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December 17, 2025

Providence Journal

New Enhanced Brown Video Released

More than three days after a deadly mass shooting at Brown University that killed two students and injured nine others, authorities released new enhanced surveillance video of the suspect as public frustration grows over the ongoing manhunt and official messaging.
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The Sydney Morning Herald

Bondi Police Were Young and Outgunned

As questions mount over the Bondi Beach massacre that left 15 people dead, an investigation examines how young, lightly armed police were left to confront heavily armed attackers amid concerns about preparedness, training, and delayed tactical back-up.
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Associated Press

Nick Reiner Charged With Murder

Prosecutors have charged Nick Reiner, the son of acclaimed actor-director Rob Reiner, with two counts of first-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of his parents at their Los Angeles home, a case that has stunned Hollywood and political circles.
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New York Post

Trump Acknowledges Alcoholic Personality

President Donald Trump defended chief of staff Susie Wiles after her candid remarks in an interview with Vanity Fair, saying she was right to describe him as having an “alcoholic’s personality” and affirming his full confidence in her leadership.
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CBS News

MIT Professor Shot in Brookline

Professor Nuno Loureiro, a 47-year-old nuclear science and engineering scholar and director at MIT, was fatally shot at his Massachusetts home in an incident authorities are investigating as an active homicide with no suspect in custody.
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The Hill

House Blocks Obamacare Aid

House Speaker Mike Johnson said Republicans will block a vote on extending expiring ObamaCare subsidies in this week’s health care bill, angering moderate GOP lawmakers who wanted an up-or-down amendment on the issue.
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NBC News

November Jobs Surpass Forecast

Delayed federal data shows the U.S. labor market weakened in October and November, with net job losses, slowing wage growth, and the unemployment rate rising to 4.6%, its highest level since 2021, signaling increased strain on the broader economy.
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USA Today

Woman in Moore Scandal Wasn't Fired

Michigan says the staffer involved in an affair with former football coach Sherrone Moore was not fired because university policy places the duty to disclose and avoid such relationships solely on the supervising employee, not the subordinate.
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Politico

2026 Blue Wave Has Limits

Even with momentum heading into next year’s midterms, Democrats face structural limits on a blue wave as gerrymandering and a shrinking number of truly competitive House districts make a 2018-scale takeover far less attainable.
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The Wall Street Journal

Test Your Office Etiquette

A newly updated etiquette guide from the WSJ offers a 10-question quiz to help workers navigate modern office behavior, from Zoom calls and dress codes to handling tricky social situations with professionalism and consideration.
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The New York Times

Here's How Epstein Made His Money

A detailed investigation traces how Jeffrey Epstein, a college dropout and master manipulator, exploited connections, scams, and social leverage to amass a fortune and infiltrate elite circles long before his crimes became publicly known.
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WPBF

Epstein Files Release on Friday

The Justice Department is set to release nearly all unclassified records in the Epstein and Maxwell cases this Friday, with limited redactions allowed for victim privacy, child abuse material, and information tied to ongoing investigations.
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ABC News

Final U.S. Pennies Sold for Millions

The last U.S. pennies, minted in 2025 with a distinctive omega symbol to mark the final production run, sold for over $16.7 million at auction, bringing an end to more than 230 years of one-cent coinage while celebrating the coin’s historical significance.
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The Atlantic

Longest Suicide Note in History

The Trump administration’s new National Security Strategy, dubbed “the longest suicide note in American history,” abandons real-world adversaries to target European liberal democracy, risking U.S. influence, alliances, and global security.
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The Times of Israel

Only 2 Cops Were On Duty

Only two police officers were on duty when terrorists attacked a Hanukkah event at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, killing 15 and wounding dozens, as Jewish leaders criticized the government for allowing antisemitism to fester in the lead-up to the massacre.
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Variety

Stern Extends SiriusXM Deal

Howard Stern has officially renewed his SiriusXM contract for three more years, assuring fans he’ll return to the air on January 5, 2026, while also gaining more personal free time and creating a more flexible schedule for co-host Robin Quivers.
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New York Post

FBI's Mar-a-Lago Doubts

Newly released records reveal that the FBI did not believe it had probable cause to raid Mar-a-Lago for classified documents in August 2022, but the Biden Justice Department approved the search anyway.
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Rotten Tomatoes

Top Rob Reiner Films Ranked

Rob Reiner’s directing career spans cult classics like “This Is Spinal Tap” and beloved hits such as “The Princess Bride” and “When Harry Met Sally”, showcasing a mix of sharp comedy, heartfelt drama, and occasional misfires, all ranked by Tomatometer scores.
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The Hollywood Reporter

Rob Reiner's Dual Legacy

Rob Reiner’s influence extended beyond Hollywood, as he leveraged his fame to drive progressive causes like early childhood education, same-sex marriage, and environmental conservation, leaving a political legacy that rivals his cinematic achievements.
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