A new political and cultural controversy is unfolding after podcaster Candace Owens released leaked audio she claims came from a private Zoom meeting held days after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The recording, allegedly featuring comments from Erika Kirk, quickly spread across social media and ignited intense backlash.
31 January,2026 01:40 AM ISTGlobal rap icon Nicki Minaj has officially entered the political spotlight, publicly endorsing US President Donald Trump in a high-profile appearance that has sparked widespread conversation across political and entertainment circles. During a formal event attended by major political and business figures, Minaj openly positioned herself as Trump’s strongest supporter, condemning what she described as coordinated smear campaigns and public pressure tactics targeting the President. She emphasized that criticism and opposition have only strengthened her political stance, reinforcing her support through faith-based remarks and public declarations of confidence in Trump’s leadership. WATCH
29 January,2026 10:49 PM ISTU.S. President Donald Trump has reignited tensions with Canada, launching sharp criticism over Ottawa’s growing engagement with China and its resistance to a proposed “Golden Dome” missile defence system extending over Greenland. In a series of statements posted on Truth Social and delivered at global forums including Davos, Trump accused Canada of prioritising economic ties with Beijing at the cost of its own national security. He warned that China could “eat them up” within a year if current policies continue, framing Canada’s outreach to Beijing as a strategic vulnerability for North America. WATCH
25 January,2026 04:09 AM ISTA growing rift inside conservative media has now turned legal. Commentator Candace Owens says she received a cease and desist letter from Turning Point USA, warning her over public commentary tied to the death of Charlie Kirk. The dispute centers on claims, denials, and questions raised on Owens’ podcast, along with TPUSA’s assertion that certain boundaries were crossed. Owens has rejected calls to retract statements, arguing that inconsistencies and unanswered issues justified continued discussion.
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