Author: Rachel Maddow

Gunmen opened fire at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, killing ten people, including one attacker. Over a dozen others suffered injuries during the assault. A Hanukkah celebration took place at the beach when the attack occurred. Authorities continue investigating the motives behind the violence. New South Wales Police confirmed ten fatalities in the Sunday shooting. They identified one of the dead as a gunman. Police said another suspected gunman remains in critical condition in hospital. Eyewitnesses reported chaos as people fell wounded to the ground. Many victims lay in pools of blood, while dozens more suffered injuries nearby. Civilians scrambled for safety…

EU fisheries ministers agreed on 2026 catch limits after two days of intensive negotiations. The Council of Agriculture and Fisheries Ministers approved fishing quotas and effort rules, some extending to 2028. The deal governs key commercial stocks across the Atlantic, North Sea, Mediterranean, and Black Sea, giving the fishing sector more certainty for planning and operations. Fishing effort combines vessel size, engine power, and fishing days at sea. After extensive discussions, all 27 Member States reached a compromise that respects scientific advice and supports economic stability for fishermen. Danish fisheries minister Jacob Jensen said the agreement ensures predictability for 2026…

A bipartisan group of lawmakers is advancing legislation to extend pandemic-era Obamacare subsidies, potentially easing financial pressure for millions of Americans. The effort aims to support stability in health coverage, especially for low- and middle-income families during uncertain economic times. The subsidies, originally expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic, helped reduce insurance premiums and made healthcare more accessible. The proposed legislation would continue these benefits for another year, ensuring people can afford coverage without interruption. Supporters of the bill say extending subsidies will prevent Americans from losing insurance or facing unaffordable costs. Lawmakers emphasize that maintaining access to healthcare is critical…

Officials highlighted fake websites, political ads in Moldova’s election, and misleading videos about Ukrainian President Zelenskyy meant to erode public support.The UK imposed sanctions on Russian media outlets and ideological organizations to counter information warfare from hostile foreign states, Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper announced.Cooper named the Telegram channel Rybar, the Foundation for the Support and Protection of the Rights of Compatriots Living Abroad, and the Centre for Geopolitical Expertise.She added that two China-based companies faced sanctions for wide-ranging cyberattacks against the UK and its allies. Britain Warns of Escalating Hybrid Threats Cooper told the Foreign Office audience that adversaries use…

China’s growing exports threaten Europe’s economy, and Goldman Sachs predicts GDP losses in Germany, Italy, France, and Spain.Beijing’s export-led recovery intensifies global competition, leaving European economies exposed to mounting market pressures.Goldman Sachs lowered its growth forecasts for Europe, warning that stronger Chinese trade will shrink euro-area GDP by 0.5% by 2029.Germany faces the largest decline, with GDP expected 0.9% lower over four years, while Italy loses 0.6%, and France and Spain 0.4%.Giovanni Pierdomenico notes that China’s increased goods supply worsens Europe’s trade deficit and weakens its international competitiveness.Eurozone exporters lost up to four percentage points of market share to China…

The White House launched a “Hall of Shame” on its official website as Trump intensified his attacks on alleged fake news. Officials designed the portal to publicly track claims from news outlets, stating it prevents hoaxes, anonymous stories, and partisan smears from disappearing. Major News Organizations Face Public Scrutiny The portal named The Washington Post “Offender of the Week” and targeted The New York Times, CNN, CBS News, and The Independent. Officials detailed specific claims from each publication and categorized them as circular reporting, failure to report, false claim, malpractice, mischaracterisation, misrepresentation, or left-wing lunacy. Accredited agencies, including Associated Press…

Trump actively campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize and sought global recognition. Analysts expected him to win FIFA’s newly created peace award. US President Donald Trump received the FIFA peace prize at the 2026 World Cup draw on Friday, giving the tournament’s matchups a distinct Trump-centric atmosphere. Observers widely predicted this outcome due to his international profile and visibility. Close Ties and Endorsements Trump maintains a strong alliance with FIFA president Gianni Infantino, who praised Trump’s Gaza ceasefire efforts. Infantino declared, “This is your prize, this is your peace prize,” while presenting the award. He often promotes football as a…

Watches of Switzerland reported rising sales and profits even with US tariffs on Swiss goods hitting 39%. The company emphasized that buyers still show strong interest in premium watches and jewelry. Half-year results revealed resilient demand for luxury timepieces in the US, indicating that high-end consumers remain active despite import costs. Strong Financial Performance Across Key Markets The UK-listed retailer, the largest seller of Rolex, Omega, and Cartier, recorded £845 million (€967 million) in revenue for the 26 weeks ending 26 October 2025. This represents a 10% increase at constant currency and 8% at reported rates. Adjusted earnings before interest…

The EU will ban Russian gas pipelines and LNG by 2027, with emergency exceptions for Hungary and Slovakia.Short-term contracts signed before June 2025 face phased bans starting April 2026 for LNG and June 2026 for pipeline gas.Long-term LNG deals continue until January 2027, while pipeline contracts end in September 2027, possibly shifting to November depending on storage levels.The EU accelerated energy diversification after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, cutting reliance from 45% to 13% by mid-2025.Some member states, including Belgium, France, and Spain, still received Russian LNG via transhipments despite overall reductions. Political Disputes Over Landlocked States Most EU countries…

Researchers found that drinking orange juice regularly changes the activity of thousands of immune-cell genes.Many of these genes control blood pressure, limit inflammation, and regulate sugar metabolism.These processes play a vital role in maintaining long-term cardiovascular health.David C. Gaze, Senior Lecturer at the University of Westminster, highlighted the study’s findings in The Conversation. Reduced Inflammation and Improved Heart Function In a study, adults drank 500 ml of pasteurised orange juice daily for two months.After 60 days, stress-activated genes NAMPT, IL6, IL1B, and NLRP3 showed lower activity.The SGK1 gene, which regulates kidney sodium retention, also became less active.Researchers say these changes…