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22 Jun 2023
#politics
The Epoch Times: Former Texas Rep. Will Hurd Launches 2024 GOP Presidential Run
Former Congressman Will Hurd announced his bid for the 2024 presidential election as a Republican, joining an already-crowded GOP primary field currently dominated by Donald Trump. Hurd, a one-time CIA officer, is running for president to provide “common-sense leadership” to tackle challenges including immigration, crime, homelessness, inflation, and the Chinese government trying to become the global superpower. Other Republican candidates include Ron DeSantis, Mike Pence, Tim Scott, Nikki Haley, Chris Christie, Asa Hutchinson, Doug Burgum, Vivek Ramaswamy, Larry Elder, and Francis Suarez. Hurd is running against Trump, whom he has criticized for being a “lawless, selfish, failed politician.”
The Right Scoop: REPORT: Gov DeSantis gaining ground on Trump in recent polling
DeSantis is gaining on Trump in GOP presidential primary poll. Trump is still leading at 59% to DeSantis's 21%, but DeSantis gained support since April, with support from women increasing. DeSantis is also leading Trump in some battleground states, according to Public Opinion Strategies polling.
Breitbart: Ways and Means Committee: DOJ Prevented Weiss from Charging Hunter for Greater Crimes
Justice Department allegedly prevented US Attorney David Weiss from bringing stronger charges against Hunter Biden twice, according to the House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith. IRS whistleblowers claim that President Joe Biden's DOJ twice blocked charges against him in Washington, DC, and California in 2022. Weiss also sought Special Counsel status from the DOJ in the spring of 2022 and was denied. The IRS recommended charges against Hunter Biden that were not approved by Merrick Garland, including attempt to evade tax and willful failure to file returns, supply information, or pay tax. The investigation allegedly suffered from internal issues and special treatment due to Hunter Biden's father being the President.
The Federalist: FBI Knew Hunter's Laptop Was Real A Year Before 2020 Election
FBI reportedly knew about the authenticity of Hunter Biden's laptop almost a year before Big Tech platforms censored the NY Post's reporting on it just before the 2020 election. According to IRS whistleblower Gary Shapley, the FBI allegedly authenticated the laptop in November 2019 and warned the IRS of possible tax crimes. Shapley also claimed that DOJ officials were intentionally delaying investigative actions, stating that the case was being handled differently than any he had seen before. The FBI's alleged interference in the election to benefit their preferred political candidate is reminiscent of a third-world police state.
The Epoch Times: MSNBC President Signals Openness to a Trump Town Hall–With 'Parameters'
MSNBC President Rashida Jones suggested hosting a town hall event for Donald Trump if "parameters" were in place. Jones said conversations were being had with all candidates to bring their point of view to audiences, such as through live or taped interviews, town halls or debates. She responded to Axios reporter Sara Fischer's question about hosting Trump, saying it would be a conversation requiring parameters to control the environment. The response followed CNN hosting a town hall event with Trump in New Hampshire on May 10, which spiked CNN's ratings but faced criticisms for providing a platform to Trump.
Former President Donald Trump said he was "surprised by the level of hostility" during CNN's town hall-style event he attended on May 10. Trump also suggested he would need mainstream media for his 2024 campaign. Following Jones' suggestion that her network might host a town hall event for Trump, Keith Olbermann, a former MSNBC host and a Trump critic, criticized the MSNBC president for leaving "the door open to a live Trump Town Hall." It is unclear if Trump would consider giving an interview to MSNBC at all due to his past preference for conservative media outlets and social media influencers.
The Epoch Times: Activists Say Ballot Harvesting, Once Shunned by GOP, Now Key to Winning in 2024
Republican leaders and insiders are calling for a shift in strategy to win the presidency and other political prizes in the 2024 election. Voter registration, early voting, and legal ballot harvesting are part of the new GOP mantra, pushing back against past conservatism towards in-person voting only. Politicians like Scott Presler and Charlie Kirk are urging the national GOP to take a page out of the Left's mobilization handbook by developing well-oiled machinery for positive voter gain. The RNC is shifting its focus toward more extensive mobilization organizations and digital reminders, as conservatives seek to become better equipped to counteract likely attempts at manipulation and cheating.
