WATCH: Trump defends reaction to Rob Reiner killing despite GOP criticism: The statement, even for Trump, was a shocking comment that came as police were still ...
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Key FactsNick Reiner Charged in Parents' Fatal Stabbing
6 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Nick Reiner faces two counts of first-degree murder with special circumstances for multiple killings involving a knife.
- He was arrested near the University of Southern California and is being held without bail following his arrest on Monday.
- The bodies of Rob and Michele Reiner were discovered in their home with stab wounds.
- Nick Reiner’s ongoing addiction struggles inspired a 2016 film co-written by him and directed by his father.
In a time when there's not a lot of courage going on, they were the kind of people who were ready to put their actions behind what they cared about.— Michelle Obama, in an interview with Jimmy Kimmel about Rob and Michele Reiner.
Holocaust survivor and 10-year-old with gentle soul among victims of Bondi Beach attack
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Key FactsDeadly Attack Strikes Hanukkah Event in Bondi Beach
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Two gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach, Sydney, killing 15 people aged between 10 and 87.
- Victims included a Holocaust survivor, a 10-year-old girl, several rabbis, and citizens from France, Slovakia, and Israel.
- More than 40 attendees were wounded in the attack, which occurred on the first day of the Jewish festival.
- The community mourns prominent victims such as Rabbi Eli Schlanger and French IT professional Dan Elkayam.
He was so proud of us ... and loved us more than life itself.— Leor Amzalak about his grandfather Tibor Weitzen, who was killed in the attack.
Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation deceptive practices over editing of his Jan. 6 speech
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Key FactsTrump Files $10B Defamation Suit Against BBC
17 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fr.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fr.de
- Donald Trump filed a $10 billion defamation lawsuit in Florida federal court against the BBC for misleading editing and violation of trade laws.
- The dispute centers on the BBC's documentary 'Trump: A Second Chance?' which edited Trump's January 6, 2021 speech to falsely imply incitement.
- BBC acknowledged the errors, leading to the resignations of its director general and news CEO, and igniting a global media responsibility debate.
- The BBC plans to contest the lawsuit, citing the documentary’s UK-only broadcast and legal challenges proving jurisdiction and reputational harm in the US.
They made me say things I never said. I guess they used AI or something.— Donald Trump explains his lawsuit against the BBC during a press briefing.
Susie Wiles, Trump's chief of staff, criticizes Bondi's handling of Epstein files in Vanity Fair interview
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Key FactsRetribution in Trump’s Political Strategy Unveiled
3 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- Susie Wiles suggested that accusations against New York Attorney General Letitia James might be acts of retribution.
- She indicated that President Trump will seize opportunities for retribution, though it is not his constant focus.
- Charges against James and former FBI Director James Comey were dismissed due to unlawful appointment of the prosecutor.
- Trump’s legal team and allies characterize these prosecutions as politically motivated revenge rather than genuine justice.
I don’t think he wakes up thinking about retribution, but when there’s an opportunity, he will go for it.— Susie Wiles, discussing President Trump's approach to retribution.
The U.S. gained 64,000 jobs in November but lost 105,000 in October as the unemployment rate rose to 4.6%
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Key FactsLabor Market Faces Headwinds Despite Job Gains
9 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
- Employers added 64,000 jobs in November, surpassing economists’ predictions despite recent labor market pressures.
- The unemployment rate increased to 4.6%, reaching its highest level since September 2021 due to more people seeking work.
- October saw a loss of 105,000 jobs, largely from a 162,000 decline in federal employment.
- Economic uncertainty and tariff concerns have caused businesses to slow hiring across multiple sectors.
Job growth has been anemic.— John C. Williams, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, in a speech Monday.
Trump will attend dignified transfer of the 2 National Guard members killed in Syria
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WATCH LIVE: Johnson and Jeffries lead unveiling civil rights activist Barbara Rose Johns statue
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Hegseth says he won't publicly release video of boat strike that killed survivors in the Caribbean
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What we know so far about the Brown University shooting suspect: Providence Police Chief Col. Oscar Perez said in a news conference Tuesday that they had ...
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Key FactsBrown University Manhunt Enters Fourth Day
in 28 min · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Two students were fatally shot in a classroom at Brown University, with eight others injured and seven hospitalized.
- Authorities released footage showing the suspect near the scene hours before the attack, wearing dark clothing and a mask.
- Over 200 tips have been submitted, and a previously detained person of interest has been cleared and released.
- Brown University has boosted security measures by doubling public safety staff and limiting building access.
Our family is incredibly devastated by this loss.— Family of Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov expressing their grief in an online fundraising post.
From the archives: FRONTLINE’s 2015 documentary “Gunned Down: The Power of the NRA” examined the National Rifle Association’s political evolution and influence ... Show more
"We Lost Two Points" | Ruben Amorim Post-Bournemouth | Press Conference 🎙️
"We Lost Two Points" | Ruben Amorim Post-Bournemouth | Press Conference 🎙️
Australian police say Bondi Beach mass shooting was terrorist attack inspired by Islamic State group
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Despite a number of Republican lawmakers denouncing his remarks, President Donald Trump continued to call actor and director Rob Reiner "deranged" ... Show more

