
๐ฅ๐The Informant
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โ๐๐ฒ๐ฝ - This is the current situation at the #Popocatรฉpetl volcano in Mexico this morning.
๐ฅ๐The Informant29,616,479 views โข 2 years ago

โ๏ธโ ๏ธ๐จ๐ญ - In Bellinzona, Switzerland, on January 30, 2026, a woman entered a mobile phone shop ("Salt/iRotto?") in Viale Stazione around midday. She initially requested a phone number and SIM card change, communicating partly in Italian and in writing. She suddenly pulled out a knife, threatened a store employee by saying "Ti ammazzo" ("I'll kill you"), and repeatedly shouted "Allahu Akbar" while holding the weapon. The shop manager alerted the police, who arrived quickly. The woman exited the store still armed and shouting, then refused repeated orders to drop the knife. Officers used pepper spray to subdue her, leading to a brief scuffle outside the premises before she was restrained, disarmed, handcuffed, and taken into custody. No injuries were reported among customers, staff, or officers. Authorities later transferred the woman to medical care due to her apparent psychological state.
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โ๏ธโ๏ธ๐ฅ๐ง๐ท - #BREAKING: A plane has crashed in Sรฃo Paulo, Brazil, claiming the lives of 70 people. Initial reports suggest the aircraft was en route from Cascavel (PR) to Guarulhos (SP). Details about the victims are still unknown. According to eyewitness videos, the plane spiraled downward before impact.
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โ๏ธ๐บ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ทโ๏ธ๐ฌ๐ง - No, the United States and the United Kingdom are not heading for war. But the unfolding events off South Americaโs coast are intriguingโand carry a distinct Israeli dimension. The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Nimitz, already slated for decommissioning, has instead been ordered on an unexpected new deployment and is now patrolling waters near Argentina. Its precise mission remains unclear, yet the pieces begin to fit together. In 1982, Argentinaโs military junta seized the remote, windswept Falkland Islandsโknown locally as the Malvinasโfrom Britain. Expecting no serious response over a sparsely populated archipelago thousands of miles from London, the junta was proven wrong. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher dispatched a British task force that swiftly recaptured the islands, toppling the junta in the process. The Falklands have remained under British control ever since, home to fewer than 3,500 residents living in peace. Fast-forward to 2010: a major oil field, Sea Lion, was discovered in the waters off the islands. After years of technical and economic hurdles, Israelโs Navitas Petroleum took control of the project in 2022. The company developed a viable plan to extract more than 300 million barrels in the first phase and, by late 2025, announced a final investment decision to move forward. Meanwhile, Argentina is now led by Javier Milei, one of Donald Trumpโs closest international allies. In Britain, Prime Minister Keir Starmerโs Labour government has repeatedly frustrated the Trump administrationโmost notably by refusing to support U.S. efforts against Iranโs Islamist regime, actions widely viewed as both ungrateful and timid. Then came a fresh global oil crisis triggered by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Almost overnight, the Nimitz appeared off the FalklandsโMalvinas, as Milei pointedly calls them. Observers in London, Buenos Aires, and beyond are now free to draw their own conclusionsโฆ or the ones Washington would prefer them to reach.
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โ๏ธ๐ฒ๐ฝโ๏ธ๐บ๐ฒ - The Mexican Navy's tall ship ARM Cuauhtรฉmoc, a 1982 Spanish-built barque with 277 crew members, collided with the Brooklyn Bridge in New York City just before 9 PM. One of the shipโs 150-foot masts struck the bridge, snapping and triggering a large-scale search and rescue operation. Several crew members in the rigging were injured, some critically, and were triaged at the Brooklyn Navy Yard before being transferred to hospitals. The ship, docked at Pier 17 since May 13 for public tours and the Sail4th event celebrating the U.S.โs 250th anniversary, was a symbol of international goodwill. The collision has marred the festive occasion, with ongoing rescue efforts in the East River and an investigation into navigational decisions underway. The bridge appears undamaged, pending official confirmation.
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โ๏ธโ๏ธ๐ฐ๐ท - Death toll from plane crash in South Korea rises to 47, more than 130 people still missing. The incident occurred when a Jeju Air flight, carrying 181 passengers and crew from Bangkok, veered off the runway upon landing, colliding with a barrier and bursting into flames. As rescue operations continue, more than 130 people remain missing, with emergency services working tirelessly to sift through the wreckage. The plane, identified as a Boeing 737, had a landing gear malfunction, which led to the catastrophic event. Initial reports suggest that a possible bird strike may have contributed to the equipment failure, although this has not yet been confirmed by official investigations.
