Federal immigration agents detained Mahmoud Khalil, a notable pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, under Trump's executive orders. His arrest, claimed to be due to antisemitism, has sparked outrage from civil rights groups. His green card revocation is unusual, lacking criminal conviction.
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President Joe Biden has blocked Nippon Steel's $15 billion deal to acquire US Steel, citing the need to protect US national interests. Nippon Steel and US Steel criticized the decision, claiming it violated due process and law, and suggesting they might pursue legal action.
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As the U.S. transitions to a new administration, Biden's final Christmas message emphasized unity and reflection, urging Americans to care for one another. Conversely, Trump shared a festive greeting coupled with politically charged posts. The stark contrast reflects the ongoing political divide as Biden leaves office and Trump prepares to return, pledging significant changes.
France, Germany, Italy, and the UK support a $53 billion Arab-backed plan for Gaza's reconstruction. The plan, endorsed by Arab leaders, includes three phases over five years, emphasizing housing and infrastructure. The European countries advocate for the Palestinian Authority's role and the removal of Hamas from governance.
Eighty-four Hindu pilgrims from India arrived in Pakistan via the Wagah Border to celebrate the 316th birth anniversary of Shiv Avtari Satguru Sant Shadaram Sahib at a shrine in Sindh. The pilgrims, led by Yushishthar Lal, will partake in celebrations and visit religious sites like Shadani Darbar, Sadhu Bela Temple, and Nankana Sahib.
As Elon Musk said Grok can explain the drones over New Jersey, social media users posted what Grok said about the mystery sightings. The chatbot of X summarized what we know so far about the drone mystery and the speculations, the conspiracy theories around it. It, obviously, could not give any explanation as the phenomenon remains unexplained.
Pope Francis spent a peaceful night in hospital, the Vatican said Friday, a day after it noted improvement in his clinical condition for a second straight day. After a difficult weekend in which the Argentine, who has been pope since 2013, suffered a respiratory attack, the Vatican this week noted slight, incremental improvements in his condition.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the 150-year-old Resolute Desk to be removed from the Oval Office for refurbishment, following an incident where Elon Musk's son, X Æ A-Xii, reportedly wiped a booger on it during a White House visit. The desk will be temporarily replaced by the C&O Desk, used previously by George H W Bush.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, nominated by Donald Trump to lead Homeland Security, faced a Senate hearing. Promising to enforce stricter immigration policies, Noem aims to deport millions, end asylum-seeker policies, and focus on deporting migrants with criminal records. Senate discussions included disaster response, federal cybersecurity, and Secret Service reforms, highlighting the department's crucial national security role.