Unveiling Trump’s Financial Leap: A Presidential Push?
Spend some downtime enveloped in a plush armchair, indulging in some of the choicest longreads of the week. As the leisurely day unfolds, you might find yourself craving the tranquillity of a secluded nook paired with a leisurely read. A curated sample of cream-of-the-crop reads from this week has been gathered for your perusal.
Ever wondered about the financial gains made by Donald Trump and his kith and kin from his presidential tenure? An in-depth analysis delves into this matter. In the spring season, Forbes, famous for its wealth calculation methodology for the ultra-rich, speculated that Trump’s net worth witnessed a considerable increase in the past year, crossing the five billion dollar mark.
Furthermore, during mid-summer, the Times speculated Trump’s wealth to be more than ten billion dollars. However, both these speculated sums are inclusive of substantial amounts of hypothetical profits that may vanish if the Trump family decides to liquidate select business ventures.
These speculated wealth calculations also encompass assets that haven’t been associated with any discernible misuse of power. Examples of these include properties that Trump was in possession of prior to his presidential term and dues paid by resort visitors who have an objective unrelated to politics, such as a desire to enjoy a luxurious golf course or extravagant hotel accommodation.
The act of refuting atrocities serves as another important discussion point. Despite the presence of evidence from trustable sources such as the United Nations, various aid agencies and healthcare professionals, proving the occurrence of human rights abuse and starvation in Gaza, sizeable fractions of the Israeli population remain in denial.
In times past, when similar denial tactics were employed, the details of the staged events were at least intricate. Many people remember the instance of Muhammad Al-Durrah, a twelve-year-old boy who lost his life in Gaza in the autumn of 2000. This unfortunate incident has become a poignant symbol of the Second Intifada.
Shifting focus towards a prominent political lineage, we look at the Kennedys, who are currently dealing with the fallout of Robert F Kennedy Jr’s association with the Trump administration. The politically influential family professes concerns over the potential harm it can cause to their reputed lineage.
Towards a different tangent, a story to note is that of the late Peter Betts, who shuffled off his mortal coil in 2023. Known for his strategic role as the European Union’s principal climate negotiator and his contributions to drafting the ground-breaking Paris Agreement, he left his mark in the realm of climate policy.
Posthumously, Betts penned a book, which saw its release this month. Within its pages, he encapsulates his experiences while attending the numerous round of climate change conferences, fondly known as the Cop meetings.
Coming to a thrilling two-part expose, it is about an incarcerated murderer on death row successfully coaxing a confession of his heinous acts from one of America’s notorious serial killers. Without question, a chilling tale of crime and confession.
Pivoting to a vastly different narrative, the story highlights the altruistic endeavors of volunteers in Ukraine, operating near the frontlines of conflict. Amidst the ongoing violence resulting in fatalities and homelessness, they have committed themselves to finding safe havens for affected pets.
Even under relentless bouts of assaults on Kharkiv city in Eastern Ukraine, dwindling funds, and staff shortages, the city’s Animal Shelter has managed to keep its operations running. It seems the force of compassion knows no bounds.
We also recollect a valuable piece from our archive. The narrative offers an insightful view into the alterations in dream patterns observed in individuals living under the heavy hand of autocratic rule. A noteworthy retrospective that remains relevant and thought-provoking.