How the US spends taxpayer money as Musk-led DOGE seeks cuts
Raising taxes could help reduce deficit, but Trump's tax cut pledge will make Musk's aim to slash $1 trillion difficult.
Emmanuel Macron ‘turning point’ on Ukraine lacks Donald Trump commitments – Financial Times
- Emmanuel Macron ‘turning point’ on Ukraine lacks Donald Trump commitments Financial Times
- How Can Europe Talk to Trump? Macron Tries Flattery, and Gentle Resistance. The New York Times
- Even as Macron flatters ‘Dear Donald,’ the US is deeply estranged from the West on Ukraine CNN
- Macron tries to sway Trump as U.S. backs Russia over Ukraine in U.N. vote The Washington Post
- Macron warns Trump to 'be careful' on Ukraine, fact-checks him at the White House ABC News
As the clock ticks down on the Gaza ceasefire, Israel prepares for more war – CNN
- As the clock ticks down on the Gaza ceasefire, Israel prepares for more war CNN
- Gaza Cease-Fire Could End in Days, With No Extension Agreed. What Happens Next? The New York Times
- The fragile ceasefire in Gaza faces a key deadline. Will it last? The Associated Press
- Israel, U.S. Aim to Extend Cease-Fire While Delaying Start of Talks to End War The Wall Street Journal
- U.S. Backs Gaza Cease-fire Extension as Netanyahu Looks for More Fronts to Set Ablaze Haaretz
‘Puppy Mountain’ photo draws onlookers to a Chinese riverside – The Associated Press
US votes with Russia in UN session on Ukraine war
The US sided with Russia on two UN votes on the Ukraine war, going against its European allies.
South Korea’s Yoon accused in final impeachment hearing of seeking ‘dictatorship’ – Reuters
- South Korea's Yoon accused in final impeachment hearing of seeking 'dictatorship' Reuters
- South Korea’s Yoon defends his martial law decree as impeachment trial nears end The Associated Press
- South Korea’s president is fighting to stay in office and out of prison after martial law fiasco. Here’s what happens next CNN
- In final defense, Yoon Suk Yeol apologizes but insists Dec. 3 martial law was ‘national appeal’ The Korea Herald
- Yoon defends martial law declaration in final hearing of impeachment trial 코리아타임스
Australian citizen detained 32 times at Sydney airport accuses border force of systemic racism
Hubert Igbinoba, who is suing the Australian government, says he is singled out because he is black – a claim the government denies
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An Australian citizen detained 32 times at Sydney airport – without allegation or charge – has told the federal circuit court he is stopped and searched almost every time he enters the country because he is black.
Okungbowa Hubert Igbinoba also told a directions hearing on Tuesday that an $80,000 settlement offer from the government was an attempt to silence him.
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Continue reading...Six children die of hypothermia amid freezing conditions in Gaza
The deaths come amid a harsh cold snap in Gaza and Israel's blocking of shelter from entering the enclave.
Russia-Ukraine war: How the US position has changed on UN resolutions
The US vote against Ukraine and Europe's UN resolution reflects larger policy changes of the Trump administration.
Kremlin contradicts Trump’s claim on peacekeeping forces in Ukraine – Axios
- Kremlin contradicts Trump's claim on peacekeeping forces in Ukraine Axios
- Kremlin disputes Trump's claim about Ukraine peacekeepers NBC News
- Trump Says He Is in Talks With Putin About ‘Economic Development’ Deal The Wall Street Journal
- Trump says Putin will accept European peacekeepers in Ukraine POLITICO Europe
- Trump Says Discussing ‘Major’ Economic Deals With Putin The Moscow Times
The colonial partition that keeps Cameroon split along ‘artificial lines’
A century ago, Germany, France and Britain claimed Cameroon at different times. The scars are seen in conflicts today.
Babies die from cold in Gaza as Israel prevents entry of mobile homes
At least four babies have reportedly died due to cold in Gaza, where most Palestinians are living in makeshift shelters.
Australia vs South Africa Champions Trophy match abandoned due to rain
Both teams have three points each after their two group games, ahead of Afghanistan and England, who play on Wednesday.
Surgeon Accused of Abusing 299 Patients, Mostly Kids – Newser
- Surgeon Accused of Abusing 299 Patients, Mostly Kids Newser
- In French sex abuse trial, woman denies knowing about her ex-husband's history of child abuse NBC News
- French Doctor Accused of Abusing Hundreds Acknowledges ‘Heinous Acts’ The New York Times
- It’s Jekyll and Hyde, says son of French surgeon accused of abusing 299 patients The Guardian
- In retired French surgeon's child rape trial, son says father was like 'Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde' Reuters
How Pope Francis loaded the dice to ensure a progressive successor – Yahoo
- How Pope Francis loaded the dice to ensure a progressive successor Yahoo
- Pope Francis remains in 'critical but stable' condition in hospital, Vatican says ABC News
- Francis Is in Critical Condition. What Happens When a Pope Dies? The New York Times
- Former North Texas bishop plays crucial role if the pope dies. Here’s how the job works Fort Worth Star-Telegram
- What happens if the pope's health won't let him lead the Church? Angelus News
Syria’s interim president launches dialogue on political transition
Syria’s interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has hailed an historic opportunity to rebuild his country.
Children in Gaza go back to school
Students in Gaza have gone back to school. Many are learning in classrooms scarred by damage inflicted by the war.
German politics froze out the far right for years – is this about to change?
Germany's main parties refuse to work with the far right, but the AfD wants to tear the firewall down.
Has Germany’s ‘firewall’ against the far right been breached by AfD success? – BBC.com
- Has Germany's 'firewall' against the far right been breached by AfD success? BBC.com
- How a Demographic ‘Doom Loop’ Helped Germany’s Far Right The New York Times
- Far-right AfD's core support comes from eastern Germany DW (English)
- German election results show stark east-west divide decades after fall of Berlin Wall Sky News
- Ben Jennings on the rise of the AfD in Germany – cartoon The Guardian
Ailing Pope Francis holds Vatican work meeting in hospital – Reuters
- Ailing Pope Francis holds Vatican work meeting in hospital Reuters
- Pope Francis' health unchanged, but he "slept well" as thousands pray in a rainy St. Peter's Square CBS News
- Anxious Prayers as Pope Francis Lingers in Critical Condition The New York Times
- Another restful night for Pope Francis Vatican News - English
- What to Know About Pope Francis’ Health Conditions TIME