Trump issues "Complete Endorsement" for Speaker Johnson amid GOP challenges. Key House vote looms as internal divisions surface over spending deal. Will Trump's support unify Republicans? Musk also backs Johnson.

US sends $2.5B in military aid to Ukraine, plus $3.4B economic aid, before Trump's term. Weapons and funding surge aims to bolster defenses amidst Russian attacks.

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JHE's board resigns, protesting high fees, AI use, & Elsevier's practices. Concerns over quality & access fuel a shift towards open-access publishing. #Science #AcademicPublishing

Gaza hospital director detained by Israeli forces after raid, sparking global outcry. Concerns mount amid hospital closure, patient transfers & conflicting claims. #Gaza #HumanRights

Liam Payne's death in Argentina: Five charged with negligent homicide, drug supply. Hotel staff & companion face accusations after probe. Details inside.

Nonprofit Encode backs Musk's OpenAI suit, arguing a for-profit shift endangers AI safety. Supported by Hinton & Russell, it seeks court intervention to protect public good.

Explore Jimmy Carter's early, groundbreaking support for LGBTQ rights in the 70s. From the Equality Act to White House meetings, discover his courageous legacy.

Norovirus surge hits the US! Outbreaks are up, causing vomiting, diarrhea. Learn symptoms, prevention (handwashing!), & when to seek care.

Tragic Ethiopia wedding: Truck plunges into river, killing 66. Overloaded vehicle veered off bridge; poor road conditions blamed. Rescue hampered. #Ethiopia #Accident

Remembering Jimmy Carter: His legacy of empowering women, particularly Black women, in leadership. Learn about his groundbreaking appointments and lasting impact.

Trump loses appeal in E. Jean Carroll sexual abuse case; $5M verdict upheld. Court rejects claims of trial errors. Key details on this legal battle.

S. Korea air disaster: 179 dead in Jeju Air 737-800 crash. Investigation focuses on landing gear failure, not design flaw. U.S. NTSB leads probe.

Court upholds Trump's liability for sexually abusing & defaming E. Jean Carroll. Appeals panel affirms $5M verdict. Another $83M defamation penalty also stands.

UK braces for severe New Year weather! Heavy snow, rain, & strong winds hit from Dec 30th-Jan 2nd. Amber flood warnings & widespread disruption expected. Stay updated!

Chess drama! Carlsen returns to NY tourney after a jeans dress code dispute. FIDE changed rules, now he's back in denim! Read the full story.

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Edinburgh's Hogmanay outdoor events canceled due to severe weather. Street party & fireworks off. Indoor events proceed; refunds issued. Travel warnings in place.

Nvidia acquires Run:ai! AI hardware tech goes open-source, boosting competition. Software now available for AMD, Intel. Read the impact!

Jimmy Carter state funeral: Jan 9, national mourning day. Biden eulogizes the former president. Reflecting a deep bond & Carter's legacy of peace.