Germany's approach to free speech and crime is scrutinized as authorities crack down on online speech while appearing lenient on violent crimes involving migrants. Footage shows police raiding a home over a meme. US Vice President JD Vance criticizes the criminalization of speech. Chancellor Scholz defends Germany's stance against far-right parties during a conference clash with Vance.
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Barron Trump, now 18 and attending the Stern School of Business in New York, will not be a permanent resident at the White House as his parents shift to the White House today. Melania Trump said Barron would be visiting the White House from time to time and would also be allowed to bring his friends for a White House tour.
President Trump officially designated English as the US national language to foster unity. The new executive order overturns an earlier mandate requiring federal aid for non-English speakers, giving agencies the discretion to decide their level of multilingual support. English remains predominant amid the US's linguistic diversity.
​The post comes as UnitedHealthcare is the target of public outrage because of its high denial of claims. Its 50-year-old CEO Brian Thompson was killed on December 4 in New York by accused Luigi Mangione, who was hailed as a hero by the disgruntled customers of the insurance company. 26-year-old Luigi Mangione was never a customer of UnitedHealthcare but he chose Thompson as his company deemed fit for his target.
A 27-year-old woman was rescued after being held captive for more than three months in northwest Czech Republic. She endured horrific abuse, including being chained, raped, and tortured by 40-year-old Karel N. The woman managed to escape and sought help from neighbours. Karel N, who had a history of similar offences, is in custody awaiting trial.
Vice President Kamala Harris is reportedly saddened by President Joe Biden's claim that he could have won the 2024 election, revealing a strain in their relationship. Despite endorsing Harris, Biden's comments have led to speculation about underlying tensions. Kamala Harris told her friends that Biden's statement in one of his last interviews shows "one-sided loyalty".
Las Vegas police have apprehended and charged 36-year-old Paul Hyon Kim for allegedly setting fire to Tesla vehicles. Kim faces arson and weapon charges in both state and federal courts. Authorities confirmed he vandalized a Tesla service centre and used Molotov cocktails and a firearm to damage the property.
Federal employees have been directed to remove pronouns from email signatures in compliance with orders from President Trump. The memo cited Donald Trump's executive orders against DEI policies for this new move. "Pronouns and any other information not permitted in the policy must be removed from CDC/ATSDR employee signatures by 5.p.m. ET on Friday," according to one such message sent Friday morning from Jason Bonander, the CDC's Chief Information Officer.
US Vice President JD Vance faced boos at the Kennedy Center during a National Symphony Orchestra concert, as heightened security delayed the event. The reaction followed Trump's controversial takeover of the Kennedy Center, including dismissing its chairman and trustees. Artistic resistance and canceled performances have emerged in response to these changes and suppressed programming decisions.
A US biotech company successfully edited genes in mouse embryos to produce thick, woolly hair, marking a step towards creating a mammoth-like elephant. Colossal Biosciences aims to use similar modifications on endangered Asian elephants, sparking debates about the true impact of such de-extinction efforts.