Yemen is the second largest country on the Arabian Peninsula and the poorest. It is now one country‚ having been previously divided into North and South Yemen. North Yemen was stable and not Marxist‚ with close ties to the US and Saudi Arabia. South Yemen was Marxist. The Marxists have taken it over. Iran embraced […] The post Who Are the Houthis and Are They Winning in the Red Sea? appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

A Massachusetts hospital has implemented a policy that would conceivably deny care for a person accused of microaggressions such as words that are “hostile” or “vulgar‚” a refusal to see a staff member based on stating any opposition to their claimed gender‚ or the prospective patient’s “body language and tone of voice.” In a video‚ Dr. Peter Smulowitz‚ the Chief Medical Officer at Milford Regional Medical Center‚ which has 149 beds‚ stated the hospital’s current policy. “Milford Regional Medical Center is committed to providing exceptional health care services to our community with dignity‚ compassion and respect‚” he asserted. “Everyone should expect a safe‚ caring and inclusive environment in all our spaces. Our patient and visitor code of conduct helps us meet this goal. Words or actions that are disrespectful‚ racist‚ discriminatory‚ hostile or harassing are not welcome and will not be tolerated.” “Examples of these include offensive comments about others’ race‚ ethnicity‚ accent‚ religion‚ gender‚ sexual orientation or other personal traits‚ refusal to see a clinician or other staff member based on these personal traits‚ aggressive or intimidating behavior‚ physical or verbal threats and assaults‚ sexual or vulgar words or actions‚ and disrupting another patient’s care or experience‚” he continued. “Please recognize that body language and tone of voice are also important parts of communication.” “If we believe you have violated our code with unwelcome words or actions‚ you will be given a chance to explain your point of view‚” he cautioned. “We will always carefully consider your response before we make any decisions about future care at Milford Regional. Know that we also have a similar code of conduct in place for our staff and providers. To review the full patient and visitor code of conduct‚ visit our website.” CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP He concluded by noting the hospital’s commitment to “inclusion‚” saying‚ “We look forward to continuing to serve our community and trust that this code of conduct clarifies expectations and reinforces our commitment to a safe‚ caring and inclusive environment for all.”

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon blasted Democrats for “scapegoating” Trump supporters‚ saying on Wednesday that people voted for Trump because he was right about important issues.  Dimon joined a panel on CNBC’s “Squawk Box” in Davos‚ Switzerland‚ during the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) annual meeting this week. The billionaire executive was asked about the role the economy will play in the 2024 presidential election‚ and Dimon said he’s not optimistic about the position of the U.S. economy‚ adding that he’s concerned about the plethora of issues the country will face in the next two years. Dimon then slammed Democrats who are focusing their 2024 political campaign on criticizing former President Donald Trump’s supporters‚ who made up nearly 75 million voters in 2020.  “I wish the Democrats would think a little bit more carefully when they talk about MAGA‚” Dimon said‚ adding‚ “When people say ‘MAGA‚’ they’re looking at people voting for Trump‚ and they’re basically scapegoating them‚ [saying] ‘You are like him.’”     “But I don’t think they’re voting for Trump because of his family values‚” Dimon continued. “Just take a step back‚ be honest. He was kind of right about NATO‚ he was kind of right about immigration‚ he grew the economy quite well‚ tax reform worked‚ he was right about some of China.”  BREAKING – EXPLOSIVE: JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon tells CNBC people are voting for Trump because he was right about the economy‚ immigration‚ and China‚ says people should be a bit more respectful of MAGA people. They know what they are doing. WATCH pic.twitter.com/fMHgLrZF0d — Simon Ateba (@simonateba) January 17‚ 2024 Dimon‚ who is close with former President Barack Obama‚ reportedly considered a presidential run against Trump in 2020‚ sparking Trump’s ire.  “I think I could beat Trump because I’m as tough as he is‚ I’m smarter than he is‚” Dimon said at a company event in 2018.  Trump hit back at Dimon‚ saying he doesn’t have the “aptitude” or “smarts” to be president‚ adding that he “is a poor public speaker &; nervous mess.”  CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP Despite the war of words over five years ago‚ Dimon acknowledged the policy accomplishments of the former president‚ saying people have a good argument to vote for Trump.  “I don’t like how he said things about Mexico‚ but he wasn’t wrong about some of these critical issues. And that’s why they’re voting for him. And I think people should be a little bit more respectful of our fellow citizens.” Dimon then voiced his frustration with Democrats who have demeaned Trump supporters since his campaign in 2016 when Hillary Clinton referred to them as “deplorables.” “Can we just stop that stuff and actually grow up and treat other people respectfully‚” Dimon said. “I think this negative talk about MAGA is going to hurt Biden’s re-election campaign.”  

