didn't know the name or work of the most famous actor in the world sent lifelong movie enthusiast Jennifer Hancock down a rabbit hole into the massive film industry of India. In the process, she found insights about love that are rarely touched in Western cinema—and solved... Read more »Source: Human Story | Published: May 18, 2022 - 10:00 am
- mp3The view from our only life | Dale McGowanHow does a secular perspective change the way you see the world and your life? OnlySky's Dale McGowan asks this question of people attending the American Atheists conference in Atlanta.... Read more »Source: Human Story | Published: May 13, 2022 - 1:00 pm
- mp3For which it stands | Adam LeeMost Americans don’t give a lot of thought to the Pledge of Allegiance. You were taught to say it when you were four or five, and you said it, probably in a droning voice, surrounded by 20 other droning children who likewise hadn’t thought much about it. Whether or not... Read more »Source: Human Story | Published: April 28, 2022 - 1:00 pm
- mp3The apple and the river | Jonathan MS PearcePeople are different. That’s a good thing. But in recent years, it feels like some differences have deepened to the point that we look at friends and family on social media, or even across the dinner table, saying and believing things that are just baffling to us. And we wonder:... Read more »Source: Human Story | Published: February 23, 2022 - 10:00 pm
- mp3Beyond the bitter pill | Hemant Mehta and Notes from AutumnHemant Mehta has been a freethought blogger, author, and speaker for nearly 20 years now, building his blog Friendly Atheist into the largest atheist blog in the world. Just as the pandemic began, he came across a YouTube channel called Notes from Autumn. The host was a young woman and... Read more »Source: Human Story | Published: February 16, 2022 - 10:00 am
- mp3Relax, it’s just the end of the world | George HrabGeorge Hrab spends an unhealthy amount of time thinking about the end of the world. And he’s pretty sure we’ve got it all wrong. Not just the zombies, but the role fear would play both before and after the collapse of civilization.... Read more »Source: Human Story | Published: February 2, 2022 - 10:00 am
- mp3Chasing false wonder | Captain CassidyFrom the time she was young, Captain Cassidy heard promises of wonder. If she did this, or believed that, or avoided a long list of temptations, she would find herself smack in the middle of a world of wonder. She chased that promise from Catholic Maryland to Baptist Alabama to... Read more »Source: Human Story | Published: January 26, 2022 - 12:00 pm
- mp3Getting my own story straight | Dale McGowanThere’s a story in your head, a kind of autobiography. You’ve been writing and revising it all your life. We take the chaos of information from a normal life and create a story that makes sense. Some of it might even be true. But considering who’s telling the story, it’s... Read more »Source: Human Story | Published: January 4, 2022 - 6:00 pm
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POLITICO
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- Experts say Ukraine war shows a new way to feed the world is neededWorld leaders haven’t learned their lesson from past food crises, experts warn.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories |
- Ukraine must 'decide its own future,' Poland’s Duda says during visitIn speech in Kyiv, Polish president criticizes those pushing Ukraine into making concessions.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories |
- Republicans are poised to win the House and Senate. Welcome to our Election Forecast.We rated every race in play in the midterms. Here’s who we think will win.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories |
- ● Pentagon seizes foreign reporter’s phone during official travelThe Air Force is "reviewing" a new mandate that prohibits foreigners from using their electronics during official flights, after the incident.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 23, 2022 - 1:09 am
- ● White House touts use of wartime power to help infant formula manufacturersAbbott Nutrition and Reckitt will get priority for supplies of raw materials used in the production of formula.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 23, 2022 - 12:00 am
- Iran Revolutionary Guard colonel slain in TehranTwo assailants shot Col. Hassan Sayyad Khodaei five times.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 8:02 pm
- A shipment of 78,000 pounds of infant formula arrives in U.S.President Joe Biden allowed the use of Air Force planes for "Operation Fly Formula.”... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 6:13 pm
- Fetterman discharged from hospital“Today I am headed back to Braddock," he said.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 4:33 pm
- U.S. economy is in a ‘period of transition,’ White House economic adviser saysDespite high inflation, the U.S. is “moving from the strongest economic recovery in modern history to what can be a period of more stable and resilient growth,” Brian Deese said.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 3:10 pm
- Taliban enforcing face-cover order for female TV anchorsAfghanistan's rulers have made a hard-line pivot in recent weeks.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 2:50 pm
