America’s War on Men
Source: Independent Institute
by Richard K Vedder
“Five indicators of a profound change in the fortunes of the male sex.” (06/08/26)
https://www.independent.org/article/2026/06/08/americas-war-on-men/
Italy: Ben-Gvir under investigation over Gaza flotilla abuses
Source: The New Arab [UK]
“Italian prosecutors put Israel’s fanatical National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir under investigation over the treatment of activists who were part of a Gaza flotilla last month, a judicial source said on Monday. The source, who asked not to be named, confirmed earlier reports by Italian news agencies and said Ben-Gvir was being investigated on suspicion of torture and kidnapping of Italian citizens who were among the activists. If the probe determines charges are warranted, prosecutors could lodge a formal request for trial. … Israel and Ben-Gvir have faced mounting international criticism after the minister, in late May, released a video showing abducted Gaza activists kneeling with their hands bound after Israel kidnapped members of the aid flotilla in international waters.” (06/09/26)
https://www.newarab.com/news/ben-gvir-under-investigation-italy-over-gaza-flotilla-abuses
Fountainhead Forum, episode 458
Source: Fountainhead Forum
“Olivia Hayse on marketing and promotion and the Libertarian Party.” (06/08/26)
The White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy Apparently Can’t Do Math
Source: Exiled Policy
by Jason Pye
“Congress can’t come close to balancing the budget by eliminating fraud in federal programs.” (06/08/26)
https://exiledpolicy.substack.com/p/the-white-house-deputy-chief-of-staff
Trump Started a War He Can’t Control
Source: Foreign Policy
by John Haltiwanger
“U.S. President Donald Trump has become a passenger in the Iran war, despite insisting that he remains behind the wheel after months of failed efforts to reach a peace deal. And by attempting to portray himself as in control and denying complex realities on the ground, he has only made it more difficult to reach an agreement.” (06/08/26)
300 migrants bound for UK kidnapped and threatened with kidney removal
Source: BBC News [UK State Media]
“More than 300 migrants heading to the UK last summer were kidnapped, tortured and threatened with forced organ removal, the BBC has learned. The young men, all from Iraqi Kurdistan, were captured in Libya by a militia who demanded a ransom of $5,000 (£3,700) from each of their families, and threatened to harvest the captives’ kidneys if payment was not made promptly. We have spoken to some hostages who have since been released, and seen photo evidence suggesting that forced operations did take place. The former captives showed us evidence of torture, and said they had been kept in cramped conditions, with nearly 180 people sharing a cell. At least one hostage is known to have died, and it is unclear how many remain captive.” (06/09/26)
Antiwar News with Dave DeCamp, 06/08/26
Source: Antiwar.com
“Iran, Israel Trade Strikes After Israel Bombs Beirut, US-Nigerian Strikes Kill Civilians, and More.” (06/08/26)
Quantum Vibe, 06/08/26
Source: Big Head Press
by Scott Bieser
Cartoon. (06/08/26)
Why That Next Hamburger Is Going to Cost You
Source: The American Prospect
by David Dayen
“TLast week, the flesh-eating parasite known as the New World screwworm was found in a calf in Texas; a second case was identified about five miles away shortly thereafter. (A third case was found in a dog.) Screwworm flies lay their eggs in the live tissue of warm-blooded animals, from livestock to pets to humans. These larvae ‘screw’ into the animal’s flesh, and while they are not very harmful to humans, in that the horrifying effects of maggots chewing into your skin are relatively easy to notice and address, they can kill a livestock host if not treated. In a widespread infestation, one of the last resorts would be mass culling, which would obviously have huge impacts on a diminished U.S. cattle herd.” (06/09/26)
https://prospect.org/2026/06/09/why-that-next-hamburger-is-going-to-cost-you-new-world-screwworm/
CA: Democrat Secures Second LA Mayor Spot and Ends Pratt’s Run
Source: New York Times
“Nithya Raman, a progressive Democrat who has drawn comparisons to New York’s mayor, Zohran Mamdani, will face Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles in a two-person race in November, The Associated Press determined on Monday. Ms. Raman, 44, a City Council member and former Bass ally, was behind in the initial vote count but came back in later returns to edge out Spencer Pratt, a Republican reality TV star who lost his home in the 2025 wildfires that devastated Pacific Palisades, a wealthy coastal enclave. Mr. Pratt had jumped out to an early lead in a field of more than a dozen contenders, in part because Republicans, who make up about 15 percent of the city’s electorate, had coalesced behind him. But his margin shrank as ballots from thousands of liberals [sic] who voted closer to Election Day were processed.” (06/08/26)