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Thinking about a sex change before trip to Malaya: Any words of advice?
I've removed some posts that were no surprise considering the topic, but against the rules is against the rules. I remind all involved that nobody is forcing anyone to take part in any topic. -
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Retention Crisis in UK Armed Forces as Families Warn of Impact from VAT on Private Schools
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Jewish Youth Football Team in Berlin Attacked by Knife-Wielding pro-Palestinian Mob
They should also be charged with inciting violence along with their attackers. The incitement will like.ly be a big mitigating factor in any sentencing hearings. -
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The Mystery of Prince Andrew's Wealthy Backers: Why the Elite Keep Bankrolling the Duke
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The Mystery of Prince Andrew's Wealthy Backers: Why the Elite Keep Bankrolling the Duke
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Jewish Youth Football Team in Berlin Attacked by Knife-Wielding pro-Palestinian Mob
In Berlin, a Jewish youth football team from Makkabi Berlin was placed under police protection after they reported being pursued and attacked by a pro-Palestinian mob wielding knives and sticks during a recent match. The team, composed of teenagers aged 13 to 16, described the harrowing incident, which took place in the Neukölln district, an area known for its large Arab and Turkish communities. According to accounts shared by team members and their families, the Jewish youth felt they were “hunted down” following the game against local rival Schwarz-Weiss Neukölln. One father reported his son returned home visibly shaken after being spat upon and followed by a group of adults and young people who harassed the team as they left the field. A screenshot posted on social media from one of the players detailed how they were chased by “Arab youths” who allegedly shouted, “Free Palestine” and “F---ing Jews,” while brandishing knives and sticks. Alon Meyer, president of Makkabi Germany, spoke with witnesses and confirmed reports of threats and intimidation, stating, “threats, including chasing people with knives, undoubtedly took place.” Schwarz-Weiss Neukölln condemned the assault and pledged to ban those responsible, affirming that “incidents like this don’t belong on soccer pitches – and certainly not on ours.” Berlin’s Staatsschutz, the division responsible for investigating politically motivated crimes, has opened an inquiry into the attack. Makkabi Berlin’s adult teams have already been under police protection since the Hamas-led attacks on Israel last year, and officers were dispatched to secure the club’s matches over the weekend in response to this recent assault. Founded in the 1970s by Holocaust survivors, Makkabi Berlin was established as a sanctuary and a symbol of Jewish life after World War II. Its founders saw the club as a continuation of Bar-Kochba Berlin, a prominent Jewish sports club that flourished in the 1920s. The attack on Makkabi’s youth team highlights a troubling rise in anti-Semitic tensions in Germany. Authorities have warned that the threat to Jewish life in the country has reached unprecedented levels since the Nazi era, with some local officials advising Jewish residents to avoid displaying religious symbols in certain neighborhoods. In commemoration of the anniversary of Kristallnacht, Berlin official Ms. Springer stated, “These acts show that anti-Semitic violence and discrimination have not disappeared in our city either.” Her remarks referenced the tragic events of November 9, 1938, when Nazi mobs burned synagogues and Jewish businesses across Germany in a night of violent anti-Semitism. Today, the echoes of that dark history serve as a reminder of the need for vigilance and solidarity against ongoing discrimination and violence. Based on a report by Daily Telegraph 2024-11-13 Related: Israeli fans violently attacked after Amsterdam soccer match -
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The Mystery of Prince Andrew's Wealthy Backers: Why the Elite Keep Bankrolling the Duke
Despite his diminished reputation, Prince Andrew continues to find benefactors willing to fund his luxurious lifestyle. For years, he has relied on wealthy friends and contacts to sustain a high-profile existence, even after his public disgrace and King Charles’s withdrawal of financial support. The Duke of York seems perpetually able to lean on others, from former associates to well-connected figures, sparking questions about why they remain willing to pay his way. Support for Andrew has come from surprising sources. Years ago, an oligarch connected to Kazakhstan’s then-president paid £3 million over the asking price for his former marital home at Sunninghill Park. Then, the late Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender, lent the duke’s ex-wife Sarah Ferguson £15,000 to help clear her debts. These figures, controversial in their own right, maintained close ties to Andrew even as his public image faltered. After King Charles ceased paying for Andrew’s security costs, the Duke reportedly tapped “other sources of income” through his contacts in international trade. As royal journalist Robert Hardman’s biography delicately phrases it, Andrew’s networking with powerful figures worldwide has somehow kept him financially afloat, allowing him to retain some trappings of his former role. And just as his finances became increasingly precarious, another unexpected benefactor stepped in, paying to maintain his residence at Royal Lodge—a lavish 30-bedroom estate in Windsor Great Park. As yet, this latest benefactor’s identity remains undisclosed, sparing the Duke from relocating to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s more modest Frogmore Cottage, which reportedly has a mere five bedrooms and a yoga studio. According to reports, Michael Stevens, keeper of the privy purse, reviewed and approved this arrangement, a development that raises questions about transparency in public life and private funding. This undisclosed assistance invites scrutiny: such opacity over large donations to high-profile individuals has often led to complications and ethical concerns. Prince Andrew’s connections to affluence are not new. His tenure as a “trade envoy” involved globetrotting and engaging with influential figures, leading some to speculate that his royal connections were a central part of his networking appeal. Now, even without a visible income source—except his navy pension, as his annual allowance has reportedly been withdrawn—Andrew seems to maintain his royal-adjacent lifestyle. Many might wonder if it’s his personal charm or his connections that keep attracting support. Some of his wealthy friends have stayed loyal even after he paid an estimated £12 million to settle a civil case with Virginia Giuffre, a victim of Epstein’s trafficking, a case in which Andrew denies any sexual relationship with her. Speculation about the origins of that settlement’s funds has also lingered, adding to the mystery surrounding Andrew’s finances. The saga prompts further questions about Andrew’s supporters and their motives. In an era where back-door entry into the British establishment and access to power hold sway, the prince’s ongoing connections raise the possibility of murky interests at play. Some benefactors may see Andrew as a pathway to influence, while others may have personal or political motivations for sustaining his position. Given the complex web of global wealth, political power, and royal influence, the support behind Prince Andrew calls for greater scrutiny. Perhaps it’s time for Parliament to investigate with urgency and foresight, shedding light on the forces that enable him to maintain a lifestyle many veterans—and indeed most citizens—could never afford. Based on a report by the Guardian 2024-11-13
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