Mainstream Media
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- Photos: More than 70 Palestinians killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 8:32 pm
Head of the enclave's police, his deputy and a journalist among those who lost their lives.
- After US election, Elon Musk could turn focus to Europe and Australia by Michelle Rimmer and Cameron Nicholls (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 8:24 pm
The world's richest man just helped Donald Trump return to the White House, but Elon Musk isn't just interested in the future of the United States.
- SA Police looking for body of man believed to have been killed by shark by Just In on January 2, 2025 at 8:19 pm
Emergency services have resumed a search for a 28-year-old man's body off the West Coast of South Australia.
- US soldier identified as dead in Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion: Reports by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 8:03 pm
Federal law enforcement searched a home in Colorado in connection to the explosion that injured seven on Wednesday.
- Do you like anchovies? Well, so did the Roman Empire by Sophie Kesteven (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 8:00 pm
How this little fish was once central to the cuisine in the Roman Empire.
- Are Ukraine war sanctions hurting the EU more than Russia? by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 7:58 pm
Kyiv shuts pipelines, but EU imports of Russian liquefied gas by ship hit a record high.
- FBI says New Orleans New Year attacker inspired by ISIL, acted alone by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 7:51 pm
The suspect in the New Orleans New Year attack acted alone but was inspired by ISIL, the FBI said.
- Calls grow for release of jailed poet al-Qaradawi after arrest in Lebanon by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 7:46 pm
Egyptian activist Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi was held due to an Egyptian arrest warrant, a Lebanese official said.
- Djokovic plays the same old tune as Monfils succumbs to record-breaking loss by Simon Smale (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 7:45 pm
Novak Djokovic dominates Gaël Monfils in Brisbane, recording his 20th-straight victory over the Frenchman in the sport's most lop-sided head-to-head.
- 500-kilogram metallic object falls from the sky in Kenya by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 7:44 pm
A 500-kilogram metallic object crashed into Mukuku village in Makueni County, Kenya this week.
- From our Head to their Pant, here are your top Australia vs India moments by Jon Healy (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 7:43 pm
At the start of the summer, we asked our readers to vote for their favourite moments in the decades-long cricket rivalry between Australia and India. Here are your top 10.
- New health boss says Queensland 'has to' meet government's ambulance ramping targets by Janelle Miles and Kate McKenna (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 7:38 pm
In his first sit-down interview, Dr David Rosengren says his biggest challenge as director-general will be accessing the workforce needed to provide safe healthcare services.
- Farmers in 'rain shadows' miss out while neighbours get drenched by Vanessa Jarrett (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 7:32 pm
As landowners a couple of kilometres down the road empty full rain gauges, the Schafers' property in central Queensland is a picture of dry paddocks and low dams.
- NSW sees spike in snake bite calls by Jesse Hyland (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 7:29 pm
The NSW Poisons Information Centre has received 320 calls for suspected or confirmed snake bites between September 1 and December 20, which is a 35 per cent increase over the number of calls during the same time period in 2023.
- 12-year-old among dozens arrested in Melbourne robbery crackdown by Just In on January 2, 2025 at 7:26 pm
Police have arrested more than 40 people in a week, mostly youths, as part of an operation targeting night-time robberies and car thefts in Melbourne.
- UK quarry worker uncovers 150-metre 'dinosaur highway' by Just In on January 2, 2025 at 7:19 pm
Researchers say the 166-million-year-old fossilised footprints could be one of the world's biggest dinosaur track sites.
- IDF says it destroyed Syria underground missile factory before Assad fall by Matthew Doran (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 7:12 pm
The Israel Defense Forces says it sent more than 100 troops into Syria under the cover of darkness, as the "flagship" Iranian-backed facility began to pose an "imminent threat" to Israel.
- Authorities identify Vegas Cybertruck attacker, say unrelated to New Orleans by Just In on January 2, 2025 at 7:10 pm
The man who died when a Tesla Cybertruck packed with explosives burst into flames outside president-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel was a highly decorated US Army Green Beret who deployed twice to Afghanistan, officials say.
- Food producers battle as parts of South Australia record driest year by Nethma Dandeniya and Sophie Holder (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 7:09 pm
Some regions in South Australia have had the lowest rainfall since records began, according to a preliminary Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) report.
- Exhibition recognises South Sea Islanders amid fresh slavery concerns by Annie Guest (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 7:03 pm
It's been 30 years since Australian South Sea Islanders were recognised as a distinct group, but an exhibition to mark the occasion comes amid accusations of the modern-day slavery of Pacific Islander workers.
- New Orleans terrorist acted alone after initial plan to harm family: FBI by Jade Macmillan and Brad Ryan (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 6:56 pm
The terrorist who crashed a truck through crowds in New Orleans said he had originally planned to harm his family and friends, but worried it would generate the wrong kind of news headlines, the FBI says.
- The H-1B visa war exposes a deeply American problem by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 6:55 pm
The Musk-Bannon bust-up shows US elites are still far from even understanding their country’s real problems Read Full Article at RT.com
- FBI releases timeline of deadly New Orleans truck-ramming attack by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 6:49 pm
Authorities revealed they now believe suspect Shamsud-Dim Jabbar acted alone in the New Year's attack on Bourbon Street.
- The Top End is famous for its fishing but relies on imported bait by Matt Brann (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 6:47 pm
Buying bait that has been imported from interstate or overseas is now common in the NT after the Territory's only commercial bait business hit trouble.
- Australia's China studies sector once led the world, but is now 'in crisis' by Jenny Cai (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 6:47 pm
Academics warn policymakers may make stupid or risky decisions because of a lack of knowledge about China.
- Where is the economy headed this year? China and Trump could be key by Daniel Ziffer (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 6:46 pm
2025 offers no quick fixes to the economic problems of the past year, according to experts, but expect an easing of interest rates and inflation that have made life more difficult for millions of people.
- In food-scarce Gaza, an amateur chef searches high and low to feed kids by Matthew Doran (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 6:45 pm
Mokhtar Hamdi has turned his hand to cooking for kids in Gaza's refugee camps, searching for whatever ingredients he can find to create meals for vulnerable Palestinians.
