🇺🇸 DeSantis Could Replace Hegseth as Trump’s Defense Nominee
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis may replace Pete Hegseth as Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, The Wall Street Journal reports. The move is prompted by allegations of misconduct against Hegseth, including sexual harassment and financial improprieties.
DeSantis’ military background and legislative experience make him a top contender, with Trump expected to finalize his decision soon.
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⚡️ Illegal Immigration Costs U.S. $150.7 Billion Annually, DOGE Reports
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, has revealed that illegal immigration cost the U.S. $150.7 billion in 2023.
Referencing Norwich University research, DOGE compared this expenditure to historical benchmarks, including $334 billion (adjusted for inflation) spent on World War I, $257 billion on the Apollo space program, $30 billion on the Manhattan Project, $15.2 billion on the Panama Canal, and $1 billion on the Hoover Dam.
DOGE emphasized that all figures account for inflation, highlighting the immense financial burden.
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🇺🇸 U.S. to Invest in Africa's Post-Disaster Recovery and Infrastructure
President Joe Biden, on an official trip to Angola, announced $1 billion in funding for African nations impacted by natural disasters. These funds will prioritize rebuilding homes and transport systems.
In addition, $3 billion will be allocated for the reconstruction of a railway connecting Zambia, Congo, and Angola. This initiative is designed to secure U.S. access to critical minerals vital for green technologies, challenging China’s established dominance in African resource development.
Biden highlighted the significance of Africa in shaping the global future, noting that by 2050, every fourth person on Earth will be African.
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🗿 CAR Honors Wagner Leader with Monument
A monument commemorating Yevgeny Prigozhin and Dmitry Utkin has been inaugurated in Bangui, Central African Republic (CAR). Wagner Group mercenaries, invited by CAR in 2018 to combat rebel forces, have played a significant role in the nation’s security and mining industries.
Despite controversies surrounding Wagner’s operations, President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has defended their presence, citing improved stability in the country.
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⚡️Finland: Damaged Fibre-Optic Cables Not Sabotage
Traficom, Finland’s transport agency, confirmed that damaged fibre-optic cables between Finland and Sweden were severed during construction work, not due to sabotage as initially speculated by Swedish authorities.
Around 6,000 Finnish households were impacted, though no Swedish users experienced outages.
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🇺🇸LinkedIn Co-Founder Considering Relocation Over Trump Fears
Reid Hoffman, billionaire and LinkedIn co-founder, is reportedly contemplating leaving the United States following Donald Trump’s presidential election victory. According to insiders, Hoffman fears potential retaliation from Trump against his political opponents.
Hoffman had been a vocal supporter of Kamala Harris during the recent presidential campaign, contributing at least $10 million to her efforts. He is also rumored to have financed E. Jean Carroll's lawsuit against Trump, in which the former president was found liable for sexual assault and ordered to pay $90 million in damages.
Sources suggest Hoffman is deeply concerned about Trump leveraging his power to target those he perceives as political adversaries.
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🇺🇸Trump Condemns Biden's Pardon of Hunter
Donald Trump has called President Joe Biden's decision to pardon his son, Hunter Biden, "a disgrace to justice." Reacting to the news, the president-elect questioned whether the pardon would extend to individuals charged over the events of January 6.
Trump's spokesperson, Steven Cheung, criticized the justice system under Democratic control, accusing it of being weaponized for political purposes, and pledged reforms under the Trump administration.
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⚡️ Macron’s Government on Brink of Collapse
Prime Minister Michel Barnier is likely to fall after a parliamentary vote on Wednesday, leaving France in political limbo. Lacking a parliamentary majority, Barnier failed to pass a coherent budget amid opposition from both the left and Marine Le Pen’s right.
With no elections possible until July, President Macron is expected to face increasing pressure as France navigates another prolonged period of uncertainty.
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⚡️ Pentagon Prioritizes Ukraine Ahead of Leadership Transition
As Donald Trump prepares to take office, the Biden administration has ramped up its military support for Ukraine. The latest $725 million package ensures Ukraine remains fortified with essential weaponry, including HIMARS ammunition and anti-aircraft Stinger missiles.
National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan stated the administration’s goal is to "place Ukraine in the strongest possible position on the battlefield and at the negotiation table."
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🍾Stalemate at UN Plastic Treaty Talks
Negotiations at the UN Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5) in Busan, South Korea, aimed at curbing plastic pollution, ended without agreement.
Over 100 nations supported capping plastic production, but opposition from oil-producing countries like Saudi Arabia stalled progress. Talks will resume at INC-5.2.
Delegates warned that delays exacerbate the global plastic crisis, with production projected to triple by 2050.
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Democrat Suggests Four U.S. States Could Join Canada to Escape Trump – Newsweek
Liz Krueger, the Chair of the Finance Committee in the New York State Senate, has suggested that New York, along with Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Vermont, could break away from the U.S. and join Canada to avoid Donald Trump’s potential presidency.
