Pro-Palestine narrative

Belgium's recognition of Palestine is a necessary response to Israel's systematic violations of international law and attempted genocide in Gaza. The sanctions target illegal settlement activities and government policies, not the Israeli people themselves. This diplomatic pressure aims to preserve the two-state solution while holding Netanyahu's government accountable for its expansionist ambitions and military occupation.

Pro-Israel narrative

Recognizing Palestine now essentially rewards Hamas terrorism and undermines genuine peace efforts by legitimizing the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks that killed 1,200 Israelis. These declarations are naive reactions to propaganda images that ignore the corrupt Palestinian Authority and Hamas's continued control over Gaza. Such unilateral recognition complicates future negotiations and distances realistic solutions by standing with terrorists against Israel's right to defend itself.

Nerd narrative

There's a 30% chance that Israel will recognize Palestine by 2070, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

Narrative A

This tragedy underscores the urgent need for international aid. Poor infrastructure, environmental degradation and climate change exacerbate disaster risks in Sudan. Global actors must respond swiftly to prevent further tragedy and help affected communities rebuild and recover with dignity and support.

Narrative B

It's an outrage that the West might be spurned to intervene in response to this disaster given that Sudan had already been facing facing famine, civil war and mass rape, yet humanitarian assistance from nations like the U.S. was cut. For the population of Sudan to be protected from further atrocities, richer nations cannot provide isolated support for this tragic incident, but must make plans for sustained efforts to address an ongoing genocide they have so far failed to notice.

Nerd narrative

There's a 15.5% chance that SAF and RSF delegations will both physically attend the same peace negotiation venue before Dec. 31, 2025, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

Techno-skeptic narrative

AI chatbots have become digital death traps for vulnerable teenagers, readily promoting suicide and self-harm while claiming to be "real." These unregulated algorithms bypass safety measures through simple prompt manipulation — pushing desperate children towards catastrophic decisions in their darkest moments. Regulation and oversight of these harmful AI technologies are needed.

Techno-optimist narrative

Sophisticated algorithms can detect suicide risk with 95% accuracy, recognizing subtle warning signs that human professionals may miss — monitoring social media warning signs, analyzing conversation patterns and identifying distress before a crisis strikes. When wielded responsibly with human oversight, AI can actually become a key lifeline. The benefits of this technology also need to be highlighted.

Nerd narrative

There is an 80% chance that, before 2032, we will see an event precipitated by AI malfunction that causes at least 100 deaths and/or at least $1 billion (2021 US dollars) in economic damage, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

Establishment-critical narrative

These protests represent the authentic voice of working-class America, which is under attack by the Trump administration. Rather than prioritizing basic needs, Trump and his lackeys prefer to dedicate resources to militarizing our cities and serving the interests of billionaires. By protesting, these workers are striving to build the country they deserve.

Pro-Trump narrative

President Trump has delivered unprecedented results for American workers since coming into office, with over half a million new jobs created, rising wages for blue-collar Americans, and comprehensive tax cuts that boost family income by over $10,000 annually. Riled up by agitators, these protesters ignore the prosperity enjoyed by workers under his leadership.

Nerd narrative

There is a 22% chance that Donald J. Trump will vacate the U.S. Presidency before noon Eastern Time on Jan. 20, 2029, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

Pro-establishment narrative

Russia's pattern of hybrid warfare against Europe has escalated to directly targeting senior EU leadership through GPS jamming attacks. This blatant interference with von der Leyen's aircraft represents a dangerous escalation that threatens civilian aviation safety and demonstrates Putin's willingness to use any means necessary to intimidate European leaders supporting Ukraine.

Pro-Russia narrative

Technical flight data conclusively proves no GPS interference occurred, with transponder signals showing good GPS quality throughout the entire flight and only a nine-minute delay. These false accusations represent another attempt to manufacture anti-Russian propaganda and justify increased military spending through fabricated security threats.

Nerd narrative

There is a 12% chance that Russia will attack a European NATO member before 2035, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

Republican narrative

The federal deployment was necessary to protect immigration officers facing violent protests and ensure federal law enforcement could operate safely. Intelligence briefings indicated a minimal risk, but the reality on the ground necessitated military support for officer protection. This wasn't law enforcement — it was a legitimate security operation.

Democratic narrative

This military deployment created an illegal national police force that violated fundamental principles separating military and civilian law enforcement. Armed soldiers conducting crowd control and traffic stops crossed clear legal boundaries established in 1878. The chilling effect on economic activity and civilian life proves the deployment exceeded lawful authority.

Nerd narrative

There's a 3% chance that the U.S. will enter a second civil war before 2031, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

Pro-government narrative

This law protects traditional marriage and family values that form the foundation of Burkinabe society. The legislation modernizes family law while preserving cultural norms that locals view as authentic African values, not foreign imports from the very Western nations that once colonized Africans and now attempt to assert moral authority over the continent.

Government-critical narrative

The criminalization of same-sex relations creates discrimination and violates fundamental human rights guaranteed under international law. This legislation contradicts the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights and denies citizens their right to private life without fear. The law is a dangerous step backward for equality and human dignity in Burkina Faso.

Nerd narrative

There's a 50% chance that at least 21.8% of people will be living in countries where same-sex marriage is legal in 2032, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

Left narrative

Europe's backslide on LGBTQ+ rights, not Linehan's arrest, is the real issue. Far-right politicians weaponize trans issues, fueling hate crimes and violence. Laws banning LGBTQ+ events and speech, like Hungary's Pride ban, marginalize communities and erode democracy. While Linehan complains about not being able to harass minorities, his anti-trans movement is causing real, physical harm to the LGBTQ+ community.

Right narrative

This arrest is patently absurd. Armed police targeting a comedian for his fact-based views is chilling and Orwellian. The U.K.'s obsession with policing speech, especially truths like "men can't be women," must end. Free expression has been under attack for a while now, with compelled language enforcing delusion over reality. This authoritarian trend threatens everyone's rights.

Nerd narrative

There is a 50% chance that the England and Wales prison population will be at least 129 per 100,000 five years after Labour's election victory, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

Right narrative

The AUR is right to push against the ruling liberal regime. Its fiscal policies, marked by austerity and EU alignment, have fueled poverty and unrest. The annulment of the 2024 election, where nationalist Calin Georgescu led, shows the old guard's fear of change. With 200,000+ signatures for Georgescu’s rerun bid and 31% polling support, Romanians are fed up with the corrupt, out-of-touch elite. AUR channels this demand for sovereignty and reform

Left narrative

The far-right AUR's no-confidence push is malicious. Their attacks on Romania's government, led by the popular pro-EU Nicușor Dan, exploit economic frustrations to fuel divisive nationalism. AUR's ties to Georgescu, linked to Russian interference and fascist promotion, threaten stability. Dan's anti-corruption, pro-Western vision aligns with high voter turnout seeking dialogue, not far-right chaos.

Republican narrative

President Trump has made the right choice based on the Air Force's rigorous, merit-based evaluation, which clearly identified Alabama as the top choice for Space Command headquarters. Multiple investigations by the Government Accountability Office and Pentagon Inspector General confirmed Alabama was selected purely on merit, yet Joe Biden had ignored these findings and chose politics over national security.

Democratic narrative

Claiming Trump made this decision based on merit and not politics is ridiculous, since Trump, in his remarks, made it clear he was punishing Colorado for having mail-in voting. Trump has decided to blame the voting system for his loss in the state and the fact that it has two Democratic senators. This is the definition of petty politics, and this decision isn't the result of some so-called rigorous study.