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Drones and explosions in Kyiv, peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, highlights of this year's religious liberty rulings, and remembering Secretariat's jockey. Plus, James Wood on Canadian anti-hate legislation, a baker's critique of Mexican bread, and the Tuesday morning newsSupport The World and Everything in It today at wng.org/donateAdditional support comes from Commuter Bible, the work-week audio Bible. Available on podcast apps and commuterbible.org. New yearly plans begin January 5

President Trump has warned that Hamas will have "hell to pay" if it does not disarm quickly as part of the Gaza peace deal. He said he hoped to reach phase two "very quickly". He was speaking during a visit by the Israeli prime minister. Also: Russia accuses Ukraine of launching a drone attack on one of President Vladimir Putin's residences – a claim Kyiv has denied; the Bangladeshi politician and former prime minister, Khaleda Zia, has died aged 80; researchers monitoring shark populations in the Mediterranean say some shark species are in danger of disappearing; and a young man retraces his father's epic journey and cycles from the English city of Derby to Derby Street in Sydney, Australia. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

Donald Trump claims he can end the war in Ukraine—but the optics and timing of recent events tell a far more troubling story. As Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy traveled to Florida for critical peace talks, Trump publicly highlighted a phone call with Vladimir Putin, positioning himself as the central power broker while Russia escalated threats and spread disinformation. In this video, we break down how Russia's sudden claim of a foiled drone attack on Putin's residence fits a familiar pattern of information warfare, why Zelenskyy has warned of imminent strikes on Kyiv's government buildings, and how Trump's personalized, optics-driven diplomacy risks pressuring Ukraine rather than confronting Russian aggression. Independent media has never been more important. Please support this channel by subscribing here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel with a membership for exclusive early access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Buy Anthony's microphone: https://kellards.com/products/electro-voice-re20-broadcast-announcer-microphone-black-bundle-with-mic-shockmount-broadcast-arm Buy Anthony's black t'shirt: https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/products/E455365-000/00?colorDisplayCode=09 Five Minute News is an Evergreen Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Visit us online at http://www.fiveminute.news Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Donald Trump says the U.S. has "hit" an area in Venezuela where boats are loaded with drugs, marking a first land operation inside the country. China fires rockets towards Taiwan in its most extensive war games. And Trump's Ukraine peace plan faces new challenges after Russia says Kyiv tried to attack President Vladimir Putin's residence. Listen to Morning Bid podcast here. Listen to our On Assignment on Syria here. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast here. Find the Recommended Read⁠ here. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices.You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a horrified nation watches the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Trump and his cronies continue to praise Vladimir Putin causing condemnation and consternation as a majority of Americans are shocked by images of destruction from Kyiv. But Democratic operatives believe their bellicose cheering to be “manna from heaven”; showing Trump and the GOP to truly be the party of fascist dictators. Later Glenn Kirschner joins Mea Culpa to discuss how there's real blood in the water for Donald Trump and believes his days are finally numbered. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Presidents Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky say there's been progress in talks over the Russia-Ukraine war, but difficult issues remain unresolved, including whether Kyiv should give up territory. President Trump said they would know in a few weeks whether a deal is possible. Also: China announces fresh war games around Taiwan. It will practice deterring anyone coming to the island's defence. Myanmar's military is desperate for the country's first general election in five years to be a success, but critics say it's a sham. We look at how Pope Leo is making his mark. And the French film actress and sex symbol Bridget Bardot has died. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

