Head of Russia’s Nuclear Defense Forces Killed by Scooter Bomb in Moscow
Earlier this week Ukraine’s security services charged Igor Kirillov with the use of banned chemical weapons.

‘Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella’ Thrills Young Audiences
The timeless fairy tale is brought to life in Marriott Theatre’s end-of-year production of ‘Cinderella.’

The Surprising Odyssey of ‘The Christmas Song’
A hot summer day helps create an enduring Christmas classic.

This Italian Chef Bakes 20 Different Kinds of Cookies Every Christmas. She Revealed Her Secrets for Success
“Ciao Italia” host Mary Ann Esposito shares essential tips and three family favorites from her recipe box.
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Suspect in Wisconsin School Shooting Identified
The attacker killed a teacher and a student and injured four other students, authorities said.
Biden Admin Overhauls Major US Visa Program
Homeland Security officials said the H-1B visa program needed modernizing.
Scott Bessent and the ‘Three Arrows’ Growth Strategy: What You Need to Know
Trump’s treasury secretary nominee lays out his 3-3-3 growth plan.
Government Spending Decreased Americans’ Purchasing Power: Reports
The ‘entire narrative about inflation being caused by supply chains was just wrong,’ says one economist.
EU Investigates TikTok Over Election Interference Allegations in Romania
The EU’s announcement was made after Romania threw out presidential election results, alleging Russian interference.
Chinese National Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Laundering $62 Million for Mexican Cartels
‘Chinese money brokers based in Mexico have come to dominate international money laundering markets,’ U.S. prosecutors said.
TikTok Asks Supreme Court to Halt Divestment Law
Last week, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit rejected a similar request.
FBI Warns Public Not to Shoot at Drones in New Jersey
The bureau also warned people not to shine lasers at what they believe are drones.
European Union Approves $11 Billion Satellite Network to Rival Musk’s Starlink
The system will ensure Europe retains connectivity ‘even in a hostile environment,’ an EU official said.
Pentagon Confirms North Korean Troops in Combat in Kursk
Ukraine’s military spy agency said that North Korean units fighting for Russia in the Kursk region suffered losses of at least 30 soldiers killed or wounded.
US Government Says Drones are ‘Lawful’ Aircraft, Stars
‘We have not identified anything anomalous and do not assess the activity to date to present a national security or public safety risk,’ the agencies said.
How Trump’s Influence Could Reshape the Russia–Ukraine Conflict
From including China in peace talks to arming Ukraine for a prolonged cease-fire negotiation, Trump is poised to reshape the geopolitical landscape.
Senate Democrats Propose Constitutional Amendment to Abolish Electoral College
Republicans Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and Trump have defended the Electoral College as empowering smaller states.
2 Iranian Men Arrested in Connection to Deadly Drone Attack on US Personnel in Jordan
Both men have been charged with conspiring to export sophisticated electronic components from the United States to Iran in violation of U.S. sanction laws.
Connolly Wins Top Democrat Post on House Oversight Committee
The entire House Democrat conference must now confirm Connolly as the committee’s ranking member.
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Israel, Hamas May Be Approaching Cease-Fire Deal
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COVID-19 Vaccine Makers and Providers Granted Immunity Through 2029
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Reverse Searing Is a Foolproof Way to Cook Perfect Beef Tenderloin
The simple, two-step technique guarantees a perfectly cooked interior and richly browned crust.
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Franklin Says NCAA Transfer Rules Need Reform After Contributor Enters Portal
Penn State’s Franklin on CFP playoffs, transfer portal overlap: ‘We’ve got problems in college football’

Franklin Says NCAA Transfer Rules Need Reform After Contributor Enters Portal
Penn State’s Franklin on CFP playoffs, transfer portal overlap: ‘We’ve got problems in college football’

Rethinking White Rice: A Balanced Approach to Blood Sugar and Diabetes Management
According to traditional Chinese medicine, eating white rice offers three key benefits for stabilizing blood sugar.

Rethinking White Rice: A Balanced Approach to Blood Sugar and Diabetes Management
According to traditional Chinese medicine, eating white rice offers three key benefits for stabilizing blood sugar.

The Mysterious Tunguska Explosion of 1908
In this installment of “Forgotten History Matters,” we learn about a powerful explosion in Siberia that offers new avenues of research for scientists.

‘The Earrings of Madame de ...': A Dance of Appearances
French director Max Ophuls tells the story of how a pair of earrings impacts people as it passes from hand to hand.

‘The Fire Inside’: Inspiring True Story About Olympic Boxing
A heartwarming true tale of a woman breaking the bonds of poverty via discipline, abstinence, focus, refusal to quit, and commitment to her God-given talents.
Paddle the Loxahatchee River, One of Two National Wild and Scenic Rivers in Florida
In 1985, this outstanding Florida river earned its status as a National Wild and Scenic River.
Winter Family Fun Off the Slopes
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The first of our 12 days of travel trends for 2025.
Paddle the Loxahatchee River, One of Two National Wild and Scenic Rivers in Florida
In 1985, this outstanding Florida river earned its status as a National Wild and Scenic River.

Miracles of Healing During the Civil War
In this installment of ‘Forgotten History Matters,’ we learn about a mysterious ‘angel glow’ that healed wounded soldiers during the Battle of Shiloh.

Edward Flanagan: Founder of Boys Town
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a young parish priest who helped homeless boys in Omaha, Nebraska and built a town of his own to do so.

Joseph Pulitzer, a British Editor, and the First Crossword Puzzle
In ‘This Week in History,’ a struggling newspaper became the nation’s largest and gave the world its first crossword puzzle.
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