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Dec 24
We planned epic Scalextric tournaments as we watched TFI Friday – the Christmas present I’ll never forget
by Rich PelleyI finally got the racing car set I’d always wanted when I went to university. But it didn’t work out quite as I imagined.theguardian.com · Dec 24
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Ukraine's frontline chef reveals what he'll feed soldiers at Christmas
by Jack BeresfordChef Ievgen Mykhailenko told Newsweek: "There's no lobster or rack of lambs, we just try to make the best of what we have got.".newsweek.com · Dec 24
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Dec 23
At least 3 killed in Paris shooting
by Nancy IngParis prosecutor Laure Beccuau told reporters that the suspected attacker was known to authorities.nbcnews.com · Dec 23
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Killing of artist brothers shatters Mexico City’s veneer of safety
by Oscar LopezGrisly discovery rocks capital, an oasis of tentative calm in a country that saw more than 35,000 murders last year.theguardian.com · Dec 23
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Jan. 6 committee unveils final report, capping 18-month probe
The House Jan. 6 committee on Thursday unveiled its formal report on its historic 18-month investigation into the deadly attack on the Capitol and former...nbcnews.com · Dec 23
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Ali Ahmed Aslam, 77, Dies; Credited With Inventing Chicken Tikka Masala
by Tejal RaoA Glasgow restaurateur, he was part of the rise of the British curry house — and played an essential part in its story.nytimes.com · Dec 23
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Police seize on COVID-19 tech to expand global surveillance
JERUSALEM (AP) — Majd Ramlawi was serving coffee in Jerusalem’s Old City when a chilling text message appeared on his phone. “You have been spotted as...apnews.com · Dec 23 · Published: Dec 20
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Dec 22
Live updates: Zelenskyy tells Congress Ukraine is 'alive and kicking' following Biden meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with U.S. President Joe Biden on Wednesday to discuss aid and delivered a speech to Congress.nbcnews.com · Dec 22
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Senate passes $1.7 trillion government funding bill that would overhaul U.S. election law
by Sahil KapurThe bill now goes to the House before it can head to Biden's desk for his signature. The legislation must be enacted by Saturday to avoid a government shutdown.nbcnews.com · Dec 22
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FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried is released on $250 million bond
by Marlene LenthangBankman-Fried got into a black SUV and was driven away at the start of a cross-country trip that will eventually end at his parents’ home in Palo Alto,...nbcnews.com · Dec 22
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Post your questions for Pharrell Williams
by Shaad D'SouzaDo you want to know more about the huge hat he wears, the secret to that perfect skin or what it’s like working with Snoop Dogg? Get your questions in for...theguardian.com · Dec 22
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An FTX co-founder and the former CEO at Alameda Research plead guilty to fraud
by Phil HelselGary Wang and Caroline Ellison also face civil fraud charges from the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.nbcnews.com · Dec 22
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Dec 21
Two Bankman-Fried associates plead guilty to fraud as FTX founder heads to U.S.