THEATER, BATTLESHIPS, AND THE ILLUSION OF AMERICAN POWER Colleagues Gaius and Germanicus, Friends of History Debating Society, Londinium, 91 AD. Gaius and Germanicus discuss the theatrical nature of American imperial power under Donald Trump, positing that the administration utilizes military displays—such as missile strikes on empty targets in Nigeria or Venezuela—as symbolic rituals to assert authority without risking the failure associated with actual combat. Germanicus argues that Trump possesses the insight that "theater is the best way to assert American authority," drawing a parallel to Reagan's "Star Wars" initiative, which defeated the Soviets through the illusion of technological superiority rather than its reality. They debate the strategic utility of battleships; while Trump envisions massive vessels for their psychological hold on the "collective imagination," Germanicus predicts the construction of guided missile cruisers that merely project that image of invincibility. The conversation shifts to the Russo-Ukrainian conflict, where Germanicus characterizes the Kyiv government as a "gangster racket" protracting the war for financial gain while Russia solidifies its military reputation. They conclude that the US is transitioning into a phase of empire relying on "demonstration and display" to maintain global dominance, warning that an actual military defeat could be a fatal blow to the system. NUMBER 1 1942 BB58 USS MARYLSND IN ACTION.

Day 1,404. Today, President Volodymyr Zelensky appears to have secured a 15-year American security guarantee from President Donald Trump after their meeting in Mar-a-Lago. But questions remain over the other key sticking points of a potential peace deal. Plus, a postcard from Kyiv's first marathon since the full-blown war began. Journalist Benjamin Lynch ran the half-marathon with a recorder alongside 13,000 other people to give us a flavour of the event. Pic credit: Joe Raedle/Getty ImagesContributorsVenetia Rainey (Co-host Battle Lines podcast). @venetiarainey on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.With thanks to Ben Lynch (Journalist). @ben_lynch99 on X.SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:Listen to Adelie Pojzman-Pontay reflect on Russia and China's relationship on our sister podcast Battle Lines: https://linktr.ee/BattleLinesZelensky asks Trump for 50 years of US security guarantees: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/12/29/zelensky-asks-trump-for-50-years-of-security-guarantees/Roland's Oliphant's comment piece on Mariupol Theatre being reopened: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/12/11/mariupol-theatre-putin-ukraine-plans/LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two world leaders in two days meet with President Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with President Trump over the weekend, as Kyiv remains locked in a very deadly, protracted war against Russia with the administration looking to broker peace while offering security guarantees for Ukraine. Israeli President Benjamin Netanyahu also meeting with President Trump and expressing ongoing concerns about the regime in Iran. FOX's Eben Brown speaks with FOX's Lucas Tomlinson, reporting from West Palm Beach, FL, who says the meetings come at key moments in creating peace in Ukraine and maintaining it in Gaza. Click Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

[00:30] Fake Peace (21 minutes) After a phone call with Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Trump said Russia “wants to see Ukraine succeed.” This comes right after another brutal bombing of Kyiv by Russia. Meanwhile, ahead of a meeting with President Trump's team in Miami, Russia's lead negotiator is showing how serious he is about pursuing peace by posting pictures of his windsurfing experience. [22:00] Somali Fraudsters (18 minutes) Somali immigrants have bilked billions of dollars from U.S. taxpayers in fraud schemes in Minneapolis. Part of the scheme was set up by Somali Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, who introduced legislation at the start of the COVID-19 lockdowns that enabled day-care centers and meal halls to take in millions of dollars' worth of government funding. [40:00] The Danger in Christmas (25 minutes)

Russia launches 'massive strike' on Kyiv, killing 1 and wounding many ahead of Ukraine-U.S. talks. Bomb cyclone to bring blizzard conditions, icy travel to northeast. New Yorkers say goodbye to bad memories from 2025 in annual 'Good Riddance Day'. Trump says the U.S. took out a 'big facility' in Venezuela amid strikes on alleged drug boats. Iranian president: Country in ‘full-scale war' with West. Search resumes for MH 370. DC pipe bomb suspect Brian Cole Jr.'s possible motive revealed. 

