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USA

Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a federal framework for AI regulation, aiming to preempt diverse state-level laws across the US. The order directs federal agencies like the Justice Department and...

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Japan

Japan experienced a magnitude-6.7 earthquake off its northern coast, prompting the JMA to issue a tsunami advisory, although observed waves reached only up to 20 centimeters. This recent tremor followed a more powerful...

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USA

Tyler Robinson appeared in a Utah court facing aggravated murder charges for the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk last year. Defense lawyers requested to limit media access, leading Judge Tony Graf to emphasize balancing...

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USA

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

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USA

The Atlanta Falcons engineered 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...

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USA

A gas explosion in the Ashland area near Hayward, California, caused severe damage and injured six people after a construction crew allegedly struck an underground PG&E line. The blast obliterated at least one home,...

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USA

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

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Ukraine

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

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Japan

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

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Bulgaria

Rossen Jeliazkov's government resigned in Bulgaria following extensive anti-corruption protests, marking another episode of political instability in the country. With Bulgaria preparing to adopt the euro and having held...

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USA

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

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USA

Donald Trump's administration escalated pressure on Venezuela by seizing the oil tanker "Skipper" off its coast and implementing new sanctions targeting individuals linked to illicit oil shipments, which Nicolás Maduro...

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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...

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USA

The Game Awards 2025 celebrated a landmark year for gaming, with Jennifer English recognized for her performance in Sandfall Interactive’s "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33," which dominated the night by securing Game of the...

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USA

Carl Erik Rinsch was convicted in New York of wire fraud and money laundering for diverting $11 million from Netflix, funds intended for his unfinished sci-fi series "White Horse". Rinsch allegedly used the stolen...

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USA

Housemarque showcased "Saros," its new single-player cinematic action game for PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro, with a new trailer at The Game Awards, featuring Rahul Kohli and an ensemble cast. The game, where players assume...

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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...

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Canada

Michael Ma, the MP for Markham–Unionville, defected from the Conservative Party to Mark Carney's governing Liberal Party, leaving the Liberals two seats short of a parliamentary majority in the 343-seat House of...

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USA

Churches in Massachusetts and Illinois controversially reimagined Nativity scenes to protest federal immigration enforcement, notably St. Susanna Parish in Dedham which displayed an "ICE WAS HERE" sign. These...

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USA

Kyle Richards revealed on "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" that her new relationship, following her separation from Mauricio Umansky in 2023, recently ended due to intense public and cast speculation. Richards...

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USA

Remedy Entertainment premiered "Control Resonant", the anticipated sequel to "Control" from Co-Creative Director Mikael Kasurinen, at The Game Awards, focusing on Dylan Faden navigating a supernatural crisis. Set for a...

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USA

Jason Collins, the former NBA player and the league's first openly gay active player, announced his diagnosis with Stage 4 glioblastoma, a highly aggressive form of brain cancer. The 47-year-old revealed the diagnosis...

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USA

Donald Trump is reportedly considering a significant policy shift, aiming to reclassify cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance under federal law. This potential move, which would align cannabis with less...

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USA

Liam Neeson narrated "Plague of Corruption", a new documentary that questions vaccine legitimacy, portrays mainstream scientists as "fanatics", and features Robert F Kennedy Jr. His representatives clarified that Neeson...

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USA

Capcom unveiled major updates at The Game Awards, confirming the long-awaited sci-fi shooter "Pragmata" will launch on April 24, 2026, alongside announcements for "Mega Man: Dual Override" and "Resident Evil Requiem". A...

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Malaysia

A 32-year-old pickleball player died in Kuala Lumpur last week after falling three stories from a court when a safety net gave way while he was retrieving a ball. Authorities at the Playa Racquet Club expressed...

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USA

Kristi Noem faced intense scrutiny from House Democrats during a combative congressional hearing, where lawmakers pressed her on DHS policies including the deportation of US military veterans and alleged misuse of...

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Thailand

Anutin Charnvirakul dissolved Thailand's parliament, a move endorsed by Maha Vajiralongkorn, amid intensifying political instability and a renewed border conflict with Cambodia that has killed 20 people. The...

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USA

Sony and Bad Robot Games unveiled "4:Loop", a new four-player co-op sci-fi shooter featuring roguelike elements and a time-loop mechanic, with a gameplay trailer at The Game Awards 2025. Designed by Mike Booth and...

