WHAT WE'RE WATCHING
1. 🇩🇰 Denmark labeled the US a security risk. In a report released this week, the Danish intelligence services highlighted US tariffs and its aggressive posture toward Greenland as evidence of American antagonism. Relations between America and Denmark have soured as President Trump has pushed for Greenland to become a US territory.
2. 🇹🇭 Thailand and Cambodia have resumed a ceasefire. After the initial ceasefire — brokered by President Trump — broke down, the former invaded, capturing a Cambodian village. But Trump has now announced that both sides have again agreed to stop fighting.
3. 🇯🇵 Japan conducted military drills with the United States. The drills come amid rapidly increasing tensions between China and Japan over the latter’s statements on defending Taiwan. Previously, America had urged caution on Japan’s part — but the drills indicate that may be changing.
4. 🇭🇳 Honduras’ election result is still unclear. President Trump’s last-minute endorsement of a conservative candidate helped launch him into first place — but just barely. The Socialists, who came in a distant third place, are alleging fraud and backing the second-place centrist, as slow counting continues and recounts loom.
INSIDER RADAR
Brigitte Macron blasts feminist protesters
Insiders behind the paywall: Brigitte Macron, Al Carns, Viktor Orbán, Narendra Modi, and Benjamin Netanyahu.
HOAX TRACKER
European economist says the US economy is not better than Europe’s
THE MAIN STORY
Australia bans social media for minors
_WHAT’S HAPPENING_
Australia’s left-wing government, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, passed a ban via his large majority.
A meteoric rise in depression — especially among young girls — and a raft of recent “sexploitation” cases have brought the dangers of social media to the forefront…
Exclusive analysis and uncensored facts behind the paywall: Why Australia banned social media for minors, how other countries may follow, and why the US remains divided over free speech and child safety.
MEDIA BIAS SPOTTER
How left and right outlets frame Australia’s social media ban for minors
Mentioned behind the paywall: CNN, The BBC, The Daily Wire, and The European Conservative.
_THE DAILY DEBATE_
📊 Is banning social media for kids common-sense safety or government overreach?
POLLS RESULTS FROM YESTERDAY
Was Congress right to weaken the Muslim Brotherhood bill?
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ ✅ Yes, for diplomatic reasons (141)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 ❌ No, it should’ve stayed tough (989)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 🤔 Unsure (92)
✅ Yes: ”The initial bill would have stifled quick negotiations.” — John
❌ No: ”I am a huge Trump supporter, but I wonder if creating relationships with the Gulf states is more about his legacy than national interest.” — James
🤔 Unsure: “Terrorist organizations need to be called out and defunded nationally and internationally.” — Anne
COMMENT OF THE DAY
“Now we know why Qatar (donated) their plane to President Trump. There are strings attached. They certainly didn't do it because they like us; they want ‘payback.’”
_HAVE THOUGHTS?_
_POP QUIZ_
Which two countries just resumed a ceasefire?
Today’s newsletter was written by Brandon Goldman, Anthony Constantini, and Ariel David. We scoured 100s of sources to bring you stories and insights you won’t find in the mainstream media.
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