Breitbart: Ron DeSantis Refuses to Say if He Would Support Donald Trump in 2024
DeSantis criticizes Trump's attacks, particularly on his handling of COVID-19, but doesn't directly pledge to support him in the 2024 GOP nomination. DeSantis insists Trump is backtracking and saying false things. DeSantis predicts that Trump's critiques won't matter, instead focusing on his own policies and success.
The Epoch Times: Parliament Adjourns for the Summer 2 Days Early, Ending Spring Sitting
Canadian parliament adjourned for the summer two days early despite no public inquiry being established into foreign election interference allegations. Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre and Bloc Quebecois leader Yves-François Blanchet called on the government to create an inquiry before the end of the spring session. Negotiations between the government and opposition parties are continuing, but Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Intergovernmental Affairs Minister Dominic LeBlanc is working "rapidly" to reach an agreement.
The Right Scoop: BREAKING: House Republicans find a way to avoid a privileged vote on Boebert’s impeachment articles for Biden
Republicans found a way around voting on Boebert's articles of impeachment against Biden - the House voted to send it to committee instead. Republicans argued that it was premature to bring it up and could threaten their slim majority. Boebert herself voted with all Republicans to send it to committees and not a single Democrat voted for it.
The Federalist: IRS Investigation Into Hunter Biden Started As A Porn Ring Probe
IRS investigation into Hunter Biden began five years ago as an offshoot of a foreign-based amateur online pornography platform investigation. The House Ways and Means Committee released transcripts of two IRS whistleblowers who detailed efforts by the Biden administration to stifle federal investigations into the president’s son.
National Review: IRS Whistleblowers Accuse DOJ, FBI, IRS of Interfering with Hunter Biden Tax Probe
Two IRS whistleblowers claim that the DOJ, FBI, and IRS interfered with the Hunter Biden tax probe and gave him preferential treatment. The whistleblowers testified to delays, divulgences, and denials, interference from the Department of Justice, and retaliation against IRS employees who blew the whistle. The agents pushed for charges against Biden in the tax probe, but DOJ officials refused. They claim that the DOJ delayed the investigation long enough to reach the statute of limitations and that the IRS violated normal investigatory protocols to Biden’s benefit.
Daily Wire: Whistleblower Says Hunter Biden Case Branched Out Of Porn Investigation
Hunter Biden's federal investigation was an offshoot of an IRS investigation into a foreign pornography website, according to whistleblower Gary Shapley. The code-named "Sportsman" investigation into Biden began in 2018. The investigation was later alerted to the contents of Hunter Biden's laptop, which contained evidence of tax crimes.
Forbes: Fox News Reclaims Top Primetime Spot After Trump Indictment Boosts MSNBC
Fox News regained the No. 1 spot in primetime cable last week, according to recent Nielsen data, taking back the spot held by MSNBC after coverage of Trump's indictment. Fox News' The Five was the top program, with nearly 3 million viewers on Tuesday, hours after Trump arrived at a Miami courthouse. On arraignment night, MSNBC drew in more viewers than Fox News at 3 pm, but Fox News had more viewers tuning in for Trump's post-arraignment address. Despite this, TNT's final game of the NHL Stanley Cup Finals managed to surpass both programs in average ratings.
The Epoch Times: ANALYSIS: Frequent White House Visits Position Soros Foundation Officials to Influence US Policies
Open Society Foundations, a philanthropic organization founded by George Soros, has had 40 private meetings with high-level White House officials since President Joe Biden took office. Representatives from the organization have often been able to schedule their appointments for the following day or even the same day, while it may take a regular citizen days or weeks to get a meeting at the White House. Alexander Soros, son of George Soros and chairman of the board of the Open Society Foundations, has already visited the White House 18 times since he took the position and has had four meetings in the West Wing with Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer. Other representatives from Open Society have also had multiple meetings with White House officials.
Fox News: Liberals, journalists fume over Samuel Alito's WSJ op-ed rejecting ProPublica story: 'Highly unethical'
Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito's pre-emptive Wall Street Journal op-ed responding to a forthcoming story left liberal journalists fuming. Alito responded to the pieces that mentioned his 2008 fishing trip by publishing in advance why he felt he had no need to recuse the relevant cases and why his trip didn't meet the definition of a disclosable gift. The media response to Alito's op-ed was swift, even from mainstream outlets, and hard-left voices suggested Alito should die.
