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Guest post by Kip Hansen – January 10, 2025 – 1400 words/5 minutes What are ultra-processed foods? The UPF literature provides lengthy and confusing definitions, but in almost all cases relies on the original work of Carlos A. Monteiro (and his colleagues Inês Castro, Renata Bertazzi-Levy, Rafael Claro, and Geoffrey Cannon) in 2009 The definition provided is on the topic: “Nutrition and health. The problem is not the food, nor the nutrients, but the processing”. [Note:  The use of the word “muchas” is in the original, Monteiro is Brazilian.] I give it here diagrammatically, exactly the same as used in…

SteynOnline.com recently reported that Michael E. Mann, known for his controversial “hockey stick” drawings and legal style, has been ordered to take personal responsibility for his actions against Mark Steyn ), National Review, and the Competitive Enterprise Institute (CEI). The case, launched more than a decade ago, has received widespread attention for its impact on free speech and scientific debate. Initially, Mann testified that he did not personally fund his legal proceedings, so the source of his financial support was unclear. Early in the case, an anti-SLAPP motion to prevent lawsuits aimed at suppressing public speech was denied by Judge…

Patrick Brown provides an insightful and balanced analysis of the Los Angeles wildfires, breaking down the interplay of factors such as meteorology, fuel conditions, and human activity. His posts challenge the dominant narrative that overemphasizes climate change as the sole culprit, providing a nuanced and data-driven perspective. With a clear focus on practical solutions such as home hardening, fuel management and ignition prevention, Brown provides a roadmap for mitigating fire risks without resorting to alarmism or unrealistic global policies. This is a refreshing, must-read article that takes on an issue that is often clouded by ideology. Below is a section-by-section…

Shazam! Star Zachary Levi says California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) and other Democratic leaders must be held accountable for the catastrophic fires in Los Angeles County, adding that he thinks Newsom has failed to manage the ongoing disaster Not kind, “committed to negligence.” [emphasis, links added] Zachary Levi spoke with Fox News host Jesse Watters on Wednesday about the raging fires in Los Angeles County. “This was unbelievable mismanagement, unbelievable bad leadership. I would even go so far as to say it was criminal negligence,” Levy said. Breaking: Actors @ZacharyLevi Calling Governor Gavin Newsom responsible for California fires. pic.twitter.com/bRpQeUVagZ —…

In a recent interview with CNN, Dr. Michael E. Mann attributed the devastating Pacific Palisades fires largely to climate change, saying, “15 of the 20 worst wildfires Happened in the past 15 years. [emphasis, links added] Dramatic statement from Dr. Michael Mann…but is this the whole truth? As California battles another inferno, it's clear that the real accelerant isn't carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, but decades of poor planning and policy failures. Exhibit A illustrates why people no longer trust “experts.” Mann, who earns a large taxpayer-funded salary at Penn State, was invited to speak to CNN on CNN despite…

The new year begins with one of the most horrific wildfire events in world history: an urban blaze in the Los Angeles metropolitan area that has killed at least five people and reduced thousands of homes to smoldering rubble. Two major fires exceeding 10,000 acres – the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles' western suburbs and the Eaton Fire in the northern suburbs – were fueled by severe drought and wind gusts of 100 mph (161 kph). event. Watch power generation – strong wind events are bad news for transmission lines. of building losses, research from @climate-guy.bsky.social @pyrogeog.bsky.social— Kelly Hereid (@kellyhereid.bsky.social)…

Jason Isaacs The Picowers are forcing inferior appliances into every American home to assuage their guilt. As the single largest beneficiary of Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme, the Pickowles family has a lot to be embarrassed about. One way they can absolve themselves of guilt is by funding climate change lawsuits and left-wing judicial influence programs that would take away conveniences Americans take for granted — like hot showers or efficient dishwashers. As my organization, the American Energy Institute, explained in a recent report , left-wing city governments and blue states are suing energy providers over climate change, with the goal…

Wildfires have engulfed much of Los Angeles' Pacific Palisades area and nearby areas, killing at least five people. As is their wont, the media blamed the raging fires on climate change. [emphasis, links added] Scientists such as fire expert Jennifer Balch attribute the warming partly to the jet stream sloping farther south than usual. A spokesperson for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said: “Climate change, including rising temperatures, continued droughts and dry air, are key factors increasing the risk and extent of wildfires in the western United States.” But U.S. Geological Survey scientist Jon Keeley says that's not…

notes: This autopsy image covers the impact of Sea of ​​Cortez low pressure on the East Cape Baja winds. Tragically, this same low pressure created massive Santa Ana winds in Southern California, creating nightmare fire conditions. This event will be covered in an upcoming blog post. This is the text portion of my wind forecast yesterday for January 9, 2025 Today’s trendy recipe: Today’s recipe has more Basura-inspired ingredients. 1. 60 knot SSW wind blowing over us from near cutoff low at about 18,000 feet. 2. This creates a surface low near the central Sea of ​​Cortez, which generates strong…

Los Angeles' devastating wildfires have once again become a rallying cry for those who blame climate change for natural disasters. [emphasis, links added] Recent reports, such as those from Axios and the BBC, hastily and incorrectly linked these wildfires to a “rare confluence of climate factors,” a narrative that has become all too familiar. However, any such connection is not supported by data. Too often, linking individual wildfires or even a year's worth of wildfires to long-term climate change oversimplifies complex natural events and fails to address the broader context. To truly understand these fires, we must consider history, meteorology…