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Venezuela
The
US Coast Guard
, supported by
US Navy
forces, seized the oil tanker Skipper off Venezuela’s coast in an operation confirmed by
Donald Trump
. This action, described as the largest tanker seizure ever, targeted a...
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USA
Sherrone Moore
was fired as head football coach of the University of Michigan after an internal investigation revealed an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. The university cited a violation of policy for...
3h
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Bolivia
Luis Arce
was arrested in La Paz, Bolivia, as part of a corruption investigation into the alleged misappropriation of public funds from Indigenous community projects. The accusations stem from his tenure as finance...
2h
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USA
Donald Trump
publicly urged the sale of
CNN
, labeling the news network "corrupt or incompetent" and a "disgrace" amidst a hostile takeover bid for its parent company,
Warner Bros. Discovery
. Trump's remarks followed...
3h
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USA
DHS
proposed stricter US travel security mandates, requiring Electronic System for Travel Authorization (
ESTA
) applicants from Visa Waiver Program (
VWP
) countries to provide extensive personal data. The proposed rules...
14h
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USA
A pregnant woman gave birth inside a
Waymo
driverless taxi while en route to
UCSF
in San Francisco.
Waymo
's remote Rider Support team detected unusual activity, alerted 911, and ensured the safe arrival of both mother...
6h
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UK
Sophie Kinsella
, the celebrated British author of the "
Shopaholic
" series, died at age 55 after a three-year battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive brain cancer she had been diagnosed with in 2022. Her family,...
12h
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Iceland
Iceland's public broadcaster
RÚV
announced its withdrawal from the 2026
Eurovision Song Contest
, joining Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, and the Netherlands in a boycott. This decision by
RÚV
, following remarks by...
7h
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USA
The
Federal Reserve
implemented its third consecutive 0.25 percentage-point interest rate cut, bringing the target range to between 3.50% and 3.75%, though the decision was not unanimous.
Jerome Powell
emphasized...
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UK
Ozzy Osbourne
, the iconic frontman of
Black Sabbath
, died at age 76 in July from cardiac arrest after a prolonged battle with
Parkinson's disease
and other health issues. His wife,
Sharon Osbourne
, shared on "Piers...
9h
/2h
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USA
Donald Trump
launched a new "gold card" visa program, allowing wealthy foreign individuals to buy US residency for $1 million, with a "platinum card" version for $5 million also announced. This initiative, intended to...
33m
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UK
Scientists in Suffolk, England, uncovered the earliest known evidence of deliberate human fire-making, dating back an astonishing 400,000 to 415,000 years ago. This groundbreaking discovery, detailed in
Nature
by a team...
7h
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Palestine
The US aims to deploy an International Stabilization Force (
ISF
) to Gaza in early 2026 as part of the ceasefire's second phase, with
Turkey
training troops and seeking US support despite Israeli objections. Conflicting...
1h
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USA
Federal Judge
Charles Breyer
blocked the
Trump administration
's deployment of California
National Guard
troops in Los Angeles, directing control back to
Gavin Newsom
. Breyer criticized the federalization for immigration...
9h
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USA
The
Trump administration
announced a new militarized zone along California’s border with Mexico, transferring jurisdiction of much of the international border to the
Navy
to enhance national security. This move,...
1h
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USA
Wenne Alton Davis
, the actress known for her role in The Marvelous
Mrs. Maisel
, recently died after being struck by an SUV in New York. Police reported that the 60-year-old, also known by her birth name
Wendy Davis
, had...
1h
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UK
The UEFA
Champions League
group stage saw key results unfold on the sixth match day, with
Arsenal
securing a dominant 3-0 victory over
Club Brugge
to near automatic qualification, while
Manchester City
overcame Real...
1h
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Germany
Bayer Leverkusen
secured a late 2-2 home draw against
Newcastle United
in a
Champions League
group match, with
Alejandro Grimaldo
netting an 88th-minute equalizer after the visitors had taken the lead. The match at...
3h
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USA
The
DHS
secured a $140 million contract with
Daedalus Aviation
to acquire six
Boeing
737 jets for
ICE
deportation operations. This initiative, supported by
Donald Trump
and
DHS
spokeswoman
Tricia McLaughlin
, aims to...