Fox News: Trump 2024 rival Christie's plan to pump up his standing with GOP primary voters
Chris Christie, a Republican presidential candidate, claims that his criticism of former President Donald Trump is why he is moving up in the polls—but the same surveys indicate that his favorable ratings are well underwater among likely Republican primary voters. He hopes to pump up his favorable ratings by campaigning in New Hampshire, where he placed all his chips in 2016 before the campaign crashed and burned. Christie, who was one of the most vocal Trump critics in the GOP, is concentrating his firepower in New Hampshire and arguing that he will be the alternative to Trump. He says he will beat him.
Asa Hutchinson, a former two-term Arkansas governor and former congressman, and one-time CIA spy turned former GOP Rep. Will Hurd of Texas, are also Republicans running for president who have been vocal in their criticism of Trump. Christie wishes them luck, though he believes the attention he is getting because of the way he is saying things is different. Hutchinson disagrees, saying that every voice is important in this race, though he acknowledges that he, Christie, and Hurd will probably divide the anti-Trump vote. Christie argues that what makes him different from the other anti-Trump candidates is that he has a history with him and that he hopes to have enough donor support to run an effective campaign.
Human Events: EXCLUSIVE: Raheem Kassam says ‘underperformance’ of DeSantis’
presidential campaign ‘is an understatement’
Posobiec and Kassam discuss Hogan's claim that DeSantis is not the frontrunner for the Republican Party in 2024. Kassam describes the "amateur hour" situation in Tallahassee and believes that DeSantis is ruining himself for ego trips. Kassam also claims that DeSantis cannot get over 20% and is having to run to lawyers and lobbyists of Dominion voting systems in DC, showing critical desperation.
The Federalist: DOJ Obstructed Hunter Tax Investigation To Protect Joe Biden
The DOJ allegedly obstructed an IRS investigation into Hunter Biden's tax crimes to protect his father's presidential candidacy, according to whistleblower documents. The IRS recommended charging Hunter with several felonies and misdemeanors, but the DOJ gave him a lenient plea deal to avoid jail time.
The New American: Woke Ideology Robs, Rapes & Loots Reality - The New American
Critical Race Theory is a symbolic ideology that is not anchored in reality but rather imposes meaning on the world through the will to power. It is used to incite racial hatred against whites, allowing the Left to bully those who do not go along with it. The theory claims that people can be racists without having committed racist acts, and it is less than human, coherent, and sane.
Washington Free Beacon: Whistleblower Says FBI Verified Authenticity of Hunter Biden Laptop in November 2019
The FBI authenticated Hunter Biden's laptop in November 2019 and knew it wasn't part of a foreign campaign, says IRS whistleblower Gary Shapley. The IRS was also notified in December 2019 that the laptop contained evidence of a tax crime, and recommended felony charges against Biden. The Department of Justice's conduct over the past years is called into question.
Newsbusters: Just for Fun, Let’s Contrast CNN’s Coverage of Hunter Biden and Donald Trump Jr.
CNN has displayed a double standard in its obsession with Donald Trump Jr. during the Mueller investigation while being bored by anything relating to Hunter Biden. The network spent far more air time on Trump Jr.'s phone calls, emails, and Twitter exchanges, treating them as self-evidently suspicious. They even hoped that Trump Jr.'s phone records might provide proof of his father's non-existent collusion efforts. However, CNN's reporting on Hunter Biden has been dismissive and full of assertions that they have "no evidence" of wrongdoing. CNN's journalism on Trump Jr. turned over virtually every stone in D.C., whereas with Hunter Biden, they folded their arms and demanded proof be laid before them.
#society
The Epoch Times: This Is When You Should Drive Across the Nevada-California Border
The California-Nevada border on I-15 sees about 45,000 vehicles cross every day, with July being the busiest month and January being the quietest. Weekend vehicle traffic is about 4% higher than weekday traffic, with holidays like Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s being the most high-traveled. The busiest day to travel across state lines is Friday, with an average of 55,970 vehicles. Traffic continues to halt travelers for miles, and the two-state project to address the bottleneck still has no timeline.
