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Trump declares blockade on Venezuelan oil tankers - Caribbean alarmed

President Trump ordered a blockade aimed at Venezuelan oil shipments and demanded the return of seized U.S. oil assets, prompting regional alarm and diplomatic pushback as tankers divert and governments assess legal and security risks.

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2.7% - U.S. annual inflation rate for November

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"Who’s Gonna Stop You?" — Donald Trump

SPX 6,794 ↑ 1.08% Dow 48,091 ↑ 0.43% Nasdaq 23,088 ↑ 1.74% Gold 4,372 ↓ 0.05% BTC 86,489 ↑ 0.34%

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Greg Biffle Private Jet Crashes - Multiple Feared Dead

A business jet linked to high-profile figures crashed while attempting to land at Statesville Regional Airport in North Carolina. Multiple reports describe a fiery impact and feared fatalities as local authorities and the FAA open investigations.

CPI slows to 2.7%... Markets react

November's Consumer Price Index came in cooler than expected and markets rallied. Tech chip maker Micron reported strong results that boosted AI memory optimism and lifted stocks after the CPI release.

RFK Jr moves to restrict gender affirming care for minors

The Department of Health and Human Services rolled out sweeping proposals aimed at ending or cutting federal support for gender affirming care for minors. Secretary RFK Jr and allied officials framed the actions as regulatory steps to restrict pediatric transition procedures.

Truth Social parent to merge with fusion firm in $6B deal

Trump Media & Technology Group agreed to combine with fusion power firm TAE Technologies in a multibillion dollar all stock deal. The merger positions the social media company into energy and AI power projects and drew investor attention.

Trump declares blockade on Venezuelan oil tankers - Caribbean alarmed

President Trump announced a blockade targeting Venezuelan oil assets and demanded the return of seized U.S. properties, prompting regional unease. The moves have heightened diplomatic tensions and raised concerns about economic fallout in Venezuela.

US approves $11 billion arms sale to Taiwan

The State Department approved a major arms package for Taiwan valued at roughly $10–11 billion, including missiles and drones. Beijing denounced the sale and framed its response as an information and diplomatic offensive.

Seven arrested near Bondi Beach in counterterror raids

Australian police mounted a series of counterterror operations days after the Bondi Beach massacre. Authorities made arrests and detained suspects while the nation mourned victims including a child, and investigators pursued links to wider plots.

Providence police chief cannot confirm number of students during Brown shooting

Investigators face questions after a deadly campus shooting at Brown University. Officials struggled to account for security footage and classroom occupancy as police release new evidence and press briefings grow tense.

Rob and Michele Reiner found dead in Brentwood home

The deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife have prompted a criminal investigation and public scrutiny of the suspect's history. New timelines and medical examiner reports have added clarity to the case as investigators pursue motive and evidence.

House Democrats publish Epstein photos showing 'Lolita' quotes on victims

House Oversight Democrats released fresh images and documents from Jeffrey Epstein's estate as the Justice Department faces a looming deadline for a wider files release. The disclosures continue to fuel political and legal scrutiny.

Trump administration to ramp up denaturalizations for fraud

The Trump administration signaled an intensified push to strip naturalized citizens suspected of immigration fraud of their U.S. citizenship. USCIS and DOJ guidance aims to escalate denaturalization cases nationwide.

US and Russian officials to meet in Miami for Ukraine talks

U.S. and Russian officials agreed to meet in Miami this weekend to discuss a proposed plan to end the war in Ukraine. The contacts include Kremlin envoys and U.S. intermediaries as diplomatic channels open amid European deliberations over funding Kyiv.

EU leaders debate using frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine

European leaders debated a controversial plan to use hundreds of billions in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's war effort. The talks exposed divisions over legal risks and guarantees for countries worried about Russian retaliation.

Israel strikes Hezbollah positions in Lebanon ahead of disarm deadline

Israel intensified airstrikes in Lebanon as a deadline loomed for Hezbollah to disarm. The mounting strikes heightened regional tensions and raised fears of broader escalation along the Israel Lebanon frontier.

Renowned MIT physicist shot dead at Brookline home

An acclaimed MIT physicist working on fusion research was shot dead at his Brookline home. Israeli officials are reportedly probing whether an Iranian operative was involved, and investigators are treating the killing as a potential targeted assassination.

Trump delivers primetime address to nation

President Trump delivered a primetime address touting his record and announced a holiday bonus for service members. The White House also installed critical plaques targeting previous presidents, drawing wide political reaction.

US imposes sanctions on ICC judges over Israel prosecutions

Washington imposed fresh sanctions on International Criminal Court judges over probe actions related to Israel. The moves are the latest escalation between the U.S. and the ICC and sparked diplomatic criticism.

Starlink loses communication with one satellite

Space sector news ranged from a Starlink satellite anomaly to retrospective coverage of SpaceX's decade old milestone. SpaceX and satellite operators face heightened scrutiny as critical infrastructure events unfold.

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino to resign in January

FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino announced he will step down in January after a controversial tenure that drew political attention. His resignation marks a major leadership change at the bureau.

Bank of England cuts interest rate to 3.75%

The Bank of England cut interest rates to 3.75 percent and Governor Andrew Bailey said he was encouraged by faster than expected disinflation. The move signals easing pressure on British borrowers ahead of 2026.

US strikes alleged narco boat in eastern Pacific killing four

The U.S. military reported strikes on maritime drug trafficking targets in the eastern Pacific as part of an expanded campaign. Officials said multiple suspected smugglers were killed and operations will continue against narco terror networks.

House passes GOP health bill aimed at lowering costs

The House moved forward on major domestic policy changes as Republicans passed a healthcare bill they say will cut costs while also approving a nationwide ban on surgical gender procedures for minors. Both measures set up fights in the Senate.

US government admits fault in DCA midair collision and agrees to compensation

The U.S. Justice Department acknowledged federal errors in a prior midair collision investigation and agreed to compensation for victims. Officials admitted liability for the deadly January collision that killed dozens.

Israel approves $37 billion gas deal with Egypt

Israel and Egypt finalized major natural gas agreements worth tens of billions as energy diplomacy advanced despite regional tensions. The deals aim to expand exports and strategic energy ties between the countries.

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