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Supreme Court Ruling Shifts Trump's Election Subversion Case Back to D.C.
Uh ho hey trump supporters better take out a second mortgage on your house looks like the felon has to pay more lawyers and we all know the (billionaire) can’t possibly be expected to pay himself ehh?he commits the crimes you pay lmao 😂 -
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Gender Row Paris Olympics Boxer Previously Barred from Women’s Events Wins in 46 seconds
The article leaves out a key fact. Khelif is a woman. She is not a transgender person. It's funny to me that right wingers are always mocking people that can't define a woman. Khelif has a womb. A woman, yes or no? Is it her fault that she has genetics that make her athletically superior any more than was it Mark Spitz's fault that he had a body perfectly designed to be an elite swimmer? If you have a chess match and one player is a super genius are you going to ban him? -
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Trump Demands Transparency on U.S.-Russia Prisoner Swap Details
Translation trump is looking for dirt and distraction anything to keep attention away from his latest debacles and heaven forbid any discussion of policy. -
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Men dominating 'Women's Sports @ Paris Olympics'
I would have thought that people would see the Russians for what they are anyway after so much evidence but then again, Trump continues ruling. -
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Human-Induced Climate Change Creates Olympic "Heat Dome" Crisis
Yes I believe there' a climate change going on but one can believe or not what the cause of that is . No , I am Not Covid is the New China Flu that's what they said when it started . Got the jabs , Nothing Sad about that. Like I said Believe it or Not ,Like the Thais say ,,,, Up to you .🙏 -
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Off Roading Isaan Area
Anyone know of any areas to 4x4? I.e. rock crawling or mud bogging? I've seen some Thais doing it on YouTube, just not where they were.... Not looking for the dangerous stuff like in Moab Utah, just areas to take a Jeep or Hilux to toodle around in and entertain the kids and teach them how to drive..... -
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Human-Induced Climate Change Creates Olympic "Heat Dome" Crisis
Some are tied to big oil to deny climate change. Easy to tell. The others are telling the truth. Impossible to deny it is happening. I'm guessing you are a covid denier and anti vaxxer? All tied together. Sad -
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Human-Induced Climate Change Creates Olympic "Heat Dome" Crisis
No link Needed , You said yourself Some are Tied to big Oil and skew in their favor . You Know and Believe that some are on the take Right. I am not the Smartest man on the planet, but I Can believe what I like and you can do Same . For me , Yes there's a climate change going on , Caused by What? Natural Phenomenon . It will change again in a Few Hundred/Thousand Years into a Cold Icy world. Like they say ,It won't happen overnight but it Will happen. -
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"Regrets" versus "best thing I ever did".
Must of paid well being a Librarian if you retired in your early 50's !!! I would love to be a librarian and read books all day -
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Apple Withdraws Ad Amid Thai Backlash, Extends Apology
Come on Apple, just because some of the rules here seem a bit prehistoric doesn't mean they're backward .... -
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Supreme Court Ruling Shifts Trump's Election Subversion Case Back to D.C.
