It’s shot rocket science

The European Union agrees to a trade pact with South American countries that would create one of the world’s largest free-trade zones (no matter any French tractors.) / eNCA, DW

The White House is considering paying Greenlanders $10,000 to $100,000 per person to secede from Denmark. / The Hill

In a wide-ranging interview, President Trump says the only thing holding him back from doing whatever he wants is “my own mind.” / The New York Times [$]

A pair of vetoes place Trump on the opposite side of every member of Congress, “including every Republican.” / Wake Up to Politics

At least 45 people have died in protests across Iran, where the internet’s now been cut. / CNN

From locking down your data to protecting your identity, a guide to protesting safely in the age of surveillance. / WIRED

The FBI originally agreed to share an investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good—now that’s no longer the case. / The Wall Street Journal [$]

Oregon opens a formal inquiry into the US Border Patrol shooting of two people during a traffic stop in Portland. / Oregon Live

Over the last decade, thousands of lawsuits against the New York Police Department allege abuse while people were handcuffed. / Prism

An expert on slums in Mumbai is “shocked” by homeless people’s isolation in San Francisco. / The Dial

“I don’t care if I don’t have my own things.” In Vallejo, Calif., one-third of young adults live with their parents. / The Guardian

Artists are increasingly being asked to help finance their own museum shows.` / The Art Newspaper

Artistic analysis of Steph Curry’s “worst shot ever taken” at the 2024 Paris Olympics. / The Believer

A moving essay by a runner explains why she chose to have explant surgery. / Mountain Running & Living

Jillian Hess: Making resolutions you can’t possibly keep can be incredibly useful. / Noted

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