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Melania Trump Showcases Elegant 2025 White House Holiday Décor

  Melania Trump has unveiled the 2025 White House holiday decorations, continuing her tradition of bringing a refined and artistic touch to the season. This year’s theme emphasizes unity and timeless elegance, with rooms adorned in shimmering golds, deep reds, and sparkling white lights. The East Wing features towering Christmas trees decorated with handcrafted ornaments symbolizing American heritage, while the Grand Foyer is lined with garlands and wreaths that highlight the craftsmanship of artisans from across the country. The State Dining Room showcases a centerpiece inspired by winter wonderlands, complete with crystal accents and cascading lights. Melania Trump emphasized that the decorations are meant to celebrate the spirit of togetherness and gratitude, inviting visitors to experience the warmth of the season. The annual reveal has become a highly anticipated tradition, blending festive cheer with a showcase of artistry and cultural pride. This year’s design reflects b...

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Global Outage Sends Markets Tumbling: S&P/TSX and U.S. Indices Drop


The S&P/TSX composite index closed lower on Friday, reflecting a broader downturn in global markets. The index fell by 36.37 points to settle at 22,690.39. This decline was part of a larger trend, as U.S. markets also experienced significant losses.

The downturn was largely attributed to a global outage caused by a faulty software update from CrowdStrike, which affected numerous companies and organizations worldwide. In the U.S., the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 377.49 points to 40,287.53, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq composite indices fell by 39.59 points and 144.28 points, respectively.

The Canadian dollar also saw a slight decrease, trading at 72.85 cents U.S., down from 73.01 cents U.S. on Thursday. Commodity markets were not spared, with crude oil prices dropping by $2.66 to $78.64 per barrel, and gold prices falling by $57.30 to $2,399.10 an ounce.

This market reaction underscores the interconnected nature of global financial systems and the widespread impact that technological disruptions can have on economic stability.


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