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Send us Fan MailGreg is an Adelaide-based former bouncer and security guard who spent years working inside some of the biggest and most iconic venues in South Australian history.He is also the co-owner of DFC, one of the fastest-growing MMA promotions coming out of South Australia.But Greg's story goes far beyond the doors of Adelaide's nightlife scene. As a young man, he found himself closely connected to the daughter of the leader of Agape, a notorious Adelaide-based cult with a dark and unbelievable history.This episode covers the golden era of Adelaide partying, life on the doors, the rise of South Australian MMA, and Greg's personal connection to one of the strangest cult stories this city has ever seen.I've got a huge amount of respect for Greg for sitting down and telling his story so openly. I hope you enjoy this one.
DFC has finalized new requirements for the housing of calves, dry cattle, and lactating cattle in the proAction Animal Care module. The new requirements align with recent updates to the Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Dairy Cattle, and will be part of on-farm validations starting in April 2027. Learn more about the new requirements on the Canadian Podcow.
Ben Black, Donald Trump's appointee to lead the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, is facing scrutiny after released DOJ Epstein records showed personal and business connections between him, his family, and Jeffrey Epstein. The records reviewed by the Guardian show that Black and family members invested in Environmental Solutions Worldwide in 2011, a company where Epstein held a stake through his Virgin Islands entity, Financial Trust. Ben Black and his brother Joshua became directors of the company that same year, while Epstein's involvement intersected with Leon Black, Ben's father and Epstein's highest-paying known client. The Guardian also reported records suggesting Epstein was scheduled to meet Ben Black, obtained his contact information after a family estate-planning meeting, claimed to have attended Ben Black's 30th birthday, weighed in on Ben's $11.5 million townhouse purchase, and appeared in correspondence involving a woman who sought Epstein's advice about communicating with Ben. Black has not been accused of wrongdoing, and his spokesperson denied that he had any personal or professional relationship with Epstein.The controversy matters because Black now oversees the DFC, a taxpayer-backed overseas investment agency whose lending cap was recently tripled to $205 billion, dramatically increasing the power of the office he runs. Trump appointed Black after Black and Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale promoted a more market-driven approach to foreign aid, but the Guardian reported that some DFC staff had already questioned his qualifications before the Epstein records became an internal concern. The broader issue is not just whether Ben Black personally did anything improper; it is that another person placed in a high-level federal role sits inside the sprawling overlap of Epstein, elite finance, inherited power, private investment, and political appointment. The reporting also places Ben Black's rise against the backdrop of Leon Black's long financial relationship with Epstein, including the Senate Finance Committee's finding that Leon Black paid Epstein $170 million for what Black described as legitimate tax and estate-planning services.to contact me:bobbycapuccI@protonmail.comsource:Trump appointee leading $205bn US agency had personal ties to Epstein, emails show | Trump administration | The Guardian
Ben Black, Donald Trump's appointee to lead the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, is facing scrutiny after released DOJ Epstein records showed personal and business connections between him, his family, and Jeffrey Epstein. The records reviewed by the Guardian show that Black and family members invested in Environmental Solutions Worldwide in 2011, a company where Epstein held a stake through his Virgin Islands entity, Financial Trust. Ben Black and his brother Joshua became directors of the company that same year, while Epstein's involvement intersected with Leon Black, Ben's father and Epstein's highest-paying known client. The Guardian also reported records suggesting Epstein was scheduled to meet Ben Black, obtained his contact information after a family estate-planning meeting, claimed to have attended Ben Black's 30th birthday, weighed in on Ben's $11.5 million townhouse purchase, and appeared in correspondence involving a woman who sought Epstein's advice about communicating with Ben. Black has not been accused of wrongdoing, and his spokesperson denied that he had any personal or professional relationship with Epstein.The controversy matters because Black now oversees the DFC, a taxpayer-backed overseas investment agency whose lending cap was recently tripled to $205 billion, dramatically increasing the power of the office he runs. Trump appointed Black after Black and Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale promoted a more market-driven approach to foreign aid, but the Guardian reported that some DFC staff had already questioned his qualifications before the Epstein records became an internal concern. The broader issue is not just whether Ben Black personally did anything improper; it is that another person placed in a high-level federal role sits inside the sprawling overlap of Epstein, elite finance, inherited power, private investment, and political appointment. The reporting also places Ben Black's rise against the backdrop of Leon Black's long financial relationship with Epstein, including the Senate Finance Committee's finding that Leon Black paid Epstein $170 million for what Black described as legitimate tax and estate-planning services.to contact me:bobbycapuccI@protonmail.comsource:Trump appointee leading $205bn US agency had personal ties to Epstein, emails show | Trump administration | The Guardian
Ben Black, Donald Trump's appointee to lead the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, is facing scrutiny after released DOJ Epstein records showed personal and business connections between him, his family, and Jeffrey Epstein. The records reviewed by the Guardian show that Black and family members invested in Environmental Solutions Worldwide in 2011, a company where Epstein held a stake through his Virgin Islands entity, Financial Trust. Ben Black and his brother Joshua became directors of the company that same year, while Epstein's involvement intersected with Leon Black, Ben's father and Epstein's highest-paying known client. The Guardian also reported records suggesting Epstein was scheduled to meet Ben Black, obtained his contact information after a family estate-planning meeting, claimed to have attended Ben Black's 30th birthday, weighed in on Ben's $11.5 million townhouse purchase, and appeared in correspondence involving a woman who sought Epstein's advice about communicating with Ben. Black has not been accused of wrongdoing, and his spokesperson denied that he had any personal or professional relationship with Epstein.The controversy matters because Black now oversees the DFC, a taxpayer-backed overseas investment agency whose lending cap was recently tripled to $205 billion, dramatically increasing the power of the office he runs. Trump appointed Black after Black and Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale promoted a more market-driven approach to foreign aid, but the Guardian reported that some DFC staff had already questioned his qualifications before the Epstein records became an internal concern. The broader issue is not just whether Ben Black personally did anything improper; it is that another person placed in a high-level federal role sits inside the sprawling overlap of Epstein, elite finance, inherited power, private investment, and political appointment. The reporting also places Ben Black's rise against the backdrop of Leon Black's long financial relationship with Epstein, including the Senate Finance Committee's finding that Leon Black paid Epstein $170 million for what Black described as legitimate tax and estate-planning services.to contact me:bobbycapuccI@protonmail.comsource:Trump appointee leading $205bn US agency had personal ties to Epstein, emails show | Trump administration | The GuardianBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
Ben Black, Donald Trump's appointee to lead the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, is facing scrutiny after released DOJ Epstein records showed personal and business connections between him, his family, and Jeffrey Epstein. The records reviewed by the Guardian show that Black and family members invested in Environmental Solutions Worldwide in 2011, a company where Epstein held a stake through his Virgin Islands entity, Financial Trust. Ben Black and his brother Joshua became directors of the company that same year, while Epstein's involvement intersected with Leon Black, Ben's father and Epstein's highest-paying known client. The Guardian also reported records suggesting Epstein was scheduled to meet Ben Black, obtained his contact information after a family estate-planning meeting, claimed to have attended Ben Black's 30th birthday, weighed in on Ben's $11.5 million townhouse purchase, and appeared in correspondence involving a woman who sought Epstein's advice about communicating with Ben. Black has not been accused of wrongdoing, and his spokesperson denied that he had any personal or professional relationship with Epstein.The controversy matters because Black now oversees the DFC, a taxpayer-backed overseas investment agency whose lending cap was recently tripled to $205 billion, dramatically increasing the power of the office he runs. Trump appointed Black after Black and Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale promoted a more market-driven approach to foreign aid, but the Guardian reported that some DFC staff had already questioned his qualifications before the Epstein records became an internal concern. The broader issue is not just whether Ben Black personally did anything improper; it is that another person placed in a high-level federal role sits inside the sprawling overlap of Epstein, elite finance, inherited power, private investment, and political appointment. The reporting also places Ben Black's rise against the backdrop of Leon Black's long financial relationship with Epstein, including the Senate Finance Committee's finding that Leon Black paid Epstein $170 million for what Black described as legitimate tax and estate-planning services.to contact me:bobbycapuccI@protonmail.comsource:Trump appointee leading $205bn US agency had personal ties to Epstein, emails show | Trump administration | The GuardianBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-moscow-murders-and-more--5852883/support.
