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17 Dec 2024
#politics
Fox News: Top Harris aide invokes radical activist who said 'America deserved 9/11' while plotting future for Dems
Rob Flaherty, a former aide to Vice President Harris, suggested that Democrats need to embrace more cultural voices, including controversial figures like Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, to regain influence. Flaherty emphasized the importance of a diverse ecosystem of creators to connect with audiences.
Piker has faced criticism for his inflammatory remarks about America and Israel, including comments downplaying terrorist attacks. His popularity among younger audiences poses a challenge for Democrats as they navigate the shifting cultural landscape.
#foreignaffairs
Fox News: Trump unveils picks for his future ambassadors to Japan, Austria and other countries: 'PUT AMERICA FIRST'
President-elect Trump has announced his nominations for U.S. ambassadors to five countries: Japan, the Dominican Republic, Austria, Luxembourg, and Uruguay. Each nominee, including George Edward Glass for Japan and Leah Francis Campos for the Dominican Republic, must be confirmed by the Senate.
Trump emphasized the qualifications and backgrounds of his nominees, highlighting their commitment to U.S. interests and policies. Notable picks include Arthur Graham Fisher for Austria and Lou Rinaldi for Uruguay, both of whom have strong ties to their respective countries.
GB News: Israel shuts down Irish embassy in furious row over Ireland's 'extreme anti-Israel policy'
Israel is closing its embassy in Ireland, citing the Irish government's strong anti-Israel stance, particularly after Ireland supported a genocide petition against Israel at the International Court of Justice. This marks a significant diplomatic shift, as it is the first time Israel has closed an embassy in a Western nation.
Irish officials expressed regret over the decision, emphasizing their commitment to peace and human rights. Ireland's government has been critical of Israel's military actions in Gaza, which have resulted in substantial Palestinian casualties. Ireland plans to intervene in the ICJ case to advocate for a broader interpretation of genocide.
#economy
Le Monde: French central bank cuts 2025 growth forecast to 0.9%
France's central bank has downgraded its growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026, citing increased uncertainty in the economic outlook. The 2025 growth forecast is now 0.9%, down from 1.2%, while 2026 is revised to 1.3%. The bank maintains a 2024 projection of 1.1%.
The downgrade follows Moody's recent credit rating cut for France amid political turmoil and budget disputes. The central bank anticipates a public deficit reduction and expects inflation to stabilize, although it warns of ongoing uncertainties affecting these predictions.
#military
Fox News: Drones flying over the country are 'lawful,' nothing indicates a 'public safety risk,' says top WH official
John Kirby, National Security Communications Adviser, stated that recent drone sightings across the U.S. are deemed "legal" and "lawful." The White House, in collaboration with the FBI, has analyzed about 5,000 reports, attributing them to commercial and hobbyist drone activity, with no evidence of foreign threats.
The Pentagon noted over 1 million registered drones in the U.S., with thousands flying daily. Kirby emphasized that investigations into drone activity, including those near military bases, are ongoing, but no public safety risks or national security threats have been identified.
#technology
Forbes: Waymo Robotaxis Are Heading To Tokyo For Their First Overseas Road Tests
Waymo plans to expand its robotaxi service internationally, starting tests in Tokyo next year with electric Jaguar SUVs, while also launching in Miami, Austin, and Atlanta. The company currently operates in Phoenix, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, carrying over 150,000 riders weekly.
Waymo recently raised $5.6 billion for expansion and will source vehicles from Hyundai to reduce costs. Unlike Tesla's driver-assist technologies, Waymo's vehicles operate without a human driver, although staff monitor them remotely.