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    Breaking: Boddington bushfire escalates amid 40C heat and gusty winds
    on December 25, 2025 at 5:49 am

    A bushfire threatening the town of Boddington, south-east of Perth, has intensified as firefighters battle to contain the blaze on a hot and gusty 40-degree Celsius Christmas Day.

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    Social engineering cost crypto billions in 2025: How to protect yourself
    by Cointelegraph by Stephen Katte on December 25, 2025 at 5:47 am

    Crypto hackers took social engineering to a whole other level this year, and advances in artificial intelligence mean scams are about to get even harder to detect.

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    December 25th – 2025 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 340
    by Sundance on December 25, 2025 at 5:20 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 December 25th – 2025 Presidential Politics – Trump Administration Day 340 appeared first on The Last Refuge.

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    Bitcoiners bullish over Elon Musk tipping ‘double-digit’ economic growth
    by Cointelegraph by Ciaran Lyons on December 25, 2025 at 5:18 am

    Elon Musk added that “triple-digit” economic growth could even be possible by 2030; however, some Bitcoiners worry about a 2026 bear market.

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    Thursday December 25th – Open Thread
    by Sundance on December 25, 2025 at 5:15 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 Thursday December 25th – Open Thread appeared first on The Last Refuge.

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    Crypto saw record $8.6B in deals in 2025 with growth under Trump: FT
    by Cointelegraph by Brayden Lindrea on December 25, 2025 at 4:59 am

    The number of crypto deals reportedly skyrocketed this year and hit a record total value of $8.6 billion, led by Coinbase’s record-breaking acquisition of Deribit.

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    Will the ‘Scandinavian sleep method’ really help me sleep?
    on December 25, 2025 at 4:40 am

    This arrangement allows couples to continue sleeping together while meeting each person's individual needs.

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    Charity, church services and cheer as Australians give back on Christmas Day
    on December 25, 2025 at 3:50 am

    Australians have marked another Christmas Day with solemnity and celebration, with churches full and beaches packed.

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    Man dies after Christmas Eve stabbing near Perth shopping complex
    by Rebecca Trigger on December 25, 2025 at 3:37 am

    Homicide squad detectives are investigating the fatal stabbing of a man near a shopping complex in Perth's southern suburbs late on Christmas Eve.

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    Australia opts for all-pace bowling attack for Boxing Day Test
    on December 25, 2025 at 3:29 am

    With up to 10mm of grass on the MCG pitch, Australia has opted for a bold and historic option and left out offspinner Todd Murphy.

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    Public assemblies banned for 14 days across Sydney as police enact new laws
    by Jamie McKinnell on December 25, 2025 at 3:19 am

    The NSW Police Commissioner, Mal Lanyon, has activated new powers prescribed under changes to NSW protest laws sparked by the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach on December 14.

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    How Mackay's Filipino community maintains connection
    by Liam McNally on December 25, 2025 at 3:05 am

    Music, food and a festive mood are what make a Filipino Christmas Mass unique, according to organisers of a north Queensland Simbang Gabi celebration.

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    Polymarket says third-party provider caused reported account breaches
    by Cointelegraph by Brian Quarmby on December 25, 2025 at 2:48 am

    Some Polymarket users reported that their accounts had been breached and drained, which the prediction market blamed on a third-party provider.

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    SA Labor stalwart and former federal minister Nick Bolkus dies
    by Thomas Kelsall on December 25, 2025 at 2:28 am

    Nick Bolkus, the long-time Labor senator who played an influential role in shaping Australia's migration policy under prime minister Paul Keating, has died aged 75.

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    As old-school camera repairers retire, what's the future of film?
    by Kenith Png on December 25, 2025 at 2:25 am

    As film photography surges in popularity among younger generations, technicians who repair analogue cameras are retiring, raising concerns it will become a dying art.

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    Solana and Ethereum can coexist in tokenization race: Dragonfly VC
    by Cointelegraph by Ciaran Lyons on December 25, 2025 at 2:16 am

    Dragonfly’s Rob Hadick says “there’s a lot of room” in crypto for more than one blockchain as networks race to win market share of tokenized assets.

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    Tokenization has moved past money only meaning fiat: Kraken exec
    by Cointelegraph by Brayden Lindrea on December 25, 2025 at 2:01 am

    Blockchain tokenization is radically expanding the definition of money, enabling anyone to trade, save and spend in virtually any asset they like, says Kraken’s Mark Greenberg.