- Cawthorn did the ‘right thing’ by conceding, RNC chair says“Madison had some issues that came out,” Ronna McDaniel said of his defeat.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 2:21 pm
- Health official on monkeypox: ‘I feel like this is a virus we understand’Ashish Jha said he doesn't expect monkeypox will become a particularly big threat.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 2:12 pm
- Taiwan not included in launch of new Biden Indo-Pacific pactInclusion of the self-ruled island of Taiwan, which China claims as its own, would have irked Beijing.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 11:51 am
- Florida’s firewall against abortion restrictions is in perilThe current Florida Supreme Court is dominated by conservatives, including three appointed by DeSantis.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 11:01 am
- 'No one's paying any attention': The week that Republicans ignored Trump's election liesLosing candidates in Republican primaries this year aren't resorting to the former president's routine.... Read more »Source: Politics, Policy, Political News Top Stories | Published: May 22, 2022 - 11:00 am
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OECD
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- Countries pledge to step up action on climate and environment... Read more »Source: Home - Home page |
- Unemployment in OECD area continues to fall... Read more »Source: Home - Home page |
- COVID-19 assistance lifts foreign aid to all-time high in 2021... Read more »Source: Home - Home page |
- OECD countries advance on 2030 SDG targets – but slowly... Read more »Source: Home - Home page |
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ARMY TIMES – VS
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- ● This week in Congress: Memorial Day marks the start of summer — and a busy month of budget workDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 23, 2022.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 23, 2022 - 2:00 am
- Milley tells West Point cadets technology will transform warThe top U.S. military officer delivered remarks to graduating cadets at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 22, 2022 - 3:32 pm
- Belarusians join war seeking to free Ukraine and themselvesBelarusians are among those who have answered a call for foreign fighters to join the International Legion for the Territorial Defense of Ukraine.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 22, 2022 - 3:17 pm
- How the last VFW post in one city is shaking things upNew Orleans’ last remaining Veterans of Foreign Wars post is breaking the mold.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 22, 2022 - 2:57 pm
- US, South Korea open to expanded military drills to deter NorthU.S. President Joe Biden said cooperation between the U.S. and South Korea shows “our readiness to take on all threats together.”... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 22, 2022 - 1:48 pm
- Lawmakers urge DoD to take action to curb rising commissary pricesStop requiring commissaries to make a profit, lawmakers say.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 20, 2022 - 10:45 pm
- IPPS-A rollout still on track after initial delay, Army saysThe Army says its new master human resources platform is on track for full implementation Sept. 30.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 20, 2022 - 9:41 pm
- Blue Star Museums again offering free admission to troops, families all summerParticipating museums are offering free admission to military families from May 21 through Sept. 5.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 20, 2022 - 9:11 pm
- More nations expected to sign up for Pentagon’s Ukraine aid groupA group of international defense chiefs convened by U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to coordinate military aid for Ukraine is likely to be larger when it meets for the second time on Monday.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 20, 2022 - 8:13 pm
- Wildfire monitoring, other state missions in jeopardy without a Space Guard, these officials saySpace Force officials want to move away from the traditional Guard and Reserve. These colonels say that's a bad idea.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 20, 2022 - 7:46 pm
- Army makes new cohesion assessment teams permanentThe teams use focus groups and on-the-ground interviews to dig deeper than traditional climate surveys.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 20, 2022 - 7:23 pm
- Military commands spent pandemic money on space analytics, IT upgradesThe U.S. military commands responsible for North America misused at least $19 million in COVID-19 relief money on space-related data analytics connected to the Pentagon’s JADC2 endeavor, as well as office information technology upgrades, investigators said.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 20, 2022 - 6:53 pm
- Putin complains about barrage of cyberattacksPutin charged that “an outright aggression has been unleashed against Russia, a war has been waged in the information space.”... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 20, 2022 - 3:01 pm
