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Mega Millions Jackpot Hits Over $550 Million
The Mega Millions lottery jackpot has now grown to more than $550 million. This massive amount has caught the attention of millions of people across the United States. As ticket sales rise, so does the excitement and hope of becoming the next big winner. Let’s take a closer look at what this means, how it happened, and what you should know if you're thinking about playing.
By Shahzaib6 months ago in The Swamp
“Build a Brand, Not Just a Business”
In the early months of 2018, I launched an online store selling handmade leather accessories. I had the skills, the products, and even a decent Instagram following. I poured my energy into marketing, discounts, and boosting ads. Orders came in sporadically, but something felt…empty.
By Hamza Habib6 months ago in The Swamp
US and Japan Reach Trade Deal with 15% Tariffs on Imports
Since “Liberation Day,” the Trump administration has pursued hefty “reciprocal” tariffs on major trade partners — including Japan — citing U.S. trade imbalances. Japan faced threats of up to 35% on select goods, with a looming 25% tariff on vehicles and autos if no agreement was reached by August 1.
By Kageno Hoshino6 months ago in The Swamp
Afghanistan is on Fire! The World Left Astonished Yesterday
In a historic milestone for economic growth and national self-reliance, Afghanistan has taken a bold leap into the world of industrial production. Just two days ago, a grand inauguration ceremony marked the launch of one of the country’s largest vehicle and agricultural machinery production complexes. This massive factory, located in the Pul-e-Charkhi Industrial Zone near Kabul, has begun assembling dump trucks, passenger buses, Corolla-type vehicles, and a range of agricultural machines including fruit processing and packaging units.
By Keramatullah Wardak6 months ago in The Swamp
Trump vs wall street: market and tariffs
The Trump administration and many market observers are offering diametrically opposed explanations for why dramatic tariff threats have been met by a ho-hum market reaction.
By Kristen Orkoshneli6 months ago in The Swamp
Nvidia Set to Relaunch H20 AI Chip Sales in China Following CEO’s High‑Profile Trump Meeting
In a pivotal moment for global semiconductor markets and U.S.–China tech relations, Nvidia has been granted permission to resume exports of its H20 AI accelerator chips to China. The breakthrough follows a strategic meeting between CEO Jensen Huang and former President Donald Trump, signaling a major shift in U.S. export policy and opening the door for renewed business in one of Nvidia’s most crucial markets.
By Waqar Khan6 months ago in The Swamp
Air India Flight 171: The Mysterious Fuel Cutoff That Led to Disaster
1. A Catastrophe Minutes After Takeoff On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight 171—a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner—crash-landed into a residential hostel in Ahmedabad just 30 to 40 seconds after takeoff. The plane was en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew members. Of those aboard, 241 perished, and 19 were killed on the ground, with dozens more injured. Only one passenger survived, later identified as Vishwash Kumar Ramesh .
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in The Swamp
Trump's Frustration with Putin and the Uncertain Future of the Russia-Ukraine War
The ongoing war in Ukraine continues to test the diplomatic resolve of world leaders, with recent developments highlighting growing frustration in the United States. President Donald Trump, who once vowed to end the war in Ukraine within 24 hours of taking office, now faces mounting obstacles in his attempts to broker peace. Despite multiple rounds of negotiations and increasing diplomatic engagement, a ceasefire remains elusive as Russia intensifies its military campaign against Ukraine.
By Ikram Ullah6 months ago in The Swamp
Investors traded a record $6.6 trillion worth of stock in the first half of 2025
In the first half of 2025, "Global Stock Trading Hits Record $6.6 Trillion" Global stock markets witnessed an unprecedented surge in activity in the first half of 2025, as total trading volumes soared to a record \$6.6 trillion. This milestone, the highest half-year figure in history, reflects heightened investor engagement driven by a mix of economic optimism, technological advancements, and a new wave of retail participation reshaping the financial landscape.
By GLOBAL NEWS6 months ago in The Swamp
The Secret Rising Power in the World
In the shadows of traditional global powers, and beyond the glare of Western media coverage, a silent force is rising—one often misunderstood, demonized, and underestimated: The Taliban.
By Keramatullah Wardak6 months ago in The Swamp
Embrace Hope and Be Happy - First Of All, Dump The Right Wing And Fascists
Introduction In July 2016, the spiteful imbeciles that call themselves the Tory party were six years into the destruction of the UK's economy and infrastructure and delivered a coup-de-grace by taking us out of the world largest trading bloc to pander to the racists, bullies, and tax avoiding cheats and the right wing media backed them up to the hilt. The USA got its first dose of Trump.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 7 months ago in The Swamp
Johnson pushes to get House GOP holdouts to back tax bill
**Johnson Pushes to Get House GOP Holdouts to Back Tax Bill** House Speaker Mike Johnson is intensifying efforts to rally support among Republican holdouts in the House of Representatives as the GOP attempts to pass a significant tax package. The bill, which has been a priority for House Republicans, includes extensions of business tax breaks, increases in the child tax credit, and measures aimed at economic growth. However, internal party divisions have threatened its passage, with several conservative members withholding their support.
By GLOBAL NEWS7 months ago in The Swamp