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23 Jun 2023
#politics
Flag And Cross: Binance Lawyers Accuse SEC Of Breaking Conduct Rules In Lawsuit
Attorneys for Binance, Binance.US, and CEO Changpeng Zhao criticize the SEC for releasing misleading information and not adhering to applicable rules. The attorneys oppose an order mandating all parties in the lawsuit to return to the US and argue that the SEC's press release was designed to sow confusion in the market. They also claim that the SEC has no evidence that Binance.US customer assets were dissipated, commingled or misused in any way.
The Epoch Times: DeSantis Uses Town Hall Format to Connect With South Carolina Voters
GOP presidential candidate Ron DeSantis spoke to a crowd of about 400 people for nearly two hours in a South Carolina campaign stop. DeSantis covered a variety of topics, including his battle against lockdown policies during the pandemic, his war on wokeness and the decline of the military, and the Biden administration’s weakness on issues such as the southern border and the challenge of China, the economy, and protecting individual rights. DeSantis also commented on his recent visit to San Francisco, where he saw a “civilization in decline” resulting from leftist politicians imposing leftist ideology. DeSantis pledged support for law enforcement and criticized efforts to defund the police, stating that with a Republican legislature and him sitting as governor, defunding decisions wouldn’t happen at the state level in Florida. He spoke about his state’s initiatives to improve civics education and its law allowing medical marijuana, cautioning that it is bad for young people and hurts workforce readiness. DeSantis also discussed changes at New College in Sarasota, which he rebranded after instituting conservative trustees and eliminating immersion in critical race theory and diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The Epoch Times: Democrats, Republicans Weigh In on Durham’s Findings After Congressional Hearing
Special counsel John Durham's report on the FBI's 2016 investigation into then-candidate Donald Trump's campaign has led to differing opinions amongst lawmakers. The report found that the initial investigation was rushed and that FBI personnel were sometimes careless with their accuracy. Republican lawmakers used the report as evidence of the FBI and DOJ's bias against Trump, whilst Democrats pointed out the lack of successful prosecutions as evidence of the report's supposed lack of credibility. Durham secured a guilty plea from FBI lawyer Kevin Clinesmith, for falsifying information in order to extend a surveillance warrant against Carter Page, but was less successful in prosecuting Michael Sussman and Igor Danchenko, both of whom were acquitted.
Fox News: SEAN HANNITY: IRS whistleblowers emerge with explosive allegations about Hunter Biden probe
Sean Hannity reports on testimony from two IRS whistleblowers alleging that the Department of Justice protected Joe and Hunter Biden from facing criminal charges for tax evasion. The whistleblowers claim $8.3 million of Hunter's income from foreign entities in Ukraine, Romania, and China was mysteriously excluded from his tax returns, and that his father was aware of the situation. Hannity accuses the DOJ of protecting the Bidens and highlights the whistleblower's bombshell revelations as evidence of corruption.
The Epoch Times: Oregon Lawmakers Pass Self-Service Gasoline Bill After Decades-Long Ban
Oregon lawmakers have approved a bill allowing residents and visitors to pump their own gas, ending a decades-long ban since 1951. House Bill 2426 will require gas stations to staff at least half of their open pumps for customers requiring assistance, while stations in heavily populated counties would need at least one attendant present to help customers who prefer not to use self-service. The change will not affect gas prices and Governor Tina Kotek is expected to sign the bill into law. Concerns have been raised about job losses at local gas stations.
Oregon lawmakers passed Senate Bill 337 earlier this week, which will provide over $90 million to overhaul the public defense system in the state. The new measure would rename and move the public defense commission to the executive branch, alter the current pay structure, and set a required percentage of attorneys to be state employees by 2031. Senate Majority Leader Kate Liber celebrated the bill's passage, stating that "Senate Democrats promised to address the public defense crisis this session and protect fair access to justice." If signed into law by Governor Kotek, the bill will take effect immediately.
#society
PJ Media: Our Titanic
The first type of problem is solvable with basic law enforcement, but solving the second requires advanced engineering that may not even exist. Complexity is a crucial factor in difficulty; a small increase in complexity may lead to a big rise in difficulty. Overconfidence in simpler engineering challenges lulls us into a competence crisis, leaving complex systems increasingly vulnerable to disaster. America's complex systems are slowly collapsing due to escalating rates of failure, worsened by the systematic promotion of the unqualified. Politicians and corporations risk fantastic projects because they poll well and signal virtue, underestimating their complexities and risks. Dealing with complexity requires learning from failure, but can our leaders do that, or will they just double down? We're passengers riding on our own unsinkable civilization at full speed into the unknown future.
The Epoch Times: Terrified, Angry Santa Monica Residents Urge City Leaders to Address Homelessness, Public Safety
Santa Monica residents voiced their concerns about an increase in crime and homelessness in the city during a City Council meeting. Hotel owners claimed reservations were being cancelled due to the growing homelessness problem. Other residents stated that their quality of life, and their children's, was being affected by the increase in homelessness, crime, harassment, and filthy conditions on the streets. Despite a point in time count conducted in January reporting an estimated 926 homeless individuals in the area this year, compared to 807 last year, the city reportedly spends $42.5 million a year on homeless services and programs but doesn’t have a specific plan to track or collect data on its progress.
