08-17-2020, 12:09 AM
(This post was last modified: 08-17-2020, 04:14 AM by kyonides.
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MSC Grandiosa: First Mediterranean cruise launches after five-month pause
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-53802045
It does sound dangerous indeed, especially because we're talking about places that include rooms that aren't as spacious as they might be during a pandemic. And we all already know what happened to several cruisers at the beginning of this dark chapter of our history.
Belarus: Mass protest eclipses defiant Belarus leader's rally
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-53795871
Even after Lukashenko asked Putin to back him in his claim to stay in power in Belarus, his fellow countrymen and women strongly disagree with his handling of the crisis. Thousands of protesters filled up Minsk so to say to make him release the people that still are in prison who were arrested for complaining against their government. Meanwhile Lukashenko called them rats. He also pretended to gather his supporters to defend their country and its independence.
Trump says universal mail-in voting would be 'catastrophic'
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-53795876
Donald Trump stated that voting system would make US a laughing stock. Democrats and even Taylor Swift attacked Trump for the USPS policies. Congress Speaker Nancy Pelosi is considering recalling Congress early to discuss the changes and their impacts. They didn't mention any concern for voting fraud except for the incumbent president. He managed to blame Dems for not reaching a deal on USPS funding.
Dublin: A woman was pushed into the water after racial abuse
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-53794831
Well, yes, racism or this time sinophobia is on the rise for sure.
Thai protests: Thousands gather in Bangkok to demand reforms
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-53798826
Do you want to criticize Thai monarchy? Well, you gotta make sure you're not currently living in Thailand. Otherwise you'd end up living not at a luxurious hotel but in prison itself. Yes, they'll treat you like scum for it.
Beware of Dropshippers!
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-53759932
Most of the time it's a real scam! Many dropshippers dare to sell knockoffs at a higher price than a Chinese company would. BBC also warns you that there are several reports of products never reaching your homes or mail boxes.
Forget about MetalRenard's favorite ramen
BBC wants you to learn about the forgotten Japanese cuisine!
http://www.bbc.com/travel/story/20200810...us-cuisine
Why are we asking you to ignore his delicious meals? Well, BBC interviewed some locals that told them about unknown dishes like kombu! One of them even dare to say they think it's the secret to live a long life.
So if you ever visit or live in Japan, grab some kombu tsukudani or kombu kamaboko. People seem to keep praising its umami flavor.
Ronald Koeman: Barcelona could pick Netherlands manager to replace Quique Setien
https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/53801207
It looks like Setien's disastrous elimination in the Champions League or Messi's pressure might make the Barca authorities to kick Setien out any time soon.
Israel and UAE launch direct phone links after historic accord
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-53798832
Mauritius oil spill: Wrecked MV Wakashio breaks up
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-53797009
First it spilled oil into the sea and now it breaks.
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-53802045
BBC Wrote:The MSC Grandiosa will stop at three Italian ports and the Maltese capital Valletta in a seven-day voyage.
Operator MSC Cruises, say all passengers and crew have been tested for coronavirus before boarding.
It comes as virus cases continue to rise around Italy, with more than 600 reported by authorities yesterday.
It does sound dangerous indeed, especially because we're talking about places that include rooms that aren't as spacious as they might be during a pandemic. And we all already know what happened to several cruisers at the beginning of this dark chapter of our history.
Belarus: Mass protest eclipses defiant Belarus leader's rally
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-53795871
Even after Lukashenko asked Putin to back him in his claim to stay in power in Belarus, his fellow countrymen and women strongly disagree with his handling of the crisis. Thousands of protesters filled up Minsk so to say to make him release the people that still are in prison who were arrested for complaining against their government. Meanwhile Lukashenko called them rats. He also pretended to gather his supporters to defend their country and its independence.
Trump says universal mail-in voting would be 'catastrophic'
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-53795876
Donald Trump stated that voting system would make US a laughing stock. Democrats and even Taylor Swift attacked Trump for the USPS policies. Congress Speaker Nancy Pelosi is considering recalling Congress early to discuss the changes and their impacts. They didn't mention any concern for voting fraud except for the incumbent president. He managed to blame Dems for not reaching a deal on USPS funding.
