Power, Safety, Accountable ➜ Five short pieces have been selected to map contests over power, safety and responsibility across politics, conflict, law, security and culture.

Power Lines ➜ The stack has shown states and firms quietly reassigning control of oil routes, defence forums and corporate power.

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

Who's New ➜ The newsroom has assembled five short profiles of lesser‑known actors now shaping major beats: global health, energy boardrooms, transnational deaths, youth labour policy and a rural homicide probe.

Fault Lines ➜ Reform UK has faced exposure for vetting extremist candidates, while the Global Sumud Flotilla has been hit by internal scandal and Israeli blockade challenges, and UK electric car prices have dropped below petrol models.

Morning Fault Lines ➜ A fragile regional ceasefire has been punctured by strikes and counterstrikes, Britain has recorded multiple open‑water deaths during a heatwave, and Waymo has recalled thousands of robotaxis for a flo

Seven to Watch ➜ EU foreign ministers have requested discussion of suspending the EU–Israel Association Agreement and are debating targeted measures on settlers and trade restrictions.

Five Quiet Shifts ➜ Governments across Europe, Asia and Oceania have passed or proposed laws restricting social‑media access for under‑15s/16s; Turkey and Australia have enacted bans while the UK and others are moving to

Tensions, Taxes, and Turmoil ➜ The US has intensified its naval blockade on Iran, seizing a cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz, while a global summit has convened over 50 countries to discuss fossil fuel phaseout amid the energy crisis.

Who's New ➜ Five lesser‑known figures have become focal points in recent reporting: a Nakba survivor amplified by New York’s mayor, an Italian diver-scientist lost in Maldives caves, a killed ISWAP commander, a V

Today's vibes:

UC Davis police got multiple calls about a bear spotted near student housing on campus. https://www.kcra.com/article/bear-is-spotted-walking-around-uc-davis-campus/71320146 

据美联社报道，来自美国密歇根州德克斯特的21岁学生米卡拉·斯波西托，将成为首位代表美国参加中国世界技能大赛焊接项目的女性。这项赛事被称为“技能行业的奥运会”。 从小开始，米卡拉·斯波西托就梦想成为开拓者。 “我一直想成为第一个做到某件事的女性。”她说。 斯波西托目前就读于瓦什特瑙社区学院。她今年早些时候在美国阿拉巴马州亨茨维尔举行的美国焊接选拔赛中获胜，从而赢得这个宝贵资格。 世界技能大赛被称为“技能行业的奥运会”，旨在评选全球最优秀技术人才，涵盖建筑、信息技术、制造业、机器人等多个领域。当然也包括焊接。 斯波西托是瓦什特瑙社区学院历史上第六位获得世界技能大赛资格的学生。

OBSCURANTISMO Luna Zarattini reage à aprovação de PL que proíbe Parada LGBT em SP: “Vergonhoso e discriminatório” revistaforum.com.br/lgbtqiap/lun... Projeto de lei aprovado em primeira votação na Câmara Municipal de São Paulo proíbe a realização da Parada e veta menores de 18 anos em qualquer...⤵️

I’m thinking about making a homemade pizza tonight! Pepperoni, Mushroom, Red Onion & Green Peppers… Maybe Green Olives too! Fresh Mozzarella of course!

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📻 Tune-in Tuesday! Ben starts the morning with the goods from S1s from Sept ‘24 ☝️ High AltiTED ‘21 Vol 4 with Tug ✈️ 4/17/26 at The BayCare Sound with Alex 🔊 & Tug’s Nugs OnlyJams Vol 4 🐐 Don’t forget your requests! 🙋🏻‍♂️ wtedradio.com 🕑EST

‼️ IMPORTANT PTH UPDATE!! As you may know if you're in my Circus (Discord Server!), I'm calming down on drawing too much personal art since I'm trying to focus 110% on Sinking Road, & due to this, I'll also post less on Social media! Keep alerts on (🔔) to know when I post, see ya', O-ho-HONK!! 🤡 💚

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Byrdie issues an apology for last night.

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@ayman.msnbc.com shares imam’s reaction after shooting Three people were killed in a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Ayman Mohyeldin, who spoke to Imam Taha Hassane of the San Diego Islamic Center after the shooting, joins The Weeknight.

Q: What was it that made you break with Trump? Trump voter: Just seeing the lies. He put us in a war. He's putting up gold statues of himself. When are people going to wake up? All those stupid rallies I went to.I got rid of my MAGA hat. I can't even believe I wore that hat.

