Buried sediments confirm that the Romans mined gold in the Pyrenees Mining.com
This 400-year-old French craft was nearly lost until a Paris stationery store revitalized it EnVols
The Joys and Raptures of Drawing Common Edge
Flu hospitalization rate reaches its highest mid-October level since 2010: 5 key points Becker’s
Climate and Environment
Industry leaders were aware of microplastics for decades Los Angeles Times
Analyzing Storm Austen Climate Lab Book
Off-grid data centers generate 60-80% more emissions Climate Brink
According to a U.N. report, the U.S. significantly hampers global efforts against climate change AP
Pandemics
Bird flu detected in mink, measles cases double from last year, while SNAP benefits reach an all-time low Your Local Epidemiologist
Woman evacuated to Switzerland after Ebola treatment in Nigeria The Independent
Water Issues
Big Tech’s water consumption sparks global backlash Rest of World
The Koreas
South Korea’s relationship with Russia faces scrutiny from European partners Traders Union
Lee Jae Myung’s Housing Plan in Seoul: A Reflection of South Korea’s Identity The Asia Cable
China
Analysts warn that China’s stock market decline cannot be reversed by state intervention South China Morning Post
China’s AI Employment Dilemma: Concerns from Economists and Inadequate Solutions Sinification
Backlash follows the La Liga ban in China: Mbappé’s Mao meme triggers a significant reaction Heavy
Syraqistan
Palestinian girl succumbs to injuries from Israeli gunfire in southern Gaza WAFA
Netanyahu and Eisenkot both assert pathways to govern as the Arab bloc complicates voting Al Mayadeen
Some claim that Eisenkot will exercise restraint or be more beneficial to U.S. interests in the region, a sentiment that overlooks his publicly stated policies.
The notion that Vance is a “restrainer” in the Iran conflict similarly ignores his previous assertions.
Here are Eisenkot’s actual views👇
— Harrison Berger (@BergerPosts) October 28, 2026
The U.S. military reports that the Iran war has incurred costs of $47 billion CBS News
Yemen’s Houthi rebels target Saudi Aramco’s Ras Tanura oil facility Maritime Executive
UAE allegedly aids Ansarallah in their fight against Saudi Arabia in Yemen Drop Site
O Canada
Is there a genuine trade war between the U.S. and Canada, or merely a façade? Pluralia
European Disunion
EU and Arab states challenge the Turkey-Libya maritime agreement as Mediterranean disputes escalate EU Today
The Student List in Serbia, which won the election, pledges not to impose sanctions on Russia Novaya Gazeta Europe vs. Serbia’s Student List leader vows EU integration and open discussions on ties with Russia RFE/RL
Germany’s show trial sets a troubling precedent Progressive International
Media organizations demand transparency from the EU Commission as the Gaza documents investigation continues Anadolu Agency
EU prosecutors continue to seek clarifications from von der Leyen Politico
New Not-So-Cold War
Norway and Finland’s mediation in Ukraine is likely to falter: Europe struggles with diplomacy Ian Proud
Friendly reminder from the Kremlin: The Trump family promissory note is approaching maturity John Helmer
Lindsey’s legions Events in Ukraine
South of the Border
Flávio Bolsonaro flees to the U.S. Panamerican Dispatch
Trump ally claims Rubio orchestrated Flávio Bolsonaro’s escape to the U.S. Metropoles (machine translation)
Federal Police investigating Rockbridge/Meta’s involvement with the Bolsonaro campaign Panamerican Dispatch. Rockbridge, co-founded by JD Vance, is financially backed by Silicon Valley.
L’affaire Epstein
Trump and Epstein’s rivalry over women The Epstein Files by Julie K. Brown
Trump 2.0
In Trump’s pardon economy, victims of crime have lost at least $119 million in restitution CBS News
According to the book, Kushner had Tillerson ousted due to a $50 million UAE payment, as Tillerson supported Qatar. This frightened Qatar, prompting them to purchase Kushner’s New York properties to stabilize his financial situation.
— Karen Piper (@PiperK) October 27, 2026
Despite Khashoggi’s murder, Kushner and Saudi Crown Prince MBS continued their communications New Arab
In 2017, Jared Kushner provided Saudi Prince MBS with classified information about dissenters, which was allegedly used to justify Khashoggi’s murder and eliminate other dissenters at home.
He received $2 billion, with some funds reportedly used to hire a hitman.
Interesting times indeed.
— Jake Shields (@jakeshieldsajj) October 25, 2026
Midterms 2026
Federal agencies prepare for a “doomsday” scenario during the elections Ken Klippenstein
🚨The 2025-2026 political cycle has become the costliest in history!
With only eight days left, total advertisement spending has reached $11.21 billion.
The previous cycle cost $11.20 billion, featuring a $3.2 billion presidential race.
— AdImpact Politics (@AdImpact_Pol) October 27, 2026
Hackers disrupt campaign finance reporting by targeting the FEC system NBC News
Realignment and Legitimacy
When the State Becomes Commodified Thomas Karat
Police State Watch
Corporations align with Trump’s NSPM-7 crackdown Dan Boguslaw
Why the culture of deceit prevails? Alec’s Copaganda Newsletter
Big Brother Is Watching You Watch
Researchers reveal evidence of a large-scale surveillance program targeting Starlink users Gizmodo. “Discover-Tech, an Israeli advertising firm known for zero-click spyware, is the leading bidder for Starlink advertising impressions across 105 countries…”
Healthcare Challenges
New Report: The Infiltration of AI in Health Insurance by Big Tech and Big Insurance HEALTH CARE un-covered
ONC finalizes the HTI-5 health IT deregulation rule Healthcare IT News
Agriculture Issues
Antibiotic-Resistant Genes Discovered in Homes Near Factory Farms Sentient
Economic Trends
Guillotine Watch
California sober living facilities allegedly drugged residents to maintain funding, according to federal prosecutors Los Angeles Times
Imperial Decline Watch
AI Developments
Class Conflict
While property insurance costs decrease, affordable housing providers still face limited choices Shelterforce
Exploring the theme of alienation Evelyn Quartz
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