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From Pope Francis to Charlie Kirk, many deaths in 2025 had a wide impact

December 26, 2025

By BERNARD McGHEE - Associated Press

The world lost influential people in 2025, and some of their deaths had significant impacts. Pope Francis died in April, leading to the election of the first American pope. The fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in September sparked discussions about political violence. Virginia Giuffre’s suicide in April brought renewed attention to the Jeffrey Epstein case. Former U.S. Vice President Dick Cheney and other notable politicians also died. The entertainment industry mourned the loss of Gene Hackman, David Lynch, Roberta Flack, Hulk Hogan and other stars.

Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Financial Results and Announces New Stock Repurchase Program

December 26, 2025

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BERLIN, MD / ACCESS Newswire / December 26, 2025 / Calvin B. Taylor Bankshares, Inc. (the “Company”) (OTCQX:TYCB), the holding company of Calvin B. Taylor Bank (the “Bank”), today reported net income for the third quarter 2025 (“3Q25”) of $4.2 million, or $1.53 per share compared to net income of $3.9 million, or $1.42 per share for the second quarter…

Christmas in Venezuela, polleras and more top photos this week in Latin America and the Caribbean

December 26, 2025

By The Associated Press

Dec. 19–25, 2025 Venezuelan migrants, who abandoned hope of reaching the United States, celebrated Christmas at their home in Maracay, Venezuela. Mountain guide Ana Lia Gonzales climbed the Huayna Potosí glacier wearing a pollera, a traditional dress of Indigenous women in Bolivia’s highlands. This gallery was curated by photo editor Jon Orbach, based in Mexico City. AP photography: https://apnews.com/photography Instagram:…

America250 Announces Celebration of America Turning 250 on New Year’s Eve in Times Square

December 26, 2025

Business Wire

WASHINGTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dec 26, 2025–As the clock strikes midnight in Times Square, America will celebrate turning 250. America250, the nonpartisan organization charged by Congress with leading the celebration and commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, together with One Times Square and the Times Square Alliance, today announce a surprise second post-midnight moment on New…

Processa Pharmaceuticals and 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals Interviews to Air on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money(TM) Show on Bloomberg TV

December 26, 2025

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ORLANDO, FL / ACCESS Newswire / December 26, 2025 / RedChip Companies will air interviews with Processa Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq:PCSA) and 60 Degrees Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:SXTP) on the RedChip Small Stocks, Big Money™ show, a sponsored program on Bloomberg TV this Saturday, December 27, at 7 p.m. Eastern Time (ET). Bloomberg TV is available in an estimated 73 million homes…

Welfare Solutions for Jobless Growth in the AI Era: Seoul Stepping Stone Income

December 26, 2025

Business Wire

SEOUL, South Korea–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dec 26, 2025–The Seoul Metropolitan Government announced the overall outcomes of the three-year Seoul Stepping Stone Income Project (SSIP) at the Seoul International Forum on Stepping Stone Income 2025 (SIFSI 2025) on Tuesday, December 23. Alongside world-renowned economics and welfare scholars, the city government presented policy effectiveness evaluation and discussed the future direction of income security systems.This…

Aptevo Therapeutics Announces 1-for-18 Reverse Stock Split

December 26, 2025

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SEATTLE, WA / ACCESS Newswire / December 26, 2025 / Aptevo Therapeutics Inc. (NASDAQ:APVO), a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing novel immune-oncology therapeutics based on its proprietary ADAPTIR™ and ADAPTIR-FLEX™ platform technologies, today announced that it will conduct a reverse stock split of its outstanding shares of common stock, par value $0.001 per share (“Common Stock”), at a ratio…

How the Terms of SMX’s $111 Million Capital Facility Shape the Valuation Discussion

December 26, 2025

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NEW YORK, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 26, 2025 / Public-market capital raises are often interpreted through a narrow lens, especially in the small-cap universe. They are frequently treated as retroactive signals, with the assumption that issuing capital below the prevailing share price creates a gravitational pull back toward that level.That framework can be relevant for companies that rely…

