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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...
9h
/1h
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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...
10h
/1h
#
USA
House Republicans
, led by
Mike Johnson
and
Steve Scalise
, introduced a new healthcare proposal last week aimed at addressing rising costs and reforming the
Affordable Care Act
. The plan seeks to eliminate enhanced ACA...
59m
/37m
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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...
9h
/1h
#
Brazil
Alexandre de Moraes
, a Brazilian Supreme Court minister, had US financial sanctions lifted, a decision resulting from diplomatic efforts between
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
and
Donald Trump
. The sanctions, which also...
1h
#
USA
Donald Trump
indicated
Kevin Warsh
is now his leading candidate for the next Federal Reserve chair, succeeding
Jerome Powell
, following a recent interview where he confirmed Warsh as his top pick. This announcement...
2h
/1h
#
USA
Hailee Steinfeld
and
Josh Allen
announced they are expecting their first child, sharing the joyful news through Steinfeld's "
Beau Society
" newsletter and on
Instagram
last year. The announcement prompted an outpouring...
2h
/40m
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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...
7h
/3h
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USA
Illinois Governor
JB Pritzker
signed "
Deb's Law
," officially known as the Medical Aid in Dying Act, making Illinois the 12th US state to permit terminally ill patients to request life-ending medication. The legislation,...
3h
/25m
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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...
6h
/1h
#
France
A 38-year-old woman accidentally drove her
Jaguar
into a municipal swimming pool in La Ciotat, France, after mistaking the gas pedal for the brake. She and her 5-year-old daughter were quickly rescued unharmed by...
1h
#
USA
Indiana's Republican-controlled Senate rejected a redistricting plan supported by
Donald Trump
, denying the party two additional US House seats. The decision followed Trump's social media criticism of state senator...
2h
/1h
#
USA
Donald Trump
hosted members of the 1980 US Olympic men's ice hockey team at the
White House
to award them
Congressional Gold Medals
for their historic "
Miracle on Ice
" victory. The ceremony commemorated the team's...
4h
/41m
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USA
Alvin Holsey
, a
US Navy
admiral, retired unexpectedly from
US Southern Command
, transferring leadership to
Evan Pettus
after just one year in his role. His early departure followed reported disagreements with Pete...
4h
/11m
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Colombia
Colombia's
ELN
guerrilla group announced a three-day lockdown and military exercises starting Sunday in its controlled territories, citing perceived intervention threats from the USA. This action follows
Donald Trump
's...
4h
/1h
#
Venezuela
María Corina Machado
, a Venezuelan opposition leader and
Nobel Prize
laureate, undertook a perilous secret sea escape from Venezuela to attend
Nobel Prize
events in Oslo, an operation led by
Bryan Stern
of Grey Bull...
11h
/9m
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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....
14h
/1h
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USA
California Attorney General
Rob Bonta
, joined by 18 other
US states
, filed a lawsuit against the
Trump administration
challenging a new $100,000 fee for
H-1B visa
applications. The lawsuit argues that the fee, which...
3h
/2h
#
USA
The
Justice Department
filed lawsuits against 18 states and
Fulton County
, Georgia, seeking sensitive voter data and records from the 2020 election. These actions demand access to ballots, absentee ballot signature...
5h
/2h
#
USA
Donald Trump
recently defended US military actions against Venezuela, initially citing drug smuggling concerns, but also suggesting broader motives including economic interests, oil, and immigration. These operations,...
6m
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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...
10h
/1h
#
USA
The
DHS
terminated Temporary Protected Status for 5,000 Ethiopian citizens and ended humanitarian family reunification programs for nationals from several Latin American and Caribbean countries. Secretary
Kristi Noem
...
4h
/3h
#
Australia
Australia recently implemented a new law banning users under 16 from social media platforms like
Facebook
,
Instagram
, and
TikTok
, a measure
Anthony Albanese
's government defends for youth protection.
Reddit
launched a...
10h
/36m
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USA
Jamie-Lynn Sigler
returns to television, joining "
Grey's Anatomy
" for its 22nd season as Dr. Laura Kaplan, a urologist with multiple sclerosis in a role specifically created to reflect Sigler's own health journey....
