"Panic Food Buying - Stores Closing, Gas Surging, War Escalating"

Jeremiah Babe, 3/8/26

"Panic Food Buying -

" Stores Closing, Gas Surging, War Escalating"

The U.S. economy is sending warning signs everywhere - luxury stores like Saks Fifth Avenue and Marcus are shutting down, gas prices are soaring, and global tensions in the Middle East are intensifying. From food shortages in Dubai to critical supply chain disruptions through the Straight of Hormuz, the world is facing challenges that could affect everyone. In this video, I break down: The shocking closures at Saks Fifth Avenue and South Coast Plaza Grocery Outlet shutting 36 stores across 16 states. How rising inflation and global conflict are affecting gas, food, and prices. The role of gold and silver as safe-haven assets in uncertain times. Steps you can take to prepare for economic, social, and global disruptions. Stay alert, stay prepared, and protect your resources. This is about more than money - it’s about survival, security, and being ready for the unexpected.

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"In 24 Hours Everything Could Change"

Redacted, Clayton Morris, 3/8/26

"In 24 Hours Everything Could Change"

"In the next 24 hours everything could change around global oil markets. The war with Iran is quickly turning into a full-blown economic crisis, with the Strait of Hormuz at the center of it all. Rising oil and diesel prices, collapsing supply routes, freight and insurance shocks, weak jobs numbers, and a housing market already under pressure are now colliding in real time. We also look at the latest fallout from the past few hours, including new signs of disruption across global energy infrastructure, what this means for your gas bill and grocery bill, and why the White House is reportedly in full panic mode over the political and economic consequences."

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"Israel's Home Front Command Is Breaking Down - 9 Million People Have Nowhere Left to Run"

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Prime John AG, 3/8/26

"Israel's Home Front Command Is Breaking Down - 

9 Million People Have Nowhere Left to Run"

"In this video we step back from the headlines and break down what is really happening, why it matters, and what the next days and weeks could look like. This channel is about calm, data-driven geopolitics - no hype, no clickbait, no team jerseys. We connect wars, elections, sanctions, and energy routes to the deeper forces of power, money, and long-term strategy. Everything you hear here is educational commentary and personal opinion based on publicly available information. It is NOT political advice, financial advice, or a call to action. Always compare multiple sources, think for yourself, and make your own decisions. By watching this video, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your own views, choices, and outcomes."

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Money Over History, 3/7/26

"Israel Just Told Millions of Citizens: 

“We Can’t Protect You Anymore”

"Israel has issued one of the most alarming warnings of the entire conflict. Millions of citizens were informed that the country’s early warning and missile defense systems may no longer guarantee protection against incoming attacks.For decades Israel invested heavily in advanced defense systems such as Iron Dome, Patriot, and other missile interception technologies designed to detect and stop incoming threats. But recent developments suggest that warning times for incoming missiles may be dramatically reduced, leaving civilians with only seconds to react. In this video, we break down what this announcement means, how missile defense systems work, and why early warning networks are critical for civilian protection during modern warfare. We also analyze the broader regional escalation involving Israel, Iran, and multiple Middle Eastern countries, and what these developments could mean for global security and energy markets."

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Stipendium peccati mors est, Israel, 

and you so deserve everything you get...

Musical Interlude: 2002, "Courting the Moon"

Full screen recommended. Beautiful!

2002, "Courting the Moon"

"A Mayan legend says that the hummingbird is actually the sun

 in disguise, and he is trying to court a beautiful woman, who is the moon."

"A Look to the Heavens"

“What will become of these galaxies? Spiral galaxies NGC 5426 and NGC 5427 are passing dangerously close to each other, but each is likely to survive this collision. Typically when galaxies collide, a large galaxy eats a much smaller galaxy. In this case, however, the two galaxies are quite similar, each being a sprawling spiral with expansive arms and a compact core. As the galaxies advance over the next tens of millions of years, their component stars are unlikely to collide, although new stars will form in the bunching of gas caused by gravitational tides.