Using rare on-the-ground access in Iran and in-depth forensic analysis, FRONTLINE, The Washington Post, Evident Media and Bellingcat conduct an immersive ... Show more

Australian leaders promise to tighten gun laws after Bondi Beach Hanukkah massacre
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President Donald Trump garnered rare backlash from members of his party on Monday for a social media post about the death of director Rob Reiner.
In it ... Show more

Zelenskyy says U.S.-negotiated proposals to end the war in Ukraine could be presented to Russia within days
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Rob Reiner, the son of a legendary comedic actor who earned acclaim in his own right as the director of some of the most notable movies of the late 20th ... Show more

An MIT professor was shot at home. Authorities say no suspect is in custody: Nuno F.G. Loureiro, 47, died at a local hospital on Tuesday morning after the Monday ...
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Colosseum subway station, with displays of unearthed artifacts, opens in Rome: Rome has opened two subway stations. One is deep beneath the Colosseum that mixes ...
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EU plans to ease 2035 ban on internal combustion cars as auto industry seeks flexibility
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Trump posted about the Brown shooting and Reiner killing before details were known, echoing others with confirm-the-facts-later approach
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Comedy giant Rob Reiner and wife Michele found dead: Reiner became one of the preeminent filmmakers of his generation with movies such as “The Princess Bride ...
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U.S. Army names 2 Iowa National Guard members killed in attack in Syria: Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered all flags in Iowa to fly at half-staff in their honor ...
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The Rise of RFK Jr., Part 3: A Movement Finds Its Moment | FRONTLINE | PBS | Official Site | Documentary Series
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WATCH LIVE: Vance delivers remarks in Allentown, Pa., touting Trump's economic agenda
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More residents told to evacuate after second levee breaches south of Seattle: Police in the city of Pacific urged people in the evacuation area near the White ...
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Former Trump aides appear in Wisconsin court over 2020 fake elector scheme charges
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‘He has suffered enough,’ Jimmy Lai’s daughter says after his conviction in Hong Kong
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Key FactsJimmy Lai Guilty in Defining Hong Kong Security Case
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Jimmy Lai, aged 78 and founder of the pro-democracy Apple Daily, was convicted of two national security offenses plus a lesser sedition charge.
- The verdict concludes a highly scrutinized trial reflecting Beijing’s tightening grip on Hong Kong’s freedoms, drawing international condemnation.
- Judges identified Lai as the mastermind behind conspiracies to overthrow the Chinese Communist Party, citing evidence including meetings with US officials and activist communications.
- Concerns regarding Lai’s health persist due to his diabetes and prolonged solitary confinement, as sentencing awaits following the guilty verdict.
Mr. President, you’re the only one who can save us. If you save us, you can stop China’s aggressions. You can also save the world.— Jimmy Lai, in an interview with CNN in 2020, addressing Donald Trump.
Trump policies upend years-long paths to citizenship for some immigrants: The naturalization ceremony is the final step of a lengthy, often years-long legal ...
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With the clock ticking, lawmakers have not come to an agreement on whether to extend enhanced subsidies under the Affordable Care Act ... Show more