Ben Black, Donald Trump's appointee to lead the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, is facing scrutiny after released DOJ Epstein records showed personal and business connections between him, his family, and Jeffrey Epstein. The records reviewed by the Guardian show that Black and family members invested in Environmental Solutions Worldwide in 2011, a company where Epstein held a stake through his Virgin Islands entity, Financial Trust. Ben Black and his brother Joshua became directors of the company that same year, while Epstein's involvement intersected with Leon Black, Ben's father and Epstein's highest-paying known client. The Guardian also reported records suggesting Epstein was scheduled to meet Ben Black, obtained his contact information after a family estate-planning meeting, claimed to have attended Ben Black's 30th birthday, weighed in on Ben's $11.5 million townhouse purchase, and appeared in correspondence involving a woman who sought Epstein's advice about communicating with Ben. Black has not been accused of wrongdoing, and his spokesperson denied that he had any personal or professional relationship with Epstein.The controversy matters because Black now oversees the DFC, a taxpayer-backed overseas investment agency whose lending cap was recently tripled to $205 billion, dramatically increasing the power of the office he runs. Trump appointed Black after Black and Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale promoted a more market-driven approach to foreign aid, but the Guardian reported that some DFC staff had already questioned his qualifications before the Epstein records became an internal concern. The broader issue is not just whether Ben Black personally did anything improper; it is that another person placed in a high-level federal role sits inside the sprawling overlap of Epstein, elite finance, inherited power, private investment, and political appointment. The reporting also places Ben Black's rise against the backdrop of Leon Black's long financial relationship with Epstein, including the Senate Finance Committee's finding that Leon Black paid Epstein $170 million for what Black described as legitimate tax and estate-planning services.to contact me:bobbycapuccI@protonmail.comsource:Trump appointee leading $205bn US agency had personal ties to Epstein, emails show | Trump administration | The GuardianBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
Ben Black, Donald Trump's appointee to lead the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation, is facing scrutiny after released DOJ Epstein records showed personal and business connections between him, his family, and Jeffrey Epstein. The records reviewed by the Guardian show that Black and family members invested in Environmental Solutions Worldwide in 2011, a company where Epstein held a stake through his Virgin Islands entity, Financial Trust. Ben Black and his brother Joshua became directors of the company that same year, while Epstein's involvement intersected with Leon Black, Ben's father and Epstein's highest-paying known client. The Guardian also reported records suggesting Epstein was scheduled to meet Ben Black, obtained his contact information after a family estate-planning meeting, claimed to have attended Ben Black's 30th birthday, weighed in on Ben's $11.5 million townhouse purchase, and appeared in correspondence involving a woman who sought Epstein's advice about communicating with Ben. Black has not been accused of wrongdoing, and his spokesperson denied that he had any personal or professional relationship with Epstein.The controversy matters because Black now oversees the DFC, a taxpayer-backed overseas investment agency whose lending cap was recently tripled to $205 billion, dramatically increasing the power of the office he runs. Trump appointed Black after Black and Palantir co-founder Joe Lonsdale promoted a more market-driven approach to foreign aid, but the Guardian reported that some DFC staff had already questioned his qualifications before the Epstein records became an internal concern. The broader issue is not just whether Ben Black personally did anything improper; it is that another person placed in a high-level federal role sits inside the sprawling overlap of Epstein, elite finance, inherited power, private investment, and political appointment. The reporting also places Ben Black's rise against the backdrop of Leon Black's long financial relationship with Epstein, including the Senate Finance Committee's finding that Leon Black paid Epstein $170 million for what Black described as legitimate tax and estate-planning services.to contact me:bobbycapuccI@protonmail.comsource:Trump appointee leading $205bn US agency had personal ties to Epstein, emails show | Trump administration | The GuardianBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
DOCKET ALERTS: Kash Patel brings UFC to FBI. WTF??? A federal judge in Maryland issued a TRO blocking the construction of an ICE detention facility without first undertaking the legally required environmental impact assessment. The Trump administration filed an "emergency" petition to the Supreme Court demanding that it be allowed to immediately deport 350,000 Haitians who have enjoyed Temporary Protected Status for decades. It insists an earlier shadow docket ruling allowing it to deport Venezuelan TPS holders is precedential. An amicus brief from 175 former judges points out that shadow docket orders are definitionally non-precedential. The USDA is teaming up with Robert Kennedy and his team of freaks at Health and Human Services to Make America Healthy Again … by shaming poor people for their food choices. SNAP recipients sued in DC to block a "pilot" program to allow states to restrict food benefits to exclude sugary foods. MAIN SHOW: DOGE destroyed the National Endowment for the Humanities in three weeks last spring. We wrote about it on the blog, and discussed the ongoing litigation. Turns out, the DOGE dudes are pissed that the plaintiffs released video of them smirking their way through depositions. On Monday, in the middle of trial, the Trump administration tried to blow up the antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster. This leaves the 40 states which joined the suit as co-plaintiffs in the lurch. Judge Arun Subramanian has ordered the parties to huddle up and see if they can't negotiate a settlement. Will the case go forward next week without the lead plaintiff? And Andrew has an extended exploration of Trump's plan to use a little known federal agency called the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to get oil tankers to cross the Strait of Hormuz. The DFC has released a plan (or at least, concepts of a plan) to reinsure insurance companies that issue war riders. Which might help if insurance companies were refusing to issue policies to ships at sea – except that insurance companies are still underwriting as many marine policies as ever. It's just that it costs more now, because of the war. Plus for subscribers, we'll break down the bar complaint against fan favorite Ed Martin. Kash Patel Confirms UFC Fighters Will Train FBI Agents This Week, Calling It A "Historic Opportunity" https://deadline.com/2026/03/kash-patel-ufc-fighters-train-fbi-agents-1236750897/ State of Maryland v. Noem [ICE Detention Center in Hagerstown] https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72313096/state-of-maryland-v-noem Lesly Miot v. Trump [Haitian TPS, Trial Docket] https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/70965949/lesly-miot-v-trump/ Trump v. Miot [SCOTUS Docket] https://www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?filename=/docket/docketfiles/html/public/25a999.html DOGE Bros Had More Fun Burning Down Government Than Testifying About It https://www.lawandchaospod.com/p/doge-bros-had-more-fun-burning-down Authors Guild v. National Endowment for the Humanities https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/70243086/the-authors-guild-v-national-endowment-for-the-humanities Amicus Brief of 175 Former Judges re Precedent of Shadow Docket Rulings https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/25/25A952/400077/20260305142419318_Amicus%20Brief%20of%20Former%20Judges%20re%20Dahlia%20Doe_FINAL.pdf Aragon v. Rollins [SNAP Benefits] https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72419889/aragon-v-rollins/ DOJ nopes out of Ticketmaster antitrust suit https://www.publicnotice.co/p/ticketmaster-suit-doj US v. Live Nation https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68557723/united-states-of-america-v-live-nation-entertainment-inc Trump's 'free flow of energy' vow fails to restart shipping in strait of Hormuz [The Guardian] https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/10/trump-free-flow-energy-fails-restart-shipping-strait-hormuz DFC Reinsurance announcement [US International Development Finance Corporation] https://www.dfc.gov/media/press-releases/dfc-announces-chubb-lead-insurance-partner-maritime-reinsurance-plan Gulf war risk premiums topping double-digit millions of dollars per trip [Lloyd's List] https://www.lloydslist.com/LL1156586/Gulf-war-risk-premiums-topping-double-digit-millions-of-dollars-per-trip No, P&I clubs have not 'cancelled war risk cover' [Lloyd's List] https://www.lloydslist.com/LL1156515/No-PI-clubs-have-not-cancelled-war-risk-cover Show Links: https://www.lawandchaospod.com/ BlueSky: @LawAndChaosPod Threads: @LawAndChaosPod Twitter: @LawAndChaosPod
Guest: Air Commodore Stuart McIntyre CBE, DFC Host: Dave Homewood Recorded: 25th of August 2025 Released: 15th of May 2026 Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes 21 seconds Air Commodore Stuart McIntyre CBE, DFC joined the Royal New Zealand Air Force on the 31st of August 1949. Following an elongated flying training phase, he converted onto the then-new de Havilland Vampires. He ended up deployed to Cyprus with No. 14 Squadron in 1952, and then returned to Ohakea, New Zealand and No. 75 Squadron in 1953, where among his duties he led an aerobatic display team. He then returned to Cyprus in April 1955 for a second tour, now as Flight Commander of No. 14 Squadron. Stuart and adjutant Flying Officer Laurence Turner sent as one of the advance party to Tengah, Singapore, to prepare for the move of the squadron from Cyprus. The squadron eventually reequipped with Venoms, and went into action against the Communist Terrorists (C.T.s). In his subsequent career, Stuart become the officer commanding No. 14 Squadron when they were equipped with English Electric Canberra bombers. He then led the team involved in the selection of the Canberra replacement, which ended up as the McDonnell Douglas Skyhawk. Stuart filled several other roles including Base Commander of RNZAF Base Ohakea, Aide-de-Camp to both the Governor General to New Zealand, and HM Queen Elizabeth II. He also oversaw the creation of the Ohakea Museum. On leaving the Air Force he became Director of Civil Aviation. Pilot Officer Stuart McIntyre in the cockpit of his No. 14 Squadron Vampire at RAF Station Nicosia, Cyprus, 1953. Air Force Museum of New Zealand Photo NICD156a Portrait of Flight Lieutenant Stuart McIntyre, pilot with No. 14 Squadron, wearing flying helmet and oxygen mask. RAF Station Tengah, Singapore. Air Force Museum of New Zealand Photo MUS090171 Note: Unfortunately although I photographed Stuart’s logbooks, and you can hear a few extracts from our chatter while I did that at the end of this interview, I completely forgot to get a photo of him on the day. The music at the end of this episode is Wild Flower by Joachim Karud.
#cuttheclutter Two sabotage attempts have been made in three months targeting Punjab's dedicated freight railway corridor. On 27 April, the Punjab Police busted a terror module behind a botched attempt to damage a railway line near the Sambhu border. On 23 January, an explosion near the Khanpur railway crossing in Sirhind, damaged the newly built dedicated freight corridor (DFC). #CutTheClutter Episode 1833 looks at one of India's most ambitious infrastructure & logistics project, the Dedicated Freight Corridor. ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta also explains its strategic importance, and traces the project's journey from 2005, when it was approved to now. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- @amityonline8540 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
At 105 years old, WWII Mosquito pilot Flt Lt Colin Bell, DFC, remains a masterclass in mental discipline and strategic focus. Having survived 50 high-stakes missions over Germany in one of the war's fastest and most dangerous aircraft, Colin breaks down the vital distinction between eliminating fear and controlling it, a survival mindset that translates directly from the cockpit to the highest-pressure environments of the modern world.In this episode, he delivers a sobering warning on the dangers of national and personal complacency, drawing sharp, uncomfortable parallels between the political climate of the 1930s and the world we live in today. Colin also shares the "Mosquito mindset" for living a full and meaningful life: a philosophy rooted in decisive action, ruthless preparation, and the unwavering emotional discipline required to navigate a crisis without losing one's sense of self.This conversation serves as a rare blueprint for building the courage and clarity needed to navigate an increasingly uncertain world.Flt Lt Colin Bell's book Bloody Dangerous: Fifty missions over Germany: The last first-hand account from WW2, is out now: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bloody-Dangerous-missions-Germany-first-hand/dp/0349148996Heights
This episode of CID Voices explores how development finance institutions have evolved from counter-cyclical lenders during the financial crisis into impact-driven investors operating under mounting fiscal scrutiny. The conversation moves through the tensions shaping DFIs today: the push toward private capital mobilization and what it means for additionality, the segregation of capital pools across risk and return profiles, the challenges of local currency financing in emerging markets, and the growing pressure from governments to instrumentalize DFIs as part of national strategies. It closes on the geopolitical turn in development finance, including the DFC's reframing around national security, and what a future that blends development, climate, and defence finance might look like.
