Perspectives with Neilo
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☘️A podcast for people who believe that Freedom and Democracy are worth defending. #podcast #democracy 📕Blog at 👉 www.pwneilo.com
#podcast #Tibetans Tibet is one of the most heavily surveilled regions on Earth. So when a catastrophic flood strikes, we have to ask - What could have been detected — and was there an early warning? Apple apple.co/3SQeruU Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/3NMI...
The Tibet-Nepal Flood - Disaster, Censorship and the Search for Answers
Podcast Episode · Perspectives with Neilo: Because Freedom and Democracy are worth Defending · September 7 · 24m
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1/2 The August 26th Tibet–Nepal flood won't necessarily be the last disaster of its kind. Climate change is making the Himalayas increasingly unstable. #climatechange So what happens the next time?
Its about time Ireland took action on the security of university research. The question is if this is enough? This latest development makes Micheal Martin's statement that he didn't believe there was a threat from China even more bizarre! www.irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41...
Ireland's first 'research security' guidelines issued to third-level institutions
Measure aim to counter any efforts that could 'undermine academic freedom, institutional integrity, or fundamental values'
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We need more transparency from China as discussed in this recent podcast on the August 26th disaster. #Tibet #EarlyWarning #Censorship Apple apple.co/3SQeruU Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/3NMI...
The Tibet-Nepal Flood - Disaster, Censorship and the Search for Answers
Podcast Episode · Perspectives with Neilo: Because Freedom and Democracy are worth Defending · September 7 · 24m
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🧵 On August 26th, a catastrophic flash flood tore through the Tibet–Nepal border region, leaving more than 1,100 people dead in Nepal and thousands still missing. But beyond the tragedy are difficult questions. #Tibet #Nepal #China #Geopolitics
Philippines Defense Secretary Teodoro calls out China's coercion, bullying and aggression after receiving a note on stage at the recent Seoul Defense Dialogue. youtu.be/0XAPQSDsaXU?...
Awkward moment Chinese diplomat’s secret note is read out loud in front of live audience
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@chinamediaproject.bsky.social @fpcthinktank.bsky.social @irishtimes.com China says it never interferes in other countries affairs. So why then did the Chinese Embassy try to remove a group from Galway's St.Patrick's Day parade ? www.galwaybayfm.ie/galway-bay-f...
Chinese embassy wanted group removed from city St. Patrick's Day parade | GalwayBayFM
In 1999, Falun Dafa, or Falun Gong was banned in China and labelled as a 'proscribed cult'.
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@irishtimes.com @irishexaminer.bsky.social Irish news services rarely report on how China is harassing its neighbors around the South China Sea. This response from Philippines Defense Secretary Teodoro is well worth a watch! www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtKk...
Philippines’ Defence Chief Teodoro Reacts to "Disrespecting" Note From China at Seoul Meet | AC14
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Excellent report by Galway Bay FM on how the Chinese Embassy tried to pressure Galway City Council to remove Falun Gong (a spiritual group banned in China) from the annual St Patrick's Day Parade ☘️. #CCPInfluence www.galwaybayfm.ie/galway-bay-f...
Chinese embassy wanted group removed from city St. Patrick's Day parade | GalwayBayFM
In 1999, Falun Dafa, or Falun Gong was banned in China and labelled as a 'proscribed cult'.
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Excellent report by Galway Bay FM on how the Chinese Embassy tried to pressure Galway City Council to remove Falun Gong (a spiritual group banned in China) from the annual St Patrick's Day Parade ☘️. #CCPInfluence www.galwaybayfm.ie/galway-bay-f...
Chinese embassy wanted group removed from city St. Patrick's Day parade | GalwayBayFM
In 1999, Falun Dafa, or Falun Gong was banned in China and labelled as a 'proscribed cult'.
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🧵 On August 26th, a catastrophic flash flood tore through the Tibet–Nepal border region, leaving more than 1,100 people dead in Nepal and thousands still missing. But beyond the tragedy are difficult questions. #Tibet #Nepal #China #Geopolitics
China's top basic-research funder has disclosed its largest-ever batch of academic misconduct cases, including prominent scientists investigated after allegations by a PhD dropout went viral. share.google/OTjYGDT4Tdb3...
China launches largest-ever academic misconduct crackdown after PhD dropout blogger’s exposés - VnExpress International
China's top basic-research funder has disclosed its largest-ever batch of academic misconduct cases, including prominent scientists investigated after allegations by a PhD dropout went viral.