8h
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Germany
An estimated 200,000 liters of crude oil spilled from a
PCK refinery
pipeline near Gramzow, Brandenburg, during maintenance, erupting in a 25-meter fountain. The incident occurred on the
Rostock–Schwedt pipeline
, which...
6h
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USA
Sam Asghari
, known as
Britney Spears
’ ex-husband, posed nude for the December 2025 issue of
Playgirl
, featuring multiple steamy shots including one with a strategically placed towel and another in a bathtub. The...
3h
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USA
The
US House
approved the National Defense Authorization Act (
NDAA
), a nearly $900 billion defense policy bill passed with bipartisan support that now moves to the
Senate
. This expansive legislation includes a 3.8% pay...
12h
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Greenland
Denmark reached a deal to compensate thousands of Indigenous women and girls in Greenland for forcible contraception practices implemented by health authorities between 1960 and 1991.
Mette Frederiksen
publicly...
7h
/6h
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USA
Beyoncé
,
Venus Williams
,
Nicole Kidman
, and
Anna Wintour
will co-chair the 2026
Met Gala
on May 4, an event serving as a crucial fundraiser for the
Metropolitan Museum
's
Costume Institute
. The gala will precede the...
9h
/2h
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USA
A grand jury in Los Angeles continues to hear testimony in the death investigation of
Celeste Rivas
, whose body was found in singer
D4vd
's impounded car, with
D4vd
named as a suspect.
Robert Morgenroth
,
D4vd
's manager,...
3h
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NewZealand
Spotify
launched "Prompted Playlists" for
Premium
listeners in New Zealand, allowing users to direct the music algorithm with custom text prompts based on their extensive listening history. This new beta feature aims to...
3h
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Italy
Italian cuisine officially received
UNESCO
Intangible Cultural Heritage status, becoming the first entire national gastronomic style to earn this global recognition at a committee meeting in New Delhi. The landmark...
14h
/9h
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USA
Taylor Swift
introduced her six-part docuseries, "
The End of an Era
," and concert film, "
Taylor Swift
|
The Eras Tour
| The Final Show," at a New York screening. She became emotional discussing the extensive effort...
7h
/4h
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UK
SAS
Connect cabin crew in London announced a four-day Christmas strike, starting December 22, threatening to disrupt flights to and from Scandinavia during the holiday period. Over 130
Unite the Union
members demand a...
7h
/6h
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Morocco
Two adjacent four-story residential buildings collapsed in Fez, Morocco, resulting in 22 fatalities and 16 injuries. The structures, which housed eight families and showed signs of instability, were reportedly built...
15h
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USA
The
NFL
announced the launch and funding of a new professional flag football league, investing up to $32 million for men's and women's divisions, a move Executive Vice President of Football Operations
Troy Vincent Sr.
...
5h
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USA
Eileen Higgins
achieved a historic victory in the Miami mayoral election, becoming the city's first female mayor and the first Democrat to hold the office in nearly 30 years. Higgins secured approximately 59% of the...
21h
/4h
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Belgium
The
European Commission
introduced a "Grids Package" to revamp the EU's energy infrastructure law, aiming to accelerate permits and strengthen interconnections across member states. The initiative, which follows a major...
6h
#
USA
Donald Trump
publicly acknowledged and reiterated his controversial 2018 "shithole countries" remarks at a Pennsylvania rally, specifically targeting nations like Haiti and Somalia while advocating for a "permanent...
20h
/1h
#
USA
Jen Shah
, known from "
Real Housewives SLC
", was released from federal prison in Texas and moved to community confinement, nearly four years early from her original 6.5-year sentence. Shah pleaded guilty to conspiracy to...
11h
/9h
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Palestine
A severe storm, named Byron, is bringing heavy rains and strong winds to the Gaza Strip and Israel, causing widespread flooding in hundreds of refugee camps and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. The adverse weather...
8h
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NewYorkTimes
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USA
Donald Trump
campaigned in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, asserting his administration delivered an "A-plus-plus-plus-plus-plus" economy and that his "affordability" agenda would address high prices. Trump dismissed...
24h
/1h
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Italy
A 20-year-old man was charged with aggravated theft in Reggio Emilia, Italy, after allegedly using
Face ID
to unlock his sleeping ex-girlfriend's phone and transfer €25,000 to his account. The victim reported the theft...
