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America First News
10 Jun 2023
#illegals
Breitbart: Report: NYC Mayor Eric Adams to Cut Services for New Yorkers So Migrants Can Stay in Hotels for Free
NYC Mayor Eric Adams is funneling billions to hotel industry for housing newly arrived illegal aliens, leaving public services at risk of cuts. The hotel industry is profiting millions, potentially billions, from the lucrative contracts, with some being paid daily rates far above market rates. New Yorkers are paying $256 every day, on average, to provide free hotel rooms to each migrant family, vastly more than what the city pays to provide housing for homeless New Yorkers.
#society
The Epoch Times: Millions Who Died at the Hands of Communism Honored in Washington
The Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation held their 16th annual wreath-laying ceremony in Washington D.C. on Friday to honour the millions of people who lost their lives to communism around the world. The event paid tribute to the over 100 million victims of communism during the past century, and the people who still suffer under communist regimes, such as China. The VOC is a non-profit established by bipartisan legislation and signed by President Bill Clinton, to educate people about communism’s ideology, history, and legacy, and to advocate for the freedom of those still held captive in communist countries. The event emphasized the importance of not overlooking the sacrifices made by people who suffered under communist regimes, and the leaders of the free world need a better understanding of communism.
At the event, Elizabeth Edwards Spalding, chairman of the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation, said there needs to be more done to inform the public and raise awareness about the perils of communism, especially given that socialist and communist ideas continue to influence government policies and social movements worldwide. More awareness is needed, and Western governments and companies need to disinvest from China, to keep chipping away at the Chinese Communist Party. Bhuchung Tsering, a Tibetan writer and human rights activist, received the Truman-Reagan Medal of Freedom for his efforts to bring freedom and democracy to Tibetans living under communist tyranny. The VOC objective is to educate people and change perceptions about communism in American classrooms. “Our mission is to educate American citizens and citizens around the world about the true history of communism,” said VOC CEO Ken Pope, citing China’s communist government as an example of a regime that engages in atrocities such as genocide, reeducation camps, sterilizations, and forced organ harvesting.
#foreignaffairs
The Epoch Times: Japan, Australia, US to Fund Undersea Cable Connection in Micronesia to Counter China's Influence
Japan, the United States, and Australia have agreed to an undersea cable project linking East Micronesia island nations. The $95 million project will connect the Federated States of Micronesia, Kiribati, and Nauru to Pohnpei, an existing cable landing point. The move is seen as an attempt by Japan, the US, and Australia to strengthen cooperation with Pacific Island nations and counter Beijing's economic and security influence in the region. The cable, expected to be completed by 2025, will improve communications in the Indo-Pacific region. NEC Corp. won the contract after a competitive tender.
The Epoch Times: Senators Call on TikTok CEO to Explain 'Inaccurate' Statements About How Company Manages US Data
U.S. senators demand explanation from TikTok CEO on storage and access to U.S. user data after reports of sensitive information being shared on an internal messaging app. TikTok has stated that data is stored on servers in Virginia and Singapore, but the company's Chinese ownership has raised questions about who can access the data and from where. The company has been promoting its Project Texas plan to store U.S. user data on servers owned by Oracle, and has deleted historic U.S. user data from non-Oracle servers.
#economy
Townhall: Biden’s Backdoor Student Loan Bailout Threatens to Soak Taxpayers
President Biden's attempt to cancel student debt has been rejected by the Senate and opposed by the American public. The Supreme Court is expected to rule against Biden's plan, which has led Biden's Department of Education to use a class-action lawsuit as a backdoor for federal student loan bailouts, burdening taxpayers with at least $6 billion. The relief originally sought in the lawsuit asked DOE to only review the backlog of claims and rule on them individually but the settlement proposal is expected to grant mass student loan forgiveness to 200,000 borrowers. Members of Congress are concerned about DOE's motives and that the settlement may be "improperly influenced by political considerations and conflicts of interest."
#culture
Spectator USA: It’s not clear why About Architecture exists
The UK Ministry of Leveling Up struggles with balancing original thinking and building regulations for great design in architecture. Architecture critic Hugh Pearman's book About Architecture could help with the lack of intelligent discussion and confusion, but falls short of the wit and conceptual structures provided by past architectural commentators. The book follows building types and offers personal choices of notable examples from around the world. However, the descriptions lack delight and the lack of interesting cross-references and cultural context is irksome.
Spectator USA: The squabble over the Benin Bronzes
Cambridge University is considering transferring ownership of 116 "Benin Bronzes" to Nigeria, following a movement by museums to dispose of or hide "shameful" objects. The University agreed to this in principle before a request was formally made by the “Federal Republic of Nigeria” in January 2022 and the clear understanding was that the bronzes would become state property to be held in a public museum. However, the decision has been postponed until October due to complex issues it raises. At no point were any African specialists consulted and obtaining a proper valuation was deemed difficult to do.