According to Krueger, these states risk facing adverse effects from Trump’s administration, including his plans for widespread deportations.
She also warned that states like New York might experience cuts in federal funding if they oppose Trump’s new policies.
Krueger said she is considering formally proposing that Canada accept the states as a new province, sparing New Yorkers and residents of other states from the need to cross the border illegally:
Instead of trying to sneak across the border at night, which is quite difficult for our population size, I think we should ask Canada to make us their newest southeastern province.
⚡️ Aleppo's Shift in Power: Syrian and Russian Airstrikes Intensify
Syrian and Russian jets launched intensified strikes on opposition forces in Aleppo and surrounding provinces after rebels captured large swathes of territory, including the city’s airport and key military sites.
The rebel coalition, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and Turkish-backed factions, now controls much of Aleppo and Idlib provinces. The Syrian regime vowed to retaliate, while airstrikes targeted both rebel positions and civilian areas.
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🇺🇦 Zelensky Signals Openness to U.S. Peace Proposals Under Trump
President Zelensky expressed willingness to engage with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s potential plans for Ukraine, including a possible ceasefire tied to peace negotiations.
Zelensky highlighted the importance of NATO membership for Ukraine’s long-term security, dismissing ceasefires without guarantees as too risky.
Trump’s envoy Keith Kellogg has suggested a freeze in front-line fighting as a precursor to peace talks, though significant differences remain between the two approaches.
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🗿Conor McGregor Wax Figure Removed from Dublin Museum
The National Wax Museum Plus in Dublin has removed its Conor McGregor waxwork following his civil trial verdict. A jury found McGregor guilty of assaulting Nikita Hand in 2018, awarding her €250,000 in damages.
The museum cited its family-friendly values as the reason for the removal.
Retailers, including Tesco and Wetherspoon, have also delisted products associated with McGregor.
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❗️ Russian Sabotage Threat Looms Over Europe, Says MI6 Chief
MI6 chief Richard Moore has accused Russia of conducting a "shockingly reckless campaign of sabotage" across Europe, without specifying incidents.
Addressing Western hesitation over Ukraine aid, Moore warned that diminishing support could have dire consequences, encouraging hostile actions from nations like North Korea and Iran.
"If Putin succeeds in subjugating Ukraine, it won't stop there. Our collective security—British, European, and transatlantic—is at risk," he said, urging allies to remain united against Russian aggression.
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😈 Satanic Temple Launches Educational Program in Ohio School
The Hellion Independent Learning Academy, established by members of the Satanic Temple, has announced the start of its educational program at Edgewood Elementary School in Marysville, Ohio. The lessons will take place under the “religious release” initiative, offering an alternative to Bible studies.
According to temple representatives, the program aims to foster critical thinking, inspire community service, and encourage creativity and self-expression among students. Organizers stress that the initiative was developed in response to parent requests and has no connection to dark forces.
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Russian Stowaway Foils Two Deportation Attempts, Awaits Return to U.S.
A Russian woman, 57, who clandestinely boarded a Delta Air Lines flight from JFK Airport to Paris, has resisted two deportation attempts back to the U.S.
On November 30, the first attempt failed after the woman loudly protested on the plane, refusing to return to the United States. Witnesses reported her shouting, “Only a judge can force me to go back to the U.S.”
On December 3, a second attempt was thwarted when the woman caused further disruptions. French authorities have scheduled another deportation for Wednesday, this time under strict supervision by two security officers.
The TSA is investigating how the woman bypassed security at JFK, preparing a civil case against her. Whether criminal charges will follow remains uncertain.
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🕵️♀️ Russian Espionage Trial Unveils Sophisticated Spy Operations
UK-based Russian agents allegedly used advanced equipment to surveil Ukrainian soldiers training on Patriot air defence systems in Germany, court proceedings revealed.
The prosecution claims the spy network planned multiple operations, including sabotaging the Kazakh embassy in London and targeting Russian dissidents. While two members have pleaded guilty, three suspects deny involvement, claiming ignorance of the activities' true nature.
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🇫🇷 France’s Political Crisis Deepens as PM Faces Ouster
French Prime Minister Michel Barnier, appointed in September, faces a no-confidence vote over his controversial budget reforms. The motion is expected to pass as opposition parties unite, escalating political instability in France.
Barnier's government lacks a majority, a result of summer elections that produced a divided parliament. If removed, Barnier will temporarily remain in office while President Macron selects a new prime minister.
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⚡️ Trump Warns Hamas: "Release Hostages or Face Total Hell"
Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of hostages taken on October 7, 2023. The President-elect declared,
If the hostages are not released by January 20, 2025, the date I proudly take office, the Middle East will experience total hell.
