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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

Donald Trump reportedly pressures Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to cede territory to Russia as part of a peace deal, asserting that Moscow holds the "upper hand" and urging Kyiv to "play ball" for a potential...

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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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Australia

Australia implemented a new law prohibiting social media access for individuals under 16. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated the ban is crucial for protecting youth from cyberbullying and negative mental health...

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Ukraine

Donald Trump urged Ukraine to hold elections, questioning its democratic status and suggesting a withdrawal of support if the conflict continues. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced plans for election...

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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

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

Donald Trump held a campaign rally at the Mount Airy Casino Resort in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, drawing an estimated 600 to 700 attendees. Trump sharply criticized opponents, including Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and...

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USA

Grammy-nominated baritone singer Jubilant Sykes was fatally stabbed at his Santa Monica home. His 31-year-old son, Micah Sykes, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of homicide, and police recovered a weapon. Sykes'...

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Denmark

Denmark's military intelligence identifies the USA as a threat for the first time in its annual assessment, marking a significant shift in Danish security perception. This change moves from an "ideal of democracy"...

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USA

Donald Trump intensified his criticism of European leaders, labeling them "weak, foolish, and paralyzed by political correctness," which he claims is leading to Europe's "decay." Trump specifically cited Sweden as...

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Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky engaged in high-level diplomatic discussions in Rome and London, focusing on a peace agreement and aid. Zelensky met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Pope Leo XIV to...

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USA

Kyle Schwarber is returning to the Philadelphia Phillies on a five-year, $150 million contract, a deal confirmed during MLB's Winter Meetings. Schwarber, who will turn 33 in March, had a standout 2025 season leading the...

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USA

OpenAI appointed Denise Dresser, formerly CEO of Slack and a Salesforce executive, as its first chief revenue officer. Dresser will oversee OpenAI's global revenue strategy, including customer success and enterprise...

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USA

The US Supreme Court heard arguments on campaign finance laws, considering whether to overturn limits on political party spending in coordination with candidates. The National Republican Senatorial Committee and JD...

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USA

GoFundMe's 2025 Year in Help report highlights significant generosity from donors and growing concern over the rising cost of living in the USA. The platform observed a 20% increase in fundraisers for essential needs...

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USA

Raul Malo, co-founder and frontman of The Mavericks, died following a battle with cancer. His wife, Betty Malo, announced his passing, noting his long public struggle with colon cancer and leptomeningeal disease (LMD),...

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USA

Blake Lively's civil trial against Justin Baldoni, stemming from her sexual harassment lawsuit filed in December 2024, has been postponed by over two months. The proceeding, originally set for March 9, 2026, will now...

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Italy

Charles De Ketelaere was instrumental in Atalanta's dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over Chelsea in the Champions League. Trailing to a Joao Pedro goal in the first half, Atalanta rallied with second-half goals from...

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USA

SpaceX is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) as early as mid to late 2026, targeting a valuation of approximately $1.5 trillion and aiming to raise over $30 billion. Elon Musk, SpaceX's founder...

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USA

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered diplomats to revert to using the Times New Roman font in official communications, reversing a decision made by his predecessor. Rubio described the earlier switch to Calibri,...

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USA

Maj. Blaine McGraw, an Army gynecologist, faces 54 charges of indecent visual recording and other offenses, primarily during examinations of 44 female patients at the Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center earlier this...

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Canada

Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, announced she will depart her diplomatic post in early 2026, coinciding with the upcoming review of the USA-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Prime Minister Mark Carney...

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USA

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has removed all mentions of fossil fuels as a cause of climate change from its website, now attributing climate shifts solely to natural phenomena like changes in Earth's orbit...

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UK

Nnena Kalu has made history as the first artist with a learning disability to win the prestigious Turner Prize. The 59-year-old artist, who has autism and limited verbal communication, was honored for her "bold and...

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Ireland

Fabio Panetta, Governor of the Bank of Italy, emphasized Europe's need to act decisively to strengthen its international monetary role. Panetta highlighted Europe's potential to play a larger role in the international...

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Ukraine

A member of the British armed forces has died in Ukraine due to a "tragic accident" while observing the testing of new defensive capabilities away from the front lines. The Ministry of Defence confirmed the death and...

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USA

Pamela Anderson has revealed a past romantic relationship with her "The Naked Gun" co-star Liam Neeson. Anderson shared in an interview with People magazine that they were briefly involved after filming concluded,...

