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October 10, 2025
Culture
News

Trevor Noah Mocks Charlie Kirk’s ‘Funny’ Assassination.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Trevor Noah mocked the assassination of Turning Point USA (TPUSA) founder Charlie Kirk during a stand-up performance.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Trevor Noah, Charlie Kirk, Dave Chappelle, and Jimmy Kimmel.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Noah made the remarks during a recent stand-up performance; Kirk was assassinated on September 10 at Utah Valley University.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The guy was shot while defending guns… I’m not even writing that as a joke. As a human, you have to admit that it is an incongruous, funny thing that happens. You’re onstage, like, ‘Let me tell you why people should have guns.’ Wa-pow!” Noah said, inaccurately.

🎯IMPACT: Noah’s comments sparked backlash, with critics pointing to double standards and insensitivity.

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Former Daily Show host Trevor Noah is facing backlash for mocking the assassination of Turning Point USA (TPUSA) founder Charlie Kirk. Kirk was assassinated on September 10 while speaking at Utah Valley University. During a stand-up performance, Noah complained that comedians were being advised not to “say anything about Charlie Kirk” because there was “nothing funny about it.”

“Now you tested me. I mean, there’s nothing funny about it? Don’t say that, because then I’ll be like, ‘I’m sure there’s something funny about it,’” he continued.

“The guy was shot while defending guns… I’m not even writing that as a joke. As a human, you have to admit that is an incongruous, funny thing that happens. “You’re onstage, like, ‘Let me tell you why people should have guns.’ Wa-pow!” he added—inaccurately, as Kirk was actually discussing transgender mass shooters when he was murdered.

Noah cast himself as a martyr for comedy following the resulting backlash, comparing the public’s anger at his remarks to historical jokes about President Abraham Lincoln’s assassination and complaining that audiences shouldn’t be “terrorized” into silence.

However, critics have pointed to Noah’s recent praise for Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Comedy Festival, where he had lauded the sharia state as “moving in the right direction” on civil liberties, despite its severe blasphemy and censorship laws.

Noah is not the only alleged comedian under scrutiny. Jimmy Kimmel also faced criticism for falsely suggesting that Kirk’s assassin was affiliated with the MAGA movement. Meanwhile, Education Secretary Linda McMahon has urged universities to sanction faculty who applauded the killing online.

Conservative activist Scott Presler claimed to have received over 51,000 tips identifying individuals, many of them teachers, who mocked Kirk’s death on social media. A website called “Charlie’s Murderers” was launched to document these posts, and some have reportedly been fired or disciplined in response.

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October 10, 2025
War
World

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire in Effect, IDF Withdrawing from Gaza Zones.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: The Israeli military announced a partial withdrawal of troops from parts of Gaza following the implementation of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The Israel Defense Forces (IDF), Hamas, U.S. President Donald J. Trump, and U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The ceasefire took effect on Friday morning, with troop withdrawals observed in Gaza City and Khan Younis.

💬KEY QUOTE: The IDF stated that troops “began positioning themselves along the updated deployment lines” and will continue to address immediate threats.

🎯IMPACT: Thousands of Palestinians have begun returning to northern Gaza as the ceasefire takes effect.

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed a partial withdrawal of troops from parts of Gaza following the implementation of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas. The ceasefire, which began on Friday morning, was phase one of a deal brokered by U.S. President Donald J. Trump to facilitate the return of hostages and the release of prisoners, with the eventual aim of disarming Hamas and rebuilding Gaza.

Under the agreement, Hamas has until Monday to release all Israeli hostages, including 20 believed to be alive and up to 28 hostages’ remains. In return, Israel is expected to release approximately 250 Palestinian prisoners and allow 600 aid trucks daily into Gaza to address the humanitarian crisis.

The IDF stated that troops “began positioning themselves along the updated deployment lines” and will continue to address immediate threats. U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff confirmed that the IDF had completed the first phase of withdrawal to the “yellow line,” as outlined in a White House map.