What If the Iran War Is Not What You Think? The headlines are shouting about "ancient grudges" and nuclear encroachment, but what if the chaos in the Middle East is actually a calculated architectural reset of the global economy? While the world watches the cease-fire lines, a much bigger picture is unfolding—one that replaces vulnerable maritime chokepoints with a private-equity-managed system controlled by a Board of Peace. In this episode, we pull back the curtain on a strategy that didn't just underestimate the conflict—it counted on it. We explore how the "burning ocean" became the ultimate sales pitch for a new world order. In this deep dive, we reveal: The Hormuz Shutdown: How the U.S. Navy effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, stripping Iran of its oil income and forcing a global energy emergency that made alternatives mandatory. The Saudi-Israel Connection: How the IMEC creates a seamless link from India through the Saudi desert to the Port of Haifa in Israel, bypassing the Iranian "veto". Netanyahu and the New Axis: The strategic collaboration between Netanyahu's government and Saudi Arabia to finalize the "Abraham Gateway," turning GAZA into the primary Mediterranean terminal for the world's energy. The Mastermind Team: The strategic roles of Rubio, Vance, Witkoff, and Kushner in navigating the shift from maritime dependency to a land bridge where the risk is borne by the American taxpayer. The Insurance Trap: Why private markets fled a $352 billion risk, leaving the DFC as the only insurer of last resort—effectively making the IMEC the only "safe" route left on the planet. Chairman for Life: The internal mechanics of the Board of Peace, a "private club" with no UN oversight and a $17 billion private military force. The Gaza Terminus: Why the reconstruction of Gaza is actually the key to controlling the gateway of European trade. Is this the strategic genius the world needs to bypass "ideological lunatics," or the most dangerous concentration of power in modern history? Skims: Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of my favorite bras and underwear at http://www.skims.com/jillian Superpower: Head to https://Superpower.com and use code JILLIAN at checkout for $20 off your membership. Live up to your 100-Year potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For the first time this season, Celtic claimed victory in the City of Discovery – but they were made to work for it. Did the Dark Blues ‘have Celtic exactly where they wanted them'? If so, how did the points end up back in Glasgow? We spotlight an eventful afternoon for Ryan Astley, praise Jon McCracken's interventions and ask whether the Dee are getting enough attacking impetus from out-with the wide areas. A day earlier, United succumbed to defeat against Rangers. Defensive deficiencies were again on show as the Gers claimed a 4-2 triumph, with Ashley Maynard-Brewer making a costly error before suffering a dislocated shoulder – what does the future hold for him? A similar question can be asked regarding Amar Fatah, who is increasingly establishing himself as one of the most dangerous wide players in the Scottish Premiership. And why don't midfielders make tactical fouls anymore?! This weekend's action is discussed by Dundee United writer Alan Temple, DFC writer George Cran and ex-Tele Sport editor Graeme Finnan. You can also see us on YouTube at youtube.com/@TheCourierUK/videos
It's the City of Discovery v Glasgow again this weekend as oor twa teams face Rangers and Celtic. Dundee United face a testing trip to Ibrox – can they shock the Gers and derail their title bid? They will be without Kristijan Trapanovski after news of his knee injury needing surgery. He's out of contract this summer – will United keep him? The same question goes for goalie Ashley Maynard-Brewer – will he stick around? Dundee, meanwhile, have to wait an extra 24 hours for their own date with one of the Old Firm. Celtic come to Dens smarting from their loss at Tannadice a fortnight previous – can the Dark Blues pull off a historic victory? And will they look to keep Clark Robertson beyond this summer? Plenty to get through as Twa Teams returns – in the studio alongside host Sean Hamilton are Dundee United writer Alan Temple, DFC writer George Cran and ex-Tele Sport editor Graeme Finnan. You can also see us on YouTube at youtube.com/@TheCourierUK/videos
On this episode of WrenchNation, we welcome Dino Crescentini — widely known in the industry as the Godfather of Brakes and a leader at Dynamic Friction Company (DFC). Dino explains the fundamentals of brake pad materials in a way that both technicians and enthusiasts can easily understand. In this episode, we break down the real differences between ceramic, semi-metallic, and organic brake pads—and what those differences mean for safety, performance, noise, heat management, and durability. We also discuss how these choices impact the level of service to the consumer in today's shop environment, along with the latest legislation that removed copper from brake pads and how that change is affecting modern braking performance.
A federal judge in Maryland issued a TRO blocking the construction of an ICE detention facility without first undertaking the legally required environmental impact assessment.The Trump administration filed an “emergency” petition to the Supreme Court demanding that it be allowed to immediately deport 350,000 Haitians who have enjoyed Temporary Protected Status for decades. It insists an earlier shadow docket ruling allowing it to deport Venezuelan TPS holders is precedential. An amicus brief from 175 former judges points out that shadow docket orders are definitionally non-precedential.The USDA is teaming up with Robert Kennedy and his team of freaks at Health and Human Services to Make America Healthy Again … by shaming poor people for their food choices. SNAP recipients sued in DC to block a “pilot” program to allow states to restrict food benefits to exclude sugary foods.MAIN SHOW:DOGE destroyed the National Endowment for the Humanities in three weeks last spring. We wrote about it on the blog, and discussed the ongoing litigation. Turns out, the DOGE dudes are pissed that the plaintiffs released video of them smirking their way through depositions.On Monday, in the middle of trial, the Trump administration tried to blow up the antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, the parent company of Ticketmaster. This leaves the 40 states which joined the suit as co-plaintiffs in the lurch. Judge Arun Subramanian has ordered the parties to huddle up and see if they can't negotiate a settlement. Will the case go forward next week without the lead plaintiff?And Andrew has an extended exploration of Trump's plan to use a little known federal agency called the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to get oil tankers to cross the Strait of Hormuz. The DFC has released a plan (or at least, concepts of a plan) to reinsure insurance companies that issue war riders. Which might help if insurance companies were refusing to issue policies to ships at sea – except that insurance companies are still underwriting as many marine policies as ever. It's just that it costs more now, because of the war.Plus for subscribers, we'll break down the bar complaint against fan favorite Ed Martin.Kash Patel Confirms UFC Fighters Will Train FBI Agents This Week, Calling It A “Historic Opportunity”https://deadline.com/2026/03/kash-patel-ufc-fighters-train-fbi-agents-1236750897/State of Maryland v. Noem [ICE Detention Center in Hagerstown]https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72313096/state-of-maryland-v-noemLesly Miot v. Trump [Haitian TPS, Trial Docket]https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/70965949/lesly-miot-v-trump/Trump v. Miot [SCOTUS Docket]https://www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?filename=/docket/docketfiles/html/public/25a999.htmlDOGE Bros Had More Fun Burning Down Government Than Testifying About Ithttps://www.lawandchaospod.com/p/doge-bros-had-more-fun-burning-downAuthors Guild v. National Endowment for the Humanitieshttps://www.courtlistener.com/docket/70243086/the-authors-guild-v-national-endowment-for-the-humanitiesAmicus Brief of 175 Former Judges re Precedent of Shadow Docket Rulingshttps://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/25/25A952/400077/20260305142419318_Amicus%20Brief%20of%20Former%20Judges%20re%20Dahlia%20Doe_FINAL.pdfAragon v. Rollins [SNAP Benefits]https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/72419889/aragon-v-rollins/DOJ nopes out of Ticketmaster antitrust suithttps://www.publicnotice.co/p/ticketmaster-suit-dojUS v. Live Nationhttps://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68557723/united-states-of-america-v-live-nation-entertainment-incTrump's ‘free flow of energy' vow fails to restart shipping in strait of Hormuz [The Guardian]https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/10/trump-free-flow-energy-fails-restart-shipping-strait-hormuzDFC Reinsurance announcement [US International Development Finance Corporation]https://www.dfc.gov/media/press-releases/dfc-announces-chubb-lead-insurance-partner-maritime-reinsurance-planGulf war risk premiums topping double-digit millions of dollars per trip [Lloyd's List]https://www.lloydslist.com/LL1156586/Gulf-war-risk-premiums-topping-double-digit-millions-of-dollars-per-tripNo, P&I clubs have not ‘cancelled war risk cover' [Lloyd's List]https://www.lloydslist.com/LL1156515/No-PI-clubs-have-not-cancelled-war-risk-coverShow Links:https://www.lawandchaospod.com/BlueSky: @LawAndChaosPodThreads: @LawAndChaosPodTwitter: @LawAndChaosPodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Erik Wetterling, Founder and Editor of The Hedgeless Horseman website, joins us to review the key takeaways he got from attending the recent PDAC conference in terms of attendance, investor sentiment, reaction to company newsflow before and during the event, and conversations with other investors and management teams. In addition, he reviews the value proposition that has his attention in the corporate news and strategies from 3 advanced gold and silver developers looking to go into the 2nd wave of the Lassonde Curve on the pathway to production in the next 1-2 years >> The companies we discussed in the interview are: Cabral Gold Inc. (TSXV: CBR) (OTCQX: CBGZF) – On March 10, 2026, the Company announced that the Environmental Council (COEMA) for the state of Pará has issued the Licença Prévia ("LP") for the Full Mining License at Cuiú Cuiú Gold District, Brazil. Sonoro Gold Corp. (TSXV: SGO) (OTCQB: SMOFF) (FRA: 23SP) – On Feb. 28, 2026 the Company announced the results of an independent updated Mineral Resource Estimate (“MRE”) and updated Preliminary Economic Assessment (“PEA”) on the Company's Cerro Caliche gold project located in Sonora State, Mexico. The PEA demonstrates the potential viability for a ten-year life of mine (“LOM”), open pit, heap leach mining operation with an initial one-year ramp up production rate of 12,000 tonnes per day (“tpd”) and an increase to 16,000 tpd for the remaining LOM. Cerro de Pasco Resources Inc. (TSXV: CDPR) (OTCQB: GPPRF) – On March 02, 2026 they announced entering into a Project Development Funding Agreement with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (“DFC”), the development finance institution of the United States Government. Under the Agreement, DFC will provide up to US$5 million in milestone-based project development funding to support defined project development activities for the Quiulacocha Tailings Reprocessing Project in Peru. In addition, the Agreement states that DFC is considering the possibility of providing up to US$300 million in long term direct loan financing to support construction of the Project. * In full disclosure, some companies mentioned by Erik in this interview, are positions held in his personal portfolio, and also may be site sponsors of The Hedgeless Horseman website at the time of this recording. Click here to follow Erik's analysis over at The Hedgeless Horseman website For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks: The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/ Shad's resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security. Investing in equities and commodities involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.
