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Report: Kushner and Witkoff's Lack of Technical Experts Led to 'Malpractice' in Iran Talks
politics1 month ago

Report: Kushner and Witkoff's Lack of Technical Experts Led to 'Malpractice' in Iran Talks

A former White House official labeled the pre-war negotiations with Iran as 'total malpractice' due to the absence of technical advisers. The New Yorker reports that envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff failed to evaluate Iranian concessions, leading to a conflict that has lasted six months. Critics argue the pair were out of their depth, while Kushner simultaneously raised $5 billion for his private equity firm.

via Mediaite|
#iran-war#jared-kushner#nuclear-negotiations
Duffys' Road Trip Crashes as Critics Call It Corporate Promo
politics1 month ago

Duffys' Road Trip Crashes as Critics Call It Corporate Promo

The Daily Beast reports that Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s reality series The Great American Road Trip is a flop, drawing brutal early reviews from critics like The New Yorker and The New York Times who say the show blurs travel with promotion and leans into heavy product placement, funded by corporate sponsors (Toyota, Boeing, United Airlines, etc.), raising questions about who it’s for and whether it’s more PR than entertainment.

via The Daily Beast|
#politics#reality-television#road-trip
Midyear Book Buzz: The New Yorker’s 2026 Favorites
culture4 months ago

Midyear Book Buzz: The New Yorker’s 2026 Favorites

The New Yorker has unveiled its best books of 2026 so far, mixing buzzy titles like John of John (Douglas Stuart), Kin (Tayari Jones), London Falling (Patrick Radden Keefe), and Famesick (Lena Dunham) with anticipated reads such as This Is Where the Serpent Lives (Daniyal Mueenuddin) and The Witch (Marie Ndiaye); the piece also references The New York Times’ summer nonfiction picks and notes public libraries’ push for fair e-book pricing.

via Book Riot|
#best-books-2026#culture#libraries-e-books
Pete Hegseth Under Fire: Allegations and Scrutiny Intensify
politics1 year ago

Pete Hegseth Under Fire: Allegations and Scrutiny Intensify

Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, is facing allegations of alcohol abuse, sexual impropriety, and mismanagement during his tenure at veterans' non-profits, as reported by The New Yorker. The report, based on a whistleblower complaint, claims Hegseth was often drunk at events and engaged in inappropriate behavior with female staff. Hegseth, who was previously investigated for an alleged sexual assault in 2017, denies the claims, and his attorney has dismissed the report as baseless.

via CNBC|
#allegations#defense-secretary-nominee#donald-trump
Hasan Minhaj Sets the Record Straight on Controversial Claims
entertainment3 years ago

Hasan Minhaj Sets the Record Straight on Controversial Claims

Comedian Hasan Minhaj has responded to the New Yorker article that exposed alleged fabrications in his stand-up specials. In a 21-minute YouTube video, Minhaj refutes some of the claims made in the article, including a story about his prom rejection and an encounter with an FBI informant. While some details of the prom story are disputed, Minhaj provides evidence to support his version of events. The New Yorker stands by its article, but Minhaj has gained support from fans who believe him. The controversy is ongoing, and it remains to be seen how both parties will move forward.

via Slate|
#comedy#controversy#entertainment
Hasan Minhaj Counters New Yorker Profile with Video Rebuttal
entertainment3 years ago

Hasan Minhaj Counters New Yorker Profile with Video Rebuttal

Comedian Hasan Minhaj has released a 21-minute video rebutting a critical article about him published by The New Yorker. Minhaj addresses accusations of exaggerating elements in his standup comedy specials and denies making up or exaggerating racism in his life. The New Yorker stands by their story, stating that they carefully reported and fact-checked it. The video and article raise questions about the accuracy required from comics who tell true stories about racism and social issues. Minhaj apologizes for some exaggerations but maintains that he did not invent his personal experiences with racism.

via NPR|
#comedy#controversy#entertainment
Hasan Minhaj Sets the Record Straight on New Yorker's Allegations
arts3 years ago

Hasan Minhaj Sets the Record Straight on New Yorker's Allegations

Comedian Hasan Minhaj has released a 21-minute video addressing a New Yorker article that exposed fabrications in his personal storytelling during his stand-up specials. Minhaj apologized to those who felt betrayed and defended his use of fictionalized anecdotes to highlight issues of racism and threats. One specific anecdote about his high school prom was debunked by The New Yorker, but Minhaj maintained that the girl's mother did make a similar comment.

via The New York Times|
#apologies#arts#hasan-minhaj
Hasan Minhaj Defends Himself Against Misleading New Yorker Exposé
entertainment3 years ago

Hasan Minhaj Defends Himself Against Misleading New Yorker Exposé

Comedian Hasan Minhaj has responded to The New Yorker's article accusing him of embellishing some of his stand-up routines in a 20-minute video, calling the exposé "needlessly misleading." Minhaj apologized to anyone who felt betrayed or hurt by his stand-up, explaining that he made artistic choices to express himself and address larger issues affecting his community. He provided evidence to support the basic events of his stories and criticized The New Yorker for cherry-picking quotes and not fact-checking other comedians' specials. The New Yorker stands by its story, stating that it was carefully reported and fact-checked.

via Variety|
#apology#embellishment#entertainment
Hasan Minhaj's Fictionalized Comedy: The Truth Behind the Punch Lines
entertainment3 years ago

Hasan Minhaj's Fictionalized Comedy: The Truth Behind the Punch Lines

Comedian Hasan Minhaj admitted to fabricating details in his past stand-up specials, including stories about his daughter's anthrax exposure and an FBI informant infiltrating his family's mosque. Minhaj stated that his stories are based on "emotional truth" and that the fictionalized premises are worth the punchline. He defended his approach, comparing it to a haunted house ride where the point is the entertainment. The revelations came to light in a profile published by The New Yorker.

via Variety|
#emotional-truth#entertainment#fabrication
Elon Musk's Father Expresses Concerns of Possible Assassination Attempt
technology3 years ago

Elon Musk's Father Expresses Concerns of Possible Assassination Attempt

Elon Musk's father, Errol Musk, expressed fears that his billionaire son could be assassinated, criticizing a recent article in The New Yorker as a "hit job." The article explored Elon Musk's influence on government decisions regarding the war in Ukraine and raised concerns about his conversation with Vladimir Putin. Errol Musk referred to it as a "shadow government-sponsored opening salvo" and expressed concerns about a potential assassination attempt. Elon Musk has previously spoken about his security concerns, including his private jet being tracked and incidents involving stalkers.

via Business Insider|
#assassination-attempt#elon-musk#security-concerns