Note: According to Neil Postman, our society has become saturated with information, leading to a state of meaningless abundance where we are unable to discern what is truly significant or irrelevant, resulting in a lack of understanding about what matters most. This glut of information can ultimately lead to a disorientation and disconnection from the world around us, causing us to lose touch with meaningful experiences and relationships.
This news digest offers a concise summary of the key stories, trends, and insights from both mainstream and alternative media sources, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the current state of affairs across various information landscapes. By covering a broad range of topics and perspectives, this digest aims to inform, educate, and inspire readers to stay ahead of the curve in today's rapidly changing world.
Mainstream Media Insights
Note: It is essential to remain critical of what you read in mainstream media because it presents a filtered reality that reflects the vision of the anointed - those who claim to have the solutions to society's problems. By questioning and verifying information, readers can cut through the spin and gain a more accurate understanding of the world, rather than relying on a one-sided narrative.
There is a bomb on the Paris Halts trains.
The bomb was found near the tracks north of the French capital and was successfully disarmed by the police.
Source: New York Times
The Canada talk of Trump was seen as serious.
In an early February call, President Trump challenged the border treaty between the two countries and told Trudeau he didn't like their shared water agreements.
Source: New York Times
A group of German court convicts plotted to kill a health official.
The defendants wanted to give power to an all-powerful Kaiser in order to restore a 19th-century Constitution.
Source: New York Times
Fired federal workers face a difficult job market.
Wayan Vota was laid off from his company at the end of January. The Substack newsletter was started to help international development professionals.
Source: New York Times
More than 140 Assad loyalists were killed by the Syrian security forces.
There was smoke near a road in Latakia, Syria, on Friday, due to fighting between Syrian security forces and fighters loyal to former President Bashar al-Assad.
Source: New York Times
The stock market is heading for the worst week in months.
The effects of tariffs on America's largest trading partners are worrying investors.
Source: New York Times
She was taken on a trip to Pakistan by her father.
She thought she was going on a vacation when she was pulled out of school. Her death is being investigated as an honor killing.
Source: New York Times
Linda McMahon is the Secretary of the Department of Education.
Linda McMahon said that President Trump was going to sign an executive order to close her department. Congress must approve the agency's closing.
Source: New York Times
Russian attacked Ukrainian power and gas facilities.
The United States said it was suspending intelligence sharing with Ukraine.
Source: New York Times
What we know about the fighting in Syria.
In a serious challenge to the country's new rulers, at least 70 people have been killed in clashes between government forces and gunmen loyal to the Assad regime.
Source: New York Times
Here is what it would take for Europe to defend itself.
Replacing what the Americans do for the NATO alliance would take money, personnel, time and cooperation. None of those are easy.
Source: New York Times
The Familiarity of the Pope is agonizing.
Clergy and laity have been praying for Pope Francis, who has been hospitalized for three weeks.
Source: New York Times
War heroes and military firsts are some of the images flagged for removal in the Pentagon's diversity purge.
The Enola Gay aircraft that dropped an atomic bomb on Japan, and the first women to pass Marine infantry training, are among the references to World War II Medal of Honor recipients that have been marked for deletion as the Defense Department works to purge diversity, equity and inclusion content.
Source: military.com
The Electric State is better than you think.
There is a huge film series problem. Love is Blind to Squid Game can be TV franchises that keep fans coming back, but replicating the blockbuster movie has always remained elusive. Rian Johnson has found a footing with the most recent Knives Out movie, but it wasn't enough to get Army of the Dead and Rebel Moon off the ground. I was wary when the streamer announced that The Electric State would be directed by Joe and Anthony Russo, who had previously worked with the streamer on The Gray Man. The first-look images were confirmation that the film would seemingly be unfaithful to the original book, and I was cited in the movie's Wikipedia page as someone who expressed concerns. The Electric State looks like a lot of other sci-fi action movies, with flat lighting and crowd-pleasing shot composition. It is rare for a movie with a similar standing to have originality. There are moments of genuine pathos in this movie....
Source: Inverse
There are photos of the week.
A caretaking humanoid robot in Japan, prayers for Pope Francis in Brazil, the Royal Shrovetide Football Match in England, a polar-bear-plunge record attempt in the Czech Republic, and much more.
Source: The Atlantic
Climate change could make allergy season more severe.
According to a new report from Climate Central, rising global temperatures are extending allergy season, leading to more pollen and stronger allergic reactions. Warmer weather gives plants more time to grow and release allergens. Climate change is affecting allergy sufferers and what to expect this year, according to environmental health expert Louis Ziska.
Source: CBS News
The Russo Brothers turned a post apocalyptic picture book into a car.
It seems that illustrated novels are having a hard time being adapted for the silver screen. It has only been a few months since the last ill-fated outing, "Here," in which author Richard McGuire's profound rumination on time, space and humanity was re-envisioned as a schmaltz-fest. Unfortunately, this is also the case.
