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Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met with Australian counterparts in Washington on Monday to discuss Indo-Pacific security and countering China.The talks also covered the Russia-Ukraine war, Gaza ceasefire, and U.S. military actions, with Rubio emphasizing the strength of the U.S.-Australia alliance and the need for diverse critical mineral supply chains.
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Skydance Media, led by David Ellison, has launched a $108.4 billion all-cash takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), directly competing with Netflix's $83 billion proposal. Skydance argues its deal would...

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Alina Habba resigned on Monday, December 8, 2025, as the acting US Attorney for the District of New Jersey, following federal appeals court rulings that declared her appointment unlawful. The Third Circuit's ruling...

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Donald Trump announced on December 8, 2025, a $12 billion aid package for American farmers to mitigate economic damage from trade disputes and rising costs. The funds aim to stabilize the agricultural sector and lower...

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Donald Trump announced a significant policy shift on December 8, 2025, allowing US chipmaker Nvidia to export advanced AI chips to China under strict national security conditions. This agreement, made with Chinese...

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Jimmy Kimmel has renewed his contract with ABC to host "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" until May 2027, extending his tenure as one of late-night television's longest-running hosts. This decision followed negotiations and a...

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Cuba

Cuba's Supreme Popular Tribunal has sentenced former Economy Minister Alejandro Gil Fernández to life in prison for espionage and economic crimes. Gil, 61, who served as minister from 2018 to February 2024, also...

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Greek farmers escalated nationwide protests on December 8, 2025, severely disrupting air and road travel. Protesters occupied airport runways in Crete, leading to clashes with riot police and injuries to eight officers....

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USA

Donald Trump threatened a 5% tariff on Mexican goods, demanding Mexico release water owed under a 1944 treaty. Trump stated on his Truth Social platform that Mexico owes the US approximately 987 million cubic meters of...

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Luigi Mangione faces state and federal charges, including murder and weapons offenses, in connection with the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Thompson was killed on December 4, 2024, in Manhattan,...

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The Trump administration's "Operation Irish Goodbye" initiative aims to deploy ICE agents to the U.S.-Mexico border during the holiday season to apprehend migrants attempting to self-remove. A DHS report reveals a...

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A federal judge in Boston ruled that the Trump administration's ban on federal permits for new wind energy projects was unlawful, declaring it "arbitrary and capricious and contrary to law." US District Judge Patti...

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Twelve former FBI agents are suing the agency and Director Kash Patel, alleging their constitutional rights were violated when they were fired for kneeling during a 2020 protest. The lawsuit claims the decision to...

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Kris Jenner publicly supported her daughter Kylie Jenner's relationship with Timothée Chalamet by wearing a "Marty Supreme" bomber jacket, merchandise from his upcoming film. Jenner herself has been seen in the jacket,...

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Argentina

Argentina set a new world record by gathering 2,397 golden retrievers in Buenos Aires' Bosques de Palermo park on December 8, 2025, surpassing the previous informal record of 1,685 set in Vancouver last year. Organizer...

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Nominations for the 83rd Golden Globe Awards were announced on December 8, 2025, with Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" leading the pack with nine nods. "Sentimental Value" and "Sinners" followed with...

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The US Supreme Court heard arguments in Trump v. Slaughter on December 8-9, 2025, concerning the removal of federal agency officials. President Donald Trump's administration defended his dismissal of FTC member Rebecca...

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The Archdiocese of New York announced a $300 million fund for sexual abuse victims, financed by budget cuts, layoffs, and asset sales. Cardinal Timothy Dolan stated the fund aims for victim compensation, with retired...

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Michael Virgil died on a Royal Caribbean cruise to Mexico after allegedly being overserved alcohol and subdued by crew with excessive force. A lawsuit filed by his fiancée, Connie Aguilar, claims Royal Caribbean crew...

