Lighting of Vienna town hall Christmas tree marks start of Yuletide season in Austrian capital

Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene's criticism of deeper U.S. military involvement in the Israel/Iran war reveals a rift within the Maga movement, where many loyal Trump supporters oppose “forever wars” contrary to Trump’s recent stance. This division is mirrored in right-wing media, with figures like Tucker Carlson advocating for non-involvement, as a significant majority of Trump supporters also oppose U.S. engagement in the conflict. Need More Context? 🔎

US film and TV mogul Tyler Perry is facing a $260 million lawsuit from actor Derek Dixon, who accuses him of sexual assault and harassment during their work on Perry's shows, The Oval and Ruthless. Perry's attorney has dismissed the allegations as a "scam," asserting that Dixon's claims are fabricated and aimed at financial gain. Need More Context? 🔎

Prime Minister Narendra Modi told President Trump that India will not accept mediation in its relationship with Pakistan, emphasizing that discussions on halting military actions occurred directly between the two nations at Pakistan's request. Modi also highlighted India's stance on terrorism as an act of war and discussed the recent military operations against terrorist camps in Pakistan, while rejecting any claims of U.S. intervention. Need More Context? 🔎

Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, the sole survivor of the Air India disaster, carried his brother Ajay's coffin to the funeral hours after being discharged from the hospital, having escaped the burning plane that killed all 241 onboard. Despite his injuries, he was hailed as a miracle survivor, with local officials confirming Ajay's cremation in their hometown of Diu, India. Need More Context? 🔎

Researchers at Tufts University found that consuming one to two cups of black coffee daily is linked to a 14% lower risk of all-cause mortality, particularly when low amounts of sugar and saturated fat are added. The study, which analyzed data from over 46,000 adults, showed that drinking more than three cups did not further reduce mortality risk, highlighting potential health benefits while cautioning against excessive consumption. Need More Context? 🔎

The UN nuclear watchdog reported that Israeli airstrikes destroyed two buildings producing centrifuge components for Iran's nuclear program near Tehran, escalating tensions as Iran fired hypersonic missiles and drones in retaliation. U.S. President Trump demanded Iran's "unconditional surrender," while Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei vowed to show "no mercy" towards Israel, amid ongoing violence that has resulted in significant casualties on both sides. Need More Context? 🔎