The global stage is abuzz with a myriad of issues, from climate change to immigration, and from economic theories to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
In the United States, Representative Bryan Steil’s claim that the Biden administration is considering paying illegal immigrants $450,000 has been rated as Half True by PolitiFact. The potential payments are tied to lawsuits filed on behalf of families separated at the southern border due to a Trump-era policy. The $450,000 figure is not fixed and could vary depending on individual circumstances. Not all families impacted by the policy have filed claims, and only a small percentage may be eligible for compensation.
Meanwhile, the Energy Cost of Energy (ECoE) theory, coined by Dr. Tim Morgan, is gaining traction as a possible explanation for various global events. The theory suggests that as the energy required to access and produce energy increases, surplus energy decreases, leading to a decline in economic output. This decline in prosperity is expected to cause social unrest and potentially more conflicts as countries vie for cheap energy.
In the realm of sustainable living, the importance of community gardens is being highlighted. These gardens not only provide fresh, well-grown plants for health and resilience but also serve as educational and community-building platforms. The discussion extends to the challenges of gardening in certain environments and the potential for community collaboration in maintaining orchards and other projects.
The climate change summit in Dubai is in full swing, with over 170 world leaders pledging support for Agenda 2030. The summit has seen the establishment of a “loss and damage fund” of $430 million to aid developing countries affected by climate change. Numerous countries and oil companies have signed the Global Renewables and Energy Efficiency Pledge and the Global Methane Pledge. The summit will culminate in the “Global Stocktake,” a mid-term report for the Paris Agreements.
In a significant move, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has invoked Article 99 of the U.N. charter for the first time, citing a “severe risk of collapse of the humanitarian system in Gaza,” as the war between Israel and Hamas continues. Guterres has called on the Security Council to “press to avert a humanitarian catastrophe” and reiterated his “urgent appeal for a humanitarian cease-fire to allow the means of survival” to be restored and the safe and timely delivery of aid to Gaza.
In conclusion, the world is grappling with a multitude of complex issues, each demanding urgent attention and action. As we navigate these challenges, it is crucial to stay informed and engaged, understanding the nuances and implications of each situation.
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U.N. Secretary-General invokes Article 99 as humanitarian crisis worsens in Gaza
Guterres said he expects ‘public order to completely break down due to desperate conditions, rendering even limited humanitarian assistance impossible.’
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Global Leaders Gather in Dubai for Climate Change Summit, Sign Agreements and Pledges
“The planet is fed up with unfulfilled climate agreements. Governments cannot escape their responsibilities. No country will solve its problems alone. We are all obliged to act together beyond our borders.”
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Community Gardens: Cultivating Abundance and Connection
I like how you emphasized taking time to specifically learn from the more time tested (and/or ancient) locally specific food cultivation techniques (which are based in cultures that have deep roots where one lives now).
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The Rising Energy Cost of Energy Theory Explains Major Global Events and Decline in Prosperity
The rising ECoE answers all these questions and, if correct, we will see a lot more ‘black swan’ events in the very near future.
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U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil Claims Biden is in Talks to Pay Illegal Immigrants $450,000
The potential payments are the result of the Trump-era policy that saw thousands of children separated from their parents after crossing the southern border. And in some cases the families involved applied legally for asylum, and are not ‘illegal immigrants’ at all.
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