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Sources: OpenAI has held preliminary discussions with investors about raising tens of billions of dollars, and as much as $100B, at a valuation of around $750B — OpenAI has held preliminary discussions with some inv…
Zelensky Pleads for Aid as Ukraine Claims Russia Preparing for Extended War
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky said that they received signals that Russia was preparing for a war in the next year.
Hundreds of mourners gather for funerals of Bondi Beach shooting victims
Australians are honoring the 15 people killed in the mass shooting in Sydney, first remembering the rabbi who helped organize the gathering to celebrate the first night of Hanukkah. Anna Coren reports.
World Cup winner to get $50M from richer prize pool, half of Chelsea’s payday at Club World Cup
The winner of the 2026 World Cup will receive $50 million from a $655 million prize pool, FIFA said in announcing record financial rewards for teams in a tournament with ticket prices that have sparked outcries.
Venezuelans Express Anger at Trump’s Oil Tanker Blockade
Venezuelans spoke out after President Trump ordered a “complete blockade” of sanctioned oil tankers going to and from Venezuela. Hours after he announced the blockade, the Venezuelan Navy began escorting tankers sailing around the country’s east coast….
Asia markets fall as rotation out of tech continues; investors await Trump address
Trump is expected to speak about his accomplishments in his first 11 months in office and make the case for his administration’s actions against Venezuela.
Dan Bongino stepping down as FBI deputy director
The ex-podcaster announced he would leave the FBI after US President Donald Trump told reporters he “wants to go back to his show”.
US Congress Ends Syria Sanctions
The US Congress on Wednesday permanently ended sanctions imposed on Syria under ousted leader Bashar al-Assad, paving the way for the return of investment to the war-ravaged nation.
US government admits negligence in helicopter-plane collision that killed 67 in Washington
The U.S. government has admitted the Federal Aviation Administration and the Army played a role in causing the collision last January between an airliner and a Black Hawk helicopter near the nation’s capital that killed 67 people.
In this secret missile factory, Ukraine is ramping up its domestic arms industry
The BBC goes to a secret Ukrainian factory, where they are manufacturing new long-range missiles.