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โ๏ธโ ๏ธ๐น๐ผ - A 27-year-old Taiwanese man identified by authorities as Chang carried out an attack in central Taipei. The incident began around 5 p.m. when he threw multiple smoke grenades near exits at Taipei Main Station, causing panic and initial injuries from smoke inhalation and chaos. He then boarded the subway, traveled one stop north to Zhongshan Station, deployed additional smoke grenades on the street, and proceeded to stab bystanders indiscriminately with a knife near the station and inside the nearby Eslite Spectrum Nanxi bookstore and shopping complex. The attacker was wearing a mask and possibly body armor. According to Taiwan Premier Cho Jung-tai, three people were killed and five others injured in the rampage. Evidence at the scene suggested the suspect also possessed petrol bombs or similar incendiary devices that burned. The suspect, who had a prior criminal record and outstanding warrants, fled into the building, where he fell from an upper floor (fifth or sixth) during a police pursuit. He died from the fall. Authorities have searched his residence and are investigating his motives, with no indications of accomplices. Security has been heightened at major transit hubs across Taipei.
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โ๏ธ๐จ๐บ๐ธ - A gunman wearing a bulletproof vest and armed with a rifle entered 345 Park Avenue, a 44-story Midtown Manhattan skyscraper housing Blackstone and NFL headquarters. The suspect opened fire, fatally shooting an NYPD officer from the 47th Precinct, who was working a paid security detail for Rudin Properties. At least two civilians were also shot, one critically injured. The suspect barricaded himself on the 33rd floor, where he was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The total number of victims remains unclear but is believed to be at least five. Two people were arrested at the scene of a shooting in Manhattan, a man and a woman. The woman has a cut on her head, and the man reportedly said, "Free Palestine, I'm not the active shooter!" Authorities are continuing to investigate the scene.
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โ๏ธโ ๏ธ๐จ๐ญ - Footage capturing the moment a deadly fire broke out at a bar in Switzerland has circulated on social media. Reports suggest the blaze may have been ignited by sparklers attached to champagne bottles during New Year's celebrations. Video shows patrons desperately trying to extinguish flames on the ceiling, but their efforts failed as the fire spread rapidly. The incident occurred shortly after midnight on January 1, 2026, at Le Constellation, a popular lounge in the upscale ski resort of Crans-Montana in the Swiss Alps. A powerful blaze, accompanied by what witnesses described as an explosion-like flashover, engulfed the venue, turning a festive gathering into tragedy. Authorities have confirmed around 40 deaths and approximately 115 injuries, many severe, with victims including numerous young people and international tourists. While the exact cause remains under investigation, multiple eyewitnesses reported that staff carried champagne bottles topped with lit sparklers close to the wooden ceiling, sparking the initial flames. Officials have ruled out foul play, describing it as an accidental fire, and noted that identification of victims is ongoing due to the severity of burns. Switzerland has declared a period of national mourning in response to one of its worst recent disasters.
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โ๏ธ๐จ๐บ๐ธ - Shane Devon Tamura, 27, from Las Vegas, identified as the suspect in the Midtown Manhattan shooting at 345 Park Avenue. He killed five, including an NYPD officer, and injured six in the 44-story building housing Blackstone and NFL headquarters. Armed with an AR-style rifle and wearing a bullet-resistant vest, Tamura died by suicide on the 33rd floor after barricading himself. A vehicle with Nevada plates and a rifle case linked to him were found nearby. Tamura had a concealed firearms permit from Las Vegas (June 2022). The motive is unclear, possibly tied to his past as a Canadian football player or NFL headquarters. The NYPD confirms the scene is secure, and investigations continue.
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โ๏ธ๐ท๐บ๐๐บ๐ฆ - Russia reportedly launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) at Dnipro, Ukraine, on November 21, marking the first known use of such a weapon in the 33-month conflict. The missile targeted industrial and critical infrastructure, causing fires and injuring two people. The ICBM was launched from Russia's Astrakhan region, accompanied by a Kinzhal hypersonic missile and seven Kh-101 cruise missiles. Ukrainian defenses intercepted six of the cruise missiles but did not confirm the ICBM's impact. The attack followed Ukraine's use of US and British missiles on Russian territory, worsening the conflict. Moscow warned that these attacks could cause serious consequences. Although Ukraine's Patriot systems can intercept short-range missiles, they are not optimized for ICBMs. Analysts question whether the US was pre-notified of the launch to avoid accidental retaliation.
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โ๏ธ๐๐ - New images from Severo-Kurilsk, a city in Russia's far east, show the aftermath of flooding caused by a tsunami, which began to recede this afternoon. The port sustained significant damage due to complete inundation. Meanwhile, traffic chaos persists in Hawaii as thousands seek higher ground amid the threat of a tsunami triggered by an 8.8-magnitude earthquake in Russia.
