- How one note magnified the tragedy of Lily Hooper's family
by Nick Dole on August 20, 2026 at 10:15 amNot only had NSW Premier Chris Minns been provided with incorrect information, but his earlier statement had brought the community an immense sense of relief that was abruptly snatched away.
- Crypto short liquidations pass $3B mark as Bitcoin price nears $72Kby Cointelegraph by William Suberg on August 20, 2026 at 10:03 am
Bitcoin approached $72,000 in a second day of upside as crypto short liquidations passed $3.1 billion.
- 'Completely unacceptable': Albanese lashes AFL over response to Swans scandalby Paul Johnson on August 20, 2026 at 9:48 am
The Prime Minister has called on the AFL to "do better" in response to the Sydney Swans scandal engulfing the league.
- Zomi Frankcom's family 'deeply disappointed' IDF won't pursue chargesby Andrew Thorpe on August 20, 2026 at 9:41 am
Zomi Frankcom's brother Mal says the decision to announce the outcome of the IDF investigation on World Humanitarian Day was "an insult to my sister's memory".
- Live: Storm host Panthers trying to avoid third straight loss in Cleary's milestoneby Jon Healy on August 20, 2026 at 9:03 am
The Penrith Panthers are trying to bounce back from back-to-back losses as they take on the Melbourne Storm in Ivan Cleary's milestone 500th game as a coach. Follow live.
- GnosisDAO approves Gnosis Chain for Ethereum Economic Zoneby Cointelegraph by Zoltan Vardai on August 20, 2026 at 8:59 am
Gnosis Chain was approved to transition to an EEZ rollup, enabling it to settle directly to Ethereum rather than continue with an independent validator set.
- Live: Suns favourite celebrates farewell game with goal against Saintsby Andrew McGarry on August 20, 2026 at 8:52 am
The final round in the AFL home-and-away season kicks off with St Kilda hosting Gold Coast at Docklands, with both sides playing for pride. Follow live.
- Proposed gun reforms 'betrayal of Tasmanians', critics sayby Lucy MacDonald on August 20, 2026 at 8:18 am
Tasmania's government says its proposed gun reform legislation strikes the right balance and will result in a significant uplift in community safety — but critics say the laws are a "betrayal" and won't make Tasmania safer.
- Max Verstappen signs to stay with Red Bull F1by Simon Smale on August 20, 2026 at 8:16 am
Max Verstappen has ended speculation about his Formula 1 future by signing a contract extension with Red Bull until 2030.
- Driver waits for compensation after new EV suddenly stops on freewayby Jonathon Kendall on August 20, 2026 at 8:13 am
Customers left in the lurch when a Chinese electric vehicle giant terminated its exclusive agreement with an Australian company now have more certainty, but it's been a hard for many.
- BitGo Korea secures VASP registration for institutional crypto custodyby Cointelegraph by Ezra Reguerra on August 20, 2026 at 7:48 am
Regulators reportedly accepted BitGo Korea’s registration on Tuesday, two days before stricter VASP entry requirements took effect.
- Evergrande founder sentenced to life in prison by Chinese courton August 20, 2026 at 7:38 am
Hui Ka Yan, who had faced eight charges including misuse of funds and illegally taking public deposits, pleaded guilty in April, following China Evergrande's collapse five years ago after a quarter of a century in operation.
- At least 100 dead after gold mine collapses in Central African Republicon August 20, 2026 at 7:32 am
An aid worker says it will be a "miracle" to find people alive under the rubble after a mine collapse in Central African Republic.
- Judge finds 'fundamental defect' in police taser investigationby Christopher Testa on August 20, 2026 at 7:27 am
A criminal prosecution of two police officers accused of tasering and restraining a prisoner with a mental illness comes to an end after a judge finds they could not be guaranteed a fair trial.
- Government extends aged care program funding shopping and transport helpby Evelyn Manfield on August 20, 2026 at 7:06 am
A government program that helps older people with shopping and transport has been extended until 2029 after ongoing uncertainty about its future.
- Lambie sparks veterans debate as Labor strikes dealsby Courtney Gould on August 20, 2026 at 7:05 am
This week Tasmanian Senator Jacqui Lambie shared her health struggles while the government and Coalition were busy making deals and One Nation launched a debate about cigarettes.