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USA

Retired Olympic figure skater Michelle Kwan, 45, announced the birth of her second daughter, Della Rose Kwan, who joins elder sister Kalista Belle Kwan. Kwan shared the news on Instagram, detailing her "roller coaster"...

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USA

The US Senate recently failed to advance competing proposals from the Democratic Party and Republican Party to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, threatening significant health insurance premium...

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Bulgaria

Rosen Zhelyazkov resigned as Bulgarian Prime Minister, less than a year in office, following widespread protests in Sofia over alleged economic mismanagement and corruption. His departure plunges Bulgaria into political...

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USA

Amazon Game Studios unveiled two new Tomb Raider games, "Tomb Raider: Catalyst" and "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis", and a TV series at The Game Awards, commemorating Lara Croft's 30th anniversary. Alix Wilton Regan...

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Waveform

The Phone of the Year is
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Venezuela

Donald Trump's administration intensified pressure on Venezuela, including military actions and seizing an oil tanker, while the Venezuelan community in Florida expresses cautious optimism for regime change despite...

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USA

Kilmar Abrego Garcia was released from ICE custody after a federal judge ruled his prior deportation to El Salvador years ago unlawful due to the government's failure to secure a formal removal order. US District Judge...

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Venezuela

US forces seized the oil tanker "Skipper" off Venezuela's Caribbean coast, an operation Donald Trump confirmed as the largest of its kind, renewing tensions with Nicolás Maduro's government. Pam Bondi stated the vessel,...

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UK

Sharon Osbourne revealed in a "Piers Morgan Uncensored" interview the previous day that she considered sending Roger Waters a "Tiffany box" filled with feces, reacting to his critical comments about Ozzy Osbourne and...

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USA

Disney finalized a landmark $1 billion licensing and investment deal with OpenAI, granting rights to over 200 characters from its Marvel, Pixar, and Star Wars franchises for AI models like Sora and ChatGPT. The...

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CNN

Gas explosion injures six in California
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USA

Jon Stewart praised Jimmy Kimmel on his "Weekly Show" podcast, criticizing Donald Trump's sustained attacks on Kimmel and his family, which began after Kimmel's comments on MAGA's reaction to Charlie Kirk's death....

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USA

The US Mint unveiled designs for its America 250 coin program to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary of independence, featuring classic American historical themes such as the Revolutionary War and the Declaration...

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ElSalvador

Elon Musk's xAI partnered with El Salvador's government to introduce its Grok AI chatbot into over 5,000 public schools, with plans to offer personalized instruction to more than a million children. Nayib Bukele...

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Russia

Ukraine claimed responsibility for a drone strike on Lukoil's Filanovsky oil platform in the Caspian Sea, marking the first attack on an energy facility in the region, which reportedly knocked out oil and gas...

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USA

Ryan Easley, a tiger trainer, died after a tiger mauled him during a show at Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Oklahoma. Autopsy results confirmed that blunt force trauma, sharp force injuries, and crushing injuries...

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USA

Tashella Sheri Amore Dickerson, executive director of Black Lives Matter Oklahoma City, was indicted on 25 counts of wire fraud and money laundering last week by a federal grand jury. Prosecutors allege Dickerson...

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USA

Donald Trump recently admitted using the “shithole countries” remark in 2018 during a Pennsylvania rally, a comment he previously denied, highlighting his shift towards uninhibited rhetoric and policies in his “Trump...

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Germany

A 16-year-old boy was found with life-threatening stab wounds near the Christmas market in Herford, prompting a large police operation. Initial investigations by the Bielefeld police suggest the victim and his unknown...

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USA

Apple largely lost its appeal in the ongoing antitrust dispute with Epic Games, as the Ninth Circuit affirmed most of a contempt ruling but allowed the company to charge reasonable fees for purchases made via external...

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USA

The latest "South Park" season finale, titled "The Crap Out," featured Donald Trump in a controversial storyline involving him attempting to abort his Antichrist baby with Satan, aided by JD Vance, while also plotting...

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USA

Amazon Prime Video launched a new AI-generated recap feature in November, which faced immediate criticism for significant factual errors in its summary of the first season of "Fallout". Due to these inaccuracies,...

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USA

Sherrone Moore, former head coach of the University of Michigan, was fired for an inappropriate relationship with a staff member and arrested for alleged assault. He was detained in Saline, Michigan, and is currently in...

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USA

Mike Lindell, MyPillow founder, officially launched his campaign for Minnesota governor in the 2026 election, seeking the Republican nomination to challenge incumbent Tim Walz. Lindell's platform focuses on election...

