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Daily Edition:
Europe Unplugged: What Really Happened?
Good morning, curious minds!
Ever wake up late, look at your phone, and realize the world decided to have a wild day without you? Yeah, that’s me today.
But don’t worry—I’ve brewed the strongest coffee, and I’ve got your back. From Europe’s mysterious plunge into darkness to Canada’s big Trump-inspired plot twist, and even a peek into America’s most exclusive (and influential) group chats, today’s issue is packed tighter than my morning subway.
Let’s dive in before my caffeine wears off.
Fatih Taskiran
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Europe
Europe Unplugged
Canada
The Great Canadian Rejection
Media
America's Secret Power Chats
Beyond the Core
Your New GYM Motivation
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Europe
Lights Out
There was panic this Monday when the lights suddenly went out across Spain, Portugal, and parts of France. Hospitals switched to emergency generators, airports closed, and thousands were stranded in metro tunnels. But what's behind this wave of darkness?
 It's not a cyberattack; it's "induced atmospheric vibrations," triggered by rapid and extreme temperature shifts. Think of it as nature sending ripples through the air, disrupting Europe's interconnected electric grid. Even though the lights are back on, the blackout brought home a stark reality: Europe's grid is far more fragile than anyone imagined. It's a teaser for darker times ahead unless we move toward more resilient, localized energy systems.
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CANADA
Trumped Out
Mark Carney's Liberal Party won the election upset in Canada, turning what was supposed to be a domestic vote into a response to Donald Trump. Pierre Poilievre—dubbed "Trump Lite" by critics—not only lost the election, but also lost his seat in Parliament.
 Analysts agree: Trump flipped the election, driving Canadians toward Carney's more defiant stance against U.S. tariffs. It's now up to Carney to deal with Canada's economic independence and a neighbor who's acting more like an overbearing landlord than a friend.
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MEdia
Groupthink Nation
Ever wonder how America's political and cultural landscape shifted so suddenly? Forget X, cable news, or Substack—American politics is changing in places you'd least expect: encrypted group chats. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Signal groups quietly formed, comprising billionaire investors like Marc Andreessen, media personalities like Tucker Carlson, tech giants, and political thinkers.
They evolved into clandestine hubs that led a dramatic shift to the right in politics. From anti-woke activism to China policy, these "digital salons" have influenced everything. Though messages disappear in seconds, their real-world impact endures, quietly redefining American politics.
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You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club.
— Jack London
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💬 Beyond the Core
Gym-agine
Yes, you can train for better sex, and it starts with your next workout. (Here's your gym motivation.)
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📸 Lens to Life
Taking a look at Hubble's 35th anniversary in pictures.
🗓️ Flashback
1864
1,700 British troops suffered their worst defeat of the New Zealand Wars against 230 entrenched Maori warriors at Tauranga, Tahr.
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1916
Irish republicans abandon the post office in Dublin and surrender unconditionally, ending the Easter Rising.
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1997
As a result of the Chemical Weapons Convention of 1993, chemical weapons are no longer produced, stocked, or used among signatories.
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Fatih Taskiran
I'm glad we could get together here. Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow!
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