A Yakut woman's viral claim that graves in Yakutsk’s Magan Cemetery were destroyed sparks sharp debate. Ed Scarce reveals conflicting stories and official denials amid confusion over a military cemetery beautification project. The truth remains unclear—see the full story. Read more: https://crooksandliars.com/2025/09/russia-cemeteries-special-military #EdScarce #Yakutsk #MaganCemetery #cemeterycontroversy #socialmedia #Russia #NorthMilitaryDistrict
Russia Bulldozing Cemeteries Of 'Heroes'

In Yakutsk, a woman came to visit the grave of her brother only to find the site levelled with a grader.

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Wildfire restrictions in Nova Scotia spark manufactured outrage, reveals Ed Scarce. American-owned media, led by Trump ally-controlled Postmedia, amplify dissent over fire bans meant for public safety. A fined protester is miscast as a hero by rightwing outlets, exposing media's powerful role in shaping narratives. Full story: https://crooksandliars.com/2025/08/manufactured-outrage-over-nova-scotia #EdScarce #NovaScotia #wildfires #media #Postmedia #rightwing #civilrights #manufacturedoutrage
Manufactured Outrage Over Nova Scotia Wildfire Restrictions

"A Nova Scotia man who intentionally violated the province’s ban on entering the woods says he plans to fight his $28,000 fine."

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Hostility erupts at Rep. Doug LaMalfa’s first town hall in eight years, as 1,000 Californians voice fury over Trump tariffs and immigration policies harming farmers. Booed and interrupted, LaMalfa faced calls for impeachment amid distrust and anger over his stances and January 6th views. See Ed Scarce’s report for full story: https://crooksandliars.com/2025/08/republicans-town-hall-goes-pear-shaped #EdScarce #DougLaMalfa #TownHall #CaliforniaPolitics #Farmers #TrumpTariffs #ImmigrationPolicy #ConstituentAnger
Republican's Town Hall Goes Pear-Shaped Fast

Rep. Doug LaMalfa's (CA-01) first town hall in eight years at the local Elk Lodge in Chico did not go as planned.

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