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US District Judge Paul Engelmayer authorized the DOJ to unseal thousands of pages of grand jury transcripts and investigative documents related to Ghislaine Maxwell's prosecution, under the recently enacted Epstein...

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Ukraine

Former Donald Trump is pressuring Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to cede territory to Russia as part of a peace deal, suggesting Moscow has the "upper hand" for a potential Christmas ceasefire. Zelensky firmly...

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Norway

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has been evacuated from Venezuela with USA assistance and is expected to attend the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo. Machado receives the honor for her work in...

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UK

British author Sophie Kinsella, whose real name was Madeleine Wickham, died at 55 after a three-year battle with aggressive brain cancer, glioblastoma. Her family announced she passed peacefully, surrounded by loved...

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Australia

Australia became the first nation to implement a nationwide ban on social media for individuals under 16, with ten major platforms agreeing to use age verification technology to block new underage users and suspend...

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USA

Federal Judge Charles Breyer blocked the Trump administration's deployment of California National Guard troops in Los Angeles, ordering their control returned to Gavin Newsom. Breyer criticized the federalization for...

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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...

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USA

Under Donald Trump's administration, US Customs and Border Protection proposed stricter security mandates for travelers from Visa Waiver Program countries, requiring extensive personal data during ESTA applications. The...

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USA

Donald Trump intensified his criticism of European leaders, labeling them as weak, foolish, and paralyzed by political correctness, and specifically cited Sweden as becoming unsafe and called London's Mayor Sadiq Khan a...

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Morocco

At least 22 people died and 16 were injured when two adjacent four-story residential buildings collapsed in Fez, Morocco, leading to ongoing search and rescue efforts by emergency services. The structures, which housed...

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USA

The US Supreme Court heard arguments on campaign finance laws, specifically considering whether to overturn limits on how much political parties can spend in coordination with candidates. The National Republican...

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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, a former Miami-Dade county...

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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...

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USA

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points today, bringing the federal funds rate to approximately 3.6 percent in its third reduction this year. This decision occurs amidst...

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UK

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome to discuss diplomatic peace efforts and a new aid package. Zelensky also conferred with Pope Leo XIV, discussing prisoner...

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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,...

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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...

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USA

Beyoncé, Venus Williams, Nicole Kidman, and Anna Wintour will co-chair the Met Gala on May 4, 2026, a major fundraiser for The Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, with Anthony Vaccarello and Zoë Kravitz...

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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...

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USA

Donald Trump recently campaigned in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, vigorously defending his administration's economic record and rating the US economy an "A-plus-plus-plus-plus-plus," despite widespread public concern over...

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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...

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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...

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UK

Ozzy Osbourne, the iconic Black Sabbath frontman, passed away in July from a heart attack, with his wife Sharon Osbourne later revealing his final tender words. She recounted how he told her "Kiss me. Hug me hard"...

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USA

A Pew Research Center study reveals that nearly 70% of American teenagers have used AI chatbots, with OpenAI's ChatGPT being the most popular among them. This widespread adoption raises concerns among educators and...

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Brazil

Brazil's legislative bodies are actively debating two significant bills, one in the Chamber of Deputies that could reduce sentences and another in the Senate concerning impeachment rules. The Chamber of Deputies...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Indonesia

A devastating fire at an office building in Jakarta, housing Terra Drone Indonesia, caused at least 22 fatalities. The blaze originated on the first floor from an exploding drone battery and rapidly ascended, trapping...

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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...

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USA

A Beechcraft 55 aircraft made an emergency landing on Interstate 95 in Brevard County, Florida, colliding with a Toyota Camry after experiencing engine problems. The 57-year-old driver of the car sustained minor...

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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....

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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...

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Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelensky expressed conditional readiness to hold presidential elections in Ukraine within 60 to 90 days, following pressure from Donald Trump regarding democratic processes. This willingness hinges on robust...

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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...

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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...

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USA

The US House of Representatives is scheduled to hold a floor vote on the $900 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a comprehensive defense policy bill that includes an $8 billion increase over the...

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USA

Donald Trump reaffirmed his controversial "shithole countries" remarks at a Pennsylvania rally, reiterating disparaging comments about several nations and specific communities. He announced a "permanent pause on Third...

