In a notable escalation, the U.S. military conducted a targeted strike against ISIS fighters in Northwest Nigeria, marking a significant shift in American involvement in the region. This intervention, authorized by President Trump, aims to counter the targeting of Christians, while holiday sales exceeded expectations, indicating continued consumer spending.

A Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton, Devon, turned tragic as two men went missing, leading to the suspension of the coastguard search. Despite no official weather warnings, the sea's rough conditions prompted police to advise against entering the water, highlighting the unpredictable nature of coastal environments and the potential risks even during festive activities.

A deadly "rolling terror attack" in northern Israel resulted in two fatalities and heightened tensions. The attacker, identified as a Palestinian from the West Bank, used a vehicle and knife in separate incidents, prompting a forceful response from the IDF and raising concerns about security and escalating conflict in the region.

Ukrainian President Zelensky and former US President Trump are scheduled to meet Sunday to discuss a potential US-brokered peace deal aimed at resolving the conflict with Russia, highlighting the ongoing role of diplomacy in international relations. These high-level discussions, coupled with separate talks between Russian and US officials, suggest a complex negotiation process involving multiple parties and proposals, including security guarantees and demilitarization strategies.

The US military has conducted strikes against ISIS-linked militants in Nigeria, targeting camps in Sokoto state based on intelligence provided by the Nigerian government. While President Trump characterized the operation as targeting those killing Christians, Nigerian officials emphasize it as a joint counter-terrorism effort planned independently of religious considerations.

Research in mice reveals that maternal consumption of common food emulsifiers can disrupt the gut microbiome development in offspring, potentially hindering proper immune system development. This early-life exposure may increase the risk of inflammatory bowel diseases and obesity later in life, highlighting the need for further research into the long-term health consequences of food additives.