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US scales back proposed high tariffs on Italian pasta producers

The US has sharply reduced proposed tariffs on pasta from 13 Italian producers after earlier threats that would have imposed very high duties on imports. The Trump administration had accused the firms of selling pasta in the US at "less than normal value" — a practice known as dumping

Health

UN visits el-Fasher as experts warn of looming mass deaths after RSF takeover

United Nations officials visited el-Fasher in Sudan after a takeover by the RSF that observers say has left the city a "ghost town." Nathaniel Raymond of the Yale School of Public Health warned of the risk of mass deaths in Sudan amid the deteriorating situation. The visit and

Culture

Men charged after 89-year-old killed in Gillingham hit-and-run

Two men have been charged and remanded after an 89-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run in Gillingham, Kent Police said. Retired dental surgeon Tom Wallace was struck by a grey Mercedes estate on the A289 Gads Hill and was later found on Grange Road, almost a mile from where

Business

Residents’ Warnings Ignored Before Hong Kong’s Deadly Wang Fuk Court Fire

Residents of the Wang Fuk Court housing estate repeatedly warned officials that a government-ordered renovation used cheap, flammable materials and appeared beset by corruption before a fire on Nov. 26 that killed 161 people and displaced thousands. Records and interviews show complaints going back years about polystyrene window panels and

Health

17-Year-Old Italian Golfer Identified Among Victims of Swiss Resort Bar Fire

Emanuele Galeppini, a 17-year-old Italian golfer, was among the first victims identified after a fire at the Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Swiss authorities and Italian media reported. The Italian Golf Federation confirmed his death, calling him “a young athlete who embodied passion and authentic values” and adding, “Emanuele, you

Tech

Zelensky Names Military Intelligence Chief Kyrylo Budanov as Chief of Staff

President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday appointed Kyrylo Budanov, the head of Ukraine’s military intelligence service, as his new chief of staff, filling a weekslong vacancy left by the November resignation of Andriy Yermak amid a corruption scandal. The move shifts one of Ukraine’s highest-profile generals into a political

Business

At least 40 killed in Swiss ski-resort bar fire during New Year celebrations

A fierce blaze at Le Constellation bar in the Crans-Montana ski resort during New Year's Eve celebrations has killed at least 40 people and injured 119, officials said. The fire broke out at roughly 1.30am local time while guests were celebrating the start of 2026. Swiss President

World

Mini Arcade Pro Delivers Authentic Cabinet Feel but Stumbles on Controls and Compatibility

The Mini Arcade Pro converts a Nintendo Switch into a single-player arcade-style cabinet, recreating a classic layout that works well for many 2D and retro-style games. While the chassis and joystick provide an authentic arcade feel, several design and performance issues limit its appeal beyond a niche of retro-focused players.

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LG Rolls Out Early Black Friday Discounts: 20% Off With Promo Code and Deep Appliance Savings

LG is offering a suite of early Black Friday discounts that deliver substantial savings across several product categories. Shoppers can take 20% off with an LG promo code, claim up to $1,000 off appliances, and save as much as 40% on bestselling televisions and monitors. The promotion also includes

World

Why U.S. Strategy Toward Russia and China Needs Clearer Definition

The United States’ approach to the strategic challenges posed by Putin’s Russia and Xi’s China remains insufficiently defined in the face of a shifting global order. That ambiguity complicates decision-making, weakens deterrence, and reduces the effectiveness of diplomacy. A clearer, more coherent policy framework is required to align

World

Top 14 Activity Trackers for 2026: A Practical Guide for Every Type of User

A new roundup identifies 14 fitness and activity trackers for 2026 that have been tested and reviewed for a wide range of uses. The collection spans devices suited for rigorous outdoor pursuits as well as casual, everyday activity, and aims to help consumers match a tracker to their preferred activities

World

Experts Outline 12 Communication Habits to Leave Behind in 2026

Improving how we communicate can strengthen relationships and support wellbeing, say communication scholars. Meredith Harrigan, a professor in the department of communication at the State University of New York at Geneseo, notes that communication is a skill to practice rather than an innate ability. Drawing on guidance from several experts,