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Representative Jasmine Crockett announced her bid for the Texas Senate seat, following the withdrawal of former Representative Colin Allred. Allred's departure aims to prevent a fractured Democratic primary and unite...

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Reporters Without Borders (RSF) reported 67 journalists murdered globally in 2025, with Palestine being the deadliest location due to actions by the Israeli Armed Forces. Organized crime and cartels were responsible for...

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Donald Trump verbally attacked female reporters on December 8-9, 2025, during a White House event and a press conference in São Paulo. Trump accused ABC News reporter Rachel Scott of incompetence after she questioned...

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UK

Two 17-year-old Afghan asylum seekers, Jan Jahanzeb and Israr Niazal, have been sentenced to lengthy prison terms for the rape of a 15-year-old girl in Leamington Spa. The court viewed footage the victim recorded during...

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The play "Marjorie Prime," by Jordan Harrison, explores AI and memory at the Hayes Theater, starring June Squibb as an elderly woman interacting with an AI version of her deceased husband. Directed by Anne Kauffman, the...

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In Below Deck Mediterranean, stew Kizzi Kitchener developed a strong infatuation with charter guest David, a professional boxer, despite strict rules. This distraction frustrated Chef Josh and impacted Kizzi's work,...

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Donald Trump made history on December 7-8, 2025, becoming the first sitting president to host the Kennedy Center Honors. Trump referred to the venue as "the Trump Kennedy Center" and awarded each honoree a new Tiffany &...

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The proposed $6.2 billion merger between Nexstar Media Group and Tegna Inc. faces scrutiny from Donald Trump and the Zionist Organization of America (ZOA). Nexstar CEO Perry Sook remains optimistic about the deal's...

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Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced on December 8, 2025, that he and his wife, Rama Duwaji, will move into Gracie Mansion on January 1, 2026. Mamdani, who won the November election with 50.4% of the vote, cited family...

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US stock markets saw a mixed session on Monday, December 8, 2025, with major indices closing lower, although technology stocks like Broadcom, Nvidia, and Microsoft showed strength. Nvidia's shares climbed in extended...

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Selena Gomez and Lena Dunham joined Taylor Swift at Arrowhead Stadium on December 7, 2025, watching the Kansas City Chiefs lose to the Houston Texans 20-10. This marked Gomez's first game appearance with Swift, and...

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has designated the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and the Muslim Brotherhood as "foreign terrorist organizations" via an executive order. This action, which also designates...

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Kazakhstan

NASA astronaut Jonny Kim and Russian cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky concluded their 245-day mission aboard the ISS on December 8, 2025. Their Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft undocked from the ISS, with a planned...

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Israel

Israeli police and Jerusalem municipal officials forcibly entered the UNRWA headquarters in East Jerusalem on December 8, 2025, removing the UN flag and raising an Israeli one in a debt-collection procedure for...

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The Trump administration has significantly increased visa revocations and enforcement actions, revoking over 85,000 visas since January, more than double the previous year's total. Tom Homan, the border czar, announced...

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Jason Bateman shared in a recent Esquire profile that he and his sister, Justine Bateman, maintain a respectful but distant relationship. He clarified their conversations are like those with an "adult friend,"...

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Donald Trump announced Monday he will sign an executive order this week to prevent US states from regulating AI individually. Trump stated on his Truth Social network that "There must be only one regulation if we are to...

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Joshua Aaron, developer of the iPhone app ICEBlock, filed a lawsuit in federal court in Washington D.C. against Trump administration officials, alleging violations of his First Amendment rights. The suit claims...

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Kimora Lee Simmons revisited her 2004 arrest for eluding police on E!'s Kimora: Back in the Fab Lane, clarifying it was for failing to stop, not marijuana possession. She also discussed her daughter Aoki Lee Simmons'...

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UK

Dame Judi Dench, who turns 91 in December 2025, has effectively retired from acting due to deteriorating eyesight and memory lapses. "Age-related macular degeneration" causes her vision to be blurred, making...

