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Reactions to the death of baseball’s stolen base king Rickey Henderson:___“A legend on and off the field, Rickey was a devoted son, dad, friend, grandfather, brother, uncle, and a truly humble soul. Rickey lived his life with integrity, and his love for baseball was paramount.

Reactions to the death of baseball’s stolen base king Rickey Henderson

The holidays are typically a time for celebration and mirth, but for many people, they're also incredibly stressful. And if your level of anxiety is rising this December, you're not alone.Nearly half, 41% of U.S. adults say their stress increases this time of year, according to the American Psychological Association.

3 ways to lower stress this holiday season: ‘Sometimes less celebration means more joy,' happiness expert says

“Marley was dead: to begin with. There is no doubt whatever about that,” is our introduction to Jacob Marley, whose ghost helps former business partner Ebenezer Scrooge find redemption in the enduring holiday classic, “A Christmas Carol.”Charles Dickens’ 1843 tale is a steadfast presence throughout Christmas, along with Christmas trees, gifts, and endless TV specials.

Jacob Marley isn't dead as a doornail. 'Wicked'-style stories redeem Christmas Carol icon

Bluesky has quickly built a sizable user base, but it has also found a long list of problems. Macy Sinreich / NBC News; Getty ImagesGovernment censorship, scam accounts, celebrity impersonation, propaganda and a user revolt over a journalist accused of demonizing trans people — these are just some of the hurdles faced by the nascent social media platform Bluesky.

Bluesky's growing pains

He thinks I’m a party pooper. I’m exhausted by all the cooking and cleaning.DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend and I recently bought our first house together.It has an outdoor kitchen and other features he really likes. I like it too, but there have been some issues already in the first month or two.

Dear Abby: I’m fed up with my boyfriend showing off our house to strangers

A single bidder with the username Halfelven has snapped up dozens of similar Ford vehicles on Cars and Bids and Bring a TrailerA single bidder has spent close to $5 million over the past few years on two very particular vehicle models on car auction websites.The bidder, whose handle is Halfelven, has won close to 50 Ford Broncos and F-150 Lightnings, plus other cars.

Why Has A Mystery Buyer Spent $5 Million On Ford Broncos And F-150 Lightnings On BaT And Cars&Bids?

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greece’s coast guard said Saturday it was searching for survivors or victims of a speedboat capsizing a day earlier involving migrants off the eastern Greek island of Rhodes.The capsizing, the result of the boat’s maneuvering to evade a patrol vessel according to authorities, left eight confirmed dead.

Greek authorities say boat capsizing victims and survivors were from Afghanistan. 2 Turks arrested

Dec. 21 (UPI) -- Singer-songwriter SZA has released the deluxe edition of her 2022 album, SOS.Subtitled Lana, the record dropped Friday."Lmao closed my eyes for two seconds for the first time in 36 hours and missed the damn drop ! SOS DELUXE ( Lana ) OUT NOW ON ALL PLATFORMS !!"

SZA releases deluxe edition of 'SOS'

A Houthi missile strike has injured more than a dozen people in Tel Aviv, Israel.The Israeli military said attempts to shoot down a projectile launched from Yemen had been unsuccessful and it landed in a public park early on Saturday.A Houthi military spokesman said the group hit a military target using a hypersonic ballistic missile.

Houthi missile strike injures more than a dozen in Tel Aviv

A severe bird flu case in Louisiana underscores the virus's threat to public health and livestock safety. Staying informed can help you protect yourself and your community.The recent outbreak in Louisiana raises alarms about the potential for the bird flu virus to spread beyond its initial confines. Experts warn that an uptick in infections could lead to mutations, ultimately resulting in more dangerous variants. Understanding these developments is vital for both individuals and agricultural sectors alike.

Louisiana's Bird Flu Outbreak: Stay Informed and Protect Your Health

House Democrats Jim McGovern and Rosa DeLauro accused Republican colleagues of bending to Elon Musk's demands in sinking a bipartisan funding bill.Congress passed a stopgap funding bill instead on Saturday, but discarded a provision to screen and regulate U.S. investments in China.The scrapped provision "would have made it easier to keep cutting-edge AI and quantum computing tech — as well as jobs — in America," McGovern wrote on X.