Nella Festa della Sacra Famiglia, dopo la preghiera mariana dell'Angelus, il Papa chiede di pregare per le famiglie vittime della guerra. Trump ottimista dopo i colloqui con Zelensky e Putin per la pace in Ucraina e annuncia “Accordo in due settimane”. Mosca ribadisce: “Kiev deve decidere sul Donbass” Chiuso il primo turno delle elezioni Myanmar, sotto lo stretto controllo della giunta militare al potere, al voto anche il Kosovo dove vince il premier Kurti in cerca di una maggioranza per superare lo stallo politico

La poeta, escritora, traductora y editora no binaria Ángelo Néstore ha sido un boom literario de 2025 con su primera novela, 'Leche cruda'. Natalia Sprenger habla con ella sobre esta historia que transcurre en la localidad italiana de Lecce y que trata temas como la identidad queer, la relación materno-filial, la enfermedad, la muerte, la disidencia, la relación con el mundo animal y la extranjería. Aloma Rodríguez está acompañada por tres de los miembros de la banda Kiev cuando nieva (formada por Antxon Corcuera, Javier y Carlos Aquilué y Jaime Sevilla), para hablar de los 6 años que han tardado en sacar un disco y, sobre todo, cómo suena este nuevo trabajo: 'Duermen en discos'.Escuchar audio

Aloma Rodríguez está acompañada por tres de los miembros de la banda Kiev cuando nieva (formada por Antxon Corcuera, Javier y Carlos Aquilué y Jaime Sevilla), para hablar de los 6 años que han tardado en sacar un álbum y, sobre todo, cómo suena este nuevo trabajo: 'Duemen en discos'.Escuchar audio

Zelensky and Trump hold peace plan talks in Florida. We hear reaction from Kyiv and from our correspondent in Washington. Also on the programme: dark energy may change the fate of the Universe, ending in what astronomers call a "Big Crunch". And Brigitte Bardot, French screen legend, dies aged 91, we look at her legacy as a feminine icon.(Photo: President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy upon his arrival for meetings at Trump's Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida, U.S., December 28, 2025. Credit: REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst)

//The Wire//2300Z December 27, 2025////ROUTINE////BLUF: USA CONDUCTS CRUISE MISSILE STRIKES IN NIGERIA. SOMALI FRAUD IN MINNESOTA EXPANDS IN SCOPE. RUSSIA STRIKES KIEV AFTER UKRAINE ASSASSINATES GENERAL IN MOSCOW. SERIAL DRIVE-BY SHOOTER ARRESTED IN AUSTIN.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE----- -International Events-Ukraine: Over the past few days Russia has responded to the Ukrainian targeting of a Russian General in Moscow, by conducting strikes of their own in Kiev. LTG Fanil Sarvarov was assassinated via an explosive device that was placed inside his vehicle outside his apartment in Moscow.Analyst Comment: Before his death, LTG Sarvarov was the leader of Russia's Operational Training Directorate for the General Staff. The strikes in Kiev are not exactly good news for the peace process, but neither is an assassination of a General in Moscow, so this tit-for-tat targeting is mostly a wash.Nigeria: The Pentagon conducted missile strikes in the Islamic State-held northwestern territories of the nation on Christmas Day. The strikes were carried out on known Islamic State training camps and facilities, which have been legendary for carrying out exploitation, kidnapping, and terrorist attacks around the nation. Local Nigerian officials stated that the US carried out strikes in the Sokoto district, targeting the sub-group referred to as Islamic State-Sahel Province (ISSP).Analyst Comment: The rampant insurgencies carried out by the Islamic State throughout the entire Sahel region are by no means a new conflict, and Nigeria specifically has been host to kidnapping/ransom-style attacks on populated villages for several decades. In short, various ethnic cleansing and genocide operations have become regular and routine throughout the region over the past few centuries, but more recently have come to a head as insurgents consolidate power around the continent. As a reminder, a major scandal emerged back in 2024, when the government of Nigeria adopted a very hostile tone towards the United States, forcing the abandonment (allegedly) of Air Base 101 and 201 (in Niamey and Agadez, respectively), which were bases used by the US to target the Islamic State militants that Nigeria is now having to deal with. In the past year that the US has had a reduced role throughout the region, it would seem that Nigeria would like some more American missiles.These recent strikes were significant, but conflicts in Africa do not often abide by the universally understood ways of warfare in the west. As such, whether or not these strikes actually did anything is anyone's guess; erasing a map grid square which previously held a significant training camp surely would have resulted in some level of setback for militants, however only time will tell if this effort will reduce the capabilities of insurgent groups in the region.Of note, the technical details of the strikes are contradictory between the various agencies involved. For instance, Nigerian officials state that the strikes were carried out by MQ-9 Reaper drones, however the Pentagon published a video of (likely Tomahawk) missiles being launched from an unnamed Arleigh Burke-class Destroyer. This doesn't necessarily mean much, as it's very doubtful that the US told Nigeria anything about the strike beyond very basic details. However, this does bring into question exactly what intelligence was used to conduct the strikes. USAFRICOM has had a counter-insurgency mission throughout the continent for decades, so it's not out of the question for the US to carry out strikes without Nigeria's help at all (which is probably for the best). After all, Islamic State training camps aren't exactly hard to find. However, the Nigerian government has serious incentive to feed the US bad intel which results in bad strikes. Throughout the third world, one of the biggest complications for targeting are local sources providing "tips" on "insurg

