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offsite link Alternative Copy of thesaker.is site is available Thu May 25, 2023 14:38 | Ice-Saker-V6bKu3nz
Alternative site: https://thesaker.si/saker-a... Site was created using the downloads provided Regards Herb

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

offsite link Waiting for SIPO Anthony

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Human Rights in Ireland
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The Daily Sceptic

offsite link Where Are They Now? Council Bosses Who Failed Victims of Rotherham Grooming Gang Went on to Be Gover... Tue Jan 14, 2025 09:00 | Will Jones
Council bosses in Rotherham who were criticised for failing to protect 1,400 young girls from?grooming gangs?have gone on to become Government advisers, bankers and an "executive coach and mentor".
The post Where Are They Now? Council Bosses Who Failed Victims of Rotherham Grooming Gang Went on to Be Government Advisers, Bankers and an “Executive Coach and Mentor” appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.

offsite link Are Novels Part of Our Cultural Malaise? Tue Jan 14, 2025 07:00 | James Alexander
Never mind smartphones: surely it was the novel that invented mental health problems, suggests Prof James Alexander, as he pays tribute to the theorist of the form, David Lodge, who died on January 1st.
The post Are Novels Part of Our Cultural Malaise? appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.

offsite link News Round-Up Tue Jan 14, 2025 01:05 | 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 Rachel Reeves is Making the Same Mistake as Liz Truss Mon Jan 13, 2025 20:00 | Will Jones
Labour loves to remind voters how Liz Truss 'crashed the economy', but Rachel Reeves is making the exact same mistake. She's asking the markets to lend the Government vast sums and they're telling her where to get off.
The post Rachel Reeves is Making the Same Mistake as Liz Truss appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.

offsite link Labour Rotherham MP U-Turns and Backs National Grooming Gang Inquiry Mon Jan 13, 2025 18:24 | Will Jones
The Labour MP who represents the?grooming hot spot of Rotherham, Sarah Champion,?has performed a U-turn to demand a?national inquiry?into the scandal.
The post Labour Rotherham MP U-Turns and Backs National Grooming Gang Inquiry appeared first on The Daily Sceptic.

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dublin / arts and media / event notice Saturday January 24, 2009 15:32 by SOB
New series of films at the New Theatre (43 East Essex Street) read full story / add a comment
dublin / arts and media / event notice Saturday January 24, 2009 15:14 by SOB
New series of films at the New Theatre (43 East Essex Street). read full story / add a comment
carlow / miscellaneous / news report Friday January 23, 2009 20:32 by Saoirse
Republican Sinn Féin have established a Cumann in Carlow Town as the organisation in Leinster continues to grow. Named the Myles Shevlin/Tony Ruane Cumann its aim is to gon on a recriting and development drive over the coming weeks.
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national / anti-capitalism / opinion/analysis Friday January 23, 2009 14:25 by Marie O'Connor   text 1 comment (last - saturday january 24, 2009 13:08)
Privatisation is at the heart of the Government's so-called 'reform programme' in health. Now cloaked by the current economic crisis, the present 'slash and burn' approach to public health services, has been in preparation since the mid-90s. 'Transformation' is a code for marketisation. read full story / add a comment
international / rights, freedoms and repression / other press Friday January 23, 2009 00:56 by reject   text 1 comment (last - friday january 23, 2009 12:39)
22-01-2009 16:37 IMC UK Server seized (again)! This time Kent Police have a warrant and are removing an Indy server from a Manchester colo. This is believed to be related to posts on the SHAC trial. IMCs UK, London and docs sites affected.
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national / eu / news report Thursday January 22, 2009 21:01 by Brian
This article is an attempt to articulate a view that our EU, and particularly Monetary Union, membership has not been beneficial - and in fact ruinous - with respect to the current economic crisis. It is hoped by this to answer some of the criticisms of the Lisbon No campaign from commentators who claim that the opposite is the case (1).
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international / anti-war / imperialism / other press Thursday January 22, 2009 17:21 by pat c
Despite their rhetoric the Iranian Mullahs witheld practical support from the Palestinian Resistance. Yassamine Mather reveals the extent of the Mullahs treachery. Full article at link.

There can be no doubts that over the last few weeks Tehran has used the most colourful rhetoric amongst Islamic states to ‘prove’ its support for Gaza’s Palestinian population. However Iran’s actions have, as always, failed miserably in matching its slogans. According to one commentator writing in last week’s Economist, “Iranian support for Hamas was more theatrical than practical.”

