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WASHINGTON ― Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who was President-elect Donald Trump's first pick for Attorney General, denies committing statutory rape in allegedly paying a 17-year-old for sex and other bombshell accusations in a newly released House Ethics Committee report.But some of the committee's damning allegations come from the former congressman's own words and actions, according to details within the long-awaited report made public Monday.

'Customer appreciation': Gaetz report uses text messages to allege payments for sex

Thousands of North Korean soldiers have died or been wounded according to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.Reports are emerging that thousands of North Korean soldiers have been killed or wounded while fighting in the Ukraine war on Russia’s side.Authorities in Ukraine, South Korea and the United States have all reported deaths among North Korean soldiers near Ukraine’s border in Russia’s Kursk.

Have North Korean fighters died in the Russia-Ukraine war?

Hundreds of demonstrators have taken to the streets in Christian neighborhoods of Damascus after a Christmas tree burning heightened fears that the overthrow of former President Bashar al-Assad could presage crackdowns on Syria's religious minorities.The protests on Monday night appeared to have been sparked after footage, verified by NBC News, showed hooded figures setting fire to the tree at a traffic circle in the Christian-majority town of Al-Suqalabiyah near the city of Hama in central Syria on Monday.

Hundreds protest in Damascus after Christmas tree set ablaze

GUAYAQUIL, Ecuador (AP) — Ecuadorian police on Tuesday found an undisclosed number of bodies in an area close to a military base, officials said, and were investigating whether the bodies could be of some of the four children who were last seen taken by men in military uniform earlier this month.

Ecuadorian police probe if bodies found are of missing children allegedly taken by soldiers

Four of the seven AFC playoff teams will meet on Christmas Day in two games that highlight a stocking-stuffer of an NFL Week 16 slate that includes eight games in prime time.The Kansas City Chiefs and Baltimore Ravens will make their second straight Christmas Day appearance — the Chiefs will visit the Pittsburgh Steelers in the early game Wednesday while Baltimore will visit the Houston Texans in the second game.

Chiefs, Ravens, Lions, Rams Highlight Heavy NFL Week 16 Holiday Slate

There’s no legal way to expel Americans from their home country. Trump wants the public to think otherwise.In a Sunday interview with NBC News, President-elect Donald Trump repeated what is becoming one of the incoming administration’s most provocative talking points: When parents of U.S. citizens face deportation, his administration will deport the whole family together.

What Trump Really Means When He Threatens To Deport Americans

In 12 frames, people around the world – playing, celebrating, dancing and smiling – as we look back through 2024.Amid the backdrop of ongoing conflicts, a global climate crisis, and numerous challenges facing humanity, 2024 has still offered moments of connection and hope.

Photos: Moments of joy and hope in 2024

Dec. 24 (UPI) -- A Maryland man who had some extra cash in his pocket made a stop on his way to work and won a $30,000 lottery prize.The Taneytown man told Maryland Lottery officials he had an extra $5 in his pocket so he stopped on his morning commute and bought some scratch-off tickets from the 7-Eleven store on Main Street in Libertytown.

Man wins $30,000 lottery prize while driving to work

'I wish the Christian community in Israel and around the world blessings for a Merry Christmas from the Holy Land,' Netanyahu saidNetanyahu wishes Christians worldwide a merry ChristmasIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wished Christians worldwide a merry Christmas. (X/Benjamin Netanyahu)Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wished Christians worldwide a merry Christmas and thanked the Christian community for its support amid the Jewish state's ongoing conflicts with terror groups.

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu wishes a merry Christmas to Christians around the world

Customers can snag the items with a $1+ purchase from the store.Burger King is wrapping up 2024 with some of its best deals!As part of its "31 Days of Deals" promotion, the fast-food chain is giving away free chicken sandwiches on Friday, Dec. 27, and bacon cheeseburgers on Monday, Dec. 30.

Burger King is offering free chicken sandwiches and bacon cheeseburgers after Christmas

The EU has warned that Pakistan could be violating a preferential trade deal. Without it, Pakistani exports could be hit by more than 20 percent, say experts.Islamabad, Pakistan – The recent sentencing of 25 civilians by a military court in Pakistan drew sharp criticism from the United States on Monday, which accused the proceedings of lacking “judicial independence, transparency, and due process guarantees”.

US, UK, EU condemn Pakistan’s convictions for civilians: Why it matters

Florida – In a disturbing case in Florida that highlights the consequences of neglect and deceit, a 24-year-old mother, identified as M. Santiago has been sentenced to over a decade in prison after her young son tragically drowned in a retention pond. The incident, marked by negligence and failed responsibility, has left a community in mourning and a family grappling with irreversible loss.

24-year-old mother got out of the shower after spending the night with a 15-year-old boy and found her 3-year-old son missing, only to learn a short time later he drowned in a nearby pond; sentenced

The anonymous John Doe plaintiff shared his experience for the first time Tuesday in a disturbing interview with CNN.An anonymous man recounted his alleged drugging and sexual assault at the hands of Sean “Diddy” Combs for the first time since filing his lawsuit against the music mogul in October — and said another celebrity watched.“The full gravity of it lives with me to this day,” the man, identified as John Doe in his suit, told CNN from his New Jersey home in an exclusive interview Tuesday.

Diddy Accuser Says He Was Drugged And Sodomized In Front Of Celebrity Witness

It’s the thought that counts, but a woman has been left wondering what exactly she’s received as a secret Santa present.The “baffling” gift, which was given to her by an anonymous colleague, was so disturbing that she admitted: “To be honest, I’m disgusted by it.”

My secret Santa gift at work was so awful I had to get HR involved — and it’s not what you think

The cat distribution system was working overtime when a man woke up to find a random cat not only in his house, but in his bed.Rishujeet Rai, 22, lives in Bihar, India, where he told Newsweek that there are "a lot of stray cats and dogs."

Man Wakes Up to Find Cat Cuddling Him in Bed—But There's a Problem

‘That’s the truth.’Those who frequent In-N-Out know there’s a not-so-secret menu that offers upgraded delicacies like animal-style fries. Its packaging also offers semi-hidden messages. The Cali-based burger chain is just full of secrets. There’s even a secret to how the chain cooks up its burgers.

‘I will never make my burgers at home any other way’: Ex-In-N-Out worker reveals how they make burgers. Then the real reason they have so much mustard

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?

Brandy Nicole Olson, 42, tragically passed away from her injuries following the incident in a branch of the Woodforest Bank, based in a Walmart Super Center, in Lumberton, North Carolina on Friday.An innocent North Carolina woman was killed in a Walmart bank after shooters spotted ‘targets’ waiting in the queue next to her and opened fire.

Innocent North Carolina woman shot dead in Walmart bank as shooters spot 'targets' waiting in line

A Swedish hip-hop star has been reportedly shot dead in a car park with disturbing footage of the apparent killing emerging online.According to the BBC, citing several Swedish newspapers, rapper Gaboro was gunned down in a parking garage on Friday night in the city of Norrkoping, southwest of the capital Stockholm.

Swedish rapper Gaboro fatally shot in parking garage, disturbing footage reportedly shows

The new dad admitted to ignoring his symptoms for 'months' prior to his diagnosisA new dad who was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer at 29 years old has shared six symptoms he wished he'd paid more attention to when he had the chance.TikTok user Joe Faratzis now works as an advocate for young people who are navigating cancer, after going through the experience himself under the age of 30.

Man, 29, diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer reveals the six symptoms he wishes he didn’t ignore

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Bald eagle officially named U.S. national birdBret Baier and his family share 2024 Christmas message with Fox viewersFox News chief political anchor Bret Baier looks back on Christmas greetings through the years with his family.The White House announced on Christmas Eve President Joe Biden signed a bill officially designating the bald eagle as the national bird.

It's official: Biden signs new law, designates bald eagle as 'national bird'

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (5) tries to slip past Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024 in Landover, Md. Though Santa appeared outside Lambeau Field on Monday before the Green Bay Packers faced the New Orleans Saints, he may be too busy – or too tired – to attend today’s games in Pittsburgh and Houston.It’s a Christmas miracle. Two NFL games on Christmas Day. We can only hope Netflix provides a flawless streaming

Jaws' Picks: NFL Week 17

MOSCOW (AP) — The 50,000-year-old remains of a baby mammoth uncovered by melting permafrost have been unveiled to the public by researchers in Russia’s Siberia region who call it the best-preserved mammoth body ever found.Nicknamed Yana, the female mammoth weighs more than 100 kilograms (220 pounds) and is 120 centimeters (47 inches) tall.

Baby mammoth preserved for 50,000 years is unveiled in Russia’s Siberia

Eugene Spector was charged with espionage in August 2023Fox News Flash top headlines for December 24Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.A Russian-born U.S. citizen who was already behind bars in Russia on a bribery conviction has been handed a second sentence for espionage.

US citizen imprisoned in Russia given new 15-year sentence in wake of espionage conviction

Japanese-market luxo-coupe is now an Arizona residentHow far has your collector-car search taken you? Out of state? Cross-country? How about 5,793 miles, to another continent entirely? This year, one classic car made its way from Yokohama, Japan, to Gilbert, Arizona.

Soaring to New Heights: Ren’s JDM Toyota

A passenger plane carrying 67 people from Azerbaijan to southern Russia crashed near the Kazakh city of Aktau on Wednesday, local authorities said.Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations said its teams found the aircraft on fire upon arrival at the scene.“Rescue units began extinguishing the fire.

Passenger plane carrying 67 people crashes in Kazakhstan, officials say

Tucked away in the quiet corners of the United States are undisturbed towns that seem to have resisted the passage of time. Often overshadowed by bustling cities, these towns offer a glimpse into a bygone era with their preserved architecture, unspoiled landscapes, and timeless traditions. From the Bavarian-inspired streets of Leavenworth and Frankenmuth, to the natural, breathtaking beauty of Sedona, these towns serve as serene reminders of a simpler way of life.

9 Undisturbed Towns To Visit In The United States

When it comes to organization, there are dozens of ways to use a pegboard. From tools and yard equipment to stationery and home office essentials, it can help turn any cluttered chaos into a neat and tidy space. With that in mind, there's probably one area of the home that parents would never think to use a pegboard: the kids' room.

The Clever Way You Can Use A Pegboard To Keep Kids Toys Neat And Organized

LONDON -- Ukrainians faced fresh Russian drone and missile strikes on energy infrastructure nationwide on Tuesday night into Christmas Day morning, with the energy minister in Kyiv warning of immediate power cuts.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wrote on Telegram, "Every Russian massive strike takes time to prepare.