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Authorities uncover an additional million documents that may be connected to the Epstein case
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Authorities uncover an additional million documents that may be connected to the Epstein case

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Federal officials in the US have identified over a million additional documents potentially connected to the deceased pedophile Jeffrey Epstein, which they intend to disclose in the forthcoming days and weeks, according to officials.

The Department of Justice (DoJ) was informed by the FBI and federal attorneys in New York regarding this discovery.

“Our lawyers are tirelessly reviewing and preparing the necessary legal redactions to safeguard victims, and we aim to make the documents available as soon as we can,” the DoJ stated on Wednesday.

The department indicated that it might require “a few more weeks” for the full release of all files. The DoJ has come under fire for not having made all Epstein files public by the mandated deadline of December 19 under a new law.

The agency committed to “fully adhere to federal law and President Trump’s instructions to publish the files”.

The announcement did not clarify how the FBI and the US Attorney for the Southern District of New York stumbled upon the additional documents. Epstein was facing charges related to the trafficking of minors for sexual purposes in the state when he tragically passed away while awaiting trial in a New York jail.

This news follows the justice department’s release of thousands of documents, many of which were heavily redacted, pertaining to their investigations into Epstein.

The department has been issuing the documents in segments, and senior officials have asserted that hundreds of thousands of documents are still pending release.

The disclosures were made possible following Congress’s passage of the Epstein Files Transparency Act – which was enacted by US President Donald Trump – mandating the agency to publicly disclose all documents while safeguarding the identities of victims.

Numerous released documents, featuring videos, photos, emails, and investigative papers, have significant redactions, notably including the identities of individuals the FBI seems to identify as potential co-conspirators in the Epstein matter.

The justice department has been criticized by legislators from both parties concerning the volume of redactions, which, according to the law, are permissible only to protect the identities of victims and ongoing criminal investigations.

Following the announcement of the discovery of more documents, the leading Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, which has been probing the Epstein case, accused the White House of “illegally” withholding information.

“We witness lies, incompetence, missed deadlines, and illegal redactions every day,” Representative Robert Garcia expressed in a statement.

The law enacted by Congress and signed by Trump last month prohibits redactions of names and details that may be scandalous or inflict “reputational damage”.

It specifically requests the DoJ to provide internal communications and memos that elucidate who was investigated and the determinations made regarding whether to “charge, decline to charge, investigate, or forgo investigation into Epstein or his affiliates”.

Among the documents are emails that appear to have been exchanged between FBI staff in 2019, referencing 10 potential “co-conspirators” of Epstein.

The emails indicated that subpoenas had been served to six individuals within that group. This involved three from Florida, one from Boston, one from New York City, and one from Connecticut.

Identifying potential co-conspirators in Epstein’s offenses is a crucial priority for his victims and for several lawmakers who are calling for greater transparency from the justice department.

Earlier releases of Epstein-related documents revealed information that echoed across the Atlantic.

Peter Mandelson was dismissed as the UK’s envoy to the US after details surfaced about his association with the convicted pedophile and that he had told Epstein “I regard you highly”, the day before Epstein started serving time for soliciting prostitution from a minor in June 2008.

Lord Mandelson expressed in a letter to staff that he “deeply regrets” the situation surrounding his exit from the UK embassy in Washington DC. He remarked that serving as ambassador had been “the privilege of my life” and he feels “utterly dreadful” about his past association with Epstein and the suffering of his victims.

In October, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor lost his royal title and was asked to vacate his Windsor residence, Royal Lodge, amidst intense examination of his connections to Epstein.

In the recent release of documents on Tuesday, a 2001 email sent by an individual referred to as “A” from “Balmoral” to Epstein’s confidante and associate Ghislaine Maxwell – who received a 20-year prison sentence in 2022 for trafficking minors and other crimes – inquired, “Have you found me some new inappropriate friends?”

The BBC has reached out to Andrew’s representatives for a comment. He has consistently denied any misconduct, asserting that he did not “observe, witness or suspect any behavior that contributed to his [Epstein’s] arrest and conviction”.

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Being Santa Claus is a year-round vocation.
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Being Santa Claus is a year-round vocation.

by admin December 24, 2025
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More than a holiday job

Honestly, the most intriguing aspect of the study isn’t the three core types it outlines but the intimate portraits it offers of those who elect to work as professional Santas. A handful may earn six figures, yet the majority do not—and some even lose money performing as Santa—still they continue out of pure passion. Many professional Santas treat the role as integral to their lives rather than merely a seasonal position; they often shape their identities around it, regardless of whether they match the classic Kris Kringle stereotype. “My feeling is, if you’re Santa all the time, you have to live as Santa and give up whoever you are,” one participant said. “I’m just striving to be a better person.”

