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Interviews with top political activists, history buffs, lawmakers, whistleblowers and everyday voters.

Houston Runoff Sets Up Next Democratic Generational Fight. AI-Generated.
The upcoming runoff election in Houston’s 18th Congressional District is shaping up to be far more than a routine political contest. While voters will technically be choosing a representative to fill a long-vacant U.S. House seat, the race has evolved into a symbolic generational struggle within the Democratic Party. The outcome may signal where Democratic voters stand on leadership, experience, and the future direction of the party in Texas and beyond.
By Asad Ali2 days ago in The Swamp
Trump Warns UK on ‘Dangerous’ China Moves After Xi-Starmer Talks. AI-Generated.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to the United Kingdom, calling recent moves to strengthen relations with China “dangerous” following high-profile talks between UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. The remarks have reignited debate over Britain’s foreign policy direction and its delicate balancing act between Washington and Beijing.
By Asad Ali4 days ago in The Swamp
Jerome Powell. AI-Generated.
Few figures wield as much influence over the global economy as the chair of the U.S. Federal Reserve. Jerome Powell has held that responsibility during one of the most economically complex periods in modern history—marked by inflation concerns, shifting interest rate policies, political pressure, and growing debate about the independence of central banks. As his term approaches its conclusion, attention is increasingly turning toward potential successors, with former Federal Reserve governor Kevin Warsh emerging as a prominent name in policy discussions.
By Saboor Brohi 4 days ago in The Swamp
Colombian Lawmaker Among 15 Killed in Plane Crash Near Venezuela. AI-Generated.
A deep sense of shock and mourning has spread across Colombia after a domestic plane crash near the Venezuelan border killed all 15 people on board, including a sitting lawmaker. The fatal incident has drawn national attention not only because of the loss of prominent political figures but also due to renewed concerns over air safety in Colombia’s remote and mountainous regions.
By Asad Ali4 days ago in The Swamp
Gold Hits New High, Oil Rises as Iran Tensions Rekindle
Global financial markets are once again being shaped by geopolitics as gold prices climb to new record highs and oil prices rise sharply, following renewed tensions involving Iran and its regional rivals. The twin rally highlights how quickly investor sentiment can shift when instability threatens global supply chains, particularly in energy markets that are deeply tied to the Middle East.
By Asad Ali4 days ago in The Swamp
Dramatic Footage Shows Baby Among Those Evacuated From Blazing Ukraine Train. AI-Generated.
Terrifying and emotional footage circulating widely online shows panicked passengers disembarking from a blazing evacuation train in Ukraine — including a baby cradled in a woman’s arms as thick smoke billows and flames engulf rail cars. The scenes have captured global attention and underscored both the dangers faced by civilians trying to flee conflict zones and the resilience of families caught in the crossfire of war.
By Asad Ali5 days ago in The Swamp
Doomsday Clock Ticks Closer Than Ever to Apocalypse. AI-Generated.
The Doomsday Clock, a symbolic measure of how close humanity is to global catastrophe, has ticked closer to midnight than ever before. Maintained by the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, the clock reflects expert assessments of existential threats facing the world—from nuclear war and climate change to emerging technologies and geopolitical instability. Midnight represents total annihilation, and the latest warning suggests the margin for error has nearly vanished.
By Asad Ali5 days ago in The Swamp
‘Major Step’: French MPs Vote in Favour of Bill to Ban Social Media for Under-15s. AI-Generated.
In what supporters are calling a “major step” for child protection, French lawmakers have voted in favour of a bill that would ban social media use for children under the age of 15. The decision places France at the forefront of a growing global movement to regulate digital platforms and shield young users from the psychological and social harms linked to excessive online exposure.
By Asad Ali6 days ago in The Swamp
Nike Announces 775 Layoffs at Distribution Centers Amid Cost-Cutting Push. AI-Generated.
Nike Confirms Job Cuts Across Distribution Operations Nike has announced plans to lay off 775 employees at several of its distribution centers, marking another significant step in the sportswear giant’s ongoing effort to reduce costs and adapt to changing market conditions. The layoffs, which affect facilities in multiple locations, underscore the pressures facing global retailers as consumer spending patterns evolve and companies rethink how products move from warehouses to customers.
By Asad Ali7 days ago in The Swamp
Unequal Weights and Measures
This article serves as a summary and orienting manifesto for the series “Consent, Consequence, and Moral Symmetry,” which examines responsibility, risk, and justice in modern systems.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast7 days ago in The Swamp
No NOCs, No Series: ICC’s Ultimatum to Pakistan Over T20 World Cup Threat, Say Sources. AI-Generated.
A Storm Brewing in International Cricket Pakistan cricket is once again at the center of international controversy as reports suggest the International Cricket Council (ICC) has issued a stern ultimatum to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB): no No Objection Certificates (NOCs), no international series. According to sources, the warning is directly linked to concerns surrounding Pakistan’s commitments and cooperation ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup.
By Asad Ali8 days ago in The Swamp
Russian Strikes Knock Out Heat in Freezing Kyiv as Peace Talks Continue. AI-Generated.
A City in the Cold Amid Ongoing War Kyiv woke up to freezing temperatures and darkened apartment blocks after a fresh wave of Russian missile and drone strikes knocked out heating systems across large parts of the Ukrainian capital. As winter tightens its grip, the attacks have left thousands of residents without heat and hot water, compounding the humanitarian toll of a war that has already stretched into another brutal season.
By Asad Ali9 days ago in The Swamp