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The Intercept
5 days ago
- Politics
- The Intercept
Who's the Real Bully of the Middle East?
A tenuous ceasefire between Israel and Iran announced Monday appears to be holding. President Donald Trump made the announcement after unilaterally dragging the U.S. into the conflict and authorizing strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites using 30,000-pound bunker busters. Israel attacked Iran on June 13, just days before Iran and the U.S. were set to resume talks in Oman over the country's nuclear enrichment program. ' You don't have to be anti-war to understand that diplomacy in this case would've been better,' said Hooman Majd, an Iranian American writer and the author of three books on Iran. Majd is a contributor to NBC News and covered the 2015 Iran deal for the network. This week on The Intercept Briefing, Majd joins host Akela Lacy to discuss what's left of the path to diplomacy after years of sabotage, from Israel's aggressive military posture to Trump's withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal. The deal, formally known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, aimed to stop Iran from pursuing nuclear weapons development. Majd says that the incentive structure of the deal included increasing transparency, access, and inspections of Iran's nuclear sites and reintegrating the country back into the global economy: What 'Obama recognized was, 'Look, if you guys make this deal with us, your incentive to not build a bomb is very clear. … Inflation will go down. Your people will be happier. The economy won't be suffering the way it is. Sanctions will be lifted. You'll make money from oil sales. We'll have international companies coming and investing in Iran.' In 2018, during his first term, Trump pulled out of the agreement and now, after authorizing military strikes, has obliterated what little trust remained. 'The problem here is that with the Trump administration having once withdrawn from the nuclear deal that was working, and having now agreed to Israel attacking Iran, and then attacking Iran itself — there's no trust in diplomacy anymore on the Iranian side, and that's understandable,' says Hooman. Trump is reportedly set to resume talks with Iran next week. But will the ceasefire hold — given that Israel has repeatedly broken its own truces with other countries, and Trump's own volatility? Is a diplomatic solution still possible? Majd says it may take leaning more into Trump's personal ambitions, 'The only way it could be over, and this is unlikely, is that the U.S. under President Trump makes a deal that makes Mr. Trump, very happy, puts him along the path to his Nobel Peace Prize. And he, who's the only one right now, can prevent Israel from attacking Iran again.' You can hear the full conversation of The Intercept Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.
Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
MrBeast's friend Majd gains 100k YouTube subscribers and 1.4M views after viral weight loss challenge video
Content creator Majd has experienced a rapid rise in popularity after appearing in MrBeast's latest viral video, earning over 1.4 million views on his debut YouTube upload and surpassing 100,000 subscribers within just a few days. As reported by Dexerto, the surge in visibility followed the June 21 release of MrBeast's video, which challenged Majd to remain within a designated area until he lost 100 pounds. While the original reward was set at $250,000, Majd ultimately received more than $400,000 after reaching his goal. His first upload, a reaction video dedicated to his late fitness coach Tyler Wall—who passed away during the challenge—quickly gained traction. Starting with only a few hundred subscribers, Majd's channel grew to over 119,000 in less than three days. Majd's momentum wasn't limited to YouTube. His Instagram account, launched in early June, has already grown to more than 260,000 followers. On TikTok, he has surpassed 170,000 followers and recently addressed the rise of fake accounts impersonating him due to his newfound fame. Meanwhile, MrBeast's original video is performing exceptionally well. According to Viewstats, the challenge video has already crossed 130 million views in just five days, making it one of MrBeast's most successful uploads of 2025 so far. By comparison, his video exploring the pyramids in Egypt has reached just over 200 million views over the past four months. Majd's breakout moment highlights the immense influence of a MrBeast appearance—demonstrating how one feature can instantly launch a new creator into viral success across multiple platforms.