- Dr Who, Star Wars and the manosphere: 'Geek culture' revealed as pipeline to misogynyby Tom Hartley and Emily Jane Smith on August 20, 2026 at 7:03 am
Researchers say the manosphere has gone mainstream as young men who were suckered into the space reveal how they were recruited into the space.
- Rape trial of competitive bull rider Clay Hall hears closing argumentsby Dan McCray on August 20, 2026 at 7:01 am
The trial of competitive bull rider Clay Benjamin Hall, charged with the alleged rape of a teenage girl, has heard closing arguments from the prosecution and defence.
- Sex crimes detectives told of drug use in Sydney Swans hotel roomby Danny Tran and Olivia Jenkins on August 20, 2026 at 7:01 am
Detectives investigating a sexual assault scandal engulfing the Sydney Swans have been told some players paid female adult entertainers to consume drugs off their bodies.
- Coroner hears police did not help prisoner having cocaine seizureby Nicola Ceccato and Jessica Clifford on August 20, 2026 at 6:59 am
A coroner recommends that police further investigate the inaction of an officer who watched Hugo Knox fall in his cell and have a seizure after ingesting two bags of cocaine.
- Former police officer found guilty of misconduct for sharing information with drug dealerby Hannah Ross on August 20, 2026 at 6:57 am
A former NSW Police officer accused of sharing restricted information for free cocaine is found guilty of misconduct.
- MPs in stoush over art display naming children killed in Gazaby Keane Bourke on August 20, 2026 at 6:51 am
Western Australia's parliament suspends Nationals MP Lachlan Hunter for four days after he used a debate to call out what he branded an "antisemitic" art exhibit that displayed the names of children killed in Gaza.
- Judge erred allowing room for Erin Patterson parole one day, prosecutors sayby Kristian Silva on August 20, 2026 at 6:43 am
The Office of Public Prosecutors says the judge presiding over Patterson's murder trial erred when he allowed for the possibility of the mushroom killer getting parole one day.
- Tense exchange over interpretation of Zionism plays out at royal commissionby Phoebe Pin on August 20, 2026 at 6:28 am
The witness, a Sydney researcher, questioned Israel's right to exist and was quizzed on her views comparing zionism to violent extremism.
- New exclusion zones for adult entertainment venues in Adelaide's CBDby Sharne Wakefield on August 20, 2026 at 6:28 am
New adult entertainment services including sex shops will be banned from operating in prominent locations across the Adelaide CBD and North Adelaide, but existing venues will be able to remain.
- Swans sponsors pull support in wake of allegationson August 20, 2026 at 6:27 am
A number of Sydney Swans sponsors express alarm and disappointment over the five players linked to a police investigation into an alleged sexual assault.
- Volunteers frustrated by 'appalling' dog poo bags left on Adelaide trailsby Malcolm Sutton on August 20, 2026 at 6:27 am
Dog walkers enjoying Adelaide's trails have been leaving behind plastic-wrapped presents that should not be opened under any circumstances.
- CCTV captures moment deli worker dragged by car in alleged handbag theftby Samantha Goerling on August 20, 2026 at 6:17 am
CCTV footage has captured the moment a lunch bar worker was dragged by a car after chasing an alleged thief accused of stealing a handbag in Belmont.
- Here’s what happened in crypto todayby Cointelegraph by Ezra Reguerra on August 20, 2026 at 6:03 am
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.
- HYPE jumps 20% as Trump signals legal US path for Hyperliquidby Cointelegraph by Ezra Reguerra on August 20, 2026 at 5:52 am
HYPE reached $72 after Trump said the CFTC was pursuing compliant US access for Hyperliquid, though no formal regulatory plan has been released.
- Rushed CLARITY Act vote could set legislation back, Gallego warnsby Cointelegraph by Ezra Reguerra on August 20, 2026 at 4:27 am
Gallego said the White House has not provided point-by-point feedback on a bipartisan ethics proposal as a September vote approaches.
