Daily Archives: February 25, 2020

2020-02-25: News Headlines

RT (2020-02-25). 'Cringeworthy' Biden attack ad ahead of South Carolina vote says Sanders didn't back Obama's 2012 run, Twitter collectively groans. rt.com Hoping to sink Democratic frontrunner Bernie Sanders ahead of the South Carolina primary, a new ad from former VP Joe Biden accused the Vermont senator of a plot to run against Obama in 2012 — but netizens had trouble buying it.

RT (2020-02-25). 'Delete his entire campaign': Bloomberg gets roasted after tweeting, then scrubbing, fake Bernie quotes praising 'despots'. rt.com Billionaire-turned-Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg has taken a severe thrashing on social media, after his campaign posted, and then deleted, fake Bernie Sanders quotes hailing alleged "despots. " | Bloomberg's social media team took aim at the Vermont senator with a series of tweets mocking his factually accurate statement that literacy in Cuba skyrocketed under Fidel Castro. | The official 'Team Bloomberg' Twitter account shot off a series of posts in which they imagined what Sanders perhaps thinks of other "famous despots." The fake quotes included flattering remarks about Stalin ("[he]…

RT (2020-02-25). 'Go back to school and look at the map!' Twitterati hammer CNN as it draws non-existent SHARED border between Germany & Italy. rt.com CNN has failed a basic geography test, putting Germany much closer to Italy than it actually is, during a report on how the EU is combatting the novel coronavirus. Netizens showed no mercy to the network's online team. | News that Germany isn't raising the alarm due to the 2019-nCoV outbreak in Italy prompted many established media to report on it, with CNN being no exception. The broadcaster's actual report cited a German foreign ministry spokeswoman who said Berlin wasn't issuing a travel warning for Italy at the moment, but their Twitter publication wasn't as accurate. | Now, you have to read carefully to s…

Tom Clifford (2020-02-25). The New Coronavirus Outbreak, COVID-19, Sounds Menacing and Is. globalresearch.ca Tom Clifford Reporting from Beijing | There is no room for complacency or outright fear. The new coronavirus outbreak, COVID-19, sounds menacing and is. But there's another viral epidemic hitting countries around the world: the flu. | COVID-19 has, since December, led …

Binoy Kampmark (2020-02-25). Viral Losses: Australian Universities, Coronavirus and Greed. counterpunch.org There are few things more richly deserved than the punishment of a profligate ruler who finds himself fending off a hungry citizenry. But such matters lie in the realm of government, elections, holding representative office. Universities, notably in Australia, are oblivious to accountability and have, over several decades, become a booming corporatocracy. Institutionally, they constitute

Santa Cruz News Network (2020-02-25). Recall Campaign Uses Darkened Photo of Councilmember Glover in Facebook Ad. indybay.org The group Santa Cruz United is running a Facebook ad that features a visibly darkened photo of Santa Cruz City Councilmember Drew Glover, who is African American. The photo has been converted to gray-scale and covered in text containing allegations of misconduct. The ad was placed to promote the recall of Councilmember Glover, as well as Councilmember Chris Krohn, who is not featured in the photo. The imagery preys on human perception through what has been termed by researchers as the "Bad is Black" effect. In 2016, Professor Adam Alter of New York University and three colleagues found the darker the appearance o…

yenisafak (2020-02-25). Meet Herman and Lundy: Handicapped puppy, disabled pigeon are best buddie. yenisafak.com An unlikely friendship formed between a pigeon and a puppy in a New York animal shelter has melted the hearts of netizens after photos of them cuddling went viral on social media platforms.The adorable pair have forged an unlikely bond at The Mia Foundation, a rescue organization that rehabilitates animals with birth defects and physical deformities, CNN reported.Lundy the Chihuahua has difficulty walking while Herman the pigeon is unable to fly likely due to a brain injury.The nonprofit's founder, Sue Rogers, decided to share unbelievably cute photos of the best pals on the organization's Facebook page."I see a…

sputniknews (2020-02-25). 'No Indoctrinated Puppet': German 'Anti-Greta Thunberg' Rises Against Climate Alarmism. sputniknews.com A young German YouTuber doesn't like to be compared to Greta Thunberg in any way, saying her vision did not develop in response to the Swedish activist, but more likely in parallel with her, sparked by her disagreement with German authorities' liberal immigration policies.

