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by Arthur Neslen on December 23, 2024 at 3:34 pm

The internal EU document may strip European foreign ministers of “plausible deniability” in Israeli war crimes in Gaza, experts said. The post EU Officials Will Claim Ignorance of Israel’s War Crimes. This Leaked Document Shows What They Knew. appeared first on The Intercept.

by Editor on December 23, 2024 at 11:30 am

Bindu Art School in Chengalpattu, a couple of hours by road from Chennai in South India, was set up in 2005 in the Bharatapuram leprosy colony. It was started by Austrian artist Werner Dornik and activist Padma Venkataraman. Werner, a multimedia artist from Bad Ischl in Austria, was 18 on his first visit to India …

by Liliana Segura on December 22, 2024 at 11:00 am

Indiana wanted to kill Joseph Corcoran under the cover of darkness, but one journalist slipped in to witness. The post Indiana’s Midnight Executions Are a Relic of Another Age appeared first on The Intercept.

by Editor on December 22, 2024 at 8:30 am

In October 2020, Bob Moran published a cartoon privately on social media. Bob was still employed by The Telegraph newspaper, though he would soon be sacked from this position. Bob’s cartoon was of an old man and woman on a hill, overlooking rolling fields and a nestled homestead. It was titled ‘Never surrender your right …

by Editor on December 21, 2024 at 6:30 pm

By the ‘Mussolini definition’, New Zealand is a fascist state, as are many others. But while in theory, such a country does not necessarily have to be totalitarian, rule by corporate power does not sit well with people’s idea of representative democracy. To be sustained, corporate power must therefore be concealed, courtesy of compliant media. …

by Editor on December 21, 2024 at 1:00 pm

There was a time in a galaxy far, far, away that you didn’t have the luxury of “choosing” what to believe. The job at hand was to figure out what the truth was and believe in that—the truth. Now, it seems we don’t need to do that if we don’t want to. Now we can …

by Chris Gelardi on December 21, 2024 at 10:00 am

A newly obtained document sheds light on how the disavowed “excited delirium” diagnosis infiltrated the Rochester Police Department before Prude’s death. The post What Killed Daniel Prude? The Cops and New York AG Said a Diagnosis That’s Since Been Debunked. appeared first on The Intercept.

by Sanya Mansoor on December 20, 2024 at 8:04 pm

“I have a fundamental right to be protected by my government, especially in times of war. My children and I deserve to return to the safety of the U.S.” The post Americans Stuck in Gaza Sue the U.S. for Leaving Them “Trapped in a War Zone” appeared first on The Intercept.

by The Intercept Briefing on December 20, 2024 at 4:10 pm

Biden is running out of time to stop another Trump execution spree. The post Power of the Pardon  appeared first on The Intercept.

by Matt Sledge on December 20, 2024 at 10:00 am

The Arizona senator’s prodigious campaign spending in global wine hot spots can’t possibly be related to the campaign she’s not running, says an ethics complaint. The post In Waning Senate Days, Kyrsten Sinema Screwed Workers and Spent Campaign Cash on Stay at French Castle appeared first on The Intercept.

by Editor on December 20, 2024 at 8:00 am

Oh for heaven’s sakes! Are there dunderheads running the world now? Their magic tricks and deception play like a scratchy old vinyl in the background of our lives now. We recognize some of the words but they’re distorted and annoying and hardly worth the effort of listening to. Better we should just spray paint them …

by Sunjeev Bery on December 19, 2024 at 5:00 pm

The U.S. political system is owned by corporations despised by the American people. Luigi Mangione is the result. The post Health Insurance Execs Should Live in Fear of Prison, Not Murder appeared first on The Intercept.

by Akela Lacy on December 19, 2024 at 3:16 pm

“The funds to CJA are critical for building community resilience against climate change threats.” The post EPA Staffers Demand Biden Release Climate Funds Withheld Over Gaza appeared first on The Intercept.

by Editor on December 19, 2024 at 8:00 am

Now that tech billionaires Elon Musk and Peter Thiel (who backed J. D. Vance) have bought the free and fair election of President Donald Trump for us in the United States, we are in danger of becoming a more “efficient” AI-surveilled and -run country. The experiment in democracy that is the United States has not …

by Jessica Washington on December 18, 2024 at 9:28 pm

Biden appears ready to sign the NDAA, despite objections from advocates and some Democrats about an insidious anti-trans rider. The post Senate Approves Defense Bill Blocking Health Care for Thousands of Trans Youth  appeared first on The Intercept.

