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France

Funeral plans remain unannounced after legendary French actress and animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot died at her Saint-Tropez home at age 91. Following a cinematic career that made her a global symbol of...

8h/10m
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USA

Donald Trump met Volodymyr Zelensky in Florida to discuss a 20-point peace proposal following productive calls with Vladimir Putin and Keir Starmer. The draft framework includes an 800 billion dollar recovery fund and...

6h/55m
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USA

Mark Carney announced 1.8 billion dollars in aid as Volodymyr Zelensky met Donald Trump following massive Russian strikes. The aerial assault involved 519 drones and 40 missiles, killing at least one person and leaving...

25h/18h
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Taiwan

William Lai urged citizens to remain on high alert for aftershocks following a magnitude 7.0 earthquake that struck off the northeastern coast of Taiwan on Saturday. The seismic event centered near Yilan County...

25h/19h
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USA

Henry Eyring became the new successor for the presidency of the LDS Church after Jeffrey Holland died at age 85 from kidney disease. Holland served as a member of the Quorum of the Twelve since 1994 and previously led...

25h/18h
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USA

Volodymyr Zelensky proposed a national referendum and a 60-day ceasefire after meeting Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago to discuss ending the war. The leaders reviewed a 20-point peace framework that is reportedly 90%...

27m/5m
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Somalia

Palestine published a list of supportive nations after Gideon Saar mocked their reaction to Israel formally recognizing Somaliland independence. Benjamin Netanyahu and Saar signed the declaration with Abdirahman Mohamed...

27h/19h
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USA

Benjamin Netanyahu meets Donald Trump in Florida on Monday as friction grows between the Israeli leader and the American negotiating team over the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire. While the White House criticizes...

1h/39m
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Italy

Napoli moves into second place in Serie A after defeating Cremonese 2-0 following two goals from Rasmus Hojlund. Hojlund scored both goals in the first half at the Zini Stadium to keep the squad led by Antonio Conte...

1h
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USA

Toby Morton plans to highlight absurdity through satirical domains after Donald Trump moved to rename the Kennedy Center. Morton purchased the websites in August following a board vote that added the name of Trump to...

24h/18h
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Syria

At least three people died and dozens were injured after clashes erupted between Alawite protesters and counter-demonstrators following a mosque bombing in Homs. Security forces fired into the air and one officer was...

3h/2h
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Thailand

Nattaphon Narkphanit and Tea Seiha signed a comprehensive ceasefire agreement in Chanthaburi after weeks of intense border hostilities killed over 100 people. The deal mandates an immediate freeze of military positions...

37h/18h
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UK

Aston Villa equaled a long-standing club record for consecutive wins after a 2-1 comeback victory against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Ollie Watkins came off the bench to score two goals, including a late header, to...

26h/18h
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UK

Florian Wirtz expressed relief after scoring his first goal for Liverpool in a 2-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers that moved the club into fourth place. Ryan Gravenberch opened the scoring following an assist from...

25h/21h
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Somalia

The UN Security Council faces calls for an emergency meeting after Israel officially recognized Somaliland as a sovereign state. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud condemned the move by Benjamin Netanyahu as a violation of Somali...

2h/1h
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USA

At least four people died in California after a massive winter storm fueled by an intense cyclone moved eastward across the USA on Sunday. The NWS issued blizzard warnings for the Upper Midwest while a cold front is...

2h
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USA

Market analysts predict continued growth into 2026 after the S&P 500 signaled the start of a Santa Claus rally following record intraday highs. The market momentum follows positive economic data regarding GDP and...

3h/1h
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Italy

AC Milan surpassed Inter to take the lead in Serie A following a decisive 3-0 victory over Verona at San Siro. Christopher Nkunku scored twice in the second half and Christian Pulisic opened the scoring to secure the...

3h/1h
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Italy

Giancarlo Giorgetti and other officials paid tribute to Brigitte Bardot following her death at age 91 as the Chamber of Deputies debates the budget law. The parliamentary session faced delays amid a heated dispute...

