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Abe's assassin gets his sentence; Vast moves to replace ISS; Wildfire links to autism in children
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Filipina Journalist Sentenced to 18 Years on Terrorism Charges
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What happened: Yesterday, a Tacloban court convicted journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio, 26, and lay worker Marielle Domequil, 28, of terrorism financing, sentencing them to 12 to 18 years in prison and P500,000 fines each. The pair, arrested in February 2020 and held nearly six years, were acquitted of illegal firearms charges but convicted for allegedly providing cash and supplies to the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army in March 2019.
Why it matters: Rights groups, including the UN Special Rapporteur and Committee to Protect Journalists, condemned the verdict as retaliation for Cumpio's reporting on military abuses, warning it sends a chilling message to journalists and activists. Cumpio is reportedly the first Filipino journalist prosecuted under terrorism-financing laws, raising concerns the precedent could be used to silence dissent and further endanger press freedom in one of the world's most dangerous countries for reporters.
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Hong Kong Alliance Leaders Face Subversion Trial Over Tiananmen Vigils
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What happened: Three former leaders of the disbanded Hong Kong Alliance—Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan, and Albert Ho—went on trial yesterday in Hong Kong's High Court for inciting subversion under the national security law. They face up to 10 years in prison for organizing annual Tiananmen vigils and calling to end one-party rule, with the non-jury trial expected to last 75 days before three government-vetted judges.
Why it matters: This case marks a critical test of Hong Kong's national security law, which has a near-100% conviction rate and has already convicted dozens of pro-democracy activists. A conviction could further chill public commemoration of Tiananmen and democratic activism in Hong Kong, deepening international concerns about the erosion of the city's political and legal freedoms that once distinguished it from mainland China.
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Colorectal Cancer Now Deadliest Cancer for Americans Under 50
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What happened: Colorectal cancer became the leading cause of cancer deaths among Americans under 50 as of 2023, rising from fifth place in 1990. Deaths have increased 1.1% annually since 2005, while deaths from other major cancers in young adults declined by up to 5.7% yearly.
Why it matters: Nearly 60 Americans under 50 are diagnosed with colorectal cancer daily, with over 60% already at advanced stage 3 or 4. Only 37% of eligible 45-49 year-olds are screened, though screening can both detect early cancer and prevent it by removing precancerous polyps.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Right Sources
70% of sources are Original Reporting
65% of sources are High Factuality
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Trump, Kushner Unveil $25B Plan to Rebuild Gaza at Davos
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The details: Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff announced a $25 billion, six-phase Gaza reconstruction initiative called Project Sunrise, featuring luxury seafront development, AI-driven smart cities, and a redesigned New Rafah for 500,000 residents. The Board of Peace, led by figures including Tony Blair, Marco Rubio, and Marc Rowan, would oversee reconstruction contingent on Hamas demilitarization, with implementation potentially beginning within two months.
Why it matters: The plan would reshape Gaza's geography while hundreds of thousands remain displaced in tents amid winter cold, with reconstruction limited to IDF-controlled zones behind the Yellow Line where virtually no Palestinians currently live. Critics warn the initiative masks permanent dispossession, with proposals to relocate Palestinians to third countries like Somaliland during reconstruction and Israeli officials signaling plans to control 75 percent of Gaza permanently.
62% of sources are Original Reporting
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Deadly Landslides Strike New Zealand After Record Rainfall
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What happened: A major landslide struck Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park Thursday morning around 9:30am after record rainfall, hitting tents, campervans and the ablution block. Two people are confirmed dead and several remain unaccounted for, including children, with hundreds of families evacuated from the popular tourist campground.
What to know: Rescue operations continue through the night but have been temporarily halted due to secondary slide risk after the region received two-and-a-half months' worth of rain in 12 hours. Emergency services initially heard cries from the rubble but no voices have been detected recently, with geoscientists assessing whether the mountain is safe for continued rescue work.
62% of sources are Original Reporting
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Brain's Immune Cells Actively Erase Infant Memories, Study Finds
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The discovery: Researchers at Trinity College Dublin and Columbia University found that blocking microglia, specialized immune cells in the brain, prevents infantile amnesia in mice and improves memory retention. When microglia were inhibited in infant mice, memory engram cells became more active and the mice retained better memories of fearful experiences.
Why it matters: This breakthrough changes our understanding of how early memories are formed and forgotten, with potential implications for humans and other altricial mammals born helpless and dependent. The findings could reshape neuroscience research on memory development and the role of immune activity in cognitive processes during infancy.
90% of sources are Original Reporting
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Witkoff Says 'One Issue' Remains on Ukraine Peace Ahead of Putin Meeting
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What happened: US envoy Steve Witkoff told the World Economic Forum in Davos today that Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations have narrowed to one remaining issue with discussed solutions, calling it solvable. Witkoff departed for Moscow later today to meet Putin, then continues to Abu Dhabi for working-group talks on military and economic matters.
Why it matters: A negotiated deal could end nearly four years of war and unlock massive reconstruction funding estimated at $800 billion for Ukraine. Proposals include a US tariff-free trade zone for Ukraine that could provide competitive advantages and accelerate economic recovery, alongside security guarantees spanning 15 years.