Thousands of Palestinians have been seen traveling north, many on foot, carrying their remaining belongings. “Even if the house is destroyed, even if it’s just rubble, we’ll go back, put up a tent, and return to our people,” said Wael Al-Najjar, one of many displaced residents.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized the ongoing mission to disarm Hamas and demilitarize Gaza, stating that Israeli troops remain positioned to encircle Hamas. Meanwhile, families of hostages held by Hamas expressed cautious relief, with many awaiting the return of their loved ones.

Image by WAFA / APAimages.

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October 10, 2025
News

Tony Blair Held Meeting With Jeffrey Epstein as Prime Minister.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Documents reveal that former British Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair met pedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein in Downing Street in 2002, following lobbying by Lord Peter Mandelson.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Tony Blair, Jeffrey Epstein, Peter Mandelson, former President Bill Clinton, and British civil servant Matthew Rycroft.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The meeting took place on May 14, 2002, at 5:00 PM GMT in Downing Street, London.

💬KEY QUOTE: “As far as he can remember, Mr Blair met with him for less than 30 minutes in Downing Street in 2002, and discussed U.S. and UK politics. He never met or engaged with him subsequently.” – Spokesman for Tony Blair

🎯IMPACT: The release of these documents, previously blocked, sheds new light on Epstein’s political connections.

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Former British Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair met pedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein in Downing Street, the Prime Minister’s official residence, in May 2002, according to documents released by the United Kingdom’s National Archives. The meeting was arranged following lobbying by Lord Peter Mandelson, who described Epstein as “a friend of mine” and a close associate of former U.S. President Bill Clinton.

Emails show that Mandelson, the recently fired British ambassador to the U.S., urged Blair’s chief of staff, Jonathan Powell, to arrange the meeting, describing Epstein as “safe” and someone who had his “finger on the pulse” of global markets. A memo from British civil servant Matthew Rycroft briefed Blair about Epstein, describing him as a “financial adviser to the super-rich” and a friend of Clinton and Mandelson.

Blair’s spokesman states that the meeting lasted less than 30 minutes and focused on U.S. and UK politics, “As far as he can remember, Mr. Blair met with him for less than 30 minutes in Downing Street in 2002, and discussed U.S. and UK politics. He never met or engaged with him subsequently.”

“This was, of course, long before his crimes were known of and his subsequent conviction,” the spokesman insisted. Epstein pleaded guilty on June 30, 2008, to two state charges for soliciting prostitution from a minor and died in 2019 while awaiting trial on further child sex trafficking charges.

The documents reveal that Mandelson told Powell that Clinton wanted to introduce Epstein to Blair, describing him as “young and vibrant” and “an active scientific catalyst/entrepreneur.” Mandelson’s email also noted that Epstein was traveling with Clinton and could adjust his schedule to meet Blair.

The release of these documents, previously withheld over supposed concerns about their impact on UK-U.S. relations, raises further questions about the extent of Epstein’s connections within political circles. Clinton has acknowledged knowing Epstein but denies any knowledge of his criminal activities.

The National Pulse reported earlier this month that Epstein’s banking and investment activities were more extensive than previously known, involving multiple banks and significant transactions with hedge funds. The true extent of Epstein’s investment portfolio and banking ties was revealed after his estate provided Congress with a list of over 20 banks where he held accounts.

Image by Simon Walker / No 10 Downing Street.

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October 10, 2025
War

Melania Trump Secures Deal with Putin for Release of Ukrainian Children.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: First Lady Melania Trump announced an agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin to return Ukrainian children taken during the conflict.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Melania Trump, Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian children.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Announcement made on Friday during a White House press conference.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Plans are already underway to reunify more children in the immediate future. I hope peace will come soon. It can begin with our children.” – Melania Trump

🎯IMPACT: Eight children have been returned to their families, with further reunifications planned.

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On Friday, First Lady Melania Trump revealed that back-channel talks that she has held with Russian President Vladimir Putin have resulted in a pact to bring back Ukrainian children to their homeland. During a short White House briefing focused on children displaced in the ongoing Russian war with Ukraine, Mrs. Trump signalled that significant headway has been made, stating that eight children have been returned home in the last 24 hours.

