10 summer page-turners

Even if every eligible voter had cast a ballot in the 2020 Democratic primary, Kamala Harris would still have lost the nomination—that’s the takeaway from a new analysis. The study crunched the numbers on turnout and delegate math, showing Biden’s lead was simply too big for her (or any other contender) to overcome, regardless of participation gaps.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a "what if" about Harris—it’s a reality check on how primary systems work. Turnout matters, but so do structural advantages like Biden’s strong support among key demographics and early endorsements. For progressives frustrated by low youth voting, it’s a reminder that mobilization alone doesn’t always rewrite the script.

A new Oxfam report drops a staggering stat: the wealth of the planet’s top 1% is so vast that it could wipe out extreme poverty worldwide—not just once, but 22 times. It’s a jaw-dropping contrast that highlights just how skewed global wealth distribution has become.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another inequality headline—it’s a visceral reminder of how fixable poverty could be if resources were allocated differently. The report lands as governments debate tax reforms and social spending, making it a lightning rod for conversations about fairness, power, and who gets to call the shots in the global economy.

Two Metropolitan Police officers were found guilty of gross misconduct after strip-searching a schoolgirl based on a false suspicion that she had cannabis. The search happened at her school, adding to the trauma of an already humiliating and unjust situation.

Editor’s Note: This isn't just about one bad search—it's part of a bigger pattern of police overreach, especially involving young people and marginalized communities. When officers misuse their power in such a vulnerable setting (a school, no less), it erodes trust in law enforcement and raises serious questions about safeguards—or the lack of them—for minors. Stories like this fuel debates over systemic reform and how to hold police accountable.

While attending the NATO summit in the Netherlands, President Trump praised allied nations for increasing their defense budgets—a long-standing priority of his. Meanwhile, the Pentagon released additional details about recent U.S. military strikes targeting Iran, though the article doesn’t delve into specifics. The two threads—diplomatic posturing at NATO and escalating tensions with Iran—highlight the administration’s dual focus on alliance pressure and confrontational foreign policy.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about Trump’s NATO talking points or another military update—it’s a snapshot of how the administration juggles diplomacy and deterrence. The defense spending wins at NATO may play well domestically, but the Iran strikes add to a volatile backdrop. Readers should watch how these moves affect global stability and U.S. alliances, especially with Tehran likely to respond.

Brian Johnson, the controversial fitness influencer known as "Liver King," has been arrested and charged after publicly threatening podcaster Joe Rogan. In a now-viral rant, Johnson challenged Rogan to a physical fight, declaring, "Man to man, I'm picking a fight with you." The altercation appears to stem from Johnson's unverified claims about Rogan mocking his extreme carnivore diet and lifestyle.

Editor’s Note: This isn't just another internet beef—it's a real-world escalation with legal consequences. Liver King's arrest highlights how online bravado can spill into serious trouble, especially when threats are involved. For Rogan, it's another bizarre chapter in his long history of public feuds, but for Johnson, it could mean real legal fallout. It also raises questions about the blurred line between performance and recklessness in influencer culture.