A viral video of a “tense” conversation between President Joe Biden and former president Barack Obama has sparked several theories on social media.

The seemingly uncomfortable conversation between the two was caught on camera during the service for Ethel Kennedy, the matriarch of the Kennedy family, at St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Cathedral in Washington, DC.

The video does not have the audio of the conversation and only records the audio of the church organ as the two converse. Obama appears to say “no” and “not good” as he shakes his head.

During the conversation, Obama even turned away from Biden, after which Biden reached out to him and touched his arm.&nbsp;

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Former president Bill Clinton was also standing beside them but wasn’t part of the talk and did look&nbsp;over at them. He interrupted the two and gestured them to look in the front of the cathedral.

Obama and Biden met for the first time since Biden dropped out of the presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris.

<h2>Theories spew over social media</h2>

The viral video has led to social media users speculating what President Biden and Obama are talking about. Various theories have emerged as people became curious about their tense conversation caught on camera.

A user on X said she reached out to her deaf coworkers to know if they could make out what they were saying.

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“Obama says ‘No’ then shakes his head and says ‘Not good’. Hopefully they are talking about Kamala's campaign LOL.”

Another user wrote: I couldn't make out what Biden uttered to Obama, but the beginning of the reply from Obama was, "Nope, nope ... (he nods his head, no, and then says) it's gone." The look on Obama’s face is ominous, and Biden's look is one of shock.

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I couldn't make out what Biden uttered to Obama, but the beginning of the reply from Obama was, "Nope, nope ... (he nods his head, no, and then says) it's gone." 
 
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After Biden dropped out of the elections, Obama endorsed Kamala Harris. He stirred a controversy after he urged black male voters to side with Kamala, suggesting those who don’t are sexist.

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A viral video of a “tense” conversation between President Joe Biden and former president Barack Obama has sparked several theories on social media. The seemingly uncomfortable conversation between the two was caught on camera during the service for Ethel Kennedy, the matriarch of the Kennedy family, at St.

A viral video of a “tense” conversation between President Joe Biden and former president Barack Obama has sparked several theories on social media. The seemingly uncomfortable conversation between the two was caught on camera during the service for Ethel Kennedy, the matriarch of the Kennedy family, at St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Cathedral in Washington, DC. The video does not have the audio of the conversation and only records the audio of the church organ as the two converse. Obama appears to say “no” and “not good” as he shakes his head. During the conversation, Obama even turned away from Biden, after which Biden reached out to him and touched his arm. Also read | Trump rally suspect wrongfully arrested for assassination bid sues California sheriff Former president Bill Clinton was also standing beside them but wasn’t part of the talk and did look over at them. He interrupted the two and gestured them to look in the front of the cathedral. Obama and Biden met for the first time since Biden dropped out of the presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. Theories spew over social media The viral video has led to social media users speculating what President Biden and Obama are talking about. Various theories have emerged as people became curious about their tense conversation caught on camera. A user on X said she reached out to her deaf coworkers to know if they could make out what they were saying. Also read | Kamala Harris labels Trump ‘unstable’, immigration system ‘broken’ in rare Fox interview “Obama says ‘No’ then shakes his head and says ‘Not good’. Hopefully they are talking about Kamala's campaign LOL.” Another user wrote: I couldn't make out what Biden uttered to Obama, but the beginning of the reply from Obama was, "Nope, nope ... (he nods his head, no, and then says) it's gone." The look on Obama’s face is ominous, and Biden's look is one of shock. I have severe tinnitus and have had to try to learn to read lips. I couldn't make out what Biden uttered to Obama, but the beginning of the reply from Obama was, "Nope, nope ... (he nods his head, no, and then says) it's gone." The look on Obamas face is ominous, and Biden's… pic.twitter.com/ydi4OGuQZo — MAGAMan1 (@ClarissasDad215) October 16, 2024 × After Biden dropped out of the elections, Obama endorsed Kamala Harris. He stirred a controversy after he urged black male voters to side with Kamala, suggesting those who don’t are sexist. (With inputs from agencies)

What were Obama and Biden talking about? Viral video sparks theories

It has turned out that content written in the present tense online is significantly more persuasive.&nbsp;

A study by the University of Toronto, published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, has revealed the reason behind it. The study states that the message seems more concrete and specific in present-tense sentences. This helps readers better understand and visualise the content.

"The more vivid something is, the more real and true it seems," says Sam Maglio, co-author of the study and professor of marketing and psychology at U of T Scarborough.&nbsp;

"The past and the future aren't as vivid as the present. In the present tense, you as the reader take a journey with the speaker and you become immersed.”

Maglio collaborated with David Fang, a Stanford University doctoral candidate and University of Toronto alumnus.&nbsp;

Together, they analysed millions of Amazon reviews spanning various product categories.&nbsp;

By assessing the usage of past, present, and future tenses in each review and correlating it with upvotes, they discovered an interesting trend.&nbsp;

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Reviews predominantly having present tense verbs received higher helpfulness ratings when compared to those with more past or future tense verbs.

The trend was noticeable even after involving participants in the rating process. Notably, when the researchers introduced a geographical context, reviews from Canada showed an enhancement in perceived helpfulness with present tense verbs, whereas reviews from Australia showed minimal impact based on verb tense.

"Reviews are maximally helpful when they are right here and they're right now because the closer the reader can come to seeing it, touching it, making it palpable, the more they believe it and the more they trust it," says Maglio, who is cross-appointed to the Rotman School of Management.

