U.S. to provide anti-personnel mines to Ukraine, official says

Ukraine has been one of the most mined countries in the world since Russia’s invasion in 2022, and Ukraine is inundated with anti-personnel mines.

Prosecutors in Trump hush money case oppose dismissal, but are OK pausing case

Prosecutors say they oppose Donald Trump’s attempt to dismiss his New York criminal hush money conviction — but that they do not object to pausing the case.

Stock market today: Asian markets mostly lower as worries over Russia-Ukraine war loom

Asian stocks are mostly lower, despite gains on Wall Street, as worries mount over escalations in the Russia-Ukraine war

Dolphins’ Jonnu Smith says teammate Calais Campbell is ‘like the LeBron James of the NFL’

The Miami Dolphins have battled their fair share of turbulence this season. At one point, the Dolphins owned a 2-6 record. However, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s return from injury has stabilized…

N.Y.P.D. Fatally Shoots Man as Gunfire Also Wounds Officer

A bystander was also struck by a bullet in the Queens shooting. It was not clear who had fired the shot that hit her.

As Trump Returns to Power, World Leaders Seek Stability With China

The return to power of President-elect Donald J. Trump, who has vowed to confront China on tariffs, has created deep uncertainty about the U.S. role in avoiding global conflicts.

Jimmy Lai, Hong Kong Media Mogul, Takes Stand in National Security Trial

The media tycoon, who is accused of masterminding pro-democracy protests, testified at his trial for the first time. He could be sent to prison for life.

Trump Chooses Linda McMahon, a Longtime Ally, for Education Secretary

A friend and financial backer of Donald J. Trump’s, Ms. McMahon, who led the Small Business Administration during his first term, remained close to him during the campaign.

Trump names former wrestling executive Linda McMahon as his pick for education secretary

McMahon, who is a co-chair of Trump’s transition team, led the Small Business Administration during Trump’s first term.

GREG GUTFELD: Constant demonization backfired and made Trump appear appealingly dangerous

It’s been 14 days since the Democrats have had to face the truth.  They stink worse than the Capitol’s men’s room after Jerry Nadler’s lunch of curry clam soup. Poor…