- August 20th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 578by sundance on August 20, 2026 at 4:20 am
In an effort to keep the Daily Open Thread a little more open topic we are going to start a new daily thread for “Presidential Politics”. Please use this thread to post anything relating to the Donald Trump Administration and Presidency. This thread will refresh daily and appear above the Open Discussion Thread. Posted in The post August 20th – 2026 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 578 appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- Wednesday August 20th – Open Threadby sundance on August 20, 2026 at 4:15 am
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy Name. Thy kingdom come. THY WILL BE DONE, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but DELIVER US FROM EVIL. The post Wednesday August 20th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- Susan Kokinda Outlines Distinctions in U.S-Canada Trade Relationshipby sundance on August 20, 2026 at 12:16 am
This video from the Promethean Action PAC wraps in a few background details that most readers and followers of the U.S-Canada trade relationship will likely find interesting. Susan Kokinda argues the dispute is larger than USMCA negotiations, portraying Canada as an “outlaw” that enables transshipment “smuggling,” fails to enforce forced-labor bans, and facilitates “snow-washing” through The post Susan Kokinda Outlines Distinctions in U.S-Canada Trade Relationship appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- USTR Jamieson Greer and Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc Give Remarks on Potential Trade Dealby sundance on August 19, 2026 at 9:58 pm
Earlier today following a meeting in Washington, D.C., between Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc and United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, both representatives delivered remarks to reporters. There are no details provided, however, within his remarks, Greer says he is confident that a deal has been reached as they work to finalize the details. USTR The post USTR Jamieson Greer and Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc Give Remarks on Potential Trade Deal appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- Bitcoin.com integrates UAE-registered US dollar stablecoin into self-custodial walletby Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on August 19, 2026 at 8:33 pm
The integration expands access to USDU, the UAE’s first central bank-registered US dollar stablecoin, as it builds distribution beyond institutional channels.
- Trump pushes for CLARITY Act passage alongside crypto leadersby Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on August 19, 2026 at 7:54 pm
Donald Trump spoke from the White House on Wednesday, urging the Senate to pass a crypto market structure bill to keep the country “ahead of China.”
- Crypto PAC notches primary wins, but loses $2M Florida raceby Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on August 19, 2026 at 6:48 pm
A Fairshake spokesperson said that the PAC was “just getting started“ on its expenditures as part of efforts to fill US Congress with lawmakers friendly to the crypto industry.
- Former Ukraine Defense Minister Calls for Elections as Second Ukrainian Arrested for Nordstream...by sundance on August 19, 2026 at 5:41 pm
The timing of these events is remarkable. Almost so remarkable that one might think they are intentionally sequenced. It started yesterday when the very popular former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov issued a striking warning about Ukraine’s government, corruption, and the need to develop an immediate mechanism for elections even while the war against Russia The post Former Ukraine Defense Minister Calls for Elections as Second Ukrainian Arrested for Nordstream Bombing appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- FalconX, Ethena bring USDe backing assets into $1B institutional credit facilityby Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on August 19, 2026 at 5:34 pm
The $1 billion facility will deploy assets backing USDe into overcollateralized institutional loans, expanding Ethena’s sources of returns beyond crypto basis strategies.
- President Trump Takes Media on Tour of White House Renovation and Repairby sundance on August 19, 2026 at 5:00 pm
Earlier today, President Trump took the media on a tour of current White House renovations and repairs. President Trump spoke at length about each aspect of the renovation and repair that is underway, giving specifics about the standards, measurements and systems that are being used in the process. You can tell President Trump is a The post President Trump Takes Media on Tour of White House Renovation and Repair appeared first on The Last Refuge.
- OCC head promises final GENIUS rules by Novemberby Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on August 19, 2026 at 5:00 pm
The US banking regulator released a 376‑page proposal in February, calling for public comment on rules to implement the stablecoin bill ahead of its January 2027 effective date.
- StanChart, HSBC execute first live transaction on Swift blockchain ledgerby Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on August 19, 2026 at 4:30 pm
The transaction connected the banks’ separate tokenized deposit systems through Swift’s ledger, marking a step toward interoperable, 24/7 cross-border payments.
- Standard Chartered analyst eyes $100K BTC as US Treasury doubles long-end buybacksby Cointelegraph by Sam Bourgi on August 19, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Bitcoin’s rebound toward $69,000 is gaining momentum as Geoff Kendrick points to improving liquidity conditions and a potential cycle bottom.
- US commodities regulator imposes 5-year trading ban on ex-Alameda, FTX execsby Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on August 19, 2026 at 3:50 pm
The consent orders ended the CFTC’s case against two former crypto executives after FTX and Alameda agreed to $12.7 billion in disgorgement and restitution payments in August 2024.
- Bitcoin price hits 11-week high as US Treasury doubles debt buyback sizeby Cointelegraph by William Suberg on August 19, 2026 at 3:44 pm
Bitcoin joined US stocks in a broad rally after the US Treasury announced that it was at least doubling the amount of its debt buyback operations from September.
