EU member states will introduce a three-euro charge on small imports under 150 euros, mainly from China, starting mid-2026, to manage a surge in low-value packages. The move, led by France, addresses market protection and safety issues, with plans to abolish the de minimis threshold by 2028.

Neon Giant unveils 'No Law,' a first-person open-world cyberpunk shooter, at The Game Awards 2025, marking a departure from their previous isometric game, The Ascent. The game, influenced by Deus Ex and Cyberpunk 2077, promises diverse playstyles, emergent storytelling, and a reactive world, but a release date remains unannounced.

A bipartisan group of lawmakers urges the Education Department to classify nursing as a professional program, highlighting its exclusion's impact on students and healthcare. They argue for loan cap adjustments to support high-cost, high-demand nursing tracks, emphasizing the importance for rural and underserved areas.

Moez Limayem has been appointed as the ninth president of the University of South Florida, aiming to elevate the institution's national reputation and impact. His tenure begins in early 2026, succeeding Rhea Law, and promises to strengthen USF's academic and economic influence.

Southwest Airlines has announced a significant expansion in Austin, confirming its commitment to regional economic growth and further strengthening its dominance at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The expansion includes a new base, flight attendant training facility, and is supported by state and local incentives totaling over $19 million, with an emphasis on attracting high-paying jobs.

The U.S. has sanctioned ICC staff, including judges, impacting travel, banking, and digital services. These measures, part of a sovereignty enforcement effort, disrupt daily life and complicate ICC operations.

Brown University leads a breakthrough with CaBLAM, a bioluminescent sensor for real-time neural activity monitoring in mice and zebrafish, eliminating the need for external light. The innovation, detailed in Nature Methods, enhances imaging clarity and safety, reflecting a collaborative effort of 34 researchers across major institutions.

At the Game Awards 2025, Counter-Strike 2 (CS2) won Best Esports Game while Team Vitality's CS2 roster claimed Best Esports Team, highlighting CS2's prominence in competitive gaming. This recognition showcases CS2's enduring influence, outperforming titles like Dota 2 and VALORANT, and reflecting its strong engagement model and established legacy.

The FDA is evaluating bemotrizinol, a widely-used UV filter in Europe and Asia, for approval in U.S. sunscreens. This ingredient offers strong UVA/UVB protection with minimal skin absorption, potentially modernizing U.S. sunscreen options by late 2026.

The RCMP dismantled a drug trafficking network in northern Manitoba, arresting 27 individuals linked to Bunibonibee Cree Nation. This operation, part of Project Derry, involved seizing $1.2 million in contraband and highlighted the network's use of violence and intimidation in the community.