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politics1 year ago•1 min saved

"Biden and Putin's War of Words: A Diplomatic Showdown"

Russian President Vladimir Putin responds to U.S. President Joe Biden's "crazy SOB" insult by stating that it is an adequate reaction to his preference for Biden over Donald Trump. Putin appears unfazed by the insult and reiterates his support for Biden, suggesting that Biden's reaction is appropriate given his previous comments. This exchange comes amid ongoing tensions between the two leaders, with Biden previously calling Putin a killer and Putin stating that Biden is preferable to Russia due to being an old-school politician.

via POLITICO Europe|

#insult #joe-biden #politics

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Mimicry Row Escalates: Insult to Vice President's Post Sparks Controversy

Trinamool Congress leader Kalyan Banerjee's mimicry of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar in Parliament has sparked a controversy, with Dhankhar expressing his anger and stating that he will not tolerate any insult to Parliament and his post. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Murmu also criticized the incident, with the President emphasizing the need for dignity and courtesy in expressions. Banerjee defended his actions, stating that mimicry is an art and that even the Prime Minister has done it. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi denied sharing the mimicry clip and questioned the lack of discussion on other important issues. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge questioned the dragging of caste into the issue and raised concerns about being allowed to speak in the House.

via The Indian Express|

#insult #jagdeep-dhankhar #kalyan-banerjee

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Trump's Praise for Autocrats and Putin's Influence: A Closer Look"

Hillary Clinton mocked Donald Trump for his deference to Russian President Vladimir Putin, using the same word she used in the 2016 presidential debate. Trump had quoted Putin criticizing the prosecutions of the former president during a rally, to which Clinton responded by calling Trump a "puppet." The exchange highlights Trump's perceived disregard for American democracy and his alignment with Putin's views.

via The Independent|

#2016-election #donald-trump #hillary-clinton

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Selena Gomez's Response to Benny Blanco's Insult: "He's Still the Best"

Selena Gomez confirmed her relationship with music producer Benny Blanco, surprising fans who remembered his thinly veiled insult towards her in 2020. Gomez addressed the insult, stating that Blanco is still better than anyone she has ever been with. She revealed that they have been seeing each other for six months and shared a photo of them together on Instagram. Despite Blanco's previous comments, he attended Gomez's Rare Beauty charity benefit, leading to speculation about their relationship. Gomez defended her openness about their relationship, stating that she stands up for what she believes in and loves her fans.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#benny-blanco #entertainment #instagram

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Peter Thiel's Surprising Take on Trump's Administration and Campaign Funding

Peter Thiel revealed in an interview with The Atlantic that he refused to donate to Donald Trump's presidential campaign, prompting Trump to call him a "fucking scumbag." Thiel, a prominent venture capitalist, has a history of supporting controversial Republican candidates. Trump had previously reminded Thiel of his support for other candidates and asked for a similar donation, but Thiel declined. The Atlantic also reported that Trump discouraged one of Thiel's protégés, Blake Masters, from running for Senate again. Thiel criticized the Trump administration's effectiveness and declined to comment on reports that he was an FBI informant.

via Business Insider|

#donald-trump #donation #insult

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

"Tuberville's Insult to Marine General Exposes Incompetence"

Senator Tommy Tuberville, a former football coach, has drawn criticism for comparing the stress of his coaching job to the life-and-death decisions faced by Gen. Eric Smith, a high-ranking officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. Tuberville's comments have been deemed offensive and disrespectful, particularly as Smith was hospitalized after a heart attack. Tuberville's incompetence and obstructionist actions, including blocking officer promotions, have been condemned by fellow senators and military officials, who argue that he is undermining national security and military readiness.

via USA TODAY|

#gen-eric-smith #incompetence #insult

religion-and-culture2 years ago•1 min saved

"Swiss Filmmaker Arrested in Myanmar for Offending Buddhism"

A Swiss citizen, Didier Nusbaumer, has been arrested in Myanmar for allegedly creating a film that insulted Buddhism. Nusbaumer, along with 13 Myanmar nationals, was detained on August 8th. Insulting Buddhism is a punishable offense in Myanmar, where religious nationalism has been on the rise. The film, titled "Don't Expect Anything," was posted on YouTube and spread on social media, drawing criticism from Buddhist nationalists. This is not the first time a foreigner has been detained in Myanmar for insulting Buddhism.

via Euronews|

#arrest #buddhism #film

religioncensorship2 years ago•1 min saved

Arrested Swiss National Accused of Insulting Buddhism in Myanmar Film

A Swiss citizen, Didier Nusbaumer, has been arrested in military-ruled Myanmar for creating a film that allegedly insulted Buddhism. Nusbaumer, along with 13 Myanmar nationals, was detained on August 8. Insulting Buddhism is a punishable offense in Myanmar, where religious nationalism has grown. The film, titled "Don't Expect Anything," was posted on YouTube and spread on social media, drawing criticism from Buddhist nationalists. This is not the first time a foreigner has been detained in Myanmar for insulting Buddhism.

via ABC News|

#arrest #buddhism #film

legalcriminal-justice2 years ago•1 min saved

Man Jailed for Insulting Hong Kong's National Anthem

A Hong Kong court has sentenced a man to three months in jail for insulting China's national anthem by replacing it with a protest song in a video clip. The court stated that a deterrent sentence was necessary as the anthem represents a country's dignity and territorial integrity. The defendant, a photographer, had uploaded the video on YouTube during a gold medal presentation ceremony for a Hong Kong athlete at the Tokyo Olympics. This is the first case tried under the national anthem law passed in 2020, which criminalizes disrespect of China's national anthem with imprisonment or fines. The legality of the protest song, "Glory to Hong Kong," is also being determined by a Hong Kong court.

via Reuters|

#hong-kong #insult #legalcriminal-justice

world-news2 years ago•1 min saved

China's $2M Fines for Jokes: A Warning to Comedians.

China has imposed a fine of approximately $2 million on a comedian's company after he made a joke that was seen by some as mocking the military. The comedian, Li Haoshi, was suspended from his firm and his social media account was suspended after he posted an apology. The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism fined the firm and said Li, his agent, and other relevant staff will face additional investigation following the "seriously insulting" comments that caused "bad social impact." China adopted a law to ban defamation of the military in 2021.

via The Hill|

#china #comedian #fine