Red State: WATCH: Gabrielle Clark on Pulling Kids out of the Trans Cult
Parental rights advocate Gabrielle Clark discusses her coaching service to help parents lead their children through the “desistance” process to deprogram them from transgender ideology. They also discuss the detransitioners and the horrors of “gender-affirming care” on minor children. This conversation comes at a time when school districts are pushing young students to “transition” without parental knowledge or consent.
Flag And Cross: GOP Betrays Republican Mayor Who Refused to Fly LGBT 'Pride' Flag
Rochelle Park, NJ Mayor Mosca was removed from office by his own party after refusing to fly an LGBT "pride" flag outside the city hall. Three Republicans on the township council voted with a lone Democrat to oust Mosca from his position stating grievances on his absence during meetings and stance on the flag, which Mosca believed was inappropriate for government buildings. Mosca retains his seat on the township committee. The council will vote on someone to finish the remainder of Mosca's mayoral term at the end of the month.
#foreignaffairs
National Review: The Corner: Heritage Foundation Names New Foreign Policy Director
Jim Carafano, the Heritage Foundation's foreign policy director, is stepping down after leading the think tank's national security center for more than a decade. He will take on a new role as senior counselor while remaining Heritage's EW Richardson Fellow. Victoria Coates, a former national security council official, will replace him as the head of the Davis center on national security. She has previously worked in the White House, the Energy Department, and in Senator Ted Cruz’s office. Republicans including representatives Chip Roy and Mike Gallagher, and Cruz, praised Coates’s academic background and depth of foreign policy experience.
Foreign Policy: Biden Gives India a Bear Hug
The U.S. is upgrading its defense ties with India, with a focus on weapons deals and co-production, as the countries aim to counter rival superpower China. India has historically been reliant on Russia for weapons systems but has been seeking to diversify its procurement. Many democracy and human rights advocates are worried about the health of India’s democracy under Modi's rule, however, which could impact the partnership.
The Epoch Times: The Man Who Created America’s Cold War Policy, With Frank Costigliola | Sons of History, Ep. 4
Foreign policy expert, Frank Costigliola, discusses the influence of diplomat George F. Kennan, who was instrumental in initiating the containment policy against the Soviet Union during the Cold War through his Long Telegram and Mr. X article in Foreign Affairs. Costigliola also addresses the current military crisis between Russia and Ukraine.
Human Events: Pride flags symbolize powerful political interests, not the will
of the American people
The US government's decision to fly the Pride flag on embassies around the world has sparked controversy, with many countries viewing it as a disrespect of their religious views and sovereignty. Critics argue that the government should focus on other issues, such as women's rights, religious freedom, and human trafficking, instead of elevating the LGBTQIA+ community above other minority groups. They also question the power of leftist NGOs, which use tools like the Corporate Equality Index to pressure corporations into sexual identity compliance and obsession. As a result, the US is losing respect and credibility in foreign policy.
#economy
The Epoch Times: EPRINC Report Shows That IEA Net Zero Roadmap Is a Green Mirage
Climate activists and ESG investors sought to block investment in oil and gas production by Western companies, using the International Energy Agency's (IEA) "Net Zero by 2050: A Roadmap for the Global Energy Sector" report to support their cause. However, a report by the Energy Policy Research Foundation found the IEA's assumptions were unrealistic and would devastate Western economies. The report forecasts that attempts to achieve net zero carbon emissions will increase energy costs and human suffering, and that banks that use other people's money to advance the anti-investment agenda are violating their fiduciary obligation to maximize returns for retirees, investors, and shareholders.
The IEA's net zero roadmap sees OPEC’s share of the global oil market potentially rise to 82% by 2050, as non-OPEC producers follow the net zero profile of declining oil production while OPEC producers maintain investment. The report notes that ESG investors are undermining the security interests of the West during a period of rising geopolitical tensions. The IEA's report has become the NZE baseline for energy companies, but EPRINC analysis found that the IEA's assumptions are unrealistic, internally inconsistent and often support the case for increased hydrocarbon fuel production.
