Year: 2014

The Guardian – by Sam Jones

The world’s costly drift away from peace continued last year, with nations spending an estimated $9.8trn (£5.8trn) on containing and dealing with violence, according to the latest annual Global Peace Index (GPI).

The 2014 index shows that worldwide peace deteriorated slightly for a seventh consecutive year as a result of the conflicts in Syria, South Sudan and Central African Republic (CAR), tensions over Ukraine and increased terrorism in Afghanistan, Iraq, the Philippines and Libya.   Continue reading “Global peace index charts ‘staggering’ $9.8tn cost of war”

News Forage

Creationism cannot be taught as a valid scientific theory in any free school or academy, the government has said.

The move, which came in a little noticed document last week, marks a significant victory for secular campaigners, who have long fought to ensure the freedom granted to free schools and academies does not allow religious ideas to be taught in science classes.   Continue reading “Secular triumph as British government bans creationism from free schools and academies”

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Infowars – by Steve Watson

A drone that is capable of firing 400 rounds of pepper spray and paint balls, as well as employing “blinding lasers” and loudspeakers to deter protesters has been developed and sold to an undisclosed company following a demonstration at a trade show in London.

Reports indicate that an undisclosed mining company in South Africa has purchased 25 of the “Skunk riot control copter” devices developed by military surveillance and communications contractor Desert Wolf.   Continue reading ““Riot Control” Drones to Shoot Pepper Spray Bullets at Protesters”

This tombstone is actually in the Attica Cemetery, Harper County, Kansas. 120 yr. old tombstone.   Continue reading “120-yr-old tombstone in Kansas”

AOL – by Julie Pace and Donna Cassata

 President Barack Obama and congressional leaders believe he does not need authorization from Congress for some steps he might take to quell the al-Qaida-inspired insurgency sweeping through Iraq, the Senate’s top Republican and Capitol Hill aides said after the president briefed senior lawmakers Wednesday.

Still, the prospect of the president sidestepping Congress raises the potential for clashes between the White House and rank-and-file lawmakers, particularly if Obama should launch strikes with manned aircrafts or take other direct U.S. military action in Iraq. Administration officials have said airstrikes have become less a focus of recent deliberations but have also said the president could order such a step if intelligence agencies can identify clear targets on the ground.   Continue reading “GOP leader: Obama may act in Iraq without signoff”

CT.GOV

Below is a list of common questions and answers about how Connecticut’s new gun laws may affect hunters. For more specific information including the Public Act and other frequently asked questions, please visit the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP) Special Licensing and Firearms web page.

How does the new gun law affect my activities as a hunter?
The new gun law should not affect your hunting activities in the field unless you hunt with large capacity magazines (those capable of holding more than 10 rounds) or certain types of banned “assault style” rifles and semi-automatic pistols. The requirements for purchasing firearms and ammunition, however, have changed significantly and will apply to everyone, including hunters.    Continue reading “Hunting and Connecticut’s Gun Laws”

Anti-War – by Jason Ditz

Creating and equipping a brand new Iraqi military wholecloth was no problem for the US. It was a win-win, a chance to train up a new “ally” and ship massive amounts of US arms-makers equipment abroad.

It’s looking less wise now, as the Iraqi soldiers drop their US gear and run, and the advancing Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), the same group that used to be al-Qaeda in Iraq (AQI) during the US occupation, is finding itself in possession of a lot of shiny new US military exports.   Continue reading “ISIS Secures US-Made Weapons, Ships Tanks to Syria Front”

All Gov – by Noel Brinkerhoff

Companies that want to do business with the federal government will no longer be able to discriminate against homosexuals and keep their federal contracts, under a new policy announced by the White House.

President Barack Obama said he intends to sign an executive order barring federal contractors from discriminating against people based on sexual orientation or gender identity.   Continue reading “Obama to Sign Executive Order Barring Anti-Gay Discrimination by Federal Contractors”

As I enjoy my twilight years, I am often struck by the inevitability that the party must end. There will be a clear, cold morning when there isn’t any “more.” No more hugs, no more special moments to celebrate together, no more phone calls just to chat.

It seems to me that one of the important things to do before that morning comes, is to let every one of your family and friends know that you care for them by finding simple ways to let them know your heartfelt beliefs and the guiding principles of your life so they can always say, “He was my friend, and I know where he stood.”   Continue reading “My Twilight Years ~ Clint Eastwood”

Activist Post

A new survey of North Carolina doctors finds that many are concerned about the increasing number of requests they are receiving to assess their patients’ competency to carry concealed weapons.

In particular, a majority of physicians who responded to the survey said they were worried about the potential ethical consequences in the doctor-patient relationship if they participated in the concealed-weapon permit process. Continue reading “Government Increasingly Seeks Access to Private Health Records in Gun Permit Process”

The New American – by Raven Clabough

According to Representative Lou Barletta (shown, R-Pa.), there just may be enough votes in the House to impeach President Obama. Barletta contends that Obama’s flagrant disregard for the Constitution may have created an atmosphere in which he could lose the White House. Whether that actually happens is of course another story entirely.

“He’s just absolutely ignoring the Constitution, and ignoring the laws and ignoring the checks and balances,” Barletta opined June 16 on News Radio 910 WSBA with Gary Sutton.   Continue reading “Rep Says Enough Votes in House to Bring Obama Impeachment”

Examiner – by Samantha Chang

The low-carb, high-fat ketogenic diet can be an effective tool to manage malignant brain cancer, said scientist Dr. Adrienne C. Scheck.

In an exclusive interview Wednesday, Dr. Scheck said her researchsuggests the ketogenic diet can be a powerful adjuvant to radiation therapy to treat brain tumors.

“Studies have shown the use of a ketogenic diet causes a reduction in blood glucose, an elevation in blood ketones, and extends life in mouse models of malignant brain tumors,” said Dr. Scheck, Associate Professor in neuro-oncology research and the Barrow Brain Tumor Research Center at the Barrow Neurological Institute.   Continue reading “Ketogenic diet can combat brain cancer, says scientist Adrienne Scheck”

Fox News

PANAMA CITY, Fla. –  Officials in Panama City say a new father is dead after a neighbor accidentally fired a gun into the family’s home during a gathering to celebrate the infant’s homecoming.

The News Herald of Panama City reports that 33-year-old Steven Justin Ayers died Tuesday night after the stray bullet struck his head.   Continue reading “New father fatally shot during infant’s homecoming celebration”