Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama portrayed former Rep. from Hawaii Tulsi Gabbard as a traitor and a Putin puppet after she risked her life in service of her country. Tulsi bucked them on war. She addressed that with Tucker Carlson during a recent interview. “I had the audacity to go against them to challenge the […] The post Tulsi Explains Who She Thinks Is Running the White House appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

On Sunday‚ CBS News’ Sharyn Alfonsi interviewed Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador during ’60 Minutes’. Obrador blamed the US for the fentanyl crisis‚ saying most of the fentanyl is created in the US. He also said he’d help with illegal immigration if his demands were met. Obrador repeated his demands from January. He is […] The post AMLO Will Slow Immigration If His Extortion Works appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

NBC News released a statement on Tuesday afternoon announcing that former Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel is out at the network just days after the company announced that they had hired her to be a contributor. NBC News Chairman Cesar Conde made the announcement in a memo to employees after multiple on-air hosts at MSNBC lashed out at the company during their news shows. “There is no doubt that the last several days have been difficult for the News Group. After listening to the legitimate concerns of many of you‚ I have decided that Ronna McDaniel will not be an NBC News contributor‚” he said. “No organization‚ particularly a newsroom‚ can succeed unless it is cohesive and aligned. Over the last few days‚ it has become clear that this appointment undermines that goal.” “I want to personally apologize to our team members who felt we let them down. While this was a collective recommendation by some members of our leadership team‚ I approved it and take full responsibility for it‚” he continued. “Our initial decision was made because of our deep commitment to presenting our audiences with a widely diverse set of viewpoints and experiences‚ particularly during these consequential times.” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP Conde said that the network was committed to its “principle that we must have diverse viewpoints on our programs‚” which means that they will “redouble” their efforts to “seek voices that represent different parts of the political spectrum.” The problems at NBC News created additional problems for McDaniel as Creative Artists Agency‚ the Hollywood talent agency that negotiated her deal‚ ended its relationship with her‚ according to The Hollywood Reporter. McDaniel is now focused exploring her legal options following her termination from the network. Related: NBC News To Fire Former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel After On-Air Hosts Revolt

An attorney for rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs responded to the federal government’s raid on two of his client’s homes this week by claiming that the government used too much “force.” Agents with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) descended upon Combs’ homes in Los Angeles and Miami on Monday as part of a federal criminal investigation into allegations related to sex trafficking‚ sexual assault‚ and the solicitation and distribution of illegal narcotics and firearms‚ NBC News reported. “Yesterday‚ there was a gross overuse of military-level force as search warrants were executed at Mr. Combs’ residences‚” said attorney Aaron Dyer. “There is no excuse for the excessive show of force and hostility exhibited by authorities or the way his children and employees were treated. Mr. Combs was never detained but spoke to and cooperated with authorities. Despite media speculation‚ neither Mr. Combs nor any of his family members have been arrested nor has their ability to travel been restricted in any way.” Dyer called the raid an “unprecedented ambush” — even though federal law enforcement routinely conducts raids with a show of force — and lambasted what he claimed was “an advanced‚ coordinated media presence” that he says has led the public to make premature judgements about his client. He said that the raid was a “witch hunt based on meritless accusations made in civil lawsuits.” “There has been no finding of criminal or civil liability with any of these allegations‚” he said. “Mr. Combs is innocent and will continue to fight every single day to clear his name.” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP DHS released a statement late on Monday following the raids confirming the law enforcement action without disclosing any further details. “Earlier today‚ Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New York executed law enforcement actions as part of an ongoing investigation‚ with assistance from HSI Los Angeles‚ HSI Miami‚ and our local law enforcement partners‚” the statement said. “We will provide further information as it becomes available.”

