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UK PM’S SAUSAGE Gaffe Sparks Social Media Frenzy

25 September 2024 — United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer made a significant blunder during a speech at the Labour Party’s annual conference in Liverpool. He mistakenly called for the return of “sausages” instead of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Starmer quickly corrected himself, but the error did not go unnoticed.

Starmer was addressing the need for a cease-fire in Gaza and a two-state solution when he made the gaffe. He stated, “I call again for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, the return of the sausages — the hostages — and a recommitment to the two-state solution.” The mistake quickly went viral on social media platforms.

In addition to his verbal slip-up, Starmer faced heckling from an audience member who shouted about Gaza during his remarks. The incident added to what was already a challenging moment for him at the conference.

MEDIA BIAS Outrage: Olbermann Cancels NYT Subscription Over Biden Coverage

28 April 2024 — Keith Olbermann, a well-known media personality, has publicly ended his subscription to The New York Times. He claims the newspaper’s publisher, A.G. Sulzberger, shows a bias against President Joe Biden. Olbermann announced his decision on social media, reaching nearly a million followers.

Olbermann argues that Sulzberger’s personal dislike for Biden is harming democracy. He believes this bias is why the Times has been particularly critical of Biden’s age and his administration’s actions, especially noting the president’s limited interviews with the paper.

Furthermore, Olbermann challenges the accuracy of reports from Politico regarding tension between the White House and The New York Times. His bold move to cancel his subscription and voice criticism underscores significant concerns about fairness in political journalism today.

This incident sparks broader discussions on media integrity and bias in political reporting among conservatives who value journalistic accountability and transparency in news coverage.

GAZA Hospital BLAST: IDF Points to Misfired PIJ Rocket, Media Hastens to Fault Israel

19 October 2023 — The recent explosion at Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza was the result of a misfired rocket by the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), according to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). The IDF maintains that this Iranian-backed terror group was targeting Israel but accidentally hit the hospital. However, numerous media outlets were swift in accusing Israel for the fatal explosion, despite lacking solid proof.

Prior to any comprehensive investigation, politicians worldwide started censuring Israel. Chris Williamson, a former Labour Party MP, even proposed that Israel should be completely abolished due to this event.

Williamson’s contentious social media post stated: “Israel has forfeited any right to exist.” When asked for further explanation, he said: “You know that Israel is a racist endeavour… Its harsh actions over 75 years are now manifesting themselves in an ongoing genocide. Unless and until Israel is dismantled, we will never achieve peace in the region.”

This hasty judgment highlights an alarming pattern of drawing premature conclusions without thorough analysis or evidence. It emphasizes the need for precise reporting and responsible commentary on such delicate geopolitical issues.

BBC SUSPENDS Presenter Accused of Paying TEEN for Explicit Photos

09 July 2023 — The BBC has confirmed the unnamed presenter accused of paying a 17-year-old for sexually explicit images has been suspended. The male presenter allegedly paid more than £35,000 ($45,000) in exchange for photos.

According to reports, the BBC star started paying the youngster, who is now 20, three years ago until the family filed a complaint this May. The family decided to report the story to the Sun newspaper when the presenter remained on the air.

Several BBC stars have posted to social media to dispel rumors, including Gary Lineker, Jeremy Vine, and Rylan, who have all stated it is not them.

BULLISH on Bitcoin: Crypto Market ERUPTS in January as FEAR Turns to GREED

30 January 2023 — Bitcoin (BTC) is on track to have the best January in the last decade as investors turn bullish on crypto after a disastrous 2022. Bitcoin leads the way as it approaches $24,000, up a massive 44% from the beginning of the month, where it hovered around $16,500 a coin.

The broader cryptocurrency market has also turned bullish, with other top coins such as Ethereum (ETH) and Binance Coin (BNB) seeing substantial monthly returns of 37% and 30%, respectively.

The upturn comes after last year saw the crypto market plunge, fueled by fears of regulation and the FTX scandal. The year shredded $600 billion (-66%) from Bitcoin’s market cap, ending the year worth only a third of its 2022 peak value.

Despite the ongoing concerns of regulation, the fear in the market looks to be shifting to greed as investors take advantage of bargain prices. The rise may continue, but savvy investors will be wary of another bear market rally where a sharp sell-off will send prices back to Earth.