Nicholas Bishop
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I am a freelance writer currently writing for Blasting News and HubPages. I mainly write about politics. But have and will cover all subjects when the need arises.
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Anthony Albanese: Ban on Social Media for Teens.
For a long time, I have felt there should be a ban on young people under 16 having access to social media. One Australian advocate and supporter, Wayne Holdsworth, lost his son due to malicious events on social media. Mr. Holdsworth described the ban as "As a start". Mr. Holdsworth became an age restriction advocate after losing his son, as described. Mr. Holdsworth is not the only one backing the ban. Many Australian families have also backed Prime Minister Albanese's ban. I think from a moral point of view, it is a good thing. However, as Mr. Albanese has pointed out, "It will not be easy".
By Nicholas Bishopabout a month ago in The Swamp
Radoslaw Sikorski: Responds to Musk.
Elon Musk, tech billionaire, entrepreneur, and would-be Martian, posted derogatory comments about the European Union. Even displaying the EU flag with a Swastika in the middle of the European Stars, calling the European Union "The Fourth Reich". Musk thinks the EU should be abolished and there should be a looser association of member countries. Musk believes that EU regulations stop freedom of speech.
By Nicholas Bishopabout a month ago in The Swamp
Not in Education, Not in Employment, Not in Training: Neets.
From 2026, the government will be introducing a new programme supposed to help 16-24 year olds into work. There have been, under various governments of the past, both Conservative and Labour, similar schemes that allegedly help youngsters into work. One remembers the YTS scheme or Youth Training Scheme of the 1980s. This programme was delivered by Margaret Thatcher, and young people were given work placements in various fields. 16 - 24 year olds back then received £25.00 a week, which in those days was a lot of money. Of course, by today's standards, that is peanuts. I was part of this programme, and I cannot say it helped me. However, other people's experiences may differ from that time.
By Nicholas Bishopabout a month ago in The Swamp
Farage: Will He, Won't He?
Nigel Farage has said publicly he would never do a deal with Kemi Badenoch's Conservative Party. The reason he gives is that he feels betrayed by the Conservative Party. Boris Johnson won the 2019 general election, and the Brexit Party (now Reform UK) stood down candidates in order for the Conservatives to win seats. Farage backed Boris because Johnson said he was going to get "Brexit done", as Farage wanted to get Brexit done too. However, Johnson's Brexit deal wasn't the deal that Farage signed up for. Hence, Farage said publicly, "No deal with the Conservatives"!!!
By Nicholas Bishopabout a month ago in The Swamp
Female Violence on Men.
You hear much about the violence against women in various forms, and rightly so. Women statistically are more likely to be victims of violence by men than the other way round. However, there is underreported violence against men by women. Most men, because of the macho, silverback culture that males are told and brought up in, are afraid to report violence by their female partner. When men are told to man up, most men are scared of ridicule by other males when they report violence by women. So, consequently, men live in a world where they appease their female abuser.
By Nicholas Bishopabout a month ago in Men
Trump: What's He Planning?
Who would have thought the US would be facing another moustachioed dictator who looks alarmingly like Saddam? But there you go, folks, history has a way of repeating itself. Long accused of being a drug lord and giving the US the middle finger, Nicolas Maduro has been a thorn in the side of the US. The first Trump administration tried to replace him with a Venezuelan candidate more to their liking. However, for whatever reason, it didn't come off, and Maduro remained in power.
By Nicholas Bishopabout a month ago in The Swamp
Flee to Russia!!
Imagine going to a country to live on a 3-month visa issued by Vlad "The Invader" Putin. Yes, that's right, folks, the Russian leader issued 3-month stay visas for people fleeing persecution as they see it. You would think who would feel persecuted in so-called liberal Western democracies?
By Nicholas Bishop2 months ago in The Swamp
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz: Friendly Rivalry.
Not since the days of Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe have two players been head and shoulders above their rivals. We are talking about Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. One an Italian and one a Spaniard. Alcaraz looks like what most people think a Spaniard should look like. In contrast, Sinner lives down the dark-haired Italian Al Pacino trope. Regardless of outward appearance, both men are respectful to each other. Unlike other angry, alpha-male rivalries in the world of sport or anywhere else, these two are combative on the court but humble and respectful towards each other after. This is a rare quality in both men in today's highly aggressive and fast- paced world. Both men are role models not only for their fans but for the world in general.
By Nicholas Bishop2 months ago in Journal
Ukrainian Refugee Wins Sumo Tournament.
When Russia invaded Ukraine, many Ukrainians fled. One Ukrainian fled to Japan and at 21 became a Sumo champion. Little did Danylo Yavhusishyn know that his path to Japan would take him to the heights of Sumo wrestling. At first, Sumo wrestling can seem a little odd. Two overweight men are grappling to get the other one out of the ring. Of course, that is to make light of this traditional style of Japanese wrestling as opposed to Western wrestling. Athletes need to eat a special diet and train to get to the size this combat sport requires.
By Nicholas Bishop2 months ago in The Swamp
Shabana Mahmood: Getting Tough on Migrants?
You may recall another article I wrote where the British Labour government was following Denmark's way of dealing with illegal migrants/immigrants. Mette Frederiksen, the Danish PM, was facing the same problem that Sir Keir Starmer is facing now. That is, right-wing parties were accusing the Danish government, the equivalent of the British Labour Party, of doing little or nothing to stop the flow of foreigners into Denmark. So what did she do? Ms. Frederiksen came down hard on migrants seeking asylum in Denmark. She enacted policies that deterred migrants from coming to Denmark. Deportations and other anti migrant policies got results in real time. This took the wind out of the sails of her political opponents.
By Nicholas Bishop2 months ago in The Swamp
YouTubers Highlight How Europe Has Fallen.
Lately, I have taken to watching videos of random people, so-called "YouTubers", walking around the major towns and cities of Europe. People like Charlie Veitch, the Dutch Travel Maniac, and Kurt Caz walk through dystopian places. Places that have long ago given up the ghost of investment. Where buildings are boarded up, businesses closed down, people sleep on the streets, people addicted to drugs like spice stand like zombies, foreigners of every stripe hang out, and people openly argue on the street.
By Nicholas Bishop2 months ago in Wander
Trump Pauses Tariffs.
President Trump waxed lyrical about wanting Americans to buy American goods. Trump, during his first term and 2.0 now, threatened everyone with tariffs. China, China, China, was and is a mantra for the Orange One. Trump probably sleep talks those words too. In Trump's mind, all the ills of the world are China's fault. If it rains or if Trump slips in the shower, President Xi masterminded it. Just like Trump's buddy Bibi Netanyahu blames Hamas for this and Hamas for that. These two guys really need to get a life and find a hobby.
By Nicholas Bishop2 months ago in The Swamp
