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Trump orders strikes on ISIS in Nigeria - US says 'powerful and deadly' attack

President Trump ordered US forces to strike Islamic State affiliates in northwest Nigeria on Christmas night, calling the operation "powerful and deadly" and citing attacks on Christians; the strikes drew regional responses and released US footage of the launch.

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61 million tons - Estimated debris choking Gaza after sustained fighting

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"MERRY CHRISTMAS to all, including the many Sleazebags who loved Jeffrey Epstein" — President Donald Trump

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US launches strikes on ISIS targets in northwest Nigeria

The United States carried out targeted strikes against ISIS-affiliated militants in northwest Nigeria and released footage of the launch. Nigerian authorities and officials responded, and the strikes triggered broad regional and diplomatic reactions.

Zelensky poised to fly to Mar­a­lago for crunch talks with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and President Trump are set to meet at Mar‑a‑Lago as negotiators pursue a US‑backed peace plan; multiple confirmations and scheduling reports indicate an expedited summit.

Kyiv says Storm Shadow strike hit major Russian oil refinery

Front‑line developments in the Russia‑Ukraine war include major Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, reports of heavy Russian drone strikes, and fighting around Kupyansk with Russian forces reportedly strained.

North Korea touts 8,700‑ton nuclear sub as deterrence shift

North Korea showcased a large nuclear‑powered submarine and ordered stepped‑up missile production, signaling a major push in strategic capabilities and an intensified deterrence posture on the peninsula.

Japan cabinet approves record defense budget to deter China

Tokyo approved its largest defense package as regional tensions with Beijing rise, increasing strike capabilities and coastal defenses in a record budget for FY planning amid wider Asian security shifts.

Photos show Chinese cargo ship fitted with containerized missile launchers

Beijing and China‑linked activity escalate: photos show a cargo ship modified with containerized launchers, Beijing sanctioned US defense firms, and analysts mapped China’s expanding missile silo fields — raising strategic concerns.

Netanyahu’s Mar­a­lago visit called 'crucial' for Gaza deal

High‑level Israel diplomacy and Gaza policy dominated the holiday: Netanyahu’s planned Mar‑a‑Lago meeting with Trump, a sweeping Israeli arms‑industry investment plan, and reporting on Gaza’s environmental and social collapse highlight the stakes.

DoJ finds over one million additional Epstein documents

The Department of Justice disclosed a massive new trove of Epstein‑related files, prompting renewed scrutiny, multiple related document dumps and fresh questions about additional co‑conspirators and investigations.

Trump administration ramps up efforts to revoke citizenship of foreign‑born US citizens

The Trump administration’s major foreign‑policy and legal moves prompted bipartisan concern: efforts to revoke citizenship of foreign‑born Americans, recalling career diplomats, and a strong Supreme Court record that shapes policy implementation.

Aluminum salts in vaccines emerge as likely target of federal scrutiny

Health policy under HHS and Health Secretary RFK Jr. became a flashpoint: federal scrutiny of vaccine additives, proposed restrictions on transgender care, and a wave of state lawsuits challenging HHS actions.

Analysis: Trump’s mass deportations will only grow from here

The administration’s immigration and deportation policy accelerated: mass‑deportation plans, incentives for voluntary departures, and the end of long‑standing protections such as TPS risk forcing thousands to leave the US.

White House orders US forces to focus on 'quarantine' of Venezuelan oil

Washington expanded pressure on Venezuela and maritime enforcement: the White House ordered a temporary 'quarantine' of Venezuelan oil, tracked sanctioned tankers, and Venezuela released political prisoners in a gesture tied to diplomacy.

US judge blocks detention of British anti‑disinformation campaigner

A federal judge temporarily blocked the Biden administration from detaining or deporting a British anti‑disinformation campaigner, generating legal and diplomatic fallout tied to free‑speech and foreign policy disputes.

Turkey detains dozens of ISIS suspects ahead of Christmas and New Year

Turkish authorities conducted nationwide raids and detained scores of suspected ISIS operatives accused of plotting attacks during Christmas and New Year events, part of a wider regional counterterror push.

California Christmas storm emergency declared as mudslides engulf homes

Southern California was hit by record holiday rains that triggered mudslides, evacuations and multiple fatalities; rescue operations and emergency declarations continue as after‑effects worsen in mountain and coastal communities.

Fast‑moving snowstorm could dump up to 10 inches on New York City

A fast‑moving winter storm threatened the Northeast and NYC with heavy snow and hazardous travel during the post‑holiday return period, prompting winter‑storm watches and travel advisories across the region.

China’s offshore yuan breaks major benchmark as appreciation builds

Global markets saw commodity and currency moves: China’s offshore yuan strengthened past a key threshold while precious metals surged to record highs as investors sought safe havens amid economic uncertainty.

As AI companies borrow billions debt investors grow wary

AI and tech finance trends: investors poured vast capital into AI, driving massive wealth gains for tech billionaires while debt markets grew cautious; data‑centre buildouts in India attracted major US firm investments.

Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak convicted in 1MDB corruption trial

Malaysia's long‑running 1MDB scandal produced another major court outcome as former prime minister Najib Razak faced guilty verdicts in high‑profile trials tied to corruption and abuse of power.

Death toll in UPS cargo plane crash rises to 15

Fatalities from the UPS cargo plane crash in Louisville continued to climb as the investigation progressed, raising fresh safety and regulatory questions after the Nov. 4 takeoff failure.

China launches several $7B+ VC funds to back hard‑technology startups

China’s state media and financial authorities moved to accelerate strategic tech investments via large VC funds to back early‑stage hard‑technology startups as Beijing seeks tech self‑reliance.

Palestinian economy faces critical downturn amid fiscal and access crisis

Gaza’s humanitarian collapse deepened: the Palestinian economy plunged, healthcare infrastructure was devastated, and medical professionals continued working amid ruins as the humanitarian toll mounted.

Economic fear dampens holiday cheer as Americans pull back

Economic indicators and household pressures dominated domestic headlines: holiday spending, affordability anxieties, uneven hiring despite growth, and housing market outlooks shaped voter concerns for 2026.

James Webb captures Milky Way’s largest star‑forming cloud

Science and aviation saw notable breakthroughs: Webb Telescope imagery mapped the galaxy’s largest star‑forming cloud, an automated autoland system performed a real emergency landing, and quantum computing progress drew industry attention.

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"Merry Christmas to all, including the many Sleazebags who loved Jeffrey Epstein, gave him bundles of money, went to his Island, attended his parties, and thought he was the greatest guy on earth, only to “drop him like a dog” when things got too HOT, falsely claimed they had nothing to do with him, didn’t know him, said he was a…"