- New Orleans terror attack suspect pledged allegiance to ISIS – CNN by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 6:45 pm
The man suspected of being behind the deadly New Orleans terror attack was “100% inspired by ISIS,” the FBI has said Read Full Article at RT.com
- East African neighbors mending fences – Reuters by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 6:40 pm
Ethiopia’s defense minister has visited Somalia amid a rift in relations over the plan for a naval base in breakaway Somaliland Read Full Article at RT.com
- Deadly cross-border attacks taking toll on Pakistan, Afghanistan by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 6:39 pm
The Pakistani government and Afghan Taliban have a long history of working together, but tensions are now on the rise.
- At least 27 people killed, dozens rescued after two shipwrecks off Tunisia by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 6:23 pm
All the victims and those rescued were from sub-Saharan African countries, says director of civil protection in Sfax.
- Equipment used by renowned wilderness photographer stolen by Loretta Lohberger (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 6:16 pm
Photography equipment used by Peter Dombrovskis, who brought images of Tasmania's beauty to the world, has been stolen as police say they're investigating a "series of significant burglaries" in Hobart's southern suburbs.
- In a Melbourne hall, these line dancers are 'twinkling' their way to joy by Larissa Ham (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 6:13 pm
From a mental health clinician brimming with joy, to a French-Canadian starting life in a new city in her late 70s, these line dancing classes are a hit with dozens of older residents.
- India and Pakistan exchange lists of nuclear installations by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 6:09 pm
The two nuclear powered neighbors notify each other of their nuclear facilities every January 1 despite strained ties Read Full Article at RT.com
- Cybertruck explosion suspect wore Ukrainian neo-Nazi shirt by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 6:07 pm
Matthew Livelsberger, a US Army veteran, wore a shirt bearing the phrase “Glory to Ukraine” long before 2022 Read Full Article at RT.com
- Israeli strikes kill at least 63 Palestinians across Gaza by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 5:40 pm
At least 63 Palestinians have been killed by widespread Israeli attacks across Gaza, the deadliest day since October.
- Kiev faces $1 billion in annual losses after halting Russian gas transit – Reuters by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 5:28 pm
Kiev plans to make up losses from its decision not to renew a gas transit deal with Moscow by shifting the financial burden to industries Read Full Article at RT.com
- Musk calls for snap UK election in attack on Starmer by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 5:12 pm
Elon Musk has urged an early vote in Britain, backing the Reform UK party and calling for the release of a jailed right-wing activist Read Full Article at RT.com
- Chinese hackers broke into US sanctions department – WaPo by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 4:43 pm
US officials reportedly believe that the attackers were looking for information on companies due to be sanctioned Read Full Article at RT.com
- NATO member bans TikTok for ‘perversity’ by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 4:18 pm
Albania wants a one-year ban on the platform to protect children, but critics say PM Edi Rama is trying to censor the opposition Read Full Article at RT.com
- Musk calls for jailed UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson to be released by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 4:17 pm
US technology billionaire says Tommy Robinson, who is serving in 18-month prison sentence, 'should be freed'.
- Exploring green and organic trends at HKTDC Hong Kong 2025 trade fairs by Advertising partner (Hong Kong - South China Morning Post) on January 2, 2025 at 4:00 pm
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] In a showcase of innovation, creativity, and business opportunities, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) hosts three major international trade fairs in early 2025, offering a platform for global suppliers to present cutting-edge products and forge business connections. The HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, Baby Products Fair and International Stationery & School Supplies Fair run concurrently at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from January 6-9, 2025. Themed “New Play for All”, the fairs feature over 2,500 exhibitors from 34 countries and regions, presenting a wide array of innovative toys, baby products and stationery solutions. Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair The HKTDC Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair focuses on introducing innovative and sustainable toys, with a spotlight on green elements. Featuring Smart-Tech Toys & Games, the fair showcases the latest toys incorporating artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR) and other interactive technologies. These products capture the imaginations of both children and adults, offering immersive experiences that blend entertainment with educational value. Moreover, the Kidult World draws attention, with collectible toys, hobby goods and models appealing to adult collectors. As well as the tech-driven toys, the fair highlights eco-friendly toys, celebrating sustainable materials and designs. Hape International (Hong Kong) Limited (Booth: 1E-C02) is among the exhibitors, excited to showcase its eco-friendly educational toys for children aged 0-6, including STEAM, music and artistic creativity. According to Andrew Ng of Hape International, the company’s toys are made from sustainably sourced materials, such as bamboo. They use non-toxic, water-based paints and finishes, and their toys undergo rigorous safety testing to meet or exceed international standards. "Sustainability is actually part of our mission, and we…
- Palestinian Authority blocks Al Jazeera by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 3:36 pm
The Palestinian Authority has temporarily blocked Al Jazeera for allegedly “stirring strife” in the West Bank Read Full Article at RT.com
- ‘Crime against journalism’: Gaza journalists decry PA’s Al Jazeera ban by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 3:36 pm
Journalists in Gaza say the Palestinian Authority must reverse decision to ban Al Jazeera in the occupied territory.
- Euro falls to two-year low against dollar by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 3:23 pm
The currency has reached its lowest point against the greenback since November 2022 Read Full Article at RT.com
- Fyodor Lukyanov: Western Europe risks losing everything. Here’s why by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 3:22 pm
The global order born in 1985 is unraveling – from Perestroika to Trump, power now replaces rules Read Full Article at RT.com
- Syria FM in Saudi Arabia on first foreign visit for new government by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 3:16 pm
Syria’s top diplomat arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday in the first foreign visit for Syria’s new government.
- Ukrainian move will push up Asian LNG price – Bloomberg by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 2:53 pm
The cessation of Russian gas transit through Ukraine will boost competition for LNG between Europe and Asia, leading to a price spike Read Full Article at RT.com
- At least 54 people killed in Gaza strikes that Israel says targeted Hamas official by Just In on January 2, 2025 at 2:34 pm
Israel's military says it has killed the head of Hamas's security forces in southern Gaza, Hussam Shahwah, in a series of air strikes.
- Why Dostoyevsky is trending on TikTok by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 2:20 pm
How Russia’s darkest writer became trendy among British teenagers Read Full Article at RT.com
- What we know about the New Orleans attack by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 2:09 pm
US military veteran from Texas is the suspect in the New Orleans car-ramming attack that killed more than 15 people.
- Hong Kong box office receipts fell to HK$1.34 billion in 2024, lowest since 2011 by Danny Mok (Hong Kong - South China Morning Post) on January 2, 2025 at 2:08 pm
While earnings were down by 6.2 per cent over 2023, one bright spot offered hope: local films sold more tickets than Hollywood productions.
