Foreign Intelligence Briefs
There is more to life than Vancouver, you know (but not much more). FIB looks at the myriad newsworthy things that interest us from over the mountains, across our shores and far away.
We Want to Play Japan’s Dangerous Game of Bo-Taoshi
Played on sports days in Japanese schools, the brutal game of Bo-Taoshi was originated by cadets in the Second World War.
Brave Birder on an E-Scooter Chases Down Dastardly Bike Thief
This bike thief had no idea what he was up against when he crossed paths with a guy looking for young family of crows.
Short Film Teases Reopening of Characteristically Noisy New York City
As case counts drop and vaccination numbers rise, the loud but comforting crush of urban life is coming back.
What Would Happen If an American President Authorized a Nuclear Missile Attack
Complex 571-7 is all that remains of the 54 Titan II missile sites that were on alert across the United States from 1963 to 1987.
Danish Vikings Discuss the Value of Wearing Helmets in This Clever Public Safety Ad
Just before sailing to England for a violent raid, a Viking leader is reminded by his community to protect his head.
What Would Happen if the Yellowstone Super Volcano Erupted Tomorrow?
It's blown before and it will blow again. We don't know when, but we know where, and it's a little close for comfort.
Gang Releases Over 1,000 Cockroaches In Taipei Restaurant During Dinner Rush
Police say members of Taiwan's Bamboo Union crime ring did the dirty deed at Taipei's G House restaurant over an unpaid debt.
VIDEO // A Day in the Life of a Chef at New York’s Michelin-Starred Jeju Noodle Bar
Poking chopsticks through a hot layer of wagyu beef to get at some ramyun noodles is what we'd like to be doing right now...
This Artillery Attack Survivor Makes a Living Crafting Kitchen Knives From Old Artillery Shells
Taiwanese blacksmith Wu Tseng-dong, aka Maestro Wu, uses his skills to transform the things that once terrified him.
Recognize This Patriot? Instagram Account Seeks to Identify US Capitol Insurrectionists
Is it possible to believe in due process while also delighting in seeing the people who raided the US Capitol get publicly outed?
That Time Madison Square Gardens Hosted a Rally for 20,000 American Nazis
Then as now, to paraphrase Edmund Burke, the only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good people to do nothing.
This Tequila Bar is Trying to Circumvent Covid-19 Restrictions by Becoming a Church
The change would mean it could reopen to sit-down patrons...er, worshippers...from the same household or bubble.
Brilliant Advertisement Implores Young People to ‘Be Heroes’ by Not Leaving Their Couches
In this German ad, we fast forward to a future that sees an elderly man looking back to 2020 and the 'sacrifices' he had to make.
Animation Reveals How One of Europe’s Most Beautiful Bridges Was Built Over 600 Years Ago
Prague's beautiful 14th century Charles Bridge has survived world wars, revolutions and floods. Now watch it being built...
This Drone Footage of Smoke Hazed San Francisco Really Fits Its ‘Blade Runner’ Soundtrack
It's been pretty smoke this past week, thanks to all the forest fires burning down in Washington. It's looks to be worse in California.
Visualizing the Dangerous Ingredients and Circumstances of Beirut’s Massive Port Explosion
Jugs of kerosene and acid. Thousands of tons of ammonium nitrate. The New York Times shows how it all went wrong.
How One Texas Library Hustles Curbside Pickup Service During Covid-19
Our libraries do an excellent job overall, they jazz up their marketing and follow the lead of Texas' Curbside Larry...
Watch the National Park Service’s Film on ‘Alone in the Wilderness’ Legend, Richard Proenneke
If you've ever seen 'Alone in the Wilderness' you've probably already fallen a little in love with Dick Proenneke.
Understanding the Obstacle That Makes Driving to South America Practically Impossible
The Darien Gap remains dangerous on so many levels that building an actual road through it might not be such a great idea.
How the American Market for Wagyu Beef Is Changing the Way Its Made
The Wall Street Journal takes a look at the competitive present and future of a market that will be worth $1.1 billion by 2023.
Watch This Incredibly Detailed Breakdown of Trump’s Violent Photo-Op Walk to Church
There have been many Trump moments that have been worthy of the title "Worst", but this might just be the champ.
“F-ck you, Corona. You Sound Like the Name of a Sneaky-Assed Bitch”
Chicago's famously abusive late night hot dog stand, The Wiener's Circle, is enduring the pandemic with attitude.
How the US National Parks Were Being Loved to Death Prior to Covid-19
This short video explains the myriad forces behind a recent massive increase in visitation to National Parks in the USA.
When Cartography and Satire Collided to Explain Complex Geopolitical Situations
In this short documentary, Richard Tilney-Bassett explains a fascinating pop phenomenon at the end of the 19th century.
Closed by Covid-19, One of the Best Restaurants in the World Will Reopen as a Burger Bar
Copenhagen's Noma is set to reopen this week with a surprising new concept: burgers and wine in the garden.
Chicago Potholes Filled With Colourful Mosaics Depicting Covid-19 Essentials
Dubbed "Holy Trinity", Jim Bachor's latest work sees three mosaics celebrating toilet paper, hand sanitizer and beer.
Architect of Swedish Response to Covid-19 Explains and Defends Unique Policy
Unherd interviewed the refreshingly blunt Professor Johan Giesecke about his country's controversial pandemic response.
An American Bar Owner Found a Unique Way to Help Her Struggling Employees
Have you ever been to a bar or restaurant where part of the interior schtick is to let customers tape or staple dollar bills to the ceiling?