The high-profile case involving former President Donald Trump’s alleged efforts to obstruct the 2020 election results is poised to return to the control of a federal judge in Washington, D.C. This comes after a Supreme Court decision that clarified the extent of presidential immunity from prosecution. The Supreme Court’s ruling on July 1 determined that while presidents possess broad immunity when performing their core constitutional duties, they can still face trial for private conduct or certain official acts that fall outside these duties. This landmark decision, split along ideological lines at 6-3, now charges U.S. District Judge Tanya S. Chutkan with the complex task of deciphering which of Trump’s actions related to the 2020 election can be prosecuted. Judge Chutkan’s forthcoming decisions are expected to be intricate and potentially lengthy, making a trial before the November election highly improbable. According to Randall Eliason, a former federal prosecutor and current law professor at George Washington University, the urgency that once surrounded this case has diminished since the Supreme Court’s ruling. He pointed out, “There’s no point in haste now, because there’s no way to do the trial now before the election. If Trump wins in November and returns to the White House in January, his Justice Department would be expected to drop the case, and he could not be prosecuted while in office anyway. If he loses, there will be plenty of time to do a trial next year and get all the issues right.” Barbara McQuade, another former federal prosecutor and now a professor at the University of Michigan, echoed the sentiment that while it is technically possible for Judge Chutkan to hold hearings or a “mini trial” to decide on the admissibility of certain evidence and allegations, the likelihood of such proceedings occurring before the election is slim. “Prosecutors and judges have to be thinking about the case, and not the election,” McQuade stated. “If I’m the prosecutor, I want to go by [written filings] because it is quick and I’m not subjecting witnesses to cross-examination repeatedly over time, which could create problems down the road and can take a very long time.” The Supreme Court’s ruling has set a Friday deadline for the case to be returned to the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, which is expected to send it back to Judge Chutkan. She will need to address several key questions: which alleged acts by Trump fall under the executive branch’s exclusive constitutional authority and are thus immune from prosecution, which are official acts but still prosecutable because they pose no danger to presidential powers, and which acts involve private conduct and are prosecutable. Carolyn Shapiro, a professor at Chicago-Kent College of Law, highlighted the challenges Judge Chutkan will face in answering these questions due to the lack of clear guidance from the Supreme Court. She noted that Judge Chutkan will likely seek input from both Trump's defense team and special counsel Jack Smith to determine the next steps. Trump's legal team is expected to continue employing strategies to slow down or dismiss parts of the case, similar to their approach following the Supreme Court’s immunity decision in other legal matters. Special counsel Jack Smith may also adjust his indictment strategy, potentially dropping allegations that are clearly shielded from prosecution while pushing forward with those that are not. The 45-page indictment in D.C. alleges that Trump conspired to overturn the 2020 election results by using false claims of election fraud to obstruct the government’s processes. The indictment outlines five key methods used by Trump: pressuring officials in swing states to flip electoral votes, attempting to submit fraudulent slates of electors, threatening Justice Department leaders to open sham investigations, pressuring Vice President Mike Pence to overturn the election results during Congress’s certification, and exploiting the Capitol riot to disrupt Congress. However, the Supreme Court ruling has directly impacted the indictment by barring prosecution for Trump’s discussions with the Justice Department and hobbling Smith's pursuit based on Trump’s discussions with Pence. Special counsel Smith may argue that Pence was acting as president of the Senate and not as an executive branch adviser, but Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. was silent on whether this argument satisfies the court's test. Smith may continue to argue that Trump’s statements and actions, such as promoting slates of fake electors and pressuring state officials, were made as a candidate and therefore are unofficial acts. However, proving these charges will require careful examination by Judge Chutkan to determine whether Trump was acting in his official capacity or as part of a private scheme. The Supreme Court also limited prosecutors by ruling that a president’s motives cannot be considered when weighing whether conduct is immune and that official acts cannot be used as evidence for prosecuting unofficial acts. This could hinder prosecutors' ability to prove corrupt motive or intent, which is crucial in criminal law. Despite these limitations, there is still a sense of urgency to resolve the case. McQuade emphasized that the public has a right to a speedy trial, and if Trump is not re-elected, the case will eventually go to trial. Prosecutors and the judge have a duty to act with urgency to protect that right. “There is some urgency to the case because the public has a right to a speedy trial just as the defense does,” she said. “And if Donald Trump is not elected president, this case will go to trial eventually, so the prosecution and judge have a duty to protect that right by acting with urgency.” As the case moves forward, it will be crucial to observe how Judge Chutkan navigates the Supreme Court’s directives and balances the need for a thorough examination of the evidence with the public’s right to a timely resolution. The legal and political ramifications of this case are significant, and the outcomes could have lasting impacts on the interpretation of presidential immunity and the accountability of elected officials. Credit: W.P. 2024-08-02 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. -