In her remarks, the First Lady disclosed that Putin had replied to the message she sent him in August concerning the children. She noted that they have since kept up a steady line of dialogue. “For the past three months, both sides have participated in several backchannel meetings and calls—all in good faith,” Melania Trump said.

The First Lady continued, “We have agreed to cooperate for the benefit of all people involved in this war. My representative has been working directly with President Putin’s team to ensure the safe reunification of children with their families between Russia and Ukraine.”

Melania Trump also expressed worries about Ukrainians who were underage when displaced by the conflict but are now adults living in Russia. According to her, the Russian government has committed to sending them back, as well.

“Again, this remains an ongoing effort,” Melania Trump stated, adding, “Plans are already underway to reunify more children in the immediate future. I hope peace will come soon. It can begin with our children.”

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October 10, 2025
Crime

Democrat Lawmaker Charged with Statutory Rape.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: A North Carolina Democrat state representative was arrested and charged with statutory rape of a teen.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Rep. Cecil Brockman, 41, a Democrat representing Guilford County, and a 15-year-old victim.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Alleged attacks occurred in August 2025; Brockman was arrested on Wednesday and is being held in Guilford County Jail.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The charges against Rep. Brockman are shocking and extremely serious. Given the evidence that’s publicly known, he should resign immediately so these charges do not distract from the work of the North Carolina House.” – Speaker of the House Destin Hall.

🎯IMPACT: Calls for Brockman’s resignation have come from both parties, and the North Carolina Democratic Party has stated he cannot effectively represent his community.

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North Carolina state Representative Cecil Brockman, 41, a Democrat representing Guilford County, was arrested and charged earlier this week with two counts of statutory rape of a person aged 13 to 15 and two counts of indecent liberties with a child. According to warrants, the alleged attacks occurred in August 2025 and involved a 15-year-old victim.

The arrest warrants claim Brockman “unlawfully, willfully, and feloniously did commit and attempt to commit lewd and lascivious act” with the victim. He was denied bond upon his arrest, and the magistrate’s order alleges he attempted to locate the victim at a hospital and use his position as a representative to make contact with the victim.

The North Carolina Democratic Party has called for Brockman’s resignation, stating, “The profound seriousness of these criminal charges makes it impossible for him to effectively represent his community.” House Democratic Minority Leader Robert Reives echoed this sentiment, saying, “Rep. Brockman must resign immediately.”

Speaker of the House Destin Hall (R) also called for Brockman to step down. “The charges against Rep. Brockman are shocking and extremely serious. Given the evidence that’s publicly known, he should resign immediately so these charges do not distract from the work of the North Carolina House,” Hall said in a statement.

If Brockman resigns, North Carolina’s rules dictate that the Guilford County Democratic Party’s Executive Committee would select his replacement.

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October 10, 2025
News
Politics

OMB Boss Vought Confirms Layoffs Have Started as Dem Shutdown Drags On.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Layoffs of government employees have begun, as the Senate Democrats’ shutdown of the federal government drags on with no end in sight.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russ Vought, Senate Democrats, and other Democrat and Republican lawmakers.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The shutdown began on October 1, 2025, with impacts felt nationwide as Senate Democrats refuse to budge on a funding bill.

💬KEY QUOTE: “The RIFs have begun,” said OMB Director Russ Vought, referencing layoffs of federal employees.

🎯IMPACT: Federal workers and active-duty military members are missing paychecks, with air traffic controller shortages causing flight delays and national security concerns rising.

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The federal government shutdown that began on October 1 shows no signs of resolution, with layoffs of federal employees now underway and hundreds of thousands of workers missing their pay. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russ Vought, an alumnus of Project 2025, confirmed the layoffs on Friday, writing on X, “The RIFs have begun,” referring to reductions-in-force. An OMB spokesman described the job cuts as “substantial.”

The shutdown has already led to a halt in pay for federal employees. “Friday marks the first day workers will not receive their full paychecks,” said House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA), noting that active-duty service members could also miss their October 15 paycheck. “The ball is in the court of Senate Democrats right now,” he added.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) warned the situation could worsen quickly. “The American people are going to miss a lot more and feel a lot more pain and miss a lot more paychecks in the very near future,” he said, highlighting Democrat resistance to a GOP proposal for a short-term funding extension through November 21.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced it will furlough nearly half its workforce. The agency warned of tax filing delays and backlogs. While most furloughed workers are expected to receive back pay, questions remain over how and when those payments will be authorized.

