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PHILADELPHIA — City Council has approved a $1.3 billion plan to bring a brand new arena for the Philadelphia Sixers to the Market East community in Center City, clearing the way for the project’s future. During its scheduled meeting on Thursday, Dec. 19, City Council voted in favor of the legislative package, with a majority of members supporting the plan. This approval followed months of negotiations with developers, community meetings across the city, and protests from both sides of the debate. The plan is expected to have a transformative effect on the area. A raucous start At the start of…

It was government shutdown season in Washington, and all through the House, many creatures were stirring — most notably Elon Musk. Lawmakers in Congress expected a smooth path to the holidays. They had a bipartisan deal that would keep the government funded and send them all on their merry way back to their districts. But then, with Donald Trump back in the White House and Musk, the world’s richest man, wielding enormous power over the political process, they got a taste of what the next four years might look like. On Wednesday, Trump — with Musk’s help — effectively killed…

Putin said that Russia is ready to negotiate with anyone, including Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. On Thursday, Russia’s President Vladimir Putin said that he is open to compromising over the Ukraine war in talks with US President-elect Donald Trump, emphasizing that he would have no preconditions for discussions but any deal must involve legitimate Ukrainian authorities. According to a Reuters report, Putin said that Russia is ready to negotiate with anyone, including President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. During his annual Q&A session with Russians on state TV, Putin responded to a reporter from a US news channel, saying he had not spoken…

President Vladimir Putin stated that Russia has not been defeated in Syria, despite rebel groups overthrowing his ally, Bashar al-Assad, earlier this month. In his first public remarks on the matter on Thursday, Putin acknowledged that he had not yet met with the former Syrian leader, who fled to Moscow. However, he emphasized that he “will definitely talk to him” and intends to meet him in the Russian capital. He stated that he would ask al-Assad about the whereabouts of missing U.S. reporter Austin Tice, whose release the White House has called a “top priority.” During his annual end-of-year news…

Summary WASHINGTON, Dec 19 (Reuters) – U.S. Congress has only two days to prevent a partial government shutdown as President-elect Donald Trump rejected a bipartisan federal spending deal. Trump is demanding that lawmakers address the nation’s debt ceiling before he takes office next month. With a government funding deadline of midnight Friday (0500 GMT Saturday) fast approaching, lawmakers must act quickly to avoid a shutdown. Trump has urged his fellow Republicans in Congress to oppose a stopgap bill that would extend government funding beyond the looming deadline. He criticized the bipartisan deal, pushing his party members to reject the measure…

LONDON, Dec 15 (Reuters) – On Sunday, Britain officially became the 12th member of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), a trade pact that includes Japan, Australia, and Canada. This move is part of Britain’s strategy to strengthen its ties in the Indo-Pacific region and enhance global trade links following its departure from the European Union. The UK had announced its intention to join the CPTPP last year, marking its largest trade agreement since Brexit. As a member, Britain will benefit from the trade rules and reduced tariffs with eight of the 11 current members: Brunei, Chile,…

Highlights On Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on Ukraine’s allies to send 10 to 12 additional Patriot air defense systems, which he claimed would fully safeguard Ukraine’s skies. His request followed a Russian missile strike in the southeastern city of Zaporizhzhia that resulted in at least four deaths. The attack underscored the ongoing threat posed by Russian missile strikes, as Ukraine continues to battle Russian aggression. Zelenskiy emphasized the urgency of his request, noting that the current air defense systems are not enough to protect the country from the continuous missile attacks. He argued that additional Patriot systems would greatly…

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will return to the world stage on Saturday, joining global leaders for the reopening of the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. Although he remains a private citizen, Trump is already preparing to confront a range of international challenges. This marks his first overseas trip since winning the presidential election a month ago. The event provides French President Emmanuel Macron with an opportunity to take on the role of mediator between Europe and the often unpredictable U.S. politician. Macron has embraced this role before, using diplomatic engagements to bridge gaps between different international powers. As the ceremony unfolds,…

Summary On Friday, South Korea’s ruling party leader said President Yoon Suk Yeol must be removed from office for attempting to impose martial law, but he stopped short of urging members to vote for impeachment. Yoon shocked both the nation and his own People Power Party on Tuesday by imposing martial law to root out “anti-state forces” and confront obstructionist political opponents. However, he reversed his decision about six hours later after parliament, including some members of his own party, voted to oppose the decree. The main opposition Democratic Party has set an impeachment vote for Saturday evening, while the…

David Sacks, a prominent venture investor and podcaster, will join the Trump administration as the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar,” President-elect Donald Trump announced Thursday on Truth Social. Sacks will play a pivotal role in shaping the administration’s policies concerning artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency. In his new position, Sacks will oversee the creation of a legal framework for cryptocurrency while also leading a presidential council on science and technology. His responsibilities will focus on guiding the U.S. towards global leadership in both AI and crypto industries. Trump expressed confidence in Sacks’ ability to advance these crucial areas. “David will…