politics
Politics does not dictate our collective cultural mindset as much as it simply reflects it; We've got to look in the mirror sometimes, and we've got one.
Tanking
Introduction Every day, I see memes and posts telling me Trump and Farage's popularity ratings are tanking, and the Tories are a spent party. In the USA, the GOP are still in power, the Democrats are generally in the pockets of big money, same in the UK with the Labour Party.
By Mike Singleton đź’ś Mikeydred - EBA2 months ago in The Swamp
Open To Debate Podcast: Chip Wars, Altruism
Open To Debate won Best Podcast Of The Year for the Ear Worthy Awards in August. It is the nation’s only nonpartisan, debate-driven media organization dedicated to bringing together multiple viewpoints for a constructive, balanced, and respectful exchange of ideas. Open to Debate is a platform for intellectually curious and open-minded individuals to engage with others who hold opposing views on complex issues.
By Frank Racioppi2 months ago in The Swamp
Oil, Defence and Geopolitics: Why Vladimir Putin is Visiting Modi in Delhi. AI-Generated.
As the world watches shifting alliances and rising geopolitical tensions, the upcoming visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to India — scheduled for December 4–5, 2025 — has grabbed global headlines. The summit with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is more than a diplomatic courtesy. It is a strategic maneuver by both Moscow and New Delhi aimed at recalibrating their ties across energy, defence, trade, and global geopolitics. Here’s why this visit matters — and what’s at stake.
By Fiaz Ahmed Brohi2 months ago in The Swamp
“My Heart Breaks Every Time I'm Called a Hero” – The Pain Behind a Hong Kong Fire Survivor’s Story. AI-Generated.
Surviving a tragedy is often seen as a miracle. People celebrate the survivors, call them courageous, and hold them up as symbols of hope. But for many who escape disaster, the emotional truth is far more complicated. One such story comes from Hong Kong, where a fire survivor has spoken out about the weight of being labeled a hero. His words—“My heart breaks every time I’m called a hero”—offer a powerful insight into the hidden struggles of trauma, grief, and survivor’s guilt.
By Fiaz Ahmed Brohi2 months ago in The Swamp
The Cracks in the Coalition: Inside the Unraveling of Trump’s Once-Unstoppable Alliance
When Donald Trump descended that now-legendary golden escalator inside Trump Tower on June 16th, 2015, he launched what most pundits assumed would be a doomed vanity campaign. What followed, of course, was anything but. Trump assembled one of the most unusual political coalitions in modern American history: Rust Belt factory workers and Wall Street donors, rural evangelicals and suburban business owners, border hawks and free-market Republicans. Groups that historically regarded each other with suspicion—or outright hostility—somehow found themselves voting in the same direction.
By Lawrence Lease2 months ago in The Swamp
“Kill Everybody”: The Double-Tap Scandal Rocking Washington—and Why the World Is Paying Attention
For a story involving two words, the political fallout has been seismic. According to a bombshell Washington Post investigation, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allegedly issued a verbal command on September 2nd that may go down as the most consequential utterance of his career—and perhaps the most dangerous for America’s global standing.
By Lawrence Lease2 months ago in The Swamp
🇺🇸 Trump’s New Mass Deportation Plan — Is America Entering a Political Firestorm?
🟥 Introduction — A Country on Edge America is once again standing at a crossroads. With rising crime incidents linked (fairly or unfairly) to undocumented migrants, political divisions widening, and the 2026 elections approaching, Donald Trump has unveiled a sweeping “Mass Deportation Plan.”
By Filmon Ke Raaz | Movie Mysteries Explained2 months ago in The Swamp
Royal Navy’s Crewless Helicopter Set for First Flight. AI-Generated.
A Breakthrough Moment in Maritime Innovation The Royal Navy is preparing to take a historic step as its new crewless helicopter—designed to transform maritime operations—moves closer to its first official flight. This cutting-edge aircraft represents one of the most significant advancements in naval aviation in decades, blending automation, advanced surveillance tools, and artificial intelligence to create a machine capable of performing high-risk missions without endangering human pilots.
By Fiaz Ahmed Brohi2 months ago in The Swamp
Trump Says He Does Not Want Somalis in the US as ICE Plans Minnesota Operation. AI-Generated.
In a week already filled with political tension, former U.S. President Donald Trump once again drew national attention by stating that he “does not want Somalis in the United States.” The comment—made during a public appearance—immediately triggered reactions from immigrant communities, human-rights advocates, and political analysts across the country. Alongside this developing controversy, reports surfaced that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is planning a major enforcement operation in Minnesota, a state home to one of the largest Somali-American populations.
By Fiaz Ahmed Brohi2 months ago in The Swamp
Driver Hoisted to Safety After Truck Dangles Over West Virginia Bridge. AI-Generated.
When a routine drive becomes a brush with death, it leaves behind a story that captures the world’s attention. That is exactly what happened in West Virginia, where a shocking rescue unfolded after a truck ended up dangling off the edge of a bridge, leaving the driver trapped inside and fighting for life. The dramatic operation, led by firefighters and rescue crews, has since gone viral — not only for its intensity, but also for the courage displayed by the responders who refused to give up.
By Fiaz Ahmed Brohi2 months ago in The Swamp
