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When news broke that the FDA finally approved bemotrizinol — the first new sunscreen ingredient cleared in the United States in over two decades — many people in the health community celebrated it as the ultimate breakthrough in sun protection.  Since it's been used safely across Europe for over 20 years and underwent extensive safety testing, the immediate assumption is that any bemotrizinol-based sunscreen hitting shelves is an automatic win for clean living.  But that assumes the active ingredient is the only thing ending up on your skin. So the real issue isn't whether bemotrizinol itself is safe — it's how manufacturers formulate the actual products they sell to consumers. In this episode, I break down the science and safety profile behind bemotrizinol, explain why I ordered the first product available on Amazon the moment it launched, and reveal why I sent it right back without even opening the bottle. On paper, bemotrizinol is arguably the best chemical UV filter available. Unlike older chemical sunscreen ingredients that readily absorb through the skin into the bloodstream and act as endocrine disruptors, bemotrizinol has a large molecular weight that prevents it from crossing the skin-blood barrier.  Multiple clinical trials show zero detectable absorption even with repeated daily applications. It's exceptionally photostable, does not mimic estrogen or suppress testosterone, and offers broad-spectrum protection without leaving the thick white cast typical of physical mineral blockers. The problem begins when you look at the rest of the bottle. Curious to see what was currently available, I bought an SPF 50 sunscreen from BioPop Health marketed prominently around its bemotrizinol content. But turning the bottle over revealed a lineup of problematic companion ingredients: octinoxate (a known xenoestrogen banned in Hawaii and Palau for environmental and hormonal toxicity), a formaldehyde-releasing preservative, an iodine releaser restricted in Europe, propylparabens, and synthetic fragrances.  Combining an advanced, clean UV filter with legacy endocrine-disrupting chemicals defeats the entire purpose of seeking out a better ingredient. My personal approach to the sun hasn't changed: I focus on building a natural UV callus through gradual, year-round exposure, and I rely on shade, protective clothing, or clean mineral sunscreen from OneSkin when intense sun demands it.  Bemotrizinol is a genuinely promising ingredient, but until reputable brands release clean formulations free of hormone-disrupting fillers, grabbing the first bemotrizinol sunscreen you see on the market is a mistake. Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Peluva! Peluva makes minimalist shoes to support optimal foot, back and joint health. I started wearing Peluvas several months ago, and I haven't worn regular shoes since. I encourage you to consider trading your sneakers or training shoes for a pair of Peluvas, and then watch the health of your feet and lower back improve while reducing your risk of injury.  To learn more about why I love Peluva barefoot shoes, check out my in-depth review: https://michaelkummer.com/health/peluva-review/  And use code MICHAEL to get 10% off your first pair: https://michaelkummer.com/go/peluva  Learn More: 136: Rethinking Sun Exposure From Scratch: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/136-rethinking-sun-exposure-from-scratch/ OneSkin Sunscreen Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VzxwbOcLiVs  21: Is Sunscreen Destroying Your Health?: https://www.primalshiftpodcast.com/is-sunscreen-destroying-your-health/  In this episode: 00:00 Intro: FDA approves Bemotrizinol 01:27 Review: Bemotrizinol-Based Sunscreen SPF 50 02:28 How sunscreens absorb 05:16 Why it took 20 years to get approved 05:46 Ingredient list red flags 08:00 Octinoxate hormone risks 10:01 More toxic additives 10:55 Will I use sunscreen? 13:14 Final thoughts Find me on social media for more health and wellness content: Website: https://michaelkummer.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelKummer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/primalshiftpodcast/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/michaelkummer/ Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mkummer82 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmichaelkummer/ [Medical Disclaimer] The information shared on this video is for educational purposes only, is not a substitute for the advice of medical doctors or registered dietitians (which I am not) and should not be used to prevent, diagnose, or treat any condition. Consult with a physician before starting a fitness regimen, adding supplements to your diet, or making other changes that may affect your medications, treatment plan, or overall health. [Affiliate Disclaimer] I earn affiliate commissions from some of the brands and products I review on this channel. While that doesn't change my editorial integrity, it helps make this channel happen. If you'd like to support me, please use my affiliate links or discount code.

What happens when you spend your life trying to find your way in a religion that never seems to have a space for you? Today, Mormon Stories welcomes Eli McCann, attorney, writer, podcaster, and humor columnist for The Salt Lake Tribune, to hear insights into his upbringing as a gay man in the LDS faith.Eli knew from a young age that he was gay, but understood that there would never be a place for him as an openly gay man in Mormonism. He served a mission, held leadership callings, and became deeply involved in the church while largely keeping his sexuality to himself. Eventually, after moving to Palau and serving as a Young Men's president, Eli reached a point where he could no longer reconcile his life with the church's teachings about homosexuality.He shares what led him to stop attending, come out to his family, and ultimately resign his membership—including the memorable experience of resigning with a Mormon bishop on top of a Book of Mormon. We also discuss the 2015 LGBTQ+ policy, his evolving views on faith, and why he has chosen to remain in Utah despite his complicated relationship with Mormonism.Eli is now known for finding humor in the quirks of Mormon culture through his writing for The Salt Lake Tribune. His new book, We're Thankful for the Moisture: A Gay Guy's Guide to Mormon Faith, Family, and Fruit Preservation, collects many of those stories and explores the intersections of Mormon culture, family, faith, and life as a gay man in Utah.This is a conversation about faith, family, sexuality, and learning to move forward without losing meaningful parts of your past.You can purchase Eli's new book here: https://www.signaturebooks.com/books/p/were-thankful-for-the-moisture___________________YouTubeAt Mormon Stories we explore, celebrate, and challenge Mormon culture through in-depth stories told by members and former members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as well as scholars, authors, LDS apologists, and other professionals.  Our overall mission is to: 1. Facilitate informed consent amongst LDS Church members, investigators, and non-members regarding Mormon history, doctrine, and theology2. Support Mormons (and members of other high-demand religions) who are experiencing a religious faith crisis3. Promote healing, growth and community for those who choose to leave the LDS Church or other high demand religions

