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The U.K. has banned the use of puberty blockers for anyone under the age of 18 following a report that cited “unacceptable safety risks.” Getty Images

UK bans puberty blockers for children under 18, citing ‘unacceptable risks’

A recently signed security pact has solidified Russia's closest ally to roll out new facilities to house powerful weapons for Moscow. Getty Images

Belarus, Russia strengthen relations with security treaty, possible nuclear weapons

Investigators in Australia are looking into how hundreds of potentially deadly virus samples disappeared from a laboratory. Getty Images

Missing virus vials: Australian officials investigate biosecurity breach

Since 2021, immigration to the U.S. has reached historic levels, surpassing past immigration booms, according to the New York Times. Getty Images

Immigration surge to US since 2021 largest in history: Report

North Korea broke its silence on the South Korean president's declaration of martial law last week, calling the decision an "insane act." Getty Images

Political crisis in S. Korea worsens as N. Korea breaks silence on situation

It’s a stark comment from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, as Turkey and Russia have been on opposite sides of the conflict in Syria. Getty Images

Turkish President Erdogan says he and Putin are ‘the only two leaders left’

The man accused of killing a CEO in New York is fighting extradition as his bail was denied in Pennsylvania. Reuters

UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect fights extradition to NY, denied bail in PA

To transform IMCOM-Europe's building into a strategically branded facility, the Army spent $2.5 million and hired Janson Communications. Janson Communications

IMCOM-Europe revamping HQ into strategically branded facility

Sweden's government is considering a move to restrict social media use for children and teens in an effort to address gang recruitment. Getty Images

Sweden considers social media ban to stop youth gang recruitment

As Bengals Quarterback Joe Burrow led his team to victory on Monday against the Cowboys, his house was broken into in Ohio. AP images

Bengals QB Joe Burrow’s home burglarized during Monday football game

Ukraine’s navy, mainly consisting of unmanned drones, has significantly upgraded its domestically produced Sea Baby unmanned surface vessels. Ukraine Armed Forces

Ukraine’s Sea Babies are once again changing naval warfare

The U.N. envoy to Syria said the organization may remove the terror group designation Syria's leading rebels if they meet certain conditions. Getty Images

UN may consider removing terror label from top Syrian rebel group

President-elect Donald Trump and his border czar, Tom Homan, addressed “Dreamers” while discussing plans for mass deportations. Reuters

Trump, Homan discuss the fate of ‘Dreamers’

Cutting out sugar entirely may not be necessary to live your healthiest life. Getty Images

Some sources of added sugar are worse than others, new study suggests

Syria’s regime change renewed hope that Austin Tice, the American journalist captured more than 12 years ago in Syria, could be freed. Getty Images

US works to find, free journalist Austin Tice after Assad regime falls in Syria

President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau exchanged remarks regarding possible tariffs on Canada. Reuters

Trump, Trudeau trade barbs on tariffs despite recent meeting

Ukraine is deploying the Droid TW 12.7, a compact robotic combat system with a 12.7mm machine gun, enhancing its military modernization. Defense of Ukraine

Ukraine approves robotic combat droid for military use

The unmanned fleet will have a surveillance system to record activity lying below the water's surface, seeking out instances of sabotage. DVIDS

NATO to protect undersea cables with ‘sea drones’ amid global tensions

The Assad regime in Syria is over. While the campaign to oust him lasted just 12 days, the ripple effects could last decades. Reuters

Assad ouster in Syria will have ‘ripple effects’ in Iran, Russia

The man accused of gunning down the CEO of UnitedHealthcare on a New York City sidewalk has been charged with murder. AP Images

Suspect charged with murder in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

A former Russian prison boss is reportedly dead after a car bombing in Ukraine. Russia Investigative Committee

Former Russian prison boss killed in car bombing in occupied Ukraine

A new report finds that hundreds more people have drowned trying to cross into the U.S. than the U.S. and Mexican governments reported. Reuters

More drowned at southern border than government estimates showed: Report

Ukraine's president, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, is open to deploying Western troops as part of a NATO-linked security framework. Getty Images

Ukraine pushes for NATO action, open to Western troops

Wildlife resort lets tourists sleep with wolves, experts say it can turn dangerous Getty Images

Canadian wildlife resort offers a night with wolves, experts warn against trend