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20 facts about the emerging global food shortage that should chill you to the core
A very alarming global food shortage has already begun, and it is only going to get worse in the months ahead. I realize that this is not good news, but I would encourage you to share the information in this article with everyone that you can. People deserve to understand what is happening, and they deserve an opportunity to get prepared. The pace at which things are changing around the globe right now is absolutely breathtaking, but most people assume that life will just continue to carry on as it normally does. Unfortunately, the truth is that a very real planetary emergency is developing right in front of our eyes. The following are 20 facts about the emerging global food shortage that should chill you to the core... #1 One of France's most important government officials is telling us that we should brace ourselves for an "extremely serious" global food crisis... France's Foreign Affairs Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said the EU must get to grips with the prospect that the war in...
https://www.sott.net/article/466412-20-facts-about-the-emerging-global-food-shortage-that-should-chill-you-to-the-core

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Transgender cyclist booted from women's championship after female competitors threaten boycott
Sport's governing body rules cyclist is not currently compliant with its regulations. A biologically male cyclist who now identifies as female was barred from competing in a women's championship race this weekend, following threats of boycott from female competitors. Emily Bridges, who formerly competed against men as Zach Bridges, was cut from the women's British National Omnium Championship on Saturday.
https://www.sott.net/article/466413-Transgender-cyclist-booted-from-womens-championship-after-female-competitors-threaten-boycott

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French voters could strike a major blow to globalism
After Emmanuel Macron picked globalism over his country's interests for five years, his main rival Marine Le Pen is drawing closer. The French are headed to the polls this Sunday, April 10 for the first of two rounds in the country's presidential election. No longer about 'right v left', the contest pits the establishment globalist straightjacket against true democracy and independence. The result has the potential to not just cause a political earthquake in France, but in all of Europe, dealing a major blow to the "rules-based" order of globalists. But will French voters seize the occasion? There's a long-standing view that Marine Le Pen's far-right National Rally candidacy could never win against an establishment candidate - in this case, incumbent President Emmanuel Macron.
https://www.sott.net/article/466414-French-voters-could-strike-a-major-blow-to-globalism

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Bucha massacre - when satellite images and videos are manipulated to tell a false story
As the scandal surrounding the Bucha massacre grows, new elements prove that this episode is indeed worthy of the mass graves of Timisoara, between the disinformation of the New York Time which releases satellite images that do not hold water, the Ukraine which releases the video of a drone taken on another day, and the truth which appears in the video filmed by the Ukrainian troops in charge of "cleaning the city". Following my article of yesterday highlighting several inconsistencies in the official narrative of the Bucha massacre, new information has come to reinforce my analysis. First, posts from a Telegram channel dedicated to life in Bucha show photos from 31 March 2022, where there are no bodies in the streets. And no mention of them either.
https://www.sott.net/article/466415-Bucha-massacre-when-satellite-images-and-videos-are-manipulated-to-tell-a-false-story

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BEST OF THE WEB: In a break with the past, U.S. is using intel to fight an info war with Russia, even when the intel isn't rock solid
It was an attention-grabbing assertion that made headlines around the world: U.S. officials said they had indications suggesting Russia might be preparing to use chemical agents in Ukraine. President Joe Biden later said it publicly. But three U.S. officials told NBC News this week there is no evidence Russia has brought any chemical weapons near Ukraine. They said the U.S. released the information to deter Russia from using the banned munitions. It's one of a string of examples of the Biden administration's breaking with recent precedent by deploying declassified intelligence as part of an information war against Russia. The administration has done so even when the intelligence wasn't rock solid, officials said, to keep Russian President Vladimir Putin off balance. Coordinated by the White House National Security Council, the unprecedented intelligence releases have been so frequent and voluminous, officials said, that intelligence agencies had to devote more staff members to work...
https://www.sott.net/article/466416-In-a-break-with-the-past-US-is-using-intel-to-fight-an-info-war-with-Russia-even-when-the-intel-isnt-rock-solid

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Twitter bans US Marine for questioning Ukraine narrative
Platform says USMC veteran and former UN weapons inspector Scott Ritter violated "targeted harassment" rule. Twitter "permanently suspended" the retired US Marine Corps officer Scott Ritter on Wednesday, accusing him of engaging in prohibited behavior by questioning the claims of Ukrainian authorities that Russian soldiers had massacred civilians in Bucha near Kiev. Ritter is best known as the former UN weapons inspector who doubted US claims about Iraqi weapons of mass destruction, invoked by Washington as a pretext for the 2003 invasion. "So apparently I've been suspended from Twitter for the crime of challenging the orthodox narrative of the so-called Bucha massacre," Ritter said on his Telegram channel, sharing a screenshot of the message he received from the Big Tech platform.
https://www.sott.net/article/466418-Twitter-bans-US-Marine-for-questioning-Ukraine-narrative