Daily Wire: Ford Gets $9.2 Billion Loan From Biden Admin For EV Battery Factories — Biggest Check Since 2009 Bailouts
Ford will receive a $9.2 billion loan from the Biden administration to construct three electric vehicle battery plants in the U.S., in partnership with SK On Co. The loan is intended to boost U.S. automakers in competition with China for green technologies and to reach Biden's goal of electrifying 67% of all commercial passenger vehicles sold in the U.S. by 2032. Critics question why the EV sector is receiving so much government aid when the private sector should be financing it. The loan is from the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing loan program and will be the largest in the program's history.
The Epoch Times: California Is Cooperating in China’s Eco-Scams
Winston Sterzel exposes China's green initiatives as propaganda with the country destroying the environment at an unprecedented rate, polluting it further by abandoning thousands of new electric cars. To get subsidies, car brands need high sales numbers, and investors fuel a Ponzi scheme to get more investment. China's green initiatives hide their environmental crimes. The electric batteries in electric vehicles depend on minerals that come from hazardous conditions in poor countries. This includes California's initiatives, which are deeply tied to China's as seen in the Berkeley California-China Climate Institute, chaired by Jerry Brown, former governor.
The Epoch Times: Top Executive for Bud Light Parent Wins 'Creativity' Award, Despite Losing $20 Billion Over Trans Fiasco
Anheuser-Busch InBev's top marketing executive, Marcel Marcondes, won the "Creative Marketer of the Year" award at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, despite backlash from the company's transgender marketing campaign that caused it to lose billions in sales and cost the company almost $20 billion in value. Despite criticism from other marketers in the industry that the award should have been declined in light of the Bud Light boycott, Marcondes said the Mulvaney episode served as a "wake-up call" to the industry. Despite Bud Light's move away from beer into social justice marketing using a transgender activist to promote its brand, the parent company will cut checks to wholesalers and distributors selling Bud Light, as part of a new three-step plan to revive the brand.
The Epoch Times: Is America Conducting a National Suicide? | Sons of History, Ep. 3
Big corporations and government are entering a coordinated alliance against personal liberty, including freedom of speech and worship. This partnership is leading to monopolies and a lack of economic growth. Is America committing suicide by destroying its own history?
#culture
PJ Media: Bud Light: 'Please Drink Our Beer Again, You Oafish Hicks'
Bud Light releases new online ad, widely criticized for portraying boycotting customers as "bumbling fools" and "buffoon-ish whites". Sales have dropped almost 30% since the brand's previous social media campaign, and this ad may further negatively impact the brand's image. The ad features a summer theme and a questionable choice of song and tagline, causing confusion about the intended message of the ad.
Daily Wire: Kendall Jenner Says When She’s Ready To Have Kids She Won’t Raise Them In L.A.
Supermodel Kendall Jenner plans to move out of Los Angeles when she has children. The 27-year-old opened up about her future in an interview with Wall Street Journal Magazine’s summer digital issue, confirming there was “no way” she would raise any kids she may have in the Californian city. Despite being the only member of the Jenner-Kardashian family without children, Jenner has previously spoken about not yet feeling ready to start a family. Hash tag:
#health
Forbes: 2 Extreme Sports Athletes Triumph Over Injury
Motocross athlete turned motivational speaker Aaron Baker, who is paralyzed from the waist down, was in Tampa to sign copies of his book The Rebellious Recovery. Baker, who co-founded the Center Of Restorative Exercise and represents Red Bull’s charity of choice, the Wings for Life Foundation as a Board of Directors member, also spends his time connecting with others with a similar injury as well as their families. Baker said that much of his time when not on stage is spent talking to people in a similar situation. Paul Basagoitia, also paralyzed from the waist down after a BMX injury, is another athlete who has rebounded well and now participates in off-road cycling, mentioning that he can walk short distances without a cane.
#education
The Epoch Times: Suddenly, School Choice: Its Rapid Post-Pandemic Expansion Sets Up a Big Pass/Fail Test for Education
Eight states have approved universal/near-universal school choice laws, providing all students with $7,000 to $10,000 for private education.
The Blaze: School reported mothers to FBI, claiming they were 'dangerous' after questioning leftist curriculum, lawsuit says
Ohio private school accused of launching retaliation campaign against mothers who questioned leftist curriculum. School denies allegations.
