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Good morning, it’s December 26, 2025, and you’re listening to BTW Daily News. I’m your host, Alex Rivera, here to bring you the most important headlines of the day.First, in Washington, the U.S. launched several airstrikes against ISIS‑affiliated militants in Nigeria. The strike, which came after the U.S. received intelligence from Nigerian officials, hit a training camp in the Niger Delta. Nigerian security forces released a new video showing the airstrike, and Nigerian officials have called the operation a necessary step to curb growing insurgency.Moving on to Africa, Malaysia’s former prime minister Najib Razak has been convicted of abuse of power and money laundering in the 1MDB scandal. The verdict came after a two‑year trial, and the high‑profile judgment is likely to strain the current administration under Anwar.In entertainment news, Jimmy Kimmel delivered an “alternative Christmas message” that poked fun at conservative politicians, sparking a flurry of comments on social media. The host defended his remarks, calling the show a “spirit of free speech.”Meanwhile, Nicola Roberts of Girls Aloud has announced she’s pregnant with her first child. Roberts shared a sweet Instagram photo of a baby bump and expressed excitement about the new chapter.Sports fans, the Minnesota Vikings delivered a decisive blow to the Detroit Lions on Christmas Day, forcing six turnovers and running the clock efficiently for a 45‑24 victory. In the NFL’s other matchup, the Dallas Cowboys edged the Washington Commanders 30‑23, with Dak Prescott throwing for 307 yards and two touchdowns.Turning to technology, Nvidia closed a non‑exclusive licensing deal with AI startup Groq, bringing new hardware and talent to its already‑potent AI portfolio. Industry analysts say the collaboration could accelerate the adoption of large‑scale AI models in cloud services.In the wider world, North Korea released images of what it claims is its first nuclear‑powered submarine, and the regime has announced plans to ramp up missile production through 2026. The move comes amid heightened tensions with the United States and allies.And here at home, California is bracing for more potential flooding after heavy rains ease, but forecasters warn that mudslides still pose a danger in the Sierra Nevada foothills.That’s the roundup for today. Thank you for joining us on BTW Daily News. Have a safe and happy holiday season, and we’ll see you back tomorrow for more updates.