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Faberge's rare Winter Egg fetches record £22.9M at auction

Fabergé's The Winter Egg sold for nearly £23 million ($30 million) at Christie's in London, setting a new world auction record.

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Trump targets Somali immigrants amid reports of Minneapolis raids

U.S. President Donald Trump, in a televised cabinet meeting, said “I don't want them in our country” about Somali immigrants, sparking outrage from politicians and migration experts. His remarks coincided with reports of planned federal ...

France 24

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Russian tanker attacked off Turkey, Putin warns of retaliation

A Russian tanker carrying sunflower oil was hit by a drone off the Turkish coast, with no casualties. The attack is part of recent strikes on Russian-flagged vessels targeting Moscow’s oil sector, while Putin warns of possible retaliator...

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Nefertiti bust stays in Berlin as Cairo’s Grand Egyptian Museum opens

The Grand Egyptian Museum in Cairo opened with 100,000 ancient objects, but the iconic bust of Nefertiti remains in Berlin’s Neues Museum, sparking renewed calls for its return.

France 24

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Hegseth says he didn't see survivors before second strike on boat

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he had watched the first U.S. strike in September on an alleged drug-smuggling vessel in real time, but did not see survivors in the water or the second lethal strike that he described as being ca...

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Australia’s social media ban prompts mental health concerns

For many Australian teens, social media isn’t just entertainment — it’s a lifeline to friends and communities that understand them. As the country’s world-first ban takes effect on December 10, young people fear losing those connections ...

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Environmentalists: Indonesia floods worsened by deforestation

Rampant deforestation and natural resource extraction contributed to severe flooding after a rare tropical storm unleashed torrential rains on the Indonesian island of Sumatra last week, local environmentalists have said.

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Airline pilots hide mental health struggles to keep flying

Reuters spoke to airline pilots at U.S. and foreign carriers who said that they were reluctant to disclose mental health issues - even minor or treatable ones - fearing immediate grounding and a lengthy, costly medical review that could ...

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Hong Kong fire survivors allowed brief return to collect belongings

Residents of Wang Fuk Court returned to salvage belongings from the only block left standing after last week’s devastating fire. Authorities continue a criminal probe as mourners gather near the charred complex, with over 30 people still...

Reuters

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Air Force approves SpaceX Starship launch pad expansion in Florida

The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.

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New details on National Guard shooting revealed

The first court hearing for a man accused of killing a National Guard member and injuring another in Washington, D.C., last week provided more information about the attack.

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Bipolar disorder: How to manage the mental condition

Erratic sleep, risky behaviors, and mood swings—are these signs of bipolar disorder? This complex mental health condition affects millions worldwide. In this episode, Emelia Agblevo shares her journey through manic highs.

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Angola: Agriculture and beekeeping give refugees hope

In Angola, food aid for thousands of refugees from the Democratic Republic of Congo has been cut in half. As donors retreated, the UN has launched farming and beekeeping projects to build sustainable food sources.

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B.C. to require witnesses when people access safe supply drugs

The province is adding further restrictions to a program providing a safe supply of illicit drugs, requiring all patients to take prescription opioids under the supervision of a health professional. As Katie DeRosa reports, one addiction...

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Montreal bike shop helps unhoused people switch gears, find work

Tri-Cycle’s project manager hopes the bike shop can be a springboard into the workforce for people experiencing homelessness or housing instability despite gaps in their resumés.

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Canada pledges more than $200M for Ukraine at NATO meeting

The Canadian government is pledging another $200 million in military assistance for Ukraine through NATO, as well as $35 million in non-lethal aid, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand announced at a meeting in Brussels.

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Ukrainian surgeons rebuild lives amid war and loss

As Russia's war in Ukraine drags on, both sides suffer heavy losses. DW met a surgeon couple volunteering to treat wounded Ukrainian soldiers. After an attack, they even had to operate on their own family.

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Iraqis seek closure for missing loved ones after years of conflict

Searching for loved ones who've disappeared in years of conflict in Iraq.

