7+ min ago (464+ words) Venezuelan President Nicol's Maduro has received little support from long-time allies Russia and China as President Trump ramps up military pressure against Caracas. Beijing and Moscow, Maduro's two most powerful allies, have previously provided Venezuela with military equipment, financial aid, and army training in the face of American aggression " but both nations have strayed from their usual tactics as they face their own military and economic woes. While Russia previously deployed two nuclear-capable bombers to Venezuela as a united show of force against the US in 2018, Moscow's generosity has apparently dried up as it approaches its fourth year of war in Ukraine. So far, Russia has only provided two oil tankers to help Caracas' pump its own crude oil for export to China, Vladimir Rouvinski, an international relations professor at Icesi University, told the Wall Street Journal. "These are small…...

9+ min ago (344+ words) Helping Ukraine defeat Russia is a cheaper prospect for Europe than giving into the Kremlin's concessions, according to a new study titled "Europe's Choice" out of Norway. Funding Ukraine's war effort over four years will cost European governments between $606 and $972 billion, but it would cost them almost double, between $1.4 and $1.8 trillion, to reinforce its eastern flank if Moscow gets its way. "The recent 28-point peace plan proposed from the Trump administration illustrates the urgent need for Europe to take initiative and ownership of diplomatic efforts to end Russia's illegal war," read the study, published by the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs and consultants at Corisk. The researchers said the Trump administration is "out of touch with the real issues at stake," and conducted their study assuming Ukraine will receive almost no support from the United States. Without increased military support…...

14+ min ago (371+ words) A West Village red sauce joint has been named the third hardest reservation to snag in the country. Although Don Angie (103 Greenwich Avenue) opens its reservations 7 days in advance, starting at 9 am, according to OpenTable's 2026 Dining Trends Report, New Yorkers are booking them up fast. Sushi restaurant Kase x Noko'in Nashville and Cambodian noodle house, Mawn in Philadelphia, surpassed the NYC restaurant known for its modern take on classic Italian dishes, in the annual report. Don Angie, which is run by husband and wife duo, chefs Angie Rito and Scott Tacinelli, has been an in-demand spot since it opened in 2017. With decadent dishes like buffalo milk caramelle pasta and shell steak al limone, the West Village establishment earned itself a Michelin star in May 2021. When gathering data for its annual report, the online restaurant reservation company looks at everything from…...

15+ min ago (166+ words) Act fast, Cyber Monday is your last chance to grab hot dishes from'Our Place, where you can find amazing kitchen deals on top-of-the-line cookware like this gorgeous Always Pan 2.0 under $100. Our Place creates nonstick, toxin-free ceramic cookware that not only cooks evenly but looks aesthetically pleasing. This 10.5-inch holds up to 2.6 quarts and comes in two additional sizes: an 8.5-inch and a 12.5-inch. Each pan is made from a special trademarked ceramic coating without PFAS, including PTFE, PFOA, lead, or microplastics, so you can rest assured you're not eating the pan, just food. This pan is heat-safe up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit and is available in six stylish shades. Designed as a versatile 10-in-1 cookware, it functions as a fry pan, skillet, saut" pan, saucepan, nonstick pan, steamer, and more. What's included: a modular, steam-release lid, a nesting Beechwood spatula, and…...

17+ min ago (539+ words) Queens Borough President Donovan Richards predicted both planned casinos in the World's Borough will get licenses when bidders face a make-or-break vote on Monday. "I feel confident. I feel bullish. Bet on Queens," Richards said Sunday, a day before the New York Gaming Facility Location board is set to decide whether to issue up to three downstate casino licenses " with two bidders pitching locations in Queens. "Why go to Manhattan? You can stay in Queens! Queens becomes a global entertainment hub," Richards said. New York Mets owner Steve Cohen is leading a group that wants to build a gaming complex near Citi Field while Genting's Resorts World is bidding for a casino at Aqueduct race track. Bally's is also bidding for a casino complex at Ferry Point, President Trump's former golf course in The Bronx. The proposed $8 billion Cohen-Hard Rock…...

