Pelicans given technical after ploy to have ballboy stall time vs. Knicks
The Pelicans’ ballboy was caught up in an act of trickery that resulted in a technical foul.
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Trump threatens to demand ownership of Panama Canal ‘in full’
“The Panama Canal opened for business 110 years ago, and was built at HUGE cost to the United States in lives and treasure,” Trump claimed.
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‘Nutcracker’ Is a Casualty of a ‘Quarantine’ of Russian Culture in Lithuania
Lithuania’s national opera house had stopped showing Tchaikovsky’s 1892 masterpiece in solidarity with Ukraine over the war with Russia. Then a new minister expressed fondness for the Russian composer, igniting a furor.
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Niger Buckles Under Relentless Jihadist Fire
In the West African nation of Niger, killings by insurgents have surged since the military seized power in a coup, expelled U.S. and European troops and stopped negotiations with Islamist groups.
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Today's 'Wordle' #1,282 Answers, Hints and Clues for Sunday, December 22
Newsweek has some hints and tips to help you solve Sunday's Wordle puzzle.
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'Connections' December 22: Hints and Answers for Game #560
Newsweek has gathered tips and answers for today's New York Times Connections game.
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12/21: CBS Weekend News
At least 5 dead, 200 injured in German Christmas market car attack; Chicago elf brings comfort and joy to children in hospitals
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In the Philippines, Typhoons Are Making the Christmas Season Less Merry
The Southeast Asian nation’s monthslong festive period is more frequently being marked by climate devastation.
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Body found in same Austin lake where 6 other deceased individuals were found in 2024
A body was found in a Texas lake, the same site where other deceased individuals have been discovered in recent months, authorities said.
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Dorian Finney-Smith a late scratch as Nets’ injuries mount
The Nets have added a new injury to their extended list of unavailable players.
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Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
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College Football Playoff: Ohio State Routs Tennessee, Will Face Oregon
The Buckeyes dominated from start to finish to earn their first College Football Playoff win since 2020.
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Jeff Bezos to marry fiancée Lauren Sanchez in lavish $600M Aspen wedding next weekend: report
Bezos, 60, and his fiancé, 54, have remained mum on their wedding plans and have not yet publicly confirmed their wedding date.
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Back at home, Jordan Poole has a heroic start that does not last
The Wizards guard had 16 first-quarter points but then went cold in a 112-101 loss at Milwaukee, which won without Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard.
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Who killed JonBenét Ramsey? Her dad believes DNA could reveal killer
A look back at how "48 Hours" covered the 1996 Christmastime murder of JonBenét Ramsey in 2002, and what her father John Ramsey says about the unsolved Colorado case nearly 28 years later.
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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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Anthony Duclair’s return helps Islanders click with healthy forward group
Eight weeks later, the biggest piece still missing from the Islanders’ puzzle finally clicked back into place.
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Relentless JuJu Watkins helps USC find revenge on UConn in top-ten thriller
JuJu Watkins didn’t smile like some of her other teammates throughout warm-ups Saturday. It seemed like she was in her own little world.
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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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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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Nolte: 15,000 Media & Entertainment Jobs Lost in 2024
The year keeps getting better, with the news that 15,000 people (who hate us) lost their media and entertainment jobs in 2024. The post Nolte: 15,000 Media & Entertainment Jobs Lost in 2024 appeared first on Breitbart.
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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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