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    PM, Jewish leaders condemn apparent firebombing of Hanukkah car
    on December 25, 2025 at 12:59 am

    Authorities were called to a St Kilda East residence about 3am, where a car with a sign celebrating the Jewish holiday had been set alight.

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    Faye's great Christmas cake baking mission
    by Julie Kimberley on December 25, 2025 at 12:34 am

    As households across the world sit down to enjoy a festive feast, Faye Taylor revels in knowing 500 of her traditional Christmas cakes are bringing enjoyment and helping raise funds for people in need.

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    Pope Leo criticises 'distorted economy' in first Christmas mass
    on December 25, 2025 at 12:31 am

    Pope Leo XIV holds the first Christmas mass of his pontificate, greeting thousands of faithful in St Peter's Square before the Christmas Eve service.

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    White Christmas in Tasmania as heat climbs in other states
    by Gian De Poloni, Scout Wallen, and Rebecca Trigger on December 24, 2025 at 11:23 pm

    Snow has arrived in the island state on Christmas morning, but hotter conditions are expected around the country, including a scorcher in the west.

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    From stablecoins to incumbents, VCs map crypto value in 2025
    by Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on December 24, 2025 at 10:04 pm

    Venture partners such as Pantera, Hash3 and Variant look back on a year of regulatory shifts and uneven markets, outlining crypto’s biggest winners and losers in 2025.

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    Here’s what happened in crypto today
    by Cointelegraph by Cointelegraph on December 24, 2025 at 9:59 pm

    Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.

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    Fashion helps to heal community years after floods
    by Dunja Karagic on December 24, 2025 at 9:58 pm

    Almost three years ago, a region in Western Australia's far north was devastated by once-in-a-century floods. Now fashion is stepping in, to heal scars and promote confidence.

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    Christmas Day cyclone greets remote Australian islands
    by Kelsey Reid and Rebecca Trigger on December 24, 2025 at 9:30 pm

    Tropical Cyclone Grant is expected to remain a category one system as it passes just to the north of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands off the West Australian coast.

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    White House official says US forces to focus on 'quarantine' of Venezuela
    on December 24, 2025 at 9:30 pm

    The White House has ordered US military forces to focus almost exclusively on enforcing the "quarantine" of Venezuelan oil, a US official says.

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    Binance lists som-pegged stablecoin as Kyrgyzstan deepens crypto push
    by Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on December 24, 2025 at 9:15 pm

    The listing follows Kyrgyzstan’s passage of crypto legislation, the launch of a new US dollar–pegged stablecoin backed by physical gold and plans to build a national crypto reserve.

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    A million more Epstein files found, US government says
    by Brad Ryan and Syan Vallance on December 24, 2025 at 9:11 pm

    The Department of Justice says the release of the Epstein files will take "a few more weeks" after a million additional documents were uncovered.

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    A Merry Christmas Message – Thankful for YOU!
    by Sundance on December 24, 2025 at 9:00 pm

    Setting aside the assembly of research notes for topics and issues I am following; I turn to send a simple message on this holiest of holy nights. I am thankful for you in ways I will never be able to convey. When we say “Merry Christmas” do we think about it? This is the day The post A Merry Christmas Message – Thankful for YOU! appeared first on The Last Refuge.

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    How a nursing home tackled racism by celebrating culture
    by Penny Burfitt on December 24, 2025 at 8:39 pm

    In 2024 a nurse reported racist abuse from some residents and family members. A year later, instances of abuse have plummeted and staff say it is because of a new program promoting respect.

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    In sport, music and even maths, finding 'the zone' is a beautiful thing
    by David Mark on December 24, 2025 at 8:24 pm

    There is a state of mind athletes talk about when they are totally absorbed in the moment and the actions of their sport.

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    How voice memos helped bring an 1,800-year-old first hymn back to life
    by James Tugwell on December 24, 2025 at 8:10 pm

    Songwriters living in ancient Egypt would never have expected the words and melodies they sung would feature on Australian music charts 1,800 years later.

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    Bitcoin bears currently favored in BTC’s end-of-year $30.3B options expiry
    by Cointelegraph by Marcel Pechman on December 24, 2025 at 8:00 pm

    Bitcoin options markets remain tilted toward bears despite US investors’ expectations of economic stimulus injections and semi-bullish outlook for 2026.