- China slaps dual-use export ban on US corporations by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 1:51 pm
Beijing has announced a ban on the supply of dual-use goods to 28 US defense companies, citing national security concerns Read Full Article at RT.com
- Soldiers sentenced to death by ’educational’ military tribunal by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 1:50 pm
DR Congo’s military court has sentenced 13 soldiers to death for crimes including murder and cowardice, Reuters reports citing officials Read Full Article at RT.com
- Donald Trump and the great Panama Canal tantrum by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 1:34 pm
The incoming president wants to punish Panama for failing to appreciate 'the extraordinary generosity' of the US.
- Do not fall for simplistic portrayals of the New Orleans attacker by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 1:29 pm
We owe it to the public, the victims and marginalised communities to challenge official narratives when necessary.
- Hong Kong public dental clinics log 26% absence rate despite e-booking launch by Sammy Heung (Hong Kong - South China Morning Post) on January 2, 2025 at 1:27 pm
Authorities launched new booking system amid intense demand for public dental services, but 40 people missed appointments on Tuesday, Thursday.
- Germany accuses Musk of election meddling over AfD support: What we know by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 1:25 pm
Elon Musk praised AfD and its leader Alice Weidel in an opinion piece for German newspaper Welt am Sonntag.
- Rare butterfly flies 3,000km from Japan to Hong Kong in migratory record by Danny Mok (Hong Kong - South China Morning Post) on January 2, 2025 at 1:19 pm
Chestnut tiger butterfly found in Repulse Bay by researcher from HKU after being released in Fukushima four months earlier.
- EU nation’s capital plunged into turmoil on New Year’s Eve (VIDEOS) by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 1:13 pm
Brussels erupted in violence on New Year’s Eve, with rioters targeting the emergency services and burning cars Read Full Article at RT.com
- World’s top earners break wealth record – Bloomberg by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 1:01 pm
The world’s 500 richest individuals saw their combined net worth exceed $10 trillion in 2024, Bloomberg reports Read Full Article at RT.com
- India begins clearing toxic waste 40 years after US-linked gas disaster by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 12:34 pm
Hazardous material is being moved to an industrial area 250km away from Bhopal, where a 1984 gas leak killed thousands Read Full Article at RT.com
- Azerbaijan rebukes Iran over ‘insult’ by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 12:32 pm
Tehran’s charge d’affaires was summoned by Foreign Ministry in Baku after comments made during religious ceremony in Iran sparked widespread Read Full Article at RT.com
- Syria’s new rulers must avoid polarising country further by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 12:17 pm
With many players vying for power in Syria, the country could face many challenges in the coming years.
- The Palestinian Authority suspends Al Jazeera in the occupied West Bank by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 12:05 pm
The Palestinian authority has suspended Al Jazeera’s operations in the occupied West Bank, which Al Jazeera denounced.
- Hong Kong’s environmental hygiene department reports alleged data theft by Natalie Wong (Hong Kong - South China Morning Post) on January 2, 2025 at 11:57 am
More than 100 residents’ personal data, containing names and contact information, believed to have been stolen.
- Palestinian Authority suspends broadcaster Al Jazeera in West Bank by Matthew Doran (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 11:31 am
Al Jazeera has been accused of biased reporting and incitement in the West Bank, but has hit back accusing the Palestinian Authority of adopting Israeli-style media censorship.
- 85 Hong Kong-listed companies miss deadline to put women on boards by Enoch Yiu (Hong Kong - South China Morning Post) on January 2, 2025 at 11:30 am
Number of listed firms with all-male boards fell to 3 per cent from 40 per cent when rule was first announced in 2022, HKEX data shows.
- Musk accuses Biden of ‘treason’ by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 11:13 am
Elon Musk has accused President Joe Biden of treason over the incumbent president’s border policies Read Full Article at RT.com
- Video: UN team witnesses the devastation of north Gaza by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 11:01 am
Humanitarian teams from the United Nations and the World Health Organisation have arrived in northern Gaza.
- Bangladesh court again rejects bail for Hindu leader charged with sedition by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 11:00 am
Krishna Das Prabhu faces sedition charges for leading rallies demanding better security for minorities in Chattogram.
- Syria in 2024: A year that changed everything in a war-torn nation by Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera on January 2, 2025 at 10:47 am
Syrians celebrate the end of al-Assad's regime, despite continuing challenges and the destruction across the country.
- Surfer missing near Streaky Bay on SA's West Coast after reports of shark attack by Eva Blandis (Just In) on January 2, 2025 at 10:35 am
A surfer is missing after reports of a shark attack off South Australia's West Coast on Thursday night.
- Hong Kong’s Cathay, Singapore Airlines climb regional punctuality ranking by Connor Mycroft (Hong Kong - South China Morning Post) on January 2, 2025 at 10:00 am
Cathay went up to ninth in Asia-Pacific list, despite its punctuality performance declining from 2023, report shows.
