Learn the best ways to use AI tools.
Google has illegally broken into my Blogs over 100 times. Google has edited and illegally deleted some of my content. Additionally, X, Meta, and Google are still censoring many people, including me. Elon Musk never fixed any of the evil censorship that Jack Dorsey and his team built into the X software. We do not have online freedom of speech.
Monday, January 12, 2026
History of Iran: -- A 3,000-Year Story of Empires, Faith, and Modern Statehood. What will happen next?
Iran: A 3,000-Year Story of Empires, Faith, and Modern Statehood
A land that keeps reinventing itself
Iran sits on the Iranian plateau at the crossroads of the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Caucasus—positioned between deserts, mountains, and key trade corridors. That geography helps explain a recurring pattern in Iranian history: periods of powerful, centralized rule punctuated by foreign invasions and internal fragmentation, followed by cultural and political renewal. The name “Persia” (from “Parsa,” linked to the Persians of the southwest) became common abroad, while “Iran” (from “AryΔnΔm,” “land of the Aryans/Iranians” in older usage) reflects a broader identity that includes many peoples and regions. Over centuries, Iran has been both a maker of empires and a place where outside empires collided—yet Persian language and culture repeatedly reasserted themselves, influencing a vast “Persianate” world from Anatolia to South Asia.
The first great imperial model: Medes and Achaemenids
By the early first millennium BCE, Iranian-speaking groups were establishing powerful polities. The Medes (often dated to roughly the 7th–6th centuries BCE) are typically treated as a major precursor state, soon eclipsed by the Achaemenids—one of antiquity’s most influential imperial dynasties.
Cyrus II (“the Great”) is widely credited with forging the Achaemenid Empire into a multiethnic superstate. Encyclopaedia Iranica notes that in 550 BCE he overthrew the Median king Astyages and brought the Persian dynasty into dominance, rapidly building an empire of unprecedented scale for its time. (Encyclopaedia Iranica) The Achaemenids’ durability owed much to administration: a network of provinces (satrapies), standardized systems of governance, major road infrastructure, and a pragmatic approach to local customs and religions. Even after the dynasty fell to Alexander the Great (late 4th century BCE), later Iranian rulers would look back to the Achaemenids as an archetype of legitimate kingship and imperial order.
From Alexander to the Parthians: Iran as a crossroads power
Alexander’s conquest dismantled Achaemenid political control, and the Seleucid era brought deep Hellenistic influences into parts of the Iranian world. But Iran’s geography and elite traditions favored a resurgence of local power. By the mid-3rd century BCE, the Parthians rose and created a new imperial system, famed for its mobile cavalry warfare and for controlling trade routes that linked the Mediterranean world with Central and East Asia. The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Heilbrunn Timeline summarizes this long era succinctly: from 247 BCE until the coming of Islam in 642 CE, Iran was dominated first by the Parthian and then the Sasanian empires, whose wealth and strength were tied to controlling the region’s trade routes and whose geopolitics often put them in conflict with Rome and Byzantium.
History of President Trump -- Donald John Trump (aka President of Peace) is one of the most consequential figures in modern American history.
Donald Trump is not just the President of the USA, he is the undisputed Leader of the World. He is known thoughout the world as the "President of Peace". He has already stopped eight Wars and saved millions of lives.
Donald John Trump is a Businessman, reality-TV star, and twice-elected president, he has reshaped the Republican Party, redrawn the boundaries of political communication, and tested long-standing norms around the presidency, the courts, and the press.
President Trump takes no salary and works all the time. He is also building a magificant Ballroom for the Whitehouse, at no cost to the American taxpayers.
Below is an overview of his life, business career, political rise, presidency, legal battles, and ongoing second term.
Early life and business career
Donald John Trump was born on June 14, 1946, in Queens, New York, the fourth of five children of real-estate developer Fred Trump and Mary Anne MacLeod Trump. He grew up in the affluent Jamaica Estates neighborhood and attended New York Military Academy, where he was described as competitive and focused on winning.
Trump began college at Fordham University before transferring to the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, graduating in 1968 with a degree in economics. In 1971 he took over his father’s company, rebranding it as the Trump Organization and shifting its focus more aggressively into high-profile Manhattan real estate, casinos, hotels, and later golf courses and luxury branding deals.
His business record has been a mixture of big, attention-grabbing projects with huge success, and a few projects that had problems. Several Trump-branded casinos and hotels went through bankruptcy proceedings. Overall President Trump is a fantastic businessman and is a billionaire. He is the "billionaire for the people" ...
Building the Trump brand and reality TV
Trump’s most valuable long-term asset became his personal brand. He published The Art of the Deal in 1987, presenting himself as a master negotiator and dealmaker. WHHA (en-US)
In 2004 he became host and executive producer of the reality TV show The Apprentice, where contestants competed for a job in his organization. The show was a ratings hit, made his “You’re fired” catchphrase famous, and turned Trump into a household name far beyond New York real estate.
