THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 1 • Issue No. 364 • Updated Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 08:07 AM UTC

China conducts military drills around Taiwan amid tensions

Sources: AP News


Saudi Arabia bombs Yemen port over weapons shipment from UAE

Sources: AP News


Protests erupt in Iran over currency's record low value

Sources: AP News


US offers Ukraine 15-year security guarantee as part of peace plan

Sources: AP News, NPR


Trump warns Iran of further US strikes during Netanyahu visit

Sources: AP News


FIFA president defends high World Cup ticket prices amid record demand

FIFA President Gianni Infantino justified high ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup, citing over 150 million ticket requests and stating most proceeds will fund global soccer development.

Sources: NPR


Teens face risks from AI chatbot interactions, prompting safety concerns

Psychologists warn that AI chatbots pose mental health and social development risks for teens, with reports of harmful interactions and calls for parental guidance and regulation.

Sources: NPR


Electric vehicle industry faces challenges but maintains consumer interest

Despite policy reversals and sales fluctuations, consumer interest in EVs remains steady, with global trends showing growth led by China, though US adoption faces hurdles.

Sources: NPR


Trump oversees extensive White House renovations, calling himself a builder

President Trump has prioritized remodeling projects at the White House and Kennedy Center, describing construction as a relaxing second job and emphasizing his aesthetic focus.

Sources: NPR


Farmers struggle financially amid trade tensions and economic uncertainty

Many US farmers face unprofitable harvests due to trade policies and high costs, with concerns about long-term viability despite government aid packages.

Sources: NPR