Zohran Mamdani’s historic mayoral victory in New York City is notable not only as a milestone for representation but for how he challenged both the Democratic establishment and Donald Trump’s threats, signaling a pivotal moment in American urban politics.bbc+3 Challenging the Democratic Establishment Mamdani’s win was a major upset for the city’s entrenched political elites. … Read more
The content is a curated compilation of existing allegations; a complete list is not yet available. The entry was among the most popular this week. Jeffrey Epstein client list The Most Recent Allegations and Developments on the Jeffrey Epstein “Client List” (July 2025) Key Developments The U.S. Justice Department and FBI have officially concluded that … Read more
I first recognized him on TikTok. His campaign content was addictive. Zohran Mamdani’s stunning victory over former Governor Andrew Cuomo in New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary has triggered a wide range of reactions across the political spectrum, with many describing it as a “political earthquake” that could reshape the Democratic Party1. Progressive Celebration Progressive … Read more
Like Turks, Americans are now attacked by a domestic issue on a daily basis. It was Trump vs. Musk a few days ago, now the LA riots triggered by ICE operations. I have asked Perplexity to compile independent media sources to follow the protests. Independent and Pro-Protester News Outlets Covering LA and California Riots … Read more
It has always been on my agenda to visit Philadelphia, and I finally did it! This will be a more touristy stay. Sinem and I got a hotel right in the historical district to see around. In fact, I am the one seeing around, Sinem is chilling out. We arrived here after an 8-hour drive, … Read more
President Trump never ceases to surprise. As American stocks plunged, here are some interesting issues: Strange and Interesting Facts About Trump’s Latest Tariff List On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced sweeping new “reciprocal tariffs” on imports from over 180 countries, declaring the day “Liberation Day.” While tariffs themselves aren’t unusual, this particular announcement … Read more
For ages, I have written about the restrictive measures against academic freedom in Türkiye. It was nearly unthinkable to imagine this for the US setting, but here comes a period when American academics may be under more pressure than back home. Yesterday, I saw the news that Mahmoud Khalil, a Columbia University graduate and pro-Palestinian … Read more
The Broligarchy: The Who’s Who of the Silicon Gilded Age The Intercept Silicon Valley’s biggest power players traded in their hoodies for suits and ties this week as they sat front and center to watch Donald Trump take the oath of office again. Seated in front of the incoming cabinet were Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, Google’s … Read more
There will be interesting days to come. Let’s see what comes next. President Donald Trump signed a series of executive orders on his first day back in the office, implementing significant policy changes across various areas. Here are some of the key executive orders he signed: Immigration and Border Security Trump declared a national emergency … Read more
The tension between the MAGA movement and Elon Musk continues, particularly in the lead-up to Donald Trump’s inauguration. This conflict has become a significant point of contention within Trump’s base, highlighting deep divisions over immigration policy and the influence of tech billionaires in the incoming administration. Key Developments Steve Bannon’s Attacks on Musk Steve Bannon, … Read more
Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old suspect accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has become an unlikely folk hero in certain corners of social media and public discourse. This phenomenon can be attributed to several factors: Symbolism and Narrative Mangione’s alleged actions transformed a complex issue into a simple, emotionally resonant narrative[1]. The story of a … Read more
There are differing views and claims regarding whether Benjamin Netanyahu can be considered a war criminal: Some politicians and human rights organizations have accused Netanyahu of war crimes: Congressman Jamaal Bowman refers to Netanyahu as a “genocidal war criminal” in his opinion piece[1]. Senator Bernie Sanders called Netanyahu a war criminal and said he should … Read more
Whatever the motives, Trump has just won a new level of legitimacy. I cannot know whether Democrats are doing any good domestically, but their global policies are a mess. The democratic establishment looks like it is giving up. What do we know about the assassination attempt: On July 13, 2024, an assassination attempt was made … Read more
Alex Jones ordered to pay $45.2 mln more over Sandy Hook lies Hurriyet Daily News A Texas jury on Aug. 5 ordered conspiracy theorist Alex Jones to pay $45.2 million in punitive damages to the parents of a child who was killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre, adding to the $4.1 million he must … Read more
Did You Know? Fun Facts about Donald J. Trump Boing Boing by Ruben Bolling Tom the Dancing Bug – Did You Know? Fun Facts About Donald J. Trump YOU can buy the two new Tom the Dancing Bug books, Tom the Dancing Bug: Into the Trumpverse, and The Super-Fun-Pak Comix Reader! Information here. The White House website … Read more