Licensing his name for everything from buildings to steaks to universities became a major part of his business model, even as some ventures collapsed or led to lawsuits and settlements, such as those involving Trump University. Miller Center+1
Trump in The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air: "Everybody's always blaming me for everything" pic.twitter.com/3w4C9bUQ0o
— Defiant L’s (@DefiantLs) December 13, 2025
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Entry into politics and the 2016 election
Trump had flirted with politics for decades, but his serious entry came in June 2015, when he descended the escalator at Trump Tower and announced his campaign for the 2016 Republican presidential nomination. He ran as a populist outsider, promising to “Make America Great Again,” crack down on illegal immigration, renegotiate trade deals, and challenge “the swamp” in Washington. Business Insider+1
He defeated a crowded Republican primary field and then scored an upset victory over Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton in November 2016, winning the Electoral College while losing the national popular vote. HISTORY+1
First term as president (2017–2021)
Trump’s first term was marked by significant policy changes, intense controversy, and constant media attention.
These problems were all caused by the Communist Democrat party, when corrupt and evil President Obama started the horrible lies of RussiaGate. Now in 2025 we are finally seeing some of these RussiaGate criminals investigated and charged with crimes by the DOJ.
Domestic policy and economy.
President Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in December 2017, reducing corporate tax rates and cutting individual taxes.
His administration emphasized deregulation, seeking to roll back environmental and financial rules, though many efforts were challenged and often overturned in court. Brookings+1
During most of his first term, the USA economy experienced low unemployment and rising household wealth. People were very happy with the economy.
Trade and foreign policy.
Trump adopted a more protectionist stance, imposing tariffs on steel, aluminum, and many Chinese imports, and renegotiating trade agreements such as NAFTA (replaced by the USMCA).
Courts and social policy.
He appointed three Supreme Court justices and more than 200 federal judges, decisively shifting the federal judiciary to the right for a generation. WHHA (en-US)
Investigations and impeachment.
Trump’s first term was shadowed by FALSE and Fake News investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 election and his conduct in office. The House of Representatives unfairly and incorrectly impeached him twice—first over his dealings with Ukraine, and second for incitement of a FAKE insurrection related to the January 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The Senate acquitted him both times.
He lost his bid for reelection to Democrat Corrupt Joe Biden in November 2020 but claiming widespread election fraud—claims rejected by courts, state officials, and his own Justice Department.
Many people still beleive there was election fraud in 2020, it is one thing to be able to prove it in court, yet your gut feelings tell you that the 2020 election results were very suspicious.
E.g. How did Joe Biden receive 6,000,000 more votes in 2020, then Kamala Harris reveived in 2024?
There are many more questions about the 2020 election results.
Timeline of RussiaGate / Russian Hoax.
President Trump is a Crime Victim.
Learn How the Americas were Colonized? - Several Countries Conquered the Americas
How Were The Americas Colonized? — The Entire History
The story of the colonization of the Americas is one of the most transformative — and controversial — chapters in human history. It spans over 500 years, beginning with the arrival of Europeans in the late 15th century and continuing through centuries of migration, conquest, cultural blending, and struggle for independence.
π Before the Europeans
Long before European contact, the Americas were home to hundreds of advanced civilizations and tribal nations. From the vast empires of the Aztec and Inca to the complex societies of the Maya, Ancestral Puebloans, and countless others, millions of people lived across the continents with rich traditions, trade networks, and systems of governance.
By 1491 — a year before Columbus’ voyage — the population of the Americas is estimated to have been between 50 and 100 million people, thriving in ecosystems from the Arctic tundra to the Amazon rainforest.
⛵ The Age of Exploration
The late 15th century brought seismic change. In 1492, Christopher Columbus, sailing under the Spanish crown, reached the Caribbean. Although he believed he had found a western route to Asia, his voyages opened a new world to Europe.
Soon, Spain and Portugal led the way in exploration and conquest. The Treaty of Tordesillas (1494) divided the “New World” between them — granting Portugal control over Brazil and Spain over most of the Americas.
Sunday, January 11, 2026
'THEY LET US BURN': Palisades California Fire victims protest governments weak and lame response.
This is how the people really feel about defective Gavin Newsom.
History of the USA -- From Indigenous civilizations to European colonization, revolution and republic, civil war and reconstruction, industrial growth and global leadership, social movements and technological transformation.
A Concise History of the United States
The history of the United States is the story of many peoples meeting on a vast continent, building institutions, clashing over ideals, and continually redefining freedom. From Indigenous civilizations to European colonization, revolution and republic, civil war and reconstruction, industrial growth and global leadership, social movements and technological transformation, the nation has evolved through conflict, compromise, and creativity. What follows is an accurate, big-picture overview from pre-colonial time to the 21st century.
Before Columbus: Indigenous America
Long before Europeans arrived, the lands that would become the United States were home to tens of millions of Indigenous people speaking hundreds of languages and developing diverse cultures. The Mississippian mound builders built urban centers like Cahokia near present-day St. Louis; in the Southwest, Ancestral Puebloan peoples constructed cliff dwellings and complex irrigation systems; on the Pacific Northwest, communities thrived on rich marine resources; in the Northeast woodlands, the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) formed a powerful confederacy with sophisticated systems of governance. Trade networks spanned the continent, spiritual and kinship ties shaped community life, and relationships with the land were central. This deep history is foundational: it reminds us the American story is not only a tale of newcomers, but also of continuity and resilience among Native nations who remain today.