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Kenya

The UN Global Environment Outlook (GEO7) report warns the world is facing catastrophic climate change, environmental devastation, and deadly pollution, stemming from a lack of immediate and rapid systemic changes....

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Bolivia

Scientists discovered a record-breaking 16,600 theropod fossilized footprints in Toro Toro National Park, Bolivia, including 1,378 dinosaur swim tracks, the world's longest. These three-toed theropod tracks are...

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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...

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USA

Spotify launched its music video feature in beta for Premium users in the US and Canada on December 9, 2025, resolving earlier licensing issues through a deal with the National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA). This...

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Netherlands

Ali Muhammad Ali Abd al-Rahman, known as Ali Kushayb, a Janjaweed militia leader, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Darfur,...

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France

Ford and Renault have formed a strategic alliance to co-develop and manufacture affordable electric vehicles for the European market, aiming to counter the growing threat from Chinese automakers and revive Ford's...

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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...

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USA

Donald Trump attacked Ilhan Omar at a Pennsylvania rally, reiterating unsubstantiated claims that she illegally entered the USA by marrying her brother and urging her deportation. Trump used inflammatory language,...

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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...

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Palestine

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reported a significant rise in journalist killings, totaling 67 globally, and 503 journalists detained. Palestine, especially Gaza, stands as the deadliest location, with RSF identifying...

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USA

Rod Paige, the nation's first Black Secretary of Education and a key architect of the No Child Left Behind law, died at 92. Appointed by President George W. Bush, Paige led the Education Department from 2001 to 2005,...

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Lithuania

Lithuanian Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė characterized the nationwide state of emergency, enacted due to security risks from meteorological balloons and drones originating from Belarus, as a "Belarusian hybrid attack."...

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NewYorkTimes

How Crypto Casinos Lure in Young Gamblers
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Venezuela

Human Rights Watch and UN High Commissioner Volker Türk condemned the US administration's "Operation Southern Sword," calling the bombings of Caribbean and Pacific vessels "extrajudicial executions" that have caused at...

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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...

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USA

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 has launched a free expansion integrating the Netflix series 'Stranger Things', available now. Players can explore a detailed recreation of Hawkins, Indiana, featuring over 40 iconic...

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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...

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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...

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USA

Marco Rubio ordered the US State Department to revert to using Times New Roman for official communications, undoing a directive from Antony Blinken that switched to Calibri last year. Rubio characterized the previous...

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Australia

Johnson Wen, known as "Pyjama Man," was removed from Lady Gaga's 'Mayhem Ball' concert at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium. Wen reportedly attempted to enter the VIP section disguised with a wig and fake mustache, which...

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TEDTalks

Why I attempt the world's most dangerous stunts
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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...

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USA

Democrats continued their successful streak in special elections, flipping a Georgia state House seat on Tuesday with Eric Gisler projected to defeat Republican Mack "Dutch" Guest in the 121st House District. This win,...

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CNN

Ukraine expected to send revised peace proposal to US today
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USA

An atmospheric river brought severe weather, including heavy rain and widespread flooding, to the Pacific Northwest, prompting Washington Governor Bob Ferguson to activate the state’s Emergency Operations Center. The...

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Germany

Voith, a Heidenheim-based mechanical engineering company, announced that it will eliminate approximately 2,500 jobs globally, representing about a tenth of its workforce. CEO Dirk Hoke cited underperformance compared to...

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France

Claire Tabouret has been chosen to design the new stained glass windows for Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, with her contemporary themes of Pentecost and unity set to replace the 19th-century works by Eugène...

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Italy

A new collective labor agreement for domestic workers in Italy, effective November 1, 2025, has been finalized, bringing significant financial and organizational changes for families employing over 800,000 workers. The...

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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...

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Italy

Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena (MPS) has initiated the acquisition of Mediobanca, a move involving two major Italian financial institutions and significant political debate. The Italian government, led by Prime...

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Russia

A Russian Antonov An-22 military transport aircraft crashed in the Ivanovo region on December 9, 2025, after reportedly falling apart mid-air during a test flight following repairs. Wreckage was found floating in the...

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Japan

Tony Award-nominated playwright Jeremy O. Harris was released from custody in Japan three weeks after his arrest on November 16. Harris was detained by Japanese customs officials in Okinawa after they discovered 780...

