In New Year’s Speech to Russia, Putin Says Little About Ukraine War or Peace Talks With US
December 31, 2025
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In New Year’s Speech to Russia, Putin Says Little About Ukraine War or Peace Talks With US

The Kremlin leader kept his speech short, spoke only briefly about the fighting in Ukraine, and did not mention U.S.-mediated talks on ending the war. Source link

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For Zohran Mamdani, a Crowning Moment, With Challenges Looming
December 31, 2025
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For Zohran Mamdani, a Crowning Moment, With Challenges Looming

Mr. Mamdani will become mayor of New York City on Thursday, carrying the hopes of the left, Muslims and younger voters as he looks to improve affordability. Source…

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Mamdani Will Be First N.Y.C. Mayor to Use the Quran at His Swearing-In
December 31, 2025
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Mamdani Will Be First N.Y.C. Mayor to Use the Quran at His Swearing-In

Zohran Mamdani, New York City’s first Muslim mayor, will use two family Qurans and one that belonged to the writer Arturo Schomburg at his two swearing-in ceremonies. Source…

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Women Directed Fewer Box Office Hits in 2025, Report Finds
December 31, 2025
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Women Directed Fewer Box Office Hits in 2025, Report Finds

The number of female filmmakers dropped to 8.1 percent this year from 13.4 percent in 2024, according to a study from the University of Southern California. Source link

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The Keys to the City of New York Are Made in New Jersey
December 31, 2025
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The Keys to the City of New York Are Made in New Jersey

Mayor Eric Adams has handed out dozens of ceremonial golden keys during his single term. Since 2023, they have come from across the Hudson River. Source link

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Will the A.I. Boom Continue to Drive Up Stocks in 2026?
December 31, 2025
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Will the A.I. Boom Continue to Drive Up Stocks in 2026?

The boom in artificial intelligence was the biggest driver of gains in the stock market. That could pose a risk in 2026. Source link

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He Is Being Sued in the U.S. for Human Rights Abuses. He Could be Deported First.
December 31, 2025
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He Is Being Sued in the U.S. for Human Rights Abuses. He Could be Deported First.

Rafael Quero Silva faces a lawsuit brought by five people who say he oversaw their abuse and mistreatment as a military officer in Venezuela. But he could be…

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Penn State, Matt Campbell Emerging For Iowa State Transfers
December 31, 2025
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Penn State, Matt Campbell Emerging For Iowa State Transfers

The Penn State Nittany Lions will rely heavily on the transfer portal for the upcoming season, as their high school recruiting class is barebones, mainly due to uncertainty…

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New Year’s Eve Forecast Is Very Cold Across the U.S.
December 31, 2025
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New Year’s Eve Forecast Is Very Cold Across the U.S.

Some of the season’s most frigid temperatures are expected this week. Source link

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China’s Xi Doubles Down on Taiwan Territorial Claim After War Games
December 31, 2025
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China’s Xi Doubles Down on Taiwan Territorial Claim After War Games

Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated his government’s designs for unification with Taiwan during his annual New Year’s Eve address. “We Chinese on both sides of the Taiwan Strait…

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