December, 28 2025, 9AM; The meeting comes at a critical moment as Kiev is currently recovering from a deadly assault on the nation's capital. Zelenskyy said the city was hit by roughly 40 missiles and five-hundred drones and slammed Russia over the strikes in a post on social media. He further accused Russian representatives of engaging in lengthy peace talks, but said in reality, their drone and missile strikes speak for them. Alex Tabet joins The Weekend to discuss what to expect at the meeting between the two leaders.For more, follow us on social media:Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.socialInstagram: @theweekendmsnowTikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Banksy'nin 22 Aralık'ta Londra'nın batısındaki Queen's Mews'te ortaya çıkan yeni eseri, sanatçı tarafından doğrulandı. Kiev Belediye Başkanı Rus ordusunun kente yönelik hava saldırıları sonucu 22 kişinin yaralandığını bildirdi.Bu bölüm Local Makers hakkında reklam içermektedir. Local Makers, hediyeleşme geleneğini etik, yerel ve onarıcı bir sevgi diline dönüştürmeyi hedefliyor. Bu doğrultuda hazırlanan hediye rehberi ile geçici trendler yerine uzun ömürlü, anlamlı ve doğaya saygılı ürünlerle zarif bir iz bırakmaya davet ediyor. Hediye alternatiflerini incelemek için burayı ziyaret edebilirsiniz.

Se busca a cuatro desaparecidos, un español y sus tres hijos, tras el naufragio de un barco turístico en Komodo, Bali. La mujer y otra hija son rescatadas. El hombre es un entrenador de fútbol valenciano, generando gran preocupación en su ciudad. El PSOE exige la dimisión de Alberto Núñez Feijóo por mentir sobre la DANA de Valencia. Afirman que los mensajes presentados a la jueza por Feijóo prueban el conocimiento del gobierno valenciano sobre la gravedad del suceso, contradiciendo su versión. Zelenski y Donald Trump se encuentran en Florida para tratar un plan de paz en Ucrania, mientras Kiev sufre nuevos bombardeos con dos muertos. Putin declara que resolverá la situación por la fuerza. En deportes, el Boxing Day de la Premier League registra victorias de Manchester City y Arsenal. El Aston Villa de Unai Emery se afianza en el tercer puesto. Isco, del Betis, se opera del tobillo. Real Madrid y Barcelona juegan hoy en baloncesto. "La Noche con el Grupo Risa" reflexiona sobre el fin ...