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In the next episode of Perspectives with Neilo, I examine the August 26th disaster and the growing information gap surrounding it — including China's restrictions on independent access to the Tibetan side, conflicting casualty figures, and what was known about the risks before the disaster. Links👇
Down stream countries are worried about the potential impact of China's mega dam - especially after the Tibet-Nepal disaster. share.google/wxUO2a4aOEI3...
China to proceed with Brahmaputra mega dam despite new concerns
China advances its controversial Brahmaputra mega dam project, raising concerns for India amid recent environmental challenges.
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Reports from Doublethink Lab and leaked documents from GoLaxy demonstrate that Chinese psychological operations moved from spreading disinformation toward cognitive warfare, sowing distrust and eroding the will to fight. Read more by Bram Wells.
Inside China’s Cognitive Warfare Playbook Against Taiwan - Foreign Policy Research Institute
China has been increasing pressure on Taiwan below the threshold of a traditional military attack throughout the past decade. These gray zone tactics include
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How can Ireland be neutral if we require foreign forces to protect us ? One of the topics discussed in my recent interview with former Army Ranger Captain Cathal Berry. Apple apple.co/4qlxKsk Spotify open.spotify.com/episode/3nyv...
Neutral. Sovereign. Secure ? - Ireland's Defence Dilemma
Podcast Episode · Perspectives with Neilo: Because Freedom and Democracy are worth Defending · August 19 · 38m
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The cost of a standard size of a household tank of oil has increased by 59% when compared to September of last year, due to the disruption of global oil supply with the ongoing war in Iran
59% rise in home-heating oil cost since last September
The cost of a standard size of a household tank of oil has increased by 59% when compared to September of last year, due to the disruption of global oil supply with the ongoing war in Iran.
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Buckingham Palace has more than doubled its taxpayer-funded cyber security spending amid concerns over Russian hackers targeting the Royal Family. share.google/eGu43yAQqtnT...
Royal Family overhaul cybersecurity amid growing threat from Russian hackers
Buckingham Palace’s official website was hacked in 2023 by a pro-Russia organisation
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@news.rte.ie Notice how all reports and updates from the disaster are from Nepal. There are no updates from Tibet because China has locked it down. #nepal #tibet www.rte.ie/news/world/2...
Nepal flood toll tops 900 as number of missing climbs
The death toll following devastating floods in Nepal has surpassed 900, as rescue teams worked overnight to reach hundreds of people believed to be stuck inside blocked hydropower project tunnels.
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Nepal has reported more than 600 dead and thousands missing, but the official toll of those killed in Tibet, on the other side of the border, stands at just 7. China is also refusing entry by foreign reporters to the area since the disaster. www.thetimes.com/world/asia/a...
Nepal floods latest: Kathmandu appeals for help identifying bodies — follow live
The death toll following devastating floods has increased to 675 and more than 2,426 people are missing, as country says rescue operations were “challenging”
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From the RTE report below on the evening news, it appears that Hikvision CCTV surveillance systems are still being used by the HSE in Ireland's hospitals. www.rte.ie/news/health/...
Variations in cancer treatment 'concerning' - Cullinane
New data released by the HSE shows wide variations in performance in delivering cancer treatment for patients.
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China's attempts to isolate Taiwan share.google/diqaS3SLryxa...
With many Taiwanese embassies closed, China shifts target to representative offices | The Strategist
After enjoying great success in eliminating Taiwan’s formal diplomatic ties, it has turned its attention to the island’s quasi-embassies, called representative offices. One reason is that persuading T...
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From the RTE report below on the evening news, it appears that Hikvision CCTV surveillance systems are still being used by the HSE in Ireland's hospitals. www.rte.ie/news/health/...
Variations in cancer treatment 'concerning' - Cullinane
New data released by the HSE shows wide variations in performance in delivering cancer treatment for patients.
rte.ie
Tesla and eight other automakers in China are recalling about 4.3 million vehicles — the country's largest automotive recall — over concerns that doors may be difficult to open in an emergency.
Tesla and other automakers begin record vehicle recall in China
The automakers said they will recall a total of about 4.3 million vehicles over concerns that doors may be difficult to open in an emergency.
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TikTok has reached a 400 million US dollars (£293 million) settlement with the US Department of Justice (DOJ), ending a 2024 lawsuit alleging the company violated federal children’s privacy laws. www.breakingnews.ie/world/tiktok...
TikTok reaches £293m settlement over alleged breach of children’s privacy | BreakingNews
The settlement was reached with the US Department of Justice.
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