Dissident Chinese billionaire faces landmark trial in Hong Kong
Jimmy Lai, founder of Apple Daily, faces three charges under the national security law that could bring life imprisonment. The case highlights Beijing’s crackdown on Hong Kong dissent as Lai remains in solitary confinement ahead of a trial expected to span about 80 court days.
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Johnsons Choice in Ukraine Aid Tests the GOP
Washington Post columnist E J Dionne argues Johnson faces a defining fork in Ukraine policy. Putin mocks Western aid while House Republicans leverage immigration fights to block relief, risking Democratic split and delayed emergency funding. Senators must press for a Senate Ukraine deal and resist extreme demands. Johnson’s stance will signal commitment to democracy or align with Trumpist obstruction.
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Tip your doorman and other staff this holiday season
A humorous column weighs how much to tip doormen in New York and across the U.S. It cites figures from The Wall Street Journal and etiquette experts, noting generous ranges for doormen, supers, and elevator operators while joking about other service workers. It ends urging readers to tip those who care for them, or risk lobby-entrapment.
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Brad Pitt Turns 60 As 2023 Nears Its End
Today marks Brad Pitt’s 60th birthday on December 18 2023. The day also notes notable birthdays including Saki Ty Cobb Betty Grable Ossie Davis Keith Richards Steven Spielberg DMX Sia Katie Holmes Christina Aguilera Billie Eilish Christina Aguilera and Brad Pitt among others. The trivia section mentions the SCORE satellite launch message from Eisenhower and a quote from Saki.
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