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USA

The House Oversight Committee released over 95,000 images from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, depicting prominent figures including Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, Bill Gates, and Prince Andrew. The photos, which also feature...

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Iran

Narges Mohammadi, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was violently arrested in Mashhad, Iran, while attending a memorial for human rights lawyer Khosrow Alikordi. Security forces reportedly used tear gas and pulled her by...

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Thailand

Donald Trump announced a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia, effective this evening, following urgent discussions with Anutin Charnvirakul and Hun Manet to halt renewed deadly border hostilities. The...

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Syria

US Army soldiers and a US civilian interpreter were killed when their convoy was attacked near Palmyra during a counter-ISIS operation, Centcom and the Pentagon said. The lone assailant, described by Centcom and the...

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UK

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor will not face a criminal investigation after the Met Police said it will take no further action over reports he asked his taxpayer-funded protection officer to probe Virginia Giuffre. A review...

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Thailand

Donald Trump announced a ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia, following an escalation of armed conflict near their shared border. The Swedish Foreign Ministry expanded its travel advisory, urging citizens...

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Palestine

Raed Saad was reported killed in an Israeli strike on a car in Gaza City that the Israeli military said targeted the senior Hamas commander accused of rebuilding the group’s weapons network and helping plan the Oct. 7,...

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USA

Peter Greene, the New Jersey-born character actor best known for villain roles, has died at 60 after being found in his Manhattan apartment, his manager Gregg Edwards confirmed. Greene earned notice for playing Zed in...

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Switzerland

Lindsey Vonn achieved a historic comeback victory in a World Cup downhill race in St. Moritz, becoming the oldest skier at 41 to win a World Cup event and securing her 83rd career triumph. This remarkable win marks her...

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Belgium

The EU indefinitely froze €210 billion in Russian sovereign assets, primarily held by Euroclear in Belgium, to collateralize significant loans aimed at supporting Ukraine's financial and military needs in 2026 and 2027....

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Venezuela

María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Prize laureate, undertook a perilous secret sea escape from Venezuela last week to attend Nobel Prize events in Oslo, a dramatic journey dubbed "Operation...

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France

French farmers, led by Confédération Paysanne, escalated protests across the nation against the government's mandatory culling policy for cattle infected with Lumpy Skin Disease. The protests, which include calls for...

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Germany

Florian L. allegedly stabbed his acquaintance Dilara O. and her four children — boys aged 3, 5 and 7 and a girl aged 8 — in their Bergkamen apartment in the early morning, leaving the mother and one child initially in...

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Australia

Australia recently implemented a new Social Media Law, banning users under 16 from platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, a measure Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government defends for youth protection....

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Thailand

Johanna Ferm said her family is leaving Koh Chang after the Swedish Foreign Ministry (UD) expanded a travel advisory to cover areas within 50 kilometers of the Cambodia border, forcing many Swedes to rebook hotels and...

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Poland

Germany will send about 50 soldiers to Poland to carry out engineering work — building fortifications, digging trenches, laying barbed wire and erecting anti‑tank barriers — to strengthen a long stretch of Poland’s...

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Belgium

EU finance ministers approved a temporary 3 € customs duty on small packages valued under 150 € imported from outside the bloc, effective July 1, 2026, to combat unfair competition and ensure product compliance. This...

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Germany

Germany accused Russia of conducting cyberattacks on its air traffic control and spreading disinformation campaigns targeting its upcoming 2025 Bundestag elections and political figures. The German Foreign Ministry...

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USA

Brie Bird, a 9-year-old social media star, has died after a five-year battle with stage-4 neuroblastoma, her family announced on Instagram. Her mother, Kendra Bird, said they entered hospice earlier this year and vowed...

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Venezuela

Nicolás Maduro is facing mounting pressure as a small circle around Donald Trump advocates a three‑phase plan of covert action, strikes and seizures aimed at squeezing Maduro and securing access to oil and rare‑earth...

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USA

Emma Mackey stars in James L. Brooks' new film "Ella McCay," portraying a 34-year-old lieutenant governor navigating complex personal and political challenges. The film, described by critics like Alison Willmore as a...

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USA

Todd Bowles expressed intense frustration after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 29-28 "Thursday Night Football" loss to the Atlanta Falcons, criticizing the team's collapse from a 28-14 lead. Baker Mayfield took...

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SriLanka

A US special operations team intercepted an unidentified ship off the coast of Sri Lanka carrying dual-use components believed bound for Iran's missile program. Behnam Ben Taleblu of the FDD and US intelligence say the...

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Switzerland

Emma Aicher won the second downhill at St. Moritz in 1:30.50, Lindsey Vonn was second and Sofia Goggia third — 0.05 seconds behind Vonn — marking the first time Goggia and Vonn have shared a podium in almost eight...

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USA

Mike Johnson unveiled a House Republican healthcare plan to reform the ACA that would end the enhanced premium tax credits that expire at year-end, a move KFF says could roughly double premiums for about 22 million...

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Italy

Mobile Squad officers discovered a bomb built from two kilograms of TNT inside a polystyrene box disguised as a remote-controlled toy car near the police station in Fidene during anti-drug operations. Explosive...

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USA

Rustem Umerov, a top negotiator for Volodymyr Zelensky, held secret meetings with FBI Director Kash Patel, Deputy Director Dan Bongino, and Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff in the US, sparking concerns among Western...

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USA

Donald Trump recently signed an executive order establishing a national framework for AI regulation, aiming to preempt diverse state-level laws and ensure American global AI dominance over competitors like China. The...

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UK

Mohamed Salah's future at Liverpool FC remains highly uncertain following public outbursts, recent benching by coach Arne Slot, and exclusion from a Champions League squad. Salah expressed deep frustration, stating he...

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USA

Donald Trump dismissed recently released photos showing him with Jeffrey Epstein as "not a big deal" and denied any knowledge of Epstein's criminal conduct. The House Oversight Committee released more than 90 images —...

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USA

Andy Dick, the comedian, admitted to TMZ that he used crack cocaine after an apparent overdose on a Los Angeles street earlier this week, despite previously claiming only occasional use. Witnesses, including Shawn...

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USA

The Pittsburgh Penguins traded two-time All-Star goaltender Tristan Jarry and forward Sam Poulin to the Edmonton Oilers for goaltender Stuart Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak, and a 2029 NHL Draft second-round pick. This...

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USA

The highly anticipated "Street Fighter" film adaptation, directed by Kitao Sakurai, debuted its first trailer on December 12, featuring Andrew Koji as Ryu and Noah Centineo as Ken Masters. The trailer, which premiered...

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USA

Rian Johnson's latest film, "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery", is now streaming on Netflix, featuring Daniel Craig returning as Detective Benoit Blanc to investigate a murder within a religious community. The...

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Japan

Japan is on high alert for a potentially catastrophic megathrust earthquake, following a powerful 7.5 magnitude quake that injured at least 34 people and damaged infrastructure, prompting the JMA to issue its first-ever...

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TEDTalks

This revolutionary moment in space exploration
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Italy

Italy's government approved a reform package for its armed forces, aiming to increase personnel to 160,000 by 2033 with an operational start date of January 1, 2027. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto emphasized the need...

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NewYorkTimes

Behind the Supreme Court’s Push to Expand Presidential Power
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UK

Stanley Baxter, the acclaimed Scottish actor and comedian, passed away at 99, prompting tributes from John Swinney and the King's Theatre in Glasgow. Baxter was celebrated for his unique impersonations, extravagant TV...

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Venezuela

The Venezuelan government announced the US had unilaterally suspended a deportation flight scheduled for today, though a US administration official denied this, stating flights would continue. This development follows a...

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USA

Bronwyn Newport and Todd Bradley, stars of "The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City," have confirmed their separation and impending divorce after nine years of marriage. Their marital struggles, marked by allegations of...

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UK

The beauty industry is experiencing a "skinification" trend in haircare, treating the scalp like facial skin, which has led to a 4.2% growth in scalp-targeting products and a scientific approach championed by brands...

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CNN

World Cup pride match sparks backlash from Iran and Egypt
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Italy

Italy celebrated the recognition of its national cuisine as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO, a historic achievement championed by Giorgia Meloni for "Made in Italy". Concurrently, the nation addressed...

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Germany

A German World War II bomb, initially misidentified as an incendiary device but containing explosives, was safely detonated in Hanau, causing less damage than initially feared. City officials, including Claus Kaminsky...

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USA

Donald Trump is actively seeking a new Federal Reserve chair and says he is leaning toward Kevin Warsh or Kevin Hassett as finalists. Trump has criticized Jerome Powell for resisting rate cuts and told the Wall Street...

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USA

Donald Trump faces a lawsuit from the National Trust for Historic Preservation over his $300 million White House ballroom project. The lawsuit alleges Trump violated federal laws, including the Administrative Procedures...

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USA

Amy Schumer and Chris Fischer announced their amicable divorce after more than seven years of marriage. The couple affirmed their commitment to co-parenting their son, Gene, and expressed continued love and respect for...

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USA

Donald Trump faces widespread public skepticism regarding his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, with only 23% of Americans approving, though his approval among Republicans has risen to 53%. An Ipsos poll for...

