California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a $2.5 billion relief package for wildfire recovery in the Los Angeles area, emphasizing emergency response, rebuilding efforts, and support for school districts. The package had bipartisan backing and coincided with President Trump's visit. Additional funds for legal defense against the federal government were also approved.
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A 20-year-old motorbike thief, Ciaran Parker, experienced 'instant karma' when he crashed a stolen bike during a high-speed police chase in County Durham. Without wearing a helmet, Parker reached dangerous speeds and crashed, injuring himself. He later tested positive for drugs and was sentenced to 14 months in a Young Offender Institution.
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces a standoff with authorities after his controversial martial law decree. Yoon's supporters rally to protect him, while he alleges threats against the nation's sovereignty. Authorities have until January 6 to execute the arrest warrant amid legal challenges and potential clashes. The situation exacerbates South Korea's political turmoil.
Declassified CIA documents reveal that the Ark of the Covenant that contains the Ten Commandments was found in 1988 through a psychic experiment. The psychic described the chest accurately without prior knowledge, placing it in the Middle East. The US government has known the Ark's location for years, according to the report.
US President Donald Trump has approved the UK-Mauritius deal over the Chagos Islands, allowing Britain to transfer sovereignty while leasing Diego Garcia for a 99-year term. The deal is nearing finalisation after months of US discussions. Criticism surrounds the potential £18 billion cost and geopolitical implications. However, UK officials ensured no expense to US taxpayers.
US President Joe Biden confirmed Shamsud-Din Jabbar, who killed 15 on New Orleans's Bourbon Street, had a remote detonator linked to two IEDs planted in ice coolers. The attack, inspired by Isis, has renewed focus on Biden's claims that white supremacy is the greatest domestic terrorist threat, with past statements by his administration supporting this view.
President Trump paid tribute to Laken Riley and Jocelyn Nungaray, victims of undocumented immigrants, while pushing for increased funding for mass deportations. Trump also officially designated certain gangs as foreign terrorist organizations and urged Congress to support his detailed funding request for enhanced border security.
A Tesla dealership in Tigard, Oregon, was hit by gunfire for the second time in a week, causing significant damage but no injuries. Investigations involve federal agencies, including the FBI and ATF. The attacks come as hostility towards Tesla and CEO Elon Musk increases, partly due to his role in the Trump administration's new department.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed concerns about US President Trump's communication with Putin before contacting him. He warned this could undermine Ukraine's position in negotiations and highlighted a shift in American support, urging Europe to form a united military and diplomatic strategy.
A decision by Lithuania's National Opera and Ballet Theatre to replace Tchaikovsky's 'Nutcracker' with an Italian composer's work sparked debate amidst ongoing tensions with Russia. Culture Minister Sarunas Birutis' comments favoring Tchaikovsky ignited controversy, highlighting the struggle to separate politics from culture during wartime.