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In this On Location episode during OWASP AppSec Global 2025 in Barcelona, Maria Mora, Staff Application Security Engineer and active OWASP lifetime member, shares how her experience at the OWASP AppSec Global conference in Barcelona has reaffirmed the power of community in security. While many attendees chase back-to-back talks and technical training, Maria highlights something often overlooked—connection. Whether at the member lounge ping-pong table, during late-night beach meetups, or over keynote reflections, it's the relationships and shared purpose that make this event resonate.Maria emphasizes how her own journey into OWASP began with uncertainty but evolved into a meaningful path of participation. Through volunteering, serving on the events committee, and mentoring others, she has expanded not only her technical toolkit but also her ability to collaborate and communicate—skills she notes are essential in InfoSec but rarely prioritized. By stepping into the OWASP community, she's learned that you don't need decades of experience to contribute—just a willingness to start.Keynotes and sessions this year reinforced a similar message: security isn't just about hard skills. It's about bridging academia and industry, engaging first-time attendees, and creating welcoming spaces where no one feels like an outsider. Talks like Sarah Jané's encouraged attendees to find their own ways to give back, whether by submitting to the call for papers, helping with logistics, or simply sparking hallway conversations.Maria also points to how OWASP structures participation to make it accessible. Through demo rooms, project hubs, and informal lounge chats, attendees find ways to contribute to global initiatives like the OWASP Top 10 or volunteer-led trainings. Whether it's your first conference or your tenth, there's always room to jump in.For Maria, OWASP no longer feels like a secret club—it's a growing, open collective focused on helping people bring their best selves to security. That's the power of community: not just lifting up software, but lifting up each other.And for those thinking of taking the next step, Maria reminds us that the call for papers for OWASP DC is open through June 24th. As she puts it, “We all have something valuable to share—sometimes you just need the nudge to start.”GUEST: Maria Mora | Staff Application Security Engineer and OWASP events committee member | https://www.linkedin.com/in/riamaria/HOST: Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast | https://www.seanmartin.comSPONSORSManicode Security: https://itspm.ag/manicode-security-7q8iRESOURCESLearn more and catch more stories from OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Barcelona coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/owasp-global-appsec-barcelona-2025-application-security-event-coverage-in-catalunya-spainCatch all of our event coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/technology-and-cybersecurity-conference-coverageWant to tell your Brand Story Briefing as part of our event coverage? Learn More

Mit Elden Ring Nightreign möchte Entwickler From Software viele Dinge anders machen, scheitert dabei jedoch an der Umsetzung. Der Multiplayer mit Battle-Royale-Einflüssen und Roguelike-Gameplay scheint bei etlichen Fans nicht wirklich gut anzukommen. Auch in unserem Test schafft es Nightreign bei weitem nicht, an die starken Wertungen des Hauptspiels und der Erweiterung Shadow of the Erdtree anzuknüpfen.Woran das liegt, und ob das in der Zukunft durch Updates noch besser werden kann, klären wir in Folge 169 des PC Games Podcast. Moderator Michi Grünwald hat sich dazu die beiden PCG-Redakteure und Souls-Experten Stefan Wilhelm und Yannik Cunha eingeladen. Das Duo plaudert über die Schwierigkeiten, die während der Testphase aufgetreten sind und ihre persönliche Achterbahnfahrt in einigen, frustrierenden Momenten.Bei einer Marke wie Elden Ring gibt's aber natürlich auch viele positive Aspekte. Wir quatschen deswegen nicht nur über die Probleme, sondern auch über gute Ideen. Denn trotz der Schwächen kann man in Nightreign etliche Spielstunden versenken. Lasst uns in den Kommentaren doch einmal wissen, ob ihr Lust auf Multiplayer-Action in einem Spiel wie Elden Ring habt oder ob euch der Gedanke daran schon abschreckt. Wir wünschen euch viel Spaß beim Anhören der aktuellen Podcast-Folge!Der PC Games Podcast - der offizielle Videospielpodcast der PC Games - erscheint seit über einem Jahrzehnt regelmäßig und liefert dabei wöchentlich gleich mehrere Talks zum riesigen Thema Videospiele.Unser Moderationsteam, Michi Grünwald und Vivi Ziermann, deckt dabei etliche Bereiche ab: Review-Gespräche und Previews zu brandaktuellen Games, nostalgische Rückblicke, Reports, Interviews und vieles mehr. Dabei gibt es natürlich auch immer mal wieder spannende Insights in die Spielebranche und in die Redaktion des ältesten, noch aktiven Videospielmagazins Deutschlands - seit 1992 am Start!Unser Spiele-Podcast ist vollkommen kostenlos zugänglich und neben unseren Webseiten auch auf allen großen Podcast-Plattformen - von Apple Music bis hin zu Spotify - zu finden.

Cherukuri Rajkumar (1954-2010), popularly known as Azad, spokesperson of the Communist Party of India (Maoist), served the cause of Indian revolution for over thirty five years till he was murdered by state forces. This is a collection of his writings and interviews about the position of Indian Maoists on various political, economic and social issues.Foreword - 00:08A Brief Biography - 04:261. Maoists in India - 08:432. On the "Comprehensive Peace Agreement" in Nepal - 48:063. Interview on the Developments in Nepal - 56:104. On V. Prabhakaran - 1:34:545. On Patel Sudhakar Reddy & Venkataiah - 1:40:586. On the Election Boycott Tactic of the Maoists - 1:45:327. Interview on the Government Military Offensive - 2:16:438. Maoists on Talks - 3:41:439. Red Salutes to Balagopal - 3:47:1810. On Telangana - 3:51:2011. On Sakhamuri Appa Rao & Kondal Reddy - 3:58:1712. On Dantewada Guerrilla Attack - 4:05:2113. Interview to The Hindu - 4:14:0714. Letter to Swami Agnivesh - 5:28:2615. On the Jnaneswari Express Tragedy - 5:37:1216. On Bhopal Verdict - 5:43:2617. A Last Note to a Neo-Colonialist - 5:51:19

What dreams do we have for our life? Are they God's dreams or our dreams? Both? Sometimes, we protect God from our own dreams, wondering if we gave into his ways and will if he would squelch our true desires. Other times, we give up on dreams understanding the call to discipleship to mean that dreams are for yesteryear. There is another way. Throughout the scriptures, God hints at what his true dream is and ways humans can partner with God with their own longings. This involves knowing God's heart, learning to wait, expecting opposition, and pairing our dreams with a call to obedience. Come bring your dreams, yourselves, and interested friends to kick off our new series this Sunday.- Series Descriptions -What dreams do we have for our life? Are they God's dreams or our dreams? Both? Sometimes, we protect God from our own dreams, wondering if we gave into his ways and will if he would squelch our true desires. Other times, we give up on dreams understanding the call to discipleship to mean that dreams are for yesteryear. There is another way. Throughout the scriptures, God hints at what his true dream is and ways humans can partner with God with their own longings. This involves knowing God's heart, learning to wait, expecting opposition, and pairing our dreams with a call to obedience. Come bring your dreams, yourselves, and interested friends for this series.

In this English lesson, we explore a surprising news story—Qatar is gifting President Trump a $400 million dollar luxury jet. Learn 30 or more key vocabulary words and expressions while diving into this puzzling story. Perfect for English learners who want to build their vocabulary using real news stories!

Continuing with Steven B. Epstein and Scott Robinson on the 1991 Denver Father's Day Massacre. Buy the Book "Deadly Heist" HERE: https://www.stevenbepstein.com/books Talks on: King's Defense Strategy, Witness Reports, Unexplained Anomalies, James King's remaining life story, and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die Wartezeit ist bald vorbei und dennoch noch viel zu lange! Anno 117: Pax Romana soll im Winter 2025 auf den Markt kommen und zeigt bereits jetzt riesiges Potenzial. Woher wir das wissen? Auf einem Event von Ubisoft in Rom durften wir den Titel schon mehrere Stunden spielen und einen Nachschlag in unseren heiligen Hallen haben wir auch bekommen.Redakteur und Aufbau-Experte Vik war für uns auf der Veranstaltung in der italienischen Hauptstadt und berichtet in Folge 168 des PC Games Podcast ganz frisch von seinen Eindrücken. Neben Host Michi Grünwald ist außerdem Maty zu Gast. Als Content Creator kam sie in Rom ebenfalls in die Versuchung, bereits ihr Unwesen in Anno 117 zu treiben.Das Trio plaudert daher über erste Erkenntnisse und warum sie glauben, dass Ubisoft mit dem Aufbauspiel ein großer Erfolg glückt. Das Interessante dabei: Komplett einig sind sich die beiden Anno-Fans Maty und Vik dabei nicht immer. Wir wünschen euch viel Spaß beim Anhören der aktuellen Folge und lasst uns in den Kommentaren wissen, worauf ihr euch in Anno 117 am meisten freut. Besucht auch gerne Maty in ihren Streams auf Twitch oder auf Social Media.Der PC Games Podcast - der offizielle Videospielpodcast der PC Games - erscheint seit über einem Jahrzehnt regelmäßig und liefert dabei wöchentlich gleich mehrere Talks zum riesigen Thema Videospiele.Unser Moderationsteam, Michi Grünwald und Vivi Ziermann, deckt dabei etliche Bereiche ab: Review-Gespräche und Previews zu brandaktuellen Games, nostalgische Rückblicke, Reports, Interviews und vieles mehr. Dabei gibt es natürlich auch immer mal wieder spannende Insights in die Spielebranche und in die Redaktion des ältesten, noch aktiven Videospielmagazins Deutschlands - seit 1992 am Start!Unser Spiele-Podcast ist vollkommen kostenlos zugänglich und neben unseren Webseiten auch auf allen großen Podcast-Plattformen - von Apple Music bis hin zu Spotify - zu finden.

Send us a textWhat does motherhood really mean when you don't have children of your own? I'm diving into this question from my personal perspective as a married woman without kids who's still figuring out if biological parenthood is part of my journey.The biblical instruction to "be fruitful and multiply" often gets brought up in conversations about having children. But looking deeper, I've found powerful meaning by breaking it down: "be" (to exist), "fruitful" (exhibiting the fruits of the spirit like love, joy, peace), and "multiply" (to increase). This reframing has shown me that nurturing the next generation extends far beyond having biological children.Through my experience mentoring with Big Brothers Big Sisters, I've discovered the profound connection that forms when you consistently show up for a child who isn't biologically yours. Despite knowing my "little sister" for just over a year, I find myself deeply invested in her wellbeing – attending her events, responding when her mother needs help, and including her in my daily prayers. This relationship has taught me that motherhood isn't confined to biological connections – it's about the heart's capacity to nurture and champion a young person's growth.For those longing for children but still waiting, I encourage you to start mothering now. Volunteer, mentor, or invest in the children already in your life. Every child I've connected with has drawn something out of me I didn't know I needed or possessed. They've helped me heal and grow in unexpected ways. We all have something inside us that this world needs – don't let fear stop you from sharing it. Whether you're a biological mother, aunt, godmother, teacher, or mentor, your contribution to raising the next generation matters profoundly. You're seen, you're heard, and you're an essential part of the village.Follow us on Facebook at Standing in your Truth Podcast with Yanni and on Instagram at Talks with Yanni to join our community of truth-seekers and nurturers.Support the show Standing In Your Truth Podcast with Yanni Thomas https://www.facebook.com/share/1Kcug7eVXX/?mibextid=wwXIfr

What if your pain could become someone else's healing? On this episode of The Big Silence, Karena sits down with rising country star Avery Anna on the eve of her 10th Grand Ole Opry performance. From humble beginnings recording in her mom's bathtub to signing with Warner Music Nashville, Avery's journey is anything but typical. But it's her vulnerability that sets her apart. Inspired by fan-written “Let Go Letters” — anonymous notes sharing raw experiences of trauma, self-doubt, body image struggles, and more — Avery turned these confessions into her sophomore album, Let Go Letters (out May 16). In this heartfelt conversation, she shares how music became her therapy, how she balances the pressures of social media, and why songs like “Danny Don't,” “Grave,” and “Self-Esteem for Sale” might just save a life.How Can We Transform Pain into Purpose Through Music?Avery reveals how fans' anonymous letters inspired her to write songs that create community, healing, and understanding — proving we are never truly alone in what we're going through.(00:01:00) From TikTok to the Grand Ole Opry — Avery's Unexpected BreakthroughPandemic boredom led Avery to post singing videos on TikTok — one went viral, launching her career.Discovered by band Parmalee and signed to Warner Music Nashville within months.Talks about imposter syndrome, self-doubt, and how faith and family keep her grounded.How her upbringing in a close-knit, faith-based family in Flagstaff, Arizona shaped her values.(00:04:50) The Birth of Let Go Letters: Turning Fans' Pain Into Powerful MusicAvery began collecting anonymous fan letters at her shows, sparking the concept for Let Go Letters.Writing songs like “Danny Don't” based on a letter from a fan contemplating suicide.The emotional toll and responsibility of holding space for her fans' deepest traumas.How her music offers a safe space for healing — not just for fans, but for herself too.(00:09:30) Writing About the Unspoken: Body Image, Sexual Trauma, and Self-WorthSongs like “Vanilla” and “Grave” tackle sexual trauma with raw honesty.“Self-Esteem for Sale” reflects the pressure of being a product on social media.Avery shares how she protects her mental health by setting boundaries with technology.The importance of reminding herself that her worth comes from who she is, not what she posts.(00:20:00) Pre-Show Rituals, Tour Life, and the Realities Behind the GlamTouring isn't all glitz: van life, flat tires, and DIY road trips with her band.Her quirky pre-show routine: honey shots, prayer circles, and unplugging from social media.Why “Vanilla” is her favorite song to perform — a moment of collective healing on stage.00:28:00) Songs That Heal: The Butterfly Project, My Mother Lies, and MoreInspired by a letter about self-harm, “The Butterfly Project” reminds listeners their pain impacts those who love them.“My Mother Lies” explores how negative self-talk is passed down through generations.Avery's hope is that these songs help fans find their voice, their healing, and their community.This episode was Filmed at the Thompson Nashville. Thanks for the support from our partners, including: BetterHelp: Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/thebigsilence and enjoy a...

On this week's Wrestling Mayhem Show, “The Heir Apparent” Chris LeRusso returns to the studio for an insightful and entertaining conversation about the past, present, and future of Pittsburgh pro wrestling. Chris dives deep into his experiences with Ring of Honor, his time with the House of Truth, the evolving indie wrestling scene, and his upcoming Pittsburgh Pro Wrestling Camp & Combine. From training philosophy and character development to unforgettable memories with wrestling greats like AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, and Kevin Kelly, this episode is a must-listen for indie wrestling fans and aspiring wrestlers alike. We also get into the story behind his brewing feud with former student Dior Castro, his appreciation for promotions like 880 Wrestling and Enjoy, and reflections on how COVID changed the local scene. Plus: Rizz jumps in for a lively wrap-up covering R-Truth, Logan Paul, and Saturday Night's Main Event.

This week on Sibling Rivalry, Bob and Monét review the vampire thriller Sinners, a film Bob calls one of the best in the last decade. They break down its themes of code-switching, identity, and whether they'd take the vampire's deal. Bob shares a new voice trick, introduces a new partner in "the firm,” and Bob, Monét and Jacob each tell their side of what happened during an impromptu business meeting. Bob pitches a new segment for Monét Talks and they test Monet's hostage negotiation skills with a little roleplay. Thanks to our sponsors: For the bookings you've dreamed of, list your property on ⁠⁠https://Booking.com⁠⁠! Open your account in 2 minutes at https://chime.com/SIBLING. Want to see exclusive Sibling Rivalry Bonus Content? Head over to ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/siblingrivalrypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ to be the first to see our latest Sibling Rivalry Podcast Videos! @BobTheDragQueen @MonetXChange Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠megaphone.fm/adchoices⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brendan reveals some insider info on a possible Ian Machado Garry vs Sean Brady fight and talks Jon Jones ducking Tom Aspinall, why Francis Ngannou is the only person to make the UFC heavyweight division exciting again, recaps Michael Morales vs Gilbert Burns, Darren Till's Ko'ing of UFC vet Darren Stewart in boxing, Jiri Prochazka turning down a UFC 317 fight to finish his University exams, Jake Paul in Talks with Oleksandr Usyk for a 2026 MMA fight and much more.Shopify - https://shopify.com/schaubDeleteMe - Today get TWENTY PERCENT off your DeleteMe plan by texting BRENDAN to 64000Progressive - https://www.progressive.com/Sure Shot - https://sureshot.com/ Use code Brendan for 10% OFFSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our 209th episode with a summary and discussion of last week's big AI news! Recorded on 05/16/2025 Hosted by Andrey Kurenkov and Jeremie Harris. Feel free to email us your questions and feedback at contact@lastweekinai.com and/or hello@gladstone.ai Read out our text newsletter and comment on the podcast at https://lastweekin.ai/. Join our Discord here! https://discord.gg/nTyezGSKwP In this episode: OpenAI has decided not to transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit entity, instead opting to become a public benefit corporation influenced by legal and civic discussions. Trump administration meetings with Saudi Arabia and the UAE have opened floodgates for AI deals, leading to partnerships with companies like Nvidia and aiming to bolster AI infrastructure in the Middle East. DeepMind introduced Alpha Evolve, a new coding agent designed for scientific and algorithmic discovery, showing improvements in automated code generation and efficiency. OpenAI pledges greater transparency in AI safety by launching the Safety Evaluations Hub, a platform showcasing various safety test results for their models. Timestamps + Links: (00:00:00) Intro / Banter (00:01:41) News Preview (00:02:26) Response to listener comments Applications & Business (00:03:00) OpenAI says non-profit will remain in control after backlash (00:13:23) Microsoft Moves to Protect Its Turf as OpenAI Turns Into Rival (00:18:07) TSMC's 2nm Process Said to Witness ‘Unprecedented' Demand, Exceeding 3nm Due to Interest from Apple, NVIDIA, AMD, & Many Others (00:21:42) NVIDIA's Global Headquarters Will Be In Taiwan, With CEO Huang Set To Announce Site Next Week, Says Report (00:23:58) CoreWeave in Talks for $1.5 Billion Debt Deal 6 Weeks After IPO Tools & Apps (00:26:39) The Day Grok Told Everyone About ‘White Genocide' (00:32:58) Figma releases new AI-powered tools for creating sites, app prototypes, and marketing assets (00:36:12) Google's bringing Gemini to your car with Android Auto (00:38:49) Google debuts an updated Gemini 2.5 Pro AI model ahead of I/O (00:45:09) Hugging Face releases a free Operator-like agentic AI tool Projects & Open Source (00:47:42) Stability AI releases an audio-generating model that can run on smartphones (00:50:47) Freepik releases an ‘open' AI image generator trained on licensed data (00:54:22) AM-Thinking-v1: Advancing the Frontier of Reasoning at 32B Scale (01:01:29) BLIP3-o: A Family of Fully Open Unified Multimodal Models-Architecture, Training and Dataset Research & Advancements (01:05:40) DeepMind claims its newest AI tool is a whiz at math and science problems (01:12:31) Absolute Zero: Reinforced Self-play Reasoning with Zero Data (01:19:44) How far can reasoning models scale? (01:26:47) HealthBench: Evaluating Large Language Models Towards Improved Human Health Policy & Safety (01:34:10) Trump administration officially rescinds Biden's AI diffusion rules (01:37:08) Trump's Mideast Visit Opens Floodgate of AI Deals Led by Nvidia (01:44:04) Scaling Laws For Scalable Oversight (01:49:43) OpenAI pledges to publish AI safety test results more often

It was a lighter weeeknd of non-title action but we still have a couple of main eventst to go over and some interesting fight news are also part of the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter are back with their takes.They recap the Matchroom Boxing/DAZN main event in LondonHeavyweight Dave Allen demolishes Johnny Fisher in the fifth in their rematch. It's a devastating loss for Fisher to try to stay relevant and move up. Next they recap the 360 Promotions/UFC Fight Pass main event in Commerce, Calif.Junior middleweight Serhii Bohachuk easily decisioned Mykel Fox over 10 rounds in a workman effort to stay in shape for a future 154 lb. title shot. Some NewsMatchroom announces Jack Catterall is moving up to welterweight and will face British countryman Harlem Eubank on July 5 (DAZN) at AO Arena in Manchster, a home fight for Catterall. And, they  announce that the Hitchins-Kambosos lightweight title undercard for June 14th with most notably lightweight Andy Cruz vs. Hironori Mishiro in an IBF title eliminator in the co-feature.Next, Turki Alashikh announces on social media in Sunday: “We have confirmed the promoter for Canelo v Crawford will be Sela for Riyadh Season. The broadcaster we have not decided yet but the date will be Saturday 13th September. More details soon.” The guys discuss whether the bout will also remain in Vegas?During the media scrum at the Jake Paul-Chavez Jr. presser a few days ago, Jake said there is work going on "behind the scenes" for he and Tank Davis to still do an exhibition in November. T.J. in specfic again points out the sillinessPlus Golden Boy fights: Talks for Floyd Schofield-Lucas Bahdi lightweight fight on Jake Paul-Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. PPV fall apart over money so now, per Dan's sources and Golden Boy looking to do Schofield-Tevin Farmer on the June 28th show. Also they're looking to reschedule Kenneth Sims Jr.-Oscar Duarte  junior welterweight contender fight for August 2nd in Chicago, Sims' hometown.NostalgiaFor full insight and analysis go to the VIDEO on the Big Fight Weekend Youtube Page!May 19, 1990- 35 years ago Monday -- Hall of famers Pernell Whitaker and Azumah Nelson met for the unified lightweight title in Las Vegas.May 18, 2002 – 23 years ago Sunday – iconic Gatti-Ward I. We can't get enoughHappy Birthday Sugar Ray Leonard, as the legend turned 69 this weekend!Enjoy our "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

On May 13th 2022, Ema stood on top of the world—Mount Everest. That moment marked the end of one journey, and the beginning of something much deeper. As the first Portuguese person to summit the Seven Summits, she learned that climbing mountains is a lot like navigating business, life, dealing with failures, success—and our faith.Let's Talk with Ema , her YouTube Channel—dives  into the raw stories behind the highlight reels of our lives. Talks about entrepreneurship, relationships, politics,  the mental battles behind the smiles, finding stillness with God within chaos— Ema shares is sharing it all. No masks. Just life.Subscribe now. https://youtu.be/ho5iEVmlh4g

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:17532056201798502,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-9437-3289"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs");pt> Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe [CB] is pushing that tariffs are going to raise prices, it hasn't happened yet so they will try to show the people by raising prices, Trump is calling them out on this. The Fed has been in a holding pattern, Moody's just downgraded the US credit rating, picture becoming clearer. The big beautiful bill will destroy the fake news/D's narrative. Economic boomerang. Trump is exposing the entire [DS] system, the people need to see this. The system is fighting against Trump and We The People every step of the way. Trump needed the people to see this if we were going to go to the next phase, the people needed to approve Trumps next actions. Trump is now bringing in the Clinton/Obama angle. Did Trump just set the stage that all roads lead to Obama? Scavino sends message that the military might be the only way.   Economy  (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:18510697282300316,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-8599-9832"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="https://cdn2.decide.dev/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Foreign Investors Loaded Up on Treasury Securities in March Despite all the Turmoil in the Media  And in April, their purchases of long-term securities at Treasury auctions increased.  Buying US Treasury securities was all the rage among foreign investors in March, despite whatever turmoil there was in the media. All foreign investors combined, from central banks to private investors, increased their holdings of Treasury securities by $233 billion in March from February, and by $942 billion over the past 12 months, to a record $9.05 trillion (red in the chart). The majority of what they bought were long-term Treasury securities, which increased by $133 billion to a record $7.63 trillion, according to data by the Treasury Department Friday afternoon (blue in the chart). The buying was across the major holders, except for China and Hong Kong combined, and for Ireland. Of particular note: Canada's holdings of Treasury securities spiked majestically in February and March, despite the tariffs and the ultra-sour mood in Canada about US-anything. Increases in March, and total Treasury holdings: United Kingdom: +$29 billion, to $779 billion Luxembourg: unchanged, at $412 billion Cayman Islands: +$37 billion to $455 billion Ireland: -10 billion to $329 billion Belgium: +$7 billion to $402 billion Switzerland: +$21 billion to $312 billion.   Source: wolfstreet.com https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1923470842089902157 Moody's downgrade of US rating may not dent stock markets much: Analysts Global financial markets may not react much to Moody's Ratings downgrade of United States' rating from AAA to Aa1, believe analysts, except for a knee-jerk reaction, if any. At the domestic level, Indian stock markets would be focussed more developments such as progress of monsoon, corporate results and economic data. Talks on tariff-related issues with the US will also impact sentiment.   Moody's downgrade, they said, was more to get the rating in sync with Fitch and S&P, who have already downgraded US' ratings. While Fitch had downgraded the rating to AA+ from AAA in August 2023, S&P had lowered US' rating back in August 2011.  Source: business-standard.com https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1923496054017708041   The ‘Big,

Putin Plays Trump Again Not Showing Up For Farcical "Peace" Talks in Istanbul | A Report From Kyiv on How Much Ukrainians Want Peace But Not Surrender on Putin's Terms | The Death Toll In Gaza Reaches 53, 272 As Trump Plans to Send a Million Gazans to War-torn Libya backgroundbriefing.org/donate twitter.com/ianmastersmedia bsky.app/profile/ianmastersmedia.bsky.social facebook.com/ianmastersmedia

Anthony and Katie chat about Config 2025.Talks mentioned:Writing is designingThe maximalist theory of minimalismHosts:Anthony Hobday, Generalist Product Designer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/hobdaydesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Katie Langerman, Systems Designer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/KatieLangerman

As we end our series, We Have Seen the Lord, it is apparent that these resurrection accounts are more than just seeing Jesus alive with one's own eyes. People see Jesus and experience peace, comfort, and faith. As we turn to John 21, Peter sees Jesus as alive and as one who comes to restore in the face of past mistakes. When we fail, we often expect scolding and not fellowship. We can only imagine what kind of treatment Peter expected from Jesus after betraying him three times. Instead of shame, guilt, or punishment, Jesus offers abundance and restoration. Do we need that kind of exchange in our lives? Come Sunday to hear more. - Series Description - In the days after the first Easter, John records several striking encounters with the risen Lord, both with women in his inner circle and with different gatherings of his disciples. In each encounter, Jesus speaks words fitting to each person he reveals himself to – words of comfort, of peace, of faith, and of restoration – and his words transform their lives, and ours, as they continue to echo through the ages. Join us over the next four weeks as we consider these encounters in a new post-Easter, 4-week series.

In this English lesson, we explore a surprising news story about a ceasefire between India and Pakistan brokered by U.S. President, Donald Trump. Learn 40 or more key vocabulary words and expressions while diving into this puzzling story. Perfect for English learners who want to build their vocabulary using real news stories!

Talks in regards to Playstation, NBA, NFL, and MLBoh and another thing..........LETS GO KNICKS!!!!!!!

James reflects on his journey from worried father to advocate for autism appreciation, crediting his quintuple bypass surgery at 35 as a turning point in how he viewed his son Lucas's autism. Rather than focusing on what needed to be "fixed," James began appreciating Lucas's unique perspective and finding joy in moments others might misinterpret as sad.• The podcast grew from James's frustration with not being able to share funny stories about Lucas without receiving sympathy• James explains the difference between autism awareness, acceptance, and his preferred term: appreciation• Shares the memorable "pretzel story" that triggered the blog• Reflects on writing about Lucas from age 5 to 14 and watching him grow through the blog• Talks about his upcoming book "Hi World I'm Dad: How Fathers Can Journey from Autism Awareness to Acceptance to Appreciation"• Expresses gratitude for the supportive community that has made him feel less aloneVisit hipodondad.com for new podcast episodes every Friday and read new blog posts every Monday and Wednesday. Follow on Instagram and Facebook @HiJamesGuttman for more updates.Preorder James Guttman's new book – “Hi World, I'm Dad: How Fathers Can Journey to Autism Awareness, Acceptance, and Appreciation”Follow Us On Facebook and Follow James Guttman on Instagram. Also, be sure to read the blog that started it all - Hi Blog! I'm Dad.

At OWASP AppSec Global in Barcelona, the focus is clear: building secure software with and for the community. But it's not just about code or compliance. As Avi Douglen, OWASP Foundation board member, describes it, this gathering is a “hot tub” experience in contrast to the overwhelming scale of mega conferences. It's warm, immersive, and welcoming—designed for people who want to contribute, connect, and create.OWASP is more than just another security organization. It's a community-driven foundation that enables builders, breakers, defenders, and leaders to come together in pursuit of secure product development. This year's conference reflects that same inclusive energy. Whether you're a software engineer, architect, DevOps professional, security champion, or product manager, the sessions and networking spaces are built to meet you where you are—and help you grow.Beyond the BuzzwordsUnsurprisingly, AI will have a strong presence this year. But the conversations aren't limited to hype. Two flagship OWASP projects now focus on AI and LLMs—one on securing applications that use AI, the other on building secure AI systems themselves. Talks will unpack familiar problems in new contexts, like prompt injection mirroring the dynamics of older injection vulnerabilities. In other words: the technology shifts, but the core principles remain relevant.Diverse Tracks, Real ConversationsAttendees can engage across five curated tracks: builders, breakers, defenders, managers & culture, and project showcases. Topics range from threat modeling and DevSecOps to scaling security programs and fostering team culture. A dedicated training program, including hands-on sessions in secure coding and security champions, ensures practical takeaways—not just theory.Plus, the event embraces connection. A newcomer orientation, Women in AppSec gathering, hallway chats, evening socials, and even speed mentoring sessions all contribute to a vibrant, accessible experience where everyone—from seasoned leaders to curious newcomers—can find their place.A Truly Global CommunityWith participants flying in from all corners of the world, OWASP AppSec Global lives up to its name. The conversations, relationships, and tools that emerge from this event ripple far beyond Barcelona. If you build, secure, or manage software, this is one conference where showing up matters—not just for what you'll learn, but for who you'll meet.__________________________________Guest: Avi Douglen | Global Board of Directors at OWASP Foundation & Founder and CEO at Bounce Securityhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/avidouglen/Hosts:Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber] | On ITSPmagazine:  https://www.itspmagazine.com/sean-martinMarco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals Podcast | On ITSPmagazine: https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/marco-ciappelli____________________________This Episode's SponsorsManicode Security: https://itspm.ag/manicode-security-7q8i____________________________ResourcesLearn more and catch more stories from OWASP AppSec Global 2025 Barcelona coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/owasp-global-appsec-barcelona-2025-application-security-event-coverage-in-catalunya-spain____________________________Catch all of our event coverage: https://www.itspmagazine.com/technology-and-cybersecurity-conference-coverageWant to tell your Brand Story Briefing as part of our event coverage? Learn More

The Talks crew continues the discussion on Abraham, faith, belief, and now works. Where is this headed? Recorded on May 14, 2025.

Wed, 14 May 2025 21:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/connected/552 http://relay.fm/connected/552 Stage Manager Could Never 552 Federico Viticci, Stephen Hackett, and Myke Hurley This week, Myke hosts The Quizzies, Apple announces new accessibility features, Federico explains vibe coding, Google makes announcements ahead of IO, and Stephen takes on xAI. This week, Myke hosts The Quizzies, Apple announces new accessibility features, Federico explains vibe coding, Google makes announcements ahead of IO, and Stephen takes on xAI. clean 5976 This week, Myke hosts The Quizzies, Apple announces new accessibility features, Federico explains vibe coding, Google makes announcements ahead of IO, and Stephen takes on xAI. This episode of Connected is sponsored by: Fitbod: Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membership. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get one month free. Links and Show Notes: Get Connected Pro: Preshow, postshow, no ads. Submit Feedback Google's statement on May 7 press reports about Search traffic – Google Blog Apple opened the door to web paywalls — our test shows it might hurt conversions Initial Data Is In: App2Web Conversion Rates After the App Store Ruling — Superwall Apple unveils powerful accessibility features coming later this year - Apple The Android Show: I/O Edition - YouTube Android 16 Material Three Expressive UI coming in beta this month | The Verge The Swift Student Challenge Interviews and watchOS and tvOS Wishes Apple, Anthropic Team Up to Build AI-Powered ‘Vibe-Coding' Platform - Bloomberg Good Vibrations Between Apple & Anthropic – MG Siegler Apple and Anthropic reportedly partner to build an AI coding platform | TechCrunch Andrej Karpathy on Vibe Coding Cursor OpenAI Is in Talks to Acquire Programming Tool Windsurf for $3 Billion - The New York Times Variant Junie App Store Vibes - MacStories VibeCode App Google confirms it's close to getting Gemini support on iPhones | The Verge xAI in Memphis - Archives - 512 Pixels Elon Musk's xAI supercomputer stirs turmoil over smog in Memphis : NPR Protect our Aquifer Second xAI Datacenter Could Take Enough Energy to Power 40% of Memphis; Government Agency Charged with Studying Impact Targeted by DOGE - 512 Pixels Memphis Chamber of Commerce Claims No New Gas Turbines Will be Placed at Second xAI Location, Despite Documents to the Contrary - 512 Pixels Musk's xAI explores another massive methane gas turbine installation at second South Memphis data center - Southern Environmental Law Center A cheat sheet for why using ChatGPT is not bad for the environment – The Weird Turn Pro What's the carbon footprint of using ChatGPT? – Sustainability by numbers

Wed, 14 May 2025 21:15:00 GMT http://relay.fm/connected/552 http://relay.fm/connected/552 Federico Viticci, Stephen Hackett, and Myke Hurley This week, Myke hosts The Quizzies, Apple announces new accessibility features, Federico explains vibe coding, Google makes announcements ahead of IO, and Stephen takes on xAI. This week, Myke hosts The Quizzies, Apple announces new accessibility features, Federico explains vibe coding, Google makes announcements ahead of IO, and Stephen takes on xAI. clean 5976 This week, Myke hosts The Quizzies, Apple announces new accessibility features, Federico explains vibe coding, Google makes announcements ahead of IO, and Stephen takes on xAI. This episode of Connected is sponsored by: Fitbod: Get stronger, faster with a fitness plan that fits you. Get 25% off your membership. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get one month free. Links and Show Notes: Get Connected Pro: Preshow, postshow, no ads. Submit Feedback Google's statement on May 7 press reports about Search traffic – Google Blog Apple opened the door to web paywalls — our test shows it might hurt conversions Initial Data Is In: App2Web Conversion Rates After the App Store Ruling — Superwall Apple unveils powerful accessibility features coming later this year - Apple The Android Show: I/O Edition - YouTube Android 16 Material Three Expressive UI coming in beta this month | The Verge The Swift Student Challenge Interviews and watchOS and tvOS Wishes Apple, Anthropic Team Up to Build AI-Powered ‘Vibe-Coding' Platform - Bloomberg Good Vibrations Between Apple & Anthropic – MG Siegler Apple and Anthropic reportedly partner to build an AI coding platform | TechCrunch Andrej Karpathy on Vibe Coding Cursor OpenAI Is in Talks to Acquire Programming Tool Windsurf for $3 Billion - The New York Times Variant Junie App Store Vibes - MacStories VibeCode App Google confirms it's close to getting Gemini support on iPhones | The Verge xAI in Memphis - Archives - 512 Pixels Elon Musk's xAI supercomputer stirs turmoil over smog in Memphis : NPR Protect our Aquifer Second xAI Datacenter Could Take Enough Energy to Power 40% of Memphis; Government Agency Charged with Studying Impact Targeted by DOGE - 512 Pixels Memphis Chamber of Commerce Claims No New Gas Turbines Will be Placed at Second xAI Location, Despite Documents to the Contrary - 512 Pixels Musk's xAI explores another massive methane gas turbine installation at second South Memphis data center - Southern Environmental Law Center A cheat sheet for why using ChatGPT is not bad for the environment – The Weird Turn Pro What's the carbon footprint of using ChatGPT? – Sustainability by numbers

"Schon wieder ein neuer Extraction-Shooter?" Das ist die übliche Reaktion auf eine Ankündigung eines neuen Titels aus dem Subgenre. Doch auf den zweiten Blick stellen wir fest, dass es kaum erfolgreiche Extraction-Shooter auf dem Markt gibt. In diesem Jahr erwartet uns mit ARC Raiders und Marathon nochmals vielversprechender Nachschub. Aber blüht den beiden Spielen dasselbe Schicksal wie Rainbow Six: Exctraction, DMZ aus Call of Duty und Hazard Zone aus Battlefield 2042?In Ausgabe 167 des PC Games Podcast quatschen Moderator Michi Grünwald und Redakteur Carlo Siebenhüner über die beiden anstehenden Shooter, aber auch über die großen Schwierigkeiten, die das Subgenre immer wieder mit sich bringt. Bis auf Hunt: Showdown und Escape from Tarkov verschwinden die meisten Titel nämlich recht schnell in der Bedeutungslosigkeit. Deswegen stellen wir uns die Frage, ob und wie ARC Raiders oder Marathon diesen Bann brechen können.Lasst uns gerne in den Kommentaren wissen, wie ihr zum Thema Extraction-Shooter steht. Welcher ist euer Favorit und was erhofft ihr euch von zukünftigen Spielen des Genres? Ihr könnt diese und ältere Folgen des PC Games Podcast ab sofort übrigens auch auf unserem YouTube-Kanal anhören. Wir wünschen euch viel Spaß mit der aktuellen Ausgabe!Der PC Games Podcast - der offizielle Videospielpodcast der PC Games - erscheint seit über einem Jahrzehnt regelmäßig und liefert dabei wöchentlich gleich mehrere Talks zum riesigen Thema Videospiele.Unser Moderationsteam, Michi Grünwald und Vivi Ziermann, deckt dabei etliche Bereiche ab: Review-Gespräche und Previews zu brandaktuellen Games, nostalgische Rückblicke, Reports, Interviews und vieles mehr. Dabei gibt es natürlich auch immer mal wieder spannende Insights in die Spielebranche und in die Redaktion des ältesten, noch aktiven Videospielmagazins Deutschlands - seit 1992 am Start!Unser Spiele-Podcast ist vollkommen kostenlos zugänglich und neben unseren Webseiten auch auf allen großen Podcast-Plattformen - von Apple Music bis hin zu Spotify - zu finden.

ADHD is not genetic! In this video, we'll examine the profound connection between ADHD and diet. Discover the foods that worsen ADHD symptoms, the relationship between ADHD and sugar intake, and the best ADHD diet to address the nutritional deficiencies that may be causing some of the symptoms in the first place. 0:00 Introduction: ADHD and poor nutrition0:13 ADHD diagnosis and ADHD symptoms 1:54 Side effects of ADHD medications 2:04 ADHD causes 3:32 ADHD and food4:24 ADHD and nutritional deficiencies 6:20 The best ADHD dietAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder is typically diagnosed by identifying the following ADHD symptoms:•Makes mistakes easily•Lack of attention to detail•Does not listen when spoken to directly •Doesn't complete tasks •Cannot play quietly•Problems organizing •Loses things•Frequent fidgeting •Too much energy•Talks too much Many ADHD symptoms are normal childhood behaviors, and a poor diet can exaggerate all of them. ADHD is often treated with Adderall and Ritalin, which make lots of money for Big Pharma. The definition of ADHD has been dramatically expanded to make it more diagnosable, putting more people on medication.A double-blinded study showed that after 36 months, any benefits from Adderall faded to zero. It also has side effects such as aggressive behavior or a dulled mood. ADHD involves a metabolic problem with the prefrontal cortex of the brain. These metabolic changes affect the way the brain metabolizes fuel. If the brain is starved of fuel, you may exhibit symptoms like a lack of attention and hyperactivity. Chemicals like food dyes, artificial sweeteners, sugar, starch, and MSG tremendously impact behavior. Increasing dopamine can improve focus and feelings of calmness. Foods such as meat, fish, eggs, and cheese are high in the amino acid L-tyrosine, the precursor to dopamine.Research has shown that micronutrients, especially B6, magnesium, and zinc, can significantly decrease ADHD symptoms. Omega-3 fatty acids and fish oils can also improve symptoms without side effects. Vitamin B1 is one of the most overlooked nutrients, especially in psychiatric conditions. When a child consumes a lot of glucose, vitamin B1 is depleted, inhibiting the brain's ability to utilize fuel. If an adult or child is experiencing ADHD symptoms, they should switch to a low-carb diet so their body can run on ketones. Ketones will fuel the neurons and restore a sense of calmness and increased attention span. Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:Dr. Berg, age 60, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Inflation has recently reached its lowest levels since 2021. However, it's too early to make definitive predictions. What does this mean for tariffs, and can we expect inflation rates to decrease? Meanwhile, President Trump is currently in the Middle East. Additionally, the trial involving Diddy is underway, and his former girlfriend, R&B singer Cassie, is testifying today while eight and a half months pregnant.

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Reach out! I'd love to hear from you!What happens when decorating for a women's ministry event turns into a profound spiritual revelation? Join us for a heart-warming exploration of how stained glass becomes the perfect metaphor for our spiritual lives.Joanne Sharp takes us on her journey from Pinterest rabbit holes to divine inspiration, discovering that stained glass—unlike any other art form—requires light to pass through it to achieve its full beauty. This simple fact unlocks a powerful truth: we are like pieces of stained glass, each uniquely shaped and colored by our experiences, yet dependent on God's light shining through us to radiate His glory.The custom-made illuminated cross becomes a centerpiece not just for the event, but for understanding our connection to each other. When one piece of glass cracks or breaks, the surrounding pieces hold it in place. Similarly, even in our darkest moments, our sisters in Christ alongside us provide strength, support, and an unbreakable connection to the source of light.From Genesis where God first created light to Revelation where His radiance eliminates the need for sun or lamps, Joanne guides us through Scripture's consistent message of divine illumination. Jesus declared Himself the light, then called us to be light-bearers too. This gives us reason to sing even in darkness, knowing His unfailing love continually illuminates our path.Whatever shadow you're facing today, remember that God's light transforms brokenness into beauty. Together, we become a living stained glass masterpiece—colorful testimonies to God's redemptive work. Subscribe to hear more inspirational messages that help you find light in life's darkest corners and join a community of women supporting each other in faith. Now get out into the world and be a woman who intentionally encourages another! #women #podcast

The Talks crew wraps up the study in Galatians regarding the impact of Abraham on us today. Recorded on May 7, 2025.

We are coming to you on Sundays with weekly roundups as Israel's war in Gaza, Syria and Lebanon continues. Israel approved a new plan for displacing Palestinians in Gaza. A Turkish student arrested in the US for her views on Gaza was released. Talks between the US and Iran were scheduled to resume. It is day 583 of the war. More than 53,253 Palestinians in Gaza have been killed. In this episode: Hamdah Salhut (@hamdahsalhut), Al Jazeera Correspondent Tareq Abou Azzoum (@@TareqAzzom), Al Jazeera Correspondent Alan Fisher (@AlanFisher), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits: This episode was produced and mixed by David Enders. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead of audience development and engagement is Aya Elmileik and Adam Abou-Gad is our engagement producer. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera's head of audio. Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Threads and YouTube

In this third part of the “We Have Seen the Lord” series, we will consider the striking encounter between Thomas, often labeled “Doubting Thomas,” and Jesus, where Thomas in the end affirms his deep and real faith in Jesus as Lord and God. This week we are all invited to consider what it means to embrace faith in Jesus without the physical scars of the risen Christ before us to see and to touch, based instead on the witness of the Scriptures, of believers through the ages, and of the Holy Spirit in our own lives and hearts.- Series Description - In the days after the first Easter, John records several striking encounters with the risen Lord, both with women in his inner circle and with different gatherings of his disciples. In each encounter, Jesus speaks words fitting to each person he reveals himself to – words of comfort, of peace, of faith, and of restoration – and his words transform their lives, and ours, as they continue to echo through the ages. Join us over the next four weeks as we consider these encounters in a new post-Easter, 4-week series.

Brad Meltzer, Author of "Make Magic" and "We Are The Beatles" (and more books). On Comic Books, Early Reading Influences, Creativity, "Do you remember not being able to read?" and more! Listener calls, Talks on Boxing and Music and a Variety of Topics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Reema Wahdan, Colorado Palestine Club, and Rob Prince, Former Senior Lecturer of International Studies - Denver University, are In Studio! Talks on the Current Situation in Palestine, Israel aggression/colonialism, Ethnic Cleansing of Palestinians, Who does Gaza belong to?, and so much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Trump Says “80% Tariffs On China Seems Right” Ahead Of Weekend Trade Talks! Plus, CCP Panics, Shuts Down Its Economic Data

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00:00 Intro01:37 Trump: Not Pulling Back China Tariffs for Negotiations02:26 US, China to Hold Ice-Breaker Trade Talks Saturday04:15 China's 6 Largest Banks Reflect Huge Profit Drops05:07 Analysis: 'Business as Usual with Beijing Unacceptable'09:16 China Faces Export Curbs Over 'Origin Washing'11:14 Trump Holds Swearing in Ceremony for Envoy to China12:45 Senator: China Can Still Access 9 US Telecom Firms14:36 Xi Jinping Arrives in Moscow for Talks with Putin15:13 Taiwan Bills Pass in House Amid Rise in CCP Aggression17:57 Lawmakers: China's Spying from Cuba an 'Alarming Threat'20:15 S. Korea Court: Shen Yun Allowed to Perform

Eigentlich hatten wir uns für Folge 166 des PC Games Podcast andere Themen überlegt, aber in den letzten Tagen hielt die Gaming-Szene mehrmals kurz den Atem an. Nach der Bekanntgabe von Rockstar, dass GTA 6 um etliche Monate verschoben wird, war die Stimmung bei vielen auf einem Tiefpunkt. Doch nur wenige Tage später dreht sich das Blatt: Trailer zwei von Grand Theft Auto 6 ist da und verrät uns etliche Infos zum nahenden Blockbuster.Das Moderationsduo Vivi Ziermann und Michi Grünwald plaudert mit Redakteur Matthias Dammes ausgiebig über den Trailer und die hohen Erwartungen an das Spiel. Wir besprechen, welche Details uns direkt ins Auge stechen, was wir von den Charakteren Lucia und Jason halten und wie sich die Story von GTA 6 im Vergleich zu den Vorgängern unterscheiden könnte.Außerdem geht's im Podcast um unsere Wünsche und Hoffnungen an den neuen Teil der beliebten Marke. Noch mehr Infos zum Trailer könnt ihr in unserer großen Analyse nachlesen. Sagt uns gerne in den Kommentaren, welches Detail euch am meisten überzeugt hat und seid ihr eher Team Lucia oder Jason? Wir wünschen euch viel Spaß beim Anhören der aktuellen Folge! PS: Ihr könnt diese und alle älteren Ausgaben des PC Games Podcast ab sofort auch auf unserem YouTube-Kanal abrufen.Der PC Games Podcast - der offizielle Videospielpodcast der PC Games - erscheint seit über einem Jahrzehnt regelmäßig und liefert dabei wöchentlich gleich mehrere Talks zum riesigen Thema Videospiele.Unser Moderationsteam, Michi Grünwald und Vivi Ziermann, deckt dabei etliche Bereiche ab: Review-Gespräche und Previews zu brandaktuellen Games, nostalgische Rückblicke, Reports, Interviews und vieles mehr. Dabei gibt es natürlich auch immer mal wieder spannende Insights in die Spielebranche und in die Redaktion des ältesten, noch aktiven Videospielmagazins Deutschlands - seit 1992 am Start!Unser Spiele-Podcast ist vollkommen kostenlos zugänglich und neben unseren Webseiten auch auf allen großen Podcast-Plattformen - von Apple Music bis hin zu Spotify - zu finden.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger PictureThe [CB] is breaking down, everyday that passes you see how their currency does not go very far and it takes more and more pieces of paper. EU will try to fight back but they will fail. China is now lowering rates, Trump is setting up the Fed. Tariffs are working, companies are hiring and producing. Trump and the patriots are exposing the [DS] System. The system can be explained, it must be experienced. Trump sends message letting the people know that the plan is working and that the patriots are in full control. Trump is in the process of removing the [DS] structure and returning that power back to the people.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy https://twitter.com/KobeissiLetter/status/1919922276860101107  is now $64,200. In other words, one needs to earn 82% more to buy the median-priced home than to rent the typical apartment. 5 years ago, the gap was just 16% or 5 TIMES lower. Buying a home in the US is a luxury. EU Set To Tariff $113 Billion In U.S. Goods If Trade Talks Break Down   The European Union is preparing to impose up to €100 billion ($113 billion) in tariffs on US goods if trade talks fail, according to a new report by Bloomberg this morning. The draft list of retaliatory measures will be circulated to member states as early as Wednesday, with a one-month consultation period before finalization. “These import taxes are unjustified and cause economic harm on both sides of the Atlantic,” said EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic. “This situation is not acceptable and we cannot afford to stay idle.” The EU has already delayed €21 billion in planned tariffs after the US halved its reciprocal duties during ongoing negotiations. Talks, which began in earnest last month, have made little headway. Source: zerohedge.com https://twitter.com/WallStreetMav/status/1919999638314397750 https://twitter.com/WallStreetMav/status/1920060036644016392   the government will make more funds available for firms that provide elder care and other services, as well as for innovations and renovations to factories. So the EU and now China have cut their rates, Trump building ammo to fire at the fed. Fed holds rates steady as it remains in wait-and-see mode Inflation is persistently running above the Fed's 2% target, the labor market is showing resilience and there's uncertainty over tariff policies https://twitter.com/WallStreetApes/status/1919979618368684376   pressing the Hallmark employee on the phone about this, the employee admits it's about the “economic climate” (SO A LIE TO MAKE TRUMP LOOK BAD)As she's handing it to me, she said it's because of the tariffs. And I said, okay. So I get into the car and I'm thinking to myself, I was like, a tariff is like a tax on imported goods from outside of the country. So I Google where Hallmark manufacturers their sh*t from and it said Kansas, which is in the United States and I was like, okay, so then I call Hallmark. I said, hey, where do you guys make your ornaments and your cards and all your stuff? And she goes, the majority of our things to my knowledge are made in Kansas. Everything is here made in the United States.” “Everything is made right here in the United States. I said okay so why are you guys raising the prices and not just on some items right like if you had like one or two items that are made and manufactured in other countries and have it shipped here. Okay cool tariffs are probably gonna affect that and you raise the prices, okay whatever, this this is a generic list for everything (Hallmark is handing out to ev...

Is America counter-punching in a long-running trade war, or shooting itself in the foot? Economist E.J. Antoni, Unleashed Prosperity Senior Fellow and Heritage Foundation economist, joins Maggie Lake to dissect the White House's tariff rollout, trade strategy, and the Fed's credibility crisis. Antoni warns that a botched tariff formula is rattling allies and markets, even if the long-term goals may be sound. In this must-watch conversation, Antoni explains why: The U.S. isn't starting a trade war, it's finally fighting back A flawed rollout is sowing confusion among trading partners Tariffs may sting now but could revive U.S. manufacturing Deregulation and tax reform (not tariffs) will move the economic needle most The Fed's mixed signals have shattered market confidence Runaway spending could spark a bond-market revolt and send gold even higher Chapters: 0:19 - Economic Outlook: How Fragile Is the U.S. Recovery? 2:40 - Tariff Slip-Up: Why Was the Rollout Botched? 6:05 - Did the Blunder Weaken America's Bargaining Power? 8:39 - Negotiations in Limbo: What's Stalling the Talks? 10:38 - Are Deals with China's Rivals Enough for Markets? 13:07 - Strategy vs. Execution: Is the Trade Plan Sound? 19:04 - Short-Term Pain for Long-Term Gain? 22:41 - Will Consumers Feel an Inflation Shock? 24:43 - No Alternatives: Could Tariffs Empty Store Shelves? 27:05 - Reshoring Reality: Can Manufacturing Boom Again? 31:55 - Unions or Right-to-Work: Which Model Wins? 33:50 - Will Young Workers Fill Factory Floors? 38:27 - Rebalancing: Do Equities Sacrifice Returns? 39:51 - Robots, AI and the Future of Tariffs 42:33 - Fed in a Bind: Cut Rates or Stand Pat? 44:35 - Can the Fed Be Reformed? 47:12 - Fiscal Cliff: How Dangerous Are Deficits Now? 48:53 - Where Can Washington Actually Cut Spending? 52:51 - Balanced Budget Without Market Chaos? 55:13 - Are Tariffs Distracting from Tax Reform? 56:03 - Could the Trade War Escalate into a Capital War? He also outlines how the next few months could reshape global trade, and why gold might be the only safe bet left. Volatility got you concerned? Get a free portfolio review with Wealthion's endorsed financial advisors at https://bit.ly/3YB5OEm Hard Assets Alliance - The Best Way to Invest in Gold and Silver: https://www.hardassetsalliance.com/?aff=WTH Connect with us online: Website: https://www.wealthion.com X: https://www.x.com/wealthion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthionofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthion/ #Wealthion #Wealth #Finance #Investing #TradeWar #Tariffs #Gold #FederalReserve #USEconomy #GlobalMarkets #EconomicPolicy #Inflation #MarketVolatility #Manufacturing ________________________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTE: The information, opinions, and insights expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Wealthion. They are intended to provide a diverse perspective on the economy, investing, and other relevant topics to enrich your understanding of these complex fields. While we value and appreciate the insights shared by our esteemed guests, they are to be viewed as personal opinions and not as investment advice or recommendations from Wealthion. These opinions should not replace your own due diligence or the advice of a professional financial advisor. We strongly encourage all of our audience members to seek out the guidance of a financial advisor who can provide advice based on your individual circumstances and financial goals. Wealthion has a distinguished network of advisors who are available to guide you on your financial journey. However, should you choose to seek guidance elsewhere, we respect and support your decision to do so. The world of finance and investment is intricate and diverse. It's our mission at Wealthion to provide you with a variety of insights and perspectives to help you navigate it more effectively. We thank you for your understanding and your trust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dear Humans, Will America… make it? On today's episode of The God Pod, comedian and co-star of MAX's Have I Got News For You Michael Ian Black joins God and Jesus to discuss politics, his career, and more with his signature dry humor! Our chat with Michael Ian Black picks up halfway through our time with him because we were having some internet issues, but once things worked correctly, our interview with him was a blast! Michael Ian Black: Wonders why the Pope didn't die when he and his wife were visiting, as he had hoped. Talks about his most meaningful gig to date. Discusses why he doesn't practice religion. Tune in for a really fun time with one of God's favorite people, and see if God can get back the love that he is giving Michael. Love, God

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Last time we spoke about the Battle for the Great Wall of China. In 1933, the Kwantung Army faced logistical struggles and sought political deals with Chinese warlords to seize North China. Despite capturing key areas, chaos reigned as their unauthorized operations defied Tokyo's orders. When Emperor Hirohito demanded a withdrawal, the army reluctantly complied, derailing a coup attempt. Though peace talks followed, distrust persisted, and rogue Japanese commanders plotted fresh offensives. Amid international tensions and League of Nations' inaction, chaos loomed over China's battle-scarred plains. As tensions rose in North China, General Muto hesitated to advance without orders from Tokyo. With imperial approval, he launched a renewed offensive on May 3rd, leading the Japanese 6th and 8th Divisions to sweep through Chinese defenses. Despite Chinese concessions led by pro-Japanese Huang Fu, the Japanese pushed toward Peiping. Failed coups and desperate peace talks ensued. By May 25th, ceasefire talks began, but Japan's strengthened position left China scrambling to secure stability.   #148 The Tanggu Truce Welcome to the Fall and Rise of China Podcast, I am your dutiful host Craig Watson. But, before we start I want to also remind you this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Perhaps you want to learn more about the history of Asia? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on history of asia and much more  so go give them a look over on Youtube. So please subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry for some more history related content, over on my channel, the Pacific War Channel where I cover the history of China and Japan from the 19th century until the end of the Pacific War. As we last left off the IJA 6th and 8th Divisions had just taken up new positions threatening the Peiping-Tientsin area. Meanwhile the Tientsin Special service Agency had tried every scheme they could think of to establish a coup against Peiping. All of these actions were done to increase Japan's poker hand at the negotiating table. On May 17th Huang Fu arrived at a very panicked Peiping. Two days prior, the Japanese had taken an even harsher stance, demanding the Chinese forces withdraw to a line running between Shunyi, Paoti and Lutai. This demand would send the Chines further west than the line agreed upon for the ceasefire. So the Chinese ignored the demand and this inturn brought the negotiations to a standstill. On the 18th the Army General staff in Tokyo drew up a new draft titled “essentials for the Guidance of North China”. Having been chasing around the Kwantung Army like a dog chasing a car, Tokyo HQ wanted to finally draft some real legislation to reign in their unruly pet. On the 19th the General staff submited an ultimatum instructed the Kwantung Army to withdraw to Manchukuo after it reached an agreement with the Chinese, specifically to obtain the right to garrison specified locations within the Great Wall. On the 21st the Kwantung Army drew up its version of a ceasefire proposal, submitted it to the General staff who approved it. Here is a complete breakdown of it: “1) The cease-fire agreement is of a purely military nature and excludes political factors. For by returning to Manchukuo in general as quickly as possible, the imperial Japanese army will demonstrate that it acts in the cause of justice and fairness and will manifest the essence of the Japanese spirit.  2) The withdrawal line of the Chinese army and the cessation line of the Japanese army should conform generally to that referred to in the "Basic Outline" of the General Staff; that is, it should conform to the policy of the Kwantung Army and to Nagatsu's proposal. However, the return of the Japanese army to Manchukuo will be voluntary, after observance of the cease-fire terms by the Chinese army has been confirmed, and will not be specifically prescribed in the text of the agreement.  3) In order to prevent any delay in the establishment of a ceasefire, the designs of the Tientsin Special Service Agency will be terminated.  4) The site of the cease-fire agreement must be selected with consideration for the issuing of commands to military units in accord with the plans of the Japanese army command with respect to any situation which may necessitate military action at any time during the course of negotiations for cease-fire. Furthermore, a location convenient to the gathering of foreign diplomatic officials and press correspondents and to meddling intervention by third powers must be carefully avoided.” On the 22nd, the Kwantung Army ordered the Tientsin agency to discontinue their activities as the Japanese were now willing to accept a ceasefire. The Japanese and Chinese then agreed on a date and place, that being located along the Peiping-Shanhaiguan railway to sign a ceasefire agreement. For the talks, the Japanese naval attache at Peiping, Lt Commander Fujiwara Kiyoma was chosen who visited Huang Fu's residence on the 22nd. Talks began and by 2am the next day, He Yingqin received a letter officially instructing him to abide by the ceasefire terms. Thus the first step had been taken. On the 25th Chinese officials Li Zuyi and Xu Yenmu rode with Fujiwara to Miyun, then a temporary HQ for the IJA 8th Division. There they passed mounds of dead chinese placed specifically along the roadside, obviously to intimidate them. They arrived to Miyun at 4am to officially show the ceasefire proposal letter to General Nish of the 8th division. Then they got a slap in the face, a new demand was tossed at them.  "As the first step, in order to verify the compliance of the Chinese army, the Japanese army may at any time use airplanes or other means to inspect the withdrawal of the Chinese army. The Chinese authorities shall afford them the necessary protection and facilities."This last minute new demand was imposed because Tokyo HQ believed it was necessary to have aerial observation to make sure both parties did not breach the agreement. The two Chinese officials did not want to devolve the talks so they signed it and returned to Peiping. The official negotiations began on May 30th at Tangu. The Kwantung delegation was led by Major General Okamura Yasuji, their vice chief of staff. He was assisted by Colonel Kita Seiichi, Lt colonel Nagatsu Sahishige, Majors Kono Etsujiro, Endo Saburo and Fujimoto Tetsukuma, Captain Okabe Eiichi and Secretary Hayashide Kenjiro of the Japanese embassy in Manchukuo. The Chinese delegation was led by Lt General Xing Pin and assisted by Chen Zungzu, Xu Yenmu, Chang Xukuang, Li Zeyu and Li Shuzheng. At the offset the Chinese Army declared Tangu under martial law as the Japanese navy dispatched the battleship Kamoi with the 14th destroyer squadron to cruise offshore. The first session of the talks began at 4pm, only lasted some 30 minutes as both sides exchanged formal credentials and such. During that night both sides proded each other trying to figure out what either would accept. Nagatsu decided to show some of the Chinese delegates a document titled “annex document concerning the Organization of Police”. This had been drafted by the Kwantung Army to try establish a demilitarized zone in northeastern Hubei, whose security would be maintained by Chinese police units. The specifics of the document said such a feat would require a force no larger than 20,000 men, with no single units exceeding 200 and they should be armed with nothing stronger than a rifle, pistol or bayont. Nagatsu personally believed this was way to much to ask of the Chinese and advised changing the wording to what the Chinese police could wield as  "shall not be constituted of armed units hostile to Japanese feelings." After seeing the faces of the Chinese upon reading the document, Nagatsu would remark "This evening the Chinese appear to have gained the impression that our proposal will be excessively harsh."  The second session of talks began at 9am the next day whereupon General Okamura presented their draft accord:  “1) The Chinese army shall immediately withdraw to the regions west and south of the line from Yench'ing to Ch'angp'ing, Kaoliying, Shunyi, T'ungchou, Hsiangho, Paoti, Lint'ingk'ou, Ningho, and Lut'ai, and undertakes not to advance beyond that line and to avoid any provocation of hostilities.  2) The Japanese authorities may at any time use airplanes or other means to verify carrying out of the above article. The Chinese authorities shall afford them protection and facilities for such purpose.  3) The Japanese army, after ascertaining the withdrawal of the Chinese army to the line stated in Article 1, undertakes not to cross the said line and not to continue to attack the Chinese troops, and shall voluntarily withdraw, in general, to the Great Wall.  4) In the regions to the south of the Great Wall and to the north and east of the line defined in Article 1, the maintenance of peace and order shall be undertaken by the Chinese police force. The said police force shall not be constituted of armed units hostile to Japanese feelings. feelings.  5) The present agreement shall come into effect upon its signature.” To these demands Xing Pin stated that since the Chinese army had alrady withdrawn to or even beyond what was asked of them, the Japanese forces should respond promptly by withdrawing from the battle zone and to the Great Wall. Xing Pin added that he hoped his Japanese colleagues understood the Chinese Army might be required to help quell bandits that might disturb the vacuum caused by the Japanese withdrawal. To this the Japanese neither agreed nor disagreed and the meeting ended by 9:20. During the interlude the Chinese frantically sought to push further concessions. But the Japanese took a hard stance and stated they would accept nothing until their demands were signed upon. Talks officially resumed at 10:57 and within only 15 minutes both teams signed a truce agreement. Not a single change had been made in the draft the Kwantung Arym had presented. By 2 pm Xing Pin began a request that the Chinese Army be permitted to deal with bandits in the evacuated zone, as police alone most likely would not be enough.  Once the Tangu truce had been signed, the Chinese began to fear rebellious warlord types, particularly Feng Yuxiang might try to exploit the demilitarized region now that the Chinese Central Army had been withdrawn. The Japanese took a solid stance opposing any exceptions to their truce and would never allow Chinese Army units within the demilitarized region. The Japanese in response to the Chinese demands stated "In case there shall be in the Demilitarized Zone armed units disturbing peace and order which the police force shall be unable to cope with, the situation will be dealt with by common accord between the two parties." The Chinese had no choice but to agree to this. The final session resumed at 3:45 pm, whereupon the Chinese tried to obtain agreement on two specific aspects of the truce:  The Japanese reconnaissance aircraft would not conduct inspection flights without giving prior warning The Japanese Army would not misconstrue a move by the Chinese Army which had already withdrawn behind the line established in the truce agreement to return to the authorized line. The Japanese simply refused to even discuss these issues and a 4:05 pm the Chinese simply signed. The Japanese then submitted 4 new demands: 1) Withdraw the two cavalry divisions [formerly of the Northeastern Army] from the area southwest of Fengning in Jehol province.  2) Move the forty divisions of the Chinese Central Army presently in the Peiping-Tientsin region to some other appropriate region for the restoration of peace and order in that region.  3) Remove the entrenchments and military establishments of the Chinese army [used by Yii Hsueh-chung's army] in the area around the mouth of the Pai River.  4) Exercise strict control over anti-Japanese activities, which are the basic cause of Sino-Japanese conflict. To this the Chinese agreed with the last 3 demands and promised to “investigate” the first. At 4:10 the truce talks officially ended. As a consequence of the Tangu Truce, the Japanese Army had gained a foothold in northeastern Hubei. They would press further in the coming years, thus this truce was basically their first step in conquering north China. As you can imagine the Japanese were not done milking every drop from the Chinese. During the entire Tangu treaty talks, the Japanese had intentionally kept everything limited to military matters. The Japanese also sought to deal with what was expected to be a collosal anti-japanese movement in north china. To this end Foreign Minister Uchida Yasuya was given a list of demands to press upon the Chinese:   1) The Peiping Political Affairs Council will unreservedly suppress all anti-Japanese movements and other related anti-Japanese activities of the Kuomintang in the area under its jurisdiction.  2) The said Council will unreservedly suppress all activities that disturb the peace in the area along the Great Wall by the use of militia units, or other means, from the area under its jurisdiction.  3) The said Council will unreservedly remove all obstacles to legal peaceful traffic across the Great Wall.  4) The said Council will, with the agreement of the Japanese, establish facilities for the maintenance of order in the cease-fire district.  The Japanese preferred this be met by a written agreement, rather than a formal treaty that would only hurt the face of China further, thus creating even more anti-japanese movements. Real talks began at Dairen on July 3rd, where the Kwantung Army suggested that responsibility for civil administration and maintenance of order in the demilitarized region be transferred from the Hubei provincial government to the Political Affairs Council at Peiping. The reason as to why, because the Japanese believed they could easily control said body. When the IJA 6th and 8th Divisions withdrew from the demilitarized zone, they had left behind small units at Miyun, Chenchangying, Xiachangcheng, Fengtai and Yutien who went to work exerted silent pressure upon the Chinese during these future negotiations happening at Dairen. The Chinese at Dairen were represented by Li Shuzheng, the director of the Peiping-Lioaning Railway; Yin Tung and Xue Qiyen of the Political affairs council and Li Qichen the head of the Mukden-Shanhaiguan Railway Bureau. General Okamura and Colonel Kita came to the meetings, but only in capacity for observation. Included in the agenda of conversation was the disposal of pro-manchukuo militia forces in the demilitarized region and railway service between China proper and Manchukuo. Now the idea to transfer administrative responsibility over the demilitarized region to the Political affairs council in Peiping offered numerous challenges. The council was essentially an organ of the Executive Yuan of the Nanjing government. Their purpose was to overlook negotiations for Nanjing. Moreover their membership lacked prestige and they commanded no military forces, thus had little influence over Northern China. If they tried to influence the demilitarized region, a single army, such as one led by Li Qichen would easily overpower their authority. Northern China was still very much warlord dominated by this period. Li Qichen was a particularly strong warlord in the region. By December of 1932 he had begun recruiting men in the Qinxi district of Liaoning where he was receiving aid from the Japanese. His men assisted the Kwantung Army at Xumenzhai and later fought under the guidance of Captain Okada Kikusaburo at Shanhaiguan. However by Japanese standards, Li Qichengs army was nothing more than a bandit force. Thus after the Tanggu Truce, the Kwantung Army chose to distance itself from Li Qicheng and instead focus all their efforts in cooperating with the Political affairs council.  Ironically one of the first things the Kwantung Army consulted with the council was a new policy to dispose of Li Qichens Army and others. Thus 4000 of Li Qichen's forces were reorganized into a peace preservation corps with the rest simply disbanded. The finer details on how this would occur were negotiated between Li Qichen and the council, meditated by Kwantung officers at Tangshan on July 16th. It was also decided the Kwantung Army would set up an office at Tangshan headed by Li Qichen who would overlook the dispersal of militia units in the demilitarized region. By August 12th, the peace preservation corps was fully established. Many pro-manchukuo militia units were reorganized via the first Dairen conference as it became known. Xu Yuan's army at Qinhuangdao was reorganized into a  reserve peace preservation corps under the direct guidance of Lt Colonel Nakano Hidemitsu. They would be stationed at Yutien. Another force station near Qinhuangdao which had been recruited by the Kwantung army during Operation Nekka was ordered to transfer 2000 of its troops to Manchukuo and have the rest disbanded. Additionally there existed some 15,000 bandits operating in the demilitarized region. The largest of these bands was the East Asia Federation Combined Forces led by Guo Yazhou. He was in league with Xu Yusan and equipped like a regular Chinese Army. Once the ceasefire had been in effect, his men were conscripted in Manchukuo and would be used unofficially by the Kwantung Army. Another large bandit army was led by Lao Haozu, known colloquially as the “old rat”. Many of these bandit groups were made up of discharged troops and deserters from pro-Manchukuo militia units. After much discussion the Political affairs council took over the civil administration for the demilitarized zone, excluding the area consisting of the Great Wall. Another large item of discussion at the first Dairen conference was the restoration of train services between China Proper and Manchukuo. During the conflict the Chinese Army had ripped up a ton of railway track between Peiping and Shanhaiguan. By April 21st trains from Peiping could only operate as far as Tanggu. Meanwhile Mancukuo's Mukden to Shanhaiguan railway was operating 3 trains a day between Shanhaiguan and Tangshan after numerous repair efforts by June 1st. Service between Tanggu and Tangshan was only restored by July 3rd when the Japanese garrison at Tientsin began guarding operations between the two cities. At Dairen both sides agreed to rapidly restore the railway service between Mukden and Peiping while making Tangshan the temporary connecting point.  The section between Shanhaiguan and Tangshan was to be administered by the Mukden- Shanhaiguan railway, thus by Manchukuo while from Peiping to Tangshan would be retained by the Chinese governed Peiping-Liaoning railway. The Chinese argued that once the railway lines were all restored, management over Tangshan to Shanhaiguan should be returned to the Chinese. However the Manchukuo representatives instead argued for joint control over the railway from Peiping to Shanhaiguan.  Despite all the agreements met at Dairen, so much remained unresolved with the demilitarized region. The area immediately adjacent to the Great Wall had not been turned over to the political affairs coucil, the demilitarized region was still infested with bandits, many council members were not keen on any of the ongoings and relations between them and the Kwantung Army were anything but cooperative. Given all of this, in October of 1933, Huang Fu and He Yingqin came to the Japanese asking if they could form more official dialogue to deal with the problems and this led to the Peiping conference of November 1933. The Chinese were led by Huang Fu, He Yingqin, Yin Zung, Yin Juken and Cao Shangming. The Japanese were led by General Okamura, Colonels Kita ad Kikuchi Monya, Lt Colonels Nemoto Hiroshi and Shibayama Kaneshiro and Secretaries Nakayama and Hanawa Yoshitaka of the Peiping Legation. Because the talks had been opened by the Chinese, they had hoped they would control the agenda and in that they were sorely mistaken. The Japanese immediately pounced upon them and brought forth such demands. “1) The Kwantung Army hopes the Political Affairs Council will, as it solidifies its ability to maintain law and order, quickly and 5 safely assume administration in the area south and west of the Great Wall, exclusive of the Great Wall.  2) For the time being, the Political Affairs Council recognizes, in the area under its jurisdiction, the various agencies designated by the Kwantung Army as necessary for the handling of transportation, economic matters, and other affairs. The council will provide assistance in the operation of these agencies.  3) For the time being, the council agrees to lease to the Japanese army the land and buildings in the area under its jurisdiction which are needed for the purpose of stationing Japanese troops.  4) To provide facilities for trade, transportation, and communications in the area south of the Great Wall, the Political Affairs Council will appoint a delegate who will immediately begin consultations with a delegate designated by the Kwantung Army.” The Chinese agreed to the second demand allowing for the establishment by the Kwantung Army at Shanhaiguan, Gubeikou, Xifengkou, Panqiaokou, Lengkou and Qielingkou that Japanese garrisons could be stationed at Shanhaiguan, Xumenzhai, Chenchangying, Taitouying, Lengkou, Xifengkou, Malankuan and Gubeikou. The Chinese also agreed to part 4 in regards to airline connections. Thus with that the Japanese had effectively taken away China's ability to defend the Great Wall. Furthermore on the pretex of guarding said Great Wall, the Kwantung Army had forced the Chinese to recognize its right to garrison troops along the area just inside the Great Wall. Fully satisfied, the Japanese delegation departed Peiping on November 10th. The Kwantung Army still sought to extend the Peiping-Liaoing railway services to Mukden, but this inevitably raised the issue of China Proper recognizing Manchukuo. In December Yin Zung, head of the Peiping-Liaoning Railway, traveled to Nanjing to discuss said issue, but would return to Peiping empty handed. Additionally Sun Fu who led a faction within the KMT, began persuading the Central Political Council to pass some legislation specifically withholding Huang Fu from holding authority in handling issues involving North China, because it was feared amongst many it would lead to a mistake that would see recognition of Manchukuo. On April 11th of 1934, Huang Fu attempted a discussion at Nanchang between himself, Chiang Kai-Shek and Wang Jingwei. The result of this discussion was him receiving greater authority over matters involving postal services, train services and tariffs. Despite this, the anti-Japanese part of the Nanjing government continued their efforts to hamper the efforts of Haung Fu and Yin Zung.  In May, Major General Ushiroku Jun of the Kwantung Army, Attache Shibayama and Usami Kanji the chief of the Manchukuo railways Bureau, began secret talks with Yin Zung over at Shanhaiguan. They all agreed to establish a new corporation, the Eastern Travel Bureau, who would receive a million yuan provided in equal shares by the Mukden-Shanhaiguan railway bureau in Manchukuo and the Peiping-Liaoning Railway Bureau. Profits and losses would be shared equally; the general manager would be chosen from one bureau with the assistant manager chosen from the other and trains would run daily from Mukden and Peiping performing a transfer at Shanhaiguan. This idea was bitterly fought over at Nanjing, but after specific amendments would be ratified by July 1st. The first train departed Peiping on July 1st and ironically it would be interrupted midway between Tanggu and Lutai by a bomb explosion on the track. Many Chinese civilians were hurt, but no incident broke out. And we all know that little bomb had to be part of some grand false flag scheme.  The establishment of air services between China Proper and Manchukuo would prove to be the most difficult one to settle. During the talks in Peiping, the Chinese agreed to provide transportation facilities that would include airline connections. But this did not materialize until February of 1935 when the Kwantung Army came up with a draft for a Sino-Japanese corporation. It would be funded equally by both sides, the Chinese would furnish the airfields and facilities, while the Kwantung Army would supply pilots and crews through the Manchukuo Aviation Corporation. The Kwantung Army also had a nefarious plot involved in this deal. By securing the civilian airline service they hoped to provide pilots and crews who at the flip of a coin could become covert military operators, providing direct flights into China Proper.  At first the Chinese showed no interest in such plans, so the Kwantung Army began military transport flights to Peiping from Jinzhou to twist their arm. By June the agreement extended to airfields at Paoting, Xuzhou and Qingdao. The Chinese fought these demands as best they could, but would continuously be outplayed. Still the Kwantung Army was impatient to implement the civilian airline change and presented a new deal in June of 1935 offering to provide 55 percent of the funding from their side. To this the Chinese counter proposed the airfields be located along the border, but the Japanese would not agree to this. By August China sent conditions to ratify the idea: “1) two-thirds of the capital investment would be provided by China and one-third by Japan 2) airport facilities would be restricted to the Peiping-Tientsin region; and  3) flight operations would be entrusted to the aviation department of the Eastern Travel Bureau.” The Japanese still made demands, now seeking flights to all 5 provinces of North China. To this the Chinese officials stated they would await instructions from Nanjing. The Kwantung Army broke off the talks and stated they would do whatever action they considered necessary to resolve the issue. By early September Fu Zuoyi, the governor of Suiyuan province authorized a military flight to Paotou, then on September 28th and October 10th, Japan conducted civilian test flights between Tiantsin, Tsinan and Qingdao.  Following the resolutions over the railway issues, on July 9th of 1934 Yin Zung went to Shanghai with Huang Fu and then to Dairen by July 23rd to meet with General Okumara, Colonel Kita and Attache Shibayama to make deals over other issues. One issue was Japanese control over the entrance of Korean and Japanese into the demilitarized region; the transfer to the Chinese of the Qing Dynasty's mausoleum in Malanyu; the disposition of the peace preservation units and the need for a postal service between China and Manchukuo. While this all sounds perhaps stupid to even mention, every single issue discussed was basically indanger of the Chinese accidentally recognizing Manchukuo, which was the crux of it all. In the end the Japanese made enormous inroads into North China through these negotiations. They forced the accommodation on rail and communication services between China Proper and Manchukuo, to normalize most trade between them and place their loyal proteges within the demilitarized region as so called police units. This was all accomplished through the Peiping Political Affairs Council who de facto had recognized Manchukuo. All of this severely weakened the position of Nanjing in North China and enhanced Japan. But it was not Japan proper, but the Kwantung Army really running the show. However there was absolute chaos going on in Japan during the times, known as “government by assassination”. Prime Minister Inukai Tsuyoshi was assassinated on May 15th of 1932, leading to the collapse of his cabinet. On May 26th a unity cabinet was formed under Admiral Saito Makoto. Civilian politicians were being knocked out by the military, particularly right-wing military figures. Admiral Saito Makoto selected Uchida Yasuya for foreign minister. At the time he was a retired diplomat and president of the South Manchuria Railway Company. Saito was plunged into the wild times of Kwantung insubordination. To meet the chaos he advocated 3 general principals: “(a) its separation from policy toward Manchukuo and Mongolia (b) an emphasis on economic measures; and  (c) cooperation with the western powers” By reading not so between the lines, you can see the official Japanese policy was basically to let the Kwantung run amok and plan accordingly for what seemed to be an enormous annexation program targeting North China and Inner Mongolia. It was to be an extremely volatile balancing act of encroaching upon Nanjing, but not enough so to bring the wrath of the western great powers down upon Japan. Minister Uchia had served a foreign minister for 4 cabinets. In 1928 he signs the Kellogg-Briand Pact and during the Manchuria crisis he tried to fight the Kwantung Army, pushing them to stop their invasion. Yet it was also he who helped recognize Manchukuo in 1932 and he who withdrew from the League of Nations in 1933. He oversaw Operation Nekka and the resulting Tanggu Truce. All of this spat in the face of international cooperation and basically showcased Japan to be a bully. Thus he was really failing his initial goals and resigned in 1933 due to old age. He was succeeded by Hirota Koki who initially began his tenure advocating for establishing better relations with the US, USSR and China and specifically to normalize Sino-Japanese relations. Hirota was also confronted with a naval disarmament conference scheduled for 1935. There Japan would be asked to make conciliatory moves with the US. Alongside this a lot of problems were brewing with the USSR because of the establishment of Manchukuo. On the other side, Chiang Kai-Shek and Wang Jingwei continued their appeasement stance, only to see Japan seize more and more from China. Yet Chiang Kai-Shek was adament, they must finish off the internal communist threat before embarking on what seemed to be an existential threat in the form of Japan. I would like to take this time to remind you all that this podcast is only made possible through the efforts of Kings and Generals over at Youtube. Please go subscribe to Kings and Generals over at Youtube and to continue helping us produce this content please check out www.patreon.com/kingsandgenerals. If you are still hungry after that, give my personal channel a look over at The Pacific War Channel at Youtube, it would mean a lot to me. The Kwantung Army was not only efficient at slicing up China with its dagger, but rather capable with the pen as well. Continuous negotiations were leading the Chinese to hand more and more over to Japan. How long could the Chinese people continue to support their seemingly incapable government during these times of crises?

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