World

From Nostalgic Breakout to Franchise Fatigue: The Evolution of Stranger Things

When Netflix premiered Stranger Things in the summer of 2016, the series landed as a compact, well-crafted pastiche of 1980s pop culture that quickly became the streaming service’s first homegrown mega-franchise. Created by Matt and Ross Duffer and anchored by Winona Ryder, the show combined a nostalgic setting, a

AI

Key U.S. Contests to Watch in the 2026 Midterm Cycle

The 2026 midterm elections are shaping up as a critical moment for both parties as they seek to consolidate gains or recover ground after a fraught presidential cycle. All 435 U.S. House seats and 33 Senate seats will be contested, and a series of high-profile gubernatorial and Senate races

World

How Neuroscience Can Improve Your New Year’s Resolutions

New Year’s resolutions are more than a cultural ritual: they are a practical application of one of the human brain’s defining capabilities—metacognition, or the ability to think about our own thinking. Rather than being pointless, resolutions provide a moment to step back from daily routines and evaluate

World

FT Analysis Shows Lagarde’s Total Compensation Substantially Exceeds ECB Disclosure and Outstrips Fed Chair

Financial Times analysis has found that the total compensation received by European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde is about 50% higher than the figure disclosed by the ECB, and almost four times the amount received by Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell. The analysis, published by the FT, highlights a significant

World

Trump Signals Potential U.S. Action to 'Rescue' Iranian Protesters Amid Demonstrations Over Living Standards

President Donald Trump warned that the United States would "rescue" protesters in Iran, a statement that followed days of demonstrations over living standards. The president's remark raises prospects of heightened U.S.-Iran tensions and highlights the diplomatic and legal complexities that follow public threats of

World

BYD Surpasses Tesla in Fully Electric Vehicle Deliveries in 2025

China’s BYD overtook Elon Musk’s Tesla in deliveries of fully electric vehicles in 2025, marking a notable shift in the electric vehicle market. The change reflects a competitive reshaping of leadership among major automakers focused on battery-electric models. The milestone is defined by the count of fully electric

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Acknowledging Cognitive Blind Spots to Improve Judgment and Strategy

Cognitive blind spots — the gaps between what we think we know and what we actually know — can distort judgment and decision-making. When individuals and organizations view the world through the lens of preferences, fears or assumptions, they risk treating perception as fact. That shift from observation to wishful thinking undermines

World

Trump says he takes a larger daily aspirin dose; how that compares with medical guidance

United States President Donald Trump told The Wall Street Journal that he takes a higher daily dose of aspirin than his doctors recommend. In the interview, Trump said he takes 325 mg of aspirin every day for cardiac prevention, a dosage described by his physician as at the high end

World

Belfast Demonstrates in Support of Palestine Hunger Strikers as Memories of 1981 Resurface

Hundreds of people gathered in Belfast on New Year’s Eve to show solidarity with four pro‑Palestinian activists on hunger strike in British prisons, as the city’s murals and recent political history framed the protest. The demonstration followed calls from supporters of the activists, who are affiliated with

World

El-Fasher emptied after RSF takeover as UN visits and public health expert warns of mass deaths

El-Fasher has been described as a "ghost town" following a takeover by the RSF, prompting a United Nations visit and urgent public health warnings. Nathaniel Raymond of the Yale School of Public Health has warned of the prospect of mass deaths in Sudan, underscoring the severity of the

Business

US Signals Readiness to Act as Iran Sees Deadly Protests and Sharp Tehran Response

United States President Donald Trump said Washington was “locked and loaded” to respond if Iran kills more protesters, after demonstrations over the rising cost of living in Iran turned deadly. The remarks and a forceful reply from a senior Iranian security official heightened tensions as unrest spread across several cities.

Tech

Clashes in Yemen’s Hadramout as Separatists Say Saudi Struck Border Positions

Fighting erupted on Friday in Yemen’s Hadramout province along the Saudi border, where forces loyal to the region’s Saudi-backed governor and the Southern Transitional Council (STC) exchanged fire amid accusations of cross-border strikes. The STC accused Saudi Arabia of bombing its forces near the border. Mohammed Abdulmalik, head

World

Samsung refreshes Freestyle projector with higher ISO brightness but few details ahead of CES

Samsung has announced a refreshed model of its Freestyle portable projector, touting a significant increase in measured brightness while withholding key specifications and pricing ahead of the CES trade show. The new Freestyle Plus is described by Samsung as delivering 430 ISO lumens, a figure the company says equates to