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In the first of this series I wrote that a major theme of Donald Trump’s second term as President would be re-asserting the fake “anti-establishment” credentials he threw out during his first term. This mirrors the greater part of the Agenda 2030/Great Reset/New Normal plan since 2022, which has been about trying to wipe out …

Alfred Bourgeois’s daughter is convinced of his innocence. In the four years since his execution, she has waged a sometimes-lonely battle to prove it. The post She Lost Her Dad to Trump’s Killing Spree. Now She Wants Biden to Clear His Name. appeared first on The Intercept.

The very thing that keeps humans surviving in an ever-changing world will be the very thing that ultimately destroys them. Normalization. Normalization and the accompanying ability to roll with the punches—to be resilient, pliable, tolerant and accepting against all odds—is really our greatest enemy in these turbulent times. Its original intention—to survive all challenges—was a …

Public defenders and legal professionals said they never see the leniency offered to Trump given to other defendants. The post A Tale of Two Justice Systems: Only Trump Gets Convicted of 34 Felonies and Receives No Punishment appeared first on The Intercept.

A job listing for the Super Bowl LIX halftime show offers $12 per hour — part of a long pattern of host-city residents getting the short shrift. The post Super Bowl Halftime Show Is Recruiting Workers for Less Pay Than Fast-Food Servers appeared first on The Intercept.

In a major interview last month with Tucker Carlson, Professor Jeffrey Sachs spelled out in unambiguous terms the nature and reality of the current seismic shifts occurring in the Middle East. Back in 2018, in a remarkable MSNBC interview, Sachs wrong-footed his interviewers by revealing the US’s covert involvement in the war in Syria. In a debate …

Under Meta’s relaxed hate speech rules, users can now post “I’m a proud racist” or “Black people are more violent than whites.” The post Leaked Meta Rules: Users Are Free to Post “Mexican Immigrants Are Trash!” or “Trans People Are Immoral” appeared first on The Intercept.

Unprecedented wildfires have swept the Los Angeles area over the last few days, destroying neighbourhoods and threatening landmarks. The BBC is helpfully keeping a running tally of the number of celebrities whose homes have burned down. This is the first time in recorded history that wildfires of this scale have occurred in California in January, …

In a speech to Israel’s parliament, Jonathan Greenblatt admits the ADL’s battle against antisemitism is losing — but blows it on what to do. The post ADL Chief Invokes Pager Attack as Inspiration for Taking on Internet Trolls appeared first on The Intercept.

Conservatives have been hyperfixated on TikTok content that’s sympathetic with Gaza — and accused the company of algorithmic bias against Israel. The post The TikTok Ban Is Also About Hiding Pro-Palestinian Content. Republicans Said So Themselves. appeared first on The Intercept.

India could see an authoritarian central government with subordinate state governments under the control of corporate interests and international finance capital. So says the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM), a coalition of 40+ farmers’ unions. It contends that the Union Government of India is proposing to undermine the federal rights of state governments by surrendering India’s …

The prisons are open, the secret files are unlocked. Now Syrians are trying to figure out how to hold war criminals accountable. The post Searching for Justice and the Missing in the New Syria appeared first on The Intercept.

As the TikTok ban goes up before the Supreme Court on Friday, TikTok creator Pearlmania500, Shawn Musgrave, and Jessica Washington discuss what’s at stake. The post TikTok SCOTUS Battle appeared first on The Intercept.

“The consistent defunding of other city programs in order to give the LAPD billions a year has consequences,” said a local activist. The post LA Budgeted Money For Cop Jobs While Cutting Fire Department Positions. Now the City Is Burning. appeared first on The Intercept.

Our third prediction for 2025 isn’t exactly a crazy left-field pick: Bird Flu. It’s going to happen. The question is when, and how much. The second half of 2024 was full of dire warnings that H5N1 was “just one mutation away” from human-to-human transmission or articles bemoaning how little we learned from “Covid” and how …

Whether it’s banning articles on X or killing fact checks on Meta, the only constant is that it benefits the powerful. The post My Ban From X Is About One Simple Thing: Elon Musk Controlling the Flow of Information appeared first on The Intercept.

Critics worry that a sweeping ban based on predictions rather than more concrete proof of TikTok’s security risks sets a precedent in line with repressive regimes. The post To Ban TikTok, Supreme Court Would Rank “National Security” Before First Amendment appeared first on The Intercept.

And why those that do aren’t just trading in meme coins for the lulz. The post Congress Loves Crypto. So Why Do So Few Members Buy It? appeared first on The Intercept.

Billionaires gonna billionaire — and lick the boots of whoever will bring them more riches and impunity. The post Facebook Fact Checks Were Never Going to Save Us. They Just Made Liberals Feel Better. appeared first on The Intercept.

In my article predicting “The Next Pandemic”, published last April, I wrote that it would not begin until a lot of the leadership of the world had changed: [The next pandemic] won’t be launched until after the major elections this year, because they want new political faces untarnished by Covid 2024 then saw elections installing …

As usual, the state propagandists at The Guardian—who evidently despise investigative journalism—have produced standard government PR spin to promote the emerging UK dictatorship. In this case, off the back of the appalling injustice committed at Richard D. Hall’s trial, The Guardian is supporting a proposed law which, if enacted, will destroy the independent media. The envisaged “Eve’s Law”—nominally advocated by Martin Hibbert, the …

Traditionally, OffG’s New Year predictions are a special edition of This Week, but 2025 looks to have such a full dance card, we thought a series more appropriate. How is the world going to change now that The Donald is back in the Oval Office? Is he going to “Drain the swamp” for real this …

Rep. Sara Jacobs is trying to raise the alarm about the key U.S. ally’s conduct after the Christmas strike killed 10 civilians. The post Nigeria’s Military Gets Billions in U.S. Aid. On Christmas Day, It Bombed Its Own Civilians Again. appeared first on The Intercept.

Ohio has become the latest state to allow police to charge high fees for access to footage. The post Ohio Puts Police Bodycam Footage Behind a Paywall appeared first on The Intercept.

As he prepares to retire from journalism, James Risen warns of press missteps in the Trump era. The post Media’s Biggest Failures  appeared first on The Intercept.

The Louisiana Republican blamed “wokeness” in part for police’s failure to stop the New Orleans attack that left 15 dead. The post Steve Scalise Knows Exactly What Led to the Bourbon Street Attack: DEI Initiatives appeared first on The Intercept.

The mass murder in New Orleans and Cybertruck explosion in Las Vegas fit a troubling pattern among U.S. vets, research says. The post U.S. Military Service Is the Strongest Predictor of Carrying Out Extremist Violence appeared first on The Intercept.

A banner 2024 whet the appetites of banks and crypto bros. Now the largest companies are salivating over Trump’s economic policies. The post Trump’s Tariffs Will Create a Hunger Games Landscape Where the Little Guy Is Guaranteed to Lose appeared first on The Intercept.

Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya is one of six medical workers with the Chicago-based organization MedGlobal who remain in Israeli custody. The post The Scramble to Find the Gaza Doctor in the White Coat 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