Source: Variety
Director Grace Glowicki pulled off the Grotesque Indie Romance with Dollar Store Lights, Kiddie Pools and a single zoom lens.
An idea for a movie can come from anything, from a song to a painting to a sandwich. In the case of "Dead Lover," a lonely gravedigger who reanimates her filthy beau using only his detached finger, is a film power couple.
Source: Variety
The electric version of the MC20 was killed by Maserati.
Electric motors are better than internal combustion engines in many ways. They don't waste most of the energy you put into them, they're easy to control, and they make huge amounts of Torque almost instantly. The electric version of BMW's 430i and i4 was easier to drive in traffic and more responsive on a road. Electric wins. It seems like it is at the very high end. Even though electric motor cars can pack a punch, people are not interested in them. The all-electric version of the MC20 was canceled by Maserati. The MC20 was launched in 2020....
Source: arstechnica
A guide to Lady Gaga's song "Mayhem".
In any art form, the words influence and reference are closely related, and are often an act of love, an acknowledgement, and a knowing wink to fans. Barbara Kingsolver's re-invention is dependent on whether it's the deep references to his favorite martial- arts films or not.
Source: Variety
The true state of our union was revealed by Trump's use of humor.
Comedy is used in politics to engage audiences and make complex issues more relevant. In this long history, President Trump's address to Congress Tuesday night was remarkably different. I reviewed the last 30 presidential addresses to joint sessions of Congress for their use of humor and found major shifts in how Trump used humor. In this week's joint address, Trump used dire warnings about life in America with a high number of jokes. He made jabs at Democrats, made sarcastic comments about the economy, and bragged about his accomplishments. Despite framing the current state of the nation as one of unprecedented crisis, he injected humor at a rate far exceeding not only his own history but also that of other past presidents. In total, Trump made 21 jokes throughout his speech, compared to 24 jokes in his first term. He made 2.2 jokes per thousand words, the highest rate of any president in the last 29 years....
Source: The Hill
Alternative Media Insights
Note: As we venture into the realm of alternative media reporting, it is essential to acknowledge that not all sources are created equal. While some outlets offer crucial counter-narratives and insights, others pose a significant risk of misinformation, perpetuating controlled opposition or serving as wolves in sheep's clothing, intent on misleading their audience with agendas designed to confuse rather than inform.
@DrTenPenny on Telegram
During the final months of the Biden administration, the National Institutes of Health awarded $28 million to a mysterious venture-backed company called Vaccine Company Inc., whose chief financial officer happens to be one of former president Joe Biden's top COVID advisers. The grant from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health doesn't pass the smell test. The Vaccine Company has left virtually no public footprint showing what it has done with the taxpayer funds, which the Biden administration didled out to a seemingly random post office box in Maryland. In a letter to the Health and Human Services Secretary late Tuesday, she urged him to investigate why the Biden administration awarded millions of taxpayer dollars to the mysterious firm and to consider clawing back any portion of the reward that remains unspent. There are links to this story.
Source: Telegram
@DoctorMercola on Telegram
Birth procedures have been seen as a pivotal moment in history, setting the stage for life. Like the over-medicalization of death, childbirth has shifted from being a natural process to one heavily managed by medical professionals. In high-risk cases, hospitals are crucial and not all births can avoid them. The dangerous aspects of medical intervention need to be mitigated. There are valid points to be found in both hospital births and home births, but it's rare to hear both sides presented fairly. You can learn more:
Source: Telegram
@LauraAbolichannel on Telegram
Pizzagate, the Podesta emails and Art collection, the $65,000 in hot dogs flown into the White House party, and the sick James Alefantis account were all pilloried by Joe Rogan and Ian Carroll. Laura Aboli has a channel.
Source: Telegram
@LauraAbolichannel on Telegram
Trump signs an executive order creating a "Strategic Bitcoins Reserve" with the federal government already owning it. The government will not acquire additional assets for the Stockpile beyond those obtained through forfeiture proceedings. After the news, the price of the virtual currency dropped hard. The Laura Aboli Channel can be found at: http://www.disclose.tv/id/o475o8mt6y
Source: Telegram
@DrTenPenny on Telegram
The FDA Director is on track for a Senate confirmation after Dr. Marty Makary had a great confirmation yesterday. Makary claimed that poison will be removed from our food. Regulatory agencies will be cleaned up. Big pharma will no longer have control over the FDA. Public health comes before profits. He has been critical of the jabs. He speaks about the trials in pregnant women. Someone like this running the FDA is a breath of fresh air....
