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There are plenty of diverging and legitimate opinions which are not fascist. Plus, the whole problem with fascists, their core definition if you want, is that they don’t want to discuss. They want to crush and oppress. Debates are just rhetorics for them. So, you wrestle with pigs, and end up covered in shit. That’s not a rational debate.
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piefed.social
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lemmy.world
your game is not on your disk! Your game is downloaded after you insert your disk. I have seen this being mentioned a few times. I wonder what those games are, or whether people are exaggerating for hyperbole. I own physical copies of PS5 exclusives that I play without signing in to PSN. Most recently, I played the director’s cut of Ghost of Tsushima this way. I used to do the same on my PS4 too.
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lemmy.world
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piefed.zip
Literally nobody would have noticed if the hair was just not animated…
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hexbear.net
Permaculture instructor Andrew Millison journeys to Tucson, Arizona to film the epic work of rainwater harvesting pioneer, Brad Lancaster. We tour the neighborhood of Dunbar Springs, where Brad has been transforming the hot asphalt streets into a native food oasis over the last 30 years.
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programming.dev
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lemmy.world
And you’re a small-minded coward.
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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/48882760 It’s always nice to see an old meme resurface https://www.pixiv.net/en/artworks/146662813
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More than 7 million Americans will be forced to change their student loan repayment plan beginning on Wednesday, as the Save plan officially ends. The termination of the Biden-era initiative, which was launched in 2023, coincides with a larger overhaul of the US student loan repayment system. The seismic changes to the student debt landscape are the results of the Trump administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed in 2025 and a March 2026 federal court ruling that the Save plan, an income-driven repayment program created with the goal of cutting undergraduate loans in half, was unconstitutional. Borrowers on the Save plan will now have 90 days to choose a different repayment plan. Those with loans issued before 1 July 2026 – and who do not plan to take out more loans – will retain access to multiple existing income-driven payment and fixed-income plans, including the income-based repayment (IBR), pay as you earn and income contingent repayment (ICR) plans, which offer loan forgiveness between 20 to 25 years after payments. The latter two options, however, will also be dismantled by the summer of 2028. New borrowers taking out loans on or after 1 July 2026 will only have access to the new repayment assistance plan (RAP) or the new tiered standard repayment plan. Under RAP, monthly payments are calculated based on a borrower’s adjusted gross income (AGI), rather than their discretionary income. If a borrower has an AGI above $10,000, monthly payments range from 1% to 10% of that amount. For those below that threshold, the monthly payment is $10. Loans are forgiven after 30 years. The tiered standard plan is a fixed-payment plan where payments last between 10 and 25 years depending on the initial balance and are at least $50 a month. Some borrowers may be automatically enrolled in this program if they are entering repayment and haven’t chosen another eligible plan.
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Archived Senior Czech parliamentarians have issued a series of strongly worded statements condemning a new Chinese law on ethnic unity, warning that it represents a further escalation of Beijing’s efforts to suppress the cultural, religious, and linguistic identity of Tibetans and other ethnic minorities. […] Parliamentarian Hayato Okamura, Chair of the Czech Parliamentary Group for Tibet at the Chamber of Deputies, said the law would deepen the restrictions already faced by Tibetans. “As the chair of the Tibetan friendship group of the Chamber of the Deputies of the parliament of the Czech Republic, I would like to express my serious concern about the new Chinese Ethnic law,” he said. “The law means further restrictions for the Tibetan people, further pressure on their language, cultural and religious identity.” […] Senator Přemysl Rabas, Chair of the Czech Parliamentary Group for Tibet at the Senate, framed the law as a direct threat to the survival of Tibetan culture. “The strength of the nation is not given solely by its size but also by respect and tolerance towards other nations,” Rabas said. “The Ethnic Unity law adopted by the People’s Republic of China may be regarded as a tool for cultural genocide against ethnic minorities. I wish China to find sufficient respect for history, art, culture and language, and for Tibetans.” […] The Vice-President of the Czech Senate Hon’ble Jiri Oberfalzer went further, describing the legislation as part of a broader pattern of forced assimilation that breaches international and even Chinese domestic law. “The Chinese Law on Ethnic Unity and Progress is yet another step toward the complete implementation of ethnic cleansing and the suppression of religious freedom,” the Vice-President said. “It amounts to forced assimilation of various minorities, which violates the UN Human Rights Charter and even the constitution of the People’s Republic of China. It is in fact legalisation of genocide of all minorities. The state with such an approach to its people can’t be a member of global society of developed democratic countries.” […]
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lemmy.ml
The publisher of Drop Site News is no longer on the board of the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), implying that she was removed after she questioned the organisation’s exclusion of certain Palestinian journalists from its Gaza death toll, Nika Soon-Shiong revealed on Monday. “I have been informed that I’m no longer a member of the Committee to Protect Journalists board,” she wrote on X, attaching the original email of concern she shared with fellow board members. When asked about whether Soon-Shiong’s removal from the board was related to the review being undertaken at the organisation, CPJ told Middle East Eye in an emailed statement that her “five year board term ended in June 2026”.