#health
Townhall: Where There's Smoke There's Hysteria
The air quality is poor in Toronto and New York City due to smoke from wildfires. Some are warning against spending time outdoors, but the author believes the risk is minimal and that some risk is necessary for a fulfilling life.
#crime
The Epoch Times: Under House Arrest, Fake Heiress Anna 'Delvey' Sorokin Launches Podcast to Rehab Public Image
Anna Sorokin, who was convicted of multiple counts of theft and larceny for a $275,000 scam, has started a podcast to create productive rule-breaking after her time served in prison. She launched "The Anna Delvey Show" to tell her side of the story and clear her reputation of being a con artist and a scammer. Sorokin's podcast features celebrities such as "Pharma Bro" Martin Shkreli, Ottessa Moshfegh, and Julia Fox, and will cover her fraud case as well as real-life stories of productive rule-breaking. It aims to re-imagine her public image, inspired by several people who became famous for bad things and then transitioned to something different.
The Epoch Times: Clerk Charged With Murder at Detroit Gas Station Weeks After Similar Shooting in City
Another fatal shooting occurred at a Detroit gas station as a clerk shot Anthony McNary through the door. The clerk refused to let McNary pay for a beef stick, removed from his pocket, and locked the door before shooting him. Defense argues that the clerk may have been threatened. This marks another fatal shooting at a Detroit gas station, though this one was related to disputes with customers. Al-Gaham, the clerk, was ordered to jail without bond.
#sports
Forbes: Rafael Devers Owning Gerrit Cole Narrative Persists As Red Sox And Yankees Resume Rivalry
Rafael Devers dominated Gerrit Cole once again, hitting two home runs in the Red Sox's 3-2 win over the Yankees. Cole has given up six home runs to Devers, who seems to be his kryptonite. Despite the rivalry losing its buzz, the narrative remains focused on Cole being owned by Devers.
Devers' success against Cole continued as he hit two homers in the first of the 13-game season series. Manager Alex Cora clarified Devers' health status, describing him as "banged up" before confirming he was fine. Devers has hit 20 career homers against the Yankees and 10 in Yankee Stadium. Every pitcher has his nemesis, and Cole is struggling to figure out Devers, who seems to hit every pitch thrown his way.
#science
Fox News: Florida’s ‘Dr. Deep Sea’ resurfaces after 100 days living underwater, shattering previous record
Dr. Joseph Dituri spent 100 days living and researching underwater at Jules' Undersea Lodge in Florida, breaking the previous record of 73 days. His stay was designed to benefit ocean researchers and astronauts on future long-term missions. Dituri documented his experience on Instagram and plans to present his findings at November’s World Extreme Medicine Conference in Scotland.
#other
The Epoch Times: Jury Returns $63 Million Verdict After Finding Chevron Covered up Toxic Pit on California Land
Chevron has been ordered to pay 63m in compensation to Kevin Wright, a man who unknowingly built his house on top of a toxic chemical pit. Chevron subsidiary, Union Oil Company of California, operated a sump pit for oil and gas production, a process that left the carcinogenic chemical, benzene, on the land Wright bought and built his house on. The jury said Chevron deliberately destroyed or hid risk information related to the land until it was too late for Wright, who was later diagnosed with cancer. However, Chevron said Union Oil Company would appeal the judgment.
Townhall: Is Europe Waking Up From the Net Zero Nightmare?
French President Macron urges EU to halt further regulations on industries, citing risks to prosperity. He believes Europe is ahead of the Americans and Chinese in regulatory terms. Dutch Farmer-Citizen’s Movement appeals to rural and urban residents to challenge government's green initiatives. Italy's first female Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni drives opposition to green idol mandates, claiming carbon dioxide emissions can be lowered without sacrificing economic growth and development. An American Inflation Reduction Act has put European governments and businesses in a bind, forcing them to ramp up green subsidies or risk deindustrialization. Despite the "thaw" in Europe, hardly any European politician is grappling with disparities in global temperature data.
The Epoch Times: Changes Proposed to Take 'Guilt' out of Australian Food Delivery
Uber is aiming to cut 80% of unnecessary plastic waste by 2025 and eliminate petrol-powered delivery vehicles from its Uber Eats platform by 2040. This will require more than 50,000 restaurants partnering with Uber Eats in Australia and New Zealand to replace plastic packaging with reusable, recyclable or compostable items. The company will work with partners including the World Wildlife Fund to create guidelines for the eco-friendly paraphernalia. In addition, Uber will test a feature allowing users to search for restaurants that use sustainable packaging. The initiative seeks to align Uber Eats with Uber's goal of attaining net-zero emissions by 2040.