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COVID Vaccines Could INTEGRATE with Human DNA: Yale Research
See what happens to those who worship their medical science idols? Health suffers and wallets get emptied. The remedy is to disregard the nonsensical false theories and say a prayer of thanks for your health and vitality. And enjoy the benefits. -
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Inside the White House Interview with 50 people; Shielding Biden from The Public Eye
Or the D man will be along with some more incorrect comments supporting the incompetents. Oh wait, he won't either. -
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Keir Starmer: Friends Say He Desperately Needs a Break
Shouldn't that be Keir Starmer: Friends Say the country Desperately Needs a Break -
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Hot/Cold kitchen sink mixer tap
There are flexible kitchen faucet 360° extenders on lazada for 47 baht. You just untwist the endpience of the faucet head and screw on the extender. My friends use and like them. -
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Keir Starmer: Friends Say He Desperately Needs a Break
Sir Keir Starmer, the newly appointed Prime Minister, is grappling with the "relentless strain" of the role, according to close friends. They claim he is in dire need of a holiday to recover from what has been a bruising start to his premiership. His first months in office have seen a sharp drop in his personal approval ratings, with one friend revealing, “He needs a lot of soothing and a lot of buoying up at the moment.” While Downing Street maintains that Sir Keir’s morale remains high, others close to him suggest the challenges have taken a toll. “He talks a good game about needing to take the unpopular decisions now, and expecting this resistance,” said a friend. “But I don’t think he realized quite how unpopular they—or he—would be.” To recharge, the Prime Minister is reportedly planning his first holiday since the general election, intending to take a break over the New Year. Despite commanding a parliamentary majority of 165 seats, the government has struggled to maintain control over its agenda, sparking questions about the demands of modern leadership. Some observers wonder whether Sir Keir will endure the full electoral term under such pressure. A senior Downing Street official offered a glimpse into the constant demands of the role, comparing today’s challenges to those faced by former prime ministers Margaret Thatcher and Tony Blair. “Thatcher and Blair managed to last a decade, but they were in a different league—and the world was a different place,” the official said. “Thatcher had to worry about the BBC, ITV, and a handful of national newspapers. Blair had a few more outlets to contend with. Now, with social media, it’s a constant game of whack-a-mole to prevent storms erupting.” The official went on to describe the frenetic pace of modern governance: “At any one time, you can be simultaneously deciding whether to authorize an attack on a terrorist target by studying live drone footage, while welcoming the Girl Guide Association to a reception at No. 10 and clearing a statement of tribute to a dead celebrity. Every minute of every day is like that.” One of the reasons Sir Keir reportedly resisted dismissing Sue Gray, his Chief of Staff, was her ability to manage his workload by controlling access to him. This decision highlights the immense pressures he faces as he navigates the early days of his premiership. The challenges for Sir Keir intensified shortly after the election when Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the end of universal winter fuel payments. This unpopular move contributed to a decline in public support, leaving Sir Keir’s ratings comparable to those of Jeremy Corbyn at the end of his tenure as Labour leader. As the Prime Minister prepares for a much-needed holiday, the pressure to stabilize his leadership and regain public trust looms large. Whether he can withstand the relentless demands of the role remains to be seen. Based on a report by Daily Mail 2024-12-23 -
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UK: Jamaican Drug Offender Avoids Deportation After ECHR Appeal
A Jamaican national convicted twice for heroin dealing has successfully avoided deportation from the UK, citing violations of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). The 39-year-old man, whose identity has been withheld, argued that deportation would breach his right to family life and expose him to inhuman or degrading treatment in his homeland. The man came to the UK at the age of 16 in 2001 and overstayed his visa. Arrested in 2006 for immigration violations, he later faced convictions for drug offences, including an 18-month sentence in 2011 and a 30-month sentence in 2020 for dealing heroin. Despite his criminal record, his appeal against deportation has prompted the case to be reconsidered by an upper tribunal. The Jamaican claimed to have suffered abuse in his childhood