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Dozens of Disney employees have been arrested for child sex crimes
What's really behind Disney's opposition to Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill? Amidst Disney's opposition to Florida's falsely monikered "Don't Say Gay" bill - which aims to protect children from exposure to harmful gender ideologies and activism - the company's long history of employing individuals arrested for a variety of child sex crimes has come under scrutiny. Initially, Disney executives stayed silent on the legislation - which bans teachers from pushing alternative gender identities and LGBTQ activism on Kindergarteners through third-grade students - before being pressured by its left-wing workers to oppose the bill.
https://www.sott.net/article/466419-Dozens-of-Disney-employees-have-been-arrested-for-child-sex-crimes

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Whistleblower who turned in Hunter's abandoned laptop reveals he has 450GB of DELETED material - and has fled to Switzerland fearing retaliation from White House
The source who distributed Hunter Biden's laptop to congressmen and media has fled the US to Switzerland, saying he fears retaliation from the Biden administration. Jack Maxey gave DailyMail.com a copy of the hard drive from Hunter's abandoned laptop in the spring of 2021. He also gave copies and material from it to the Washington Post, New York Times, and Senator Chuck Grassley in his role as ranking Republican on the Senate Judiciary Committee - but he claims they all sat on it for months.
https://www.sott.net/article/466420-Whistleblower-who-turned-in-Hunters-abandoned-laptop-reveals-he-has-450GB-of-DELETED-material-and-has-fled-to-Switzerland-fearing-retaliation-from-White-House

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A Look at the United States' 'Most Terrible War Crimes' Since World War 2
Speaking before the United Nations Security Council on Tuesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed Russia was responsible for "the most terrible war crimes in the world" since World War II amid its ongoing special operation in Ukraine, and demanded Russia's expulsion from UN bodies. Zelensky was specifically referring to film footage shown to the council of dozens of dead bodies in Bucha, a suburb of Kiev, which the Ukrainian government has claimed were executed by Russian forces before they withdrew from the city last week.The Russian Defense Ministry has dismissed the claims as a provocation, noting that Ukrainian artillery had previously bombarded the town and that Ukrainian police conducted an operation in Bucha to "clear the area of saboteurs and accomplices of Russian troops" prior to news emerging of the alleged massacre, both of which could also be responsible for the deaths. Regardless, the claim that the Bucha incident represents the worst war crime since the...
https://www.sott.net/article/466421-A-Look-at-the-United-States-Most-Terrible-War-Crimes-Since-World-War-2

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Russia's role in space program is irreplaceable, Roscosmos boss says as EU suspends cooperation on Mars mission
Western countries are heavily sanctioning Russia's space program. The European Union has decided to suspend cooperation with Russia on exploring Mars. But the head of Russia's space program, known as "Roscosmos" told CGTN that Moscow's role in space exploration is indispensable. LI JIANHUA CGTN Reporter "Mr. Rogozin, thank you for accepting our interview. The EU has halted cooperation with Russia on ExoMars. How has this affected the Russian Space Agency and what is the impact on manned space exploration?" DMITRY ROGOZIN Director General, Roscosmos "It's a cooperative mission. If Russia doesn't join, Europe won't go ahead with the mission, because Russia's contribution to the mission is huge. It is not only about the heavy rockets that send these instruments into orbit and to Mars. It's also about the landing vehicles. These vehicles must help achieve a soft landing on Mars or the research rovers. The module itself is a research station. We have been waiting so long to realize this...
https://www.sott.net/article/466422-Russias-role-in-space-program-is-irreplaceable-Roscosmos-boss-says-as-EU-suspends-cooperation-on-Mars-mission

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Norway latest country to expel Russian diplomats, totaling 300 across Europe
"This is a consequence of the appalling discovery of Russian forces' crimes against civilians, in particular in the town of Bucha outside Kyiv. In this situation we pay particular attention to unwanted Russian activities in Norway," Foreign Minister Huitfeldt said in a short statement. Comment: How can Norway know Russia is responsible for Bucha when no independent investigation has taken place? Moreover, Russia has been blocked by the UN chair, Britain, from presenting evidence that Ukraine is actually responsible; and now, before even hearing the evidence, the UN is holding a vote to suspend Russia from the council. On Tuesday, Germany expelled 40, Italy 30, France 35, Sweden 3 and Denmark 15 diplomats that will have to pack up and return to Moscow. As of Wednesday, about 20 European countries have told Ambassadors that people in their staff are persona non grata, making the number of Russian diplomats now leaving Europe more than 300.
https://www.sott.net/article/466423-Norway-latest-country-to-expel-Russian-diplomats-totaling-300-across-Europe