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    Long public transport trips are now a go-to for holiday homecomings
    by Ethan Seiderman and Philippe Perez on December 24, 2025 at 7:58 pm

    Budget-conscious travellers are turning to long-haul trips on public transport to get home for Christmas, but overcrowding and delays in the regions can cause headaches.

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    'We push it to the max': She ready to add to Sydney to Hobart history
    by Andrew McGarry on December 24, 2025 at 7:44 pm

    A fellowship of sailors will embark on She's 23rd Sydney to Hobart campaign. As they do they will honour one of the most resilient boats in the race's history and remember late owner Peter Rodgers.

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    'Aussie' poster in Adelaide vandalised with 'white power' graffiti
    by Thomas Kelsall and Kathryn Bermingham on December 24, 2025 at 7:42 pm

    An Adelaide street artist's poster aimed at provoking thought about national identity has been vandalised with racist graffiti.

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    Festive 'Friendsmas' celebrations combat loneliness, social isolation
    by Gemma Ferguson on December 24, 2025 at 7:30 pm

    Despite our screens being filled with images of happy families celebrating Christmas, some feel the festive season is lonelier than ever.

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    How second-hand shopping could be fuelling consumption
    on December 24, 2025 at 7:25 pm

    The rising popularity of second-hand and vintage fashion has been viewed as an opportunity to reduce fast fashion consumption; however, Australia remains one of the world's highest waste producers.

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    Crypto heads into 2026 with privacy, decentralized identity on the line
    by Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on December 24, 2025 at 7:17 pm

    As crypto, governments and Big Tech converge on digital identity, selective disclosure and zero-knowledge proofs are emerging as a privacy-first alternative to surveillance systems.

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    John Brennan’s Lawfare Lawyers Are Revealing More Than They Intend
    by Sundance on December 24, 2025 at 7:16 pm

    As we noted yesterday, lawyers representing former CIA Director John Brennan are sending proactive letters to the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Florida {SEE HERE}.  However, some of the information included in the letters intended to be exculpatory is actually damning against their defense position. You have to go deep in the The post John Brennan’s Lawfare Lawyers Are Revealing More Than They Intend appeared first on The Last Refuge.

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    Ether price under pressure as $6B in options expiry nears
    by Cointelegraph by Marcel Pechman on December 24, 2025 at 6:45 pm

    ETH options data shows investors increasing downside protection as the year-end $6 billion options expry approaches, signaling caution.

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    Secretary of State Marco Rubio Issues Visa Bans Against Five EU Leaders of Censorship
    by Sundance on December 24, 2025 at 6:07 pm

    The European Union, France and Germany are furious at the U.S. State Department and Marco Rubio for issuing visa bans against European political figures who are involved in censorship under the guise of combating online hate and disinformation. Brussels said Wednesday it will “respond swiftly and decisively” against the “unjustified measures.” [SOURCE] The first EU The post Secretary of State Marco Rubio Issues Visa Bans Against Five EU Leaders of Censorship appeared first on The Last Refuge.

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    Investigation into Minnesota’s Somali Immigrant Fraud Ring Expanding
    by Sundance on December 24, 2025 at 6:00 pm

    Representative Kristin Robbins claims there are multiple millions in assisted living program fraud, while highlighting failures in basic internal controls and ongoing payments indicted individuals. Federal Education Secretary Linda McMahon, House Speaker Lisa Demuth, and Rep. Robbins have all urged Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to step down. Governor Walz says he accepts accountability; however, he The post Investigation into Minnesota’s Somali Immigrant Fraud Ring Expanding appeared first on The Last Refuge.

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    NFTs shifted to utility and culture as price faded in 2025
    by Cointelegraph by Nate Kostar on December 24, 2025 at 6:00 pm

    In 2025, non-fungible tokens were reshaped by falling volumes, cultural repositioning and a growing focus on real-world use cases.

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    Offchain Labs boosts ARB stake as Arbitrum crosses $20B milestone
    by Cointelegraph by Sam Bourgi on December 24, 2025 at 5:45 pm

    Offchain Labs increased its ARB holdings, signaling long-term conviction in Arbitrum as governance token prices slump and layer-2 competition intensifies.

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    Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio Presents a Recap of 2025
    by Sundance on December 24, 2025 at 5:45 pm

    [I present this with a qualifier that will become clear in a few days. Christmastime is not the time for such conversations, yet. However, thankfully we do not yet need to go too deep into motivations – we will soon.] Secretary of State, National Security Advisor and National Archivist Marco Rubio, presents a short year The post Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio Presents a Recap of 2025 appeared first on The Last Refuge.

