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Times Of Israel: In shadow of war, Lebanon prepares to try and elect a president after a 2-year vacuum
Lebanon's parliament is set to meet for the 13th time to elect a president amid a two-year vacancy. Analysts suggest that Army Commander Joseph Aoun may succeed following the withdrawal of Hezbollah-backed candidate Suleiman Frangieh. The election's outcome is influenced by foreign support and ongoing regional tensions.
The prolonged presidential deadlock is attributed to Lebanon's divided political landscape and procedural issues. Aoun's candidacy faces constitutional hurdles, but the current dynamics favor his election as Hezbollah's influence wanes. Lebanon seeks international aid for reconstruction post-conflict.
Breitbart: Study: Congressional Democrats' Stock Portfolios Spiked 31% in 2024
In 2024, Congressional Democrats significantly increased their wealth through stock trading, outperforming the S&P 500. A study revealed that their portfolios averaged a 31% gain, with Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz leading at 142%. Other top performers included Sen. Ron Wyden and Rep. Morgan McGarvey.
The trend highlights concerns over Congressional stock trading, as 86% of Americans support prohibiting members from trading stocks due to potential conflicts of interest. The report suggests that many members benefited from investments in tech companies that lobby Congress.
Le Monde: Trump asks Supreme Court to block sentencing in hush-money case in New York
Donald Trump has requested the Supreme Court to postpone his sentencing in a New York hush-money case, arguing that it could hinder his presidential duties. His lawyers claim the conviction infringes on presidential immunity and could cause significant harm to the presidency.
Trump's legal team is also seeking an emergency stay from New York's highest court, asserting that the trial court lacks authority to impose a sentence while his appeal is pending. The Manhattan district attorney's office is expected to respond to the motion.
The Federalist: LA Sent Firefighting Equipment To Ukraine, Biden Preps Handout
The Los Angeles County Fire Department's donation of equipment to Ukraine has left it ill-prepared to combat devastating wildfires in California. With budget cuts and a shortage of firefighters, the city struggles to respond effectively, while FEMA steps in to reimburse firefighting costs.
Amid this crisis, the Biden administration is prioritizing financial aid to Ukraine, raising concerns about the lack of attention to domestic emergencies. Critics argue that local and federal leaders are more focused on foreign commitments than on addressing the urgent needs of Californians facing wildfires.
Breitbart: Breitbart News Daily Podcast Ep. 683: Sen. Rand Paul on Confirming Trump’s Cabinet Picks
Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) discusses the Senate's strategy for vetting and confirming President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees efficiently in the coming weeks. He joins host Mike Slater on the Breitbart News Daily Podcast, which airs Monday through Friday.
Times Of Israel: Biden casts doubt on his fitness to serve another four years days before term ends
In a recent interview, President Biden expressed uncertainty about his fitness for another term, despite believing he could have won reelection. He reflected on his age and the pressures that led him to drop out of the race, endorsing Kamala Harris, who ultimately lost to Trump.
Biden also discussed his Oval Office meeting with Trump, where he urged the president-elect not to pursue political retribution. He is contemplating preemptive pardons but has not made a decision. Biden voiced concerns about Trump's potential actions against climate legislation and criticized Trump's misleading statements regarding a recent violent incident.
#society
Fox News: Biden celebrates great-granddaughter, takes no questions at California wildfire briefing with Newsom
President Biden visited Los Angeles to sign a disaster declaration amid severe wildfires, assuring residents of federal support. He emphasized the government's commitment to assist in containment and recovery efforts, while California Governor Newsom expressed gratitude for the aid.
In related remarks, Biden announced he had become a great-grandfather, diverting from the wildfire discussion. The fires have resulted in at least two fatalities and forced over 30,000 evacuations, with criticism directed at Governor Newsom regarding water management amidst the crisis.
Fox News: I told my kids,'don't look back.' What it was like to flee from fires in LA
A Los Angeles resident recounts her family's harrowing experience during a recent wildfire that forced their evacuation. After multiple power outages and rising smoke from a nearby fire, they quickly gathered essential items and fled their home, unsure of its fate.
Now in a hotel with other evacuees, she reflects on the sentimental belongings left behind and the uncertainty of their future. Despite the chaos, she emphasizes the importance of safety over material possessions.