#war
Forbes: Thursday, June 22. Russia’s War On Ukraine: News And Information From Ukraine
Ukraine continues to suffer from Russian attacks, with heavy fighting and casualties reported in several regions. The 2023 Ukraine Recovery Conference began in London, with international donors pledging billions of dollars to support the country's economic and social recovery. Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal also aims to bolster the private insurance market to attract foreign investment. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has warned of a potential terrorist attack at the country's largest nuclear facility following alleged mining by Russian forces, urging the world to act.
Breitbart: What War? EU Considering Using Ukraine as a Strategic Gas Storage Hub
The EU is considering using Ukraine's gas storage facilities to prevent an energy crisis this winter. The Bilche facility, which is the largest in Europe with a storage size of 17 billion cubic meters, is being targeted. However, banks are still wary about backing the initiative due to the ongoing war in the country.
#religion
The Epoch Times: Colorado Christian Preschool Alleges Religious Discrimination by State Officials in Lawsuit
A Christian preschool in Colorado has filed a lawsuit against state officials arguing that it is being forced to abandon its religious beliefs to participate in a universal preschool program. The Alliance Defending Freedom has filed a civil-rights action in the US District Court on behalf of Darren Patterson Christian Academy, which op Busy Bees, the only Christian preschool in Chaffee County. Although the Colorado Department of Early Childhood has approved the preschool’s participation in the program, arguments have arisen over its refusal to surrender its religious character, beliefs, and exercise to participate in Colorado’s universal preschool program.
#health
Flag And Cross: Dog Hailed As 'little Lifesaver' After Detecting Owner's Breast Cancer
Trisha Allison's border collie/greyhound cross, Luna, jumped on her chest, catching her right breast in the process. Luna kept sniffing and nudging at her chest, which Trisha said she never does. After 45 minutes, Trisha began feeling pain and went to her GP. A biopsy confirmed Trisha had breast cancer and she's had two operations to remove the tumors. She is now waiting to find out if she will need chemotherapy. Trisha called Luna her “little lifesaver.”
Flag And Cross: Diabetes Cases To Double By 2050 Due To Global Obesity Crisis
Diabetes cases will double to 1.3 billion by 2050 due to increased rates of obesity worldwide. Men, women and children in every country are affected and poor blood sugar control can lead to serious complications such as heart attack and leg amputation. The main risk factor is high BMI, followed by poor diet, environmental and occupational risks, smoking, low physical activity and alcohol use. Air pollution can also trigger the condition.
#crime
The Blaze: Video: Ohio woman accused of trying to lure 4-year-old boy, told parents she was child protective services investigator
An Ohio woman attempted to lure a 4-year-old boy away from his home, claiming to be with child protective services. Lisa Nacrelli was hit with criminal charges for child enticement, burglary, and impersonating an officer. She has a history of alcohol-related offenses.
#sports
Forbes: PSG And Real Madrid Reach €300 Million Kylian Mbappe Agreement To Smash World Transfer Record: Reports
Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid have agreed a deal to sell footballer Kylian Mbappe for €300m, shattering the world transfer record and making Los Blancos Mbappe's new team. The move comes after the Emir of Qatar, who is also PSG's owner, and Real Madrid's president exchanged messages in the last few hours to reach the agreement. If completed, the sale will surpass the previous transfer record set when Neymar moved from FC Barcelona to PSG for €222m in 2017. Mbappe will reportedly earn €250m ($274m) for the sale with €50m in potential bonuses, dependent on his futures matches and accolades.
#technology
Breitbart: Backlash Hits Disney After AI Used to Create Opening Credits on Marvel Series 'Secret Invasion'
Disney has come under fire for using AI to create the opening credits for its new Disney+ Marvel series Secret Invasion. Marvel has used AI in a mainstream television show for the first time with Secret Invasion, angering the artists who feel that AI being used in this way is unethical and dangerous. The backlash has sparked a conversation on the future of artists in the industry, particularly in light of the ongoing Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike. Many are concerned about the impact of AI on the future of content creation.
#other
Flag And Cross: Parenting Has Its Ups And Downs: Study Finds Mental Health Impact On 66%
84 percent of parents say becoming a parent is the greatest thing to happen to them, according to a poll by Calpol. The highlights include seeing personalities develop, having a laugh and cuddling. However, 66 percent of those polled said being a parent has impacted their mental wellbeing with the period prior to children turning three the most challenging.
Forbes: Meta Will Block All News Stories On Facebook And Instagram In Canada After New Law Demands Payment To Publishers
Meta will block news availability in Canada following a law that will force internet companies to negotiate compensatory deals with news publishers. The Online News Act requires platforms like Meta and Google parent company Alphabet to pay news publishers for their content if the platforms want to post or link to it, prompting Meta to say that they will comply with the law by blocking content from publishers and broadcasters. It is yet to be seen if Meta will reconsider allowing news in the future; when a similar law was passed in Australia in 2021, the company initially said it would block news stories before later reaching agreements with publishers.
Breitbart: Kevin Costner Wife Demanding $248K a Month in Child Support amid Divorce
Kevin Costner's estranged wife has filed court documents demanding $248,000 per month in child support for the couple's 3 children. Christine Baumgartner, who has reportedly been a stay-at-home parent since 2007, is also requesting that Costner pay for the kids' education, health care expenses, and extracurricular activities. Baumgartner's forensic accountant estimates that Costner's average monthly cash flow is $1,536,808. Costner, who recently exited his starring role in Yellowstone, and Baumgartner share 3 children from their 18-year marriage.