59m
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Netherlands
Germany defeated France 29-23 in the Handball World Championship semi-finals in Rotterdam, securing their first final appearance since 1993. In the other semi-final, Norway advanced to the final by overcoming host...
5h
/3h
#
USA
Major leadership shifts are impacting the fashion and beauty industries, with
Calvin McDonald
stepping down as CEO of
Lululemon
and
Peter Harf
and
Sue Nabi
departing from
Coty
amid a 52% share drop. These executive...
1h
#
USA
Ashley Wasielewski
suffered severe second- and third-degree burns after an unknown assailant poured a corrosive chemical on her head while she was walking in Forsyth Park, Savannah.
Savannah police
, with assistance from...
1h
#
USA
The US stock market is bracing for crucial economic data releases, including delayed jobs, retail sales, and inflation figures, which will significantly influence a potential year-end rally or a market correction....
1h
#
USA
Dan Driscoll
, US Secretary of the Army, was removed from Ukraine peace negotiations by Defense Secretary
Pete Hegseth
, who cited Driscoll's overstepping of authority amid reports of internal power struggles within the...
1h
#
Denmark
The Danish Defense Intelligence Service (DDIS) has for the first time identified the US as a threat in its annual assessment, citing its use of economic power and threats of military action under
Donald Trump
. Concerns...
4h
#
USA
Under
Donald Trump
's administration, the
DHS
is aggressively pursuing the deportation of undocumented immigrants through new initiatives like the "
CBP Home
" app and enhanced data sharing. The "
CBP Home
" app, promoted by...
1h
#
USA
Kerri Aherne
was arrested in New York after allegedly stabbing a 38-year-old mother from California multiple times in a
Macy's
bathroom while the victim was changing her 10-month-old daughter's diaper. The unprovoked...
4h
/2h
#
USA
Aubrey O'Day
was hospitalized for severe illness and re-traumatization after watching the
Netflix
docuseries "
Sean Combs
: The Reckoning", causing her to miss a
Danity Kane
reunion show in Los Angeles. O'Day alleged she...
2h
#
USA
Google
has significantly upgraded its
AI
models, including
Gemini
and
Flash Text-to-Speech
, to enhance audio generation, real-time speech-to-speech translation, and language learning tools within its ecosystem. These...
5h
#
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...
9h
/5h
#
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. This interim measure targets billions of parcels, predominantly...
11h
/1h
#
USA
Independent film studio
Neon
is making significant waves in the current awards season, securing 21
Golden Globe
nominations primarily from five international films, including
Jafar Panahi
's acclaimed "It Was Just An...
2h
#
Italy
Mahmoud Abbas
met with
Giorgia Meloni
in Italy to discuss regional developments, emphasizing a Gaza ceasefire, the Trump
Peace Plan
, and Italy's role in stabilization and rebuilding. Abbas later spoke at the
Atreju
...
2h
#
Germany
Volodymyr Zelensky
will attend a summit in Berlin on Monday where security guarantees for Ukraine and future peace negotiations will be central topics. France emphasized that clear security guarantees from Europe and...
3h
#
USA
Sean Duffy
may withhold $73 million in highway funds from New York, citing improper issuance of commercial driver's licenses to immigrants that remain valid long after their legal authorization to be in the country has...
3h
#
USA
The Trump administration is involved in a legal dispute with the National Association for the Deaf over the requirement for real-time American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation at
White House
press briefings and...
3h
#
Ukraine
Kyiv residents face a brutal fourth winter of war, enduring relentless Russian attacks on energy infrastructure that cause frequent power outages and force them into shelters. Amidst these hardships, diplomatic efforts...
4h
#
Israel
Hanukkah
, the Jewish "festival of lights," will begin at sundown on December 14 and continue for eight nights, commemorating the rededication of the
Temple
in Jerusalem about 2,200 years ago after its liberation by...
3h
#
USA
Wall Street analysts issued numerous upgrades and initiations for companies across various sectors, including tech, travel, energy, and real estate, while the S&P 500 saw value stocks outperform growth stocks. Major...
