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US Seizes Tanker Near Venezuela

The US has been warned against risking a “humanitarian catastrophe” in Venezuela after it seized another tanker. Secretary Kristi Noem of the Department of Homeland Security confirmed the operation on X, saying the oil tanker had last docked in venezuela.

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ESPN

Ole Miss Bounces Tulane in First CFP Test

After leading No. 6 Ole Miss to a 41–10 rout of No. 11 Tulane in a CFP first-round game Saturday, New Rebels coach Pete Golding walked off the field with his name being chanted by fans at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium.

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Politico

More Docs Released, Members Fume

The Department of Justice released a new tranche of files related to the investigation into the deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Saturday, continuing the slow-drip document disclosure that began Friday afternoon.

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Axios

Influencer Detectives Spark Chaos

Following a tragic shooting at Brown University, online sleuths falsely accused Mustapha Kharbouch, a Palestinian student, of involvement, highlighting the dangers of unchecked digital investigations and misinformation that result in unwarranted harasment

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MS Now

Trump-Putin Plan Risks Children

Irwin Redlener warns that any peace plan allowing Russia to retain Ukrainian territory endangers over a million children by disrupting education and erasing their identity, urging Western nations to reject such agreements to protect Ukraine’s identity.

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The Atlantic

There’s a 92% Chance It’s Bogus

President Donald Trump likes to use a big number to anchor his point, especially when he wanders off on a tangent. Often it seems that a specific figure is on the tip of his tongue.

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ABC News

No Support for Unknown Accomplices

The Justice Department has partially released documents concerning Jeffrey Epstein, citing victim protection and ongoing investigations, and drawing criticism for not meeting a congressional deadline; no wrongdoing by prominent figures has been found.

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CBS News

Over 500 Pages Were Entirely Blank

The Justice Department released thousands of new records on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday, but at least 550 pages in the documents were fully redacted in the initial release.

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NBC News

Netanyahu To Pitch New Iran Strikes

Israeli officials have grown increasingly concerned that Iran is expanding production of its ballistic missile program, which was damaged by Israeli military strikes earlier this year, and are preparing to brief President Donald Trump about options for a second strike.

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The Guardian

Clinton: White House Is Scapegoating Me

A spokesperson for former President Bill Clinton accused the White House of using him as a scapegoat following the release of photos showing him with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, suggesting the release was meant to divert attention from others.

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The New York Times

SBF Provides Prison Counsel

Sam Bankman-Fried, former CEO of FTX, transforms from a crypto mogul to a ‘jailhouse lawyer,’ studying law and aiding fellow inmates while awaiting trial.

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AP News

Sydney Tragedy Sparks New Laws

Following a terrorist attack at Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah celebration, resulting in 15 deaths, the New South Wales government plans to implement stricter laws on extremist symbols and hate speech.

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People

Gisele’s Private Wedding

Gisele Bündchen and Joaquim Valente celebrated their union with a private wedding at their Surfside, Florida home, emphasizing family intimacy and personal reasons, attended by close relatives only.

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The Hill

Beshear Builds a Buzz

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, a moderate Democrat known for his bipartisan approach and leadership during crises, is gaining attention as a potential candidate in the upcoming presidential race, appealing to a broad spectrum of voters.

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Fox News

Ben Shapiro vs. Tucker Carlson

At the AmericaFest 2025 conference, Ben Shapiro criticized Tucker Carlson for hosting controversial figures, highlighting a deepening divide within the MAGA movement as Shapiro accused such individuals of being ‘frauds and grifters.'

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NPR

Pope Leo Summons Cardinals

Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, has called a consistory with the College of Cardinals to discuss significant church matters, possibly focusing on unity and peace, reflecting his ongoing commitment to reconciliation and dialogue.

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Yahoo News

These Stanford Grads Can’t Find Jobs

Recent Stanford University Software Engineering graduates face challenges securing jobs due to AI advancements, which have decreased demand for entry-level positions and intensified competition, prompting students to adapt by gaining further education

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Philadelphia Inquirer

Eagle Lands on War on Drugs

On December 19, 2025, the war on drugs’ ‘a Drugcember to remember’ concert in Philadelphia featured memorable collaborations with Craig Finn of the Hold Steady and Joe Walsh of the Eagles, supporting the school district of Philadelphia.

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Study Finds

Financial Stress Ages Hearts

A study in Mayo Clinic Proceedings links financial stress to accelerated heart aging, revealing a 60% higher mortality risk, urging healthcare providers to screen for socioeconomic factors alongside traditional heart risk assessments.

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Smithsonian Magazine

Safer Antivenoms Emerge

The high-stakes quest to make snakebites survivable took leaps forward this year, with promising new avenues to safer antivenoms. A wave of fresh science is challenging a century-old treatment and offering hope to the people snakebites harm most.

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