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USA

Google is significantly advancing its Android XR mixed reality operating system, with new AI-powered glasses slated for release in 2026. At The Android Show: XR Edition on December 8, 2025, Google showcased advancements...

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USA

New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has appointed rapper and activist Mysonne Linen to advise on criminal justice, drawing criticism due to Linen's past felony conviction for robbery. Linen, who maintains his innocence...

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Renewed fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has jeopardized a US-brokered peace agreement signed in Washington D.C. on December 4, 2025, challenging President Donald Trump's peacemaking efforts. The...

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USA

Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth met with Australian counterparts in Washington on Monday to discuss Indo-Pacific security and countering China. The talks also covered the Russia-Ukraine...

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USA

Federal Judge James Boasberg is intensifying his criminal contempt investigation into a high-profile deportation case, ordering top Justice Department attorney Drew Ensign and former DOJ lawyer Erez Reuveni to testify...

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A $108 billion hostile bid from Paramount Skydance for Warner Bros. Discovery has ignited a major media consolidation battle, with Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners involved in financing. This move has raised ethical...

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France

Brigitte Macron faced criticism for her comments at a comedy show in Paris where protesters interrupted a performance by Ary Abittan. Macron was heard telling the comedian, "If there are any stupid bitches [here], we...

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USA

Generation Alpha's holiday wish lists feature viral trends and luxury brands, with items like Pink Palm Puff hoodies and Longchamp tote bags in high demand. Comedian Megan Stalter curated a "Curated By" collection for...

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Disabled fans are challenging Disney's revised Disability Access Service (DAS) program through a federal lawsuit and a shareholder proposal, arguing that the changes are too restrictive. Disney claims the modifications...

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USA

Actress Sydney Sweeney has definitively addressed cosmetic surgery rumors, stating she has "never gotten work done" due to a severe fear of needles. Appearing on Allure magazine's "Truth Serum" series with Amanda...

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Palestine

Sir Tony Blair has been removed from consideration for the Gaza "board of peace" after Arab and Muslim states objected to his inclusion. The former UK Prime Minister was initially the only person named to the board,...

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Honduras

Honduras's National Electoral Council resumed vote counting on Monday, December 8, 2025, with provisional results showing Nasry Asfura in the lead. The outgoing president's Libre party, alleging interference by Donald...

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USA

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is facing controversy for his judgment and adherence to military protocols, particularly after launching airstrikes in the Pacific and Caribbean that critics claim crossed legal...

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Russia

Four Russian soldiers have been sentenced for the torture and murder of Russell Bentley, a 64-year-old pro-Russian influencer and correspondent for Sputnik. Bentley, a former US Army soldier who obtained Russian...

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Cambodia

Border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia intensified on December 9, 2025, following Thai airstrikes on Cambodian targets. Cambodian authorities reported two more civilian deaths from Thai shelling on Tuesday,...

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NorthKorea

Russia's Ambassador to North Korea, Alexandre Matsegora, has died suddenly at the age of 70. His death was announced by the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on December 6, 2025, with deep regret expressed for the...

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USA

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem dismissed reports of her impending firing, stating she received no such indications and is proud to serve Donald Trump. The White House labeled reports of Trump considering Noem's...

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USA

Former Colleton County Clerk of Court Mary Rebecca "Becky" Hill pleaded guilty to felony charges including obstruction of justice, perjury, and misconduct in office, stemming from her actions during the Alex Murdaugh...

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Spain

Four people have died and one remains missing after a powerful wave swept over the Charco de Isla Cangrejo natural pool in Los Gigantes, Tenerife, on Sunday afternoon. The incident involved approximately 20 people,...

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Albania

EU interior ministers approved a controversial migration agreement, known as the "Albania model," to establish repatriation hubs outside the bloc. Italy's Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi called the deal a turning...

