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The government is launching a program to address rising youth unemployment by offering job opportunities in sectors like construction and hospitality. This initiative will be supported by £820 million in funding and aims to create 350,000 training placements and guarantee 55,000 jobs by spring 2026.

A devastating fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, India, has resulted in the deaths of 25 individuals, with staff members and tourists among the victims. The blaze is believed to have been caused by a gas cylinder explosion in the club's kitchen. Many victims were found near the kitchen, suggesting they were employees.

King Charles and Queen Camilla have selected a photo from their trip to Rome for their official Christmas card, celebrating both Christmas and their 20th wedding anniversary.

While China's domestic reforestation efforts are notable, studies reveal a significant environmental blind spot linked to its imports. Investigations show that a substantial portion of timber imported from Peru and other agricultural products contributes to illegal deforestation, posing serious environmental and climate challenges.

Fubo has announced a rare price reduction for some of its Live TV subscription plans, set to take effect in January 2026. The decision follows a blackout of NBCUniversal channels due to unsuccessful contract negotiations. As Fubo subscribers lose access to popular channels like NBC and MSNBC, the company offers reduced fees and credits to compensate affected users.

Netflix has successfully acquired Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) following a competitive bidding process, making a significant $72 billion investment. The acquisition, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals, is set to transform the media landscape by enhancing Netflix's content library and subscriber base.

Bitcoin's recent price decline from its record highs has sparked discussions about its potential as a digital store of value and its performance as 'digital gold' during market stress.

Visa is relocating its European headquarters to London's Canary Wharf, following a similar move by JPMorgan and renewed commitments by other major financial firms. The area has seen a resurgence due to enhanced transportation, multi-use space, and limited real estate supply.

Willow Wealth, formerly Yieldstreet, is rebranding with a new corporate mascot, Hampton Dumpty, in an effort to distance itself from past controversies and significant investor losses. The move coincides with a challenging time as the company reports further defaults in real estate projects and removes historical performance data from public view.