- Hanukkah lights vandalized in Ukraine amid neo-Nazi march (VIDEO) by RT (RT - Daily news) on January 2, 2025 at 9:53 am
A Jewish Hanukkah menorah was vandalized during Stepan Bandera’s birthday celebrations in Lviv, Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com
Alternative Sources
This stream is typically from alternative media sources
- Bill Gates Plays God Again, Funds Project That Is Turning Mosquitoes Into ‘Flying Vaccinators’ by Samuel Short, The Western Journal (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 8:40 pm
Bill Gates is pushing the boundaries of science and ethics with his latest venture: transforming mosquitoes into tools for vaccination. Explore the implications of this controversial project. The post Bill Gates Plays God Again, Funds Project That Is Turning Mosquitoes Into ‘Flying Vaccinators’ appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- BREAKING: House Releases Bombshell Report on January 6 Pipe Bomber Revealing FBI Engaged in Massive... by Cristina Laila (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 8:20 pm
New revelations from Congressman Loudermilk shed light on the FBI's ongoing investigation into the January 6 pipe bomb incident, raising critical questions about accountability and transparency. Discover the full story. The post BREAKING: House Releases Bombshell Report on January 6 Pipe Bomber Revealing FBI Engaged in Massive Coverup and Refuses to Cooperate with Investigators appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- Here is FBI Deputy Assistant Full Updates on New Year’s Day Terror Attack (VIDEO) by Jim Hᴏft (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 8:00 pm
In a shocking New Year's Day incident, 15 lives were lost when a pickup truck struck revelers in New Orleans. Discover the latest details from the FBI's investigation. The post Here is FBI Deputy Assistant Full Updates on New Year’s Day Terror Attack (VIDEO) appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- Unconfirmed Reports Say Ousted Syrian Leader Bashar Al-Assad May Have Been Poisoned in Moscow in an... by Paul Serran (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 7:40 pm
Unconfirmed reports suggest a dramatic assassination attempt on former Syrian leader Bashar Al-Assad in Moscow. Discover the latest developments and implications of this shocking event. The post Unconfirmed Reports Say Ousted Syrian Leader Bashar Al-Assad May Have Been Poisoned in Moscow in an Assassination Attempt appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- BREAKING: Matthew Livelsberger Shot Himself Before Blowing Up the Cybertruck Outside Trump Tower by Jim Hᴏft (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 7:25 pm
In a shocking incident outside Trump Tower, Matthew Livelsberger's tragic actions culminated in a self-inflicted gunshot and a devastating explosion. Discover the full details of this unfolding story. The post BREAKING: Matthew Livelsberger Shot Himself Before Blowing Up the Cybertruck Outside Trump Tower appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- China Declares State of Emergency Amid Alleged Epidemic of Multiple Respiratory Viruses; Social... by Gateway Hispanic (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 7:20 pm
China has declared a state of emergency amid a surge of respiratory viruses. Explore the implications of this crisis and the social media response that is stirring global concern. The post China Declares State of Emergency Amid Alleged Epidemic of Multiple Respiratory Viruses; Social Media Users and Outlets share Videos appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- 6th Circuit Wrongly Rejects Federal Jurisdiction Over Essential Broadband Internet Access Services by Newswire Editor (Common Dreams) on January 2, 2025 at 7:19 pm
On Thursday, a three-judge panel for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit ruled against the Federal Communications Commission's 2024 Net Neutrality rulemaking, which empowered the agency to protect internet users against all manner of abuse by major broadband internet access providers like AT&T, Comcast and Verizon. In April, the FCC reinstated its Title II authority over broadband-internet access. This authority empowers the agency to hold powerful telecommunications companies accountable for providing service on just, reasonable and nondiscriminatory terms to internet users throughout the United States. It also serves as the basis for the FCC’s Net Neutrality rules, which prohibit those companies from blocking, slowing down, or charging extra for the internet content and applications their broadband customers choose. In September, Free Press filed a brief in the case supporting the FCC's April ruling. The brief — filed jointly with the Benton Institute, the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners, the Open Technology Institute and Public Knowledge — focused on the legal precedent and economic analysis supporting the Commission’s decision, showing the wisdom of and the need for the FCC’s jurisdiction over the essential telecommunications platform of our time.The 6th Circuit ruled nevertheless that broadband internet access service should be classified as a Title I “information service” under the Communications Act. The court rejected the Biden FCC’s argument that broadband should be classified as a “telecommunications service,” subject to the FCC’s mandates and authority in Title II of the Act to ensure service on an equitable and nondiscriminatory basis. Free Press Vice President of Policy and General Counsel Matt Wood said:“Beyond being a disappointing outcome, today’s 6th Circuit opinion is just plainly wrong at every level of analysis. The decision missed the point on everything from its granular textual analysis and understanding of the broader statutory context, to the court’s view of the legislative and agency history, all the way to its conception of Congress’s overarching policy concerns.“Unfortunately, this result also shows why the industry suing the FCC was so eager to engage in forum-shopping to get this case away from the federal court in Washington, D.C. — which had developed deep expertise on broadband issues during prior rounds of litigation. “In April, the FCC issued an order that properly restored the agency’s congressionally granted oversight authority to protect people from any ISP discrimination and manipulation. That common-sense FCC order tried to ensure that the companies providing America with the essential communications service of this century don’t get to operate free from any real oversight. “These companies baselessly claim that any regulation will hurt their bottom-line. As Free Press has shown repeatedly, treating broadband like a common-carrier service does nothing to dampen or dissuade private investment in this crucial infrastructure. And the question for any court interpreting the Communications Act must be what is in the public’s best interest, not just one industry sector’s financial interests.“Today’s decision will let the incoming Trump FCC abdicate its responsibility to protect internet users against unscrupulous business practices. It’s rich to think of Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s hand-picked FCC chairman characterizing light-touch broadband rules as heavy-handed regulation, while scheming to force carriage of viewpoints favorable to Trump on the nation’s broadcast airwaves and social media sites. “With today’s ruling, the 6th Circuit has for now denied the public the internet access service that it deserves — one that is affordable, reliable, safe, accessible, and free from unlawful discrimination. Despite this setback, Free Press will continue to fight — in the courts, in Congress, and everywhere — for an open, fair, and free communications network for all.”
- REVEALED: Vegas Bomber Matt Livelsberger Pictured Wearing “Glory to Ukraine” T-Shirt – And... by Jim Hoft (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 6:55 pm
New details emerge about Matthew Livelsberger, the Cybertruck bomber, including his ties to Ukraine and involvement with retired US Special Forces. Discover the shocking connections in our full report. The post REVEALED: Vegas Bomber Matt Livelsberger Pictured Wearing “Glory to Ukraine” T-Shirt – And Boasted About Setting Up Recently Retired US Special Forces for Military Gigs in Ukraine appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- HERE WE GO: Far-Left Orleans Parish DA Calls for Imposing Fascist European-Style Spying Measures on... by Cullen Linebarger (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 6:40 pm
A controversial proposal by a far-left district attorney sparks a heated debate on surveillance measures in the U.S. Discover the implications for privacy and security in our latest analysis. The post HERE WE GO: Far-Left Orleans Parish DA Calls for Imposing Fascist European-Style Spying Measures on Americans to ‘Stop’ Future Terror Attacks (VIDEO) appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- Is She Drunk? Nancy Pelosi Can Barely Open Her Eyes as She Slurs in Bizarre Video by Cristina Laila (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 6:20 pm
In a recently surfaced video, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi raises eyebrows with her slurred speech. Discover the context behind this puzzling moment and its implications. The post Is She Drunk? Nancy Pelosi Can Barely Open Her Eyes as She Slurs in Bizarre Video appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- Fractured Democrats Remain in Chaos as Donald Trump Plots Bold Agenda by Wendell Husebo (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 6:08 pm
The Democrat party is reeling from President-elect Donald Trump's sound election drubbing, with many party leaders still questioning why they lost. The post Fractured Democrats Remain in Chaos as Donald Trump Plots Bold Agenda appeared first on Breitbart.
