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Let's be clear: no one is smashing up Russian delis over the war in the Ukraine. No one is burning down Chinese restaurants over the treatment the Chicoms hand out to Uhygurs, who are rounded up and put in concentration camps. That's because human beings are moral hypocrites, cowards, and they want the easy adulation and back-patting of being on the "right side of history," a phrase they love just as much as they love to throw around the word, "genocide." Just recently, though, an Israeli restaurant in Australia was attacked and smashed, and someone tried to burn down a synagogue with people still inside.
By Tom Baker7 months ago in The Swamp
From Inspiration to Isolation
In Lahore, where I watch global news unfold, the images from Gaza—shattered homes, grieving families—stream relentlessly on social media. As a Pakistani observer, I see not just a humanitarian catastrophe but a crisis for America’s global standing. The U.S., long a beacon of moral leadership, risks losing its credibility by contradicting its values with its actions.
By Zeeshan Ali7 months ago in The Swamp
Investors traded a record $6.6 trillion worth of stock in the first half of 2025
In the first half of 2025, "Global Stock Trading Hits Record $6.6 Trillion" Global stock markets witnessed an unprecedented surge in activity in the first half of 2025, as total trading volumes soared to a record \$6.6 trillion. This milestone, the highest half-year figure in history, reflects heightened investor engagement driven by a mix of economic optimism, technological advancements, and a new wave of retail participation reshaping the financial landscape.
By GLOBAL NEWS7 months ago in The Swamp
Why Independence Day Feels More Funeral Dirge Than Celebration This Year
There’s a heaviness in the air this Fourth of July, and it’s not just the wildfire smoke, supply chain shortages, or the inflation-devoured hot dogs. It’s the somber realization that we’re not celebrating freedom anymore—we’re clinging to the idea of it like a memory fading in real time.
By Jeff Olen7 months ago in The Swamp
Missing Activist Ndiang'ui Kinyagia Resurfaces Amidst Legal Showdown
Nairobi, Kenya - The perplexing disappearance and dramatic reappearance of IT expert and digital commentator Ndiang'ui Kinyagia has gripped Kenya, sparking widespread debate about civil liberties, the role of security agencies, and the power of public outcry. Kinyagia, who was reported missing on June 21, 2025, resurfaced on July 3, 2025, at the Milimani Law Courts, where a High Court order effectively barred police from arresting him, at least for the moment.
By Tallgirl7 months ago in The Swamp
Kenya's Recent Challenges and Enduring Resilience
Kenya, a vibrant East African nation often seen as a beacon of stability and progress, has recently found itself navigating a complex confluence of events that have tested its resolve and highlighted both its internal vulnerabilities and its crucial regional role. The aftermath of a protracted doctors' strike, the tragic death of the nation's military chief in a helicopter crash, and Kenya's ongoing efforts to mediate peace in neighboring South Sudan have dominated national discourse, painting a vivid picture of a country grappling with domestic challenges while upholding its international responsibilities.
By Tallgirl7 months ago in The Swamp
Linguistically, Zohran Mamdani is being Framed
As an independent analyst of neurolinguistic programming and its use in news media, I’ve observed a noticeable shift in the coverage of Zohran Mamdani after his victory in the Democratic Party primary for New York City mayor.
By Scott Christenson🌴7 months ago in The Swamp
Johnson pushes to get House GOP holdouts to back tax bill
**Johnson Pushes to Get House GOP Holdouts to Back Tax Bill** House Speaker Mike Johnson is intensifying efforts to rally support among Republican holdouts in the House of Representatives as the GOP attempts to pass a significant tax package. The bill, which has been a priority for House Republicans, includes extensions of business tax breaks, increases in the child tax credit, and measures aimed at economic growth. However, internal party divisions have threatened its passage, with several conservative members withholding their support.
By GLOBAL NEWS7 months ago in The Swamp
The Stolen Seats: How PTI Was Sidelined
In Pakistan’s February 2024 elections, millions voted for candidates backed by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). However, PTI could not use its well-known “cricket bat” election symbol. The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) said the party missed the deadline for its internal polls and classified PTI candidates as independents.
By Muhammad Adil7 months ago in The Swamp
Navigating Competing Priorities in the Senate's Tax Debate
As President Donald Trump's ambitious "Big, Beautiful Bill" landed in the Senate, the Republican Party finds itself at a critical juncture, grappling with a complex web of internal divisions and competing demands. What began as a seemingly unified push for comprehensive tax reform has evolved into a legislative gauntlet, revealing deep ideological rifts and pragmatic concerns within the GOP ranks. The bill, a sprawling collection of tax breaks, spending cuts, and national security initiatives, is intended to make permanent many of the tax cuts from Trump's first term, alongside new proposals that aim to reshape the American economic landscape. However, the path to passage is proving to be anything but smooth, with the looming July 4th deadline amplifying the pressure on Republican leadership.
By Tallgirl7 months ago in The Swamp
Escaping Atlantis: The Human Rights Approach (Part VI)
This article is Part VI of an investigative series about climate migration. For Part V of Escaping Atlantis, click here. Close The Border.
By DJ Nuclear Winter7 months ago in The Swamp
“The July Revolution 2024: A New Dawn That Shook Bangladesh”
In July 2024, Bangladesh experienced a watershed moment. What started out as a protest by students turned into a national call for justice. The “July Revolution” wasn’t just another movement—it was the awakening of a nation’s suppressed hopes. With youthful leaders at the helm and a united chorus of “justice, not the state,” this was a moment when courage lit the way forward.
By kaykobad7 months ago in The Swamp