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Klaus Schwab’s Daughter: ‘Permanent Climate Lockdowns Coming – Whether You Like It or Not’31/7/2023 According to Nicole Schwab, the COVID pandemic was a “tremendous opportunity” to test how the public would comply with the WEF’s plans to usher in their Great Reset agenda. The WEF’s promotion of the “climate emergency” narrative seeks to “create a change that is not incremental…to position nature at the core of the economy,” according to Schwab’s offspring.
Nicole Schwab made the admission in a newly unearthed video that was recorded during a WEF panel discussion back in 2020. The WEF lists Nicole Schwab as a “Member of the Executive Committee” of the WEF who is also the co-director of Platform to Accelerate Nature-Based Solutions & 1t.org. The group of WEF attendees were discussing how the fake threat of an “immediate emergency” can be used to further advance the WEF’s “Great Reset” plan for humanity. “This [COVID] crisis has shown us that first of all, things can shift very rapidly when we put our minds to it and when we feel the immediate emergency to our livelihoods,” Nicole Schwab declares. “And second, that clearly the system, I mean, you mentioned it earlier, that we had before is not sustainable.” “So I see it as a tremendous opportunity to really have this Great Reset and to use this huge flows of money — to use the increased levers that policymakers have today — in a way that was not possible before to create a change that is not incremental but that we can look back and we can say this is the moment where we really started to position nature at the core of the economy.” “Taking the point of view of business and economy and looking at where are there opportunities to create jobs and regenerate nature?” “And there are plenty of opportunities and this is again a mindset of actually innovation technology and a business growth can happen with a positive impact of nature and kind of laying out some of these examples.” “Regenerative agriculture is, of course, a huge part of that as well,” Schwab continued. “And one of the key reflection points here is also around engaging youth, and for me, it’s again, I come back to this shift in the mindset of the restoration generation can we conceive of ourselves as humans?” “I mean, you talked about a new humanity, I think you mentioned it right?” “Can we conceive of ourselves as a restoration generation?” “I think that’s where we need to go.” “I’m also hopeful that it’s possible, but I think it will take a lot of will, both political will but also in terms of the business actors, to break with business as usual but in a very serious way and to say we need to make very difficult choices.” “There are trade-offs but this is our chance and other, and this is about risk, and it’s about resilience because the shocks are coming are going to be even worse if we don’t do it now.” The WEF has been pushing the idea of “climate lockdowns” since Covid first emerged.In an article published by the WEF, the organization lauds how “billions” of people complied with Covid “restrictions.” The unelected organization continues by arguing that the public would do the same under the guise of reducing “carbon emissions.” Titled “My Carbon: An approach for inclusive and sustainable cities,” the article suggests that the same fear tactics could be used to impose further “restrictions” on the general public. The subject of the piece is how to convince people to adopt “personal carbon allowance programs.” Schwab’s group notes that improvements in tracking and surveillance technology are helping to overcome “political resistance” against such programs. “COVID-19 was the test of social responsibility,” the article notes. It continues by commending how “a huge number of unimaginable restrictions for public health were adopted by billions of citizens across the world.” “There were numerous examples globally of maintaining social distancing, wearing masks, mass vaccinations, and acceptance of contact-tracing applications for public health, which demonstrated the core of individual social responsibility,” the WEF adds. The organization goes on to cite how so many people complied with lockdown mandates, despite overwhelming evidence of the harmful consequences such restrictions had on society. The WEF then implies that the public would behave in a similarly obsequious manner in other areas of life.
FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES BELGIAN GRAND PRIX 2023 - Race Results
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The rise of private military companies (PMCs) has transformed the landscape of modern warfare and security operations. One of the most prominent and influential PMCs is G4S, a global leader in providing security and related services. This essay explores the history and evolution of G4S, highlighting its pivotal role in shaping the PMC industry.
