Protests have erupted in Aceh Province on the northern tip of Sumatra island, where anger and frustration are mounting over what many see as inadequate relief efforts by a distracted government. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/31/world/asia/indonesia-flood-recovery-aceh.html Author : Muktita Suhartono and Ulet Ifansasti Publish date : 2025-12-31 06:07:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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As President Donald Trump’s second term heads toward its second year, his doctrine for the Western Hemisphere, once seen as impractical, is taking real shape. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/12/31/year-donroe-doctrine/ Author : Ishaan Tharoor Publish date : 2025-12-31 05:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is expected to announce Wednesday that he will appoint Kamar Samuels, a longtime New York City educator and Manhattan superintendent, as the next schools chancellor, according to multiple reports.Samuels, who has been an educator with New York City public schools for almost two decades, is known for promoting racial diversity through school mergers and for working to dismantle the Gifted & Talented program, which some critics argue is racially biased, City & State reported.The schools chancellor oversees the nation’s largest public school system, educating more than 900,000 students across roughly 1,600 schools and employing roughly 135,000 people.Samuels
A Democrat turned Republican, he was the only Native American during three terms in the House of Representatives and in 12 years in the Senate. He was also a judo expert and an Olympian. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/30/us/politics/ben-nighthorse-campbell-dead.html Author : Robert D. McFadden Publish date : 2025-12-31 03:43:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The Coloradan was the only American Indian in the Senate during his tenure and helped lead the effort to build the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2025/12/30/ben-nighthorse-campbell-colorado-senator-obituary/ Author : Tom Hamburger Publish date : 2025-12-31 02:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Authorities in Pennsylvania revealed Monday that officers located a missing elderly person in a wooded area amid bitter cold temperatures, thanks to the use of a drone equipped with thermal imaging.The West Chester Police Department (WCPD) said an officer, cross-trained as a drone pilot, stepped in after the department was contacted by a neighboring agency to assist in a search and rescue effort on Sunday.The pilot used a drone equipped with thermal imaging and a spotlight to help guide officers on the ground to the person's location.Photos released by authorities show the thermal imaging outline of the missing person as
The actor and his wife, human rights lawyer Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship. He has spoken fondly of life with their children in a farmhouse they bought in Provence. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/30/world/europe/george-clooney-amal-french-citizenship.html Author : Matthew Mpoke Bigg Publish date : 2025-12-30 23:03:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Readers respond to Post articles and commentary. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/12/30/bernie-sanders-medicare-nhs-reparations/ Author : Letters to the Editor Publish date : 2025-12-30 22:09:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
New Jersey authorities are using drones to search for a runaway wallaby who hopped his way off an animal farm in Gloucester County on Monday night.Rex, a 3-year-old wallaby, wandered away from the Lots of Love Farm in Williamstown after a gate was allegedly left unlatched overnight.The missing marsupial was later spotted in a Walmart parking lot nearly five miles from the farm Tuesday morning.Sue Layden, who owns the animal sanctuary with her husband, told Fox News Digital they have had Rex for a few years and he "loves people," along with romaine lettuce.AI DRONE FINDS MISSING HIKER'S REMAINS IN
A Times investigation reveals the inside story of the Trump administration’s chaotic push for a peace deal and its erratic role in the war. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/30/world/europe/ukraine-us-russia-takeaways.html Author : Adam Entous Publish date : 2025-12-30 22:16:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Sunshine should prevail today, but temperatures are about 20 degrees colder than Monday. It feels 30 to 40 degrees colder due to strong winds continuing. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2025/12/30/dc-weather-live-updates-wind-chill-snow-shower/ Author : Matt Rogers, Ian Livingston Publish date : 2025-12-30 20:05:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The Golden State Warriors dynasty was effectively launched in 2014. The franchise went on to win four NBA titles over eight years.The rise to prominence after decades of irrelevance, combined with a star-studded roster that continues to feature Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, thrust the Warriors into the company of the NBA’s marquee teams. That status has made Golden State a regular selection to play on Christmas Day, appearing in each of the past 13 seasons.The Warriors last won the NBA Finals in 2022, and the roster has undergone some turnover in the past few seasons, though Golden State managed