Japan’s Cabinet OKs record defense budget that aims to deter China

December 26, 2025

By MARI YAMAGUCHI - Associated Press

Japan’s Cabinet has approved a record defense budget plan exceeding 9 trillion yen for the coming year. The approval on Friday aims to fortify strike-back capability and coastal defense with cruise missiles and unmanned arsenals as tensions rise in the region. The draft budget for fiscal 2026 beginning April is up 9.4% from the previous year. The increase marks the fourth year in Japan’s five-year program designed to double annual arms spending to 2% of gross domestic product. It comes as relations between Japan and China worsened over remarks about Taiwan.

ICYMI: Close out 2025 with these great reads from AP

December 26, 2025

By The Associated Press

As 2025 wraps up, The Associated Press has curated a list of memorable stories and enjoyable reads published this year. You may have missed them in the flurry of news and the busyness of living. There are storybook endings and heartbreak. Some are stranger than fiction, and others take you behind the scenes. Even if you read them the first time around, the stories on this “in case you missed it” list are worth revisiting.

A Christmas Message to the DEA’s Diversion Anti Marijuana Cabal

December 26, 2025

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This Christmas season, President Trump’s executive action to advance rescheduling and medical research has finally exposed the truth: the DEA marijuana obstruction was never about public safety. It was about ideology. Control. And a refusal to accept science that challenged long held dogma.WASHINGTON, DC / ACCESS Newswire / December 26, 2025 / View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire…

QAT Community Sets QuantumTrade 5.0 for Public Beta Testing in March 2026

December 26, 2025

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QAT Community has confirmed that QuantumTrade 5.0 is scheduled to enter public beta testing in March 2026, with Ethan Caldwell noting the importance of real-world usability and structural evaluation during the upcoming testing phase.NEW YORK CITY, NY / ACCESS Newswire / December 26, 2025 / QAT Community has confirmed that QuantumTrade 5.0 is scheduled to begin full public beta testing…

NIA Joins Forces with TAT to Reignite ‘Amazing Thailand’ Through Innovation Power, Transforming Thai Tourism and Leveraging Creativity and Culture to Drive a New Tourism Economy

December 26, 2025

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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 December 2025 – Tourism remains one of the most important engines driving Thailand’s economy. Beyond generating revenue, it plays a vital role in job creation, nation branding, and even influencing investment decisions. However, fostering sustainable growth in the tourism sector is far from straightforward. The industry continues to face multiple challenges, including…

