How the War on Terror Turned 9/11 Into a Permanently Open Wound The government ensured that there would be no end to the public's fears—and no real justice for bin Laden's victims. Reason · Sep 11
9/11 transformed our relationship with news – and laid the groundwork for today’s crisis of trust Twenty-five years on, the legacy of the September 11 attacks continues beyond the initial physical and economic effects. The events of 9/11 and the subsequent “war on terror” severely undermined trust in mainstream news media in the US and around the world, laying the groundwork for today’s fractured, hyperpartisan information… The Conversation · Sep 10
Derek Jeter’s Most Meaningful World Series Was the One He Lost The 2001 World Series between the Yankees and Diamondbacks was played in the shadow of 9/11. Even though New York lost, it’s a Fall Classic that Jeter remembers with pride. Sports Illustrated · Sep 10
Trump aide Natalie Harp’s brother reacts to report she climbed into SUV trunk to accompany President; recalls her letter to George Bush Preston Harp, Natalie Harp's estranged brother, was taken aback after hearing that she climbed into an SUV trunk due to denied access to a motorcade. He expressed concern over what he views as her unhealthy fixation on President Trump, attributing her loyalty to their shared conservative beliefs and a strong… The Economic Times · Aug 19
80 Fascinating Collectibles That Prove One Person’s Trash Is Another Person’s Treasure Collecting can take many forms, from childhood toys and nostalgic keepsakes to decidedly, shall we say, oddly specific objects. Nevertheless, there’s something surprisingly satisfying about completing a set, hunting down a rare find, or simply surrounding yourself with things you love. Luckily for us, some collectors have taken to the… Bored Panda · Aug 10
"I feel like shooting people!” In the run-up to 1988's US presidential election, R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck had some outrageously dark and violent thoughts “Americans are pigs! You can quote me on that" Louder · Jul 29
Was Erdoğan's gun gift a faux pas or an old-school diplomatic tradition? When NATO leaders opened their gift boxes from the Turkish president and found a .357 Magnum revolver, some panicked and others laughed. But gifting heads of state lavish, personalised firearms is a tradition as old as Samuel Colt — and as recent as a Czech pistol presented to Trump in… Euronews · Jul 10
Random Musing: Why Stephen Colbert getting 'Trumped' has a Bollywood twist Was Stephen Colbert fired for his politics? For being anti-Trump? Or is there a different answer. The Times of India · May 18
'Knelt before America, surrendered India': Nishikant Dubey alleges Congress 'handed over' Sir Creek, Siachen to Pakistan on US orders BJP MP Nishikant Dubey has accused the previous Congress government of compromising India's sovereignty. He alleges that under the guise of a civil nuclear agreement, the government surrendered Sir Creek and Siachen to Pakistan. These claims are made in relation to the 2006 Mumbai train blasts. Official records present a… The Economic Times · May 17
Down Under blunder: DC mistakenly displays Australian flags instead of British ones ahead of King Charles visit ‘I blame George Bush and no child left behind,’ one commenter joked The Independent UK · Apr 25
This Photographer Captured 43 Hilarious And Bold Celebrity Moments – All With Lookalikes We all think we know celebrities – their lives, their habits, even their private moments. But how much of that is real, and how much is just a carefully crafted illusion? That’s exactly what Alison Jackson, BAFTA-winning artist, photographer, and filmmaker, explores in her work. Bored Panda · Mar 27
Same Lies, New War: Trump and the Iraq Playbook Unfortunately, Trump's war in Iran is every bit as shortsighted—and illegal—as the one in Iraq that he once called "a big, fat mistake." Reason · Mar 20
The Iran–Iraq War Comparison Everyone’s Making And What We Should Learn From It Why is everyone comparing the Iran strikes to Iraq, is that fair, and what do those parallels actually tell us about Iran’s future. Pedestrian.tv · Mar 5
Trump vies for Bush’s crown for worst foreign policy decision in history The US president upended half a century of US foreign policy in an eight-minute video with another attempt at Middle Eastern regime change The Guardian - US · Feb 28
Evening Standard · Feb 17 When Jesse Jackson addressed 1.5million people at London's biggest ever protest Over a million people gathered in Hyde Park at the largest protest in London’s history where the late Reverend Jesse Jackson delivered a keynote speech
Newslaundry · Feb 11 Main dardi…ki loki kende chui-mui: A song for despots who can devastate millions but not take a joke In the immortal words of the great philosopher and kabootarbazi-convicted Daler Mehndi: Main dardi, Rab Rab kardi, ki loki kende chui-mui, chui-mui, chui-mui.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 3 The ‘Putinization’ of US foreign policy has arrived in Venezuela Trump is no longer bending the rules – he is demolishing them, with consequences far beyond Caracas
Evening Standard · Dec 28, 2025 Irish officials believed 9/11 would change how US politicians saw peace process Irish officials believed the September 11 attacks would impact how US politicians viewed the Northern Ireland peace process.
Louder · Nov 21, 2025 "I started feeling the political wheels starting to turn toward conservatism a little bit" How a song on Green Day's most misunderstood album set the groundwork for one of their biggest acts of protest As the new millennium started, a creative decision would push Green Day onto an entirely new path, one that would come to help define their later years
The Guardian - US · Nov 20, 2025 Tears and solemnity at Cheney funeral – but no memorial for those killed in Iraq Great and good pay tribute in Washington but honouring of former vice-president was an exercise in omission
The Independent UK · Nov 4, 2025 Dick Cheney: The most influential vice president in modern American history OBITUARY: The former vice president has passed away, aged 84. Cemented by the 9/11 attacks, Cheney built unrivalled authority and influence in his role, as witnessed by the late Washington correspondent Rupert Cornwell
GOBankingRates · Oct 12, 2025 5 Most Expensive Shoes Ever Made Here are the five most expensive shoes ever made -- and why they're worth so much.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 30, 2025 ‘Fatal flaws’: analysts cast doubt on Tony Blair’s plan for future of Gaza Former PM seems a perfect fit for Trump’s new era but his track record in the Middle East is not reassuring
Reason · Sep 22, 2025 The Government Was Lying to You About Afghanistan. Dan Krauss Has the Receipts. Reason is sharing an exclusive clip from Bodyguard of Lies, an upcoming documentary about the failed war in Afghanistan.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 6, 2025 TV tonight: Bob Geldof, Bono and George Bush talk Live Aid at 40 Popstars and political leaders reveal all in a juicy documentary series. Plus, Vicky McClure’s insomnia thriller. Here’s what to watch this evening