Some keep red and green in their wardrobes year-round or preserve a full white beard. One performer trained himself so that “Ho, ho, ho!” became his natural laugh; another transformed his home into “Santa’s house,” filling it with Christmas trees and Santa statuettes.

At times the work is performed as a role: a gay professional Santa, for example, intentionally conceals his sexual orientation while in character and appears publicly with a Mrs. Claus. Conversely, a female Santa who uses the name Lynx (many pros adopt stage names) and also serves as a church leader describes the position as a spiritual vocation: “I can connect with people and remind them they’re loved,” she said. (She also binds her chest when costumed because, in her words, “Santa doesn’t have them double-Ds.”)

Perhaps that sense of mission helps nontraditional Santas like Lynx endure occasional rejection. One Black Santa recounted losing a big-box-store gig once the interviewer learned his race and said the store didn’t hire Black or Hispanic Santas. “That hurt my heart so much,” he recalled. A Santa with a disability who uses a scooter in parades said other professionals criticized him for it—but he kept going.

And while Bad Santa (2003) may be an entertaining holiday film, real-life “bad Santas” — those seen smoking, drinking, swearing, or acting inappropriately — are frowned upon within the community. “You’re never off,” one subject observed. “You lose a little bit of your identity because you can’t let your hair down and be yourself. You don’t know who’s watching you.”

“You’re Santa Claus 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 52 weeks a year,” another Santa remarked. “If you act out, you risk shattering the magic.”

DOI: Academy of Management Journal, 2025. 10.5465/amj.2023.1161  (About DOIs).

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SPEED Act clears the House despite amendments that jeopardize clean power projects
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SPEED Act clears the House despite amendments that jeopardize clean power projects

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Levin and Davis both cited a July memo from the Department of the Interior that requires elevated sign-off from Interior Secretary Doug Burgum for every wind and solar project on federal land.

“The administration isn’t even returning project developers’ phone calls. They aren’t responding to submitted applications,” Davis said. “That kind of approach stands in sharp contrast with the ‘white glove, concierge service’—and that’s a quote from the Trump administration—the assistance they’re providing to fossil fuel companies to access our public lands.”

Opponents of the SPEED Act also reject the notion that NEPA reviews are a leading cause of permitting slowdowns, pointing out that analyses from the Congressional Research Service and other organizations have found little evidence to support those claims.

“What’s often missing in discussions about NEPA is the empirical research that exists, and there’s a lot of it,” said Jarryd Page, a staff attorney at the Environmental Law Institute, in a September interview with Inside Climate News.

Page said that research highlights limited resources as a major bottleneck — for example, too few staff to carry out environmental reviews or personnel who lack sufficient experience and technical expertise.

The debate over NEPA and permitting reform will now move to the Senate, where analysts expect the SPEED Act to be further revised.

“I expect that as the bill moves forward in the Senate, we’ll likely see a neutral, across-the-board approach to ensure the process is fair to all technology types,” Xan Fishman, an energy policy expert at the Bipartisan Policy Center, told ICN after Thursday’s vote.

Fishman emphasized it will be important to prevent permits from being abruptly revoked for political reasons and said he was hopeful about how the Senate would refine the SPEED Act.

“It’s encouraging to see Congress so engaged on permitting reform,” he said. “Both sides of the aisle recognize the need to do better.”

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Zelensky advances towards demilitarized areas in newest peace proposal for Ukraine
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Zelensky advances towards demilitarized areas in newest peace proposal for Ukraine

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Getty Images President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy gives a speech during a ceremonial event on the Day of Diplomatic Service Workers at the Hennadii Udovenko Diplomatic Academy of Ukraine of the Ukrainian Foreign Ministry in Kyiv, Ukraine, on December 22, 2025Getty Images

Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine has outlined an updated peace proposal that includes the possibility of withdrawing Ukrainian forces from the eastern region and establishing a demilitarized zone in their stead.

While detailing the 20-point plan that US and Ukrainian representatives settled on in Florida over the weekend, Zelensky stated that Russia would provide a response on Wednesday following discussions with the Americans.

He characterized the plan as “the primary framework for concluding the conflict,” indicating it suggests security assurances from the US, NATO, and European nations for a coordinated military response should Russia re-invade Ukraine.

When addressing the significant issue of Ukraine’s eastern Donbas region, Zelensky pointed to a “free economic zone” as a feasible alternative.

He informed reporters that given Ukraine’s opposition to withdrawal, US negotiators aimed to create a demilitarized zone or a free economic zone. Any region vacated by Ukrainian forces would need to be monitored by Ukraine, he emphasized.

“There are two alternatives,” Zelensky remarked, “either the conflict continues, or we must reach a conclusion regarding all potential economic zones.”

The 20-point plan is perceived as a revised version of the original 28-point document earlier reached by US envoy Steve Witkoff and the Russians weeks ago, which was viewed as heavily aiming to meet the Kremlin’s demands.

