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Doomsday plane spotted in LA; Landslide collapse in Cebu; Greenland wants to negotiate alone with US
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Kim Jong Un Vows Permanent Unconditional Support for Putin
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What happened: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a letter yesterday pledging unconditional and permanent support for all of Vladimir Putin's policies and decisions. The message, published today by state media KCNA, came in response to Putin's congratulatory letter believed sent for Kim's birthday on January 8.
Why it matters: The deepening North Korea-Russia alliance bolsters Moscow's nearly four-year war in Ukraine with thousands of troops, artillery shells, missiles and rocket systems from Pyongyang. In return, Russia provides North Korea with military technology, financial aid, and food and energy supplies, escalating regional security concerns.
92% of sources are Original Reporting
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Man Arrested With Over 100 Stolen Remains From Historic Cemetery
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What happened: Jonathan Gerlach, 34, was arrested on Jan. 6 at Mount Moriah Cemetery in Yeadon after detectives caught him exiting with a burlap bag containing human remains. Authorities executed search warrants at his Ephrata home and storage locker, recovering more than 100 full and partial skeletons—including mummified infant remains, skulls, and decomposing torsos—stolen from 26 mausoleums and vaults between early November and this week.
Why it matters: The desecration affects families of more than 100 victims—including months-old infants and people buried centuries ago—at a historic cemetery where Revolutionary War soldiers rest. Authorities face the difficult task of identifying and returning remains to families while investigating whether Gerlach sold bones through an online Facebook marketplace, with his preliminary hearing scheduled for Jan. 20.
79% of sources are High Factuality
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New Jersey Bans Cellphones in Schools
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What happened: Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation yesterday requiring all New Jersey K-12 public schools to ban cellphones and internet-enabled devices during the entire school day, effective for the 2026-2027 school year. The bipartisan law makes New Jersey the 28th state to restrict such devices, with the state providing $3 million in grants to help districts implement policies.
Why it matters: The bell-to-bell ban aims to reduce classroom distractions, combat cyberbullying, and improve student mental health after years of declining academic achievement and rising youth anxiety linked to device use. Schools already implementing similar policies report happier students, better grades, fewer disciplinary issues, and more peer interaction, though parents will need to contact students through school offices during emergencies.
75% of sources are Original Reporting
63% of sources are High Factuality
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Boeing Doomsday Plane Travels to LA with Hegseth
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What happened: A Boeing E-4B 'Nightwatch' command post aircraft landed at LAX Thursday night, marking what may be its first appearance at the airport in 51 years. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Pentagon press corps member Laura Loomer were reportedly aboard for meetings with defense industry leaders in California.
Why it matters: The E-4B is a flying command center designed to maintain government operations during nuclear disasters and can carry the president during crises. Its rare civilian airport appearance sparked widespread online speculation about transparency when sensitive military assets operate in public airspace, though officials indicate this was routine Pentagon travel.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Left Sources
100% of sources are Original Reporting
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Greenland Official Wants Talks with US Without Denmark
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What happened: Greenlandic opposition leaders urged direct talks with the United States without Denmark after President Trump renewed calls to acquire Greenland. A trilateral meeting between Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled for next week to address mounting tensions.
Why it matters: Greenland's strategic Arctic location is critical for US missile defense and holds rich mineral resources needed to reduce dependence on China. The dispute could strain NATO cohesion, with some US senators warning that forceful acquisition would end the alliance, while Greenland weighs independence or alternative defense arrangements.
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Venezuela Releases Political Prisoners After Maduro Capture
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What happened: Venezuela announced Thursday the immediate release of a significant number of political prisoners, including high-profile opposition figures like Enrique Márquez and Rocío San Miguel, plus foreign nationals including five Spanish citizens. The releases came less than a week after US forces captured former President Nicolás Maduro last weekend and took him to New York to face drug-trafficking charges.
Why it matters: US President Trump said the releases came at Washington's request, marking the first major concession by Venezuela's interim government led by Delcy Rodríguez since the US seized control. The US plans to control Venezuela's oil industry indefinitely and sell up to 50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude, with proceeds going toward US-made products.
64% of sources are Original Reporting
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Philippines Landfill Collapse in Cebu Kills 1, Dozens Missing
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What happened: A massive mountain of garbage collapsed yesterday afternoon at the Binaliw landfill in Cebu City, Philippines, burying workers in a materials recovery facility. At least one worker, a 22-year-old woman, died while 12 others were rescued and hospitalized, leaving 38 people still missing as rescue operations continue around the clock.
Why it matters: The privately operated landfill, which processes 1,000 tons of municipal waste daily, had prior violations found by the city's Solid Waste Management Board. The incident echoes a deadly 2000 Manila dumpsite collapse that killed over 200 people, raising urgent questions about waste management safety practices across Philippine cities where similar landfills operate near communities.
66% of sources are High Factuality
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Pakistan Finalizes $1.5 Billion Arms Deal with Sudan
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The details: Pakistan is in final phases of a $1.5 billion deal to supply Sudan's army with 10 Karakoram-8 attack aircraft, over 200 drones, training jets, and advanced air-defense systems. The package may include JF-17 fighters co-developed with China, with possible Saudi Arabian financial backing, though sources dispute this.
Why it matters: The weapons deal could shift military balance in Sudan's civil war, which has killed tens of thousands and displaced nearly 13 million since April 2023. The conflict represents the 21st century's largest humanitarian crisis, with regional instability potentially affecting global security and migration patterns.
76% of sources are Original Reporting
Daily Briefing
Doomsday plane spotted in LA; Landslide collapse in Cebu; Greenland wants to negotiate alone with US
36 Articles •
Kim Jong Un Vows Permanent Unconditional Support for Putin
Left 30%
Center 35%
Right 35%
What happened: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent a letter yesterday pledging unconditional and permanent support for all of Vladimir Putin's policies and decisions. The message, published today by state media KCNA, came in response to Putin's congratulatory letter believed sent for Kim's birthday on January 8.
Why it matters: The deepening North Korea-Russia alliance bolsters Moscow's nearly four-year war in Ukraine with thousands of troops, artillery shells, missiles and rocket systems from Pyongyang. In return, Russia provides North Korea with military technology, financial aid, and food and energy supplies, escalating regional security concerns.
92% of sources are Original Reporting
142 Articles •
Man Arrested With Over 100 Stolen Remains From Historic Cemetery
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Center 70%
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What happened: Jonathan Gerlach, 34, was arrested on Jan. 6 at Mount Moriah Cemetery in Yeadon after detectives caught him exiting with a burlap bag containing human remains. Authorities executed search warrants at his Ephrata home and storage locker, recovering more than 100 full and partial skeletons—including mummified infant remains, skulls, and decomposing torsos—stolen from 26 mausoleums and vaults between early November and this week.
Why it matters: The desecration affects families of more than 100 victims—including months-old infants and people buried centuries ago—at a historic cemetery where Revolutionary War soldiers rest. Authorities face the difficult task of identifying and returning remains to families while investigating whether Gerlach sold bones through an online Facebook marketplace, with his preliminary hearing scheduled for Jan. 20.
79% of sources are High Factuality
40 Articles •
New Jersey Bans Cellphones in Schools
Left 42%
Center 46%
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What happened: Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation yesterday requiring all New Jersey K-12 public schools to ban cellphones and internet-enabled devices during the entire school day, effective for the 2026-2027 school year. The bipartisan law makes New Jersey the 28th state to restrict such devices, with the state providing $3 million in grants to help districts implement policies.
Why it matters: The bell-to-bell ban aims to reduce classroom distractions, combat cyberbullying, and improve student mental health after years of declining academic achievement and rising youth anxiety linked to device use. Schools already implementing similar policies report happier students, better grades, fewer disciplinary issues, and more peer interaction, though parents will need to contact students through school offices during emergencies.
75% of sources are Original Reporting
63% of sources are High Factuality
21 Articles •
Boeing Doomsday Plane Travels to LA with Hegseth
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What happened: A Boeing E-4B 'Nightwatch' command post aircraft landed at LAX Thursday night, marking what may be its first appearance at the airport in 51 years. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Pentagon press corps member Laura Loomer were reportedly aboard for meetings with defense industry leaders in California.
Why it matters: The E-4B is a flying command center designed to maintain government operations during nuclear disasters and can carry the president during crises. Its rare civilian airport appearance sparked widespread online speculation about transparency when sensitive military assets operate in public airspace, though officials indicate this was routine Pentagon travel.
Blindspot: Low Coverage from Left Sources
100% of sources are Original Reporting
32 Articles •
Greenland Official Wants Talks with US Without Denmark
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What happened: Greenlandic opposition leaders urged direct talks with the United States without Denmark after President Trump renewed calls to acquire Greenland. A trilateral meeting between Danish and Greenlandic foreign ministers and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled for next week to address mounting tensions.
Why it matters: Greenland's strategic Arctic location is critical for US missile defense and holds rich mineral resources needed to reduce dependence on China. The dispute could strain NATO cohesion, with some US senators warning that forceful acquisition would end the alliance, while Greenland weighs independence or alternative defense arrangements.
408 Articles •
Venezuela Releases Political Prisoners After Maduro Capture
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Center 45%
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What happened: Venezuela announced Thursday the immediate release of a significant number of political prisoners, including high-profile opposition figures like Enrique Márquez and Rocío San Miguel, plus foreign nationals including five Spanish citizens. The releases came less than a week after US forces captured former President Nicolás Maduro last weekend and took him to New York to face drug-trafficking charges.
Why it matters: US President Trump said the releases came at Washington's request, marking the first major concession by Venezuela's interim government led by Delcy Rodríguez since the US seized control. The US plans to control Venezuela's oil industry indefinitely and sell up to 50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude, with proceeds going toward US-made products.
64% of sources are Original Reporting
120 Articles •
Philippines Landfill Collapse in Cebu Kills 1, Dozens Missing
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Center 47%
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What happened: A massive mountain of garbage collapsed yesterday afternoon at the Binaliw landfill in Cebu City, Philippines, burying workers in a materials recovery facility. At least one worker, a 22-year-old woman, died while 12 others were rescued and hospitalized, leaving 38 people still missing as rescue operations continue around the clock.
Why it matters: The privately operated landfill, which processes 1,000 tons of municipal waste daily, had prior violations found by the city's Solid Waste Management Board. The incident echoes a deadly 2000 Manila dumpsite collapse that killed over 200 people, raising urgent questions about waste management safety practices across Philippine cities where similar landfills operate near communities.
66% of sources are High Factuality
17 Articles •
Pakistan Finalizes $1.5 Billion Arms Deal with Sudan
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Center 45%
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The details: Pakistan is in final phases of a $1.5 billion deal to supply Sudan's army with 10 Karakoram-8 attack aircraft, over 200 drones, training jets, and advanced air-defense systems. The package may include JF-17 fighters co-developed with China, with possible Saudi Arabian financial backing, though sources dispute this.
Why it matters: The weapons deal could shift military balance in Sudan's civil war, which has killed tens of thousands and displaced nearly 13 million since April 2023. The conflict represents the 21st century's largest humanitarian crisis, with regional instability potentially affecting global security and migration patterns.
76% of sources are Original Reporting