Z.ai、現場での開発向けに設計された新世代の大規模言語モデル、GLM-4.7をオープンソース公開

December 26, 2025

Media Outreach

シンガポール – Media OutReach Newswire – 2025年12月26日 – Z.aiはクリスマスを前に、オープンソースの大規模言語モデルの最新版、GLM-4.7をリリースしました。当社はこのモデルを実際のソフトウェア開発や本番環境での利用に適したモデルとして位置づけていく取り組みを強化しています GLM-4.7はWebDevで6位、オープンモデルで1位最新モデルは、実際のエンジニアリング業務を想定して開発されており、長時間かかるタスクの実行、安定したツール呼び出し、他段階推論などを重視した設計となっています。このような機能は、開発者が大規模言語モデルを複雑なエージェント型システムに展開する中で、ますます重要になっています。 GLM-4.7は前モデルのGLM-4.6と比較して、コード生成、複雑な推論、エージェントの実行が大幅に強化されています。Z.aiによると、このモデルは長大なタスクでも、より制御しやすく一貫した性能を発揮し、無駄のない簡潔な文章を出力し、多くのオープンソースモデルにありがちな弱点を克服しています。 Z.aiは実際に近い環境で性能を評価するために、Claude Codeなどの本番に近い環境において、フロントエンドからバックエンド、コマンド実行まで、100の実際的なプログラミングタスクでGLM-4.7のテストを実施しました。Z.aiによると、GLM-4.7はGLM-4.6よりタスク完遂率が高く、安定性も向上しており、GLM Coding Planの標準モデルとして採用されています。ベンチマーク結果においても、GLM-4.7は現在提供されているオープンソースモデルの中でトップクラスの性能を示しています。BrowseCompで67.5、τ²-Benchで87.4のスコアを達成しており、特にτ²-Benchの結果はオープンソースシステムとして過去最高です。SWE-bench VerifiedやLiveCodeBench v6などコーディング能力を測るベンチマークでも、総合的な性能はClaude Sonnet 4.5に迫る水準となっています。また、Code Arenaの大規模なブラインド評価において、100万件以上の比較による投票の集計結果でも、GLM-4.7はオープンソースモデルの中で第1位となりました。 Z.aiによると、このモデルはBigModel.cn APIを通じて利用可能であり、Z.aiのフルスタック開発プラットフォームに統合されています。世界の技術エコシステムにおいてオープンソースモデルがより重要な役割を担うようになる中で、Z.aiの歩みは、このようなシステムが今後どのように進化していくか、そしてどのような可能性を実現するかを明確に示すものです。 Coding Planの標準モデル： https://z.ai/subscribe 試してみる： https://chat.z.ai/ 重み： https://huggingface.co/zai-org/GLM-4.7 技術ブログ： https://z.ai/blog/glm-4.7 Hashtag: #ZAI The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. Categories: US & World News

Z.ai Open-Sources GLM-4.7, a New Generation Large Language Model Built for Real Development Workflows

December 26, 2025

Media Outreach

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 December 2025 – Z.ai has released GLM-4.7, the latest version of its open-source large language model, ahead of Christmas, as the company steps up efforts to position its models for real-world software development and production use. GLM-4.7 ranks #6 in WebDev and is the #1 open model The new model is designed around…

Jokic’s 56-point triple-double powers Nuggets past Timberwolves in OT

December 26, 2025

By ARNIE STAPLETON - AP Sports Writer

Nikola Jokic set an NBA record with 18 points in overtime, leading the Denver Nuggets to a 142-138 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Christmas night. Jokic recorded a 56-point triple-double, adding 16 assists and 15 rebounds. Jamal Murray scored 35 points as the Nuggets improved to 3-0 against the Wolves this season. Anthony Edwards scored 44 points for Minnesota but was ejected in overtime. The Nuggets won despite missing three starters, including Cameron Johnson, who injured his knee Tuesday night.

Minnesota looks to stretch bowl winning streak to 9 when it faces New Mexico in Rate Bowl

December 26, 2025

By JOHN MARSHALL - AP Sports Writer

In an era of bowl opt outs, Minnesota still finds plenty of reasons to embrace the postseason experience, even when the chase for a national championship ended long ago. The Gophers are pretty good at it, too, heading into Friday’s Rate Bowl against New Mexico on an eight-game bowl winning streak. That’s the Football Bowl Subdivision’s longest active streak, the longest ever by a Big Ten Conference team and the fourth-longest in college football history. New Mexico will arrive in the desert trying to cap a resurgent season. Coach Jason Eck has led the Lobos to their first bowl game since 2016 in his first year after closing the season on a six-game winning streak.

BondwithPet Expands B2B Offering with Custom Pet Memorial Product

December 26, 2025

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BondwithPet, a brand of Vergent Technology Limited, expands its B2B program to offer custom pet memorial products. The program supports retail and distribution partners globally.HONG KONG, HK / ACCESS Newswire / December 26, 2025 / BondwithPet, a brand under Vergent Technology Limited, is expanding its global footprint by introducing a new B2B program offering custom pet memorial products.The initiative is…

Best Crypto IRA Companies (Rankings Released)

December 25, 2025

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IRAEmpire has released a new and updated list of the best crypto IRA companies in the US to help consumers make better-informed decisions.DALLAS, TEXAS / ACCESS Newswire / December 26, 2025 / More Americans are rethinking how they approach retirement savings. Instead of relying solely on traditional assets like USD, stocks, and bonds, they’re increasingly looking to diversify their portfolios….

