The United States conducted airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites using F-35 stealth jets in June. The mission, called Operation Midnight Hammer, aimed to destroy Iran's nuclear facilities and involved multiple types of military aircraft. After the strikes, Iran launched missiles at a U.S. base in Qatar, but no U.S. casualties were reported.
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Operation Midnight Hammer targeted three Iranian nuclear sites: Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
F-35 stealth jets and B-2 bombers were key aircraft in the mission.
The F-35A jets "kicked down the door" by destroying Iranian air defenses to allow other aircraft to strike.
Iran responded to the strikes by launching missiles at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
The U.S. reported no casualties from Iran's missile attacks.
F-35 jets were part of a larger deployment to the Middle East starting in March.
The mission tested the F-35's advanced features like stealth and sensor fusion, leading to the operation's success.
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A study from the University of Cambridge shows that the human brain goes through five key phases of development. The research identifies crucial ages at 9, 32, 66, and 83, and suggests that adolescence may last until the early 30s.
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The study involved brain scans of about 4,000 people, up to age 90.
Researchers identified five brain phases: childhood, adolescence, adulthood, early ageing, and late ageing.
Key ages for brain changes are 9, 32, 66, and 83.
Adolescence could extend until the early 30s, longer than previously thought.
Mental health disorders can begin during the adolescence phase.
The study's findings are based on a large number of brain scans.
During adulthood, which starts at 32, brain changes slow down.
Early ageing begins at 66, and late ageing starts at 83.
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Germany has unveiled its new Leopard 2A8 main battle tank, which will be used by German forces in Lithuania as part of NATO's efforts to enhance its eastern defenses. Several European countries have already placed orders for these tanks, and Germany will have them operational by 2027.
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Germany introduced the new Leopard 2A8 tank in Munich on November 19.
The tank will be used by German forces stationed in Lithuania to strengthen NATO's eastern flank near Russia.
Germany has ordered 123 Leopard 2A8 tanks, aiming to have them ready by 2027.
The Netherlands, Czech Republic, Sweden, Croatia, and Lithuania have also ordered these tanks.
Germany’s Armored Brigade 45 in Lithuania, which will use these tanks, is the first German troop deployment abroad since World War II.
NATO has multinational forces in the Baltic states and Poland to prevent Russian aggression.
The new tanks feature a 120 mm main cannon and two 7.62 mm machine guns.
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A Russian oil tanker reached Venezuela after avoiding interception by the U.S. Navy in the Caribbean. The tanker, called Seahorse, faced challenges due to U.S. sanctions and naval presence in the region. The ship's journey highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions involving Venezuela, the U.S., Russia, and other nations.
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A Russian oil tanker named Seahorse reached a port in Venezuela after changing its route to avoid U.S. naval ships.
The tanker is sanctioned by both the UK and the European Union.
The U.S. Navy is actively monitoring the Caribbean as part of operations against drug trafficking and to pressure the Venezuelan government.
Since 2019, the U.S. has imposed sanctions on Venezuela's state-owned oil company.
Russia, China, and Iran use shadow fleets, which are secretive shipping networks, to bypass Western sanctions.
Another Russian tanker, the Vasily Lanovoy, also reached Venezuela over the same weekend.
The tensions increased after Venezuela dismissed the U.S. designation of a criminal network as a terrorist group.
The U.S. has not yet revealed its next steps regarding military activities in Venezuela.
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The UK government has selected Heathrow Airport's proposal for a third runway, which costs £49 billion and involves moving a major road, the M25. The government believes this plan is more likely to succeed and help make a decision within the current parliament. A final decision will take several years to be made.
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Heathrow Airport proposed a third runway that would be 3.5 kilometers long.
The plan involves constructing a new road tunnel under the airport.
This expansion project costs an estimated £49 billion.
An alternative plan by Arora Group suggested a shorter runway without moving the M25.
The government's Department for Transport favors Heathrow’s plan as more feasible.
The decision will contribute to the government's Airports National Policy Statement review.