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lemmy.world
General Location: The Kamchatka Peninsula, one of the most isolated and rugged regions of Russia. In the post-apocalyptic world of the 2030s, however, it became a true “lost paradise” for survivors—at least at first. Geography: The peninsula is almost entirely isolated from the rest of the world: to the west lies the Sea of Okhotsk, and to the east and south, the Pacific Ocean. Avacha Bay — The central location. Large and sheltered, it features a relatively mild microclimate thanks to volcanoes and geothermal activity. Although a thermonuclear bomb struck here, nature (volcanoes, wind, and the specific geography of the bay) quickly “cleansed” the area of intense radiation. Furthermore, a unique “wind rose” (prevailing wind pattern) prevented other WMDs (including the “Biomorph”) from entering the region. It is safe to live here, grow food, hunt, and fish. The flora and fauna, with the exception of a few invasive species, are identical to pre-war times. Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky — The main city. It was destroyed by a nuclear strike. Vilyuchinsk and Primorsky — A closed city and a settlement located in the Krasheninnikov (Taryinskaya) Bay area. This is the home of one of the primary survivor communities—the “Primorsky Quartet” (led by Andrey Zharov, Evgeny Gorin, Nikita Vishnevsky, and Alexander Tsoy). This is a more organized settlement with attempts to maintain order and establish a normal life. Svetly / New Hope — An American settlement (appearing primarily in the second book). Former Barracks — Located by the road between Vilyuchinsk and Primorsky. They are home to the trio of volcanologists. Atmosphere and Features of the Post-Apocalypse Unlike the Moscow Metro or other regions of the universe, Kamchatka is not a total radioactive wasteland. Nature recovered quickly due to volcanic activity and the peninsula’s geography. Survivors sustain themselves through fishing, hunting, and gardening. **Faction** The Volcanologist Trio — One of the most colorful and important character groups in the “Edge of the Earth” dilogy. They are a small, close-knit team of scientists living in former military barracks along the road from the settlement of Primorsky to Vilyuchinsk. Members of the Trio: Mikhail Krasheninnikov — The only Russian in the group, a Kamchatka volcanologist from the Institute of Volcanology and Seismology in Petropavlovsk. He is the leader and “diplomat” of the trio, as well as the main protagonist of the book. Olivia Sobeski — An American volcanologist from Yellowstone National Park (USA) and Mikhail’s wife. She possesses a distinctly Western outlook on things, often viewing local leaders as “bandits” and treating them with deep distrust. Antonio Quaglia — An Italian from Naples, a volcanologist with an artistic streak. He wears a beard (which has turned gray over time), loves sketching, and has a fiery Italian temperament. He walks with a limp (the aftermath of past events), which is why he lives on the ground floor of the barracks. He was the one who predicted the explosion. They settled in old, three-story barracks (a building with two entrances), setting up their living quarters on the first and second floors. The location is highly convenient: relatively close to Primorsky, yet sufficiently isolated. Why They Are Not Part of the “Primorsky Quartet” Despite the barracks being geographically located within the Primorsky settlement’s sphere of influence, the trio is formally not part of the “Primorsky Quartet” community. The reason for this is Olivia and Antonio’s foreign origin. In the conditions of post-war isolation and rising nationalist sentiments among some of the survivors, having a foreign background carried serious risks. Consequently, Mikhail had to run an independent household: they secure their own food, make their own repairs, and trade or barter with Primorsky, but they do not