The Russians have maintained that Ukraine must retreat from nearly a quarter of its territory in the eastern Donetsk region in exchange for a peace agreement. The remainder is already under Russian control.

Sensitive matters, including territorial disputes, would need to be handled “at the leadership level,” though the updated draft would offer Ukraine strong security guarantees along with a military capacity of 800,000, Zelensky clarified.

Map of eastern Ukraine

A considerable portion of the revamped plan reflects the outcomes of recent discussions in Berlin involving US negotiators Witkoff and Jared Kushner alongside Ukrainian and European leaders. The dialogue shifted to Miami last weekend, where President Donald Trump’s team engaged separately with Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev and then with Ukrainian and European representatives.

There seems to be enhanced elaboration on the territorial concerns, though it is evident that the Ukrainian side struggled to achieve consensus with the Americans.

Zelensky clarified that if Ukraine was willing to withdraw its heavy forces between five, ten, or forty kilometers in the 25% of Donetsk it controls to establish an economic zone, effectively demilitarizing it, then Russia would be obliged to do likewise “in accordance with the same distances.”

Currently, Russian troops are positioned about 40km (25 miles) east of Ukraine’s “fortress belt” cities of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk, having seized the town of Siversk.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is not expected to be favorably inclined toward the compromises proposed for Donetsk. Earlier this month, he stated that Russia would acquire control over the entire eastern region of Ukraine by force if Ukrainian forces did not withdraw.

However, Trump is advocating for a resolution to terminate nearly four years of extensive conflict, and the Ukrainian president believes Russia cannot afford to turn down the US proposal.

“They cannot inform President Trump that they are opposed to a peaceful resolution,” Zelensky stated to the press. “If they attempt to obstruct everything, then President Trump must heavily arm us while imposing all conceivable sanctions against them.”

Zelensky insisted that if a free economic zone were established in Donetsk, it must operate under Ukrainian management and law enforcement – “definitely not under the so-called Russian policing.” The present front line would then delineate the boundary of the economic zone, with international forces present along the contact line to prevent any Russian infiltration.

Russia has thus far dismissed a European proposal to oversee any peace agreement through a Coalition of the Willing as a “shameless threat.”

A referendum would be necessary to decide on the overall peace plan, Zelensky mentioned, and only such a referendum could determine the possibility of a free economic zone in Donbas.

He stressed that an economic zone should also be established around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant currently held by Russian forces, and that they must withdraw from four additional Ukrainian regions – Dnipropetrovsk, Mykolaiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv.

The existing US proposal for the nuclear facility suggests a joint operation between Ukraine, the US, and Russia, but Kyiv objects to that, according to Zelensky.

The core aspects of the plan reaffirm Ukraine’s sovereignty and recommend a non-aggression agreement between Russia and its neighbor, along with a monitoring framework.

In addition to robust security guarantees akin to NATO’s Article Five, which mandates member countries to assist an ally under attack, Ukraine is to be permitted a maximum military capacity of 800,000 during peacetime.

Negotiations are ongoing regarding a US arrangement to receive compensation in exchange for security assurances, so Zelensky indicated that this is not yet a part of the document.

There is no clause preventing Ukraine from joining NATO, which was included in the original 28-point plan and which Russia has consistently requested.

Moreover, the latest proposal indicates that Ukraine will join the European Union with a specified accession date. Currently, it is a candidate, but several other candidate nations are perceived as being ahead in line, such as Albania.

Plans for establishing a Ukraine investment fund of approximately $200 billion (£150 billion) involving both the US and Europe are also in place.

Among additional points is a stipulation for Ukraine to conduct elections as soon as possible after the agreement is signed. Both Russia and the US have advocated for a vote, despite Ukraine being under martial law due to the full-scale invasion.

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The Pluribus finale revealed that there’s much more to the narrative.
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The Pluribus finale revealed that there’s much more to the narrative.

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Vince Gilligan’s unique interpretation of a post-apocalyptic world necessitated extensive groundwork.

Vince Gilligan’s unique interpretation of a post-apocalyptic world necessitated extensive groundwork.

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It’s fortunate that we already know a second season of Pluribus is in the pipeline. The season finale for the series — a sci-fi series on Apple TV, directed by Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan — indicated that the story is only just beginning. The episode wove together several essential threads and, more critically, introduced potentially explosive (literally) new avenues for future developments.

Spoiler alert for the first season of Pluribus.

To start, a quick reminder of how we arrived at this point. The triggering event of Pluribus was the release of a virus with unknown, yet extraterrestrial, origins, transforming nearly the entire human population of Earth into an interconnected hive mind. The hive is peaceful, to the extent that they won’t even harm a bug or pick an apple from a tree, and they are negatively affected by adverse emotions. A small group of individuals, around a dozen, were not influenced by the virus. Notably, this group includes an American woman named Carol (Rhea Seehorn) and a Paraguayan man named Manousos (Carlos-Manuel Vesga). For most of the season, the two have been physically apart but united in their staunch opposition to the hive’s existence while seeking a way to “save” the world by restoring it to its former state.