3m
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USA

New York will officially retire the iconic MetroCard on December 31, 2025, after three decades of service following the successful adoption of the contactless OMNY system. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority...

4h/54m
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Iran

Masoud Pezeshkian warned of a full-scale war against the USA, Europe, and Israel ahead of a scheduled meeting between Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump. Pezeshkian compared the current tensions to the 1980s conflict...

1h
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USA

Myles Garrett aims to break the single-season NFL sack record as the Pittsburgh Steelers seek the AFC North title against the Cleveland Browns. The upcoming game features a generational clash between Aaron Rodgers and...

1h
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USA

The NFC South division title remains undecided as the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers compete for the crown heading into the final week of the NFL season. Twelve teams have already secured playoff berths,...

1h
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Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelensky is vetting candidates to replace Andriy Yermak after anti-corruption investigators exposed a bribery ring involving current members of the Ukrainian parliament. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of...

28h/25h
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USA

Arthur Marques and other global creators from Gaza and Africa join the surge of authentic storytelling on TikTok as users prioritize human connection. This expansion follows the success of everyday personalities like...

2h
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UK

Andy Carroll faces up to five years in prison during a court hearing on December 30 after violating a restraining order. Police arrested Carroll at Stansted Airport in April 2025 as he returned to the UK from France,...

5h/1h
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Germany

John Healey and Boris Pistorius formalized a $72 million agreement for the joint procurement of mobile RCH 155 artillery systems following an intensified military partnership. The collaboration between the UK and...

5h/2h
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UK

Holly Ramsay expressed joy about becoming a stepmother after marrying Adam Peaty during a high-profile ceremony at Bath Abbey in the UK. Gordon Ramsay walked his daughter down the aisle before celebrating the union with...

26h/23h
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PapuaNewGuinea

Authorities began inspections after the Australian cruise ship Coral Adventurer was brought ashore following its grounding off Papua New Guinea. All 123 people on board were safely evacuated after strong sea currents...

6h/5h
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China

China is rapidly expanding its nuclear warhead production facilities following a satellite imagery review by the Washington Post. Renny Babiarz stated that while production recently slowed, the nation is projected to...

3h
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Italy

Italian Carabinieri arrested two men and reported a third following a high-speed chase on Via Pontina and a foiled acrobatic burglary. Officers intercepted a stolen rental car that rammed a patrol vehicle during the...

2h
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Italy

A Rome court ordered the imprisonment of a 35-year-old man after he was caught with over 5 kilograms of drugs for the second time in three days while under house arrest. Authorities initially discovered a similar stash...

3h
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Italy

Leo XIV prepares to launch the second phase of his pontificate next month following his warning against modern "Herods" during the Sunday Angelus. Speaking from the Apostolic Palace, Leo XIV condemned the pursuit of...

3h
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China

Sihasak Phuangketkeow and Prak Sokhonn met in China to solidify a ceasefire after border fighting killed over 100 people and displaced 500,000. Mediated by Wang Yi, the agreement establishes a 72-hour observation...

6h/5h
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CentralAfricanRepublic

Voters participated in unprecedented quadruple elections across the Central African Republic as Faustin-Archange Touadera sought a controversial third presidential term. The 67-year-old mathematician cast his ballot in...

9h/2h
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Indonesia

Search operations continue in Indonesia after Valencia CF coach Fernando Martín and three of his children died when their tourist boat sank near Padar Island. The vessel suffered engine failure and was struck by...

31h/24h
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Italy

Police seized 1.08 million euros on Sunday after Giorgia Meloni thanked authorities for arresting nine people suspected of financing Hamas. Prosecutors in Genoa claim the suspects diverted 7 million euros intended for...

4h
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USA

Polls show half of Americans are already considering the 2028 election as JD Vance begins building campaign infrastructure with organizations like Turning Point USA. Following support from Donald Trump, Vance leads...