「原油先物相場92ドルを突破 取引開始以来最大の上昇 中東情勢緊迫で今週35％急騰 米政府は船舶に最大3兆円保険」 中東情勢を受け、ニューヨークの原油先物相場が高騰しています。ニューヨークの原油先物相場は6日、イランに対するアメリカとイスラエルの軍事攻撃をきっかけに緊迫する中東情勢で原油の供給が停滞するとの懸念から上昇し、一時1バレル＝92ドルを突破しました。原油価格は今週だけで約35％急騰し、先物取引が始まった1983年以降、最大の上昇を記録しました。こうした中、アメリカのDFC＝国際開発金融公社は（6日）、原油などを輸送するため中東のホルムズ海峡を航行する船舶に対し、最大200億ドル＝日本円にして約3兆円規模の保険を提供すると発表しました。これはトランプ大統領の指示に基づくもので、ベッセント財務長官はFOXニュースの番組に出演し、次のように述べました。ベッセント財務長官：これにより石油、製品、肥料など、どのような貨物を輸送する荷主にも保険が提供される。（海上の）護衛もあれば、海峡を通過したいという声がある。実際に必要かはわからないが。ベッセント財務長官はまた、ホルムズ海峡の航行再開の時期について「アメリカ中央軍からの報告を経て状況を見極めなければならない。1週間か2週間になるかはわからないが、解決に向かっている」と述べました。
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In this episode of The Alan Sanders Show, dive into President Trump's bold 2026 power play: securing US energy dominance by stepping in to insure and protect shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. After Iranian threats and Lloyd's of London pulling war-risk policies, creating artificial chaos and skyrocketing premiums, Trump directs the DFC to offer affordable political risk insurance while pledging US Navy escorts for tankers. This move unclogs global supply chains, stabilizes oil markets, generates billions in US revenue, and weakens foreign insurers. Plus, explore how recent military operations prove unmatched American superiority, rendering Russian and Chinese defenses ineffective against US tech and tactics. America First in action, energy security, economic wins, and global leverage. Please take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, X, Instagram, GETTR, TRUTH Social, TikTok, YouTube and Rumble by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. And, consider becoming a sponsor of the show by visiting my Patreon page!
Watch on YouTubeGreg Coffey, a renowned fund manager has taken a 9.7% interest in Harena Rare Earths, as part of the company's £2 million subscription last month. Coffey has a long track record in fund management going back decades, having started out with Macquarie, worked with George Soros, and moved onwards and upwards from there. He currently has his own fund, which now joins RAB and several other major investment names on the Harena register. Meanwhile, Harena is cracking on with development work at the Ampasindava rare earths project in Madagascar, and continues in talks with the DFC. Harena's chairman Ivan Murphy joins us with all the latest news.
When the U.S. Development Finance Corporation (DFC) was launched in 2019, a big part of its mandate from Congress was to counter China's Belt and Road Initiative. That sentiment was a key theme on Capitol Hill late last year during the DFC's Congressional reauthorization, when lawmakers from both parties made urgent appeals for the agency to do more to challenge China in the Global South. Congress nearly tripled the DRC's budget from $60 billion to $205 billion to be used over the next five years. While that is a substantial increase, it's just a small fraction of what Chinese entities spend each year on BRI projects. Karthik Sankaran and Dan Ford, researchers at the Quincy Institute in Washington, D.C., join Eric to discuss why they contend it's a bad idea for the DFC to compete head-on with China, rather than focus on its original mandate to build market capacity in poorer nations.
In todays show, we're joined by Farhad Abasov, Chairman of Millennial Potash, a listed miner who are advancing the Banio Potash Project in Gabon, West Africa, a large, low-cost potash deposit strategically located on the Atlantic coast. Farhad is a veteran mining executive with over $3B in exits. We dig into the real impact of China's production drop, the rise of Africa's Atlantic potash corridor, and how Millennial just delivered a 275% jump in Measured and Indicated resources. Farhad breaks down what +100 metres of cumulative potash thickness means for solution mining, how far the system could extend beyond the 5% drilled area, and the toughest technical challenges posed by ERCOSPLAN. We also look at how the U.S. DFC-funded Feasibility Study evolves with this new data, what risks have now been de-risked, and what it means for future supply into Brazil, the U.S and Africa. KEY TAKEAWAYS Millennial Potash has reported a 275% increase in measured and indicated resources, raising the total from 1.7 billion tons to over 6 billion tons, indicating a substantial potential for the Banio Potash project. The project is strategically located on the Atlantic coast of Gabon, allowing for competitive shipping costs to key markets such as Africa, Brazil, and the Eastern seaboard of the U.S The Gabonese government is actively developing infrastructure, including a new port and power facilities, which will support the potash project and enhance operational efficiency. The thickness of the potash deposit, exceeding 100 meters in some areas, will allow for larger caverns, further reducing operational costs. BEST MOMENTS "We think that the drilling that took place last year and this year removes a lot of that technical risk. Now we know that the resource is large, capable of producing at a significant scale." “This was a major milestone for us... we did not expect that it would go up this much. We basically took the resource from 1.7 billion tons all the way to over 6 billion tons." "We think this is going to have a huge impact on supply, specifically for Africa, Brazil, and the Eastern seaboard of the U.S." "We have very good understanding of the southern part of the property... we think that mineralization actually is quite continuous." GUEST RESOURCES Millennial Potash Social Media Links Website: https://millennialpotash.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/millennial-potash-corp X: https://x.com/MLPotash Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MLPotash Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ml_potash YouTube www.youtube.com/@MLPotash Ticker Symbols: (TSXV: MLP | OTCQB: MLPNF | FSE: X0D) Email: ir@trxgold.com Tel: (437) 224-5241 VALUABLE RESOURCES Mail: rob@mining-international.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ X: https://twitter.com/MiningRobTyson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DigDeepTheMiningPodcast Web: http://www.mining-international.org CONTACT METHOD rob@mining-international.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ Podcast Description Rob Tyson is an established recruiter in the mining and quarrying sector and decided to produce the “Dig Deep” The Mining Podcast to provide valuable and informative content around the mining industry. He has a passion and desire to promote the industry and the podcast aims to offer the mining community an insight into people's experiences and careers covering any mining discipline, giving the listeners helpful advice and guidance on industry topics. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
Get ad-free, early access to new 10 Percent True videos: https://www.10percenttrue.com/pricing-plans/list0:00 intro and welcome back Buck1:38 weapon school genesis and selection6:21 3 times through and a baby on board!7:57 standing up the school12:42 light grey snub comes full circle!16:17 fighting institutional resistance in AFSOC18:16 the value and the sanctity of the debrief19:16 bilat story - AFSOC resistance continued23:10 prefacing weapon effects videos and opening eyes on BDA29:23 continuing the development story (FARP mission), regaining lost skills32:08 a negative experience 33:28 a positive experience (Hind story)37:45 decompression after the WIC, follow on assignments before returning as commander including some good bad and ugly 47:45 the slow clap 3 star - how does someone fail their way to the top?51:14 AFSOC culture, question marks, continued tribalism? 55:51 working with spec-ops operators58:40 “taking Tonopah”1:01:50 protection from and integration of fast movers1:06:03 dates 1:06:50 weapons officers deployed and first combat?1:08:10 setting the stage1:10:25 early days of combat 1:12:55 mission story - briefing on a post it note1:22:05 taking stock and stopping counting1:23:55 accepting the risk of descending below cloud and being shot at? 1:24:58 debriefing and decompression 1:31:15 feedback from “customers” (operators)1:32:50 another mission story featuring close calls, pointed feedback and subsequent fallout1:50:10 summarising the aftermath of the mission - and the greatest feedback1:54:10 the investigative perspective?1:57:50 need to be pragmatic in the face of AF “integrity”?1:59:52 pre-visualisation vs “just send it” 2:02:30 trying to mitigate operator dismay at refusal to engage2:05:47 other coalition partners - working with Brits?2:07:54 liaison/exchange?2:09:20 2nd DFC?2:09:50 Air Commando Hall of Fame2:13:18 reviewing more video clips2:25:20 the boat one!2:30:20 Phantom lovers avert your eyes2:32:02 funny mission story (the Padré)2:37:20 changes and the future of gunship2:44:14 letting go difficult?2:48:05 potentially another episode and wrapping up
Voilà 100 jours que Sidi Ould Tah a pris la tête de la Banque africaine de développement (BAD). Et, le banquier mauritanien affiche déjà une action positive pour ses trois premiers mois : la levée mardi 16 décembre de 11 milliards de dollars pour le Fonds africain de développement. Une hausse de 23 % par rapport à la précédente session des donateurs. Et, ce, malgré la baisse drastique des enveloppes d'aide au développement cette année. Le président de la BAD explique ses ambitions pour l'Afrique dans un environnement financier en recomposition. Il répond à Sidy Yansané RFI : M. le président Sidi Ould Tah, vous êtes à Londres pour la réunion des donateurs du Fonds africain de développement, le FAD, qui est, pour le dire simplement, une cagnotte réservée au financement de projets dans les pays africains les plus pauvres. Et cette semaine, le FAD a recueilli 11 milliards de dollars. Un montant que vous qualifiez d'historique. Sidi Ould Tah : Absolument ! Nous sommes pour l'élan de solidarité historique que nous venons de connaître, qui devrait nous permettre, au cours des trois prochaines années, de mieux répondre aux attentes des populations africaines, en particulier les 37 pays les plus fragiles et les moins dotés de l'Afrique. Du coup, cette année, qui sont les principaux contributeurs ? Malgré le contexte international que nous connaissons tous et qui se caractérise par des pressions fiscales importantes et aussi des pressions sur les ressources, les partenaires du FAD et les pays africains ont décidé ensemble d'augmenter leur enveloppe dans cette 17ᵉ reconstitution du Fonds. C'est un message très fort de solidarité avec l'Afrique et pour l'Afrique. Et aussi un message très fort des Africains pour la prise en charge de leur propre développement. Justement, vous vous félicitez de l'engagement de l'Afrique dans son propre fonds. 