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• Trump critic Jasmine Crockett poised for Senate run in deep-red Texas - Rep. Jasmine Crockett is expected to launch Texas Senate campaign Monday as the filing deadline looms. The Democratic primary was shaken by Colin Allred dropping out.
• Tiger Global launches new fund eyeing between $2 billion and $3 billion as it takes more disciplined approach - Tiger first invested in OpenAI in 2021 at a valuation of less than $16 billion and in Waymo that same year at $39 billion.
• German minister sceptical after Macron floats tariffs on China - German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has expressed scepticism that imposing tariffs on China, as suggested by French President Emmanuel Macron, is the way to go if Beijing doesn't change its trade policy. "Germany does not pursue a polic
• After National Guard shooting, administration cracks down on legal immigration - Although President Trump mostly railed against illegal immigration during his campaign last year, his administration has put into motion a broad and unprecedented set of policy changes aimed at substantially limiting legal immigration.
• State Department reportedly orders visa denials tied to speech censorship as Trump team slams Europe - Trump administration reportedly orders visa denials for applicants involved in U.S. speech censorship, targeting H-1B workers in tech and social media sectors.
• Burry May Be Short, But BoA Sees Nvidia and Palantir Moving Higher - Dr. Michael Burry might have bearish positions on Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA), Palantir (NASDAQ:PLTR), and a lot of worrisome things to say about the AI trade (spoiler alert: he thinks it’s in a bubble). But not everybody is in the same camp as hi
• Obamacare Users Face Higher Deductibles and Higher Premiums - People who have insurance under the Affordable Care Act are being asked to pay more for plans that will cover less of their care.
• Golden Globe Nominations Confirm the Allure of Warner Bros. - The studio’s film “One Battle After Another,” and an HBO show it owns, “The White Lotus,” scored the most nominations for movies and television shows.
• 13 inmates die in violence-plagued Ecuador prison - Thirteen inmates died at the weekend in a prison in Ecuador that has seen 44 killed in violence in the past month, authorities said Monday.Thirty-one inmates died in the same prison last month, many by asphyxiation, after a deadly armed rio
• App That Tracks ICE Raids Sues U.S., Saying Officials Pressured Apple to Remove It - The developer of ICEBlock, which notifies users of ICE agent sightings, said Attorney General Pam Bondi censored his free speech.
• Senate Democrats push Obamacare subsidy vote 'designed to fail' as Republicans call plan unserious - Republicans eye health savings accounts as alternative to Democrats' Obamacare subsidy extension while Senate remains deadlocked on solution.
• Ursuline coaches respond, file motion to strike ‘irrelevant’ and ‘defamatory’ statements - Ursuline High School coaches who were named in a federal lawsuit that alleged hazing took place within the football program have responded. They filed a motion to strike parts of the complaint they say are "immaterial and scandalous," claim
• Court clerk who helped with Alex Murdaugh's trial pleads guilty to showing sealed exhibits - The former court clerk in South Carolina who helped out with the murder trial of attorney Alex Murdaugh pleaded guilty Monday to criminal charges for showing sealed court exhibits to a photographer and lying about it in court. Former Colle
• Gifts for adults who love to build: Lego sets, 3D wooden puzzles and mini model kits - From Lego sets to 3D wooden puzzles and miniature model kits, these adult-friendly building kits offer hours of focused fun and a finished product worth showing off.
• Man jailed for stabbing policewoman in head - The officer says she has to relive "every day" a confrontation with a man having a psychotic episode.
• Maryland middle school’s Transgender Awareness Week lesson gave kids ‘binding’ tips, ‘coming out’ advice - Maryland middle school shows 6th graders slideshow on gender identity with coming out advice during "Transgender Awareness Week" educational presentation.
• Strategy acquires 10,624 bitcoin for $963 million through stock issuance - Strategy bitcoin holdings reach 660,624 following December acquisition.
• Trump's Tariffs Are Raising Car Prices As Automakers Pass Increased Costs Onto Buyers - In this morning's edition, from the U.S. to China, the automotive world is shrinking, and fast. But there's Christmas music on the radio, so that's something.
• Allred ends Senate bid but will run for House as Texas Democrats reset the board - Former Texas Democratic Rep. Colin Allred announced Monday that he was ending his Senate campaign and would instead run to once again represent the Lone Star State in Congress.
• Porsches across Russia suddenly stop working - ‘It’s possible this was done deliberately,’ says car dealership
• These Independent Agencies Could Be Affected by a Supreme Court Case - Court filings identify more than two-dozen quasi-independent boards and commissions that could be affected by a Supreme Court ruling in President Trump’s favor.
• Retired NYC restaurant owner charged with DUI in Florida after wife died falling out of golf cart - Angelo Theodosiou, 64, who was behind the wheel of the cart, reportedly had bloodshot eyes and smelled of alcohol when the crash occurred on November 30
• ICE warns Illinois is releasing violent criminal illegal aliens despite detainers, risking public safety - ICE warns Illinois is releasing violent criminal aliens despite active detainers, putting public safety at risk with over 1,700 releases since January.
• IBM buys data streaming platform Confluent in $11 billion deal - IBM said Monday it's buying data streaming platform Confluent in a deal worth $11 billion that will help bolster the technology company's artificial intelligence strategy. The two companies said they signed a “definitive agreement” for IBM
• Sens Marsha Blackburn, Maria Cantwell hustling to protect college athletes' finances in murky NIL world - Sens. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., and Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., unveiled the HUSTLE Act on Monday in hopes of protecting the financial futures of college athletes.
