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European markets slide in the last full trading session of the year

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European stock markets traded lower on Monday in the last full trading session of 2024, as investors braced for a quiet end to the year. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index…

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New York City's congestion pricing will begin amid legal challenges

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Cars traveling through Manhattan will face new tolls starting just after midnight on January 5, 2025, as New York City implements the nation's first congestion pricing plan. However, the plan…

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Notre Dame is from Indiana and advances to the Sugar Bowl against Georgia

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No. 7-ranked Notre Dame earned a decisive 27-17 victory over No. 10 Indiana in the opening game of the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff on Friday night in South Bend,…

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Border detentions in December remain stable, reaching the lowest levels since 2020

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Border detentions for unauthorized crossings from Mexico into the United States in December showed little change from the previous month, maintaining the lowest levels since July 2020. A senior U.S.…

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America's oldest racetrack closes as horse racing sees a modern resurgence

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After more than 170 years of operation, Freehold Raceway, America's oldest racetrack, has held its last race. The New Jersey track, owned by Penn Entertainment, officially closed its doors on…

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Ukraine blocks the transit of Russian gas to Europe, ending decades of energy dominance

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On New Year's Day, Ukraine officially cut off the flow of Russian natural gas to several European countries, marking the end of Moscow's long-standing dominance of European energy markets. The…

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Boise State's magical season ends with Fiesta Bowl loss, exposing flaws in College Football Playoff seeding

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One was the resilient, conference-champion team that stormed into the College Football Playoff with determination, a breakout season fueled by star running back Ashton Jeanty, and a legacy of excellence…

Politics

Panama celebrates 25 years of sovereignty over the Panama Canal

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This year marks a significant milestone for Panama as the nation celebrates 25 years since it assumed full control of the Panama Canal. On December 31, 1999, the canal was…

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John Thune prepares to lead Senate majority amid political challenges

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John Thune's political career has been defined by resilience, strategic thinking, and the ability to tackle complex challenges. After ousting Sen. Tom Daschle, the influential Democratic majority leader, in 2004,…

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Jake Paul vs. Conor McGregor: Potential blockbuster fight sparks sports betting

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UFC superstar Conor McGregor has revealed his plans to return to the ring, teasing a potential fight against social media influencer and WWE star Logan Paul's older brother Jake Paul.…