participate in the community’s collective management and resource distribution system. The Cover Story To avoid unnecessary questions and conflicts, Mikhail fed the locals a convenient cover story: Olivia was supposedly a native of Finland. Antonio was supposedly from Cuba. This legend worked for a while, especially in the early years after the war, when people were far more preoccupied with basic survival than running background checks. The Primorsky Quartet The name “Primorsky Quartet” primarily refers to the four young leaders of the community: Andrey Zharov Evgeny Gorin Nikita Vishnevsky Alexander Tsoy These are four friends and comrades who, at the very beginning of the post-apocalypse, managed to unite, take control of the situation, and become the de facto leaders of a significant portion of the survivors in the Avacha Bay area. Over time, the name “Primorsky Quartet” also came to designate the entire large community they lead. The community occupies: The settlement of Primorsky (the Quartet’s main base), A significant portion of Vilyuchinsk. It is one of the largest and most organized settlements in post-apocalyptic Kamchatka. Goals and Ideology From the very beginning, the Quartet set an ambitious goal: not just to survive, but to preserve the remnants of civilization. They actively: Introduced public courts and written laws. Made education mandatory for children and teenagers. Strove to maintain discipline and order. Their approach can be described as authoritarian-enlightened: a heavy hand toward bandits and marauders, combined with an effort to build a normal society for ordinary people. Economy and Way of Life The community’s economy is primarily agrarian and gatherer-based: Fishing (a vital sector, as Avacha Bay is rich in fish). Hunting. Animal husbandry. Gardens and greenhouses. Foraging for wild plants and berries. They actively use surviving machinery and repair old equipment, but there is almost no industrial manufacturing. Governance Structure The Quartet itself (the four leaders) is usually based in Primorsky. Vilyuchinsk is governed by Evgeny Saprykin—an older, tougher man who originally helped the young men of the Quartet eliminate local bandit leaders. Saprykin is considered a reliable but more “old-school” leader. Military and Technical Ambitions The community put serious effort into restoring the surviving machinery in the bay: Military minesweeper — They successfully repaired and launched it. Its relatively simple diesel engine allowed local specialists to get it running. Nuclear submarine — Despite all efforts, they failed to restore it. The post-apocalyptic society lacked the qualified personnel, resources, and infrastructure required to service a nuclear reactor. Overall Image The Primorsky Quartet is the most “state-like” entity in Kamchatka during this period. On one hand, they truly provide people with order, protection, the opportunity to educate their children, and a relatively stable life. On the other hand, some (including Olivia from the volcanologist trio) view them as authoritarian, and sometimes even bandit-like in their methods. The Settlers The Americans of New Hope are one of the key factions in the second book of the “Edge of the Earth. Fire and Ashes” dilogy. They emerge as a new, rather unexpected force on the map of Avacha Bay. Origin and Arrival In 2033, a group of American survivors arrived in Kamchatka from the Aleutian Islands, specifically from Dutch Harbor (a major port and former US naval base in Alaska). When they ran out of resources, they crossed the Pacific Ocean and landed in Kamchatka, occupying the settlement of Svetly (located on the opposite shore of Avacha Bay from Primorsky). The settlement was relatively intact and deserted, so the settlers quickly adapted it to their needs and renamed it New Hope. All of them are former US citizens, just like Olivia Sobeski. Among them are military personnel, rangers, civilian specialists, and