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Recent developments include US asset managers returning to private markets amid AI-driven valuations, UK regulators proposing a second operator for private company trading platforms, and ongoing reforms to improve liquidity transparency in UK equity markets. These shifts reflect a broader move towards private investments and market transparency.
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A ringmaster of the Big Apple Circus in his 40s describes the demanding lifestyle, including early mornings, family sacrifices, and the importance of teamwork. Meanwhile, other stories reveal political scandals, personal health struggles, and social interactions, illustrating a diverse snapshot of contemporary life in New York and beyond.
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Recent political developments reveal growing divisions within the Republican Party. While Trump faces challenges to his influence, debates over healthcare subsidies and redistricting highlight internal conflicts. Democrats capitalize on these issues ahead of the 2026 midterms, with potential impacts on policy and electoral strategies.
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On November 23, 2025, Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation effective January 5, 2026, citing a bitter feud with former President Donald Trump. Once a staunch MAGA ally, Greene criticized Trump over the Jeffrey Epstein files and foreign policy, prompting Trump to label her a "traitor" and endorse a primary challenger. Greene is considering a 2028 presidential run.
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Recent genetic analysis of Hitler's DNA confirms he had Kallmann syndrome, affecting puberty and sexual development, and dispels myths of Jewish ancestry. The research also suggests possible neurodiverse conditions. The findings, based on a bloodstained sofa sample, will feature in a Channel 4 documentary today.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from Congress, citing her desire to avoid a Trump-backed primary and potential impeachment battles. The move follows her feud with Trump and reflects ongoing political shifts within the Republican Party ahead of next year's elections.
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Congressman Clay Higgins was the sole Republican to oppose a bill that mandates the release of Jeffrey Epstein's case files. The measure passed overwhelmingly, with bipartisan support, and now awaits President Trump's signature. Higgins cited concerns over innocent people's privacy and legal procedures.
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Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced a $1 trillion US investment, but the kingdom's Public Investment Fund faces cash shortages due to costly, delayed projects like Neom and others, raising questions about the country's economic ambitions.
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A series of violent incidents across New York and California have resulted in multiple deaths. A young artist, DELAROSA, was shot in Northridge, while an elderly woman and her grandson were killed in Bronx. Arrests have been made in California, but a suspect remains at large in New York. These cases highlight ongoing urban violence concerns.
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Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national linked to US military operations in Afghanistan, shot two National Guard members near the White House, killing one. The attack, investigated as terrorism, has prompted a broader US crackdown on Afghan immigrants, with upgraded charges and increased security measures.
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A confidential report by 24 FBI agents criticizes Director Kash Patel's first six months in office, citing inexperience, poor leadership, and internal mistrust. The report highlights incidents including Patel's public remarks, mishandling of cases, and a culture of politicization, amid ongoing speculation about his future.