5h
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USA

Health researchers warn that bagged salads cause over 2.3 million annual illnesses in the USA following new data on pathogen contamination. Experts like Darin Detwiler and Bill Marler also advise avoiding sprouts and...

4h
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Italy

Giorgia Meloni thanked authorities after Italian police arrested nine individuals for allegedly channeling seven million euros to Hamas through charitable organizations. The coordinated operation led by Genoa...

32h/20h
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USA

Chicago Bears clinched the NFC North title after Derrick Henry led the Baltimore Ravens to a 41-24 win over the Green Bay Packers. Henry rushed for a career-high 216 yards and four touchdowns, setting an NFL record with...

13h/12h
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Italy

Four minors were arrested after 18-year-old soccer player Bruno Petrone was stabbed during a confrontation in the Chiaia district of Naples. Gennaro Scala confessed to the attack following a previous dispute, while the...

5h
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Kosovo

Kosovo voters returned to the polls on Sunday for a snap parliamentary election intended to resolve a persistent political deadlock. Albin Kurti and his Vetevendosje party sought a definitive majority after failing to...

8h/3h
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Guatemala

Bernardo Arevalo declared a three-day national mourning period after an intercity bus plunged into a deep ravine, killing at least 15 people. The accident occurred amid dense fog at Alaska's Summit on the Pan-American...

31h/20h
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Canada

Annette Dionne passed away from Alzheimer's complications in a Montreal suburb, marking the end of the historic quintuplets' legacy. The sisters gained worldwide fame following their 1934 birth before facing decades of...

24h
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Italy

Two minors aged 15 and 17 confessed to the targeted stabbing of 18-year-old soccer player Bruno Petrone in Naples following a reported dispute. The attack occurred just one day after Carmine Siano, the mayor of...

29h/20h
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NewYorkTimes

“
The Conflict Over Nigeria’s Returned Treasures”
39m
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USA

HIV medication access in Zambia declines after US aid cuts as global photo exhibits highlight international health and labor crises. These reports accompany The Guardian documentation of American social turmoil, climate...

24h
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Cyprus

Costas Kadis warns of severe threats to marine biodiversity as fishermen like Photis Gaitanos adapt to an invasion of lionfish and toadfish in Cyprus. Following a decline in traditional catches due to climate change and...

24h
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USA

Erin Bates celebrated Christmas with her family after recovering from a life-threatening battle with septic shock following the birth of her seventh child. Bates shared her progress on Instagram, noting she has regained...

24h
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USA

Fox News contributors Kaylee McGhee White and Charlie Hurt defended Donald Trump after Gallup polling showed his approval rating fell to 36 percent. The record low levels followed a year of persistent inflation,...

29h/18h
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Japan

Authorities keep a 30-kilometer stretch of the Kan-etsu Expressway closed as recovery efforts continue after a 67-vehicle pileup killed two people in Minakami. The disaster began when two trucks collided during a heavy...

34h/27h
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BBC

“
Egyptian dissident should be deported from UK Conservatives say”
1h
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USA

Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to meet Donald Trump on Monday to discuss the Iranian nuclear program and the stalled second phase of the Gaza ceasefire. The upcoming talks follow high-stakes summits in Florida where...

40h/20h
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USA

Donald Trump urged the DOJ to expose and shame Democrats mentioned in Jeffrey Epstein's records after the department missed a legal deadline to release over a million documents. While the latest files detail historical...

41h/23h
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Spain

Winners in Villamanín accepted reduced payouts after a local festival committee oversold shares in the El Gordo lottery. The community of 1,000 residents reached a compromise to cover a 4 million euro shortfall...

26h
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USA

Federal agencies are seeking better enforcement tools after a $400,000 lobster shipment destined for Costco stores was stolen through sophisticated identity fraud. Dylan Rexing, leader of the impacted freight firm,...