🏞 Tulare Lake Resurfaces After 130 Years, Flooding Farmlands
In California's San Joaquin Valley, Tulare Lake, which disappeared over 130 years ago, has begun reappearing due to winter storms and snowmelt from the Sierra Nevada. Once spanning 100 miles, the lake was intentionally drained by settlers in the 19th century, disrupting the region’s ecosystem.
Today, Tulare Lake has submerged 94,000 acres of farmland, causing concern among local farmers. Fertilizer storage barns have been flooded, posing potential environmental risks despite signs of ecological recovery, such as returning waterfowl and thriving amphibians.
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🇬🇪Georgian Political Crisis Deepens
Georgia is gripped by nightly protests in Tbilisi and other cities, as citizens demand a Western-oriented future. The ruling party, Georgian Dream, faces accusations of authoritarianism and alleged Russian ties.
Protesters call for fresh elections under international oversight, rejecting the government’s legitimacy after October's disputed vote. The crisis escalates as international ties with the EU and US fray, raising questions about Georgia’s democratic path.
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⚡️ Joe Biden Pardons His Son Hunter Amid Controversy
US President Joe Biden has granted a full and unconditional pardon to his son Hunter Biden, facing charges of firearm possession and tax evasion. Sentences were expected this December. Biden defended his decision, citing political bias in the process:
I believe in the justice system but also see how 'raw politics' tainted this case, leading to injustice.
⚡️Zelensky Seeks Direct Talks with Trump to End War
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed his desire to work directly with US President-elect Donald Trump to resolve the war with Russia.
In an interview with Sky News, Zelensky emphasized the importance of open communication and voiced hope for a "real plan" to strengthen Ukraine.
He acknowledged Trump’s pick for Ukraine envoy, Keith Kellogg, and reiterated that Putin is not willing to negotiate.
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⚡️World's Largest Gold Deposit Discovered in China
Chinese authorities have announced the discovery of the world's largest gold deposit, located in Pingjiang County, Hunan Province, at a depth of 12 miles.
The deposit is estimated to contain 1,000 tons of gold, valued at $83 billion.
The Geological Institute of Hunan Province described the find as "crucial for national resource security."
China, already the world's top gold producer, accounted for 10% of global production in 2023. This find surpasses the previous record held by South Africa's 930-ton gold mine.
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Kashyap Patel to Lead FBI Next Year, Trump Announces
Donald Trump has announced that Kashyap Patel, a former Defense Department and National Security Council official, will take over as FBI Director next year. Trump described Patel as a lifelong advocate for justice and a fearless fighter against corruption.
Patel has been vocal about his desire to repurpose the FBI’s current headquarters into a "deep state museum," reflecting his view that the bureau's influence over American society and politics is overly expansive.
Controversially, Patel has also threatened legal action against journalists, stating that under a Trump administration, the Justice Department would prosecute those who "spread lies about Americans who helped Joe Biden win the election."
Patel’s potential appointment has divided opinions within Trump’s team. Critics argue that his career hinges on his fierce loyalty to Trump and his readiness to target opponents on Trump’s behalf.
An outspoken critic of the "deep state," Patel describes it as a dangerous network of political elites, media figures, Big Tech leaders, and unelected bureaucrats undermining American democracy.
Should FBI Director Christopher Wray refuse to step down, Trump is expected to dismiss him. Patel’s appointment would then need to pass Senate confirmation.
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💫Rupert Grint Ordered to Pay £1.8m in Tax Case Ruling
Harry Potter star Rupert Grint's appeal in a tax dispute with HMRC has been rejected. The tribunal ruled that £4.5m he received in 2011-2012 was income, not a capital gain.
Grint argued the sum was eligible for a lower tax rate, but the judge found it derived from his acting work and should be subject to a 52% income tax rate. Grint had previously lost a separate case involving a £1m tax refund.
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🇪🇸 Tourism Industry Raises Concerns Over Spain's New Data Law
From 2 December, Spain’s hospitality sector must comply with Royal Decree 933/2021, which mandates daily reporting of guest information to the Ministry of the Interior. Industry leaders warn that the rules, which include penalties for non-compliance, could disrupt tourism experiences and put businesses at risk.
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🍌 Supermarkets Use Sad Bananas to Fight Food Waste
Bananas marked as "sad singles" sell nearly 60% more than those labeled "happy," according to a study on supermarket behavior.
This marketing trick not only boosts sales but also helps reduce the waste of single bananas, which often end up discarded.
Researchers see this as an easy, effective way to combat food waste while increasing revenue.
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⚡️Floating Wetlands Offer Hope in Mexico City’s Water Battle
In Gustavo A. Madero, an impoverished district of Mexico City, hydrology expert Alejandro Alva Martínez has transformed a polluted site into a thriving wetland.
The system filters 50,000 liters of water per hour using natural methods, such as water hyacinths and volcanic rock layers, to remove toxins like mercury and arsenic. While the water isn't potable, it’s clean enough for industrial and agricultural use.
This low-tech, chemical-free solution exemplifies how cities can adapt to growing water challenges.
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