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USA

Former San Diego Chargers cornerback Quentin Jammer revealed he played in at least eight games during the 2011 season while heavily intoxicated, attributing the behavior to a difficult divorce. Jammer admitted to having...

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USA

The US military launched GenAI.mil, a new custom-built AI platform, fulfilling a directive from Donald Trump to achieve AI dominance. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced the platform, stating it puts "the world's...

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USA

Ryan Serhant, CEO of SERHANT, is addressing conflicts from season 2 of Netflix's 'Owning Manhattan,' stating he only saw the final cuts of the show like other viewers. Serhant admitted in an Instagram video that he...

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USA

A Pew Research Center study revealed 64% of American teenagers have used AI chatbots, with a significant portion engaging daily or almost constantly. This widespread adoption raises concerns among educators and parents...

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Italy

Liverpool secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Inter Milan in the Champions League, with Florian Wirtz converting an 88th-minute penalty after being fouled by Alessandro Bastoni. This win temporarily propelled...

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USA

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) and other civil rights organizations filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, demanding the release of legal documents that justify lethal US military strikes on boats...

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USA

Russell Crowe expressed strong disapproval of the "Gladiator II" sequel, stating its creators missed the moral core of the original 2000 film. Crowe, who won an Oscar for his role as Maximus, believes the sequel...

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USA

A collaborative investigation by Consumer Reports and Groundwork Collaborative revealed Instacart conducted pricing experiments that charged different users varying amounts for identical items from the same store, with...

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UK

The UK announced new sanctions targeting Russian media and information outlets, including the Telegram channel Rybar, along with China-based firms i-Soon and Integrity Technology Group, for their roles in information...

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USA

US stock markets posted mixed results, with the S&P 500 seeing a slight gain and the Nasdaq Composite rising, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell. JP Morgan's stock dropped significantly after its consumer...

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USA

Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott announced she has donated $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, bringing her total giving since 2019 to $26.3 billion through unrestricted grants. Her substantial contributions notably...

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USA

San Joaquin Sheriff Patrick Withrow leads the investigation into a mass shooting in Stockton last month that killed three children—Maya Lupian, Journey Rose Reotutar Guerrero, Amari Peterson—and 21-year-old Susano...

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Belgium

Olympique Marseille secured a crucial 3-2 victory against Union Saint-Gilloise in the Champions League, with goals from Mason Greenwood and Igor Paixao. Goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli made a pivotal save in stoppage time to...

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UK

Tottenham Hotspur relocated its official LGBTQ+ supporters' group, Proud Lilywhites, rainbow flag at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium following a request from Slavia Prague to UEFA. The decision, made on security grounds,...

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Italy

Italy's Antitrust authority has fined Sky Italia 4.2 million euros for three unfair commercial practices, including deceptive communication about TV subscription cost increases. Sky Italia expressed surprise at the...

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USA

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff switched from using OpenAI's ChatGPT to Google's Gemini 3 chatbot, publicly stating, "Holy shit. I’m not going back. The leap is insane." Benioff's shift underscores the intense competition...

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USA

Bolivia and Israel re-established diplomatic relations, two years after Bolivia severed ties over the Gaza conflict. Israeli Minister Gideon Saar and Bolivian Foreign Minister Fernando Aramayo signed the agreement,...

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UnitedArabEmirates

Mary Carole McDonnell, former CEO of Bellum Entertainment LLC, is wanted by the FBI for allegedly defrauding US banks and financial institutions of nearly $30 million by posing as an heiress to the McDonnell aircraft...

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USA

Opponents of Missouri's new congressional map, backed by Donald Trump, submitted over 300,000 petition signatures to trigger a statewide referendum. This effort by People Not Politicians seeks to block a...

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USA

Bill Maher and Ana Kasparian debated tax money allocation and Western women's comfort in the Middle East on the Club Random podcast. Kasparian ultimately conceded that Tel Aviv would be the most comfortable option for a...

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USA

Howard Stern denied claims by Kim Kardashian that he mocked her 2016 Paris robbery, presenting footage from an October 2016 episode of "The Stern Show" where he discussed the incident and expressed belief it was...

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USA

The US Department of Education announced a proposed settlement agreement to end the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) student loan repayment plan following legal challenges. The agreement will stop enrolling new...

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Ukraine

Russia's sustained attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure have left approximately half of the households in the capital region of Kyiv without power. Naftogaz CEO Serhiy Koretskyi warned of a difficult winter ahead,...

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USA

A comprehensive study by UN Women and its partners reveals that over two-thirds of women journalists, rights defenders, and activists have experienced online violence. The report, which gathered input from over 6,900...

