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Trump's Trade War U-Turn: Strategy or Surrender?
Former President Donald Trump made headlines once more for resigning in the high-stakes arena of global trade, where bravado frequently prevails over diplomacy. Trump's administration quietly reduced a number of the punitive tariffs that had once characterized his confrontational trade policy, particularly against China, in what critics call a dramatic turnaround. This retreat, while subtle in presentation, marks a significant inflection point in the trade war Trump initiated in 2018—one that he once declared would be "easy to win." It raises a critical question: was this a blink under pressure, or a pivot born of political and economic necessity?
By Rakesh Kanti Mondal 9 months ago in Critique
Unpacking White Lotus Season 3: Gorgeous Scenes and Frustratingly Familiar Tropes
For the last eight weeks, my morning routine has been to get up, make coffee, and mentally get ready for the upcoming episode of HBO's The White Lotus. It has evolved into a weekly immersion in opulence, dysfunction, and mortality rather than merely a viewing experience. I was optimistic, high, caftan-clad, sun-kissed aspirations about the upcoming show.
By Hridya Sharma10 months ago in Critique
From Idea to Launch: What It Really Takes to Build a Powerful Online Presence
Launching a website isn't just about being online, it's about being seen, trusted, and remembered. Whether you’re starting a small business, a blog, or a full-blown eCommerce brand, understanding the core elements that bring a website to life is essential.
By Elio10 months ago in Critique
The Trolley Problem
🧠 The Classic Trolley Problem (Refresher) Five people who are pinned to the main track are being pursued by a runaway trolley. You are standing at a switch. If you pull it, the trolley will divert to a sidetrack, where one person is tied down.
By Wahid Jamil10 months ago in Critique
Brassic. Content Warning.
Introduction Warning Farmer Jim's Video is a very sweary nativity scene, but I think it is hilarious. This is for Angela Hepworth's " The Magic of Media" Challenge which you can check out here:
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 10 months ago in Critique
Why is the iPhone so popular all over the world?
Year after year, Apple Inc., one of the most valuable tech companies in the world, maintains its dominance in the smartphone market. Apple iPhones continue to top customer wish lists despite the market's plethora of competitors, and with good reason. However, what precisely makes Apple phones so popular, and why do they frequently cause internet rushes and long lines with each new release?
By jakir hossain10 months ago in Critique
U.S. and Iran see Saturday's nuclear talks as test of whether other side wants a deal
As of my latest knowledge update in June 2024, the United States and Iran are engaged in periodic talks over Iran's nuclear program, with both sides occasionally signaling cautious optimism but expressing frustration over perceived flexibility.
By MD Masud Hosen 10 months ago in Critique
Helicopter Crash Highlights: Five Tourists and Pilot Killed When Helicopter Crashes Into Hudson River.
Within minutes, emergency personnel from the Coast Guard, the NYPD, and the FDNY arrived at the scene. Divers recovered the bodies from the submerged wreckage shortly afterward. Officials confirmed that each of the six victims had passed away on the spot. New York City Mayor Rachel Whitmore expressed condolences to the families during a press briefing Thursday evening. She stated, "Our hearts go out to the families whose loved ones lost loved ones in this terrible accident." "We are collaborating closely with federal investigators to find out what went wrong and prevent this from happening again," The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has launched a full investigation into the crash. Officials emphasize that no conclusions have been reached, but preliminary analysis suggests a possible engine failure or rotor failure. The Eurocopter AS350 helicopter, which was commonly used for urban tour operations, was said to have passed its most recent inspection just two weeks ago. The victims have not yet been officially identified, but sources say they included tourists from three different countries, highlighting the international appeal of helicopter tours over New York’s iconic skyline.
By Md Sumon10 months ago in Critique
Snow White 2025: Balancing Woke Themes with Classic Storytelling – A Review
The 2025 version of Snow White, to be fair, Disney's live-action remake of its first animated picture, has received mixed reviews from the audience. The remake tried its best to be accepted as a feminist film and one that promotes woman empowerment while balancing the old and the new. I watched the film with a grain of salt and kept my logical mind aside—at least, I tried to! However, I could only fathom the discourse of its nurture to a certain extent. In this review, I go deeper into the intricacies of empowerment, fantasy and the performances the film encompasses.
By Hridya Sharma10 months ago in Critique
The Final Cut. Honorable Mention in Self-Editing Epiphany Challenge.
If anyone ever told you that writing is easy, that anyone can do it, you can thank them for falsely encouraging creativity without elaborating on such a claim.
By Lamar Wiggins10 months ago in Critique
The Biggest Obstacle
Incident Report Albien Institute October 26th, 2033 14 hours since the incident Let the record reflect that my ability is not without flaw. It does not make me omniscient. I am no god. Although some of the people in this report appear awfully close to one. I have done my best to imbue this report with as much of my ability as I can, but even I cannot see into everyone’s mind. As previously stated in my personnel file, I cannot see memories unless presently thought about, and my ability only allows me to see perspectives after I meet the person physically. Seeing through a person’s perspective usually distorts fact with bias and emotion, but where objectivity failed us during our attempts to secure the asset, subjectivity perhaps will fill in the gaps.
By Samantha Smith10 months ago in Critique
Self-Editing Epiphany: A Creative Odyssey
Writing is a tightrope stretched over a chasm of doubt—every word a step, every edit a glance backward to see if you’ve fallen. It’s a solitary act of courage, where the writer spills their soul onto the page, then turns a ruthless eye on the mess they’ve made.
By Ramesh Mahato 11 months ago in Critique