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Jordan Joins U.S.-Led Airstrikes Against ISIS in Syria

This photo provided by the U.S. Air Force shows a U.S. Airman preparing an A-10 Thunderbolt II for flight from a base in the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Friday, Dec. 19, 2025, in support of Operation Hawkeye Strike. Jordan announced that its air force has taken part in U.S.-led strikes targeting Islamic State positions in Syria, signaling a renewed show of regional cooperation against the extremist group. The operation comes as the United States carries out a series of retaliatory strikes following the recent killing of three American service members. In a statement, the Jordanian military said its aircraft conducted “precise airstrikes” on ISIS sites in southern Syria alongside U.S. forces. Officials emphasized that the mission aimed to prevent militant groups from using Syrian territory as a base to threaten neighboring countries. The U.S. strikes reportedly hit multiple ISIS-linked facilities, including infrastructure and weapons storage locations, as part of a b...

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Hot Tea, High Stakes: California Man Wins $50 Million Lawsuit Against Starbucks

A California delivery driver, Michael Garcia, has been awarded $50 million in a lawsuit against Starbucks after suffering severe burns from a spilled tea. The incident occurred in February 2020 at a drive-through, where a venti-sized tea fell onto Garcia's lap, causing permanent and life-altering injuries.

Garcia's legal team argued that the scalding-hot tea was not securely placed in a takeout tray by a Starbucks employee, leading to the accident. The Los Angeles County jury sided with Garcia, holding Starbucks accountable for negligence. Garcia underwent multiple medical procedures, including skin grafts, due to the burns.

Starbucks has expressed sympathy for Garcia but plans to appeal the decision, calling the damages excessive. This case echoes past high-profile lawsuits involving hot beverages, such as the famous McDonald's coffee case in the 1990s.

The verdict serves as a reminder of the importance of safety standards in handling hot drinks, both for businesses and consumers.

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