23 pays du continent qui ont contribué à près de 183 millions de dollars. Une véritable transformation, vous dites. Mais finalement, 183 millions sur un total de 11 milliards, cette transformation que vous vantez est-elle bien réelle ? Ce qu'il faut regarder au-delà des chiffres, c'est le geste lui-même. Je crois que c'est la dynamique qui commence et ça montre quand même un engagement très fort de la part des pays africains. Si on rapporte ce montant au PIB des pays africains contributeurs, on se rend compte quand même que l'effort est considérable. Mais ce qu'il faut aussi regarder, c'est la volonté commune des deux parties d'aller au-delà de l'aide publique au développement pour aller vers l'investissement, vers le partenariat économique, tout en prenant compte de l'intérêt de nos pays donateurs. Parlons de ces partenaires. Avant de prendre les rênes de la BAD, vous teniez pendant dix ans ceux de la BADEA, la Banque arabe pour le développement économique en Afrique, notamment financée par les pays du Golfe que vous connaissez bien. C'est cette « nouvelle génération de collaborateurs à grande échelle », comme vous le dites, que vous comptez développer ? Il ne s'agit pas d'individualiser des partenaires contre d'autres. Ce qu'il faut voir, c'est l'ensemble des partenaires de l'Afrique. Le continent a toujours reçu un appui constant de la part de ses partenaires historiques, et cet appui continue et se renforce. L'arrivée d'autres partenaires ne fait que renforcer ce partenariat, et ne diminue en rien le partenariat existant. Nous avons consacrée tout une journée au secteur privé avec un certain nombre d'acteurs financiers. Nous sommes à Londres qui est une place financière internationale. Dans ce cadre, le FAD pourrait jouer un rôle important dans l'atténuation du risque perçu dès qu'il s'agit du continent africain, de quoi rassurer les investisseurs et permettre le développement des projets transformateurs dans les différents pays africains. Revenons sur la Banque arabe pour le développement économique en Afrique, qui s'engage à donner jusqu'à 800 millions de dollars pour le développement en Afrique. Engagement similaire de l'OPEP à hauteur de 2 milliards de dollars. Ce sont les sommes annoncées par la BAD que vous présidez. N'y a-t-il pas là une alternative aux contributeurs habituels ? Vous savez, les besoins de l'Afrique sont immenses. Annuellement, on estime ces besoins de financement et de développement à 400 milliards de dollars. Donc, toutes les contributions sont les bienvenues. Toutes les participations sont nécessaires, que ce soit à travers la mobilisation du secteur privé, qui doit aussi jouer un rôle important dans la mise en œuvre des projets d'infrastructures, la transformation des matières premières, le secteur de l'énergie, des transports, les ports, les aéroports, les chemins de fer, mais aussi dans le domaine digital. En novembre, vous étiez présent au G20 organisé en Afrique du Sud et boycottée par Washington. Comment comptez-vous composer avec la nouvelle politique américaine des deals pour paraphraser le président Donald Trump, notamment sur les matières premières ? Les Etats-Unis ont toujours soutenu la BAD et continuent à la soutenir. Et nous travaillons en étroite collaboration avec nos actionnaires dans l'intérêt du continent africain. Le rôle de la Banque est un rôle de financement du développement et de mobilisation des ressources pour le continent africain, et nous continuerons à le faire, y compris avec le secteur privé américain comme la DFC, comme US Bank. C'est les projets qui vont contribuer à l'amélioration du bien-être des populations africaines. À lire aussiBanque africaine de développement: le nouveau président invite à «changer de paradigme» face aux défis du continent
We've got a full house with Tony, Justin and Eric today. We get into: The hottest NDAA takes on the airwaves (DFC, OSC, AUKUS, Taiwan, contested logistics, Xi's money) Tony has an amazing tv pitch for the deposed dictator White Lotus SOCOM creatine and super soldiers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We've got a full house with Tony, Justin and Eric today. We get into: The hottest NDAA takes on the airwaves (DFC, OSC, AUKUS, Taiwan, contested logistics, Xi's money) Tony has an amazing tv pitch for the deposed dictator White Lotus SOCOM creatine and super soldiers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tenha uma EMPRESA AUTOGERENCIÁVEL:https://bit.ly/4r4z96ENo episódio do Podcast EAG #322, Marcelo Germano recebe Luciana Conti, empresária contábil, cliente do EAG e autora do livro "Todo Milagre é uma Decisão", para desvendar o segredo de como sua empresa perde dinheiro sem que você sequer perceba. Luciana, especialista em acabar com o caos financeiro corporativo, expõe a negligência e a falta de visão dos números que levam 90% dos empresários a deixarem lucros na mesa. Entenda a diferença crítica entre Balanço Patrimonial (BP), DRE (a teoria do lucro) e DFC (o fato do fluxo de caixa) e aprenda a enxergar onde o dinheiro realmente está, combatendo erros gravíssimos como a mistura de CPF com CNPJ e a gestão ineficiente de estoque.A conversa aprofunda-se em erros táticos que destroem a margem, como a má gestão de bonificações, que pode resultar em dupla tributação e aumento de impostos. Em um papo de alto nível sobre estratégia tributária, Luciana e Marcelo debatem os impactos da temida Reforma Tributária, o futuro do Simples Nacional, e as mudanças na tributação de dividendos para a Pessoa Física. Você vai descobrir como o iminente split payment pode explodir o fluxo de caixa de quem não estiver preparado e a importância de um planejamento estratégico constante para a sobrevivência do seu negócio no novo cenário fiscal brasileiro.Mais do que apenas números e contabilidade, Luciana compartilha seu testemunho de vida inspirador, superando diagnósticos de paralisia e cegueira, e a lição de que "Todo Milagre é uma Decisão". Entenda como a Gestão (e a falta dela) afeta sua saúde e como a centralização e o workaholism podem ser uma fuga para problemas pessoais. Luciana revela como a metodologia do EAG (Empresa Autogerenciável) e sua famosa "Lista do Chega" a ajudaram a reconstruir uma empresa com propósito e autoridade. Assista, aprenda a aplicar a gestão por resultados e receba um comando final para transformar sua vida pessoal e profissional.
Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: Ambitious plans for the US International Development Finance Corp., or DFC, are on hold pending congressional authorization; how debt and equity “growth funds” in Africa are tapping homegrown pension funds and family offices (11:20); and why youth co-creators are the key to effectiveness in the new crop of AI-driven approaches to youth mental health challenges (18:05).Story links:“Bipartisan plans for a bigger, bolder US International Development Finance Corp. on hold as agency's authorization lapses,” by Kristin Kelly Jangraw.“‘Growth funds' in Africa are tapping local pension funds to reshape development finance,” by Lucy Ngige and David Bank.“Youth ‘co-creators' are busting (adult) myths about AI and mental health,” by David Bank
Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editor David Bank. Up this week: Ambitious plans for the US International Development Finance Corp., or DFC, are on hold pending congressional authorization; how debt and equity “growth funds” in Africa are tapping homegrown pension funds and family offices (11:20); and why youth co-creators are the key to effectiveness in the new crop of AI-driven approaches to youth mental health challenges (18:05).Story links:“Bipartisan plans for a bigger, bolder US International Development Finance Corp. on hold as agency's authorization lapses,” by Kristin Kelly Jangraw.“‘Growth funds' in Africa are tapping local pension funds to reshape development finance,” by Lucy Ngige and David Bank.“Youth ‘co-creators' are busting (adult) myths about AI and mental health,” by David Bank
Over the next week we'll be rolling out a special mini-series recorded live at the Emergency Services Show a collaboration with Catherine and the ESS team. The show is one of Europe's leading gathering for the blue light community: over 16,000+ professionals from fire, police, ambulance, search & rescue and support sectors. ESS showcases 500+ leading exhibitors, thousands of response innovations, live demonstrations, immersive training zones, and CPD-accredited content. Emergency Services Show 2025 If you want to dive deeper into all things ESS — who's exhibiting, the content programme, or how to get involved — head over to emergencyuk.com. Today's episode features two remarkable leaders. First is Phil Garrigan OBE, Chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council. After 35 years at Merseyside Fire & Rescue, Phil transitions into a national role where he'll advise government, steer strategic direction, and work with bodies like HMICFRS. Joining Phil is Air Vice-Marshal Dr. Fin Monahan OBE, DFC, PhD — Chief Fire Officer of South Wales. Fin brings a decorated RAF career (Harrier pilot, command roles, aerospace strategy) plus deep thinking on leadership, culture, and resilience. Over our conversation we explore leadership in turbulent times, evolving public expectation, how we support our people — and what a modern, future-fit fire service looks like. This is the first of our ESS special episodes. Let's dive in Access all episodes, documents, GIVEAWAYS & debriefs HEREJoin me on the United for 9/11: Memorial Stair Climb – Atlanta 2026 HEREPodcast Apparel, Hoodies, Flags, Mugs HEREPODCAST GIFT - FREE subscription to essential Firefighting publications HERE A big thanks to our partners for supporting this episode.GORE-TEX Professional ClothingMSA The Safety CompanyIDEXFIRE & EVACUATION SERVICE LTD HAIX Footwear - Get offical podcast discount on HAIX HEREXendurance - to hunt performance & endurance 20% off HERE with code ffp20Lyfe Linez - Get Functional Hydration FUEL for FIREFIGHTERS, Clean no sugar for daily hydration. 80% of people live dehydratedSend us a textSupport the show***The views expressed in this episode are those of the individual speakers. Our partners are not responsible for the content of this episode and does not warrant its accuracy or completeness.*** Please support the podcast and its future by clicking HERE and joining our Patreon Crew
Interview with Stephen G. Roman, President & CEO of Global Atomic Corp.Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/global-atomic-tsxglo-advancing-uranium-production-in-niger-6089Recording date: 4th September 2025Global Atomic Corporation presents a compelling uranium investment opportunity at the intersection of critical supply shortages and surging demand from both traditional nuclear power and emerging artificial intelligence infrastructure. The company's flagship Dasa project in Niger represents Africa's highest-grade uranium deposit, positioned to address America's severe uranium supply deficit of 45-46 million pounds annually.The Dasa project's scale cannot be overstated. CEO Stephen Roman emphasizes that the deposit will produce as much as every uranium mine combined in the US, highlighting its strategic importance to American energy security. With US utilities currently burning 50 million pounds a year while domestic production reaches only four or five million pounds a year when fully ramped, Dasa directly addresses this critical supply gap.The project benefits from exceptional market timing. Microsoft's recent joining of the World Nuclear Association exemplifies the sector's transformation, as Roman notes: "Tech now is getting involved with nuclear because they know that's the only way to power data centers and their development." This new demand from AI and data center infrastructure compounds existing supply constraints in an already undersupplied uranium market.Global Atomic has achieved significant progress on long-awaited financing, securing term sheets from both the US Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and an Eastern joint venture partner. The company's preference for the DFC arrangement has received substantial political backing under the Trump administration, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio now chairing the DFC and businessman Benjamin Black as CEO.Roman confirms the project has been basically blessed by the White House, the State Department and various others in the administration, representing a dramatic shift in US government support. This backing extends beyond rhetoric, with America recently sending delegations to the Sahel region to build relationships and address security concerns, directly benefiting projects like Dasa.Despite financing delays, construction continues with 700 workers on-site and earthworks nearing completion by November 2025. The project has advanced to the third of five mining levels, with civil construction now underway. Production is scheduled for Q1 2027, placing Global Atomic among the rare near-term uranium producers in an undersupplied market.The company has already invested approximately $250 million, satisfying the DFC's 40% capital contribution requirement for their 60% loan facility. Current financing needs of $250-270 million have been reduced due to this prior investment, making the project more manageable for potential partners.Global Atomic has secured substantial revenue certainty through US utility offtake contracts representing 90% of production. This customer concentration supports both cash flow predictability and US strategic interests in uranium supply security.The investment opportunity is amplified by Niger's improved regulatory environment, with the new mineral code reducing royalties from 12% to 7% while maintaining favorable overall terms. The company's 97-98% local workforce employment strengthens government relations during regional political transitions.With share prices declining from $5 to $0.50 during geopolitical instability, patient investors may find significant value in a strategic asset approaching production in an fundamentally undersupplied uranium market driven by both traditional nuclear demand and emerging AI infrastructure requirements.View Global Atomic's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/global-atomic-corpSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com
Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editors and journalists from our team. Up this week: Jessica Pothering discusses a new financing tool from Roots of Impact, Simple Agreement for Future Impact. Eric Stein joins from Medellín to talk about impact investing trends he's been seeing during recent travels across Latin America (8:30). And, Jessica shares how a medical oxygen company in East Africa managed to secure financing after the DFC reneged (16:40)."Forget SAFEs. Impact investors are incentivizing growth and impact with SAFIs," by Jessica Pothering and Erik Stein. “Peruvian impact investors are mobilizing capital for inclusive growth in the Amazon,” by Erik Stein"Kenya's Hewatele lands $10.5 million to produce medical oxygen locally, " by Lucy Ngige
Host Brian Walsh takes up ImpactAlpha's top stories with editors and journalists from our team. Up this week: Jessica Pothering discusses a new financing tool from Roots of Impact, Simple Agreement for Future Impact. Eric Stein joins from Medellín to talk about impact investing trends he's been seeing during recent travels across Latin America (8:30). And, Jessica shares how a medical oxygen company in East Africa managed to secure financing after the DFC reneged (16:40)."Forget SAFEs. Impact investors are incentivizing growth and impact with SAFIs," by Jessica Pothering and Erik Stein. “Peruvian impact investors are mobilizing capital for inclusive growth in the Amazon,” by Erik Stein"Kenya's Hewatele lands $10.5 million to produce medical oxygen locally, " by Lucy Ngige
有幾位彰化南郭國小四年級的小學生，看到火車站裡的東南亞移工常因看不懂中文，無法買車票，他們想幫忙移工解決買車票的痛點。小學生的行動讓移工很感動，更引起台鐵與媒體關注。幾年後，台鐵購票機已有多國語言選項。這項讓台灣更文明的社會進步，來自一群參與DFC（Design For Change）計畫的孩子，這個發源自印度電影《三個傻瓜》的教育計畫，如今在全世界遍地開花。 台灣童心創意行動協會（DFC臺灣）的創辦人暨執行長許芯瑋，曾是高中老師，受到學生自傷的衝擊，決定辭去教職，投入教育倡議。她把設計思考融入教學，幫助孩子發現問題，解決問題，並在當中找到自己的內在驅力，不再被外界價值觀左右，自信地走一條自己的路。 主持人：獨立評論頻道總監 廖雲章 來賓：台灣童心創意行動協會創辦人許芯瑋 製作團隊：張雅媛、鄭子鴻 ＊延伸閱讀｜對抗憂鬱海嘯：讓孩子練習失敗，是我這位老師最重要的功課：https://opinion.cw.com.tw/blog/profile/493/article/16293 ＊延伸閱讀｜暑假忙著找夏令營，卻忘了這堂最重要的課——我學會放手，孩子學會思考：https://opinion.cw.com.tw/blog/profile/493/article/16381 ＊立即收聽《天下學習Podcast》：https://hi.cw.com.tw/u/j7jy5LE/ ＊免費訂閱獨立評論電子報：https://bit.ly/354R9Za ＊意見信箱：bill@cw.com.tw -- Hosting provided by SoundOn
“We want to bring the human back. That's what we want to do.” — Danielle Foster, Founder, D Foster Consulting In a conversation that challenges current tech trends, Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, sits down with Danielle Foster and Shelby Page of D Foster Consulting, LLC to explore the real-world impact of AI on contact centers—and the people who staff them. Founded by military spouse Danielle Foster, D Foster Consulting (DFC) is a fully remote, boutique contact center powered by a team of over 40 employees—many of whom are veterans and fellow military spouses. The company offers human-led sales and customer service solutions, primarily to B2B clients in home services, construction, legal, and other high-touch sectors. In the podcast, Foster and Page share candid insights about how AI is being misapplied in the contact center world, especially when companies try to replace humans with automated agents. One client replaced DFC with AI voice callers for outbound appointment setting—only to return weeks later after conversions plummeted from as high as 15% to just 0.57%. “People were hanging up because they knew it was AI,” said Foster. While AI has potential, both guests caution against relying on it exclusively for customer-facing roles. Tools like AI-generated call notes, automated IVRs, and chatbots often miss emotional cues, personal context, and the nuanced needs of frustrated or high-stakes callers—such as those contacting a law office or roofing company during an emergency. “AI isn't going to note that the client was excited—or that they were nervous, or confused,” added Shelby Page. “That's something only a person picks up.” The conversation also touches on the unintended burnout AI can cause for human agents when escalations come in too late or customers are already frustrated by the time they reach a real person. DFC's approach—manual notes, live human engagement, and personalized service—results in stronger ROI, higher customer satisfaction, and improved employee retention. With flexible pricing, no contracts, and a mission-driven team model, D Foster Consulting is not only helping businesses preserve their customer experience, but also offering meaningful remote employment opportunities to military and first responder families across the country. Learn more about how D Foster Consulting is “bringing the human back” at https://www.dfosterconsulting.com
This week, we're taking a deep dive into the Trump administration's vision for the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation. The White House's proposal seeks to expand the number of countries DFC can work in, paving the way for it to invest in high-income countries — a shift from its initial remit to invest in lower-income countries. However, the U.S. Congress still needs to reauthorize the organization before the Oct. 6 deadline if any of these plans are to come to fruition. On the other hand, the Millennium Challenge Corporation is set to face a different future. While the organization survived the Trump administration's foreign assistance review, more than half of its programs are slated for cancellation. To discuss these stories, and others, Senior Editor Rumbi Chakamba sits down with Managing Editor Anna Gawel and Senior Reporter Adva Saldinger for the latest episode of our weekly podcast series. Sign up to the Devex Newswire and our other newsletters: https://www.devex.com/account/newsletters
SPONSORS: 1) GROUND NEWS: Go to https://ground.news/julian for a better way to stay informed. Subscribe for 40% off unlimited access to worldwide coverage through my link PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/JulianDorey WATCH MIKE BENZ ROUND 1 HERE: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1DVx7tcKIg2716Bsrlw0jx?si=RZSlOd2hRjODshhsbST1uQ (***TIMESTAMPS in Description Below) ~ Mike Benz is a former official with the U.S. Department of State and current Executive Director of the Foundation For Freedom Online, is a free speech watchdog organization dedicated to restoring the promise of a free and open Internet. MIKE's LINKS: X: https://x.com/MikeBenzCyber WEBSITE: https://foundationforfreedomonline.com/ FOLLOW JULIAN DOREY INSTAGRAM (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/juliandoreypodcast/ INSTAGRAM (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/ X: https://twitter.com/julianddorey JULIAN YT CHANNELS - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Clips YT: https://www.youtube.com/@juliandoreyclips - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Daily YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JulianDoreyDaily - SUBSCRIBE to Best of JDP: https://www.youtube.com/@bestofJDP ****TIMESTAMPS**** 00:00:00 – Iran-Contra Origins, CIA Structure, Proprietaries, Halloween Massacre, Khashoggi 00:10:51 – Proxy War, Khashoggi '83 Pitch, USAID's Permanent Role, Southern Air, Epstein Ties 00:11:51 – Southern Air Fallout, Epstein-Wexner, Fake Passport, CIA Hunter Link, Maxine 1998 00:36:26 – Reagan's NGO Web, Taliban Opium, 100-Year War Funding, Afghan Opium Boom 00:46:50 – 3rd Reform Phase, USAID Dirty Work, Epstein Intel Link, Trump Iran-Contra Rise 00:54:41 – Epstein & CIA, Ed Meese Iraq, CIA Financiers, 16 Clinton Visits 01:03:09 – Epstein-Israel Deals, Bechtel-CIA, OPIC 01:10:24 – Trump, DFC & Ben Black, Rappaport Dossier, Bill Barr Cover-up, Columbia Intel 01:23:12 – Harvard Endowment Ops, Columbia CIA Merge, Sudan Ops, Harvard Hedge Fund 01:45:10 – Soviet Collapse = Soft Power, Covert Action, Union Street Ops, CIA Funds Teachers 01:54:35 – Schizophrenic Public, Internal Ops, Rise of Covert Society 02:03:48 – Breaking the Halo, Credibility Crisis, Zelensky Crackdowns, Control Functions 02:14:09 – Harvard 'De-Wokify', Netanyahu vs Soros, MAGA Structure 02:28:06 – Epstein Net Worth Spike, Saudi–Elon Twitter, Beyond Blackmail, Disclosure Paralysis02:44:38 – Mike's Work CREDITS: - Host, Editor & Producer: Julian Dorey - COO, Producer & Editor: Alessi Allaman - https://www.youtube.com/@UCyLKzv5fKxGmVQg3cMJJzyQ - In-Studio Producer: Joey Deef - https://www.instagram.com/joeydeef/ Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 323 - Mike Benz Music by Artlist.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
fWotD Episode 3005: Dick Cresswell Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia's finest articles.The featured article for Sunday, 27 July 2025, is Dick Cresswell.Richard Cresswell, DFC (27 July 1920 – 12 December 2006) was an officer and pilot in the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF). He held command of No. 77 (Fighter) Squadron twice during World War II, and again during the Korean War. Cresswell was credited with being the first RAAF pilot to shoot down an enemy aircraft at night over Australian soil, the only man to serve as commanding officer of an RAAF squadron on three occasions during wartime, and the first officer to lead a jet-equipped Australian squadron in combat. His performance in Korea earned him both the Commonwealth and the US Distinguished Flying Crosses.Born in Tasmania, Cresswell worked as an apprentice electrician before joining the RAAF in July 1938. He initially commanded No. 77 Squadron from April 1942 to August 1943, flying P-40 Kittyhawks in defence of Australia's North-Western Area against Japanese raiders. Cresswell claimed the squadron's first aerial victory—the first by an Australian over the mainland—in November 1942. He was wing leader of No. 81 (Fighter) Wing in New Guinea from May 1944 to March 1945, simultaneously commanding No. 77 Squadron for a second time between September and December 1944. In September 1950, during the Korean War, Cresswell took command of No. 77 Squadron in combat for the third time. He oversaw its conversion from P-51 Mustangs to Gloster Meteors, becoming the first RAAF commander of a jet squadron in war. As well as Meteors, Cresswell flew F-80 Shooting Star and F-86 Sabre jets in combat while on attachment to the United States Air Force in Korea. He handed over command of No. 77 Squadron for the last time in August 1951, but flew six more missions as a Meteor pilot in 1953.Cresswell was responsible for converting pilots to jet fighters as commanding officer of No. 2 Operational Training Unit in Australia from 1953 until 1956. He resigned from the RAAF the following year, and flew with Bobby Gibbes' Sepik Airways in New Guinea before joining de Havilland Australia in 1959. Initially engaged by the company as a pilot, he later became a salesman. Cresswell resigned from de Havilland in 1974, but maintained his connection with military aviation, including No. 77 Squadron. He died in December 2006, aged eighty-six.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:35 UTC on Sunday, 27 July 2025.For the full current version of the article, see Dick Cresswell on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm standard Kimberly.
