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The scoop on social media for influencers, lobbyists, budding politicians and civilians with a stake in the Swamp's trending issues.
Drowning in Data, Starving for Truth
We were promised a revolution. The internet, we were told, would democratize knowledge—bring the wisdom of the world to our fingertips and make us more intelligent, more informed, and more connected than any generation before. But something went wrong. Because despite living in the most information-rich era in human history, we're not more informed—we're more distracted, misled, and divided than ever before.
By Robert Lacy8 months ago in The Swamp
What Happened to True Journalism? A Nation Starved of Truth
There was a time when journalism carried the weight of the republic—tasked with uncovering what was hidden, holding the powerful accountable, and speaking for those who couldn't. It wasn't perfect, but it was respected. The press said, and the country listened.
By Robert Lacy8 months ago in The Swamp
Mental Health Is Not a Weapon
We say we want to destigmatize mental health to create a space where people can speak openly, seek help without shame, and be heard with compassion. But if you look closer, you'll see a very different trend emerging. Mental health isn't always treated as a concern to be addressed. Increasingly, it's being used as a weapon.
By Robert Lacy8 months ago in The Swamp
Miguna Miguna: Daughter, Real Name, Net Worth, Wife, Education, Age & More
Miguna Miguna is no ordinary lawyer. To some, he’s a fierce political firebrand; to others, a controversial figure whose boldness has earned him both admirers and critics. From his roots in Canada to the heart of Kenya’s political battlefield, Miguna’s journey is marked by sharp legal acumen, fiery speeches, and a relentless fight for justice.
By Marveline Merab8 months ago in The Swamp
Face Filters and Fake Fame: Is Identity Still Real Online?
By 2025, your face may not be your face. Open Instagram or TikTok, and the chances are that the person smiling back at you is wearing a filter, perhaps simply softened the skin, or perhaps a completely refurbished nose, larger eyes, and a pixel-sculpted jaw line. In a world where beauty is generated algorithmically and validation comes in the form of visions and likes, the line between authenticity and illusion is not just blurry is disappearing.
By Sathish Kumar 8 months ago in The Swamp
Eddy Oketch: Age, Education, Career & More
Eddy Oketch’s journey isn’t your typical rise to success. What started as a passion for academics took a surprising turn, leading him down a path filled with unexpected opportunities and challenges. Today, he stands out not just for his achievements but for the story behind them—a tale of resilience, adaptability, and the kind of grit that turns detours into defining moments.
By Marveline Merab8 months ago in The Swamp
X (Twitter) Back Online After Global Outage What Really Happened and Why It Matters
X (Twitter) Back Online After Global Outage What Really Happened and Why It Matters On the morning of May 24/2025 something strange happened a silence that felt louder than any noise. For millions around the globe, the app formerly known as Twitter now simply called X stopped working. No notifications no timelines no DMs. Just an eerie stillness on a platform known for its unrelenting buzz. The outage wasn’t just a technical hiccup it was a jolt to the modern digital soul. People from New York to New Delhi from Berlin to Jakarta suddenly found themselves cut off from a tool that for better or worse has become one of the world’s digital nerve centers. But now X is back. And while services have been restored the ripple effects of the outage remain worth examining both from a technical and human point of view.
By Adnan Rasheed8 months ago in The Swamp
Viral Truth or Poison?
In the quiet town of Noorpur, where mornings began with the soft call to prayer and evenings ended with the clink of teacups and gentle laughter, peace was not just a habit—it was a way of life. The residents trusted each other, knew their neighbors by name, and lived like an extended family. But one chilly Monday morning, that harmony shattered with the ping of a notification.
By Motivational story8 months ago in The Swamp
X (Twitter) Down Worldwide: Latest Live Updates Causes and Impact on Millions Day 2 Outage Explained
X (Twitter) Down Worldwide: Latest Live Updates Causes and Impact on Millions Day 2 Outage Explained For a platform that has become the digital heartbeat of real time global conversations the prolonged outage of X (formerly Twitter) has left millions around the world feeling digitally stranded. As of May 24/2025 X is still grappling with major service interruptions marking the second consecutive day of instability affecting both casual users and businesses alike. But this isn’t just about a social media platform going dark. It’s about disrupted connections, silenced voices and a pause in the way we share inform and engage. The disruptions reportedly began late Thursday evening. What initially seemed like a minor hiccup quickly escalated into a widespread outage by Friday morning. From the U.S to Europe India to Australia users experienced trouble logging in, sending direct messages and viewing content on their timelines. For a platform used by over half a billion people globally the breakdown wasn’t just noticeable it was deafening. Platforms like Downdetector which track online service disruptions registered a spike in complaints early Friday with tens of thousands of user reports pouring in. The most commonly reported issues included being automatically logged out facing rate limit errors and an inability to post or view content.
By Adnan Rasheed8 months ago in The Swamp
Norway Cargo Ship Crash 2025: Human Error Shocking Impact & What It Means for Maritime Safety
Norway Cargo Ship Crash 2025: Human Error Shocking Impact & What It Means for Maritime Safety On the quiet morning of May 22/2025 the peaceful coastal village of Byneset near Trondheim Norway woke up to an unimaginable sight a 443-foot cargo ship lodged in someone’s backyard. For locals used to misty fjords chirping seabirds and the calm rhythm of Norwegian village life the sudden arrival of a steel giant was nothing short of surreal. But beyond the headlines and aerial footage that quickly circled the globe this incident is about much more than a ship crash. It’s about people responsibility trust and the thin line between routine and disaster. Johan Helberg a retired fisherman who’s lived his entire life in Byneset was asleep in his home just meters from the coastline. He awoke not to the thunder of crashing metal or a blaring alarm but to the doorbell. It was my neighbor Johan later recounted to a local news station. He said You have a ship in your garden.’ I thought he was joking. Stepping out into the cold morning air, Johan was greeted by the imposing steel bow of a massive container vessel the NCL Salten wedged just five meters from his front door. The ship had plowed through the shallow shore, breaking through the silence like a colossal mechanical beast.
By Adnan Rasheed8 months ago in The Swamp