Mint
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
MrBeast slammed for posting friend's reaction to Coach Tyler Wall's death in viral weight loss video
YouTube sensation MrBeast is facing backlash after uploading a controversial video titled Lose 100 LBS, Win $250,000 on June 21, 2025. Intended to inspire viewers by documenting contestant Majd's weight loss journey, the video has ignited debate online. Particularly, for including his raw emotional response to the death of his trainer Coach Tyler Wall. In the video, Majd could be seen breaking down after learning that Coach Wall, who had been instrumental to his transformation, had unexpectedly passed away mid-challenge. The footage, which includes emotional piano music, came under the scanner with people accusing the YouTuber of exploitation. Many criticised the YouTuber's video and compared it with Logan Paul's 2017 'Suicide Forest' video, a now-notorious moment in YouTube history. One X (formerly Twitter) user said MrBeast adding sad piano music to Majd's reaction was disgusting. He added, 'Recording it AT ALL is insane... POSTING it is inhumane.' Some argued that the video crossed a line by capitalising on real grief for emotional impact. Another user said recording someone during their most vulnerable moments for an extended period and showing it was unhealthy. Others called for the video to be cancelled altogether after the trainer's death, saying that honouring the coach would have meant quietly supporting Majd without publicising his heartbreak. One X user bluntly commented that MrBeast should have stopped the video and just given him the money. In spite of the intense backlash, a section of people came to MrBeast's defence. They noted the video included a viewer discretion warning, a dedication to Coach Wall, and a statement from MrBeast's team claiming the coach's family had consented to the release of the footage. One of the viewers, defending the YouTuber, said the Wall family wanted MrBeast to post the footage. 'People are overreacting to farm clout,' the user wrote, urging critics to watch the video in its entirety. The video refers to Tyler as 'a kind and genuine spirit,' and mentions that his family hopes to keep his memory alive through positive messages. MrBeast has not commented on the controversy yet. The YouTuber is under fire for including a grieving contestant's raw emotional reaction to the death of his trainer, Coach Tyler Wall, in a video challenge. He was a personal trainer helping contestant Majd lose 100 pounds for a $250,000 prize. He tragically passed away mid-way through filming. Critics believe the video was exploitative for including footage of Majd's grief, especially accompanied by emotional music. Some compared it to Logan Paul's infamous 2017 video. As of now, the video remains live. MrBeast has not issued a statement.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'As bad as Logan Paul's forest suicide video': MrBeast faces backlash for airing video after Tyler Wall's death
MrBeast is making headlines for all the wrong reasons after uploading a controversial YouTube video. Titled "Lose 100 LBs, Win $250,000!" , the June 21, 2025 upload was meant to be inspirational, but quickly spiraled into controversy when fans claimed it was 'emotionally exploitative.' Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Why? Because it included the raw, emotional reaction of Majd, the video's star, after learning that his trainer, Coach Tyler Wall, had passed away mid-challenge. The Video That Sparked the Outrage On June 21, 2025, MrBeast uploaded Lose 100 LBs, Win $250,000!, documenting Majd's weight-loss journey. The stakes were high, and so was the motivation—Majd's trainer, Coach Tyler Wall, was his guiding force. But by Day 85, tragedy struck: Coach Wall was found dead. The moment Majd learns this on camera? It's raw, emotional... and now, extremely controversial. And yes, that exact moment made it into the final edit, complete with emotional piano music. That didn't sit well with a chunk of the internet. Fans Draw Logan Paul Comparisons Not everyone saw the video as inspiring. In fact, many found it exploitative. X user @DewEnjoyer didn't hold back: 'MrBeast adding sad piano music to the guy's reaction... is f**king disgusting. Recording it AT ALL is insane... POSTING it is inhumane.' The comparison to Logan Paul's 2017 'Suicide Forest' video, where he filmed a body in Japan's Aokigahara forest, was immediate and sharp. Another user, @drjellyfanguzzz said: 'I don't think recording somebody in their most vulnerable moments like that is healthy to show…' 'Fu*k You MrBeast' Other users felt MrBeast should've pulled the plug on the entire project after Tyler's passing. One X user wrote: 'Fuck you MrBeast. The solution was stopping the video and just giving him the money.' Another added that filming someone's grief in real time felt... wrong: 'I don't think recording somebody in their most vulnerable moments like that is healthy to show.' Many said it felt more like trauma than a tribute. But Not Everyone's Mad To be fair, not all fans are dragging MrBeast through the mud. Some are defending the video, urging others to watch it in full before jumping to conclusions. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now One viewer noted the video came with a viewer discretion warning, was dedicated to Coach Wall, and even claimed the family gave their blessing to share the footage: 'The family wanted MrBeast to post the footage… People are overreacting to farm clout.' In the description, the team wrote a heartfelt note calling Tyler 'a kind and genuine spirit' and said his family wanted his legacy to be one of hope and positivity . So… Was It Too Much? MrBeast has always blurred the line between inspiration and entertainment . But when real-life grief is involved, it gets complicated. Whether it was honoring a legacy or exploiting a tragedy... well, the internet's still arguing. One thing's for sure: in an age where everything is content, the line between 'sharing a story' and 'oversharing someone else's pain' has never been thinner.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
MrBeast Rewards Man with $250K for Achieving 100-Pound Weight Loss by Living in the Gym – Majd Exceeds Goals!
