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8 Dec 2024
#politics
The Telegraph: Syria conflict latest news: Rebels say they are entering capital Damascus
Syrian rebels have reportedly begun entering Damascus, claiming that President Bashar al-Assad has fled the city. Two army officials indicated that Assad left on a plane to an undisclosed location as opposition fighters took control of the Sednaya prison and the city of Homs.
With intense fighting reported and no visible presence of Assad's forces, the situation suggests a significant weakening of the Assad regime, which has ruled for 24 years. Residents in the capital have reported hearing gunfire amid the escalating conflict.
GB News: Sadiq Khan knighthood backlash explodes as petition urging rethink surpasses 50k in under 48 hours
A petition against a potential knighthood for London Mayor Sadiq Khan has gained over 60,000 signatures in just 48 hours. Critics, including Conservative councillor Matthew Goodwin-Freeman, argue Khan's record on crime and transport warrants disapproval, claiming he has failed in both areas.
Supporters of the petition assert that knighthoods should be awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities. They highlight rising violent crime rates and increased transport strikes during Khan's tenure as reasons for their opposition. The Mayor's office has not commented on the situation.
#foreignaffairs
Breitbart: VIDEO: Trump Meets with Prince William in Paris After Notre Dame Reopening
President-elect Donald Trump met with Prince William at the UK Ambassador’s residence in Paris following the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral. They discussed the importance of the US-UK relationship, with Trump expressing admiration for the royal family and praising the late Queen Elizabeth.
Trump's visit also included a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was present. The dynamics between Trump and the UK’s new leftist government, particularly with Foreign Secretary David Lammy, remain complex due to past criticisms.
#health
Breitbart: Polis: RFK Jr. 'Is Pro-Climate, Pro-Choice, Essentially Shares Our Democratic Values'
Colorado Governor Jared Polis endorsed HHS secretary nominee Robert F. Kennedy Jr., highlighting his alignment with Democratic values, particularly on climate and health issues. Polis acknowledged Kennedy's controversial vaccine statements but expressed hope he would support vaccinations and not undermine public health.
Polis contrasted Kennedy with previous appointees, emphasizing the potential for collaboration on nutrition and chronic disease. He urged senators to question Kennedy about his stance on vaccines to ensure public health is prioritized.
#science
Breitbart: World's Oldest Wild Bird Lays Egg at Age 74
Wisdom, a Laysan albatross believed to be the oldest wild bird at 74, has laid an egg at the Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge. She has returned to the same nesting site annually and has previously laid 50-60 eggs during her lifetime.
Wildlife officials express optimism for the egg's hatching, marking Wisdom's first known offspring since 2020. The typical lifespan of a Laysan albatross is 10 to 19 years.