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USA

Costco Wholesale Corp. reported record-setting fiscal first-quarter results that ended Nov. 23, exceeding Wall Street expectations with net income of $2.0 billion and total revenue reaching $67.31 billion, driven by...

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USA

The FEMA Review Council's final meeting, co-chaired by Kristi Noem and Pete Hegseth, was abruptly postponed on Thursday by the White House, just hours before it was set to vote on a report recommending sweeping reforms...

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UK

Timothée Chalamet played coy during a Heart Breakfast interview when asked about persistent rumors that he is the masked UK rapper EsDeeKid. While promoting his film "Marty Supreme", Chalamet responded with "no comment"...

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Italy

Generali and BPCE-Natixis have officially ended their proposed asset-management partnership, an alliance that would have managed approximately €1.9 trillion and consolidated significant Italian savings under a single...

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USA

Calvin McDonald will step down as CEO of Lululemon on January 31 after over seven years, amidst a year of underperformance and increasing competition. Despite the leadership change, Lululemon shares rose after the...

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USA

Henry Cuellar resumed his role as the top Democrat on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Homeland Security after Donald Trump granted him clemency for federal bribery and conspiracy charges. The reinstatement,...

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USA

OpenAI launched its GPT-5.2 AI model, offering Instant, Thinking, and Pro versions with enhanced performance, reduced errors, and improved capabilities across various professional tasks. The new model aims to surpass...

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USA

Justin Bieber recently revisited the bowling alley where he filmed his iconic 2010 "Baby" music video, sharing a nostalgic Instagram clip that showed him singing the song with friends Eddie Benjamin, Oranj Goodman,...

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Venezuela

Nicolás Maduro received firm backing from Vladimir Putin, who reaffirmed Russia's unwavering support for Venezuela amid escalating US pressure including new sanctions and military deployments. Donald Trump's...

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USA

Kathy Hochul signed two groundbreaking bills into law, requiring advertisers to disclose AI-generated performers and establishing consent for commercial use of a deceased person’s likeness. Duncan Crabtree-Ireland of...

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USA

Donald Trump launched the "Trump Card Program," a new initiative replacing the existing EB-5 visa scheme, enabling wealthy foreign individuals to acquire US residency through "gold card" and "platinum card" options. The...

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USA

Broadcom announced robust fiscal Q4 earnings, surpassing expectations with $18.02 billion in revenue and adjusted earnings per share of $1.95, driven by strong demand for its AI infrastructure components. CEO Hock Tan...

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USA

Donald Trump's approval for handling the economy has dropped to its lowest point yet, with only 31% of US adults approving in a recent AP-NORC poll. Despite criticizing the poll and past inflation, Trump held a White...

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Indonesia

Tobias Karlsson and Magdalena Forsberg won "Race Across the World", a reality series where contestants traversed 7,300 kilometers across Asia without modern conveniences. Forsberg expressed her joy to Karlsson after...

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WashingtonPost

Congress presses Noem on immigration policies
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Canada

Scientists have documented the first known case of orcas and Pacific white-sided dolphins forming a strategic alliance to hunt large Chinook salmon off northern Vancouver Island in Canada. This unprecedented...

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Brazil

A powerful extratropical cyclone caused widespread disruption in Sao Paulo, leaving over 1.2 million residents without electricity from utility Enel and leading to hundreds of flight cancellations. Ricardo Nunes...

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USA

Time magazine named "The Architects of AI" its 2025 "Person of the Year", recognizing their profound influence on global power and daily life, featuring leaders such as Sam Altman, Mark Zuckerberg, and Elon Musk....

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Belgium

The EU recently paused a controversial proposal to ban meat-related terms like "sausage" and "burger" from vegan food product labels. Negotiations stalled last week after French politician Celine Imart introduced new...

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USA

Epic Games announced "Fortnite" has returned to the Google Play Store in the USA, capping a five-year legal fight over mobile-payment policies with a November settlement involving Google. This follows a similar...

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Germany

Donald Trump has been informed of European counter-proposals regarding Ukraine, which include potential territorial concessions and security guarantees, leading to an acceleration in high-level negotiations. The EU also...

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USA

Donald Trump's image is set to appear on the 2026 America the Beautiful national park passes alongside George Washington, a decision the Interior Department defends as honoring the nation's 250th anniversary. The Center...