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Gender Row Paris Olympics Boxer Previously Barred from Women’s Events Wins in 46 seconds
In a bout that has sparked widespread outrage and debate, a boxer previously barred from women’s events claimed victory after her opponent quit just 46 seconds into the match. The fight, which took place on Thursday at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has drawn criticism from high-profile figures including former President Donald Trump, Elon Musk, J.K. Rowling, and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. The core of the controversy revolves around Imane Khelif of Algeria, a boxer with a complex gender history, and her opponent, Italy’s Angela Carini. The match ended abruptly when Carini, after sustaining a severe blow to her nose, removed her helmet and conceded defeat. Khelif, who stands tall with bulging biceps, had previously failed two gender verification tests in March 2023, leading to a ban by the International Boxing Association (IBA) from competing against women. This ban was overturned by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), which allowed Khelif to compete under unspecified criteria. Boxing star Nicola Adams speaks out on gender row. Adams, 41, posted her views on X after Carini withdrew from her fight against Algeria's Imane Khelif just 46 seconds into the bout on Thursday. given her support to Angela Carini after the Italian boxer abandoned a fight against an opponent who previously failed a gender eligibility test. Adams, 41, posted her views on X on Friday after Carini withdrew from her fight against Algeria's Imane Khelif, who is a biological woman, just 46 seconds into the bout on Thursday. The incident has been described by many as unjust and a blatant disregard for the safety and fairness of female athletes. Carini herself expressed her frustration, stating, “I quit to save my life. I couldn’t breathe anymore.” Her coach, Emanuele Renzini, revealed that many had warned her against participating, citing the danger posed by Khelif’s physical advantages. The outrage is not limited to the sporting community. Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss tweeted, "When will this madness stop?" Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies called it "a bloody disgrace," and author J.K. Rowling questioned, "What will it take to end this insanity? A female boxer left with life-altering injuries? A female boxer killed?" Jake Paul, honorary boxing coach for Team USA, labeled the event as "sickening" and "a travesty," emphasizing the inherent danger and unfairness of the situation. Khelif, who identifies as female despite having XY chromosomes, was initially barred by the IBA but was later cleared by the IOC to compete. The details of the criteria met by Khelif remain undisclosed. IOC spokesman Mark Adams defended the decision, stating, "Federations need to make the rules to make sure that there is fairness, but at the same time with the ability for everyone to take part who wants to. That’s a difficult balance." However, many see this balance as skewed and dangerous. Sports science professor Ross Tucker compared the situation to placing a 200-pound fighter against someone weighing 130 pounds, highlighting the significant strength and power differences between male and female boxers. The incident has brought to light the broader issue of how sports organizations handle the participation of athletes with different gender identities. Critics argue that the current approach endangers female athletes and undermines the integrity of women’s sports. The IOC’s decision has been seen by many as prioritizing political correctness over the safety and fairness of competition. Carini’s experience underscores the physical and emotional toll of competing under such conditions. “I’ve never taken a punch like that,” she said, reflecting on the match that left her weeping and disconsolate. Despite her evident distress, Carini refrained from criticizing Khelif’s biological advantages, likely to avoid further controversy. Khelif, on the other hand, showed no remorse, expressing confidence and ambition for future matches. “Difficult for a first fight,” she said. “Insh’Allah [if Allah wills it] for the second fight. I need an Olympic medal here in Paris.” The IOC’s decision to allow Khelif to fight another biological female on Saturday has only intensified the backlash. Critics argue that the organization has failed female athletes by not providing a fair and safe competitive environment. The question now is whether it will take a tragedy, such as a female athlete being seriously injured or killed, for the rules and regulations governing such competitions to be reevaluated and changed. As the debate continues, the broader implications for women’s sports and the rights of female athletes remain a critical issue. The need for clear, fair, and safe guidelines is more pressing than ever, with many calling for an end to what they see as a dangerous and unjust approach to gender and competition in sports. Credit: Daily Mail | NBC 2024-08-03 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. -