A photo taken from Miami International Airport showed a notice from the Transportation Security Administration indicating that migrants entering the U.S. at the airport did not have to supply a photo or have their photo taken in order to enter the country. Political commentator Dave Rubin snapped the photo‚ tweeting‚ “This is the state of absolute insanity happening at our airports. I’m in the Pre-TSA line‚ where migrants don’t have to have an ID to get through security and it’s their choice whether they want their picture taken. There is a plan to destroy America.” The sign read‚ “U.S. airport Non-U.S. Citizen Document Validation Using CBP One Technology.” CBP One is a mobile application launched in October 2020 to help immigrants preschedule appointments at ports of entry.    The sign continued as follows: TSA is partnering with CBP to test the use of CBP One at certain TSA checkpoints to validate adult non-U.S. citizen travel documentation when the traveler does not otherwise have an acceptable form of identification. How it works: 1. Notify the TSA officer that you are a migrant. 2. The TSA officer will take a photo (optional). 3. If requested‚ provide your alien identification number or biographic information. 4. Follow officer instruction. Photo capture is voluntary.  You may decline to have your photo taken. If you do not wish to have your phot taken‚ please notify a TSA Officer. You must still provide your alien identification number or biographical information to the TSA Officer‚ even if you do not have your phot taken. CBP One only verifies the information you previously provided to CBP and will not store your information. Because your information is verified through CBP One‚ TSA will also not store your information as part of this process. Just snapped this pic. This is the state of absolute insanity happening at our airports. I’m in the Pre-TSA line‚ where migrants don’t have to have an ID to get through security and it’s their choice whether they want their picture taken. There is a plan to destroy America. pic.twitter.com/VQubxLgY9E — Dave Rubin (@RubinReport) January 18‚ 2024 I should mention this was Miami International Airport. cc: @RonDeSantis @marcorubio @SenRickScott https://t.co/GMXdqm1ENm — Dave Rubin (@RubinReport) January 18‚ 2024 CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILYWIRE+ APP U.S. Customs and Border Protection noted last year‚ “On February 23rd‚ CBP Oneâ„¢ released an update to streamline the photo capture and scheduling process. This includes requiring individuals to submit their information prior to and separate from scheduling an appointment. Updates were made to enhance the geolocation service required to schedule an appointment. Starting April 29‚ 2023‚ the CBP Oneâ„¢ application will remove the vulnerability requirement in preparation for the end of Title 42. Starting May 10‚ 2023‚ the CBP Oneâ„¢ application will allow for additional time to complete the appointment request process.”

In a decisive move that underscores the Catholic Church’s commitment to its sacred vows and moral standards‚ a 30-year-old priest from Alabama has been permanently removed from his clerical duties. The former priest‚ Alex Crow‚ made headlines when he married a recent high school graduate‚ an act that led to his laicization—a process that returned him to the lay state. The story began unfolding when Crow and the young woman‚ Taylor Victoria Harrison‚ left the United States for Italy in July 2023. This departure followed Crow’s suspension by Mobile Archbishop Thomas J. Rodi‚ who acted promptly upon learning of the priest’s inappropriate conduct. The suspension barred Crow from presenting himself as a priest‚ a measure that reflects the gravity of the situation. Runaway Catholic priest Alex Crow now laicized‚ Mobile archdiocese says https://t.co/xRqE7HotEU via @NCRonline — christine johnson (@christine77701) January 13‚ 2024 The controversy deepened with allegations from Harrison’s parents‚ who accused Crow of grooming their daughter before she reached the age of majority. Although local law enforcement investigated these claims‚ they ultimately closed the case due to a lack of evidence. Nonetheless‚ a letter from Crow to Harrison‚ penned when she was still 17‚ surfaced‚ revealing Crow’s self-professed “marriage” to her and calling her a “gift” from Jesus. On January 5‚ the Archdiocese of Mobile announced that Pope Francis had completed the laicization of Alex Crow‚ effective immediately. This decision came after Crow himself initiated the process‚ foregoing the typical six-month waiting period for priests seeking to leave the clergy. The finality of the pope’s decision marks a significant moment in church discipline. A Catholic priest who married a teenager after leaving the country with her this summer has been removed from the priesthood. The Archdiocese of Mobile announced in a statement that Alex Crow is no longer a member of the clergy.https://t.co/HBaj0Jk1AQ — WVUA 23 (@wvua23) January 8‚ 2024 Archbishop Rodi expressed a sense of relief at the resolution of this matter‚ indicating that it was a mutual desire for all parties involved. The hope is that this conclusion will allow for a period of healing and moving forward for everyone affected by the events. The church’s response to this incident is a testament to its unwavering dedication to upholding its principles and the sanctity of the priesthood. By taking swift and firm action‚ the church has demonstrated its resolve to maintain the trust and faith of its followers. This case serves as a reminder of the responsibilities that come with positions of authority and the importance of adhering to ethical standards. It also highlights the church’s capacity for self-regulation and its commitment to justice‚ even when it involves one of its own. As the former priest and his young wife embark on their new life together‚ the church continues its mission‚ guided by centuries-old traditions and the moral compass that has defined its existence. The removal of Alex Crow from the priesthood is a clear message that the church will not tolerate breaches of conduct that undermine its core values and the spiritual welfare of its community. The post Priest Dismissed Following Unlawful Union with Young Woman appeared first on The Conservative Brief.