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    Price predictions 12/24: BTC, ETH, BNB, XRP, SOL, DOGE, ADA, BCH, LINK, HYPE
    by Cointelegraph by Rakesh Upadhyay on December 24, 2025 at 4:30 pm

    Bitcoin and several major altcoins turned down from their overhead resistance levels, signaling that the bears continued to sell on rallies.

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    Merry Christmas, Caroline Ellison: Here's an early release from custody
    by Cointelegraph by Turner Wright on December 24, 2025 at 3:53 pm

    The former Alameda Research CEO, subject to intense public scrutiny for her role in FTX's collapse and association with Sam Bankman-Fried, will be released in January.

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    70% of Ether positions are 'long' as whale accumulation tightens ETH supply
    by Cointelegraph by Biraajmaan Tamuly on December 24, 2025 at 3:50 pm

    Whales have accumulated over $2 billion in Ether, as derivatives positioning skewed 70% net long with leverage at record highs. When will ETH price break out?

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    Five governments that clarified crypto licensing in 2025
    by Cointelegraph by Abhinav Tewari on December 24, 2025 at 3:37 pm

    Discover the five governments that simplified crypto licensing in 2025, from the GENIUS Act in the US to the EU’s MiCA passporting regime.

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    WATCH: The Doll’s Ghost
    by Editor on December 24, 2025 at 6:00 pm

    In great British tradition of ghost stories at Christmas, we want to share this video on Christmas Eve. “The Doll’s Ghost” by American author F. Marion Crawford was first published in 1897. It is read by Tony Walker of the Classic Ghost Stories podcast, who is a brilliant reader with a great voice. In their …

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    Prosecutor Floating Death Penalty for Nick Reiner Knows It’s an Empty Threat
    by Liliana Segura on December 24, 2025 at 12:00 pm

    LA District Attorney Nathan Hochman is playing politics by raising the specter of the death penalty for the murders of Rob and Michele Reiner. The post Prosecutor Floating Death Penalty for Nick Reiner Knows It’s an Empty Threat appeared first on The Intercept.

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    International Pressure Was Building to Hold Israel Accountable. What Happened?
    by Jonah Valdez on December 24, 2025 at 11:00 am

    After Trump’s plan for Gaza went into effect, governments seemed eager to return to the status quo. The post International Pressure Was Building to Hold Israel Accountable. What Happened? appeared first on The Intercept.

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    10 Companies Have Already Made $1 Million as ICE Bounty Hunters. We Found Them.
    by Sam Biddle on December 23, 2025 at 8:38 pm

    And they stand to make millions more in cash bonuses for surveilling and tracking immigrants in service of ICE’s deportation machine. The post 10 Companies Have Already Made $1 Million as ICE Bounty Hunters. We Found Them. appeared first on The Intercept.

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    Marjorie Taylor Greene Is Rebranding for the Post-MAGA Era. Centrists Are Falling for It.
    by Eoin Higgins on December 23, 2025 at 7:27 pm

    By breaking with Trump, Greene might be looking to broaden her appeal ahead of 2028 — or trying to claim the MAGA mantle. The post Marjorie Taylor Greene Is Rebranding for the Post-MAGA Era. Centrists Are Falling for It. appeared first on The Intercept.

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    Christmas Fundraiser – Help keep us going in the new year!
    by Editor on December 23, 2025 at 7:00 pm

    Hey all, and happy holiday season. Whatever you celebrate at this time of year, and even if you celebrate nothing, we hope you will have times of joy and plenty with loved ones, or at least some decent food and warmth and safety from harm. Without Patreon or any other source of revenue (since we …

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    U.S. Military Killed Boat Strike Survivors for Not Surrendering Correctly
    by Nick Turse on December 23, 2025 at 6:03 pm

    Before ordering a second strike on their boat, Adm. Frank Bradley sought legal advice from JSOC’s top lawyer, Col. Cara Hamaguchi, The Intercept has learned. The post U.S. Military Killed Boat Strike Survivors for Not Surrendering Correctly appeared first on The Intercept.