Six construction workers who were filling potholes on the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore when a container ship rammed into one of its supports are presumed dead. Jeffrey Pritzker‚ executive vice president of Brawner Builders‚ told NBC News that the six individuals‚ who were not named‚ are presumed to have died from the accident. The crew was working in the middle of the bridge when the ship struck‚ causing the bridge to collapse. The bodies of the six workers have not been recovered. “This was so completely unforeseen‚” Pritzker said. “We don’t know what else to say. We take such great pride in safety‚ and we have cones and signs and lights and barriers and flaggers.” Jesus Campos‚ who has worked on the bridge for the company‚ said that he knew some of the members of the crew. He said that they were on a break sitting in their trucks when the ship hit. “I know that a month ago‚ I was there‚ and I know what it feels like when the trailers pass‚” Campos said. “Imagine knowing that is falling. It is so hard. One would not know what to do.” Investigators have said that all initial signs point to the crash as an accident and that there is not any proof that terrorism was involved. CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP The ship issued a mayday warning just shortly before the crash‚ which allowed officials to stop traffic from crossing onto the bridge before it was struck. Earlier in the day‚ Baltimore Fire Chief James Wallace said two people were rescued from the water; one person was unharmed‚ while the second was rushed to the hospital in serious condition. Six missing construction workers are presumed dead by their employer after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed in Baltimore early Tuesday. Here’s what else we know about the incident. pic.twitter.com/nHDx8SGQxr — The Associated Press (@AP) March 26‚ 2024 Top officials from across the U.S. have offered assistance to help fix the situation. President Joe Biden said that the federal government would pay the entire cost to fix the bridge. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said that he directed the Florida Division of Emergency Management to “offer assistance to the State of Maryland‚ if needed‚ following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.” I have directed @FLSERT to offer assistance to the State of Maryland‚ if needed‚ following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The State of Florida stands willing to help and our prayers are with the victims and first responders. — Ron DeSantis (@GovRonDeSantis) March 26‚ 2024

In the tapestry of time‚ the alignment of celestial bodies orchestrates not only natural phenomena but also the timing of our cherished religious celebrations. The lunar rhythms influence the 2024 celebrations of Easter‚ Passover‚ Ramadan‚ and Holi‚ posing both challenges and curiosity for observers around the world. Let’s explore the intricate cosmic dance that determines the dates of these events and find out what makes them change so frequently. Why is Easter early‚ but Passover late? In the Christian calendar‚ Easter marks the resuscitation of Jesus Christ. It takes place on the first Sunday after the Paschal Full Moon‚ close to the vernal equinox. This year‚ on March 31st‚ Easter arrives‚ nearly two weeks earlier than last year‚ illuminating the faithful with its significance. According to the U.S. Census Bureau‚ 2024 marks the first year in almost a decade that Easter will not be celebrated in April. On the other hand‚ the Jewish holiday of Passover begins on April 22nd‚ which is more than two weeks later than in 2023. The dates of Passover‚ which are determined by the Hebrew calendar‚ represent the journey to liberation since they coincide with the phases of the moon. The lunisolar calendar: the interplay between time and tradition The Farmers’ Almanac explains that at the heart of these shifting dates lies the concept of the lunisolar calendar. Thanks to this ancient method‚ which coordinates the phases of the moon and sun‚ “movable feasts” came into being. Every holiday finds its beat in this cosmic dance‚ from Easter’s Paschal Full Moon to Passover’s lunar embrace. Ramadan’s sacred observance and Holi’s vibrant palette The Hindu festival of Holi is a colorful extravaganza that marks the beginning of spring. Holi is a two-day celebration of rebirth and joy that is governed by the Phalguna calendar. In the meanwhile‚ Muslims begin the holy month of Ramadan when they see the new crescent moon. The holy month of Ramadan‚ which follows the Islamic year (Hijri)‚ is a time for worship‚ introspection‚ and charity. Fasting and prayer during the holy month of Ramadan (March 10–April 9) this year is an opportunity for personal and social renewal. Tracing tradition through time A complex web of history and customs emerges when we study these astronomical calendars. Every astronomical event‚ from the soft sway of the Paschal Full Moon on Easter to the solemn vigil of the lunar crescent during Ramadan‚ is an invitation to pause‚ contemplate‚ and celebrate the variety of our shared heritage. The moon gracefully shapes our religious observances as it emerges as a quiet guide in the delicate dance of time. While we go through the tides of holiday dates‚ let us appreciate the grace of this heavenly dance.   The post Why is Easter so early this year? Exploring the moon’s impact on Easter‚ Passover‚ and more first appeared on The Optimist Daily: Making Solutions the News.