- Why Latin American partners need a better way to share intel than WhatsAppBetter tools could help with a host of regional problems.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 20, 2022 - 2:57 pm
- Pentagon tech chief wants an ‘all in one’ sensorIt is one of several critical technologies that Heidi Shyu, the undersecretary of defense for research and engineering, included in remarks at SOFIC.... Read more »Source: Army Times | Published: May 19, 2022 - 8:47 pm
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TASK AND PURPOSE
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- The Marine Corps’ legendary training depot will be underwater by 2050U.S. Marine Corps recruits with November 2 Company, 4th Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, and India Company, 3rd Battalion, Recruit Training Regiment, conduct a hike during the Crucible on Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., Dec. 3, 2016. (Lance Cpl. Sarah Stegall/U.S. Marine Corps).Rising sea levels could lead to daily... Read more »Source: Task & Purpose | Published: May 22, 2022 - 8:24 pm
- This Medal of Honor recipient now has a street named after him. It used to be named for a ConfederateFirst Lieutenant John Earl Warren Jr., who won the Medal of Honor for his actions in Vietnam. (DVIDS/Courtesy photo).Fort Hamilton's General Lee Avenue is now John Warren Avenue. The post This Medal of Honor recipient now has a street named after him. It used to be named for a Confederate... Read more »Source: Task & Purpose | Published: May 22, 2022 - 6:24 pm
- An Air Force base’s secret weapon against invasive plants? SheepA dog guides sheep around the fields of Travis Air Force base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Heide Couch).Tactical sheep keep Travis AFB clean and ready. The post An Air Force base’s secret weapon against invasive plants? Sheep appeared first on Task & Purpose.... Read more »Source: Task & Purpose | Published: May 21, 2022 - 9:04 pm
- SOCOM finally found its next-generation personal defense weaponThe Sig Sauer MCX Rattler, which will be the new personal defense weapon for SOCOM.After five years of searching, U.S. Special Operations Command has settled on Sig Sauer's lightweight PDW. The post SOCOM finally found its next-generation personal defense weapon appeared first on Task & Purpose.... Read more »Source: Task & Purpose | Published: May 21, 2022 - 6:41 pm
- VideoAn Air Force general wants to ‘robust’ Guam. What the hell does that mean?(Photo illustration by Paul Szoldra/Task & Purpose, US Air Force photo).Robustin' makes me feel so good. The post An Air Force general wants to ‘robust’ Guam. What the hell does that mean? appeared first on Task & Purpose.... Read more »Source: Task & Purpose | Published: May 20, 2022 - 9:40 pm
- The best 6-person tents for your next camping tripCamp in style with these 6-person tents. The post The best 6-person tents for your next camping trip appeared first on Task & Purpose.... Read more »Source: Task & Purpose | Published: December 22, 2021 - 7:31 pm
- The best 4-person tents for your next camping tripSleep under the stars with the whole family in these spacious 4-person tents. The post The best 4-person tents for your next camping trip appeared first on Task & Purpose.... Read more »Source: Task & Purpose | Published: December 19, 2021 - 6:19 pm
- The best bushcraft knives to carve your way through the wilderness(Matt Sampson)Alone and unafraid with our picks for the best knives for wilderness tasks. The post The best bushcraft knives to carve your way through the wilderness appeared first on Task & Purpose.... Read more »Source: Task & Purpose | Published: April 14, 2021 - 2:10 pm
- The best survival radios to create a lifeline under any circumstancesThe best survival radios to stay informed even when you’re without power or internet connectivity. The post The best survival radios to create a lifeline under any circumstances appeared first on Task & Purpose.... Read more »Source: Task & Purpose | Published: April 13, 2021 - 7:51 pm
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SEVERE WEATHER – EU
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- Weather Forecast: After an unusual cold anomaly over the United States, the weather by the end of the month will turn into Summer modesCurrently, an unusual cold anomaly is starting to move over the United States. But looking ahead, the weather forecast calls for a shift towards a … The post Weather Forecast: After an unusual cold anomaly over the United States, the weather by the end of the month will turn into... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: May 21, 2022 - 1:58 am
- A large Saharan dust cloud heads towards the United States and will affect the southern states this weekendA new large Saharan dust cloud is moving across the Atlantic Ocean. It is currently covering a large portion of the tropical Atlantic, heading for … The post A large Saharan dust cloud heads towards the United States and will affect the southern states this weekend appeared first on Severe... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: May 20, 2022 - 10:53 am