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Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Poland scrambles jets as Russia strikes Kyiv before US Ukraine peace talks Family cremates wrong body after Glasgow hospital mistake UK to offer military gap year in effort to boost recruitment Susanna Liew The pastors wife who took on Malaysias government over her missing husband Raymond Koh BBC News Quiz of the Year 2025, Part 3 What Instagram caption did Taylor Swift use to announce her engagement Treasury to cover Bayeux Tapestry loan to UK for estimated 800m Newspaper headlines Royal trips to woo Trump and Gap year soldiers Both of these influencers are successful but only one is human Family heartbroken as they name missing Devon swimmer Beyonc , Labubu and Sydney Sweeneys jeans 15 viral moments that defined 2025

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Beyonc , Labubu and Sydney Sweeneys jeans 15 viral moments that defined 2025 South East rail users hit by change to peak time ticketing Gordon Ramsays daughter Holly weds Olympian Adam Peaty UK restricts DR Congo visas over migrant return policy Family cremates wrong body after Glasgow hospital mistake Kennedy Center seeks 1m from musician who cancelled after Trump name added to venue Attack on Kyiv shows Russia doesnt want peace, Zelensky says Treasury to cover Bayeux Tapestry loan to UK for estimated 800m Kislingbury metal detectorist looks back at decades of finds Large fire at Glasgow city centre hotel

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Siobhan O'Grady, the Washington Post's Ukraine bureau chief in Kyiv

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A ceasefire has come into force along the border between Thailand and Cambodia, where weeks of clashes have forced a million people from their homes. The seventy- two- hour truce was agreed by the two countries' defence ministers following extensive diplomacy by Chinese officials.Also in the programme: Saudi Arabia's defence minister has warned the main separatist movement in southern Yemen to withdraw from territory it's recently captured in two provinces, amid rising tensions in the area; Ukraine says overnight Russian air strikes in the capital Kyiv have injured at least eight people and caused power cuts; and ahead of the winter games in Italy - we meet Slovenia's world champion ski-jumpers targeting Olympic gold.(Photo:Cambodia's Defence Minister Tea Seiha and Thailand's Defence Minister Natthaphon Narkphanit after the ceasefire was agreed during a special meeting at a border checkpoint in Chanthaburi province, Thailand. Credit: Reuters)

In our news wrap Saturday, Russia attacked Ukraine's capital with a barrage of missiles and drones a day before Trump and Zelenskyy are set to meet, a quick-moving winter storm snarled holiday travel across the Great Lakes and Northeast, and California dropped its lawsuit against the Trump administration over the cancellation of more than $4 billion in federal grants for a high-speed rail project. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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In our news wrap Saturday, Russia attacked Ukraine's capital with a barrage of missiles and drones a day before Trump and Zelenskyy are set to meet, a quick-moving winter storm snarled holiday travel across the Great Lakes and Northeast, and California dropped its lawsuit against the Trump administration over the cancellation of more than $4 billion in federal grants for a high-speed rail project. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

AP correspondent Julie Walker reports Russia attacks Kyiv, killing one and wounding several others ahead of Ukraine-US talks.