sputniknews (2020-02-25). My Dad Never Believed I Could Make Money as Immigrant Model – Canadian Stunner Winnie Harlow. sputniknews.com New Delhi (Sputnik): Canadian supermodel Winnie Harlow was diagnosed with the skin condition vitiligo when she was four. However, this never stopped her from chasing her dreams of joining the glamour industry. Harlow, of Jamaican ancestry, has graced the catwalk for London Fashion Week and for brands like Victoria's Secret.

sputniknews (2020-02-25). 'I Blame the Outfit': Social Media Mercilessly Mocks Deontay Wilder for His Big Fight Excuse. sputniknews.com Deontay Wilder had won 42 fights – 41 by knockout – before losing his WBC title to Britain's Tyson Fury on Saturday night. On the night said he had "no excuses" but now he has changed his mind.

RT (2020-02-24). MSNBC host Scarborough says Warren and Klobuchar should drop out to help 'consolidate efforts' against Sanders. rt.com MSNBC's Joe Scarborough has added his voice to the network's recent anti-Bernie Sanders chorus, arguing that Elizabeth Warren and Amy Klobuchar should drop out of the race in order to "consolidate efforts" against the frontrunner. | The 'Morning Joe' co-host said that, despite how well she has done, "people are talking" about how Minnesota senator Klobuchar, who finished third in the New Hampshire primary, should "get out of the race." | He then moved onto Warren, who "finished weak" in the Nevada primary. Scarborough said "a lot of buzz on Twitter" was suggesting she should throw in the towel too. | Not every…

Jessica Corbett, staff writer (2020-02-24). 'This Is a War Crime': Video of IDF Bulldozer Dragging Body of Palestinian Man in Gaza Sparks Outrage. commondreams.org Human rights advocates expressed outrage and called for a criminal investigation after video footage of an Israeli military bulldozer dragging the body of a Palestinian man shot dead by Israeli forces in the occupied Gaza Strip circulated widely across social media over the weekend. | www.commondreams.org/sites/default/files/styles/cd_special_coverage/public/headline/thumbs/gettyimages-12028326031.jpg

RT (2020-02-23). 'Don't let them take it away!' Trump congratulates 'Crazy Bernie' as Sanders wins big in Nevada. rt.com Evoking painful memories, US President Donald Trump has expressed hope that his potential Democratic contender won't be robbed of the nomination this time, as Bernie Sanders heads for a decisive victory in Nevada caucus. | "Looks like Crazy Bernie is doing well in the Great State of Nevada. Biden & the rest look weak, & no way Mini Mike can restart his campaign after the worst debate performance in the history of Presidential Debates," Trump tweeted. | Looks like Crazy Bernie is doing well in the Great State of Nevada. Biden & the rest look weak, & no way Mini Mike can restart his campaign after the worst deba…

Steve Topple (2020-02-23). Piers Morgan is now 'inciting hate' against disabled people. thecanary.co Disclaimer: The writer's partner lives with the illness discussed in this article. She is also mentioned here at length and with her blessing. | Piers Morgan has been ' But Morgan's attitude and behaviour on social media raise far deeper issues than just his abuse of a celebrity. Because his ill-informed, misogynistic, and discriminatory views could have real-world effects on cou…

Hatewatch Staff (2020-02-21). In the Midst of Infighting, Anti-LGBTQ Church Network's Website and Social Media Disappear. splcenter.org The New Independent Fundamental Baptist network, most prominently associated with anti-LGBTQ pastor Steven Anderson, appears to be in turmoil as infighting again erupts, this time between Anderson and fellow pastors in the network.