Completion of the decision-making process is hoped for by 2029.
Planning permission is required before the runway can be built.
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A dog named Jersey Mike left the shelter after being adopted, and his happy reaction was shared on TikTok, gaining millions of views. Joanna Sansan played a key role in Mike's adoption by fostering him just in time. Overcrowding in shelters leads to many animals not being adopted, emphasizing the importance of fostering.
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The rescue dog, nicknamed Jersey Mike, was adopted from Fulton County Animal Services in Atlanta, Georgia.
Joanna Sansan fostered Mike before his time at the shelter ran out, allowing him to find a new home.
Sansan shared a video of Mike's joyful exit on TikTok, which gained over 2 million views and 387,700 likes.
Annually, around 5.8 million cats and dogs enter shelters in the U.S.
In 2024, approximately 4.2 million shelter animals were adopted, but overcrowding remains a problem.
The ASPCA reported that 607,000 shelter animals were euthanized in 2024 due to overcrowding.
Sansan's involvement in fostering highlighted the impact one person can make on an animal's life.
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A TikTok video featuring a cat showing care for its sick owner went viral, receiving over 8 million views. The clip shows the cat bringing kibble to the owner's bed, sparking discussion about feline behavior.
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A TikTok user named @gretta_zou posted a video of a cat taking care of its sick owner.
The video gained over 8 million views in just two days.
The sick owner found kibble on the bed, believed to be left by the concerned cat.
Some viewers commented that the cat's actions were thoughtful, while others had different interpretations.
The day after, the cat also brought a dead mouse to the owner.
Cats Protection, a UK charity, explains that cats bring prey home because they feel secure in their home and may want to store the food.
Newsweek could not verify the details of the situation shared in the video.
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The movie "Wicked: For Good" has finally shown fans the new actor playing Dorothy, whose face was kept hidden in the films. Bethany Weaver, a newcomer, plays Dorothy, and recently shared behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram. The director, Jon M. Chu, said he kept Dorothy's face hidden to preserve viewers' personal visions of the character.
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"Wicked: For Good" is the latest film in the "Wicked" series.
The character Dorothy is played by Bethany Weaver, in her first screen acting role.
The director, Jon M. Chu, chose to keep Dorothy's face hidden in the movies.
Viewers are only shown flashes of Dorothy’s silhouette and profile.
Bethany Weaver revealed her role as Dorothy through Instagram photos.
Weaver expressed gratitude for joining the legacy of previous Dorothy actresses.
Fans reacted positively online to see who played Dorothy in the film.
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In Guinea-Bissau's presidential election, both incumbent Umaro Sissoco Embalo and challenger Fernando Dias declared victory before official results came out. Both claimed to have received over 50% of the votes, suggesting a win without the need for a run-off. The National Electoral Commission has not yet released provisional results.
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Both Embalo and Dias declared they won more than 50% of the votes in the presidential election.
No official election results have been announced yet by the National Electoral Commission.
The election had a voter turnout of over 65%.
The election featured 12 candidates.
Dias was supported by the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC) but could not officially represent them.
Embalo is seeking to be re-elected for a second term and previously served as Prime Minister.
Guinea-Bissau has seen multiple coups in the past and remains a low-income country with significant poverty.
International observers from organizations like ECOWAS and the African Union monitored the election.
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Tanzania has called off its planned independence day celebrations due to unrest following recent elections. Instead, the funds will be used to repair infrastructure damaged during election-related violence. President Samia Suluhu Hassan won the election, which opposition parties have described as unfair.
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Tanzania's Prime Minister announced the cancellation of independence day celebrations.
The funds saved will be used for repairing infrastructure damaged during election unrest.
The opposition claims hundreds died in a government crackdown after the disputed election.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan won the election with 98% of the vote.
Main opposition leaders were unable to participate in the election.
An internet blackout occurred for five days during and after the election.
The government has set up a commission to investigate the post-election events.
At least 240 people faced treason charges after the protests, but many have been released.