Close inspection of the above image taken by the 8-meter Gemini-South Telescope in Chile shows a bridge of material momentarily connecting the two giants. Known collectively as Arp 271, the interacting pair spans about 130,000 light years and lies about 90 million light-years away toward the constellation of Virgo. Recent predictions hold that our Milky Way Galaxy will undergo a similar collision with the neighboring Andromeda Galaxy in a few billion years.”

- http://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap130825.html

"Gas Shortages Are Coming - Chevron Sounds the Alarm"

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Dan, I Allegedly, 3/8/26

"Gas Shortages Are Coming -

Chevron Sounds the Alarm"

California may soon face serious gas shortages as energy companies warn that new carbon restrictions could force oil refineries to leave the state. In a stunning letter, the CEO of Chevron warned Governor Gavin Newsom that California’s energy policies could create fuel supply problems, drive gasoline prices even higher, and threaten the stability of the state’s energy infrastructure. If refineries shut down or relocate, the consequences could ripple across the entire economy, impacting transportation, businesses, and millions of working families who already struggle with rising fuel costs.

The warning also raises major national security concerns. California currently supports dozens of military installations that rely on stable fuel supplies, and disruptions could impact defense readiness. As energy regulations tighten and oil companies reconsider operating in the state, many are asking whether California’s policies are pushing the energy industry away entirely. On i Allegedly, we break down what this letter means, why gas prices could spike again, and how these policies may affect the future of fuel supply in California and across the United States."

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Jay Reed, 3/8/26

"Gas Prices Just Skyrocketed Overnight 

And It’s Getting Worse - Here’s Why"

"Gas prices have surged again - and many drivers are feeling the pressure at the pump. In this video, we break down what’s causing the latest spike in fuel costs, why prices may keep rising, and what it could mean for everyday Americans. From global supply disruptions to geopolitical tensions and refinery constraints, this isn’t just a one-time blip - it’s part of a bigger story. For commuters, truckers, travelers, and families budgeting at home, this isn’t abstract - it hits the wallet directly. Watch until the end to see the factors experts are watching closely."

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Currency Archives AG, 3/8/26

"Iran Destroyed Israel's Biggest Refinery - 

Now The Whole World Will Pay"

"The world just crossed a line it cannot uncross. Iran's drone strike on Israel's Haifa refinery was not simply an act of military retaliation - it was a calculated economic weapon aimed at the heart of global energy stability. When a facility this critical burns, the consequences do not stay contained to one country or one conflict. They spread. Through oil markets, shipping lanes, supply chains, and fuel prices that affect every single person on this planet. In this video, Currency Archives breaks down exactly what happened, why it happened, and what it means for the global economy moving forward. We analyze the strategic thinking behind the strike, the immediate market reaction, and the terrifying possibility that this is only the beginning of a full-scale energy war between major powers.

If you care about your money, your business, or your future - this is not a story you can afford to ignore. Watch until the end, because the final part of this analysis may completely change how you think about energy, conflict, and economic survival in today's world.

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Adventures With Danno, "Food Shortages Coming?"

Adventures With Danno, 3/8/26

"Food Shortages Coming?"

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"People Are Stocking Up Like Never Before As Something Major Is Coming For America"

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Epic Economist, 3/8/26

"People Are Stocking Up Like Never Before

As Something Major Is Coming For America"

"Something big is shifting in America right now, and millions of people can feel it. From rising grocery prices to supply chain warnings from the CEOs of major retailers, everyday Americans are quietly stocking up on essentials like never before. In this video, we take a look at what people across the country are doing to prepare for what many believe is a massive wave of economic instability heading our way.

