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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump addressed economic issues at an event in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania, claiming inflation was no longer a problem and his administration was superior. Trump reiterated false claims about the 2020 election and...

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EileenHiggins

Eileen Higgins made history by becoming Miami's first female and first non-Hispanic mayor, decisively defeating Republican Emilio T. Gonzalez. Higgins, a Democrat, ended three decades of Republican control in the city,...

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JonasSjöstedt

The EU has agreed on a new climate target, aiming for a 90% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels. This deal, reached by EU negotiators, softens the European Commission's initial proposal...

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DonaldTrump

USA Donald Trump urged Ukraine to hold elections, suggesting the prolonged absence of a vote undermined its democratic claims. Trump also raised the possibility of reducing USA support if the conflict persisted, while...

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PaulEngelmayer

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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DonaldTrump

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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AnthonyAlbanese

Australia has enacted a law, now in effect, prohibiting individuals under 16 from accessing social media to protect youth from cyberbullying and negative mental health impacts. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese praised...

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MaríaCorinaMachado

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, recipient of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, faces conflicting reports about her attendance at the award ceremony in Oslo. One report indicates her evacuation from...

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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump sharply criticized European leaders in a Politico interview, labeling them "weak, foolish, and paralyzed by political correctness." He asserted that their immigration policies are causing Europe's "decay"...

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KirstenHillman

Kirsten Hillman, Canada's ambassador to the US, announced she will step down in early 2026 after eight years of service. Hillman stated her departure allows Canada to establish a new team for the upcoming mandatory...

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VolodymyrZelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is engaged in intensive diplomatic efforts across Europe to discuss a potential peace agreement and secure continued aid. He met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Pope...

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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump admitted using the phrase “shithole countries” to describe Haiti and African nations, bragging about a comment that sparked global outrage during his first term. Trump relived the incident during a rally,...

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ElonMusk

Elon Musk described his tenure leading the Trump administration's DOGE as "somewhat successful" in recent remarks but indicated he would not undertake such an initiative again. Musk stated that while DOGE managed to...

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ThomasAhrenkiel

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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KyleSchwarber

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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DeniseDresser

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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JairBolsonaro

Brazilian lawmakers are working to reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro's 27-year sentence for a coup plot, a move ruling party leader Lindbergh Farias called "unacceptable." The legislative process faced turmoil when...

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MacKenzieScott

MacKenzie Scott will donate $7.1 billion to nonprofits in 2025, representing a substantial increase from her $2.6 billion in 2024 and $2.1 billion in 2023 contributions. Her total philanthropic giving, which emphasizes...

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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump provided an uplifting update on Andrew Wolfe, a West Virginia National Guard member critically injured in a Washington D.C. shooting incident. Trump announced Wolfe "stood up" and recounted conversations...

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KamalaHarris

Former Vice President Kamala Harris, known for her historic position, will have a marble bust displayed in Congress, with similar honors planned for Joe Biden, Mike Pence, and JD Vance. Harris recently released her book...

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BlakeLively

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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JDVance

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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MarcoRubio

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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FabioPanetta

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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DanielSwain

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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JohnHealey

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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RyanSerhant

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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DonaldTrump

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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PrincessSofia

Newly released documents reveal that Princess Sofia of Sweden met convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein multiple times around 2005, facilitated by businesswoman Barbro Ehnbom. An email from Ehnbom to Epstein in...

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VladimirPutin

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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TeresaRibera

The European Commission has initiated a formal antitrust investigation into Google, scrutinizing its utilization of content for training AI systems. The probe specifically examines whether Google used material from...

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DonaldTrump

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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DonaldTrump

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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YvetteCooper

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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GideonSaar

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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MassimilianoDona

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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MarcBenioff

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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SAVE

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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DonaldTrump

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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JuliePosetti

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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SBU

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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HowardStern

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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GianniInfantino

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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NickFuentes

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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BillMaher

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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DonaldTrump

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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IngaRuginienė

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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JimmyKimmel

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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DonaldTrump

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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SerhiyKoretskyi

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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LuisArmella

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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JeremyOHarris

Playwright Jeremy O. Harris was released from custody in Japan following his arrest for possession of MDMA (Ecstasy). Customs officials detained Harris at Naha airport in Okinawa after discovering approximately 0.78...

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RobertWatson

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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DonaldTrump

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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AliMuhammadAliAbdAlRahman

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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ICE

US ICE faces scrutiny over reports of holding hundreds of immigrant children and pregnant women, including asylum seekers, in custody for extended periods exceeding legal limits. Advocates, including the ACLU, allege...

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Ford

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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SatyaNadella

Microsoft has announced its largest-ever investment in Asia, committing $17.5 billion to India over the next four years to bolster the country's cloud and AI infrastructure. CEO Satya Nadella revealed the plan after...