Resharing my post regarding the upcoming holiday season … “Happy Holidays? But are they really for our Autistic and Neurodivergent (ND) Community? No matter the neurotype, the so-called “festive season” definitely brings anxiety and stress of all forms…”

This animated map shows 196 years worth of passenger rail in Great Britain. They come, they go. Let's just say that these days no Brit would dream up a character like Thomas the Tank Engine. Source: buff.ly/qzHUti4

🇸🇪🇺🇦President Zelenskyy: We expect to receive the first Gripen fighter jets within the next 10 months. Importantly, they will arrive with a weapons package that will also strengthen our defense against Russian guided aerial bombs.

I love the insights from Leigh Larson, creator of @followtheleighder.bsky.social She is a theologian, researcher, podcast host, and served in the USAFR chaplain corps. She explores Christian nationalism, faith, democracy, and power in America. Ep coming soon #christianity #deconstruction

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Fred Wellman on Trump's misreading of NATO — and the partner that stood beside us training Iraqi forces in Baghdad. The bullying has a cost, and our allies are no longer going along. Watch full video here: substack.com/@thekenharba...

Always on their damn phones

"It is all the more important that our elected officials orient themselves around the basic principles of democracy, the rule of law and good government that define our Canadian way of life." Alberta's Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani stands up for Canadian values ahead of the cabinet shuffle.

Roki Sasaki #Dodgers made his Box-Toppers debut Sunday with his 1st career Player of the Game honor (7IP 4H R 0BB 8K W vs. LAA) in his 18th #MLB game. Full Sunday B-T Daily Scorecard:

🤬Galati, Romania, a Shahed attacked a high-rise building.

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The Muramasa unit disrupts Russian logistics in the rear with B-2 drones, flying over supply routes in search of suitable targets.

Completely unprecedented corruption.

Happy Treble Day to those who celebrate! Some dressing room footage from the Nou Camp after the trophy lift. Seeing Sir Alex embrace Sir Bobby is a beautiful moment 🥰 #MUFC

Narcissistic Injuries "Trump’s Iran Threat Triggers Removal Calls" full video | youtu.be/R9azf0MARkA

🔥 “What You Lost” by Séa Byrne stays at #5 on the @altqradio.bsky.social AltQ Top20! Huge thanks for voting 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈✨ Watch on YouTube 👉 youtu.be/qs-K39ospAA?... #SéaByrne #AltQTop20 #WhatYouLost #WatchOnYouTube #QueerMusic #IndieArtist #NowPlaying #MusicDiscovery #KeepStreaming #AltQ #top5

You don’t just grab the leader of a nation twice the size of Texas and declare victory. Have we learned nothing in the last 25 years? How does any of this improve the lives of Americans? Congress must act immediately! Do your jobs! @wellmanformo.bsky.social #teamwellman #venezuela #missouri #mo2

Our Senior Energy Policy Officer, Matthew Lee was on Radio Scotland today talking about the disruption to people's lives caused by the radio teleswitch meter switch-off.

.@JamesTalarico: My grandad was a Baptist preacher who told me at an early age that we follow a barefoot rabbi who gave us two commandments: love God and love neighbor. I’m trying to love my neighbor through public policy, I’m trying to make my neighbor’s life a little easier and a little better.

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"Un costo económico y costo político" "Se ha dicho por parte del gobierno actual del ministro Quiroz que hay que bajar el gasto y que esto significaría que no se va a producir una especie de disminución del gasto social, o que las personas no van a sufrir. Sí van a sufrir".

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Gleisi se lança ao Senado: “Vamos derrotar o juiz ladrão”, em referência a Moro revistaforum.com.br/politica/vid... Ex-ministra e deputada federal subiu o tom em evento realizado em Curitiba, que também marcou lançamento da pré-candidatura de Requião Filho (PDT) ao governo do PR

Pipe Bomb So Cool Far Far West is a cool game I just got it (thanks @blubbernibble.bsky.social)

📺There's big business brewing in the galaxy as Virgo goes a quest throughout the Zodiac realms to make others submit to her "unique" views. Begin your mission for 20% off while you can! War, what is it good for: videogamesnewyork.com/virgo-versus...

El papamóvil que recorrerá Canarias ya se encuentra en Madrid custodiado por la Policía Nacional

In the new episode of Skeletal Leap, Laadi Ojas reveals how breath can awaken Kundalini energy and clear chakras, leading to a joyful life. Discover techniques that empower your journey toward insightful living. Tune in now!

Decided to release Slayhemn #1 free to read on my website. If you haven’t read please give it a look! andrewlawart.com Slayhemn issue #2 is launching on Kickstarter on 1st of March. Start the countdown clock! #Slayhemn #comic #comicart #comicbook #ink #artist #art #fantasyart #conceptart

London's penguins will finally see daylight. 🐧 After a two-year campaign by the Daily Express, Born Free and Freedom for Animals, Sea Life London has agreed to move 14 gentoo penguins from a basement to a larger outdoor enclosure. @stephspyro.bsky.social who led the campaign spoke to Matthew Wright

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