Essential workers, including air traffic controllers, continue to work without pay. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) said President Trump is “exploring” ways to ensure military personnel are paid during the shutdown, but no legislation has been passed to guarantee that.

With the House out of session until at least October 20 and the Senate not set to reconvene until Tuesday afternoon, negotiations remain stalled. Some Republicans have begun suggesting a possible rules change to end the standoff, with calls to eliminate the Senate filibuster gaining attention.

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October 10, 2025
Religion
UK

Church of England Covers Ancient Cathedral in ‘Diversity’ Graffiti, Vance Reacts.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Canterbury Cathedral, the mother church of the Anglican communion, has allowed “marginalized” graffiti artists to vandalize the ancient church.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Canterbury Cathedral, Vice President J.D. Vance, and Anglicans.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Canterbury, England.

💬KEY QUOTE: “It is weird to me that these people don’t see the irony of honoring ‘marginalized communities’ by making a beautiful historical building really ugly.” – Vice President J.D. Vance

🎯IMPACT: The woke art project is just the latest controversy for the Church of England and comes days after the selection of the first woman as Archbishop of Canterbury.

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The Church of England has allowed Canterbury Cathedral, its ancient mother church, to be vandalized by graffiti artists from “marginalized communities.” This has drawn sharp reactions online, including from U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance. The so-called “Hear Us” installation features graffiti messages such as “Are you there?” and “Is illness sin?” pasted on the walls, pillars, and floors of the 1,400-year-old cathedral.

“I think it’s sacrilegious,” said one visitor, while another likened the historic site to “an underground car park” in a rough part of London.

“It is weird to me that these people don’t see the irony of honoring ‘marginalized communities’ by making a beautiful historical building really ugly,” Vice President Vance remarked on X (formerly Twitter).

David Monteith, the openly homosexual Dean of Canterbury, defended the installation, claiming, “There is a rawness which is magnified by the graffiti style, which is disruptive.”

“This exhibition intentionally builds bridges between cultures, styles and genres and, in particular, allows us to receive the gifts of younger people who have much to say and from whom we need to hear much,” he insisted.

The new art installation comes on the heels of the selection of the new Archbishop of Canterbury, Sarah Mullally, the first woman to occupy the role in 1,400 years. Mullally has already caused controversy in the broader Anglican communion for her liberal “pro-choice” views on abortion and general wokeness.

Mullally’s appointment comes just weeks after the Anglican church named an openly lesbian woman as the Archbishop of Wales.

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October 10, 2025
News

Nineteen Feared Dead in Military Manufacturing Plant Explosion.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: An explosion occurred at a Tennessee munitions manufacturer, resulting in multiple fatalities and missing persons.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Accurate Energetic Systems employees and emergency responders.

📍WHEN & WHERE: Friday morning, just before 8 AM, near Bucksnort, Tennessee.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Multiple people are dead,” said an official with Humphrey County Emergency Management.

🎯IMPACT: At least 19 people remain unaccounted for, and several have been hospitalized.

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Authorities have confirmed multiple deaths and ongoing searches for missing people after an explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems in Tennessee. The blast occurred shortly before 8 AM on Friday near Bucksnort, with officials reporting several fatalities and hospitalized victims. At least 19 people are still unaccounted for.

Emergency crews from Humphrey County are currently managing the response to the aftermath of the explosion. They are working diligently to address the situation and provide assistance.

The cause of the explosion remains undisclosed as investigations continue. Authorities have not yet provided further details on what caused the explosion. Accurate Energetic Systems describes its focus as developing, manufacturing, handling, and storing energetic products for defense and commercial sectors.