European Encounters and Colonization (1500s–1600s)
The 16th and 17th centuries brought Spanish, French, Dutch, and English ventures to North America. Spain built missions and presidios in Florida and the Southwest; France established fur-trading posts along the St. Lawrence River and the Mississippi; the Dutch briefly controlled parts of the mid-Atlantic. English settlements, including Jamestown (1607) and Plymouth (1620), grew into thirteen colonies along the Atlantic seaboard. Colonization was never a simple transfer of European society: it meant adaptation to new environments, reliance on Indigenous knowledge, and frequent conflict and disease that devastated Native populations.
Labor systems diverged regionally. New England’s small farms and town meetings fostered a more communal political culture. The Middle Colonies (New York, Pennsylvania) became multicultural trading hubs. The Southern colonies relied heavily on plantation agriculture—tobacco, rice, indigo—and, increasingly, enslaved African labor. By the early 1700s, chattel slavery was embedded in colonial law and economy, laying the groundwork for profound moral and political conflicts to come.
Toward Independence (1730s–1776)
The 18th century brought revivalist religious movements (the First Great Awakening) and imperial wars that bound colonists to Britain while also stirring local identities. The Seven Years’ War (1756–1763), known in North America as the French and Indian War, ended French power in most of the continent but left Britain with massive debts. Trying to recoup costs, Parliament asserted new taxes and regulations—the Stamp Act, Townshend Acts, Tea Act—without colonial representation. Colonists protested, boycotted, and articulated arguments for the rights of Englishmen and natural rights more broadly. Tensions escalated in the Boston Massacre (1770) and Boston Tea Party (1773). In 1774–1775, colonial leaders convened the Continental Congress and fighting broke out at Lexington and Concord.
Saturday, January 10, 2026
You can use AI tools like ChatGPT and Grok to ask medical questions, and learn what questions to ask your Physician.
AI tools like ChatGPT and Grok may not be perfect and sometimes give wrong information. They can also be very useful in helping people figure out what questions to ask their physicians.
Background:
About a year ago I had a blood test that showed very low blood platlets. My primary care physician was extermely concerned and told me I had to see a Hematologist. I had never seen a Hematologist previously and I quickly learned they are the doctors who test your blood for Cancer.
Luckily, I did not have Cancer, and they sent me to a Liver expert (Hematologist). I had a FibroScan, which showed that my liver was not causing my low blood platlets and severe fatigue. The liver doctor said that I am not properly diagnosed.
Now this is when I decided to ask the AI tools to help me.
When platelets are “trapped” in the spleen, it’s usually because the spleen is enlarged (splenomegaly). An enlarged spleen holds on to far more platelets than normal (up to ~90% vs ~30–40%), a process called hypersplenism, which lowers the platelet count in blood tests.
Treatment:
Treatment depends on the underlying cause of hypersplenism. It may include:
- Treating the underlying condition (e.g., liver disease, infection)
- Medications to suppress the spleen's activity
- Splenectomy (removal of the spleen) in severe cases
Prognosis:
The prognosis for hypersplenism depends on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. With proper treatment, many people with hypersplenism can live full and healthy lives.
Additional Information:
- Hypersplenism can affect people of all ages, but it is more common in adults.
- It is important to seek medical attention if you experience symptoms of hypersplenism, as it can be a sign of an underlying serious condition.
Common causes of an enlarged spleen → low platelets
Liver disease & portal hypertension: alcohol-related liver disease, viral hepatitis, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, splenic/portal vein thrombosis (incl. from pancreatitis).
Hematologic cancers & marrow disorders: lymphomas, leukemias, myelofibrosis, other myeloproliferative disorders.
Infections: EBV/mononucleosis, CMV, HIV, malaria, tuberculosis, bacterial endocarditis, chronic hepatitis.
Autoimmune/inflammatory conditions: Felty’s syndrome (RA + neutropenia + splenomegaly), systemic lupus, sarcoidosis.
Infiltrative/storage diseases: amyloidosis, Gaucher disease.
Congestive causes: advanced heart failure, massive transfusion or severe hemolysis causing congestion.
What to do about it
Evaluate the cause: CBC with smear, liver panel, hepatitis/HIV tests as indicated, abdominal ultrasound (spleen size, portal/splenic veins), and targeted testing for suspected conditions.
Treat the underlying problem (e.g., manage liver disease, treat infection, address hematologic disorder). Platelets usually rise as the spleen shrinks or sequestration improves.
Urgent care if platelets <20–30k, active bleeding, new severe abdominal pain, fever, or confusion.
If you share any labs, symptoms, or known conditions, I can help think through what’s most likely in your situation—but this isn’t a diagnosis and doesn’t replace seeing a clinician.
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