This Week in the New Normal #43

Our successor to This Week in the Guardian, This Week in the New Normal is our weekly chart of the progress of autocracy, authoritarianism and economic restructuring around the world. 1.

Egypt Seeks “Exceptional” Treatment by the IMF

Egypt is seeking a new loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to address the fallout from a sharp increase in prices that has had devastating impacts on people’s economic rights.

Hate to say ‘I told you so’ but you were warned about soaring Inflation in 2020; Here’s what’s coming next…

In November 2020, over 18 months ago, in a video entitled `How they plan to bankrupt us all’, Dr Vernon Coleman warned that inflation was going to soar and that interest rates would rise dramatically. He repeated the warning in his book Endgame in March 2021 and then again in

Cricket Croquettes

Now, as the crimes against humanity mount in a world on the precipice of colossal change, our hope lies in Artificial Intelligence.

Rising Costs Wipe Out Benefit of 'Inflation Reduction' Act's $7,500 Electric Vehicle Credit

Ahead of the passage of the $700 billion Inflation Reduction Act, Ford Motor Company and General Motors raised the prices of their electric vehicles, eliminating the potential benefit of the bill’s $7,500 electric vehicle tax credit. Ford announced last week it would raise the prices of most of

US Health Agency Undermines Equity in Covid-19 Policy

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has rolled out new Covid-19 guidelines that undermine the right to health in the United States and send a worrying signal that a leading health authority will no longer consider protecting marginalized groups from illness and death. The new CDC policy

Poll: Just 13% Say the Multibillion-Dollar Climate Bill Will Decrease Inflation

Americans remain doubtful that the far left’s multibillion-dollar bill will reduce inflation, a poll from The Economist/YouGov found.

Gas Crisis Chaos: Minister Brands Unhappy Public 'Enemies of the State'

Those taking the German government to task over the ongoing gas crisis have been branded the “new enemies of the state” by one government minister in the country.

Consumers' Research Launches Campaign Exposing BlackRock

Consumers’ Research launched a new campaign exposing how BlackRock weaponizes Americans’ retirement funds to wage war on the American fossil fuel industry, which raises energy and housing costs.

Vietnam Adopts Global LGBT Health Standard

(Bangkok) – Vietnam’s Health Ministry officially confirmed on August 3, 2022, that same-sex attraction and being transgender are not mental health conditions, Human Rights Watch said today.

Olive Oil: An Ancient Skincare Aid

Despite dramatic scientific advances in dermatology, and the ever-present beauty industry seizing opportunities to capitalize on the latest skincare breakthrough, the truth remains that the ancient methods remain reliable and trusted. In ancient China, gua sha and rice water were used to keep skin hydrated and refreshed. Many people today

South Sudan: Use Peace Deal Extension for Reforms

(Nairobi) – South Sudanese leaders should address chronic insecurity, rights abuses, and the worsening humanitarian situation during the country’s extended transition period, Human Rights Watch said today. Regional and international partners should enhance pressure and leverage to ensure that institutional reforms are completed, the rule of law is restored, and

Ever Had Migraine Auras? Maybe This Will Help

STORY AT-A-GLANCE It is estimated that migraines affect 12% of the population of the U.S.

Questions and Answers: Turkey’s Threatened Incursion into Northern Syria

Since May 2022, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has threatened a military incursion into northeast Syria targeting the cities of Tel Rifaat and Manbij in Aleppo governorate.

How many people will this “new” Covid Injection kill or maim?

The UK is the first country to “approve” a new Covid jab from Moderna. The UK’s simply awful Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency has given the jab approval and I have no doubt the damned stuff will be given to millions – making Moderna bosses and shareholders – and thousands