Early Beginnings: G4S traces its roots back to 1901 when Marius Hogrefe established a small Danish company called København Frederiksberg Nattevagt (Copenhagen Frederiksberg Night Watch). The company primarily focused on offering night watchmen services. Over time, the firm expanded its offerings and established a reputation for reliable and professional security services. Expansion and Diversification: In the 20th century, København Frederiksberg Nattevagt underwent significant changes and growth. In 1968, it merged with Falck, a Danish firm specializing in emergency services, to form Falck Group. The new entity expanded its operations globally and became a multinational corporation providing security, ambulance, and other emergency services. Creation of G4S: In 2004, Falck Group's security division merged with Securicor, a British security services company, giving birth to Group 4 Securicor. This merger was a significant milestone in the company's history and marked its entry into the global security market on a larger scale. The name G4S was adopted in 2005 to reflect the combined strength and reach of the two organizations. Global Expansion and Diversification: Under the banner of G4S, the company embarked on an aggressive expansion strategy, acquiring several prominent security firms worldwide. These acquisitions enabled G4S to establish a vast international presence and diversify its services beyond traditional security. The company ventured into areas such as prison management, transportation and logistics security, event management, and technology-enabled security solutions. Role in the PMC Industry: G4S's role in the PMC industry cannot be overstated. The company played a significant part in shaping the evolution of PMCs by professionalizing the sector and setting industry standards. G4S demonstrated that private entities could deliver high-quality security services, often on par with government agencies, thereby challenging traditional notions of state monopoly on security. Controversies and Challenges: G4S's journey has not been without its share of controversies and challenges. One of the most notable incidents occurred during the 2012 London Olympics when G4S failed to fulfill its contractual obligations to provide security personnel, resulting in the British military being deployed to fill the gap. This incident shed light on the potential risks associated with outsourcing critical security functions to private companies. Adapting to Changing Dynamics: In recent years, G4S has adapted to changing global dynamics and emerging security threats. The company has focused on integrating technology into its service offerings, leveraging innovations like AI-powered surveillance systems, biometrics, and data analytics. By embracing technological advancements, G4S has positioned itself as a leader in providing advanced security solutions to meet the evolving needs of clients. The history of G4S reflects the evolution of private military companies and their impact on modern security operations. From its humble beginnings as a night watchmen service to becoming a global industry leader, G4S has reshaped the landscape of security services. Despite facing challenges and controversies, G4S has consistently demonstrated its ability to adapt and innovate, ensuring its relevance in an ever-changing world. As the PMC industry continues to evolve, G4S is likely to play a pivotal role in shaping its future.
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* Five-place grid penalty Randy Meisner, a founding member of the Eagles who added high harmonies to such favorites as "Take It Easy" and "The Best of My Love" and stepped out front for the waltz-time ballad "Take It to the Limit," has died, the band said Thursday. Meisner died Wednesday night in Los Angeles of complications from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the Eagles said in a statement. He was 77.
The bassist had endured numerous afflictions in recent years and personal tragedy in 2016 when his wife, Lana Rae Meisner, accidentally shot herself and died. Meanwhile, Randy Meisner had been diagnosed with bipolar disorder and had severe issues with alcohol, according to court records and comments made during a 2015 hearing in which a judge ordered Meisner to receive constant medical care. Called "the sweetest man in the music business" by former bandmate Don Felder, the baby-faced Meisner joined Don Henley, Glenn Frey and Bernie Leadon in the early 1970s to form a quintessential Los Angeles band and one of the most popular acts in history. "Randy was an integral part of the Eagles and instrumental in the early success of the band," the Eagles' statement said. "His vocal range was astonishing, as is evident on his signature ballad, 'Take It to the Limit.'" Evolving from country rock to hard rock, the Eagles turned out a run of hit singles and albums over the next decade, starting with "Take It Easy" and continuing with "Desperado," "Hotel California" and "Life In the Fast Lane" among others. Although chastised by many critics as slick and superficial, the Eagles released two of the most popular albums of all time, "Hotel California" and "Their Greatest Hits (1971-1975)," which with sales at 38 million the Recording Industry Association of America ranked with Michael Jackson's "Thriller" as the No. 1 seller. Led by singer-songwriters Henley and Frey, the Eagles were initially branded as "mellow" and "easy listening." But by their third album, the 1974 release "On the Border," they had added a rock guitarist, Felder, and were turning away from country and bluegrass. Leadon, an old-fashioned bluegrass picker, was unhappy with the new sound and left after the 1975 album "One of These Nights." (He was replaced by another rock guitarist, Joe Walsh.) Meisner stayed on through the 1976 release of "Hotel California," the band's most acclaimed record, but was gone soon after. His departure, ironically, was touched