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offsite link Alternative Copy of thesaker.is site is available Thu May 25, 2023 14:38 | Ice-Saker-V6bKu3nz
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offsite link The Saker blog is now frozen Tue Feb 28, 2023 23:55 | The Saker
Dear friends As I have previously announced, we are now “freezing” the blog.? We are also making archives of the blog available for free download in various formats (see below).?

offsite link What do you make of the Russia and China Partnership? Tue Feb 28, 2023 16:26 | The Saker
by Mr. Allen for the Saker blog Over the last few years, we hear leaders from both Russia and China pronouncing that they have formed a relationship where there are

offsite link Moveable Feast Cafe 2023/02/27 ? Open Thread Mon Feb 27, 2023 19:00 | cafe-uploader
2023/02/27 19:00:02Welcome to the ‘Moveable Feast Cafe’. The ‘Moveable Feast’ is an open thread where readers can post wide ranging observations, articles, rants, off topic and have animate discussions of

offsite link The stage is set for Hybrid World War III Mon Feb 27, 2023 15:50 | The Saker
Pepe Escobar for the Saker blog A powerful feeling rhythms your skin and drums up your soul as you?re immersed in a long walk under persistent snow flurries, pinpointed by

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Public Inquiry
Interested in maladministration. Estd. 2005

offsite link RTEs Sarah McInerney ? Fianna Fail?supporter? Anthony

offsite link Joe Duffy is dishonest and untrustworthy Anthony

offsite link Robert Watt complaint: Time for decision by SIPO Anthony

offsite link RTE in breach of its own editorial principles Anthony

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The Daily Sceptic

offsite link Why Did Excess Deaths Not Drop After Covid? Tue Dec 17, 2024 07:00 | Nick Rendell
In 2020 Asian countries were praised for their pandemic response. But since 2021 they've seen soaring death rates, while the UK is still running hot. Why did deaths not drop once the 'pandemic' was over, asks Nick Rendell.
The post Why Did Excess Deaths Not Drop After Covid? appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.

offsite link News Round-Up Tue Dec 17, 2024 00:53 | Richard Eldred
A summary of the most interesting stories in the past 24 hours that challenge the prevailing orthodoxy about the ?climate emergency?, public health ?crises? and the supposed moral defects of Western civilisation.
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offsite link Lucy Letby?s Lawyers Say They Have ?New Evidence? that ?Significantly? Undermines Her Convictions Af... Mon Dec 16, 2024 20:00 | Will Jones
Lucy Letby?s lawyers have said they have new evidence that "significantly" undermines her convictions after a key medical witness changed his mind about three baby deaths. They urge the Court of Appeal to reopen the case.
The post Lucy Letby’s Lawyers Say They Have “New Evidence” that “Significantly” Undermines Her Convictions After Key Expert Witness “Changes his Mind” on Three Baby Deaths appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.

offsite link Nigel Farage Milkshake Attacker Spared Jail ? By the Same Judge Who Imprisoned a Police Officer for ... Mon Dec 16, 2024 18:00 | Laurie Wastell
Nigel Farage's milkshake attacker has been spared jail in a ruling by the same judge, Tan Ikram, who jailed a police officer for a WhatsApp message but let off the 'punch a TERF' trans activist and the 'paraglider girls'.
The post Nigel Farage Milkshake Attacker Spared Jail ? By the Same Judge Who Imprisoned a Police Officer for a WhatsApp Message appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.

offsite link What?s the Point of Private Eye? Mon Dec 16, 2024 16:22 | David Craig
What exactly is the point of Private Eye? On the biggest stories of our time ? the 'climate crisis', Covid origins, mRNA vaccines ? it has taken an unswervingly establishment line, says David Craig. Is the BBC to blame?
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national / miscellaneous / press release Friday November 06, 2009 12:03 by paul dunphy
This Christmas you can give a truly great gift with Oxfam Ireland, by choosing your presents from its exciting new Christmas catalogue Unwrapped.
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national / eu / press release Friday November 06, 2009 10:26 by Republican Sinn Féin
The Czech Republic’s ratification of the Lisbon Treaty on November 3, paving the way for its adoption as EU law does not mark the end of history. The principles of upon which the campaign against the Lisbon Treaty was fought are timeless and will hold true as long as the human race exists. read full story / add a comment
national / anti-capitalism / press release Thursday November 05, 2009 23:56 by Saoirse
Statement by the Vice President of Republican Sinn Féin Des Dalton read full story / add a comment
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national / animal rights / press release Thursday November 05, 2009 16:15 by Bernie Barrett   image 2 images

Badgerwatch (Ireland) is calling on Environment Minister, Mr. John Gormley, for an immediate halt to the killing of badgers for their alleged role in the spread of bovine TB.

Latest figures released by the Department of Agriculture (DAFF) shows that almost 7,000 badgers were slaughtered by Department trappers in 2008.

Ironically, close on 30,000 ’reactor’ cattle failed to pass the TB skin test for the same period indicating a rise in TB levels over the previous six years.

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cork / crime and justice / press release Thursday November 05, 2009 13:04 by Blissett   text 2 comments (last - thursday november 05, 2009 19:52)
Ógra Shinn Féin in Cork have responded to the growing drugs crisis in the city, with seven drug related deaths in recen months, by launching a New anti-drugs campaign.

