All articles tagged with #escalator
A 5-year-old boy died after becoming trapped in an outdoor escalator at a ski resort in Otaru, Hokkaido, where he fell and his arm was caught in the conveyor belt, leading to his death after being trapped for about 40 minutes.
Stephen Colbert humorously investigates President Trump's claim of 'triple sabotage' during his UN trip, focusing on an escalator incident he describes as a close call, and satirizes the media's portrayal of Trump's physical strength and the incident's significance.
President Trump demanded an investigation into what he called 'triple sabotage' at the UN, involving issues with an escalator, teleprompter, and audio during his speech, which he claims were deliberate acts of sabotage. The incidents occurred during his speech at the UN General Assembly, and Trump has called for the Secretary-General to investigate, alleging malicious intent.
President Donald Trump claimed he was the victim of a 'triple sabotage' during his UN visit, citing issues with an escalator, his teleprompter, and sound system, which he suggests were part of a conspiracy against him, prompting an investigation by the Secret Service.
A cartoon by Clay Jones titled 'Hate on an escalator' is featured, highlighting themes of resistance and social commentary, with a focus on democracy and justice. The article also promotes supporting Daily Kos's 23rd anniversary through donations.
During a speech at the United Nations, President Trump highlighted issues with an inoperable escalator and a malfunctioning teleprompter, which he used to criticize the organization, though the causes were linked to safety mechanisms triggered by a videographer and possible operational issues by the White House. The incidents underscored ongoing logistical challenges at the UN, partly due to funding delays from the US.