Diego Laje 🇺🇸🇦🇷
@dlaje1.bsky.social
A journalist giving up on trying to make sense of it all.
Anchor & podcaster, to make rent and rants.
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Anchor & podcaster, to make rent and rants.
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Deadly wildfires are ravaging southern Chile. At least 16 people are dead, more than 50,000 evacuated, including hospital patients, and nearly 4,000 firefighters are battling 24 active blazes.
#ChileFires #ClimateEmergency #Wildfires
#ChileFires #ClimateEmergency #Wildfires
January 20, 2026 at 12:29 PM
Deadly wildfires are ravaging southern Chile. At least 16 people are dead, more than 50,000 evacuated, including hospital patients, and nearly 4,000 firefighters are battling 24 active blazes.
#ChileFires #ClimateEmergency #Wildfires
#ChileFires #ClimateEmergency #Wildfires
Protests in Minneapolis over federal immigration enforcement persist as local and national leaders trade blame for rising tensions. Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act.
#Minnesota #InsurrectionAct #ICEProtests
#Minnesota #InsurrectionAct #ICEProtests
January 19, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Protests in Minneapolis over federal immigration enforcement persist as local and national leaders trade blame for rising tensions. Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act.
#Minnesota #InsurrectionAct #ICEProtests
#Minnesota #InsurrectionAct #ICEProtests
Polling shows broad U.S. opposition to acquiring Greenland and most voters reject a purchase. Nearly nine in ten oppose military force. Still, House Speaker Mike Johnson has backed Donald Trump’s policy.
#Greenland #USPolitics #Polling
#Greenland #USPolitics #Polling
January 19, 2026 at 11:39 AM
Polling shows broad U.S. opposition to acquiring Greenland and most voters reject a purchase. Nearly nine in ten oppose military force. Still, House Speaker Mike Johnson has backed Donald Trump’s policy.
#Greenland #USPolitics #Polling
#Greenland #USPolitics #Polling
Polls closed in Portugal’s presidential election with three candidates nearly tied. High turnout points to a likely runoff, the first in 40 years. While largely ceremonial, the presidency holds real leverage .
#PortugalElection #EuropeanPolitics #Runoff
#PortugalElection #EuropeanPolitics #Runoff
January 18, 2026 at 9:38 PM
Polls closed in Portugal’s presidential election with three candidates nearly tied. High turnout points to a likely runoff, the first in 40 years. While largely ceremonial, the presidency holds real leverage .
#PortugalElection #EuropeanPolitics #Runoff
#PortugalElection #EuropeanPolitics #Runoff
Iran’s judiciary warns protesters of the harshest Islamic punishments, even as demonstrations ease. The regime’s problem remains untouched: a worsening economic crisis driven by repression and mismanagement inside Iran, not foreign conspiracies.
#IranProtests #IslamicRepublic #HumanRights
#IranProtests #IslamicRepublic #HumanRights
January 18, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Iran’s judiciary warns protesters of the harshest Islamic punishments, even as demonstrations ease. The regime’s problem remains untouched: a worsening economic crisis driven by repression and mismanagement inside Iran, not foreign conspiracies.
#IranProtests #IslamicRepublic #HumanRights
#IranProtests #IslamicRepublic #HumanRights
Emergency talks in Brussels after the U.S. slapped new tariffs on eight NATO countries. EU diplomats weigh retaliation as tensions rise over President Donald Trump’s push on Greenland—another sharp escalation in transatlantic relations.
#NATO #EUTariffs #Greenland
#NATO #EUTariffs #Greenland
January 18, 2026 at 7:53 PM
Emergency talks in Brussels after the U.S. slapped new tariffs on eight NATO countries. EU diplomats weigh retaliation as tensions rise over President Donald Trump’s push on Greenland—another sharp escalation in transatlantic relations.
#NATO #EUTariffs #Greenland
#NATO #EUTariffs #Greenland
The European Union and MERCOSUR have formally signed a new trade agreement, creating the framework for one of the largest economic partnerships on Earth. It’s ambitious, historic, and now enters the most dangerous phase of all: domestic politics and implementation.
#EUMERCOSUR #GlobalTrade
#EUMERCOSUR #GlobalTrade
January 17, 2026 at 11:27 PM
The European Union and MERCOSUR have formally signed a new trade agreement, creating the framework for one of the largest economic partnerships on Earth. It’s ambitious, historic, and now enters the most dangerous phase of all: domestic politics and implementation.
