Daniel Noboa has secured a four-year term as Ecuador's president after winning the election. Noboa defeated Luisa Gonzalez, despite her allegations of electoral fraud. His crime-fighting strategies and tactics have faced scrutiny. Noboa's relationship with the US and Donald Trump played a role in voter decisions. He previously served a short term after a snap election.
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The Pentagon removed thousands of historical articles from its digital platforms, including those on the Holocaust, September 11, and cancer awareness. This has affected content across over 1,000 defence department websites. The removal process, involving automation, has led to the deletion of significant content requiring reassessment for potential republication.
Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra disclosed over $400 million in assets, including luxury items like handbags and watches, after taking office in September. Paetongtarn, part of the influential Shinawatra family, reported significant investments and properties. Her father Thaksin remains a major political figure in Thailand, highlighting the link between wealth and power in the nation.
Elon Musk credited SpaceX, NASA, and President Donald Trump for the safe return of two astronauts stranded on the ISS for nearly ten months, while criticizing the Biden administration for delaying their rescue for political reasons. Musk had offered an earlier return, which he claims was rejected by Biden's administration.
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After the initial crash following the launch of the Melania memecoin, $TRUMP surged back above $64. Robinhood officially listed Donald Trump's memecoin on their exchange. Donald Trump's crypto platform World Liberty Financial bought three new domain names: trumpcoin.eth, erictrump.eth and barrontrump.eth -- hinting that another memecoin launch might be on the cards.
Recent immigration raids in New York City targeted individuals with criminal records, notably in Hispanic and Black communities. While some residents expressed relief regarding the arrests of dangerous criminals, concerns remain about the potential impact on law-abiding migrant families.
Former football star Herschel Walker has been nominated by Donald Trump as US ambassador to the Bahamas. Trump lauded Walker's work with youth sports and military mental health advocacy. Walker's illustrious football career spanned the USFL and NFL, including time playing for Trump's Generals.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk and US President-elect Donald Trump celebrated New Year's Eve at Mar-a-Lago. A video showed Musk dancing with his son, X, while Trump appeared engaged in conversation. Social media reactions ranged from curiosity about Musk's other children to admiration for the gathering.
The chairman and president of Japan's Fuji Television resigned Monday, weeks after a celebrity presenter was accused of sexual assault, causing a public relations storm and the mass exit of advertisers. As pressure mounted, Fuji TV said its president Koichi Minato and chairman Shuji Kanoh were stepping down.