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Luigi Mangione due in court as fight continues over evidence

Luigi Mangione returned to court Monday for the first day of a pretrial hearing seeking to block prosecutors from using evidence linking him to the December 2024 killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Prosecutors played surveillance videos of the shooting and Mangione’s arrest at a Pennsylvania McDonald’s, where staff reported him to police after comparing him to released suspect photos. The defense argued that evidence, … Continue reading Luigi Mangione due in court as fight continues over evidence

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Business

Costco sues the Trump administration, seeking a refund of tariffs

Costco has sued the Trump administration, asking the Court of International Trade to declare all tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) unlawful and seek a full refund. The company argues that IEEPA does not authorize the president to impose import duties, a use of the law first attempted by Trump. The Supreme Court is currently reviewing the legality of Trump’s tariff … Continue reading Costco sues the Trump administration, seeking a refund of tariffs

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Politics

Trump’s impact is debated in Honduras, where conservatives lead the presidential vote

In Honduras’ presidential election, former Tegucigalpa Mayor Nasry Asfura and conservative candidate Salvador Nasralla were nearly tied in preliminary results, with Asfura initially holding a slight lead. Voter support for Asfura was influenced by nostalgia for better economic times under the previous National Party government and U.S. President Donald Trump’s endorsement. Trump’s comments and his promise to pardon former President Juan Orlando Hernández may have … Continue reading Trump’s impact is debated in Honduras, where conservatives lead the presidential vote

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Politics

Sen. Kelly slams Trump, calls for investigation into Caribbean strikes and for Hegseth to testify

Sen. Mark Kelly said Monday he will not be silenced by President Trump or Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth after the Department of Defense announced a review of him over alleged misconduct. The comments follow a video in which Kelly and other Democrats told U.S. service members they could refuse illegal orders. Kelly criticized Hegseth for allegedly authorizing a second strike on a Caribbean boat … Continue reading Sen. Kelly slams Trump, calls for investigation into Caribbean strikes and for Hegseth to testify

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U.S. News

Noem calls for ‘full travel ban’ on countries ‘flooding’ US with immigrants after DC attack

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced she is recommending a broad travel ban on countries she claims are sending dangerous immigrants to the U.S., following a meeting with President Trump. In a social media post, she described certain immigrants as threats to public safety and accused them of draining American resources. The announcement followed an attack on two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., by … Continue reading Noem calls for ‘full travel ban’ on countries ‘flooding’ US with immigrants after DC attack

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Politics

White House releases details of Trump’s MRI scan

The White House said Monday that President Trump underwent advanced abdominal and cardiovascular imaging in October as part of a preventative health evaluation. This came after Trump told reporters he had “no idea” what his MRI covered, only that it was not of his brain and that the results were “perfect.” A letter from his physician, Sean Barbabella, stated the imaging was routine for men … Continue reading White House releases details of Trump’s MRI scan

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Politics

White House holds high-level talks as Trump ramps up Venezuela campaign

President Donald Trump met with top national security advisers to discuss increasing pressure on Venezuela, according to a senior U.S. official. The meeting occurred as Washington intensified accusations that Venezuela is involved in drug trafficking. Trump escalated tensions by declaring Venezuelan airspace “closed in its entirety,” causing confusion in Caracas. He also confirmed speaking with President Nicolás Maduro, whom the U.S. considers illegitimate, though he … Continue reading White House holds high-level talks as Trump ramps up Venezuela campaign

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U.S. News

Brian Walshe goes on trial in death of wife who disappeared more than 2 years ago

A Massachusetts man, Brian Walshe, goes on trial Monday for the alleged murder of his wife, Ana Walshe, who disappeared on January 1, 2023, and whose body has never been recovered. Prosecutors say Walshe made online searches related to dismemberment and body disposal immediately after her disappearance and allegedly disposed of items linked to her in trash bags. Surveillance footage and recovered evidence—including a hatchet, … Continue reading Brian Walshe goes on trial in death of wife who disappeared more than 2 years ago

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Business

Black Friday sales up by 4.1% from last year, online spending jumps 9.1%

U.S. Black Friday retail sales rose 4.1% from last year, with online spending hitting $11.8 billion, up 9.1%, though inflation may mean real spending growth was closer to 1%. Consumer behavior is sharply divided: high-income shoppers continue to spend on luxury items and travel, while low- and middle-income consumers are cutting back due to rising prices and job concerns, reflecting a K-shaped economy. Higher costs … Continue reading Black Friday sales up by 4.1% from last year, online spending jumps 9.1%

