All articles tagged with #conspiracy
Nick Reiner, accused of murdering his parents, believes he is the victim of a conspiracy, despite evidence and diagnoses of mental health issues, with his defense potentially arguing insanity due to medication changes. The case has garnered media attention through a new documentary.
Lawmakers criticize the White House and Justice Department for allegedly withholding and selectively releasing Epstein-related files, with calls for full transparency and concerns over potential cover-ups.
The Justice Department faces a Friday deadline to release remaining files on Jeffrey Epstein following the passage of the Epstein Transparency Act, which aims to disclose investigative records amid ongoing speculation and conspiracy theories about Epstein's connections to powerful individuals. The law allows for redactions to protect victims' identities and ongoing investigations, and its implementation comes after years of legal battles and political debate.
Far-right influencers and the Justice Department are investigating claims of a 'grand conspiracy' against Trump, focusing on a 2017 intelligence assessment and involving a federal prosecutor in Miami, with allegations of a deep-state plot led by Democrats and possibly Obama.
Two men from Massachusetts were arrested for allegedly planning and executing an explosion using a large firework at Harvard Medical School, with surveillance footage capturing their actions and subsequent flight from the scene; the investigation is ongoing.
'Down Cemetery Road' is an Apple TV drama featuring Emma Thompson as a sharp-tongued investigator, based on Mick Herron's novel. While it struggles with pacing and structural issues, the series is bolstered by strong performances, especially from Thompson and Ruth Wilson, and hints at potential for future seasons. The show explores a conspiracy involving a missing girl, with a road trip across the UK, but suffers from filler and uneven storytelling.
Terry Rozier faces an $8 million IRS tax lien and is implicated in an NBA sports betting scheme involving illegal betting, conspiracy, and misuse of non-public information, with allegations including pulling out of games to influence bets and threatening players.
'Bugonia' is a satirical film by Yorgos Lanthimos that explores societal biases and misinformation through the story of Teddy, a conspiracy theorist who kidnaps a CEO believing she's an alien, highlighting themes of ecological crisis, capitalism, and societal perception, with innovative cinematography and strong performances including Emma Stone.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy began serving a 5-year prison sentence for conspiracy to finance his 2007 campaign with Libyan funds, marking a historic moment as the first ex-leader of modern France to be imprisoned, amid support from supporters and controversy over his conviction.
The article explores the rise of 'mould mania' and the belief in chronic inflammatory response syndrome (CIRS) caused by black mould, which is widely discredited by science but has gained traction online and among certain celebrities, fueled by distrust in medical authorities and the appeal of simple explanations for complex health issues.
President Trump falsely accused FBI agents of inciting the January 6 Capitol riot, despite a Justice Department inspector general report indicating that hundreds of FBI personnel responded to the scene without evidence of undercover agents or law-breaking, and recent reports suggesting the presence of plainclothes agents, which are not conclusively supported. Trump’s claims appear to be based on unverified reports and conspiracy theories, and he used these assertions to criticize FBI leadership.
The assassination of Charlie Kirk has highlighted deep political divisions in the U.S., with social media amplifying conflicting narratives and spreading misinformation about the motives behind the shooting, which was carried out by a lone gunman with complex personal and political factors.
The article discusses how MAGA figures are debating a broader investigation into Kirk's killing, suggesting it may be part of a larger conspiracy involving leftist groups, with some officials calling for a crackdown on organizations like the Ford Foundation and George Soros's Open Society Foundations, and emphasizing the need to identify those funding political violence.
Capcom's upcoming game Pragmata is not a secret Mega Man reboot, despite fan theories and design similarities, according to producer Naoto Oyama, who laughed off the speculation. The game is a new IP, and Capcom is likely aware of fans' hopes for Mega Man, but no official connection has been confirmed. Pragmata is expected to release in 2026 and may serve as a nostalgic throwback to earlier action games.
MAGA supporters interpret Ghislaine Maxwell's testimony as evidence of Donald Trump's innocence regarding Epstein-related allegations, while Democrats criticize Maxwell's credibility and her plea for a pardon, highlighting ongoing political divisions over the Epstein case.