Bondi Beach Mass Shooting Driven by ISIS Ideology: Australian Police
AFP and NSW Police confirmed the duo possessed extremist material, and IEDs as the counter-terror probe deepens.
Industry Chiefs, Federal Officials Say ‘Critical Minerals Diplomacy’ Can End CCP Dominance
Trump administration signed flurry of deals in 2025, with more on tap in 2026, State Department specialist tells corporate leaders in Washington forum.
FDA Not Adding ‘Black Box’ Warning to COVID-19 Vaccines: Commissioner
The box is the highest level of warning.
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This Maine School Swapped Detention for Hikes. We Visited to See If It Works.
Disruptive students put away their phones, walk in the woods, and talk about life for a while.
Speaker Johnson Has a Health Care Plan–Here’s What’s in It
House Republicans scramble to vote on legislation to lower health insurance premiums within days of the expiration of enhanced Obamacare subsidies.
Trump Awards Mexican Border Defense Medals in White House Ceremony
The president also signed an order classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction, citing the hundreds of thousands of U.S. deaths linked to the opioid.
Former US Army Pacific Chief Reveals What’s Missing in US Taiwan Strategy | Gen. Charles Flynn (Ret.)
The real ‘center of gravity’ of a Chinese invasion will lie in its ability to rapidly assemble, deploy, and transport land forces across the Taiwan Strait.
Ford Discontinues Several EV Models, Takes $19.5 Billion Writedown in Pivot to Hybrids
The automaker cited diminished demand and Trump-era policy shifts in its move to gas and hybrid vehicles.
US Carries Out New Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats, Killing 8
In a statement, U.S. Southern Command said that the vessels were operated by cartels which have been designated as terrorist groups by the administration.
Trump Says He Spoke With Xi About Releasing Jimmy Lai
Reports of Lai’s deteriorating health during his trial triggered calls for his release.
FDA Issues Warnings to Walmart, Target for Not Complying With Baby Formula Recall
Albertsons, Kroger, Target, and Walmart have 15 days to explain how they’ll ensure compliance with future protocols as botulism cases climb to 51 in 19 states.
Trump Says He’s Considering an Executive Order to Reclassify Marijuana
The review process was first spearheaded by President Joe Biden in 2022.
Why Gratitude Changes the Brain–Not Just the Heart
A few simple habits can help the brain gravitate toward a state of gratitude that benefits both brain and body.
FBI Releases Photos of Brown University Shooting Suspect
A manhunt continues for the gunman who killed two and injured nine when he opened fire in a classroom.
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Hannukah’s Message of Light Echoes as Locals Reflect After Sydney Mass Shooting
The Epoch Times spoke to locals in Bondi to find out how they were coping in the wake of the mass shooting that claimed 15 lives.
Duck Breasts Deliver on Bold Taste for an Intimate Holiday Dinner
For family dinners, chicken roasted with smoked salt and olive oil, bronzed to a golden finish, keeps them coming back for more.
Jane Austen is 250: Why We Still Love Her Novels
The works of this novelist give insight into human nature, the value of the family, everyday heroism, and just plain beautiful writing.
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Mr. Li Hongzhi
The Timing Hypothesis That Redeemed HRT
Why the timing of hormone therapy may matter more than age when it comes to protecting your brain, heart, and overall well-being.
Meet the Artists Exposing What the CCP Most Wants to Hide
Louis Liu achieved his goal of becoming a Shen Yun dancer. But given the merciless tactics the CCP used against his family, it’s hard to believe he succeeded.
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Mr. Li Hongzhi
2 Dead, 9 Injured in Brown University Shooting; Suspect at Large
The university said a shelter-in-place order remains in effect.
Death Toll Rises to 15 in Terrorist Attack Targeting Jewish Festival in Sydney
Police have said they believe that a father-son duo was behind the shooting.
Supreme Court Won’t Hear Appeal of Christian Baker Who Declined to Make a Same-Sex Wedding Cake
California courts previously held Catharine Miller violated a state civil rights law by declining to sell a same-sex couple a wedding cake.
Court Hearing Over Challenge to California Redistricting Begins
Republicans and the federal government argue that the new congressional map is an unconstitutional racial gerrymander.
Trump Designates Fentanyl as Weapon of Mass Destruction
The president’s executive order was issued during a ceremony honoring military members for helping secure the border.
EU Imposes Fresh Sanctions on Russia’s Shadow Fleet Backers
The bloc also separately sanctioned 12 people and two entities over cyber attacks and information manipulation, in light of Russia’s alleged hybrid activities.
JBS to Shutter Southern California Beef Processing Plant
The closure is not expected to impact the already-strained U.S. beef market, according to an expert.
Philip Rivers Hopes Valiant Effort in Return to NFL Inspires Players of All Ages
Rivers looked to the high school football team he coaches, and his own sons, hoping that he would inspire them to take risks in life.
Donald Trump Jr Confirms Engagement to Palm Beach Socialite Bettina Anderson
Anderson comes from a prominent Palm Beach family and has an active social media presence.
CDC Reports Nearly 3 Million People Have Caught the Flu This Season Across US
More broadly, respiratory activity across the United States was described by the CDC in a Dec. 12 update as ‘low.’
The Health Risks of a Low-Salt Diet and How to Use Salt the Right Way
Understanding what salt actually does in the body can help you make smarter choices about how much you need.
Some Coffee Compounds May Be Problematic—Here’s What You Can Do
From toxins to pesticide residues, we examine what’s really in your coffee and whether you should be concerned.
Stanford Study Pinpoints Cause of Vaccine-Linked Myocarditis and a Possible Fix
New research uncovers the immune reactions behind rare heart inflammation cases following COVID-19 mRNA vaccination.
These Holiday Cocktail Recipes Will Raise the Bar at Your Next Party
Below, we share the recipes for Leite’s cocktails, along with two others that will be served this holiday season.
Install a Ceiling Medallion
You can paint a medallion before or after installing it to make it look like a natural part of the architectural details of the room.
From Therapy, to a Job and Future: A Breakthrough for One Young Autistic Aussie
‘That’s very reassuring for me as a parent, knowing that he’s not just thrown in the deep end and has to learn how to swim,’ said Linda Soussa.
Gifts Globetrotters Really Want From Santa
Here are gifts I'd love really love to get in my stocking or under the tree.
