Trump Says US Has Seized Oil Tanker Off Coast of Venezuela
The move is a new development in the administration’s pressure campaign against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro over drug trafficking.
Fed Cuts Interest Rates in Divided Vote
Policymakers cut rates by a quarter point, citing a slowing job market. Three officials dissented on differing grounds.
Trump Says CNN Should Be Sold in Warner Bros. Merger Deal
A bidding war is underway between Netflix and Paramount Skydance for CNN’s parent company.
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CDC Advisers Turn Focus to Aluminum in Vaccines
Aluminum salts is used as an adjuvant in many shots.
BP, Chevron Top List of Oil Companies to Win New Drilling Leases in Gulf of America
The federal offshore oil and gas lease sale netted nearly $300 million in top bids.
House Passes $901 Billion Compromise Defense Policy Bill
The bill will now go before the Senate for consideration.
Former CDC Director Calls for Removal of mRNA Vaccines for COVID-19 | Dr. Robert Redfield
Redfield is a clinical virologist and led the CDC from 2018 to 2021. He’s the author of ‘Redfield’s Warning.’
Trump Admin Opens Applications for $1 Million Immigration Gold Card
The Trump Gold Card will allow foreign nationals to receive expedited permanent residency status in the United States if they donate $1 million to the country.
Bipartisan Lawmakers Seek Compromise on Obamacare Enhanced Subsidies
With the Senate poised for votes on a pair of competing health care proposals, some House members are pushing a bill that seeks middle ground.
US Stands With Japan After China Targeted Japanese Aircraft With Radar
A State Department spokesperson criticized China’s latest military maneuvers, saying they are ‘not conducive to regional peace and stability.’
Venezuela’s Machado Defies Travel Ban, Arrives in Oslo Hours After Nobel Peace Ceremony
Machado, the Venezuelan opposition figure and former presidential candidate, has not appeared in public for 11 months.
US Plans to Ask Tourists for 5 Years of Social Media History
Similar social media checks have been used since the Obama administration.
Stanford Study Pinpoints Cause of Vaccine-Linked Myocarditis and a Possible Fix
New research uncovers the immune reactions behind rare heart inflammation cases following COVID-19 mRNA vaccination.
Federal Government Buys Fleet of Planes for Deportation
The six Boeing 737 commercial passenger aircraft will be used to remove foreign deportees from the country. ICE currently uses charter aircraft.
Supreme Court Seems Divided on Role of IQ in Weighing Death Sentences
The justices reviewed whether an appeals court had erred in the way it analyzed potential intellectual disability by a convicted murderer.
‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’: The Trilogy Concludes
Johnson and Craig fulfill their mission duties with one of the best franchises ever made.
Books of Christmas: Poems and Stories to Make the Holidays Special
Good reads offer a way to slow down when the whirlwind of decorating, gifting, and gathering begins to take their toll.
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Top Foods and Supplements to Ease Constipation
Recently published research highlights the foods and supplements that actually help ease constipation.
Backstage: Stories Behind Beloved Christmas Songs
Carols born of grief, wartime, teenage talent, and completely unrelated events have become the soundtrack to the holidays.
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Mr. Li Hongzhi
AT&T Customers Have 10 Days Left to Claim $7,500 From Settlement: 4 Things to Know
The deadline to submit a claim is Dec. 18, 2025.
Supreme Court Vacates Ruling That Upheld New York School Vaccine Mandate
The justices directed the appeals court to reconsider its ruling in light of Mahmoud v. Taylor, a Supreme Court ruling in June.
Alina Habba Resigns as Acting US Attorney for New Jersey
The decision was confirmed by Habba and Attorney General Pam Bondi on Dec. 8.
DHS Arrests New Jersey Twins Over Threats Against Immigration Officers
The threats were allegedly aimed at Homeland Security Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin and called for violence against ICE agents, officials said.
Missouri Voters Gather 300,000 Signatures to Oppose Republican Redistricting Plan
Republican officials in the state have tried to thwart the effort, which seeks a referendum to block the new congressional map.
1 in 4 Teens Turning to AI Chatbots for Mental Health Support, UK Study Finds
Study authors said online resources for mental health and support are being disproportionately accessed by those not receiving in-person professional help.
Amazon Doubles Same-Day Fresh Grocery Delivery to 2,300 US Locations
The company said its perishable grocery sales are 30 times higher than in January, as more customers now rely on its same-day delivery option.
Buccaneers to Find Reprieve With Mike Evans’s Return
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have struggled of late with star wide receiver Mike Evans off the field, but that could soon change.
Former ‘Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ Star Jennifer Shah Granted Early Prison Release
Shah served 33 months of a 6.5 year sentence for her role in a nationwide fraud telemarketing scheme.
Trump Admin Approves 6 States to Restrict Food Stamps
Officials approved waivers from Hawaii, Missouri, North Dakota, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.
Breathe Better: Simple Natural Ways to Strengthen Your Lungs and Boost Immunity
Strengthening lung qi can uplift your energy, sharpen immunity, and calm respiratory irritation. These easy TCM techniques make lung care an everyday practice.
Which Tea Truly Calms You? Discover the Best Brews for Stress and Sleep
Gender and time of life guide when and for what purposes to take certain teas for the greatest health benefits.
Data From 155 Studies Help Pick the Best ADHD Treatment
A review of 115 high-quality studies of 15 drug and nondrug interventions sums up the findings in one simple table.
Stracciatella Soup (Italian Egg Drop Soup)
A pot of flavorful broth, a quick whisk of eggs and cheese, and ten minutes on the stove—that’s all it takes to make stracciatella.
From Therapy, to a Job and Future: A Breakthrough for One Young Autistic Aussie
‘That’s very reassuring for me as a parent, knowing that he’s not just thrown in the deep end and has to learn how to swim,’ said Linda Soussa.
