Minocqua Brewing Company, a Wisconsin-based brewery, garnered significant attention after posting a promise on Facebook of free beer “the day he dies.” While the post didn’t explicitly name the subject, the brewery later confirmed it was referencing Donald Trump in response to inquiries from Fox News. The brewery has since doubled down on its stance, mocking critics and doubling down on its controversial humor through additional posts and the release of Trump voodoo dolls. The brewery, known for politically themed beers, has embraced the backlash, using the publicity to increase sales and further antagonize its detractors.
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President Trump’s attempt to establish a Board of Peace, initially conceived for the Gaza ceasefire, has been met with resistance from major world powers. The ambition to expand the board’s mandate beyond Gaza to mediate worldwide conflicts, and the potential of replacing the United Nations, has been largely dismissed by UN officials and other member states. Key Security Council members, along with economic powers, have either rejected or not committed to joining, citing concerns about its conflicting agenda and perceived threat to the UN’s role. Consequently, many countries are instead emphasizing the need to reinforce and support the existing structure of the United Nations.
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Newly released documents from the Justice Department reveal at least sixteen emails between Elon Musk and Jeffrey Epstein from 2012 and 2013, contradicting Musk’s previous claims of a limited acquaintance. The emails show Musk expressing interest in visiting Epstein’s infamous Caribbean island, including asking about parties and planning possible meetups. Correspondence also covered topics like solar energy and the importance of sleep, with the men’s assistants arranging meetings as well. While the emails do not indicate any wrongdoing by Musk, they offer a different perspective on the nature of their relationship.
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According to the AP News, intensive care nurses at a Minneapolis hospital questioned the explanation provided by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regarding the injuries sustained by Alberto Castañeda Mondragón, a Mexican immigrant. ICE claimed Mondragón’s injuries resulted from him running headfirst into a wall, yet medical staff determined the severity of his injuries were inconsistent with this explanation. This incident reflects growing tension between ICE and healthcare workers, who report concerns about the agency’s presence and tactics within the hospital, which included imposing patient restraints. Despite being ordered released by a judge, Mondragón was discharged with significant memory loss and requiring long-term care, his injuries and subsequent treatment have spurred concerns among his family and lawyers.
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Nvidia’s plan to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI has stalled, according to reports from the Wall Street Journal. It seems like a massive deal, a staggering amount of money, but digging a little deeper reveals that this isn’t just about a straightforward investment. It was more like a plan to *give* OpenAI $100 billion, with the expectation that OpenAI would immediately turn around and order GPUs from Nvidia. This intricate arrangement was essentially designed to boost Nvidia’s sales projections, keeping those valuations sky-high, even while the CEO was selling off billions of dollars of stock and apparently funneling funds through a “charity.”… Continue reading
On January 29, 2026, the Minister of Industry and the Presidential Special Envoy for Strategic Economic Cooperation of the Republic of Korea met to discuss expanding bilateral industrial cooperation. A memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed to strengthen Canada-Korea industrial collaboration, focusing on future mobility and establishing an industrial cooperation committee. This agreement aims to deepen the Canada-Korea Comprehensive Strategic Partnership by supporting investments in battery production, critical minerals, and domestic EV manufacturing. The collaboration seeks to diversify Canada’s economy, attract investments, and secure economic resilience by enhancing the automotive supply chain and cooperation on critical mineral supply chains, the clean energy transition, and energy security.
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Poland’s Foreign Minister has proposed creating a “European legion” to help the EU respond to growing security threats. This is a big idea, and it’s sparking a lot of discussion – and, as you can see, a fair bit of passion. The core concept is simple: a unified military force, operating under the European Union’s banner, designed to bolster the EU’s ability to act in the face of threats. That’s a concept that gets people thinking about the future of European security.
The potential benefits are pretty clear. The European Union, with its combined economic strength, has the potential to be a major player on the world stage.… Continue reading
The identity of “Riley,” allegedly trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein, remains unclear, but he claims his adoptive father piloted for Epstein. Evidence suggests that Epstein’s associates were aware of his inappropriate activities. In an interview, Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick recounted a visit to Epstein’s townhouse where he observed a massage table and heard suggestive remarks about massages.
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Argentina in Advanced Talks to Become Destination for U.S. Deportations.
Okay, so the buzz is that Argentina is in serious talks with the U.S. about becoming a place where the U.S. can deport people. It’s a complicated situation, and the immediate question that pops up is: what happens to these deportees once they land in Argentina? Are they granted legal status there? Or are they essentially in a legal limbo, becoming undocumented immigrants in a country they likely have no connection to? The whole idea just feels wrong, like a modern-day form of human trafficking, doesn’t it? If someone isn’t being sent back to their country of origin, it raises serious red flags.… Continue reading
The Trump administration has authorized significant arms sales to both Israel, totaling $6.67 billion, and Saudi Arabia, valued at $9 billion, as announced by the State Department amidst rising regional tensions. These sales include Patriot missiles and related equipment for Saudi Arabia, enhancing their defense capabilities, and a series of packages for Israel, encompassing Apache attack helicopters, light tactical vehicles, and upgrades for existing armored personnel carriers. These decisions, aimed at supporting U.S. allies in the Middle East, have drawn criticism from some, with Rep. Gregory Meeks accusing the administration of circumventing Congressional oversight. The State Department maintains that these sales will not alter the military balance in the region and will strengthen Israel’s defense capabilities.
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ICE’s “Wall Injury” Claim Triggers Outrage, Raises Tensions at Minnesota Hospital
According to the AP News, intensive care nurses at a Minneapolis hospital questioned the explanation provided by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regarding the injuries sustained by Alberto Castañeda Mondragón, a Mexican immigrant. ICE claimed Mondragón’s injuries resulted from him running headfirst into a wall, yet medical staff determined the severity of his injuries were inconsistent with this explanation. This incident reflects growing tension between ICE and healthcare workers, who report concerns about the agency’s presence and tactics within the hospital, which included imposing patient restraints. Despite being ordered released by a judge, Mondragón was discharged with significant memory loss and requiring long-term care, his injuries and subsequent treatment have spurred concerns among his family and lawyers.
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