The finale features these two finally reuniting — but things have shifted for Carol. In the second-to-last episode, her feelings towards the hive began to mellow, primarily due to her developing relationship with her guardian Zosia (Karolina Wydra). By the time the finale commences, they are a full-fledged couple. This marks a stark contrast to the earlier parts of the series, when Carol was so adversarial to the hive that they left her and the city of Albuquerque for safety reasons.

However, Carol’s evolved perception of the hive, especially regarding Zosia, means that things unfold differently from what Manousos anticipated. Instead of encountering a like-minded ally to assist him in “saving the world,” he meets a version of Carol who is hesitant to engage with him. The situation mirrors Pluribus’s second episode, where Carol fails to persuade the other survivors to collaborate on restoring the world. Yet this time, the roles are reversed. Considering that both Carol and Manousos are quite obstinate individuals and are relying on Google Translate for communication, their meeting is anything but seamless. After their initial conversation, Manousos quietly remarks, “well this is going just great.”

By the episode’s conclusion, however, the two appear to be mostly aligned in their views. Carol comes to realize that, despite her budding romance with Zosia, the hive is still making efforts to integrate her (the episode starts with one of the other survivors becoming part of the hive through a new process). This all culminates in Carol receiving a significant package that turns out to be an atom bomb. I suppose she wasn’t kidding earlier in the season.

The first season of Pluribus has been a journey. While there are many post-apocalyptic series, there’s truly nothing quite like this peculiar, hive-mind-infected version of Earth. Throughout nine episodes, we witness Carol grappling emotionally with her new reality while also taking that time to understand the hive’s mechanisms. This, in turn, assists us, the audience, in grasping what is happening. All narratives necessitate scene-setting, but Pluribus’ distinct characteristics demand considerably more.

Nevertheless, the revelation of the atom bomb at the end implies that the narrative will take a different direction in season 2. I don’t envision Pluribus transforming into a fast-paced production suddenly; its deliberate pace is part of its charm and permits an in-depth exploration of the intricate details of the setting. However, many of the unresolved plotlines and questions necessitate more action than merely uncovering additional information about the hive. Manousos might have devised a means to extract individuals from the hive using radio signals; the hive is in the process of constructing a “giant antenna” that could be used to possibly establish contact with whoever or whatever unleashed the virus; the remaining survivors must determine their willingness to join; the hive needs to resolve their imminent food scarcity; and, not to mention, that bomb that Carol might or might not have a strategy for.

I can’t ascertain how many seasons the Pluribus saga can feasibly span, but it’s evident it required at least two, simply because there’s so much to establish. It’s akin to Apple TV’s other wonderfully peculiar sci-fi series, Severance, a show that had a similarly distinctive premise and consistently tied everything together by the conclusion of its second season. Now we’ll have to wait and see if Pluribus can achieve the same.

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Trump stumbles, a counterfeit clip and 10 potential accomplices - Insights from the latest Epstein documents
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Trump stumbles, a counterfeit clip and 10 potential accomplices – Insights from the latest Epstein documents

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On Tuesday, the US Department of Justice unveiled its most recent – and most extensive – collection of Jeffrey Epstein documents.

The over 11,000 documents continue a flow of disclosure that commenced on Friday, the cutoff date stipulated by a new statute that necessitates the department to publicly disclose all of its investigative material regarding the late paedophile and financier.

Numerous documents made public on Tuesday are redacted, with names and information obscured, including the names of individuals whom the FBI seems to identify as potential co-conspirators in the Epstein case.

The justice department is encountering backlash from legislators across the political spectrum concerning the volume of redactions, which the law explicitly mentions can only be applied to safeguard the identities of victims or ongoing criminal probes.

President Donald Trump’s name surfaced more prominently in these newly released documents compared to prior disclosures. Many were derived from media articles referencing him, but one significant email from a federal prosecutor suggested Trump flew on Epstein’s aircraft.

The justice department stated that some documents “include false and sensational claims” regarding Trump.

Being referenced in the Epstein documents does not imply guilt. BBC has solicited comments from individuals cited in our report.

Correspondence between ‘A’ and Ghislaine Maxwell regarding ‘girls’

Among the thousands of pages in this latest release, a 2001 email dispatched by a person designated as “A” is particularly noteworthy.

The communication, addressed to Epstein’s associate and confidant Ghislaine Maxwell, indicates that “A” is at “Balmoral Summer Camp for the Royal Family”.

“A” subsequently inquires of Maxwell, who received a 20-year sentence in 2022 for sex trafficking minors and other charges: “Have you recruited some new unsavory companions?”