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ShinjiroKoizumi

South Korea reported that nine Russian and Chinese military aircraft, including nuclear-capable bombers, entered its Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) east and south of the country. The planes, detected around 10...

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CherylHines

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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VolkerTürk

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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ÁlvaroQuijanoBecerra

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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DavidRossi

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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AlinaHabba

Alina Habba resigned 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 stated the Donald Trump...

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JairBolsonaro

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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Rome

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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JemeleHill

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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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump announced a $12 billion aid package for American farmers to mitigate economic damage from trade disputes and rising costs. Brit Hume states that farmers are in their current difficult situation due to...

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PattiSaris

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

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RonDeSantis

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued an executive order declaring the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and the Muslim Brotherhood as "foreign terrorist organizations." This action mandates Florida agencies...

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TonyBlair

Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair has reportedly been removed from consideration for a primary role in Donald Trump's proposed "Board of Peace" overseeing Gaza's reconstruction and future governance. This decision...

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AntonovAn22

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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JohelZelaya

Honduran Attorney General Johel Zelaya announced the execution of a 2023 arrest warrant for former President Juan Orlando Hernández amidst ongoing electoral turmoil. Hernández, who was recently released from a US prison...

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DirkHoke

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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DonaldTrump

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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GiorgiaMeloni

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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HikmetHajiev

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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SwedishAirForce

The Swedish Air Force will conduct a Christmas tree formation flight with JAS 39 Gripen E fighter jets in December 2025, a tradition featuring the new aircraft. The Skaraborg Air Wing's flight, originally planned for...

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The period from 2023 to 2025 is on track to be the first three-year span exceeding 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, according to the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service. Global average temperatures from January to...

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TimothyDolan

The Archdiocese of New York is establishing a $300 million fund to compensate victims of sexual abuse, financing it through budget cuts, layoffs, and asset sales. Cardinal Timothy Dolan announced that retired Judge...

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BrigitteMacron

French First Lady Brigitte Macron faced widespread criticism for using the derogatory term "sales connes" to describe feminist protesters. The incident occurred backstage at the Folies Bergère theatre, where she spoke...

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PeteHegseth

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces intense congressional scrutiny and an investigation for an incident in September where a second strike on a boat reportedly killed at least 72 survivors in the Caribbean, actions...

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FreddieScappaticci

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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AlejandroGilFernández

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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ATAC

Rome's public transport system is facing significant disruptions this week due to a series of strikes initiated by ATAC personnel and planned for the coming days. Today, Tuesday, December 9, 2025, a 24-hour strike by...

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BrunaFerreira

Bruna Ferreira, who has family ties to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, is set to be released from ICE custody on a $1,500 bond while challenging deportation. Ferreira was arrested by ICE agents on November...

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CIA

Mexico has emerged as a significant center for Russian spies, especially after expulsions from European nations and the US following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. US officials are concerned that Russia is exploiting...

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KyriakosMitsotakis

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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ErikEsbjörnsson

Tanzania is facing a severe crisis, transforming from a tourist haven into a state where fear prevails, as described by Erik Esbjörnsson in Dagens Nyheter. President Samia Suluhu Hassan's administration has been marked...

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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump warned on Truth Social that a negative US Supreme Court decision on tariffs would be the greatest threat in history to US national security, asserting that the nation would be "financially defenseless." The...

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DonaldTrump

President Donald Trump's administration has intensified immigration enforcement and rhetoric, escalating visa revocations and implementing stricter vetting processes. Over 85,000 visas have been revoked this year,...

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JasmineCrockett

Representative Jasmine Crockett officially launched her bid for the Texas Senate seat. Her entry followed former Representative Colin Allred's withdrawal, aiming to consolidate Democratic support against Donald Trump...

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DJohnSauer

The US Supreme Court heard arguments in Trump v. Slaughter and Trump v. Cook, cases challenging presidential authority over independent federal agencies. The administration argued that a precedent protecting agency...

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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump announced his intention to sign an executive order preventing US states from individually regulating AI. Trump stated on his Truth Social network that a unified federal approach is crucial for the US to...

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ICE

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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OldBay

Weeks before Christmas, a drone delivered a package containing steak, marijuana, crab legs, cigarettes, and Old Bay seasoning into the yard of Lee Correctional Institution. Prison officials discovered the contraband,...

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KashPatel

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 following the killing of George Floyd....

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DonaldTrump

Civic freedoms are declining globally, with the USA and Italy both downgraded to an "obstructed" civic space rating by the civil society watchdog Civicus. The US has seen a "rapid authoritarian shift" following...

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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize last week at a ceremony in Washington DC. Late-night hosts Jon Stewart, Seth Meyers, and Stephen Colbert publicly mocked the former president for receiving the award....

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UrsulaVonDerLeyen

The EU has agreed to ease sustainability checks for companies, a move that will exempt 85% of businesses and significantly reduce administrative burdens. The European Commission's 'Omnibus I' simplification package is...

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