Eon Prime Intelligent Alliance Office Unveils New Brand Identity and Completes Website Upgrade

December 25, 2025

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Eon Prime Intelligent Alliance Office announced a new brand visual identity and website upgrade, with founder Augustus Sinclair noting the importance of digital consistency and global accessibility.NEWARK, NJ / ACCESS Newswire / December 26, 2025 / Eon Prime Intelligent Alliance Office has officially introduced a new brand visual identity and completed a structured upgrade of its official website. The update…

A Holiday Christmas Magic: Coca-Cola Bridges Miles by Bringing “Sound of Home” to Overseas Filipino Workers in Australia

December 25, 2025

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In partnership with SBS, Australia’s multicultural and multilingual public broadcaster, Coca-Cola delivered a 24-hour Christmas Day broadcast of heartfelt carols and messages of gratitude, bringing Filipino families closer to loved ones working in Australia this festive season.SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 December 2025 – For millions of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), Christmas carries a quiet longing: another…

Lions eliminated after Goff’s uncharacteristic giveaways in loss that sends Packers to playoffs

December 25, 2025

By DAVE CAMPBELL - AP Pro Football Writer

Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions have gifted the division rival Green Bay Packers a spot in the playoffs. With six turnovers in a 23-10 loss to the Minnesota Vikings on Thursday, Detroit was eliminated from postseason contention. That clinched at least a wild-card berth for Green Bay. The Lions took the past two NFC North titles. They fell to 8-8 with their third straight loss. The Lions had only eight turnovers over their first 15 games for the fewest in the league. Goff nearly matched the season total he entered with by throwing two interceptions and losing three fumbles.

Vikings eliminate Lions with defense-dominating 23-10 victory, racking up 6 turnovers and 5 sacks

December 25, 2025

By DAVE CAMPBELL - AP Pro Football Writer

Jordan Addison took a jet sweep handoff 65 yards for the game-sealing touchdown with 3:43 left after the Minnesota Vikings forced six turnovers and eliminated the Detroit Lions from contention for the playoffs with a 23-10 victory. Harrison Smith had one of the two interceptions and one of the five sacks of Jared Goff as the Vikings won their fourth straight game. Goff was charged with three lost fumbles, once on a sack and twice on errant snaps by backup center Kingsley Eguakun. The Lions lost their third straight to clinch a wild-card spot for the Green Bay Packers.

New storm hitting waterlogged Southern California could bring mudslides and high surf

December 25, 2025

By TY ONEIL - Associated Press

Another powerful storm system that could cause more flooding and mudslides is rolling across Southern California. Officials issued evacuation warnings in mountain towns and warned of possible high-surf conditions along the coast. Forecasters say the region could experience its wettest Christmas in years, increasing the risk of debris flows in areas scorched by wildfires in January. Heavy rain and gusty winds were blamed for at least two deaths on Christmas Eve. On Wednesday, a falling tree killed a San Diego man. Farther north, a Sacramento sheriff’s deputy died in what appeared to be a weather-related crash.

Mohammad Bakri, renowned and controversial Palestinian actor and filmmaker, dies at 72

December 25, 2025

By MELANIE LIDMAN - Associated Press

The family of Palestinian director and actor Mohammad Bakri says he has died at 72. Bakri was known for exploring Palestinian identity through works in Arabic and Hebrew. His 2003 documentary “Jenin, Jenin” focused on an Israeli military operation and was banned in Israel. He also acted in the 2025 film “All That’s Left of You,” alongside his sons. Born in northern Israel, Bakri held Israeli citizenship and studied at Tel Aviv University. He faced backlash for his work, including legal battles over “Jenin, Jenin.” His family said he died Wednesday from heart and lung issues.