If you had a chance to win a quarter million dollars, how would you react? A man named Majd was put to the ultimate test by YouTuber MrBeast: he had to lose 100 pounds and spend a year at the gym. The outcome was one of the most heartbreaking, strong, and transformative stories on the channel. According to The Guardian, Majd was offered $250,000 by Mr. Beast in exchange for losing 100 pounds and spending a year living in a gym. Majd changed his life and inspired millions of people while losing more weight than was necessary and adding bonuses to his prize. What were Mr. Beast's challenge rules? American YouTuber James Stephen Donaldson, popularly known around the world as MrBeast, became well-known on his channel by hosting a variety of challenging and charitable events. The 27-year-old is the owner of the most popular channel on the video-sharing app, with an incredible 408M subscribers. According to the Times of India, the YouTuber recently shared a video of his new friend Majd, to whom he posed an interesting challenge. Majd began weighing 324 pounds and had to lose 100 pounds in a year to reach 224 pounds, but if he left the area, the challenge would be over. Additionally, a dedicated camera room would continuously monitor his progress to ensure he followed the challenge. In the video that was uploaded to his YouTube channel, MrBeast asserted that he was unaware that the challenge would turn into "one of the most powerful stories we have ever shared on our channel." Majd, who had never performed a squat, lost weight with the help of fitness coach Tyler Wall. He worked out five days a week, walked 18,000 steps a day, and consumed 2,500 calories. In a single month, he went from 324 to 303.5 pounds, a 20-pound drop. The YouTuber offered a fresh challenge to add more value to the $250,000. By the end of the second month, Majd had accomplished 31 push-ups and shed 286 pounds, adding $31,000 to his prize fund. How did Majd deal with the tragedy? On the eighty-fifth day of his weight loss challenge, Majd received the news that his coach, Tyler Wall, had died. After declining coaching from another coach, he continued to travel alone. By the third month, Majd had shed 271 pounds and completed tasks like carrying bags of cash and running a lap around the area. His prize fund rose to $321,000, an increase of $40,000. For his fourth challenge, he had to run a mile in 8 minutes and 30 seconds, increasing his prize money by $25,000. The next challenge was to hang dead on a bar, and MrBeast increased his prize by $1,000 for every second he stayed. After a month of training, he was able to hang for 60 seconds, earning an extra $60,000, thanks to the help of fitness influencer Jeff Nippard. Nippard offered Majd an extra $10,000 if he could pull a chest pull-up, increasing his prize money to $71,000. What was the outcome in the end? By day 178, Majd's weight had decreased beyond what was required for the challenge, and he had a beard makeover and met the well-known David Letterman, which altered his self-perception. The man had free access to healthy food, a basketball court, and an athletic training facility in addition to state-of-the-art equipment. His weight loss journey is remarkable because he wants to win prizes and works hard to get healthier.
