House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has officially endorsed Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor, just weeks before the election. Despite "principled disagreements," Jeffries emphasized party unity against President Trump, highlighting Mamdani's focus on affordability and inclusivity. This endorsement comes as Republicans criticize Mamdani's socialist affiliation.
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Twitch streamer Nina Lin faces a second ban after new clips surfaced, following an initial suspension for alleged non-consensual touching of a production member. Despite an apology, other streamers shared similar experiences, questioning Twitch's swift unbanning. The platform's response to these serious allegations remains under scrutiny as her channel stays offline.
2025 has seen the tragic passing of several beloved online creators, including Ben Bader, Emman Atienza, Valeria Márquez, Joshua Blackledge, John Crawley, and Jean Pormanove. Their deaths, attributed to various causes including suicide and violence, have deeply impacted their communities and sparked important conversations about mental health and creator safety.
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FBI Director Kash Patel vehemently denied claims that President Trump orchestrated the NBA gambling bust due to player activism. Patel asserted his sole authority over arrest decisions, dismissing the suggestion as "dumbest thing I've ever heard." Social media users trolled him, saying he couldn't make any arrests in the Epstein or Diddy case whatsoever.
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A viral mukbang clip features streamer Nina Lin detailing extreme demands for an ideal partner, including complete obedience and financial control. Her "slave-like" requirements shocked viewers, especially following recent Twitch ban allegations. Fellow streamers Pokimane and iGumdrop's supportive reactions to Lin's controversial preferences have further fueled online debate about her behavior.
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