The Kremlin says Moscow made an offer to France regarding a French citizen imprisoned in Russia

December 25, 2025

By The Associated Press

The Kremlin is in talks with French authorities about French scholar Laurent Vinatier, who is serving a three-year sentence in Russia and reportedly faces new espionage charges. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia has made an offer to France regarding Vinatier, arrested last year for collecting military information. Peskov refused to provide details. The French Foreign Ministry had no comment. Vinatier was arrested in June 2024, accused of failing to register as a “foreign agent.” His sentence has been criticized as “extremely severe.” Detentions on similar charges have increased in Russia since the Ukraine invasion.

A Venezuelan family’s Christmas: From the American dream to poverty

December 25, 2025

By MATIAS DELACROIX and REGINA GARCIA CANO - Associated Press

Mariela Gómez and thousands of Venezuelan immigrants have faced a challenging Christmas after Donald Trump returned to the White House in January. Gómez, her partner, and two sons returned to Venezuela in October after being deported from the U.S. They spent the holiday in northern Venezuela for the first time in eight years. Gómez struggled with unemployment and poverty, managing only a modest dinner. Her journey back was perilous, involving a dangerous trek by boat. Over 14,000 migrants have returned to South America since Trump limited migration. Gómez hopes for a better future, praying for health and a job.

Lamar Jackson doubtful and Jordan Love questionable for Ravens-Packers game Saturday

December 25, 2025

AP

Lamar Jackson is listed as doubtful for Baltimore’s game against the Green Bay Packers on Saturday night as he continues to deal with a back injury that knocked him out of the game against the New England Patriots last weekend. The two-time MVP quarterback hasn’t practiced this week after getting hurt in the second quarter of Baltimore’s 28-24 loss. Green Bay has its own quarterback issues after Jordan Love left the Packers’ 22-16 overtime loss at Chicago last weekend because of a concussion. Love and Green Bay backup quarterback Malik Willis are both listed as questionable for Saturday’s game.

Christmas Eve winner in Arkansas lands a $1.817 billion Powerball lottery jackpot

December 25, 2025

By OLIVIA DIAZ - Associated Press/Report for America

A Powerball ticket purchased at a gas station outside Little Rock, Arkansas, won a $1.817 billion jackpot just before Christmas. The winning numbers were announced on Christmas Eve, ending the lottery game’s three-month stretch without a top-prize winner. The winning numbers were 04, 25, 31, 52 and 59, with the Powerball number being 19. Final ticket sales pushed the jackpot higher than previously expected. Organizers say it is the second-largest pot in U.S. history and the largest Powerball prize of 2025. The jackpot has a lump sum cash payment option of $834.9 million.

Photos of Christmas celebrations around the world

December 25, 2025

The Associated Press

From Bethlehem to Beijing, people around the world are celebrating the Christmas season. A polar bear mascot boards an elevator during holiday revelry. Swimmers plunge into frigid waters off Northern Ireland for a charity event. Singers fill a stadium in Indonesia. Associated Press photographers have captured diverse, mesmerizing images such as these as they chronicle a holiday period abounding in…

Pope Leo XIV urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering

December 25, 2025

By SILVIA STELLACCI and COLLEEN BARRY - The Associated Press

Pope Leo XIV, during his first Christmas Day message, has urged the faithful to shed indifference toward those who are suffering. The first U.S. pontiff highlighted the suffering in Gaza, Yemen, and that of migrants crossing the Mediterranean Sea and the American continent. Addressing 26,000 people from St. Peter’s Square, he called for peace, justice, and stability in troubled regions like Lebanon, Ukraine, and Syria. The pope emphasized that everyone can contribute to peace through humility and responsibility. He received especially warm cheers when he made his greetings in his native English and Spanish, the language of his adopted country of Peru, where he served as a missionary and then as archbishop.

