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Top N.Y. Cannabis Official Resigns as Major Investigation Is Dropped
The New York Times - 9 Dec 2025 03:23
Gov. Kathy Hochul demanded the resignation of the head of New Yorks Office of Cannabis Management following the withdrawal of a case against a Long Island-based company.
Ukraine war briefing: Donbas Cowboy - Russians jailed for killing US volunteer on their side
The Guardian - 9 Dec 2025 02:22
Russell Bentley, 63, was grabbed and tortured by soldiers who thought he was spying for Ukraine; $800m US arms shortfall, says Zelenskyy. What we know on day 1,385Three Russian soldiers were sentenced to up to 12 years i...
The signs Putin is expecting more war - and the frank conversation Keir Starmer needs to have
Sky News - 9 Dec 2025 02:05
With more than a thousand troops being killed or wounded every day, there's no sign that Donald Trump's push to end Russia's war in Ukraine is reducing the battles on the ground.
Trump clears way for Nvidia to sell powerful AI chips to China
The Guardian - 9 Dec 2025 01:53
Commerce department finalizing deal to allow H200 chips to be sold to China as strict Biden-era restrictions relaxedDonald Trump has cleared the way for Nvidia to begin selling its powerful AI computer chips to China, ma...
Trump Insists Tariffs Will Buoy the Economy and Ease Cost Concerns
The New York Times - 9 Dec 2025 01:32
The president rolled out a $12 billion bailout for farmers as he makes the case that his policy is working - or will soon.
Trump lambasts weak and decaying Europe and hints at walking away from Ukraine
The Guardian - 9 Dec 2025 13:46
US president recycles far-right tropes on European immigration and presses Zelenskyy to accept his peace planEurope live - latest updatesDonald Trump has hinted he could walk away from supporting Ukraine as he doubled do...
2025 virtually certain to be second- or third-hottest year on record, EU data shows
The Guardian - 9 Dec 2025 03:00
Copernicus deputy director says three-year average for 2023 to 2025 on track to exceed 1.5C of heating for first timeThis year is virtually certain to end as the second- or third-hottest year on record, EU scientists hav...
Sudan air force bombing of towns, markets and schools has killed hundreds, report says
BBC - 9 Dec 2025 00:21
A detailed study highlights the military's aerial campaign and how civilians have been its victims.
Rubio Deletes Calibri as the State Departments Official Typeface
The New York Times - 9 Dec 2025 23:57
Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the Biden-era move to the sans serif typeface wasteful, casting the return to Times New Roman as part of a push to stamp out diversity efforts.
Rutgers University student vanishes after hitching ride with acquaintance who terrorized him: family
New York Post - 9 Dec 2025 23:48
"I think my little brother is - he likes to see the best in people, and I'm sure he could have been coerced or persuaded to, you know, get in the vehicle," Wortman's brother, Ivan Marks, said.
Ozzy the dog sets Guinness World record for longest canine tongue
BBC - 9 Dec 2025 23:42
The mastiff mix from Oklahoma City broke the previous record with his tongue measuring in at 7.83in (19.89cm).
Stephen Millers Stock Sale Raises Questions, Ethics Experts Say
The New York Times - 9 Dec 2025 23:32
Mr. Miller, one of President Trumps top advisers, sold shares in the mining company MP Materials following a lucrative deal between the company and the government.
Consuming lots of energy drinks may raise heart disease and stroke risk, say doctors
The Guardian - 9 Dec 2025 23:30
Study cites case of otherwise fit and healthy man in his 50s who had a stroke after eight-drink-a-day habitHeavy consumption of energy drinks may raise the risk of heart disease and pose a serious risk of stroke, doctors...
Son, Simons and mini Spurs revival lift Frank's spirits
BBC - 9 Dec 2025 23:29
Son Heung-min's emotional return sets the tone for another significant step forward for Spurs and head coach Thomas Frank, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
Getting a new electric vehicle ready for a long, cold winter
Boston - 9 Dec 2025 23:28
John Paul, AAA Northeast's Car Doctor, hears from a reader seeking cold-weather advice for their new electric vehicle. The post Getting a new electric vehicle ready for a long, cold winter appeared first on Boston.co...
Allston Car Wash workers describe inhumane ICE detention during meeting with Pressley
Boston - 9 Dec 2025 23:22
The air mattress was half deflated, and you could feel the bars from the bed in your back. You put your hand to the wall, and there was water seeping through. The post Allston Car Wash workers describe inhumane ICE deten...
Trump's Speech On Combating Inflation Turns To Grievances About Immigrants From 'Filthy' Countries
The Huffington Post - 9 Dec 2025 23:13
At a nighttime event in Pennsylvania, President Donald Trump tried to emphasize his focus on combating inflation, although the issue couldn't quite command his full attention.
End of Major Corruption Case Embarrasses N.Y. Cannabis Regulators
The New York Times - 9 Dec 2025 23:10
A case against the Long Island-based cannabis company Omnium Health was halted on the eve of trial. A judge on Tuesday held off on dropping the matter.
Red Sox close out disastrous Chris Sale trade by dealing Vaughn Grissom
Boston - 9 Dec 2025 22:57
While Chris Sale has won a Cy Young Award in Atlanta, Grissom played just 31 total games for the Red Sox. The post Red Sox close out disastrous Chris Sale trade by dealing Vaughn Grissom appeared first on Boston.com.
Why the Affordability Hoax Is a Trap for Trump
The New York Times - 9 Dec 2025 22:57
I doubt this was what Trump meant when he called himself Mr. Brexit.
Epstein Transcripts in Ghislane Maxwell Case to Be Unsealed
IBTimes - 9 Dec 2025 22:54
A federal judge in New York has ordered the unsealing of grand jury transcripts related to the convicted sex offender that were used in Ghislaine Maxwell's case.
Bottles of Disaronno recalled over possible glass presence
BBC - 9 Dec 2025 22:53
It is believed the contamination may have happened due to an "anomaly on the bottle line", according to the recall notice.