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Tensions rise as U.S. seizes Venezuelan oil tanker, sparking calls for congressional oversight. Senator Rand Paul, along with Democratic colleagues, introduces War Powers Resolution to prevent unauthorized military action. Concerns grow as lawmakers warn against sleepwalking into a war with Venezuela.

Iceland joins Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, and Slovenia in withdrawing from Eurovision 2023 due to Israels participation, following EBUs refusal to remove Kan, Israels public broadcaster.

Miamis new mayor-elect, Eileen Higgins, emphasizes affordability crisis, tech modernization, and affordable housing. Higgins, the first Democrat in 30 years to win Miamis mayoral office, secures a decisive victory over Republican Emilio Gonzalez. The high cost of living in Miami, with housing costs fifty-nine percent above the national average, significantly impacts residents. Higgins, set to become Miamis first female mayor, addresses dehumanizing rhetoric and promises a new direction for the city.

Teslas Used Cars Struggle in Reliability Study: Newer Models Shine, But Older Ones Face Issues

McDonalds Dutch AI-Generated Christmas Ad Faces Backlash, Sparking Debate on AI in Advertising McDonalds Netherlands AI-generated Christmas ad, titled Its the Most Terrible Time of the Year, aimed to showcase the stressful side of the holidays. However, it faced widespread criticism online, with viewers feeling it ruined their Christmas spirit. The fast-food giant acknowledged the backlash and removed the ad, stating that for many, this period is actually the most wonderful time of the year. Meanwhile, the company behind the ad defended its use of AI, highlighting the significant effort involved. This situation has sparked further debate on AI in advertising, as other big brands like Coca-Cola also experiment with AI in their holiday campaigns.

Senator Rand Paul and other lawmakers express concerns over a recent U.S. operation seizing a Venezuelan oil tanker, fearing it could escalate into war. Paul, known for his anti-intervention stance, joins Democrats in a War Powers Resolution to prevent unauthorized military action in Venezuela. The situation remains tense as Venezuela condemns the seizure and questions U.S. involvement in the region.

The House of Representatives has passed a significant defense policy bill, authorizing $900 billion for military programs. The National Defense Authorization Act, passed with broad bipartisan support, includes a pay raise for troops, weapons acquisition reforms, and continued support for allies like Ukraine. The bill also cuts climate and diversity efforts, increases congressional oversight, and ends the war in Iraq. It now moves to the Senate for approval.

Six more states join Trumps Make America Healthy Again initiative, agreeing to limit food assistance benefits to healthier food choices. Hawaii, Missouri, North Dakota, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia will now prohibit the purchase of junk food items like sodas, energy drinks, and candy. States receiving additional federal support for adopting these bans, with changes set to begin January 1st.

U.S. Ambassador to Turkey, Tom Barrack, faces Republican backlash for suggesting Israel may not be a true democracy. His comments, made at the Doha Forum, have been met with criticism from senators like John Kennedy, James Lankford, and Joni Ernst, who defend Israels democratic status. The ambassadors remarks come at a sensitive time, potentially complicating U.S. policy and straining relations with a key ally.