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โ๏ธโ ๏ธ๐ฒ๐ฝ - The incident at the Pyramids of Teotihuacรกn, in the State of Mexico, carries every classic hallmark of what intelligence agencies call a โPsyOp.โ The shooter acted with no apparent motive and was filmed wearing a โNatural Selectionโ T-shirt beneath his plaid shirt. That same design has been linked to American hate groups since 1999 and is drenched in โtrue crimeโ aesthetics โ most notoriously because Eric Harris, one of the Columbine High School killers in Colorado, wore an identical shirt on April 20 during the massacre. According to police reports, material related to the former Soviet Union was also found among the attackerโs personal belongings. When the pieces line up this perfectly, the darkest explanation is almost always the right one. With the World Cup approaching, the signals of a coming terror spectacle โ very likely a false-flag operation staged on Mexican soil โ are now impossible to ignore.
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โ๏ธโก๏ธ๐ช๐ธ๐ต๐น๐ซ๐ท๐ฆ๐ฉ - On April 28, 2025, a significant power outage continues to affect Spain, Portugal, Andorra, and parts of France, with no immediate resolution in sight. The blackout has disrupted electricity supply in major cities, including Madrid, Valencia, and Barcelona, as well as communication networks, impacting internet and mobile services across the affected regions. Government authorities have not yet issued an official statement, though Spainโs Ministry of the Interior has urged the public to remain calm while investigations are underway. Preliminary reports suggest the outage may stem from a failure in the interconnected European power grid, potentially exacerbated by recent high demand and integration challenges with renewable energy sources. Energy experts note that the European Network of Transmission System Operators (ENTSO-E) is working to stabilize the grid and restore full service. Social media reports indicate growing public concern, with users highlighting disruptions to daily activities and businesses. Authorities are prioritizing critical infrastructure, such as hospitals and emergency services, to mitigate the impact while a coordinated response is developed.
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โ๏ธโ ๏ธ๐จ๐ฆ - A tragic mass shooting occurred on February 10, 2026, at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in the small town of Tumbler Ridge, northeastern British Columbia, Canada. According to the latest updates from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and multiple reliable news sources, 10 people are confirmed dead, including nine victims and the suspected shooter, who died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. The victims include six people found deceased inside the school, one who died en route to the hospital, and two others discovered at a connected residence. More than 25 people were injured, with at least two suffering life-threatening wounds and others airlifted for treatment. The incident began around 1:20 p.m. local time when reports of an active shooter prompted a Police Initiated Public Alert (since canceled). Authorities state there is no ongoing threat to the public, and the shelter-in-place order for the town has been lifted. The shooter's identity, any potential connections to groups, and motivations remain under active investigation. Early reports suggest the violence appears to stem from anti-social or nihilistic impulses, but no confirmed links to organized extremism or specific ideologies have been released. This marks one of the deadliest school-related shootings in Canadian history, shocking the small, remote community in the Peace River region. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, the injured, and everyone affected by this senseless tragedy.
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โ๏ธโ๏ธ๐บ๐ฒ - A ground stop order has been issued at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, after a small commercial plane, carrying 60 passengers and crew, crashed into the Potomac River. The incident occurred when the plane reportedly collided with a D.C. Police Helicopter during its landing approach. Emergency services are actively responding, with fireboats already on the scene to conduct search-and-rescue operations, while all takeoffs and landings have been halted to ensure safety and coordinate the response.
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โ๏ธ๐๐บ๐ฒ - Tropical Storm Helene has caused catastrophic conditions in western North Carolina, particularly affecting communities around Asheville and Boone. The National Weather Service issued an urgent warning about a potential dam failure at Lake Lure, urging residents downstream to seek higher ground. The storm has led to unprecedented flash flood emergencies in Asheville, with the stateโs Department of Transportation advising that all roads in western NC are closed. Governor Roy Cooper described the storm as possibly the worst in modern history for the region, with over 29 inches of rain reported in parts of Yancey County and significant road washouts. The storm has resulted in at least 17 fatalities, including two in North Carolina, and left nearly 1 million people without power in Florida and more than 3 million across the Southeast. Helene's extensive and rapid intensification has made it one of the most damaging storms on record for the region.
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โ๏ธ๐ช๐ฎ๐น - British multimillionaire Mike Lynch, co-founder of Autonomy, and Jonathan Bloomer, chairman of Morgan Stanley International, are missing after their yacht, Bayesian, was wrecked by a tornado off the coast of Sicily. The yacht had 22 people on board; 15 were rescued, including Lynch's wife, Angela Bacares. Tragically, the body of the yacht's chef was found, while six others, including Lynch's daughter, Bloomer's wife, and Lynch's lawyer, remain unaccounted for. The yacht sank near Portichello after being hit by a powerful tornado early Monday morning, and the search for the missing continues.
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