4h
#
USA
FEMA
announced over $1 billion in federal funding for Georgia, including $350 million for recovery from
Hurricane Helene
and
Tropical Storm Debby
, and $671 million for
COVID-19
healthcare facility protective measures....
4h
#
USA
Andy Dick
was found unresponsive on a Los Angeles street, reportedly after using drugs with a stranger, an incident he later suspected involved fentanyl. Witnesses, including
Shawn Harrell
, administered
Narcan
to the...
11h
/55m
#
USA
Bijan Robinson
, a running back for the
Atlanta Falcons
, apologized on
X
for an insensitive comment he made during the
Prime Video
postgame show following his team's victory over the
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
. The comment,...
5h
#
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
...
10h
/4h
#
USA
T.J. Watt
underwent successful surgery for a partially collapsed lung today after a dry needling treatment at the
Pittsburgh Steelers
' facility. His brother,
J.J. Watt
, announced that T.J. is expected to be released...
4h
#
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...
8h
/2h
#
Italy
Fulvio Rigotti
defended the decision to use helicopters to transport artificial snow to Monte Bondone's ski slopes in Trento, Italy, citing economic necessity to prevent potential losses of up to $500,000 for Trento...
5h
#
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...
8h
#
Spain
Pedro Sánchez
and his government are facing a severe political crisis in Spain, embroiled in multiple corruption cases and sexual harassment allegations within his
PSOE
party. These scandals, involving figures like José...
5h
#
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...
7h
#
Italy
Pope Leo XIV
met with
Italian intelligence
officials at the
Vatican
, urging them to uphold ethical standards, respect human rights, and avoid using confidential information to target journalists, politicians, or civil...
6h
#
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...
7h
#
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...
22h
/2h
#
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...
13h
/5h
#
NewYorkTimes
“
Stuck in quicksand a hiker has his SOS answered
”
1h
#
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...
15h
/2h
#
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...
11h
/5h
#
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...
8h
#
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...
8h
#
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...
20h
/10h
#
TheHill
“
Is
AI
Feeding Children's Narcissism?
”
3h
#
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
...
9h
#
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...
9h
#
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...
9h
#
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...
9h
#
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...
10h
#
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...
9h
#
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...
10h
#
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...
13h
/6h
#
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...
11h
#
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...
17h
/8h
#
Fox
“
Carville calls out Crockett: Violates 'FIRST RULE' of politics
”
4h
#
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
,...
17h
/8h
#
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...
29h
/4h
#
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...
21h
/6h
#
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...
22h
/2h
#
CNN
“
Kilmar Ábrego Garcia speaks after release from
ICE
custody
”
5h
#
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...
16h
/11h
#
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....
18h
/5h
#
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
",...
20h
/3h
#
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...
18h
/3h
#
BBC
“
There's an amazing meteor shower coming, here's how to watch it
”
6h
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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....
23h
/17h
#
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...
13h
#
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...
13h
#
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...
25h
/14h
#
NewYorkTimes
“
Rescuers evacuate people from floods in Washington State
”
8h
#
TEDTalks
“
Is the
AI
bubble about to burst
”
8h
#
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...
15h
#
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...
15h
#
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...
19h
/17h
#
USA
Letitia James
has been cleared of renewed mortgage fraud charges after two Virginia grand juries rejected the case, marking a significant setback for the
Justice Department
. This decision follows an earlier dismissal of...
27h
/20h
#
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...
21h
/5h
#
UK
Timothée Chalamet
recently addressed persistent rumors linking him to the masked UK rapper
EsDeeKid
during a British podcast interview, cryptically stating, "All will be revealed in due time." While promoting his...
25h
/2h
#
Thailand
Anutin Charnvirakul
recently dissolved Thailand's
Parliament
, receiving royal approval from
King Maha Vajiralongkorn
for snap elections early next year. The dissolution aims to resolve political deadlock and preempt a...
28h
/22h
#
USA
The
US Mint
unveiled new designs for its
America 250
coin program, commemorating the nation's 250th anniversary of independence in 2026 with traditional themes and historical events. A controversial proposal for a $1...
22h
/2h