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The NYPD identified Debrina Kawam, 61, as the woman set on fire in a New York subway by Sevastian Zapeta-Calil, an illegal Guatemalan immigrant. The incident, which was captured on video, occurred on December 22. Zapeta-Calil, who re-entered the US after deportation in 2018, faces multiple charges of murder and arson. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ZNt4i5V

Canyon ISD reversed its decision to remove the Bible from school libraries after clarifying with state officials that it should not be classified as containing 'sexually explicit' content. The district faced backlash from parents and community members, including elected officials, underscoring the Bible's perceived moral and educational value. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/rqh9Ie7

The Essex Region Conservation Authority has issued a watershed conditions statement due to anticipated rainfall and current ground conditions, warning residents about potential localised flooding and slippery conditions. Environment Canada has also warned of up to 40 mm of rain in parts of Ontario and freezing rain in eastern regions such as the Ottawa Valley. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/VqQNdGI

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle spent Christmas in California with their children and Meghan's mother despite an invitation to the UK. Meanwhile, the rest of the royal family attended Christmas mass at Sandringham. This year has been challenging for the royals due to health issues faced by King Charles and Kate Middleton. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/xWhDgUn

President-elect Trump accused Democrats of paying millions to celebrities like Beyoncé and Oprah for endorsements of Vice President Kamala Harris. He questioned the legality, citing campaign donations to organizations linked to these figures. Trump criticized Harris’ media coverage and the transparency of donation practices. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ZFfh2eL

Destiny USA in Syracuse temporarily closed due to a security concern. Authorities are actively investigating the potential threat, and entrances are blocked by New York State Police. Visitor, employee, and tenant safety remain the highest priority. Updates on the situation and reopening will be provided once available. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ifplIFT

Social media users claimed that Vivek Ramaswamy was a con artist who purchased an Alzheimer's drug that had already failed clinical trials four times. Vivek rebranded it, added his mother psychiatrist Geetha Ramaswamy on the board, took the company public through an IPO and cashed out before the drug failed again. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/35vjGPo

A woman at Los Angeles International Airport shocked TSA agents with over 80 prohibited items in her carry-on, including fireworks, knives, replica firearms, and pepper spray. The TSA seized the items and emphasized the importance of travelers double-checking their bags to avoid such incidents. TSA recommends using the 'MyTSA' app to verify permissible items. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/UFkAGWE

Asked for their thoughts about a potential ceasefire in 2025, Ukrainian soldiers said they’d welcome a reprieve but were skeptical one was coming soon from World https://ift.tt/9Gec1bD

Pakistan's military courts have sentenced 60 more civilians for their involvement in the violent May 9 riots, bringing the total to 85 convictions. Key locations, including military sites, were targeted. Convicted civilians, including Imran Khan's nephew Hassan Niazi, received sentences from two to 10 years. International entities criticized the trials for lack of transparency and judicial independence. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/WMiAXlF

A woman was stabbed in the throat by a man at Grand Central Terminal on Christmas Eve. She received no assistance from bystanders or police, who were absent despite usually being present. The attacker, identified as Jason Sargeant, was later arrested by MTA police. The victim said her fellow passengers just froze after the attack and police were seen nowhere in sight. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/RnGTLcf

46 civilians, mostly women and children, are reported killed in airstrikes by Pakistani jets in Afghanistan's Paktika province. The strikes targeted alleged TTP camps, with Kabul condemning them as barbaric aggression. Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan are likely to worsen following the incident. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/IdkGLuj

David Sacks and Sriram Krishnan, who helped restore MAGA Twitter accounts with Elon Musk in 2022, are now in conflict with MAGA activist Laura Loomer over green card policies. Loomer criticized Krishnan for suggesting the removal of country caps on green cards, while Sacks clarified the aim is fairness for applicants like those from India. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/NQgESKT

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned US sanctions on their ballistic missile programme, asserting it is for defensive purposes. The US cited attempts by the National Development Complex to acquire missile components, leading to penalties. These sanctions followed significant military discussions between China and Pakistan, focusing on regional security and bilateral defence cooperation. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/KnI7cRU

Former US President Bill Clinton, 78, was discharged from Georgetown University Medical Center after treatment for the flu. He was in stable condition throughout his stay and is expected to return home before Christmas. Clinton has faced several health challenges over the years but remains active in public life. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Xbpc2GN

​Social media was quick to observe that his lawyer Karen Friedman Agnifilo was wearing a matching outfit like Mangione. It's not known whether it was just a coincidence or whether Agnifilo chose to wear a matching outfit in solidarity with his client as she issued some strong statements against the ongoing treatment of the case. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/rfiFEkJ

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez clarified that she is not pregnant, refuting months of speculation. "I am not pregnant, guys. I had a lot of food at Thanksgiving, okay? It happens," AOC said replying to a question on Instagram where the user asked her why she was glowing and whether she was pregnant. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ql3ScBT

A woman was tragically burned to death on a Coney Island F train Sunday morning after a man allegedly set her on fire with a match. This incident follows a violent weekend in the NYC subway system, including a fatal stabbing on a 7 train and an assault on a D train conductor. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/hSQdD5g

