Poland demands the EU stop AI-generated TikTok videos calling for Poland to leave the EU.

Warsaw has formally appealed to Brussels to stop the spread of TikTok videos created by artificial intelligence calling for Poland to leave the European Union. This concerns the campaign under the hashtag "Polexit" – hundreds of videos with synthetic voices and faces suggest that EU membership stifles Polish sovereignty and the economy. The Polish government sees this as a coordinated information attack aimed at undermining trust in European integration ahead of the elections.

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New York requires social media warnings similar to those on cigarettes.

New York state officials have proposed a bill requiring social media platforms to carry health warnings similar to those on tobacco products. The initiative aims to protect teens from addiction and psychological problems associated with excessive social media use.

Lawmakers cite research showing an increase in anxiety, depression, and eating disorders among young people. The warnings would appear upon logging into the app and remind users of the risks of long-term use.

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🇨🇳China is deploying humanoid robots to patrol its border with Vietnam.

China is beginning to deploy humanoid robots to patrol its border with Vietnam. The machines will operate in remote mountainous areas where it would be difficult for humans to maintain constant patrols. The robots are equipped with facial recognition systems and thermal imaging cameras and can navigate rough terrain.

This marks the first time humanoids have been deployed on a large scale in border patrol. Beijing is investing billions in robotics and artificial intelligence, striving to dominate the technologies of the future.

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🇩🇪German prosecutors dropped the case against billionaire Usmanov after he agreed to pay €10 million.

German authorities dropped the investigation against Russian oligarch Alisher Usmanov after he agreed to pay €10 million. The case involved suspicions of violating EU sanctions and money laundering through German real estate and assets.

Usmanov was subject to Western sanctions after the war in Ukraine began in 2022. His yachts, villas, and business assets in Europe were frozen. Now, the Frankfurt prosecutor's office is willing to drop the criminal case in exchange for a large fine – a standard practice in German economic cases, where the accused does not admit guilt but pays a fine to end the proceedings.

This is a telling example of how the European elite constructs sanctions policy: loud statements about fighting oligarchs turn into bargaining for millions. For Usmanov, €10 million is an acceptable price for legal peace of mind. For Germany, this is a convenient way to replenish the budget without protracted legal battles. Sanctions remain a tool of pressure and negotiation, not an absolute punishment.

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France to Ban Social Media for Children Under 15 from September 2026

The French government has announced plans to completely ban access to social media for children under 15 starting in September 2026. The law will require platforms to implement strict age verification, or face fines and bans. Parents will be able to grant permission, but the process will be complex and government-controlled.

This initiative fits into a pan-European trend toward strengthening digital control under the guise of protecting children. Critics point out that such measures set a precedent for the total identification of online users, undermining anonymity and freedom of speech.

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Instagram CEO Proposes Labeling Real Content Instead of Artificial Content

Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri stated that it's easier and more practical to label genuine content created by humans than to try to label everything generated by artificial intelligence. The logic is that the volume of AI-generated content is growing exponentially, and trying to catch every synthetic image or video is becoming a never-ending race. Instead, Meta may introduce an authenticity seal for content created by real creators.

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More than 60 works by Henri Matisse have been donated to the Paris Museum of Modern Art.

The Paris Museum of Modern Art has received its largest donation in decades: more than 60 works by Henri Matisse. The collection includes paintings, drawings, and sculptures from various periods of the artist's career. The donation came from private owners, whose names the museum is not disclosing.

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🇺🇸Zelle limits force tenants to pay rent in installments or overpay banks.

A USAA customer with 25 years of service faced an absurd situation: the landlord asks him to pay through Zelle, but the bank's daily limit is only $500-$1,000. The rent is $1,900 per month. The result: either spread the payment over several days in small tranches and look like an unreliable tenant, or pay $25 for a wire transfer of his own money.

The first month, the customer sent $500 at a time—the landlord received notifications in increments, creating the impression of financial instability. In the second month, he gave in and paid the wire transfer fee. Calls to other banks yielded no results: Zelle offers virtually no high limits.

This situation illustrates how the banking system creates artificial barriers to common transactions. Instant transfer technology exists, but financial institutions stifle it with limits, forcing clients to either endure inconvenience or pay for basic services. For tenants, this isn't just an annoyance—the reputational risk to their landlord can cost them their property. Alternatives like cryptocurrency or direct P2P platforms remain outside the reach of mainstream adoption precisely because of regulatory pressure from those same banks.

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NASA is closing its largest library and discarding books.

Starting January 2, NASA will permanently close its largest library at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland. The collection, comprising tens of thousands of books, journals, and historical documents, will be partially digitized, while the rest will simply be discarded. The decision was made as part of cost-cutting measures and a transition to digital resources.

