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The Bondi Stabbings: how misogyny motivated a psychotic attack. Content Warning.
The Sydney Bondi Westfield shopping mall is one I know extremely well as I live ten minutes away. I would end up in there for an hour or two each week because my physiotherapist is nearby. Since my partner and I sustained life-changing injuries in a fatal tour bus crash, I would, after physio, as my partner had her treatment, walk slowly and cautiously around the mall. I suffer PTSD from the crash; so, crowds and crowded places, loud noise, are enough to cause a panic attack. Slowly, unknowingly, this shopping mall became a safe space for me. I would shuffle around, buy Pokémon cards, Squishmallows to rest my broken back on, and the occasional coffee and cookie combination. I made friends with a few of the store workers. The injuries from the crash left me socially isolated, I can’t do what I did before, I have chronic pain: the crash was life-changing. It is odd to say, but on reflection, the shopping mall became a haven for me; a place to get a little treat after painful physio sessions. On Saturday, 13 April 2024, when I heard the news of the murders, I had a devastating panic attack.
By Josh Clements8 months ago in The Swamp
TikTok Down: Users Flood Social Media With Complaints as App Stops Working
In the age of digital dominance, where scrolling through TikTok has become second nature to millions, even a temporary disruption can feel like a major event. On [Insert Date], TikTok users across the globe found themselves unexpectedly logged out, frozen on loading screens, or unable to refresh their feeds. The popular video-sharing app experienced widespread technical issues, sparking frustration, confusion, and even humor as users took to other platforms to express their concern.
By AlaTrend8 months ago in The Swamp
Why Donald Trump’s Visit to Abu Dhabi Matters Now. AI-Generated.
On the morning of May 15, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump landed in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. His sudden, low-profile visit has captured the world’s attention. This trip isn’t just about diplomacy—it may carry deeper political and business meanings.
By Nouman wali8 months ago in The Swamp
Massive Chemical Warehouse Fire Near Seville Sparks.
A massive fire erupted at a chemical products warehouse in southern Spain on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, sending thick black smoke billowing over the city of Seville and forcing nearly 80,000 residents to shelter indoors. The blaze, which broke out at the La Red industrial park in Alcalá de Guadaíra 16 kilometers southeast of Seville triggered fears of toxic fumes and prompted a swift emergency response across the region.
By AB C8 months ago in The Swamp
" Trump returns to Riyadh "
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — May 2025 In a move that has captured international attention, former U.S. President Donald J. Trump made a high-profile visit to Saudi Arabia in May 2025, reigniting discussions about U.S. foreign policy, global diplomacy, and the evolving relationship between Washington and Riyadh. The visit, his first since leaving the White House, was marked by both symbolism and substance, offering insights into Trump's ongoing political influence and his vision for America's role in the Middle East.
By Kaleem Ullah8 months ago in The Swamp
Qatar Airways Signs Historic Deal with Boeing for Up to 210 Jets During Trump Visit. AI-Generated.
Qatar Airways Signs Historic Deal with Boeing for Up to 210 Jets During Trump Visit In a landmark move that solidifies growing economic ties between the United States and Qatar, Qatar Airways has signed a monumental agreement to purchase up to 210 jets from American aerospace giant Boeing. The deal, announced during former U.S. President Donald Trump’s official visit to Doha, is estimated to be worth up to $96 billion and represents one of the largest aircraft orders in aviation history.
By Adnan Rasheed8 months ago in The Swamp
Inside the CIA: America’s Secret Intelligence Agency
From Cold War Tactics to Cyber Wars: The CIA’s Global Reach In the shadows of global politics, where nations maneuver not through diplomacy alone but through secrecy, deception, and surveillance, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) stands as one of the most powerful and enigmatic institutions in the world. Born from the ashes of World War II and raised during the height of the Cold War, the CIA has evolved from traditional espionage operations to become a digital-age intelligence giant. Its reach extends across borders, ideologies, and technologies—operating in a world where knowledge is power and information can change the fate of nations. As threats have shifted from Soviet missiles to cyberterrorism and AI warfare, so too has the CIA adapted, making it not only a historical cornerstone of American security but also a critical player in today’s global power struggle.
By World politics 8 months ago in The Swamp
Top 10 Fighter Jets in the World in 2025. AI-Generated.
Top 10 Fighter Jets in the World in 2025 In 2025, fighter jets have become more advanced than ever, integrating stealth, speed, artificial intelligence, and multi-role combat capabilities. Countries are racing to develop aircraft that can dominate both the skies and the battlefield. Below is a detailed look at the top 10 most powerful and advanced fighter jets in the world today.
By Adnan Rasheed8 months ago in The Swamp
How China Got Benefit from Pakistan and India Conflict
In a dramatic turn of events during a recent India-Pakistan conflict, the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) reportedly downed a French-made Rafale fighter jet using the JF-17 Thunder, a multi-role combat aircraft developed jointly by China and Pakistan. Though official confirmation is still pending, the symbolic value of this event is already resonating across global defense and strategic communities.
By Zakir Ullah8 months ago in The Swamp
India and Pakistan Agree to a Ceasefire – But Will It Hold? Here’s What to Know. AI-Generated.
India and Pakistan Agree to a Ceasefire – But Will It Hold? Here’s What to Know In a significant diplomatic development, India and Pakistan—two nuclear-armed neighbors with a long and turbulent history—have agreed to a ceasefire along the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir. This agreement, aimed at halting cross-border firing and reducing tensions, comes after months of backchannel diplomacy and increasing pressure from global powers for peace in the South Asian region. But as history has shown, ceasefires between the two nations often face a fragile future. So, will this one be any different?
By Adnan Rasheed8 months ago in The Swamp
Alhamdulillah Pakistan Launches Fresh Military Action Claiming India Hit Its Military Bases. AI-Generated.
Alhamdulillah Pakistan Launches Fresh Military Action Claiming India Hit Its Military Bases May 11, 2025 — Tensions between nuclear-armed neighbors Pakistan and India have reached alarming levels after Pakistan launched a large-scale retaliatory military operation in response to what it claims was a series of missile strikes by India on its military airbases. This marks one of the most serious escalations between the two nations in recent years.
By Adnan Rasheed8 months ago in The Swamp
China’s Military Tech Investments Face Real-World Test Amid India-Pakistan Tensions. AI-Generated.
China’s Military Tech Investments Face Real-World Test Amid India-Pakistan Tensions In the past two decades, China has poured billions of dollars into upgrading its military might. With ambitions to match or even surpass the United States in global influence, Beijing has heavily invested in advanced weaponry, artificial intelligence, satellite systems, hypersonic missiles, cyberwarfare tools, and unmanned combat systems. However, much of this military technology remains untested in a real-world battlefield scenario. That could change dramatically if tensions between its two South Asian neighbors — India and Pakistan — erupt into full-scale conflict.
By Adnan Rasheed8 months ago in The Swamp