Turkey detains dozens of IS suspects planning attacks on Christmas and New Year celebrations

December 25, 2025

AP

Istanbul police have launched simultaneous raids at 124 locations, detaining over a hundred suspected members of the militant Islamic State group. The raids took place on Thursday. Authorities say the suspects were allegedly planning attacks against Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. The Istanbul public prosecutor’s office said the militant group had issued a call for action against non-Muslims during these celebrations. Warrants were issued for 137 suspects, and 115 have been detained so far. Officers seized firearms, cartridges, and organizational documents during the raids. The police counter-terrorism operation is still ongoing.

Northwestern and Central Michigan are heading for a defensive showdown in GameAbove Sports Bowl

December 25, 2025

By DAVE HOGG - Associated Press

Christmas bowl games often turn into scoring bonanzas, where the first team to 40 points is the winner. The GameAbove Sports Bowl might be an exception to that rule — 20 points could be more than enough. Friday’s game in Detroit pits Northwestern and Central Michigan, two schools that combine strong defenses with low-scoring offenses. The Wildcats are 34th in the country defensively, allowing 20.9 points per game, but 103rd on offense at 22.5. The Chippewas rank 50th on defense at 22.7 points per game and 93rd offensively at 23.8.

Saudi Arabia urges Yemen’s separatists to leave 2 governorates as the anti-rebel coalition strains

December 25, 2025

By JON GAMBRELL - Associated Press

Saudi Arabia has called on separatists in southern Yemen to withdraw from two governorates they now hold. The move could spark tensions within the coalition fighting the Iran-backed Houthi rebels who control the country’s north. Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry on Thursday urged the Southern Transitional Council to leave Hadramout and Mahra. The separatists are supported by the United Arab Emirates while Saudi Arabia supports the forced of the internationally backed government, the National Shield Forces. The kingdom stressed the need for Yemeni factions to cooperate and avoid destabilizing actions. The council’s actions have strained Saudi-UAE relations as they both seek influence in the region.

Social Development Bank benadrukt strategische partnerschappen en wereldwijde initiatieven op DeveGo 2025

December 25, 2025

Business Wire

RIYAD, Saoedi-Arabië–(BUSINESS WIRE)–dec 25, 2025–De Social Development Bank (SDB) organiseerde de tweede editie van het Forum voor Ondernemerschap en Moderne Bedrijfspraktijken, ‘DeveGo 2025’, van 21 tot 23 december in Riyad. Gehouden onder auspiciën van Zijne Excellentie. Ahmed bin Sulaiman Al Rajhi, minister van Human Resources en Sociale Ontwikkeling en voorzitter van de Raad van Bestuur van SDB, brengt het forum…

DeveGo 2025 : la Banque de Développement Social (SDB) souligne l’importance des partenariats stratégiques et des initiatives internationales

December 25, 2025

Business Wire

RIYAD, Arabie Saoudite–(BUSINESS WIRE)–déc. 25, 2025–La Banque de Développement Social (Social Development Bank – SDB) a organisé la deuxième édition du Forum de l’Entrepreneuriat et des Pratiques Commerciales Modernes « DeveGo 2025 », du 21 au 23 décembre à Riyad. Placé sous le patronage de Son Excellence l’ingénieur Ahmed bin Sulaiman Al Rajhi, ministre des Ressources Humaines et du Développement…

La Social Development Bank evidenzia le partnership strategiche e le iniziative globali al DeveGo 2025

December 25, 2025

Business Wire

RIAD, Arabia Saudita–(BUSINESS WIRE)–dic 25, 2025–Dal 21 al 23 dicembre, la Social Development Bank (SDB) ha ospitato a Riad la seconda edizione del Forum sull’imprenditorialità e le moderne pratiche commerciali, “DeveGo 2025”. Organizzato sotto il patrocinio di Sua Eccellenza l’Ing. Ahmed bin Sulaiman Al Rajhi, Ministro delle Risorse Umane e dello Sviluppo Sociale e Presidente del Consiglio di Amministrazione della…

