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

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Ukraine

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

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Norway

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

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UK

Sophie Kinsella, known for her bestselling "Shopaholic" series, died at 55 following a three-year battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. Her family announced she passed peacefully, surrounded by...

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Australia

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

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USA

Donald Trump's administration proposed stricter US travel security mandates, requiring extensive personal data from travelers under the Visa Waiver Program. The draft rule, published in the Federal Register by DHS,...

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USA

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

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USA

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

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Italy

Italian cuisine officially received UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status, becoming the first entire national gastronomic style to earn this global recognition at a committee meeting in New Delhi. The landmark...

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USA

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

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USA

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

Eileen Higgins achieved a historic victory in the Miami mayoral election, becoming the city's first female mayor and the first Democrat to hold the office in nearly 30 years. Higgins, a former Miami-Dade county...

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UK

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

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USA

The Federal Reserve is widely expected to cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points, marking its third reduction this year and setting the federal funds rate target range at 3.50% to 3.75%. This decision by the...

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Morocco

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

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USA

Jen Shah, known from "Real Housewives SLC", was released from federal prison in Texas and moved to community confinement, nearly four years early from her original 6.5-year sentence. Shah pleaded guilty to conspiracy to...

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USA

Pamela Anderson revealed a past romantic relationship with her "The Naked Gun" co-star Liam Neeson, with the pair spending an intimate week together after filming concluded. Anderson shared in an interview with People...

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Palestine

A severe storm, named Byron, is bringing heavy rains and strong winds to the Gaza Strip and Israel, causing widespread flooding in hundreds of refugee camps and exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. The adverse weather...

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USA

The DHS recently secured a nearly $140 million contract to purchase six Boeing 737 jets for US ICE, enabling the agency to operate its own deportation fleet following a substantial budget increase from Congress. DHS...

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USA

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

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USA

Donald Trump strongly refuted recent media reports questioning his physical stamina and cognitive abilities, labeling such inquiries "seditious" and "fake news." This renewed scrutiny stemmed from various incidents,...

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USA

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

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Brazil

Brazil's Chamber of Deputies approved a controversial bill that could significantly reduce the prison sentence of Jair Bolsonaro for his role in the January 8, 2023 coup attempts. Championed by Paulinho da Força, the...

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USA

Adobe has integrated its popular Photoshop, Acrobat, and Adobe Express applications into ChatGPT, allowing users to edit images and PDFs directly within the chat interface for free starting December 10, 2025. This...

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USA

Kim Kardashian recently shared a series of never-before-seen selfies on Instagram, prominently featuring a bed photo with Britney Spears and Khloé Kardashian that offered a behind-the-scenes glimpse of an earlier...

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Italy

A 20-year-old man was charged with aggravated theft in Reggio Emilia, Italy, after allegedly using Face ID to unlock his sleeping ex-girlfriend's phone and transfer €25,000 to his account. The victim reported the theft...

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USA

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

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Italy

The Italian government plans to introduce an economic aid package in 2026, offering a 55 euro yearly electricity bill bonus to approximately 4.5 million vulnerable families. This initiative, funded by 1 billion euros...

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UK

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

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Indonesia

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

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USA

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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France

Sébastien Lecornu secured a significant political victory by passing his government's social security budget through the National Assembly with a 247-234 vote. This marks the first time since 2022 that a minority...

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USA

Diana Ross will headline "Dick Clark's Rockin' New Year's Eve With Ryan Seacrest", performing a medley of hits including "I'm Coming Out" and "Upside Down" live from Times Square in New York. The special, featuring a...

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USA

A Beechcraft 55 aircraft made an emergency landing on Interstate 95 in Brevard County, Florida, colliding with a Toyota Camry and injuring its 57-year-old driver. The twin-engine plane, owned by Tailwinds Flying and...

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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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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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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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UK

Jordan Bardella met with Nigel Farage in London to discuss a "patriotic alliance" focused on radical immigration reforms and reshaping Europe. Bardella proposed joint French-British Channel patrols, allowing Border...

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Belgium

The EU recently provisionally agreed to a landmark climate target, aiming for a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels, with Denmark's climate minister Lars Aagaard playing a key...

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France

A new report from the World Inequality Lab reveals the wealthiest 0.001% of the global population, approximately 56,000 individuals, now control three times the wealth of the poorest 2.8 billion adults. Co-directed by...