and argued that returning to Jamaica would endanger his safety and well-being. He also stated that he was a victim of trafficking in his home country before migrating to the UK. The upper tribunal ruled that the initial hearing failed to account for all the evidence and denied him a fair trial by proceeding in his absence, despite his claim of illness. The Home Office had previously served the man with a deportation order in 2020, describing him as a “danger to the community” due to his repeated involvement in serious drug offences. However, under Articles 3 and 8 of the ECHR, the man contended that deportation would violate his right to family life and subject him to potential harm in Jamaica. The decision has sparked criticism, with many calling for a reassessment of the UK's relationship with the ECHR. The case follows a similar controversy involving a Turkish drug dealer who avoided deportation after arguing that it would violate his human rights. The 70-year-old Turkish man, also granted anonymity, had been jailed for 16 years for plotting to distribute heroin across the UK. He claimed persecution as an Alevi Kurd if deported to Turkey, despite evidence of multiple trips back to his homeland without incident. The UN Refugee Agency supported the Turkish man’s claim, despite the Home Office’s stance that his continued presence was not in the public interest. Critics argue that cases like these undermine public confidence in immigration enforcement and the justice system. The Jamaican man’s case will now be reconsidered, raising questions about the balance between human rights protections and public safety. While the upper tribunal’s ruling emphasized procedural fairness, critics argue that the man’s criminal history and the danger he poses to the community should weigh heavily in any final decision. Based on a report by Daily Telegraph 2024-12-23 -
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Dark Legacy of Columbine: Cult Fascination and its Global Influence on School Shootings
On April 20, 1999, Columbine High School became the scene of one of the most infamous school shootings in history. Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold, two teenagers clad in black trench coats, stormed the Colorado school armed with guns and homemade bombs, killing 12 students and a teacher while wounding over two dozen others before taking their own lives. At the time, it was the deadliest school shooting in American history, but its aftermath extended far beyond the initial tragedy. PATRICK IRELAND, better known as “the boy in the window.” He was shot 2x in the head, 1x in the leg and managed to crawl out a broken window. His famous escape was caught on camera. He survived. Virginia Tech shooter Seung-Hui Cho, responsible for killing 32 people in 2007, expressed a desire to "repeat Columbine" in his manifesto. Sandy Hook gunman Adam Lanza, who killed 26 people in 2012, was found to have an "obsession" with the Columbine perpetrators, even creating a Tumblr page in homage to them. Similarly, Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz extensively researched the massacre before his 2018 attack, which claimed 17 lives. The recent tragedy at a small Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin, is yet another grim example. Fifteen-year-old Natalie Rupnow opened fire, killing a teacher and a fellow student, and injuring six others before turning the gun on herself. Disturbingly, Rupnow was photographed wearing the same band t-shirt as Eric Harris, underscoring Columbine's enduring influence. Unlike targeted attacks, Columbine was characterized by indiscriminate violence. Harris and Klebold documented their plans in home videos and a manifesto, ensuring their story would persist. Their attack occurred at the dawn of the digital age and the 24-hour news cycle, amplifying its reach and embedding it into public consciousness. For many Columbiners, Harris and Klebold represent antiheroes. Despite misconceptions, neither was a loner or an outcast. However, their personas as misunderstood youths resonate with followers who identify as social misfits. This misplaced admiration has fueled a dangerous legacy, turning Columbine into a playbook for subsequent school shootings. In Germany, Robert Steinhäuser killed 16 people at his school in 2002 after studying Columbine online. Similarly, Finnish gunman Matti Saari killed 10 students in 2008, leaving behind chilling videos and notes that mirrored Harris and Klebold’s plans. This legacy has spurred investigators to warn about the dangers of glorifying such perpetrators. The digital age has not only preserved the Columbine killers' infamy but also provided a platform for vulnerable individuals to romanticize their actions. As tragedies like Rupnow’s continue to unfold, Columbine’s shadow looms large, a grim reminder of how violence can inspire further devastation when its perpetrators are mythologized rather than condemned. Based on a report by Daily Mail 2024-12-23
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