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Kremlin envoy reports progress in Florida peace talks; Ukrainian President Zelenskyy agrees; Russian President Putin maintains demands; EU pledges €90 billion aid; reports of civilian displacement; diplomatic efforts continue amid battlefield tensions.

At Turning Point USAs AmericaFest, Erika Kirk navigates infighting as Ben Shapiro criticizes fellow conservatives, leading to sharp rebukes from Tucker Carlson, Steve Bannon, and Megyn Kelly. A divide emerges over Israel and antisemitism, with Carlson echoing left-wing views on Gaza. Meanwhile, JD Vance gains support for a potential 2028 presidential run, and the Make America Healthy movement aligns with MAGA forces, potentially reshaping Trumps coalition.

Saudi Arabias execution surge: A grim record of 347 deaths, with two-thirds on drug charges, many foreign nationals, and allegations of torture and unfair trials. Despite global outcry, the kingdom under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman continues to execute, leaving families in the dark and critics calling for an immediate halt.

Australia mourns Bondi Beach shooting victims, with a minutes silence held for the fifteen people killed, including a ten-year-old girl, a rabbi, and a Holocaust survivor. The event was marked by heavy security and protests against rising antisemitic attacks. The Jewish community, shaken but not surprised by the attack, calls for gun buybacks and security reviews to heal and protect.

Saudi Arabias Exclusive Alcohol Store: A Step Towards Liberalization Saudi Arabia has expanded access to its sole alcohol store, allowing wealthy foreign residents with Premium Residency to purchase booze. The store, located in Riyadhs Diplomatic Quarter, initially served non-Muslim diplomats but now caters to Premium Residency holders, including skilled professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs. The store, unmarked and with limited choices, has drawn long lines of customers, despite no official announcement. This move is part of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salmans efforts to liberalize the kingdom, attracting tourists and businesses while reducing oil dependence. However, locals and most residents still cannot access alcohol, which has been banned since the 1950s. The stores strict security measures and high prices reflect the cautious approach to this gradual modernization.

Chaos in San Francisco: A massive power outage leaves 130,000 residents and businesses in the dark, causing widespread disruptions and forcing nonessential trips to be skipped. PG&E investigates the cause while crews work to restore power.

Thousands gather at Stonehenge for winter solstice, marking the shortest day of the year and the start of astronomical winter. The ancient stone circle, built by farmers to track the suns path, becomes a spiritual gathering spot. After the solstice, daylight hours begin to lengthen, symbolizing renewal and hope.