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Trump trips, a fake video and 10 possible co-conspirators - Takeaways from new Epstein files
The largest release of Epstein-related documents yet from the justice department included some notable messages and several mentions of Trump.
Australia to deport British man charged with displaying Nazi symbols
The immigration minister said the man is an unwelcome "guest" in Australia.
Africa: Bushfires and African Grasslands!
[The Point] Catastrophic fires in the Amazon rainforest made global headlines, but since then NASA has noted that right now there are actually many more fires in parts of Africa than in Brazil.
Joint pain supplement recalled nationwide over lead concerns
The FDA already sent a letter to Handelnine warning the company's products were "unapproved."
Africa: New African Magazine Names Merck Foundation CEO Among 100 Most Influential Africans
[Ghanaian Times] The UK based New African Magazine has named the Chief Executive Officer of Merck Foundation, Rasha Kelej, among the 100 Most Influential Africans for 2025.
Have the American Pope and the American administration fallen out?
Why the Catholic Church and Donald Trump’s government are at odds over immigration policy.
An alleged drug cartel and a murdered witness: South Africa's police corruption probe
Allegations of graft and political interference in the police have been aired at public hearings.
Africa: Foster Scores Winner As South Africa Beat Angola At Afcon
[Nile Post] Lyle Foster was the hero as South Africa narrowly edged out Angola 2-1 in an absorbing encounter in Marrakesh as both sides opened their Group B campaign at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon).
Africa: Daka Injures Neck Celebrating Zambia Equaliser Against Mali
[Nile Post] Patson Daka landed on his neck trying to do a backflip celebration after scoring in stoppage time to secure a point for Zambia against Mali
Hyun Bin, Jung Woo-sung Crime Thriller ‘Made in Korea’ Sets Disney+ Debut
Hyun Bin and Jung Woo-sung go head-to-head in “Made in Korea,” a 1970s crime noir that launches Dec. 24 on Disney+ with a two-episode premiere. The series stars Hyun Bin (“Crash Landing on You,” “Confidential Assignment”) as Baek Kitae, an ambitious KCIA agent in 1970s South
Africa: Hosts Morocco Off to Winning Start At Africa Cup of Nations
[Namibian] Brahim Diaz and Ayoub El Kaabi scored second-half goals as hosts Morocco got their Africa Cup of Nations bid off to a winning start by beating minnows Comoros 2-0 in the tournament's opening game on Sunday.
Billionaire Louis Bacon wins defamation lawsuit against convicted sex offender Peter Nygard
Bacon and Nygard were neighbors in an exclusive gated community in the Bahamas and became embroiled in a bitter dispute over Nygard’s efforts to expand his property, which Bacon opposed.
‘Rob Reiner — Scenes From a Life’ Special on CBS News Hits 6.2 Million Viewers
The CBS News special “Rob Reiner — Scenes From a Life” hit an average of 6.2 million viewers on Sunday night. 858,000 of those viewers fell into the demographic of adults aged 25-54, according to Nielsen. The 45-minute special featured new interviews with the late filmmaker’s
Children face punishment because of unaffordable school uniforms, new poll reveals
Thousands of children are being unfairly punished and excluded from education activities because their families cannot afford expensive school uniforms, according to new research conducted by Dr. Matt Barnes, senior lecturer in sociology at City St George's, University of
Crisis in India-Bangladesh relations spirals amid violent protests
Recent deadly protests in Bangladesh are further straining Delhi's already frayed tied with Dhaka.
Wait, there was a new live-action Witcher movie? Starring Dolph Lundgren? On Netflix? In October?
Yep, there was a new live-action Witcher movie starring Dolph Lundgren on Netflix in October.
US delays announcement of China chip tariffs until 2027
The move, which preserves Mr Trump’s ability to impose the duties, seeks to dial down tensions with Beijing.
The Memo: Latest Jeffrey Epstein files hit Trump harder
President Trump is grappling with a new disclosure of Jeffrey Epstein-related material that hit him much harder than the initial batch of documents released last week. The new tranche of almost 30,000 items released late on Monday was worse for Trump in part simply because the
Illinois lawmakers gain access to Chicago-area ICE facility after pushback
A group of Illinois Democrats accessed a Chicago-area Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility after previous pushback, some of the lawmakers said on the social platform X. “@repdeliaramirez @RepDannyDavis @RepChuyGarcia and I finally were able to enter the Broadview
Republicans reticent on removal of Maduro
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Republicans reticent on removal of Maduro Republican lawmakers are divided over whether President Trump should escalate military pressure on
Australian state passes tougher gun, anti-terror laws after Bondi Beach shooting
Most individual gun licences will be capped at four firearms, while farmers will be permitted to own up to 10 guns.
Americans Don’t Seem to Enjoy Negotiating
Even when they have to pay more to avoid it The post Americans Don’t Seem to Enjoy Negotiating appeared first on Nautilus .
