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Florida sheriff says 'expect to be shot' after homeowner opens fire on intrudersManatee County Sheriff Rick Wells provides updates about deadly home invasion shootingManatee County Sheriff Rick Wells spoke with the media Friday about an attempted home invasion that led to the death of one suspect and the arrest of another.

'You should expect to be shot': Florida homeowner fatally guns down masked intruder, scares off another

BBCIt was early December when Douna Haj Ahmed, a Syrian refugee, discovered the disturbing details of her husband's detention in the notorious Al-Khatib prison – known as " Hell on Earth ".She was watching bewildered prisoners fleeing the country's brutal security apparatus, on the news at home in London, after rebel forces had ousted Bashar al-Assad as president.

'Assad's fall opened years of my husband's past I knew nothing about'

Already accustomed to wearing the same uniform, Los Angeles Lakers teammates LeBron and Bronny James sported matching red pajamas for their family Christmas post on Instagram.'MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE JAMES GANG TO YOURS!!!' read the post, which featured 39-year-old LeBron, his 38-year-old wife Savannah, 20-year-old son Bronny, 17-year-old son Bryce, and 10-year-old daughter Zhuri.

Everyone notices same thing in LeBron James' post of wife, children

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has survived. NASA received a beacon tone from the heavily armored spacecraft as it emerged from behind the sun three days after its close encounter with the sun on Christmas Eve. The probe had been out of contact for a few days.

NASA Spacecraft Survives ‘Touching The Sun’ — What Happens Next

Recent high-profile bouts, both professional and celebrity, are making boxing as popular as ever but medical science points to potential risks for the athletes.An estimated 40,000 boxing fans watched Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh earlier this month.Millions tuned in over legal and illegal streams across the world to witness Usyk defend his title against Fury in an enthralling contest that reportedly earned the boxers a combined $191m in prize money.

Should boxing be banned as a sport?

The IRS will distribute about $2.4 billion in the coming weeks to taxpayers who had not claimed a Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns - here's what we know about the paymentsAbout a million taxpayers are in for a financial surprise as they're set to automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS.

IRS to send $1,400 to a million Americans - here's who qualifies

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'Little Rascals' star struggled with finances after Hollywood fame, was killed over $50: book

Chester ZooMore than 1,300 pea-sized, critically endangered snails that were bred in a zoo have been set free to wander (very slowly) on a remote Atlantic island.The release brings two species of Desertas Island land snails back to the wild. Prior to this they were believed to be extinct - neither species had been spotted for a century.

1,329 tiny snails released on remote island

Anglican and Catholic churches must not forget or ignore the boys who suffered horrific abuse at the hands of predatory priests across the continent.The Church of England is facing a long overdue reckoning in Africa. Its leader, Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, announced his resignation in November after an independent review brought attention to his failure to report to the authorities the barrister John Smyth, a prolific abuser of children.

African victims of clergy abuse deserve justice and accountability, too

The office of New York’s attorney general released body camera footage Friday showing the fatal beating of a state prisoner this month by correctional officers who punched and kicked him repeatedly while he was handcuffed on an infirmary bed.The incident, which has drawn outrage from political leaders and was condemned by the officers’ union as “incomprehensible,” is being investigated by state Attorney General Letitia James.

'Shocking' bodycam video released of New York officers fatally beating prisoner

Jim Carrey previously equated the makeup process for 'How the Grinch Stole Christmas' to 'being buried alive'John Stamos: It's the thrill of my life to perform with The Beach BoysThe Beach Boys, joined by actor and musician John Stamos, headline 'FOX & Friends' All-American Summer Concert Series.

John Stamos jokes he nearly played the Grinch in Jim Carrey's Christmas classic

A busy mum was left reeling when her 'ungrateful' husband moaned about her Christmas dinner in just a few words after she'd spent hours preparing the meal in the kitchen whilst looking after their childrenCooking the Christmas dinner is no mean feat, but one woman was left horrified at how her husband described her efforts.

'My husband's four-word insult about my Christmas dinner left me humiliated'

The mystery disease affecting people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo most likely is caused by a respiratory virus exacerbated by malaria and malnutrition, according to a report released by the WHO on Friday. This assessment contrasts with earlier reports that the illness previously called “disease X” resulted from severe malaria.

Mystery Disease In Congo Caused By Acute Respiratory Infections, Says WHO

Welp, 2024 could've been worse. 1. The person whose bathroom is completely frozen solid:  2. The person whose car just got a stake through the heart:  3. The person who got a beautiful dress for a rotisserie chicken:  4. The person who spilled black paint tastefully up and down their carpeted stairs:  5. The person whose shoes just got a whole lot heavier:  6. The person who will henceforth be known as "Suburban Hulk":  7. The person who has their couch riiiiight where they want it:  8. The person who

75 People Who Woke Up One Morning This Year And Promptly Destroyed Their Entire Lives

Lazzaro was also a sergeant in the ArmyFox News Flash top sports headlines for December 27Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.Tommy Lazzaro, a former Central Michigan quarterback and a sergeant in the United States Army, was tragically killed in a hunting accident over the weekend, according to officials.

Former Central Michigan quarterback Tommy Lazzaro, 27, killed in hunting accident

Howard faces Hampton in the second game of the HBCU Showcase on SaturdayHoward faces Hampton on Saturday in the second game of the CBS Sports Classic: HBCU Showcase doubleheader on CBS. This weekend's showdown will mark the 95th all-time matchup between the programs, with Hampton leading the series 63-31.