Staff (2020-02-19). Latinx Group Mijente Backs Bernie Sanders in First-Ever Presidential Endorsement. democracynow.org In its first-ever presidential endorsement, the Latinx and Chicanx organization Mijente endorsed Bernie Sanders on Tuesday ahead of the Nevada caucuses. The group tweeted its decision, saying, "We know that in 2020, Trump's potential re-election is a life-or-death threat for us, for our people, and for our planet. This moment demands a historic mobilization. That's why Mijente is uniting with the movement to elect @BernieSanders." A video accompanied the announcement. After the contests in Iowa and New Hampshire, where the electorate is overwhelmingly white, Nevada is the first election with a diverse population.

pip.hinman (2020-02-19). Bylong steps up fight against coal mine after IPC bails. greenleft.org.au

2020-02-25: Social Media Postees

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The New Coronavirus Outbreak, COVID-19, Sounds Menacing and Is
Tom Clifford | globalresearch.ca | 2020-02-25
Tom Clifford Reporting from Beijing | There is no room for complacency or outright fear. The new coronavirus outbreak, COVID-19, sounds menacing and is. But there's another viral epidemic hitting countries around the world: the flu. | COVID-19 has, since December, led …
globalresearch.ca/new-coronavirus-outbreak-covid-19-sounds-menacing/5704614

Viral Losses: Australian Universities, Coronavirus and Greed
Binoy Kampmark | counterpunch.org | 2020-02-25
There are few things more richly deserved than the punishment of a profligate ruler who finds himself fending off a hungry citizenry. But such matters lie in the realm of government, elections, holding representative office. Universities, notably in Australia, are oblivious to accountability and have, over several decades, become a booming corporatocracy. Institutionally, they constitute…
counterpunch.org/2020/02/25/viral-losses-australian-universities-coronavirus-and-greed/

'Delete his entire campaign': Bloomberg gets roasted after tweeting, then scrubbing, fake Bernie quotes praising 'despots'
rt.com | 2020-02-25
Billionaire-turned-Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg has taken a severe thrashing on social media, after his campaign posted, and then deleted, fake Bernie Sanders quotes hailing alleged "despots. " | Bloomberg's social media team took aim at the Vermont senator with a series of tweets mocking his factually accurate statement that literacy in Cuba skyrocketed under Fidel Castro. | The official 'Team Bloomberg' Twitter account shot off a series of posts in which they imagined what Sanders perhaps thinks of other "famous despots." The fake quotes included flattering remarks about Stalin ("[he]…
rt.com/usa/481619-bloomberg-sanders-despots-tweets-delete/

Recall Campaign Uses Darkened Photo of Councilmember Glover in Facebook Ad
Santa Cruz News Network | indybay.org | 2020-02-25
The group Santa Cruz United is running a Facebook ad that features a visibly darkened photo of Santa Cruz City Councilmember Drew Glover, who is African American. The photo has been converted to gray-scale and covered in text containing allegations of misconduct. The ad was placed to promote the recall of Councilmember Glover, as well as Councilmember Chris Krohn, who is not featured in the photo. The imagery preys on human perception through what has been termed by researchers as the "Bad is Black" effect. In 2016, Professor Adam Alter of New York University and three colleagues found the darker the appearance o…
indybay.org/newsitems/2020/02/24/18831010.php

'Our music is all-inclusive': Village People REFUSE to ban Trump from using their tunes
rt.com | 2020-02-25
Fans of the Village People have called on them to block US President Donald Trump from playing their music, as he did during his visit to India. The disco band has refused, saying that Trump's use was respectful and legal. | Since the music is not used for a specific endorsement, it is perfectly fine for it to be played at Trump rallies, the band said in a Facebook post on Monday, noting they were "inundated" with requests to block the president after 'Macho Man' was heard playing during his trip to India.
rt.com/usa/481594-village-people-trump-music/

'Cringeworthy' Biden attack ad ahead of South Carolina vote says Sanders didn't back Obama's 2012 run, Twitter collectively groans
rt.com | 2020-02-25
Hoping to sink Democratic frontrunner Bernie Sanders ahead of the South Carolina primary, a new ad from former VP Joe Biden accused the Vermont senator of a plot to run against Obama in 2012

'Go back to school and look at the map!' Twitterati hammer CNN as it draws non-existent SHARED border between Germany & Italy
rt.com | 2020-02-25
CNN has failed a basic geography test, putting Germany much closer to Italy than it actually is, during a report on how the EU is combatting the novel coronavirus. Netizens showed no mercy to the network's online team. | News that Germany isn't raising the alarm due to the 2019-nCoV outbreak in Italy prompted many established media to report on it, with CNN being no exception. The broadcaster's actual report cited a German foreign ministry spokeswoman who said Berlin wasn't issuing a travel warning for Italy at the moment, but their Twitter publication wasn't as accurate. | Now, you have to read carefully to s…
rt.com/news/481613-cnn-germany-italy-border/