- Injective receives SEC transfer agent registration for institutional services armby Cointelegraph by Sam Bourgi on August 19, 2026 at 3:19 pm
Injective’s affiliated entity can now maintain securities ownership records, adding regulated market infrastructure to its growing push into tokenized assets.
- 200,000 fake AI ‘victims’ deployed to scam bait online fraudstersby Cointelegraph by Andrew Fenton on August 19, 2026 at 1:30 pm
Apate’s 200,000 fake AI ‘victims’ are so good at scam baiting, the company has a monthly KPI for how many F-bombs scammers drop at the infuriating bots.
- SEC regulatory proposal marks ‘important’ step forward from ‘inapt’ crypto rules:...by Cointelegraph by Zoltan Vardai on August 19, 2026 at 1:27 pm
“Crypto mom” Hester Peirce praised the SEC’s proposed crypto regime, published days after the Senate failed to pass the CLARITY Act, the US’ first comprehensive industry framework.
- Centrifuge adds Symbiotic liquidity network across $1.6B in Janus Henderson, NYLIM fundsby Cointelegraph by Yohan Yun on August 19, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Symbiotic’s Liquid Lane gives eligible holders immediate USDC liquidity across three Centrifuge funds managed by Janus Henderson and NYLIM.
- Quick Take…the dead professor & “Arday’s Law”by Kit Knightly on August 18, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Jason Arday was allegedly (we always need this qualifier these days), a Cambridge professor of sociology who recently resigned from his post following allegations of plagiarism in his work and intense media scrutiny of some his more outlandish biographical claims. Shortly after resigning, he – again allegedly killed himself. Those are the bare bones of …
- The All-Seeing Eyeby ADMIN TEAM on August 17, 2026 at 6:30 pm
In an era where our every word, step, and glance can be archived, summarized, and replayed by sleek little discs pinned to our chests, the ancient archetype of the all-seeing eye has found its modern silicon incarnation. What was once the paranoid whisper of conspiracy has become the marketed convenience of ‘life logging’—yet beneath the …
- The Persistence of US Strategy, Anthony Fauci, and Limited Hangoutsby ADMIN TEAM on August 16, 2026 at 8:00 am
Throughout all the news cycles over the years, you can count on a continuity in U.S. government/media propaganda and strategy. Make a time capsule, fill it with today’s news, hide it away, and pull it out in five, ten, or fifteen years, and while many details (tactics) will have changed, the underlying themes will remain. …
- For Men and Women, and David Cayleyby ADMIN TEAM on August 15, 2026 at 6:00 pm
This article is dedicated to the memory of David Cayley, who died in June of this year. Much of David’s lifework was given to disseminating the ideas of Ivan Illich, one of the most important and least popular of which was the vital importance of men and women, made for and by ways of life, …
- WATCH: “Resistance Emerging to Globalist Technofeudal Plans”by ADMIN TEAM on August 14, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Shannon Joy joins host Hrvoje Moric to discuss the current state of the world and individual liberty. The world is in late-stage imperial decline characterized by widespread institutional corruption and a push for transnational technocratic control. The conversation examines COVID-19 as a pivotal psychological and military operation used to normalize biometric surveillance, digital IDs, and …
- Sustaining the City by Draining the Countrysideby ADMIN TEAM on August 13, 2026 at 6:30 pm
While critiques of Indian agriculture have long focused on the crisis of commercial cash crops and the corporatisation of wheat and paddy procurement, this focus creates a significant oversight. By treating the state-backed system as the universal standard, such analyses overlook the reality of the vast majority of smallholders—those growing pulses, millets and rain-fed crops …
- The Memory Holeby ADMIN TEAM on August 12, 2026 at 12:00 pm
I am beginning to think something is wrong with my memory. It’s strange, the feeling. I don’t know how to describe it. It’s not like I have amnesia or anything. I remember who I am, I think. And I remember things that happened in the past, but I don’t think I remember them the way …
- The Rogue AI Psy-Op Part 3 – do you see where this is going yet?by Kit Knightly on August 11, 2026 at 5:00 pm
"Rogue AIs" have become the lab leak theory of the tech sector, a sci-fi horror premise that flies in the face of reason, pretending to vague ideas of "revelations" and "accountability", while encouraging panic as a response and social control as a solution.