Warming waters are an existential threat to coral reefs, and for people who want to restore them. But in the Republic of Palau, researchers are testing out an approach to help restored reefs survive hotter temperatures — before it's too late. To watch this episode on video, find us on Netflix! Guests: Benji Jones, senior environmental correspondent at Vox For show transcripts, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unxtranscripts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For more, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unexplainable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠And please email us! ⁠⁠⁠unexplainable@vox.com⁠⁠⁠We read every email.Support Unexplainable (and get ad-free episodes) by becoming a Vox Member today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/members⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Judit Barlan i la seva junta viuran enguany la primera Festa Major al capdavant de l'Agrupació de Balls Populars de Sitges. Aquests són dies de molt de moviment al Palau del Rei Moro perquè la festa s'acosta i es vol tenir tot a punt. Assajos dels balls, les cosidores fent la seva indispensable tasca per deixar tota la roba a punt... Amb la nova presidenta de l'ABPS hem fet la prèvia festamajorenca de cada any, tot assenyalant la proximitat del 50è aniversari d'una entitat que ha jugat un paper clau en la evolució i el creixement de les tradicions populars sitgetanes. L'Agrupa farà 50 anys al 2028 i els Gegants Moros també en faran 50 just un any després, al 2029. Dos moments importants per entendre el paper de l'entitat en el sí d'una Festa Major que es viu ara mateix amb la màxima intensitat. Abans no arribin els aniversaris, l'ABPS ja és punt per viure una Festa Major que enguany veurà el resultat de la restauració del centenari Patufet o aquesta experiència d'acostar la festa i els balls als usuaris de l'Ave Maria, amb la possibilitat enguany de veure'ls ballar el Ball de Panderetes el proper 20 d'agost. L'entrada La prèvia de Festa Major amb la nova presidenta de l’Agrupació de Balls Populars de Sitges, Judit Barlan. L’Agrupa ja mira de reüll el seu 50è aniversari l’any 2028 ha aparegut primer a Radio Maricel.

 His week that was – Kevin Healy The impact of the Israeli genocide on the children of Gaza. Speaking with the co-founder of the Australian charity for Palestinian children Amin Abbas. Part 2 of an Interview with Professor Richard Broinowski recalling his time in Iran in the 1970's and the present situation there and in Cuba and Gaza. Correspondent with Islands Business Nic Maclellan with the preparations for the 2026 Pacific Islands Forum meeting in Palau. Mardi O'Connor talking about her three months in the West Bank with families under siege from right wing settlers and IDF. 

. - Изменение климата станет актуальной темой на Форуме тихоокеанских островов, который пройдет в Палау с 30 августа по 4 сентября. Звучат призывы к участию всех региональных игроков, чтобы не упустить возможности для прогресса. В прошлом году Тайвань не был приглашен из-за давления со стороны Китая. Как сообщили SBS в правительстве Палау, они ожидают, что к концу века целые островные общины будут потеряны из-за повышения уровня моря.Climate change will be a pressing issue at next month's Pacific Islands Forum, which is being hosted by Palau, with calls for every regional player to be at the table, so opportunities for progress aren't lost. Last year, Taiwan was among other non-member states not invited due to pressure from China. Palau's government has told SBS, it expects entire island communities to be lost to rising seas by the end of the century, calling on Australia to contribute more to climate adaptation. - Больше историй, интервью и новостей от SBS Russian доступно здесь.Слушайте программу на русском языке SBS по понедельникам, четвергам и субботам в 12 часов дня.Читайте нас в Facebook и подпишитесь на наши подкасты по этой ссылке.

Con la nostra Alessandra Valtolina, il direttore Davide Petri illustra l'essenza dell'iGV Club Santaclara, descrivendolo come un rifugio dove la bellezza naturalistica della Sardegna si fonde con un'accoglienza pensata su misura per le famiglie. «La sorpresa inizia quando si rimane colpiti dalla bellezza del luogo. La natura, il mare, i colori, la struttura immersa in un verde incredibile. Poi quando si inizia a vivere la struttura si scoprono ambienti dove le famiglie trovano relax, i bambini trovano accoglienza, sono accuditi con sicurezza e si può affrontare una vacanza sì con relax, ma anche approcciare sport e quindi trovare di tutto di più». Il testo mette in luce come il valore principale della struttura risieda nella creazione di legami umani autentici, capaci di trasformare una semplice vacanza in un rapporto di amicizia duraturo tra il personale e gli ospiti abituali.

From accountant to private trust architect — Shanna Faye breaks down how she uses trusts, offshore structuring, and crypto privacy tools to help people become the steward, not the extractor, of their own wealth.Shanna combines 30+ years in accounting, business consulting, and portfolio management with a naturopathic doctorate in alternative healing.In this episode she and Oto go deep on private trusts, ownership vs. stewardship, tax avoidance vs. evasion, crypto privacy strategies, and why she believes health and wealth are the same conversation.04:55 — Private trust vs. statutory trust: how Shanna found the difference11:55 — Ownership vs. stewardship, explained16:55 — Is there a one-size-fits-all trust structure?17:55 — Panama Foundation vs. corporation: structuring compared19:55 — Palau ID, alternate residencies & citizenship options24:55 — Crypto + trusts: cold wallets, Rocket Exchange, Panama27:55 — Tax avoidance vs. evasion — the real difference29:55 — The 1031 like-kind exchange loophole for crypto31:55 — The CBDC/FISA 702 bill nobody's talking about34:55 — Staying liquid in an uncertain system36:55 — Is AI good or bad? Shanna's honest take40:55 — Why there's no wealth without health44:55 — Community, tribes, and the toroidal field47:55 — Catherine Austin Fitts: "relationships are the future currency"48:55 — What the future monetary system could look like51:55 — Arcium: the encryption layer working with Solana53:55 — Shanna's services, strategy sessions & offers56:55 — Join the Friday Lives / Free Academy57:55 — Final message: you're responsible for your life

