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• California declares state of emergency as mudslides and floods hit A powerful atmospheric river battered Southern California over the holiday, triggering evacuations, mudslides and a gubernatorial state of emergency. Officials warned of continuing flood and debris flow risk as rescue and cleanup operations scale up.
• Rescue helicopter crashes on Mount Kilimanjaro killing five A rescue helicopter on Mount Kilimanjaro crashed during a mission, killing all aboard. Authorities confirmed multiple fatalities and launched investigations as details emerge about the accident and flight recorders.
• DOJ finds over a million more Epstein documents... review to follow The Justice Department disclosed the discovery of more than one million additional documents potentially tied to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Officials warned processing the material will take weeks as review and redactions proceed.
• Epstein files dump reveals tip on alleged Trump ‘prostitute party’ Newly released Epstein-related materials and tips have reignited calls for accountability and fresh probes. Victims and law enforcement are demanding further action as files reveal alleged abuse and new leads tied to parties and participants.
• U.S. prepares to board sanctioned oil tanker linked to Venezuela U.S. forces tracked a sanctioned oil tanker linked to Iran and Venezuela after it refused orders to stop. The Biden administration's successor has authorized measures to intercept and quarantine illicit oil shipments amid a wider Caribbean standoff.
• North Korea touts progress on nuclear powered submarine - photos released North Korea released images and state media footage showing what it says is progress on a nuclear‑powered submarine as leader Kim Jong Un inspected the build. Analysts warn the display escalates regional naval and nuclear concerns.
• Zelensky pitches new peace plan after Christmas talks with US envoys Diplomatic and U.S. envoy talks on Christmas day produced what Ukrainian leaders described as promising new ideas for a peace plan. Negotiators discussed security guarantees, territorial questions and mechanisms to push talks forward despite Russian resistance.
• What are the consequences of Israel’s expanding West Bank settlements Christmas returned to Bethlehem and parts of the Holy Land even as settlement expansion and violence cast a shadow over the season. Observers warn Israeli settlement moves and ongoing clashes risk derailing fragile local calm.
• Turkish police arrest 115 ISIL suspects in nationwide holiday raids Turkish security forces conducted coordinated raids ahead of the holidays, detaining scores of suspects accused of plotting attacks on Christmas and New Year celebrations. Authorities said the moves disrupted alleged ISIL cells and prevented planned strikes.
• Jailed ex‑President Bolsonaro undergoes ‘successful’ hernia surgery Brazil’s jailed ex‑president Jair Bolsonaro underwent surgery while serving a lengthy prison sentence, his family said. The operation and Bolsonaro’s health status have political ramifications as his party and allies prepare for upcoming contests.
• Nvidia strikes deal to acquire Groq in largest chip purchase yet Nvidia moved to acquire Groq in a blockbuster AI chip agreement valued around $20 billion, consolidating the company’s grip on advanced AI hardware. The deal sends shockwaves through the chip industry and raises fresh regulatory and competition questions.
• Single ticket wins $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot in Arkansas A single Powerball ticket sold in Arkansas claimed the $1.817 billion Christmas Eve jackpot, the second largest in U.S. history. State lottery officials are validating the winning ticket as payout options and claims procedures are prepared.
• Democratic senators alarmed as Trump recalls dozens of career diplomats Democratic senators and lawmakers pressed the White House over a recall of dozens of career diplomats, warning the move undermines U.S. diplomacy and global posture. The dispute highlights friction between the administration and foreign policy institutions.
• Kennedy Center jazz host cancels Christmas Eve show after name change The Kennedy Center’s board renaming and the addition of the president’s name sparked walkouts and cancellations of a longstanding holiday jazz show. Artists protested the move, citing principle and concerns over politicization of cultural institutions.
• Trump posts ‘Merry Christmas to all including the Radical Left Scum’ President Trump’s Christmas messages and social posts drew criticism for attacking opponents and threatening media outlets. The White House saw backlash over rhetoric aimed at broadcasters and political foes during the holiday period.
• National planning group to review White House ballroom project in January Plans for a controversial White House ballroom and East Wing modernization will face public review in January. Federal planning panels will weigh a project that has drawn scrutiny over scale, cost and presidential use of public grounds.

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