- *Summer 2022 Update* Latest forecast confirms a searing season is ahead for the United States and EuropeSummer 2022 is approaching. It will be under the continued influence of the La Nina, which will create a hotter than normal and drier Summer … The post *Summer 2022 Update* Latest forecast confirms a searing season is ahead for the United States and Europe appeared first on Severe Weather... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: May 14, 2022 - 11:07 pm
- Atlantic Hurricane Season 2022 is forecast to be 7th straight above-average activity with a higher probability of major hurricanes making landfall along the continental United States coastlineAfter the very active and well-above-average Atlantic hurricane season last year, we again forecast that 2022 is likely to be the seventh consecutive above-average season. … The post Atlantic Hurricane Season 2022 is forecast to be 7th straight above-average activity with a higher probability of major hurricanes making landfall along... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: May 14, 2022 - 10:25 am
- 10-Day Forecast: New weather patterns will bring unusually warm weather into parts of the United States and Europe as we head closer to SummerIn the coming weeks, the weather patterns will readjust, creating near Summer-like conditions in the parts of the United States. Parts of western and central … The post 10-Day Forecast: New weather patterns will bring unusually warm weather into parts of the United States and Europe as we head closer... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: May 7, 2022 - 12:57 am
- MAY Weather Forecast: Polar Vortex collapse effect is now subsiding, but what will the new pattern look like, as we head for the last Spring month?The collapse of the Polar Vortex has shaped the weather in the past weeks. But now the latest forecasts show that these effects are diminishing … The post MAY Weather Forecast: Polar Vortex collapse effect is now subsiding, but what will the new pattern look like, as we head for... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: May 1, 2022 - 4:31 am
- ENSO Weather: La Nina has strangely reversed its collapse, but how will it now impact the weather as we head towards the Summer and into the late year?La Nina has defied its breakdown in the tropical Pacific Ocean. Cold anomalies are for now stable, extending their weather influence into the Summer season. … The post ENSO Weather: La Nina has strangely reversed its collapse, but how will it now impact the weather as we head towards the... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: April 25, 2022 - 4:30 am
- Another Major Winter Storm with snow heads for the northern U.S. and southern Canada, with more severe weather for the Great Plains and MidwestMother Nature almost repeats itself late this week, as yet another major winter storm develops across the United States. For the third time in less … The post Another Major Winter Storm with snow heads for the northern U.S. and southern Canada, with more severe weather for the Great Plains... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: April 21, 2022 - 4:19 pm
- *Summer forecast 2022* First look at Summer reveals a scorching season is developing for the United States and Europe, as the La Nina still persistsThe Summer season of 2022 will be under the continued influence of the La Nina, as the jet stream pattern over North America and the … The post *Summer forecast 2022* First look at Summer reveals a scorching season is developing for the United States and Europe, as the La... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: April 14, 2022 - 10:21 am
- A major winter storm develops over the U.S. this week, bringing cold, snow, and winds for the north, severe weather outbreaks for the south as tornado season ramps upAn unseasonably intense winter storm is expected to develop all facets of severe weather across a large portion of the United States this week. Heavy … The post A major winter storm develops over the U.S. this week, bringing cold, snow, and winds for the north, severe weather outbreaks for... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: April 10, 2022 - 1:42 am
- *April Forecast* Weather patterns are now adjusting to the Polar Vortex collapse, creating a weak jet stream as we head deeper into SpringApril weather across the Northern Hemisphere will be shaped by the Polar Vortex collapse event from last month. Unseasonably cold weather events will continue over … The post *April Forecast* Weather patterns are now adjusting to the Polar Vortex collapse, creating a weak jet stream as we head deeper into... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: April 7, 2022 - 3:04 am
- The Gulf Stream continues to slow down, new data shows, with freshwater creating an imbalance in the current, pushing it closer to a Collapse pointThe Gulf Stream has weakened substantially in the past decades, as revealed by the latest data and new studies. Weather in the United States and … The post The Gulf Stream continues to slow down, new data shows, with freshwater creating an imbalance in the current, pushing it closer to... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: April 2, 2022 - 6:49 pm
- The Cold Season weather is forecast to return with snow and freezing return for parts of Europe as we head into early April this weekendEurope is ending the first month of meteorological spring season 2022 with a massive cold wave this week, forecast to extend into early April. A … The post The Cold Season weather is forecast to return with snow and freezing return for parts of Europe as we head into early... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: March 30, 2022 - 8:43 pm