Source: Telegram
@robinmg on Telegram
The UK Government has declared a day of reflection. Join us in London this Sunday to confront the truths they have sought to bury. We gather to honor the lives lost by the government's emergency measures. We are in solidarity with the injured and the silenced. This is a call to remember, to resist, and to seek justice for all who have suffered in the shadows of the government's deciet. 1 pm Sunday, March 9th atRichmond Terrace, Whitehall, London.
Source: Telegram
@SGTnewsNetwork on Telegram
President Trump has had $1 trillion of new investment pledged. The last time steel and aluminum tariffs were in place, we had billions of dollars of investment. I don't think there's uncertainty. The uncertainty is caused by the fact that people don't take President Trump's word. Join@SGTnewsNetwork and follow Truth Social.
Source: Telegram
@LauraAbolichannel on Telegram
Zelensky thanks the EU globalists for blocking peace. Zelensky is cheering on the European globalists who are doing everything in their power to keep the war going. The leader of Ukraine thanked European leaders for pushing the war. The EU is pouring billions of dollars into the conflict in order to keep it going.
Source: Telegram
@LauraAbolichannel on Telegram
The UK Government has declared a day of reflection. Every life lost and shattered by the government's emergency measures will be honoured this Sunday. We are in solidarity with the injured and the silenced. This is a call to remember, to resist, and to seek justice for all who have suffered in the shadows of the government's deciet. 1 pm Sunday 9th March is atRichmond Terrace, Whitehall.
Source: Telegram
@robinmg on Telegram
The Measles Protocol: Should kids be put on ventilators? Pandemics are no exception. Thousands of people were killed by ventilators. The final push in Fauci's COVID-19 protocols forced people to an early grave. There are unconfirmed reports of similar protocols being used for the treatment of those hospitalized with the disease in Texas. Polly Tommey said that this could be similar to the case of the measles. The entire episode of Good Morning CHD can be watched on CHDTV.
Source: Telegram
@SGTnewsNetwork on Telegram
Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks believes that Mexico is putting a lot of their troops on the southern border to prevent illegal immigrants from crossing. A huge victory for the American people. Join@SGTnewsNetwork and follow Truth Social.
Source: Telegram
@Absolute1776 on Telegram
Linda McMahon said Friday that President Trump is moving forward with an executive order to dismantle the Education Department. I don't want to get ahead of the President if he signs it today. I think you will have to check with the White House, but I think he will sign the order. McMahon told "Fox & Friends" that he made it clear when he was running for president that this was his intent. A draft order obtained by multiple outlets instructs McMahon to dismantle the department but acknowledges that an act of Congress would be needed to completely abolish the agency. McMahon said it would be up to the states if the federal agency went away. She said it was up to the governors. You can read it in XPOST....
Source: Telegram
@DrTenPenny on Telegram
Donald Trump promised to seize the Panama Canal on the first day of his presidency. The US president declared in his inaugural address that they were taking it back. Within weeks, Larry Fink was talking to the White House. According to people familiar with the discussion, his company was interested in buying the ports on either side of the waterway. There would be no need for the US to take the canal by force. Trump was aware of the deal before it was announced on Tuesday. Both he and top members of his administration were briefed by Larry Fink. A person familiar with the matter said Goldman Sachs helped oversee a quick and informal sale process that secured interest from several of the world's largest infrastructure investors....
Source: Telegram
@infowars_channel on Telegram
The Golden Age of America has begun. Over the past six weeks, our Administration has delivered on its promises, always putting America first. With my Cabinet in place, I have instructed the Secretaries and Leadership to work with DOGE on cost cutting measures and Staffing. The Secretaries can be very precise as to who will remain and who will go as they learn more about the people working for the various departments. The combination of them will be able to do things at a historic level. We just had a meeting with most of the Secretaries, and it was positive. It is important to cut levels to where they should be, but it is also important to keep the best and most productive people. We will have these meetings every two weeks until that part of the job is done....
Source: Telegram
@SGTnewsNetwork on Telegram
The DHS has just ended collective bargaining. According to the DHS, the TSA had more people doing full-time union work than actually performing security functions. More than half of poor performers were allowed to stay employed. Join@SGTnewsNetwork and follow Truth Social.
Source: Telegram
@LauraAbolichannel on Telegram
The House Democratic leadership are upset with their own members for disrupting President Trump's address, leading to one being removed and censured. The members got chewed out. According to Axios, leadership isFRONTING their members who disrupted. Hakeem Jeffries wanted members not to make their own story of the night. Laura Aboli has a channel.
Source: Telegram
@davidavocadowolfe on Telegram
Castro is going to step down on Sunday, but he is still talking about his negotiations with Trump. The Canazuela elections are called off for another year if a Tariff War is not declared. Join Davidavocadowolfe.
Source: Telegram
@SGTnewsNetwork on Telegram
The U.S. gained 10k manufacturing jobs in the first month of the new president's term. The company just announced an investment in domestic manufacturing. Under President Trump, Made In America is a reality. Join@SGTnewsNetwork and follow Truth Social.
