{"id":283907,"date":"2024-03-19T08:05:42","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T08:05:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thetruthseeker.co.uk\/?p=283907"},"modified":"2024-03-21T08:23:31","modified_gmt":"2024-03-21T08:23:31","slug":"this-week-in-the-new-normal-85","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thetruthseeker.co.uk\/?p=283907","title":{"rendered":"This Week in the New Normal #85"},"content":{"rendered":"

Off-Guardian \u2013 March 18, 2024<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Our successor to This Week in the Guardian<\/em>, This Week in the New Normal<\/a><\/em> is our weekly chart of the progress of autocracy, authoritarianism and economic restructuring around the world.<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Michael Gove\u2019s Definition of Extremism<\/strong><\/h2>\n

UK Michael Gove MP made the news this week when he formally announced the UK government\u2019s official definition of \u201cextremism\u201d<\/a>, which goes as follows:<\/p>\n

The promotion or advancement of an ideology based on violence, hatred or intolerance, that aims to:<\/p>\n

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  1. negate or destroy the fundamental rights and freedoms of others; or<\/li>\n
  2. undermine, overturn or replace the UK\u2019s system of liberal parliamentary democracy and democratic rights; or<\/li>\n
  3. intentionally create a permissive environment for others to achieve the results in (1) or (2).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    As we near the third anniversary of the UK\u2019s first lockdown, we should note the major irony here: Under the above terms, the current government is the most \u201cextreme\u201d organisation in the country.<\/p>\n

    If that all sounds jolly dystopian, wait \u2019til you hear the name of the new unit set up to monitor signs of potential extremism \u2013 \u201cThe Counter-Extremism Centre of Excellence\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n

    Yeah.<\/p>\n

    2. Moderna Stock On the Up (again)<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    The first \u201ccancer vaccines\u201d are potentially just around the corner, which is good news\u2026for Moderna\u2019s stockholders at least.<\/p>\n

    The mRNA \u201cvaccine\u201d manufacturer\u2019s stock jumped almost 9% <\/a>earlier this week when they announced a new mid-stage trial of their melanoma vaccine.<\/p>\n

    First announced in December, the alleged \u201ccancer vaccine\u201d had the immediate effect of distracting from slumping Covid \u201cvaccine\u201d sales<\/a>\u2026which was very convenient. The first human trial is being held in the UK by the always-trustworthy Imperial College, London<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    The Moderna boys better get their skates on though, because as it stands their \u201ccancer vaccine\u201d is looking to be the third to hit the market, behind Pfizer and GSK.<\/p>\n

    CNBC noted earlier this week<\/a> that Pfizer was \u201cbetting big on cancer drugs to turn business around after Covid decline\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n

    Isn\u2019t that always the way? You wait decades for a cancer vaccine and then three come along at once.<\/p>\n

    3. Ants, they\u2019re what\u2019s for dinner<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    The edible insect world is a tough game, no sooner are crickets the big name in the industry<\/a> than they a whisked off stage right by a ballsy up-and-comer: Edible ants<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    Apparently, chowing down on our little formic friends is going to be all the rage soon:<\/p>\n

    In the quest for sustainable and innovative food sources, insects have emerged as a promising addition, with edible ants spotlighting the culinary scene for their unique flavors and nutritional value.<\/p>\n

    While the thought of incorporating insects into the menu might evoke a sense of hesitation, researchers have discovered that ants, a common sight at picnics, could actually enhance our dishes with their distinct taste profiles.<\/p>\n

    A recent study unveiled at the American Chemical Society (ACS) Spring 2024 meeting, held both virtually and in-person from March 17-21, introduces us to the diverse aroma profiles of four edible ant species.<\/p>\n

    Yes, the four species of edible ants have \u201cdiverse aroma profiles\u201d<\/em>, and are a sustainable food choice that is \u201cgood for your health and good for the Earth\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n

    Researchers will be presenting their findings <\/a>later today at the opening of the spring meeting of the American Chemical Society, and I can\u2019t wait.<\/p>\n

    BONUS: Stopped clock of the week<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    I just wanted to share Tucker Carlson talking about post-modern architecture\u2026<\/p>\n

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    Tucker Carlson: "Moscow has not been degraded by postmodern architecture that destroys your spirit"<\/p>\n

    Chris Cuomo: "You believe postmodern architecture is designed to kill your spirit?!"<\/p>\n

    Tucker: "Of course." Cuomo: "Why?"<\/p>\n

    Tucker's answer will blow your mind. A rant for the ages: pic.twitter.com\/QDixKGGyu1<\/a><\/p>\n

    — Jash Dholani (@oldbooksguy) March 14, 2024<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n