- New Orleans Terror Attack Suspect Shamsud-Din Jabbar Planned to Kill Family, Authorities Reveal by Jim Hᴏft (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 6:00 pm
Shocking revelations emerge about Shamsud-Din Jabbar's chilling intentions and troubled past. Discover the details behind the New Orleans terror attack and the motives that fueled this tragedy. The post New Orleans Terror Attack Suspect Shamsud-Din Jabbar Planned to Kill Family, Authorities Reveal appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- FBI: New Orleans Terror Suspect Did Not Have Help from Four Others in Attack by Amy Furr (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 5:59 pm
Federal officials do not believe the suspect in the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans had help from four other people recorded on surveillance cameras. The post FBI: New Orleans Terror Suspect Did Not Have Help from Four Others in Attack appeared first on Breitbart.
- JUST IN: FBI Claims “No Definitive Link” Between New Orleans Terror Attack and Las Vegas... by Jim Hᴏft (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 5:41 pm
The FBI reveals no clear connection between the New Orleans terror attack and the Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion, despite chilling similarities. Discover the latest developments in this unfolding story. The post JUST IN: FBI Claims “No Definitive Link” Between New Orleans Terror Attack and Las Vegas Cybertruck Bomb Incident — Claims Shamsud Din Jabbar “Acted Alone” appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- Biden Moves to Permanently Ban Offshore Oil and Gas Drilling in Final Bid to Block Trump’s Energy... by Jim Hᴏft (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 5:40 pm
In a decisive move to safeguard U.S. coastal waters, President Biden is set to issue a permanent ban on offshore drilling, complicating Trump's energy agenda. Discover the implications of this executive order. The post Biden Moves to Permanently Ban Offshore Oil and Gas Drilling in Final Bid to Block Trump’s Energy Agenda: Report appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- House Begins 119th Congress with Speaker Election by Sean Moran (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 5:20 pm
The House on Friday will convene the 119th Congress, starting with an election for Speaker of the House, swearing in of lawmakers, and passing the rules for the chamber. The post House Begins 119th Congress with Speaker Election appeared first on Breitbart.
- NEW: NOLA Terrorist Shamsud Din Jabbar Recently Traveled to Muslim Brotherhood Headquarters –... by Cristina Laila (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 5:20 pm
Investigators are uncovering alarming connections between the Bourbon Street terrorist and a Houston mosque linked to radicalization. Discover the shocking details of this evolving story. The post NEW: NOLA Terrorist Shamsud Din Jabbar Recently Traveled to Muslim Brotherhood Headquarters – Cairo, Egypt appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- Report: Suspects in New Year's Day Attacks Served at Same Military Base by Amy Furr (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 5:17 pm
The suspect in Wednesday's Tesla Cybertruck explosion and the suspect in the New Orleans attack reportedly served at the same military base. The post Report: Suspects in New Year’s Day Attacks Served at Same Military Base appeared first on Breitbart.
- Las Vegas Police Thank Elon Musk for Assistance in Investigating Tesla Cybertruck Explosion by Lucas Nolan (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 5:09 pm
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department expressed gratitude towards Tesla CEO Elon Musk for his help in the investigation of the Tesla Cybertruck explosion outside the Trump International Hotel on New Year's Day. The post Las Vegas Police Thank Elon Musk for Assistance in Investigating Tesla Cybertruck Explosion appeared first on Breitbart.
- New Orleans’ 65-Year-Old DEI Police Chief Faces Backlash Amid Reports of Teaching FBI Course on... by Jim Hᴏft (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 5:00 pm
As New Orleans grapples with a recent terrorist attack, Police Chief Anne Kirkpatrick faces mounting criticism for her DEI-focused leadership. Discover the implications of her controversial teaching and mixed messaging. The post New Orleans’ 65-Year-Old DEI Police Chief Faces Backlash Amid Reports of Teaching FBI Course on ‘Bias and Diversity’ appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- Americans 4 Security appears to be a political group in disguise. The FEC and IRS must investigate. by Newswire Editor (Common Dreams) on January 2, 2025 at 4:48 pm
The Federal Election Commission (FEC) and IRS should investigate Americans 4 Security Inc., a section 501(c)(4) social welfare organization, for allegedly violating the Federal Election Campaign Act and Internal Revenue Code, according to complaints filed with the FEC and IRS. The IRS complaint also requests that the IRS investigate a closely-related group, Midwest Growth Inc., that has engaged in similar activity. The complaints filed by CREW allege that Americans 4 Security is a political organization operating under the guise of a social welfare organization, in order to avoid disclosure obligations. Americans deserve transparency about the funding behind their elections.Americans 4 Security Inc.’s contributions to two super PACs accounted for as much as 90% of its total spending in 2020, its first year of existence. Since then, Americans 4 Security Inc. has continued to primarily dedicate its resources to political activity and in 2024, contributed more than $3 million to federal super PACs, the majority of which supported now-House Appropriations Committee Chairman Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK) in his primary election. Given the organization’s history of significant spending on political activities, it is likely that Americans 4 Security Inc.’s outsized political spending in 2024 will again account for a majority of its expenses.CREW’s FEC complaint alleges that Americans 4 Security Inc.’s past and current expenditures qualify it as a political committee under federal law. Such organizations must register with the FEC and make public disclosures of their finances, including disclosing the sources of their funding. Notwithstanding its extensive spending to influence federal elections, Americans 4 Security Inc. has never done so. Further, as a section 501(c)(4) nonprofit, Americans 4 Security Inc. may not be operated primarily to influence political campaigns and is required to file annual tax returns disclosing its political expenditures. Despite its extensive electioneering, which accounted for a majority of its spending in multiple years, Americans 4 Security Inc. has repeatedly told the IRS it did not engage in any political activity. A closely-related group, Midwest Growth Inc.has engaged in similar activity and in multiple years since its formation in 2016, the nonprofit has devoted the majority of its funds to making contributions to political organizations while repeatedly telling the IRS it did not engage in any political campaign activities.The public has a right to know the sources of funding that are influencing their elections. The FEC should investigate Americans 4 Security Inc. immediately to determine whether it should register as a political committee and disclose this information. In addition, the IRS should investigate both Americans 4 Security Inc. and Midwest Growth Inc. for apparent violations of their tax-exempt status and false representations regarding their political activity.
