Nicholas Bishop
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I am a freelance writer currently writing for Blasting News and HubPages. I mainly write about politics. But have and will cover all subjects when the need arises.
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Strictly Come Dancing: Not What It Used to Be.. Content Warning.
I remember the good old days of Strictly Come Dancing when Bruce Forsyth used to introduce the show. Admittedly, Forsyth was not everyone's cup of tea, but he was a showman in the true sense of the word. If he could see the show today, he would be mortified and horrified, no doubt. Forysth was presenting the show well into his later years.
By Nicholas Bishop5 months ago in Critique
Shabana Mahmood: Branded Hypocrite?
When Nigel Farage made a speech at the Reform UK Annual Conference about migrants, he was branded racist. And obviously, there are grounds for saying that. On the other hand, many said and will say Mr. Farage was correct. The answer may lie somewhere in between. This summer, we have seen demonstrations by Native Britons protesting against migrants. Putting up Union Jacks and English St George Flags. Migration and immigration have always been a hot topic in this country. Of course, from actions like the above to the Tommy Robinson "Unite The Kingdom" rally in London, where Martian (could be!!) Elon Musk spoke via video link to Robinson, and it was all branded as racist. Of course, there are definite grounds for labelling these events under that allegation. However, not all folk there were bald-headed, beer-bellied, red-faced yobbos as the left often depicts them. There were people there, genuinely concerned about undocumented, mainly young men of fighting age, arriving on our shores.
By Nicholas Bishop5 months ago in The Swamp
Trump Sinks 5th Drug Boat.
US warships have been attacking boats off the coast of Venezuela. The US accuses these vessels of drug running off the coast of Venezuela and Colombia. The number of ships struck by the US is now at 5. The latest one was this week. The US says it is acting in self-defence, but lawyers have accused the US of breaking international maritime law. On TruthSocial, Trump's equivalent of Facebook, Trump said the US has intelligence that these craft are drug-running operations or "narcoterrorists ".
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in The Swamp
Keir Starmer Describes The UK's Role in Trump's Middle Eastern Peace Plan.. Content Warning.
As Trump's peace plan comes into play, Sir Keir Starmer has been speaking about what the UK could bring to the table. Sir Keir described the Trump Peace Plan as a "historic day". Mr. Starmer said, "What happens tomorrow really matters, and that's why I've been discussing with leaders all day is what part can we play?". Sir Keir stated, "And we, in the UK in particular, I think, can play a part in monitoring the ceasefire, but also decommissioning the capability of Hamas and their weaponry, drawing on our experience in Northern Ireland. So the question today has already moved to, how do we implement, how do we make sure this moves forward? It's really important we keep the focus. We mustn't (make) any missteps now".
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in The Swamp
Darok's Diatribes.
I am Darok, a Martian who has been living on Earth longer than some of you have been alive. I am but one of many agents, as I have explained before. I have given you a quick resume' of my life here in previous articles. We take on identities so that we can blend seamlessly into your society. Whatever stage of development your society has been at, we have been here. Quietly living out our lives and observing you from the shadows. We live lives just like any Earth person. We marry, we work, we even have children, we study, we practice faith, we use your tech, some of which has been driven forward by our intervention.
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in Fiction
Robert Jenrick is The Preferred Tory Leader.
Kemi Badenoch has inherited a Tory Party utterly devastated by last year's general election. The Conservatives were reduced to 121 seats, a complete collapse in Conservative support. What a complete difference from when Boris Johnson won the 2019 general election in a landslide. Rishi Sunak remained as Tory leader until another leader could be chosen as Sir Keir Starmer walked into 10 Downing Street, as Reform UK gained its first 4 MPs. A Tory election occurred within the party to elect a leader to succeed the hapless Hindu Sunak.
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in The Swamp
Bagram Airbase: No Deal!
It was in 2021 when Allied forces pulled out of Afghanistan, seemingly falling to defeat to the juggernaut of the Taliban onslaught. Under an agreement for peace, the first Trump administration had agreed to pull its forces out of the country. Biden was left to pick up the pieces of this Trump-Taliban Agreement. So the US and Allies rushed to evacuate the country as the Taliban took control. It's been four years since the Allies pulled out, and the Taliban are now in full control of the country.
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in The Swamp
Hamas Partially Agrees to Trump's 20 Point Peace Plan.
Trump told Israel to stop bombing Gaza as Hamas accepted point one of Trump's 20-point peace plan. Israel said it would scale back operations in the Gaza Strip, including its latest offensive in Gaza City. A statement by Hamas said, "In this context, the movement (Hamas) affirms its readiness to discuss the details of this agreement". With this affirmation, a lasting peace and permanent ceasefire draw nearer. That said, a senior Hamas official said the group would not disarm until Israel pulled out of Gaza. The official said the hostages might be released within 72 hours.
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in The Swamp
Greta Thunberg Detained Again
Activist Greta Thunberg has been detained for the second time. The Israeli Navy intercepted the Samud flotilla, bringing much-needed supplies to Gaza. Reports had come in that drones with itching powder had been dropped on the flotilla. Other events happened, all blamed on Israel. Of course, Israel denied it, but who else could have done these things?
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in The Swamp
Tony Blair: Governor of Gaza?. Content Warning.
Former Prime Minister Tony Blair could find himself governing Gaza. He and Donald Trump could end up overseeing Gaza if the latest peace plan agreed by Trump and Netanyahu is accepted. Blair could well be Trump's man in Gaza. Overseeing the rebuilding of Gaza, gathering together Palestinians who will please all sides in eventually taking over from Blair. However, when Netanyahu touches down in Israel after his meeting with the US President, he will face a tirade of hate and praise.
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in The Swamp
Burnham: Scathing of Statements of Loyalty.
Andy Burnham has poured cold water on the Labour Party, asking him to remain loyal to Sir Keir Starmer. Mr. Burnham said it's all well and good, "demanding simplistic statements of loyalty", saying that they do not realise or have any understanding of how much "peril the Labour Party is in".
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in The Swamp
Charlie Kirk: Controversial in Life, Controversial in Death.. Content Warning.
If the killer who pulled the trigger thought that assassinating Charlie Kirk would silence him, they had another thing coming. His wife, Erica Kirk, made a tearful announcement of forgiving her husband's killer. She is now the leader of Turning Point. The organisation is dedicated to delivering a Conservative ethos both religiously and politically, and is growing exponentially.
By Nicholas Bishop6 months ago in The Swamp