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AFCON 2025: Morocco hotels prepare for surge in visitors

Accommodation facilities are undergoing upgrades and improvements to meet standards, ensuring comfort, security, and a high-quality experience for all visitors

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'Robot dog' helps Oxford scientists monitor forest health

Researchers are deploying a four-legged "robot dog" to European forests, walking it through leaves and uneven terrain to create 3D maps of the area as part of efforts to make forestry more sustainable.

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Trump’s pick Van Epps wins special election in deep-red Tennessee

Republican comfortably beats Democratic challenger after polls showed candidates in a close race in US state.

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Netflix's 'Cosmic Princess Kaguya!' trailer nothing short of stunning

Shingo Yamashita's feature debut looks absolutely dazzling.

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Helldivers movie lands Fast and Furious director, Justin Lin

The Helldivers movie has found a director in Justin Lin. Lin has experience with big franchises, helming several Fast and Furious movies and Star Trek Beyond.

IGN

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Canadian becomes oldest person to bike around the world

Mark Herbst, 69, tells The National about the moment he became the oldest person to ever bike around the world, raising more than $50,000 for cancer research in the process to honour his late wife.

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Trump threatens to expand strikes beyond Venezuela

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to expand his crackdown on drug trafficking during a cabinet meeting, suggesting he’d order land strikes on Venezuela and attacks on any country transporting illegal drugs into the U.S.

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Australian miner rally set to extend in 2026

Australia's mining sector could see more gains next year as trade risks ease and China's economy picks up. That could spur a more durable rotation into the sector, which is closely tied to the global economic outlook.

Bloomberg

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Life under U.S. sanctions for ICC judges and prosecutors

U.S. sanctions impact ICC judges investigating war crimes – Canadian judge Kimberly Prost speaks out.

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Sudan army refutes claim that RSF has seized key city of Babnusa

RSF claims takeover of Babanusa – Sudan army denies and says battles are ongoing in West Kordofan.

Al Jazeera

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Reports say 2025 is the deadliest year for Palestinians

Israeli violence against Palestinians across the West Bank has reached unprecedented levels since the occupation began in 1967. That's the finding of a report issued by Israeli human rights organisations. Israeli attacks in the occupied ...

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GCC meet in Brahim to discuss security and economic cooperation

Leaders from Middle East countries are gathering in Bahrain for this year’s meeting of the Gulf Cooperation Council. The summit takes place after a year of heightened tension across the region.

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Economy fuels Venezuelan calls for regime change amid U.S. threats

Venezuelans grappling with economic hardship are voicing support for regime change as the U.S. increases military presence in the Caribbean.

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Public anger mounts over Sri Lanka’s flood disaster response

Extreme weather is causing devastation in Sri Lanka. At least 465 people have died and hundreds are missing. Authorities say it's the worst natural disaster since the 2004 tsunami.

Al Jazeera

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UNHCR: Nearly 100K displaced as violence spreads in Mozambique

Close to 100,000 people in northern Mozambique have been forced to flee after armed groups stormed their villages, burning homes and attacking civilians.

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Wintry mix creating messy conditions across northeastern Pennsylvania

Northeastern Pennsylvania was initially blanketed by snow showers the morning of Dec. 2, which has since transformed into slush due to a wintry mix that has caused messy conditions in the region.

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Rise of the Super Cold Moon on the night of Dec. 4-5

Catch the rise of the Super Cold Moon on the night of Dec. 4-5. AccuWeather's Anna Azallion explains the origins of this month's full moon and why it's being called a supermoon.

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Dangerous cold set to arrive in the Midwest

After digging out from snow that kicked off December, parts of the Midwest are bracing for low temperatures below zero.

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Snow pushes through New England

As Tuesday came to an end, wintry weather that coated the Northeast with a fresh layer of snow made its exit through New England.

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Putin says Russia is 'ready' if Europe wants war

Ahead of a meeting to discuss the U.S. proposal for peace in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed European counter-proposals as 'unacceptable' and said his country was ready for war if Europe wants one.

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$1.4m funding boost for grassroots rugby league

NSW Rugby League has announced its biggest-ever investment in community facilities, awarding more than $1.38 million to 12 local clubs and councils. The funding will deliver upgrades to grounds and infrastructure as player numbers reach ...

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