The idea that sugar makes children hyperactive is a myth, epidemiologist Gideon Meyerowitz-Katz says.
"We have known since the ’90s that if you give ... Show more

Students, community frustrated with official response after Brown University shooting
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What was your favorite book this year?
We invited two of our favorite readers and recommenders — Maureen Corrigan, a professor at Georgetown University and ... Show more

Trial begins for Wisconsin judge charged with helping man evade immigration agents
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Additional police sent to Providence schools to calm fears with the Brown University shooter still loose
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How Rob Reiner is being remembered: Here’s a look at some notable reactions to Reiner’s death.
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Sen. Ruben Gallego emerges as key Democrat in Latino voter outreach: The Arizona Democrat has been active in New Jersey, Virginia and Florida ...
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DOJ and California go to court over new congressional map designed to favor Democrats
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Shock and grief matched by anger after antisemitic attack in Australia: The massacre at a Hanukkah gathering at Sydney's iconic Bondi Beach killed 15 people this ...
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A look at the 10 largest U.S. lottery jackpots ever won: The U.S. has seen more than a dozen lottery jackpot prizes exceed $1 billion since 2016.
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Is the 30% rule for rent still relevant? Here’s what experts think: For most "everyday people," the 30% rule remains useful, but it comes with several ...
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U.S. service members perform ‘Rock of Ages’ for Hanukkah: It's a News Hour tradition to ask members of the armed forces to record a holiday song ...
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Zelenskyy offers to drop NATO bid in exchange for security guarantees, refuses to cede land
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Ultra-conservative wins Chile election, will be most right-wing president since dictatorship
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Key FactsKast's Victory Signals Chile's Sharp Political Shift
1 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Jose Antonio Kast secured a decisive 58% win over leftist Jeannette Jara in Chile’s presidential runoff.
- The campaign was dominated by concerns over rising crime rates and immigration issues.
- Kast proposes strict policies including border walls, military deployment in high-crime zones, and deportation of illegal migrants.
- He faces potential opposition in a split legislature that may block some of his more radical policy plans.
Without security, there is no peace. Without peace, there is no democracy, and without democracy there is no freedom, and Chile will return to be free of crime, anxiety and fear.— Jose Antonio Kast, in his victory speech after winning the presidential election in Chile.
Federal authorities arrest 4 suspected extremists in New Year's Eve bombing plot across Southern California
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"Slop," defined as "digital content of low quality that is produced usually in quantity by means of artificial intelligence ... Show more
Comedy legend Dick Van Dyke celebrated his 100th birthday Saturday. Beginning in the 1960s, Van Dyke starred in television's seminal sitcom "The Dick Van ... Show more