Tariffs, inflation, and growing uncertainty have pushed more and more families to start thinking seriously about food storage, emergency supplies, and financial preparedness. What used to be considered extreme is now becoming common sense. People are buying rice, beans, canned goods, frozen vegetables, and meat in bulk. They are filling pantries, organizing go bags, and stocking up on medical supplies and household essentials. And they are doing it not out of panic but out of a genuine desire to protect themselves and their families from what could be a very difficult period ahead. We also look at how people are rethinking their finances. From keeping cash on hand to cutting unnecessary subscriptions and doing full financial audits on their spending habits, Americans are finding creative and practical ways to stretch every dollar. Many are turning to community and neighbors as well, splitting bulk purchases and sharing subscriptions to save money together. This kind of cooperation and resourcefulness is exactly what gets people through hard times.

Beyond food and finances, some people are preparing for more extreme scenarios. Power outages, cyber attacks, natural disasters, and even civil unrest are all on the radar for a growing number of preppers. Emergency radios, solar generators, water filtration systems, and communication devices are showing up in more and more households across the country. Whether or not these worst case scenarios ever come to pass, the mindset of readiness and self reliance is something that benefits everyone.

This video features real people sharing their honest thoughts and practical tips on TikTok about how they are getting ready for what is coming. Their advice ranges from simple and affordable steps anyone can take today to more advanced preparation strategies for those who want to go further. No matter where you are in your journey, there is something here for you.

If you have been feeling like something is off or you have been thinking about getting more prepared, you are not alone. Millions of Americans are feeling the same way and taking action. Start where you are, do what you can, and remember that even small steps add up over time.

Share your thoughts in the comments below. Are you stocking up? Have you started prepping? What tips or strategies are working for you? This community is full of people looking for practical and affordable ways to get ready, and your experience might help someone else take that first step."

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The Daily "Near You?"

Elyria, Ohio, USA. Thanks for stopping by!

"Rules Versus Righteousness"

"Rules Versus Righteousness"

by Paul Rosenberg

"Yes, we’ve seen a string of irrational, malicious and even murderous rules lately, but that’s not what I’m addressing in this post. Today my point is that rules by themselves – rules by their essence – are the opponents of righteousness. I know this strikes most people as impossible, but I’m convinced that it’s correct and important. I expect this concept to take root slowly; human psychology is just that way: It takes time to absorb and sift ideas that are not only new, but which stand against basic assumptions. So, if this seems like it’s “too far out there,” please try to let it remain in your mind as a possibility, even if a far-fetched one. Thanks.

It Nearly Always Comes Back To Structure: There are multiple ways to analyze almost anything, but the one that stands out to me is analyzing the structure of things. As it happens, this type of analysis is rarely done for human affairs, which I think accounts for a significant share of our problems. What I want to do, briefly, is explain the structure of righteousness, and show you why rules oppose it. So, let’s start with a definition: Righteousness is not merely doing the right thing, or even knowing that you are doing the right thing. It is doing the right thing by your own will.

You don’t improve your inner workings by following rules. Rather, you surrender them to an exterior command. That insults your inner parts rather than using and upgrading them. Once, however, you generate your own desire to do beneficial and courageous things, you both strengthen your inner parts and know that you are a source of benefit in the universe. That is righteousness, and it’s a massively beneficial thing.

The great difference in the two models is that in one of them our inner parts are subsidiary and inferior to something external… our actions are derived from something outside… our goodness is not inherent, but subsidiary. In the other model, our inner parts generate goodness, making us primary and potent beings; beings who continually improve. Once we begin to see and accept this, we become objectively better beings… we grow and expand… and we very certainly become more confident and reliable beings.

Still, it’s notable that the best human actions arise where rules are absent or disregarded. The human who surrenders his or her judgment to rules is highly unlikely to show courage and to stand up for the oppressed. The man or woman who summons the courage to act beyond the rules is the actual hero. As Martin Luther King noted:"We should never forget that everything Adolph Hitler did in Germany was “legal” and everything the freedom fighters did in Hungary was “illegal.”

One final point: Humans have promoted rules as a path to goodness for millennia, with a doggedness to rival any compulsive disorder. If rules worked, we’d be a race of angels by now.

So…Rules do not engender human progress, rather they hinder it. Again, I know that this seems strange and even threatening, but I submit to you that while the concept may be foreign, it is true all the same. Rules displace and disgrace our inner mechanisms. We and our entire world will be far better off once we stop treating them as idols. Thanks for considering it."

- https://freemansperspective.com

"The Consequences Of Our Choices..."

“Life does not require us to be consistent, cruel, patient, helpful, angry, rational, thoughtless, loving, rash, open-minded, neurotic, careful, rigid, tolerant, wasteful, rich, downtrodden, gentle, sick, considerate, funny, stupid, healthy, greedy, beautiful, lazy, responsive, foolish, sharing, pressured, intimate, hedonistic, industrious, manipulative, insightful, capricious, wise, selfish, kind or sacrificed. Life does, however, require us to live with the consequences of our choices.”

- Richard Bach, “Running From Safety”

The Poet: Rod McKuen, “A Cat Named Sloopy”

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“A Cat Named Sloopy”

“For awhile

the only earth that Sloopy knew

was in her sandbox.

Two rooms were her domain.

Every night she’d sit in the window

among the avocado plants

waiting for me to come home,

my arms full of canned liver and love.

We’d talk into the night then,

contented,

but missing something.

She the earth she never knew,

me the hills I ran

while growing bent.

Sloopy should have been a cowboy’s cat,

with prairies to run,

not linoleum,

and real-live catnip mice,

no one to depend on but herself.

I never told her,

but in my mind

I was a midnight cowboy even then.

Riding my imaginary horse

down Forty-second street,

going off with strangers

to live an hour-long cowboy’s life.

But always coming home to Sloopy,

who loved me best.

For a dozen summers

we lived against the world.

An island on an island.

She’d comfort me with purring,

I’d fatten her with smiles.

We grew rich on trust,

needing not the beach or butterflies.

I had a friend named Ben

Who painted buildings like Roualt men.

He went away.

My laughter tired Lillian

after a time,

she found a man who only smiled.

But Sloopy stayed and stayed.

Winter,

Nineteen fifty-nine,

Old men walk their dogs.

Some are walked so often

that their feet leave

little pink tracks

in the soft snow.

Women, fur on fur,

elegant and easy,

only slightly pure,

hailing cabs to take them

round the block and back.

Who is not a love seeker

when December comes?

Even children pray to Santa Claus.

I had my own love safe at home,

and yet I stayed out all one night,

the next day too.

They must have thought me crazy

screaming SLOOPY!

SLOOPY!

as the snow came falling

down around me.

I was a madman

to have stayed away

one minute more

than the appointed hour.

I’d like to think a golden cowboy

snatched her from the window sill,

and safely saddlebagged

she rode to Arizona.

She’s stalking lizards

in the cactus now perhaps,

bitter, but free.

I’m bitter too,

and not a free man anymore.

But once upon a time,

In New York’s jungle in a tree,

before I went into the world

in search of other kinds of love,

nobody owned me but a cat named Sloopy.

Looking back,

perhaps she’s been

the only human thing

that ever gave back love to me.”

- Rod McKuen 

"How Could You? A Dog's Story"

"How Could You? A Dog's Story"

by Jim Willis

"When I was a puppy I entertained you with my antics and made you laugh. You called me your child and despite a number of chewed shoes and a couple of murdered throw pillows, I became your best friend. Whenever I was "bad," you'd shake your finger at me and ask "How could you?" - but then you'd relent and roll me over for a bellyrub.

My housetraining took a little longer than expected, because you were terribly busy, but we worked on that together. I remember those nights of nuzzling you in bed, listening to your confidences and secret dreams, and I believed that life could not be any more perfect. We went for long walks and runs in the park, car rides, stops for ice cream (I only got the cone because "ice cream is bad for dogs," you said), and I took long naps in the sun waiting for you to come home at the end of the day.

