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Alarm over ‘exploding’ rise in use of sanctions-busting shadow fleet

Fear that confrontation is on the cards as policing of ships becomes more aggressive and Russia challenges Europe

The Guardian - UK

A meat-free Christmas: Chantelle Nicholson’s French mushroom pie, caramelised pear pud and more

Blue cheese and honey gougeres, roast squash soup with melting brie, mushroom and celeriac pithivier, roast miso brussels sprouts, and a caramelised pear and rosemary pudding

The Guardian - UK

Ukraine war briefing: Russian oil rig hit in Caspian Sea over 700km from Ukraine

Kyiv continues campaign of attacks on Russia-linked maritime targets; latest US idea is three-way peace talks. What we know on day 1,397

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US intercepts second merchant vessel off coast of Venezuela in international waters

Vessel does not appear to be on list of US-sanctioned vessels, which would represent escalation in blockade

The Guardian - US

U.S. boards un-sanctioned tanker with Venezuelan oil to tighten blockade

The move makes clear the Trump administration considers almost all oil tankers with Venezuelan crude subject to possible seizure.

Axios

Maduro tests Trump with "Plan B" oil tanker strategy

This newest cat-and-mouse game between Trump and Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro is heightening the tension in the Caribbean.

Axios

5 Walmart Items To Stock Up On Now in Case of Tariff-Induced Product Shortages

Here are five Walmart items you'll want to stock up on now before tariffs take effect or supply chains tighten.

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‘Firm, snappy texture’: the best supermarket crackers for cheese, tasted and rated

Our resident big cheese munches his way through 10 sets of crackers so you don’t have to make a snap decision

The Guardian - UK

Russian Oil Firm Exits Venezuela as U.S. Tanker Blockade Tightens Pressure on Maduro

The company's legal representative, Andrey Shavkun, said the decision was beyond the control of either party and stemmed from conditions that make continued operations unviable

Latin Times

Russian missile strike on Odesa kills 8 as US hosts a Kremlin envoy for talks on peace plan

A Russian missile strike on port infrastructure in Odesa has killed eight people and wounded 27, according to Ukraine’s emergency service

The Independent UK

Russia strikes 15 sites overnight as Friday's attack on Odesa death toll rises to eight

Russia continues its overnight strikes on Ukraine, targeting 15 locations, while the death toll from Friday's attack on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa has risen to at least eight, with 27 injured.

Euronews

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's Family Hit With US Sanctions Amid Corruption Crackdown

The US sanctions Nicolas Maduro's family members, escalating pressure on Venezuela's regime amid corruption and drug trafficking allegations.

International Business Times

French Girls Swear by Broccoli Seed Oil For Their Hair and Skin—It’s Lightweight, but Packed With Fatty Acids and Antioxidants

It's packed with vitamins A and E

Marie Claire

Cosmopolitan Christmas: Stosie Madi’s French-African-Lebanese Christmas lunch – recipes

A cross-cultural jamboree of a festive meal, mixing Middle Eastern, west African and French cuisine: peppered smoked mackerel pies, crab gratin, slow-cooked lamb, jewelled rice, and a rum and pineapple cake to round things off

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Was 2025 the year that business retreated from net zero?

From retailers to banks, carmakers to councils, the bold pledges for carbon-neutral economies are being watered down or scrapped

Barchart

5 "Best of the Best" Dividend Stocks to Own in 2026

These five companies come with above-average yields and buy ratings from Wall Street analysts.

Latin Times

Brazilian President Lula da Silva Proposes Acting as Mediator Between Maduro and Trump

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has volunteered to serve as a mediator between Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and U.S. President Donald Trump

Barchart

Cotton Closes with Gains on Friday

Cotton futures closed the Friday session with contracts 20 to 25 points on the day, as March slipped back 8 points on the week. Crude oil futures were 55 cents per barrel higher at $56.55. The US dollar index was $0.292 higher to $98.380. Cotton Ginnings data as of December...

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Marie Claire

Fragrance Primers Are the Beauty Secret You Didn’t Know You Were Missing

Very luxe. Very expensive (smelling).

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10 Repair Delays That Hurt Your Car More Than The Mileage

A lot of people assume that your car’s mileage is the best way to gauge your vehicle’s overall health. But, in reality, regular car maintenance could have your car running for hundreds of thousands of miles. At the same time, neglected maintenance can do a lot of damage. Delaying certain…

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Festive Beauty Finds on Amazon That Feel High-End

These holiday-ready Amazon beauty picks bring major glam, practical magic, and bougie vibes—all without breaking the bank.

Barchart

Crude Oil Prices Settle Higher on Heightened Geopolitical Risks

January WTI crude oil (CLF26 ) on Friday closed up +0.51 (+0.91%), and January RBOB gasoline (RBF26 ) closed up +0.0069 (+0.41%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled higher on Friday. Crude prices are supported amid heightened geopolitical risks in Venezuela and Russia. Also, Friday's stock rally boosts optimism about...

Latin Times

Marco Rubio Says Gustavo Petro Is Not a 'Very Stable Person In His Remarks' But Reaffirms Strength Of Relations With Colombia

Secretary of State Marco Rubio again criticized Colombian President Gustavo Petro, saying he is not a "very stable person in his remarks," but highlighted the strength of Washington's relations with Bogota regardless of the tensions.

The Guardian - US

Trump and top aides refuse to rule out war with Venezuela

President Nicolás Maduro orders Venezuelan navy to escort oil tankers after seizure by US forces

Barchart

Cotton Posting Midday Gains on Friday

Cotton futures are trading with midday gains of 25 to 30 points on Friday. Crude oil futures are 47 cents per barrel higher at $56.47. The US dollar index is $0.197 higher to $98.285. Total export sale commitments are 5.72 million RB, which is now 16.53% below the same period...

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