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The Uplift: A weather wonder

A 22-year-old forecasting the weather out of his bedroom is praised for helping people during natural disasters – and gets a big surprise from David Begnaud. And Santa comes early to two U.S. cities to bring Christmas magic to children in need. Plus, more uplifting news.
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Suspect shot, killed after driving truck into Texas mall in incident that left at least 5 injured: police
At least five people were injured, and the suspect killed, after a man drove his pickup truck through the glass doors of a J.C. Penney at the Killeen Mall in Texas.
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Bones found inside floor of 16th century Dutch building in red light district: report
Footbone’s connected to the floor boards. Cow bones were discovered in the floor of a 16th century building in the red light district of Alkmaar in North Holland. Patches of bones were found to in patches of floor of a 16th century Dutch buildingin what experts consider to be a rare find. The floor, excavated...
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2 Navy pilots shot down over Red Sea in 'friendly fire' incident: Military
Two U.S. Navy pilots ejected safely over the Red Sea after their F/A-18 fighter aircraft was mistakenly shot down in "an apparent case of friendly fire."
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Jalen Brunson carries Knicks through slow start in comeback win over Pelicans
It was a third straight victory for the Knicks (18-10) and required a comeback from as many as 14 down.
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JuJu Watkins and No. 7 USC hold off No. 4 Connecticut to win in a thriller
JuJu Watkins finishes with 25 points as USC holds off a second-half surge by No. 4 UConn to earn its biggest win of the young season in a 72-70 victory.
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London’s Heathrow Airport rocked by Christmas season flight cancellations due to windy weather
Over 100 flights from London’s Heathrow Airport were reportedly canceled this weekend and hundreds delayed because of severe windy weather as the airport prepared for what officials believe will be its busiest Christmas ever.
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2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
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Lara Trump withdraws name from consideration for open Fla. Senate — and teases ‘big announcement’
The announcement comes more than month after the incoming president tapped Rubio as his secretary of state designee, prompting speculation that Lara Trump could fill the vacant seat in the US Senate. 
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Russell Wilson’s turnovers doomed Steelers in crushing loss to rival Ravens
Russell Wilson turned the ball over twice in key spots for Pittsburgh on Saturday's game against the Ravens.
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Nets can’t overcome woeful 3-point shooting in sloppy loss to Jazz
The Nets connected on just 7 of 40 from 3-point range and committed 19 turnovers.
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A star is born: owl descends chimney and perches atop family Christmas tree
What a hoot. A barred owl descended down the chimney of an Arlington, Va. home, and made a perfectly seasonal perch atop a Christmas tree, an amazing photo shows. A barred owl snuck down the chimney of a Virginia home and made a nest on top of the family’s Christmas tree. The pic, which went...
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Islanders provide good reason for optimism with well-rounded win over Maple Leafs
OK, maybe there’s something here. 
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Billy Eichner sells Christmas comedy movie to Amazon about NYC ‘mother-son duo’ visiting Vermont family
The Queens native, 46, is co-writing the upcoming project with celebrated playwright and “Sister Act” screenwriter Paul Rudnick.
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Valeria Gastaldi tiene un regalo muy especial para sus fans mexicanos
Esta es la cantante argentina que ha hecho una nueva versión de ‘Amor eterno’
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"CBS Weekend News" headlines for Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News" with David Wade.
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11-year-old boy brings neighborhood together with his own newspaper
Many kids will be getting tablets or video games this holiday season. But this Boston boy has put down the gadgets and lifted up his entire neighborhood. David Wade reports.
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Chicago elf brings comfort and joy to children in hospitals
The Chicago group Holiday Heroes seeks to bring joy and light to brave children at 18 different hospitals. Noel Brennan has more.
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Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
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Justin Baldoni dropped by his talent agency after Blake Lively’s sexual harassment complaint
As of Saturday, Baldoni is no longer a client of WME. The agency, however, continues to represent his "It Ends with Us" co-star.
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Blake Lively accuses "It Ends with Us" co-star Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment
Hollywood star Blake Lively is accusing her "It Ends With Us" co-star Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment in a new lawsuit. His attorney has denied the allegations.
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Trump takes aim at Canada and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
President-elect Donald Trump this week once again issued several taunts directed at America's largest trading partner, Canada, and Justin Trudeau, its prime minister. Christian Benavides has the latest.
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Rickey Henderson, Oakland Athletics legend and MLB all-time stolen bases leader, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson, one of the greatest players to don an Oakland Athletics jersey, and a Major League Baseball Hall of Famer, has died at age 65. Nicknamed "The Man of Steal," Henderson played 25 seasons and is the league's all-time leader in stolen bases.
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Longtime CBS News soundman Phil Sparks dies at 61
Phil Sparks, a longtime CBS News soundman based in London, has died at the age of 61. He was known for his extraordinary work in countless war zones and assignments for "60 Minutes."
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Shopping and shipping for the holidays are in full swing
The Christmas rush is on as retailers rejoice over what could be record holiday sales. Elise Preston reports.