Gradually, you began spending more time at work and on your career, and more time searching for a human mate. I waited for you patiently, comforted you through heartbreaks and disappointments, never chided you about bad decisions, and romped with glee at your homecomings, and when you fell in love.

She, now your wife, is not a "dog person" - still I welcomed her into our home, tried to show her affection, and obeyed her. I was happy because you were happy. Then the human babies came along and I shared your excitement. I was fascinated by their pinkness, how they smelled, and I wanted to mother them, too. Only she and you worried that I might hurt them, and I spent most of my time banished to another room, or to a dog crate. Oh, how I wanted to love them, but I became a "prisoner of love."

As they began to grow, I became their friend. They clung to my fur and pulled themselves up on wobbly legs, poked fingers in my eyes, investigated my ears and gave me kisses on my nose. I loved everything about them, especially their touch - because your touch was now so infrequent - and I would have defended them with my life if need be. I would sneak into their beds and listen to their worries and secret dreams. Together we waited for the sound of your car in the driveway. There had been a time, when others asked you if you had a dog, that you produced a photo of me from your wallet and told them stories about me. These past few years, you just answered "yes" and changed the subject. I had gone from being your dog to "just a dog," and you resented every expenditure on my behalf.

Now you have a new career opportunity in another city and you and they will be moving to an apartment that does not allow pets. You've made the right decision for your "family," but there was a time when I was your only family.

I was excited about the car ride until we arrived at the animal shelter. It smelled of dogs and cats, of fear, of hopelessness. You filled out the paperwork and said "I know you will find a good home for her." They shrugged and gave you a pained look. They understand the realities facing a middle-aged dog or cat, even one with "papers."

You had to pry your son's fingers loose from my collar as he screamed "No, Daddy! Please don't let them take my dog!" And I worried for him and what lessons you had just taught him about friendship and loyalty, about love and responsibility, and about respect for all life. You gave me a goodbye pat on the head, avoided my eyes, and politely refused to take my collar and leash with you. You had a deadline to meet and now I have one, too.

After you left, the two nice ladies said you probably knew about your upcoming move months ago and made no attempt to find me another good home. They shook their heads and asked "How could you?"

They are as attentive to us here in the shelter as their busy schedules allow. They feed us, of course, but I lost my appetite days ago. At first, whenever anyone passed my pen, I rushed to the front, hoping it was you - that you had changed your mind - that this was all a bad dream... or I hoped it would at least be someone who cared, anyone who might save me. When I realized I could not compete with the frolicking for attention of happy puppies, oblivious to their own fate, I retreated to a far corner and waited.

I heard her footsteps as she came for me at the end of the day and I padded along the aisle after her to a separate room. A blissfully quiet room. She placed me on the table, rubbed my ears and told me not to worry. My heart pounded in anticipation of what was to come, but there was also a sense of relief. The prisoner of love had run out of days. As is my nature, I was more concerned about her. The burden which she bears weighs heavily on her and I know that, the same way I knew your every mood.

She gently placed a tourniquet around my foreleg as a tear ran down her cheek. I licked her hand in the same way I used to comfort you so many years ago. She expertly slid the hypodermic needle into my vein. As I felt the sting and the cool liquid coursing through my body, I lay down sleepily, looked into her kind eyes and murmured "How could you?"

Perhaps because she understood my dogspeak, she said "I'm so sorry." She hugged me and hurriedly explained it was her job to make sure I went to a better place, where I wouldn't be ignored or abused or abandoned, or have to fend for myself - a place of love and light so very different from this earthly place. With my last bit of energy, I tried to convey to her with a thump of my tail that my "How could you?" was not meant for her. It was you, My Beloved Master, I was thinking of. I will think of you and wait for you forever. May everyone in your life continue to show you so much loyalty."

- http://www.crean.com/jimwillis/

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"If there are no dogs in Heaven,

then when I die I want to go where they went."

