Reports from the ground paint a chilling picture of Iran, where an internet blackout has led to widespread violence and a tragic loss of life. One Iranian journalist described protesters preparing for battle, armed with lead bullets, only to be met with live rounds fired at their heads and upper bodies. The scenes in mortuaries are equally harrowing, with families being forced to pay €5,000 to recover the bodies of their loved ones amidst an economic crisis.
Analysts point to a "crony class" that has amassed billions and controls key infrastructure, making it difficult for senior officials to abandon ship without facing catastrophic consequences. This 'patronage network' is seen as a major obstacle to reform within the regime.
Meanwhile, in the UK, the hard-right Reform party continues its aggressive expansion, with yet another Conservative MP defecting to join their ranks. The shift has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, with left-wing publications mocking "Farage's party of Tory failures" and conservative outlets lamenting a fractured right wing.
As the Reform party grows in influence, its list of defectors is mounting, with 18 current and former Conservative MPs now aligned with the group. The leadership of Reform UK, however, seems to be in disarray after shadow minister Robert Jenrick was kicked out for attempting to defect.
In other news, Mattel's new autistic Barbie has sparked a heated debate over its impact on inclusivity. While some hail it as a triumph for diversity, others have labeled it "inclusivity-washing" - a marketing ploy aimed at corporate profit rather than genuine representation.
Analysts point to a "crony class" that has amassed billions and controls key infrastructure, making it difficult for senior officials to abandon ship without facing catastrophic consequences. This 'patronage network' is seen as a major obstacle to reform within the regime.
Meanwhile, in the UK, the hard-right Reform party continues its aggressive expansion, with yet another Conservative MP defecting to join their ranks. The shift has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, with left-wing publications mocking "Farage's party of Tory failures" and conservative outlets lamenting a fractured right wing.
As the Reform party grows in influence, its list of defectors is mounting, with 18 current and former Conservative MPs now aligned with the group. The leadership of Reform UK, however, seems to be in disarray after shadow minister Robert Jenrick was kicked out for attempting to defect.
In other news, Mattel's new autistic Barbie has sparked a heated debate over its impact on inclusivity. While some hail it as a triumph for diversity, others have labeled it "inclusivity-washing" - a marketing ploy aimed at corporate profit rather than genuine representation.
I'm still trying to wrap my head around the Reform party's rapid growth... 18 defectors from the Conservative party? That's a lot of turnover. But what's really concerning is that Robert Jenrick got kicked out for trying to defect, but how do we know this isn't just some PR stunt to distract us from their actual policies? 
I mean, it looks amazing and all, but isn't it weird that they're releasing this now, when the UK government is still debating accessibility in schools? Is this just corporate profiteering at its finest or are we genuinely seeing a shift towards inclusivity? 
it's like we're all just trying to fit into these predetermined roles, and anyone who doesn't conform is seen as a threat. 
we need to be asking ourselves some tough questions about what we value most: individual freedom or corporate gain? 
. 5k euros to get your loved one back from the mortuary? That's insane 
. It feels like the government is just trying to silence anyone who speaks out against them, and it's heartbreaking to see innocent people getting caught up in this violence.
We need to support them, not just give them a symbolic doll.
. It's about time we shook up the system and had some real change. But let's keep an eye on Robert Jenrick's antics - it looks like he's got some growing up to do 
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It feels like we're getting caught up in the hype again rather than actually having an informed conversation about what inclusivity really means. 
... like what's the point of even having protesters if they're just gonna get met with live rounds? And €5k to bury their own family members? That's just cold 
. Like, who gets kicked out for trying to join another party? Sounds like a total power struggle... and 18 ex-Conservative MPs now? That's just wild 
. I'm all for representation and inclusivity, but come on people, can't we just have it without turning it into a marketing gimmick 
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the pics of ppl gettin shot are straight up horrific 
meanwhile in uk, reform party is like whoa 
and now reform uk is like a big ol mess 
anyhooz, mattel's new barbie with autism is kinda cool 
but also kinda problematic 
i mean, is it just a marketing gimmick or do they really wanna rep ppl on the spectrum? 
this internet blackout has got to be one of the most disturbing news I've seen all year! like, €5k for a body recovery fee?! that's wild 
reform party is like... who are they even? 
But seriously, €5,000 to recover a loved one's body? That's just asking to be broke, fam! 
Meanwhile, Mattel's new autistic Barbie is sparking some interesting conversations... I'm all for inclusivity, but let's not get too caught up in the marketing hype, right? 
I mean, have they thought about the kind of conversations they want to start with this doll? Are we just going to slap a label on it and call it good? 
what's even more disturbing is how this economic crisis seems to be fueling all these protests 
can we imagine if our own governments were as corrupt? 
and on a totally different note, I don't think people should just dismiss Mattel's new Barbie just because it's a marketing ploy 
meanwhile, here we are in the west worrying about mattel's new "inclusive" barbie doll 
at least in iran, people are dying because of their government's actions... in the uk, we can complain about a broken toy 
of a phone... or a single tweet 
. And meanwhile, in the UK they're having some drama within the Conservative party with a new party called Reform UK 
but instead of contestants, it's politicians 
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? I think it's SO cool that they're finally representing ppl on the spectrum in a positive light 
but at the same time, I get why some people are skeptical about it being just another marketing ploy 
. It's like they're saying "peaceful protest" is an old word, you know? 
. I mean, €5,000 for a body recovery fee? That's just insane 
. Meanwhile, we've got Barbie and inclusivity-washing