Meet Herman and Lundy: Handicapped puppy, disabled pigeon are best buddie
yenisafak.com | 2020-02-25
An unlikely friendship formed between a pigeon and a puppy in a New York animal shelter has melted the hearts of netizens after photos of them cuddling went viral on social media platforms.The adorable pair have forged an unlikely bond at The Mia Foundation, a rescue organization that rehabilitates animals with birth defects and physical deformities, CNN reported.Lundy the Chihuahua has difficulty walking while Herman the pigeon is unable to fly likely due to a brain injury.The nonprofit's founder, Sue Rogers, decided to share unbelievably cute photos of the best pals on the organization's Facebook page."I see a…
yenisafak.com/en/world/meet-herman-and-lundy-handicapped-puppy-disabled-pigeon-are-best-buddie-3512765

'No Indoctrinated Puppet': German 'Anti-Greta Thunberg' Rises Against Climate Alarmism
sputniknews.com | 2020-02-25
A young German YouTuber doesn't like to be compared to Greta Thunberg in any way, saying her vision did not develop in response to the Swedish activist, but more likely in parallel with her, sparked by her disagreement with German authorities' liberal immigration policies.
sputniknews.com/society/202002251078401793-no-indoctrinated-puppet-german-anti-greta-thunberg-rises-against-climate-alarmism/

My Dad Never Believed I Could Make Money as Immigrant Model – Canadian Stunner Winnie Harlow
sputniknews.com | 2020-02-25
New Delhi (Sputnik): Canadian supermodel Winnie Harlow was diagnosed with the skin condition vitiligo when she was four. However, this never stopped her from chasing her dreams of joining the glamour industry. Harlow, of Jamaican ancestry, has graced the catwalk for London Fashion Week and for brands like Victoria's Secret.
sputniknews.com/viral/202002251078398640-my-dad-never-believed-i-could-make-money-as-immigrant-model—canadian-stunner-winnie-harlow/

'I Blame the Outfit': Social Media Mercilessly Mocks Deontay Wilder for His Big Fight Excuse
sputniknews.com | 2020-02-25
Deontay Wilder had won 42 fights – 41 by knockout – before losing his WBC title to Britain's Tyson Fury on Saturday night. On the night said he had "no excuses" but now he has changed his mind.
sputniknews.com/viral/202002251078400210-i-blame-the-outfit-social-media-mercilessly-mocks-deontay-wilder-for-his-big-fight-excuse/

MSNBC host Scarborough says Warren and Klobuchar should drop out to help 'consolidate efforts' against Sanders
rt.com | 2020-02-24
MSNBC's Joe Scarborough has added his voice to the network's recent anti-Bernie Sanders chorus, arguing that Elizabeth Warren and Amy Klobuchar should drop out of the race in order to "consolidate efforts" against the frontrunner. | The 'Morning Joe' co-host said that, despite how well she has done, "people are talking" about how Minnesota senator Klobuchar, who finished third in the New Hampshire primary, should "get out of the race." | He then moved onto Warren, who "finished weak" in the Nevada primary. Scarborough said "a lot of buzz on Twitter" was suggesting she should throw in the towel too. | Not every…
rt.com/usa/481582-joe-scarborough-msnbc-sanders/

'This Is a War Crime': Video of IDF Bulldozer Dragging Body of Palestinian Man in Gaza Sparks Outrage
Jessica Corbett, staff writer | commondreams.org | 2020-02-24
Human rights advocates expressed outrage and called for a criminal investigation after video footage of an Israeli military bulldozer dragging the body of a Palestinian man shot dead by Israeli forces in the occupied Gaza Strip circulated widely across social media over the weekend. | www.commondreams.org/sites/default/files/styles/cd_special_coverage/public/headline/thumbs/gettyimages-12028326031.jpg
commondreams.org/news/2020/02/24/war-crime-video-idf-bulldozer-dragging-body-palestinian-man-gaza-sparks-outrage?cd-origin=rss