To further establish the link between present tense and persuasiveness, the researchers made a donation pitch to about 400 people in different tenses.

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The participants were told that they were entered in a lottery with a $50 payout and then asked what percentage of their winning they would be willing to give to the charity.

The average donation figure fared near 28 per cent when pitched in future or past tenses. However, it jumped to 38 per cent when present tense was used.

"People might not even notice the difference between these verb tenses, but it doesn't mean that they're not impacting how we think," Maglio says.&nbsp;

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It has turned out that content written in the present tense online is significantly more persuasive. A study by the University of Toronto, published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, has revealed the reason behind it.

It has turned out that content written in the present tense online is significantly more persuasive. A study by the University of Toronto, published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, has revealed the reason behind it. The study states that the message seems more concrete and specific in present-tense sentences. This helps readers better understand and visualise the content. "The more vivid something is, the more real and true it seems," says Sam Maglio, co-author of the study and professor of marketing and psychology at U of T Scarborough. "The past and the future aren't as vivid as the present. In the present tense, you as the reader take a journey with the speaker and you become immersed.” Maglio collaborated with David Fang, a Stanford University doctoral candidate and University of Toronto alumnus. Together, they analysed millions of Amazon reviews spanning various product categories. By assessing the usage of past, present, and future tenses in each review and correlating it with upvotes, they discovered an interesting trend. Watch: Japan: Advancing tech landscape with women in science & technology × Reviews predominantly having present tense verbs received higher helpfulness ratings when compared to those with more past or future tense verbs. The trend was noticeable even after involving participants in the rating process. Notably, when the researchers introduced a geographical context, reviews from Canada showed an enhancement in perceived helpfulness with present tense verbs, whereas reviews from Australia showed minimal impact based on verb tense. "Reviews are maximally helpful when they are right here and they're right now because the closer the reader can come to seeing it, touching it, making it palpable, the more they believe it and the more they trust it," says Maglio, who is cross-appointed to the Rotman School of Management. To further establish the link between present tense and persuasiveness, the researchers made a donation pitch to about 400 people in different tenses. Also read: Scientists discover closest known Earth-sized world only 22 light-years away The participants were told that they were entered in a lottery with a $50 payout and then asked what percentage of their winning they would be willing to give to the charity. The average donation figure fared near 28 per cent when pitched in future or past tenses. However, it jumped to 38 per cent when present tense was used. "People might not even notice the difference between these verb tenses, but it doesn't mean that they're not impacting how we think," Maglio says. (With inputs from agencies)

Sentences are more persuasive when written in present tense, claims study

In a development which can hike the tensions in already sensitive Taiwan Strait, a US warship again sailed through the area on Tuesday. &nbsp;

The movement was part of what the US military calls a routine activity, which always attracts sharp reaction from China, who believes Washington is trying to stir tensions in the region. &nbsp;

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In accordance with international law, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer Milius conducted a "routine Taiwan Strait transit" through international waters, the US Navy said. &nbsp;&nbsp;

"The ship's transit through the Taiwan Strait demonstrates the US commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. The United States military flies, sails, and operates anywhere international law allows," it added. &nbsp;

There was no immediate response from China. &nbsp;

Earlier, after US destroyer USS Dewey along with the Canadian frigate HMCS Winnipeg sailed through the Taiwan Strait, the Chinese military condemned the move. &nbsp;

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"Dewey's and Winnipeg's transit through the Taiwan Strait demonstrates the commitment of the United States and our allies and partners to a free and open Indo-Pacific," the US military had declared. &nbsp;

However, the Chinese military asserted that "Taiwan is part of Chinese territory" while adding that it maintained a "high level" of alert against "threats and provocations". &nbsp;

The Chinese military said, "The United States and Canada colluded to provoke and stir up trouble... seriously jeopardising peace and stability of the Taiwan Strait." &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In a development which can hike the tensions in already sensitive Taiwan Strait, a US warship again sailed through the area on Tuesday. The movement was part of what the US military calls a routine activity, which always attracts sharp reaction from China, who believes Washington is trying to stir tensions in the region.

In a development which can hike the tensions in already sensitive Taiwan Strait, a US warship again sailed through the area on Tuesday. The movement was part of what the US military calls a routine activity, which always attracts sharp reaction from China, who believes Washington is trying to stir tensions in the region. Also Read: After Taiwan acquires US jets, China commissions advanced fighter aircraft In accordance with international law, the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer Milius conducted a "routine Taiwan Strait transit" through international waters, the US Navy said. "The ship's transit through the Taiwan Strait demonstrates the US commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. The United States military flies, sails, and operates anywhere international law allows," it added. There was no immediate response from China. Earlier, after US destroyer USS Dewey along with the Canadian frigate HMCS Winnipeg sailed through the Taiwan Strait, the Chinese military condemned the move. Also Read: China will not seek hegemony or bully the small: President Xi to ASEAN "Dewey's and Winnipeg's transit through the Taiwan Strait demonstrates the commitment of the United States and our allies and partners to a free and open Indo-Pacific," the US military had declared. However, the Chinese military asserted that "Taiwan is part of Chinese territory" while adding that it maintained a "high level" of alert against "threats and provocations". The Chinese military said, "The United States and Canada colluded to provoke and stir up trouble... seriously jeopardising peace and stability of the Taiwan Strait." (With inputs from agencies)

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