Brendan Carr, President-elect Trump’s FCC nominee and a long-time critic of Big Tech, advocates for repealing Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. This provision shields online platforms from liability for user-generated content, a point of contention for Carr who believes it creates an unacceptable power imbalance. Carr’s views, detailed in the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025, align with both Trump’s and Biden’s stated desires to reform or eliminate Section 230, despite differing motivations. Repealing Section 230 enjoys bipartisan support, though legislative progress remains slow.
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New York City issued its first drought warning in 22 years due to historically low reservoir levels and a record-breaking dry spell, prompting the implementation of water conservation measures across city agencies and voluntary reductions for residents. The warning, the second of three possible conservation declarations, follows a statewide drought watch and numerous brush fires fueled by dry conditions. Repairs to a major water pipeline have been temporarily halted to maximize water flow to the city, while officials await rain predicted for later in the week. The city’s reservoirs are currently at approximately 60% capacity, significantly below the usual 79% for this time of year.
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Following Ukraine’s reported use of U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles to strike a Russian military facility, Russia’s foreign minister accused the West of seeking escalation. This attack prompted Russia to invoke its updated nuclear doctrine, which considers aggression against Russia supported by a nuclear power a joint attack, potentially justifying nuclear retaliation. While some analysts believe Russia’s nuclear threats are a bluff, others suggest the Kremlin’s actions, including mass production of mobile bomb shelters, indicate serious preparations for a potential nuclear conflict. The situation raises concerns about the potential for escalation and the impact of the upcoming U.S. presidential administration’s approach to the conflict.
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On the 1000th day of the war, Ukraine reportedly launched six American-made ATACMS missiles into Russia, targeting a military facility in the Bryansk region. Russia claims to have intercepted five of the missiles, resulting in minimal damage and no casualties. This attack, the first confirmed use of ATACMS missiles by Ukraine inside Russia, coincided with Russia announcing a lowered threshold for nuclear retaliation, specifically mentioning the use of Western-supplied long-range missiles as a potential trigger. This new nuclear doctrine, signed by Putin, significantly escalates tensions in the ongoing conflict.
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Despite initial claims of a landslide victory, Donald Trump’s popular vote percentage has dropped below 50%, significantly narrowing his margin over Kamala Harris. His final popular vote share will likely be among the lowest for a winning president in recent history, contradicting his assertions of an “unprecedented and powerful mandate.” While he retains the presidency via the Electoral College, his significantly diminished popular vote margin undermines his claims of a decisive win.
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Billy Coull, the organizer of a widely criticized Willy Wonka event, has been added to the sex offenders register. Coull, 36, was convicted of abusive behavior for repeatedly sending explicit messages to a woman, using predatory language. He pleaded guilty in Glasgow Sheriff Court, citing the negative reaction to his event as impacting his mental well-being. The incident follows the February viral sensation surrounding his poorly-received, £35-a-ticket Wonka experience.
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Hamas, the de facto governing authority in Gaza, has reportedly killed dozens of Palestinians suspected of stealing humanitarian aid. This act underscores the complex and often brutal realities on the ground, where survival itself becomes a precarious balancing act. The killing of these individuals, accused of pilfering aid intended for the broader population, highlights the ruthless control Hamas exerts over resources and its willingness to use lethal force to maintain it.
The incident raises questions about Hamas’s priorities and its relationship with the very people it claims to govern. The assertion that aid was “never meant for them in the first place” suggests a cynical disregard for the plight of ordinary citizens, prioritizing the needs of the ruling faction over the desperate needs of the population.… Continue reading
Anders Behring Breivik, the perpetrator of the 2011 Norway attacks that killed 77, appeared in court for a second parole hearing. Despite serving over a decade of his 21-year sentence, authorities recommended rejecting his release due to an ongoing risk of future violence and unchanged extremist ideology. Breivik, who displayed pro-Russian symbols, maintains his political stance and has previously challenged his prison conditions. A ruling on his parole application, heard at Ringerike prison, is pending.
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A severed undersea telecommunications cable, C-Lion1, connecting Finland and Germany, has sparked concerns of intentional damage. The cable break, occurring in Swedish waters, was deemed unlikely to be caused by natural events. Finland and Germany issued a joint statement expressing deep concern and citing the incident as indicative of heightened hybrid warfare threats. While investigations are underway, suspicions of intentional sabotage are prominent given the geopolitical context and recent accusations by a Russian official regarding similar attacks.
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Putin sees America hurtling towards disaster, and he believes Donald Trump is the driver steering the nation towards the precipice. This isn’t simply a matter of political disagreement; it’s a calculated assessment of a strategy unfolding successfully. The perception isn’t just of internal strife, but a deliberate fracturing of American society, weakening the nation from within.
The idea that a weakened, divided America benefits Russia isn’t a new one. It’s rooted in the belief that internal conflict diminishes a nation’s global influence, making it less of a threat and potentially more susceptible to external pressures. This isn’t a matter of military conquest; it’s about subtle manipulation and the exploitation of existing social and political divisions.… Continue reading
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