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Switzerland

FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces formal complaints with the FIFA Ethics Committee regarding his public support for Donald Trump and a FIFA Peace Prize awarded to Trump. The human rights organization FairSquare...

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USA

Nick Fuentes reiterated he is a virgin during an interview with Piers Morgan on "Piers Morgan Uncensored," describing women as "difficult to be around" and stating they "talk too much." Fuentes, who previously denied a...

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Bulgaria

Ukraine escalated its strategy to disrupt Russia's oil sales by targeting "shadow fleet" vessels, with naval drones operated by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) striking the sanctioned crude oil tanker Kairos last...

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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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Argentina

Judicial authorities in Argentina conducted over 30 simultaneous searches at the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and at least 12 clubs, including San Lorenzo and Independiente. The operations, ordered by Federal...

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Lithuania

Lithuania declared a nationwide state of emergency due to escalating security risks from high-altitude balloons and drones originating from Belarus. Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė characterized the situation as a...

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CNN

Drone delivery attempt to prison thwarted
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USA

Sony Interactive Entertainment launches the PlayStation 2025 Wrap-Up, a personalized recap of players' gaming activity. PS5 and PS4 owners can view metrics such as their most played games, total hours, and trophy...

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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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Italy

A 23-year-old woman was raped by three men near Rome's Jonio metro station in the Val Melaina-Tufello area. The assault occurred in the early hours of December 7, 2025, after midnight, as she was leaving the metro...

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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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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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USA

President Donald Trump's administration threatens to withdraw federal funding from Chicago's public transportation system unless the city implements stricter security measures. This demand follows a violent incident...

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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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USA

Google Photos introduces a significant update to its video editing features, bringing five new tools and a redesigned editor. Users can now create highlight reels with templates, add custom text and music, and enjoy a...

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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

Meta is rolling out a series of updates to Facebook, aiming to simplify the user experience and increase engagement with features like a standardized photo grid and full-screen content viewing. Users will also gain more...

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USA

The Los Angeles Dodgers finalized a three-year, $69 million contract with All-Star closer Edwin Díaz, significantly bolstering their bullpen after back-to-back World Series titles. Díaz, considered the best relief...

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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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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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USA

Google is rolling out significant software updates for the Pixel Watch 4, which it launched in October, introducing gesture-based interactions like "double pinch" and "wrist turn." These features enable users to control...

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UK

Visual effects producer Tom Paton launched "Non Player Combat," a limited series where six AI-controlled contestants compete on a remote island for 500,000 coins. The show, which released its first episode, used AI for...

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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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Algeria

The USA has sanctioned Álvaro Quijano Becerra, Claudia Oliveros Forero, Mateo Duque Botero, and entities including the International Services Agency (A4SI) and Maine Global, for their involvement in a network recruiting...

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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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USA

Cheryl Hines states that her husband, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is not planning a presidential run in 2028, despite recent speculation. Kennedy previously ran as an independent in 2024, withdrew from the race, and endorsed...

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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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France

Miss Provence, Julie Zitouni, and Miss Aquitaine, Aïnhoa Lahitete, have been stripped of their Miss France 2026 titles following a leaked backstage video. The footage showed Zitouni making offensive remarks about other...

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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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Italy

Forensic analysis by the Carabinieri's scientific department (RIS) has introduced new evidence suggesting the 2013 death of David Rossi, former head of communications for Monte dei Paschi di Siena (MPS), was a homicide,...

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USA

Jemele Hill of The Atlantic pointed out a significant double standard in college sports, contrasting how coaches like Lane Kiffin receive lucrative contracts and lenient treatment for job changes, while players face...

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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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USA

Shohei Ohtani has been named the Associated Press Male Athlete of the Year for the fourth time, tying him with Lance Armstrong, LeBron James, and Tiger Woods for the most honors among male recipients. The Dodgers won...

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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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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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Brazil

A biopic titled "Dark Horse" is in production, focusing on the life of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, with Jim Caviezel portraying Bolsonaro in the film. Filming for the English-language project commenced in...

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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USA

Luigi Mangione faces state and federal murder charges for the December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson outside a Manhattan hotel. Mangione was arrested in Altoona, Pennsylvania, in December 2024,...

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USA

Skydance Media, led by David Ellison, has launched an all-cash takeover bid of $108.4 billion for Warner Bros. Discovery, directly challenging an earlier $82.7 billion proposal from Netflix. Ellison asserts Skydance's...

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