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A mother in Florida experienced a frightening situation when her 2-year-old son, Ethan, suddenly had trouble breathing due to croup, a viral illness that affects the airway. After a quick trip to the emergency room, doctors treated Ethan, and he recovered well. The incident gained attention online as the mother shared her experience on TikTok, prompting many parents to share similar stories.
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Ethan, a 2-year-old boy in Florida, developed breathing problems two hours after being put to bed.
His parents initially thought he had an allergic reaction but doctors diagnosed him with croup.
Croup is a viral illness that causes swelling and narrowing of the airway in children.
Symptoms of croup include a barking cough, stridor (high-pitched breathing), and fever.
Ethan was treated with ibuprofen, steroids, and a breathing treatment, improving within 20 minutes.
Tests for common viruses like COVID-19 and the flu were negative.
Ethan recovered quickly and was back to his usual self by the third day.
The mother shared the incident on TikTok, which received 2.3 million views, sparking many parents to share their own croup experiences.
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Authorities in Paris have arrested four more people in connection with the theft of jewels valued at $102 million from the Louvre Museum. The jewels, which include historic items connected to French royalty, have not yet been found.
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Four more suspects, two men and two women, were arrested related to the Louvre jewel heist.
The arrested individuals are aged between 31 and 40 and are from the Paris region.
The heist at the Louvre Museum occurred on October 19 and involved $102 million worth of jewels.
Stolen items include a necklace given by Napoleon and jewels linked to French royalty, like Empress Marie-Louise.
Earlier arrests have been made as part of the investigation, with charges filed against three men and one woman.
The stolen jewels have not been recovered yet.
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The cofounder of Palestine Action, Huda Ammori, is legally challenging the group's designation as a "terrorist" organization. The legal challenge is taking place in London's High Court, with the aim of overturning the ban. The group was banned following actions that included breaking into military and defense sites in the UK.
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Palestine Action's cofounder, Huda Ammori, is challenging the group's ban in London’s High Court.
The ban labeled Palestine Action as a “terrorist” group.
The challenge follows a Court of Appeal finding that the ban might interfere with free speech and protest rights.
Since the group was banned in July, over 2,000 arrests have occurred, mostly related to supporting Palestine Action.
The UK government banned the group after actions like breaking into a military base and damaging defense equipment.
Supporting or being a member of the group is currently a criminal offense, with penalties up to 14 years in prison.
This case is notable as it's the first time a proscribed group's legitimacy is being judicially reviewed in the UK.
Critics argue the UK's terrorism law is too vague, encompassing non-violent acts as terrorism.
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In the UK, protesters have been arrested for displaying signs that show support for Palestine Action, a group facing a legal challenge against a ban by the UK government.
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Protesters in the UK have been detained for showing signs supporting Palestine Action.
The signs read, "I oppose genocide, I support Palestine Action."
Palestine Action is preparing for a significant legal challenge.
The UK government has decided to ban Palestine Action.
The legal challenge aims to contest the government's decision.
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China launched an emergency space mission to send a spacecraft to its space station. The unmanned Shenzhou-22 brought supplies for astronauts who were left without a return vehicle due to previous capsule damage. The spacecraft arrived safely at the Tiangong space station a few hours after launch.
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China launched the Shenzhou-22 spacecraft from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center.
The mission was to deliver supplies to astronauts stranded at China’s Tiangong space station.
The Shenzhou-22 is an unmanned spacecraft.
It arrived at the space station about three-and-a-half hours after launch.
The astronauts were left without a return spacecraft after using their capsule to bring another crew back to Earth.
The previous spacecraft, Shenzhou-20, was damaged by suspected space debris, causing delays in crew return.
China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) confirmed the success of the emergency mission.
Shenzhou-22 carried food, medical supplies, and parts to repair the damaged Shenzhou-20 capsule windows.
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Mediha, a young Yazidi girl, survived four years of being held captive by ISIL. Now, she is using video diaries to share her story and is taking legal steps to seek justice. Her rescuers are trying to find her missing family members who may be in Syria and Turkiye.
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Mediha is a teenage Yazidi girl from Iraq.
She was abducted and enslaved by ISIL for four years.
Mediha uses video diaries to talk about her experiences.
She is taking legal action to hold her captors accountable.
Rescuers are searching for her missing mother and brother in Syria and Turkiye.
The story is part of a documentary by Hasan Oswald.
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A dog named Paddington, who was once a stray, caught attention on TikTok for trying to pack himself in his owner's suitcase as she prepared for a trip. Paddington, a mixed breed who resembles a Maltese, has become part of a loving family along with another dog named Daisy. The owner shared the video on TikTok, which received a warm reaction from viewers, though she couldn't take Paddington on her trip to Tokyo.
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Paddington is a mixed breed dog who was once a stray.
The dog now lives with his owner and another dog named Daisy.
Paddington tried to pack himself in his owner's suitcase when she was preparing for a vacation.
The video of Paddington doing this was shared on TikTok, gaining over 82,000 views.
Paddington has a TikTok account dedicated to his adventures with Daisy.
The owner explained that Paddington learned to sit in suitcases from another dog, Huey, who passed away earlier this year.
Paddington's owner couldn't take him on her trip to Tokyo but plans a road trip to California with her dogs instead.
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China launched an uncrewed spacecraft, Shenzhou-22, to provide a way home for three astronauts on the Tiangong space station. This action came after their original return vehicle, Shenzhou-20, was damaged by debris and deemed unsafe.
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China launched the Shenzhou-22 spacecraft to the Tiangong space station.
The mission's goal is to provide a safe return for astronauts stranded in space.
The launch happened because debris damaged Shenzhou-20, their original return vehicle.
Three astronauts, or "taikonauts," were left without a safe way back to Earth.
The Shenzhou-22 mission was moved up from its original 2026 schedule.
The astronauts on the space station are Zhang Lu, Wu Fei, and Zhang Hongzhang.
China aims to send astronauts to the moon by the year 2030.
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The World Food Programme (WFP) has reported that northern Nigeria is facing severe hunger due to armed attacks, instability, and cuts in aid. Nearly 35 million people may experience severe food insecurity between May and September 2026, with Borno State particularly affected by famine-like conditions. The situation worsens as funding challenges hinder relief efforts.
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Almost 35 million people in northern Nigeria are expected to face severe food shortages from May to September 2026.
This is the highest level of food insecurity recorded by the WFP in Nigeria.
Borno State is facing the most severe conditions, with 15,000 people potentially experiencing famine-like hunger.
Malnutrition is notably high among children in Borno, Sokoto, Yobe, and Zamfara states.
About six million people in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states lack basic food supplies.
The region suffers from violence by armed insurgents, particularly in Borno, and armed gangs elsewhere.
Recent kidnappings in Niger, Kebbi, and Kwara states have added to the instability.
Aid for food and nutrition has been reduced, impacting over 300,000 children, partly due to reduced funding from the United States.
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The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued warnings to civilian pilots about flying over Venezuelan airspace due to security concerns. Several international airlines have suspended flights to Venezuela amid rising tensions related to U.S. military activities and political issues in the region. The FAA notice will remain in effect until February 2026.
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The FAA issued a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) and warnings for Venezuelan airspace.
There are concerns about navigation system disruptions for aircraft flying over this area.
The U.S. is increasing its military presence as part of an anti-drug campaign targeting Venezuela.
Six airlines have stopped flights to Venezuela, including carriers from Spain, Portugal, Chile, Colombia, Brazil, and Trinidad & Tobago.
Turkish Airlines paused flights from Istanbul to Caracas from November 24 to 28.
U.S. airlines have not flown to Venezuela since 2019 due to political instability.
Venezuelan authorities demand airlines resume flights within 48 hours or risk losing permits.
The FAA warning requires U.S. operators to notify 72 hours in advance before flying through Venezuelan airspace, in place until February 2026.
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