In another message sent later the same day, Maxwell responds: “I regret to disappoint [sic] you, but the truth must be conveyed. I have only been able to locate suitable acquaintances.”

The “A” email was dispatched from the address [email protected], with the sender’s name appearing as “The Invisible Man”.

An image from an earlier Epstein file release displayed a different, yet similarly structured email – [email protected] – recorded in Epstein’s phone book under a contact named “Duke of York”.

Another communication in the new files between Maxwell and “The Invisible Man” discusses a journey to Peru.

In October, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor lost his Duke of York title following scrutiny of his associations with Epstein.

He has consistently denied any misconduct, asserting he did not “observe, witness, or suspect any behavior that later resulted in his [Epstein’s] arrest and conviction”.

The BBC has reached out to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s team for a reaction.

FBI email identifies 10 purported co-conspirators of Epstein

US Department of Justice An undated photo released by the US justice department shows Jeffrey Epstein and his co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell seated close together outside a wooden home, appearing to be a cabin of some kind in a wooded area.US Department of Justice

Included in the documents released are emails seemingly exchanged among FBI personnel in 2019 that reference 10 alleged “co-conspirators” of Epstein.

The emails indicated six of the 10 co-conspirators had received subpoenas. This encompassed three in Florida, one in Boston, one in New York City, and one in Connecticut.

Four subpoenas were pending when the emails were sent, including one directed at a “wealthy businessman in Ohio”.

Another email addressed to FBI New York provides an update regarding the co-conspirators. This instance seems to reference multiple names. Most remain redacted in the file.

Two names were left unredacted – (Ghislaine) Maxwell and Wexner.

One email states, “I am unaware of Ohio contacting Wexner”.

The email presumably pertains to former Victoria’s Secret CEO Les Wexner, who had a prominent friendship with Epstein. In 2019, Wexner expressed his “embarrassment” regarding his associations with the financier.

Wexner’s legal representatives informed BBC News that “the assistant U.S. attorney leading the Epstein investigation stated at the time that Mr. Wexner was neither a co-conspirator nor a target”.

“Mr. Wexner fully cooperated by supplying background information on Epstein and was never contacted again,” they indicated.

Identifying potential co-conspirators in Epstein’s offenses is a crucial focus for his victims, as well as for multiple lawmakers who have demanded increased transparency from the DOJ.

“There are potentially 10 co-conspirators that we were entirely unaware of that the DOJ had been investigating,” Democrat Congressman Suhas Subramanyam remarked to BBC News on Tuesday.

Subramanyam, a member of the House Oversight Committee, expressed concern over the extent of the redactions that shield the identities of attorneys and individuals not classified as victims. Legislators from both parties stated they are exploring legal avenues to compel greater transparency.

The law enacted by Congress and endorsed by President Trump specifies that names and information that could be embarrassing or detrimental to reputation are prohibited from redaction, and specifically requests the justice department for internal communications and memos that detail who was investigated and the determinations made regarding “to charge, not charge, investigate, or decline to investigate Epstein or his associates”.

Justice Department claims Epstein letter to Larry Nassar is fraudulent

Getty Images Larry Nassar from the shoulders up, wearing square framed glasses with wire rims and orange jumpsuit, looks off to his leftGetty Images

A letter featured in the released collection garnered significant online attention. However, the justice department has labeled it as fake.

The handwritten correspondence and envelope initially seemed to depict Epstein writing to Larry Nassar, the former USA Gymnastics doctor currently serving decades in prison for sexually abusing young female athletes.

“As you are probably aware, I have chosen the ‘short route’ home. Best wishes!” the fraudulent letter claims. “We shared one connection…our affection & concern for young women and the aspiration they achieve their utmost potential.”

The writer concludes with, “Life is unjust, Yours, J. Epstein.”

The letter was marked undeliverable and returned to a Manhattan facility where Epstein was held prior to his demise.

The FBI was notified regarding the returned correspondence and requested an evaluation of it. That request was also part of the released document collection.

On Tuesday, the justice department dismissed the letter as a fake, citing multiple irregularities in the note and its envelope.

“The handwriting does not seem to correspond with Jeffrey Epstein’s,” remarked the justice department on X.

“The return address did not specify the facility where Epstein was held and lacked his inmate number, which is mandatory for outgoing correspondence,” they added.

Officials noted the envelope had a postmark from northern Virginia – highlighting that Epstein was in custody in New York. Additionally, it was postmarked on 13 August 2019, three days following Epstein’s death.

Even before the justice department proclaimed it as fake, the documents prompted immediate inquiries.

The sender was identified as “J. Epstein” at “Manhattan Correctional” – but the correct designation for the now-closed jail was “Metropolitan Correctional Center”.

The documents made public on Tuesday also reveal the FBI’s analysis request.