80% of sources are Original Reporting
Daily Briefing
Abe's assassin gets his sentence; Vast moves to replace ISS; Wildfire links to autism in children
75 Articles •
Filipina Journalist Sentenced to 18 Years on Terrorism Charges
Left 29%
Center 39%
Right 32%
What happened: Yesterday, a Tacloban court convicted journalist Frenchie Mae Cumpio, 26, and lay worker Marielle Domequil, 28, of terrorism financing, sentencing them to 12 to 18 years in prison and P500,000 fines each. The pair, arrested in February 2020 and held nearly six years, were acquitted of illegal firearms charges but convicted for allegedly providing cash and supplies to the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army in March 2019.
Why it matters: Rights groups, including the UN Special Rapporteur and Committee to Protect Journalists, condemned the verdict as retaliation for Cumpio's reporting on military abuses, warning it sends a chilling message to journalists and activists. Cumpio is reportedly the first Filipino journalist prosecuted under terrorism-financing laws, raising concerns the precedent could be used to silence dissent and further endanger press freedom in one of the world's most dangerous countries for reporters.
97 Articles •
Hong Kong Alliance Leaders Face Subversion Trial Over Tiananmen Vigils
Left 29%
Center 44%
Right 27%
What happened: Three former leaders of the disbanded Hong Kong Alliance—Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan, and Albert Ho—went on trial yesterday in Hong Kong's High Court for inciting subversion under the national security law. They face up to 10 years in prison for organizing annual Tiananmen vigils and calling to end one-party rule, with the non-jury trial expected to last 75 days before three government-vetted judges.
Why it matters: This case marks a critical test of Hong Kong's national security law, which has a near-100% conviction rate and has already convicted dozens of pro-democracy activists. A conviction could further chill public commemoration of Tiananmen and democratic activism in Hong Kong, deepening international concerns about the erosion of the city's political and legal freedoms that once distinguished it from mainland China.
43 Articles •
Colorectal Cancer Now Deadliest Cancer for Americans Under 50
Left 44%
Center 52%
What happened: Colorectal cancer became the leading cause of cancer deaths among Americans under 50 as of 2023, rising from fifth place in 1990. Deaths have increased 1.1% annually since 2005, while deaths from other major cancers in young adults declined by up to 5.7% yearly.
Why it matters: Nearly 60 Americans under 50 are diagnosed with colorectal cancer daily, with over 60% already at advanced stage 3 or 4. Only 37% of eligible 45-49 year-olds are screened, though screening can both detect early cancer and prevent it by removing precancerous polyps.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Right Sources
70% of sources are Original Reporting
65% of sources are High Factuality
223 Articles •
Trump, Kushner Unveil $25B Plan to Rebuild Gaza at Davos
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Center 36%
R 23%
The details: Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff announced a $25 billion, six-phase Gaza reconstruction initiative called Project Sunrise, featuring luxury seafront development, AI-driven smart cities, and a redesigned New Rafah for 500,000 residents. The Board of Peace, led by figures including Tony Blair, Marco Rubio, and Marc Rowan, would oversee reconstruction contingent on Hamas demilitarization, with implementation potentially beginning within two months.
Why it matters: The plan would reshape Gaza's geography while hundreds of thousands remain displaced in tents amid winter cold, with reconstruction limited to IDF-controlled zones behind the Yellow Line where virtually no Palestinians currently live. Critics warn the initiative masks permanent dispossession, with proposals to relocate Palestinians to third countries like Somaliland during reconstruction and Israeli officials signaling plans to control 75 percent of Gaza permanently.
62% of sources are Original Reporting
185 Articles •
Deadly Landslides Strike New Zealand After Record Rainfall
Left 35%
Center 40%
Right 25%
What happened: A major landslide struck Mount Maunganui Beachside Holiday Park Thursday morning around 9:30am after record rainfall, hitting tents, campervans and the ablution block. Two people are confirmed dead and several remain unaccounted for, including children, with hundreds of families evacuated from the popular tourist campground.
What to know: Rescue operations continue through the night but have been temporarily halted due to secondary slide risk after the region received two-and-a-half months' worth of rain in 12 hours. Emergency services initially heard cries from the rubble but no voices have been detected recently, with geoscientists assessing whether the mountain is safe for continued rescue work.
62% of sources are Original Reporting
10 Articles •
Brain's Immune Cells Actively Erase Infant Memories, Study Finds
Center 100%
The discovery: Researchers at Trinity College Dublin and Columbia University found that blocking microglia, specialized immune cells in the brain, prevents infantile amnesia in mice and improves memory retention. When microglia were inhibited in infant mice, memory engram cells became more active and the mice retained better memories of fearful experiences.
Why it matters: This breakthrough changes our understanding of how early memories are formed and forgotten, with potential implications for humans and other altricial mammals born helpless and dependent. The findings could reshape neuroscience research on memory development and the role of immune activity in cognitive processes during infancy.
90% of sources are Original Reporting
76 Articles •
Witkoff Says 'One Issue' Remains on Ukraine Peace Ahead of Putin Meeting
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What happened: US envoy Steve Witkoff told the World Economic Forum in Davos today that Russia-Ukraine peace negotiations have narrowed to one remaining issue with discussed solutions, calling it solvable. Witkoff departed for Moscow later today to meet Putin, then continues to Abu Dhabi for working-group talks on military and economic matters.
Why it matters: A negotiated deal could end nearly four years of war and unlock massive reconstruction funding estimated at $800 billion for Ukraine. Proposals include a US tariff-free trade zone for Ukraine that could provide competitive advantages and accelerate economic recovery, alongside security guarantees spanning 15 years.
80% of sources are Original Reporting