ordinary people who managed to survive the war on the Aleutians. Leaders Karl Riggs — The primary leader and sheriff of the community. Pragmatic, charismatic, and tough, yet striving to maintain the appearance of democracy and the rule of law. He is the one who most often conducts negotiations and speaks publicly. Ron Johnson (referred to as Roy in some sources) — A former US Army Ranger and private military contractor. He is more bellicose and straightforward than Riggs. Symbolism and Self-Identification One of the most notable details is their flag. The settlers use the Gadsden flag (“Don’t Tread on Me”—a yellow banner featuring a coiled rattlesnake) instead of the traditional Stars and Stripes or the First Navy Jack. This is a conscious choice: they position themselves not as official representatives of the old United States, but as a post-apocalyptic quasi-state (similar to Hansa, the Red Line, or the VDNKh Commonwealth in the Moscow Metro). The Community and Way of Life New Hope is a fairly well-organized settlement. The Americans quickly established defenses, set up their economy, and began developing the new shoreline. They are more “individualistic” in spirit than the Primorsky Quartet, yet they remain just as united when facing external threats. The Jokers They appear in the second book and drastically change the balance of power in Kamchatka, turning the already tense “Cold War between the Quartet and New Hope” into a living hell. Origin and Arrival The Jokers are cannibals who arrived from Southeast Asia (circumstantial evidence points most likely to Thailand or Bali). They survived the nuclear war in those regions and, by all indications, spent a long time roaming the seas in search of a new “feeding ground.” In August 2033, they landed on the shores of Kamchatka on their ship and immediately began terrorizing the coastline of Avacha Bay. Appearance and Customs Facial Scarification: They deliberately inflict deep scars and gashes on their faces and bodies. The goal is to make their skin tough, thick, and more resistant to radiation and infections. As a result, their faces look horribly distorted, frozen in permanent “smiles” and grimaces. Aesthetics: They are obsessed with “bloody works of art”—the walls and decks of their ship are decorated with human remains, skin, entrails, and trophies. A flag made of actual human skin flies from their vessel. Name and Self-Identification The name “Jokers” was coined by Ron (Roy) Johnson (from New Hope). It stuck due to their visual resemblance to the Joker from DC Comics—mad smiles, chaos, a complete lack of morality, and a love for theatrical horror. They call themselves the “New World Order.” In their worldview, anyone who has not joined them is simply “food.” They make no effort to hide their nature: for them, cannibalism is not a measure of last resort (as in Yamantau), but an ideology and a way of life. Equipment Despite their degenerated nature, they are fairly well-armed and organized: A military French helicopter carrier (likely a Mistral-class or equivalent). At least one quadcopter (drone) for reconnaissance. Firearms, boats, a jet ski, and a multiple rocket launcher system—everything they managed to preserve or capture during their years of wandering. Behavior and Psychology They are cowardly when facing organized resistance—quickly scattering under heavy, disciplined fire. However, they are extremely dangerous during ambush attacks, in close-quarters combat, and when they feel they have the upper hand. They also consume each other, but they shroud this practice in an entire religious dogma. Supposedly, by eating a fallen comrade, they save their soul, preserving it within their own body. Judging by their behavior, Kamchatka is where they encountered serious, organized resistance for the first time. Before this, they had apparently had an easy time capturing weak settlements, sustaining themselves solely through terror and cannibalism.
