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Cambodia-Thailand Conflict Escalates with Border Clashes and Civilian Death
Cambodia accuses Thailand of bombing Poipet and shuts border crossings amid resumed fighting, denying a US-brokered truce announced by Trump. Thailand confirms a Cambodian rocket killed a Thai villager, the first civilian death, and vows increased commitment to combat.
US Approves Record $11.1 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan, China Responds Angrily
The US approves its largest-ever arms package to Taiwan, including ballistic missiles, drones, and howitzers. This follows a $10 billion plan, drawing strong condemnation from China.
Trump Says Ukraine-Russia Talks 'Getting Close to Something' Ahead of Weekend Meeting
President Trump states negotiations to end the Ukraine war are progressing ahead of US-Russia talks this weekend. Putin to address war and peace at his marathon press conference today.
Brown University and MIT Manhunt After Deadly Shootings
Authorities issue arrest warrant for person of interest in Brown University shooting, with sources linking it to MIT incident. Live updates on the ongoing manhunt.
Bondi Beach Shooting During Hanukkah Sparks Arrests in Australia
Two gunmen opened fire at Bondi Beach during Hanukkah; police arrest 7 men in Sydney suburb over planned violent attack. Investigation continues.
French Anesthesiologist Sentenced to Life for Poisoning 30 Patients
Frédéric Péchier convicted of killing 12 and poisoning others via tainted anesthetic bags in Besançon, France, receives life sentence.
Far-Left Group Arrested for Plotting New Year's Eve Bombings in California
Five from Turtle Island Liberation Front arrested for planning bombings across Southern California on New Year's Eve.
Jimmy Lai Convicted in Hong Kong Under National Security Law
Hong Kong court convicts pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai of colluding with foreign forces and seditious publications.
Instacart to Pay $60M Refunds After FTC Deception Allegations
FTC accuses Instacart of unlawful tactics raising grocery costs; company agrees to $60 million in customer refunds.
Bank of Japan Expected to Hike Rates to 0.75% Today
BoJ widely anticipated to raise policy rate by 25bp to 0.75%, highest in decades, with focus on Governor Ueda's guidance amid negative real rates.
North Carolina Plane Crash Kills NASCAR Driver Greg Biffle and Family
Seven dead, including former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and family, in Cessna Citation II crash at Statesville Regional Airport.
Soccer Star Mario Pineida Shot Dead in Gang-Hit Ecuador
Ecuadorian player Mario Pineida killed in Guayaquil amid rising gang violence targeting soccer figures linked to drug trafficking.