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Former Syrian military official Samir Ousman Sheikh was charged by a federal grand jury in Los Angeles with multiple counts of torture allegedly committed at a prison he oversaw. Sheikh, arrested in July and initially indicted on immigration fraud charges, now faces three counts of torture and one count of conspiracy to commit torture for his involvement in brutalizing political dissidents at the Damascus Central Prison. The indictment accuses Sheikh of personally carrying out violent...

In his press conference, Speaker Mike Johnson expressed concern over the Kids Online Safety Act and shared an anecdote about receiving thousands of profane attacks after questioning why Bluesky users left Elon Musk's platform X. Despite Bluesky's reputation as a liberal "safe space," Kruse faced a barrage of personal attacks for his post, highlighting the platform's seeming focus on progressive purity and censorship of conservative content. Full Article

Boston is embracing soup season with a variety of hot soup options available in the city, ranging from clam chowder at Union Oyster House to chicken noodle soup at New England Soup Factory. Readers recommended a diverse selection of soup spots, including ramen, pho, and lentil soups, with 123 restaurants listed in Greater Boston where you can enjoy a comforting bowl of soup during the cold months. Full Article

President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to end daylight saving time, citing inconvenience and cost to the nation. Lawmakers have previously proposed eliminating the time change, with the Sunshine Protection Act aiming to make daylight saving time permanent. Health experts argue in favor of sticking with standard time permanently, aligning better with the sun and human biology. Full Article

Russia launched a significant attack on Ukraine's power grid for the third consecutive winter, firing 90 missiles and 200 drones at plants in Western Ukraine. The DTEK energy company reported equipment damage and power outages in the affected regions. Concerns of further attacks using new ballistic missiles persist, as Russian forces make incremental gains near Donetsk. Ukrainian forces successfully repelled Russian attacks in Kurakhove, showcasing their resilience against ongoing aggression. Full Article

Tech leaders Elon Musk and Sam Altman are embroiled in a 7-year rivalry over control of OpenAI and concerns about avoiding an artificial intelligence 'dictatorship'. Musk is now taking the dispute to a federal judge in an attempt to stop OpenAI's transition into a for-profit entity, specifically targeting its ChatGPT development. The battle between the two influential figures highlights the ongoing debate surrounding the governance of AI technology and the potential risks it poses. Full...