American forces struck dozens of suspected ISIS sites, making good on President Trump’s vow to avenge two American soldiers killed by the group last week. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/19/us/politics/us-islamic-state-strikes-syria.html Author : Eric Schmitt Publish date : 2025-12-19 21:54:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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A bill introduced Thursday looks to revive a presidential power from the age of sail, by which Trump could issue letters of marque to modern-day privateers. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/12/19/us-privateers-pirates-trump-letters-of-marque-bill/ Author : Tobi Raji Publish date : 2025-12-19 20:39:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
There are two legacies hanging in the balance this weekend in Phoenix as Turning Point USA puts on its annual AmericaFest conference, first is its late founder, Charlie Kirk’s and the other is President Donald Trump’s. At the convention center here in Arizona, as many as 25,000 attendees are expected to gather to celebrate the life of Kirk, who was tragically murdered just months ago, but also to try to chart a course forward for the movement he marshaled.Arriving a bit late on Thursday, I was greeted by Lucas, a TPUSA employee from Detroit in his mid-twenties. He was a picture-perfect
Thousands of people were without power in Colorado early Friday, and forecasters said some of the most extreme conditions were expected later in the day. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/19/weather/denver-winds-fire-colorado.html Author : Jack Healy and Amy Graff Publish date : 2025-12-19 19:22:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The nation’s past chief executives, with rare exceptions, have refrained from slapping their names on things while in office. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/12/19/trump-name-kennedy-center-peace-institute/ Author : Karen Tumulty Publish date : 2025-12-19 17:29:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Philip Rivers knew what he signed up for when he joined the Indianapolis Colts last week.A semifinalist for the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class, Rivers' eligibility was pushed back another five years after again becoming an active player. He will now be eligible to join Canton in 2031.Rivers, 44, played his first game in nearly five years last week and almost came out with a victory over the Seattle Seahawks.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Ryan Fitzpatrick was asked on Barstool Sports' "Pardon My Take" if he had ever considered a comeback, but the career journeyman, who
The loan will cover two-thirds of the country’s financial needs for the next two years. It also bolsters Ukraine’s position in ongoing peace talks. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/19/world/europe/ukraine-russia-frozen-assets-loan.html Author : Constant Méheut Publish date : 2025-12-19 16:10:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
A hemispheric focus makes little sense for a global economic and military giant. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/12/19/trump-monroe-doctrine-dangerous/ Author : Fareed Zakaria Publish date : 2025-12-19 14:20:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
When Stephanie got pregnant with her first child at age 32, she channeled her limited energy and finances towards things like preparing space in her home and gathering supplies. The task, and cost, of securing and taking prenatal vitamins fell by the wayside. As an unemployed mom in Columbia, South Carolina, she’s not alone. The state is home to a high number of women of reproductive age who lack health insurance — one in eight to be exact — and even more who don’t have access to proper prenatal care. The effects can be dire, contributing to birth defects, preterm birth, and
Food security experts said a famine reported in August had been alleviated but that the situation remained dire across the enclave, despite a cease-fire in October and greater flows of aid. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/19/world/middleeast/gaza-hunger-report-israel.html Author : Adam Rasgon Publish date : 2025-12-19 14:22:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Spotty wind damage and power outages are possible. Mainly cooler ahead. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2025/12/19/dc-weather-live-updates-stormy-windy/ Author : A. Camden Walker Publish date : 2025-12-19 12:52:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel grew emotional during an end-of-year thank-you message to viewers, expressing gratitude for helping him get through what he called an especially "hard year."During the year's final episode of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on Thursday, the host thanked his fans for their support during what he described as an "extended psychotic episode that we’re in the middle of.""It has been a hard year. We’ve had some lows. We’ve had some highs — for me, maybe more than any year of my life, but all of us — I’m crying already, sorry. But on behalf of all of us