- World’s Oldest Olympic Champion, Gymnast Agnes Keleti, Dies at 103 by Warner Todd Huston (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 4:46 pm
Olympic Champion Agnes Keleti was the oldest living medal winner when she died at 103 years of age in Budapest on Thursday. The post World’s Oldest Olympic Champion, Gymnast Agnes Keleti, Dies at 103 appeared first on Breitbart.
- Deaf, Blind 21-Year-Old Was Only 59 Pounds at the Time of His Death; Parents and Caregiver Arrested... by Ben Zeisloft, The Western Journal (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 4:45 pm
A tragic case of neglect has emerged, leading to the arrests of three individuals in connection with the death of Tylim Hatchett. Discover the shocking details behind this heartbreaking story. The post Deaf, Blind 21-Year-Old Was Only 59 Pounds at the Time of His Death; Parents and Caregiver Arrested for the Fatal Neglect appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- Exclusive: Presidential National Anthem Singer Mary Millben Reflects on Faith, Family, and... by David Ng (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 4:42 pm
When actress, recording artist, and award-winning singer Mary Millben reflects on her life, she sees a blessed journey marked by what God has called her to do. With a rich coloratura voice that soars with dramatic verve, Mary has traveled the globe, bringing rousing emotion to her rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner." She has had the honor of performing for four consecutive U.S. presidents -- and very likely in just a few weeks, a fifth one when President-elect Donald Trump is sworn into office for his second term. The post Exclusive: Presidential National Anthem Singer Mary Millben Reflects on Faith, Family, and Patriotism Being Back in Fashion — Thank God Trump Won appeared first on Breitbart.
- Syria Jihadis Send Top Diplomat to Saudi Arabia for First Trip Abroad by Frances Martel (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 4:22 pm
A delegation representing the nascent government of Syria under the jihadist terror organization Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) began its first-ever international visit on Wednesday to Saudi Arabia, seeking financing and other support to rebuild the war-torn country. The post Syria Jihadis Send Top Diplomat to Saudi Arabia for First Trip Abroad appeared first on Breitbart.
- The Cope Is Real: Election Denier Stacey Abrams Refuses to Admit Trump Win Was a ‘Seismic Shift’ by Joe Saunders, The Western Journal (The Gateway Pundit) on January 2, 2025 at 4:20 pm
Stacey Abrams' refusal to recognize Donald Trump's electoral victory reveals a deeper blindness within her party. Explore the implications of her comments on the future of American politics. The post The Cope Is Real: Election Denier Stacey Abrams Refuses to Admit Trump Win Was a ‘Seismic Shift’ appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
- 'Airbnb for Cars' App Turo Faces Scrutiny After Renting Vehicles Used in New Orleans and Las Vegas... by Lucas Nolan (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 4:20 pm
Car rental app Turo, widely known as the "Airbnb for cars," has come under the spotlight after the Tesla Cybertruck that exploded in Las Vegas and the truck used in the deadly New Orleans terror attack were both rented through the platform. The post ‘Airbnb for Cars’ App Turo Faces Scrutiny After Renting Vehicles Used in New Orleans and Las Vegas Attacks appeared first on Breitbart.
- Construction Spending Slouches Into End of Year by John Carney (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 4:11 pm
Rising interest rates weighed on spending in November. The post Construction Spending Slouches Into End of Year appeared first on Breitbart.
- Joe Biden to Award Liz Cheney Presidential Citizens Medal as She Braces for Potential FBI Probe by Wendell Husebo (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 4:02 pm
Joe Biden will award Liz Cheney the Presidential Citizens Medal for performing "exemplary deeds of service" for her "country or fellow Americans." The post Joe Biden to Award Liz Cheney Presidential Citizens Medal as She Braces for Potential FBI Probe appeared first on Breitbart.
- Donald Trump Names Joe Biden 'Worst President' in History After New Year's Day Terror Attack by Wendell Husebo (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 3:48 pm
President-elect Donald Trump used social media Thursday to call out President Joe Biden as the "WORST PRESIDENT IN THE HISTORY OF AMERICA, A COMPLETE AND TOTAL DISASTER." The post Donald Trump Names Joe Biden ‘Worst President’ in History After New Year’s Day Terror Attack appeared first on Breitbart.
- Systemic Rape Allegations Against Israel Meet a Deafening Silence by Robert Inlakesh (MintPress News) on January 2, 2025 at 3:42 pm
As harrowing new accounts of systemic sexual abuse by Israeli soldiers come to light, the media shifts its focus to amplify Israel's latest claims against Hamas instead. The post Systemic Rape Allegations Against Israel Meet a Deafening Silence appeared first on MintPress News.
- Mosque Attended by New Orleans Terrorist Refers FBI Inquiries to CAIR by Joel B. Pollak (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 3:25 pm
The mosque reportedly attended by New Orleans terrorist Shamsud Din Jabbar urged members to refer inquiries from the FBI to the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and the Islamic Society of Greater Houston. The post Mosque Attended by New Orleans Terrorist Refers FBI Inquiries to CAIR appeared first on Breitbart.
- Actress Kristen Bell Ends 2024 Donating over $100,000 to Cover People's Medical Bills by Alana Mastrangelo (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 3:15 pm
"Frozen" star Kristen Bell ended 2024 by donating more than $100,000 to people who need help with paying their medical bills. The post Actress Kristen Bell Ends 2024 Donating over $100,000 to Cover People’s Medical Bills appeared first on Breitbart.
- Columbia Professor Who Celebrated October 7 to Teach Course on Zionism by Joel B. Pollak (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 2:54 pm
Columbia University professor Joseph Massad will teach a spring semester class on the history of Zionism, the movement for Jewish self-determination, despite celebrating the October 7 attack and denying a Jewish link to Israel. The post Columbia Professor Who Celebrated October 7 to Teach Course on Zionism appeared first on Breitbart.
- Northern California Hit by 4.7 Earthquake on New Year's Day by Joel B. Pollak (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 1:07 pm
An earthquake with magnitude of 4.7 struck Northern California on New Year's Day, shaking buildings as far away as Sacramento, but causing little damage and no deaths. The post Northern California Hit by 4.7 Earthquake on New Year’s Day appeared first on Breitbart.
