Five to Watch ➜ A clutch of outsiders and power-brokers has surged into pivotal moments — on courts, ballots, party HQs, diplomatic flights and policy desks.

Tensions, Trust, and Tech ➜ Europe has faced jet fuel supply disruptions since late February due to the Iran war closing the Strait of Hormuz.

Five Flashpoints ➜ A U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports and repeated seizures by Iran have sharply reduced traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and redirected dozens of tankers.

Who's New — Intro ➜ Five lesser-known officials and influencers have become central to separate crises — labour unrest at Samsung, an Israeli evacuation order tied to ICC claims, Fatahommittee elections, a deadly mosque

Power’s Quiet Architects ➜ Five lesser-known figures have emerged in global headlines, influencing politics, justice, and technology in critical ways.

Global Fault Lines ➜ The Iran war has caused UK medicine price hikes and shortages, Sudan’s conflict has displaced millions, and inflation is rising globally.

Seven to Watch ➜ A string of strikes, ceasefire claims, diplomatic visits, cartel tunnels, court rulings, crowded primaries and media directives have dominated the news docket.

New Faces, Old Faultlines ➜ Five lesser-known figures have emerged at the heart of global crises, from Mali’s insurgency to Iraq’s political deadlock and Russia’s Ukraine war.

Seven Pressure Points ➜ A sequence of diplomatic, political and legal flashpoints has dominated headlines: Trump has visited Beijing; US‑China tech tensions have escalated; Labour has faced a leadership revolt; Texas has cut

Seven Flashpoints ➜ Tony Blair has published a long essay pressing Labour MPs to demand policy clarity before any leadership moves.

Sen. Tim Scott: "Thank God President Trump fights every single day for the American people"

Our Volleyball star and recipient of the UKZN Sports Scholarship, Bontle Finger, graduated with a Bachelor of Science Honours in Hydrology.  Well done to Bontle!  #UKZNGrad2026 #UKZN #InspiringGreatness #Inspired2032 #LoveMyUKZN

Une pénurie de pétrole pire qu'en 74 ! Olivier Berruyer - Blast - 13/03/2026 #politique #media #berruyer #trump

Thomas Massie was ousted from congress by the pedophile Epstein class. We won’t be voting our way out of this.

COMPASSION is image no. 88 from "Of MICE and MONUMENTS". Bystander apathy is what it’s all about. For more info check: linktr.ee/StefanRoloff RedOrchestraNFT.com #nftart #nftartist #nftcommunity #redorchestra #monument

"SHIFTERS 01: Survival is not Optional." by Kal Fulsom books2read.com/SHIFTERS-01 A thrilling, disturbing, thought-provoking, witty, and innovative first installment of this controversial and mind-boggling series.

Drought stress affects trees in numerous ways, but one of the most interesting is how it limits trees’ ability to photosynthesize. Here’s a simplification of that one part of how drought affects trees! #trees #tree #plant #plants #nature #science #woods #forest #forests #drought #ecology #water

The wolves want a queen they can fear. Elizabeth is done trying to be gentle. The second book in the Throne of Claws and Shadows series: Battle for the Throne. www.amazon.com/Throne-Claws... #fantasyheroine #darkfantasyromancecommunity #bookcommunityqueen

Σκηνές έντασης σημειώθηκαν στο Λάνκασαϊρ όταν 42χρονος ανέβηκε σε στέγη, πετώντας αντικείμενα και βάζοντας φωτιές. Ένας άνδρας τραυματίστηκε, ενώ προκλήθηκαν σοβαρές ζημιές σε σπίτια και οχήματα. Credit: Christopher Scott/@christopher23966 via Storyful #skaigr #News

In 2024, the govt's Lords spokesman warned that ministers setting a Strategy & Policy Statement for the Electoral Commission was “inconsistent with the Commission’s role as an independent regulator." Just over a year later, the govt admitted plans for a new Statement to reflect its own priorities.

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Please join me in wishing @tallon.bsky.social a very happy birthday!

We are literally experiencing the next generation of the Vince Russo in-ring promo. #BashAtTheBeach Watch Juggalo Championship Wrestling - JCW Lunacy every Thursday night on YouTube!

67 folks enjoyed a typical fall day for our weekly pro democracy protest on the corner of Buckner and Garland in Dallas, Texas (noon-1). Protest supported by The Funky East Dallas Democrats aka The FEDDs, inspired by 50501 organization. Sound on for honks 🚙🚙 NO KINGS EVER

"He's done a nice job of continuing what Andoni Iraola had when he was in charge" 🤝 @JimmyConrad and Nigel Reo-Coker sing the praises of Rayo Vallecano manager Iñigo Pérez as he looks to bring silverware to the small Spanish club 🏆

The US is attempting to strip dual citizenship. 😳

Do you know which skills matter most before the first day of school?  If you have a child starting Kindergarten this fall, watch to learn the social-emotional skills that help young children start school with confidence. #SummerSlide #Summer2026

Which situations make your cognitive challenges worse? Prof Jim Jackson, Author of Clearing the Fog explains what you should avoid! #longcovid #longhauler longcovidtheanswers.com @drjimjackson

