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Our successor to This Week in the Guardian, This Week in the New Normal is our weekly chart of the progress of autocracy, authoritarianism and economic restructuring around the world. 1. Anti-radicalisation classes for young boys? The British government is going to start special “anti-misogyny” classes in schools, as part of their ongoing war against …

Stephens parroted Benjamin Netayahu’s scurrilous weaponization of antisemitism to justify any and all of Israel's actions. The post NY Times’ Bret Stephens Blames Palestine Freedom Movement for Bondi Beach Shooting appeared first on The Intercept.

Fewer Americans support capital punishment. Fewer courts are handing out death sentences. And we’ve got way more executions this year. The post Despite Declining Support for the Death Penalty, Executions Nearly Doubled in 2025, Report Says appeared first on The Intercept.

These U.S. funders are exporting the same tactics that have for years helped AIPAC crush support for Palestinians to Europe. The post Meet the U.S. Donors Funding ELNET, the AIPAC of Europe appeared first on The Intercept.

“We the people are the rightful masters of both Congress and the courts, not to overthrow the Constitution but to overthrow the men who pervert the Constitution.” Abraham Lincoln We now live in a nation where constitutional rights exist in theory, not in practice. Yet what good are rights on paper when every branch of government …

Earlier today, two gunmen allegedly opened fire on attendees of a Chanukah by the Sea event on Bondi Beach in Sydney. So far, authorities have claimed 12 people are dead, eleven civilians and one gunman, with a further twenty nine in hospital, includ8ng the second alleged gunman. One suspect has been named as Naveed Akram, …

The bizarre oral argument in Hamm v. Smith shows how decades of case law rooted in science is now under siege at the high court. The post Alabama Begs Supreme Court to Make It Easier to Execute People With Intellectual Disabilities appeared first on The Intercept.

We’re being hit with the “Super Flu” (allegedly), and that means everyone wants us to wear masks again. We went over this (a lot) in 2020. Then we went over it again in 2023. Masks don’t work, they never worked, and – prior to 2020 – the academic literature was very clear on this. In …

The Department of War has cracked the code on making the perfect press corps by welcoming in only its biggest cheerleaders. The post The Brand-New Pentagon Press Corps Is Gaga for Hegseth appeared first on The Intercept.

The pilot program, added to the military budget behind closed doors, upends an 80-year precedent against covering contractors’ interest payments. The post Lawmakers Pave the Way to Billions in Handouts for Weapons Makers That the Pentagon Itself Opposed appeared first on The Intercept.

The Trump administration ignored questions about whether it would order the killings of those on its NSPM-7 list — even while answering our other queries. The post White House Refuses to Rule Out Summary Executions of People on Its Secret Domestic Terrorist List appeared first on The Intercept.

The fourteenth Independent Media Alliance livestream marks the holiday season by tackling audience-submitted questions. Our own Kit Knightly is playing host as IMA regulars Derrick Broze, Ryan Cristian, Iain Davis, Hrvoje Moric, Steve Poikonen and Charlie Robinson tackle questions big and small. The video will be going LIVE AT 7pm GMT/2pm Eastern. You can read …

The Trump administration is killing civilians in the Caribbean and Pacific and trying to suppress videos of boat strikes and press coverage. The post “Trump Has Appointed Himself Judge, Jury, and Executioner” appeared first on The Intercept.

The 911 operator couldn’t send an ambulance because it was already responding to another call from ICE’s Stewart Detention Center. The post ICE Prison’s 911 Calls Overwhelm a Rural Georgia Emergency System appeared first on The Intercept.

The Trump administration is funding its anti-immigrant campaign with money set aside for defense, Democratic lawmakers wrote. The post Trump Administration Diverted $2 Billion in Pentagon Funds to Target Immigrants, Lawmakers Say appeared first on The Intercept.

Despite saying that antifa is the biggest U.S. domestic threat, the FBI couldn’t explain how the movement is a “terror organization” — or an organization at all. The post How Many Members Does Antifa Have? Where Is Its Headquarters? The FBI Has No Answers. appeared first on The Intercept.

Growing dissatisfaction with the Israel lobby may pave a lane for Nida Allam, who launched her congressional campaign in North Carolina Thursday with the backing of Justice Democrats. The post AIPAC Spent Millions to Keep Her Out of Congress. Now, She Sees an Opening.  appeared first on The Intercept.

As everyone knows by now, the UK government has rolled out new digital identity verification requirements for directors through Companies House. What people may not be aware of is that these requirements intersect with the UK’s Digital Identity and Attributes Trust Framework (DIATF) — the government’s set of rules for how verified identity attributes and credentials can …

Anduril calls itself an “arsenal of democracy.” So why is it partnering with an authoritarian monarchy to build drones? The post Anduril Partners With UAE Bomb Maker Accused of Arming Sudan’s Genocide appeared first on The Intercept.

After months of extrajudicial killings in the waters off Venezuela, the Trump administration opted instead to capture an oil tanker. The post U.S. Realizes It Can Seize Boats After All appeared first on The Intercept.

Recently, the deputy PM and justice secretary, David Lammy, announced that the UK government is planning to scrap jury trials for all but suspected murder, manslaughter and rape cases. The push-back has been considerable, but we are supposed to believe that the only place where resistance has any meaningful chance of success is in parliament. This is not …

MS-13 gang members told Hondurans to vote for the Trump-backed right-wing candidate or “we’ll kill you and your whole fucking family.” The post MS-13 and Trump Backed the Same Presidential Candidate in Honduras appeared first on The Intercept.

Once eschewed by the Pentagon, the “Jerusalem cross” has been co-opted by the far right — and embraced by Pete Hegseth. The post Official Propaganda for Caribbean Military Buildup Includes “Crusader Cross” appeared first on The Intercept.

Both chambers included Pentagon budget provisions for a right to repair, but they died after defense industry meetings on Capitol Hill. The post Congress Quietly Kills Military “Right to Repair,” Allowing Corporations to Cash In on Fixing Broken Products appeared first on The Intercept.

Now that Randy Andy has been exposed as an Epstein-associated degenerate, even the most dyed-in-the-wool defenders of the British royal family are starting to question their fealty to the House of Windsor. But do you know just how many pedophiles have personally mentored and advised King Charles himself? Strap in, because you’re about to learn …

Gen. Ken Wilsbach promotes nuclear “recapitalization” in his first memo to the Air Force — fueling fear of a radical shift away from nukes acting solely as deterrence. The post New Air Force Chief Boosts Nuclear Buildup, Moving Away From Deterrence, Experts Warn appeared first on The Intercept.

“The United States boldly broke with the ancient military custom of swearing loyalty to a leader. Article VI required that American Officers thereafter swear loyalty to our basic law, the Constitution… Our American Code of Military Obedience requires that, should orders and the law ever conflict, our officers must obey the law…This nation must have …

YouTube offered conflicting explanations for deleting the account of Robert Inlakesh, who covered Israel’s occupation of the West Bank. The post A Journalist Reported From Palestine. YouTube Deleted His Account Claiming He’s an Iranian Agent. appeared first on The Intercept.

ICE’s operation against Minnesota’s Somali community is seen not as an immigration raid but as a racist intimidation campaign. The post U.S. Citizens With Somali Roots Are Carrying Their Passports Amid Minnesota ICE Crackdown appeared first on The Intercept.

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

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? 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 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 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

«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,

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 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

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

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