off by the song he cowrote and was best known for, "Take It to the Limit." A shy Nebraskan torn between fame and family life, Meisner had been ill and homesick during the "Hotel California" tour (his first marriage was breaking up) and was reluctant to have the spotlight for "Take It to the Limit," a showcase for his nasally tenor. His objections during a Knoxville, Tennessee, concert in the summer of 1977 so angered Frey that the two argued backstage and Meisner left soon after. His replacement, Timothy B. Schmit, remained with the group over the following decades, along with Henley, Walsh and Frey, who died in 2016. As a solo artist, Meisner never approached the success of the Eagles, but did have hits with "Hearts On Fire" and "Deep Inside My Heart" and played on records by Walsh, James Taylor and Dan Fogelberg among others. Meanwhile, the Eagles ended a 14-year hiatus in 1994 and toured with Schmit even though Meisner had played on all but one of their earlier studio albums. He did join group members past and present in 1998 when they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and performed "Take It Easy" and "Hotel California." For a decade, he was part of World Classic Rockers, a touring act that at various times included Donovan, Spencer Davis and Denny Laine. Meisner was married twice, the first time when he was still in his teens, and had three kids. The son of sharecroppers and grandson of a classical violinist, Meisner was playing in local bands as a teenager and by the end of the 1960s had moved to California and joined a country rock group, Poco, along with Richie Furay and Jimmy Messina. But he would remember being angered that Furay wouldn't let him listen to the studio mix of their first album and left the group before it came out: His successor was Timothy B. Schmit. Meisner backed Ricky Nelson, played on Taylor's "Sweet Baby James" album and befriended Henley and Frey when all were performing in Linda Ronstadt's band. With Ronstadt's blessing, they formed the Eagles, were signed up by David Geffen for his Asylum Records label and released their self-titled debut album in 1972. Frey and Henley sang lead most of the time, but Meisner was the key behind "Take It the Limit." It appeared on the "One of These Nights" album from 1975 and became a top 5 single, a weary, plaintive song later covered by Etta James and as a duet by Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings. "The purpose of the whole Eagles thing to me was that combination and the chemistry that made all the harmonies just sound perfect," Meisner told the music web site www.lobstergottalent.com in 2015. "The funny thing is after we made those albums I never listened to them and it is only when someone comes over or I am at somebody's house and it gets played in the background that is when I'll tell myself, 'Damn, these records are good.'"
One of the defining features of Musk, aside from his penchant for X is his self-branding as a genius trying to push humanity forward. In reality, many of his projects, like the Vegas Loop, which is a passenger car tunnel in Las Vegas meant to reduce congestion instead of utilizing public transportation, are abjectly stupid. There are also many misconceptions that he circulates to reinforce the common narrative of his sycophants, like that he founded Tesla, the electric carmaker. But he didn’t create the company, he bought it and later called himself the “founder,” which led to a legal battle that allowed him to keep the title despite not actually being what the English language would define as a founder. A local news report from the San Francisco Bay area on this issue also describes how he pulled the same thing with PayPal, which was the main product of Confinity, a startup that had emerged with Musk’s X.com in the 1990s. If simply being an early investor in a company would define one as a founder, then every person who pays US taxes could be considered a Tesla founder because of the large amounts of federal contracts that prop the EV maker up.
Musk shouldered his way into the prestige of being a founder of some of these companies in order to boost his own image. It gives a serious amount of clout in the tech bro environment to call oneself a founder. Therefore, if history is any guide, the plan appears to be this: Elon Musk’s Twitter rebranding and the introduction of new features is designed so that he can label himself the company’s founder. It’s not about any grand corporate strategy or serious attempt at becoming the app of power; he just wants to take credit for Jack Dorsey’s product while blatantly ripping IP from China. New Zealand’s justice minister resigned Monday after police filed charges against her and said she was over the legal alcohol limit when she crashed into a parked car.The incident involving Kiri Allan was the latest in a series of missteps and scandals involving government ministers less than three months out from national elections. Polls indicate the conservative opposition has pulled level or moved slightly ahead of the incumbent liberals in what promises to be a close race. Prime Minister Chris Hipkins said Allan was involved in the crash soon after 9 p.m. Sunday in Wellington and was detained at the central police station for about four hours.Police have charged her with careless driving and refusing to accompany a police officer.Hipkins noted police reported that Allan’s breath test showed she was over the legal alcohol limit, although she was not charged with drunk driving. Police said they issued Allan an infringement notice in relation to the breath test. A court date has not been set. If found guilty, Allan could face fines and a suspension of her driver’s license. Once considered a rising star of the Labour Party, Allan had recently taken time off for her mental health after being involved in a publicized split with her partner. She also faced accusations of having poor working relationships with some staff.