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international / anti-war / imperialism / press release Thursday November 05, 2009 00:09 by Solidarity   text 4 comments (last - wednesday september 29, 2010 11:57)
Jesuit priest Bill Bischel, one of those arrested, attended court appearances of both Pitstop Ploughshares in Dublin and Raytheon 9 in Derry. read full story / add a comment
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international / rights, freedoms and repression / press release Wednesday November 04, 2009 17:52 by Mbarka   image 1 image
The human rights activist Brahim Dahane, human rights defenders in Western Sahara, is this year's winner of the Swedish Government's Per Anger award. read full story / add a comment
national / miscellaneous / press release Wednesday November 04, 2009 17:17 by CFAD
CONCERNED FAMILIES AGAINST DRUGS (CFAD) was established in September, 2008 as a community-based, radical and campaigning pressure group. In response to growing problem of young people involved in drug abuse and associated criminality in the Ardoyne area of North Belfast. We consist of local parents, residents and community activists committed to addressing the scourge of drugs and building a safer community. Our aim is to tackle drug dealers, through an effective anti-drug campaign and raising awareness about the dangers of drugs. Since our foundation, CFAD has provided a focus to reduce the availability of drugs. With a series of protests, exposures and of course political and community lobbying.
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dublin / rights, freedoms and repression / press release Wednesday November 04, 2009 16:03 by People Before Profit
Cllrs Richard Boyd Barrett and Hugh Lewis of the People Before Profit Alliance (PBPA) have submitted over 80 motions (see attached) to radically amend the new Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown draft County Development Plan 2010-2016 for a seies of special Council meetings on the plan that commence today (Nov 4th) at 5pm in County Hall and will continue through November. read full story / add a comment
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national / rights, freedoms and repression / press release Wednesday November 04, 2009 13:38 by Irish Republican Youth   image 1 image   video 1 video file
Ireland’s youngest Councillors Johnny McGibbon and Charlene O’Hara, the youngest MLA Daithí McKay and Ógra Shinn Féin National Organiser Barry McColgan gathered at the Felons Club in Belfast today to promote the republican youth movement’s upcoming National Congress being held in the city in less than 2 weeks from the 13 – 15 November.

The national youth event will see over 100 delegates converge in Belfast, to discuss, and debate the most pressing political issues affecting Irish youth, and plan the upcoming year for Ireland’s fastest growing, most active youth wing.

The republican youth movement will also be celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the founding of Na Fianna Éireann, and remembering the young Fians who died in Ireland’s freedom struggle by hosting a special dinner dance in the Holiday Inn on Ormeau Avenue in Belfast on Saturday 14th November. Limited tickets are still available priced at only £40.
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KUBE + OMIN present Fresh On Every Surface - Graffiti art on canvas
louth / arts and media / press release Wednesday November 04, 2009 12:36 by KUBE   image 1 image
Using such a wide range of mediums – Kube and Omin hope to visually demonstrate the essence of Graffiti art through their own styles and skills. From sketches used on past murals, to photographs of walls, to graffiti art on canvas – all facets of the artform will be displayed and will give a visual narrative to their 13 years of non-stop graffiti art exploits.
This is the first show of its kind to be held in Dundalks’ basement gallery and promises to be one of most animated and interesting uses of the space to date. read full story / add a comment
national / worker & community struggles and protests / press release Saturday October 31, 2009 23:34 by R.N.U Cill Dara - P.R.O
R.N.U Cill Dara Reject Boots Pharmaceutical Pay Cuts! read full story / add a comment
kildare / worker & community struggles and protests / press release Friday October 30, 2009 17:18 by Saoirse   text 2 comments (last - friday october 30, 2009 18:34)

Kildare Republican Sinn Féin will be supporting the protest for the Green Isle workers being held in Naas on Saturday (October 31). In a statement Kildare based Vice President Des Dalton said that a war was being waged on working people throughout Ireland.
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national / eu / press release Tuesday October 27, 2009 19:44 by Irish Socialist Network

Statement from Irish Socialist Network on Lisbon treaty result. read full story / add a comment
Declan Sweeney, Director of ReConnect Autism
national / health / disability issues / press release Tuesday October 27, 2009 09:55 by Biddy Hughes   text 1 comment (last - tuesday october 27, 2009 12:14)   image 2 images
Launching today, ReConnect Autism Consultancy and Training delivers autism consultancy and training services to parents of children on the autism spectrum that result in improved quality of life. Based in Wicklow and servicing families nationwide, ReConnect Autism recently won a Social Entrepreneurs Ireland award for the social contribution of bringing the Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) programme to Ireland. ReConnect Autism is headed up by Declan Sweeney B.Sc. ACE (Autism) who brings over 16 years experience in delivering autism services in the U.K. as well as working as a Team Leader on the U.K.’s Autism Services Accreditation Programme. Please visit www.ReConnectAutism.org for more information. read full story / add a comment
national / rights, freedoms and repression / press release Monday October 26, 2009 22:48 by Republican Network for Unity Kildare
RNU Cill Dara, Ardoyne Fianna commeration report: read full story / add a comment
national / anti-capitalism / press release Monday October 26, 2009 20:54 by Saoirse   text 1 comment (last - tuesday october 27, 2009 21:33)
The news that 26-County Finance Minister Brian Lenihan has ordered the Financial Regulator to carry out a review of the Credit Union sector should be a cause for concern. At a time when a clear and democratic alternative to the discredited and failed banking system is required more than ever the independence of the League of Credit Unions needs to be protected. read full story / add a comment
national / rights, freedoms and repression / press release Sunday October 25, 2009 18:39 by Marie O Connor
The refusal of the Minister for Health to review the practice of symphysiotomy has prompted renewed calls for an independent inquiry into the operation. This week's Feminist Open Forum in Dublin will hear new evidence showing that the pelvis-severing surgery was driven, not by medical necessity, but by religious and other considerations. read full story / add a comment
international / crime and justice / press release Saturday October 24, 2009 11:15 by Brendan Butler   text 1 comment (last - saturday october 24, 2009 13:50)
The rejoicing at the release of Sharon Commins and Hilda Kawuki must be tempered with the behind scenes in negotiations with war criminals read full story / add a comment
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