- A new massive Saharan dust cloud is forecast to spread into central Europe this weekAbout 14 days ago, historic amounts of Saharan dust have spread into southwestern parts of Europe, turning skies and snow into apocalyptic, desert-like scenery. The … The post A new massive Saharan dust cloud is forecast to spread into central Europe this week appeared first on Severe Weather Europe.... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: March 28, 2022 - 11:40 pm
- *Winter 2021/2022 Rundown* Unusual cold weather dynamics and strong warm anomalies, forged between by the Ocean and the AtmosphereWinter 2021/2022 is officially over. We will make a rundown of this very dynamic cold season, looking at the many cold and warm anomalies across … The post *Winter 2021/2022 Rundown* Unusual cold weather dynamics and strong warm anomalies, forged between by the Ocean and the Atmosphere appeared first on... Read more »Source: Severe Weather Europe | Published: March 26, 2022 - 3:12 am
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DEFENCE NEWS
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- More nations expected to sign up for Pentagon’s Ukraine aid groupA group of international defense chiefs convened by U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to coordinate military aid for Ukraine is likely to be larger when it meets for the second time on Monday.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 20, 2022 - 8:13 pm
- Military commands spent pandemic money on space analytics, IT upgradesThe U.S. military commands responsible for North America misused at least $19 million in COVID-19 relief money on space-related data analytics connected to the Pentagon’s JADC2 endeavor, as well as office information technology upgrades, investigators said.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 20, 2022 - 6:53 pm
- Winning in Ukraine: a French perspectiveBesides their military support for Kyiv, France and Germany are also mindful of leaving the door open to a negotiated settlement of the conflict.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 20, 2022 - 6:05 pm
- Pentagon making progress on cybersecurity amid challenges, watchdog says“Safeguarding federal computer systems has been a longstanding concern,” the GAO wrote in a May 19 memo to congressional committees, noting cybersecurity has been “on our high-risk list since 1997.”... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 20, 2022 - 4:06 pm
- Why Latin American partners need a better way to share intel than WhatsAppBetter tools could help with a host of regional problems.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 20, 2022 - 2:57 pm
- Republicans lay battle lines over Biden’s plan to retire B83 megaton bombCongressional Republicans are pushing back against the president’s plan to retire an aging nuclear weapon, decrying the effort during a series of hearings this week dedicated to the administration’s fiscal 2023 budget request for nuclear forces and atomic energy.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 9:11 pm
- Pentagon tech chief wants an ‘all in one’ sensorIt is one of several critical technologies that Heidi Shyu, the undersecretary of defense for research and engineering, included in remarks at SOFIC.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 8:47 pm
- Ukraine getting battalion’s worth of artillery in new $100 million aid packageThe U.S. is sending Ukraine another $100 million in military assistance, including heavy artillery and counter-artillery radars, the Biden administration announced Thursday.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 8:39 pm
- Lasers, water landings, crewless ops: Upgrades are coming for the C-130 familyThe 1960s-era design continues to transform.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 8:36 pm
- Israel launches Edge of Tomorrow program to improve lethality, bring in new techEdge of Tomorrow is meant to ultimately deliver thousands of systems, as well as technology later developed based on those systems, for operational use.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 8:32 pm
- What’s new in Navy and Marine Corps unmanned boatsThe more the Navy experiments with unmanned systems, the more it's learning what it needs — and what it doesn't.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 8:29 pm
- Why a ‘Buy Allied’ approach mattersThere are at least four essential reasons why making the U.S. aerospace and defense industry exclusively “Made in America” is neither feasible nor desirable.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 6:38 pm
- British military feels out industry for helicopter buy worth over $1 billionThe New Medium Helicopter competition will likely be colored by the question of which company can generate jobs and skills for the country.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 6:00 pm
- Here are the high-end weapons Zelenskyy hopes the new Ukraine aid bill will provideThe Senate has passed a $40 billion aid package for Ukraine that will enable the Biden administration to transfer more advanced, high-end weapons systems in order to counter Russia.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 5:25 pm