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Archived link Taiwan’s importance in the artificial intelligence (AI) era now extends beyond semiconductor fabrication. The island plays a central role in several parts of the physical infrastructure that AI depends on, including leading-edge semiconductor manufacturing, advanced chip packaging, AI server production, and the energy-efficient hardware systems needed to train and run advanced AI models. Taiwan now explicitly links semiconductors, AI, security technologies, and next-generation communications under its Five Trusted Industry Sectors plan, with the goal of making Taiwan an “indispensable and trusted technological partner” for democracies. The island is no longer presenting itself merely as a chip manufacturer; it is positioning itself as a trusted AI hardware ecosystem. For Canada, the opportunity is not to replicate Taiwan’s semiconductor model, but to build targeted partnerships around the adjacent capabilities that AI infrastructure increasingly needs, including AI-semiconductor research, photonics, compound semiconductors, critical minerals, and clean technology. This would move Canada–Taiwan co-operation beyond general supply-chain resilience toward a more focused agenda of technological complementarity. … For Canada, Taiwan’s AI-chip nexus creates an opportunity to move beyond a conventional supply-chain resilience agenda toward a more targeted strategy of technological complementarity. … The most concrete foundation for deeper co-operation is research collaboration at the AI-semiconductor interface. In 2026, NSERC and Taiwan’s NSTC launched a joint call on semiconductors and AI, with each side committing up to C$1 million and up to C$225,000 per three-year project. The call is notable for how it frames the relationship: Canada’s AI strengths and Taiwan’s semiconductor expertise are to be brought together to co-develop AI-driven semiconductor solutions. … Another promising area is photonics and compound semiconductors. Canada’s own critical-minerals and semiconductor strategy highlights domestic strengths in R&D, design, specialized manufacturing, and advanced packaging, and notes that the Canadian Photonics Fabrication Centre is North America’s only end-to-end pure-play compound semiconductor foundry. Canada also has capabilities in indium phosphide, gallium arsenide, and gallium nitride. … As an addition, the cultural ties between Canada and Taiwan are strong. Last weekend, Taiwan held its annual festival in the capital Taipei, marking Canada Day on July 1 which is traditionally held on the nearest Saturday. It is organized each year by the Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (CCCT) in partnership with the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei (CTOT), with support from volunteers and corporate sponsors. … “There are roughly 60,000 Canadians in Taiwan,” Sean Kelly told Kaohsiung Times. “We are passionate about sharing our food, drinks, and culture with people in our adopted home. Seeing so many people from all over the world talking, eating, smiling, and dancing, even when it rains, makes it worth the months of work it takes to put on an event like this.” … Marie-Louise Hannan, executive director of the Canadian Trade Office in Taipei (CTOT), noted that 2026 marks both Canada’s 159th birthday and the office’s 40th anniversary in Taiwan. She said the festival gives Taiwanese a chance to experience Canada’s diversity while celebrating four decades of ties between Canada and Taiwan. …
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sh.itjust.works
I thought it odd as well, but they complained at how grim it was. I just believe that it’s an easy fix, which helps everyone, to put the attribution somewhere in either the title or text. Very simple, but lets people search for it or filter it. Apparently the OP would rather just be a condescending ass about it
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lemmy.world
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hexbear.net
This really does suck. In all honesty, I don’t feel safe using a VPN that doesn’t accept cash as a payment method. Everything digital is too traceable, crypto included. Far as I’m aware no other VPN provider accepts it.
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That’s kinda similar question I had while learning about veganism. It’s not possible in absolute sense to get rid of animal cruelty, there’s always going to have some indirect connection cause the way we have designed our system. So the general answer for me is; as practicable as possible and not letting perfect be the archenemy of good
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Video Source If you are in Massachusetts and you think you see ICE, become aware of a detention, or have any photos/videos of ICE incidents, please call or text the LUCE hotline at (617) 370-5023 (https://www.lucemass.org/).
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Right. “Death to America” doesn’t mean its people. Sure. Whatever you say, asshole. The moment someone challenges your worldview, you run away. As soon as somebody questions the narrative you’re comfortable repeating in your echo chamber, you tuck your tail and leave. That’s the difference. People can challenge ideas here, even harshly. That’s why America is better than what you’re demonstrating.
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hai :3 she/her or plural they if u want :P my name is so silly, but idc (^‿^✿)
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I was a really anxious and depressed kid. Drinking temporarily solved those problems. Then while piss drunk at parties or clubs or hanging out with people, I get hit with “hey wanna try this?” or “Do you smoke?”. Try it, like it, buy some, oops. Thankfully I never got into the super life ruining stuff, but I definitely wasted the first half of my twenties being constantly drunk and high and I’ve got lots of nerve damage from doing stupid stuff. Now I’m mostly sober. I still drink, but I have rules I haven’t broken in 5 years and I think I’ve gotten it under control.