Biến đổi khí hậu sẽ là một vấn đề cấp bách tại Diễn đàn các đảo Thái Bình Dương diễn ra vào tháng tới (30/8 đến 4/9), do Palau đăng cai tổ chức, với lời kêu gọi tất cả các bên tham gia trong khu vực cùng tham gia để không bỏ lỡ các cơ hội tiến bộ. Năm ngoái, Đài Loan nằm trong số các quốc gia không phải thành viên không được mời do áp lực từ Trung Quốc. Chính phủ Palau đã nói với SBS rằng họ dự đoán toàn bộ cộng đồng đảo sẽ bị nhấn chìm do mực nước biển dâng cao vào cuối thế kỷ này, đồng thời kêu gọi Úc đóng góp nhiều hơn vào việc thích ứng với biến đổi khí hậu.

.Climate change will be a pressing issue at next month's Pacific Islands Forum, which is being hosted by Palau, with calls for every regional player to be at the table, so opportunities for progress aren't lost. Last year, Taiwan was among other non-member states not invited due to pressure from China. Palau's government has told SBS, it expects entire island communities to be lost to rising seas by the end of the century, calling on Australia to contribute more to climate adaptation.

Award-winning and bestselling author and maritime historian Eric Jay Dolin joins Big Blend Radio's "Way Back When" history podcast to discuss his compelling new book, "The Wreck of the Mentor: A True Story of Death, Despair, and Deliverance in the Age of Sail," a gripping work of narrative history featured by The New York Times as one of "The Nonfiction Everyone Will Be Talking About in 2026." Drawing from extensive archival research, sailors' journals, and Indigenous accounts, Dolin recounts the remarkable true story of the American whaleship Mentor, which wrecked on a reef near the Palau Islands in 1832. What followed was an extraordinary saga of survival, leadership, cultural misunderstandings, compassion, violence, and resilience that unfolded over four years and across the Pacific. In this fascinating conversation, Dolin also explores the importance of the American whaling industry, life during the Age of Sail, cross-cultural encounters between American sailors and the people of Palau, and how maritime history offers a deeper understanding of America's growth and its place in the wider world. Along the way, he discusses the challenges of researching forgotten stories, the importance of historical perspective, and why understanding both the triumphs and tragedies of history helps us better understand ourselves today. Learn more about Eric Jay Dolin and his books at http://www.ericjaydolin.com/ Check out the Big Blend book review and episode highlights: https://www.bigblendmediahouse.com/p/the-wreck-of-the-mentor 

Katie Macdonald joins Lester Kiewit with this week’s Pacific Dispatch, looking at growing tensions between the US and China in the Pacific, a New Zealand farmer exploring insects as a food source, and the extraordinary damage caused by one rogue seal, with a bill reportedly nearing AUD $50,000. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when an ordinary New Bedford whaling voyage turns into one of the most extraordinary survival stories in American maritime history? In this episode of The Photo Detective, I talk with bestselling maritime historian Eric Jay Dolin, author of The Wreck of the Mentor. Dolin has written more than seventeen acclaimed books on maritime history, environmental policy, pirates, privateers, hurricanes, and the American whaling industry, including Leviathan: The History of Whaling in America and A Furious Sky.We explore the tragic 1834 wreck of the Mentor, whose crew became stranded for years on the islands of Palau after their ship struck a reef. Erick shares how firsthand survivor accounts, newly digitized archival sources, and years of historical research allowed him to reconstruct this remarkable story of endurance, cultural encounters, and rescue. Along the way, we discuss why these stories matter to genealogists and family historians seeking to understand the lives—and sometimes mysterious disappearances—of their seafaring ancestors.Related Episodes:Episode 266: Military Images Magazine's Ron Coddington shares the stories behind Civil War PhotosEpisode 240: The Hidden Stories of Tattooing: Dr. Matt Lodder on Tattoos in Photography and SocietyLinks:Sign up for my newsletter.Watch my YouTube Channel.Like the Photo Detective Facebook Page so you get notified of my Facebook Live videos.Need help preserving your photos? Check out Maureen's Preserving Family Photographs ebook Need help identifying family photos? Check out The Family Photo Detective ebookHave a photo you need help identifying? Sign up for photo consultation.About My Guest:Eric Jay Dolin is the best-selling author of numerous works in maritime history, including Left for Dead; Black Flags, Blue Waters; and Leviathan. He now lives in Marblehead, Massachusetts, with his family. http://www.ericjaydolin.com/About Maureen Taylor:Maureen Taylor, The Photo Detective® helps clients with photo related genealogical problems. Her pioneering work in historic photo research has earned her the title “the nation's foremost historical photo detective” by The Wall Street Journal and appearances on The View, The Today Show, Pawn Stars, and others.   Learn more at Maureentaylor.comDid you enjoy this episode? Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. I'm thrilled to be offering something new. Photo investigations. These collaborative one-on-one sessions. Look at your family photos then you and I meet to discuss your mystery images. And find out how each clue and hint might contribute to your family history. Find out more by going to maureentaylor.com and clicking on family photo investigations. Support the show

El Palau de la Música de València conmemorará en la temporada 2026-2027 sus 40 años de historia con una programación especial que reunirá a algunas de las principales figuras de la música clásica internacional, además de reforzar el protagonismo de la Orquesta de València, que atraviesa, según destacó su presidente, Vicente Llimerá, "uno de los mejores momentos de su historia".En una entrevista en Hora 14 Valencia, Llimerá ha explicado este sábado que la nueva temporada incluirá 52 conciertos de abono (45 del ciclo sinfónico y siete del abono de piano), además de siete conciertos extraordinarios para celebrar el aniversario del auditorio, cuya inauguración tuvo lugar en abril de 1987.