Dublin: A woman was pushed into the water after racial abuse
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-53794831
BBC Wrote:Gardaí (Irish police) are investigating an "alleged racially motivated incident" after a woman was pushed into the Royal Canal in Dublin.
A video, which was widely shared on social media, showed two boys pushing the woman into the canal.
RTÉ said Xuedan Xiong, who lives in Castleknock, pulled herself out of the water and was helped by onlookers.
She had challenged a group of young people about racial discrimination, RTÉ said. She was not injured.
Well, yes, racism or this time sinophobia is on the rise for sure.
Thai protests: Thousands gather in Bangkok to demand reforms
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-53798826
Do you want to criticize Thai monarchy? Well, you gotta make sure you're not currently living in Thailand. Otherwise you'd end up living not at a luxurious hotel but in prison itself. Yes, they'll treat you like scum for it.
Beware of Dropshippers!
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-53759932
Most of the time it's a real scam! Many dropshippers dare to sell knockoffs at a higher price than a Chinese company would. BBC also warns you that there are several reports of products never reaching your homes or mail boxes.
Forget about MetalRenard's favorite ramen
BBC wants you to learn about the forgotten Japanese cuisine!
http://www.bbc.com/travel/story/20200810...us-cuisine
Why are we asking you to ignore his delicious meals? Well, BBC interviewed some locals that told them about unknown dishes like kombu! One of them even dare to say they think it's the secret to live a long life.
So if you ever visit or live in Japan, grab some kombu tsukudani or kombu kamaboko. People seem to keep praising its umami flavor.
Ronald Koeman: Barcelona could pick Netherlands manager to replace Quique Setien
https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/53801207
It looks like Setien's disastrous elimination in the Champions League or Messi's pressure might make the Barca authorities to kick Setien out any time soon.
Israel and UAE launch direct phone links after historic accord
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-53798832
BBC Wrote:The countries' foreign ministers called each other and "exchanged greetings following the historic peace accord", a statement said.And I thought Palestinians would rejoice a bit after learning about this event.
The US-brokered deal was announced by President Donald Trump on Thursday.
It is only the third Israeli-Arab peace treaty in the Middle East.
The international community has mostly welcomed the move, although Palestinians, Iran and Turkey have denounced it.
Under the terms of the deal, Israel has agreed to suspend its controversial plans to annex parts of the occupied West Bank.
Mauritius oil spill: Wrecked MV Wakashio breaks up
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-53797009
First it spilled oil into the sea and now it breaks.
BBC Wrote:The MV Wakashio ran aground on a coral reef on 25 July with 4,000 tonnes of the fuel, causing an ecological emergency.
Most of the fuel had already been pumped out, officials said, but on Saturday the ship's condition worsened.
Mauritius is home to world-renowned coral reefs, and popular with tourists.
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Maranatha!
The Internet might be either your friend or enemy. It just depends on whether or not she has a bad hair day.
My Original Stories (available in English and Spanish)
List of Compiled Binary Executables I have published...
HiddenChest & Roole
Give me a free copy of your completed game if you include at least 3 of my scripts!
Just some scripts I've already published on the board...
KyoGemBoost XP VX & ACE, RandomEnkounters XP, KSkillShop XP, Kolloseum States XP, KEvents XP, KScenario XP & Gosu, KyoPrizeShop XP Mangostan, Kuests XP, KyoDiscounts XP VX, ACE & MV, KChest XP VX & ACE 2016, KTelePort XP, KSkillMax XP & VX & ACE, Gem Roulette XP VX & VX Ace, KRespawnPoint XP, VX & VX Ace, GiveAway XP VX & ACE, Klearance XP VX & ACE, KUnits XP VX, ACE & Gosu 2017, KLevel XP, KRumors XP & ACE, KMonsterPals XP VX & ACE, KStatsRefill XP VX & ACE, KLotto XP VX & ACE, KItemDesc XP & VX, KPocket XP & VX, OpenChest XP VX & ACE