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Trump Demands Transparency on U.S.-Russia Prisoner Swap Details
Former President Donald Trump has called for more transparency regarding the recent high-profile prisoner swap between the United States and Russia, which resulted in the release of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan from Russian custody. In a post on Truth Social, Trump highlighted his own track record with prisoner exchanges and raised concerns about the terms of the current deal. Trump questioned the specifics of the exchange, asking, "So when are they going to release the details of the prisoner swap with Russia? How many people do we get versus them? Are we also paying them cash? Are they giving us cash (Please withdraw that question, because I’m sure the answer is NO)?" He further speculated about the nature of those being released, suggesting that the U.S. might be releasing "murderers, killers, or thugs," and criticized the U.S. government for its history of making poor deals, particularly in hostage swaps. The former president expressed concerns about the implications of potentially giving cash to an opposing country, calling it a “bad precedent for the future.” He accused Russia of extorting the United States, referencing the complexity of the trade and suggesting it was designed to obscure the unfavorable terms for the U.S. "They are extorting the United States of America. They’re calling the trade ‘complex’ – That’s so nobody can figure out how bad it is!" Trump wrote. National security adviser Jake Sullivan responded to these claims during a White House briefing, asserting that no money was exchanged and no sanctions were loosened as part of the deal. Sullivan's statement aimed to dispel any rumors or misconceptions about the terms of the prisoner swap. President Joe Biden announced on Thursday that Gershkovich and Whelan, along with Alsu Kurmasheva and Vladimir Kara-Murza, were released as part of the largest prisoner exchange with Russia since the Cold War. The deal also saw the release of five Germans and seven Russian citizens who had been held as political prisoners. This historic exchange underscores the ongoing efforts and complexities involved in diplomatic negotiations between the two nations. Trump, who has often criticized Biden's handling of American detainees in Russia, had previously predicted that Biden would struggle to secure the release of Gershkovich, who had been detained in Russia for more than a year. When asked about Trump’s suggestion that he could have brought the detainees home without making any concessions, Biden retorted, "Why didn’t he do it when he was president?" This exchange highlights the ongoing political tension and debate surrounding the handling of international prisoner swaps, the strategies employed by different administrations, and the broader implications for U.S. foreign policy and national security. Credit: Hill 2024-08-03 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. -
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Virginia Tech Scientists Discover Widespread COVID-19 Virus in Wildlife
Virginia Tech scientists have discovered that SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, is prevalent among wildlife species in Virginia. According to research published in Nature Communications, the virus was detected in six common backyard species, with antibodies indicating prior exposure found in five species. The rates of exposure ranged from 40 to 60 percent, depending on the species. The study tracked the virus’s genetic code in wild animals, confirming both the presence of SARS-CoV-2 and unique viral mutations that closely matched variants circulating in humans, supporting the theory of human-to-animal transmission. The highest exposure to SARS-CoV-2 was found in animals near hiking trails and high-traffic public areas, suggesting the virus was passed from humans to wildlife. This research was conducted by scientists from the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, the Department of Biological Sciences in Virginia Tech’s College of Science, and the Fralin Life Sciences Institute. The study’s findings highlight the identification of novel mutations in SARS-CoV-2 in wildlife, underscoring the need for broad surveillance. These mutations could be more harmful and transmissible, posing challenges for vaccine development. However, the scientists emphasized that they found no evidence of the virus being transmitted from animals to humans, assuring the public that typical interactions with wildlife should not be a cause for fear. Investigators tested animals from 23 common Virginia species for active infections and antibodies indicating previous infections. They found signs of the virus in deer mice, Virginia opossums, raccoons, groundhogs, Eastern cottontail rabbits, and Eastern red bats. The virus isolated from one opossum showed previously unreported viral mutations that could potentially impact how the virus affects humans and their immune response. “The virus can jump from humans to wildlife when we are in contact with