In July 1831, the whaleship Mentor sailed out of New Bedford Harbor with 22 men aboard, hoping to strike it rich hunting sperm whales in the Pacific. They never made it. Caught in a raging storm, the ship smashed into the remote island chain of Palau — and within hours, half the crew was dead.What followed is one of the most harrowing survival stories in American maritime history. In this episode, host Blaine DeSantis sits down with New York Times bestselling author Eric J. Dolin to unravel what happened to the men who lived: hostage negotiations demanding 200 guns, years of forced labor and starvation on a tiny island just one mile long, forced tattooing meant to absorb the castaways into island culture, daring escapes aboard passing ships, and a naval rescue mission ordered by President Andrew Jackson himself.Along the way, Dolin pulls back the curtain on the golden age of American whaling — the stench you could smell before you saw the ship, the teenage "green hands" who'd never been to sea, and why most whalemen came home with almost nothing to show for years of brutal work. He also shares how he pieced together this forgotten story from logbooks, journals, Palauan oral histories, and more than 100 rare illustrations from archives around the world.Only 7 of the 22 men ever made it home. This is their story.

Cleo Paskal exposes Chinese cognitive warfare in the Solomon Islands, where identical pro-Beijing propaganda appeared in separate newspapers. She details China's aggressive pressure on Palau, utilizing economic threats, triad activity, and cyberattacks to force the nation to de-recognize Taiwan before an upcoming regional forum in late August. (6)

STREAMING MAKING JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING GORDON CHANG, STEVE YATES, CLEO PASKAL, CHARLES BURTON, 7-15-26The John Batchelor Show features discussions with experts regarding shifting political dynamics and security concerns in the Indo-Pacific and North America. Steve Yates explains the rise of Taiwan's TPP party, a former youth movement now acting as a legislative power broker that is pursuing controversial engagement with mainland China. Meanwhile, Cleo Paskal details how Beijing utilizes cognitive warfare and economic pressure to influence small island nations like Palau and the Solomon Islands. The dialogue also addresses Canadian domestic issues, including the geopolitical tensions surrounding the Gordie Howe International Bridge and concerns over Chinese interference within Canada'spolitical elite. Throughout the segments, the participants highlight a consistent pattern of Chinese efforts to divide democratic allies and expand regional dominance through both propaganda and trade promises.Formatted as a single paragraph. One correction: Cleo Paskal (source had Pascal).

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 7-15-261904 PERSIAMichael Bernstam discusses China's "colonial" economic relationship with Russia, demanding natural gas at heavily subsidized domestic rates. Capitalizing on Russian weakness, Beijing insists Russia fund its own pipelines while China signals a shift toward supporting Ukrainian territorial integrity, effectively throwing Putin "under the bus" to pressure the West. (1)Michael Bernstam explores Houthi threats to the Bab-el-Mandeb strait, which could drive oil prices over $100 per barrel by choking global shipping. Simultaneously, Ukrainian drone strikes have crippled Russian refining capacity and shipping in the Black Sea, leading to energy rationing, electricity shortages, and potential food crises in Crimea. (2)Bob Zimmerman provides updates on SpaceX's Starship test flight and the FAA's rapid approval process. He details the deployment of version three Starlink satellites, rumors of a massive new Louisiana spaceport, and criticizes a Texaspolitician's "irrational" investigation into Elon Musk's government grants for rural internet access. (3)Bob Zimmerman explains why AI is currently inadequate for counting lunar craters, failing to meet human accuracy standards. He also highlights the discovery of a potential black hole in Omega Centauri, discusses the desolate nature of Mars's Jezero Crater, and notes the mysterious, unexplained "spokes" appearing in Saturn's rings. (4)Steve Yates analyzes the Taiwan People's Party's (TPP) historic visit to mainland China. Originally a pro-identity youth movement, the TPP is now seeking political power through a coalition with the pro-China KMT. This shift complicates Taiwan's political landscape, as the younger demographic overwhelmingly identifies as Taiwanese, not Chinese. (5)Cleo Paskal exposes Chinese cognitive warfare in the Solomon Islands, where identical pro-Beijing propaganda appeared in separate newspapers. She details China's aggressive pressure on Palau, utilizing economic threats, triad activity, and cyberattacks to force the nation to de-recognize Taiwan before an upcoming regional forum in late August. (6)Charles Burton discusses the strained Canada-US relations regarding the Gordie Howe Bridge. Disagreements over ownership and revenue sharing led Donald Trump to claim a "victory" by coercing Canadian concessions. This dispute has fueled hostility in Canada, leading to a boycott of US travel and alcohol imports in Ontario. (7)Charles Burton criticizes the lack of transparency regarding Chinese infiltration in the Canadian government. He argues that Prime Minister Carney's administration prioritizes business interests over national sovereignty, ignoring warnings about espionage and transnational repression while pursuing empty promises of doubled trade from Beijing to counter US tariffs. (8)Evan Ellis reports on the collapse of Cuba's electric grid, marking the third major blackout in nine days. While the island devolves into ruin, the Trump administration weighs military action against potential negotiations with the Castrofamily, as China and Russia provide only minimal, symbolic economic and political support. (9)Evan Ellis details the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela following twin earthquakes. While US Southern Commandprovides tactical aid, the corrupt and inefficient Rodriguez government is unable to respond to massive destruction, including thousands of deaths and ruined infrastructure. The situation highlights the inadequacy of the current Venezuelan regime. (10)Evan Ellis examines political instability in Bolivia involving Evo Morales and the upcoming inauguration of Keiko Fujimori in Peru. He also notes unresolved tensions over the Falkland Islands as Argentina faces Britain in the World Cup, emphasizing Javier Milei's strategic shift toward collaboration with the United States. (11)Evan Ellis analyzes judicial cruelty in Brazil, where Flavio Bolsonaro is barred from visiting his ill father. In El Salvador, President Bukele is seeking an unconstitutional third term. Despite his high approval ratings and security successes, the move raises alarms about the global trend of abandoning democratic constraints. (12)Thaddeus McCotter reflects on the death of Senator Lindsey Graham and the rising global pattern of political violence, including the murder of a UK MP. He also addresses credible Iranian threats to assassinate the US President, suggesting that decapitation strikes against heads of state have become routine. (13)Thaddeus McCotter connects global energy prices to military strategy, noting how Ukrainian drone strikes on Russianrefineries impact domestic affordability. He warns that the Republican party must clarify objectives in Iran and Ukraineto address MAGA base concerns regarding "forever wars" before the upcoming midterm elections. (14)Judy Dempsey discusses the US naval blockade of Iran and European concerns over energy security. She argues that European leaders find Trump's policies unpredictable and emphasizes that the future must be built on transparency, democracy, and accountability to counter the rise of authoritarian models like communist China. (15)Judy Dempsey highlights increasing threats against European politicians, particularly in Germany from the far-right AfD. Despite the current prominence of "strong men," she maintains that authoritarian systems are unsustainable because the human spirit fundamentally requires freedom, which dictatorships cannot provide or permit in the long term. (16)Headers and affiliations omitted, tail numbers (1)–(16). Corrections applied: Thaddeus McCotter (source had Thaddius), Cleo Paskal (source had Pascal), Omega Centauri (source had Centuri), and Jezero Crater (source had Jazero).