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    Land of Confusion: The Great Reset in Motion
    by Editor on December 23, 2025 at 8:30 am

    The global disruptions we have seen in recent years are frequently presented as a chaotic sequence of events: a ‘pandemic’, inflation, energy shortages and war. Little wonder that most people are confused. However, a structural analysis reveals a more deliberate controlled demolition of the 20th-century social contract. We are witnessing a transition from a productive …

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    Bari Weiss Is Doing Exactly What She Was Installed at CBS to Do
    by Adam Johnson on December 23, 2025 at 12:58 am

    By pulling a “60 Minutes” segment, the new editor-in-chief is torching the network’s credibility to protect the Ellison family’s interests. The post Bari Weiss Is Doing Exactly What She Was Installed at CBS to Do appeared first on The Intercept.

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    The Surveillance State Is Making a Naughty List—and You’re On It
    by Editor on December 22, 2025 at 9:00 am

    “He sees you when you’re sleeping. He knows when you’re awake. He knows if you’ve been bad or good, So be good for goodness’ sake.” “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” For generations, “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town” has been treated as a playful reminder to children to be good because someone, somewhere, is …

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    Anti-Palestinian Billionaires Can Now Control What TikTok Users See
    by Sunjeev Bery on December 21, 2025 at 9:14 pm

    Users need to revolt against what will very likely be an even more widespread effort to censor voices critical of Israel. The post Anti-Palestinian Billionaires Can Now Control What TikTok Users See appeared first on The Intercept.

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    Friedrich Nietzsche Asks George Clooney, “Jay Kelly,” and Us: What is an Actor?
    by Editor on December 21, 2025 at 6:30 pm

    “Are you genuine? Or merely an actor? A representative? Or that which is represented? In the end, perhaps you are merely a copy of an actor. Second question of conscience.” Friedrich Nietzsche, Twilight of the Idols Why is understanding the answer to this question so important, and why is it so hard for people to understand …

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    Do only the stones remember?
    by Editor on December 20, 2025 at 4:00 pm

    We would not make good communists. We of the democratic nations. Not the proper kind. Not the disciplined, purified kind. We would try — briefly — with the awkward sincerity of people wearing borrowed clothes. We would recite the words, mispronounce the vows, trip over the rules. Even if we meant well, we would break …

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    StopAntisemitism Takes Credit for Getting Hundreds Fired. A Music Teacher Is Suing.
    by Jonah Valdez on December 20, 2025 at 11:00 am

    Known for targeting celebrities like Ms. Rachel, the pro-Israel blacklist also goes after private individuals who post in solidarity with Palestine. The post StopAntisemitism Takes Credit for Getting Hundreds Fired. A Music Teacher Is Suing. appeared first on The Intercept.

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    ICE Hires Immigrant Bounty Hunters From Private Prison Company GEO Group
    by Sam Biddle on December 19, 2025 at 7:13 pm

    BI Incorporated, a subsidiary of for-profit prison company GEO Group, will help ICE pinpoint the locations of immigrants. The post ICE Hires Immigrant Bounty Hunters From Private Prison Company GEO Group appeared first on The Intercept.

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    The electronic cottage: how technology causes family breakdown
    by Editor on December 19, 2025 at 6:00 pm

    Alvin Toffler, whose prophetic book Future Shock (1970) primed sociologists and politicians for radical change to society as a result of technological advances, was in a position ten years later to show how much of his vision was being realised. In The Third Wave: the Revolution that will Change Our Lives (1980) he described how the industrial economy was …

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    Ousted Air Force Special Ops Command Chief Faces Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
    by Austin Campbell on December 19, 2025 at 4:24 pm

    The charges follow a formal investigation after Anthony Green was mysteriously removed from his position in April. The post Ousted Air Force Special Ops Command Chief Faces Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges appeared first on The Intercept.

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    The Netflix–Warner Bros. Merger Is a Broadside Attack on Workers
    by Sean Bell on December 19, 2025 at 12:00 pm

    The goal of any monopoly is to create an entity so powerful it sets the terms industrywide, leaving consumers and workers with no choice. The post The Netflix–Warner Bros. Merger Is a Broadside Attack on Workers appeared first on The Intercept.

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    Deportation, Inc.
    by The Intercept Briefing on December 19, 2025 at 11:00 am

    The true cost of fulfilling Trump’s mass deportation agenda and who’s profiting. The post Deportation, Inc. appeared first on The Intercept.