#EUMERCOSUR #GlobalTrade
#EUMERCOSUR #GlobalTrade
U.S. officials say the military struck Syria, killing an Al-Qaeda–linked leader tied to last month’s ambush that killed two American service members and a civilian. It’s the third round of retaliatory strikes in recent weeks.
#WarOnTerror #USMilitary #MiddleEast
#WarOnTerror #USMilitary #MiddleEast
January 17, 2026 at 11:22 PM
U.S. officials say the military struck Syria, killing an Al-Qaeda–linked leader tied to last month’s ambush that killed two American service members and a civilian. It’s the third round of retaliatory strikes in recent weeks.
#WarOnTerror #USMilitary #MiddleEast
#WarOnTerror #USMilitary #MiddleEast
President Donald Trump says he will impose an additional 10% tariff on Denmark and other European nations for opposing U.S. control of Greenland. Trump says the tariffs will rise, and stay, until a deal is reached to purchase the island.
#Greenland #TradeWars #GlobalPolitics
#Greenland #TradeWars #GlobalPolitics
January 17, 2026 at 8:05 PM
President Donald Trump says he will impose an additional 10% tariff on Denmark and other European nations for opposing U.S. control of Greenland. Trump says the tariffs will rise, and stay, until a deal is reached to purchase the island.
#Greenland #TradeWars #GlobalPolitics
#Greenland #TradeWars #GlobalPolitics
President Donald Trump is expanding his new International Board of Peace for Gaza Strip, inviting leaders from Egypt and Turkey. Reactions inside Gaza are mixed, while one small detail remains unresolved: who actually governs the territory.
#Gaza #MiddleEastPolitics #PeaceProcess
#Gaza #MiddleEastPolitics #PeaceProcess
January 17, 2026 at 7:57 PM
President Donald Trump is expanding his new International Board of Peace for Gaza Strip, inviting leaders from Egypt and Turkey. Reactions inside Gaza are mixed, while one small detail remains unresolved: who actually governs the territory.
#Gaza #MiddleEastPolitics #PeaceProcess
#Gaza #MiddleEastPolitics #PeaceProcess
In Uganda, Yoweri Museveni has won yet another election... extending his rule and defeating opposition leader Bobi Wine. Meanwhile, African Union observers reported no evidence of fraud; proving that if you don’t look too closely, everything looks democratic.
#UgandaElections #AfricaPolitics
#UgandaElections #AfricaPolitics
January 17, 2026 at 7:48 PM
In Uganda, Yoweri Museveni has won yet another election... extending his rule and defeating opposition leader Bobi Wine. Meanwhile, African Union observers reported no evidence of fraud; proving that if you don’t look too closely, everything looks democratic.
#UgandaElections #AfricaPolitics
#UgandaElections #AfricaPolitics
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has openly acknowledged that thousands were killed during nationwide protests; then blamed the United States and Donald Trump. The regime labeled the uprising an “American conspiracy” and vowed to crush dissent.
#IranRegime #StateViolence #HumanRights
#IranRegime #StateViolence #HumanRights
January 17, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has openly acknowledged that thousands were killed during nationwide protests; then blamed the United States and Donald Trump. The regime labeled the uprising an “American conspiracy” and vowed to crush dissent.
#IranRegime #StateViolence #HumanRights
#IranRegime #StateViolence #HumanRights
Demonstrations against federal immigration enforcement continue in Minneapolis. A judge has ordered federal agents not to retaliate against peaceful protesters, as the Justice Department opens criminal investigations into a state governor and a city mayor.
#ImmigrationProtests #CivilLiberties
#ImmigrationProtests #CivilLiberties
January 17, 2026 at 7:27 PM
Demonstrations against federal immigration enforcement continue in Minneapolis. A judge has ordered federal agents not to retaliate against peaceful protesters, as the Justice Department opens criminal investigations into a state governor and a city mayor.
#ImmigrationProtests #CivilLiberties
#ImmigrationProtests #CivilLiberties
America's big-shot carriers, namely Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular and (that Comcast wannabe) Xfinity Mobile; are turning the entire country into one giant dead zone. Not a glitch, it’s the most epic nationwide blackout since we all pretended 3G was fast. Enjoy the silence while it lasts.