19+ min ago (411+ words) Some actors in a new Lifetime movie on Idaho killer Bryan Kohberger filmed themselves prancing around on social media while in costume and covered in fake blood " enraging and disgusting his victims" families. The upcoming flick, part of Lifetime"s "Ripped From the Headlines" series, covers the gruesome November 2022 killings of students Ethan Chapin, Kaylee Goncalves, Xana Kernodle and Madison Mogen in Moscow, Idaho. In recent days, social-media posts have shown the cast members dancing around while in costume, covered in fake blood, triggering fury. One post, made by actress Haylie Hansen, who plays Goncalves, was subsequently deleted after the backlash but was later reshared by other TikTok accounts. Now Goncalves" parents, Steve and Kristi, have condemned the actors and the filmmakers for trying to profit from the sickening crimes. "Yes, the case is over. Yes, there is a story…...

21+ min ago (1240+ words) Cyber Week is officially here, and pet parents have reason to celebrate. This is when I stock up on essentials for my 52-pound Mini-Sheepadoodle, Lucy, during Cyber Monday pet deals. She has an opinion about everything, especially treats. Lucy is obsessed with Stewart's treats from Chewy; honestly, she thinks they're better than sales and snuggles. I've tried Spot & Tango, JustFoodForDogs, and even The Farmer's Dog, and nothing comes close to how excited she gets for Stewart's. Her top picks? The Beef and Liver flavors, your dog may love them just as much as she does. Sales, I'm shopping begins with Chewy, but also Amazon, because shipping is fast, easy, and great service is delivered to my door. Chewy is offering up to 50% off toys, treats, beds, and more, plus up to 50% off select dog and cat food from Monday, November…...

29+ min ago (241+ words) Lane Kiffin wanted to leave Ole Miss for LSU, and has done so. But he did not want to leave now, and he is blaming the University of Mississippi athletic director for it. In his announcement that he is bolting for Baton Rouge, Kiffin called out AD Keith Carter for not allowing him to remain with Ole Miss through the College Football Playoff. Such was the reported source of dispute at a meeting on Sunday. Ole Miss, 11-1 and almost certainly bound for the CFP, wanted Kiffin to either stay or to leave immediately. It also wants a reason for the coaching staff under Kiffin to remain. Kiffin, meanwhile, wanted to finish the job with the Rebels and then say goodbye after they were eliminated or after they had won a title. Kiffin reportedly threatened to do his best to raid…...

32+ min ago (336+ words) After an action-packed Saturday, the ever-changing College Football Playoff picture took yet another massive shift. Two teams that seemed to be trending in the right direction were No. 12 Miami and No. 19 Vanderbilt. The Hurricanes closed out conference play with a 38-7 win over No. 22 Pittsburgh. Vandy took care of in-state rival, Tennessee, defeating the Vols 45-24. Both of these games took place in the early portion of Week 14, with Miami's game starting at noon and the Commodores-Vols contest at 3:30 p.m. ET. As of Saturday midday, the Hurricanes had +150 odds to make the CFP, with Vandy slightly behind at +350. Over the course of 24 hours, oddsmakers have made a considerable shift for both Power 5 hopefuls. Miami odds to make playoff Saturday at 3:30: +150Sunday morning: +820JMU odds to make playoff:Saturday at 3:30: +1260Sunday morning: +138 Vandy odds to make playoff: Saturday at 3:30: +350Sunday morning: +4000 That's right, the Dukes of James Madison…...

42+ min ago (500+ words) Bill Belichick's roller coaster first season at North Carolina ended in disappointing fashion Saturday night. The UNC head coach, 73, didn't have much to say after the Tar Heels endured a 4219 blowout road loss in their season finale against rival NC State " capping his first year at the helm with three consecutive losses and a brutal 48 record." "Look, the season's just ended a few minutes ago, OK?" Belichick told reporters after the game. "So now we're going to move into the offseason. That's what we're going to do." Belichick's postmortem media scrum lasted all of four minutes, with the eight-time Super Bowl winner largely deferring to his players. "I'm sorry I don't have a season recap for you," he added. "I don't have one, we haven't done it." If he had, perhaps Belichick would have characterized a season that began with…...