9h
#
USA
Donald Trump
strongly refuted recent media reports questioning his physical stamina and cognitive abilities, labeling such inquiries "seditious" and "fake news." This renewed scrutiny stemmed from various incidents,...
14h
/11h
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CNN
“
Rubio brings back
Times New Roman
font ousting wasteful
Calibri
”
3h
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Brazil
Brazil's
Chamber of Deputies
approved a controversial bill that could significantly reduce the prison sentence of
Jair Bolsonaro
for his role in the January 8, 2023 coup attempts. Championed by
Paulinho da Força
, the...
21h
/7h
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USA
Adobe
has integrated its popular
Photoshop
,
Acrobat
, and
Adobe Express
applications into
ChatGPT
, allowing users to edit images and PDFs directly within the chat interface for free starting December 10, 2025. This...
9h
#
Italy
The Italian government plans to introduce an economic aid package in 2026, offering a 55 euro yearly electricity bill bonus to approximately 4.5 million vulnerable families. This initiative, funded by 1 billion euros...
13h
/12h
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USA
Kim Kardashian
recently shared a series of never-before-seen selfies on
Instagram
, prominently featuring a bed photo with
Britney Spears
and
Khloé Kardashian
that offered a behind-the-scenes glimpse of an earlier...
9h
#
France
Sébastien Lecornu
secured a significant political victory by passing his government's
social security
budget through the
National Assembly
with a 247-234 vote. This marks the first time since 2022 that a minority...
10h
#
UK
Jordan Bardella
met with
Nigel Farage
in London to discuss a "patriotic alliance" focused on radical immigration reforms and reshaping Europe. Bardella proposed joint French-British Channel patrols, allowing Border...
11h
#
USA
A
Beechcraft
55 aircraft made an emergency landing on
Interstate 95
in Brevard County, Florida, colliding with a
Toyota Camry
and injuring its 57-year-old driver. The twin-engine plane, owned by
Tailwinds Flying
and...
21h
/7h
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Ukraine
Volodymyr Zelensky
expressed conditional readiness to hold presidential elections in Ukraine, driven by pressure from
Donald Trump
and the
White House
's shifting security strategy. His willingness is contingent on...
31h
/5h
#
Belgium
The EU recently provisionally agreed to a landmark climate target, aiming for a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels, with Denmark's climate minister
Lars Aagaard
playing a key...
23h
/9h
#
USA
Diana Ross
will headline "Dick Clark's Rockin' New Year's Eve With
Ryan Seacrest
", performing a medley of hits including "I'm Coming Out" and "Upside Down" live from Times Square in New York. The special, featuring a...
11h
#
USA
Marco Rubio
, serving as Secretary of State, ordered the
US State Department
to revert its official communications font to
Times New Roman
, reversing a 2023 directive. He characterized the previous switch to
Calibri
,...
22h
/6h
#
USA
Ilhan Omar
faced renewed criticism after
Donald Trump
called for her deportation at a Pennsylvania rally and
Elon Musk
suggested her past comments amounted to treason. Trump reiterated unsubstantiated claims about her...
17h
/6h
#
UK
The "Abba Voyage" show in London has generated over 25 billion Swedish kronor for the British economy since its May 2022 premiere, attracting more than three million attendees. Featuring hologram versions of ABBA...
15h
#
USA
Jimmy Kimmel
humorously criticized
Donald Trump
's proposal to host a
UFC
event on the
White House
lawn in 2026, likening Trump to "a child" for the idea. The comedian questioned the appropriateness of the event, which...
12h
#
USA
Rod Paige
, the nation's first Black Secretary of Education, died at 92 in Houston. Appointed by
George W. Bush
, Paige was instrumental in developing and implementing the landmark
No Child Left Behind Act
, a signature...
18h
/4h
#
Norway
María Corina Machado
received the Nobel Peace Prize, with her daughter
Ana Corina Sosa
accepting the award in Oslo earlier today, after Machado herself successfully defied a travel ban to arrive in the city. Machado...
34h
/2h
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USA
Democrats continued their strong electoral performance by flipping a state
House
seat in Georgia, building on gains in several states and intensifying their focus on state legislative contests nationwide. Representative...
15h
/3h
#
Italy
Flavio Filoni
, Mayor of Galatone, discovered a 38-year-old man from Ghana hiding within a Nativity scene in the town square. The individual, identified as a fugitive wanted in
Bologna
for resisting arrest and aggravated...