The Epoch Times: Professionalism Policy Aimed at Oakville Teacher's Controversial Attire Rejected by School Board
Ontario's Halton District School Board rejected a proposed professionalism policy after a teacher's wardrobe sparked debate; existing policies need clarification and monitoring.
The Blaze: Democrat doesn't realize how ironic his word choice was
Education controversy as parents upset over books on sexual identity in schools. Democratic Gov. believes it castrates children but Dave Rubin disagrees.
National Review: The Corner: Ron DeSantis Takes on the Accreditation Monopoly
Florida governor challenges private accreditors' power to allocate federal funds to colleges. Lawsuit seeks accountability to people and free market.
#crime
Daily Wire: SEC Regulators Allege JPMorgan ‘Erroneously’ Deleted 47 Million Emails Amid Investigations
JPMorgan has received a $4m fine from the Securities and Exchange Commission for deleting almost 47 million communications that were the subject of regulatory investigations. The bank allegedly deleted millions of emails and messages in 2019 dated between January and April of 2018. Many of these emails were business records sought in at least a dozen regulatory investigations that the bank was required to retain for three years under SEC rules. The bank is facing a similar lawsuit in the Virgin Islands, where it is also under fire over its relationship with the late financier and sex criminal Jeffrey Epstein.
The Epoch Times: 'Gone in an Instant:' Manitoba RCMP Release Names of 16 Seniors Killed in Bus Crash
16 seniors died after a minibus collided with a semi-truck near Carberry, Man. while they were travelling to a casino on June 15. The victims' ages ranged from 68 to 88. Dashcam footage showed the bus crossing the Trans-Canada Highway when it went in the path of the truck. Fifteen people died on the day, while a 16th victim died in hospital on Tuesday. Officials said nine others remained in hospital with four in critical condition. Family members released brief statements about their loved ones through the RCMP. "We are heartbroken and numb by this tragedy and the loss of our vibrant mother," said the family of Helen Kufley, 88.
The Blaze: Gay man claimed he was set on fire in hate-crime attack; but cops say video shows him beating up pregnant woman — who fought back with flame
Police in San Diego are investigating a case of two crimes which are believed to be connected. A man claimed that he was the victim of a hate-crime attack after being set on fire when leaving a gay bar. However, police have suggested the report is false, and that the man beat up a pregnant woman instead. The woman is thought to have fought back against the man by using fire as a weapon. Both incidents remain under investigation with no arrests made.
#sports
Fox News: LSU's Brian Kelly says college sports are 'in jeopardy' if NIL 'doesn't get fixed'
SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey, along with LSU head coach Brian Kelly and Alabama head coach Nick Saban, met with lawmakers in D.C. to advocate for federal regulations surrounding name, image, and likeness for college athletes. The coaches argued for changes to happen sooner rather than later to prevent college athletics from being in jeopardy. Saban suggested the creation of a union for college athletes to create parity and prevent disparity in compensation.
Forbes: Scott McTominay Could Still Be An Important Part Of Man Utd’s Future
Scott McTominay is shining for Scotland in Euro 2024 qualifying, scoring in three out of four games as they sit top of Group A. However, his attacking instincts are not fully utilised at Manchester United, where he is often used as a number six. With United reportedly in the market for a new midfielder and McTominay's recent form, he deserves a chance to prove himself as an attack-minded operator at Old Trafford. There is a risk that United could sell him and watch him thrive elsewhere, as Newcastle United reportedly weigh up a move for him.
#science
The Economist: A risky cancer treatment can be modified to treat immune diseases
- Researchers at the University of North Carolina and the University of California have developed a modified immunotherapy treatment to correct autoimmune disease in patients. The CAR-T therapy replaces a part of a patient's immune system with a modified substitute, but comes with significant risks and is permanent. The team used messenger RNA to make the treatment temporary, allowing for no need to remove the patient's T-cells. The treatment was tested on 12 patients, with eight seeing significant decreases in illness severity. The modified therapy could also be applied to tackle various types of cancer.
- Sweden intends to build an entire city from wood. Set to accommodate around 30,000 people, the project would use timber for all aspects of the town, including parks, plazas, cafes and apartment blocks. Proponents of the project argue that engineered wood is cheaper than steel, emits less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, and is also fire-resistant. Construction on the proposed city, created using 3D technology, is planned to start in 2021, with scheduled completion ten years later.
