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Mexico issues Puerto Vallarta cartel alert as Trump’s Greenland “hospital boat” gets a hard no, Louis Walsh drags Cowell, SC Dems lobby Biden, Arsenal smash Spurs 4-1 (Gabriel trolls Richarlison), Sweden slams EU Russia/Ukraine delays, and Verona protests Milan-Cortina 2026 costs and “green” hype
Mexico travel alert after cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta
Travellers heading to Mexico are being urged to monitor safety updates after cartel violence flared up in Puerto Vallarta. Visitors in the resort city have been advised to stay indoors, and multiple flights to and from the local airport have been cancelled. Because nothing says “relaxing beach getaway” like refreshing your government’s travel advisory every 12 minutes.
Trump floats sending a “hospital boat” to Greenland, Greenland says “no thanks”
President Donald Trump said he would send a “great hospital boat” to Greenland to treat neglected patients, prompting confusion in the U.S. and Europe. Greenlandic officials say they did not request any ship, and the island’s prime minister said it would not be welcomed, noting residents already receive guaranteed free health care. It is the geopolitical equivalent of barging into a well run kitchen with a spatula and announcing you are here to “save dinner.”
Louis Walsh unloads on Simon Cowell, claims he’s “lost his edge”
Louis Walsh criticised former X Factor colleague Simon Cowell, saying Cowell has “lost his edge” and no longer has the instincts he once did. Walsh said they have not spoken in years, claimed Cowell is surrounded by yes people, and suggested Cowell’s fiancée Lauren Silverman controls access to him. Walsh also dismissed Britain’s Got Talent as diminished from its peak and mocked Cowell’s new boyband project (December 10), while saying he hopes it works for the performers’ sake. Show sources counter that BGT’s recent reach and digital viewing figures remain strong. Two music industry titans arguing about who still has “it” is like watching two roosters fight over a parking spot at a nostalgia convention.
South Carolina Democrats ask Biden to help keep their “first primary” status
South Carolina Democrats are asking former President Joe Biden to help preserve the state’s position as the first contest in the Democratic Party’s next presidential primary. The political calendar, that sacred relic where every state swears it is uniquely qualified to go first because of vibes.
Arsenal thump Spurs 4-1, Gabriel trolls Richarlison online
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes celebrated a 4-1 North London derby win over Tottenham by posting an Instagram photo on the team coach holding a playing card with the number four and tagging Richarlison, keeping their online rivalry alive. Arsenal’s win featured two goals each from Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres after Randal Kolo Muani had levelled before half time, and it came in Igor Tudor’s first match as Spurs interim manager. Arsenal stayed five points clear at the top of the Premier League, though having played one more game than Manchester City. Football heritage, tactical analysis, and a little light social media pettiness, the modern holy trinity.
Sweden warns EU delays on Russia sanctions and Ukraine support help Moscow
Sweden’s foreign minister told Euronews that delays in EU sanctions on Russia or in support for Ukraine reduce pressure on Moscow at a crucial point in the war, just ahead of its four year anniversary. Translation: hesitation is not a strategy, it is just procrastination with better suits.
Protests in Verona over costs and “green” claims tied to Milan Cortina 2026
Protesters in Verona marched ahead of the Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics closing ceremony, arguing that billions in public funds are being spent on venues with limited long term value. They also challenged claims that the event will run on renewable energy and deliver lasting benefits. The Olympics remain the only event where “legacy” means “expensive concrete that will host exactly three concerts and a pigeon.”
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