Kremlin Says Ukraine Tried to Attack Putin’s Residence, Peace Deal Stance Under Review
Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said that Ukraine allegedly used 91 drones to target the Russian leader’s residence on Dec. 29.
OpenAI Looking to Hire ‘Head of Preparedness’ to Tackle AI Dangers
The role, based in San Francisco, requires the person to build capability evaluations, establish threat models, and build mitigations.
South Korean Retail Giant Coupang Offers $1.1 Billion Compensation for Data Breach
The breach exposed personal information of Coupang’s 33.7 million customers, all in South Korea.
China Stages New Round of Military Drills Encircling Taiwan
Taipei criticized Beijing for what it called ‘irresponsible provocations’ that undermine regional peace and stability.
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Top 8 Senate Races to Watch in 2026
Democrats and Republicans are eyeing pivotal Senate races as polling, retirements, and primaries shape the 2026 electoral battlefield.
UK to Offer Paid Military Gap Year for Young People
The program is framed as part of a broader ‘whole of society’ approach to defense.
The Woke Movement Has Peaked. What’s Next? | Andrew Doyle
Doyle is the creator of Titania McGrath, a fictional ultra-woke activist whose X account became hugely popular.
New York Registers Record Number of Flu Cases
The number of people hospitalized due to flu has jumped by 63 percent on a weekly basis.
BofA CEO Calls Economy ‘Pretty Solid’ but Warns Consumer Pullback Is Top Risk for 2026
Bank of America data show spending is up by more than 4 percent, even as sentiment surveys remain subdued.
Sen. Schmitt Introduces Legislation to Protect Americans From China’s Lawfare
Beijing has retaliated against a U.S. court ruling on COVID-19 by suing the senator in a Chinese court.
Trump Says US ‘Knocked Out a Big Facility’ in Campaign Against Drug Boats
The president made the comments in a radio interview with billionaire John Catsimatidis on Dec. 26.
Trump to Meet Netanyahu for Talks on Gaza and Regional Security
The meeting follows months of intensive diplomacy in preparation for the next phase of the Gaza cease-fire.
Vomiting Syndrome Linked to Cannabis Use Increased Sevenfold
The symptoms can be extreme and, at their worst, have been dubbed ’scromiting'–screaming in pain while vomiting.
US Banking Industry: Solid Year, Risks Ahead
Banks face risks from securities losses, margin loans, and private equity in 2026.
America in Photos: Trump Takes NORAD Santa Calls, Helicopter Crash, and Winter Storm
Notable moments from the past week in America.
How to Turn a ‘Blah’ Day Into a Good One
Even the most unremarkable day can be revived through small, extraordinary actions.
Rum Balls
Rum balls are festive, unfussy, and made for the holidays—great for make-ahead baking, sharing with friends, and enjoying all season long.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Rituals Change Your Brain in Ways Habits Never Will
Science has found that personal or family rituals can turn into gifts of health—here’s how.
Belmont British Pullman: Richly Apportioned Rail Cars
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit a luxury train decorated to make passengers feel like royalty.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Why Trump Is Taking the Fight to Venezuela’s Doorstep
‘Venezuela is completely surrounded by the largest armada ever assembled in the history of South America,’ Trump said.
Junk Food Bans for SNAP Users in Some States Starting 2026: What to Know
More than a third of states will prohibit the purchase of some foods, and states will shoulder more of the program’s administrative cost.
US Dollar Poised for Largest Annual Decline Since 2003
Geopolitics, diversification, and Fed easing contribute to the U.S. dollar’s downward pressures.
Ground Beef Products Recalled Across 6 US States
Individuals have been advised not to consume the products and instead throw them away or return them to the place of purchase.
FBI Surged Resources to Minnesota Early in Federal Fraud Investigation, Patel Says
‘The FBI is aware of recent social media reports in Minnesota,’ he said, referring to a recent viral video about an allegedly fraudulent day care in the state.
Washington Offers 15-Year Security Guarantee to Ukraine as Part of Peace Plan, Zelenskyy Says
Zelenskyy also said he wants the 20-point peace plan under discussion to be approved in a national referendum.
Silver Slides 6 Percent After Elon Musk’s Remarks on Chinese Export Restrictions
Silver rally—fueled by Fed rate cut expectations and Chinese export restrictions—takes a breather.
Derrick Henry Dominates, CJ Stroud Starts Strong in Saturday’s NFL Games
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry kept his team’s season going, and Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud helped his team make the playoffs.
Cookies, Chocolate Products Recalled Across Multiple States
Thus far, no illnesses have been reported linked to the consumption of the items involved in the three recalls.
Public Health Professor Shares Tips for Choosing Safer Cookware
Small changes in what you cook with and eat can add up to meaningful health benefits over time.
Long-Life Humans: What Was Their Secret? | Anthony Chaffee MD
Pro-carnivore-diet doctor points to history’s examples of humans who lived longer and ate mainly meat.
Microplastics Found in Human Bones May Accelerate Aging and Weaken Skeleton
As the incidence of fractures is projected to rise by 32 percent by 2050, scientists warn microplastics may be the culprit.
The 14 Best Whiskeys to Give This Holiday Season
One noticeable trend is the continued swing toward high-proof spirits, and in particular, whiskeys categorized as bottled-in-bond.
Why I Keep Binder Clips in Every Room
Binder clips are inexpensive, reusable, nearly indestructible—and far more versatile than the name might imply.
The Singer Betting Big on Artistic Freedom Over Ideology and Taxpayer-Backed Grants
Henry Pinder’s newly established Brisbane Lyric Opera (BLO) is a daring venture in a sector struggling to stay afloat.
Tahiti’s Highway to Heaven Is a Two-Lane Road
Tahiti is the largest island in French Polynesia, a collection of five archipelagos in the South Pacific Ocean below the equator.
