Rob Reiner’s Son Booked for Murder After Director, Wife Found Dead
Nick Reiner is being held on $4 million bail.
FBI Foils Planned Terror Plot Targeting Los Angeles: Bondi
Officials identified the group as the Turtle Island Liberation Front, described as an anti-capitalist and pro-Palestinian group.
California Hires CDC Officials Who Left Trump Administration
Susan Monarez and Dr. Debra Houry have been brought on to help launch a new initiative.
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Real Beards, All Heart: What It Takes to Be a Santa Claus
Professionals can earn up to $500 an hour, but students at this Santa bootcamp say the real reward is still the Christmas spirit of hope and generosity.
US Officials Identify National Guardsmen Killed in ISIS Attack in Syria
Trump pledged ’serious retaliation' against the terrorist group.
EU Expands Scope of Sanctions Policy Against Belarus to Include Hybrid Activities
The Council of the European Union said the decision followed recent meteorological balloon incursions into Lithuania’s airspace.
Former US Army Pacific Chief Reveals What’s Missing in US Taiwan Strategy | Gen. Charles Flynn (Ret.)
The real ‘center of gravity’ of a Chinese invasion will lie in its ability to rapidly assemble, deploy, and transport land forces across the Taiwan Strait.
US Extends ‘Robust’ Security Guarantees to Ukraine as Part of Peace Negotiations
While details are not finalized and required Senate approval, U.S. officials expressed confidence that Russia might accept these new terms.
Kyiv’s Top Negotiator Hails ‘Real Progress’ During 2nd Day of Peace Talks in Berlin
‘We hope we will reach an agreement that will bring us closer to peace by the end of the day,’ negotiator Rustem Umerov said.
Hong Kong Democracy Activist Jimmy Lai Convicted Under National Security Law
Lai is one of the most high-profile figures to be sentenced under Hong Kong’s national security law.
Trump Says He’s Not Sure Whether Republicans Will Retain House During Midterms
Only two presidents in recent decades have seen their party gain House seats in midterm elections.
Britain’s New Spy Chief Warns of ‘Aggressive, Expansionist, And Revisionist’ Russia
Her remarks come as European leaders have issued increasingly blunt warnings about Russia’s intentions beyond Ukraine.
Coconut Water Emerges as Potential Aid for Ulcerative Colitis
Research points to the power of potassium, combined with coconut water’s anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, to improve gut health.
Germany Offers Refuge to Released Belarusian Political Prisoners Babaryka, Kalesnikava
Belarus freed 123 political prisoners following a deal arranged by the United States, which was tied to the lifting of U.S. sanctions.
More Than 4.7 Million Phone Numbers Added to ‘Do Not Call’ Registry in 2025: FTC
There are currently nearly 260 million numbers active in the registry.
The Carol That Paused a War
On a frozen Christmas in 1914, singing soldiers brought peace and goodwill to a battlefield.
Dressing Up Potatoes for the Holidays
This rustic side is often prepared in a large gratin dish, which can be plunked in the center of a table for indulgent family-style serving.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi

How Grief Can Affect Your Lungs
In traditional Chinese medicine, the lungs govern both respiration and emotion, thus they can be injured by excessive grief.

Gingerbread Cookies
Ready, set, decorate! These festive gingerbread cookies are as fun to create as they are delicious to eat.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
2 Dead, 9 Injured in Brown University Shooting; Suspect at Large
The university said a shelter-in-place order remains in effect.

2 US Army Soldiers, Civilian Interpreter Killed by ISIS Terrorist in Syria
‘This was an ISIS attack on us and Syria,’ Trump said. ‘We will retaliate.’
Watchdog Finds 9 Large US Banks Actively Engaged in Debanking
Banks targeted industries based on media reports and other reputational standards, the report revealed.
Mexico Agrees to Fulfill US Water Treaty Commitments
A study estimated that only 48 percent of the water directly consumed in the area as a result of human activities is replenished by renewable sources.

Trump Condemns Shootings at Brown University, Sydney, and ISIS Attack in Syria
‘I just want to pay my respects to everybody,’ the president said.

South Korean Probe Says Yoon Plotted Martial Law to Eliminate Rivals
Independent prosecutors say the former leader sought to manufacture a security crisis and dismantle democratic checks.

Roomba Maker IRobot Files for Bankruptcy, to Be Acquired by Lender Picea
Robot vacuum maker’s bankruptcy follows slumping sales and a failed Amazon takeover.

Review Finds Scant Evidence of Benefit for Medical Cannabis
‘Patients deserve honest conversations about what the science does and doesn’t tell us about medical cannabis,’ an author said.

The Health Risks of a Low-Salt Diet and How to Use Salt the Right Way
Understanding what salt actually does in the body can help you make smarter choices about how much you need.

Some Coffee Compounds May Be Problematic—Here’s What You Can Do
From toxins to pesticide residues, we examine what’s really in your coffee and whether you should be concerned.

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.

The End of the Lunch Bowl Era
Rather than bowls, lunchgoers are choosing offerings with more texture, like sandwiches and tacos.

Install a Ceiling Medallion
You can paint a medallion before or after installing it to make it look like a natural part of the architectural details of the room.

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.

Gifts Globetrotters Really Want From Santa
Here are gifts I'd love really love to get in my stocking or under the tree.






















































