- 10 Wounded When Multiple Gunmen Open Fire Outside NYC Nightclub by AWR Hawkins (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 1:07 pm
Ten people were wounded when multiple gunmen opened fire outside a NYC nightclub Wednesday about 11:15 p.m. The post 10 Wounded When Multiple Gunmen Open Fire Outside NYC Nightclub appeared first on Breitbart.
- ‘Catwoman’ Jocelyn Wildenstein, New York Socialite, Famous for Extreme Plastic Surgery, Dies at... by Simon Kent (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 12:59 pm
"Vanity of vanities, all is vanity" is a statement from the Holy Bible's Book of Ecclesiastes. New York socialite Jocelyn Wildenstein, widely known both for her embrace of extreme plastic surgery and record divorce settlement, has died after a life that seemingly embraced that credo. The post ‘Catwoman’ Jocelyn Wildenstein, New York Socialite, Famous for Extreme Plastic Surgery, Dies at 84 appeared first on Breitbart.
- Report: Trump to Hold MAGA 'Victory Rally' in D.C. Ahead of Inauguration by Simon Kent (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 11:45 am
To the victor goes the spoils. President-elect Donald Trump will host a mass rally for supporters in Washington, DC, the day before he is set to be inaugurated for a second term. The post Report: Trump to Hold MAGA ‘Victory Rally’ in D.C. Ahead of Inauguration appeared first on Breitbart.
- 12 Killed Including Two Children in Montenegro Shooting After Bar Brawl by Breitbart London (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 11:03 am
At least four others were wounded in the shooting rampage in Cetinje on Wednesday that followed a bar brawl, officials said. The post 12 Killed Including Two Children in Montenegro Shooting After Bar Brawl appeared first on Breitbart.
- Nolte: 007 Studio Exec Doesn’t ‘Think James Bond Is a Hero’ by John Nolte (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 11:00 am
The duo who control the Bond brand, Barbara Broccoli and her stepbrother Michael Wilson, are reportedly unhappy at their new home and likely leaking these stories to make that clear. The post Nolte: 007 Studio Exec Doesn’t ‘Think James Bond Is a Hero’ appeared first on Breitbart.
- Illegal Boat Migration over English Channel Surged by 25 Per Cent in 2024 by Kurt Zindulka (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 10:41 am
The number of illegal migrants who crossed the English Channel in 2024 increased by 25 per cent over the previous year, according to initial government figures. The post Illegal Boat Migration over English Channel Surged by 25 Per Cent in 2024 appeared first on Breitbart.
- Modern Life Under Attack: 2024 Should Have Been the Year the West Woke up to Infrastructure Sabotage by Oliver JJ Lane (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 10:27 am
Just how fragile is the modern world? More than most years, 2024 has seen a surge of headlines about the things that make civilisation work. The post Modern Life Under Attack: 2024 Should Have Been the Year the West Woke up to Infrastructure Sabotage appeared first on Breitbart.
- Ford Recalls 20,000+ Hybrid SUVs over Battery Concerns by Simon Kent (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 10:13 am
The Ford Motor Co is recalling 20,484 hybrid crossover SUVs over battery concerns that could potentially lead to a fire, documents lodged with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) set out. The post Ford Recalls 20,000+ Hybrid SUVs over Battery Concerns appeared first on Breitbart.
- Louisiana Attorney General Backs Further Sugar Bowl Delay After New Orleans Attack by Simon Kent (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 9:30 am
Louisiana’s attorney general is seeking a further delay for the Sugar Bowl after the deadly New Year’s Day terrorist attack in New Orleans. The post Louisiana Attorney General Backs Further Sugar Bowl Delay After New Orleans Attack appeared first on Breitbart.
- Israeli Special Ops Veteran Cohen: FBI Has a 'Serious DEI Problem' by Jeff Poor (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 6:57 am
Wednesday on FNC's "Hannity," Israeli Special Ops Veteran Aaron Cohen criticized the FBI's lack of counterterror capabilities in the wake of the New Orleans terror attack that killed 15 and injured dozens of others. The post Israeli Special Ops Veteran Cohen: FBI Has a ‘Serious DEI Problem’ appeared first on Breitbart.
- Incoming Trump Official Grenell: Intel. Sharing Among Agencies Has Gotten Worse, FBI Doesn't Act... by Ian Hanchett (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 6:38 am
On Wednesday’s broadcast of Newsmax TV’s “Finnerty,” Richard Grenell, incoming Envoy for Special Missions who served as acting Director of National Intelligence during the first Trump administration, discussed the terrorist attack in New Orleans and argued that the lack of The post Incoming Trump Official Grenell: Intel. Sharing Among Agencies Has Gotten Worse, FBI Doesn’t Act Quickly Enough appeared first on Breitbart.