Interstellar comet 3I/Atlas will make closest approach to Earth on Friday: Discovered over the summer, the comet known as 3I/Atlas will pass within 167 million ...
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Iran's currency plummets to new low, sparking fears of higher food prices: The depreciation is worsening inflation, driving up prices for essentials and ...
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Hamas confirms death of a top commander in Gaza after Israeli airstrike: The Hamas statement described Raed Saad as the commander of its military manufacturing ...
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Key FactsTop Hamas Commander Killed in Gaza Strike
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cbsnews.com
- Israel’s military announced the killing of Raed Saad, a senior Hamas leader involved in the October 7, 2023 assault.
- The strike followed an explosion that injured two Israeli soldiers in southern Gaza.
- Hamas did not confirm Saad’s death and condemned the attack as a ceasefire violation, while Israel defended its right to target militants.
- At least 386 Palestinians have died in Israeli strikes since the ceasefire, with Gaza facing severe humanitarian challenges.
Hamas has been blatantly violating the ceasefire agreement and is failing to uphold its obligations.— An official from the Israel Defense Forces commented on the ongoing conflicts and Hamas's violations of the ceasefire.
On turning 100, comedy legend Dick Van Dyke says: 'You want to live more, which I plan to'
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Key FactsDick Van Dyke: A Century of Laughter and Legacy
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
- Dick Van Dyke celebrated his 100th birthday on December 13, 2025, an achievement reached by only 0.02% of the US population.
- His extensive career spans seven decades, including starring roles on Diagnosis Murder and the classic Mary Poppins.
- Van Dyke’s portrayal of Bert the chimney sweep remains beloved despite widespread critique of his Cockney accent.
- He credits his longevity to quitting smoking and drinking and embraces death without fear after a fulfilling life.
I've always thought that anger is one thing that eats up a person's insides — and hate. And I never really was able to work up a feeling of hate. I think that is one of the chief things that kept me going.— Dick Van Dyke reflecting on the importance of not harboring hate and how it has contributed to his longevity.
Chargers eliminate Chiefs from playoff contention, first time they'll miss postseason since 2014
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Militant groups are experimenting with AI, and the risks are expected to grow: The Islamic State group and other militant organizations are experimenting with ...
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Pope criticizes overcrowding in prisons during special Mass for detainees, guards and families
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Brown University student says there’s still ‘fear in the air’ as hunt for gunman continues
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Latest talks between Ukraine and U.S. yield 'progress' as Trump seeks swift peace
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Police in Providence, Rhode Island, released new video of a person of interest as the hunt continues for the gunman behind a shooting in a lecture hall at ... Show more

What to know about the trial of Jimmy Lai, former Hong Kong media mogul: A Hong Kong court convicted pro-democracy former media mogul Jimmy Lai of conspiracies ...
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Dog with prosthetic paws inspires Ukrainian veterans recovering from wounds of war
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New book ‘Dirtbag Billionaire’ tells story of Patagonia’s unconventional founder: Surveys consistently rank Patagonia as one of the most reputable brands in ...
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Attack on Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach follows rising antisemitism in Australia
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Newly released photos are offering a closer look at the influential and wealthy people who spent time with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein ... Show more

Two gunmen opened fire Sunday evening on a Hanukkah celebration at Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach, sending crowds fleeing for safety. At least 16 people are dead ... Show more

In Providence, Rhode Island, two Brown University students were killed and nine others wounded in a shooting on Saturday in a classroom where a review session ... Show more

Russia and Ukraine trade attacks as U.S. and European officials prepare to resume peace talks
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Key FactsAdvancing Peace and Security in Ukraine Conflict
11 hours ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: focus.de
- US President Trump expressed optimism about a peace deal with Ukraine following extensive discussions with European leaders in Berlin.
- The United States offered security guarantees akin to NATO's mutual defense, but disagreements remain on Ukraine’s territorial concessions to Russia.
- Europe is advocating a multinational force supported by the US to enforce a ceasefire, which Russia has firmly rejected.
- The joint statement commits to strong security guarantees, economic reconstruction support, and backing Ukraine’s EU membership aspirations.
I think we are now closer than ever before— U.S. President Donald Trump expressed optimism about the possibility of a peace agreement following the negotiations in Berlin.
WATCH: Trump addresses deadly attacks in Syria, Australia and Rhode Island at Christmas reception
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2 U.S. service members, 1 civilian killed in ambush in Syria, Central Command says
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Key FactsDeadly Attack Hits US Convoy in Central Syria
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- Two US soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in an assault on a convoy in Palmyra, central Syria.
- The attacker, linked to Syrian security forces, was neutralized by partner forces on the scene.
- The incident occurred despite Syrian warnings about potential ISIS threats in the area.
- US officials condemned the attack and reaffirmed commitment to counterterrorism alongside Syrian allies.
We mourn the loss of three brave U.S. service members and civilian personnel and wish a speedy recovery to the Syrian troops wounded in the attack.— Tom Barrack, U.S. ambassador to Turkey and special envoy to Syria, condemned the attack.
Providence community reels from deadly shooting and lockdown at Brown University: In Providence, Rhode Island, two Brown University students were killed and nine ...
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A new investigation details the political maneuvers that led to the release of Andrew and Tristan Tate, right-wing influencers charged with rape ... Show more