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Judge acquits Jan. 6 defendant after video shows police allowing him into Capitol
A federal judge on Wednesday acquitted a New Mexico man of misdemeanor charges that he illegally entered the U.S. Capitol and engaged in disorderly conduct after he walked into the building during last year's riot. U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden issued the verdict from the bench after hearing testimony without a jury in the case against Matthew Martin. McFadden, who was nominated by former President Donald Trump, acquitted Martin of all four counts for which he was charged. Martin did not dispute that he joined hundreds of other people in entering the Capitol building during the riot. The judge said Martin's actions were "about as minimal and non-serious" as anyone who was at the Capitol on Jan. 6.
https://www.sott.net/article/466424-Judge-acquits-Jan-6-defendant-after-video-shows-police-allowing-him-into-Capitol

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US to approve another arms deal with Taiwan totaling $940 million in the last year, in latest provocation against China
The US State Department has approved the potential sale to Taiwan of equipment, training and other services worth $95m to support the island's defence in what would be the third arms package since President Joe Biden took office a year ago. The approval covers the training, planning, fielding, deployment, operation, maintenance and sustainment of the Patriot Air Defense System and associated equipment, the Pentagon said in a notification to Congress. "This proposed sale serves US national, economic, and security interests by supporting the recipient's continuing efforts to modernize its armed forces and to maintain a credible defensive capability," it said.
https://www.sott.net/article/466425-US-to-approve-another-arms-deal-with-Taiwan-totaling-940-million-in-the-last-year-in-latest-provocation-against-China

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Rain and floods affect 20,000 households in south Thailand - almost a foot of rain in 48 hours
The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) in Thailand reports that flooding in southern provinces over the last few days has affected over 20,000 households. DDPM said heavy rain from 05 April 2022 caused damages and flooding in the provinces of Chumphon, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Narathiwat, Phatthalung and Surat Thani. A total of 21,669 households have been affected (estimated 108,345 people) in total. By far the worst affected province was Nakhon Si Thammarat, where 20,376 households from 369 villages in 12 districts were affected. The City of Nakhon Si Thammarat recorded 183.8 mm of rain in 24 hours to 04 April and 117.1 mm the following day. In Surat Thani, 473 families from 36 villages in 2 districts were affected. There have been no reports of injuries, fatalities or displacements, however and flooding has started to subside in some areas, aided by the deployment of water pumps. Aid and relief supplies have been distributed in some of the affected areas.
https://www.sott.net/article/466426-Rain-and-floods-affect-20000-households-in-south-Thailand-almost-a-foot-of-rain-in-48-hours

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1 dead, 2 missing after floods in Davao, Philippines
Heavy rain that began around 03 April 2022 has caused flooding and landslides in several regions of the Philippines. Authorities report thousands of people have been affected and hundreds displaced. At least 1 person has died and 2 are missing in floods in Davao region. Flooding struck in Davao region after heavy rainfall from 06 April. Authorities said 1,040 families in 22 villages have ben affected. One person died in flooding in Cateel in Davao Oriental province. Two others were reported missing after floods in Monkayo in Davao de Oro province, where all schools have been closed. Flooding and landslides struck in Mawab in the province of Davao de Oro on 03 April, damaging 6 houses and 5 roads. Around 274 families were affected and 15 people displaced. Also on 03 April, heavy rain triggered flooding and landslides in South Cotabato and Sarangani in Soccsksargen region. Around 140 people were displaced and transport infrastructure damaged.
https://www.sott.net/article/466427-1-dead-2-missing-after-floods-in-Davao-Philippines

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Huge hail the size of golf balls hit Florida
US weather: Huge hail size of golf balls hits Florida - The massive storm system, the latest in a series of tempests that have battered the southern US for three weeks straight, hit parts of North Texas and southern Oklahoma last night, where winds of up to 75 miles per hour caused millions of dollars in property damage. Flash flood warnings were also issued in the Dallas area overnight, with local fire officials engaging in multiple water rescues. No tornadoes have yet been reported from the area. The storm is now headed east through the Deep South, towards Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Florida, where it is expected to pick up in intensity. Weather officials said Tuesday that residents in those states should expect more damaging winds, heavy hail, and even twisters in those states.
https://www.sott.net/article/466428-Huge-hail-the-size-of-golf-balls-hit-Florida

