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Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin supports wide receiver DK Metcalf, despite his two-game suspension for swiping at a fan. Metcalfs appeal was denied, and hes out for the final two games. Tomlin didnt reveal details of Metcalfs side of the story, but hinted at possible legal issues. Meanwhile, rookie Roman Wilson may step up, and star linebacker T.J. Watt could return soon. The Steelers need one more win to claim the AFC North title, facing Cleveland this Sunday and hosting Baltimore on January fourth.

Rupert Murdochs media empire crumbles as family feud over control of Fox Corp and News Corp leads to permanent split, with Lachlan Murdoch emerging as CEO and the siblings left out in the cold.

Park Chan-wooks No Other Choice is a dark satire about a mans desperate struggle after losing his job, inspired by Donald Westlakes The Ax. The film, starring Lee Byung-hun and Son Ye-jin, explores themes of class, unemployment, and modern lifes challenges. With its stylish cinematography and unsettling narrative, its a must-watch, rated R for mature content.

Trumps New Immigration Deal with Palau: A Controversial Move for Migrant Handling The U.S. and Palau have agreed on a new memorandum of understanding, focusing on transferring third-country nationals with no criminal histories to Palau. This move comes amidst criticism from U.S. Catholic bishops and Pope Francis against tough immigration enforcement. However, Palaus rejection of a similar proposal in July and its non-signatory status to the 1951 UN Refugee Convention add complexity. The deal could open new paths for migrant handling, but faces pushback from courts and faith leaders, indicating the debate is far from over.

Former Nebraska Senator Ben Sasse, known for his conservative yet independent stance, announced he has stage-four pancreatic cancer. Despite the grim prognosis, Sasse remains determined, drawing strength from recent medical advancements. His career, marked by principled stands and a willingness to challenge party lines, includes a stint as a Senate Republican and a brief tenure as University of Florida president. Sasse is now focusing on living fully, turning this challenging chapter into one of resilience and grace.

President Trump extends G20 summit invitations to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, leveraging stronger ties in Central Asia rich in minerals. This move counters China and Russias influence, while also rewarding allies and pressuring others, as seen in his decision to bar South Africa from the 2026 summit.

The U.S. Coast Guard is engaged in a high-stakes standoff with a Venezuela-linked oil tanker, the Bella one, which has refused boarding since Sunday. The Coast Guard, responsible for enforcing U.S. sanctions, is awaiting the arrival of elite Maritime Security Response Teams to seize the vessel. This pursuit highlights the Coast Guards limited resources compared to the Trump administrations ambitious plans, as they juggle drug busts, rescues, and now tanker chases. Despite the White Houses active pursuit, the Coast Guard faces a readiness crisis due to decades of underfunding.

New South Wales, Australia, enacts strict gun laws and anti-terror measures following a deadly Bondi Beach shooting, capping individual gun licenses at four and banning symbols from groups like Islamic State. The bill, supported by both Labor and Liberals, faces opposition from rural Nationals and activist groups, who plan a legal challenge, accusing the government of stifling protests against Israel. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese pushes federal hate speech laws and visa crackdowns to combat rising antisemitism.

The US State Department has imposed visa bans on five individuals accused of attempting to censor viewpoints on American social media platforms. The group includes Thierry Breton, former EU tech regulator, and Clare Melford from the Global Disinformation Index. Breton, known for his role in the EUs Digital Services Act, has clashed with Elon Musk over content moderation. Melfords group was accused of misusing US taxpayer money for blacklisting American speech. Other banned individuals include Imran Ahmed from the Center for Countering Digital Hate and leaders from Germanys HateAid. The move is part of a US pushback against foreign influence on American sovereignty, with more actions expected.