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**Pentagon Under Fire:** A watchdog report reveals the Pentagon authorized a follow-up strike despite knowing there were survivors from an initial boat attack, intensifying congressional scrutiny over operational judgment and legal risks.

**Markets Mixed Amid Data & AI Focus:** Stocks are navigating Fed-cut hopes and geopolitical tensions, with the S&P 500 near records and tech leading; traders are focused on jobs data, Fed pricing, and AI-related earnings from chip and data-center names.

**Macron Presses Xi on Ukraine:** French President Macron secured new trade deals in Beijing while urging Xi Jinping to use China’s influence on Russia to help end the war in Ukraine, signaling a pragmatic EU-China reset.

**EU Launches AI Factory Push:** The European Commission and EIB will open bids in early 2026 to fund regional AI ‘gigafactories,’ aiming to reduce reliance on US and Asian supply chains for critical AI hardware.

THC drinks are surging in popularity, offering a legal buzz from hemp-derived ingredients—but a new federal law could soon end the party. These beverages have exploded into mainstream stores, tapping into demand for alcohol alternatives with low-dose, psychoactive seltzers and mocktails. However, Congress has set a one-year deadline to close the hemp loophole, threatening to wipe out a multi-billion dollar market. As producers race to keep up with booming sales, the industry faces a countdown to either adapt or collapse under looming regulations.

Hungary secures major US sanctions exemption for Russian energy imports after Orban-Trump meeting. The deal guarantees Hungary’s continued access to Russian oil and gas via key pipelines. This diplomatic win strengthens Orban’s domestic position and highlights Trump’s support for allied leaders. The exemption contrasts with broader US pressure on other nations to reduce Russian energy dependence.

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A 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus, found perfectly sealed and untouched in Budapest, has been opened to reveal a young woman’s skeleton and a trove of personal artifacts. Archaeologists discovered the limestone coffin in Óbuda, part of the ancient Roman city of Aquincum, where it had lain undisturbed since the 3rd century. The remarkable find includes intact glass vessels, bronze figures, coins, and traces of gold-threaded fabric, offering a rare glimpse into Roman-era burial customs and social status. Lead archaeologist Gabriella Fényes noted the grave’s „expression of love,” suggesting the woman was carefully buried by grieving relatives for her „eternal journey.”

As climate risks surge, a stark insurance crisis leaves vulnerable communities facing financial ruin. A new report warns that soaring premiums and dropped coverage are creating a dangerous „protection gap” for high-risk areas. Experts urge the industry to evolve from simple payouts to proactive climate risk partnerships. The escalating threat underscores an urgent need for systemic change in both energy policy and insurance frameworks.

Discover the darkly comedic true story behind ‘The Widow Making Syndicate,’ a Brit List script about Hungarian women poisoning their abusive husbands. Writer Bethan Moore draws from historical mass poisonings and a personal connection to Hungary. This provocative film explores desperation, justice, and the roots of violence. Dive into the interview to learn how a real-life tragedy inspired this gripping project.

Troy Parrott’s historic hat-trick heroics for Ireland have sparked nationwide celebrations and a permanent place in football lore. The striker’s emotional last-gasp winner against Hungary has become an instant iconic moment for a generation of fans. Parrott admits to watching the goal 500 times, calling it a life-changing event that moved him to tears. With Dublin Airport jokingly renamed in his honor, the nation’s joy cements this as a legendary chapter in Irish sports history.

The 2022 LFP battery patent expiry has revolutionized electric vehicles, removing IP barriers and making this safer, cheaper technology widely accessible. Companies like Tesla and BYD are now accelerating adoption, leveraging LFP’s thermal stability and cost benefits for mass-market EVs and renewable energy storage. However, a dense web of secondary patents on enhancements like fast-charging and energy density means freedom-to-operate analysis remains critical to avoid infringement risks. As the industry shifts focus to proprietary engineering and manufacturing know-how, strategic IP protection and partnerships will define competitive advantage in this new era of EV innovation.

Trump administration explores 50-year mortgages and assumable loans as creative solutions to housing affordability crisis, but economists warn these could increase debt burdens and drive prices higher. While assumable mortgages offer below-market rates for qualified buyers, portable mortgages could further disadvantage first-time purchasers in a tight market. Builder rate buy-downs and seller financing provide alternative paths but carry risks of inflated prices and predatory terms. Ultimately, experts emphasize these financing tweaks don’t solve the core issue: America’s severe housing shortage of 1-5 million homes.