The NCAA has banned transgender women from competing in women’s sports, aligning with President Trump's 'No men in women’s sports' executive order. This change replaces the previous policy allowing transgender women after one year of testosterone suppression. The decision aims to provide uniform standards amid legal battles and investigations into Title IX violations.
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A Justice Department report debunks claims of FBI involvement in the January 6 Capitol attack. Investigators found no undercover agents or informants instigating violence, despite the presence of 26 FBI informants in D.C. that day. Though one informant entered the Capitol, none acted on FBI instructions.
A seven-year-old boy, Tinotenda Pundu, was remarkably rescued after surviving five days in Zimbabwe's dangerous Matusadona National Park. Discovered 50 kilometers from his village, Tinotenda endured challenging conditions, foraged for food, and cleverly avoided predators. His survival has been hailed as a miracle and highlights human resilience in the face of nature's threats.
US President-elect announced that Fox News host Tammy Bruce will serve as spokesperson for the State Department, working alongside secretary of state nominee Marco Rubio. A former Democrat now respected conservative, Bruce's media and political career display her commitment to free speech and conservative values.
Democrats are criticizing Elon Musk's unprecedented control over federal agencies through the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). His influence includes significant power over the Treasury, USAID, and potentially the Education Department. Senator Elizabeth Warren has accused Musk of seizing power and impacting critical national functions. Republicans, however, support Musk's efforts to reduce government waste.
Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro, charged with attempting a coup and barred from office, remains hopeful about his political future, drawing inspiration from US President Trump's comeback. Despite facing serious charges and legal challenges, Bolsonaro seeks support from Trump and conservative circles to pressure Brazilian authorities.
Luigi Mangione, heir to a Maryland resort fortune, has been arrested in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Apprehended in Pennsylvania, Mangione possessed a "ghost gun," silencer, and a manifesto railing against healthcare industry profits. The investigation into Thompson's December 4th shooting continues.
American journalist Taylor Lorenz was surprised to learn that US citizens require a visa to travel to India after previously thinking visas on arrival were available. She criticized outdated internet guidance and highlighted recent changes in India's visa policies, which left many misinformed.
Canada's Liberal Party will select a new leader to succeed Justin Trudeau. The frontrunners are Mark Carney, a former central banker with significant economic expertise, and Chrystia Freeland, Trudeau’s former deputy. The successor is expected to call an early election to challenge Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre.