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Global temperatures rose and extreme weather ramped up, but there were also some significant breakthroughs for the climate this year. Here are seven quiet wins that may have gone under your radar in 2024.It's been another tough year for the climate and nature. From the 1.5C threshold set to be breached for a full year for the first time, to the disappointment of vulnerable nations at this year's UN climate summit, it can feel like the challenge is overwhelming.

Seven quiet breakthroughs for climate and nature in 2024 you might have missed

CNN —   Two Russian tankers carrying thousands of tons of fuel were badly damaged in stormy weather near the Black Sea over the weekend, leading to an oil spill, according to Russian state media.  The Volgoneft 212 and Volgoneft 239 vessels were in the Kerch Strait between mainland Russia and annexed Crimea when they got into peril on Sunday, with winds in the area reaching up to 45 mph (70 kph).  Video circulating on unofficial Ukrainian and Russian Telegram channels appeared to show one large ship snapped

Badly damaged Russian tankers carrying thousands of tons of fuel spill oil near Black Sea

WASHINGTON - President-elect Donald Trump told reporters on Monday that he doesn’t know if Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will choose his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, to fill Sen. Marco Rubio’s seat after Rubio was tapped to serve as secretary of state.“I don't know.

Donald Trump says he doesn't know if DeSantis will pick Lara Trump to replace Rubio

It seems Diddy has eyes in the industry while locked up in prison.Is someone after Jamie Foxx? Just a week after his Netflix special dropped, the actor was seemingly targeted while he was out in California, and some say that someone could be Sean “Diddy” Combs.

‘P. Diddy goons’: Jamie Foxx’s night out ends in hospital horror, stitches after brutal incident

Dec. 15 (UPI) -- Supporters of the suspect who allegedly gunned down the UnitedHealthcare CEO have raised more than $115,000 for his legal fees as of Sunday.The account on the crowdfunding site GiveSendGo for Luigi Mangione, 26, accused of killing UHC CEO Brian Thompson, 50, is just one of a handful of spontaneous legal defense fund sites for Mangione that have popped up, As of Sunday evening, people had donated more than $115,000.

Crowdsource defense fund raises $115,000 for suspected UHC CEO killer.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith's knee looks like it's "structurally" OK after a low hit and awkward landing in Sunday night's loss to the Green Bay Packers.

Seahawks: QB Geno Smith’s knee looks OK after hit

CNN —Tre Sisco wanted a teaching job with a good work-life balance after graduating from Missouri Southern State University in 2023.During his job hunt, he learned Missouri’s Independence School District was moving to a nontraditional, four-day school week — a change that would give staff and students Mondays off.

More rural school districts are moving to a four-day week to attract and retain teachers

Anyone could identify as symbiosexual across age, gender and ethnic groups according to sexuality researcher Sally W. Johnston.Self Improved

Symbiosexuality: A New Dimension in Identity

While many detergents come with a cap to help you measure or instructions that advise you on how much to use, experts say these guidelines often have you using more than necessary to keep your clothes clean. “I encourage people to use less detergent than the recommended amount on the product,” says Alex Varela, General Manager of Dallas Maids, a house cleaning service in Dallas, Texas.

How much laundry detergent should you use?

Jelly Roll is revealing his newest goal on his inspiring health journey.A month after sharing that he was "down, like, 120" pounds on "The Pat McAfee Show," the "I Am Not Okay" singer announced that he has his sights set on showcasing his body transformation on a magazine cover -- and set a timeline of when he wants it to happen.

Jelly Roll reveals 'new goal' on weight loss journey after dropping 120 pounds

CNN —Syria’s new regime, led by a group with former ties to al Qaeda, is on a mission to gain international legitimacy – and it’s already seeing some success.Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, an internationally sanctioned former jihadist, has been meeting foreign dignitaries since his group Hayat Tahrir al Sham (HTS) ousted ex-President Bashar al Assad’s regime last week.

Facing terror designations and sanctions, Syria’s new rulers push for international legitimacy

This year was one filled with cosmic displays that defied expectations and filled us here on Earth with a sense of wonder and awe.Every year, anything from dazzling meteor showers to bright, full moons reliably give stargazers plenty of reasons to regularly look up at the cosmos.

4 events that dazzled skygazers in 2024, from total solar eclipse to northern lights

Debate over all matters related to the CFP have the attention of the game's leadersChange is inevitable for the College Football Playoff, but just how drastic those tweaks could be after just one year in a new, 12-team format is uncertain.Conference commissioners are developing campaigns for changes as soon as the 2025 season, but others have asked for patience, including the CFP's outgoing selection committee chairman.

Change certainly coming to College Football Playoff, but how much and when? 'Too soon to say it's broken'

"Whatever the future holds this is the ending of the show we have been making for the past 7 years," Reilly wrote on Instagram Sunday.Dec. 16 (UPI) -- Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser -- who played married ranchers Beth Dutton and Rip Wheeler on Yellowstone -- are speaking out about Sunday's Season 5 finale and the possible future of the franchise.

Kelly Reilly, Cole Hauser reflect on seven years of 'Yellowstone'

Trigger Warning: This article contains themes of sexual abuse that some readers may find distressing.Shawn Carter a.k.a Jay-Z, was accused of assaulting a drugged minor with disgraced rapper Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs. As per court documents obtained by People magazine, the victim did not name Jay-Z in her original complaint filed in October.

Diddy’s 3-Word Remark Before Alleged Abuse of 13-Year-Old with Jay-Z Is Truly Chilling

‘Never buy meat from Wally World.’A woman buys a pound of lean ground beef from Walmart and can’t believe her eyes when she opens the package.In a TikTok with almost 155,000 views, content creator Lindsay Garren (@lindsaygarren) gets quite the surprise when she opens up her tube of lean ground beef from Walmart.

‘I will NEVER buy meat from Walmart’: Shopper buys Walmart’s lean ground beef. Then she opens it up

Joe Biden and the Dem apparat around him have made it plain: They are going to do as much damage to America as they can on the way out the door.Last week brought a record number of presidential pardons, including 1,500 commutations of the sentences of “nonviolent” felons, most of whom were already serving their sentences at home after being sprung from prison during COVID.

Joe Biden & Co. are doing as much damage to the US as they can before they leave

Hoffman went undercover to buy two and a half ounces of cocaine, 1500 ecstasy pills, and a gun, but the operation went tragically wrongOn May 7, 2008, 23-year-old Rachel Hoffman was on her way to buy two and a half ounces of cocaine, 1500 ecstasy pills, and a gun.

Horrific story of what happened to woman who became a police drug informant after being arrested for marijuana

"If casual blackface was acceptable in my new homeland, I wondered what might happen to me, a biracial woman living in a country I’d always thought was synonymous with liberal values."In 2004, I followed my boyfriend Frank from North Carolina, where we’d met, to the Netherlands, where he was born and raised.

I Saw People In Blackface At The Grocery Store. When I Found Out Why, I Was Even More Disturbed.

Here's what a lip-reading expert observed the Duchess of Sussex do after Queen Camilla noticed Princess Charlotte acting up during Queen Elizabeth.Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, there were questions about which of her great-grandchildren would attend her funeral. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, who happened to be in the U.K. at the time, did while their small children remained in Montecito.

Meghan Markle Showed Unexpected Emotion When Princess Charlotte Got Into Trouble With Queen Camilla, Lip Reader Says

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Mysterious drones have been hovering in the skies above New Jersey and other states in the Northeast for weeks, alarming residents and prompting lawmakers to demand answers.Since mid-November, the drones have been lighting up night skies with no real explanation of who is operating them or for what purpose.

As drones are spotted in New Jersey and other states, here’s what we know so far

By Tierney Sneed, CNNWashington (CNN) — A federal appeals court judge has withdrawn his intention to retire, depriving President-elect Donald Trump of the ability to make an influential circuit court nomination and enraging Senate Republicans.Fourth Circuit Judge James Wynn, an appointee of President Barack Obama, told the White House late last week that he was reversing his plans to take senior status, the semi-retired status that allows a president to confirm a replacement, according to a letter posted on Saturday by Republican North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis.

Third federal judge backtracks on plans to retire, depriving Trump of key nominations

Romney said the Democratic Party is 'in trouble'Fox News Flash top headlines for December 15Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.Outgoing Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, said that he thinks Vice President-elect JD Vance will become the GOP's 2028 presidential nominee, describing Vance as "smart" and "well-spoken."

Mitt Romney names who he thinks will be the GOP's 2028 presidential nominee

PALM BEACH, Fla. -- President-elect Donald Trump will join SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at his Florida home on Monday to announce that the company is planning to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years.That's according to a person familiar with the plans who spoke on condition of anonymity before the planned announcement.

Trump to announce $100B SoftBank investment in the U.S.

New research has cast doubt on the long-held belief that Saturn's rings are relatively young, suggesting instead that they could date back 4.5 billion years to when the planet formed.The study, led by Ryuki Hyodo of the Institute of Science in Tokyo, Japan, explores why the icy rings have remained pristine and dirt-free despite billions of years of exposure to space debris.

Saturn's Rings May Be As Old as the Planet, Study Finds

Luigi Mangione has received support online after his arrest in Brian Thompson's murderSuspected CEO killer Luigi Mangione retains ‘very good’ attorney amid extradition fightFormer FBI supervisory agent Jack Jupin joins ‘Cavuto Live’ to discuss the latest on the case against suspected UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione.

Trump blasts UnitedHealthcare CEO murder suspect support

The new lease deal makes the Fiat 500e basically a free EV to own over a 27-month periodThe lease is technically free but includes $1,297.68 in taxes and caps mileage at 10,000 per year.Lessees have the option to buy out the 500e at the end for $17,388.

Colorado Shoppers Can Drive Away In A New Fiat 500e For Just $62 Per Month

CNN —The US Department of Transportation has issued a new rule requiring airlines to follow more rigorous standards when it comes to airline passengers with disabilities.The new rule will require airlines to meet standards for “safe and dignified” assistance to people with disabilities, especially those who use wheelchairs.

DOT announces new protections for air travelers with disabilities

Pixdeluxe/Getty ImagesFor some, the best reason to take a vacation is to explore new territories and regions. The spirit of adventure compels many travelers to go beyond what they know and experience something unique.For others, though, the main reason to take a vacation is to rest, relax, and unwind. While you can do that in the locale of your choice — whether a beachside resort or a mountaintop cabin — you may want to kick things up a notch. When it's time to revitalize your life, a wellness getaway

A Tranquil South Carolina Forest Has Sacred Waters With Healing Powers And A Rich History

No matter the size of your living room, if you make bad design choices it can end up looking small. Making your living room look small will also make it feel cramped and cluttered, and you may find yourself avoiding it inadvertently.We spoke with several designers to find out what always makes living rooms look small, and how to fix these design mistakes ASAP.

6 Things That Always Make Your Living Room Look Small, According to Designers

WASHINGTON – President-elect Donald Trump said Monday he has a “warm spot” for TikTok after he was asked about a pending ban targeting the social media giant during his first press conference since winning the 2024 presidential election. “We'll take a look at TikTok,” Trump said in response to a reporter’s question about how he planned to save the platform. Congress approved and President Joe Biden signed a bill earlier this year requiring TikTok’s Beijing-based parent company, ByteDance, to sell