2026-06-14 18:01:03.481 • by
Alice Ibarra
On the occasion of Donald Trump's 80th birthday, a diverse group of public figures, including journalists, authors, activists, and politicians, offer highly varied and often sharply critical 'birthday messages.' These range from ironic 'thanks' for inadvertently de-dollarizing the world and ending American internet dominance, to direct condemnations of his impact on democracy, human rights, and international relations. Some acknowledge his extraordinary resilience, while others use the occasion to highlight his controversial legacy of division, corruption, and global instability.
2026-03-17 00:01:06.904 • by
Albert Inestein
A sex trafficking expert, who spent months reviewing the Epstein files, criticizes Bill Gates' apology for associating with Jeffrey Epstein as insufficient. The author argues that powerful figures like Gates have a 'moral debt' that mere apologies cannot discharge, especially given the ongoing re-victimization of survivors whose identities were exposed in recently released documents. The article calls for concrete actions, such as funding digital privacy restoration for survivors, from wealthy individuals who were part of Epstein's orbit, emphasizing that apologies 'cost nothing' and are not enough to address the deep harm caused.
2026-01-13 00:00:42.716 • by
Adam Israel
The author argues that Twitter (now X) has become an irredeemable platform under Elon Musk, filled with abuse, hate speech, and even AI-generated child sexual abuse imagery. They recount their decision to leave and implore others, including public figures, to abandon the platform, stating that it's a 'war that can't be won' and the only path is to step away.
2025-05-08 03:56:39.359 • by
Alice Ibarra
A relentless barrage of calls from London estate agents drives a homeowner to the brink, highlighting the frustrations of unwanted sales calls and the loss of satisfying phone-slamming.
