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What to Do on New Year’s Eve
Few harbingers are more promising than the Swedish singer and producer Robyn. A sonic palate cleanser, she always seems to appear when we…
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Under Kash Patel, “FBI” Means Foolish, Belligerent, and Incompetent
From J. Edgar Hoover authorizing extensive surveillance of Martin Luther King, Jr. to James Comey relaunching a misguided investigation of…
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Karoline Leavitt Is Fascism’s Lead Mouthpiece
In her debut briefing as White House press secretary, Karoline Leavitt already had her hands full. President Trump had signed an executive…
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Marco Rubio Is Not the Adult in the Room. He’s the Warmonger.
Early this year, having lost their majority in the November election, Senate Democrats put up a fight over a number of President Trump’s…
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Germany's transport minister dampens hopes for cheaper flight tickets
Germany's Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder has warned that a planned reduction in the country's air travel ticket taxwill not…
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Singapore stocks flat; latest factory output data posts solid growth
Singapore stocks ended flat on Friday (Dec 26), even as the latest factory output data pointed to continued strength in manufacturing…
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Sheng Siong awards long-serving staff members with gold coins
In recognition of their loyalty, local supermarket chain Sheng Siong has awarded its long-serving employees with gold coins. Sheng Siong…
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UAE welcomes Saudi efforts to support security in Yemen amid STC advance
The United Arab Emirates has welcomed Saudi Arabian efforts to support security and stability in Yemen and remains committed to backing…
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BOJ cuts monthly bond purchase amount by 400 billion yen
The Bank of Japan on Friday (Dec 26) announced a 400 billion yen (S$3.28 billion) reduction in its monthly bond purchases, continuing its…
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Thai rice exports may fall as much as 12.5% in 2026 as baht bites
Thailand’s rice exports are projected to fall to 7 million metric tons next year from up to 8 million in 2025, with the strong baht making…
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Palestinian economy faces critical downturn amid escalating fiscal crisis
Ramallah, occupied West Bank – The Palestinian economy is undergoing a severe downturn, driven by Israel’s continued assault on Gaza,…
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Girl 6, tells parents she hates her name—so they take drastic action
Two parents from Michigan are going viral for their 6-year-old's special and unique birthday present. Amanda, 33, (@amandabids) shared in…
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IDF, police conduct operation against criminal, terror operatives in Kafr Aqab, northern Jerusalem
IDF and police officers carried out a large operation in Kafr Aqab, seizing weapons and stolen vehicles, arresting suspects, and…
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Russian forces near collapse in Kupyansk as Moscow allies concede city lost: report
Russian forces appear close to being pushed out of the northeastern Ukrainian city of Kupyansk, with only a small number of isolated…
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Australian prime minister announces national bravery honors after antisemitic terror attack
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Thursday his government plans to establish a national bravery award to recognize the…
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Should a top Russian archaeologist face trial for digging in occupied Crimea?
A Russian archaeologist detained in Poland is at the centre of an intense debate over the role of museums and experts and the role they…
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A Mountainous Park In Canada Boasts Three Glacial Lakes With Mesmerizing, Blue Water
Looking for an unforgettable adventure in the Canadian wilderness? Joffre Lakes is one of the top reasons why British Columbia (BC) should…
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Sembcorp acquires Indian solar power project for S$246 million
The company’s gross renewable energy capacity installed and under development in India has now climbed to over 7.6 GW Sembcorp Industries…
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'If you tell anyone, I'll kill you': Gaza hostage Romi Gonen recounts sexual abuse during captivity
Former Gaza hostage Romi Gonen shares her harrowing story of sexual abuse and survival in Hamas captivity during an emotional interview on…
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Bentley Flying Spur Speed Sets Winter Lap Record on Arctic Ice Circuit
Bentley has added another unconventional performance milestone to its history after the Flying Spur Speed set a new winter lap record at…
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Trump announces U.S. strikes on Islamists in Nigeria
The U.S. struck at Islamic State targets in Nigeria on Christmas Day, President Trump posted on social media Thursday evening. Source link
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Israeli civilian shoots at smugglers in southern Israel, leaves one dead
The incident is under review, and the civilian's conduct is also being reviewed by a joint inquiry team from the Military Police and the…
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'South Park' writer purchases Trump-Kennedy Center web addresses, plans parody sites
If the newly renamed Trump-Kennedy Center hoped to snag a website that reflects that disputed name change, a comedian beat them to it --…
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Putin critic gets six years in penal colony, vows hunger strike
A left-wing critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Sergei Udaltsov, was sentenced to six years in a penal colony and convicted of…