Medical missionaries are often called upon to provide care that is beyond the scope of their training and previous experience. This interactive case presentation looks at the realities of clinical decision-making in a critically ill snakebitten patient, and offers suggestions on how to navigate similar challenging situations.

El director de orquesta y pianista español de renombre mundial Ramón Tebar regresa para su octava temporada al frente de la Orquesta Sinfónica de Cincinnati en el Festival de Verano de la Cincinnati Ópera 2026 para dirigir Carmen, de Georges Bizet —con libreto de Ludovic Halévy y Henri Meilhac—, los días 25, 29 y 31 de julio a las 7:30 p.m., y el 2 de agosto a las 3:00 p.m. en el Music Hall. El maestro Ramón Tebar es considerado uno de los directores de orquesta españoles más destacados de su generación. Lorena Mora-Mowy lo entrevistó en 2008, 2009, 2014, 2015 y 2021, cuando dirigió la Cincinnati Symphony en las producciones operísticas Turandot, Madame Butterfly, Romeo y Julieta de Charles Gounod y Carmen de Georges Bizet, de la Cincinnati Opera. Esta última presentación fue en un parque, adaptada a la pandemia, sin intermedios y al aire libre. Conocimos la historia de un joven de 15 años, director asistente de la orquesta juvenil de su ciudad natal, Valencia, España, con una lista de sueños y metas por alcanzar, pero muy consciente de que la suerte la tenía que construir trabajando. Ese esfuerzo lo ha llevado a ser director principal y artístico de la Ópera de Naples, Florida, y director artístico del Festival Arantzazu en España desde 2014. Anteriormente, fue director artístico y musical de la Orquesta de Valencia, de la Florida Grand Opera en Miami y director invitado principal del Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía de Valencia. El maestro Ramón Tebar está de regreso en Cincinnati, ciudad que aprecia y con la que mantiene una estrecha relación musical y artística. Tuvimos la oportunidad de entrevistarlo nuevamente para conocer su evolución desde el joven pianista y director de orquesta que conocimos en el 2008; cómo su amor por el piano lo llevó a conocer otros instrumentos, a introducirse en la ópera y a aprender repertorios; ahora que es más maduro, habla de lo que ha aprendido después de dirigir tantas óperas con orquestas importantes.

Send us fan responses! “Show me your authority” sounds like a movie line until you hear someone rehearse it like a real court strategy. We jump on a candid prep call ahead of a Friday hearing, where we focus on one goal: staying calm, staying precise, and getting everything onto the record so the court cannot pretend it never happened.We talk through unconventional legal theories and courtroom scripts around subject matter jurisdiction, Article III authority, special appearance language, and the pressure to plead. You'll hear why paperwork is treated like leverage, from building a fee schedule and invoice template to documenting notice by certified mail and tracking. We also dig into the emotional side of it: how you keep your footing when the system feels designed to label you, rush you, or trap you into answering the wrong question.Then the conversation widens into money systems and identity systems: trust accounts, funding questions, insurance as collateral, and the speaker's framing of Social Security as insurance and trust structure. We also touch Real ID worries, foreign ID options like Palau, Estonia e-residency, and why “status” language shows up in legal spaces. This is not legal advice, and some claims are controversial, but it is an honest look at how people try to regain agency through documentation, process, and mindset.If you like episodes that challenge assumptions about courts, contracts, and financial systems, subscribe, share this with a friend who loves to fact-check, and leave a review. What's one claim you want us to dig into deeper next time?https://donkilam.com FOLLOW THE YELLOW BRICK ROAD - DON KILAMGO GET HIS BOOK ON AMAZON NOW! https://www.amazon.com/Cant-Touch-This-Diplomatic-Immunity/dp/B09X1FXMNQ https://open.spotify.com/track/5QOUWyNahqcWvQ4WQAvwjj?autoplay=trueSupport the showhttps://donkilam.com

US & Iran intensify their strikes; a prominent Democrat calls for a new direction in U.S.-Israel relations; Operation Blessing aids Venezuela earthquake survivors; and the island nation of Palau could be key in a US-China conflict.

