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Federal Judge Cancels Trial of Mistakenly Deported Salvadoran Man: A hearing is set for January twenty-eighth to decide if prosecutors are being vindictive in charging Kilmar Abrego Garcia with human smuggling. Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran man with legal protections, was mistakenly deported by the Trump administration and later brought back to the U.S. He denies the smuggling charges, stemming from a 2022 traffic stop, and claims hes being unfairly targeted. Prosecutors must justify the charges at the upcoming hearing, or the case could be dismissed.

This Sunday, Guinea and the Central African Republic hold presidential elections, with incumbents favored to win. In Guinea, General Mamadi Doumbouya, who led a coup last year, is the main contender. In the Central African Republic, President Faustin-Archange Touadéra seeks a third term despite constitutional changes and opposition boycotts. Both elections signal progress amid ongoing challenges and human rights concerns, stabilizing the region and allowing these nations to navigate their paths forward.

Actor Mario Rodriguez files a second lawsuit against Tyler Perry, alleging sexual assault and battery over several years. Rodriguez, who appeared in Boo! A Madea Halloween, claims Perry made unwanted advances, including assault at Perrys home. The lawsuit details inappropriate touching and other incidents from 2014 to 2019. Rodriguez resisted the advances but decided to speak out after hearing about similar claims from another actor, Derek Dixon. Perrys lawyer denies all allegations, while Lionsgate has not commented. The new lawsuit adds claims of emotional distress, highlighting power dynamics in Hollywood.

Revisit the summers under-the-radar events in our third Christmas quiz, covering July to September. Test your memory of global politics, weird science breakthroughs, and more. Catch up on parts one and two, and tune in tomorrow for the final roundup. Share your scores and debate on social media.

This Sunday, the Chicago Bears and San Francisco Forty Niners face off in a high-stakes matchup, both with eleven wins and four losses. The Bears boast a strong nine wins against the spread, while the Niners are ten and five. Both teams secured their playoff spots last week, with the Bears edging the Packers and the Niners crushing the Colts. The Bears lead the league in turnover margin and rushing, while the Niners shine in passing and scoring. The defensive backs are stealing the show, with Nahshon Wrights impressive stats for the Bears and Purdys historic performance for the Niners. The key battle is the Bears top-ranked rushing attack against the Niners stout run defense. Injuries are a concern for both teams, but with both peaking, expect a thrilling game under the lights at Levis Stadium.

Pakistans Foreign Ministry summoned Britains deputy high commissioner following a viral video from a Bradford rally, where a woman threatened Pakistans army chief with a car bombing. The rally supported jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who was sentenced to seventeen years for corruption. Pakistans deputy interior minister condemned the remarks, urging the UK to investigate. Tensions between Khans supporters and the military have escalated, with Khan accusing the military of a US-backed coup and the military calling Khan mentally ill. This incident highlights the deep divide between Khans supporters and the establishment.

Lebanons Cabinet Approves Plan to Return Depositors Money: A Step Towards Economic Recovery Lebanons Cabinet has taken a significant step towards resolving the countrys banking crisis by approving a draft law to address losses from the 2019 financial meltdown and establish a mechanism to repay depositors whose savings vanished when banks froze accounts. The plan, which passed with a narrow vote of thirteen in favor and nine against, aims to return money to everyday people who have been disproportionately affected by the crisis. Under the new law, smaller depositors, who make up eighty-five percent of account holders, will receive their full amounts back over four years. Larger accounts will receive up to one hundred thousand dollars in cash first, with the remaining balance converted into tradable bonds backed by the central banks fifty billion dollars in assets. The approval of the law comes amidst protests outside the government building, with citizens demanding action and expressing skepticism about the plans effectiveness. The banking crisis has been marked by a long-standing blame game, with banks accusing the government of corruption and critics alleging that banks operated a Ponzi scheme by paying old deposits with new money instead of maintaining reserves. The new law aligns with demands from the International Monetary Fund, which has been waiting for over five years for Lebanon to implement economic reforms. The Lebanese pound has lost more than ninety percent of its value against the dollar, pushing over half the population into poverty and forcing a cash-only lifestyle with zero trust in banks. With new leaders like President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Salam promising real change and committing to tackle the crisis head-on, the approval of the law could potentially restart Lebanons stalled recovery and restore some investor confidence.

Discover the vibrant celebration of Kwanzaa, a seven-day holiday honoring African culture and community, created in 1966 by Maulana Karenga. Celebrated from December 26th to New Years Day, Kwanzaa promotes unity, self-determination, and hope. With seven principles, or Nguzo Saba, families light candles, share stories, and feast on traditional dishes. Today, Kwanzaa is celebrated by three percent of Americans, with presidential recognition and special stamps. From home gatherings to city events, Kwanzaa fosters stronger bonds and a brighter future.

In a surprising turn, Ewa Sokola, a cardiologist from Poland, is suing her sister Kaja for defamation. Kaja, who testified against Harvey Weinstein, allegedly made false claims about Ewa, damaging her reputation and business. The lawsuit comes as Weinsteins own case remains unresolved, with a judge set to rule on January eighth about the jurys verdict.