5 Key Findings From the Pentagon Report on China’s Military
The Pentagon has provided Congress with an annual assessment of China’s military expansion since 2000.
5 Million Christmas Lights Illuminate 19th Century Ohio Grist Mill
Clifton Mill’s tribute to Christmas is Anthony Satariano Jr.’s way of keeping his parents’ legacies alive.
Russia Reports Slow but Steady Progress in Ukraine Peace Talks, Accuses Europe of Undermining Effort
Moscow said U.S.-led negotiations are inching forward and accused European allies of undermining the effort, as Ukraine said key disputes remain unresolved.
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How ‘Minnesota Nice,’ Progressive Policies, Paved Way for Somali Fraud
It’s not just the money, says a prosecutor and native Minnesotan. Others agree the ripple effects of massive fraud run deep and are just beginning to manifest.
Nvidia Strikes Tech-and-Talent Deal With AI Startup Groq to Run AI at Scale
Chip giant Nvidia will license Groq’s AI technology and hire founder Jonathan Ross and key engineers in a deal short of a full acquisition.
How Overdiagnosis Turns Healthy People Into Patients | Alan Cassels
Many doctors, Cassels says, know little about the adverse effects of the many drugs they prescribe to their patients.
What Is the Diversity Visa Lottery That Trump Suspended?
The visa lottery allowed over 50,000 people from underrepresented countries to immigrate to the United States every year, with no merit-based requirements.
White House Christmas Through the Ages: How Presidential Holiday Traditions Evolved
Snowballs, gingerbread houses, and NORAD are key aspects of the White House holiday story.
Chinese Christians Face a Hard Christmas
Daughter of jailed Chinese church leader, pastors share sorrow and resilience amid Beijing’s ongoing suppression of faith.
Newsom Declares Emergency as Floods, Mudslides Threaten California on Christmas Day
Atmospheric rivers have drenched Southern California, prompting rescues, evacuations, and warnings, and disrupting holiday travel.
DOGE Says 14 Contracts Worth $190 Million Canceled
The task force has estimated total savings of more than $214 billion, an amount it says equates to roughly $1,329 per taxpayer.
Influence Yourself With 3 Psychology Strategies Marketers Use to Make Your Habits Stick
The same psychology that allows others to influence us can be turned inward—to guide our own behavior for good.
DHS Arrests Over 17,500 Criminal Illegal Immigrants Under Laken Riley Act
Laken Riley was murdered by a Venezuelan illegal immigrant in 2024.
Ohio Man Spreads Christmas Cheer With Holiday-Themed Artwork Covering Hundreds of Miles
Some of Timothy Pearson’s latest artwork includes a 500-mile nativity scene and a 300-mile Grinch created with his plane’s flight path.
A Surprise Best-Selling Record
The album “Chant” sparked a revival of the Benedictine monk musical tradition.
‘The Heart of Bennet Hollow’: A Cleaner ‘Pride and Prejudice’?
Jane Austen’s iconic story gets a gentle makeover in Joanne Bischoff-Dewitt’s newest novel.
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Presbyopia: Common Vision Condition in People Over 40—Here Are the Causes
Presbyopia affects nearly everyone as they age, not just people with existing vision issues.
A Majestic ‘Adoration of the Magi’
One of the most magnificent renderings of this story is by Gentile da Fabriano, whose altarpiece is a marvel of technique and composition.
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Mr. Li Hongzhi
State Department Recalls 29 Ambassadors
All of the ambassadors were appointed under President Joe Biden.
US Department of State Issues Travel Advisory Against 2 Middle Eastern Countries
Americans in Yemen have been targeted by Houthi terrorists ‘just because they are U.S. citizens,’ the department warned.
Federal Judge Strikes Down California’s Policies Hiding Gender Switches From Parents
The permanent injunction includes language that bars any employee in California’s education system from ’misleading the parent.’
Bringing Christmas Cheer to Americans in Disaster Recovery Zones
From toy drives to a visit from Santa, holiday cheer still reaches those struggling after a catastrophe.
Federal Judge Bars Trump Revocation of Attorney’s Security Clearance
The ruling marks another setback on Trump’s efforts to revoke security clearances of officials involved in the Biden laptop coverup, Steele Dossier, and more.
2025: The Year in Photos
A look at some of the most significant events of 2025, captured by a photographer’s lens.
Here’s What Stores Are Open, and Which Ones Are Closed, on Christmas
It’s wise to double-check operating hours, which can differ depending on their location.
Christmas Day Sports: A Look at the Premier Holiday Matchups
This year’s major events include five NBA games and three NFL games, with games spanning more than 12 hours.
NORAD Celebrates 70 Years of Tracking Santa Claus and Spreading Holiday Cheer
This year, for the first time, children can reach Santa on Christmas Eve by making calls directly through NORAD’s website.
Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Raw Oysters Infects 64 People Across 22 States: CDC
Pennsylvania reported the highest number of infections, followed by New York.
How Foot Massage Can Help Reduce Pain and Alleviate Symptoms
In traditional Chinese medicine, the feet reflect the whole body, serving as more than just a foundation for movement.
Long-Life Humans: What Was Their Secret? | Anthony Chaffee MD
Pro-carnivore-diet doctor points to history’s examples of humans who lived longer and ate mainly meat.
Microplastics Found in Human Bones May Accelerate Aging and Weaken Skeleton
As the incidence of fractures is projected to rise by 32 percent by 2050, scientists warn microplastics may be the culprit.
Chocolate and Almond Butter Brownies Are a Delicious Surprise
Chocolate and almond butter create a unique flavor for brownies.
Replace Dangerous Rotting Deck Stairs
Building entirely new stairs, especially if some of the lumber already appears to be rotten, is a wise decision.
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.
