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Doomsday plane spotted in LA; Landslide collapse in Cebu; Greenland wants to negotiate alone with US
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Thousands Protest Nationwide After Fatal ICE Shooting
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What happened: ICE agent Jonathan Ross fatally shot Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother of three and U.S. citizen, in Minneapolis on Wednesday during a confrontation near her vehicle. The shooting, captured on video, triggered three consecutive nights of protests across multiple cities including Minneapolis, St. Louis, Portland, Philadelphia, Burlington, and the Bay Area, with thousands demanding an end to aggressive ICE operations.
Why it matters: Federal and local officials sharply dispute what occurred, with Homeland Security calling it self-defense against domestic terrorism while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called the shooting reckless and unnecessary. The FBI-led investigation and ongoing 30-day federal surge in Minneapolis could reshape national debates over ICE accountability, local cooperation policies, and immigrant protections, with lawmakers proposing new restrictions on masked agents and expanded legal services funding.
74% of sources are High Factuality
359 Articles •
Iran Arrests 100 Protesters as Army Pledges to Protect 'National Interests'
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Center 42%
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What happened: Nationwide protests that began December 28 over Iran's currency collapse have spread to all 31 provinces, with authorities arresting about 100 demonstrators and imposing an internet blackout. At least 72 people have been killed and over 2,300 detained as security forces crack down on what has become the most significant challenge to Iran's clerical establishment in years.
Why it matters: What started as economic anger over the rial collapsing to 1.4 million per dollar has evolved into direct challenges to Iran's theocratic system, with prosecutors labeling protesters 'enemies of God' facing potential death penalties. The communications blackout, flight cancellations, and hospital crisis affect daily life while international tensions escalate as President Trump threatens military intervention if protesters are killed.
62% of sources are Original Reporting
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Russia Has Lost at Least 19 Generals Since Ukraine Invasion
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The details: At least 19 Russian generals have been killed since February 2022, according to The Insider's investigation using open-source data. Deaths occurred on Ukrainian battlefields and inside Russia through sniper fire, artillery strikes, missile attacks, car bombings in Moscow, and suspected sabotage operations.
Why it matters: The unprecedented loss of senior officers undermines Russia's command structure and reflects the war's heavy toll at leadership levels. Recent high-profile assassinations inside Moscow, including Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov in December 2024 and Fanil Sarvarov in December 2025, demonstrate that even rear areas are no longer safe.
94% of sources are Original Reporting
21 Articles •
French Lawmaker Files NATO Withdrawal Bid Over Greenland
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What happened: A French lawmaker has filed a bid seeking France's withdrawal from NATO over Greenland, per the headline; available reporting provides no additional facts or named sources.
Why it matters: If pursued, the bid could alter France's role in NATO and Arctic diplomacy, but current coverage lacks specifics; readers should expect follow-up reporting for confirmation.
100% of sources are Original Reporting
36 Articles •
FCC Doubles SpaceX Starlink Satellite Cap to 15,000
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What happened: The FCC approved SpaceX to deploy 7,500 additional second-generation Starlink satellites on Friday, doubling the Gen2 cap to 15,000 total satellites. The approval includes authorization for lower orbits, expanded radio frequencies, and a waiver to exceed power limits, with deployment deadlines of 50% by December 2028 and completion by December 2031.
Why it matters: The expansion could increase Starlink's network capacity up to fivefold in high-demand areas, enabling gigabit internet speeds and direct-to-cell mobile services for consumers. Analysts expect this will support substantial growth in Starlink's US customer base, currently approaching three million subscribers, while reducing network congestion.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Right Sources
83% of sources are Original Reporting
8 Articles •
FBI Paid Informant $20,000 in Jack Smith Trump Probe
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What happened: FBI Director Kash Patel disclosed that Jack Smith's team approved a $20,000 payment to a confidential informant in 2023 during Operation Arctic Frost, which investigated the post-2020 election fake electors scheme. The probe analyzed phone data from over 50 White House phones including Trump's and obtained email records from nearly 150 Trump associates.
Why it matters: Republicans are using the payment disclosure to argue the investigation was politically motivated, with Trump calling for Smith to be jailed and senators threatening lawsuits over their phone records being searched. Smith is scheduled to testify publicly before Congress in the coming weeks, potentially intensifying partisan battles over DOJ and FBI credibility.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Left Sources
88% of sources are Original Reporting
7 Articles •
Tucker Carlson Breaks With Conservatives Over ICE Shooting Response
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What happened: ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed Renee Nicole Good, 37, in Minneapolis on Wednesday after masked agents approached her partially blocking vehicle. Video shows Ross firing three rounds through her windshield and open window as she attempted to drive away, contradicting Trump and Vance's claims she tried to run over officers.
Why it matters: Experts warn that partisan dehumanization is deepening toxic polarization, with research showing politically angry Americans are more likely to deny humanity to opponents, opening doors to dangerous social consequences. Webster and Belt emphasize political leaders must actively discourage tribal excesses to prevent further normalization of violence across partisan lines.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Right Sources
86% of sources are Original Reporting
71% of sources are High Factuality
Daily Briefing
Doomsday plane spotted in LA; Landslide collapse in Cebu; Greenland wants to negotiate alone with US
295 Articles •
Thousands Protest Nationwide After Fatal ICE Shooting
Left 29%
Center 57%
R 14%
What happened: ICE agent Jonathan Ross fatally shot Renee Good, a 37-year-old mother of three and U.S. citizen, in Minneapolis on Wednesday during a confrontation near her vehicle. The shooting, captured on video, triggered three consecutive nights of protests across multiple cities including Minneapolis, St. Louis, Portland, Philadelphia, Burlington, and the Bay Area, with thousands demanding an end to aggressive ICE operations.
