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 Today's top news in short                    bite sized pieces 1.) US cuts UN humanitarian aid to $2bn amid Trump demands for reforms, down sharply from recent $17bn levels. 2.) Syrian troops deploy to Latakia and Tartous after deadly Alawite clashes and protests. 3.) Thailand and Cambodia diplomats meet in China to solidify recent border ceasefire. 4.) In NBA, Kawhi Leonard scores career-high 55 points as Clippers beat Pistons; LeBron James, Luka Doncic lead Lakers end skid. 5.) NFL's Patriots clinch first AFC East title since 2019 with Drake Maye-led win. Eagles hold off Bills 13-12. 6.) India's Sensex closes down 0.37% at 84,728 amid FII selling; Nifty slips 0.35% to 25,952. 7.) Anthony Joshua suffers minor injuries in Nigeria car crash that kills two others. 8.) North Korea tests long-range cruise missiles to boost nuclear deterrence.

        Today's News in short bite                          sized pieces 1.) NFL: Ravens dominate Packers 41-24 as Derrick Henry rushes for 216 yards and 4 TDs, keeping playoff hopes alive. 2.) Vikings crush Lions 23-10 with 6 turnovers forced, eliminating Detroit and boosting their postseason chances. 3.) NBA: Jazz edge Pistons 131-129 on Jordan George's game-winning shot, despite Ace Bailey's hip injury exit. 4.) Clippers secure third straight win led by James Harden and Brook Lopez; Spurs beat Thunder 117-102 for third time recently. 5.) Bucks snap Bulls' streak as Giannis Antetokounmpo scores 29 in return; Knicks hold off Hawks 128-125. 6.) NHL: Sharks top Canucks 6-3 with Celebrini's goal and assist; Flames edge Oilers 3-2 on late Coleman goal. 7.) US markets slide with Dow down 0.8%, S&P 500 off 1.1%, and Nasdaq dropping 1.4% amid tech sector weakness. 8.) Gold prices rise 1.2% to $2,650/oz as...

    Today's News in short bite sized pieces     1.) Thailand and Cambodia signed a ceasefire to end border clashes, easing tensions over disputed territory. 2.) A massive highway crash in snowy Japan killed one and injured 26 during the holiday rush. 3.) China slapped sanctions on 20 U.S. defense firms amid escalating trade frictions. 4.) In sports, the Utah Jazz edged the Pistons 131-129 on a game-winning shot by George, though Ace Bailey left with a hip strain. 5.) The Clippers won their third straight behind James Harden and Brook Lopez, while the Spurs dominated the Thunder 117-102 for the third time recently. 6.) NFL's Vikings crushed the Lions 23-10 with six turnovers, boosting playoff hopes. 7.) Stock markets dipped today with India's Sensex closing at 85,041 down 367 points and Nifty at 26,042 off nearly 100.  8.) Metals and other sectors gained despite no Santa rally, as global peers offered some support. Investors eye value buys ahead of F&O ex...