Comcast Extends Michael Cavanagh’s Contract Through 2029, Grants Exec Stock Worth $35 Million
Michael Cavanagh, as he’s set to assume the role of Comcast’s co-CEO on Jan. 2, extended his employment contract with the cable and media conglomerate that runs through Jan. 1, 2029. Under the terms of the agreement, Cavanagh will be entitled to an annual base salary of $2.75
Multiple injured in explosion and fire at Pennsylvania nursing home
The fire is still active and there are people trapped inside, authorities say.
Email by 'A' from 'Balmoral' asked Ghislaine Maxwell for 'inappropriate friends', Epstein files show
A newly released email sent to Ghislane Maxwell from "A" is among the latest set of Epstein files released by the US' House Committee on Oversight and Reform.
Larry Ellison risks $250B Oracle fortune with $40B pledge for son’s hostile Warner Bros. Discovery bid
Oracle founder, 81, has agreed to personally guarantee up to $40.4 billion to backstop Paramount Skydance’s all-cash bid for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Trump lauds strong GDP but pans market's reaction to it
Presented by the Bank Policy Institute — {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy PRESENTED BY THE BANK POLICY INSTITUTE The Big Story Trump lauds strong GDP but pans market's reaction to it President Trump touted the stronger-than-expected GDP report on Tuesday, which
Syria ministers meet Putin to discuss defence, economic cooperation, SANA says
Dec 23 - Syria's foreign and defence ministers met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Tuesday to discuss expanding military, political and economic cooperation, with a focus on strategic collaboration in defence industries, Syria's state news agency SANA reported.
The 20 Most Powerless People in the Art World: 2025 Edition
Hyperallergic’s annual antidote to the lists of wealthy collectors, royals, and so-called tastemakers that pervade the art media.
Explosion, fire reported at Silver Lake nursing home in Pennsylvania
Emergency crews are on the scene after an explosion and fire at a nursing home outside Philadelphia, local and state officials said Tuesday. Nexstar affiliate WPHL in Philadelphia reported that crews responded at around 2:30 p.m. EST to Silver Lake Healthcare Center, located
Bookshop’s Bestselling Nonfiction Books of 2025
For finding a good book, there is no substitute for going into your local independent bookstore and browsing what’s on the front tables, the bestsellers shelf, and the staff picks. But bookshop.org is an amalgam of online sales some of the best indie bookstores in the country
FDA approves first weight-loss GLP-1 pill
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care The Big Story Pill version of Wegovy could widen access The FDA just approved the first pill version of a blockbuster GLP-1 drug for weight loss, a move that could significantly widen access to the treatment, though
Mbeumo & Wissa 'inspiring' - Ouattara
As he competes at Afcon 2025 with Burkina Faso, Dango Ouattara says Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa inspired him to become the latest African to star for Brentford.
UN experts urge Iran to stop execution of woman activist
Zahra Tabari, 67, was sentenced to death after a trial that lasted less than 10 minutes, her family says.
Polish analyst adds fuel to rumors that The Witcher 3 will get new DLC in 2026 to set up The Witcher 4
It makes sense—and this isn't the first time we've heard these rumors.
Newly Dubbed Mario Fan Video Perfectly Lampoons AAA Gaming
A viral Unreal Engine 5 render of gritty Mario has fresh voiceover and it's the best The post Newly Dubbed Mario Fan Video Perfectly Lampoons AAA Gaming appeared first on Kotaku .
'Sophisticated' and ‘thriving in secrecy’: What’s beneath Indonesia’s underground baby trafficking trade?
Lawyers and experts say a complex web of social and economic pressures, along with a widespread lack of understanding about legal adoption procedures, has contributed to a lucrative baby trafficking trade in Indonesia.
Americans are getting locked into decade-long car loans as new vehicle prices skyrocket
The average monthly payment for a new car hit about $760 in November, as the typical new-vehicle price surged past the $50,000 mark this fall.
The Truth Physics Can No Longer Ignore. “To truly understand living systems...
The Truth Physics Can No Longer Ignore . “To truly understand living systems as self-organized, autonomous agents, physicists need to abandon their ‘just the particles, ma’am’ mentality.” 💬 Join the discussion on kottke.org →
Electronic Arts shareholders vote overwhelmingly in favor of Saudi-led takeover
The deal is still subject to regulatory approval, but that's a big hurdle cleared.
Faith Ringgold's Story Quilts Get to the Heart of Being Human
Through her creative lives as author, illustrator, painter, quilter, sculptor, and activist, Ringgold spoke to the urgency and vulnerability of life.
The Flaming Lips’ Wayne Coyne Denies Steven Drozd Was Fired: “What He Told Everyone Was A Lie”
Last week Steven Drozd unceremoniously announced that his 30-year-plus tenure with the Flaming Lips had ended , writing on Threads in a since-deleted post: "They're done with me — but we're not talking about it. So I'm moving on." A couple of days later Drozd's ex-bandmate
Barbra Streisand Celebrates Years-Long Friendship With Ariana Grande: ‘I’m Very Proud of You’
"This means so much, coming from you," Grande wrote in response to the veteran singer and actress, who first performed with her in 2019 and invited her to join a duets album earlier this year