Finland makes progress in cable breach investigation, police say, and it’s a situation that’s got a lot of people understandably worked up. From what’s being discussed, there’s a strong feeling that Russia is behind these breaches, and the sentiment is that more assertive action is needed. It’s not a secret anymore, according to the whispers, it’s pretty much a given. People are frustrated, and it’s easy to see why. These incidents are a direct attack on critical infrastructure, and they’re happening repeatedly. The sense of urgency is palpable.
Given the gravity of the situation, the questions being asked are spot on.… Continue reading
In response to the United States’ recent imposition of full entry restrictions, Mali and Burkina Faso announced reciprocal travel bans on U.S. citizens. Both West African nations cited the principle of reciprocity and a desire for mutual respect as justification for their actions. This decision followed a similar reported move by Niger, and all three countries are governed by military juntas that have strained relations with Western powers. The U.S. travel ban, which includes other nations, aims to protect U.S. security and will remain in effect until the affected countries demonstrate improvements in immigration procedures.
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Trump’s insistence that he “aced” his third cognitive exam is raising eyebrows, and for good reason. It’s not every day that someone, especially someone claiming to be in “perfect” health, boasts about taking multiple cognitive tests within a relatively short timeframe. The very fact that he’s taken these tests, let alone three of them, suggests that something’s being monitored, and it’s certainly not a routine check-up for a perfectly healthy individual.
The consensus seems to be that repeated cognitive exams aren’t a sign of robust mental well-being. Quite the opposite, actually. The primary purpose of such tests is to track potential cognitive decline.… Continue reading
Scientists have confirmed the existence of a rogue planet, a starless world, for the first time by determining its distance and mass. Using gravitational microlensing, the astronomers observed an object distorting light from a distant star, approximately 9,950 light-years from Earth, with a mass about 70 times that of Earth. This discovery, made possible by observations from multiple observatories and the Gaia space telescope, suggests that these free-floating planets are likely abundant in the Milky Way, even more numerous than the stars themselves. The newfound data will assist in understanding planet formation and how some planets become rogue, while upcoming telescopes promise to find even more of these wandering worlds.
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This piece examines the apparent paradox of the Anti-Defamation League’s (ADL) focus on New York City’s first Muslim mayor, Zohran Mamdani, while largely ignoring or even defending prominent Republicans accused of antisemitism and Christian nationalism. The article contends that the ADL’s actions seem less about combating antisemitism and more about preserving the current power dynamics in Israel. The author argues that labeling calls for Palestinian equality as antisemitic is a misrepresentation of the issue. This is because such a demand could disrupt the existing Jewish majority, potentially leading to a binational democracy that challenges the established status quo.
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Tennessee launches nation’s first domestic violence offender registry.
It’s actually quite surprising, isn’t it? Tennessee, of all places, stepping up to be the first state in the nation to launch a domestic violence offender registry. It’s a significant development, especially considering the political landscape of the state. Named after a fallen police officer, Savanna’s Law, it’s a tangible step forward.
The core of this law is quite straightforward. It creates a public database, managed by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, that lists individuals with multiple domestic violence convictions. Essentially, if you’ve been convicted, or pleaded guilty or no contest, of more than one domestic violence offense, you’ll be on the registry.… Continue reading
As the year 2026 began, President Donald Trump hosted his traditional New Year’s Eve celebration at Mar-a-Lago. However, before the party commenced, Trump announced the removal of National Guard troops from several major U.S. cities. This decision followed a significant legal defeat at the Supreme Court, according to a report by NBC’s Gabe Gutierrez.
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X, formerly Twitter, has transformed into a platform where the right engages with the extreme right, largely due to Elon Musk’s changes. These shifts, including relaxed content moderation and creator payouts, have incentivized a race to the bottom with bigotry and conspiracy theories gaining traction. Right-wing figures are now concerned as the platform loses its ability to unite the right, fostering internal conflict. Meanwhile, the Trump administration remains fixated on appeasing the online right, potentially alienating ordinary voters and jeopardizing the MAGA 2.0 coalition.
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At a City Hall event, Senator Bernie Sanders swore in newly elected Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist who campaigned on working-class priorities. Mamdani, echoing Sanders’ call, emphasized the need to tax the wealthy to fund initiatives like universal childcare and rent freezes, aiming to improve the lives of all New Yorkers. The mayor’s agenda included increasing corporate tax rates and taxes on high-income earners. The inauguration followed the backdrop of growing wealth disparities, with the world’s richest individuals accumulating trillions, prompting fresh demands for wealth taxes.
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Finnish authorities have arrested two individuals linked to a cargo vessel, the Fitburg, suspected of damaging a telecom cable connecting Finland and Estonia. The ship, en route from Russia to Israel, was seized and its crew, consisting of individuals from various nations, are being questioned. The investigation includes travel bans for two other crew members and the discovery of sanctioned structural steel onboard. Authorities are investigating potential criminal charges related to the damage but have not speculated on possible state involvement, despite heightened concerns of hybrid warfare in the region.
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Matt Underwood 
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