President Trump has become a common theme in races around the world. Our Canada bureau chief, Matina Stevis-Gridneff, gives a rundown of some of the results. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/video/world/100000010590784/the-trump-effect-on-global-elections.html Author : Matina Stevis-Gridneff, Melanie Bencosme, Karen Hanley, Laura Salaberry and James Surdam Publish date : 2025-12-30 19:27:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The Patriots climb the list, while the Broncos and Bears have cause for concern as the playoffs approach. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/12/30/nfl-power-rankings-week-18/ Author : Neil Greenberg Publish date : 2025-12-30 14:58:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
During peak holiday travel, one of the most infectious diseases was detected at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey.A case of measles was identified in a passenger at terminals B & C on Dec. 12, according to a New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) press release. "Measles symptoms include a high fever, cough, runny nose, watery red eyes, and a rash that usually appears between three and five days after symptoms begin," the release says. YOUR HOLIDAY TRAVEL PLANS COULD BE RUINED IF YOU WEAR ONE PARTICULAR ITEM TO THE AIRPORT"The rash usually begins as flat red spots that appear
President Trump achieved his goal of shrinking the work force. But many current and former officials say the government is less dependable and efficient than it was a year ago. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/30/us/politics/trump-federal-government-fallout.html Author : Eileen Sullivan Publish date : 2025-12-30 17:02:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
He became one of the country’s biggest names in gospel, with songs that were covered by Destiny’s Child, Whitney Houston and Stevie Wonder. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2025/12/30/richard-smallwood-dead-gospel/ Author : Ethan Beck Publish date : 2025-12-30 16:28:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Federal authorities are launching a "massive operation" in Minnesota on Tuesday to "identify, arrest, and remove criminals who are defrauding the American people," the Department of Homeland Security said. "Our investigative agents are conducting a massive operation to identify, arrest, and remove criminals who are defrauding the American people. We will root out this rampant fraud plaguing Minnesota," the agency wrote on X. This story is breaking. Please check back for updates. Source link : https://www.foxnews.com/us/feds-launch-massive-operation-minnesota-fraud-scandal Author : Publish date : 2025-12-30 17:14:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The high-speed train service connecting Britain and continental Europe was paralyzed on Tuesday during one of the busiest travel weeks of the year. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/30/world/europe/eurostar-canceled-channel-tunnel-london-paris.html Author : Jenny Gross, Amelia Nierenberg and Ana Castelain Publish date : 2025-12-30 14:47:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
From scientific breakthroughs to random acts of kindness, here’s your reminder of some of the hopeful things that happened this year. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2025/12/30/good-news-stories-2025/ Author : Maggie Penman Publish date : 2025-12-30 13:02:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Pop star Chappell Roan walked back a brief tribute to French screen icon Brigitte Bardot, who died Sunday, after fans criticized the late actress’ history of controversial views."Holy s--- I did not know all that insane s--- Ms. Bardot stood for I do not condone this. Very disappointing to learn," the "Pink Pony Club" singer, 27, wrote in her Instagram Story on Monday.Roan had previously paid a brief tribute to Bardot by pointing out that she had been the inspiration for her 2023 hit "Red Wine Supernova," and tacking on a message for her to "rest in peace."Fan backlash preceded
The Saudi-led coalition said a strike on a port in southern Yemen was targeting weapons bound for a separatist group that is backed by the United Arab Emirates. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/30/world/middleeast/yemen-saudi-strike-uae.html Author : Saeed Al-Batati and Ismaeel Naar Publish date : 2025-12-30 12:10:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Armed with a quorum and GOP majority, Chair Andrea Lucas is pressing new priorities — such as dismantling DEI — that criticis say have turned the agency’s mission “on its head.” Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/12/30/trump-eeoc-dei-andrea-lucas/ Author : Taylor Telford Publish date : 2025-12-30 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
OpenAI says it is taking stronger steps to protect teens using its chatbot. Recently, the company updated its behavior guidelines for users under 18 and released new AI literacy tools for parents and teens. The move comes as pressure mounts across the tech industry. Lawmakers, educators, and child safety advocates want proof that AI companies can protect young users. Several recent tragedies have raised serious questions about the role AI chatbots may play in teen mental health. While the updates sound promising, many experts say the real test will be how these rules work in practice.Sign up for my FREE
Detty December means a month of “back to back to back” partying in Nigeria’s megacity, both for locals and visiting members of the diaspora. Bring your stamina, dancing shoes and wads of cash. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/30/world/africa/detty-december-lagos-nigeria.html Author : Ruth Maclean and Taiwo Aina Publish date : 2025-12-30 08:51:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.