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National Weather Service meteorologist Heather Kenyon recaps Tuesday's storms and tells us what to expect for the remainder of the week.

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A Biblical Exposition of Matthew 7:24–27 Our Lord concludes the Sermon on the Mount with a searching contrast: “Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock: And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell not: for it was founded upon a rock. And every one that heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them not, shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand: And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall of it.” —Matthew 7:24–27, KJV These verses are far more than a charming illustration or moral tale. They form the solemn, climactic warning of the entire Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5–7). After unfolding the character of true righteousness, the realities of kingdom life, the heart of prayer and giving, the dangers of anxiety and being judgmental, and the narrow way that leads to life, Jesus now presses every hearer to a decisive response.  The question is not merely “Have you heard?” but “Have you obeyed?”   The Context and the Force of “Therefore” Matthew 7:24–27 stands at the very end of Jesus' longest recorded discourse. Immediately preceding it are three paired contrasts that build to this point: The two gates and two ways (7:13–14)   The two trees and their fruit (7:15–20)   The two claims at the judgment (“Lord, Lord…”) versus doing the will of the Father (7:21–23)   In 7:21–23, Jesus warns that many will claim His lordship with impressive religious activity yet be rejected as “workers of lawlessness” (anomia — lawlessness, rebellion against God's revealed will).    The “therefore” (Greek: οὖν — oun) is not a casual transition. It draws the inescapable conclusion from everything that has gone before.  It means, “In light of all I have said — the radical demands of the kingdom, the necessity of fruit, the danger of false profession — this is how you must respond.” The entire Sermon on the Mount is not optional religious advice. It is the authoritative teaching of the King. The “therefore” demands that every listener move from hearing to doing.   Hearing and Doing: The Great Divide “whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them…” The Greek is emphatic: πᾶς οὖν ὅστις ἀκούει … καὶ ποιεῖ αὐτούς (pas oun hostis akouei … kai poiei autous). ἀκούει (akouei) — “hears.” This is not mere a question of hearing. In biblical usage, akouō often carries the idea of hearing with understanding and attention that calls for response. Jesus is addressing those who have sat under His teaching, who have been exposed to the light of the kingdom. ποιεῖ (poiei) — “doeth.” From the verb ποιέω (poieō), meaning to do, to perform, to practice, to produce.  It is in the present tense, suggesting ongoing, habitual action— MAKE IT A HABIT! — a lifestyle of obedience, not occasional compliance. This is the same word used in 7:21 (“he that doeth the will of my Father”).   Both the wise and foolish man hear. The difference is not access to truth but response to truth.  James echoes this exactly: “Be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves” (James 1:22). Hearing without doing produces self-deception — the most dangerous spiritual condition. Examine your life honestly. Do you read Scripture, listen to sermons, or discuss doctrine — yet continue in known sin, neglect known duty, or live as though Christ's words are suggestions rather than commands?    The difference between information and transformation is obedience.   The Wise Builder and the Rock “…I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock…”   The Greek for “wise” is φρόνιμος (phronimos). It does not mean merely clever or intellectually sharp.    It describes one who is prudent, thoughtful, far-sighted, and practically wise — someone who thinks ahead and acts accordingly.    It comes from the root idea of the phrēn (the mind or seat of thought). The wise man counts the cost and builds for permanence.   He builds “upon a rock” — πέτραν (petran). This is not a small stone (petros) or a loose rock, but a massive outcropping of bedrock — solid, immovable, able to bear the full weight of the house through every season. In the immediate context, this rock is “these sayings of mine” — Christ's own words.    More deeply, it is Christ Himself as the divine authority and foundation (cf. 1 Corinthians 10:4; Psalm 18:2).   The wise builder does not begin with appearance, speed, or convenience. He begins with stability. He digs deep (as Luke's parallel emphasizes in Luke 6:48) until he reaches the unshakeable foundation.   Practical application: Building on the rock means ordering your entire life — marriage, finances, speech, relationships, ambitions, suffering — according to the concrete teachings of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. When He says forgive, you forgive. When He says love your enemies, you seek their good. When He warns against anxiety, you trust the Father.  This is not legalism; it is the fruit of genuine faith in the One who both commands and enables obedience.   The Foolish Builder and the Sand “…shall be likened unto a foolish man, which built his house upon the sand…”   The Greek for “foolish” is μωρός (mōros) — from which we get “moron.” It means dull, senseless, morally and spiritually stupid.    It is the opposite of phronimos. The fool is not necessarily ignorant; he is one who acts as though God will not judge, as though words may be heard without being heeded, and as though life can be built on shifting ground.   He builds “upon the sand” — ἄμμῳ (ammō). Sand is loose, shifting, and unable to bear weight under pressure. In the Jewish context Jesus' hearers knew well, this often meant building quickly and cheaply near a dry riverbed (wadi).  In fair weather it seemed convenient; when the rains came, the sand would be washed away in sudden, violent flash floods.   The sand represents any foundation other than obedience to Christ: outward religion without inward reality, emotional experiences without repentance, self-made morality, reputation, wealth, tradition, or feelings. All of these may look solid until tested. Practical application: Many today build on the sand of “I believe in Jesus” without submission to His lordship, or on church attendance and moral respectability without the transforming power of the gospel. Ask yourself: If every external support were removed — health, reputation, comfort, approval of others — what would remain?   The Storms Are Inevitable — and Revealing   Both houses face the identical storm: “the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house.”   In the land of Israel, storms could be sudden and catastrophic.  Torrential rains would turn dry riverbeds into raging torrents within minutes. Winds would lash the structures. The same forces struck both houses. Obedience does not exempt the believer from trials; it determines whether he stands when they come.   These storms picture: The ordinary trials of life (suffering, loss, temptation, persecution).   The providential testings of God that expose the heart.   Ultimately, the final judgment for believers, when every life is tested by divine fire (TURN 1 Corinthians 3:13–15). The storm does not create the foundation — it reveals it. The Contrast in the End   The wise man's house “fell not: for it was founded upon a rock.” It stands because its foundation was secure from the beginning. The foolish man's house “fell: and great was the fall of it.” The Greek πτῶσις (ptōsis) means collapse or ruin.    The word “great” (megalē) emphasizes the total, devastating nature of the destruction. All the labor, time, and hope invested in the house are lost in one catastrophic moment.     Practical application: A life of religious profession without obedience may appear impressive for years. But when the storm comes — whether in this life or at the judgment seat of Christ — the collapse will be total and terrible. There is no partial ruin when the foundation is wrong.       Christ's Supreme Authority   Notice the personal claim: “these sayings of mine.” Jesus does not point to Moses, the prophets, or tradition as the ultimate standard. He places His own words at the center. This is an astonishing assertion of divine authority.    The final question of every life is not “Did you hear?” but “Did you do what I said?”         Gospel Comfort and Urgent Invitation   This passage is both warning and mercy. Christ does not leave us without hope. The Rock is available.  The same Lord who demands obedience also provides the grace to obey through the new birth and the indwelling Spirit. To build on the rock is to come to Christ in repentant faith, to trust Him as Savior and submit to Him as Lord, and then — by His grace — to walk in obedience to His word. Hearing + doing is the evidence of genuine saving faith, not the ground of it.   Conclusion Matthew 7:24–27 teaches that the final test of discipleship is obedience to the words of Christ. Both the wise and the foolish hear.      The difference is what they do with what they hear. Storms will come to every life. Only the house built on the rock — the solid, unmovable foundation of Christ and His authoritative teaching — will stand.   Therefore, examine yourself today. Are you building on the rock or on the sand? The wise man builds for eternity. The foolish man builds for the moment. May God grant us grace to be wise builders — those who not only hear the sayings of Jesus but do them, to the glory of His name.      Christ is that Rock. His word is sure. His house shall stand forever.

Torrential rain slammed central Texas for the third day in a row, triggering dangerous flash floods in parts of the region. The same storm system also spun up a tornado near San Antonio. Millions of people in the U.S. are under air quality alerts across parts of the Midwest and Northeast due to heavy smoke burning from dozens of wildfires primarily in Ontario, Canada. Roger Bennett, founder and CEO of Men in Blazers Media Network, breaks down Argentina's thrilling win against England and what to expect from the World Cup final on Sunday when the defending champions take on Spain.The parents of Nolan Wells and their legal team say they've received some assurances about the thoroughness of the investigation into the 18-year-old's death. Wells was last seen on July 4 on a boating trip to Horn Island, which is 10 miles from Mississippi's Gulf Coast. GPS data reveals the movements of the boat before and after Wells' disappearance. Skyler Henry has more.The Navy's elite Blue Angels are investigating after a low flyover during an event in Pensacola, Florida. One of the jets came barreling so low over the beach that it sent sand, chairs and tents flying. Tom Hanson reports.Should you let artificial intelligence manage your money? While AI might be able to help you come up with a budget, experts say there are risks. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains.Cape Verde's goalie Josimar José Évora Dias, known as Vozinha, talks with "CBS Mornings" about the team's inspiring run in the World Cup. The tiny country was playing in the tournament for the first time. Vozinha describes his unexpected rise to fame, challenges to becoming a professional player and his future in soccer.

The state of emergency in Kaikōura has been lifted, almost a week after torrential rain caused the Kowhai River to burst its banks and triggered widespread flooding across the district. Residents are now in clean-up mode and are being warned to keep an eye out slips and landslides as prolonged rain has left the ground soaked. Samantha Gee reports.

Torrential rain and galeforce winds continues to lash the lower North Island. A heavy rain warning remains in place further north in the Tararua District and parts of the central North Island. It has been lifted for Wairarapa but rivers rose again last night and all bridges into into Martinborough in South Wairarapa are closed for the second time in 24 hours. Reporter Mary Argue spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

President Trump is expected to receive a chilly reception when he arrives in Turkey for a NATO summit ... Maine Democratic Senate hopeful Graham Platner is under increasing pressure to drop out of the race ... Torrential rains topple roofs and flood roads in the northeast, and a new severe weather threat emerges today.    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SES State Duty Officer Kane Murray & Tia from the Aldgate Valley B&B joined Kate & Tom to discuss the impact the crazy weather has had around the state over the last few days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Updates on a deadly tornado outbreak tearing through the Midwest and damaging winds plus possible flooding from the Plains to the East Coast. Also, Vice President J.D. Vance leads the U.S. delegation in Switzerland as the U.S. and Iran hold face-to-face talks over ending the war. Plus, World Cup Fever takes over as the U.S. team clinches the top spot in their group in two games. And, where to find the best sales this summer- on everything from tech to groceries. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last month on the evening of 26 May a huge lightning storm centred over a remote wooded area on the Leicestershire-Rutland border where we had left the Lento box alone to record. From where we were staying about three quarters of a mile away we could see fork lightning. We were worried that our equipment might not survive. In our last episode (297) we shared the hour before the tumult began. Now in episode 298, we're sharing a 92 minute segment of what it sounded like to be within the uninhabited forest as the storm passed directly overhead*. When we were in the woodland looking for a good spot for the mics, the sky was pure blue and the sun was shining down brightly. Soft breezes flowed between the trees carrying scents of cow parsley and sweet smelling vegetation. A perfect early summer's day. As we tied the Lento box to the trunk of an ash tree we had no hint of the weather to come. Torrential rain. Constant rolling thunder. Many overhead lightning strikes. A deluged forest streaming with water but whose resident wildlife rapidly springs back into song. If you like the thrill of sudden shock thunderclaps this is probably the episode for you but as a general note to all listeners please be aware there are some extremely loud and sudden thunderclaps as well as various other sound quality glitches. This is definitely NOT sleep safe. Please treat this episode as being a sound witness to extreme weather conditions in a remote rural woodland. It's also an opportunity to hear how wildlife sounds change during and after storm conditions. * This episode contains some shock thunderclaps (most intense at 50m 22s). The soundscape integrity is temporarily degraded when the mics overload. There is also a physical problem with the box itself, a 30 minute long period where the torrential rain gathers high up in the tree and begins to stream down the trunk some of which drips on top of the box itself. The dripping does eventually ease off and the forest returns with all its deluged wateriness back to rich sonorous song. ** For obvious reasons we don't have a photo of the storm in the forest. The image is from the same storm as it headed towards the area where the box was recording.  

Morning Briefing — Sunday, June 14, 2026West Rogers Park, Chicago (ZIP 60645)═══════════════════════════════════════HEBREW DATE & PARSHA═══════════════════════════════════════29 Sivan 5786 — Erev Rosh Chodesh TamuzParashat KorachRosh Chodesh Tamuz: June 15 (30 Sivan) and June 16 (1 Tamuz) — two-day Rosh Chodesh═══════════════════════════════════════ZMANIM — JUNE 14, 2026═══════════════════════════════════════Alos HaShachar: 3:20 AMEarliest Talis & Tefillin: 3:59 AMNetz HaChama (Sunrise): 5:14:34 AMSof Zman Krias Shma: 9:02:53 AMSof Zman Tefila: 10:19:00 AMChatzos: 12:51 PMEarliest Mincha: 1:29 PMShkiah (Sunset): 8:27:50 PM═══════════════════════════════════════NWS CHICAGO FORECAST SUMMARY═══════════════════════════════════════Issued: 6:38 AM CDT Sunday June 14, 2026 — Forecasters CMS/Izzi, NWS Chicago/RomeovilleScattered showers and isolated thunderstorms through mid-morning as cold front sweeps through. Ending west to east by late morning. Northwest winds gusting to 30 mph through sunset. Highs mainly in the low to mid 70s. Afternoon: Partly cloudy, quieter. Beach Hazard Statement in effect for NW Indiana Lake Michigan beaches (Lake and Porter County, IN) through this evening — dangerous swimming conditions.Tuesday: SPC Level 1 severe threat, mainly afternoon, eastern forecast area.Wednesday: Potential significant severe weather event. PWAT 1.5-2 inches. Torrential rain and flooding also possible. Wednesday night/Thursday: possible repeat dangerous swimming conditions at Indiana beaches if gradient strengthens.═══════════════════════════════════════WEATHER HISTORY — JUNE 14═══════════════════════════════════════June 14, 1903 — The Heppner Disaster, Heppner, Oregon. A cloudburst in the hills sent a flash flood roaring down Willow Creek. A 20-foot wall of water swept away a third of the town in minutes, killing 236 residents. One of the deadliest flash floods in American history.═══════════════════════════════════════FAMILY ACTIVITIES — SUNDAY JUNE 14═══════════════════════════════════════1. jBaby Chicago Bagels in the Park — 10 AM–12 PM, parks across Chicagoland, Free (JUF)2. Andersonville Midsommarfest (final day) — Andersonville neighborhood, Free3. Cops & Bobbers Fishing Derby — 9 AM, Eldridge Park, Elmhurst, Free4. Wells Street Art Festival (final day) — Old Town Chicago, Free5. Pro Rodeo & Stampede — Sonny Acres Farm, West Chicago═══════════════════════════════════════TOMORROW'S ZMANIM — MONDAY JUNE 15 (ROSH CHODESH TAMUZ)═══════════════════════════════════════30 Sivan 5786 — First Day Rosh Chodesh TamuzAlos HaShachar: 3:20 AMEarliest Talis & Tefillin: 3:59 AMNetz HaChama (Sunrise): 5:14:35 AMSof Zman Krias Shma: 9:03:00 AMSof Zman Tefila: 10:19:08 AMChatzos: 12:51 PMEarliest Mincha: 1:29 PMShkiah (Sunset): 8:28:14 PM═══════════════════════════════════════FOOTER═══════════════════════════════════════Weather With Enthusiasm is produced by Kol Simcha Productions.New episodes drop daily — morning forecasts at 7 AM every day on Spreaker, plus a historical weather deep-dive every Tuesday and Thursday at 7 AM CDT. Most podcast platforms (Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music) typically receive new episodes within 1–3 hours of release.Contact: kolsimchaproductions@outlook.comNot affiliated with any government agency or academic institution. Presented for educational and entertainment purposes — with meaning.Support the show — exclusive bonus episodes available to subscribers for just $5/month at spreaker.com/organization/kol-simcha.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weather-with-enthusiasm--4911017/support.Weather with Enthusiasm is produced by Kol Simcha Productions.New episodes drop daily (B'N)— a morning forecast at 7 AM and historical deep dives Tuesdays and Thursdays. Contact: kolsimchaproductions@outlook.comHistorical content is thoroughly researched and factually verified. After it has been factually verified it often will say so in the description. Should you find any mistakes, please email kolsimchaproductions@outlook.com so we can look into it and correct it. Not affiliated with any government agency or academic institution. Presented for educational and entertainment purposes — with meaning.Support the show — exclusive bonus episodes available to subscribers for just $2/month at spreaker.com/organization/kol-simcha

The first tropical storm of the eastern Pacific season has formed and could soon become hurricane. Another area of interest has the potential to develop into a major hurricane and bring dangerous weather to Mexico. Also, rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms could trigger dangerous flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country and other parts of the south-central United States through the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eben Brown as President Trump signals progress in Iran peace deal but nuclear material remains the sticking point. Today's National Days. Meteorologist Alex DaSilva on the recent increase of Tropical moisture in our area this week. Your texts and talkbacks. CAUTION: This message originSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's headlines include: A woman is dead and dozens of students have been rescued as torrential rain continues to drench southeast Queensland. An accused triple-murderer has appeared in court after the bodies of his wife and two children were discovered in a southwest Sydney home. Wildfires are threatening homes in the U.S. state of California, with thousands of residents forced to evacuate. And today’s good news: Aussie researchers have named a newly discovered fish species after a Sesame Street character. Hosts: Elliot Lawry and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Elliot Lawry Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube Channel Have feedback for us?We’re always looking for new ways to improve what we do. If you’ve got feedback, we’re all ears. Tell us here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Torrential rains has caused flooding and landslides in Wellington. 

MMSD manages the wastewater and flood prevention for 29 Milwaukee communities. The system is being maxed out from a week of storms and flooding.

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Storm: recording of torrential rain made during fieldwork in Colombia.From the sound collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, being from a collection of reel-to-reel tape recordings of Chocó music and soundscapes made by students Jonathan Ambache and Richard Saumarez Smith in Colombia in 1965.Recorded by Jonathan Ambache and Richard Saumarez Smith.Copyright Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

Residents of the storm smashed southern Wairarapa are assessing the damage after their homes and properties were inundated with floodwater. Torrential rain earlier this week caused widespread havoc across the lower North Island, knocking out power and cutting off access to rural and coastal settlements. Hundreds in the south of Wairarapa have been isolated after raging floodwaters took out two bridges, but one reopened last night, and the other just an hour ago. Mary Argue was there.

Some isolated Wairarapa residents are gutted they're cut off from their livelihoods and emergency services after a destructive storm ripped through the region on Sunday and Monday. Torrential rain and widespread flooding has washed out the Lake Ferry Road bridge over the Turangaui River - cutting off settlements in Ngawi, Lake Ferry and Cape Palliser. Meanwhile, thousands of homes are still without power across the Wairarapa region, as well as in Wellington. Ellen O'Dwyer reports.

Officials are looking at the possibility the Swiss bar fire that killed around 40 people was started by a candle that was too close to the ceiling. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani inaugurated. Torrential rain in California causes flooding and mudslides. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A powerful storm continues to batter California, triggering mudslides, severe flooding and multiple evacuations. It's a record-setting Christmas Day for rain and officials are warning travelers to reconsider holiday travel plans as dangerous conditions may only get worse. William Brangham reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Three people are believed to be missing after the car they were travelling in was washed away during heavy rainfall in Amanzimtoti last night. Website

Welcome to a new episode of ASMR Sleep.In this episode, you will hear torrential rainfall sound immersion.What sounds would you like to hear next time? Leave a comment in the review

It's the beginning of the regular season for the PWHL this week. And to help us get up to speed on all things Seattle Torrent we have Patti and Meagan from Gloves off Seattle for this exciting bonus episode! Whether you're a diehard PWHL fan or you're new this season, you don't want to miss this exciting bonus episode!

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The Hong Kong Observatory on Wednesday afternoon downgraded the warning level for super typhoon Ragasa and issued the No.8 Southeast Gale or Storm Signal as it moves away from Hong Kong.香港天文台于周三下午下调超强台风“桦加沙”的预警级别，并发布八号东南烈风或暴风信号。目前，“桦加沙”正逐步远离香港。The signal means that Ragasa will generate winds with a speed of 63 km per hour or more, down from 118 km indicative of the hurricane signal No.10 issued early Wednesday morning.八号信号意味着“桦加沙”将给香港带来每小时63公里或以上的风力。此前在周三凌晨，天文台曾发布十号飓风信号，当时预示的风力可达每小时118公里。The observatory expects to maintain the No.8 signal until 8 pm on Wednesday.天文台预计，八号信号将持续至周三晚上8时。Torrential rains and strong winds had resulted in 437 reports of collapsed trees, 15 reports of waterlogging and one report of mudslide by Wednesday noon, according to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government.据香港特别行政区政府通报，截至周三中午，台风引发的暴雨和强风已造成437宗树木倒塌报告、15宗水浸报告及1宗山泥倾泻报告。downgradev.降低;下调/ˌdaʊnˈɡreɪd/torrentialadj.特大的，暴雨般的；猛烈的/təˈrenʃl/waterloggingn.积水，水浸；涝灾/ˈwɔːtəˌlɒɡɪŋ/

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Tai-Ex opening The Tai-Ex opened up 240-points this morning from yesterday's close, at 26,121 on turnover of 9.8-billion N-T. The market closed at another record high on Monday, rising more than 300 points, as Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing hit a record high on the back of ample (充足) liquidity. Land warnings for Super Typhoon Ragasa lifted The Central Weather Administration has lifted its land warning for Super Typhoon Ragasa. The weather administration is expected to lift its sea warning this evening at the earliest. Ragasa is continuing to move in a westerly direction into the South China Sea. However, rain advisories remain in effect for much of the island. Extremely torrential rain warnings have been issued for mountainous areas of Hualien and Taitung. Torrential rain alerts are in effect for lowlying areas of Hualien and Taitung as well as for mountainous areas (多山，山區) of Kaohsiung and Pingtung. While extremely heavy rain alerts are in effect for all of Yilan, lowlying areas of Pingtung as well as for mountainous areas of New Taipei, Taoyuan, Taichung and Nantou. All of those rain advisories are currently expected to be be effect through tonight. Taipei-Shanghai City Forum postponed The Taipei City Government has announced that this week's Taipei-Shanghai City Forum will not take place as scheduled due to "unresolved details." According to the city government, both sides have agreed that the annual forum should be well-prepared rather than rushed. City Hall is still working on two memoranda of understanding with the central government and its Shanghai counterpart. Deputy Mayor Lin Yi-hua says the city government sent those M-O-Us to the central government about a month ago to comply (遵守) with regulations. One is still awaiting approval from several agencies, while details of the other are still under negotiation. DRC M23 Rebels Clash with Congolese Army Fighting between the Congolese army and the M23 rebels erupted in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo over the weekend leaving a trail of death and destruction. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa… Egypt ProDemocracy Activist Freed by Presidential Pardon Pro-democracy activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah was released from prison after being granted a presidential pardon. He and five other prisoners had been pardoned Monday after the National Council for Human Rights acted on behalf of their families and urged President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi to consider (考慮) the prisoners' situation on humanitarian grounds. His campaign said el-Fattah was released after being imprisoned almost all of the past 12 years and was now in his home in Cairo. He was arrested 2014 for participating in an unauthorized protest and allegedly assaulting a police officer. el-Fattah was one of the most prominent Egyptian activists in the 2011 Arab Spring uprising. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

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Torrential rain in Taranaki last week caused the upper reaches of the Waitotara River to breach its banks covering the Waitotara Valley Road in places with debris and silt. Taranaki Whanganui reporter Robin Martin went to take a visit.

Last time we spoke about the allied invasion of Balikpapan. In June 1945, the war in the Pacific escalated as American forces, spearheaded by Generals Eichelberger and Krueger, fiercely battled the entrenched Japanese on Luzon. Despite harsh conditions and fierce resistance, the Americans made crucial advances, capturing key positions that rekindled hope for the Filipino people. Concurrently, preparations for the invasion of Balikpapan intensified. The Australian 7th Division assembled for a July 1 amphibious assault against a heavily fortified Japanese defense, known for its formidable coast artillery and entrenched positions. The Australians faced fierce opposition upon landing; however, skilled maneuvering and robust artillery support allowed them to swiftly gain a foothold. As the Australians secured their beachhead, they marked the beginning of a challenging campaign against determined Japanese forces in Balikpapan, setting the stage for further confrontations in the Pacific theater.  This episode is Victory at Bougainville  Welcome to the Pacific War Podcast Week by Week, 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 world war two? Kings and Generals have an assortment of episodes on world war two 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 you can find a few videos all the way from the Opium Wars of the 1800's until the end of the Pacific War in 1945.  We last left off on Bougainville, by mid-April, Brigadier Heathcote Hammer's 15th Brigade had commenced its crucial task of relieving Brigadier Field's weary and battered 7th Brigade. This transition came at a pivotal moment when Brigadier Stevenson's 11th Brigade successfully secured the Soraken Peninsula, a strategic point on Bougainville's southern coast, while also continuing their efforts to contain enemy forces along the notorious Numa Numa Trail, a crucial supply route for Japanese troops. Supported by reinforcements in artillery and air power, Generals Savige and Bridgeford were optimistic about continuing their limited offensive toward the south. Their immediate objective was to capture the line of the Hongorai River, considered a significant tactical advantage, followed by the Hari River, which would serve as the 15th Brigade's main aim. On the opposing side, General Kanda had learned a harsh lesson about the ineffectiveness of banzai charges during the fierce fighting at the Battle of Slater's Knoll. This costly experience prompted him to alter his strategy significantly. He decided to pull his remaining troops back to a defensive perimeter focused around Buin, which is located in the southern region of Bougainville. Here, he reinforced his defenses with garrison troops from Kieta, situated on the eastern side of Bougainville, the Shortlands Islands to the northwest, and the Fauros Islands to the northeast. However, with this concentration of forces not expected to be operational until July, the troops stationed in the forward areas were tasked with executing a critical delaying action in the meantime, buying precious time for reinforcements to arrive. Meanwhile, on April 17, the Australian 24th Battalion began its advance along the Buin Road, a vital route for both supply and troop movement. Two companies made their way toward Dawe's Creek, while another company launched an assault against the enemy strongholds at Kindara. Remarkably, they broke through enemy lines the following day, pushing further to Sindou Creek and Umam Creek. Here, they faced multiple sharp counterattacks over the next week, demonstrating the fierce resistance from Japanese forces determined to hold their ground. As patrols moved deeper into the thick jungle on either side of the Buin Road, the struggle became increasingly intense. Each advance was hard-fought, marked by skirmishes that tested the resolve and endurance of the Australian soldiers. Finally, on April 26, the advance resumed in earnest, making rapid gains toward the Hongorai River. The combination of heavy air support and relentless artillery bombardment had effectively dispelled any opposition along the route, allowing the Australians to push forward with renewed vigor. By May 4, as the 24th Battalion finally approached the banks of the Hongorai River, they encountered significant resistance. However, on the 4th Lieutenant Lawn's platoon was advancing with two tanks and a bulldozer when the crew of the leading tank came to a log across the road and saw movement in the bush. A burst of machine-gun fire from the tank cut the leaves away and revealed the barrel of a field gun. The first round fired from the tank's 2-pounder disabled the enemy gun and the enemy seemed to flee. Farther ahead, however, a mine exploded at the rear of the second tank. It was discovered that it had been exploded with a wire by a Japanese concealed in the bush. Henceforward mines and concealed guns were encountered more and more frequently. They were detected chiefly by the practised eyes of the engineer teams of Major Needham's 15th Field Company who became increasingly skilful. Mechanical detectors were defeated by several sorts of mine employed wooden boxes filled with T.N.T., for example; but their presence was betrayed by protruding fuses, wires, disturbed earth, and confirmed by prodding with a bayonet. As the 24th Battalion neared the Hongorai it became evident that the Japanese intended to make the Australians pay a price for each advance, and that they were willing to trade a field gun for a tank at every opportunity. On the 4th and many later occasions leading tanks were fired on at a range of a few yards by guns cleverly concealed beside the track, but in positions from which the Japanese could not hope to extricate them. In other respects also the Japanese tactics were improving and their striking power was strengthened. Each forward Australian battalion was now under frequent artillery fire, evidently directed by Japanese observers who remained close to the Australian advance, and it was this which was now causing most of the casualties. The shells usually burst in the trees and their fragments were scattered over a wide area with lethal effects. To counter the tanks the Japanese were now establishing their positions not astride the track but about 100 yards from it in places where the tanks could not reach them until a side track had been made. The Hongorai River, a critical geographical landmark, ran through Bougainville's lush terrain, acting as both a natural barrier and tactical objective. In late April, the 9th Battalion had continued to push forward across the Huio River, a vital waterway that intersected with Japanese defenses. They faced some enemy resistance but managed to clear the Horinu-Rumiki Trail by the end of the month. This narrow, winding path had strategic importance, connecting various units and enabling supplies to move closer to the frontline. On May 3, the 9th Battalion was finally relieved by the 57th/60th Battalion, which, due to its relative inexperience, found progress challenging along the Commando Road a route named after the elite Australian commandos who often operated in this area. Their inexperience in facing seasoned Japanese troops led to slower advances in the crucial days that followed. Meanwhile, the 2/8th Commando Squadron had been conducting deep reconnaissance patrols towards the Hari River and along the Tiger Road, determined to discover the extent of Japanese defenses south of the Hongorai. The Tiger Road, notorious for its rugged conditions, was pivotal for troop movements in the region. On May 5, the 24th Battalion, now bolstered by a newly assigned tank squadron, resumed its advance with renewed determination. However, they were once again halted by fierce defenders who launched a strong yet costly counterattack the following morning. This desperate but valiant effort by the Japanese troops resulted in significant casualties and demonstrated their resolve to maintain control of the Hongorai line. Subsequently, the Japanese forces ultimately abandoned their positions along the Hongorai during the night. Finally, on May 7, the Australians reached the Hongorai River, marking a significant milestone in their campaign. At that moment, the 57th/60th Battalion was securing a crucial crossing over the Hongorai on the Commando Road, enabling further advances into enemy territory. With the next objective focused on the line stretching from the Hari River to Monoitu and Kapana, Brigadier Hammer's battalions shifted their tactics for the second and third weeks of May. They undertook deep patrols into Japanese-occupied territory, gathering vital intelligence while also seeking to harass the enemy and disrupt their operations. Additionally, the commandos maintained their patrols along the challenging Tiger Road and established a new patrol base further north at Monorei. This base would serve as a critical outpost for monitoring enemy movements and launching further operations. Meanwhile, the 58th/59th Battalion explored the rugged areas south of the Buin Road, successfully clearing the Aitara Mission. This mission played a crucial role in their broader strategies, as it prepared them to execute a wide flanking maneuver aimed at cutting the road east of the Hongorai, further encircling Japanese forces. To support the advancing Australian forces, New Zealand aircraft launched significant attacks on Japanese concentrations positioned along the Buin and Commando Roads. On May 17, the 57th/60th Battalion crossed the upper reaches of the Hongorai River, advancing across a wide front along the Commando Road to draw the enemy's attention to that area. On the eve of this move Hammer issued an order of the day in a characteristic style. He spoke of his "undying admiration" for and "extreme confidence" in his men and told them that the next few weeks might see the major defeat of the Japanese in south Bougainville. "Go to battle as you have done in the last month and no enemy can withstand you." In the subsequent days, they successfully secured territory up to the Torobiru River, creating pressure on the Japanese lines and disrupting their defensive operations. On May 20, following a powerful air and artillery bombardment, the 24th Battalion finally launched its long-anticipated assault across the Hongorai River. This marked a turning point as they occupied the strategically significant Egan's Ridge by May 22. Egan's Ridge offered an elevated position that overlooked the surrounding terrain, making it crucial for controlling movement in the vicinity. Meanwhile, the 58th/59th Battalion executed a stealthy wide flanking maneuver towards Mayberry's Crossing, positioning themselves strategically to disrupt Japanese supply lines and communication. On May 21, the Australians moved out once more to cut the Buin Road at Runai, an essential route that facilitated movement and supplies for the Japanese forces. In the following days, the remaining sections of this critical road were secured as the Japanese forces west of the Hari River were forced to retreat, effectively diminishing their operational capabilities in the region. As these operations unfolded, the 2/8th Commando Squadron established a new base on Morokaimoro, positioning themselves for further reconnaissance and engagements. They began patrolling towards Taitai and the Mivo River, both vital points of interest as the Australians sought to gather intelligence on enemy movements. In the meantime, the 57th/60th Battalion pressed on to capture the Oso Junction by May 27. However, they encountered harassment from night raiding parties and artillery fire, which highlighted the persistent threat of Japanese resistance in this area. On 2nd June the main advance was resumed, the 58th/59th moving forward without opposition through positions which had been "completely devastated by air, artillery and mortars". "Not one enemy was found alive or dead," wrote the battalion diarist, "although a strong smell of death pervaded the whole area." A prisoner taken later in the day said that the air strike had completely demoralised the defenders, and when they heard the tanks approaching they had fled. On the left the 57th/60th reached the Sunin River against slight opposition. On the 3rd and 4th the 58th/59th continued the advance, moving slowly because of the need to disarm an unprecedentedly large number of mines and booby-traps-more than 100 in three days-until they reached the Peperu River. Patrols moving stealthily forward to the Hari and across it found evidence of much confusion, many positions dug but unoccupied, and small groups of Japanese at large. It was decided to attack frontally towards the Hari next day. At the same time, the 57th/60th Battalion also reached the Sunin River, facing only slight opposition during their advance. On June 6, the 58th/59th Battalion launched an attack towards the Hari River, but despite their efforts, they only managed to gain about 500 yards against strong defensive positions held by the Japanese. The next three days proved challenging as the 58th/59th Battalion, supported by tanks, found their progress impeded by swampy terrain, a road littered with hidden mines, and intermittent shellfire threatening their advance. The combined obstacles of the natural environment and determined enemy resistance severely limited their ability to make significant gains. In light of the pressing circumstances, Brigadier Hammer made a pivotal decision to send the 58th/59th Battalion on a shallow outflanking march to the north. Their mission was clear: cut the Buin Road several miles east of the Hari River. At the same time, the 57th/60th Battalion was tasked with thrusting wide to the south, maneuvering around the Ogorata River to intercept the same road near Rusei. After four days of concentrated air and artillery bombardment designed to weaken enemy defenses, the 58th/59th Battalion commenced its operation on June 12. They sent two companies forward to secure a position along the road, located 2,000 yards east of the Hari. This forward position was critical for their strategy to disrupt Japanese supply lines. Two days later, on June 14, these forces continued their advance eastward toward the Ogorata River, while the remainder of the battalion engaged the enemy at the Hari ford, a crucial crossing point. Despite the fierce opposition, the ford was finally secured on June 15, following another extensive bombardment that significantly diminished the Japanese presence along the road west of the Ogorata. This success was instrumental in facilitating further operations in the area.  Concurrently, the 57th/60th Battalion had embarked on their mission on June 11, making slow but steady progress through the challenging, trackless bush. They ultimately found a path leading from Kingori to Rusei, where they began encountering Japanese resistance. Pushing through treacherous swampy terrain and dense bamboo thickets, the Australians reached the Buin Road at Rusei by June 15, successfully coordinating with patrols from the 58th/59th Battalion the following day. In addition to securing Rusei, a robust patrol from the 57th/60th Battalion set out along the northern flank to establish a patrol base north of Musaraka. This base detected a significant enemy presence behind them, leading to a critical reassessment of their positions. Consequently, in late June, the 24th Battalion was dispatched to take over the Taitai-Kingori-Katsuwa area, reinforcing the Australian foothold and securing vital routes in the region. Meanwhile, back to the south, the 57th/60th Battalion began to push eastward toward the Mobiai River on June 16. However, their advance quickly met strong opposition just 400 yards into enemy territory. Faced with determined resistance, the battalion executed a wide outflanking maneuver, a tactical shift that successfully forced the Japanese forces to withdraw by June 19, allowing the Australians to continue their advance. In the following days, the 57th/60th Battalion pressed steadily forward, ultimately encountering increased opposition near the Mobiai River on June 24. A heavy bombardment was launched in an attempt to dislodge the entrenched Japanese forces, but it proved ineffective. However, the next day, the Japanese troops had mysteriously withdrawn, allowing the Australians to secure a vital crossing over the river. Taking advantage of this opportunity, the 58th/59th Battalion moved in to occupy the newly attained Mobiai positions. Meanwhile, the 57th/60th and 24th Battalions advanced farther north, preparing for an outflanking maneuver aimed at Shishigatero, a critical tactical point lying to the northeast. In anticipation of an Australian offensive, General Kanda dispatched the 23rd Regiment to establish a defensive base near the Mivo ford. This strategic relocation was part of his preparations for the final defenses behind the Mivo River, as Japanese troops sought to hold their ground against the advancing Australians. By June 28, the 57th/60th and 24th Battalions reached their designated assembly areas, where they successfully repelled several Japanese counterattacks. The next morning, they began their advance southeast, shrouded in the loud thunder of artillery barrages that paved the way for their push. They reached the Buin Road at the confluence of the Ivana, Koopani, and Mivo Rivers, making significant headway. At the same time, the 58th/59th Battalion aimed to open the road for the 24th Battalion, positioned about 1,000 yards away. However, they encountered sharp resistance from Japanese forces defending their positions fiercely. Following this notable success, as Hammer's units faced and repelled various Japanese counterattacks at their new positions, General Bridgeford directed Brigadier Noel Simpson's 29th Brigade to the frontline to relieve the beleaguered 15th Brigade. Each incoming battalion was met with sharp clashes as they moved up, as Japanese forces sought to maintain their hold on strategic territory. Finally, on July 10, Hammer's units were relieved, a long-awaited reprieve after weeks of grueling combat. Despite the shift in command, Simpson's battalions began sending patrols forward in preparation for a crossing of the Mivo River. Unfortunately, due to the heavy resistance encountered and the onset of relentless rains that would continue throughout the month, this final offensive was never carried out. Instead, the troops were limited to vigorous patrolling activities during July and August, maintaining a presence but unable to launch significant offensives in the harsh conditions. Many of these patrols encountered fierce opposition, signaling that the enemy intended to mount a determined defense along the Mivo line. These patrols regularly captured crucial documents from Japanese soldiers ambushed along the tracks leading to their forward positions, allowing Australian forces to construct a clearer picture of the enemy's intentions and deployments. Among these daring reconnaissance missions was one conducted by a patrol from the 42nd Battalion, led by Lieutenant Oldfield. Tasked with scouting a potential crossing at the Mivo, Oldfield and four other soldiers discovered the river was in flood. Undeterred, they stripped off their gear, swam across the turbulent waters, and advanced 500 yards beyond the riverbank, without any weapons. The weight of the Australian artillery and mortar bombardments altered the enemy's tactics. Rather than holding fixed positions, the Japanese began to dig in less and instead employed a strategy of hit-and-run raids and ambushes executed by small groups of three to ten men. Before July 10 arrived, the relentless rain compelled a second postponement of the advance; the new date for the operation was set for July 24. However, the downpour continued to intensify. By July 10, even the patrols could not cross the flooded Mivo. "Torrential rain flooded the divisional area, reducing the Buin Road to a treacherous sea of mud and creating a series of islands between the various rivers." On July 17, conditions worsened further, with a dramatic eight inches of rain falling in just 36 hours. The new challenge was no longer about advancing troops but ensuring that the men were fed where they remained. Virtually all the bridges along the lines of communication were washed away, and all the rivers were flooded; the Mivo was now surging at a speed of twelve miles an hour. As a result, the forward units could only be supplied via air transport. It would take weeks to repair the damaged roads and bridges, leading to D-day being postponed until late August. As the southern operations unfolded, General Savige made a strategic decision to bring Brigadier Arnold Potts' 23rd Brigade from Munda and its surrounding islands to Torokina. Upon arrival, Savige immediately tasked the 27th Battalion with taking over the central sector beyond Pearl Ridge. The Australians quickly began bombing and launching attacks in the Berry's Hill-Hunt's Hill area, ultimately securing this crucial location on May 16. Following the seizure of Berry's Hill, the 27th Battalion conducted patrols toward key positions at Sisivie, Tokua, Base Point 3, and Wearne's Hill throughout late May. On June 3, they initiated an attack towards Tiernan's Spur, making significant progress before being relieved by the 7th Battalion. The 7th Battalion, upon taking over, adopted an aggressive posture, and on June 11, they attacked Tiernan's Spur, successfully securing the feature this time. Soon after, a combination of reconnaissance and air bombardment set the stage for an assault on Wearne's Hill on June 16. However, they encountered strong opposition and were unable to seize its crest until June 20. In parallel operations, a company captured Sisivie without encountering resistance on June 12. Another company was dispatched to establish a forward base in the Wakunai Valley, successfully creating observation posts that overlooked Inus Point and the large Numa Numa Plantation by June 21. After conducting extensive bombardments against remaining Japanese positions, the Australians finally secured the remainder of Wearne's Hill on June 24. Starting June 26, the 7th Battalion began probing towards Centre Hill, which they ultimately found abandoned on July 6. Meanwhile, on July 3, Tokua was occupied as a base for future operations probing north toward Ibu and Buritsiotorara. Artillery and aircraft continued to harass North Hill, which was finally captured on July 13. Just five days later, Cameron's Hill was also successfully attacked and secured. The 7th Battalion then pressed forward along the main track towards Charlie Creek and McInnes Hill, achieving their objectives by August 8 as the remaining Japanese forces were forced to retire to Numa Numa. Looking north, the 55th/53rd Battalion took over from the exhausted 26th Battalion in early April, following the fall of the Soraken Peninsula. Upon assuming command, Lieutenant Colonel Stevenson immediately directed the 55th/53rd to cross the Nagam River and launch an attack towards Pora Pora, a key strategic location in the region. The battalion pressed on along the main coastal track, but on April 13, they faced an unsuccessful assault against the enemy positioned at McKinnon's Ridge. Meanwhile, a company from the battalion moved through an inland route, encountering no resistance as they advanced to a position just two miles from Pora Pora. Recognizing the resolute enemy defenses along the main track, the Australians initiated a program of heavy artillery bombardment, complemented by flanking maneuvers designed to outmaneuver the entrenched defenders. This relentless strategy began to pay off, eventually forcing the Japanese to retreat on April 21. During this critical period, the unopposed company on the inland track continued to push forward until it was only one mile from Pora Pora. In the following four days, the 55th/53rd Battalion fought its way into the Pora Pora bottleneck, engaging in fierce combat that successfully expelled the Japanese forces by April 30. With this victory, the Australians were able to continue their advance northward, making rapid gains against a retreating enemy. On May 4, they captured the Ratsua jetty, a vital logistics point that facilitated further operations. Two columns of the 55th/53rd commenced a swift march towards Ruri Bay, while a company from the 26th Battalion successfully seized Torokori Island on May 6. Three days later, as they finally approached Ruri Bay, the Australians successfully repelled an enemy ambush. However, Brigadier Stevenson's orders were now to halt their advance at the Ratsua-Ruri Bay line and focus on active patrolling extending northward to Tarbut and Tarlena. Despite this directive, the situation became increasingly precarious. The Japanese, bolstered by four small provisional battalions of naval troops under Captain Kato Ekichi, grew aggressive beyond the established line. Daily patrol clashes erupted, with Australian positions and supply lines subjected to constant ambushes. Recognizing the need for reinforcements, the weary 55th/53rd Battalion was relieved by the 26th Battalion on May 21. In response, the 26th immediately dispatched two companies to thrust forward in the area south and east of Buoi Plantation. However, these units quickly encountered strong counterattacks, while patrols faced heavy resistance around Siara and Chindawon. As Stevenson's forces found themselves facing a fortified opponent stronger than anticipated, permission was granted to send two companies from the 31st/51st Battalion to take over the western sector on June 3. Despite this reinforcements, the Australians continued to struggle to make meaningful progress northward. After the 26th Battalion had been in the line for three hard weeks its diarist wrote that the campaign had become one of "holding a superior number of enemy by the aggressive action of a tired depleted battalion-companies were no more than half strength and had been in forward areas continuously for four months". The battalion's fighting strength on 3rd June was only 23 officers and 353 other ranks. The constant patrolling, the artillery fire and the raids on jeep trains on tracks well to the rear were wearing down the men's spirits. In response to the persistent challenges, a strategic decision was made to outmaneuver the Japanese by landing a reinforced company of the 31st/51st Battalion at Porton Plantation, aiming to approach the enemy from the western flank. During the early hours of June 8, the assault force successfully landed unopposed and swiftly established a perimetric defense reaching 150 yards inland. However, the surprised defenders quickly regrouped, unleashing a barrage of machine-gun fire that effectively thwarted the unloading of heavy weapons, reserve ammunition, and essential supplies. Although supporting artillery fire was effectively directed at the Japanese positions, the Australians soon found themselves pinned down as Captain Kato reinforced the defenses surrounding their perimeter. To complicate matters further, a convoy of Australian supplies and reinforcements attempting to reach the newly established perimeter was successfully repelled by the tenacious defenders during the night. The next morning, it was decided to withdraw the force late that evening. However, as the Australians prepared for their retreat, the Japanese launched a strong counterattack from three sides. The enemy attacked in relentless waves, and although they were met with devastating Australian fire, the pressure forced the company to pull back towards the beach. In the morning they launched what was evidently intended as a final blow, thrusting from three sides. Now estimated at over 400 they attacked in waves and were mowed down by the Australian fire. To confuse their enemy they shouted English phrases such as "Watch the right flank", "Throw it in the middle", "It's only me, Jack", and so on. The Australians pulled back towards the beach and at 1 p.m.  During the afternoon, three landing craft moved towards the beach under heavy enemy fire in an effort to embark the soldiers. Unfortunately, two of the crafts were overloaded and became stranded. One eventually drifted off with the tide during the evening; however, the other remained besieged by heavy fire throughout the night. On June 10, Australian forces continued their attempts to rescue the stranded men, launching efforts under the cover of a strong air attack. At dawn on June 10, there were 38 living men on board the besieged landing craft, commanded by Corporal Hall. Their meager arsenal included two Bren guns, five Owen submachine guns, and nine rifles. The remaining rations consisted of eight tins of fruit or vegetables, three or four tins of meat, and three tins of condensed milk. Corporal Hall devised a defensive plan to maximize their chances of survival. He removed the wooden shelves under the overlapping sides of the ALCA to create protective cover under the flaps for all the troops. The dismantled wireless set was discarded overboard to free up additional space. To assist with breathing during rising tides, each man was issued six-inch lengths of copper piping. A continuous watch was kept from the coxswain's enclosure to monitor Japanese movements and report any developments. The soldiers cleaned and oiled their weapons using lubricant sourced from the engines, ensuring that they were well-maintained and ready for use. A medical kit was placed in the capable hands of a member of the 19th Australian Field Ambulance, who diligently distributed morphine and dressings as needed. At 15:30 on June 10, a concerted effort to rescue the stranded survivors commenced. An intense and precise air attack targeted the enemy positions, but unfortunately, it failed to hit the pillbox from which most of the fire directed at the barge was originating. Bombers dropped inflated rubber rafts near the landing craft in an attempt to assist, but Japanese gunfire prevented any men from reaching these lifelines. Under the cover of an artillery smoke screen, a landing craft attempted to reach the shore. However, enemy fire wounded several crew members, including the coxswain, damaging the steering gear and causing the craft to circle out of control. Amidst this chaos, Corporal Hall attempted to silence the pillbox with a Bren gun, but his efforts were in vain. In a desperate bid to assist the aircraft in locating the target, he splashed bullets towards the pillbox, yet the attempt proved futile as the damaged landing craft was forced to withdraw. They successfully repelled several Japanese parties attempting to swim out to the immobilized craft during the night. Finally, in the early hours of June 11, the besieged Australians were rescued by three assault boats, managing to pull them from the critical situation. In this endeavor, the Australian forces suffered significant losses, with 23 men reported killed or missing and 106 wounded. Among these casualties, five killed and seven wounded belonged to the 42nd Landing Craft Company. Estimates suggest that the Japanese forces faced losses of approximately 147 confirmed dead, with an additional 50 likely killed. The infantry units suffered specifically dire consequences, with two officers killed and three wounded, these included both company commanders, leaving only Lieutenants Patterson and Reiter, two young veterans from the 6th Division, as the sole surviving leaders from six platoon commanders. Additionally, 14 other ranks were reported killed or missing, while 57 were wounded. Of those wounded, five were sent to the field ambulance suffering from exposure, and nine sustained cuts and bruises. The repulse of the Australian attempt to land near Porton on June 8, 9, and 10 significantly boosted Japanese morale. Observers reported that the landing occurred on a rough strip of beach, making it difficult for the enemy to negotiate the surrounding reefs. The high ground in the vicinity provided an excellent vantage point for the Japanese, allowing for optimal placement of automatic weapons. In response to the Australian advance, Captain Kato swiftly dispatched 150 troops from Chabai to reinforce the approximately 100 men already engaged in combat. These reinforcements succeeded in thwarting any further enemy landings, ultimately pushing the Australians back to the beach, from where their remaining forces were evacuated in haste. Kato estimated that around 250 Australians had landed, resulting in the loss of 60 killed and 100 wounded, alongside 26 Japanese fatalities. If the Japanese report regarding their own losses is accurate, it suggests that both sides engaged in this grim action sustained approximately equal losses. Moreover, during this battle, the reinforced 26th Battalion failed to exploit this diversionary attack, missing the opportunity to push against the stubborn resistance of Captain Kato's isolated posts. On June 20, Brigadier Potts' 23rd Brigade began taking over the northern sector, with orders to contain the Japanese forces in the Bonis Peninsula and patrol towards Buka Passage. This relief operation was completed by the end of the month. However, the 8th and 27th Battalions continued to face harassment from Kato's deep patrols throughout July. Ultimately, the overextended 27th Battalion on the right flank was withdrawn on July 22 to allow the 8th Battalion to successfully attack and capture Commo Ridge the following day. On July 24, the 8th Battalion launched an unsuccessful attack on Part Ridge. However, this heavy assault shook the defenders, paving the way for the Australians to capture the ridge against light opposition on August 5. This marked the last major action of the Bougainville Campaign. In total, Savige's 2nd Corps endured losses of 516 Australians killed and 1,572 wounded. It is estimated that approximately 8,500 Japanese soldiers were killed by Australian forces and their native allies, while an additional 9,800 succumbed to illness during the Australian period on Bougainville. By the end of the campaign, only 23,571 men remained out of about 65,000 who had been on the island when the Americans launched their attack in November 1943. Now, attention turned westward to Balikpapan, where General Milford's 7th Australian Division successfully landed on July 1. They secured an important perimeter extending through Santosa Hill, Parramatta, Mount Malang, and Stalkudo. The battle resumed the following day, with the 2/14th Battalion advancing along the Vasey Highway to seize the Sepinggang airstrip unopposed. Meanwhile, the 2/3rd Commando Squadron took over the area northeast of Stalkudo, though they made little progress toward the Lady Schofield feature due to heavy enemy fire. The 2/27th Battalion strengthened and extended its hold on the high ground northwest of Stalkudo. The 2/16th Battalion pressed northward, successfully capturing Resort, Owen, and Oxley without sustaining any losses. The 2/12th Battalion took Potts and consolidated its position on Portee. The 2/10th Battalion conducted mopping-up operations in the secured areas, patrolling vigorously forward, and also seized Mount Sepuluh. Lastly, the 2/9th Battalion, supported by a troop of tanks, cleared Kandasan town along the coast as far as Signal Hill. By the end of the day, Brigadier Eather's 25th Brigade had landed to take over the central portions of the front, tasked with pushing inland astride the Milford Highway. On July 3, one company of the 2/10th Battalion advanced through the port, while another cleared the Tank Plateau, and a third focused on the lower ground between the plateau and Parramatta. Concurrently, the 2/9th Battalion, supported by its troop of tanks, successfully took the Santosa barracks, which they had bypassed the previous day. The division now held a bridgehead approximately five miles wide and one mile deep, successfully securing one of the two airstrips. On July 3, light aircraft began operating from this newly established base. However, unloading heavy equipment and stores proved to be a challenging task, causing considerable anxiety among the troops. A swell made it difficult to transfer loads to Landing Craft Tank (LCTs) and small craft, while it was impossible to run the Landing Ship Tank (LSTs) directly onto the beach. By 06:00 on July 3, progress was evident, with 985 vehicles and 1,932 tons of various equipment and stores successfully landed, alongside 16,950 men ashore. Later that morning, an LST began unloading at a pontoon jetty constructed on Green Beach by an American naval construction battalion. The captured port was a scene of devastation, characterized by wrecked workshops and warehouses, leaving little more than twisted, rusty steel and piles of rubble where houses once stood. The seven wharves designed for ocean-going vessels had all been burned, rendering them unusable. Among the debris, one dump of scrap iron collected by the Japanese from the ruins measured 520 yards long, with another scrap pile opposite it stretching about 150 yards. As unloading operations continued on the main beaches, the 2/14th Battalion began moving towards the Manggar airstrip but found themselves halted at Batakan Kechil. The 2/27th Battalion took over the defense of the Sepinggang strip, and the 2/3rd Commando Squadron discovered the Lady Schofield feature abandoned, allowing their patrols to press on more than a mile across the high ground overlooking the Sepinggang River. Meanwhile, the 2/33rd Battalion encountered heavy opposition in the hills above Chilton Road but managed to capture Opus, Operator, and Oxygen, as well as a height to the northeast named Orange. The 2/31st Battalion advanced along Milford Highway, facing increasing opposition, but they rapidly secured the junction with Chilton Road. However, they were unable to capture the strong enemy defenses at Nobody and Nurse. The 2/12th Battalion began a march towards Pandansari but had to assault Nail to eliminate the threat of enemy harassing fire. The following day, while the 2/33rd Battalion occupied Letter and Lewis, the 2/31st found Nobody and Nurse abandoned, allowing them to easily secure these features. One company also took control of Nail and began probing towards Lodge. At the same time, the 2/14th Battalion resumed its advance towards Manggar. They successfully crossed the river and pushed 1,300 yards across the airstrip without facing any opposition. However, after midday, heavy Japanese fire unexpectedly swept across the airfield, resulting in the deaths of several officers at the control tower. Despite this setback, and aided by the fire from destroyer Eaton, the Australians pressed on and ultimately secured Manggar and its airfield. By the end of the day, General Milford had successfully pushed the enemy out of Balikpapan and further secured the Sepinggang and Manggar strips. However, it became clear that Admiral Kamada was attempting to withdraw the remnants of his force to the Batuchampar area, aiming to delay any advance along the Milford Highway for as long as possible. The 454th Independent Battalion continued to hold the commanding terrain north of Manggar, and on July 5, its defenses came under intense naval, air, and artillery bombardment, which initially failed to silence the Japanese guns. Meanwhile, Brigadier Eather pressed his advance north in the center. The 2/25th Battalion took control of the positions at Nurse and Nail, while the 2/33rd pressed on against dwindling opposition to capture Mackay, Marshall, Mutual, and Margin. The 2/31st Battalion moved forward to seize Letter and Lewis, followed by the capture of Laverton and Liverpool. Recognizing the necessity of securing the western side of Balikpapan Bay to facilitate port operations, Milford ordered Brigadier Chilton's 18th Brigade to land the reinforced 2/9th Battalion at Penadjam. Following a naval and artillery bombardment, the landing was executed unopposed during the afternoon of July 5, with patrols of the 2/9th immediately probing north and south to secure the perimeter. The following day, a patrol moved south toward Nanang village and onward to the Sesumpu River, while other units explored the area towards the Riko River and Separi. On July 6, the 2/33rd Battalion successfully attacked and captured Metal and Muffle, but they were ultimately repelled from Judge. Meanwhile, the 2/25th pressed onward, taking control of Liverpool and occupying Huon. Looking southeast, the 2/14th Battalion began to probe enemy positions on this day. A strong patrol successfully captured Waites' Knoll but had to repel a series of strong counterattacks during the night, while another patrol was forced back along Vasey Highway. Over the next few days, the Australians continued to engage, probing and bombarding the commanding enemy positions. Ultimately, the 2/14th launched an attack and captured the Frost and Brown features on July 9, effectively eliminating the enemy threat in that area. Meanwhile, the 2/16th Battalion and the 2/5th Commando Squadron attacked an enemy concentration at Gate on July 6 and secured the position two days later, further solidifying their hold on Grand by July 9. To the northwest, on July 7, the 2/25th Battalion moved to Cult and then attempted an assault on Jam but was repelled by fierce defenders. The following day, while Jam underwent probing and bombardment, the 2/33rd Battalion discovered Justice abandoned after heavy shelling and pressed on toward Joint and Judge. Concurrently, Brigadier Eather had dispatched the 2/6th Commando Squadron into the hills overlooking the Sumber River. They successfully occupied Job on July 8 and seized Freight the following day. By July 9, after a concentrated artillery barrage, Jam, Joint, and Judge finally fell as the 25th Brigade secured the first stretch of the Milford Highway to Batuchampar. The 2/31st Battalion then advanced to a road bend due north of Junior, where they encountered an ambush by Japanese raiders. Meanwhile, a company of the 2/9th Battalion landed unopposed at Djinabora on the afternoon of July 8, and on the following day, a patrol base was established at Teloktebang. 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. General Hammer launched a fierce campaign across Bougainville, battling entrenched Japanese troops, they secured the strategic Soraken Peninsula and advanced toward the vital Hongorai River. 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“This is the account of Noah and his family. Noah was a righteous man, the only blameless person living on earth at the time, and he walked in close fellowship with God.” (Genesis 6:9 NLT) Once sin entered the world, it didn’t take long for it to reach a tipping point. Genesis 3 tells us about the temptation of Adam and Eve and their decision to disobey God. And just three chapters later, we find these words: “The Lord observed the extent of human wickedness on the earth, and he saw that everything they thought or imagined was consistently and totally evil. So the Lord was sorry he had ever made them and put them on the earth. It broke his heart” (Genesis 6:5–6 NLT). Because God is just, He has wrath and anger. Some people have a hard time with this. “How can God be loving and wrathful?” Is it really that hard to figure out? If God loves what is good, then He hates what is evil. And if He is just, there has to be a penalty for breaking His laws. He demands punishment for sin. That punishment is death. God determined to destroy every living thing on the earth. What stopped Him? “Noah found favor with the Lord” (verse 8 NLT). Noah was not a sinless man, but he was a righteous man. He had a close relationship with God. He prioritized God’s will and was obedient to His call. Because of Noah’s faithfulness, God provided a way to save those who were connected to this righteous man from His judgment. Noah built an ark—an enormous sailing vessel—according to the Lord’s precise instructions. He herded two (male and female) of every type of animal onto the ark, along with the necessary provisions. Then he, his wife, his three sons, and their wives boarded the vessel. Seven days later, the rains started. Torrential downpours continued for forty days. Everyone and everything that was not on the ark was destroyed by the floods. Eight people were saved from God’s judgment because of one person’s righteousness. Noah and his family, along with the animals on the ark, were responsible for repopulating the earth. They were part of God’s new creation. But Noah’s righteousness was imperfect, and sin reared its ugly head again. People pursued evil instead of good. They disobeyed God instead of following His will. The trend toward wickedness continues today. We don’t have to look far to find Satan’s influence in our culture. And because God is still perfectly just, that means another judgment is coming. Jesus says in Matthew 24:37–39, “When the Son of Man returns, it will be like it was in Noah’s day. In those days before the flood, the people were enjoying banquets and parties and weddings right up to the time Noah entered his boat. People didn’t realize what was going to happen until the flood came and swept them all away. That is the way it will be when the Son of Man comes” (NLT). And this time, He is the means of salvation. What the ark did for Noah and his family is what Jesus does for everyone who believes in Him—that is, offer protection from God’s holy wrath. Noah’s salvation came from an ark made of wood. Jesus’ salvation comes from a cross made of wood. If you trust in Him, you will be saved. Reflection question: How can you help someone who doesn’t realize that God’s judgment is coming? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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