On this episode of the OneHaas Alumni Podcast, meet Christina Cairns, an international development professional who spent over 10 years at USAID and now helps expand financial access to under-capitalized business owners and entrepreneurs through the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC). With a background in international relations and environmental science, Christina joined USAID as a Foreign Service Officer in 2012 where she worked on climate change adaptation, clean energy, wildlife conservation, and improving economic conditions in places like sub-Saharan Africa and the Caribbean. Wanting to expand her financial knowledge, she decided to go back to school and pursue an Executive MBA at Haas in 2020.Christina chats with host Sean Li about her family's deep roots in California, the challenging and inspiring work she's done through various roles, including her time in the Foreign Service, the critical and often overlooked work of USAID, the impact of recent U.S. policy shifts, and her current role at the DFC.*OneHaas Alumni Podcast is a production of Haas School of Business and is produced by University FM.*Episode Quotes:On growing up as a fifth generation Californian“ I grew up in the foothills near Sequoia National Park and from an early age was raised running around in the orange groves and going up to the mountains. Every summer, my dad would take my two older brothers and I backpacking for a few days and give my mom some rest before she started teaching school again in the fall. And I think that really shaped me in many ways: my love for the outdoors, appreciation for nature, cold, clear water, fresh air.”On the recent policy shifts that have affected USAID“I think a lot of Americans had no idea what USAID was until they heard about it in the news this February when it was ripped apart. And they were told that it was an agency that had been corrupted and was basically full of waste and fraud.So I would advise people to do their own research. There was actually something called the DEC [Development Experience Clearinghouse] where we put all of the project information, where all of your taxpayer dollars were going for USAID work, into this database. It showed who the contractor or grantee was, which are the main forms of how we got money out the door at USAID, and what that money was spent on. I would encourage people to go look at the current data on foreignassistance.gov and to see what your taxpayer dollars were spent on.”On her role with the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation“ What we do is we put in place these risk reduction mechanisms or incentives for financial institutions to take on more risk. To lend to a farmer who doesn't have title to their land but is still farming it because of antiquated titling systems or whatnot, or to women who can't legally own land because it has to be in their husband's name. So, how are these people going to get a loan? We help facilitate or work with the banks, and a lot of times, microfinance institutions to open up their lending aperture and get capital to people who will make really good use of it.”On her efforts to continue the impact of USAID's work“ A former USAID colleague and I have submitted a proposal for funding to categorize all of the terminated climate projects that were started by USAID, with very basic information: what country was it in? What sector? Who was the local partner? What was the project aiming to do? How much financing or funding did it need? We want to put all that information into a platform for donors, foundations, impact investors, multilateral organizations like the World Bank or others, and ask, ‘Are you interested in continuing any of this work? This is work that has already been designed and vetted by the U.S. government, not to mention all of these people who are working on these programs are available if you would like them to continue the work.' ”Show Links:LinkedIn ProfileSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/onehaas/donations
Defending the Faith/Applied Biblical Studies ConferencesYoung Adult (18-35) get $90 off ABS registration and $65 off DFC registration!Follow on IG: @ go2steubenvilleDFC Link: stpaulcenter.co/DFCABS Link: stpaulcenter.co/ABSFind exclusive content as a Locals member!https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/Article Discussed in Episodehttps://theologyofhome.com/blogs/in-place-in-person/how-to-keep-the-wokeness-out-of-your-homeNoelle's books:https://tanbooks.com/authors/noelle-mering?srsltid=AfmBOorA9JKRSNcz9w-jRJGOScBZCyCp_D81EqAYdDvsrdImTotRcELJSummaryIn this episode of Seeking Excellence, Nathan Crankfield welcomes Noelle Mering, an author and mother, to discuss the importance of family life, parenting, and navigating today's cultural challenges. They explore topics such as keeping wokeness out of the home, the impact of technology on children, fostering open dialogue, and the significance of beauty in family life. Noelle shares insights on education choices and instilling a sense of mission in children, emphasizing the need for parents to lead by example in their prayer lives.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Noelle Mering Background08:08 Defending the Faith Conference16:37 The No Contact Movement and Its Implications19:36 Culture and Strategies to Keep Wokeness Out of the Home29:43 Building Trust Through Affection32:32 Encouraging Technology and Dialogue in Family Life40:59 Introducing Beauty in Everyday Life44:06 The Importance of Education Choices48:35 Instilling a Sense of Mission in Children52:18 Leading by Example in Prayer Life
As always, you are invited to join us on Locals!https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/Article Discussed in Episodehttps://theologyofhome.com/blogs/in-place-in-person/how-to-keep-the-wokeness-out-of-your-homeNoelle's books:https://tanbooks.com/authors/noelle-mering?srsltid=AfmBOorA9JKRSNcz9w-jRJGOScBZCyCp_D81EqAYdDvsrdImTotRcELJDefending the Faith/Applied Biblical Studies ConferencesYoung Adult (18-35) get $90 off ABS registration and $65 off DFC registration!Follow on IG: @ go2steubenvilleDFC Link: stpaulcenter.co/DFCABS Link: stpaulcenter.co/ABSSummaryIn this episode of Seeking Excellence, Nathan Crankfield welcomes Noelle Mering, an author and mother, to discuss the importance of family life, parenting, and navigating today's cultural challenges. They explore topics such as keeping wokeness out of the home, the impact of technology on children, fostering open dialogue, and the significance of beauty in family life. Noelle shares insights on education choices and instilling a sense of mission in children, emphasizing the need for parents to lead by example in their prayer lives.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Noelle Mering Background08:08 Defending the Faith Conference16:37 The No Contact Movement and Its Implications19:36 Culture and Strategies to Keep Wokeness Out of the Home29:43 Building Trust Through Affection32:32 Encouraging Technology and Dialogue in Family Life40:59 Introducing Beauty in Everyday Life44:06 The Importance of Education Choices48:35 Instilling a Sense of Mission in Children52:18 Leading by Example in Prayer Life
This Day in Legal History: Same-Sex Marriage Legalized in IrelandOn May 23, 2015, Ireland became the first country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage through a popular vote, marking a historic shift in both national and global legal landscapes. The referendum asked voters whether the Constitution should be amended to allow marriage regardless of sex, and the result was a resounding “Yes,” with 62% in favor and 38% opposed. The voter turnout was unusually high at over 60%, signaling widespread public engagement with the issue. This legal development followed years of advocacy and social change in Ireland, a country long associated with conservative Catholic values.The result amended Ireland's Constitution to state that “marriage may be contracted in accordance with law by two persons without distinction as to their sex.” This provision was later codified in the Marriage Act 2015, which came into effect in November of that year. The outcome of the vote represented not only a victory for LGBTQ+ rights but also a transformation in how Irish law and society conceptualize equality and family. It also had ripple effects internationally, inspiring similar movements in countries where same-sex marriage remained a contentious issue.Ireland's use of a constitutional referendum to secure marriage equality was unique and drew attention to the power of democratic processes to drive progressive legal change. It stood in contrast to other jurisdictions where marriage equality had been achieved through legislative action or court rulings. The campaign leading up to the vote featured stories of Irish citizens returning home from abroad just to cast their ballots, illustrating the emotional and civic weight of the moment. Major political parties and civic institutions publicly supported the amendment, a notable shift from past positions. Religious groups, while not uniformly opposed, largely cautioned against the change, yet the vote revealed a generational and cultural divide within Irish society.Ireland's decision on May 23, 2015, not only redefined marriage in its legal code but also signaled to the world a powerful statement about inclusivity, human rights, and democratic voice.The U.S. Supreme Court issued a ruling in a case involving President Trump's firing of two federal labor board members, offering reassurance that the decision does not extend to the Federal Reserve's leadership. The Court allowed Trump to keep the dismissed board members—Gwynne Wilcox of the National Labor Relations Board and Cathy Harris of the Merit Systems Protection Board—off the job while they challenge their terminations. However, the justices emphasized that the Federal Reserve is a "uniquely structured" entity, distinct from other federal agencies, and rooted in a special historical context.This distinction has calmed concerns that Trump might use these cases to justify firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whom he has criticized for not cutting interest rates. Powell, appointed by Trump and later renominated by President Joe Biden, is legally protected from dismissal except for cause, as stated in the Federal Reserve Act of 1913. Analysts welcomed the Court's reassurance, interpreting it as a safeguard for the Fed's independence.Nevertheless, some experts cautioned that the ruling isn't a definitive protection for the Fed but does limit broader implications from the labor board cases. Powell's term expires in May 2026, and Trump is expected to name a successor.US Supreme Court says Fed is unique, easing worries over Trump's ability to fire Powell | ReutersU.S. District Judge Susan Illston extended a block on mass layoffs planned by the Trump administration, ruling