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• Exercise tips for women over 40 - Hers reports that women over 40 should focus on strength training, cardio bursts, and multidirectional movements for improved health during menopause.
• Gavin Newsom Savagely Taunts Trump's Hosting Of Kennedy Center Honors - The California governor's grade-A trolling of the president's night as host included all-caps, off-the-charts vanity, and a naming rec for the arts venue.
• SCOTUS takes up Trump’s bid to fire FTC commissioner at will — a showdown that could topple 90-year precedent - The Supreme Court will weigh Trump's authority to fire a sitting FTC member in a major test of presidential powers — and a 1935 landmark court ruling.
• US deports more Iranians, Islamic republic says - As President Donald Trump's administration aims to carry out an illegal immigration crackdown, it has deported even more Iranians, according to reports
• ‘Trashed panda’ to the rescue! Drunk raccoon who ransacked liquor store fundraises for animal shelter with his own line of T-shirts - The shirts and other merchandise had raised over $100,000 for the shelter
• NASA's Hubble telescope gets another look at 3I/ATLAS. Here's what it found - New 3I/ATLAS images from NASA and the ESA suggest the interstellar comet is active as it approaches Earth in December.
• Trump bill makes 100% tax write-off a forever thing that could save some US taxpayers six figures. Are you one of them? - Find out what qualifies for this bonus deduction.
• Aaron Rodgers gets terse with reporters as Steelers win after week of noise about team's future - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers needled the media after the team's 27-22 win over the Baltimore Ravens in a crucial AFC North battle.
• Indonesia suffers food, medical shortages as Asia flood tolls rise - Regions hit by floods that killed hundreds in Indonesia were suffering from food and medical shortages, authorities said, as elephants pitched in on Monday to help clear up debris."We brought four elephants to clear the debris from the hous
• Trump Looms Over Netflix’s Deal for Warner Bros. Discovery - President Trump said the acquisition “could be a problem,” suggesting he will insert himself into the regulatory review of the transaction.
• Ex-House Democrat drops out of Texas Senate race as Jasmine Crockett candidacy rumors swirl - Former House Rep. Colin Allred said he will no longer run for Senate in Texas, as rumors swirl of a potential bid by Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
• Here's How Much A 2020 Lexus IS Depreciates After 5 Years - The Lexus IS has quite a strong following and a surprisingly robust resale value. But just how much would a 2020 Lexus IS depreciate in 5 years?
• Paramount Skydance launches hostile bid for WBD after Netflix wins bidding war - Netflix won a bidding war for the Warner Bros. film studio and HBO Max streaming service, but it doesn't plan to buy WBD's TV networks.
• Biden’s supercharged federal contracting pipeline targeted for freeze after bribery bust, undercover sting - Sen. Joni Ernst demands pause in 8(a) program funding after Biden administration tripled contracting goals and fraud cases emerged involving millions in taxpayer dollars.
• Kentucky's 5 Cleanest Lakes Are Prime Swimming Destinations With Pristine Waters And Sandy Beaches - The Bluegrass State has its fair share of gorgeous swimming holes, but here are some of the most notable, most beautiful, and most pristine lakes in the state.
• 1 Move to Avoid at All Costs if the Stock Market Crashes in 2026 - It's simpler than you might think to protect your investments against a downturn.
• Titans players mock Shedeur Sanders after Browns' crucial turnover - Sheduer Sanders got a taste of his own medicine on Sunday as Tennessee Titans players mocked his watch flex celebration after a late turnover.
• Netflix’s Biggest Wall Street Backer Downgrades It on Fear That Warner Deal Exposes Weakness to YouTube and TikTok Threat - Downgrading his rating on Netflix shares from "buy" to "hold," Pivotal Research Group analyst Jeff Wlodarczak says the megadeal reflects its concern that short-form is "is doing to streaming what streaming has done to traditional TV."
• Gold back above $4,200 as Fed cut bets rise - The weak dollar supported demand for bullion, as it makes gold cheaper for overseas buyers.
• House GOP seeks off-ramp to sky-high health insurance costs for millions of Americans - House Republicans are mulling a healthcare cost reduction roadmap this month, while Speaker Johnson and Majority Leader Scalise build GOP consensus on reform measures.
• Australia to sign contract with Boeing for initial six 'Ghost Bat' defence drones, media report says - SYDNEY, Dec 8 () - Australia is expected to announce on Tuesday it will sign a ​A$1 billion ($663.30 million) contract with Boeing Australia ‌to move the Ghost Bat air drone into production, buying ‌an initial six of the collaborative comba
• Donald Trump promised tax-free Social Security for seniors. So what’s the holdup? - Trump: 'Seniors should not pay taxes on Social Security — and they won't.'
• IBM acquiring Confluent in $11 billion all-cash deal - IBM will pay $31 per share in cash for all of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Confluent.
• Crime rings, hackers join forces to hijack trucks nationwide, fueling major holiday shipping security fears - Cybercriminals target holiday packages in transit, stealing over $318 million in cargo using AI and online freight platforms to hijack deliveries.
• Red weather warning for waves crashing onto roads - Forecasters warn of heavy rain overnight and "severe coastal overtopping" due to gales on Tuesday.