As I sit here contemplating the news of locally transmitted dengue fever in Hillsborough County, Florida, my heart goes out to the individual who must endure the agonizing symptoms of this debilitating disease. I vividly recall my own encounter with Dengue fever, and I can attest to the excruciating ordeal it bestows upon its victims. The incessant fever, the chills that wrack your body, the rashes at each joint, the unbearable joint pain – it’s a nightmare that no one should have to endure.
The fact that dengue fever is now making its presence felt in Florida is alarming, to say the least.… Continue reading
I have been following the news closely, eagerly awaiting the day when the bankruptcy trustee would finally disclose the plan to shut down Alex Jones’ Infowars and liquidate his assets. I cannot express the sense of satisfaction and relief I felt when I read that justice might finally be catching up to this purveyor of dangerous misinformation and conspiracy theories.
It’s about time that someone took a stand against Alex Jones and his toxic brand of fear-mongering. For too long, he has spewed lies and deceit, profiting off the pain and suffering of others. The fact that Infowars was ever considered an asset is mind-boggling to me.… Continue reading
This recent announcement by Pyongyang stating their intentions to send troops to Ukraine within a month has sent shockwaves across the globe. The abrupt shift from a defensive stance to an offensive one raises eyebrows and questions about North Korea’s motives and capabilities. The idea of malnourished, poorly-trained, and ill-equipped North Korean troops fighting in Ukraine is both concerning and perplexing. North Korea has not actively engaged in a war since the 1950s, so their performance on the battlefield remains a big question mark.
The height requirement for North Korean soldiers being 4’9″ adds an element of uncertainty to the situation, almost like fighting a group of angry middle schoolers.… Continue reading
The recent news of Ukraine destroying columns of waiting Russian troops as soon as they were allowed to strike across the border is a powerful reminder of the harsh reality of war. The very essence of warfare is the willingness to engage in combat and accept the potential consequences, including casualties. It is a stark reminder that when the green light is given, there is no turning back, and the tides of war can shift in unexpected ways.
The scenario of Russian theater commanders realizing that their relative safety behind the prewar border could vanish in an instant is a chilling reminder of the unpredictability of conflict.… Continue reading
Russia’s recent sentencing of a 15-year-old schoolboy to five years in prison for criticizing the Putin regime and the war against Ukraine is a chilling reminder of the fragility of freedom of speech under authoritarian rule. The idea of an entire nation’s military and its leaders being threatened by the words of a teenage boy showcases the desperate lengths to which dictators will go to silence dissent and maintain their grip on power.
We must acknowledge that Russia, under Putin’s rule, is not a democracy but rather a dictatorship. The swift and severe punishment meted out to this brave young boy for daring to speak out against injustice highlights the dire situation within the country.… Continue reading
US prosecutors recommend the Justice Department criminally charges Boeing. This news has sent shockwaves through the aviation industry and beyond. The recommendation to hold a corporate giant accountable for its actions is a monumental step towards ensuring greater transparency and responsibility in the business world. It sends a clear message that safety should always take precedence over profit, especially in industries where people’s lives are at stake. The tragedies associated with Boeing’s failures have been nothing short of devastating, and it is essential that justice prevails in this situation.
The decision to potentially criminally charge Boeing has sparked discussions about the true meaning of corporate accountability.… Continue reading
As a young voter myself, the recent poll showing a 23-point margin of support for Biden over Trump among young voters does not come as a surprise to me. The effort to oversample young people in the poll revealed a more accurate representation of the sentiment within this demographic. In the 2020 elections, Biden won the 18-29 age group by a 24-point margin, reflecting a trend that continues in the current political landscape.
It is intriguing to note that young adult men seem to be leaning towards Trump, highlighting a divide along gender lines. The challenge, however, lies not in the margin of support but in mobilizing young voters to actually turn out to vote.… Continue reading
Julian Assange has reached a plea deal with the U.S., allowing him to go free. This development has sparked a wave of curiosity and speculation about what the terms of the deal entail and what Assange’s future holds. As someone who used to be a fan of WikiLeaks and Assange, I have been closely following this saga and have mixed feelings about the outcome.
It is intriguing to ponder what Assange may do next. Will he return to WikiLeaks and continue to challenge the U.S. government, or will he choose to retire into anonymity? The country he will reside in and the impact of the information he shared as part of the plea deal are points of interest for many.… Continue reading
Russia started the Berlin factory fire as part of a hybrid war on Europe, or so the reports say. The idea of Russia being involved in such a malicious act is not new, considering their history of aggression and covert operations. The fact that experienced professionals were behind the fire is a cause for concern, especially if it was indeed a sanctioned effort by the Russian government. This type of attack, whether through sabotage or other means, can be considered an act of war against a NATO member nation.
The response to such provocations from Russia has been lacking, to say the least.… Continue reading
Lebanon holds tour of airport to prove there is no Hezbollah weapons stockpile, but denies entry to air cargo center. Sounds like a classic case of “look here, don’t look there”, right? I mean, we all know from personal experience that when someone is quick to show you one thing but refuses to let you see another, there’s probably something fishy going on.
So, this tour of the airport was meant to assure everyone that there are absolutely no weapons stored within the premises. But hold up, they conveniently denied access to the air cargo center – the very place where you would logically store things like weapons or munitions.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker