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01/03/2017 / By resistnews

Fatal Attraction: ISIS Just Can’t Resist Social Media

From the Taliban to the so-called Islamic State, computers, cellphones, and social media are used as vital weapons—and offer critical vulnerabilities. Article by Austin Bodetti “No computer is safe,” Donald Trump told us over the weekend. And nobody knows that better than the world’s terrorists. But at the end of the day, just like the […]

12/08/2016 / By resistnews

Resist the rising tide of propaganda

The more my baby boomer contemporaries age, the more we resemble the doddering, crotchety creatures we disdained in youth. ‘Twas not so long ago we witnessed oldsters set in their ways, defending outdated notions, then declared, “Oh, I’ll never be like that.” Article by Thomas Gelsthorpe Idealistic baby boomers would never turn into doomsayers, hypocrites, […]

12/01/2016 / By resistnews

Voters in three states breathe new life into death penalty

This year’s election results suggest that reports of the death penalty’s demise may have been greatly exaggerated. Article by Valerie Richardson Voters in three states — California, Nebraska and Oklahoma — lined up behind statewide initiatives in support of capital punishment, suggesting that the death penalty may be making a comeback after a 20-year slide. […]

11/30/2016 / By resistnews

Ecologists advise Israelis to resist tree-planting after fires

People should resist the urge to plant new trees in Israel following the more than 1,700 brush fires that ravaged tens of thousands of dunams throughout the country over the past week, say ecological experts. New trees — along with the actions involved in planting them — could damage natural ecosystems and inhibit natural rejuvenation […]

11/30/2016 / By resistnews

Sacramento anti-abortion pregnancy centers resist new law requiring signage

Two Sacramento pregnancy service centers that oppose abortion are not complying with a state law requiring they put up signs informing patients about California’s free and low-cost public programs for family planning, prenatal care and abortion services, according to an investigation carried out by a San Francisco-based abortion rights advocacy group. Article by Sammy Cajola […]

11/29/2016 / By resistnews

Residents in Somali Town Resist Al-Shabab Taxes, 10 Dead

Clashes between the Islamic extremist group al-Shabab and villagers in a central Somali town have left 10 people dead and dozens wounded, say local residents. Article by Abi Guled The fighting erupted Monday after al-Shabab fighters who control the port town of Harardhere ordered nomadic villagers to pay a tax, said resident Ahmed Mohamed. Harardhere’s […]

11/28/2016 / By resistnews

Why Republicans Resist Small Government

The Republican plan to transform the federal government presents the most significant opportunity in two decades to return the party to the traditions of small-government conservatism. Article by Pratik Chougule In recent years, even as the case for limited government became increasingly obvious, small-government Republicans have been on the defensive. A succession of failed military […]

11/23/2016 / By resistnews

5 foods doctors won’t eat at Thanksgiving dinner— and why

The Thanksgiving meal is like a “Greatest Hits” album of your favorite family recipes. Whether it’s your aunt’s signature marshmallow-topped sweet potatoes, or your cousin’s signature sweet-and-sour pot roast, eating these delectable, love-cooked dishes, is what makes the holiday dinner so special. This is not the day to count the calories in that slice of […]

11/22/2016 / By resistnews

Black Friday deals: Purchase or pass, why is it hard to resist?

Q: Our 12 year old son delivers the local newspaper twice a week to earn a bit of spending money. On top of the inclement weather at this time of year, his job is made that much harder with all of the Black Friday flyers he has to deliver. One of us usually has to […]

11/17/2016 / By resistnews

Will Trump Pursue, Tolerate, Or Resist US Dollar Strength? – Deutsche Bank

It is possible that a strong USD will be worn by the coming administration as a badge of honor – a signal of global confidence in “Trumpism”. Much more likely, because it is more consistent with trade and manufacturing objectives, policymakers will wish to keep USD strength in check. This is unlikely to translate into an […]

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