Human Events: Kim Jong Un bans hotdogs in North Korea to crackdown on western culture—violators risk detainment in labor camps
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has banned the sale and consumption of hot dogs, labeling it a treasonous act linked to Western influence. Violators risk deportation to labor camps. The ban extends to budae-jjigae, a South Korean dish, with strict enforcement reported.
Additionally, couples seeking divorce face six-month labor camp sentences, deemed "anti-socialist." Reports indicate women receive harsher penalties than men for divorce-related offenses. Citizens planning to celebrate Christmas also face severe repercussions.
CNSNews: Facebook Now Allows John Hopkins Psychiatrist to Call Transgender a ‘Mental Disorder’
Facebook has ended its "fact-check" program and lifted restrictions on conservative speech regarding transgenderism, now permitting users to label transgender identities as mentally ill or abnormal. This policy shift allows conservatives to reference medical professionals like Dr. Paul R. McHugh, who argues that transgenderism is a mental disorder and that sex reassignment surgery does not change one's biological sex.
Dr. McHugh asserts that the belief in gender misalignment is mistaken and can lead to adverse psychological outcomes. He highlights that a significant percentage of children expressing transgender feelings may outgrow them and that those who undergo surgery often do not experience better psychosocial adjustments compared to those who do not.
GB News: Body found in search for two British hikers missing for a week in Italian mountains
A body has been discovered in the Dolomites during the search for two British hikers, Aziz Ziriat and Samuel Harris, who went missing a week ago. The men had last communicated with family on January 1 from Trentino, Italy, but failed to return for their flight on January 6.
Breitbart: Censorship Hall of Shame: 12 Epic Failures of Facebook's Biased 'Fact Checker' System
Mark Zuckerberg announced Meta's overhaul of content moderation, ending its third-party fact-checking program, which has faced criticism for bias against conservatives. The new community-driven system aims to prioritize free speech, reflecting a perceived cultural shift.
Breitbart News highlights numerous instances of alleged bias from Facebook's fact-checkers, including erroneous flags on conservative content and suppression of pro-life messages. The company claims to have learned from past mistakes and is committed to a more balanced approach moving forward.
The Telegraph: UK’s eel trade with Russia ‘risks national security’
The UK is reportedly trading millions of critically endangered glass eels with Russia, raising concerns over national security. Wildlife campaigners argue that the trade, which has surged from 500,000 eels in 2022 to three million last year, is a cover for illegal consumption rather than conservation.
Two dozen campaign groups have urged the government to prioritize local conservation efforts instead of exporting eels. They emphasize that the current geopolitical climate makes this trade particularly risky, as monitoring procedures may be compromised.
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Fox News: Police arrest man after attempting to carry machete, 3 knives into US Capitol, hours before Trump arrives
A man was arrested by U.S. Capitol Police for attempting to bring a machete and three knives into the Capitol Visitor Center in Washington, D.C. The incident occurred during a security screening just before a meeting involving President-elect Trump and Senate Republicans.
The police halted the screening for an investigation and charged the man with multiple offenses related to carrying dangerous weapons. The situation is ongoing.
Fox News: TikToker whose speeding BMW killed 6 farmworkers avoids possible 55-year prison sentence with plea deal
Noah Galle, a 20-year-old from Florida, was sentenced to 12.5 years in prison after pleading guilty to six counts of vehicular homicide for a crash that killed six farmworkers in 2022. Galle was driving at over 150 mph when he collided with their SUV.
The plea deal, supported by victims' families, spared Galle from a potential 55 to 90-year sentence. He must serve at least 85% of his sentence, undergo probation, and complete community service, including a video on safe driving.
Fox News: Tren de Aragua believed to be behind murder of immigration official near border
A Mexican immigration official, Luis Alberto Olivas, was murdered by two Venezuelan migrants near Ciudad Juárez, believed to be linked to the Tren de Aragua gang. The suspects reportedly pushed Olivas down a hill and stoned him to death, with one showing tattoos associated with the gang.
Tren de Aragua has been active near the U.S. border, with Texas authorities recently apprehending four confirmed members attempting to enter illegally. Texas Governor Greg Abbott emphasized the state's commitment to border security against this growing threat.