SUMMARY: Millions of people are expected to travel by plane or car for the holiday season, with road congestion increasing by 30%, particularly during the New Year’s weekend. Around 6.4 million people in Florida are expected to travel more than 50 miles. AAA advises avoiding the busy afternoon and evening hours, with some travelers suggesting leaving early to avoid rush-hour traffic. Florida Highway Patrol warns of increased crashes and deaths, urging patience on the roads and caution against aggressive driving. FHP also highlighted the dangers of driving under the influence, with AAA offering free rides and tows through January 2.

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SUMMARY: North Korean troops are reportedly facing heavy casualties and logistical challenges in Russia’s Kursk region due to Ukrainian attacks, according to Ukraine’s military intelligence. They cited significant losses near Novoivanovka, with estimates of 3,000 North Korean soldiers killed or wounded since their deployment to support Russia’s ongoing war. Ukrainian strikes have also caused supply shortages, including drinking water. Concurrently, Russia has intensified its attacks on Ukraine’s infrastructure, conducting large-scale missile and drone strikes. Ukraine retaliated with drone strikes aimed at military targets in Russia, specifically a plant producing ballistic missile propellant, to diminish Russian military capabilities.

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SUMMARY: Pornhub will become inaccessible in 13 states due to new laws requiring age verification for adult content websites. A total of 16 states, including Florida and Kansas, have passed legislation enforcing these measures to protect minors from “harmful” material. Critics, including FIRE, argue these laws threaten free speech and user privacy, potentially forcing adults to forgo protected access. Company Aylo warns that the required age verification could compromise user safety and be ineffective. Meanwhile, platforms like X have reported substantial pornography encounters, indicating that regulatory measures may not effectively deter underage access, raising further concerns over enforcement and anonymity.

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