Confira os destaques do Jornal da Manhã deste sábado (27): O senador Magno Malta (PL) protocolou um pedido para suspender o recesso parlamentar. O objetivo é instalar uma CPI sobre o Banco Master e apurar contratos envolvendo o escritório de Viviane Barci de Moraes, esposa do ministro Alexandre de Moraes. André Anelli traz os detalhes e a reação da oposição. Pelo segundo dia consecutivo, a cidade de São Paulo bateu recorde de calor. Para lidar com a situação, o governo do Estado começou a tomar providências diante da previsão de chuva forte já na próxima semana. Reportagem: Camila Yunes. A Controladoria Geral da União decidiu pelo afastamento de David Cosac Junior, de 49 anos, do cargo de auditor da CGU. Ele é acusado de agredir a ex-namorada e o filho dela, de apenas quatro anos. A Instituição Fiscal Independente (IFI) do Senado alerta que o governo federal acumula R$ 170 bilhões em despesas fora da contabilidade oficial desde 2023, colocando em dúvida a sustentabilidade fiscal. O líder do governo, Randolfe Rodrigues, discorda e cita gastos com defesa. Previsto para entrar em vigor em 1º de janeiro, o novo salário mínimo, no valor de R$ 1.621, começa a ser pago em fevereiro de 2026. O reajuste deve injetar R$ 81,7 bilhões na economia. Para analisar os impactos da medida, a Jovem Pan News entrevista o economista Rodrigo Simões.Reportagem: Danúbia Braga. O IPCA-15, prévia da inflação oficial, registrou alta de 0,25% em dezembro, segundo dados divulgados na última terça-feira (23) pelo IBGE. Para comentar o resultado e fazer um balanço da economia em 2025, a Jovem Pan News também ouviu o economista Rodrigo Simões.Reportagem: Rodrigo Viga. A Abin notificou o ex-diretor do órgão, Alexandre Ramagem, em processo que pede a devolução de R$10 mil para a agência por conta de ajustes trabalhistas. Ramagem tem o prazo de 10 dias para fazer a devolução e até o momento não se manifestou sobre o assunto. A Rússia realizou um ataque massivo com drones contra Kiev na madrugada deste sábado (27). Segundo o correspondente Eliseu Caetano, a ofensiva deixou 1 morto e 32 feridos, incluindo crianças. O bombardeio atingiu áreas residenciais e infraestrutura urbana. defesa aérea ucraniana interceptou parte dos equipamentos, mas alguns drones de longo alcance ultrapassaram o bloqueio. O governo Trump aprovou o maior pacote de defesa da história para Taiwan, incluindo mísseis e artilharia pesada. Em retaliação imediata, Pequim anunciou sanções contra gigantes como Boeing Defense e Northrop Grumman. O correspondente Eliseu Caetano detalha a crise diplomática. Essas e outras notícias você acompanha no Jornal da Manhã. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

durée : 00:15:19 - Journal de 12h30 - Plusieurs séries de fortes explosions ont retenti à Kiev dans la nuit de vendredi à samedi, qui ont fait au moins un mort, les autorités ayant averti que plusieurs régions ukrainiennes étaient menacées par des missiles et drones russes.

Grace Juarez delivers the news on Russian missile strikes on Kyiv overnight, the joint operation between Nigeria and the U.S., and Thailand and Cambodia's second ceasefire agreement on 12/27/25

durée : 00:15:19 - Journal de 12h30 - Plusieurs séries de fortes explosions ont retenti à Kiev dans la nuit de vendredi à samedi, qui ont fait au moins un mort, les autorités ayant averti que plusieurs régions ukrainiennes étaient menacées par des missiles et drones russes.

The U.S. military launched a series of airstrikes against ISIS terrorists in Nigeria on Christmas Day. The strikes followed reports that the terrorist group has been killing Christians in the country. The U.S. says the operation was carried out at the request of the Nigerian government, which described the strikes as a “joint operation” targeting terrorists.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is set to meet with President Trump in Florida on Sunday. According to Kyiv, the latest peace deal is “90 percent ready,” even as fighting continues.A powerful storm system triggered catastrophic flooding across California during the Christmas holiday, killing at least three people. Entire neighborhoods were submerged, prompting water rescues, with more dangerous weather still ahead.