11h
#
France
A new report from the
World Inequality Lab
reveals the wealthiest 0.001% of the global population, approximately 56,000 individuals, now control three times the wealth of the poorest 2.8 billion adults. Co-directed by...
12h
#
USA
Donald Trump
's administration outlined a controversial "National Security Strategy" last week, advocating for US engagement with "patriotic parties" to reshape Europe while also focusing on Latin America and Asia. The...
18h
/5h
#
Germany
Christine Lagarde
stated the eurozone economy performs better than expected but faces an "existential crisis" due to internal trade barriers and a fragmented financial market, hindering competitiveness and productivity....
12h
#
USA
Gavin Newsom
is positioning himself for a potential 2028 presidential bid by adopting a dual strategy of fierce criticism against
Donald Trump
and simultaneously seeking federal aid for California. This approach, which...
13h
#
TheJoeRoganExperience
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Jelly Roll
”
8h
#
USA
The US Supreme Court recently allowed Texas's mid-decade redistricting plan to proceed, a decision influencing the 2026 midterm elections and leading to criticism from legal experts like
Erwin Chemerinsky
and Justice...
14h
#
Australia
Australia recently implemented a nationwide ban preventing individuals under 16 from accessing
social media
, a measure championed by
Anthony Albanese
to protect youth from online harms. The legislation, inspired by...
36h
/1h
#
Netherlands
Europol
's
Operation Grimm
has led to 193 arrests across Europe, significantly advancing efforts against "violence as a service" (VaaS), a phenomenon where criminal networks outsource violent acts. The six-month...
14h
#
USA
The
Epstein Transparency Act
, a federal law signed by
Donald Trump
last month, mandates the
DOJ
to release all comprehensive files related to
Jeffrey Epstein
and
Ghislaine Maxwell
by December 19. Federal judges,...
34h
/6h
#
USA
Donald Trump
expressed skepticism about US involvement in the Ukraine conflict, stating the country does not want to "waste time" and would decide on attending a weekend meeting in Europe based on input from European...
35h
/1h
#
Italy
Italy's complex tax system includes various deadlines, with the second installment of the Imposta Municipale Unica (
IMU
) property tax for 2025 due on December 16, primarily affecting owners of second homes and luxury...
17h
/13h
#
NewYorkTimes
“
How Crypto Casinos Lure in Young Gamblers
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8h
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Italy
The Villa Silvestri Rivaldi, a 16th-century Renaissance complex in Rome, is set to reopen after decades of neglect following an agreement between the Lazio Region and the Ministry of Culture, with Minister Alessandro...
15h
#
France
Benjamin Haddad
, France's Minister Delegate for Europe, has urged the
European Commission
to investigate allegations that EU funds for NGOs in Palestinian territories may have been diverted to the Palestinian Islamist...
15h
#
USA
Elon Musk
reflected on his "somewhat successful" tenure leading the
Trump administration
's
DOGE
, stating he would not repeat the experience. Speaking on "The
Katie Miller Podcast
", Musk acknowledged
DOGE
halted...
20h
/7h
#
Italy
Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly agreed to a transfer to Roma, with the Italian club now accelerating negotiations with Manchester United to finalize the deal. Roma aims to secure Zirkzee as a January...
15h
#
TEDTalks
“
Why I attempt the world's most dangerous stunts
”
9h
#
CNN
“
Ukraine expected to send revised peace proposal to US today
”
9h
#
USA
SpaceX
is reportedly preparing for an
IPO
in mid-to-late 2026, targeting a valuation of approximately $1.5 trillion and aiming to raise over $30 billion for developing space-based data centers. Founder
Elon Musk
...
26h
/8h
2
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USA
Taylor Swift
recently enjoyed a night out in New York with
Este Haim
, dining at
Chez Margaux
, while separate reports highlighted
Blake Lively
's promotional event and rumored estrangement from Swift. Swift and Travis...
20h
/12h
#
USA
Jacob Lee Bard
faces murder and first-degree assault charges following a shooting at
Kentucky State University
’s
Whitney M. Young Jr. Hall
earlier this week. The incident resulted in the death of 19-year-old student...
