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.
Quirky Behaviors Caused By 'The System' and 10 Solutions
Please, allow me to go on some Andy Rooney-esque rants to explain some quirks to living under a rotten system (and if you wish to see the less rant-oriented "solutions" part of this text, just scroll down and you'll see the list).
By Wade Wainio8 months ago in The Swamp
"12 Suspicious Tenders in Kavaja: Case Reopened by SPAK, Elvis Roshi at the Center"
A case closed without a suspect, a criminal report for “abuse of office” shelved for over seven years, and a political figure who survived thanks to institutional silence. This week, in a surprising turn of events, the Special Anti-Corruption Court has brought back to life the file on the suspicious tenders in the Municipality of Kavaja, giving SPAK (Special Anti-Corruption Structure) the green light to launch a fresh investigation.
By E verteta.al8 months ago in The Swamp
Is the World Preparing for a Third World War?
A Dangerous Time for the World We are living in a time of great uncertainty. Across the world, political tension, war, and hatred are rising. Some experts and ordinary people alike are starting to ask a very serious question: Is the world preparing for a third world war?
By Zakir Ullah8 months ago in The Swamp
The Great Depression:
Introduction The Great Depression was a significant and harrowing chapter in American history, reshaping the economy, society, and government. It serves as a stark reminder of how interconnected our financial systems are and how the decisions we make today can echo through time. Alarmingly, many of the factors that contributed to the Great Depression are resurfacing in our current climate. This essay will highlight the causes of the Great Depression and draw parallels to contemporary issues, including government deregulation, corruption, the glorification of wealth, and the rise of exclusionary purity movements. With only 4 years away from the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the Great Depression, it behoves us to take a serious sociopolitical look at the parallels of today that have us headed unavoidably to our next one.
By Meko James 8 months ago in The Swamp
🇺🇸🇨🇳 Trump Announces Second Round of U.S.–China Trade Talks Set for London Next Week
A New Chapter in the Trade Saga Former President Donald Trump has announced that the second round of U.S.–China trade negotiations will be held in London on Monday, June 9, 2025. This follows a surprising but constructive 90-minute phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, signaling renewed willingness to stabilize one of the world’s most strained economic relationships.
By Saboor Brohi 8 months ago in The Swamp
Fines Without Fault: How Albanian Citizens Are Being Penalized by a Silent System
Fined Without Reason — And No One Tells You Imagine waking up one day to find out you've been fined for speeding on a road you've never driven. Or for illegal parking in a city you've never visited. Now imagine that no one ever told you about it—until it’s too late to challenge it.
By E verteta.al8 months ago in The Swamp
Poe Vices
Introducing Poe ‘Vices: Life Advice You Definitely Didn’t Ask For or Need. From chaos gremlin to cosmic counsellor, Poe (The infinite, scream-Beam) is now solving your deepest problems with her signature style: shouting, biting things, and chicken, obvs. Fools.
By River and Celia in Underland 8 months ago in The Swamp
Trump and Musk’s Explosive Rift Shakes Political and Business Worlds
In a clash that’s rattling both Washington and Wall Street, President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk have gone from political allies to bitter opponents in a public feud erupting with personal jabs, policy disputes, and financial threats.
By arafat chowdhury8 months ago in The Swamp
Trump Travel Ban 2.0: Major Crackdown Hits 19 Countries
President Donald Trump reignited a controversial pillar of his previous administration on Wednesday, unveiling a sweeping travel ban that affects citizens from a combined 19 countries. The new policy, which will go into effect at 12:01 a.m. Monday, prohibits entry from 12 nations outright and imposes strict limitations on travelers from seven others.
By arafat chowdhury8 months ago in The Swamp
