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General Hospital legend Anthony Geary, known for his iconic role as Luke Spencer, has passed away at 78. His death, due to surgical complications, marks the end of a career spanning four decades. Geary, a Daytime Emmy winner, was celebrated for his portrayal of Luke, especially alongside Genie Franciss Laura, creating one of TVs most famous super couples. His impact on daytime television and pop culture is immeasurable, with his characters wedding drawing a record 30 million viewers. Gearys legacy as a talented actor and cultural icon will continue to resonate.

Yale Universitys Humanitarian Research Lab uncovers evidence suggesting the Rapid Support Forces in Sudans el-Fasher city may have hidden mass killings by burying and burning bodies. The RSF, accused of crimes against humanity, is alleged to have disposed of tens of thousands of bodies after capturing the city. The UN calls this conflict the worlds worst humanitarian disaster, with the RSF accused of massacring civilians as el-Fasher fell. The HRLs report indicates a systematic campaign of body disposal, with satellite images showing clusters of activity outside the city, suggesting people were killed as they tried to escape.

Ukraines largest energy provider, DTEK, is grappling with a relentless crisis due to Russian attacks on its power grid, leading to widespread power cuts and lengthy outages. President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that Russia is using winter cold as a weapon, causing Ukrainians to shelter in basements. DTEK has been repeatedly targeted, with tens of thousands in Odesa without electricity for days. Ukrainians now rely on backup power sources, and DTEK faces challenges in finding spare parts for repairs.

Australias Prime Minister hailed fruit shop owner Ahmed al Ahmed as a national hero for confronting a gunman during a terrorist attack on a Hanukkah event in Sydney. Mr. Ahmed, shot multiple times, is scheduled for further surgery and has received widespread support, including from former US President Donald Trump and a US billionaire. His bravery in disarming the alleged gunman and signaling to police has inspired many.

This holiday season, the story of artificial Christmas trees reveals a complex global trade narrative. Despite tariffs causing a price hike, most American companies wont move production back to the U.S. due to labor intensity, component availability, and price sensitivity. The convenience and cost of overseas production make domestic manufacturing largely unfeasible, potentially impacting sales and the joy of Christmas for some.

Los Angeles police prepare to present their case against Nick Reiner, accused of killing his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, in a shocking Brentwood home tragedy. Rob, a celebrated actor and director, and Michele, a photographer and LGBTQ+ advocate, were well-known and loved in Hollywood and political circles. Nick, struggling with addiction, was seen with his family just months ago. The Reiners were influential in entertainment and liberal causes, leaving many mourning their sudden and violent deaths.

Thousands bid farewell to beloved pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei at Tokyos Ueno Zoo, as they prepare to return to China. The twins departure marks Japans first panda-less period in over fifty years, with uncertain prospects for new pandas due to strained Japan-China relations. Despite current tensions, hope remains for future panda diplomacy, as pandas were first sent to Japan in 1972 to mark normalized diplomatic ties.

Authorities hunt for gunman after Brown University shooting; community frustrated with security measures; reward offered for information leading to arrest

EU Envoys Race to Finalize Plan for Ukraines Financial Lifeline: Billions in Frozen Russian Assets at Stake European Union envoys are working tirelessly to finalize a plan to use billions of dollars in frozen Russian assets as collateral for a large loan to support Ukraines economic and military needs over the next two years. The urgency is underscored by Swedens EU Affairs Minister, Jessica Rosencrantz, who warns that the cost of inaction is far greater than the risk of Russian retaliation. However, Belgium, where most of these assets are held, opposes the plan due to fears of legal action from Moscow. The EU froze these assets after Russias invasion of Ukraine and is now considering two main options: a reparations loan or borrowing on financial markets. The reparations loan has political advantages but requires only a qualified majority vote, while borrowing on markets needs unanimous approval. European Council President António Costa insists that leaders should not leave Brussels until a decision is reached, aiming to provide a significant financial security guarantee for Ukraine.