Sign language services 'intrude' on Trump's ability to control his image, administration says
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What we know about the Epstein photos released by Democrats: Newly released photos are offering a closer look at the influential and wealthy people who spent ...
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Key FactsEpstein Photos Reveal Trump Among Powerful Figures
4 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The House Oversight Committee released 19 new images from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, featuring Donald Trump in three of them.
- Photos depict Trump alongside women and Epstein, with victims' faces redacted for privacy protection.
- Democrats assert the images raise concerns about Epstein’s ties to influential men and demand full disclosure of all files.
- The Justice Department is set to publish unclassified Epstein documents by December 19, following a recently enacted law.
These disturbing photos raise even more questions about Epstein and his relationships with some of the most powerful men in the world.— Representative Robert Garcia of California, the top Democrat on the oversight committee.
Italian cuisine gained a new honor this week when it became the first gastronomic style to be recognized as “intangible cultural heritage” by UNESCO ... Show more

Displaced Palestinians struggle with cold, malnutrition in Gaza months after ceasefire
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Preservationists sue Trump for ballroom project reviews and congressional approval
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Key FactsCourt Halts Trump’s White House Ballroom Construction
4 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thedailybeast.com
- A preservation group sued Trump for demolishing the White House East Wing without legally mandated reviews.
- The new 90,000-square-foot ballroom will host up to 1,000 guests and is funded by Trump and billionaire donors.
- The lawsuit cites violations of federal administrative and environmental laws and lack of congressional approval.
- The White House insists no permits were needed and appointed Trump aides to the planning commission overseeing federal projects.
The White House is arguably the most evocative building in our country and a globally recognized symbol of our powerful American ideals.— Carol Quillen, president and chief executive of the National Trust, discussing the significance of the White House and the need for project review.
New York Times columnist David Brooks and Jonathan Capehart of MS NOW joined PBS News Hour's Amna Nawaz on Friday to discuss the week in politics ... Show more

Belarus frees prominent political prisoners as U.S. lifts sanctions on country's potash exports
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Key FactsBelarus Releases 123 Prisoners as US Ends Potash Sanctions
3 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: aljazeera.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: aljazeera.com
- Belarus freed 123 detainees including Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski and opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova following US sanctions relief.
- The United States lifted sanctions on Belarusian potash after discussions with President Lukashenko in Minsk.
- This prisoner release is the largest since talks began under the Trump administration, signaling improved ties with Western countries.
- Released individuals will receive medical care, with some Belarusian prisoners offered transfer to Poland or Lithuania amid ongoing uncertainty.
She told me she is very happy to be freed, that she is thankful to the USA and Trump for their efforts in leading the process, and to all countries involved.— Tatsiana Khomich, sister of Maria Kolesnikova, about a phone call with Kolesnikova after her release.
How tariffs on China are making the holiday season less merry for shoppers: This year it might not be the Grinch who threatens to steal Christmas, but tariffs ...
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At least 2 people killed, 8 injured in shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island
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Why is the racial maternal mortality gap wider in New York City than in Alabama?
"Where there is great wealth, there is often great inequality ... Show more