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NewYorkTimes

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Germany passes controversial law to boost soldier numbers”
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China

A tourist in China's Huaying Mountain miraculously survived a fall of approximately 50 feet down a cliff face while attempting to take a selfie near Blade Rock. Chinese officials confirmed Blade Rock is outside...

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Italy

Christian Pulisic proved decisive for AC Milan in their 3-2 comeback victory over Juventus on December 8, 2025. The American forward scored twice after coming off the bench, including the winning goal that propelled AC...

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USA

The Golden Globes will introduce a new best-podcast category for the 2026 awards ceremony, recognizing excellence in audio. Six podcasts, including 'Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard' and 'Call Her Daddy,' earned...

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USA

The Big Ten conference now leads all conferences with nine ranked teams in the AP Top 25 women's basketball poll. Nebraska entered the poll at No. 24, joining three other Big Ten teams in the top 10: No. 3 South...

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USA

Republicans in vulnerable US House districts are concerned about the political fallout from the December 31 expiration of enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium tax credits. The potential lapse, which could lead to...

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USA

Janice Combs, mother of Sean "Diddy" Combs, has denounced the Netflix docuseries "Sean Combs: The Reckoning," calling it "full of lies" and damaging to their reputation. She specifically denies allegations made by Kirk...

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USA

The US Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge to Texas library book removals, allowing books on sensitive topics to remain off shelves. The case centered on residents' objections to books covering transgender...

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France

Croatia confirmed on Monday the purchase of 18 French Caesar self-propelled howitzers for 320 million euros to bolster its artillery and committed to modernizing its twelve Rafale fighter jets. French President Emmanuel...

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USA

Meghan King and ex-husband Jim Edmonds have settled their custody dispute, avoiding a court hearing. Edmonds' representative, Steve Honig, confirmed the resolution was in the best interest of their three children. This...

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CNN

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Finnish foreign minister reacts to Trump's national security strategy”
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France

Cocaine trafficking generated the most revenue in France's illicit drug market in 2023, with an estimated turnover of 3.1 billion euros, according to a study by the French Observatory on Drugs and Addictive Behaviors...

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Ecuador

Thirteen inmates were found dead at a southern Ecuadorian prison in Machala on December 7, 2025, announced by the country’s prison service SNAI. Police believe an explosive device detonated nearby was intended to...

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USA

Anthropic has launched a beta integration embedding its Claude Code AI assistant directly into Slack, allowing software engineers to delegate coding tasks within the platform. This "research preview" aims to embed AI...

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USA

Seattle will host the "LGBTQ+ Pride Match" between Egypt and Iran on June 26, coinciding with the city's LGBTQ+ Pride weekend. The match at Lumen Field is intended to support the LGBTQ+ community and presents FIFA with...

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USA

Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced Police Chief Pamela Smith is stepping down at the end of the year. Smith's tenure saw significant challenges, including conflict with Donald Trump and efforts to reduce...

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Germany

Germany's domestic intelligence chief, Sinan Selen, warned on December 8th, 2025, that Russia may escalate sabotage and disinformation campaigns in 2026. Selen stated that Germany is a prime target for Moscow due to its...

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USA

Blizzard Entertainment is enhancing Overwatch 2 with major updates focused on player experience, accessibility, and competitive integrity, having banned over one million cheaters through its Defense Matrix system. The...

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USA

The UN has launched a $47 billion humanitarian appeal for 2026, with Under-Secretary-General Tom Fletcher describing the situation as a global crisis exacerbated by interconnected conflicts and climate change. The...

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Jamaica

Miss Jamaica, Dr. Gabrielle Henry, sustained severe injuries including an intracranial hemorrhage and facial lacerations following a significant fall during the preliminary competition in Thailand. The Miss Universe...

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Fox

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Gloria Gaynor on how Dems will survive under the Trump admin”
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USA

IBM announced today a definitive agreement to acquire data streaming platform Confluent for $11 billion in an all-cash transaction. This acquisition, expected by mid-2026, aims to bolster IBM's AI and cloud computing...

