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Noam Chomsky made global headlines in the past 24 hours due to a wave of erroneous reports announcing his death. According to AOL News, Chomsky’s wife, Valeria Wasserman Chomsky, personally refuted these claims, confirming that the legendary linguist and activist is still very much alive. The incident triggered an outpouring of messages on social media expressing both concern and relief, with Twitter and Threads igniting with hashtags like #ChomskyLives and #FreePalestine in reference to recent commentary attributed to him on the ongoing Gaza conflict.
Speaking of the Israel-Gaza crisis, Chomsky’s legacy as a critic of U.S. foreign policy and Israeli government actions has been freshly reinvigorated. Social media buzz, particularly from Threads, stressed his continued advocacy for Palestinian rights, highlighting recurring references to his seminal interviews and works, though with some critical commentary about his positions and alleged contradictions. The fierce debate about his stance on boycotts, divestment, and sanctions toward Israel is still ongoing, and his nuanced support for BDS in the occupied territories—though not against Israel itself—continues to spark division online.
Business activity around Chomsky is minimal but notable: Intellectual engagement remains his main public-facing 'business.' While specifics about new books or speaking engagements are rare for a man now in his late nineties, his archived lectures, interviews, and books have seen a resurgence in purchase and streaming, particularly following the death rumors. Ars Notoria, in a recent October feature, recounted his impact on the field of linguistics, underscoring the enduring appeal of his theories. Critics, however, are keen to point out that much of his linguistic work—like Universal Grammar—has faced significant scrutiny and, according to some commentators, has been largely superseded.
No recently confirmed public appearances have emerged in the past three days, and as of this morning, there are no verified reports of interviews or lectures. However, Chomsky’s last notable digital event was his scheduled participation in a Bangladeshi interview show on Facebook Live, reported by TBS News, though there are no updates indicating the event occurred as planned.
Finally, the commentary swirl delves into speculation about Chomsky’s complex biography, including references to his defense department funding decades ago, controversial meetings with Jeffrey Epstein, and banking transactions that remain the subject of conjecture. These remain unconfirmed beyond media speculation and Chomsky’s own terse explanations.
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