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international / crime and justice / other press Thursday January 22, 2009 13:51 by PhillyActivists   text 1 comment (last - sunday january 25, 2009 17:42)
Please see the urgent message below from Leonard Peltier's sister. Pursuant to Betty Ann Peltier Solano's letter about her brother, let the Bureau of Prisons know that the public will hold them accountable for the safety and wellbeing of Leonard Peltier. read full story / add a comment
cork / environment / event notice Thursday January 22, 2009 13:48 by John
Time again to get down to Ringaskiddy and plant trees read full story / add a comment
national / anti-capitalism / opinion/analysis Thursday January 22, 2009 01:22 by Liz Curry   text 1 comment (last - thursday january 22, 2009 16:30)
This is an attempt at a summary of the results of questionnaires, interviews and a focus group at the Dublin Grassroots Gathering in June 2008 on the theme of what is winning in horizontal activism. This was done to hopefully be part of a broader movement discussion on goals, strategies, and visions. Thanks again to everyone who participated. Long may the experiments continue! Queries and comments welcome. Thanks again! read full story / add a comment
international / rights, freedoms and repression / press release Wednesday January 21, 2009 23:26 by Ethiopian Women Human Rights Alliance
Prominent political leader's imprisonment attracts international condemnation read full story / add a comment
national / miscellaneous / news report Wednesday January 21, 2009 23:00 by Saoirse   text 3 comments (last - friday january 23, 2009 16:14)
Address delivered by the President of Republican Sinn Fein Ruairi O Bradaigh on January 20 at the ceremony organised by Republican Sinn Fein to mark the 90th anniversay of the First Dail. read full story / add a comment
cork / rights, freedoms and repression / event notice Wednesday January 21, 2009 21:33 by Joe Moore   text 7 comments (last - saturday july 24, 2010 14:00)
The Cork Anti Racist Network will launch a campaign for civil rights for asylum seekers at a public meeting on Monday 2nd February at 8.00pm in the Victoria Hotel, Patrick St. Cork.
The meeting will be addressed by Dr. Ronit Lentin, Senior Lecturer and Course Coordinator, MPhil. in Ethnic and Racial Studies, Dept. of Sociology, Trinity College Dublin and Uche Odinukwe, Nigerian Activist. read full story / add a comment
international / anti-war / imperialism / other press Wednesday January 21, 2009 19:55 by Miriam   text 14 comments (last - saturday january 24, 2009 14:40)
As if Obama's disgusting and complicit silence about the slaughter in Gaza while it was ongoing were not enough, news is emerging that the great black hope of America will be nothing if not more ruthless than his predecessor. Here's a quote from one of his 'Homeland Security' statements:

"Ensure that our military becomes more stealthy, agile, and lethal in its ability to capture or kill terrorists. Bolster our military's ability to speak different languages, navigate different cultures, and coordinate complex missions with our civilian agencies."
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national / history and heritage / other press Wednesday January 21, 2009 17:01 by Clio   text 2 comments (last - friday february 27, 2009 13:18)
Trying to locate anyone with connections to Na Fianna Éireann from 1909 onwards! read full story / add a comment
dublin / anti-war / imperialism / event notice Wednesday January 21, 2009 15:11 by Ronan IPSC (pers. cap.)   text 3 comments (last - friday january 23, 2009 01:49)
The Ireland-Palestine Solidarity Campaign (IPSC) and the Trade Union Friends of Palestine (TUFP) would like to invite you to the launch of our integrated boycott strategy. read full story / add a comment
national / miscellaneous / press release Wednesday January 21, 2009 13:17 by Richard Walsh   text 2 comments (last - thursday january 22, 2009 14:42)
Three men have been detained in a cross-border operation targeting Republicans in Counties Monaghan and Fermanagh. read full story / add a comment
international / rights, freedoms and repression / other press Wednesday January 21, 2009 03:41 by Ethiopian Women Human Rights Alliance
A popular Ethiopian woman political leader in her early thirties has been thrown in prison for life under very harsh conditions. Her crime is speaking her mind on the legal process. As lawyers appear to shy away for fear of government reprisals, please give her your moral support. read full story / add a comment
national / rights, freedoms and repression / news report Tuesday January 20, 2009 23:49 by Peadar O' Donnell   text 1 comment (last - wednesday january 21, 2009 13:00)
There was a large turnout at a Public Meeting in Ballyshannon in County Donegal to support Palestine read full story / add a comment
cork / anti-war / imperialism / event notice Tuesday January 20, 2009 21:00 by Joe Moore   text 1 comment (last - thursday january 22, 2009 20:28)
Boycott Israel demo and march Cork Saturday 24th January. Protest will assemble at 1.00pm in Daunt's Square-the junction of Patrick St and Grand Parade. read full story / add a comment
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