The 7 Monday, December 9, 2024
Dec 9, 2024
The rapid downfall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria sparks celebrations and concerns over new governance. Donald Trump faces scrutiny over his remarks on Congressional investigators, while Jay-Z and Sean Diddy Combs grapple with serious allegations in a lawsuit. National issues hinge on rising border crossing fatalities, as public preferences for housing emerge. Excitement brews for the inaugural 12-team college football playoff, with Oregon and Georgia shining amid Alabama's surprise absence. A record $28 million auctioned for the iconic ruby slippers captivates history buffs.
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End of Assad Regime
- Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria ended after more than two decades, followed by his father's 30-year rule.
- The swift end came after an 11-day offensive by the rebel Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS).
Trump on January 6th Investigators
- In a post-election interview, Donald Trump said those who investigated his role in January 6th should be jailed.
- This includes former Congresswoman Liz Cheney, and anyone who voted in favor of the inquiry.
Lawsuit Against Jay-Z and Diddy
- Jay-Z and Sean Diddy Combs were accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in a lawsuit.
- Jay-Z denied the accusations and called it blackmail, refusing to settle.