'Don't let them take it away!' Trump congratulates 'Crazy Bernie' as Sanders wins big in Nevada
rt.com | 2020-02-23
Evoking painful memories, US President Donald Trump has expressed hope that his potential Democratic contender won't be robbed of the nomination this time, as Bernie Sanders heads for a decisive victory in Nevada caucus. | "Looks like Crazy Bernie is doing well in the Great State of Nevada. Biden & the rest look weak, & no way Mini Mike can restart his campaign after the worst debate performance in the history of Presidential Debates," Trump tweeted. | Looks like Crazy Bernie is doing well in the Great State of Nevada. Biden & the rest look weak, & no way Mini Mike can restart his campaign after the worst deba…
rt.com/usa/481490-trump-congratulates-sanders-nevada/

Staff are striking at a controversial homeless charity
Steve Topple | thecanary.co | 2020-02-23
Staff at a controversial homeless charity have recently voted to strike. It comes amid claims of 'threats' to jobs, working conditions and homeless peoples' services, And now, the union involved has taken to social media to 'expose' the charity's alleged wrong-doing. | St Mungo's staff on strike: | St Mungo's is a national charity for homeless people. But it's currently in an industrial d…
thecanary.co/trending/2020/02/23/staff-are-striking-at-a-controversial-homeless-charity/

Piers Morgan is now 'inciting hate' against disabled people
Steve Topple | thecanary.co | 2020-02-23
Disclaimer: The writer's partner lives with the illness discussed in this article. She is also mentioned here at length and with her blessing. | Piers Morgan has been ' inciting hate' against sick and disabled people after he attacked a disabled actress. Morgan claimed she was making her illnesses up. | But Morgan's attitude and behaviour on social media raise far deeper issues than just his abuse of a celebrity. Because his ill-informed, misogynistic, and discriminatory views could have real-world effects on cou…
thecanary.co/opinion/2020/02/23/piers-morgan-is-now-inciting-hate-against-disabled-people/

Bid to free Manning launched as explosive new evidence threatens to end Assange extradition
Tom Coburg | thecanary.co | 2020-02-22
Lawyers acting on behalf of imprisoned whistleblower Chelsea Manning have lodged a motion, arguing for her release. This comes as WikiLeaks tweeted that Julian Assange's lawyers intend to produce 'bombshell' evidence at next week's extradition hearing. | Meanwhile, more evidence has emerged to further the argument that the extradition hearings should end on th…
thecanary.co/global/world-analysis/2020/02/22/bid-to-free-manning-launched-as-explosive-new-evidence-threatens-to-end-assange-extradition/

New push on cyber 'security' laws
pip.hinman | greenleft.org.au | 2020-02-21
civil liberties Viv MileyIssue 1254 Australia privacy Bill of RightsFebruary 21, 2020Worried about online privacy? You should be. Not only are social media corporations spying on you, thanks to Australia's dra…
greenleft.org.au/content/new-push-cyber-security-laws

In the Midst of Infighting, Anti-LGBTQ Church Network's Website and Social Media Disappear
Hatewatch Staff | splcenter.org | 2020-02-21
The New Independent Fundamental Baptist network, most prominently associated with anti-LGBTQ pastor Steven Anderson, appears to be in turmoil as infighting again erupts, this time between Anderson and fellow pastors in the network.
splcenter.org/hatewatch/2020/02/21/midst-infighting-anti-lgbtq-church-networks-website-and-social-media-disappear

Latinx Group Mijente Backs Bernie Sanders in First-Ever Presidential Endorsement
Staff | democracynow.org | 2020-02-19
In its first-ever presidential endorsement, the Latinx and Chicanx organization Mijente endorsed Bernie Sanders on Tuesday ahead of the Nevada caucuses. The group tweeted its decision, saying, "We know that in 2020, Trump's potential re-election is a life-or-death threat for us, for our people, and for our planet. This moment demands a historic mobilization. That's why Mijente is uniting with the movement to elect @BernieSanders." A video accompanied the announcement. After the contests in Iowa and New Hampshire, where the electorate is overwhelmingly white, Nevada is the first election with a diverse population.
www.democracynow.org/2020/2/19/latinx_groups_back_bernie_sanders