Israeli military deliberately shooting Gaza children IN THE HEAD, says American doctor: “I was there”
https://twitter.com/i/status/1845580002609287475
World Bank loses track of $41 billion handed out for 'climate' ideologies
Audit confirms officials can't identify either the recipients or the use of the enormous sum
Up to $41 billion of the funds distributed to climate causes by the World Bank between 2017 and 2023 are unaccounted for due to poor accounting standards, according to an audit from Oxfam International published Thursday.
The enormous sum represents almost 40% of the climate funds the Bank disbursed during the seven year time period, with World Bank data failing to show the recipients and uses of the money, the Oxfam investigation found.
"The Bank is quick to brag about its climate finance billions — but these numbers are based on what it plans to spend, not on what it actually spends once a project gets rolling," Kate Donald, head of Oxfam International's Washington D.C. Office, said in the release. "This is like asking your doctor to assess your diet only by looking at your grocery list, without ever checking what actually ends up in your fridge."
The auditors were unable to determine whether the climate cash was spent "on climate-related initiatives intended to help low- and middle-income countries protect people from the impacts of the climate crisis and invest in clean energy," according to Oxfam.
The World Bank is the largest provider of environmental funding of all multi-national financial institutions, Oxfam reported, and plans to allocate 45% of its annual financing to green initiatives between July 1, 2024, and June 20, 2025. The U.S. is the largest shareholder in the Bank, holding over 15% of its voting shares as of May 31.
"Climate finance is scarce, and yes, we know it's hard to deliver. But not tracking how or where the money actually gets spent? That's not just some bureaucratic oversight — it's a fundamental breach of trust that risks derailing the progress we need to make at COP this year," Donald said in the release.
The World Bank's poor record-keeping practices made performing the audit "painstaking and difficult," Oxfam reported.
"We had to sift through layers of complex and incomplete reports, and even then, the data was full of gaps and inconsistencies," Donald said in the release. "The fact that this information is so hard to access and understand is alarming —it shouldn't take a team of professional researchers to figure out how billions of dollars meant for climate action are being spent. This should be transparent and accessible to everyone, most importantly communities who are meant to benefit from climate finance."
Oxfam and the World Bank did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
https://www.wnd.com/2024/10/world-bank-loses-track-of-41-billion-handed-out-for-climate-ideologies/
Israeli oligarch allegedly represents Putin’s interests in Moldova ahead of election
Moldova, a small country of under three million people between Ukraine and Romania, has been a focal point for Russian efforts to maintain influence in Eastern Europe.
https://www.jpost.com/international/article-825246
As Moldova prepares for a pivotal presidential election and referendum on European Union membership this Sunday, a new wave of allegations has surfaced involving Israeli-Moldovan businessman Ilan Shor.
Shor, a fugitive who used to reside in Israel but has since left, is accused of orchestrating efforts to destabilize Moldova’s pro-Western government on behalf of Russian interests.
The Moldovan police have uncovered a program in which hundreds of Moldovan citizens were taken to Russia and trained to incite riots, adding a layer of tension to an already volatile political environment.
Georgia: The Boyz Are Back!
Machines switching Trump votes to Harris votes, voters complaining to election workers who try to fix it, and the fix doesn't work …
https://x.com/Rasmussen_Poll/status/1847394897294139560
Killing the children of Gaza
https://rumble.com/embed/v5gqu4l/?pub=4
Ex-State Dept. Official: Israel Is Starving Gaza Now. We Can't Wait Another 30 Days to Take Action
https://youtu.be/HRH-Avphkt8
10 Hidden Search Engines for Deep Research and Ultimate Privacy
Yacy:
A decentralized, peer-to-peer search engine you can host on your own server. Enhances privacy by avoiding centralized databases and allowing users to contribute to a collective network. Offers control over search data, making it ideal for privacy-conscious individuals.
Searx:
An open-source metasearch engine that aggregates results without tracking. It allows customization, including the ability to pull from multiple search engines and set up personal instances for even more privacy and control.
Mojeek:
Unlike other engines, Mojeek uses its independent search index, prioritizing transparency and privacy. It doesn’t track users or target ads, offering unbiased search results for those valuing autonomy.
BASE:
A go-to for academic searches, BASE indexes millions of documents from 8,000+ sources. It’s renowned for its focus on scholarly content, making it a popular tool for researchers and students seeking reliable academic material.
Science.gov:
Offers access to U.S. government-funded scientific research across 60 databases. A credible source for students, researchers, and professionals searching for technical reports, journal articles, and data.
RePEc:
A decentralized database for economics research, providing open access to working papers, books, journal articles, and more. An essential tool for scholars and professionals in economics, facilitating knowledge sharing.
Bioline:
A not-for-profit that provides access to bioscience research from developing countries. With a focus on open access, it delivers valuable information on health, biodiversity, and environmental studies to a global audience.
SpringerLink:
A comprehensive platform offering millions of scholarly articles, books, and research papers across various fields. Known for its extensive collection of eBooks and peer-reviewed content, it’s a trusted academic resource.
WorldCat:
The largest library catalog in the world, giving users access to collections from thousands of libraries. An essential tool for finding both physical and digital academic resources worldwide.
RefSeek:
A specialized academic search engine filtering out non-relevant content to focus solely on educational materials. It’s a clean, easy-to-use platform perfect for students and researchers seeking high-quality academic sources.
https://citizenwatchreport.com/10-hidden-search-engines-for-deep-research-and-ultimate-privacy/