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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/49504440 Lmao if you believe this. They did the same story with Epstein ::: spoiler [2026-07-01] The Telegraph 🤣 Claims contained in former MI6 intelligence officer’s dossier denied by sources close to disgraced peer A secret dossier compiled by a former MI6 intelligence officer claims that Lord Mandelson was considered a “privileged contact” by Russian intelligence. According to the leaked report, codenamed Project Fish, Moscow spymasters regarded the disgraced peer as “one of the most significant RIS [Russian intelligence services] achievements in manipulating UK politics” over the past 30 years. The dossier, compiled by Christopher Steele, a former head of MI6’s Russia desk, alleges that Lord Mandelson was first contacted by the KGB shortly after the fall of the Berlin Wall. Mr Steele came to public attention as the author of a highly controversial and contested report about Donald Trump. It has now emerged that he also compiled a report on British political figures targeted by Russian spies. As well as Lord Mandelson, Project Fish alleges that the Kremlin built up files on Boris Johnson, Mr Johnson’s former adviser Dominic Cummings, Nigel Farage and Jeremy Corbyn, among others. On Lord Mandelson, it alleges: However, the dossier does not provide evidence that Lord Mandelson spied for Russia. Sources close to the peer dismissed the allegations as nonsense and said he did not pass any information to Russia or do anything wrong. They pointed to the many times during his career that he publicly opposed the Kremlin’s interests. The Project Fish report, which was produced in 2022, is understood to have been compiled by Mr Steele after he left British intelligence and was working in a private capacity. Whitehall officials will now face questions over whether they knew about the allegations in the report when Lord Mandelson was appointed as ambassador to the US three years later, in 2025. Lord Mandelson failed the security vetting process after concerns were raised about his links with senior figures in Russia and China, but this was overruled and he was appointed anyway. The resulting scandal played a key role in driving Sir Keir Starmer out of office as Prime Minister.  Downing Street sources refused to say whether officials had seen Project Fish before appointing Lord Mandelson as ambassador to the US Credit: Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Downing Street sources refused to be drawn on whether the report’s findings had been shared with government officials before Lord Mandelson’s appointment. The Project Fish report, a version of which has been seen by The Telegraph, claims that Russia’s foreign intelligence service, the SVR, kept a “dossier” on the details of Lord Mandelson’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. The peer’s friendship with the financier ultimately cost him his job as Britain’s ambassador to Washington when it was revealed that Lord Mandelson had encouraged him to fight for early release after Epstein had been convicted of soliciting a minor for sex. The SVR “meticulously collected and compiled information” about their relationship “over a long period”, which could have been used to put pressure on Lord Mandelson, the report claims.  Russian intelligence compiled a dossier on Lord Mandelson’s friendship with Jeffrey Epstein Credit: US department of justice After spending more than two decades working for the UK’s secret services, Mr Steele now runs Orbis Business Intelligence, a private-investigation firm specialising in Russia. He is also a director at Walsingham Partners, a management consultancy. Mr Steele’s private intelligence work remained largely under the radar until he was named as the author of a controversial file on Mr Trump which leaked out in 2017. It contained highly contested allegations that members of Mr Trump’s campaign team had conspired with Russia to interfere in the presidential election in 2016 and that the Kremlin had kompromat, including a tape of prostitutes performing a sex act for him in a Moscow hotel. A federal criminal investigation into Russian interference in the election, led by special prosecutor Robert Mueller, did not verify the existence of such a tape. Mr Trump has said the dossier was “fake” and contained “totally made up facts”, claiming that it was politically motivated. It later transpired that Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign had helped to fund the dossier via intermediaries. In the fallout that followed, the FBI launched a criminal inquiry into the report’s claims, which in turn led to Mr Trump ordering an investigation into the FBI and Mr Steele’s involvement. The US department of justice’s inspector general published a report in 2019 that found that the CIA had dismissed the Steele dossier as little more than “an internet rumour” and noted that the FBI was only able to corroborate “limited information” from it, much of which was publicly available. Meanwhile, Mr Steele subsequently told journalists that he believed the contents of the dossier to be between 70 and 90 per cent accurate, with certain aspects – including the claim that prostitutes had carried out a sex act in Mr Trump’s presence – as little as 50 per cent.  