- So…what’s new on updated OffG…by Catte B on August 11, 2026 at 4:00 pm
UPDATED TO ADD – The newest posts now appear HERE on the front page under the featured and subscribe sections As promised here is a quick rundown of what’s new in the new look OffG Let’s start on the front page – most importantly perhaps is “Sections” – where you can find links to our …
- Who Set Up The Hit?by Michael Shrimpton on July 21, 2024 at 9:03 pm
It is now clear that Thomas Matthew Crooks was not acting alone last Saturday when he shot President Trump at the Butler Farm Show Grounds in Connoquonessing Township, Butler County PA. Since there are almost no lone gunmen that conclusion should not terribly surprising. It’s also clear that in a reprise of the assassination of
- Might The Polls Be Wrong?by Michael Shrimpton on July 3, 2024 at 7:36 pm
Every poll published so far in the British General Election campaign has shown Labour well in the lead, with margins of between roughly 15 and 25 per cent over the hapless Tories. Some of these have been MRP mega-polls with over 20,000 people contacted. The Tories are in full retreat, restricting campaigning to seats with
- Why Is the African Dish, Shakshuka So Popular In Israel?by Managing Editor on April 22, 2024 at 4:00 pm
Why Is the African Dish, Shakshuka So Popular In Israel? Shakshuka is an African-inspired dish with a rich history as it spread its influence to another country a long time ago, Israel. The Ottoman Empire and other North African nations enhanced the original influence of the traditional shakshuka recipe. North African Jewish immigrants that came
- Exploring Winning Betting Strategies In Blackjackby Managing Editor on April 1, 2024 at 3:00 pm
Exploring Winning Betting Strategies In Blackjack In the exciting world of online casinos, few are as alluring and intriguing as blackjack. Known for its blend of skill and chance, this thrilling card game has enthralled players for centuries. While mastering the basic rules and strategies of blackjack is essential, understanding how to manage your bets
- How to Identify GI Bill Fraudby Managing Editor on March 19, 2024 at 4:33 pm
How to Identify GI Bill Fraud The US government offers incentives and benefits for veterans who have served their country. Many of these benefits, including those under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, are tied to higher education and the costs associated with pursuing a degree. These benefits are designed to help veterans continue to advance
- Rumsfeld Shady Heritage in Pandemic: GILEAD’s Intrigues with WHO & Wuhan Lab. Bio-Weapons’...by Fabio G. C. Carisio on March 11, 2024 at 8:21 am
«You will only observe with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked. If you say, “The Lord is my refuge”, and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent». (Holy Bible – Psalm 90) by Fabio Giuseppe Carlo Carisio UPDATE ON JULY,
- Age Old Battle Between Khazarian Mafia and True Christianity Crashing Into Finalityby Jonas E. Alexis, Senior Editor on March 10, 2024 at 9:03 am
According to unconfirmed reports, yesterday Israel sent troops into Ukraine to fight the Russians for Zelensky’s army; both soundly defeated in short order. This kind of action seems to be a hopeless endeavor as the Russian Federation’s apparent complete weapons superiority (so far) seems to assure RF victory in the Ukraine.
- Shipping to Poland from the US: Navigating Customs Clearanceby Managing Editor on February 5, 2024 at 5:21 pm
Shipping to Poland from the US: Navigating Customs Clearance A few key steps are crucial When ensuring your international shipment reaches Poland without a hitch. First, pack your items carefully and accurately label them with the recipient’s address. It’s also vital to verify that what you’re sending isn’t on the list of prohibited items. Completing
- Braving the Storm and Tackling Addiction in the Ranks of US Veteransby Managing Editor on February 4, 2024 at 11:40 pm
The battle doesn’t always end when our soldiers return home. For many US veterans, the transition back to civilian life brings with it a new kind of warfare – one against addiction. This silent struggle often goes unnoticed, yet it is as real and challenging as any faced on the battlefield. In a society
- Navigating the Transition from Battlefield to Civilian Life for Our Homefront Heroesby Managing Editor on February 4, 2024 at 11:28 pm
The return home for veterans, often portrayed as a hero’s welcome, is a journey of complexities and challenges. As they transition from the structured life of military service to the civilian world, veterans face myriad adjustments that can be both daunting and disorienting. This article delves into the realities of life for veterans returning