Good morning! I'm your host on BTW Daily News. It’s Saturday, December 21, 2025. Let’s jump into today’s top stories.First up, one week after the tragic bondi beach shooting, thousands gathered in Sydney to honor the victims. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was booed by some in the crowd, while Premier Chris Minns applauded the community. Australian officials have announced a comprehensive review of beach safety measures.Moving on to entertainment, long‑time Saturday Night Live star Bowen Yang has said goodbye to the show. In a heartfelt farewell, he was joined onstage by Ariana Grande and Cher, who cheered him as he stepped off the Scandal Street set—quite the send‑off.In the world of political intrigue, the latest burst of Epstein files was released to the public, though many documents remain heavily redacted. Among the few photographs that survived was a private pool shot featuring former President Bill Clinton with Ghislaine Maxwell. Analysts suggest the partial release could dent former President Trump’s legacy.Now for college football fans: Oregon’s Dante Moore racked up 16 touchdowns to lead the Ducks to a 51‑34 win over James Madison in the first round of the College Football Playoff. The victory moves No. 5 Oregon up the rankings and fuels playoff hopes.On the international front, the United States seized a second oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela. Homeland Security officials said the vessel was intercepted near Puerto Cabello, heightening tensions in the region.Back to the NFL, the Philadelphia Eagles clinched the NFC East title for a second straight year. With Jalen Hurts and the defense pulling off a decisive win over Washington, the city erupted in celebration.In business headlines, Elon Musk’s net worth topped $700 billion after a federal court decision restored Tesla’s CEO compensation package. The ruling not only boosted Musk’s personal wealth but also sent shockwaves through Wall Street.Over in Taiwan, police reported a knife attack at the Taipei metro station. The attacker acted alone, and fortunately, no fatalities were reported. Security measures have been heightened across the island as authorities investigate.Meanwhile, San Francisco faced a major power outage that left about 130,000 PG&E customers without electricity. The interruption affected public transit and daily commutes, prompting city officials to work quickly to restore power.That’s all for now on BTW Daily News. Thank you for listening, stay informed, stay safe, and have a wonderful day.