This story is developing…

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October 10, 2025
War
World

White House Aims to Broaden Abraham Accords Following Israel-Hamas Ceasefire.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire and hostage deal, prompting the White House to shift focus to expanding the Abraham Accords.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: The former Biden government, Trump administration officials, Israel, Hamas, and various Arab states.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The Israel-Hamas ceasefire was signed earlier this week, and discussions on expanding the Abraham Accords are ongoing across the Middle East.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Hopefully this will lead to much better sentiment and the opportunity to expand the Abraham Accords — to really just change the tone in the region.” – Senior administration official

🎯IMPACT: The agreement may pave the way for further normalization between Israel and other Arab nations, but challenges remain due to regional mistrust.

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Following the ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, the Trump White House is saying it will turn its attention to expanding the Abraham Accords, a historic agreement that normalized relations between Israel and several Arab states during President Trump’s first term in office.

A senior administration official told the press on Thursday, “Hopefully this will lead to much better sentiment and the opportunity to expand the Abraham Accords — to really just change the tone in the region.” The Trump administration previously secured agreements with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain, Sudan, and Morocco, with Saudi Arabia identified as a key target for future normalization.

Despite optimism, challenges remain. “A deal could have been done in six months,” an official noted, criticizing the Biden government’s delay in engaging Saudi Arabia. The war in Gaza and the October 7, 2023, Hamas terror attacks have also created obstacles, though the mood has reportedly improved in recent days with both Israel and Hamas reaching an agreement on phase one of U.S. President Donald J. Trump’s peace proposal.

Israel has begun reducing its troop presence in Gaza under the agreement, which includes provisions for humanitarian aid and a 72-hour deadline for Hamas to release remaining hostages. Meanwhile, approximately 200 U.S. troops stationed in the Middle East will assist in monitoring the ceasefire and ensuring aid delivery.

Saudi Arabia continues to link normalization with Israel to progress toward Palestinian statehood, though specifics remain undefined. The U.S.-brokered 20-point ceasefire plan does not guarantee statehood but suggests conditions may eventually allow for Palestinian self-determination.

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October 10, 2025
Immigration
UK

Afghan Boat Migrant Guilty of Threatening to Kill Nigel Farage.

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❓WHAT HAPPENED: Fayaz Khan, a 26-year-old Afghan national, was found guilty of making a threat to kill Nigel Farage, leader of Britain’s Reform Party, in a TikTok video.

👤WHO WAS INVOLVED: Fayaz Khan, Nigel Farage, prosecutor Peter Ratliff, and defence lawyer Charles Royle.

📍WHEN & WHERE: The threatening video was posted in October 2024 from Dunkirk; the trial took place at Southwark Crown Court in Fall 2025.

💬KEY QUOTE: “Given his proximity to guns and love of guns, I was genuinely worried. He says he’s coming to England and he’s going to shoot me.” – Nigel Farage

🎯IMPACT: The jury deliberated for nearly 12 hours before convicting Khan.

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Fayaz Khan, known on TikTok as Mada Pasa, was convicted of making a threat to kill Reform Party leader Nigel Farage in a video posted to his 340,000 followers from Dunkirk, France, in October 2024. In the video, Khan, who has an AK-47 tattoo on his face, stated: “Englishman Nigel… don’t talk shit about me. I come to England because I want to marry your sister. I want to come to England to go pop pop pop,” while making gun signals with his hand.

Farage described the video as “pretty chilling” during his testimony at Southwark Crown Court, adding, “Given his proximity to guns and love of guns, I was genuinely worried.” The Brexit champion said he interpreted the video as a direct threat that Khan was planning to come to England to harm him.

Khan, who attempted to enter the United Kingdom ten times before successfully arriving on a small boat on October 31, 2024, declined to give evidence in court. However, a transcript of his police interview from November 1, 2024, was read to the jury. In it, Khan claimed he “didn’t know who Nigel Farage was” and insisted he “was never going to hurt anyone.” He also stated that gun signals were a regular feature of his TikTok videos and part of his “character.”

Prosecutor Peter Ratliff argued that the video was “sinister and menacing,” dismissing the idea that it was an off-the-cuff comment. Defence lawyer Charles Royle countered that Khan’s actions were more “idiosyncratic, moronic, comedic, eye-catching, attention-seeking” than genuinely threatening.

The jury deliberated for 11 hours and 55 minutes before finding Khan guilty.

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