China condemns Trump over Taiwan policy remarks
China issued its strongest condemnation of President-elect Donald Trump after he suggested the United States might abandon four decades of recognizing Taiwan as part of China. Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang warned such a shift could rupture ties and said cooperation could be “out of the question.” State media called him ignorant and social media criticized his stance as dangerous.
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Endgame near as Syrian army closes on Aleppo
Syrian forces and allies push to declare victory in eastern Aleppo after rebels lose Sheikh Saeed and withdraw from all eastern districts. A military source says the battle nears its end as bombardment continues and Assad allies close in on reclaiming the city.
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Fattah Sentenced to Ten Years for Racketeering Schemes
Former U S Representative Chaka Fattah was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for a pattern of corrupt acts aimed at enriching himself and family. He was convicted of racketeering and related counts tied to his 2007 Philadelphia mayoral bid, including illegal loans, stealing grant money, misusing campaign funds, and earmarking federal funds for a non existent nonprofit to cover campaign debts.
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Abortion providers sue Texas over tissue burial rule
Abortion clinics in San Antonio filed suit in federal court to block a Texas rule requiring disposal of aborted fetal tissue by burial or cremation. Hospitals and clinics would also bury miscarried fetuses, a measure critics call an intrusion on reproductive rights and a nationwide restrictive effort.
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Shootings fall in snowy Chicago weekend report
Fifteen people were shot in Chicago over the weekend, less than half of last weekend’s toll and the fewest in months. Despite the dip, the city’s homicide pace for the year remains high, with at least 4,170 shot and a 40 percent year-to-date rise over 2015.
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La La Land Leads Golden Globes Nominations
Los Angeles Times reports La La Land Moonlight and Manchester by the Sea lead Globes with seven six five nominations respectively in best picture and directing categories. Arrival misses drama nod but earns score and Amy Adams nomination while other contenders gain boosts and stumbles in race impact.
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