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Ribera says Trump’s tariff threat against Spain makes ‘little sense’ Competition chief said the EU must stand firm in the face of the American president’s “outbursts.”

European Commission Vice President Teresa Ribera said Donald Trump's threat to slap tariffs on Spain over its lax defense spending made "little sense" and called for the EU to stand firm against the US president's "outbursts."

He should be guillotined twice. The first time as justice for the young girls he assaulted and raped, and the second time as justice for his crimes against the US.

The problem is that the first guillotine will have to be really, really small.

Mr Peacemaker.

Oh Polly, I'm really sorry to hear this.
Serious health issues hit like a truck and it's very hard to recalibrate. ( I get it!)
Be patient. Our wonderful health system shines in these times. Sending you all the best wishes I can find. Hang in there.
One. Step. At. A. Time.
💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

I’m grateful for the patience, understanding and generosity people have shown while I’m offline, and I look forward to reconnecting as I can.

Many of us are struggling in different ways, and I’m not seeking sympathy. But illness collapses the distance between the abstract and the real. It’s a stark reminder that all the policy, argument and urgency come down to something simple - the ability to live, to connect, to be present.

A few weeks ago I couldn’t have articulated any of this. I could barely walk. Some days I still can’t talk. I can’t remember much of the last year. Remission is possible and while I don’t know if my brain will ever be the same I’m trying to show up every day.

I was hesitant to post something so personal, but anyone who works on climate, environment or social justice knows it’s impossible to separate the personal from the professional. Our work is about protecting what makes life itself beautiful and meaningful: trust, integrity, community, care.

Some, as they say, personal news from me.
After a long period of illness I’m being treated for autoimmune encephalitis, a neurological disease where the immune system attacks the brain. I’m posting this because many people here have supported my work & been a source of collaboration and inspiration.

Vic premier Jacinta Allan responds after Qld Premier David Crisafulli attempted to make a joke after a stabbing in Melbourne's CBD. This is on top of admitting last week his crime numbers were wrong. He thinks he's Batman but he's using his own metric of victims per capita instead of ABS. #qldpol

If Australians want nice things, try shunning the destructive newsrooms The latest economic update strongly endorses Labor and repudiates the media-backed Coalition.

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From independent Australia
6th October 2025

Media misuses migration statistics to promote anti-immigration rallies Media outlets have been called out by the Australian Bureau of Statistics for inflating their data ahead of anti-immigration 'March for Australia' rallies.

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From Independent Australia
28th August 2025

Yes I feel some boots might be a better option

Brethren and Pentecostal cults and the 'quid pro quo' for Australia's democracy As the links between extreme religious cults and Liberal Party politicians pile up, managing editor Michelle Pini considers the 'quid pro quo'.

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From independent Australia
26th September 2025

The $1 trillion truth: Coalition to blame for Australia’s soaring debt As gross government debt nears $1 trillion, the numbers reveal a confronting truth — most of it was racked up by Coalition governments.

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From Independent Australia
16th September 2025

Neo-nazis turn anti-immigration marches into a showcase for violence Australia’s Far-Right wasn’t just marching on 31 August — the National Socialist Network hijacked rallies nationwide, using them as displays of intimidation.

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From Independent australia
6th September 2025

Neo-Nazi leader Thomas Sewell in custody as deportation calls mount Calls grow for neo-Nazi Thomas Sewell’s deportation, but strict citizenship laws make removal unlikely.

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From independent australia
8th September 2025

Inside the Liberal Party: Where power is bought and policies sold The party claims to represent middle-class Australians, but fails even its own. A dissident's political memoir of their time in the Liberal Party.

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From independent Australia
29th August 2025

'March for Australia' is not common-sense patriotism — it’s a Nazi-led mobilisation The messaging for the viral rally is slippery and vague, but the organisers are just another restructure of the far-right.

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From Independent Australia
22nd August 2025

Global economy 'yet to feel the pain' from tariffs, European Central Bank president says "It's a question of time," Christine Lagarde said.

Global economy 'yet to feel the pain' from tariffs, European Central Bank president says www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

Opinion | Kennedy’s Comments on Circumcision Are Only Going to Confuse and Shame Parents

Opinion | Circumcision Is Controversial. Of Course Kennedy Links It to Autism. - The New York Times www.nytimes.com/2025/10/15/o...

Putin demanded Ukraine surrender key territory in call with Trump The demand from Putin would significantly disadvantage Ukraine and could be an obstacle to peace, officials said.

Putin demands Ukraine surrender Donetsk in call with Trump, officials say

The demand from Putin would significantly disadvantage Ukraine and could be an obstacle to peace, officials said.
- The Washington Post www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

WSJ site now down. Is this part of the worldwide attack on the Internet?

Trump struggles to crack tariff piggy bank The president and top White House officials have floated using tariff revenue to pay the military and support farmers. It's not that simple.

Trump struggles to crack tariff piggy bank - POLITICO www.politico.com/news/2025/10...

"In a car on the way back to Maxwell's house afterwards, Giuffre writes Maxwell told her: 'When we get home, you are to do for him what you do for Jeffrey.'
"He was friendly enough, but still entitled - as if he believed having sex with me was his birthright," she says.
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BREAKING
The @WSJ site now down

Trump trolls ‘No Kings’ protests with obscene AI video: Live updates Trump posts AI video showing him dumping brown liquid on to demonstrators after nearly 7 million took part in nationwide protests against him

Trump trolls ‘No Kings’ protests with obscene AI video and mulls invoking Insurrection Act: Live updates | The Independent www.the-independent.com/news/world/a...

Prince Andrew’s email to Epstein made Emily Maitlis feel ‘quite sick’

Prince Andrew’s email to Epstein made Emily Maitlis feel ‘quite sick’ | The Independent www.the-independent.com/bulletin/new...

Trump calls Colombian president a ‘drug leader’ and threatens US strikes U.S. president adds Colombia to list of South American countries where he’s threatening war

Trump calls Colombian president a ‘drug leader’ and threatens US will ‘close up’ country’s ‘killing fields’: ‘It won’t be done nicely’ | The Independent www.the-independent.com/news/world/a...

Ukraine war live: Trump warns Zelensky to accept Putin’s terms or be ‘destroyed’ Donald Trump expects Ukraine to surrender territory in any peace agreement

Trump warns Zelensky to accept Putin’s terms or be ‘destroyed’ | The Independent www.the-independent.com/news/world/e...