by Luc Cohen, Jared Higgs, Jack QueenFTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried left the Bahamas on Wednesday on a U.S.-bound flight to face fraud charges as federal prosecutors announced that two of his...reuters.com · Dec 21
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Informant warned FBI weeks before Jan. 6 that the far right saw Trump tweet as 'a call to arms'
by Ryan J. ReillyThe email, which has not previously been made public, adds to the mounting evidence that the FBI had intelligence warnings that Jan. 6 was a major threat.nbcnews.com · Dec 21
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Elon Musk says he will resign as Twitter's CEO when he finds a replacement
by Tim StellohUsers said in an informal poll on the social media site that he should step down.nbcnews.com · Dec 21
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House committee votes to make public Donald Trump's tax records and criticizes IRS for lack of mandatory audits
by Dareh GregorianThe IRS did not move to audit Trump’s tax returns while he was in office until the panel inquired, failing to follow internal rules for presidents, the...nbcnews.com · Dec 21
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Boat With at Least 160 Rohingya Refugees Is Stranded at Sea
by Saif HasnatThe U.N. called on countries in South Asia to rescue those on the vessel, who have been without food for weeks after leaving Bangladesh.nytimes.com · Dec 21
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Dec 20
FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried agrees to extradition in crypto fraud case
by Phil HelselBankman-Fried was arrested in the Bahamas last week, a month after crypto giant FTX collapsed. He has been charged with fraud and other crimes.nbcnews.com · Dec 20
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Ex-officer Aaron Dean sentenced to more than 11 years in prison in the death of Atatiana Jefferson
by Daniella SilvaThe former Fort Worth, Texas, police officer was convicted of manslaughter for shooting Jefferson through a window of her home. .nbcnews.com · Dec 20
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Afghanistan: Taliban ban women from universities amid condemnation
by BBC NewsThe move further restricts women's education, after girls were already excluded from secondary schools.bbc.co.uk · Dec 20
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Facing Christmas in a cardboard shack - the vicious cycle of mental health among the homeless
by Jason FarrellIan Harrison had to leave his flat because he was being exploited by a gang of drug dealers. He is now back on the streets taking crack and heroin after...news.sky.com · Dec 20
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Wells Fargo agrees to $3.7 billion federal settlement for an array of alleged consumer abuses
by Rob WileThe settlement includes $2 billion in restitution and a $1.7 billion civil penalty.nbcnews.com · Dec 20
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He Defended the NYPD in Court. Then They Arrested Him.
by Jake PearsonFor 11 years, Karl Ashanti represented New York City cops in civil-rights cases. Then he was charged with a crime he didn’t commit.propublica.org · Dec 20
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At least 2 dead as 6.4-magnitude earthquake rocks Northern California
by Joe StudleyA 72-year-old and an 83-year-old died when emergency responders couldn't get them adequate medical care in time, an official said.nbcnews.com · Dec 20
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Africa’s biggest photography library opens in Ghana
Ghanaian photographer’s crowdfunded project won support of Humans of New York author and boasts more than 30,000 books.theguardian.com · Dec 20
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China races to bolster health system as COVID surge sparks global concern
by Bernard Orr, Xinghui KokCities across China scrambled to install hospital beds and build fever screening clinics on Tuesday as authorities reported five more deaths and...reuters.com · Dec 20
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A Culture in the Cross Hairs
by Jason FaragoRussia’s invasion has systematically destroyed Ukrainian cultural sites. A Times investigation has identified 339 that sustained substantial damage this year.nytimes.com · Dec 20
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Dec 19
Committee will refer Trump for incitement of insurrection
Raskin said the committee will also refer Trump under a U.S. criminal code for inciting, assisting, or engaging in insurrection against the United States.nbcnews.com · Dec 19
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Harvey Weinstein found guilty of rape, sexual assault in Los Angeles trial
by Daniel ArkinThe verdict followed weeks of emotional and sometimes excruciatingly graphic testimony from more than 40 witnesses.nbcnews.com · Dec 19
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Japan backs African Union entry to G20, PM Kishida says
by ReutersJapan will support the African Union's entry to the Group of 20 (G20) forum of the world's largest economies, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Monday.reuters.com · Dec 19
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Dec 18
Childhood’s Greatest Danger: The Data on Kids and Gun Violence
by Robert GebeloffGun violence recently surpassed car accidents as the leading cause of death for American children. No group of kids has been spared, but some have fared far...nytimes.com · Dec 18 · Published: Dec 14
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Dec 16
Ivison: Canadian on frontlines of Ukraine war saw most of his team killed. He's going back