that significant restructuring of federal agencies requires congressional approval. This decision hampers President Trump's efforts to downsize or eliminate parts of the federal workforce, a central component of his broader government overhaul strategy.The ruling continues a temporary restraining order from earlier this month, which prevented around 20 agencies from carrying out large-scale layoffs and required reinstatement of those already dismissed. Illston's updated order refines the earlier ruling but maintains its core restrictions. The Trump administration had sought Supreme Court intervention, arguing the judge overstepped constitutional boundaries related to executive authority, but that effort may now be moot.Government attorney Andrew Bernie contended that Trump's executive order only asked agencies to explore potential cuts, without mandating immediate layoffs. However, plaintiffs argued that the administration's directives clearly pressured agencies to prepare for deep personnel cuts. These include proposed reductions of 80,000 jobs at Veterans Affairs and 10,000 at Health and Human Services.More than 260,000 federal employees are expected to leave their roles by September, many through buyouts. Lawsuits challenging these cuts are pending, making this ruling the most comprehensive legal obstacle so far to Trump's plans.US judge blocks Trump's mass layoffs in blow to government overhaul | ReutersEarlier this month, Ukraine's parliament ratified a landmark agreement with the United States: a legal, financial, and strategic framework that gives America preferential access to Ukraine's critical minerals and hydrocarbons — all while laying the foundation for a Reconstruction Investment Fund designed to rebuild Ukraine's decimated infrastructure. Sounds noble, sure, but let's not mistake realism for altruism.This deal is as much about strategic leverage as it is about digging rocks out of the ground.The agreement covers 55 minerals — everything from lithium and cobalt to uranium, titanium, and rare earths — plus oil and gas. The U.S. gains front-of-the-line privileges via a new limited partnership co-managed by the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) and Ukraine's PPP Agency.Ukraine contributes its share in the form of rights to 50% of future revenues from new or dormant (but not-yet-exploited) resource licenses. Meanwhile, the U.S. counts military aid as its capital input.But it's not just about extraction. This partnership comes with first rights to co-invest, first rights to offtake agreements, and most-favored-nation status for investment terms — all locked into Ukrainian law.And if those terms change, the agreement explicitly overrides Ukrainian legislation. That's not just economic partnership; that's policy primacy.If you're an American investor, welcome to your new favorite offshore zone. The fund's income is entirely exempt from Ukrainian taxation: no duties, no levies, no withholdings. The U.S., in return, “expects” not to slap tariffs under Section 232 or IEEPA. Taken as a whole, it's a foreign investment platform with the tax treatment of a charity and the legal immunities of a diplomatic mission.The deal even covers currency risk. Ukraine must guarantee free convertibility of hryvnia into dollars and indemnify U.S. partners if transfers are delayed or blocked. Even during martial law, capital flows to the fund are protected by contract.Any new licensee in Ukraine's resource sector is required — not asked — to make investment information available to the fund when raising capital. The fund then gets the right to participate on equal or better terms. On top of that, Ukraine is barred from offering more favorable terms to anyone else. And yes, this includes offtake agreements — the U.S. or its designees get the first crack.In short, Ukraine can't sign a better minerals deal with the EU, China, or any other party unless the U.S. gets offered those same terms. Call it diplomacy with a non-compete clause.The framework focuses on new or idle licenses — but existing ones remain a grey zone. Ukraine would need new legislation to bring those under the fund's umbrella, and many current PSA holders have legislative stability guarantees that would make retroactive changes nearly impossible. Unless these assets are re-tendered or voluntarily integrated, they risk becoming an unaligned economic orbit, limiting the fund's reach.Here's the mineral-sized asterisk: this won't generate revenue tomorrow. Rare earth mines can take 10 to 20 years and $2 billion each to become operational. Many Ukrainian deposits remain unmapped, some are under occupation, and wartime damage to infrastructure makes transport and processing a logistical fantasy.While the agreement doesn't spell out a formal role for U.S. companies, it's not hard to guess the playbook: preferential licensing, co-investment with the fund, and possibly DFC-backed bonds aimed at U.S. institutional investors. Ukraine has openly stated its expectation that the fund will “look for investors” — and you can bet the Pentagon-adjacent venture funds are already circling like vultures.The Reconstruction Investment Fund is less about rebuilding Ukraine and more about anchoring it economically to the West. It creates a structured, American-led investment regime that rewards alignment, punishes deviation, and ensures U.S. interests are literally embedded in Ukraine's subsoil.Is this a win-win? Potentially. Ukraine gets capital, infrastructure, and a postwar economic vision. The U.S. gets mineral security, geopolitical leverage, and a new model for development diplomacy in conflict zones.But don't mistake this for benevolence. This is not a Marshall Plan — it's a minerals plan with a spreadsheet and a strategy memo. And the terms are clear: the rocks are Ukrainian, but the steering wheel? American.Breaking ground: U.S.-Ukraine mineral deal ratified in Ukraine, paving the way for reconstruction | ReutersGustav Holst, born in 1874 in England, was a composer whose music bridged the Romantic and modern eras with a uniquely English voice. Best known for his orchestral suite The Planets, Holst also made lasting contributions to wind band literature, a genre he approached with both seriousness and innovation. Among his most celebrated works in this realm is the Second Suite in F for Military Band, Op. 28, No. 2, composed in 1911. Unlike many composers of the time who treated band music as secondary, Holst infused his suite with depth, structure, and folkloric authenticity.The first movement of the suite, March: Allegro, opens with a vibrant and engaging theme based on the Somerset folk tune “Morris Dance.” Holst immediately establishes a sense of forward momentum and bright sonority that captures the distinct color of a military band. This is soon followed by a more lyrical trio section, featuring the melody “Swansea Town,” which provides a warm contrast before the return of the energetic march. The entire movement showcases Holst's gift for counterpoint, clever orchestration, and thematic development, all while remaining accessible and rhythmically compelling.As this week's closing theme, Holst's March: Allegro from the Second Suite offers a rousing, optimistic send-off. It's a reminder of the power of wind ensembles to convey both complexity and joy—and of Holst's enduring legacy in shaping modern band repertoire. The movement reflects not only his compositional brilliance but also his respect for English folk traditions, seamlessly translated into a format meant for public performance and communal appreciation.Without further ado, Gustav Holst's Second Suite in F for Military Band, Op. 28, No.2 – enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe
Few days ago, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) issued an indictment against executives of the Adani Group for orchestrating a massive bribery scheme to secure solar energy contracts worth billions of dollars in India. The indictment specifically states that, between July 2021 and February 2022, the Adanis and their associates promised bribes to Indian government officials to secure agreements with state-run electricity distribution companies, which in turn entered into power supply agreements with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). The contracts were expected to generate profits of approximately US$2 billion over the next two decades, according to the petition. However, a year ago in November 2023, Adani (like Milele Energy in Sierra Leone) received US$553 million debt financing from the United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) to fund the Colombo Port Terminal in Sri Lanka, a project in which the Adani Group held 51% ownership. In Sierra Leone, Milele Energy similarly received over US$400 million in DFC debt financing for a corruptly awarded energy project in Freetown. The contract relating to the Western Area Power Generation Project was never advertised or put on a public tender, and was secretly awarded to Milele Energy executives by Julius Maada Bio following deal arrangements and negotiations brokered in Lebanon, Nairobi, Dubai, and Freetown between 2021 and 2023. In this episode, we ask what are the implications of the Adani Group indictment for Milele Energy's corrupt acquisition of Sierra Leone's Western Area Power Generation Project? Also, what is the relationship between the Adani Group corruption case and our ongoing efforts to scrutinize corrupt acquisition of critical infrastructure and service related contracts by US financed corporations in Sierra Leone, including Milele Energy and the Summa Group? Thus, we point out the need to investigate DFC's operation in Sierra Leone from 2021 to present. This episode is part of the Voice from Exile series of the Africanist Press.
New episode! This week I'm joined by Raven Hunter, Brad Sadler & Gozza to discuss one of the pioneers of Midwest Hip-Hop. One of the first to come out of the Midwest nationally, he gave us a classic debut album with an even more classic song. And through the 90's a new album almost every year. From his early work with DFC, to his work with 2Pac, The D.O.C., Too Short and more, MC Breed is a true Hip-Hop icon. Did your favorite Breed song make the cut? As always the audio version can be found on all major podcast platforms (Spotify, Google, Apple, Deezer, etc.) and the video version on YouTube. Follow the podcast on Instagram & X: @b_boypodcastFind us online: www.riplak.comFollow Raven Hunter on Instagram & X: @ravenhunteryps
DFC Diesel tells us how castings can cause old - or even new - engines to fail. And it's not necessarily from big power power levels. We go into detail about engine blocks, head castings, and new parts causing big issues. How does DFC avoid those issues when building an engine? Give a listen and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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