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Rescues and evacuations in Sydney, Australia after more torrential rain causes flooding - 6 inches of rainfall in 24 hours
More torrential rainfall has fallen in parts of New South Wales (NSW), Australia, including in areas around Greater Sydney, causing floods and prompting further evacuation orders. Australia's Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) figures show Rose Bay in Sydney recorded 167.2 mm of rain in 24 hours on 07 April 2022. The suburb of Centennial Park recorded 163 mm and Sydney Airport 125.5 mm. The mean average of rain for April in the city is around 126.5 mm. The latest rainfall has seen Sydney surpass its annual rainfall average of 1,213.4mm in just the first three months of 2022. The heavy rain caused rivers to rise. BoM said on 07 April that there were "flood warnings for minor to major flooding in the Hawkesbury-Nepean and Georges rivers has been issued for the Sydney area with major flooding possible for Menangle, Liverpool and Milperra this afternoon."
https://www.sott.net/article/466429-Rescues-and-evacuations-in-Sydney-Australia-after-more-torrential-rain-causes-flooding-6-inches-of-rainfall-in-24-hours

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BEST OF THE WEB: Rescues and evacuations in Sydney, Australia after more torrential rain causes flooding - 6 inches of rainfall in 24 hours
More torrential rainfall has fallen in parts of New South Wales (NSW), Australia, including in areas around Greater Sydney, causing floods and prompting further evacuation orders. Australia's Bureau of Meteorology (BoM) figures show Rose Bay in Sydney recorded 167.2 mm of rain in 24 hours on 07 April 2022. The suburb of Centennial Park recorded 163 mm and Sydney Airport 125.5 mm. The mean average of rain for April in the city is around 126.5 mm. The latest rainfall has seen Sydney surpass its annual rainfall average of 1,213.4mm in just the first three months of 2022. The heavy rain caused rivers to rise. BoM said on 07 April that there were "flood warnings for minor to major flooding in the Hawkesbury-Nepean and Georges rivers has been issued for the Sydney area with major flooding possible for Menangle, Liverpool and Milperra this afternoon."
https://www.sott.net/article/466429-Rescues-and-evacuations-in-Sydney-Australia-after-more-torrential-rain-causes-flooding-6-inches-of-rainfall-in-24-hours

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Spring snowstorm leaves Maple Creek, Saskatchewan residents without power - 8 inches of snow reported
Maple Creek and the surrounding area dealt with a power outage for more than 24 hours following a spring snow storm. Resident Laurie Leigh said she woke up with no power Tuesday morning. The lights were still off as of Wednesday at noon. Maple Creek and the surrounding area dealt with a power outage for more than 24 hours following a spring snow storm. Resident Laurie Leigh said she woke up with no power Tuesday morning. The lights were still off as of Wednesday at noon. "It makes you realize how reliant you are on electricity," she said. "We actually built little clay pots with candles and have some heat coming off of them." High winds and heavy, wet snow blew in Monday night and continued throughout the day into Wednesday morning. The southwest area saw around 34 hours of continuous snowfall, according to the CTV News radar and satellite system.
https://www.sott.net/article/466430-Spring-snowstorm-leaves-Maple-Creek-Saskatchewan-residents-without-power-8-inches-of-snow-reported

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SOTT FOCUS: SOTT Earth Changes Summary - March 2022 - Extreme Weather, Planetary Upheaval, Meteor Fireballs
Over the last few years, winter has continued to gain ground over spring, and this time is no exception. A late winter storm blasted the northeastern United States with high winds and snow, sending temperatures plummeting and making travel hazardous. The Ohio River Valley experienced the heaviest snowfall that blanketed parts of Nashville, Tennessee, and Cincinnati. Parts of Colorado, New Mexico, Minnesota, North Dakota, and California also reported unseasonable snow throughout the month. Moreover, sudden temperature drop and blinding snow showers caused a 60 vehicle pile-up on Interstate 81 in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, causing the death of 6. Much of the UK remained in sub-zero conditions later this month due to a sudden blast of arctic air that brought snowfalls as far as south London. Travel and power experienced disruptions in the northern parts of the county. Untimely snow also reached parts of Greece and Turkey several times this month, including on the first day of...
https://www.sott.net/article/466431-SOTT-Earth-Changes-Summary-March-2022-Extreme-Weather-Planetary-Upheaval-Meteor-Fireballs