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Last night's tragedy echoes the devastation seen in 2016 when a truck was driven through Berlin's Christmas market by an Islamic extremist.

It was Christmas last year, and the newly crowned King and Queen had just enjoyed a 'lovely' few days at Sandringham with their nearest and dearest. Then the blows came thick and fast.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is suing America's three largest banks, accusing the institutions of failing to protect customers from fraud on Zelle, the payment platform they co-own. From a report: According to the suit, which also targets Early Warning Services LLC, Zelle's official operator, Zelle users have lost more than $870 million over the network's seven-year existence due to these alleged failures. "The nation's largest banks felt threatened by competing payment apps, so they rushed to put out Zelle," said CFPB Director Rohit Chopra in a statement. "By their failing to put in place proper safeguards, Zelle became a gold mine for fraudsters, while often leaving victims to fend for themselves." Among the charges: 1. Poor identity verification methods, which have allowed bad actors to quickly create accounts and target Zelle users. 2. Allowing repeat offenders to continue to gain access to the platform 3. Ignoring and failing to report instances of fraud 4. Failing to properly investigate consumer complaints The CFPB's suit seeks to change the platform's operations, as well as obtain a civil money penalty, that would be paid into the CFPB's victims relief fund.

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Shakira and Chris Martin bonded while she was going through her acrimonious split from her husband Gerard Piqué. 'He was there for me when I got separated and was heartbroken,' she said.

A group dressed as Santa Claus and his helpers were set to deliver gifts in Brazil when they were robbed at gunpoint by a pair of motorcycle-riding bandits.

Pharmacist Ayesha Gulza has revealed 11 of the common medications that can trigger the uncomfortable sensation known as tinnitus. The condition affects over 50 million people in the US.

The pub is said to have timeless character and warm atmosphere

Area 51's 'literally out of this world' UFO secrets might finally see the light of day next year, based on a recently resurfaced interview with a seasoned aerospace journalist.

Apple has started pulling its iPhone SE and iPhone 14 models from sale in Switzerland, signaling broader discontinuation across the European Union ahead of new USB-C charging requirements taking effect December 28. The devices, which use Apple's proprietary Lightning port, disappeared from Swiss online stores today. Switzerland, while not an EU member, follows EU market rules. Apple-authorized resellers can continue selling existing stock until depleted. A new USB-C compatible iPhone SE is expected in March.

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Dell CEO Michael Dell has acknowledged delays in corporate adoption of AI-enabled PCs but remains confident in their eventual widespread uptake, citing his four decades of industry experience with technology transitions. The PC maker's chief executive told Fortune that while the current refresh cycle is "definitely delayed," adoption is inevitable once sufficient features drive customer demand. Meanwhile, Dell's infrastructure division saw 80% revenue growth last quarter from AI-server sales. The company is supplying servers for xAI's Colossus supercomputer project in Memphis and sees opportunities in "sovereign AI" systems for nations seeking technological independence. "Pick a country ranked by GDP, the [top] 49 other than the U.S., they all need one," Dell said.

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Petra Nemcova, the now 45-year-old Czech model who miraculously survived catastrophic tsunami, described how she survived for nearly eight hours despite a crushed pelvis.

The Welsh star, 35, and Marvel actress, 32, wrapped up from the winter chill as they took in the sights of the Big Apple.

The epic 'Karen'-style meltdown took place after the courier informed the woman, known as Ashley, that the appliance was too large for her kitchen.

The Strictly judge, 43, wowed as she covered her dark locks with an ice blonde wig styled in waves.

NASA's Parker Solar Probe will make its closest approach yet to the Sun on Christmas Eve, flying within 3.8 million miles of the solar surface and entering its atmosphere for the first time. The spacecraft, which travels at speeds up to 430,000 miles per hour, aims to study the origins of solar wind -- the stream of charged particles emanating from the Sun's corona. The probe's heat shield will endure temperatures exceeding 2,500-degree Fahrenheit during the flyby, requiring specialized materials like sapphire crystal tubes and niobium wiring to protect its instruments.

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Emma had known Jake for ten years before the collision and recalls the moment she found out he’d died

'Facts can't be decided by a roll of the dice'

Press freedom advocates are urging Apple to ditch an "immature" generative AI system that incorrectly summarized a BBC news notification that incorrectly related that suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter Luigi Mangione had killed himself.…

The TV presenter, 60, stepped down from the role last month amid an external review into historical allegations of sexual misconduct.

Sexually transmitted infections are typically found on the genitals or mouth, but doctors are now warning that the eyes could become infected as well.

The monarch and his wife, Queen Camilla , hailed community spirit in Walthamstow as they met volunteers, young people, emergency services, and faith representatives at the event.