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Mexico

Millions of pilgrims gathered in Mexico City for the annual feast day of Guadalupe, commemorating the 1531 apparition of the Virgin Mary, a central figure in Mexican national identity. Mexican President Claudia...

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USA

A gas explosion in Ashland, California, injured six people, including three PG&E workers, and caused extensive damage after a construction crew struck an underground gas line. The blast, which occurred after gas leaked...

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Finland

Sarah Dzafce, Miss Finland 2025, was stripped of her title by the Miss Finland Organization following widespread social media backlash over a racist gesture shared online. The organization publicly apologized for the...

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USA

Atlanta Falcons staged a dramatic 15-point fourth-quarter comeback to defeat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 29-28, with Zane Gonzalez kicking a game-winning 43-yard field goal as time expired. Backup quarterback Kirk Cousins,...

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USA

Lindsey Halligan's nomination as US attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia faces significant opposition from Democratic senators, likely hindering its advancement through the Senate. Senators Tim Kaine and Mark...

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Congo

Mike Waltz said Rwanda's backing of the M23 rebels risks steering eastern Africa toward a regional war after the group launched a fresh offensive in eastern DRC that seized the border town of Uvira. The offensive has...

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Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelensky said repeated Russian strikes — including a nighttime Kinjal hypersonic missile attack — severely damaged civilian and energy infrastructure, leaving more than a million households without power and...

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USA

Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen announced they are expecting their first child, sharing the joyful news on Instagram and through Steinfeld's "Beau Society" newsletter. The couple, who married earlier this year after...

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USA

Arabella McCormack, an 11-year-old, was at the center of a civil settlement in which the city and county of San Diego, Pacific Coast Academy and Rock Church agreed to pay $31.5 million on behalf of her two younger...

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USA

The Game Awards celebrated a landmark year for gaming in Los Angeles, with Sandfall Interactive's "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33" dominating the night by winning nine awards, including the coveted Game of the Year....

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USA

Donald Trump is reportedly moving forward with reclassifying cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance under federal law, a significant policy shift discussed with Mike Johnson, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and...

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USA

Jordan Firstman criticized the HBO Max series "Heated Rivalry" for its inauthentic portrayal of gay sex scenes, stating they felt overly staged and not representative of real gay experiences. Firstman, known for his...

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Norway

María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Prize laureate, expressed strong confidence in a peaceful democratic transition in Venezuela, stating that Nicolás Maduro's departure from power is...

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USA

Powerball has climbed to $1 billion, with an advertised $457.7 million lump-sum cash option, after no ticket matched the prior $930 million drawing and three tickets won $1 million each by matching five numbers but...

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USA

John Cena, a 17-time World Champion, will conclude his 23-year WWE career with his final match against Gunther at "WWE Saturday Night's Main Event" in Washington, D.C. The event, streaming live on Peacock in the US and...

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USA

Bruna Ferreira, the mother of Karoline Leavitt's nephew, was arrested by ICE near Boston last month and held for 26 days, despite her claims of no criminal history and prior DACA status. After her release on a $1,500...

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USA

Tyler Robinson appeared in a Utah court facing aggravated murder charges for the fatal shooting of conservative leader Charlie Kirk last year. The proceedings focused on media access, with defense lawyers requesting...

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USA

Churches in Massachusetts and Illinois have sparked widespread debate by reimagining traditional Nativity scenes to protest federal immigration enforcement actions, particularly those by ICE under the Trump...

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USA

Quinn Hughes, former Norris Trophy winner and Vancouver Canucks captain, has been traded to the Minnesota Wild in a blockbuster NHL move aimed at bolstering their Stanley Cup contention. The Canucks received Marco...

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USA

Sherrone Moore was fired as head football coach by the University of Michigan and arrested on felony home invasion and misdemeanor stalking charges after an alleged inappropriate relationship with a staff member; he was...

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Bulgaria

Rosen Zhelyazkov's Bulgarian coalition government resigned following widespread anti-corruption and anti-tax-rise protests across the nation, marking a significant episode of political instability. The protests, drawing...

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Brazil

The USA lifted financial sanctions on Brazilian Supreme Court minister Alexandre de Moraes, his wife Vivianne Barci, and their company Lex, following diplomatic efforts between Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Donald...

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USA

Carl Erik Rinsch was convicted of wire fraud and money laundering for diverting $11 million from Netflix, funds originally allocated for his unfinished sci-fi series "White Horse". The director, known for "47 Ronin",...

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USA

A federal judge ruled that the Justice Department violated Daniel Richman's constitutional rights by unlawfully accessing his computer files, which were intended for a potential criminal case against James Comey. This...

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USA

Donald Trump issued a symbolic federal pardon for Tina Peters, a former Colorado elections clerk convicted of state charges related to breaching voting machine equipment in support of his 2020 election fraud claims....

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Bolivia

Former Bolivian President Luis Arce was ordered into five months of preventive detention in La Paz on charges of mismanagement of funds from the Indigenous Development Fund. Judge Mario Helmer Laura issued the order...

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TheDaily

3 Senators Who Quit on Why Congress Won’t Stand Up to Trump
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USA

JB Pritzker signed the Medical Aid in Dying Act, making Illinois the 12th US jurisdiction to permit terminally ill patients, with less than six months to live, to request and self-administer life-ending medication. The...

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Colombia

Donald Trump warned of impending military ground operations against drug traffickers in Latin American nations, specifically labeling Colombia a "cocaine factory." Trump stated that any drug-producing country selling to...

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USA

Mubashir, a 20-year-old Somali American, was reportedly tackled, handcuffed, and detained by federal agents in Minneapolis despite asserting his US citizenship, an incident that prompted local official condemnation. His...

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USA

Donald Trump criticized 21 Republican Indiana senators after they rejected a redistricting plan passed by the state House that Trump supported, vowing to help primary those who opposed it and calling the vote a...

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USA

Taylor Swift revealed she acquired the masters to her first six albums using profits from her record-breaking "Eras Tour", a milestone she shared on "The Stephen Colbert Show" and through her new docuseries "The End of...

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USA

Washington state is grappling with severe flooding and ongoing evacuation orders as multiple atmospheric rivers bring historic rainfall, with Bob Ferguson reporting around 1,000 residents evacuated and significant...

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USA

FIFA opened a lottery for 2026 FIFA World Cup tickets, receiving five million requests within 24 hours amid high demand from fans globally, including Australia. Despite tickets for matches like those in the Bay Area...

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NewYorkTimes

Rescuers evacuate people from floods in Washington State
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TEDTalks

Is the AI bubble about to burst
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Ukraine

Two improvised bombs exploded in Kyiv, killing one serviceman and injuring four others, including two police officers, in what prosecutors described as a terrorist attack. Concurrently, Ukrainian drones targeted Russian...

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USA

Alvin Holsey unexpectedly retired from US Southern Command after just one year, transferring leadership to Evan Pettus amid controversy over US military strikes. His early departure followed reported disagreements with...

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Germany

Police evacuated a Christmas market in Duderstadt, Lower Saxony, the previous evening after reports of a potential threat, including sightings of a young man with a long gun. Despite a calm and orderly evacuation of...

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CNN

Turkish ships damaged in Russian attack on Ukrainian ports
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USA

Braxton Berrios and Alix Earle's recent breakup has garnered significant public attention, following reports confirming their separation last week. Berrios responded to speculation on Instagram, humorously questioning...

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Japan

Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi and US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth recently expressed deep concern over China's escalating military activities in Asia, emphasizing that Beijing's actions do not promote...

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USA

Fans of the "Stuart Little" film series are surprised to learn that the titular character, in E.B. White's original 1945 book, is a human boy who resembles a mouse rather than an actual mouse. This revelation sparked...

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USA

The US House passed a bipartisan bill reversing Donald Trump’s executive orders that had stripped federal workers of their collective bargaining rights. Led by Jared Golden and Brian Fitzpatrick, the measure passed...

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Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelensky visited Kupyansk, a frontline town, after Ukrainian forces successfully regained control of parts of the city, directly contradicting earlier Russian claims of full capture. The Ukrainian military's...

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USA

Kyle Richards revealed her new relationship ended, following her 2023 separation from Mauricio Umansky, due to intense public and cast speculation. Richards explained that she had fallen hard for the unnamed person but...

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USA

Donald Trump faces a lawsuit from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, which seeks to halt his White House ballroom construction plans. The preservationists allege that Trump violated regulations by...

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Venezuela

US forces seized the oil tanker "Skipper" off the coast of Venezuela, disrupting an illicit oil-shipping network that used "spoofing" to evade US sanctions. The "Skipper", previously sanctioned for ties to Iran's...

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Belgium

EssilorLuxottica, the French-Italian eyewear giant, is expanding its medical technology division by acquiring Signifeye, a Belgian ophthalmology platform with 15 eye care centers in the Flanders region. Francesco...

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USA

Amazon Game Studios and Crystal Dynamics unveiled new "Tomb Raider" titles and a TV series at The Game Awards, celebrating Lara Croft's 30th anniversary. The upcoming games, "Tomb Raider: Catalyst" and "Tomb Raider:...

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Fox

AI accused of being complicit in murder in case
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