- A new study has shown the effects of study drugs, making healthy people worse at problem solving. Users of the drugs attempt harder, but their competence decreases. Researchers from the University of Copenhagen in Denmark and the Technical University of Denmark carried out research in which 32 participants were given study drugs, with another 32 offered a placebo. Those with the drugs showed evidence of a higher heart rate and blood pressure, but scored worse in determining the working operations of a machine. The team behind the study has called for closer scrutiny of the risks of using cognitive enhancing drugs.
#outdoors
Field & Stream: Arrow Building Guide: Make Your Own Perfect Hunting Arrows
Learn why arrow building is a useful skill for the serious archer, providing options and better arrow flight. Ask yourself three questions before building arrows: 1) do you want a three- or four-fletch arrow; 2) do you want to wrap your arrow; 3) how do you want the vanes oriented? These questions determine your specific needs and preferences. After answering them, follow these four simple steps to build your arrows: cut shafts to size, install inserts, add wrap (if wanted), and fletch your arrows. Invest in quality tools and appreciate the satisfaction of taking game with arrows you built yourself.
PJ Media: BREAKING: Devastating News for Families of the Titanic Submarine Crew
Debris of missing OceanGate submarine found near Titanic wreckage. Coast Guard confirms it's consistent with a catastrophic loss of pressure chamber, resulting in an implosion. 5 passengers, including OceanGate CEO, believed lost. OceanGate issues a statement asking for privacy for the families.
Outdoor Life: The Best Baitcaster Combos of 2023
Outdoor Life reviews the best baitcaster combos for various fishing needs, including the Daiwa Tatula CT/Bass Pro Shops Johnny Morris Carbonlite 2.0 Baitcast Combo as the best overall, the Bass Pro Shops Tourney Special as the best budget combo for bass, and the TackleDirect TDSSC701MHT Silver Hook/Shimano TRX300AHG TranX Baitcasting as the best saltwater combo. The article also provides tips on choosing the right combo, as well as alternative rod and reel combinations for customization.
The Epoch Times: 5 Men on Missing Titanic Submarine Died in 'Catastrophic Implosion': Coast Guard
A submersible vehicle attempting to view the Titanic wreckage has gone missing in the Atlantic Ocean. It is believed that all five people on board have died in a “catastrophic implosion”. The US Coast Guard confirmed it had found a “debris field” near the Titanic. It’s not clear if the submarine collided with the Titanic ship’s wreckage. Authorities are continuing their search efforts for the missing vessel.
The Federalist Papers: TV Host Who Backed Out of OceanGate Titan Dive Cites 'History' of the Sub 'That Has Not Been Made Public'
Daredevil Josh Gates turned down an opportunity to film a dive in the OceanGate Titan submersible due to safety concerns. The vessel disappeared on an expedition to visit the wreckage of the Titanic with five people aboard. Rush and four others are currently missing. Gates cited issues with the sub's performance after a test dive. The theatrical host explained that there was more to know concerning the vessel's history and design which has not been made public. Gates says it takes courage to make the trip and sent prayers to those involved.
#technology
Forbes: The Missing Titanic Submarine: Reasonable Risks Versus Recklessness
Search and rescue operations continue for the missing Titanic submarine off the southeastern coast of Canada. As a professional with experience in designing safe systems in dangerous environments, the pressure rating is critical when it comes to creating safety in a submarine. The viewport on the submarine was only certified to handle much less pressure than the depth at which the submarine was intended to go, and not following proper guidelines for certification can be a major red flag. Safety always comes down to a cost/benefit analysis, but there can be very different viewpoints on whether the cost is worth the benefit.
#other
Fox News: Kesha and Dr. Luke reach settlement in sexual assault and defamation lawsuits
Kesha and producer Dr. Luke settled their lawsuit, avoiding a trial set for this summer. Kesha filed the lawsuit in 2014, accusing Dr. Luke of drugging, raping and subjecting her to psychological torment. Dr. Luke responded with a defamation lawsuit. In a joint statement posted on Instagram, both parties agreed to end the legal feud and wished each other peace.