30h/20h
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Nigeria

Military analysts describe recent US airstrikes in Nigeria as the beginning of a larger offensive after Donald Trump ordered drone attacks against jihadist militants. The operation targeted Islamic State-linked groups...

40h/20h
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UK

Tributes pour in for Perry Bamonte after the British rock band The Cure announced he passed away at home following a brief illness. Bamonte, who was 65, first joined the group as a technician before officially becoming...

46h/26h
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CNN

“
Does creatine live up to the hype”
2h
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USA

Coby White criticized Giannis Antetokounmpo for a disrespectful windmill dunk that sparked a physical confrontation during the Milwaukee Bucks win over the Chicago Bulls. Antetokounmpo explained the late-game dunk was...

8h
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USA

Donald Trump criticized Stephen Colbert and Elon Musk faced AI controversies as 2025 brought a surge of legal battles and cultural shifts. These developments followed a year of scientific breakthroughs ranging from...

26h
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USA

Houston Texans secured a playoff berth for the third consecutive season following a 20-16 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. C.J. Stroud threw two touchdowns and the league-leading defense sacked Justin Herbert...

16h/13h
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Italy

Cristian Chivu reflects on his challenging start and the tactical evolution of the team as Inter prepares for a crucial away match against Atalanta. Chivu emphasized the importance of mental fortitude while remaining at...

26h
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Guinea

Citizens in Guinea are voting in the first presidential election since the 2021 coup as Mamadi Doumbouya seeks to consolidate power. Doumbouya is heavily favored to win amid an opposition boycott and increased security...

9h
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Italy

Alfredo Mantovano defended the new legal framework after the Senate definitively approved a bill to limit the fiscal liability of public administrators. The legislation introduces a compensation cap for misusing public...

26h
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USA

Tech companies develop personalized AI devices as Europol warns of a future rife with robot-related crime and societal unrest. Financial experts like Michael Burry signal potential market instability while law...

28h
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USA

Cody Wayne Adams faces first-degree manslaughter charges after a bullet from his backyard target practice fatally struck Sandra Phelps on Christmas Day. Investigators determined that Adams was firing a newly purchased...

30h/25h
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Argentina

Argentina Senate approved the first national budget under Javier Milei following a period of governing with extended funds from previous administrations. The 102 billion dollar plan projects a 1.5% primary surplus and...

38h/23h
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Italy

Authorities reported a family for marijuana cultivation in Cassia as Carabinieri intensify anti-drug operations across Rome. The recent arrest of a 35-year-old follows another detention in Acilia where officers...

27h
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USA

Officials monitor air quality and safety following a gas line explosion that shut down the Interstate 5 Freeway near Castaic on Saturday. Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass coordinated emergency responses after a landslide...

13h/12h
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USA

Small business owners like Eric Frankenfeld face soaring health insurance costs after a KFF report revealed California premiums jumped 24% amid expiring federal subsidies. Rising expenses are linked to pandemic...

29h
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USA

Fans reacted on social media after Jennifer Lawrence teased Leonardo DiCaprio about his preference for dating younger women during a Variety interview. The exchange occurred during the Actors on Actors series where...

29h
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USA

Pamela Paul is considering a sequel to her book as more people embrace analog activities like vinyl records and handwritten cards to escape digital distractions. Enthusiasts such as Martin Bispels and Megan Evans are...

10h
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USA

Volodymyr Zelensky arrives in Florida for peace talks with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago following one of the most intense Russian aerial bombardments of the war. The leaders discussed a 20-point framework involving a...

46h/26h
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Chile

Chilean mining companies Codelco and SQM established a joint venture named Nova Andino Litio to significantly boost production in the Atacama Salt Flat. The partnership follows the National Lithium Strategy launched by...

17h/9h
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USA

Cole Hutson has returned to Team USA on a day-to-day status after being discharged from the hospital following a head injury during a game against Switzerland. The 19-year-old defenseman was stretchered off the ice...

11h
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USA

Environmental concerns and digital shifts accelerate the decline of physical newspapers as data centers increasingly replace traditional printing factories across the USA. Anne Kaun and other scholars observe that the...

30h
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USA

Influencer Mike Holston expects to be out of commission for several weeks and promised a full explanatory video after surviving a skydiving accident. Holston shared footage from his hospital bed showing him in a neck...

12h
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Fox

“
LAFD reportedly downplayed Palisades fire”
24h
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TheDaily

“
The Best Movies of 2025”
7h
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Brazil

Jair Bolsonaro underwent a phrenic nerve block procedure on Saturday to treat chronic hiccups after receiving a successful hernia surgery earlier in the week. The 70-year-old former leader remains at a Brasilia hospital...

20h/10h
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USA

Actor Mario Rodriguez filed a 77 million dollar sexual battery lawsuit against Tyler Perry following similar allegations from another performer earlier this year. The legal complaint alleges that Perry exploited his...

41h/26h
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BBC

“
Ukraine’s president says Russia doesn’t want peace ahead of meeting with Donald Trump”
7h
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France

French authorities charged a 25-year-old Malian national with attempted murder following metro stabbings that occurred despite a previous deportation order. Investigators used surveillance footage and mobile tracking to...

47h/26h
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TEDTalks

“
Kinds of regret and what they teach you about yourself”
26h
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USA

Eric Barone apologized for technical issues after the popular farming simulator Stardew Valley launched on the Nintendo Switch 2. The new edition includes expanded multiplayer modes and mouse controls, offering a free...

13h
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USA

Maxwell Jacob Friedman became a two-time AEW World Champion after defeating Samoa Joe, Hangman Page, and Swerve Strickland during the Worlds End event in Chicago. The victory followed Jon Moxley winning the 2025...

13h/10h
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Brazil

The Brazilian Air Force is investigating a fatal accident after an advertising plane crashed into the ocean off Copacabana beach on December 28. The Cessna 170A was towing a banner when security footage captured the...

16h/7h
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USA

Waverly D. Crenshaw, Jr. canceled the trial of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to investigate potential vindictive prosecution after human smuggling charges followed his court-ordered return to the USA. The investigation began...

39h/23h
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USA

Pete Carroll denied any rift between the organization and Maxx Crosby after the Las Vegas Raiders placed the star defensive end on injured reserve against his objections. The team also sidelined Brock Bowers and Jeremy...

13h
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Italy

Fans are speculating about a 2026 musical return for Harry Styles after he released a commemorative concert video on his YouTube channel. The eight-minute clip, titled "Forever, Forever", features footage from the final...

21h/19h
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Israel

Benjamin Netanyahu plans to leverage his relationship with Donald Trump to bolster his 2026 reelection chances amid domestic coalition challenges and budget deadlines. The strategy emerges as several nations including...

13h
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TheVergecast

“
Version History iPhone 4”
8h
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NewYorkTimes

“
How to Escape a Helicopter Crash Landing at Sea”
26h
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Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelensky travels to Florida for talks with Donald Trump after a massive Russian drone and missile assault targeted the Ukrainian capital. The strikes resulted in at least one fatality and left one-third of...

Fri/32h
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USA

James Boasberg ordered the USA government to facilitate the return of 252 Venezuelans after ruling their deportation to a Salvadoran prison was illegal. Donald Trump invoked the 1798 Alien Enemy Act in March to bypass...

43h/22h
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USA

Maxx Crosby left the Las Vegas Raiders facility in frustration after Pete Carroll placed the star edge rusher on season-ending injured reserve. The decision comes ahead of a pivotal matchup against the New York Giants...

38h/21h
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USA

Karoline Leavitt becomes the first person to serve as White House press secretary while pregnant after announcing she is expecting a second child in May 2026. Leavitt and husband Nicholas Riccio expressed gratitude to...

44h/33h
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CNN

“
We’re in a ‘windchill’ economy, where things feel worse than they are”
27h