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Italy

Flavio Filoni, Mayor of Galatone, discovered a 38-year-old man from Ghana hiding within a Nativity scene in the town square. The individual, identified as a fugitive wanted in Bologna for resisting arrest and aggravated...

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Kenya

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

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Bolivia

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

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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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USA

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

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UK

The "Abba Voyage" show in London has generated over 25 billion Swedish kronor for the British economy since its May 2022 premiere, attracting more than three million attendees. Featuring hologram versions of ABBA...

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USA

Jimmy Kimmel humorously criticized Donald Trump's proposal to host a UFC event on the White House lawn in 2026, likening Trump to "a child" for the idea. The comedian questioned the appropriateness of the event, which...

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Netherlands

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

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France

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

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USA

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

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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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Lithuania

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

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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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Germany

Christine Lagarde stated the eurozone economy performs better than expected but faces an "existential crisis" due to internal trade barriers and a fragmented financial market, hindering competitiveness and productivity....

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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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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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USA

Marco Rubio has directed the US State Department to revert to using Times New Roman for official communications, undoing a previous directive that switched to Calibri. Rubio, part of the Donald Trump administration,...

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TheJoeRoganExperience

Jelly Roll
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Ukraine

Volodymyr Zelensky expressed conditional readiness to hold presidential elections in Ukraine within two to three months, responding to pressure from Donald Trump regarding democratic processes. His willingness depends...

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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

Gavin Newsom is positioning himself for a potential 2028 presidential bid by adopting a dual strategy of fierce criticism against Donald Trump and simultaneously seeking federal aid for California. This approach, which...

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USA

The US Supreme Court recently allowed Texas's mid-decade redistricting plan to proceed, a decision influencing the 2026 midterm elections and leading to criticism from legal experts like Erwin Chemerinsky and Justice...

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USA

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

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USA

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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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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Netherlands

Europol's Operation Grimm has led to 193 arrests across Europe, significantly advancing efforts against "violence as a service" (VaaS), a phenomenon where criminal networks outsource violent acts. The six-month...

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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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Italy

Italy's complex tax system includes various deadlines, with the second installment of the Imposta Municipale Unica (IMU) property tax for 2025 due on December 16, primarily affecting owners of second homes and luxury...

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Italy

The Villa Silvestri Rivaldi, a 16th-century Renaissance complex in Rome, is set to reopen after decades of neglect following an agreement between the Lazio Region and the Ministry of Culture, with Minister Alessandro...

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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

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

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NewYorkTimes

How Crypto Casinos Lure in Young Gamblers
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Italy

Dutch striker Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly agreed to a transfer to Roma, with the Italian club now accelerating negotiations with Manchester United to finalize the deal. Roma aims to secure Zirkzee as a January...

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Germany

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

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France

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

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Italy

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

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Italy

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

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Russia

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

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Japan

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

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CNN

Ukraine expected to send revised peace proposal to US today
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USA

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

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France

Benjamin Haddad, France's Minister Delegate for Europe, has urged the European Commission to investigate allegations that EU funds for NGOs in Palestinian territories may have been diverted to the Palestinian Islamist...

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USA

Taylor Swift recently enjoyed a night out in New York with Este Haim, dining at Chez Margaux, while separate reports highlighted Blake Lively's promotional event and rumored estrangement from Swift. Swift and Travis...

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USA

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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SouthKorea

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

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USA

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

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TEDTalks

Why I attempt the world's most dangerous stunts
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Italy

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

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Guatemala

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

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USA

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

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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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Belgium

The German research institute Kiel Institute warned that military aid to Ukraine could reach its lowest level in 2025, as European efforts struggle to compensate for the cessation of US aid following Donald Trump's...

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Armenia

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

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USA

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

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USA

SpaceX is reportedly preparing for an IPO in mid-to-late 2026, targeting a valuation of approximately $1.5 trillion and aiming to raise over $30 billion for developing space-based data centers. Founder Elon Musk...

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USA

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

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Mexico

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

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UK

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

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USA

Grammy-nominated baritone Jubilant Sykes was fatally stabbed at his Santa Monica home two days ago, leading to the arrest of his 31-year-old son, Micah Sykes, on suspicion of homicide. Santa Monica Police officers...

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Italy

A major anti-mafia operation in Palermo, led by Chief Prosecutor Maurizio De Lucia, resulted in 50 precautionary measures against individuals linked to Cosa Nostra clans and extensive drug trafficking networks,...

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