A request from the FBI laboratory indicated that in August 2019, a sender identified as “J. Epstein” at “Manhattan Correctional” attempted to send a letter to “Larry Nassar at 9300 S. Wilmot Road, Tucson, Arizona, 85756”, the address of a federal correctional institution.

Nassar is presently incarcerated in Pennsylvania, according to the Bureau of Prisons.

Trump’s journeys on Epstein’s private aircraft

Getty Images A younger unsmiling Trump on the left in a suit with red tie, next to Melania in low-cut black dress with spaghetti straps, who has her eyes closed and is leaning her head toward Jeffrey Epstein, who looks out at the camera wearing a polo shirt and blazer and has his arm around the waist of Ghislaine Maxwell, who looks toward the group and is wearing a short denim halter top with beaded fringeGetty Images

Trump’s name features more prominently in these documents compared to other sets released by the justice department.

Significantly, in a January 2020 email, a federal prosecutor in New York noted that newly obtained flight logs “indicate that Donald Trump traveled on Epstein’s private jet much more frequently than had previously been disclosed (or that we were aware of)”.

The recipient of the email was redacted.

Trump was recorded as a passenger on “at least eight flights between 1993 and 1996”, with Ghislaine Maxwell aboard at least four of those flights, according to the prosecutor. Trump was also “noted as traveling with, among others and on different occasions, Marla Maples, his daughter Tiffany, and his son Eric”.

Trump was previously wed to Marla Maples, mother of Tiffany, from 1993 to 1999.

The prosecutor also mentioned that “on a flight in 1993, he and Epstein are the sole two passengers listed; on another, the only three passengers are Epstein, Trump, and then-20-year-old”, with the third passenger’s name concealed.

“For two other flights, two of the passengers, respectively, were women who might serve as witnesses in a Maxwell prosecution.”

The timing of these flights corresponds with years in which federal authorities were scrutinizing Maxwell’s conduct and journeys as part of their criminal case against her. Ultimately, she was convicted of colluding with Epstein to recruit and sexually prey upon minors.

However, throughout the documents released on Tuesday, numerous mentions of Trump’s name appear merely in news articles citing him, his campaigns, and other related events.

Trump has continually denied any illegal activity related to Epstein.

In a statement accompanying Tuesday’s release, the Department of Justice stated that the new files “hold false and exaggerated allegations directed at President Trump that were presented to the FBI just prior to the 2020 election”.

“To clarify: the accusations are baseless and untrue, and had they possessed even a sliver of credibility, they would have undoubtedly been utilized against President Trump by now,” the justice department asserted.

Included fake video of Epstein

Among the more bizarre elements in Tuesday’s document release was a fake video depicting an Epstein-like figure in a prison cell, raising concerns over how it ended up in the department’s official files.

Additional documents indicated that an individual from Florida had emailed federal investigators in March 2021 a link to the video, inquiring if it was authentic; it is not.

BBC Verify employed a reverse image search to discover that a version of the video was uploaded to YouTube in October 2020. The user who shared it claimed the clip was made using 3D graphics.

According to a 2023 report from the Bureau of Prisons, no video recording from within Epstein’s cell on the day of his death exists.

The inclusion of the fake video in this release highlights the inquiries that federal agencies have been receiving from the public, many of whom, influenced by conspiracy theories or longstanding suspicions, seek clarity regarding Epstein’s life and passing.

Shayan Sardarizadeh contributed to this report.

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Trump administration prevents ex-EU official and researchers combating disinformation and hate from entering US
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The five individuals who were sanctioned included Thierry Breton and Imran Ahmed, who had a dispute with Elon Musk.

The five individuals who were sanctioned included Thierry Breton and Imran Ahmed, who had a dispute with Elon Musk.

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On Tuesday, the Trump Administration enacted a promised retaliation aimed at foreigners involved in content moderation. The State Department declared sanctions prohibiting US access for former EU commissioner Thierry Breton, alongside four researchers, while also issuing a deliberately intimidating warning to others, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserting, “The State Department stands prepared to expand today’s roster if other foreign entities do not change their behavior.”

One of the researchers identified by the State Department as banned and now subject to deportation is Imran Ahmed, who leads the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH), an organization focused on identifying and countering hate speech online that Elon Musk attempted and failed to suppress with a lawsuit that was dismissed in early 2024. In his ruling, Judge Charles Breyer stated that X’s motivation for the lawsuit was to “penalize CCDH for its publications that criticized X Corp. — and possibly to deter others.”

Breton is regarded as “a key architect of the Digital Services Act” by US Under Secretary of State Sarah Rogers, who specifically mentioned a letter he sent to Elon Musk prior to a livestreamed event with Donald Trump, indicating X’s legal responsibilities under the DSA concerning illegal content and misinformation.

The other researchers include Anna-Lena von Hodenberg and Josephine Ballon, heads of HateAid, a nonprofit that attempted to sue X in 2023 for “not removing illegal antisemitic content,” along with Clare Melford, who leads the Global Disinformation Index, which works on “repairing the systems that allow for disinformation.”