Jeff Bezos dismissed rumors of a lavish $600 million Aspen wedding with fiancée Lauren Sánchez next weekend as "completely false." The rumors detailed a Christmas wedding celebration at Kevin Costner's ranch and rented venues. Bezos and Sánchez, engaged since May 2023, began dating in 2018 after Bezos' divorce. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/8Ga97zT

A former Tennessee teacher, Alissa McCommon, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison without parole after pleading guilty to multiple sex crimes against minors, including raping a 12-year-old student and fathering his child. McCommon exploited her position, building relationships with students before abusing them. The victims' families expressed outrage and relief at her sentencing. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/anjpWqz

Party City, the nearly 40-year-old party supplies retailer, is closing all its stores by February 28, 2025. CEO Barry Litwin announced the immediate wind-down of operations, leaving thousands of employees jobless. The company, emerging from bankruptcy earlier this year, struggled with substantial debt despite previous restructuring efforts and store closures. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/rg8HLIP

Joe Biden and Nancy Pelosi's fallout is not a secret, as Nancy Pelosi publicly acknowledged that she had not spoken with her long-time friend Biden after Biden had opted out of the presidential race. Nancy Pelosi and Barack Obama were the main driving force behind the decision. Jill Biden now wants Joe Biden to take revenge on the Democrats and pardoning Hunter Biden was a part of that, a report claimed. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/fOY4UQB

In a surprising turn, 38 House Republicans defied President-elect Trump's explicit call to support a spending and debt deal, ultimately sinking the legislation. This defiance, primarily from conservatives, stemmed from opposition to raising the debt limit for an extended period. The incident raises questions about Trump's hold on the GOP as he prepares to return to office. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/bP2Vzp7

​Elon Musk said the new plan of splitting the spending bill into smaller pieces allowing each piece to pass or fail individually sounds promising. Elon Musk's reaction became all the more important as he emerged as the driving force behind the failure of Plan A and consequently, Plan C. ​GOP leaders are debating voting tonight under a process that would require two-thirds of the chamber to agree, or waiting to vote until tomorrow by first passing a rule that would require only a simple majority to pass the funding plan, according to a source. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/PnC3DrR

A new notebook belonging to Luigi Mangione has revealed that the suspected killer of Brian Thompson started making the plan as early as August. His target was the insurance sector as he wanted to take out any CEO of a medical insurance company and UnitedHealthcare checked every box as he studied more about the company. Mangione was not a customer of the company. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/xuitAWR

Pakistan condemned new US sanctions targeting four entities involved in its missile program, alleging double standards and discrimination. The US State Department cited proliferation concerns, but Pakistan's foreign ministry argued the sanctions destabilize regional security and exacerbate military imbalances. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/9UteRb4

Amidst ongoing royal tensions, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will spend Christmas in California, while King Charles has extended a notable invitation to his stepson, Tom Parker Bowles, for the Sandringham festivities. This marks a significant shift, as Parker Bowles has previously declined such invitations. Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson will also be absent from the royal gathering this year. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/w0YhN5k

Department of Government Efficiency co-chiefs Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy urged Congress to reject the stopgap spending deal. ​The stopgap measure's text, released days before the December 20 shutdown deadline, aims to push the deadline and give the next Congress and incoming president more time to decide how the government should be funded for the majority of next year. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ZJ45cMP

In a brazen attack, Lt. Gen. Igor Kirillov, head of Russia's chemical weapons protection, was assassinated in Moscow. Ukraine's SBU claims responsibility, calling him a war criminal responsible for chemical attacks. This marks the most significant killing of a Russian military official within Russia since the war began. Russia vows revenge while investigations are underway. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/huQ3fts

Tech consultant Nima Momeni was found guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee. Prosecutors argued Momeni, enraged over a dispute involving his sister and Lee, planned the attack. Momeni's defense claimed self-defense during an altercation, but the jury rejected this. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/If2Gn9t

Radio host Charlamagne tha God condemned the celebration of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder by Luigi Mangione. Psychologists weighed in on Mangione's mindset, citing grandiosity and lack of empathy. Mangione, arrested with fake IDs and a manifesto, targeted Thompson due to frustrations with the insurance industry. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/xNdz9Uh

A new proposal for a 60-day pause in hostilities in Gaza and the exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners includes key concessions from Hamas. from World https://ift.tt/9towv6K

President-elect Trump called Turkey's ousting of Syrian leader Assad an "unfriendly takeover" but also "very smart." He warned of consequences if hostages in Gaza aren't returned by January 20th and expressed his intent to negotiate a deal between Russia and Ukraine. Trump reiterated his opposition to vaccine mandates while supporting specific vaccines like polio and defended his proposed tariffs. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/umo7GwC

Luigi Mangione's attorney in Pennsylvania Thomas Dicky declined to say if Mangione’s prominent Baltimore family is fronting his legal bills, though he said that members of the public had offered to contribute but he also mentioned that it's highly unlikely that the aid fund would come to use. Meanwhile, Mangione now has another attorney in New York who also declined to comment on who is paying her. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/08udP5b

