Hello,
We commence with unexpected comments from the COP28 President that surprised many attendees, setting the tone for our updates.
Jim Thorne shares his insightful outlook, complemented by David Rosenberg’s valuable recommendations in the following segments.
I also added an interview with Jim as well.
Shifting focus to real estate and mortgages, Steve Saretsky examines the current landscape and delves into the implications of Bill 44 in BC. A local developer voices concerns in a letter to the editor, highlighting the challenges faced in today’s construction environment.
Turning to investigative journalism, Sam Cooper provides an update on the high-profile RCMP case, and Barbara Kay commends a courageous teacher for her actions.
In the sports arena, the golfing world buzzes with discussions about Jon Rahm’s move to the LIV Tour, while a heartwarming clip features Tony Danza singing to Norman Lear on his 100th birthday. A nod to Norman Lear’s comedic legacy, especially through Archie Bunker, adds a touch of nostalgia.
Wishing you a delightful weekend
David
PS…for an added bonus, Bruce Dowbiggin wove in Taylor Swift, the CBC, Richard Nixon and Don Cherry and others in an epic Thursday column.
Taylor Made: Time ‘s 2023 Person With A Uterus Is A Cultural Swiftie
Number 1-COP28 president says there is “no science” behind demands for phase-out of fossil fuels
Exclusive: UAE’s Sultan Al Jaber says phase-out of coal, oil and gas would take world ‘back into caves’
Read in The Guardian https://apple.news/ABtmlFG7vQ5aPAWOLNkc72Q
Number 2-December Market Insights. 2024 Forecast.- Jim Thorne
Investors are urged to challenge biases and recognize potential in innovative companies. They are advised to keep an eye on how demographics shape social and investment norms. The forecast concludes with the belief that the U.S., driven by its spirit of change and innovation, is a good bet for the future, and we might see rates below 2% in 2025.
December Market Insights by Dr. James Thorne – 2024 Forecast
Number 6-Greedy everybody: Housing costs in Victoria
Victoria Times Colonist (nice to have a small developer explain what happens when commies take over)
https://www.timescolonist.com/opinion/comment-greedy-everybody-housing-costs-in-victoria-7930335
Number 7-First Meeting Files: Inside Project Ace's interview with the RCMP mole
On September 12, 2019, RCMP detectives confronted the force’s Director of Intelligence
http://First Meeting Files: Inside Project Ace’s interview with the RCMP mole (thebureau.news)
In an extraordinary eight-hour interview detectives from Project Ace matched wits against Canada’s Director General of police intelligence, a Chinese cyberspace expert who had tight relationships with Mountie brass.
Number 8-The ANC has betrayed Nelson Mandela-UnHerd
Ten years after his death, South Africa faces its Venezuela Moment
Number 10-Tony Danza Performs at Norman Lear's 100th Birthday Celebration
we come across some unexpected things…..who would have thunk it
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfxZYvpdmK0
Tony Danza performing, “I Don’t Remember Ever Growing Up,” a song written by Artie Butler at Norman Lear’s 100th Birthday
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