The press release announcing the sanctions is entitled “Announcement of Actions to Combat the Global Censorship-Industrial Complex,” which was cited by Republicans like House Judiciary Committee leader Jim Jordan, as they have fought against efforts to implement fact-checking and misinformation research on social media platforms. Earlier this month, Reuters reported that the State Department instructed US consulates to consider denying H-1B visa applicants involved in content moderation, and just days ago, the Office of the US Trade Representative threatened action against European tech companies like Spotify and SAP over allegedly “biased” actions in regulating US tech platforms.

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Email from 'A' at 'Balmoral' requested Ghislaine Maxwell for 'disreputable acquaintances', Epstein documents reveal
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Email from ‘A’ at ‘Balmoral’ requested Ghislaine Maxwell for ‘disreputable acquaintances’, Epstein documents reveal

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An email originating from an individual identified as “A”, who claims to be at Balmoral and requesting Ghislaine Maxwell for “unacceptable acquaintances”, is part of the recent batch of Epstein documents released on Tuesday.

The correspondence, sent to Maxwell on 16 August 2001, starts with: “I am currently at Balmoral Summer Camp for the Royal Family.” Later, the sender inquires: “How’s LA? Have you discovered some new unacceptable acquaintances for me?” before concluding with “see you A xxx”.

Balmoral Castle serves as a royal residence.

The emails do not suggest any illegal activities. The BBC has reached out to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s representatives for their feedback. The ex-prince has consistently denied any misconduct.

He has also previously stated he did not “see, witness or suspect any actions of the kind that eventually led to his [Epstein’s] arrest and sentencing”.

The message was dispatched from the email “[email protected]” with the subject “The Invisible Man” and is among the over 11,000 records published on Tuesday.

In a reply sent to this address on the same date, Maxwell stated: “I apologize for disappointing you, but the truth must be shared. I have only been able to locate suitable acquaintances.”

US Department of Justice A screenshot of the email, which reads: From: To: “Ghislaine Maxwell (E-mail)” Subject: Summer Camp Sent: Thu, 16 Aug 2001 11:09:45+0100 I am up here at Balmoral Summer Camp for the Royal Family. Activities take place all day and I am totally exhausted at the end of each day. The Girls are completely shattered and I will have to give them an early night today as it is getting tiring splitting them up all the time! How’s LA? Have you found me some new inappropriate friends? Let me know when you are coming over as I am free from 25th August until 2nd Sept and want to go somewhere hot and sunny with some fun people before having to put my nose firmly to the grindstone for the Fall. Any ideas gratefully received! See ya A xxx” class=”sc-5340b511-0 hLdNfA”>US Department of Justice

Another email address – [email protected] – is recorded in Epstein’s contact list under a name labeled “Duke of York”, as shown in a previously released image.

An additional correspondence between Maxwell and “The Invisible Man” also published on Tuesday reveals the alias linked to both email addresses.

The exchanges, dated February 2002, talk about a visit to Peru.

Maxwell initially sent an email to “The Invisible Man” at [email protected] detailing plans for a trip to the South American nation inquiring “What do you think [?]”.

The forwarded email originates from an address named “Juanesteban Ganoza” and proposes possible activities including a light lunch and horseback riding.

It also inquires: “Regarding the girls… how old is he? I doubt he will find someone here, but we may give it a shot.”

A response from “The Invisible Man” is sent to Maxwell via the alternate address “[email protected]” containing remarks such as: “Concerning food, I am very accommodating and will adapt to whatever he organizes […] As for the girls, I will entrust that entirely to you and Juan Estoban!”

The sender signs off as “Masses of love A xxx”.

In a subsequent exchange, in March 2002, Maxwell forwards an email to [email protected], which commences: “Thought you would like to see what I sent.”

The email seems to reiterate a note sent to another individual starting: “I just provided Andrew your telephone number [sic].

“Some sightseeing, some two-legged sightseeing (interpreted as intelligent, pretty, fun, and from good families) will ensure he is very pleased.”

US Department of Justice Graphic showing an email header and body, with the header showing the email was from “The Invisible Man” (aace@dial.pipex.com) to “G. Max” (gmax1@mindspring.com) with the subject “RE:” 
and sent on 3 March 2002. It reads: US Department of Justice

In October, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor forfeited his titles as prince and Duke of York after facing scrutiny over his connections with Epstein.

The US Department of Justice has been disclosing documents, called the Epstein files, pertinent to two criminal probes involving the convicted sex offender during his lifetime.

Congress enacted a law requiring the full disclosure of these files by 19 December.

Not all files have been made public yet.

Andrew has appeared in earlier documents. Being mentioned in photos or documents does not, in itself, imply wrongdoing.