Russian court sentences pro-war activist and Putin critic to 6 years in prison

December 25, 2025

By The Associated Press

A Russian court has sentenced pro-war activist Sergei Udaltsov to six years in prison for justifying terrorism. Udaltsov, a critic of President Vladimir Putin, was arrested last year. The charges relate to an article he posted supporting activists accused of forming a terrorist organization, according to Russian independent news site Mediazona. Those activists received prison sentences earlier this month. Udaltsov, who has rejected the charges as fabricated, announced a hunger strike after the verdict. He will serve his sentence in a maximum-security penal colony. Udaltsov was a prominent opposition figure during the 2011-12 mass protests in Russia, triggered by reports of widespread rigging of a parliamentary election.

Photos show Venezuelan migrants spending Christmas at home after abandoning hope of reaching the US

December 25, 2025

By MATIAS DELACROIX - Associated Press

MARACAY, Venezuela (AP) — After months on the move through jungles, seas and borders, Venezuelan migrants Mariela Gómez, her partner Abraham Castro and her two children, abandoned their attempt to reach the United States. They returned to spend Christmas back home, part of a growing wave of reverse migration driven by Trump’s crackdown, as U.S. pressure on the government of…

King Charles III calls for kindness and unity in Christmas message amid global conflicts

December 25, 2025

By DANICA KIRKA - Associated Press

King Charles III has urged people to focus on kindness instead of conflict in his annual Christmas address. Speaking from Westminster Abbey on Thursday, he highlighted the importance of companionship and kindness, especially during uncertain times. The speech, which concluded with a Christmas carol sung by a Ukrainian choir, comes as European leaders rally support for Ukraine. At home, British politics remain tense over immigration issues. Charles emphasized learning from the past, referencing World War II’s lessons of courage and unity. The message was clear: peace and hope are always possible.

Virtual reality opens doors for older people to build closer connections in real life

December 25, 2025

By MICHAEL LIEDTKE - AP Technology Writer

Many retirement developments serve as a tranquil refuge for older people who can no longer travel to faraway places or engage in bold adventures. But residents of hundreds of senior living communities can return to their days of wanderlust and thrill-seeking when staff members schedule a date for them to take turns donning virtual reality headsets. The headsets may transport them to Europe, immerse them in the ocean depths or send them soaring on hang-gliding expeditions while they sit by each other. Although VR can be isolating, a Massachusetts company has turned the technology into a catalyst for better cognition and social connections in 800 retirement communities in the United States and Canada.

Vingroup Signs Strategic Cooperation with The Government of Uzbekistan, Opening Large-Scale Investment Opportunities in Central Asia

December 25, 2025

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HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 December 2025 – Vingroup announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade of the Republic of Uzbekistan to promote cooperation and implement multi-sector projects in Uzbekistan. The agreement marks the beginning of a long-term cooperation plan between the two sides across multiple key…

Mikaela Shiffrin is perfect in slalom. She’s got big post-Christmas plans with Olympics approaching

December 25, 2025

By ANDREW DAMPF - AP Sports Writer

Mikaela Shiffrin has plenty to celebrate this Christmas. The American skiing standout is off to a perfect start in slalom during the Olympic season with four wins in four World Cup races. And she’s regaining her form in other disciplines following the two biggest crashes of her career. Shiffrin says she’s been able this season to “bring top level turns in those pressure moments.” This weekend Shiffrin returns to the Austrian resort of Semmering where she’s claimed seven of her record 105 World Cup victories. Shiffrin has claimed three victories in three days in Semmering on two occasions. The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics will be held February 6-22.