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U.S. News

U.S. travelers face thousands of flight delays, hundreds of cancellations, over busy Thanksgiving weekend

Travel across the U.S. was disrupted over the holiday weekend as winter storms and mandatory software updates grounded dozens of flights. On Sunday, FlightAware reported 12,113 delays and 1,424 cancellations, with major disruptions at airports in Chicago, New York, Boston, Des Moines, Fort Lauderdale, and Detroit. A Midwest and Great Lakes snowstorm dropped up to 10 inches of snow in parts of Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, … Continue reading U.S. travelers face thousands of flight delays, hundreds of cancellations, over busy Thanksgiving weekend

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U.S. News

Luigi Mangione will appear in court as his attorneys seek to have key evidence tossed

Luigi Mangione, 27, accused of fatally shooting United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan on December 4, 2024, is set to appear in court Monday as his attorneys seek to suppress diary entries and other evidence in his state murder case. Mangione was arrested in Pennsylvania after a multi-day manhunt, with police seizing items from his backpack that prosecutors say tie him to the killing. … Continue reading Luigi Mangione will appear in court as his attorneys seek to have key evidence tossed

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Politics

Oregon Gov. Threatens to Investigate, Prosecute Federal Immigration Agents

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek threatened to investigate and prosecute federal immigration agents operating in the state, accusing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of using “violent actions” and “stoking fear” under the guise of enforcement. In an Instagram video, she said Oregon would monitor all ICE operations, investigate misconduct, and hold officers accountable if they violate state law. Kotek criticized the use of “excessive force” … Continue reading Oregon Gov. Threatens to Investigate, Prosecute Federal Immigration Agents

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U.S. News

3 killed in catamaran accident on Florida river

Three people died after a catamaran flipped over on the Caloosahatchee River in Florida on Saturday, authorities reported. The accident occurred around 4 p.m. near the Cape Coral Yacht Club, with four people aboard at the time. Three victims were recovered on Saturday, two of whom were pronounced dead, while the third was hospitalized in critical condition. On Sunday, a fourth victim, a 60-year-old who … Continue reading 3 killed in catamaran accident on Florida river

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Business

South Korean police probe massive data leak at Coupang

South Korean authorities are investigating a major data breach at e-commerce giant Coupang, which exposed the personal information of over 33 million customers, marking the country’s worst such incident in more than a decade. The breach, believed to have started on June 24, involved overseas servers and exploited authentication vulnerabilities in Coupang’s systems. While names, email addresses, phone numbers, shipping addresses, and order histories were … Continue reading South Korean police probe massive data leak at Coupang

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Business

Asia markets open December mixed as China factory activity weakens unexpectedly

Asia-Pacific markets opened mixed on Monday as investors weighed weak Chinese manufacturing data and rising expectations of a U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut later this month. China’s private manufacturing PMI fell to 49.9 in November, signaling contraction, while official data showed continued weakness in both factories and services. Hong Kong-listed firms exposed to digital assets dropped sharply after the People’s Bank of China issued warnings … Continue reading Asia markets open December mixed as China factory activity weakens unexpectedly

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World News

Pope Leo brings message of peace to Lebanon after leaving Turkey

Pope Leo XIV concluded his visit to Turkey before arriving in Lebanon to offer hope to its struggling population and support the country’s Christian community. In Turkey, he visited the Armenian Apostolic Cathedral and Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, promoting messages of peace and interfaith respect. In Lebanon, he faced a nation reeling from financial collapse, the 2020 Beirut port explosion, and ongoing tensions with Israel and … Continue reading Pope Leo brings message of peace to Lebanon after leaving Turkey

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World News

German far-right party sets up new youth wing as thousands protest

Germany’s far-right AfD launched its new youth organization, Generation Germany, on Saturday in Giessen amid protests by over 25,000 demonstrators, some of whom clashed with police. The party dissolved its previous youth group, the Young Alternative, earlier this year after it was classified as a right-wing extremist organization. Up to 5,000 police were deployed to manage the protests, using water cannons and pepper spray to … Continue reading German far-right party sets up new youth wing as thousands protest