Christopher Steele was behind a file alleging that Donald Trump’s 2016 campaign members had conspired with Russia Credit: Tolga Akmen/AFP Project Fish is understood to have been compiled at the request of a client who wanted to understand the extent of Russian influence on operations in the UK. The report alleged that Russia had held information on prominent politicians from across the political spectrum, as well as wealthy investors and businessmen. Mr Johnson, Mr Cummings, Mr Farage and Mr Corbyn are among those featured in the report as people of interest to Russian intelligence. It does not suggest any of them passed information to the Kremlin or did anything wrong. Some of those with knowledge of the dossier have cast doubt on the veracity of the sources that were used to compile it, and the steps taken to verify information. Project Fish claims the KGB opened its file on Lord Mandelson during the Soviet era when he served as the Labour Party’s director of communications and continued monitoring him under Sir Tony Blair’s leadership. It says the Kremlin’s spy agencies kept close tabs on Lord Mandelson’s career, first as a “promising Labour functionary”, then as a “key member of Blair’s inner circle” and when he was elected to Parliament and became a “senior politician in his own right”. Recommended By the time he was appointed as the EU’s trade commissioner in 2004, Lord Mandelson had become “the object of the FSB’s attention”, according to the report. Lord Mandelson’s former role as a non-executive director at the Russian conglomerate Sistema “brought him into close contact with intelligence officers” who were working undercover as Sistema managers and Kremlin officials, the report claims. The report does not present any evidence to support the claims of infiltration by Russian intelligence at Sistema and there is no suggestion that Lord Mandelson had any knowledge of this. The peer was vocal in his opposition to the theft of Sistema’s oil and gas assets by Vladimir Putin’s government. Following his criticism of Moscow, his Russian visa was suspended for six months. The peer stepped down from the Sistema board in 2017 and sold his remaining shares in the company in 2021. The report also discusses Lord Mandelson’s friendship with Oleg Deripaska, a Russian oligarch who at one time was Russia’s richest man, and who was sanctioned in 2022 over his “close links” to Putin. It notes that in 2008 Lord Mandelson was accused of “granting favours” to Mr Deripaska in his role as EU trade commissioner – which he has denied – and states that he “is known to have accepted hospitality” on Mr Deripaska’s superyacht.  Lord Mandelson was accused of ‘granting favours’ to Oleg Deripaska (right), a Russian oligarch with close ties to Vladimir Putin Credit: Mikhail Klimentyev/AP Emails released by the US department of justice show that Lord Mandelson had also enlisted Mr Deripaska’s help in securing a Russian visa for Epstein in 2010, which the paedophile financier apparently used to meet women in Moscow. The report’s findings will raise further questions about Sir Keir’s decision to appoint Lord Mandelson as ambassador to the US, the most high-profile and sensitive diplomatic posting, given the role’s necessary close contact with the White House. The Met is also investigating Lord Mandelson over alleged leaks to Epstein while he was a senior member of Gordon Brown’s government, which could constitute misconduct in public office. The EU is also investigating Lord Mandelson over possible fraud, corruption or serious misconduct during his time as an EU trade commissioner. Mr Steele and Lord Mandelson declined to comment. Recommended :::
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Intriguingly, the second most asked question was: “If I ask something on the Russian internet, can the secret service FSB find out my name and address?” (The correct answer is: “yes, very easily, we are on the way.”)
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Mastodon、Misskeyを運営してます。 Lemmyから完全に移行しました。 PieFedの日本語訳を対応していますので、気になるところがあったら言ってください！ I am Japanese, I only understand Japanese and use machine translation(DeepL,ChatGPT) for other languages.