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United States. Forecasters reported unseasonably warm conditions across multiple regions on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, with several sites reaching or nearing record highs. Dense fog advisories covered parts of the Southeast and Midwest overnight, reducing visibility for morning travel. High pressure preserved dry, mild weather through the weekend before models showed a strong cold front approaching Sunday into Monday, ushering in sharply colder air and pockets of rain or snow in some areas. Mountain regions could see significant snow. Agencies issued travel and storm alerts for impacted counties. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research and official forecasts.

WASHINGTON, the US Department of Justice said Wednesday it uncovered more than one million additional documents potentially related to convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein, delaying full public disclosure required by a recent congressional transparency law that set a Dec. 19 deadline. The DOJ said lawyers are reviewing and redacting files received from the Southern District of New York and the FBI and expects the process to take a few more weeks due to the volume. Releases began last week, but the department missed the statutory deadline. Officials said aim to protect victims' identities. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington: The US Defense Department released an annual report to Congress on Dec 24 assessing China's military posture, noting Beijing regards Arunachal Pradesh and other disputes as 'core interests' and seeks to stabilise ties with India after October 2024 disengagements along the Line of Actual Control. The report describes Xi‑Modi monthly engagements, border management talks, and Chinese Western Theatre Command drills and high‑altitude training in 2024. The Pentagon warned diplomatic steps have not changed China's long‑term military preparations. Officials and documents cited across major domestic outlets formed the basis for this summary. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

United States — Olema Pharmaceuticals executives sold shares between December 19 and December 23, 2025, according to Securities and Exchange Commission filings. Chief Medical Officer Naseem Zojwalla sold $7.5 million of common stock and exercised options; Director Ian T. Clark sold $7.87 million and exercised options; David Myles sold about $1.55 million and reported ownership changes. The moves coincided with analyst price‑target increases following interim results from Roche’s Phase 3 lidERA trial and with market volatility in OLMA shares. All transactions were disclosed via SEC filings and reported by financial news services. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

United States — State-level agricultural exports to China fell significantly this calendar year, local news outlets nationwide reporting declines derived from USDA trade data analyzed by Farm Flavor. Between 2025 and prior years, multiple states recorded reduced shipments: Virginia ($49.4M), Iowa ($39M), Arkansas ($24.5M), Alabama ($23.9M), Missouri ($19.5M), Connecticut ($13.6M), Idaho ($8M), Indiana ($7.9M), Minnesota ($4.9M), Hawaii ($1.3M) and Montana ($901K). Reporters link the pullback to renewed geopolitical tensions, shifting trade policy and China’s diversification toward Latin American suppliers this year. Federal data and regional reporting document the financial impacts on producers. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington — The U.S. State Department announced Tuesday it will impose visa restrictions on five European individuals accused of pressuring American tech platforms to censor or suppress U.S. viewpoints. The measures, tied to a National Security Strategy released this month, name a former EU commissioner, leaders of digital-harm organizations and bar them from U.S. entry; officials said the action stems from alleged extraterritorial censorship. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Under Secretary Sarah Rogers publicized the designations this week. The policy expands a May visa rule targeting perceived censorship actors. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

New Orleans — Federal and state officials announced that 350 Louisiana National Guard troops will mobilize after Christmas to support law enforcement through Feb. 28, 2026, under Title 32 authority. The deployment, approved by the administration, coordinated with the governor, will augment security in the French Quarter for New Year's Eve, the Sugar Bowl and Mardi Gras, and assist federal partners including the Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security. Guardsmen serving in Washington, D.C., will return to join the mission. Officials cited high violent-crime rates and immigration enforcement operations as context. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

WILMINGTON, Del. — A Delaware state trooper was killed Tuesday during a shooting at a motor vehicle agency near Wilmington, authorities said. State police reported the threat was over before 3 p.m.; officials continued to assess injuries. Gov. Matt Meyer posted that the suspected shooter was confirmed deceased and that state and local law enforcement coordinated response efforts. The Division of Motor Vehicles closed offices statewide. Local reports indicated at least two people appeared seriously injured and that one person was in custody, while other outlets described the suspected gunman as dead. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.