For small and resource-constrained health jurisdictions, data modernization isn't just about adopting new technology, it's about building systems that strengthen people, improve workflows, and create lasting resilience. Tmong Udui, an epidemiologist with the Palau Ministry of Health and Human Services, shares how Palau is leveraging Public Health Infrastructure Grant funding to modernize its health data systems. She discusses the challenges of managing siloed information systems, limited workforce capacity, and growing demands for timely, reliable data in a small island nation. Udui explains how lessons learned during the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated Palau's commitment to modernization, including the implementation of a national electronic health record system. She also explores the importance of stakeholder engagement, tailoring technology solutions to local needs, building institutional knowledge, and balancing ambitious goals with practical realities.This work is supported by funds made available from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), National Center for STLT Public Health Infrastructure and Workforce, through OE⁠22-2203⁠: Strengthening U.S. Public Health Infrastructure, Workforce, and Data Systems grant. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CDC/HHS, or the U.S. Government.⁠Public Health Infrastructure Grant: Resources & Impact - PHIGStrengthening Public Health Workforce Capacity in Island Jurisdictions | ASTHO

Vuelve La Terracita de Team Barça Podcast Nueva parada veraniega con La Terracita 6x03, ya con el Barça oficialmente metido en el curso 2026/27. En este episodio hablamos de la toma de posesión de Joan Laporta para su nuevo mandato, la presencia de Javier Tebas en el acto, el regreso del Barça a la regla 1:1 y lo que eso puede significar para el mercado. También entramos de lleno en el culebrón Julián Álvarez: oferta reconocida por Laporta, negativa del Atlético de Madrid y una gran pregunta sobre la mesa: ¿tiene sentido pagar 120 millones por el delantero argentino? Además, estrenamos sección con La Tribuna del Tribuneru, que nos explica la polémica con los pases de temporada del nuevo Spotify Camp Nou, y abrimos un nuevo Triple de Epi con David Fusté, de La Resistencia del Palau, para analizar la crisis del Barça de basket: tercera temporada sin títulos, salida de Xavi Pascual, cambios en la dirección deportiva, fichajes, bajas y el lío de Mike James. En la segunda parte, recibimos a Rubén Alba, nuevo candidato del Casting TBP 2026, para hablar de la planificación de la delantera del Barça 26/27: Julián, Ferran, Vlahovic, Kane, Lautaro, Lamine por dentro y posibles perfiles para completar el ataque. Y cerramos con el estreno del Boletín veraniego TBP de secciones, repasando la actualidad del femenino, filial, fútbol sala, balonmano y hockey patines. ⏰ BLOQUES DEL EPISODIO 00:00 Sintonía e introducción 03:17 Laporta vuelve al mando 13:40 Debate: ¿120 millones por Julián Álvarez? 21:28 Qué significa el 1:1 para el Barça 28:56 La Tribuna del Tribuneru: los pases de temporada del Spotify Camp Nou 34:43 El Triple de Epi: más crisis en el Barça de basket 48:55 El casting de TBP: Rubén Alba 52:51 ¿Cómo debe ser la delantera del Barça 26/27? 1:13:00 Cuestionario TBP al candidato Rubén 1:21:24 Boletín veraniego TBP de las secciones 1:28:25 Despedida y cierre Contenido exclusivo y apoyo: •⁠ Hazte socio en Patreon: teambarca.com/patreon •⁠ Fan en iVoox: sin publicidad por 1,49 €/mes •⁠ Invítanos un café: ☕️ ko-fi.com/teambarcapod Colabora con TBP: •⁠ Betbrothers → https://betbrothers.es/?utm_source=page&utm_medium=cta&utm_campaign=n0001&utm_id=0001 Participa: •⁠ Fantasy Biwenger: https://biwenger.as.com/go/team-barca-podcast-26 •⁠ Encuesta TBP: https://bit.ly/EncuestaTBP Tienda oficial: •⁠ https://www.teambarca.com/tienda Conecta: •⁠ X: @TeamBarcaPod •⁠ Telegram: bit.ly/ChatTBP •⁠ Discord: bit.ly/DiscordTBP •⁠ Contacto: oyentes@teambarca.com Música: Jamendo.com.

Understanding how values and communication styles differ across cultures is key to succeeding internationally. That’s why training in cross-cultural communication has become commonplace in the international business world. In this session, we’ll look at 6 dimensions of cross-cultural communication and their application to medical scenarios.

Entre l'1 de juliol i el 31 d'agost els Museus de Sitges ofereixen un munt d'activitats per tal de redescobrir el patrimoni dels museus a partir d'experiències musicals, sensorials, de recorreguts i d'activitats familiars o fins i tot de benestar com és el cas del ioga a l'alba, la darrera de les propostes que planteja una sessió de ioga a les Terrasses del Palau de Maricel. N'hem parlat amb el director de Museus de Sitges, Txema Romero, amb Mònica Porta i Edgar Mont-Roig del departament de comunicació de Museus i amb Carlos Izquierdo Capo, el responsable del disseny gràfic del Sitgestiu 2026 que aquest any té com a centre neuràlgic la llum. L'entrada El Sitgestiu 2026 clourà amb ioga a l’alba i proposa 27 dies d’activitats musicals, sensorials i culturals ha aparegut primer a Radio Maricel.

La cantant i trompetista Andrea Motis prepara un concert homenatge a Amy Winehouse al Palau de la M

The American whaleship Mentor met disaster in 1832, wrecked on a remote reef in the western Pacific. Stranded and running out of supplies, the eleven surviving crew members endured the harsh realities of shipwreck in an unfamiliar world. Their ordeal deepened when, within days, they encountered the Indigenous people of Palau—who approached the desperate sailors wielding axes, clubs, and spears. In this gripping true story of cultural collision, tribal conflict, and shattered hopes, award-winning historian Eric Jay Dolin masterfully brings to life the Mentor's ill-fated voyage. He chronicles the crew's years of perilous captivity, the tense negotiations for their survival, and the dramatic naval rescue mission that determined their fate.He is the author of "The Wreck of the Mentor: A True Story of Death, Despair, and Deliverance in the Age of Sail." https://www.ericjaydolin.com/http://www.yourlotandparcel.orgSupport the show

With nearly 1.3 billion disabled people in the world, we assume that the medical community focuses on physical health. But who is helping people with the emotional and spiritual impact of disability? In this session, we will explore the emotional and spiritual impact of disability and how the church and global workers can effectively support the disabled community with this critical need.

