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West Hollywood City Council candidate Tanya Sikhanovsky joins Stella Inger Escobedo to discuss rising antisemitism, political hypocrisy, public safety, and the future of West Hollywood, California. As the city faces growing concerns over crime, homelessness, and local leadership, Sikhanovsky explains why she’s running for office and what she believes needs to change.

In this exclusive interview on Stella News, Sikhanovsky shares her personal experiences with antisemitism and exclusion in a city that prides itself on diversity, inclusion, and progressive values. She discusses the impact of October 7th on West Hollywood’s Jewish community, her growing disillusionment with the Democratic Party, and the political divisions affecting longtime friendships and communities.

The conversation also explores West Hollywood’s changing identity, from what Sikhanovsky remembers as the “gay Beverly Hills” to a city grappling with public safety concerns, homelessness, urban development, and controversial local policies. She outlines her campaign priorities, including support for law enforcement, community safety, responsible city planning, and protecting the character of West Hollywood.

With local elections approaching, Stella and Tanya discuss the influence of progressive and socialist candidates, the importance of civic engagement, and why voters should pay closer attention to the decisions being made at the city council level.

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Tanya Sikhanovsky and Her Campaign
01:28 Tanya’s Background and Connection to West Hollywood
02:24 Antisemitism and Political Exclusion in West Hollywood
03:20 Law Enforcement and Community Safety
04:28 West Hollywood’s Russian and Jewish Communities
05:21 October 7th and Its Impact on Friendships
06:43 Why Tanya Is Questioning the Democratic Party
08:14 West Hollywood City Council Campaign and Policies
10:41 Urban Development, Bike Lanes, and City Planning
12:11 Crime and Public Safety in West Hollywood
13:02 Homelessness and Public Safety Solutions
15:55 Is West Hollywood Losing Its Identity?
16:54 Progressive Politics and Socialist Candidates
17:46 Why Voting in Local Elections Matters
20:24 Tanya’s Final Message to West Hollywood Voters

United Airlines pilot Ibrahim Mossallam, his comments defending the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, and questions about his return to flying are the focus of this interview with journalist Libby Blanca Alon and Stella Escobedo.

Libby, the White House correspondent for Israel’s Channel 14 News, discusses her reporting on Mossallam’s suspension and subsequent return to the cockpit. She says that, at the time of this interview, he had again been suspended from flying.

Libby shares allegations from her sources that two fellow United pilots gave up first-class seats to remain in the cockpit with him, and that the pilots’ union intervened against efforts to dismiss him. Stella and Libby also discuss his reported leadership role at CAIR-New York, United’s handling of the controversy, and calls for greater transparency and pilot vetting.

Libby says the FBI is investigating the matter. The conversation explores passenger safety, aviation security, public trust, and the questions Libby believes United Airlines still needs to answer. It also touches on separate allegations involving other pilots and their social media posts.

What information should passengers be able to know about the pilots flying their planes? Share your thoughts below.

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France is on fire, but is the unrest really just about education reform?
Stella Escobedo speaks with Catherine Perez-Shakdam about the destruction, the media coverage, and what Catherine argues is really happening in the country where she grew up.

Born and raised in Paris, Catherine describes how she gained access to political and religious figures inside the Islamic Republic of Iran. Drawing on that experience, she challenges the portrayal of France’s unrest as simply a dispute over schools and education funding, arguing that deeper ideological threats deserve scrutiny.
In this episode, Stella and Catherine discuss political Islam, radical ideologies, Western civilization, cultural identity, and the role of education in protecting future generations. They also reflect on leadership, courage, and the responsibility to defend freedom.
The conversation includes the bravery of Indian Flydubai captain Smit Machchhar, protecting children’s futures, and the importance of political engagement ahead of the U.S. midterm elections.

What do you think is happening in France? Share your thoughts below.
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Flydubai captain Smit Machchhar tells Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu what happened during the co-pilot attack on Flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv.

In this episode, Stella Escobedo examines Captain Machchhar’s account, including his statement that co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami asked to pray before attacking him. Stella breaks down the captain’s struggle to open the cockpit door while injured, the critical intervention by passengers, and the questions surrounding pilot screening and airline security.

The episode also explores reports about the co-pilot’s background at Oman Air, cockpit prayer and FAA rules, and the implications for the UAE-Israel relationship under the Abraham Accords. Stella examines Laura Loomer’s criticism of Tucker Carlson’s Abu Dhabi appearance and asks what travelers should expect from the airlines responsible for their safety.
What needs to change about pilot background checks and cockpit security? Share your thoughts below.