- Colombia to buy 12 French-made Caesar howitzersThe acquisition is part of the country’s effort to modernize and to increase its conventional military capabilities for countering insurgencies and drug trafficking.... Read more »Source: Defense News | Published: May 19, 2022 - 5:13 pm
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- ● LGBTQ+ author Benjamin Dean set to bring The Secret Sunshine Project to School Diversity WeekAuthor Benjamin Dean has partnered up with the LGBTQ+ youth charity Just Like Us for their annual School Diversity Week event. From 20 June to 24 June, the UK-wide celebration… The post LGBTQ+ author Benjamin Dean set to bring The Secret Sunshine Project to School Diversity Week appeared first on... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 23, 2022 - 2:37 am
- ● Comedian John Mulaney faces fan backlash for having Dave Chappelle as his openerComedian John Mulaney has been slammed by fans for including Dave Chappelle in his recent comedy show. Back in October 2021, Netflix released Chappelle’s comedy special, The Closer. In the… The post Comedian John Mulaney faces fan backlash for having Dave Chappelle as his opener appeared first on GAY TIMES.... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 23, 2022 - 12:24 am
- VideoHayley Kiyoko confirms relationship with Bachelor star Becca Tilley in new music videoPop superstar Hayley Kiyoko has confirmed her relationship with Bachelor star Becca Tilley in her new music video. Over the last few years, the openly gay talent has cultivated a… The post Hayley Kiyoko confirms relationship with Bachelor star Becca Tilley in new music video appeared first on GAY TIMES.... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 22, 2022 - 10:30 pm
- New Hampshire’s Republican governor vows to veto harmful anti-LGBTQ+ billThe governor of New Hampshire, Chris Sununu, has promised to veto the state’s harmful anti-LGBTQ+ bill in a new statement. Over the last few months, anti-LGBTQ+ legislation has been sweeping… The post New Hampshire’s Republican governor vows to veto harmful anti-LGBTQ+ bill appeared first on GAY TIMES.... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 22, 2022 - 8:24 pm
- VideoJonathan Groff says he was “ashamed” of his sexuality before role in HBO’s LookingJonathan Groff has opened up about his challenging coming out process in a brand new interview. If you’re a lover of musical theatre, then there’s a high chance you’re aware… The post Jonathan Groff says he was “ashamed” of his sexuality before role in HBO’s Looking appeared first on GAY... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 22, 2022 - 3:45 am
- US consular official finally allowed access to detained WNBA star Brittney Griner in RussiaA US official has met with WNBA star Brittney Griner for the second time since her initial detainment in Russia. In February, the American basketball star was detained after she… The post US consular official finally allowed access to detained WNBA star Brittney Griner in Russia appeared first on GAY... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 22, 2022 - 12:26 am
- VideoComedian Kate McKinnon set to leave SNL after season 47 finaleComedian Kate McKinnon is expected to leave Saturday Night Live after the show’s 47th season. Since its debut in 1975, SNL has made a lasting mark in the comedy TV… The post Comedian Kate McKinnon set to leave SNL after season 47 finale appeared first on GAY TIMES.... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 21, 2022 - 10:32 pm
- VideoThe first trailer for Love, Victor season 3 is here and it’s an emotional rideGrab your tissues, the first trailer for the final season of Love, Victor has arrived. After nearly a year of waiting, fans of the series have finally been given a… The post The first trailer for Love, Victor season 3 is here and it’s an emotional ride appeared first on... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 21, 2022 - 8:26 pm
- Drag Race All Stars 7’s game-changing new format is the best twist everThe post Drag Race All Stars 7’s game-changing new format is the best twist ever appeared first on GAY TIMES.... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 20, 2022 - 4:53 pm
- Exclusive: Drag Race España star Juriji Der Klee has no ‘regrets’ about UntuckedThe post Exclusive: Drag Race España star Juriji Der Klee has no ‘regrets’ about Untucked appeared first on GAY TIMES.... Read more »Source: GAY TIMES | Published: May 20, 2022 - 3:51 pm
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- State Policy Weekly Update 5/20/2022This week's update highlights legislative developments in Delaware, Rhode Island, Louisiana and Massachusetts! The post State Policy Weekly Update 5/20/2022 appeared first on NORML.... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 20, 2022 - 3:50 pm
- Delaware: House Members Pause Action on Marijuana Retail Bill Until After Legislative BreakFor the second time this legislative session, members of the House have advanced legislation to establish a regulated, adult-use cannabis market. The post Delaware: House Members Pause Action on Marijuana Retail Bill Until After Legislative Break appeared first on NORML.... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 19, 2022 - 11:11 pm