Andrew and Wendy Palau join us to share how their ministry is bringing the message of hope to communities around the world—and right here in Albuquerque. They highlight upcoming events like the Men's Outreach Dinner and Stories of Hope, designed to bring people together for powerful stories, encouragement, and the life‑changing message of Jesus. It's an inspiring invitation to connect, invite others, and be part of something meaningful in our city. The post Andrew and Wendy Palau appeared first on ABQ Connect.

Hello and welcome to That's So Auburn! I'm Nancy Backus, Mayor of the City of Auburn, and today's episode is about government relations, which, I know, may sound like a very official title. But really, it's about relationships and advocacy, problem-solving, and making sure Auburn's voice is heard in the rooms where decisions are being made. Today I'm joined by Megan Utemei, the City of Auburn's Government Relations Policy Advisor. Megan works closely with me, our City Council, city leadership, regional partners, state legislators, federal offices and community organizations to help advance Auburn's priorities. Megan began at the City just over two months ago and she stepped into a brand new role at our city. And it couldn't have come at a better time, because the work she does matters. Whether we're talking about transportation, public safety, housing, infrastructure, economic development, or funding for major city projects, Megan's role is to help connect Auburn's needs with the people and resources that can help move them forward. Megan brings 10 years of experience working on federal and regional issues. A major part of her career was spent working with U.S. Senator Patty Murray's office in both Washington, D.C. and Seattle, where she helped secure federal funding and support for local elected officials, community-based organizations and stakeholders across King County. She has also worked on immigration issues as a congressional liaison to the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security. Megan earned her Executive Master of Public Administration from the University of Washington, focusing on policy implementation at the federal, state and local levels through leadership. And outside of work, Megan was born and raised on the islands of Guam and Palau, and enjoys karaoke, reading, and spending quality time with her friends and family.

Hello and Welcome to the DX Corner for your weekly Dose of DX. I'm Bill, AJ8B. For the rest of this year, I am going to pass along a bit of extra information when I let you know what will be on the air in the next seven days. So many hams have joined in the annual CQ Marathon contest that I thought I would help them out, as well as anyone else who is involved in the Marathon. The great thing about the Marathon is that it truly is a marathon and not a sprint. You can join at any time and get credit for all the QSOs you have accumulated in the calendar year. So, when I come across an activation that I would recommend that you get in the log to help your score, I will announce it by starting off with Marathon Alert! I know that this seems corny, but you will know that the information that follows indicates an entity that is more rare than usual DX. If you are not as experienced with DX or the Marathon, you may not know what is common and what is not. I hope this helps you get key entities into the log to help your CQ Marathon score. The following DX information comes from Bernie, W3UR, editor of the DailyDX, the WeeklyDX, and the How's DX column in QST. If you would like a free 2-week trial of the DailyDX, your only source of real-time DX information, just drop me a note at thedxmentor@gmail.com TF1OL, Ólafur, and his wife will be on Boa Vista Island, Cape Verde, from June 12 to June 23 for a 10-day stay. During this time, he will be active on FT8 and FT4 on 80 through 6 meters under the callsign D4OL. {Marathon Alert} CE0Y – Easter Island will be active from June 20–27. Manu, CE3YMR, will be active from Rapa Nui (Easter Island) under the callsign 3G0YM. 5H – Tanzania - A reminder, the NK8O (Charles) work trip to Chihoni, Tanzania, is planned to start today and continue to July 2. Working around his job assignments, he will be on the air as 5H3DX. He will be using 100 watts to a dipole, vertical, and long wire antenna, CW, FT8 and FT4, 40-6M. He will upload the log to LoTW and Club Log. {Marathon Alert} C2 – Nauru - Phil, C21TS, confirms he will depart Nauru on July 22. Meantime, he will be working “a lot of new ones.” He has been doing some Club Log livestream and Club Log log search. He says 99.9% of the time Club Log has real time updates. Heavy rain occasionally blocks his internet connection. Phil has now made 132,000 QSOs, 40,400 of those being uniques, 272 entities worked, 269 confirmed, saying “and I honestly thought 260 was going to be max for here.” He even worked 3Y0K, with 50 watts and homemade vertical. On 80 meters, a tuner problem is “making life difficult,” with SWR rising after five minutes of operating, so he will likely not be on 80 much more. He was hoping for five-band Worked All States but is still missing NH, NE and VT. Presumably he means on 80. PJ2 – Curacao -PJ2/PH2M, operator Frank, will be on the air until June 29, mainly FT8 and “some FT4 and SSB,” various bands. QSL using Club Log OQRS, or LoTW, or direct to his home QTH. FS – St. Martin – John, K9EL, will be active as FS/K9EL until June 24, focusing mainly on 6 meters while also operating on 80–10 meters. He'll upload logs to club Log in real time and to LoTW daily. He plans to answer all bureau cards, though bureau replies may take several months. His station includes an IC-7300MK2, Expert 1.3, an EFHW antenna for 80–10 meters, and a Yagi for 6 meters, located on a hill overlooking the Atlantic. {Marathon Alert} T8 – Palau - T88RR will be active until June 18 from Palau. The op plans to operate on 160, 80, 40, 30, 20, 17, 12, 10, and 6 meters using FT8, FT4, SSB, and FM on 10 meters. The operator is JA6UBY, Yas. Logs will be uploaded to LoTW and eQSL. For a paper QSL, requests should be sent directly with SASE. He also says he will respond to bureau requests. If you have questions or need information, just drop me a note at thedxmentor@gmail.com