- Will Rogers

"How It Really Is"

 

"The Next Economic Crisis Is Weeks Away"

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Snyder Reports, 3/8/26

"The Next Economic Crisis Is Weeks Away"

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"US-Israel-Iran War, 3/8/26"

Danny Haiphong, 3/8/26

"Iran's Missiles Devastate Haifa Port & Tel Aviv,

 Trump Eyes Ground War"

"The US and Israel have opened up a new front in the war that has seen an even more furious retaliation from Iran and Hezbollah. The future of the war is moving rapidly toward even further escalation, and the crises keep piling up for the aggressors. War correspondent Elijah Magnier joins the show to break it all down."

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OPTM, 3/8/26

"Iran Just Destroyed Israel’s Biggest Refinery –

 Last Energy Gateway From Israel Incinerated"

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Times Of India, 3/8/26

"Iran Missiles Leave Central Israel ‘Devastated’;

 ‘Explosions, Smoke, Injuries Tear Tel Aviv Apart"

"Central Israel was rocked by powerful explosions after Iran launched another wave of ballistic missiles towards Tel Aviv and nearby cities. Dramatic visuals from the Bnei Brak area showed thick black smoke rising into the sky and a vehicle overturned on the street following the impact. Authorities reported multiple strike sites across the region, raising suspicions that at least one missile may have carried a cluster-type warhead. Emergency teams from Magen David Adom rushed to the scenes, initially reporting three people injured by shrapnel. Officials later confirmed that at least six people were wounded, including a man in his forties seriously hurt in Tel Aviv and several others injured in Petah Tikva. Search-and-rescue teams and investigators are now assessing the damage as tensions between Iran and Israel escalate sharply."

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"Jiang Xueqin: Is This WW3? The Greater Israel Project: Truth or Conspiracy?"

Dialogue Works Highlights, 3/8/26

"Jiang Xueqin: Is This WW3? 

The Greater Israel Project: Truth or Conspiracy?"

"This interview explores the growing conflict in the Middle East and the risk of a wider global war. It examines the escalating tensions between the United States and Iran, the possibility of ground troops, and how control of energy routes like the Strait of Hormuz could draw major powers into the conflict. The discussion also looks at the geopolitical impact of the Ukraine war, shifting global alliances, the role of Gulf states, and the fragile balance of power shaping the future of the region and the world."

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"Col. Doug Macgregor: We're in a Run Up to WW3"

Daniel Davis, Deep Dive 3/8/26

"Col. Doug Macgregor: We're in a Run Up to WW3"

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"Scott Ritter: Trump’s Iran War is Doomed! “Something BIG Is About to Hit Israel and America”

"Scott Ritter: Trump’s Iran War is Doomed!

“Something BIG Is About to Hit Israel and America”

Global War Analysis, 3/7/26

"Former UN weapons inspector and military analyst Scott Ritter has warned that any escalation of the war with Iran into the nuclear domain would have catastrophic consequences for all sides. Ritter argues that using nuclear weapons in the Middle East would not bring victory but instead trigger uncontrollable escalation and long-term global instability.

Ritter has repeatedly warned that once nuclear weapons are used, the situation could spiral beyond anyone’s control because other powers and regional states would feel compelled to respond or develop their own nuclear deterrents. He has previously stated that the use of nuclear weapons in the region could lead to devastating retaliation and potentially guarantee Israel’s destruction, as it would encourage adversaries to pursue nuclear arms and escalate the conflict further.

Meanwhile, the current war between the United States, Israel, and Iran is already raising global fears of escalation. Experts warn that attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities may actually push Tehran closer to pursuing nuclear weapons, especially if Iranian leaders believe their survival is threatened. Ritter’s broader argument is that wars launched with the expectation of quick victory often turn into strategic disasters, especially when they provoke stronger resistance, widen the battlefield, and risk triggering nuclear brinkmanship among major powers."

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