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    The “Warrior Dividend” Is Trump’s Latest PR Stunt to Act Like He Cares About the Troops
    by Alain Stephens on December 18, 2025 at 11:00 pm

    A measly $1,776 check for members of the military can’t undo years of insults and cuts. The post The “Warrior Dividend” Is Trump’s Latest PR Stunt to Act Like He Cares About the Troops appeared first on The Intercept.

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    NY Times’ David Brooks Said There’s Too Much Focus on Jeffrey Epstein. Here He Is Hanging With...
    by Noah Hurowitz on December 18, 2025 at 6:58 pm

    New York Times columnist David Brooks appears at a 2011 dinner with Jeffrey Epstein in the latest set of photos from the House Oversight Committee. The post NY Times’ David Brooks Said There’s Too Much Focus on Jeffrey Epstein. Here He Is Hanging With Epstein. appeared first on The Intercept.

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    Secretive Georgia Clemency Board Suspends Execution After Its Conflicts of Interest Are Exposed
    by Liliana Segura on December 18, 2025 at 10:00 am

    Stacey Humphreys’s death sentence was rooted in juror misconduct. His fate may lie with people directly involved in his trial. The post Secretive Georgia Clemency Board Suspends Execution After Its Conflicts of Interest Are Exposed appeared first on The Intercept.

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    WATCH: The Secret of the Doomsday Seed Vault
    by Editor on December 18, 2025 at 8:30 am

    What on earth are the eugenicists preparing for with the doomsday seed vault? Why does humanity need a backup of millions of seed varieties that have presumably been around (for the most part) throughout human history? What kind of environmental catastrophe could possibly contaminate the gene pool to the point where we would need to …

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    Congress Squanders Last Chance to Block Venezuela War Before Going on Vacation
    by Matt Sledge on December 18, 2025 at 12:00 am

    “At least George Bush had the decency to come to Congress for approval in 2002. Don’t the American people deserve that respect today?” The post Congress Squanders Last Chance to Block Venezuela War Before Going on Vacation appeared first on The Intercept.

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    Olivia Nuzzi Is Completely Oblivious
    by Katherine Krueger on December 17, 2025 at 10:40 pm

    “American Canto” is a story about the battle for the souls of a country and a journalist. But it’s certainly not about how things really work. The post Olivia Nuzzi Is Completely Oblivious appeared first on The Intercept.

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    Imagine All the People: Food, Freedom and What It Means to Be Human
    by Editor on December 17, 2025 at 8:30 am

    Fifty-four years ago, John Lennon asked us to imagine a world with no borders. But he did not foresee a world where the only thing left to colonise would be our own humanity. Today, the ‘dream’ has become a civilisation crisis, a cage of standardisation, designed to strip us of our culture and our biological …

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    Longtime Paid FBI Informant Was Instrumental in Terror Case Against “Turtle Island Liberation...
    by Noah Hurowitz on December 16, 2025 at 8:37 pm

    Kash Patel and others touted the FBI’s investigative work, but the few available details point to a more complicated picture. The post Longtime Paid FBI Informant Was Instrumental in Terror Case Against “Turtle Island Liberation Front” appeared first on The Intercept.

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    AIPAC Head Hosts Fundraiser for House Candidate Who Swears AIPAC Isn’t Backing Her
    by Akela Lacy on December 16, 2025 at 7:19 pm

    Laura Fine has distanced herself from the Israel lobby, but AIPAC donors are pouring funding into her Illinois congressional campaign. The post AIPAC Head Hosts Fundraiser for House Candidate Who Swears AIPAC Isn’t Backing Her appeared first on The Intercept.

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    U.N. Experts Blast U.S. Universities for Human Rights Violations Against Gaza Protesters
    by Noah Hurowitz on December 16, 2025 at 4:44 pm

    The U.N. experts wrote blistering letters to five American universities about their crackdowns on Gaza protests. The post U.N. Experts Blast U.S. Universities for Human Rights Violations Against Gaza Protesters appeared first on The Intercept.

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    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

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    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

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    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

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    Exploring Winning Betting Strategies In Blackjack
    by 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

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    How to Identify GI Bill Fraud
    by 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

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    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,

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    Age Old Battle Between Khazarian Mafia and True Christianity Crashing Into Finality
    by 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.

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    Shipping to Poland from the US: Navigating Customs Clearance
    by 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

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    Braving the Storm and Tackling Addiction in the Ranks of US Veterans
    by 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

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    Navigating the Transition from Battlefield to Civilian Life for Our Homefront Heroes
    by 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

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