As Brazil deals with a steady increase in dengue fever incidence‚ novel strategies to control the spread of this viral disease are emerging. With climate change and mutating virus subtypes worsening the situation‚ health officials are employing novel strategies to curb the stream of infections. One such method is the introduction of Wolbachia-infected mosquitos‚ which represents a promising avenue in the fight against dengue. The approach: Wolbachia-infected mosquitos The Wolbachia technique‚ named for a type of bacteria found in approximately 60 percent of insects but is not naturally present in Aedes aegypti‚ uses microorganisms to inhibit disease transmission‚ and has gained popularity as a preventative measure against dengue. Ethel Maciel‚ Secretary for Health Surveillance at Brazil’s health ministry‚ emphasizes the significance of adopting modern technologies as dengue patterns change‚ adding‚ “Our strategies are old and heavily focused on vector control.” A researcher at Fiocruz who is in charge of the NGO World Mosquito Program (WMP) in Brazil‚ Luciano Moreira‚ says‚ “We have a list of more than 50 municipalities that have got in touch requesting [‘wolbitos’].” This highlights the potential of Wolbachia intervention.  Scaling up the Wolbachia intervention After showing promise in five Brazilian cities‚ the Wolbachia approach is set to expand to six more municipalities‚ covering approximately 1.7 million people. Moreira emphasizes the method’s scalability and effectiveness: “Our projections show that within 10 years‚ we will be able to protect around 70 million Brazilians across various cities.” BTS: mosquito breeding and monitoring The Wolbachia program revolves around the systematic raising and monitoring of Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes. With a look back‚ the project’s supervisor Cátia Cabral says‚ “We started off in a tiny room… And now we have these big rearing cages which can hold 32‚000 mosquitoes.” When asked about the project’s importance‚ Cabral said‚ “Our biggest bottleneck right now is the production of mosquitoes.” Niterói’s success story with Wolbachia Niterói‚ a city in Brazil‚ exemplifies the effectiveness of Wolbachia intervention. The city’s mayor‚ Axel Grael‚ owes the success to the Wolbachia method‚ citing significant reductions in dengue infections despite nearby regions experiencing major epidemics. he says‚ “There is no doubt that the application of the Wolbachia strategy has been decisive for our results.” Moreira emphasizes the importance of Wolbachia deployment‚ noting that a 2021 study linked the deployment of Wolbachia-infected mosquitoes in Niterói with a 69 percent decrease in dengue. Future outlook: increasing production and impact With demand for Wolbachia-infected mosquitos on the rise‚ strategies are being developed to increase production. Moreira emphasized the revolutionary potential of this effort‚ adding‚ “Our projections show that within 10 years‚ we will be able to protect around 70 million Brazilians across various cities.” A new mosquito-breeding center set to open in 2025 seeks to increase output tenfold‚ assuring a consistent supply of insects for intervention programs. Hope for dengue control Despite the problems created by dengue outbreaks‚ Brazil’s use of Wolbachia-infected mosquitos provides a ray of optimism. Communities may lessen the burden of this severe disease by developing innovative solutions and taking preventive actions. Brazil is breaking new ground in dengue control‚ and the prospect of a healthier‚ more resilient future looms.The post Brazil’s inventive response: using Wolbachia mosquitoes to combat dengue outbreaks first appeared on The Optimist Daily: Making Solutions the News.

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