Why it matters: Federal and local officials sharply dispute what occurred, with Homeland Security calling it self-defense against domestic terrorism while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey called the shooting reckless and unnecessary. The FBI-led investigation and ongoing 30-day federal surge in Minneapolis could reshape national debates over ICE accountability, local cooperation policies, and immigrant protections, with lawmakers proposing new restrictions on masked agents and expanded legal services funding.
74% of sources are High Factuality
359 Articles •
Iran Arrests 100 Protesters as Army Pledges to Protect 'National Interests'
Left 33%
Center 42%
Right 25%
What happened: Nationwide protests that began December 28 over Iran's currency collapse have spread to all 31 provinces, with authorities arresting about 100 demonstrators and imposing an internet blackout. At least 72 people have been killed and over 2,300 detained as security forces crack down on what has become the most significant challenge to Iran's clerical establishment in years.
Why it matters: What started as economic anger over the rial collapsing to 1.4 million per dollar has evolved into direct challenges to Iran's theocratic system, with prosecutors labeling protesters 'enemies of God' facing potential death penalties. The communications blackout, flight cancellations, and hospital crisis affect daily life while international tensions escalate as President Trump threatens military intervention if protesters are killed.
62% of sources are Original Reporting
16 Articles •
Russia Has Lost at Least 19 Generals Since Ukraine Invasion
Left 56%
C 22%
R 22%
The details: At least 19 Russian generals have been killed since February 2022, according to The Insider's investigation using open-source data. Deaths occurred on Ukrainian battlefields and inside Russia through sniper fire, artillery strikes, missile attacks, car bombings in Moscow, and suspected sabotage operations.
Why it matters: The unprecedented loss of senior officers undermines Russia's command structure and reflects the war's heavy toll at leadership levels. Recent high-profile assassinations inside Moscow, including Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov in December 2024 and Fanil Sarvarov in December 2025, demonstrate that even rear areas are no longer safe.
94% of sources are Original Reporting
21 Articles •
French Lawmaker Files NATO Withdrawal Bid Over Greenland
Left 25%
Center 25%
Right 50%
What happened: A French lawmaker has filed a bid seeking France's withdrawal from NATO over Greenland, per the headline; available reporting provides no additional facts or named sources.
Why it matters: If pursued, the bid could alter France's role in NATO and Arctic diplomacy, but current coverage lacks specifics; readers should expect follow-up reporting for confirmation.
100% of sources are Original Reporting
36 Articles •
FCC Doubles SpaceX Starlink Satellite Cap to 15,000
Left 31%
Center 63%
6%
What happened: The FCC approved SpaceX to deploy 7,500 additional second-generation Starlink satellites on Friday, doubling the Gen2 cap to 15,000 total satellites. The approval includes authorization for lower orbits, expanded radio frequencies, and a waiver to exceed power limits, with deployment deadlines of 50% by December 2028 and completion by December 2031.
Why it matters: The expansion could increase Starlink's network capacity up to fivefold in high-demand areas, enabling gigabit internet speeds and direct-to-cell mobile services for consumers. Analysts expect this will support substantial growth in Starlink's US customer base, currently approaching three million subscribers, while reducing network congestion.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Right Sources
83% of sources are Original Reporting
8 Articles •
FBI Paid Informant $20,000 in Jack Smith Trump Probe
L 13%
Right 87%
What happened: FBI Director Kash Patel disclosed that Jack Smith's team approved a $20,000 payment to a confidential informant in 2023 during Operation Arctic Frost, which investigated the post-2020 election fake electors scheme. The probe analyzed phone data from over 50 White House phones including Trump's and obtained email records from nearly 150 Trump associates.
Why it matters: Republicans are using the payment disclosure to argue the investigation was politically motivated, with Trump calling for Smith to be jailed and senators threatening lawsuits over their phone records being searched. Smith is scheduled to testify publicly before Congress in the coming weeks, potentially intensifying partisan battles over DOJ and FBI credibility.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Left Sources
88% of sources are Original Reporting
7 Articles •
Tucker Carlson Breaks With Conservatives Over ICE Shooting Response
Left 72%
C 14%
R 14%
What happened: ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed Renee Nicole Good, 37, in Minneapolis on Wednesday after masked agents approached her partially blocking vehicle. Video shows Ross firing three rounds through her windshield and open window as she attempted to drive away, contradicting Trump and Vance's claims she tried to run over officers.
Why it matters: Experts warn that partisan dehumanization is deepening toxic polarization, with research showing politically angry Americans are more likely to deny humanity to opponents, opening doors to dangerous social consequences. Webster and Belt emphasize political leaders must actively discourage tribal excesses to prevent further normalization of violence across partisan lines.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Right Sources
86% of sources are Original Reporting
71% of sources are High Factuality