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Good evening and happy Christmas! I’m [Anchor Name], and it’s December 25 2025. Welcome to BTW Daily News, your quick briefing for the day.First up, Donald Trump’s latest holiday scuffle. In a phone call that sparked outrage, the former president told a child that he’s been “tracking Santa,” saying he doesn’t want the reindeer to infiltrate the U.S. The remark rattled social media and people are calling for a return to normalcy.Moving on to local government news, a new report names this year’s sanctuary “naughty list.” Several cities and states that have passed protection laws for refugees and migrants have been added to a watchdog organization’s roster of concern.Meanwhile, the North American Aerospace Defense Command says tomorrow’s flight path of Santa’s sleigh will be glitch‑free. Officials are officially confirming that the holiday robot will fly on schedule, giving us one less worry for the night sky.In a viral surge of reaction videos, an AI Santa wearing an ICE agent uniform sparked backlash, with fans calling it “disgusting” and “evil.” The footage has been shared across TikTok and Twitter sparking a conversation about the line between satire and hate speech.Shifting to a lighter moment, Kate Middleton and Princess Charlotte surprised audiences with a mother‑daughter piano duet for “Together at Christmas.” Their performance on the balcony of Kensington Palace hit many hearts across the world.On the lottery front, an Arkansas resident won a staggering $1.817 billion Powerball jackpot on Christmas Eve. The winner keeps the secret to himself, but the state celebrates the unprecedented prize and a free holiday in the news.In more serious headlines, a blast at a mosque in Maiduguri, Nigeria, killed five and injured 35. Authorities suspect a suicide bomber, and the incident has intensified concerns over security at places of worship.Turning to the West Coast, a powerful atmospheric river storm slammed Southern California, causing flash floods and evacuations in six counties. Emergency crews are working to keep residents safe as the southern states brace for more rainfall.On the global stage, North Korea announced progress on its first nuclear‑powered submarine. The regime’s leader inspected the construction site and overseen a missile launch as part of the same ceremony, sparking international scrutiny.And finally, the Kennedy Center’s annual Christmas Eve jazz concert has been canceled following a renaming that added “Trump” next to the venue’s name. The tradition is on pause as the city grapples with the decision.That’s all for this brief. Thank you for tuning in to BTW Daily News. Wishing you a safe and joyful holiday. Happy holidays and good night.