Trump: U.S. struck Venezuelan drug facility ‘very hard,’ marking first land strike
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During a recent interview, President Donald Trump revealed that the United States struck a “big facility” on Venezuelan soil last week — a major escalation in the military campaign against socialist Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro.

New Jersey: Helicopter collision claims second pilot’s life, both identified by authorities
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Following Sunday’s mid-air collision between two helicopters in South Jersey — initially resulting in one fatality and the critical injury of another — the second pilot has now tragically succumbed to his injuries. Local authorities have since identified both men.

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Trump meets with Netanyahu for closed door meeting, answers questions on Gaza, Iran and Ukraine
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President Donald Trump welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to his Mar-a-Lago resort on Monday for a closed-door meeting focused on addressing Israel’s concerns over Iran’s ballistic missile program, in addition to advancing the currently fragile Gaza ceasefire.

Beijing encircles Taiwan with warships, bombers and missiles in ‘surprise, large-scale military exercise’ amid U.S. arms deal ‘fury’
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China launched large-scale military exercises, codenamed “Justice Mission 2025,” on Monday which reportedly involving warships, fighter jets, bombers, drones, long-range missiles and live-fire drills in zones designed to encircle Taiwan and simulate blockades of key ports.

Calif: 19 rescued in San Diego human trafficking sting ‘Operation Home for the Holidays’
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The multi-agency “Operation Home for the Holidays” sting operation, which launched earlier this month, resulted in the recovery and rescue of 19 victims across San Diego County in California.

Utah judge approves release of closed-door hearing trannoscript in Charlie Kirk case
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Utah District Judge Tony Graf ordered the release of a redacted trannoscript from an October closed-door hearing in the case of Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old suspect accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Elon Musk’s X to fund defense of Texas Republican woman targeted in ‘trans bathroom case’
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Social media company X, formerly known as Twitter, announced on Monday that it will support Michelle Evans’ legal defense against criminal prosecution stemming from a photo she posted of a man washing his hands in the women’s restroom at the Texas Capitol.

Noem launches ‘massive investigation’ into Somali-linked Minneapolis childcare fraud
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Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem announced the start of a “massive investigation on childcare and other rampant fraud” in Minneapolis on Monday, in response to an independent journalist’s reporting on massive alleged fraud tied to Somali-owned businesses.

Wyoming GOP Secy. of State Chuck Gray launches bid for U.S. House seat
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Wyoming Republican Secretary of State Chuck Gray officially announced his campaign for Wyoming’s at-large U.S. House seat in the 2026 election.

U.S. State Department announces $2B pledge for UN humanitarian aid under reformed program
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Following major foreign aid cuts by the Trump administration, the United States pledged $2 billion to the United Nations humanitarian aid program on Monday.

Nigeria: British boxer Anthony Joshua injured in car accident, 2 others killed
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British heavyweight Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal car accident in Nigeria on Monday morning, just weeks after his sixth-round knockout win over Jake Paul. While Joshua escaped with only minor injuries, the crash tragically claimed the lives of both his conditioning coach and personal trainer.

Trump admin launches $50B rural health fund: ‘High-quality, dependable care closer to home’
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The Trump administration formally launched the formation of the $50 billion rural health fund meant to “transform” rural health care by providing affordable, expanded access to care for Americans in all 50 states.

Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK’s granddaughter, passes at 35 following terminal cancer diagnosis
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Tatiana Schlossberg, an accomplished environmental journalist, author, and the granddaughter of 35th President John F. Kennedy, died on Monday at age 35 after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML), her family announced.

TPUSA Eyes 2028: Conservative group establishing early presidential campaign infrastructure for Vance in key states
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In light of newly appointed Turning Point USA (TPUSA) CEO Erika Kirk’s official endorsement of Vice President JD Vance, the conservative nonprofit is reportedly preparing to deploy representatives across key battleground states, moving from simply supporting Vance to actively building a 2028 campaign infrastructure for him.

N.Y. minimum wage set to increase on Jan. 1
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On January 1st, New York will raise its minimum wage to $17 an hour in New York City (NYC), Long Island, and Westchester County. As for the rest of the Empire State, the minimum wage will be $16 an hour.

Fmr NBA star Dwight Howard says Trump should consider introducing 1 yr. of mandatory military service: ‘Would this help America?’
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Former NBA star and 2025 Hall of Fame inductee Dwight Howard suggested that President Donald Trump implement at least one year of mandatory military service for U.S. citizens, sparking a heated online debate.

New dashcam video released of missing Texas teen as authorities warn she’s in ‘imminent danger’
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A new dashcam video released by Texas authorities may assist investigators in locating a missing teenage girl who has been unaccounted for since Christmas Eve. Authorities believe the 19-year-old is “in imminent danger.”

Kentucky: Shelter-in-Place order lifted following 31-car train derailment, no injuries reported
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Local authorities reported that a CSX train derailed 31 rail cars near Trenton in Todd County, Kentucky, close to the Kentucky-Tennessee border. One rail car had a large inventory of sulfur that ignited during the crash.

Melania posts end-of-the-year achievements led by her ‘Take It Down’ Act: ‘2025 FLOTUS Success Highlights’
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First Lady Melania Trump celebrated the end of a busy year on Monday by posting a checklist of her key accomplishments for 2025 on X, highlighting her focus on child welfare, online safety, education and international diplomacy during President Donald Trump’s second term.

Saudi Arabia conducts airstrike on Yemeni port city targeting shipment believed to be linked to UAE-backed separatists
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The UAE announced plans to withdraw all of its remaining forces in Yemen following the bombing of weapons shipments in Yemen’s port city of Mukalla by Saudi Arabia, which accused the UAE of sending weapons shipments to separatist forces.