On today's podcast:1) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he plans to meet his US counterpart Donald Trump “in the coming days,” signaling optimism about reaching a peace deal to end Russia’s almost four-year war.“A lot could be decided before the New Year,” Zelenskiy said Friday in a Telegram and X post after receiving an update from Rustem Umerov, Ukraine’s top negotiator with the US and head of the National Defense and Security Council. The Kyiv Post reported earlier that Zelenskiy is expected to travel to Florida, where Trump is spending the Christmas break, as soon as Sunday. It cited a person familiar with the matter who wasn’t identified. Kyiv and Washington are seeking to align on a 20-point peace plan to present to Russian President Vladimir Putin, including the provision of strong security guarantees modeled on NATO’s Article 5, and a global post-war development program for Ukraine.2) The US launched a military strike in Nigeria against Islamic State targets in a security and intelligence collaboration with the African nation’s government, which has been struggling to contain increasing levels of terrorist attacks in parts of the country. President Trump said he directed American forces to carry out “a powerful and deadly strike” against ISIS. Nigeria’s foreign affairs ministry confirmed the “precision hits on terrorist targets” and said it remains engaged with international partners including the US to address the “persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism.”3) Gold, silver and platinum jumped to all-time highs to extend a historic end-of-year rally for precious metals, with support from escalating geopolitical tensions and US dollar weakness. Frictions in Venezuela, where the US has blockaded oil tankers and ramped up pressure on the government of Nicolás Maduro, have added to the precious metal’s haven appeal. The Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index, a key gauge of the US currency’s strength, was down 0.7% for the week, its biggest drop since June.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olena Bratel es profesora de español en una universidad en Kiev. Bratel explica en Hoy por Hoy que los ataques rusos no cesan por Navidad y, aunque los niños están contentos por no tener clase, lo cierto es que no ha podido juntarse con su familia estos días, pese a vivir relativamente cerca. Además, señala que Moscú ha cambiado su forma de atacar y que se centra siempre en las mismas zonas, estos días de frío en las centrales térmicas, para dejar sin calefacción a la población. También señala que "hay días de suerte y no", por lo que si un día sufren un impacto directo de un misil, "de eso no te salvas".

President Zelensky has revealed a draft deal to end the war in Ukraine that has been negotiated with the US and is currently being reviewed by Moscow. The 20-point plan includes security guarantees for Kyiv from the US, NATO and Europe, but Mr Zelensky says the question of territory remains unresolved. Also in the programme: the US denies visas to five Europeans accused of leading efforts to stifle Americans online; and Egypt begins restoring a 4,500-year-old boat that once belonged to King Khufu. (Picture: Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky. Credit: SERGEY DOLZHENKO/EPA/Shutterstock)