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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...

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USA

Amazon is enhancing Alexa+'s shopping capabilities with new features, including proactive price monitoring and automatic purchasing when prices meet user-defined targets. The revamped "Shopping Essentials" center on...

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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...

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SouthKorea

South Korea scrambled fighter jets after detecting nine Russian and Chinese military aircraft, including nuclear-capable bombers, entering its Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) east and south of the country. The...

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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...

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Italy

An operating room assistant in Marano, near Naples, was arrested on December 9, 2025, for allegedly assaulting and drugging his partner. Responding Carabinieri found the woman bleeding and heard her screams, discovering...

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Guatemala

On December 7, 2025, Guatemala celebrated "La Quema del Diablo," a tradition symbolizing the departure of evil before Christmas, this year featuring an effigy of Donald Trump that was burned. The event, which saw...

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USA

Gwyneth Paltrow, 53, attended the Los Angeles premiere of her new film, "Marty Supreme," on December 8, 2025, at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater. She was accompanied by her 19-year-old son, musician Moses Martin, who made...

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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,...

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India

Microsoft announced its largest-ever investment in Asia, committing $17.5 billion to India over the next four years to advance the country's cloud and AI infrastructure. CEO Satya Nadella shared the news following a...

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Armenia

Armenia and Azerbaijan have announced substantial progress in their peace process, with Hikmet Hajiev and Armen Grigoryan highlighting "another brick in the wall of trust." This initiative, facilitated by Donald Trump...

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USA

Jacob Lee Bard faces charges of murder and first-degree assault after a fatal shooting at Kentucky State University's Young Hall left one student dead and another in critical condition. Police arrested Bard, identified...

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USA

Donald Trump has approved Nvidia's export of H200 AI chips to China under specific conditions, including a 25% revenue share to the USA. This decision aims to balance export controls with the need to maintain...

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USA

Jimmy Kimmel has extended his contract to host "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" through May 2027, a one-year renewal reportedly influenced by considerations for "The Late Show" with Stephen Colbert ending in May 2026. Kimmel's...

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Mexico

Donald Trump has threatened a 5% tariff on Mexican imports if Mexico fails to release at least 200,000 acre-feet of water owed under a 1944 treaty by December 31, 2025. Trump asserts that Mexico owes the US...

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UK

Operation Kenova concluded that MI5 excessively protected IRA agent Stakeknife, identified as Freddie Scappaticci, for 50 years, despite his involvement in abductions and murder. The final report revealed MI5 was aware...

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Brazil

A biopic titled "Dark Horse" about former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro began filming in Brazil in September. Directed by Cyrus Nowrasteh and written by Mário Frias, the English-language film stars Jim Caviezel as...

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Belgium

Andrew Puzder, the U.S. Ambassador to the EU, defended the US National Security Strategy in an interview, asserting that its criticisms of Europe's "civilizational demise" risk are aimed at fostering "European...

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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...

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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...

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USA

Bruna Ferreira, who has family ties to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, is set to be released from ICE custody on a $1,500 bond while challenging deportation. Ferreira was arrested by ICE agents on November...

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USA

Kris Jenner showed public support for her daughter Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet's relationship by wearing a "Marty Supreme" bomber jacket from Chalamet's new film, sharing the moment on Instagram Stories. The...

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USA

Mary Carole McDonnell, former CEO of Bellum Entertainment, is on the FBI's Most Wanted list for allegedly orchestrating a $30 million bank fraud scheme. She reportedly posed as an heiress to the McDonnell Douglas family...

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USA

Weeks before Christmas, a drone delivered a package containing steak, marijuana, crab legs, cigarettes, and Old Bay seasoning into the yard of Lee Correctional Institution. Prison officials discovered the contraband,...

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BBC

Ukraine ready for elections if partners guarantee security, Zelensky says
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USA

Donald Trump warned on Truth Social that a negative US Supreme Court decision on tariffs would be the greatest threat in history to US national security, asserting that the nation would be "financially defenseless." The...

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Mexico

Mexico has emerged as a significant center for Russian spies, especially after expulsions from European nations and the US following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. US officials are concerned that Russia is exploiting...

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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...

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