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World News

Long-lost Rubens painting depicting crucifixion sells for $2.7M

A long-lost painting by Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens, hidden for over four centuries, sold for 2.3 million euros ($2.7 million) at a Versailles auction. The artwork, depicting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, was discovered in a private Paris townhouse and had previously been undervalued at around 10,000 euros. Experts authenticated it through the Rubenianum in Antwerp and scientific analysis of the paint layers, confirming … Continue reading Long-lost Rubens painting depicting crucifixion sells for $2.7M

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World News

11 US warships and 15,000 troops now in Caribbean as Venezuela tensions escalate

Nearly a dozen U.S. warships, including the aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford, have been deployed to the Caribbean as tensions rise between President Trump and Venezuela. The deployment includes a Marine Expeditionary Unit capable of amphibious land operations as part of Operation Southern Spear, aimed at stopping narcotics flowing from Venezuela to the U.S. Navy Secretary John Phelan said the mission is critical to … Continue reading 11 US warships and 15,000 troops now in Caribbean as Venezuela tensions escalate

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World News

Nations Call for Ukraine to End Attacks on Black Sea Oil Assets

Turkey and Kazakhstan condemned recent Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil assets in the Black Sea, warning that further strikes threaten regional energy supplies. The Turkish government criticized attacks on two Russian “shadow fleet” tankers within its exclusive economic zone, while Kazakhstan urged Ukraine to stop targeting the Caspian Pipeline Consortium’s terminal, which handles 80% of Kazakhstan’s oil exports. Ukraine said the strikes were retaliatory … Continue reading Nations Call for Ukraine to End Attacks on Black Sea Oil Assets

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Beauty influencer found dead in suitcase in forest after ex-boyfriend allegedly confesses

Austrian beauty influencer Stefanie Pieper, 31, was found dead in a suitcase in a Slovene forest after going missing following a Christmas party. Her ex-boyfriend allegedly confessed to strangling her, hiding her body, and later leading police to the site where he buried the suitcase. Neighbors reported hearing an argument and seeing the ex-boyfriend in her building the night she disappeared, Fox News has reported. … Continue reading Beauty influencer found dead in suitcase in forest after ex-boyfriend allegedly confesses

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Business

Biggest arms producers increased revenue by 5.9% last year to record level

Global arms revenues rose 5.9% in 2024, reaching a record $679 billion, driven by the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and rising military spending worldwide, according to SIPRI. U.S. and European companies accounted for most of the growth, with American firms up 3.8% and European firms up 13% amid heightened security concerns. Czech and Ukrainian defense companies saw especially sharp increases due to demand for … Continue reading Biggest arms producers increased revenue by 5.9% last year to record level

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Thousands in Philippines protest corruption, demand return of stolen funds

Thousands of Filipinos — including Roman Catholic clergy — protested Sunday, demanding swift prosecution of top officials implicated in a massive corruption scandal involving flawed or fake flood-control projects. Left-wing groups held a separate rally calling for implicated officials to resign immediately. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. deployed more than 17,000 police as he struggled to contain public outrage and secure key government areas. The military … Continue reading Thousands in Philippines protest corruption, demand return of stolen funds

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Desperate hunt for food and water as Indonesia floods death toll rises to 442

Over 400 people have died and hundreds more injured after Cyclone Senyar caused severe flooding and landslides in Indonesia, particularly on the island of Sumatra, where thousands remain cut off from aid. The rare tropical storm swept away homes and submerged thousands of buildings. Torrential rains and storms have also affected Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Sri Lanka, leaving millions impacted and contributing to more … Continue reading Desperate hunt for food and water as Indonesia floods death toll rises to 442

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Technology

China’s fleet of flying taxis and food drones in new ‘low-altitude economy’

China is rapidly developing a “low-altitude economy” centered on drones and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, with Guangdong province leading the push. Companies like EHang, DJI, SF Express’s Phoenix Wings, and XPENG are pioneering drone deliveries, sightseeing services, and flying taxis, supported by government incentives and infrastructure expansion. In 2023, low-altitude operations generated $70 billion, and projections suggest growth to $490 billion by … Continue reading China’s fleet of flying taxis and food drones in new ‘low-altitude economy’

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