January 15, 2026 at 2:01 AM
America's big-shot carriers, namely Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, U.S. Cellular and (that Comcast wannabe) Xfinity Mobile; are turning the entire country into one giant dead zone. Not a glitch, it’s the most epic nationwide blackout since we all pretended 3G was fast. Enjoy the silence while it lasts.
Officials say Washington will send hundreds more federal officers to Minnesota after the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, sparking protests in cities across the U.S. #Minneapolis #ICE #Protests
January 11, 2026 at 9:16 PM
Officials say Washington will send hundreds more federal officers to Minnesota after the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, sparking protests in cities across the U.S. #Minneapolis #ICE #Protests
More than 1,000 apartment buildings in Kyiv are still without heat after Russian strikes crippled the capital’s infrastructure as temperatures plunge to –12°C. Power outages rippled across the country as Moscow intensifies attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid in the war’s fourth year. #Ukraine #Kyiv
January 11, 2026 at 8:32 PM
Fighting in Syria's Aleppo has ended and civilians are trying to rebuild daily life after five days of clashes that killed more than 24 people and forced thousands to flee. Kurdish fighters ceded control of two neighborhoods under a new ceasefire as the Syrian military advanced. #Aleppo #Syria
January 11, 2026 at 8:02 PM
U.S. officials say President Trump has been given preliminary strike options against Iran as deadly protests rock the country. Tehran blames “foreign-backed rioters,” while issuing a warning to the US and its allies. #Iran #USPolicy #MiddleEast
January 11, 2026 at 7:44 PM
U.S. officials say President Trump has been given preliminary strike options against Iran as deadly protests rock the country. Tehran blames “foreign-backed rioters,” while issuing a warning to the US and its allies. #Iran #USPolicy #MiddleEast
One of Europe’s most iconic landmarks is booming, pulling in record numbers #Tourism #Switzerland
January 11, 2026 at 4:40 PM
One of Europe’s most iconic landmarks is booming, pulling in record numbers #Tourism #Switzerland
The U.S. State Department urged American citizens to leave Venezuela immediately as armed militias set up roadblocks and patrol cities amid a volatile security environment. #Venezuela #USAbroad #CrisisUpdate
January 10, 2026 at 11:25 PM
The U.S. State Department urged American citizens to leave Venezuela immediately as armed militias set up roadblocks and patrol cities amid a volatile security environment. #Venezuela #USAbroad #CrisisUpdate
One year after the deadliest fire in Los Angeles history, a new official report admits delays and communication failures.
#LosAngeles #Wildfire #Accountability
#LosAngeles #Wildfire #Accountability
January 10, 2026 at 8:35 PM
One year after the deadliest fire in Los Angeles history, a new official report admits delays and communication failures.
#LosAngeles #Wildfire #Accountability
#LosAngeles #Wildfire #Accountability
Trump says the U.S. stands ready to help Iranian protesters as the regime shuts off internet and phone service for 48 hours. Disconnecting a country won’t silence a movement already in the streets.
#IranProtests #Tehran #Freedom
#IranProtests #Tehran #Freedom
January 10, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Trump says the U.S. stands ready to help Iranian protesters as the regime shuts off internet and phone service for 48 hours. Disconnecting a country won’t silence a movement already in the streets.
#IranProtests #Tehran #Freedom
#IranProtests #Tehran #Freedom
The United States says it’s withdrawing from 66 international organizations, many tied to the UN.
#UnitedStates #UnitedNations #GlobalPolitics
#UnitedStates #UnitedNations #GlobalPolitics
January 10, 2026 at 7:00 AM
The United States says it’s withdrawing from 66 international organizations, many tied to the UN.
#UnitedStates #UnitedNations #GlobalPolitics
#UnitedStates #UnitedNations #GlobalPolitics
A federal ICE agent fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis during an immigration enforcement operation. Protests followed as well as disputes between federal and local officials over what happened.
#Minneapolis #ICE #JusticeForHer
#Minneapolis #ICE #JusticeForHer
January 10, 2026 at 12:16 AM
A federal ICE agent fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis during an immigration enforcement operation. Protests followed as well as disputes between federal and local officials over what happened.
#Minneapolis #ICE #JusticeForHer
#Minneapolis #ICE #JusticeForHer