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A new report found a serious security lapse at Ben Gurion Airport. The review showed that one screening point failed to detect restricted items during a routine test. The findings spread quickly, and many passengers learned about it while waiting for flights. People in the terminal described a mix of worry and frustration. Some rushed through the lines again to check their bags. Others walked straight to the counters and asked staff if the airport planned any immediate changes. The mood grew tense as more travelers pulled out their phones to read the details of the lapse. Airport officials moved extra staff into the affected area throughout the morning. They checked equipment, brought in supervisors, and slowed the lines to review each step. The added checks caused longer waits, which only increased the frustration among passengers. By midday, the airport said it had fixed the problem and added new steps to prevent a repeat. Travelers still looked uneasy as they moved through the lanes, but the flow improved as the afternoon went on. The report matters because the airport handles thousands of people a day, and many depend on fast, accurate screening. Today’s lapse raised fresh questions about how well the system works and how quickly it can respond when something goes wrong.

ICE is now holding a record sixty-five thousand immigrants after a new round of raids took place across several states this week. The number climbed quickly over the last 24 hours as officers carried out more operations in large cities and smaller towns. Officials described the raids as part of a broader push to find people who crossed the border recently or missed earlier court dates. Community groups reported a wave of early-morning pickups, and some schools and workplaces noticed families staying home because they feared being caught on the street.

Alphabet’s stock climbed again, pushing the company close to a four-trillion-dollar valuation. The jump followed another strong day for AI-related companies, and Alphabet sat near the front of that wave. Traders moved back into the stock after new signals that the company’s AI business is growing faster than expected. The move also came after a recent antitrust development that eased some pressure on the company. The shift removed a bit of uncertainty around its legal fights, and that helped investors feel more comfortable adding to their positions. The change did not solve everything, but it lowered the temperature around the company at a key moment. The stock gained more ground after several large funds increased their positions, pointing to stronger confidence in Alphabet’s long-term plans. The message from the market was simple: investors liked what they saw, both on the technology front and on the legal front. The company now sits just short of the four-trillion mark. Only a few businesses have reached anything close to that level, so each step higher carries symbolic weight. The move shows how strongly investors are betting on AI and how quickly Alphabet has positioned itself to benefit from it.

President Trump launched the Genesis Mission, a new national effort to speed up scientific discovery by using advanced AI systems. The announcement focused on making research in medicine, energy, and space move much faster than it does now. The plan creates a central team that will build AI tools for scientists. These tools will sort research data, test ideas in minutes, and help labs check results. The White House said the goal is to cut long research steps from months to days. Scientists and tech leaders reacted almost immediately. Many welcomed the move because labs often wait years for key findings. They noted that faster results could help doctors find new treatments and help engineers improve clean-energy designs. Some experts also called for strong rules to keep the new systems safe and accurate. The mission begins with federal agencies testing AI in real research settings. These early tests will show how well the systems work and where they need more control. Officials said the mission will grow in stages, adding more fields once the first round proves stable. The launch drew wide attention because it marks a major shift in how the country plans to use AI. Instead of small pilot programs, the Genesis Mission tries to pull the entire research world into a faster cycle. For now, the mission signals a clear push to use AI as a national research engine. The next few months will show how quickly the new tools can help scientists move from slow ideas to real results.

New Jersey posted its 2025–26 private-school tuition rates, and many families noticed sharp jumps across a range of schools. The new numbers show clear increases for both elementary and high-school programs, with several schools raising annual costs by several hundred to a few thousand dollars. School leaders pointed to rising expenses. They said utilities, staff pay, and transportation costs pushed their budgets higher this year. They also explained that some schools upgraded buildings or added support programs, which added to the new totals. The new tuition list shows how fast education costs are moving.

Satellite imagery taken this month shows that Yongbyon Nuclear Scientific Research Center in North Korea is undergoing significant expansion in its uranium-enrichment area. Analysts from 38 North report new buildings, concrete paving, and six heat-exchanger units installed near a suspected centrifuge hall. The work is seen as the most active such effort at the site since early 2025. North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, has described 2025 as a “crucial year” for building weapons-grade nuclear material — and the changes at Yongbyon appear to reflect that push. Experts warn this expansion could speed up the regime’s ability to enrich uranium and thus increase its stockpile of nuclear warhead material.

U.S. and Ukrainian officials made clear progress during a new round of talks on an updated version of the Trump peace plan. The meetings stretched late into the afternoon and focused on a smaller set of sticking points that both sides had avoided for months. American negotiators pressed for changes that could slow the pace of fighting before winter. Ukrainian officials pushed for stronger security guarantees and clearer timelines for any territorial steps. People in the room described the exchanges as firm but unusually steady. By the end of the talks, both teams agreed to draft a shorter outline that reflects the shifts of the last year. The new outline keeps the core idea of a phased halt to major attacks but adjusts how fast each phase should move. It also adds a section on rebuilding routes that keep aid flowing to cities under pressure. Ukraine responded with cautious support. Officials in Kyiv noted that the updated outline protects their key demand for continued U.S. backing. Washington framed the movement as a sign that both sides want a path that reduces daily losses without forcing a rushed settlement. The next step is a follow-up session expected within days. Both teams want to settle the order of the first steps, since that sequence will shape how any pause in fighting unfolds.

Kansas congresswoman Sharice Davids is calling on the U.S. House of Representatives to vote immediately on extending the health­-insurance premium tax credits under the Affordable Care Act, which are due to expire at the end of December. Her request comes in a letter signed by 59 lawmakers sent to House Speaker Mike Johnson, pointing out that more than 24 million Americans could face large premium hikes in 2026 without this extension. Davids, a Democrat representing Kansas’ 3rd District, noted that roughly 160,000 Kansans benefited from the credits last year, saving an average of about $700 each. She warned that delaying action will force many Americans to choose between health coverage and basic needs. Republican critics argue the credits are too costly — with estimates of up to $350 billion over the next decade — and say they fuel insurance industry profits. Davids says a bipartisan majority supports the extension and that the House should not fall behind the Senate, where leadership has already pledged a vote. The outcome matters now because, without congressional action, insurance plans under the ACA could become much less affordable for millions of people beginning next year.

The Tesla Cybertruck is being widely dubbed the “world’s most hated” electric vehicle as mounting criticisms over its safety and design gather pace. Owners and reviewers report worrying incidents. Many spotlight the truck’s unusual stainless-steel exterior and electronic door systems, which critics argue compromise crash safety and occupant escape. Lawsuits are also piling up: one alleges a fatal crash where occupants were trapped after power loss in the electronic door system. Meanwhile, some analysts point to declining sales and recalls as signs the hype is fading. This raises fresh questions for Tesla, Inc. about trust in its vehicle design and its brand image among EV buyers who expect both innovation and reassurance.

President Trump met New York City’s mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, in a short but direct visit at the White House. The meeting was not on the public schedule, and it surprised people in both camps because the two have often moved in very different political circles. A senior aide said the two spoke about public safety, federal support for transit projects, and ways the city can move faster on housing repairs. People close to Mamdani noted that he walked into the meeting with a clear list of city needs, expecting a brief introduction, not an extended conversation. Supporters of Trump voiced mixed reactions. Some welcomed any attempt to improve the relationship with the nation’s largest city. Others questioned why the president decided to engage so early with a mayor-elect who has taken positions that his base often challenges. Mamdani’s critics also reacted with surprise, saying the visit may signal a new approach from him as he prepares to take office. The meeting ended after roughly 40 minutes. Both sides called it “constructive,” but neither offered details beyond the broad topics discussed.