by Kit Knightly on December 18, 2024 at 6:30 pm

As the embers of 2024 spit out their dying sparks and tendrils of smoke corkscrew into 2025, I want to ask: what were the important news stories of this year? Most people will say something international. The war in Ukraine, the atrocities in Gaza, the fall of Assad. Maybe some will cite elections, it was …

by Matt Sledge on December 18, 2024 at 11:00 am

Everyone from janitors to the Geek Squad could be forced to help the NSA spy — and Democrats barely put up a fight. The post Top Senator Warns Sweeping New Surveillance Powers Will “Inevitably Be Misused” by Trump appeared first on The Intercept.

by Jessica Washington on December 18, 2024 at 10:00 am

Trump wants a bloodbath for the federal employees, but government workers aren’t the only ones who will suffer. The post Federal Labor Unions Steel Themselves for Trump and DOGE’s Mass Firings appeared first on The Intercept.

by Matt Sledge on December 18, 2024 at 9:30 am

“When you imagine what the FTC is willing and able to do in the service of an authoritarian Trump administration, that takes you to some really terrifying places.” The post Republicans Said the FTC Was Too Politicized. Now Trump’s FTC Pick Says It Should be Politicized — by Trump. appeared first on The Intercept.

by Nick Turse on December 18, 2024 at 9:00 am

For more than two decades, the U.S. has flown drones over the heads of millions of people — watching, recording, and even killing some of them. The post America Gets a Taste of Its Own Medicine: Drone Terror appeared first on The Intercept.

by Editor on December 18, 2024 at 8:00 am

It was the best of years, it was the worst of years, it was a year of brilliance, it was a year of buffoonery, it was a year of faith, it was a year of incredulity, it was a year of expectation, it was a year of tribulation, it was a year of uncertainty, and …

by Natasha Lennard on December 17, 2024 at 10:00 am

As the diplomatic row over the embargo escalates, the U.S. sent Israel millions of pounds of ammunition through Spanish territory. The post U.S. Defied Spanish Embargo on Arms Bound for Israel by Making Enforcement More Difficult appeared first on The Intercept.

by Jonah Valdez on December 17, 2024 at 9:00 am

The big news outlets used to say settlements would encourage more lawsuits. Trump is already targeting smaller newspapers. The post The Real Danger of ABC News Settling Its Lawsuit With Donald Trump appeared first on The Intercept.

by Editor on December 17, 2024 at 6:00 am

Gordon Brown was Prime Minister of the UK from 2007 to 2010, having, from 1997, been chancellor of the exchequer under Tony Blair, whose links to the Rothschilds I explored in 2023. As I explained in 2021, Brown is notoriously close to “Sir” Ronald Cohen, the UK businessman and political mover and shaker, who is sometimes …

by Liliana Segura on December 15, 2024 at 11:00 am

The jurors that sent Hall to death row never heard critical evidence that could have convinced them to spare his life. Some of them now support his bid for clemency. The post Charles Hall Insisted He Wanted the Death Penalty. Now He’s Asking Biden for Mercy. appeared first on The Intercept.

by Aída Chávez on December 13, 2024 at 4:46 pm

Hours before Assad fell, Congress moved to extend sanctions. Despite presidential waivers, Syria won’t open up until they’re off the books. The post Keeping Sanctions in Force Would “Pull the Rug Out From Under Syria” appeared first on The Intercept.

by The Intercept Briefing on December 13, 2024 at 11:00 am

On The Intercept Briefing, Syrian journalist Rami Jarrah discusses the fall of the Assad family’s decadeslong brutal regime. The post Syria: What Comes Next? appeared first on The Intercept.

by Jessica Washington on December 12, 2024 at 9:34 pm

A little-noticed provision in the annual defense bill would bar the Pentagon from citing the Gaza Health Ministry as an authoritative source. The post Congress Keeps Trying to Hide the True Gaza Death Toll appeared first on The Intercept.

by Noah Hurowitz on December 12, 2024 at 7:54 pm

The Syrian regime’s ouster unleashed a collective unmasking across the country and its vast diaspora. The post Syrian Activists Feared Assad’s Retaliation. His Fall Frees Them to Speak Openly. appeared first on The Intercept.

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

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

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

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

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

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,

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.

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

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

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