Some news is worth delivering in person‚ even if it means flying all the way to Ireland to visit your grandparents. One couple made their elderly relatives the happiest people on earth by telling them they had a baby on the way! An adorable TikTok video shows the grandma and grandpa’s precious reactions to the good news. They couldn’t have been more thrilled to learn that they would soon become great-grandparents! However‚ the footage didn’t end there. Later‚ the young couple returned to Ireland to visit their grandparents once more — this time‚ bringing their baby! Great-grandma and grandpa couldn’t have been more excited to meet the newest addition to the family. They were eager to hold the little bundle in their arms! @instant_ireland Their reaction Bless them @oliviafayedewar #irish #ireland #homecoming #heartwarming #irishtiktok ♬ original sound – Instant_Ireland “This is beyond precious!!!” commented one user. “Grandparents are so special.” Another wrote‚ “Awwwww this made me cry. So incredibly sweet.” Screengrab from TikTok Grandparents truly are a gift. They have so much love and wisdom to share‚ and they always know how to make us laugh! That’s one lucky baby to have such loving great-grandparents‚ even if their home in Ireland isn’t exactly down the block. Hopefully there will be many more reunions to come! You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Couple Flies To Ireland With Exciting News For Grandparents… Then Returns With A Bundle Of Joy! appeared first on InspireMore.

Someone posing as a statue isn’t something you see daily. That is probably why this man was so successful with his statue prank. We have selected some of the funniest statue scares to share with you. Our first focus involves a bit of instant karma. The person on the receiving end is a small girl who is quite deserving. The child approached the “statue” of a man and his dog sitting on a park bench. She cocked her little leg back in a tremendous wind-up and KICKED the man’s dog! Image from TikTok. The little plastic dog went flying. The man‚ probably in shock at the callousness of the child‚ moved to pick his dog up. Image from TikTok. The child… well‚ she screamed and ran like there was no tomorrow! We’re not sure what rock that vicious child crawled out from under‚ but she did get a just reward for her actions. Karma! Image from TikTok. While we typically don’t condone frightening children to that degree‚ we must admit that the end was fitting (and we did laugh). The remainder of the statue scare pranks were hilarious‚ and no dogs were harmed in the making of the video. When this swimmer approached the statue‚ his spidey sense might have tingled. He reached out tentatively to touch the knee. That touch prompted the statue man to move‚ and this poor guy screamed. We feel it necessary to note that his shorts were wet before this encounter… Image from TikTok. When this woman sat down‚ she was concentrating on her phone call. Then the man moved‚ and we felt bad for her friend on the other end of that call. That was a VERY loud scream. She moves pretty fast‚ though. Image from TikTok. Good Clean Fun With A Statue Scare Prank The video below has more fun for your viewing pleasure. We just picked out our favorites to highlight. Watch the video for more laughs with this statue scare prank. Some additional notes should be included. The heart attack is not real. Teens are really jumpy for some reason. The older lady is totally hilarious! If you enjoyed this‚ please share it with your friends. @scary.pranks9 #bushman #bushmanprank #scarecam #scarepranks #funnyvideos#jumpscare #fail #funnyfail #funny #scaryprank ♬ original sound – Scary US – Scary US You can find the source of this story’s featured image here. The post Man Poses As Statue On Park Bench‚ Giving Strangers The Silliest Of Scares! appeared first on InspireMore.

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