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Australia

A skydiver survived a harrowing September incident in Queensland, Australia, after their reserve parachute prematurely deployed at 15,000 feet and became entangled on a Cessna aircraft, putting 16 skydivers in a...

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Germany

Mark Rutte, NATO Secretary General, delivered a stark warning in Berlin, cautioning that Russia could attack a NATO member within five years and urging allies to rapidly increase defense efforts and spending. Rutte...

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USA

Lili Reinhart, known for "Riverdale", has revealed her endometriosis diagnosis following laparoscopic surgery, a breakthrough after years of pain and an initial misdiagnosis of interstitial cystitis by doctors. She used...

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LATimes

The tweet that has lived rent-free in Jacob Elordi's head
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Israel

Amnesty International, through Secretary General Agnès Callamard, released a detailed report accusing Hamas and other Palestinian groups of war crimes and crimes against humanity during the October 7, 2023 attacks on...

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Bolivia

Luis Arce, former Bolivian president, was arrested in La Paz as part of an extensive corruption probe into the alleged misappropriation of public funds, estimated at $52 million. The investigation, launched by Rodrigo...

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TheHill

Trump Gives Remarks At White House Congressional Ball
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USA

Oracle's shares plunged nearly 11% due to weaker-than-expected revenue and significantly increased capital expenditure guidance of $50 billion for AI infrastructure, notably affecting other AI-related stocks like Nvidia...

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USA

William Ahle, a New Jersey man previously praised for attempting to save his neighbor Virginia Cranwell from a July house fire, has been charged with first-degree murder, felony murder, burglary, and aggravated arson....

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UK

Avon and Somerset Police are investigating the theft of over 600 high-value artifacts from the Bristol Museum's British Empire and Commonwealth Collection on September 25. Detective Constable Dan Burgan stated that the...

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USA

Donald Trump's protectionist trade policies led to a significant narrowing of the US trade deficit in September, with exports rising and imports moderating. Canada simultaneously posted its first trade surplus since the...

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Fox

Trump admin says US will keep oil from vessel seized near Venezuela
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Belgium

The EU is reportedly considering a significant revision to its 2035 ban on new fossil fuel cars, potentially allowing plug-in hybrids and other hybrids to run on advanced biofuels or e-fuels and requiring green steel in...

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Italy

An off-duty local police officer successfully located a 74-year-old woman, reported missing by her relatives, about 15 kilometers from her home near the border of Rome and Pomezia. The officer recognized the disoriented...

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CNN

No Pentagon investigation into Hegseth Signal use
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USA

"The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping" is in active development with director Francis Lawrence returning, and Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson are set to reprise their roles as Katniss Everdeen and Peeta...

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Italy

Christmas decorations and traditions are sparking widespread disputes across Italy, with a condo in Senigallia experiencing a formal removal order for "birthday-like" Christmas balls. National debates also encompass...

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USA

Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese discussed their celebrated creative partnership, built on trust and months of debate, at TIME's "A Year in TIME" event in New York. The duo, fresh from their work on "Killers of the...

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USA

Donald Trump recently demanded that CNN be sold as part of any acquisition of its parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery, asserting the news network is "corrupt or incompetent". This comes amidst competing takeover...

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Portugal

Luis Montenegro's government faced a nationwide general strike, Portugal's first in over a decade, as workers protested proposed labor reforms including easier firing rules and restricted strike rights. The stoppage,...

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USA

Tom Jung's iconic "Star Wars" original movie poster painting sold for $3.875 million at Heritage Auctions, setting a new record for both franchise memorabilia and any movie poster artwork. The artwork, which first...

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Italy

Diana Canevarolo, 49, was found fatally injured in her Torri di Quartesolo home courtyard last week and died days later, with an autopsy confirming her death as a homicide. Investigators are reviewing surveillance...

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Palestine

Eight-month-old Rahaf Abu Jazar died of hypothermia in Khan Younis after torrential rain flooded hundreds of displacement tents across the Gaza Strip. Her mother, Hejar Abu Jazar, found the baby freezing in their...

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USA

Jelly Roll recently discussed his nearly 200-pound weight loss on "The Joe Rogan Experience", detailing its profound impact on his sex life with wife Bunnie Xo and his ability to engage with his children, Noah Buddy and...

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Myanmar

Myanmar's military junta conducted an airstrike on a hospital in Mrauk U, Rakhine State, killing at least 31 people and injuring 68, according to an aid worker. This attack occurred weeks before legislative elections...

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