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0:00 The Mid-Flight Cockpit Assault
1:49 Fighting for Control at 30,000 Feet
5:03 The Dangerous Gaps in Aviation Security
9:44 The Radicalization of a Commercial Pilot
12:01 Diplomatic Tensions and Controversial Visits

The U.S. Muslim voting block is mobilizing for the 2026 election cycle. Stella Escobedo examines the latest organizing efforts.

This episode breaks down the recent push by the Council on American Islamic Relations (CAIR) to activate voters across the country. Stella analyzes the impact of National Muslim Voter Registration Day events and explores the legislative push surrounding the Designate CAIR as a Terrorist Organization Act, which has become a focal point of debate.

We look at the priority states identified for the upcoming 2026 cycle and what this mobilization means for national politics. Stella provides a breakdown of the organizational strategies at play and the specific political goals being pursued by these advocacy groups as they seek to influence future outcomes.

What do you make of this push to organize the U.S. Muslim voting block in key states? Comment below and subscribe to Stella News for independent, accountability journalism the mainstream media won't touch.

Flydubai Flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, after a reported cockpit stabbing and sharp descent. Benjamin Netanyahu said one pilot apparently tried to crash the aircraft before people on board intervened.

In this episode, Stella Escobedo examines the New York Times’ early “altercation” wording, the Washington Post’s coverage, and the alarming accounts that followed. Did the early headlines convey the seriousness of what happened?

Stella breaks down Netanyahu’s statement, accounts of passengers and crew intervening, and the questions investigators still need to answer. She also speaks with Beni Sabti, an Iran expert at the Institute for National Security Studies (INSS), about the security concerns raised by the incident and questions about flying to Israel.

This is a developing story. The full sequence of events and motive remain under investigation.
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Benjamin Netanyahu’s UN speech sparked a viral diplomat walkout—but what did the headlines leave out? Stella Escobedo was inside the United Nations and breaks down the footage, the reaction, and the context behind the empty seats.

In this episode, Stella examines Associated Press reporting on how the Palestinian mission coordinated the walkout, why empty seats don’t tell you how many countries remained, and Israeli Ambassador Danny Danon’s claim that representatives of 115 countries stayed.

Watch Netanyahu’s response to the departing delegates and his claim that some of their leaders privately thanked Israel for its actions against Iran. Stella also revisits his remarks about October 7 and challenges how the speech and walkout were framed in the headlines.
The walkout happened. Did the coverage give you the whole picture?
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Suspected terror plot at RAF Fairford: five men arrested near the British air base used by the U.S. Air Force for strikes on Iran, on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offences. Then all five were released on bail. Counter-terror police say they remain under investigation and are looking at whether foreign-state proxies were involved.

And now a UK news anchor is saying what the government won't. TalkTV host Alex Phillips went viral for tearing into the government in her monologue, because they refuse to connect the dots with illegal mass migration, Islamist extremism and national security. Not all heroes wear capes.

I spent years in mainstream media. You would never be allowed to say what Alex said on air. But people are fed up. Europe has had enough. And here in America, after what we saw at our southern border under the Biden administration, we aren't far behind.

Watch Alex Phillips' full takedown, the UK government's response, and my breakdown of what this means for U.S. troops overseas and for America's own border security.

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Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the United Nations General Assembly while pro-Palestinian protesters gathered outside UN headquarters in New York City. Journalist Stella Escobedo was there for the speech and the demonstrations—and brings viewers her firsthand account of both.

In this episode of Stella News, Stella shows us the chaos outside of the UN to see the protesters, Palestinian flags, and anti-Israel signs surrounding the event. What messages were demonstrators displaying? How did the scene outside compare with what Israel’s prime minister was saying inside?

Stella also examines Netanyahu’s message to Jews around the world: hold your head high, be proud, and do not give in to intimidation. She reflects on his comments about antisemitism and Jewish identity against the backdrop of the demonstrations she witnessed.

First Lady Melania Trump rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange to launch the inaugural IMPERIA Summit on September 23, 2026. In this episode, Stella Escobedo takes viewers inside the gathering of women CEOs and senior executives focused on women’s leadership, economic influence, and the next decade of business.
What is IMPERIA—and what does it aim to accomplish? Described as a “Davos for women,” the initiative brings influential business leaders together to build connections, encourage collaboration, and advance women’s economic power.
The summit brought together leaders including AMD Chair and CEO Dr. Lisa Su and CLEAR Chair and CEO Caryn Seidman Becker. It came as AMD reached a major milestone: a $1 trillion market valuation.
Watch for an inside look at Melania Trump’s IMPERIA launch, the NYSE opening bell, and the conversation about women shaping the future of business.
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