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Concerning new flu numbers ahead of holiday gatherings
Thirteen states reported "high" or "very high" levels of flu-like illness last week, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's double the number of states from the week before. Ali Bauman reports.
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Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes eases ankle injury concerns, sets personal rushing mark on touchdown run
Patrick Mahomes sustained an ankle sprain in the fourth quarter of a game against the Cleveland Browns last week. He was replaced by backup quarterback Carson Wentz.
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Bipartisan support for stopgap funding bill prevents government shutdown
After days of political theater and threats of financial doomsday, a shutdown has been averted. Erica Brown reports on the spending bill and what the tense negotiations could mean for President-elect Donald Trump's second term.
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Prep basketball roundup: Eastvale Roosevelt wins championship at Tarkanian Classic
The Mustangs prevail over Sherman Oaks Notre Dame, which suffered its first loss, in the championship game in Las Vegas,
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Report highlights prevalence of DEI at Ivy League institutions: 'Dominant ideology'
A new report exposes the extent and prevalence of diversity, equity and inclusion training at the eight Ivy League universities in the U.S.
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Senior celebrates 106th birthday with Fireball Whisky shot: ‘A lot of fun’
Ohio woman celebrates birthday with a shot of – what else? – Fireball.
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Former NASCAR Driver Confirms Full-Time Racing Return In 2025
Kasey Kahne, a former NASCAR star, is making a full-time return to competitive racing in the 2025 High Limit Racing series.
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Giants Predicted To Steal $152 Mets Million Slugger In Free Agency
The San Francisco Giants could pivot to New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso in free agency after missing out on Paul Goldschmidt.
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Pope to skip outdoor Sunday prayer after catching cold days ahead of Christmas Eve, Day Masses
Pope Francis is suffering from a cold and will give the Sunday blessing ahead of a busy week that includes Christmas Eve and Day Masses and the start of the Holy Year.
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Jaguars-Raiders clash carries massive Giants implications
It’s a game that’s particularly big in our part of the world because it has potential massive implications for the Giants. 
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NYPD Internal Affairs Chief Miguel Iglesias forced out in wake of bombshell NYPD sex abuse scandal
The fallout from the explosive allegations is widening.
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Yankees Offseason Outlook After Signing Five-Time Silver Slugger
The New York Yankees have signed Paul Goldschmidt to be their starting first baseman. What does the rest of the offseason look like for them?
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Lakers rally late, then hold off Kings for another win
LeBron James has 32 points as the Lakers get a second win in Sacramento in three days, exorcising past demons of being dominated recently by their rivals to the north.
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NYPD in disarray amid staff changes, probes
The NYPD has been in turmoil with three different commissioners in a year and top officials stepping down and the news of Chief Maddrey’s resignation has sent the agency reeling amid federal and local probes, police sources said.
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México legislará en febrero contra maíz transgénico tras perder panel ante EEUU, plantea Sheinbaum
Un día después de que México perdiera un fallo en una disputa comercial con Estados Unidos para prohibir las importaciones de maíz genéticamente modificado para consumo humano, la presidenta mexicana anunció que el Congreso legislará en febrero para revertir la situación.
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Tyson Fury no logra descifrar a Oleksandr Usyk y cae nuevamente por decisión
El excampeón de pesos pesados, Tyson Fury, no pudo en su combate de revancha ante el ucraniano Oleksandr Usyk y cayó por segunda vez por decisión unánime.
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Aaron Rodgers renews Matthew Stafford rivalry as Jets look to play spoiler
Sunday’s game between the Jets and the Rams is an AFC East team vs. an NFC West team that is going to have a distinct NFC North feel to it. 
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Chandler Smith Secures Full-Time NASCAR Drive After Joe Gibbs Racing Exit
Chandler Smith has joined Front Row Motorsports for the 2025 NASCAR Truck Series.
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Full NFL predictions, picks for entire Week 16 slate
The Post’s Erich Richter makes his picks and predictions for Week 16 of the NFL season.
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‘He was a predator’ NYPD lieutenant recalls horrifying sex demands of top cop Jeffrey Maddrey
An NYPD lieutenant alleged in harrowing detail how the department's hulking top cop preyed on her financial and emotional vulnerabilities to repeatedly sexually demean her in his Police Headquarters office, according to a new complaint.
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Ravens take down Steelers to keep AFC North race open
The Baltimore Ravens punched their ticket to the postseason and kept their hopes for a division title alive with a win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Muere exingeniero de OpenAI que expresó preocupaciones sobre la tecnología que ayudó a desarrollar
Suchir Balaji, un exingeniero de OpenAI que ayudó a entrenar los sistemas de inteligencia artificial detrás de ChatGPT pero que más tarde afirmó creer que esas prácticas violaban la ley de derechos de autor, ha muerto, según sus padres y funcionarios de San Francisco.
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Lara Trump won't pursue Rubio's Florida Senate seat, she says
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, says she's removing herself from consideration for Marco Rubio's Senate seat.
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Giants have been providing nothing but misery
It has been 77 days since the Giants last won.
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