- The Gävle Goat Lives by Abby Zimet (Common Dreams) on January 2, 2025 at 6:34 am
At the fraught start of an apocalyptic new year, we find a slight, weird sliver of hope in the improbable survival of Sweden's Gävle Goat, a massive straw goat that sanguine residents have built each Christmas since 1966 but that malevolent humanity has, most years, implacably destroyed. Typically, they burn him down; he's also been beaten, run over, bird-pecked to collapse and shot with flaming arrows by perps dressed as Gingerbread Men. But this year, he boasts, "Still standing!"Because we are a mystifying species with often-impenetrable rituals, the Yule Goat is erected each year on the first day of Advent at Slottstorget in the center of Gävle, about a hundred miles north of Stockholm. A 45-foot-high replica of a Northern European Christmas symbol, Gävlebocken seems to have sprung from German paganism fused with Norse tradition. He is based on ancient proto-Slavic beliefs that honor Devac (Dažbog), the god of the harvest and fertile sun, typically depicted as a white goat; he also celebrates Devac's bestie the Norse god Thor, who rode the sky in a chariot drawn by two goats, Tanngrisnir and Tanngnjóstr. By tradition, the last sheaf of grain bundled in the harvest is imbued with magical properties that symbolize the sacred spirit of the harvest. In today's late-stage capitalism, the goat just brings presents.While the Goat may have originated in Söder, a neighborhood in Stockholm, local historians in Gävle say he was conceived - and drawn on a pastry shop napkin - by their merchants, either ad man Stig Gavlén, trader Harry Ström, or Inga Ivarsson, whose family had already created the world's largest chair and skis so why not a goat. Local firemen grabbed the napkin drawing and ran with it, the highly flammable beginning of "a long, unfortunate relationship between the Gävle Goat and the local fire department." On Dec. 1 in 1966, the first Goat was laboriously put into place; it weighed three tons. On New Year’s Eve, at midnight, the goat went up in flames. The perpetrator was caught and charged with vandalism, but it was the first of many such grim fates for Gävlebocken: In 57 years and incarnations, he's survived intact till New Year's Day just 19 times. The Goat's long litany of affronts is part Book of Job, part Laurel and Hardy. In 1970, he lasted just six hours before being set on fire by two drunk teenagers. In 1972, he imploded due to unknown sabotage. In I973, a local man stole him and put him up in his backyard; the thief got two years in prison. In 1976, a student rammed him with his sweet Volvo 122, causing the hind legs to collapse. In 1979, someone burned him down before he was put up. A reprieve: In 1985 he first entered the Guinness Book of Records as the world's largest goat. In 1987, he was "heavily impregnated" with fire retardants but still burned down. In 1988, he survived, prompting bookies to start betting on survival odds. In 1990, volunteer guards began patrolling, leading to several peaceful years; the town also installed a live web-cam, further ensuring tranquility. Briefly. In 1995, a Norwegian crossed the border and tried to burn him down, but failed. In 2001, after growing publicity, a tourist from Cleveland, Ohio was arrested for torching him; he said he thought it was a legal tradition. In 2005, "unknown vandals" dressed as Santa Clauses and Gingerbread Men shot flaming arrows at the Goat; a few days later they were featured on Sweden’s TV3 "Most Wanted" program. In 2008, after many chemical immersions, officials decided to skip drenching his straw in fire retardants because they made the goat look ugly, "like a brown terrier." Intrigued arsonists failed twice; a third succeeded. The next year, goat-burners were so determined they first hacked the webcam, launching a denial of service to knock it offline before they did the fiery deed. They were never caught. More fences and guards were added. Gävlebocken survived intact in 2010, despite a reported plot by "two mysterious men" to kidnap him using a helicopter after first trying to bribe the security guard. In 2011, he prevailed only five days; in 2012, the fire "started it his left hind leg"; in 2014, the Goat went to China to visit their sister city Zhuhai; in 2016, he was burned to the ground a few hours after a grand 50th birthday party. Except for the hackers, the indignities were typically visited upon the Goat - beaten with clubs, hit by vintage cars, legs singed or collapsed, vicious online responses to the latest conflagration: "Cook him to nothing but ashes" - by less than stellar, often sooty miscreants. After one perp was detained by a guard, the local press reported he was "quickly identified" because he had "a singed face, smelled of gasoline, and was holding a lighter in his hand." Arson as a Christmas Tradition: The Gävle Goat Gävlebocken has also been beset by envious wannabees. For years he's been challenged by a Yule Goat built by the Natural Science Club of the School of Vasa; when their goat Little Brother failed to make it into Guinness, they began making it bigger and bigger, and in 1985 they made the world record. Of course Stig Gavlén, the reported creator of the original, was graceful in defeat. Just kidding: He argued the Science Club's goat shouldn't have won because he wasn't as attractive as Gävlebocken, and his neck was too long. In 2016, Little Brother got to take Gävlebocken's place after he was burned down, but then Little Brother got hit by a car. Several years, both goats have been torched. By now, given its grievous history, Yule Goats of any variety have come to be viewed as "perhaps the world's most endangered animal." In 2022, Gävlebocken encountered a new nemesis. Due to Sweden's unusually wet summer, the straw had more grain stuck to it, and flocks of jackdaw birds descended to peck him into ragged squalor. After the assault, the city's Goat Committee - yes, there is one - held an emergency meeting, but decided to take no further action. Citing the good will of Christmas, they said they didn't want to hurt or frighten away birds just following their hungry instincts, so the Goat would "continue to spread that Christmas spirit." On his X account - yes, he has one - Gävlebocken gloated, "I did not go down without a fight." In fact, many of his posts have that snarky-bro ring: "I'm the one and only," "Halfway through and this goat is still looking good," "I know, I'm hard to resist," "I made it!", "Looks aren't everything but I have them just in case."Still, the bluster is understandable: Sweden's "arson goat" reigns. The live goat-cam has over 14,000 subscribers; it even has a live chat. There are still people tracking and betting on his market value and survival odds; this year's started at a 6% chance to make it to New Year's. A website offers merch, from a Kidnapped Christmas sweater complete with helicopter to a burning goat tree ornament: "To die for you is my greatest honor." Online - "Get notified if the Gävle Goat is burning!" - people update, monitor, speculate: "It's goat-burning season! What's it gonna be? Fire? Automobile? Hungry birds?" "Security guard caught smoking," "Only 27 hours left - will the Gävle Goat survive?" Reddit (category: "Goats in the News") ranges from optimists - "Still holding on this year" - to sadists: "The destruction of this goat is my favorite holiday tradition." What's the draw of an event that comes down to, If you build it, they will come to burn it down? To some, it symbolizes "the eternal battle between goat-erectors and goat-burners," between the forces of commercialization and "the primeval urge to set something huge on fire because the sun has disappeared and who knows when it’s coming back." Perps are "possessed by the spirit of our pagan ancestors" who want to "bring warmth and light back into the universe, one goat at a time." After a year "like the world’s worst mashup of the real housewives of New Jersey and the show Jackass," a war over a large straw goat has a certain wholesome, guileless allure. It could, and likely soon will be, much worse. This year, thanks to a double fence, 24-hour guards and better straw, the Gävle Goat still stands. If he can survive vandals in benign-looking costumes shooting flaming arrows at him, maybe we can too.
- Donald Trump Signals Support for H-1B Outsourcing by Neil Munro (Breitbart News) on January 2, 2025 at 5:16 am
President Donald Trump is getting dragged by his supporters after again appearing to side with investors' unpopular demands for more H-1B visa workers to replace American workers. The post Donald Trump Signals Support for H-1B Outsourcing appeared first on Breitbart.
- ‘Shouldn’t Hang His Hat’: Tom Homan Says Biden Better Not Assume Only American Citizen Was... by Harold Hutchison (The Daily Caller) on January 2, 2025 at 3:29 am
'He shouldn’t hang his hat on that'
- NICOLE KIPRILOV: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly Of 2024 by Nicole Kiprilov (The Daily Caller) on January 2, 2025 at 3:11 am
'The most significant good of 2024 was President-elect Donald Trump’s victory'