Hipkins said he spoke with Allan on Monday morning and told her he thought she wasn’t in a fit state to remain a minister and it was untenable for a justice minister to be charged with criminal offending. She agreed and resigned her ministerial roles, Hipkins said. For now, Allan remains a member of Parliament. “While her alleged actions are inexcusable, I’ve been advised she was experiencing extreme emotional distress at the time of the incident,” Hipkins said. “Her recent personal struggles with mental health have been well documented and it appears some of those issues came to a head yesterday.” Hipkins said he felt sad for Allan. “Kiri is an incredibly talented person who clearly has been battling some demons, and has not won that battle,” he said. Allan said she was sorry for her actions and was heading home to consider her future in politics. “Over recent weeks I’ve faced a number of personal difficulties. I took time off to address those, and believed I was okay to juggle those challenges with the pressure of being a minister,” she said in a statement. “My actions yesterday show I wasn’t okay, and I’ve let myself and my colleagues down.” Last month, Transport and Immigration Minister Michael Wood resigned after failing to disclose a possible conflict of interest with stock he owned. In March, Police Minister Stuart Nash was fired after it came to light he had given confidential information to donors. In May, Customs Minister Meka Whaitiri was fired after switching allegiance to another political party.
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Japan is planning to create a global strategic natural gas reserve to guard against energy crunches such as the one that hit the EU and its allies last year, Bloomberg reported this week.
Tokyo’s plan will be presented to the International Energy Agency (IEA) and involves a so-called strategic buffer similar to an emergency oil reserve, the outlet said, citing people familiar with the matter. The IEA already requires member nations such as the US and Japan to have a strategic stockpile of oil equivalent to at least 90 days of net imports in case of emergency, Bloomberg said. Tokyo will reportedly suggest including its gas reserve proposal on the agenda for an IEA ministerial meeting in February. Japan’s global gas buffer idea comes as the import-dependent nation ramps up efforts to ensure it has enough fuel amid soaring energy prices and intensifying competition on the LNG market. READ MORE: Japan exempts Russian energy projects from sanctionsThe energy-poor country is heavily dependent on external supplies. Tokyo has been reluctant to sanction the Russian energy sector, and has repeatedly noted its importance for Japanese energy security. Japan received an exemption from the Western price cap on Russian oil imports, which saw supplies from the Far Eastern Sakhalin-2 oil and gas project excluded. Japan has also kept its stakes in joint energy projects in Russia.
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Tony Bennett, the award-winning pop and jazz singer whose extensive career saw him collaborate with stars ranging from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga, has died at the age of 96, his publicist Sylvia Weiner announced on Friday.
Bennett passed away in his hometown of New York, Weiner told the Associated Press. She did not specify the cause of death, but Bennett had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2016. Often considered to be the last of America’s great crooners, Bennett released more than 70 albums and is regarded as the only performer to have had new material reach the US charts in every decade between the 1950s and the 2020s. In 2014, he became the oldest living artist to reach number one in the Billboard 200 album charts – breaking his own record in the process. His 1962 hit ‘(I Left My Heart) In San Francisco’ earned Bennett the first two of what would ultimately be 20 Grammy awards across his career, including a lifetime achievement accolade. He will also be remembered for a string of other hits, including ‘The Way You Look Tonight’ and ‘Body and Soul’ – both of which became 20th century pop standards. Frank Sinatra, who was Bennett’s childhood idol, described him in a 1965 interview with Life magazine as “the best singer in the business.” Sinatra added: “He excites me when I watch him. He moves me. He’s the singer who gets across what the composer has in mind, and probably a little more.” Bennett’s age throughout the latter part of his career was not a barrier to his creativity. He was in his late 80s when he recorded a duet album with American pop star Lady Gaga, and also collaborated with the likes of Aretha Franklin, Paul McCartney, Willie Nelson and U2’s frontman Bono. A 2011 duet with the late English singer Amy Winehouse was the final song she recorded before her death. The veteran singer, a lifelong Democrat, was also a strong supporter of the civil rights movement in the United States, and refused invitations to perform in South Africa during apartheid. He was drafted into the US Army in the final stages of World War II in November 1944, and in March 1945 fought on the front line as US forces moved through France and into Germany. Soon after his 90th birthday, Bennett told the New York Times: “I could have retired 16 years ago, but I just love what I’m doing.” He performed his final concert in New York’s Radio City Music Hall on August 5, 2021 alongside Lady Gaga – six years after his Alzheimer’s diagnosis. |
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