House Democrats say GOP caved to Musk in funding bill, protecting his China interests

On Dec. 22, 2018, the U.S. government began a record 35-day partial shutdown after the Senate was unable to agree on a funding bill.Dec. 22 (UPI) -- On this date in history:In 1785, the American Continental Navy fleet was organized, consisting of two frigates, two brigs and three schooners.

On This Day: U.S. begins longest government shutdown

Matilda WelinMatilda Welin sets herself the task of creating an affordable, environmental and long-lasting Christmas jumper, choosing recycled materials over fast fashion.Christmas jumpers are fun. But they are also ugly, bulky and unpractical. Who thought synthetic knitwear was the best option when mingling in a sweaty crowd next to live candles?

I created a Christmas jumper I can wear every season

Kevin Underwood, 45, scolded his executioners after they chose to kill him with a lethal injection at Oklahoma State Penitentiary on Thursday, which was his birthdayA death row killer who almost ‘decapitated’ a ten year old girl and fantazised about eating her flesh slammed authorities before his execution.

Kevin Underwood’s vile five-word outburst before execution after plotting to eat little girl's flesh

Plus, advice on how to ride out any potential price hikes.Sharp tariff proposals could cause prices of apparel, toys, furniture, household appliances, footwear and travel goods to spike “significantly” next year, according to the National Retail Federation.Last week, President-elect Donald Trump announced that he’ll impose a 25% tariff on all goods from Mexico and Canada and an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods — starting on the first day of his presidency. Steep across-the-board tariffs on imports

What Items Should You Buy Before Trump's Tariffs Kick In?

‘Bro’s car is gonna smell like Italian food for months.’A Buc-ee’s enthusiast decides to try a snack from his favorite gas station. Unfortunately for him, opening it in his car backfires spectacularly.In a video with 1.8 million views, TikTok user Chris Koerner (@texassnax), who launched a company called Texas Snax inspired by his love of Buc-ee’s, samples Buc-ee’s Pickled Garlic in the car.

‘It’s my first time ever’: Man buys snack from Buc-ee’s. Unfortunately for him, he then opens it in the car

You don't have to be a pro to get pro results(Image credit: Future)In the last year, I’ve taken up a new, rewarding hobby with astrophotography. Today’s best phones make it easier than ever before to get breathtaking shots of the night sky, which is why I want to share my favorite shots from each of the flagship phones I’ve tested throughout the year.These include the iPhone 16 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, and OnePlus 12 — many of which top Tom’s Guide’s best camera

I tried astrophotography on the iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Pixel 9 Pro XL — here's the phone that won me over

One proud mama.Wendy Williams got emotional as she attended her son’s college graduation on Thursday in a rare outing as she battles early-onset dementia.Wearing a sparkly dress and Chanel shoes, the former daytime TV host, 60, accessorized with a Louis Vuitton bag as she rode a red electric wheelchair in and out of the commencement event.

Wendy Williams cries at son’s college graduation, rides scooter in rare public appearance as she battles dementia

Kevin Underwood, 45, who admitted to have 'cannibalistic fantasies', did not hold back with his last meal request, which included both chicken-fried steak and a cheeseburgerA death row killer who murdered a ten-year-old girl and plotted to eat her flesh ordered a gigantic banquet before his execution.

Death row killer who murdered girl, 10, in sick cannibal fantasy orders huge banquet before execution

The heartwarming moment a dog owner realized the true reason her pet was sleeping on her pillow has captured hearts.Winnie, a 4-year-old Australian Cattle Dog, was caught on camera resting peacefully on owner April Butler's bed.Butler, who lives in Queensland, Australia, shared the video with fellow dog owners as she realized why her pup enjoyed sleeping on her pillow.

