December 2025

Texas Governor Greg Abbott throws support behind Marty Lancton for Harris County Judge

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott endorsed Houston firefighters union president Marty Lancton for Harris County judge and announced a pledge of about $25 million to support Republican candidates in Harris County. The governor’s backing links Lancton’s campaign to a broader GOP effort to gain county-level offices in the state’s most populous county. Local party organizations, election officials, and candidates are preparing for a competitive election cycle as the new funding targets key races on the November ballot.

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NBA: Wembanyama celebrates 100-game block streak

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Victor Wembanyama logged his 100th consecutive NBA regular-season game with at least one block in the San Antonio Spurs’ 126-98 win over the Atlanta Hawks in Atlanta. The Spurs center finished with 26 points, 12 assists and two blocks, anchoring both the offense and defense. His early-career streak of games with at least one block continued as San Antonio controlled the matchup and secured a decisive road victory. Officials, statisticians and fans documented the milestone as the Spurs advanced through their regular-season schedule.

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Jake Paul confirms double jaw break after Joshua knockout

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Jake Paul confirmed he suffered a double broken jaw in his sixth-round knockout loss to former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in Miami. Paul posted an X-ray image on social media showing his jaw fractured in two places following the Netflix-streamed boxing bout. The injury occurred when Joshua stopped Paul in Round 6, and medical staff later evaluated the YouTuber-turned-boxer before he announced the diagnosis.

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8 killed in Russian missile strike on Odesa

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Ukrainian emergency officials said a Russian missile strike on port infrastructure in Odesa on Saturday killed eight people and wounded 27, as a Kremlin envoy prepared to travel to Florida for talks on a U.S.-proposed plan to end the nearly four-year war in Ukraine. Authorities reported significant damage to Black Sea port facilities, ongoing rescue and investigative operations, and parallel diplomatic efforts involving Russia, the United States, and international partners on a potential framework for ceasefire and security arrangements.

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Justice Department discloses initial trove of Epstein records

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The U.S. Justice Department has released the first set of Jeffrey Epstein-related records under a new federal transparency law signed by former President Donald Trump. The initial Epstein files include redacted investigative and administrative documents, with more releases expected as agencies continue review. The law directs the DOJ, FBI, and other federal offices to disclose qualifying records while protecting victim privacy, investigative methods, and national security interests. Lawmakers and the public are closely watching the process amid ongoing scrutiny of past prosecutorial decisions and the handling of Epstein’s prior cases.

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UPDATE: Naco’s 8-year wait for adoption comes to an end

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A Houston shelter dog named Naco, who spent eight years in care as one of the facility’s longest residents, entered a permanent home after a local family completed his adoption in December 2024. Shelter staff documented his long stay, health status, and repeated promotion through adoption campaigns before his placement. The case highlights challenges for long-term shelter dogs and ongoing efforts by Houston animal welfare groups to find homes for adult and senior animals.

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PNP nabs ₱143M in illegal cigarettes, 3 arrested for attempted bribe

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The Philippine National Police seized an estimated P143 million worth of alleged smuggled cigarettes and intercepted two unregistered trailer trucks along G. Araneta Avenue in Quezon City on December 19, 2024. Police said the shipment, reportedly picked up from Bauan, Batangas and bound for Valenzuela City, led to an entrapment operation at Camp Olivas in Pampanga, where three suspects were arrested after allegedly offering P5 million to secure the release of the cargo. Authorities coordinated with the Bureau of Customs and prepared charges for attempted bribery and possible customs and revenue violations.

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New bill aims to establish scam prevention hub

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Negros Occidental 3rd District Rep. Javier Miguel Benitez filed House Bill 6815 to create the Philippine Scam Prevention Center (PSPC) under the Cybercrime Investigation and Coordinating Center. The proposed PSPC will serve as the primary government agency for enforcing laws on online and digital fraud, including the Anti-Financial Account Scamming Act of 2024 and the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012. The bill mandates coordination among regulators, financial institutions, telcos, online marketplaces and fintech firms, and calls for regional scam prevention centers nationwide.

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Vico Sotto calls Sara Discaya’s arrest a positive move for justice

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Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto on Saturday said the arrest of Cezarah Rowena “Sarah” Discaya marks a “good start” in efforts to hold alleged Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) corruption figures accountable. In a Facebook video, Sotto detailed how construction firms linked to the Discaya family, including companies named after their children, reportedly secured billions of pesos in DPWH contracts. He cited Anti-Money Laundering Council findings on large fund inflows to bank accounts tied to several Discaya-related firms and urged the public to stay vigilant as investigations proceed.

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