by John IvisonReturning to a war-zone may seem inexplicable to many people, but it's clear the fight in Ukraine is personal for Coburg native James Challice.nationalpost.com · Dec 16
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Brittney Griner says 'it feels so good to be home' and vows to play this upcoming WNBA season
by David K. LiIn her first Instagram post since being released from Russian custody in a high-profile prisoner swap between the U.S. and Moscow, Griner also said she'd...nbcnews.com · Dec 16
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App store avalanche forecast as Apple bows to EU demands
by Martin CoulterApple's rivals are positioning themselves as the go-to alternative to its dominant App Store as the iPhone maker prepares to allow others on its devices in...reuters.com · Dec 16
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QAnon follower who led the mob that chased Police Officer Eugene Goodman on Jan. 6 sentenced to 5 years in prison
by Rebecca ShabadDoug Jensen, who was among the first people to enter the building, was found guilty in September on felony charges of civil disorder and assaulting,...nbcnews.com · Dec 16
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Twitter press suspensions become media flashpoint
by Sara FischerMusk's content moderation decisions have begun to alienate traditional outlets.axios.com · Dec 16
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Rich Norwegians flee to low-tax Switzerland as wealth levy bites
by Richard MilneBusiness leaders voice concerns over taxes imposed by centre-left government in Oslo.ft.com · Dec 16
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Inside Mar-a-Lago, Where Thousands Partied Near Secret Files
by Anjali SinghviA Times investigation shows how Donald J. Trump stored classified documents in high-traffic areas at Mar-a-Lago, where guests may have been within feet of...nytimes.com · Dec 16
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Dec 15
Former officer Aaron Dean found guilty of manslaughter in the shooting death of Atatiana Jefferson
by Daniella SilvaDean, who resigned from the Fort Worth Police Department before his arrest, was indicted by a Texas grand jury in December 2019.nbcnews.com · Dec 15
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New York Bans Pet Stores From Selling Dogs, Cats and Rabbits
by Luis Ferré-SadurníThe ban, which takes effect in December 2024, is meant to prevent the sale of animals raised by commercial breeders accused of keeping them in inhumane...nytimes.com · Dec 15
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Five down in Apt. 307: Mass fentanyl deaths test a Colorado prosecutor
by Sari Horwitz, Meryl Kornfield, Nick Miroff, Steven RichIn a Denver suburb on the Sunday of Presidents' Day weekend, five people died simultaneously in what was then the nation’s largest known mass fentanyl...washingtonpost.com · Dec 15
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WSJ News Exclusive | James Patterson to Complete Unfinished Michael Crichton Book
by Jeffrey A. TrachtenbergThe bestselling author will take over a partially finished manuscript provided by the late Mr. Crichton’s estate.wsj.com · Dec 15
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Inside Google’s Quest to Digitize Troops’ Tissue Samples
by James BandlerThe tech giant has long sought access to a priceless trove of veterans’ skin samples, tumor biopsies and slices of organs. DOD staffers have pushed back,...propublica.org · Dec 15 · Published: Dec 12
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Dec 14
France gets past underdog Morocco, advances to World Cup final vs. Argentina
by David K. LiLes Bleus look to defend their crown, while Lionel Messi seeks the prized, elusive trophy.nbcnews.com · Dec 14
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‘Ellen’ show DJ, Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss, dies at 40
by Diana DasrathEllen DeGeneres said she was “heartbroken” by news of Boss’ death, calling him “pure love and light. He was my family, and I loved him with all my heart. I...nbcnews.com · Dec 14
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Xi Jinping Doubles Down on His Putin Bet. ‘I Have a Similar Personality to Yours.’
by Lingling Wei and Marcus WalkerThe Chinese leader has long admired Vladimir Putin. Now, he is strengthening ties between the two nations with increased trade and energy partnerships.wsj.com · Dec 14
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SEC says social media influencers used Twitter and Discord to manipulate stocks
by Kat TenbargeThe regulatory agency charged them in what it says was a $100 million securities fraud scheme run by people who portrayed themselves as successful stock...nbcnews.com · Dec 14
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Dec 13
Biden signs same-sex marriage bill at White House ceremony
by Summer ConcepcionThe president signed legislation Congress passed last week ensuring federal protections for same-sex and interracial marriages.nbcnews.com · Dec 13
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Disgraced FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried 'orchestrated yearslong fraud' on investors and customers, SEC and criminal charges say
by Tim StellohThe SEC charges were filed in the Southern District of New York one day after Bankman-Fried was arrested in the Bahamas. A judge denied a request for bail.nbcnews.com · Dec 13
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Former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried arrested in the Bahamas
by Tim StellohBankman-Fried was arrested after U.S. authorities filed criminal charges, the country's attorney general said.nbcnews.com · Dec 13