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Decembers peak in high-end fragrance sales in the US, with fragrances accounting for a quarter of all perfume sales, has retailers like Macys ramping up. Beauty advisers are trained on trends like matte makeup and juicy fruit scents, guiding shoppers influenced by TikTok. Diors business manager shares tips for selling fragrances, emphasizing engagement, letting customers browse, and steering them to mid-range intensity scents. These strategies contribute to fragrances continued popularity this season.

Japans H3 rocket launch ends in failure, jeopardizing satellite plans and homegrown positioning system.

Asian stock markets surged higher Monday, driven by a rebound in AI-related shares on Wall Street. Tokyos Nikkei 225 climbed 1.8% to 50,402.39, boosted by big jumps in chip makers like Tokyo Electron and Advantest. U.S. futures also pointed higher after Fridays rally. The Bank of Japan raised its key policy rate, but the yen weakened, and the dollar fetched 157.40 yen early Monday. Other Asian markets joined the party, with South Koreas Kospi rising 2.1%, Taiwans Taiex gaining 1.6%, Hong Kongs Hang Seng edging up 0.1%, Shanghai advancing 0.7%, and Australias index picking up 0.9%. In the U.S., the S&P 500 rose 0.9%, the Nasdaq jumped 1.3%, and the Dow added 0.4%. Oracle soared 6.6% on news of a new TikTok U.S. joint venture deal, while homebuilders dipped after slower sales data and consumer sentiment showed only a slight uptick. Oil prices ticked higher, with U.S. crude at $57.20 a barrel and Brent at $61.17. The euro slipped against the dollar, signaling markets are betting on more AI-driven gains ahead.

Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bomb Attack: Ukrainian Intelligence Suspected A high-ranking Russian military official, Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, was assassinated in a car bomb explosion in Moscow. Sarvarov, head of the armed forces operational training department, was a key figure in Russias military setup. The Investigative Committee is probing the incident, with Ukrainian intelligence involvement being a main theory. The killing comes amidst ongoing tensions from the war in Ukraine, where high-profile assassinations have occurred. Investigators are still gathering details on the bomb placement and potential culprits.

Actor James Ransone, known for his role in The Wire, passes away at 46; tributes pour in for his raw performances; details on cause of death awaited.

In response to the Bondi shootings, New South Wales lawmakers swiftly pass gun control and protest regulation laws. These measures include banning certain chants, limiting gun licenses, and granting police broader powers. While Premier Chris Minns defends the changes as crucial for safety, civil rights groups and gun owners criticize them as infringements on free speech and unfair targeting. Jewish leaders and survivors, however, welcome the reforms as a step towards closing safety gaps and addressing rising hate. As debates intensify, Australia navigates the challenge of balancing security and cherished freedoms amidst grief.

Kansas City Chiefs face quarterback crisis, losing to Titans; Patrick Mahomes out, Gardner Minshew injured; Chris Oladokun steps in, team prays for injured QBs; Chiefs host Denver on Thursday, likely with third starter in three weeks.

Intelligence from NATO countries suggests Russia is developing a new anti-satellite weapon targeting Elon Musks Starlink network. This system, using tiny pellets, could wipe out hundreds of thousands of satellites, causing massive collateral damage. Experts are divided on Russias likelihood to use it, but the threat is real, as Starlink has been vital for Ukraines battlefield communications. This development raises fears of a chaotic space arms race.

New court documents unveil chilling details of the deadly Bondi Beach Hanukkah attack, revealing a meticulously planned terrorist plot by Naveed Akram and his father Sajid, inspired by ISIS ideology. The pair, armed with explosives and firearms, targeted a Jewish festival, killing fifteen people. Naveed now faces multiple charges, while his father was shot dead. The attack underscores the ongoing threat of radicalization and the need for vigilance.