​"Drones have no use at night unless you are doing some intelligence work, looking for some bad guys or looking for a victim or doing some type of military project. Drones can see stuff unless they have thermal optics. You need mapping during the day. The only reason will be if you are looking for something -- a person, or a gas," Ferguson said. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/itCByVS

​“I have lived in New Jersey my whole life. This is the first time that I’ve noticed drones over my house. And I was in a restaurant in Monmouth County on Friday night, had people at the bar coming up to me and saying, Governor Murphy won’t tell me anything. The president won’t tell me anything. Do you know? Like, well, I don’t know,” Christie said. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/9qwulFB

Kimberly Guilfoyle's appointment as Greece ambassador wasn't a consolation prize, but a long-held aspiration, even discussed with Donald Trump a year prior. The timing coincided with Don Jr's new relationship, which was known within the family. Guilfoyle remains close to the Trumps and enthusiastic about her new role, actively engaging on social media and praising Trump. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/jOhlDX6

In Aqaba, UN envoy Geir Pedersen urged international cooperation to prevent the collapse of Syrian institutions after the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Pedersen and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, attending a conference on the Syrian crisis, emphasized a "credible and inclusive" political process for forming the next government and ensuring humanitarian aid access. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/2JXkrln

Pakistan's Supreme Court conditionally allowed military courts to deliver verdicts for 85 civilians involved in the May 9 riots. These verdicts remain subject to the court's final decision on the constitutionality of military trials for civilians. The trials stem from protests following Imran Khan's arrest, with concerns raised by human rights organizations about due process. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/pvI7Smj

A total of 251 people were taken in the attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. We’re tracking what happened to each of them. from World https://ift.tt/0HyG4jp

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez addressed the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, stating that while violence isn't justified, Americans' frustration with the healthcare system fuels such reactions. "​I think for anyone who is confused or shocked or appalled, they need to understand that people interpret and feel and experience denied claims as an act of violence against them," AOC said. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/uGdzpRC

22-year-old Indian student Rittika Rajput tragically died in British Columbia, Canada, after a falling tree struck her during a bonfire with friends. A GoFundMe campaign aims to repatriate her body to India and support her grieving family, who are struggling with the sudden loss and associated financial burdens. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/vAif3jJ

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Both Kimberly Guilfoyle and Bettina Anderson were present at the Republican National Convention and were snapped together. At that time, Kimberly sat beside Don Jr while Bettina was sitting in a row behind. Kimberly was sitting between Don Jr and her son Ronan Anthony Villency whom she shares with her second husband Eric Villency. Before Villency, Kimberly was married to Gavin Newsom. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/8rZjAWp

A fast-moving wildfire, the Franklin Fire, erupted in Malibu, California, forcing thousands to evacuate and threatening numerous structures. Driven by strong Santa Ana winds, the fire quickly spread across over 2,200 acres. Firefighters battled the blaze, hampered by extreme winds, while Pepperdine University and surrounding areas faced significant threats. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/wK8UhAZ

As Iran deals with the strategic setback of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s ouster, a vicious cycle of confrontation and escalation could already be in motion. from World https://ift.tt/GJdZub0

It's extremely out of touch and an insult to the intelligence of the American people and the lived experience," he said as he was led into a Pennsylvania courthouse. Dressed in an orange prison jumpsuit, Luigi was seen screaming to send out his message. He will have to be transferred to New York City where he coldbloodedly shot Thompson dead. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/vktOTA0

Luigi Mangione calmed down at the police station when officers shared with him a square slice of pizza which was his first meal after his arrest. The police released new footage of the 26-year-old suspected killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in which he was seen having a hash brown at McDonald's minutes before he was arrested. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/mvVy1qg

Sources told the New York Post that 26-year-old Luigi Mangione had a personal interest in hating the medical community -- his grandmother died in 2013 and grandfather in 2017. A manifesto was found on him apart from the gun, a silencer and four fake IDs with names that he used in New York City. The manifesto rallied against the US healthcare industry. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ImfGxP4

UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty in his address to the company staff said their duty to prevent dubious health insurance claims would continue and that drew flak on social media after Brian Thompson's death and social media users openly called for Andrew Witty's killing and said he should be the next target. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/LkBNS3M

US President Biden declared the Assad regime's collapse in Syria a "fundamental act of justice" but acknowledged the risks. While crediting US efforts, he expressed concern over the rebel group's past, confirming continued US troop presence to combat ISIS and pursue the return of journalist Austin Tice. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/rZQeLUO

Bashar al-Assad and his family have found asylum in Moscow after fleeing Damascus as Islamist-led opposition forces took control of the Syrian capital. Celebrations erupted in Syria following the rebels' swift advance, ending the Assad family's five-decade rule. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/c7Q8Ceg

Presidents Macron, Zelensky, and Trump convened in Paris for trilateral talks addressing global concerns. Trump, on his first international trip since winning the US election, joined Macron at the Élysée Palace before attending the Notre Dame reopening. from World News Today, Trending World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/nxp13yR