Hanshow and the University of Cambridge Launch Joint Research on Augmented Intelligent Hybrid Wireless Technology

December 25, 2025

Business Wire

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dec 25, 2025–Hanshow, a global leader in electronic shelf labels (ESL) and digital store solutions, has entered into a multi-year research collaboration with the University of Cambridge, one of the world’s most prestigious academic institutions. The partnership will focus on joint research and innovation in next-generation intelligent hybrid wireless technologies, marking an important milestone in Hanshow’s continued investment in…

Vietnam Is Shining, and Can Gio Is the Hidden Jewel Awaiting Its Moment

December 25, 2025

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CAN GIO, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 December 2025 – In 2024, when Hines released its seminal report Why Asia Now, the message was simple yet profound: The world’s most compelling growth story was shifting eastward. At that time, global markets were turbulent but still predictable. Vinhomes Green Paradise: A Hidden Gem Poised to Shine in Vietnam’s Real…

SCG Advances Regional Optimization Strategy for Sustainable Growth

December 25, 2025

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Positioning Vietnam as Production-Export Hub to Global Markets, with SCGD Leading Decorative Surface Materials and Ceramic Tiles Market Ready to Drive Cement Business Expansion of Low-Carbon Products to Global MarketsHCMC, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 25 December 2025 – SCG continues its Regional Optimization strategy, positioning Vietnam as a Strategic Hub in the ASEAN region for manufacturing and exports…

Asian shares are mixed after US stocks drift to more records

December 25, 2025

By ELAINE KURTENBACH - AP Business Writer

Asian shares are mixed in thin holiday trading, with most markets in the region and elsewhere closed for Christmas. Shares rose in Tokyo and Shanghai but fell in Bangkok and Jakarta. On Wednesday, U.S. stocks drifted to more records in a holiday-shortened trading session. The S&P 500 rose 0.3%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 0.6%, and the Nasdaq composite edged up 0.2%. The S&P 500 is up more than 17% this year, driven by optimism about artificial intelligence and deregulatory policies. Investors’ focus is on the U.S. economy’s direction and Federal Reserve interest rate policy. Unemployment claims fell last week, indicating a still-healthy labor market.

Blast at mosque in Nigeria kills 5 and injures more than 30 in apparent suicide attack

December 25, 2025

By OPE ADETAYO - Associated Press

A bomb has exploded during prayers at a mosque in Nigeria’s northeastern city of Maiduguri, killing five people. Police describe it as a likely suicide attack. On Wednesday night, 35 people were injured in the explosion. Police say they found remnants of a suicide vest at the site. The attack is the latest in a series of violent incidents in Nigeria’s troubled northern region. No group has claimed responsibility, but Boko Haram is often linked to such attacks. Analysts note the group’s use of suicide bombers has decreased but remains a threat.

Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura declared winner of Honduras’ presidential vote

December 25, 2025

By MARLON GONZÁLEZ and MEGAN JANETSKY - Associated Press

Trump-backed candidate Nasry Asfura has won Honduras’ presidential election, according to electoral authorities. This result continues Latin America’s shift to the right, following Chile’s recent election of a far-right leader. Asfura, of the conservative National Party, narrowly defeated Salvador Nasralla of the Liberal Party. The election faced delays and accusations of fraud, with Asfura’s supporters celebrating his victory. Trump endorsed Asfura days before the vote, sparking controversy. The European Union and other leaders have congratulated Asfura. The election is seen as a setback for the current leftist leader, Xiomara Castro, and her party.

Tabelog, Japans größter (*1) Service zur Restaurantsuche und Reservierung, startet mehrsprachige App für internationale Besucher

December 24, 2025

Business Wire

TOKYO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Dez 25, 2025–Tabelog ( https://tabelog.com/en/ ), Japans größter Service zur Restaurantsuche und Reservierung, betrieben von Kakaku.com, Inc., hat am Montag, 17. November 2025, seine mehrsprachige Smartphone-App (iOS/Android) für internationale Reisende veröffentlicht.Diese Pressemitteilung enthält multimediale Inhalte. Die vollständige Mitteilung hier ansehen: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251221007561/de/Die mehrsprachige Tabelog-App für internationale Reisende – Japans größter Service zur Restaurantsuche und ReservierungMit ungefähr 100 Millionen monatlichen Nutzern(*3)…

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