In 1832, a New Bedford whaleship called the Mentor struck a reef in the remote Pacific archipelago of Palau. The tiny, 100-foot-long ship began sinking immediately, and the 22 men who made up its crew were thrown into one of the most extraordinary survival ordeals in American maritime history. Ten men vanished the night of the wreck and were never seen again. The survivors found themselves stranded among island peoples with their own complex politics, rival confederations, and fifty years of complicated history with Western ships that the castaways knew nothing about. What followed was a story of captivity, starvation, forced tattooing, a rescue that made everything worse, and a years-long scramble across islands and ocean before the last survivors finally made it home. Today's guest is Eric Jay Dolin, author of "The Wreck of the Mentor." We untangle one of the great forgotten stories of the Age of Sail, and explore how fifty years of British guns and gunboat diplomacy warped Palauan politics long before the Mentor arrived, why the men who attacked the castaways with war clubs also cooked them lavish feasts and wept for their dead, and how crewman Horace Holden kept himself alive on a famine-stricken island when almost everything pointed toward death.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wreck of the Whaleship Mentor (1832) | Shipwreck, Captivity & Survival in Palau | Interview with Eric Jay Dolin In May 1832, the American whaleship Mentor was battling fierce storms in the western Pacific when disaster struck. Wrecked on a remote reef in the Micronesian archipelago of Palau, eleven surviving crewmen found themselves stranded in unfamiliar territory, their supplies dwindling and their fate uncertain. Within days, indigenous Palauan warriors approached bearing axes, clubs, and spears. What followed was years of captivity, tribal warfare, dashed hopes, and a fraught naval rescue mission that captivated the American public. In this episode, host Rich Napolitano sits down with award-winning maritime historian and bestselling author Eric Jay Dolin to discuss his book The Wreck of the Mentor: A True Story of Death, Despair, and Deliverance in the Age of Sail. Dolin brings this largely forgotten saga back to life, a gripping story of survival, cultural collision, and the realities of life at sea in the Age of Sail. In this episode:

Este sábado, Julia en la onda se ha trasladado hasta el Palau Robert de Barcelona, uno de los espacios de divulgación y exposiciones más emblemáticos de la Generalitat de Catalunya, para realizar un programa especial centrado en algunos de los principales retos económicos y sociales que afronta la comunidad.

Un incendio en la Región de Murcia, en el parque de El Valle-Carrascoy, ha quemado ya, al menos, 177 hectáreas. El Gobierno murciano ha pedido ayuda a la UME, que ya se ha desplegado. En Valencia, decenas de profesores han acampado por segunda noche en la plaza de la Virgen, en el centro de la ciudad y a pocos metros del Palau de la Generalitat, para reclaman mejoras en la Educación Pública. Llevan ya 18 días de huelga indefinida. Además, Feijóo buscó el apoyo de los empresarios catalanes para que ejercieran presión sobre Junts para lograr sus votos en una moción de censura, pero los de Puigdemont le respondieron previamente que cualquier oferta debe pasar por una reunión en Waterloo, lo que rebaja las expectativas de los populares.

Eleven surviving crewmen faced the miseries of shipwreck and the uncertainty of contact with the Indigenous people of the Micronesian archipelago of Palau.

La pianista y cantante Eliane Elias acaba de publicar 'Ao vivo', disco grabado en concierto en San Francisco el 21 de octubre de 2023, con clásicos brasileños como 'Você' de Roberto Menescal y Ronaldo Bôscoli, 'Você e eu' de Carlos Lyra y Vinicius de Moraes y 'Eu sambo mesmo' de Janet de Almeida, su composición 'At first sight' o 'Esta tarde vi llover' del mexicano Armando Manzanero. La cantante holandesa Josee Koning publicó hace dos años 'Doce presença', con Ivan Lins como invitado, y grabaciones de 'Paciência' de Lenine, 'Sei là porque' de Celso Viafora o la canción de Lins que le da título. De Ivan Lins es también 'Choro das águas', que Joan Chamorro and Friends grabaron hace tres años en el Palau de la Música Catalana de Barcelona para el disco 'Sant Andreu abraça Brasil vol. 2', con canciones como 'Só tinha de ser com você', 'Na carreira' o 'Azul'. Despide Edson Natale con 'Pinda'. Escuchar audio

In May of 1832, an American whaleship called the Mentor went down on a remote reef in the western Pacific. Of the crew, eleven men made it out alive, but surviving the wreck was only the beginning. They found themselves stranded on unfamiliar shores, running low on supplies, and before long they were face to face with the Indigenous people of Palau, who approached them cautiously and heavily armed. My returning guest is best-selling author Eric Jay Dolin, and his new book is called The Wreck of the Mentor: A True Story of Death, Despair, and Deliverance in the Age of Sail. In this conversation he walks us through the shipwreck, the crew's captivity, the clash of cultures and much more. The author's website: https://www.ericjaydolin.com/ The author on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericjayd/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, the fellas talk with Jim Williams, with PALAU, about the Latin American church.

The practice of healthcare is inherently powerful, and our patients are vulnerable to our power. Though power can be abused, the righteous use of power, for the benefit of the vulnerable, is profoundly Christlike. We will explore the lessons of power which help us understand our roles, including the fundamental nature of professionalism and key kingdom strategies of healthcare missions.

Transforming healthcare delivery in resource-limited contexts around the world calls for compassionate, innovative solutions. Learn how The Luke Commission is bringing healthcare to the most isolated and underserved in Eswatini through a scalable model for advancing health equity.

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What is cultural distress? It is a negative response rooted in a cultural conflict where the patient lacks control over their situation. It results in more physiologic effects on the body resulting in allostatic overload. To prevent this, healthcare practitioners must use strategies such as cultural humility to help patients navigate healthcare. Come find the best ways to deliver culturally sensitive care in any setting.