New World Explorer

Something interesting about "bloody" Bloody has always been a very common part of Australian speech and has not been considered profane there for some time[when?]. The word was dubbed "the Australian adjective" by The Bulletin on 18 August 1894.

Warsaw, April 23 (Reuters) - Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Tuesday he would put the British defence industry on a war footing, announcing 10 billion pounds ($12.43 billion) of extra long-term funding for munitions in light of the war in Ukraine. "We will put the UK's own defence industry on a war footing. One of the central lessons of the war in Ukraine is that we need deeper stockpiles of munitions and for industry to be able to replenish them more quickly," Sunak said at a press conference in Poland alongside NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg. Earlier Sunak had warned of the increasing threat to global security but added: "We must not overstate the danger. We're not on the brink of war, and nor do we seek it."https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/pm-sunak-we-will-put-uk-defence-industry-war-footing-2024-04-23/

Something interesting: (Apparently Ukraine aid is economic boost for USA ) Here is the best-kept secret about U.S. military aid to Ukraine: Most of the money is being spent here in the United States. That’s right: Funds that lawmakers approve to arm Ukraine are not going directly to Ukraine but are being used stateside to build new weapons or to replace weapons sent to Kyiv from U.S. stockpiles. Of the $68 billion in military and related assistance Congress has approved since Russia invaded Ukraine, almost 90 percent is going to Americans, one analysis found.https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/11/29/ukraine-military-aid-american-economy-boost/

Maybe Michelle is family member? Lol 😂

Jehovah is including everybody and I believe there is full representation of variety when it comes to anointed ones. Think of it ... sisters cannot serve as elders or on GB right now, and yet some of our dear sisters will be powerful immortals there in heaven to whom even angels will not be equal. Those sisters in the future role as "priests and kings" will be teaching all of us and helping "us" to reach perfection. Jehovah is the best equalizer.

Vast majority of anointed ones come from Jewish backgrounds and Middle East backgrounds (thinking of first century) Then in our times some other regions were included. So it looks to me that ethnicity does not matter to Jehovah, but as long as person has humility and other important qualities they qualify for the role. Jehovah is called “Grand Instructor” so I am sure the anointed receive additional training and guidance in haven in relation to their duties as priests and kings. Ethnically does not matter, and including someone for the sake of ethnic representation is not the way things work with Jehovah. When they are in haven ethnicity will be lost, and then they become immortal powerful beings. But their personalities and spiritual qualities will be part of them even in haven. So the focus is on spiritual qualities when Jehovah makes the choice.

I don’t think so … tie in jacket seems to be required for more formal parts delivered to congregation during our meetings. Organising ministry is important but it does not fall under same category like Treasures, or Watchtower parts.

It looks like the 7th October changed the whole scenario of this world. From that date onwards escalations develop everyday. Things came to a head when Israel struck the consulate in Damascus and killed seven members of the country’s revolutionary guard. The Iranians responded on April 13 with an unprecedented – what many here call ‘historic’ – attack on Israel. They said the response was proportionate because no injuries were reported. Iranians said this was to create a new reality in the Middle East, and that this kind of “tit for tat” behaviour by Israel would no longer be tolerated. Israel, of course, said they would respond and whether that is what we are seeing unfold today is that response is too early to say. It highlights just how fragile and tense the situation is.https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/19/live-israel-launches-missile-attack-in-response-to-iran-assault

Never seen this in practice, but I saw respecting others and their decisions.. Also have noticed that some have rather strong opinions on the issue of defending "non vaccination", which have not seen with those who chose to be vaccinated. Opposition to vaccines should be personal matter, but yet is vocalized on forums, and personal conversations. (which I have experienced personally)

Yes indeed, and that could surprise us how the prophecy could be potentially realized. We expect certain definitive "marker" namely proclamation. But what if? big if? If the prophecy only points out to a time period when they will be "saying" about Peace and Security (as we see it now) And then suddenly attack on false religion comes during that period.(like a thief in the night) If this happens I wouldn't be surprised.

Prices will not go down .. well at least much. Supply lines are more expensive after pandemic, fuel too.. Airlines also are trying to recover after pandemic loss. (Some incurred debt) The price of crude oil went up significantly after pandemic... so airlines are passing increase onto customers, you and me. The political situation in Middle East has potential to impact crude oil prices even further.. If the cost of living wasn't high we wouldn't see the prices for flights that expensive. (it would be more reasonable to deal with it) In the past I was paying to fly to Europe around $1800 AUD, nowadays is around $2200 (if purchased at least 3 months ahead) My friends are flying to Greece for $1600 on Turkish Airlines in peak season in June.

Yesterday during daily media briefing US department clearly stated that Iran will not be allowed to have nuclear weapons. All opinions are on the table. He said diplomacy didn’t work … negotiations didn’t work. Iran is very very close to producing nuclear weapon. Israel also said Iran will not have those weapons … so it’s a matter of time before another huge escalation takes place in the Middle East.

Yes, but I wasn’t talking about our affordability… Food , electricity, gas and accommodation expenses went up significantly in comparison to flights increases. Yes, flights are more expensive… but the rest of “daily” living saw unprecedented levels of increases. I spend $40 more per week on petrol alone than before pandemic. Not to mention other things. The way aI see it … flights costs are reasonable if you book in advance. Affordability went down due to cost of living, and this is entirely different discussion.

Interesting analysis (unexpectedly balanced for mainstream CNN 🤣) https://edition.cnn.com/2024/04/15/middleeast/israel-options-retaliate-iran-attack-mideast-conflict-mime-intl/index.html

I will state something controversial here: Flights are cheap or at least affordable in comparison to food, electricity and petrol prices (cost of living) When I see flight to Europe (from Australia) for $2000 and just paid electricity bill and gas..food and petrol... I say wow...flights are not that expensive.