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Ukrainian delegation visits US as Trump’s peace plans take shape
A Ukrainian delegation, led by Presidential Chief of Staff Andriy Yermak, is visiting the United States this week to establish communication with President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration. The delegation includes Defense Minister Rustem Umerov and Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, according to Ukrainian officials. The visit comes as Trump prepares to assume office next month, with… -
Cyber Monday pulls in record $13.3 billion in sales
Your chances to get some of the deepest discounts of the holiday shopping season have passed with Cyber Monday now in the books. Consumers took full advantage, collectively spending a record $13.3 billion online during Cyber Monday. Adobe Analytics said that’s up 7.3% from last year and surpassed projections of $13.2 billion in sales. The company said between… -
Americans urged to use encrypted messaging apps after cyberattack: Officials
U.S. officials are recommending Americans use encrypted messaging apps amid a cyberattack on telecommunications companies like AT&T and Verizon. Cybersecurity experts advise you to encrypt your text messages and voice communication, if possible. Microsoft says the hacking campaign, which they’ve nicknamed “Salt Typhoon,” is one of the biggest intelligence compromises in U.S. history and has not… -
South Korean president faces impeachment calls after martial law order
Political unrest grows in South Korea after the president’s short-lived martial law order. And U.S. officials urge Americans to use encrypted messaging apps after a massive cyberattack. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024. Push to impeach South Korea’s president after martial law declaration It may have been short-lived,… -
Missing Hawaii woman Hannah Kobayashi now in Mexico: LAPD
The search for Hannah Kobayashi made national headlines thanks to many questions left unanswered with loved ones wondering if she was taken against her will. The budding photographer from Hawaii was on her way to New York City last month to experience the art scene and visit relatives. However, after missing her connecting flight from… -
Retailers tighten return policies as billions flock to online shopping
With analysts estimating shoppers would spend at least $13 billion on Cyber Monday, some retailers are upping the fees when it comes to returns. They say the main reason for the change is an increase in fraud. According to the National Retail Federation, of $743 billion in returns in 2023, $101 billion, or 14%, were… -
SCOTUS to hear case that could decide future of trans health care nationwide
The Supreme Court is getting ready to hear a case that could transform the future of transgender health care in the United States. The nation’s highest court will hear a case Wednesday, Dec. 4, over whether a Tennessee law banning puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and surgery for trans minors discriminates based on sex. The American… -
Sunday after Thanksgiving sees record number of flyers
The Transportation Security Administration reports Sunday, Dec. 1, was the busiest flying day ever in the United States. The record-breaker occurred as Americans tried to get home from the long Thanksgiving holiday week. TSA agents screened 3.09 million flyers on Sunday, breaking the previous record set earlier this year. 3.01 million Americans flew on July… -
Vietnam real estate tycoon faces death penalty in $12.5B fraud case
A Vietnamese court has upheld the death sentence for real estate tycoon Truong My Lan in one of the largest fraud cases in the country’s history. Lan, chairwoman of the Van Thinh Phat Group, was convicted of embezzling $12.5 billion through fraudulent schemes, disrupting Vietnam’s banking sector and raising concerns about financial oversight. Lan was… -
2,500 giant panda sculptures on display in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is embracing a panda craze as thousands of sculptures were on display Monday, Dec. 2. The “PANDA GO! FEST HK,” Hong Kong’s largest panda-themed exhibition, launched with 2,500 sculptures showcased at the airport before moving to popular landmarks like the Avenue of Stars. The designs of six special editions were inspired by the… -
Biden makes history as first US president to visit Angola
President Joe Biden is making history as the first American president to visit Angola. This also marks the only trip to sub-Saharan Africa of his presidency. The focus of the three-day visit is on the U.S.-backed Lobito corridor railway redevelopment project in Angola, Zambia and Congo. It’s meant to counter China’s influence on the continent. The U.S. has committed $3 billion to the corridor… -
Trump to travel to Paris for reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral
President-elect Donald Trump announces plans to travel to Paris, his first trip overseas since winning the election. And a judge rejects Elon Musk’s bid to restore his $56 billion pay package. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024. Trump to travel to Paris for reopening of Notre Dame cathedral… -
Football, flags, fights: College rivalry week marred by post-game brawls
Rivalry week in college football turned into a series of fights on the field on Saturday, Nov. 30. The act of planting a flag was the root of many of these melees. Michigan-Ohio State After Michigan upset Ohio State 13-10 in their 120th meeting, the Wolverines planted their flag at midfield of Ohio Stadium, also…