Woman Will 'Never Recover' After Discovering Why Dog Sleeps on Her Pillow

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The suspect drove his truck 'several hundred yards' into the mall before being fatally shot by policeAuthorities provide update after car careens into Texas mallTexas Department of Public Safety Sgt. Bryan Washko said that five people are injured and the suspect killed after he drove his car into the Killeen Mall in Texas on Saturday.

Suspect shot, killed after driving truck into Texas mall in incident that left at least 5 injured: police

WASHINGTON (AP) — Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, said Saturday that she’s removing herself from consideration to be a Florida senator — ending speculation that she could replace Republican Sen. Marco Rubio, who has been tapped to be the incoming administration’s secretary of state.

Lara Trump says she’s removing herself from consideration to be Florida senator

Democrats remain in a funk more than a month after gut-punch losses to President-elect Donald Trump and his Republican allies, a leaderless party heading toward Inauguration Day and soon without control of the White House and both chambers on Capitol Hill."We have no idea what's going to happen next," Donna Brazile, a longtime Democratic political strategist and former interim party chairwoman, told USA TODAY.

'We are not defeated': 5 takeaways on what's ahead for Democrats in 2025 as Trump returns

Marcia Clark's new book on forgotten 1950s 'Bloody Babs' trial shows media attention has long focused on high-profile trialsOJ Simpson prosecutor discusses forgotten 'Bloody Babs' murder caseThe former LA prosecutor who took on OJ Simpson, Marcia Clark, discusses her new book and how evolving media coverage continues to impact high-profile trials, from newspapers in the 1950s to social media and Daniel Penny's trial earlier this month.

O.J. Simpson prosecutor Marcia Clark dissects evolving media's impact on trials and true crime

Justin Baldoni, the actor and director behind the hit summer romantic drama It Ends with Us, has been dropped by his agency following a lawsuit filed against him by co-star Blake Lively.The move followed swiftly after news broke of the lawsuit on December 21st. Lively is suing Baldoni for sexual harassment that allegedly took place on the set of the film and for retaliation against her in the press.

Justin Baldoni dropped by agency following Blake Lively’s sexual harassment claim

Niche perfumes are no longer a niche business, accounting for more than a tenth of the fragrance marketThey don't advertise and they are largely unknown to the general public but niche perfumes are able to command prices of hundreds of dollars from men and women seeking to stand out.

Sweet smell of success for niche perfumes

Antwain Williams, 19, was charged with aggravated robbery with a deadly weapon and evading arrestFox News Flash top headlines for December 21Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.A Lyft driver was brutally attacked while giving a ride in Texas, saying a rider slashed his throat, attempted to choke him and stole his car.

Texas Lyft driver says rider slashed his throat, attempted to choke him, stole his car

For more on Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia, watch CNN’s “Inside Politics with Manu Raju” at 8 a.m. ET and 11 a.m. ET.Washington CNN —As Joe Manchin prepares to leave Congress after nearly 15 years, the West Virginia senator — who left the Democratic Party and registered as an independent earlier this year — is further distancing himself from his former party, calling the Democratic brand “toxic.”

Joe Manchin torches Democrats on the way out the door

Photo: The Global Guy | ShutterstockDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is planning on opening a cigar bar lounge in McNamara Terminal, provoking pushback from anti-smoking groups concerned about the health impact such a facility would have on other passengers.Detroit Airport wants to open new cigar lounge

Controversial? Detroit Metro Airport Planning To Open Cigar Lounge

Maintaining pristine white laundry can be a challenge, but there’s a natural solution hiding in your kitchen that outperforms harsh chemicals. Lemon juice, a common culinary ingredient, proves to be an exceptional whitening agent for clothes and linens. This eco-friendly alternative not only brightens fabrics effectively but also preserves their quality, making it a superior choice to traditional bleach.

Forget bleach for laundry, this kitchen product is much more effective.

If you’re in the mood for a good read and don’t know where to find the perfect book, just look at USA TODAY’s Best-seller list, which has a little something for everyone.Every Wednesday, USA TODAY publishes the top 150 books using sales data from the previous Monday through Sunday.