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Putin says Russia has taken control of 2 Ukrainian cities. Ukraine denies claims

Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed without evidence that Russian forces have taken control of Ukrainian cities Pokrovsk and Vovchansk.

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Putin says Russia has taken control of 2 Ukrainian cities. Ukraine denies claims

NY Times

Son of El Chapo Pleads Guilty to Kidnapping Father’s Former Cartel Partner

Joaquín Guzmán López admitted to having the once-untouchable drug kingpin Ismael Zambada García abducted and flown to the United States, among a sweeping set of other crimes.

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NY Times

Son of El Chapo Pleads Guilty to Kidnapping Father’s Former Cartel Partner

NY Times

TSA Imposes $45 Fee for Travelers Without REAL ID Starting February 2026

As of February, passengers without the government-approved identity card will be required to pay for alternative screening at U.S. airports.

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NY Times

TSA Imposes $45 Fee for Travelers Without REAL ID Starting February 2026

NBC

Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson speaks on Diddy feud, secret video ahead of Netflix documentary release

Rapper Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, who executive-produced an upcoming Netflix documentary about Sean "Diddy Combs, addressed his ongoing feud with the hip-hop mogul and the secret video he obtained of Combs recorded days before his arrest in 2024.

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Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson speaks on Diddy feud, secret video ahead of Netflix documentary release

NBC

White House confirms a second strike was ordered on an alleged drug boat

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Navy Adm. Frank M. Bradley ordered the subsequent strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean.

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White House confirms a second strike was ordered on an alleged drug boat

NBC

Arrests made over Hong Kong fire as death toll rises

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Arrests made over Hong Kong fire as death toll rises

NY Times

This Year, a Smaller Christmas at the White House

The White House is decorated in a classic red-and-green Christmas theme. But with the East Wing reduced to rubble, there are fewer decorations this year.

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NY Times

This Year, a Smaller Christmas at the White House

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LIVE: ABC News Live

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WHO recommends use of GLP-1 drugs for obesity

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WHO recommends use of GLP-1 drugs for obesity

NY Times

A Surprise When Your Package Arrives: You Have to Pay the Tariff

The end of a tariff exemption on goods worth $800 or less has left some U.S. shoppers with an extra shipping bill that must be paid before delivery.

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A Surprise When Your Package Arrives: You Have to Pay the Tariff

NBC

Luigi Mangione appears in court for pretrial hearing over evidence

Luigi Mangione, who is accused of killing UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in court for a pretrial hearing over whether certain evidence should be excluded from trial. NBC News' Sam Brock has details on the arguments being made by Mangione's defense team and the scenes inside the courtroom.

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Luigi Mangione appears in court for pretrial hearing over evidence

NY Times

The Transgender Cancer Patient and What She Heard on Tape

Jennifer Capasso had endured multiple tumors. She wondered what might be said during her next cancer surgery. So, she hit record on her phone.

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NY Times

The Transgender Cancer Patient and What She Heard on Tape

Politico

Indiana House releases draft congressional map that could net Republicans 2 seats

The proposed map still faces a number of obstacles in order to pass.

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Indiana House releases draft congressional map that could net Republicans 2 seats

Politico

Democrats’ path back to power is littered with primaries

Democrats face over a dozen contested primaries across the country exposing deep divisions in their ranks

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Democrats’ path back to power is littered with primaries

NY Times

The ‘Race Against Time’ to Save Music Legends’ Decaying Tapes

New problems are plaguing old reels, putting decades of history at risk. One man, armed with hair dryers and a love of tinkering, is leading the charge to rescue them.

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NY Times

The ‘Race Against Time’ to Save Music Legends’ Decaying Tapes

ABC

WATCH: Bear enjoys fresh snowfall at Chicago zoo

A resident bear at Brookfield Zoo Chicago took delight in the fresh snowfall over the weekend, rolling around in the snow.

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WATCH: Bear enjoys fresh snowfall at Chicago zoo

NBC

Lawmakers launch inquires into U.S. boat strike

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Lawmakers launch inquires into U.S. boat strike

LA Times

Robert Garcia leads Democrats' strategy on Epstein probe, to GOP's dismay

Rep. Robert Garcia, of Long Beach, has helped lead the House Democrats' push to secure release of the Epstein files, thrusting the second-term congressman into the national spotlight.

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LA Times

Robert Garcia leads Democrats' strategy on Epstein probe, to GOP's dismay