President Volodymyr Zelensky said in Brussels, where the leaders had gathered, that without the money, his country would have to reduce its drone production significantly. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/18/world/europe/ukraine-zelensky-russia-putin.html Author : Maria Varenikova Publish date : 2025-12-19 11:38:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The Capitals, reeling after blowout losses at Winnipeg and Minnesota, find themselves well suited to the comforts of home in a 4-0 win over Toronto. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/12/18/maple-leafs-capitals-game-story-lines/ Author : Bailey Johnson Publish date : 2025-12-19 03:42:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The man accused of committing a mass shooting at Brown University entered the country under the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program lottery in 2017 and was given a green card, Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a post on X.Noem also said that she is instructing U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to pause the visa program following President Donald Trump's direction."The Brown University shooter, Claudio Manuel Neves Valente entered the United States through the diversity lottery immigrant visa program (DV1) in 2017 and was granted a green card. This heinous individual should never have been allowed in our
The annual news conference sets the Kremlin’s tone for the next year and highlights President Vladimir V. Putin’s grip over Russia. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/18/world/europe/putin-russia-ukraine.html Author : Ivan Nechepurenko Publish date : 2025-12-19 09:17:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
With a headlong plunge into the global video game sector, what is Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman playing at? Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/12/19/saudi-arabia-video-games-esports-mbs/ Author : Mikhail Klimentov Publish date : 2025-12-19 05:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The Seattle Seahawks mastered the art of the 2-point conversion on Thursday night as Sam Darnold led an incredible comeback win against the Los Angeles Rams, 38-37, in what NFL fans were calling the game of the year.Darnold led the Seahawks on a nine-play, 65-yard drive that ended with a touchdown pass to Jaxon Smith-Njigba to answer Matthew Stafford’s touchdown pass to Puka Nacua to take the lead. Seattle went for two to win the game and Darnold found tight end Eric Saubert wide open in the end zone for the win. Saubert didn’t receive a target the entire night.CLICK
The program is expected to take hundreds of thousands of firearms out of circulation, the prime minister said on Friday. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/19/world/asia/australia-gun-buyback-bondi-shooting.html Author : Yan Zhuang and Damien Cave Publish date : 2025-12-19 05:57:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
She is frustrated that they have to schedule their life around her boyfriend’s babysitting obligations. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/advice/2025/12/19/asking-eric-babysitting-too-much/ Author : R. Eric Thomas Publish date : 2025-12-19 05:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Los Angeles Rams star Puka Nacua once again went after NFL officiating as he posted critical remarks on social media following the team’s overtime loss to the Seattle Seahawks.Nacua, who had a huge game in the 38-37 defeat, made a clear jab at officials. But the post was quickly deleted from his X account.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM"Can you say I was wrong," the post read. "Appreciate you stripes for your contribution. Lol."Rams head coach Sean McVay was frustrated in the postgame press conference. He had no answers for Nacua’s post as he said he didn’t know
The Bank of Japan moved to slow inflation as the prime minister is borrowing more to fund an ambitious effort to build up industry and support households. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/18/business/bank-of-japan-rates-inflation.html Author : River Akira Davis Publish date : 2025-12-19 03:28:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The $6 billion deal between Trump Media and Technology Group and TAE Technologies aimed at bringing fusion energy to the market raises conflict of interest questions. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/12/18/trump-media-merge-with-fusion-power-developer-6-billion-deal/ Author : Evan Halper, Drew Harwell Publish date : 2025-12-18 22:06:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
The longest-serving governor of North Carolina, Jim Hunt, died Thursday at the age of 88.His daughter, Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt, announced the Democratic leader’s death in a statement on X."It is with deep sadness that I share the passing of my beloved daddy and hero, former Governor Jim Hunt," she wrote."He devoted his life to serving the people of North Carolina, guided by a belief that public service should expand opportunity, strengthen communities, and always put people first. His leadership and compassion left a lasting impact on so many across our state."CONGRESS TO HOLD CRIME HEARING IN CHARLOTTE FOLLOWING DEADLY
Pandas have stood for friendship between China and Japan since 1972. But the last two are about to go, and a dispute over Taiwan could get in the way of sending more. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/18/world/asia/japan-china-pandas.html Author : Javier C. Hernández and Hisako Ueno Publish date : 2025-12-19 01:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.