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USA

The Hollywood Reporter (THR) dominated the Los Angeles Press Club's 18th annual National Arts and Entertainment Journalism Awards, securing 13 first-place honors, including TV Critic of the Year for Angie Han. Seth...

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Syria

Syrians are celebrating the first anniversary of the fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime, marking over 13 years of devastating civil war. The collapse of the 53-year rule followed a rapid rebel offensive led by Hayat...

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USA

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from Congress, effective January 2026, following a severe rift with Donald Trump. Greene stated that Trump offered "harsh accusatory replies and zero...

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Greece

In Turkey, two separate incidents occurred on December 8, 2025, involving law enforcement. In Soke, Officer A.A. was struck by a vehicle while unloading his car, with the driver later posting an image of the unconscious...

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USA

Lucía López Belloza, a freshman at Babson College, was deported to Honduras by immigration enforcement agents despite a court order. Officials from the Trump administration labeled her a "criminal," while her attorney...

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France

The Louvre Museum faces an impending open-ended strike by staff starting December 15, protesting deteriorating working conditions and inadequate resources. This follows a recent $100 million jewel heist and a water leak...

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France

France is returning a 70-million-year-old Tarbosaurus bataar skeleton to Mongolia, an Asian relative of the Tyrannosaurus rex. This fossil, looted from the Gobi Desert and trafficked via South Korea, was seized by...

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USA

New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani released a video on December 7, 2025, detailing how immigrants can interact with US ICE agents, stating, "New York will always welcome immigrants." The video, which has garnered over...

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China

China's trade surplus reached a record $1.08 trillion in the first 11 months of 2025, with November alone adding $111.68 billion. Tariffs imposed by Donald Trump significantly impacted exports to the USA, decreasing...

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USA

Uber is launching a new insights platform for marketers called Uber Intelligence on Monday, December 8, 2025. The platform leverages a partnership with LiveRamp, utilizing its clean room technology to allow advertisers...

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Venezuela

Lawmakers are debating the release of classified video from a US military strike on September 2, 2025, targeting suspected drug trafficking vessels near Venezuela. The operation resulted in approximately 87 deaths and...

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USA

Analogue is releasing limited-edition "Funtastic" translucent variants of its Analogue 3D console on December 10th for $299. These models, inspired by the original Funtastic N64 series, took over a year to perfectly...

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USA

Coldplay has been named the most popular touring artist of the new millennium by Pollstar, selling 24.8 million tickets between January 1, 2001, and the end of 2025. Ed Sheeran followed with 19.6 million tickets sold,...

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UK

Prime Minister Keir Starmer launched an official account on TikTok and a Substack newsletter as part of a new communications strategy. His first TikTok video featured him and his wife, Victoria, switching on Christmas...

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USA

FIFA announced that three-minute hydration breaks will be implemented in each half of every match at the upcoming 2026 World Cup, a decision shared by chief tournament officer Manolo Zubiria. These scheduled breaks, set...

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NewYorkTimes

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How Cocaine Became a Big Problem for Ecuador”
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USA

Starbucks brings back its popular Bearista Cold Cup today, a glass tumbler that previously sold out immediately and saw high resale prices. While fans reported app issues checking details for the return, Starbucks...

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CoteDIvoire

Alassane Ouattara was inaugurated today for his fourth term as Ivory Coast's president at the Presidential Palace in Abidjan. Ouattara solemnly swore to uphold the Constitution, having been re-elected last month with...

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USA

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet former Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago on December 29, avoiding potential arrest threats in New York amid ongoing corruption charges and geopolitical pressures related to the Gaza...

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Germany

Germany experiences an unusually warm December with temperatures up to 18 degrees Celsius, breaking numerous heat records for the month. Meteorologists attribute this prolonged warmth to rising greenhouse gas...

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