them, like a hitchhiker switching rides to a new, more suitable host,” explained Carla Finkielstein, a professor of biological sciences at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC and one of the paper’s corresponding authors. “The goal of the virus is to spread in order to survive. The virus aims to infect more humans, but vaccinations protect many humans. So the virus turns to animals, adapting and mutating to thrive in the new hosts.” SARS-CoV-2 infections have previously been identified in wildlife, primarily in white-tailed deer and feral mink. The Virginia Tech study significantly expands the number of species examined and the understanding of virus transmission to and among wildlife. The data suggests exposure to the virus has been widespread in wildlife, with areas of high human activity serving as points of contact for cross-species transmission. “This study was really motivated by seeing a large, important gap in our knowledge about SARS-CoV-2 transmission in a broader wildlife community,” said Joseph Hoyt, assistant professor of biological sciences in Virginia Tech’s College of Science and corresponding author on the paper. “A lot of studies to date have focused on white-tailed deer while what is happening in much of our common backyard wildlife remains unknown.” The research team collected 798 nasal and oral swabs from animals across Virginia, either live-trapped in the field and released or being treated by wildlife rehabilitation centers. They also obtained 126 blood samples from six species. The locations were chosen to compare the presence of the virus in animals in sites with varying levels of human activity, from urban areas to remote wilderness. The study also identified two mice at the same site on the same day with the exact same variant, indicating they either both got it from the same human or one infected the other. Researchers are uncertain about the means of transmission from humans to animals. One possibility is wastewater, but the Virginia Tech scientists believe trash receptacles and discarded food are more likely sources. “I think the big take-home message is the virus is pretty ubiquitous,” said Amanda Goldberg, a former postdoctoral associate in Hoyt’s lab and the study’s first author. “We found positives in a large suite of common backyard animals.” While this study focused on Virginia, many of the species that tested positive are common backyard wildlife found throughout North America. It is likely they are being exposed in other areas as well, and surveillance across a broader region is urgently needed, Hoyt said. “The virus is indifferent to whether its host walks on two legs or four. Its primary objective is survival. Mutations that do not confer a survival or replication advantage to the virus will not persist and will eventually disappear,” said Finkielstein, who is also director of the Virginia Tech Molecular Diagnostics Lab. The Roanoke lab was established in April 2020 to expand COVID-19 testing. “We understood the critical importance of sequencing the genome of the virus infecting those species. It was a monumental task that could only be accomplished by a talented group of molecular biologists, bioinformaticians, and modelers in a state-of-the-art facility. I am proud of my team and my collaborators, their professionalism, and everything they contributed to ensure our success.” Scientists emphasize the need for continued surveillance for these mutations and caution against dismissing them. More research is necessary to understand how the virus is transmitted from humans to wildlife, how it might spread within a species, and potentially from one species to another. “This study highlights the potentially large host range SARS-CoV-2 can have in nature and really how widespread it might be,” Hoyt said. “There is a lot of work to be done to understand which species of wildlife, if any, will be important in the long-term maintenance of SARS-CoV-2 in humans.” Finkielstein added, “But what we’ve already learned is that SARS-CoV-2 is not only a human problem and that it takes a heck of a multidisciplinary team to address its impact on various species and ecosystems effectively.” Other authors on the paper include: - Kate Langwig, associate professor, Department of Biological Sciences, Fralin Life Sciences Institute - James Weger-Lucarelli, assistant professor, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine - Anne Brown, associate professor, Department of Biochemistry - Amanda Goldberg, former postdoctoral associate, Department of Biological Sciences - Jeffrey Marano, graduate research assistant, Department of Biological Sciences - Pallavi Rai, graduate research assistant, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Pathobiology, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine - Kelsi King, graduate research assistant, Genetics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology - Amanda Sharp, graduate research assistant, Genetics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology - Christopher Kailing, graduate research assistant, Department of Biological Sciences - Macy Kailing, graduate research assistant, Department of Biological Sciences - Members of the Virginia Tech Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory: Katherine L. Brown, Alessandro Ceci, Russell Briggs, Matthew G. Urbano, Clinton Roby Credit: Virginia Tech 2024-08-03 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information.
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