Ukraine's president has floated a possible compromise to a key Russian demand that Kyiv give up territory in eastern Ukraine. Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal could address one of the main sticking points that have bogged down U.S.-led negotiations, but Moscow has given no indication whether it might agree. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Silicon Bites Ep280 | 2025-12-23 | Is Putin losing his grip? His press event last week has generated reams of commentary – and from those not well disposed towards him, the verdict has been brutal. In this episode we cover his “Results of the Year” press spectacle, the glitches, the gaslighting, the challenging questions, or rather lack of them — and the regime's widening reality gap.----------Silicon Curtain is a part of the Christmas Tree Trucks 2025 campaign - an ambitious fundraiser led by a group of our wonderful team of information warriors raising 110,000 EUR for the Ukrainian army. https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtainThe Goal of the Campaign for the Silicon Curtain community:- 1 armoured battle-ready pickupWe are sourcing all vehicles around 2010-2017 or newer, mainly Toyota Hilux or Mitsubishi L200, with low mileage and fully serviced. These are some of the greatest and the most reliable pickups possible to be on the frontline in Ukraine. Who will receive the vehicles?https://car4ukraine.com/campaigns/christmas-tree-trucks-2025-silicon-curtain- The 38th Marine Brigade, who alone held Krynki for 124 days, receiving the Military Cross of Honour.- The 1027th Anti-aircraft and artillery regiment. Honoured by NATO as Defender of the Year 2024 and recipient of the Military Cross of Honour.- 104th Separate Brigade, Infantry, who alone held Kherson for 100 days, establishing conditions for the liberation of the city.- 93rd Brigade "Kholodnyi Yar", Black Raven Unmanned Systems Battalion ----------SOURCES:Reuters (Dec 19, 2025): Rogue texts, aliens and a marriage proposal - welcome to Vladimir Putin's phone-in - https://www.reuters.com/world/sarcastic-messages-flash-up-big-screen-russias-putin-speaks-2025-12-19/Reuters (Dec 19, 2025): Russian central bank cuts key rate to 16% as Putin speaks - https://www.reuters.com/markets/europe/russian-central-bank-cuts-key-rate-16-putin-speaks-2025-12-19/Reuters (Dec 19, 2025): Russia's Putin says cooling of economy in 2025 is a 'conscious' decision - https://www.reuters.com/business/russias-putin-says-cooling-economy-2025-is-conscious-decision-2025-12-19/AP News (Dec 19, 2025): Putin tells his annual news conference that the Kremlin's military goals in Ukraine will be met - https://apnews.com/article/39fd3f2670227545a6f9e684038ed59dThe Washington Post (Dec 19, 2025): Putin says Europe out of step with an increasingly Moscow-friendly U.S. - https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/12/19/russia-putin-callin-show-ukraine-peace/----------SILICON CURTAIN LIVE EVENTS - FUNDRAISER CAMPAIGN Events in 2025 - Advocacy for a Ukrainian victory with Silicon Curtainhttps://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasOur events of the first half of the year in Lviv, Kyiv and Odesa were a huge success. Now we need to maintain this momentum, and change the tide towards a Ukrainian victory. The Silicon Curtain Roadshow is an ambitious campaign to run a minimum of 12 events in 2025, and potentially many more. Any support you can provide for the fundraising campaign would be gratefully appreciated. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasWe need to scale up our support for Ukraine, and these events are designed to have a major impact. Your support in making it happen is greatly appreciated. All events will be recorded professionally and published for free on the Silicon Curtain channel. Where possible, we will also live-stream events.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------

We're approaching the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2026. There's been a few inflection points recently, including talks of a peace deal amidst the gruesome conflict. Tim Mak is a journalist and the founder of The Counteroffensive, which covers the war in Ukraine from a human interest perspective. He joins WITHpod to discuss what life has been like for him living in Kyiv, what he sees as a possible way forward politically and more.   Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Ukraine, the Christmas season is being observed even amid war. We hear one story from a Christian ministry leader and Kyiv resident. Also, the Trump Administration has recalled nearly 30 ambassadors and senior embassy officials, serving mostly in African and Asian countries, from their posts. And, a $500 million AI factory is set to open in Armenia. Plus, members of Parliament grant full clearance for Santa Claus to use Ireland's airspace to deliver toys to the country's children. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Russia's Investigative Committee said Lt Gen Fanil Sarvarov died on Monday morning in Moscow after an explosive device planted under a car detonated. He is the third military official to have been killed in bomb attacks in the Russian capital over the last 12 months. Investigators say they're considering whether Ukraine was involved. Kyiv hasn't commented. Also: A huge operation to tackle cybercrime in several African countries leads to nearly 600 arrests. Why four residents of an Indonesian island are taking a Swiss cement company to court. And gold prices are rocketing, but bourbon sales are struggling. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: A major U.S. military response in Syria, as American and coalition forces unleash one of the largest strikes on ISIS in years. We break down how the operation unfolded, what was targeted, and what it signals about the fight ahead. Pressure ramps up on Venezuela, with U.S. forces boarding yet another oil tanker in the Caribbean as President Trump's maritime blockade tightens. Some good news for Ukraine, as European Union leaders approve a massive ninety-billion-euro loan to support Kyiv's military and economic needs over the next two years. And in today's Back of the Brief—return to sender. Turkey considers sending Russia's S-400 air defense system back in hopes of reopening the door to U.S. F-35 fighter jets. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Stash Financial: Don't Let your money sit around. Go to https://get.stash.com/PDB to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase. Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices