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NATO has responded to Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski's call to shoot down Russian missiles over Ukrainian territory, noting that while members of the Alliance have the right to protect their airspace, such actions could have consequences for the entire Alliance. Source: a NATO spokesperson in a comment to Europa Press news agency, as reported by European Pravda Details: The NATO spokesperson stated that the Alliance "has a responsibility to prevent further escalation of the war unleashed by Russia" and emphasised that it "is not a party to the conflict and will not become a party to the conflict" in...

Happy Labor Day! This is your country under Democrat rule. Muckraker released a shocking video on Monday of small illegal alien children working in Times Square in New York City and on the subways. A child told Muckraker he saw a child kidnapped from Times Square in broad daylight. One young child told the reporters that he forced to work four days a week from 4 PM until 2 AM in the morning. The same young boy says he saw dead bodies on his way to America and witnessed children drowning. He also claims there are homeless children out on...

Thousands of anti-Israel protesters took to the streets of Manhattan on Monday as the Democratic Party remains fractured over the Israel-Hamas war. The protest — organized by two leftist groups, the pro-Palestinian organization “Within Our Lifetime” and “Healthcare Workers for Palestine” — began in Union Square before protesters marched to Washington Square Park, chanting phrases like “Israel, go to hell.” Within Our Lifetime said the March is part of a broader nationwide movement, CBS News reported.

Bet you didn’t expect to see these stars on vacation together! Oprah Winfrey is currently traveling around Italy with Broadway star Isaac Powell. The legendary TV host and her BFF Gayle King were spotted boarding a yacht with Isaac and his boyfriend Tate Justus on Thursday (August 29) in Venice, Italy. Also in the group were Chelsea Clinton and her husband Marc Mezvinsky. They all were spotted shopping around Venice and doing some sightseeing before getting back on the boat.

A suicide bombing attack in Kabul, Afghanistan. Six dead and 13 wounded... In Izmir, Turkey today two US Marines on shore leave attacked by Turkish nationalists... Clashes in Israel tonight police and protesters battling outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's residence... Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asking for forgiveness over the execution-style killings of six hostages... Joe Biden saying that Mr. Netanyahu is failing to do enough to free hostages... French politics President Emmanuel Macron denying the left-wing alliance the post of Prime Minister...trying to find a left of center personality... The full Brazilian Supreme Court upholding the ban on "X"......

It Appears That American Gangs Are Going to Target Venezuelan Gangs in Aurora, Colorado

Pope Francis Enforcing Four Principles for Social Harmony During Asia-Pacific Apostolic MissionRome (Fides News Agency) - Pope Francis’s ambitious 4-country pilgrimage, September 2-13, will include countless, colorful encounters as young countries greet the pontiff and he, in turn, seeks to inspire people and leaders in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste, and Singapore. The pope’s diplomatic priorities—and accomplishments—will be on display throughout the journey, especially his commitment to interfaith dialogue, a leitmotif of this pontificate. One way to view this mission thematically is through the four fascinating principles Francis outlined in Evangelii Gaudium (217-237),[1] because each country he visits exemplifies one...

... In December, Aston sued the Chronicle Progress in state court. He claims defamation, contending the Chronicle Progress published “false and defamatory statements.” The Chronicle Progress in Wednesday’s hearing will ask the lawsuit be dismissed because of the Uniform Public Expression Protection Act. Passed in 2023, the Utah Legislature was concerned that lawsuits — and the cost of litigation — were being used to silence First Amendment activities. The Act provides a legal mechanism for a judge to quickly determine whether slander lawsuits have merit and to dismiss such suits if they don’t. The defendants also have opportunities to recover...

The Democrats never learn. Maybe don't use Tim Walz as your advertisement for the beginning of football season when he lied about being a head coach. Perhaps, they assume most people didn't hear he lied, so they still think people will believe he's real Americana. Put us in coach, we’re ready to vote! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/1A44v6YQQM — The Democrats (@TheDemocrats) August 30, 2024 TAMPON TIM! Mr. stolen Valor! Only a loser would lie about fighting in war. https://t.co/NuJJpYaSpH — Jimmy Cooks (@JimmyCookS617) August 31, 2024 .@TheDemocrats are eager to vote for a guy who was fired from coaching for a DUI....

There are several US Military Bases in Türkiye, four major ones, including Incirlik, the largest and most strategically important base. Incirlik Air Base stores nuclear weapons belonging to the USA, including B61 gravity bombs.

New research reveals that discrepancies between the locations where fossils are found and the areas where early humans are thought to have resided could affect our comprehension of human evolutionary history.A significant portion of the early human fossil record comes from a few key locations in Africa, where ideal geological conditions have preserved a wealth of fossils that scientists use to piece together the story of human evolution. One notable area is the eastern branch of the East African Rift System, which includes important fossil sites like Oldupai Gorge in Tanzania.Yet, the eastern branch of the rift system only accounts...

Other outlets say this is a Ukrainian drone.

Tennessee saw just 13.9% of registered voters cast ballots in the Aug. 1 primary, down from 24.5% in the 2020 primary and 14.1% in 2016. The turnout is the lowest since before at least 1996, with the state averaging 17.9% turnout for the August primaries in a presidential election year, according to ThinkTennessee. The primary included one U.S. Senate seat, all nine Tennessee U.S. House seats along with 99 state House seats and 16 state Senate seats, those in the even-numbered districts. The Nov. 5 ballot, however, will include candidates from both the Republican and Democratic parties facing off for...

Turkey has formally requested to join the BRICS group of emerging economies, Bloomberg cited informed sources as saying on Monday. Ankara "seeks to bolster its global influence and forge new ties beyond its traditional Western allies," the sources said. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan believes “that the geopolitical center of gravity is shifting away from developed economies" and that the push to join BRICS "reflects its aspirations to cultivate ties with all sides in a multipolar world, while still fulfilling its obligations as a key member of NATO."Image source: XTurkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said in early June that BRICS serves...

"Sounds like Kamala’s channeling her inner Hilary, “Ah ain’t no ways tarred.” - LOL

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson is reportedly considering the inclusion of the SAVE Act in the upcoming spending bill. This decision comes at the behest of former President Donald Trump, who has made it clear that election integrity is a non-negotiable priority. The SAVE Act, which mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration in federal elections, has become a rallying cry for many Americans who believe it is crucial to safeguarding the sanctity of the ballot box. President Trump has been unyielding in his support for the SAVE Act, going as far as to suggest that the government should...

~The FReeper Canteen Presents~ Road Trip: Marine Barracks, Washington D.C.Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. is located at the corner of 8th and I Streets, Southeast in Washington, D.C. Established in 1801, it is a National Historic Landmark, the oldest post in the United States Marine Corps, the official residence of the Commandant of the Marine Corps since 1806, and main ceremonial grounds of the Corps. It is also home to the U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and the U.S. Marine Band. Barracks Marines conduct ceremonial missions in and around the National Capital Region as well as abroad. Company A...

Four people fatally shot on a commuter train in the Chicago area early Monday appeared to be attacked while asleep in their seats, police said in an afternoon update. The victims, whose names, ages, and genders were still unavailable, appeared to be asleep, were seated apart, and did not resist the attack, the Forest Park Police Department said, citing a review of security footage. A suspect has been taken into custody and a weapon was recovered, Forest Park Deputy Chief Chris Chin said at a news conference. The motive remained unknown. The name of the person in custody was not...

2 September 2024 Monday of week 22 in Ordinary Time Saint-Just in Lyon, France.Readings at MassLiturgical Colour: Green. Year: B(II).First reading1 Corinthians 2:1-5The only knowledge I claimed was of the crucified ChristWhen I came to you, brothers, it was not with any show of oratory or philosophy, but simply to tell you what God had guaranteed. During my stay with you, the only knowledge I claimed to have was about Jesus, and only about him as the crucified Christ. Far from relying on any power of my own, I came among you in great ‘fear and trembling’ and in...

A high-ranking Hollywood talent agent for stars including Justin Timberlake and Matthew McConaughey reportedly texted “Screw the left kill all” in reaction to the recent murder of six Israeli hostages by the Hamas terrorist organization. Brandt Joel, a top agent at WME, sent and then deleted the text to a WhatsApp group that contains other WME employees but isn’t officially affiliated with the company, according to a report from The Hollywood Reporter. The WhatsApp group appeared to be for expressing pro-Israel sentiments.