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GameStop (GME) Stock. AI-Generated.
GameStop (GME) stock has remained one of the most talked-about assets in the market ever since its historic short squeeze in early 2021. With retail investors, hedge funds, and regulatory bodies keeping a close eye on its movements, GME continues to be a fascinating case study in market dynamics. As we step into 2025, what does the future hold for GameStop’s stock, and is it still a viable investment?
By Trend Vantage10 months ago in The Swamp
Why Was Rumeysa Ozturk Arrested? The Full Story Behind the Tufts Student’s Detention
Rumeysa Ozturk, a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University, was unexpectedly detained by U.S. immigration authorities while on her way to an iftar meal in Somerville, Massachusetts. The dramatic arrest, caught on video, has sparked widespread protests and raised serious concerns about academic freedom, immigration policies, and civil liberties. But why was she arrested? What led to this shocking incident? Let’s break down the full story behind her detention.
By Bevy Osuos10 months ago in The Swamp
It’s not Red Pill ideology that courses through the veins of 'Adolescence', but a banal criminological reality . Content Warning.
The conclusion that mainstream media has drawn about Netflix’s Adolescence – its ostensibly menacing commentary on toxic masculinity – is much like the prevailing sentiment that animates the social media sphere whenever a stirring legal case is brought to the fore of public consciousness: at once impassioned and sorely misguided.
By Brandon Lever10 months ago in The Swamp
When did we elect sadists and cowards into office?
I knew Trump 2.0 would be bad, but I didn’t expect America to turn into Hogwarts under Dolores Umbridge overnight. The new Trump administration is full of sycophants and sadistic loyalists. Congressional Republicans are following orders like they’re preparing for the Nuremberg trials. Meanwhile, Democrats are still in a state of shock and disbelief after they lost the election.
By Hayden Searcy10 months ago in The Swamp
Why Donald Trump and Elon Musk's Grand Plan Would Never Work as Much as Donald Promised
Holy crap! On one hand, kudos to you Mr. President. On the other, what were you thinking? I remember the last time I uttered those words about Donald J. Trump. He was still the 45th president, it was January 6th, and even as a poor Illinoisian who would never have gone to Washington D.C. that week after seeing the days of alerts, I knew that what he said was poorly chosen.
By Jason Ray Morton 10 months ago in The Swamp
Children of a Common Mother, What Happened? . Content Warning.
I was born in Canada, and despite travelling around the globe and considering moving to different parts of the world at various points, I will stay in Canada. I will share a few basic thoughts on why the unfortunate mess is raging with our closest neighbours.
By Bruce Curle `10 months ago in The Swamp
There is more than meets the eye in El Salvador.
Pacific Ocean beaches, volcanoes, coffee farms, Mayan Ruins. There is more than meets the eye with El Salvador. Human rights violations, U.S. deportations, Venezuelans, "the world's coolest dictator," and an American King. Typically, when you search online for a Central American country, you get a bunch of images of beautiful beaches, jungles, and travel options. Right now, you get a bunch of political news stories about jails in El Salvador and where our self-declared king is threatening to send people. The new relationship between the United States and El Salvador marks a turning point in our history. This isn't just about jails and immigration policies. This is a clear indication of the direction we are headed in. We aren’t sailing into a storm. We're already in one, and we're hanging on for dear life.
By Hayden Searcy10 months ago in The Swamp
The Blatant Disrespect of a Baseball Legend
Just a fair warning that I'm going to go on a bit of a rant. Recently, I ran into a story online that I wanted to talk about. As a baseball fan, I couldn't let what I'm about to say go. It was about an article mentioning the late, great Jackie Robinson's time in the Army deleted from the Department of Defense's website. In case you're not up to speed about what's behind this, President Trump signed an executive order to purge DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs from the U.S. Government. This was one of his campaign promises. That means erasing any mention of Black, Indigenous, and LGBTQ+ figures who came before us. When asked for the reason behind this move, Pentagon press secretary John Ullyot stated it was done to stop what he called "Woke cultural Marxism." The Pentagon claimed that everyone at the Defense Department respected Jackie Robinson, which I didn't buy one bit. If they truly respected him, the article about him serving in the Army wouldn't have been deleted. This was 100% a racially motivated move on their part.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 10 months ago in The Swamp
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Public Service Loan Forgiveness. A program that every public school teacher should apply for and have their student loans forgiven, especially educators who work at a Title 1 schools (80% of the school’s student population derives from low-income families). The Biden Administration began a program to make this a reality for many educators and student loan borrowers. Our current administration revoked it and released a new executive order regarding loan forgiveness (see below for the executive order).
By Iris Harris10 months ago in The Swamp
Mysterious Meteor in Karachi: Islamic and Global Views
Meteor in Karachi and What Does It Mean? Introduction In the early hours of March 17, 2025, the skies over Karachi were illuminated by a spectacular meteor. Residents from various parts of the city, including Nazimabad, North Nazimabad, and Orangi Town, witnessed the rare celestial event as a bright, blazing meteor streaked across the night sky. Videos of the meteor quickly spread across social media, sparking widespread curiosity and amazement. This rare event has not only generated excitement among astronomers and space enthusiasts but also raised questions about its significance in religious and cultural contexts.
By Madi Speaks10 months ago in The Swamp
