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China Confronts a New Political Reality in Taiwan: No Friends

Interviews with the top candidates in a volatile three-way presidential race point to rising skepticism toward Beijing—whatever the outcome.

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The New Star on the Political Scene: The Chip Industry

Increasing attention from politicians is posing opportunities and challenges for tech companies that have become part of a geopolitical conversation.

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Small Drones Are Helping Israel Navigate the Urban Battlefield in Gaza

Cheap, agile devices can explore tunnels, break through windows and carry explosives.

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Maine bars Trump from 2024 presidential primary ballot – The Associated Press

Maine bars Trump from 2024 presidential primary ballot  The Associated Press ‘Trump’s in trouble’: John Dean reacts to Maine removing Trump from 2024 ballot  CNN Trump legal news brief: Maine Secretary of State rules Trump is ineligible to appear on 2024 ballot  Yahoo

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Teen surfer killed by shark was ‘standout’ talent

A 15-year-old surfer killed by a shark off the coast of South Australia was a “standout” talent, his club has said.

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What Is the 14th Amendment, and What Does It Say?

The amendment’s Section 3 says that acts of insurrection can disqualify someone from office.

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Huawei Expects 9% Revenue Growth This Year

Huawei Technologies projected that its revenue grew about 9% in 2023, reflecting the company’s return to a more normal course after years of dealing with U.S. sanctions.

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Corrections & Amplifications

Corrections & Amplifications for the edition of Dec. 29, 2023

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Maine’s top election official removes Trump from 2024 primary ballot – CNN

Maine’s top election official removes Trump from 2024 primary ballot  CNN Maine Bars Trump From 2024 Primary Ballot, Joining Colorado  The New York Times Risks of US electoral chaos deepen after Trump is barred from another state ballot  CNN Trump legal news brief:

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Maine Becomes Second State to Bar Trump From 2024 Primary Ballot

Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, a Democrat, says the Republican former president is ineligible to serve again because of his actions surrounding the Capitol riot.

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