28h
/1h
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USA
Grammy
-nominated baritone
Jubilant Sykes
was fatally stabbed at his Santa Monica home two days ago, leading to the arrest of his 31-year-old son,
Micah Sykes
, on suspicion of homicide.
Santa Monica Police
officers...
25h
/11h
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USA
An unusually potent atmospheric river brought severe weather and nearly 5 trillion gallons of rain to Washington state over the past week, prompting Governor
Bob Ferguson
to activate the state's Emergency Operations...
19h
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Belgium
The German research institute Kiel Institute warned that military aid to Ukraine could reach its lowest level in 2025, as European efforts struggle to compensate for the cessation of US aid following Donald Trump's...
16h
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Italy
A major anti-mafia operation in Palermo, led by Chief Prosecutor
Maurizio De Lucia
, resulted in 50 precautionary measures against individuals linked to
Cosa Nostra
clans and extensive drug trafficking networks,...
17h
/14h
#
USA
The Supreme Court is considering arguments in a case that could redefine how intellectual disability is assessed in death penalty cases, potentially making it more challenging for convicted murderers like Joseph Clifton...
17h
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Ukraine
Volodymyr Zelensky
's administration has intensified Ukraine's strategy to disrupt Russia's oil sales, targeting "shadow fleet" vessels like the tanker Dashan in the Black Sea. The Security Service of Ukraine (
SBU
)...
28h
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Italy
Volodymyr Zelensky
engaged in intensive diplomatic efforts across Europe, meeting with
Giorgia Meloni
,
Leo XIV
, and leaders in
Britain
, France, and Germany to refine a peace proposal for US partners.
Leo XIV
emphasized...
35h
/6h
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USA
Mary Carole McDonnell
, former CEO of
Bellum Entertainment
, has been added to the
FBI
's
Most Wanted list
for allegedly orchestrating a $30 million bank fraud scheme targeting financial institutions in California. She is...
27h
/6h
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Denmark
Denmark's military intelligence,
DDIS
, identified the USA as a security threat for the first time in its annual assessment. The report, released today, indicates a shift from viewing the US as an "ideal of democracy" to...
26h
/6h
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USA
A shooting incident in Washington D.C. late last month resulted in the death of
Sarah Beckstrom
, 20, and critical injury to
Andrew Wolfe
, 24, both members of the West Virginia National Guard.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal
, 29,...
21h
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USA
Kamala Harris
, former Vice President, is extending her bestselling memoir tour for "107 Days" into 2026, with planned stops in key swing states and new regions. Her book, detailing her 2024 presidential campaign and...
22h
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USA
Carrie Elizabeth Romney
, sister-in-law of
Mitt Romney
, died by suicide in October from injuries sustained in a fall from a five-story parking structure in Valencia, California. The L.A. County Medical Examiner's office...
24h
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USA
Donald Trump
sharply criticized European leaders in a
Politico
interview, labeling them "weak, foolish, and paralyzed by political correctness." He asserted that their immigration policies are causing Europe's "decay"...
36h
/19h
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USA
Hip-hop artist and social media influencer
Clinton Adams
faces felony charges from the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office for allegedly sexually assaulting two women earlier this year. District Attorney...
19h
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USA
GoFundMe
's "Year in Help" report details a 20% surge in campaigns for essential needs like food, housing, and utilities across English-speaking markets, reflecting widespread concerns over rising living costs. This...
26h
/5h
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USA
Maj.
Blaine McGraw
, an Army gynecologist, faces dozens of criminal charges and numerous civil lawsuits alleging he indecently recorded and sexually assaulted scores of female patients during examinations at military...
25h
/7h
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Italy
Charles De Ketelaere
proved instrumental in Atalanta's dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Chelsea in the
Champions League
. Atalanta, despite trailing to a
Joao Pedro
goal in the first half, rallied with second-half...
26h
/22h
#
China
A fire in a four-story residential building in Shantou,
Guangdong Province
, killed twelve people. The blaze reportedly started on the ground floor, and an investigation is underway according to the
Xinhua news agency
.
19h
#
USA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has controversially removed all explicit mentions of human activity's role in climate change from its website, now attributing climate shifts primarily to natural phenomena like...
27h
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Canada
Kirsten Hillman
, Canada's ambassador to the US, announced she will step down in early 2026 after eight years of service. Hillman stated her departure allows Canada to establish a new team for the upcoming mandatory...
23h
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