David Gentile was convicted in what prosecutors described as a $1.6-billion Ponzi scheme. President Trump freed him. Now victims, including Trump supporters, are at a loss. LA Times

VOA VIEW: Not a smart move by Trump.

Experts say a closure of the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colo., would leave millions vulnerable to worsening climate hazards. LA Times

Four centrist House Republicans have broken with their party's leadership over extending healthcare subsidies. LA Times

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President Trump's declaration of a partial blockade of oil tankers heading to and from Venezuela has escalated tensions with the Latin American country. LA Times

VOA VIEW: Venezuela will lose.

Anthony Albanese “must resign” according to Chana Friedman, who burst into tears when speaking about 10-year-old Matilda, who was gunned down on Sunday’s attack at a Chanukah event in Bondi. New York Post

VOA VIEW: It was a bad seen.

A suspect in the Brown University shooting that left two students dead and nine others wounded has been identified after an ineffectual six-day manhunt. New York Post

VOA VIEW: It is about time.

"You are ignorant," the Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, mocking the faux-toast from the protester by raising his wine glass in response. New York Post

The players of the WNBA have spoken. New York Post

VOA VIEW: Was it smart?

President Donald Trump addressed the nation on Wednesday, Dec. 17. New York Post

VOA VIEW: It was a good positive address.

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President Volodymyr Zelensky said in Brussels, where the leaders had gathered, that without the money, his country would have to reduce its drone production significantly. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Zelensky always has his hands out.

The federal government announced measures to end transgender treatments for children, aimed at protecting minors from what the Department of Health and Human Services (DHS) refers to as “sex-rejecting procedures. OANN

New York Democrat Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez fueled speculation about a potential presidential run in 2028, stating that she would “stomp” Vice President JD Vance in a hypothetical presidential matchup. OANN

VOA VIEW: She is an idiot.

In his most recent address, President Trump announced how the TrumpRx program would take effect in January, bringing Americans lower drug prices. OANN

VOA VIEW: Sounds like a good move.

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A business jet with six people aboard crashed Thursday at a regional airport in North Carolina used by NASCAR teams and Fortune 500 companies, erupting in a large fire and killing multiple people, authorities said. Washington Times

A Mexican drug cartel member accused of faking his death to avoid capture was sentenced Thursday to more than 11 years in U.S. prison for his money laundering role in one of his home country's largest and most violent narcotics trafficking organizations. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: He should be punished for a long long time, if not forever.

The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged lower this week, staying relatively close to its low for the year. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: Good news.

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Missouri's top prosecutor said China is suing after the state pressed federal officials for help collecting on a roughly $25 billion court judgment related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: It sounds interesting.

Former special counsel Jack Smith defended his prosecutions of President Trump in a closed-door deposition with lawmakers on Capitol Hill on Wednesday. CBS

VOA VIEW: Smith is fool.

The CDC has tracked nearly 2,000 confirmed measles cases across 43 states this year, the most on record since the disease was declared eradicated more than two decades ago. The U.S. is now at risk of losing its measles elimination status. CBS

VOA VIEW: Thanks to Biden.

The Powerball jackpot leaped to an estimated $1.5 billion after no one won Wednesday night's pot of gold of approximately $1.25 billion. CBS

Onions used to make the salad dressings could contain "black plastic planting material," according to food regulators. CBS

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The recall affects So Delicious Dairy Free's Salted Caramel Cluster ice cream with best by dates of Aug. 8, 2027. CBS

European officials are trying to convince a handful of EU member countries to back controversial plans for providing more financial support to Ukraine. CNBC

VOA VIEW: As they should.

Trump Media and Technology Group announced a merger agreement with fusion power company TAE Technologies valued at more than $6 billion. CNBC

VOA VIEW: Trump knows how to make money.

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Eli Lilly also said it has filed for Food and Drug Administration approval of the daily GLP-1 pill, called orforglipron, for obesity. CNBC

VOA VIEW: It makes sense.

Trump highlighted his administration's efforts to seal the southern border, bring down costs and strengthen U.S. foreign policy. CNBC

VOA VIEW: Well deserved.

The U.S. admitted fault in the deadly Army Black Hawk helicopter collision on Jan. 29 that killed all 67 people on board. CNBC

VOA VIEW: A just mistake made known.

Bishop Ronald Hicks could replace Cardinal Timothy Dolan as New York archbishop after Pope Leo XIV accepts Dolan's mandatory retirement request. FOX News

VOA VIEW: So be it.

Minnesota is being ordered to recertify SNAP recipients amid probes into a $1B welfare fraud scandal linked to nonprofits accused of exploiting nutrition programs. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Cheaters should be punished.

Ghislaine Maxwell filed a federal habeas petition to overturn a sex trafficking conviction, citing juror misconduct and suppressed evidence in the Epstein case. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Time will tell.

Four narco-terrorists were killed in a Pacific military operation as strikes reach 98 total casualties since Sept. 2 with no Americans harmed. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Good!

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Thursday a 2.7% annual CPI increase last month short of the 3.1% projected by Wall Street. UPI

VOA VIEW: Excellent news.

Paraguay signed a security cooperation agreement with the United States to help fight organized crime, drug trafficking and other threats. UPI

VOA VIEW: Smart move.

Fears of risks to children's health and development have two U.S. senators sounding an alarm on toys that use artificial intelligence. UPI

VOA VIEW: Sounds like reasonable fear.

President Donald Trump touted what he described as successes achieved by his administration during his first year back in office, while bashing former President Joe Biden and the Democrats. UPI

VOA VIEW: As he should.

The United States has approved a massive $11.1 billion arms deal with Taiwan, the Asian nation announced Thursday. UPI

VOA VIEW: Well deserved.

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