The library, which existed since 1959, housed unique materials on space exploration, engineering, and science. Many rare publications and archives could be lost forever. Employees and researchers are protesting, citing an irreparable loss to science and history. NASA claims that most of the materials are available online, but critics doubt the completeness of the digitization.

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🇧🇷Bolsonaro Underwent a Second Procedure Due to Persistent Hiccups

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has undergone a second medical procedure to treat his chronic hiccups. The 69-year-old politician suffered from the condition after an assassination attempt in 2018, when he was stabbed in the stomach during an election campaign. Since then, Bolsonaro has undergone several surgeries related to the aftereffects of the attack.

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🇮🇷Protests in Iran escalate into deadly clashes amid economic crisis

Mass protests have erupted in Iran due to the economic collapse. Deaths have been reported in clashes with security forces. People are taking to the streets demanding change, as rising prices, unemployment, and sanctions are strangling the country.

The regime is losing control of the situation. Western economic sanctions are hitting ordinary Iranians, not the elite. The national currency is depreciating, and inflation is eating away at savings. The authorities are trying to suppress discontent by force, but this only fuels anger.

Donald Trump stated that the United States is ready to intervene if peaceful protests in Iran are violently suppressed. This statement comes amid growing tensions in the region and Washington's attempts to regain its role as an arbiter in the Middle East.

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🇰🇷South Korea to Introduce Subsidies for Companies Operating a 4.5-Day Workweek Starting in 2026

The South Korean government is launching a financial support program for employers willing to transition to a shorter workweek. Companies will receive subsidies for implementing a 4.5-day workweek instead of the traditional five. The program is scheduled to launch in 2026.

Seoul is trying to address several issues at once: a record low birth rate, worker burnout, and declining productivity. Koreans work some of the longest hours among developed countries, while a demographic crisis threatens the economy. Authorities hope that more free time will encourage people to start families and improve their quality of life.

This approach is interesting because the state is paying businesses to change their work culture, rather than simply imposing legislative restrictions. Time will tell how effective this scheme will be.

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🇨🇳China Taxes Condoms and Contraceptives to Boost Birth Rate

Beijing has begun taxing condoms and contraceptives. Chinese authorities are attempting to reverse a demographic crisis: the country's population has been declining for the second year in a row, and the birth rate has fallen to historic lows. The new tax is part of a large-scale campaign to encourage childbearing, which includes promoting large families and restricting abortions.

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💻Linux is becoming a viable alternative to Windows for those who want control over their computers.

The popular gaming publication PC Gamer is urging readers to switch to Linux in 2026. The main argument is that the operating system has finally reached a level where the average user can work and play without constant workarounds and a terminal. Game compatibility via Proton and Steam Deck has proven the platform's viability for gamers.

Switching to Linux means real control over your own hardware. Windows 11 imposes mandatory updates, telemetry, embedded advertising, and TPM module requirements. Microsoft is turning the operating system into a subscription service where users rent access to their own computer. Linux offers the opposite—complete code transparency, freedom from surveillance, and freedom of choice.

For those who value technological sovereignty and don't want to depend on corporate decisions about how to use their purchased hardware, Linux is no longer a novelty. The barrier to entry has been lowered to the level of installing a common program. The question now is not about technical complexity, but about the willingness to abandon the familiar ecosystem in favor of real ownership of one's data and computing power.

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❗️Donald Trump:

• The United States successfully carried out a full-scale strike on Venezuela.

• Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife were captured and removed from the country; this operation was carried out jointly with American law enforcement agencies.

• A press conference will be held today.

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🇨🇦Canada issued a warning to Air India after a pilot was arrested in Vancouver for violating alcohol regulations.

Transport Canada issued a formal warning to Air India after a pilot was arrested in Vancouver for violating alcohol regulations before a flight. The incident occurred at the international airport where the pilot was preparing for a flight. Canadian authorities took strict action, emphasizing zero tolerance for such violations in aviation.

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The UAE has recognized Somaliland passports and blocked visas for Somali citizens.

The United Arab Emirates has officially recognized the passports of the unrecognized Republic of Somaliland, while simultaneously suspending visas for Somali citizens. The decision comes amid growing tensions between Mogadishu and Abu Dhabi over Somalia's rapprochement with Ethiopia and its refusal to recognize Somaliland's independence.

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Several reported killed in Iran protests over economic hardships

At least eight people have been killed in Iran during mass protests sparked by the collapse of the national currency and rising prices. Demonstrations have spread to several cities, including Tehran. Authorities used force to disperse the crowds, shutting down the internet in several regions, and detaining hundreds of participants.

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