SUMMARY: A widow from St. Johns County, Shima Sedighi, is advocating for responsible driving this holiday season after her husband, Mark Sabri, was killed in a crash on January 2. The incident occurred when Phillip Barry drove recklessly, running a red light and colliding with Sabri’s Tesla; Barry was found under the influence of controlled substances. Sedighi describes her husband as a brilliant and caring father, and she is deeply affected by the loss, especially since it happened near their home. To honor him, she created a memorial and plans to educate others on the dangers of driving under the influence.

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SUMMARY: A government panel in Japan endorsed a new energy policy aiming for 50% renewables and 20% nuclear power by 2040, responding to increasing electricity demand amid an AI-driven landscape. This marks a shift from the post-Fukushima phaseout, with the Industry Ministry’s draft proposing renewables rise from 22.9% to 40-50% while reducing coal reliance from nearly 70% to 30-40%. Despite skepticism about feasibility, the plan emphasizes energy security through both nuclear and renewables, highlighting Japan’s goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The final plan is expected to be approved by March, replacing the current 2021 policy.

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SUMMARY: On Christmas Day, pilgrims began gathering at St. Peter’s Basilica to walk through the newly inaugurated Holy Door, marking the start of the 2025 Holy Year celebration. This Jubilee year, dedicated to hope by Pope Francis, is expected to attract 32 million Catholic faithful seeking indulgences. Prior to entering, attendees underwent security checks due to concerns following a recent deadly attack on a Christmas market in Germany, which left five dead. Meanwhile, Hanukkah coincided with Christmas this year, inspiring interfaith gatherings despite the ongoing wars and rise in antisemitism affecting the Jewish community.

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