Included in the newly revealed documents is an official request from the US Department of Justice (DOJ) dating back to April 2020 seeking cooperation from British authorities “to interview H.R.H Prince Andrew Albert Christian Edward” concerning two criminal investigations.

One of these pertained to Epstein.

Concerning the Epstein probe, the DOJ’s note states “the investigation so far indicates that Prince Andrew might have been a witness to and/or participant in certain incidents of interest to the ongoing inquiry”.

The document emphasized that Andrew was not a “target” of the investigation and that no evidence had been collected indicating he had committed any crimes under US law.

Enclosed within the document is a list detailing the areas US authorities aimed to address during an interview – it covered names and identifying characteristics of any females Prince Andrew encountered via Epstein and/or Maxwell, alongside the history of his association with both.

US President Donald Trump has also been mentioned in the documents from this latest release, including a reference in a 2020 email from an assistant US attorney suggesting he had flown on Epstein’s private jet “many more times than previously reported (or that we were aware of)”.

In 2024, Trump wrote: “I was never on Epstein’s Plane”. He has denied any illegal conduct regarding Epstein.

The DOJ has also indicated that some files disclosed on Tuesday “contain false and sensational claims” against Trump.

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China has just conducted its second reusable launch attempt in three weeks
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China has just conducted its second reusable launch attempt in three weeks

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For the second time this month, a Chinese reusable rocket reached low-Earth orbit on its maiden flight Monday, overcoming the long odds that typically accompany new launch vehicle debuts.

The inaugural Long March 12A, similar in height and diameter to SpaceX’s Falcon 9 workhorse, launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center at 9:00 pm EST Monday (02:00 UTC Tuesday).

Under ten minutes later, the methane-fueled first-stage booster plummeted through the atmosphere at supersonic speed, striking a remote area roughly 200 miles downrange from the Jiuquan spaceport in northwest China. The booster did not perform a braking burn to slow for touchdown at the prepared site near the edge of the Gobi Desert.

The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), the state-owned enterprise that leads the country’s space sector, said the Long March 12A’s upper stage behaved as expected, reaching the mission’s “predetermined orbit.”

“The first stage failed to be successfully recovered,” the corporation said in a statement. “The specific reasons are currently under further analysis and investigation.”

A fleet of reusable rockets

This outcome mirrors the results of the maiden flight of another medium-class Chinese vehicle, the Zhuque-3, on December 2. Built by the private startup LandSpace and comparable in size and performance to the Long March 12A, the Zhuque-3 also reached orbit on its first launch, but its recoverable booster crashed during a downrange landing attempt. The Zhuque-3’s first stage came down next to its landing zone, while the Long March 12A appears to have missed by at least a few miles.

“Although this mission did not achieve the planned recovery of the rocket’s first stage, it gathered vital engineering data under actual flight conditions, laying an important foundation for subsequent launches and dependable stage recoveries,” CASC said. “The research and development team will promptly carry out a comprehensive review and technical analysis of this test, fully investigate the cause of the failure, continuously refine the recovery plan, and continue progressing verification of reusable technologies.”

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Leaked Avengers: Doomsday teaser is out now
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Leaked Avengers: Doomsday teaser is out now

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Though Downey Jr. takes on a new part, Marvel is essentially reuniting its ensembles here. The story unfolds 14 months after the events of this year’s Thunderbolts*. That brings back Avengers staples like Thor (Chris Hemsworth), the current Captain America (Anthony Mackie), Bucky Barnes (Sebastian Stan), Ant-Man (Paul Rudd), Falcon (Danny Ramirez), and Loki (Tom Hiddleston). On the Wakandan side there’s Shuri as the new Black Panther (Letitia Wright), M’Baku (Winston Duke), and Namor (Tenoch Huerta Mejia).

Of course the Thunderbolts* (aka New Avengers) show up: John Walker/US Agent (Wyatt Russell), Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), Bob/Sentry (Lewis Pullman), Red Guardian (David Harbour), and Ghost (Hannah John-Kamen). The Fantastic Four are on hand as well: Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby), Ben Grimm (Ebon Moss-Bachrach), and Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn). The original X-Men also return: Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart), Beast (Kelsey Grammer), Magneto (Ian McKellen), Mystique (Rebecca Romijn), Nightcrawler (Alan Cumming), and Cyclops (James Marsden).

Marvel also adds Gambit (Channing Tatum) and Xu Shang-Chi (Simu Liu) for good measure. Expect numerous cameos, including a recently revealed Steve Rogers appearance. We can likely spot (at least briefly) Peggy Carter, Spider-Man (Tom Holland), Hawkeye (Jeremy Renner), and Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch), among others.

Avengers: Doomsday opens in theaters on December 18, 2026. Avengers: Secret Wars is scheduled for release on December 17, 2027, and will mark the conclusion of the MCU’s Phase Six.

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