- Rhode Island: Lawmakers Advance Adult-Use Legalization Bill“This is an important first step in the process of ending all penalties for cannabis possession and ensuring Rhode Islanders have access to regulated and tested cannabis products, just like New Englanders already have in neighboring states,” says Jax James, NORML’s State Policy Manager. The post Rhode Island: Lawmakers Advance... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 19, 2022 - 2:53 pm
- NORML PAC Endorsed John Fetterman Wins PA Senate Primary in LandslideNORML PAC endorsed US Senate candidate John Fetterman won the state’s Democratic primary by a large margin. The post NORML PAC Endorsed John Fetterman Wins PA Senate Primary in Landslide appeared first on NORML.... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 18, 2022 - 1:13 am
- Ohio: No Opportunity for Voters to Decide on Marijuana Legalization Until 2023Commenting on the settlement, a spokesperson for the Coalition to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol said, "To be certain: we aren’t going anywhere and are undeterred in our goal to legalize cannabis for all adults in Ohio.” The post Ohio: No Opportunity for Voters to Decide on Marijuana Legalization Until 2023 appeared... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 17, 2022 - 6:07 pm
- Study: Young Adults’ Consumption of Alcohol, Cigarettes, Other Substances Fell Following Marijuana LegalizationInvestigators reported, “Contrary to concerns about spillover effects, implementation of legalized non-medical cannabis coincided with decreases in alcohol and cigarette use and pain reliever misuse.” The post Study: Young Adults’ Consumption of Alcohol, Cigarettes, Other Substances Fell Following Marijuana Legalization appeared first on NORML.... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 17, 2022 - 4:01 pm
- Status Update: 2022 Ballot Initiatives and ReferendumsVoters in several states are anticipated to decide on marijuana-related ballot measures in November. Here is an update of where those efforts currently stand. The post Status Update: 2022 Ballot Initiatives and Referendums appeared first on NORML.... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 14, 2022 - 8:02 pm
- Nearly a Quarter of Senate Members Send Bipartisan Letter Urging Congressional Leadership to Keep SAFE Banking in Pending Legislative PackageA bipartisan group of 24 Senators stood up for public safety and for greater economic opportunities for legal cannabis businesses today by sending a letter to leadership in both chambers of Congress asking them to include cannabis banking reform language in broad legislation currently being debated in conference committee. The... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 13, 2022 - 5:02 pm
- State Policy Weekly Update 5/13/2022This week's update highlights legislative advancement in California, Delaware, Louisiana, New Jersey, and more! The post State Policy Weekly Update 5/13/2022 appeared first on NORML.... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 13, 2022 - 3:40 pm
- Delaware Legislature Approves Legislation to Remove Penalties for Adult Marijuana PossessionThe Delaware Senate approved legislation to remove criminal and civil penalties for adult possession of limited quantities of marijuana. In a 13-7-1 vote, the upper chamber voted to pass HB 371, which legalized the possession of up to one ounce of marijuana for individuals aged 21 or older. The post... Read more »Source: NORML | Published: May 12, 2022 - 11:33 pm
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- China’s Defectors From Western ModernizationThe post China’s Defectors From Western Modernization appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 20, 2022 - 1:52 pm
- Fight Inflation With Surplus, Not ScarcityThe post Fight Inflation With Surplus, Not Scarcity appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 19, 2022 - 4:03 pm
- A Messiah Won’t Save UsThe post A Messiah Won’t Save Us appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 17, 2022 - 4:00 pm
- Another Kind Of Democratic FutureThe post Another Kind Of Democratic Future appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 13, 2022 - 3:33 pm
- The NFT Funhouse MirrorThe post The NFT Funhouse Mirror appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 13, 2022 - 1:00 pm
- A Movement That’s Quietly Reshaping Democracy For The BetterThe post A Movement That’s Quietly Reshaping Democracy For The Better appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 12, 2022 - 3:32 pm
- Back Down To The CountrysideThe post Back Down To The Countryside appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 10, 2022 - 5:23 pm
- From Military Junta To Citizens’ AssembliesThe post From Military Junta To Citizens’ Assemblies appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 6, 2022 - 1:11 pm
- The Surprisingly Sophisticated Mind Of An InsectThe post The Surprisingly Sophisticated Mind Of An Insect appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 5, 2022 - 6:44 pm
- Why It’s Time To Uncover The Surprises Hiding In Our DNAThe post Why It’s Time To Uncover The Surprises Hiding In Our DNA appeared first on NOEMA.... Read more »Source: NOEMA | Published: May 4, 2022 - 2:45 pm