Source: Telegram
@LauraAbolichannel on Telegram
Clin Georgescu will file his candidacy for the presidency of Romania at 4PM today. He is a key player for all of Europe, which is under heavy fire from globalist puppets pushing us into WWIII.
Source: Telegram
@gatewaypunditofficial on Telegram
Hank Johnson said, "We are not Suited Intellectually to Do it Anymore."
Source: Telegram
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President Donald J. Trump is considering large-scale banking sanctions, tariffs, and other penalties on Russia. Trump wants an immediate ceasefire and a final peace agreement. It's too late for Russia and Ukraine to negotiate. Will Russia accept the deal or keep pushing? Join@SGTnewsNetwork and follow Truth Social.
Source: Telegram
News from Russia
NOTE: By giving readers a glimpse into the Russian narrative, this section strives to humanize the country and its people, revealing that there is more to Russia than the sensationalized headlines and simplistic caricatures that frequently dominate Western news cycles. This nuanced perspective enables European readers to better understand Russia's complexities, interests, and concerns, ultimately fostering a more informed and balanced discourse on international relations and global affairs.
The media says that Trump considers Ukraine a pawn.
The current administration has come to realize that the liberal world order was sustained solely by American military might and that US residents no longer want to pay other people's bills.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
The Foreign Ministry of Russia is alarmed by the situation in Syria.
Maria Zakharova stressed that Russia urges all influential Syrian leaders who can affect the situation on the ground to make every effort to end the bloodshed as soon as possible and prevent civilian casualties.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
Without US support, EU defense inventories may run out in weeks.
The agency emphasizes that Europe is heavily reliant on the United States for communications, intelligence, logistics, as well as strategic military guidance and firepower within NATO.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
The plan to attend the Victory Parade in Moscow was confirmed in a phone call with Putin.
In a phone call, the two leaders discussed political cooperation and the need for more intergovernmental work to restore bilateral trade and boost economic ties between their countries.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
Turkey supports the idea of a ceasefire.
According to the Turkish leader, his country's efforts toward an agreement regulating safe navigation in the Black Sea are in compliance with the European Union's approaches to resolving the Ukrainian crisis.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
Moscow signed a $248 million contract to buy engines for Indian tanks.
The transfer of technology from Rosoboronexport to Armoured Vehicles Nigam limited for integration and subsequent licensed production of engines is included in the deal.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
The curfew in Latakia province is extended until Saturday morning.
The units of the army under the control of the new Syrian authorities said they took control of the city of Latakia, removing armed supporters of Assad, and began clearing settlements in the province.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
Foreign players may be behind attacks on ships.
According to the report, at least four tanker and one cargo ship have experienced damage consistent with naval mines.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
The OPEC+ recommends its detractors on oil output cuts to speed up compensations.
Alexander Novak said that all countries of the alliance must fulfill their obligations in full in accordance with the agreements reached.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
A Serbian army unit will participate in a parade in Moscow on May 9.
The celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's Victory in the Great Patriotic War will be held in Moscow.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
Zimbabwe will try to expand economic ties between Russia and Africa.
The Delovaya Rossiya (Business Russia) Association and Zimbabwe's Trade Development and Promotion Organization signed a Memorandum of Understanding after the Moscow event.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
The curfew is extended until Saturday morning.
The measure was explained by security considerations.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
Russian President Putin supports Republika Srpska leader Dodik.
Milorad Dodik was sentenced to one year in prison and was banned from politics for six years.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
European lawmaker warns of provocations in Ukranian to convince Europe to arm them.
The French president's proposal to send European troops to Ukraine was a demonstration of the failure of a loser, according to Roberto Vannacci.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
British will have to return to Russia.
Russia now has every reason to respond in a similar way and seize British property located in our country, according to the Speaker of the Russian State Duma.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
Dialogue with Russia is essential to resolve the conflict.
"We must not think only in military terms, which is only a part of the issue, but also use diplomacy."
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
The Ukrainians are not happy with the rare-earths deal.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that Vladimir Zelensky had promised the US administration several times that he would sign the deal.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
The White House says the US has the potential to impose sanctions on Russia.
Kevin Hassett, director of the US National Economic Council, refused to name the companies that may be targeted.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
The army of Syria seizes control of Tartus.
A large number of former regime fighters have been eliminated by security forces.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
If there is a market imbalance, the organization is ready to reduce output again.
The minister pointed out that the market already took into account the possibility of increasing oil production by the countries in the group.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
Russia-Serbia relations will be further strengthened.
The parties are committed to further strengthen the Russian-Serbian strategic partnership, which is based on the spiritual, cultural, and historical ties between their peoples.
Source: TASS Russian News Agency
