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Trump's Iran Ceasefire Is Less of a Deal and More of a Ticking Clock
BlogApr 8, 2026

Trump's Iran Ceasefire Is Less of a Deal and More of a Ticking Clock

On April 8, 2026 the United States and Iran announced a two‑week ceasefire, a development that has sparked cautious optimism in financial markets. While the pause temporarily eases hostilities, analysts argue the agreement may reinforce Iran’s regional leverage and create...

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Taiwan Diary, Day One
BlogApr 6, 2026

Taiwan Diary, Day One

A recent diary entry from Taipei notes the city’s vibrant luxury scene and high‑tech hospitality, yet observes a striking scarcity of children in public spaces. The author highlights bustling malls, European fashion, robot‑served ice buckets, and scooters, contrasting them with...

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The Big Ben Show: Jonathan Turley V. Thomas Paine
BlogApr 2, 2026

The Big Ben Show: Jonathan Turley V. Thomas Paine

The Big Ben Show has released a new episode featuring constitutional law scholar Jonathan Turley and journalist Robby Soave. The program is streamed on the Fox News podcast platform, with options to watch, listen, and share. Listeners are encouraged to...

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Will Israel Convince Trump To Go All The Way?
BlogMar 13, 2026

Will Israel Convince Trump To Go All The Way?

The National Interest piece highlights a stark divergence between Israel’s demand for the outright elimination of Iran’s nuclear program—and even regime change—and the United States’ more restrained objective of preventing a deliverable weapon while avoiding a protracted war. Washington balances...

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The Big Ben Show: Media Lies About Islamic Terror in NYC, John Cornyn's Last Stand
BlogMar 12, 2026

The Big Ben Show: Media Lies About Islamic Terror in NYC, John Cornyn's Last Stand

The latest episode of The Big Ben Show attacks mainstream media for allegedly distorting coverage of Islamic‑related terrorism in New York City and frames Senator John Cornyn as a final bulwark for conservative national‑security policy. The host also cross‑promotes a slate...

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The Big Ben Show: Ben Shapiro, Benham Ben Taleblu, Buck (Somehow Not Ben) Sexton
BlogMar 5, 2026

The Big Ben Show: Ben Shapiro, Benham Ben Taleblu, Buck (Somehow Not Ben) Sexton

The latest episode of The Big Ben Show drops as a supersized special, featuring Fox News host Ben Shapiro, Iran specialist Benham, and veteran commentator Buck Sexton, who recently landed a New York Times bestseller. The trio tackles the week’s political upheavals,...

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