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New South Wales, Australia, is implementing stricter gun laws and banning terrorist symbols following the Bondi mass shooting that left fifteen dead and dozens injured. The bill is expected to pass the upper house on Tuesday, limiting most gun licenses to four firearms. The alleged gunmen, father and son, owned six guns combined. A poll shows 75% of Australians support stricter gun laws, despite the country already having tightened rules after a 1996 massacre. The government also shut down an illegal Muslim prayer hall linked to a cleric who made intimidating statements against Jewish Australians. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the federal governments commitment to combating hate speech and violence.

Zoox Recalls 332 Vehicles Due to Software Glitch; Safety Agency Closes Probe

Former President Donald Trump escalates feud with New York Times, labeling it a serious threat to national security and enemy of the people in latest Truth Social post. The Times defends its work as fact-based journalism, emphasizing the importance of a free press. The ongoing conflict underscores the deep divide between the president and major media in todays political landscape.

Russia launches massive attack on Ukraine, killing at least three, including a child, just days before Christmas. Over 600 drones and 38 missiles hit homes and power grid, causing widespread blackouts amid freezing temperatures. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accuses Putin of aiming to prolong the war, hitting families at home during holidays. Despite U.S. efforts, peace efforts remain fragile as repair crews wait for safety to restore power.

New Pentagon report reveals Chinas rapid nuclear buildup, with over 100 intercontinental ballistic missiles in silo fields near Mongolia. Chinas nuclear warhead stockpile expected to exceed 1000 by 2030, outpacing other nuclear powers. U.S. officials worry this could spark a three-way arms race with Russia and America. Meanwhile, China plans to fight and win a war over Taiwan by 2027, raising stakes for global stability as key arms limits fade away.

The U.S. economy surged in Q3, with a 3.3% annualized growth rate, driven by robust consumer spending and business investment. However, this growth is uneven, with higher-income households and big businesses thriving, while middle and lower-income families and small businesses struggle. The fourth quarter faces headwinds from the government shutdown, which could slow growth. Inflation is up, prompting a Fed rate cut, but the future remains uncertain without cost relief and policy stability.

Chinas Nuclear Expansion: A Call for US Leadership in Disarmament - The Pentagon report reveals Chinas rapid nuclear stockpile growth, with over one hundred DF-31 missiles in silos near Mongolia. China urges the US, the top nuclear power, to lead disarmament efforts, as tensions rise over global nuclear balance.

Kansas City Chiefs Announce Move to New Stadium in Kansas: A Three Billion Dollar Project The Kansas City Chiefs have unveiled plans to build a new, domed stadium in Kansas City, Kansas, valued at three billion dollars. The project, set to be completed by the start of the 2031 season, will be funded by bonds repaid with sales and liquor taxes from the surrounding area. The new stadium will be located near the Kansas Speedway and the Legends retail district, and will include a three hundred million dollar practice facility in Olathe, as well as at least seven hundred million dollars in other local developments. The move, which was approved by Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, is expected to create over twenty thousand construction jobs. However, the decision has been met with disappointment in Missouri, where failed renovation plans for Arrowhead Stadium have left the team searching for a new home. The new stadium will offer year-round potential and the opportunity to host concerts, bowl games, and potentially even a Super Bowl.

Trump Appoints Special Envoy to Greenland, Escalating Tensions with Denmark President Donald Trump appoints Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry as a special envoy to Greenland, citing national security concerns due to Russian and Chinese ships near its coasts. Denmark strongly opposes the move, with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenlands Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen demanding respect for their sovereignty. The European Union backs Denmark, and polls show Greenlands residents prefer independence from Denmark but have no interest in joining the US. The US already has a military base on the island and sees it as a strategic location for Arctic advantages.