When VA's communications seem more misleading than ever, a new tool is available to help you look at the data yourself. @commondefense.bsky.social has launched a website that lets you see your Congressional district's VA wait times and healthcare staffing shortages. Check it out: vhadata.org

Wistikles | Canada launches a $100M scholarship program for Indian students, offering about 200 scholarships to study in Canadian universities. Covers tuition, living expenses & research support. Courses: UG, Master’s, PhD & research programs, especially in STEM, healthcare & AI. #wistikles

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TODAY, MAY 12th 2026 THE GOOD LIFE PRESENTS NICE RADIO AT HIDDEN TIGER INFO ON THE FLYER FREE BUT YOU HAVE TO RSVP AT FAMILYDINNER@WEARETHEGOODLIFE.COM (RSVP 🔗 IN MY BIO)

In Chad, #Mission300 is transforming lives with #solarpower. Health centres now operate 24/7, students study in well-lit classrooms and shopkeepers like Denis Tarlembaye are growing their incomes by up to 75%. Learn how: tinyurl.com/2ve4umay

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Q: Aryna, when you play someone like that you have history with… the no handshake, is it extra motivation for you? Sabalenka: it’s their position. What can I do? I don’t mind that, I don’t care about that. When I go into the match, it’s all about tennis and sport…. (via SoTennis YouTube)

Albino Buffalo Trump at the Bangladesh Zoo Watch full film here free: www.patreon.com/posts/trump-...

#Iran #TrumpPhone #DV1 #ProudBlue #Satire

Australian Habs fan flown to Canada for Montreal Canadiens playoffs #Austraoua #Canada

➡️Justice Samuel Alito owns thousands in stock in ConocoPhillips and Phillips 66. ➡️Justice Amy Coney Barrett's father worked as one of Shell's top attorneys for decades. So… just how deep are the ties between Big Oil and our U.S. Supreme Court justices? 🤔

I audibly said, 'Amazing work,' upon seeing this realization.

"Gaza has become a mass grave for Palestinians and those trying to provide assistance. Over 1,500 health workers and hundreds of humanitarian workers have been killed in Gaza since October 2023, according to OCHA." Doctors Without Borders #stopthegenocide

If there is one thing that will always make me feel better, it's robots falling down. Always makes me laugh without fail.

Most people get this wrong:  When was the first time Boba Fett was seen in public? #bobafett #starwars #starwarshistory #thepadawancollector #starwarsrewind

Republican Alabama attorney general candidate Pamela Casey says she's a prosecutor, not a career politician. But what does that actually mean for voters? #alpolitics #pamelacasey #elections

Should ChatGPT know everyone’s age? OpenAI says it is rolling out age prediction on ChatGPT consumer plans globally to identify users under 18 years old and apply automatic content protections (openai.com/index/our-ap...).

✝️ Forgive Me Father 2 ✝️ is like playing through a sinister, Lovecraftian graphic novel @bytebarrel.bsky.social #lovecraft #boomershooters #fpsgames #graphicnovel #hplovecraft

🌟 Step into the mesmerizing fantasy realm of Shazam! 🐉✨ Where dragons soar, fairies flutter, and unicorns gallop alongside gryphons and gnomes! 🌌 Even aliens join in this 5th-dimensional magic! Ready to elevate your imagination? 🚀🔮 #FantasyWorld #Dragons #UnicornDreams #EpicAdventure

Caputo, Santos, Lindell, and assorted MAGAts applying for “Trump’s Stolen Taxpayer’s Money Slush Fund” #CorruptTrump #OrangeOrbanTrump #CorruptTrumpAdministration #EpsteinClassCorruption #TrumpRepublicanCrimeEnterprise #25thAmendment #ImpeachAndRemoveTrump #VoteBlueMidterms #BlueWave2026

‼️🔴 Former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán could be appointed to a position at the UN, according to VSquare Sources say the United States is considering appointing Orbán to a high-level position, which would grant him diplomatic immunity. 1/4

Went on a bit of an adventure today and found lots of babies! Spring has sprung i suppose. Here we see a Wood Stork and her babies.

Congress is debating the SAVE Act, which would push tough new election regulations on the state. North Dakota Sec. of State Michael Howe says North Dakota already does a good job with its voter rolls. “We clean our voter rolls every single night.” #northdakota #politics #voterID #saveact

Can't tell if 4D Chess or Little League. Entertaining as hell, nonetheless.

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CONGRATS AGAIN to "THE REALITY ENGINEER" by Konstantin, an Honorable Mention, in the Internet Archive’s 2026 #PublicDomain Film Remix Contest 🏅 A scientist alters reality, only to find that each well-intentioned fix deepens the chaos. Full short ⤵️ archive.org/details/the-... #PublicDomainDay

How to help a grassroots progressive candidate in #virginia for free #campaignlife #getinvolved #grassroots #campaignvolunteering

ah damnit not the FBI again 😨

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Asking folks at #mcvegas26 if they could hit the Vegas strip with any legend who would it be? #cardsphere #mailday #mtg #magicthegathering #mtgcommunity

The campaign has ended, but the mission remains. We must wrest control of our country away from the corporations and back into the hands of people is still ahead of us. And the only force capable of doing that is a movement of people unlike any we have seen in generations.