Howard vs. Hampton where to watch HBCU Showcase, TV channel, live stream, prediction, pick, spread, odds

Dec. 27 (UPI) -- The New Year's Eve ball has officially been unveiled ahead of its big drop on New Year's Eve.Pitbull was among those to adorn the ball with special additions Friday.The ball, which weighs 11,875 pounds, is covered with 2,688 "crystal triangles" and contains 32,256 LED lights.

New Year's Eve ball is unveiled ahead of its big drop

‘Are you serious?’This woman said ordering food at a restaurant shouldn’t be nearly as expensive as it is. Here’s why.We’ve all had the experience at a restaurant where we see a simple food item—be it scrambled eggs, an olive appetizer, or a simple salad—marked up so high that we can’t even justify ordering it, knowing it’s just so much cheaper and pretty simple to make at home.

‘If I didn’t say anything…’: Cheesecake Factory customer orders plain ‘98-cent’ spaghetti noodles. Then she gets the check

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?

SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits are administered to millions of low- and no-income Americans every month to help them buy essential groceries.As 2025 approaches, there will be a number of small changes and improvements to the government program. Newsweek has broken down what you need to know ahead of the new year.

SNAP Benefits: What to Expect in 2025

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Homelessness among veterans dropped to record low this yearChicago locals frustrated with Democratic mayor as funds go to migrants instead of homeless crisisFox News correspondent Garrett Tenney has more as Chicagoans are enraged by homelessness and the migrant influx in their communities on 'America Reports.'The United States saw an 18.1% increase in homelessness this year, which federal officials attribute to a rising number of asylum seekers, lack of affordable housing and natural disasters.

US homelessness up double digits, rising numbers of asylum seekers, affordability crisis among causes

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned congressional leaders Friday that the federal government will hit its debt limit as early as Jan. 14 unless Congress takes action or her department implements "extraordinary measures" to avoid default.Yellen’s letter indicates that the looming debt ceiling fight involving Congress and the new administration is likely to take place in the early months of next year after President-elect Donald Trump failed to get a provision raising or eliminating the debt ceiling tacked on to an end-of-year spending bill.

Janet Yellen says Treasury Department will need to take 'extraordinary measures' to avoid debt ceiling next month

A Georgia court of appeals previously disqualified Willis and her team from prosecuting Trump in his election interference caseDA Fani Willis disqualified from Georgia Trump caseUC Berkeley Law professor John Yoo joined 'America's Newsroom' to discuss his reaction to Willis' disqualification and what it means for Trump politically moving forward.

Georgia lawmakers can can subpoena Fani Willis for information related to Trump case, court rules

WASHINGTON - Call it a very uncivil war, a food fight or even a pig pile.An argument pitting some of President-elect Donald Trump’s biggest supporters against each other has rocked MAGA world in recent days over whether his incoming administration should allow more highly skilled immigrant labor to come to the United States at the expense of American workers.What makes the beef especially awkward - or delicious, depending on who you ask – is that Trump’s D.O.G.E. duo of tech billionaires, Elon Musk and

Musk vs. MAGA: Trump supporters battle over role of immigrant labor and American workers

Greg Gumbel, the longtime CBS sportscaster known for his versatility as a host and a play-by-play commentator, has died at the age of 78.His death was confirmed in a statement from his wife, Marcy, and his daughter, Michelle.“It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved husband and father, Greg Gumbel,” the statement reads.

Greg Gumbel, longtime CBS sportscaster, dies at 78

Virus may be changing to have a key that might work, but it’s not there yet, researcher says.The bird flu virus likely mutated inside a Louisiana patient who contracted the nation’s first severe case of the illness, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said a genetic analysis shows.

Bird flu virus probably mutated in Louisiana patient, CDC says

Inline-six engines are not unheard of in modern cars, but they're something of a rarity in the American auto industry. And yet, the perception among auto enthusiasts is generally that an i6 is vastly superior to a V6 engine in a number of ways.This begs the question whether it really is better to have all your ducks in a row than configured in a V formation, or if a lot of this can be chalked up to car myths and superstition, like red cars costing more to insure.

Why The Inline-Six Is A Better Engine Than A V6

President-elect Donald Trump urged the Supreme Court to pause a controversial ban on TikTok that is set to take effect next month, telling the justices in a legal filing Friday that a delay would allow his administration to “pursue a negotiated resolution.”Trump’s request for a delay in implementing the ban puts him at odds with the Biden administration, which defended the law in its own brief Friday, warning of “grave” national security concerns about TikTok’s continued operation in the US.

Trump asks Supreme Court to pause TikTok ban, while Biden admin says app poses ‘grave’ threat

Mitch Diamond/Getty ImagesLong Beach, California is home to the former cruise ship RMS Queen Mary. Though this vessel survived duty during World War II, it didn't survive the jet age, which ravaged the transatlantic cruise line business from the late 1950s onward. In 1966, Cunard sold Queen Mary to the city of Long Beach for $3.45 million. Five years later, the old ship reopened as a floating hotel boasting hundreds of rooms and volumes of period artwork and wood carvings. Now, there are 347 rooms and suites

Stay At The Creepy California Hotel Called America's Most Haunted If You're Brave Enough

There's a subliminal charm to watching birds stuffing their beaks with berries. Unless, of course, it's the dead of the winter, and they're growing inebriated after overindulging in fermented fruit — that's the time to call wildlife rehabbers. Apart from that, though, it's equally lovely to join in on the fun, plucking off drupes from the fruit trees decking your yard.

13 Fruit Trees To Avoid Growing In Your Yard (& Better Alternatives)

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (AP) — Wyoming will sell a 1-square-mile (2.6-square-kilometer) parcel of pristine land bordering Grand Teton National Park to the U.S. government for $100 million after Gov. Mark Gordon signed off on a deal Friday that ends the state’s longstanding threats to unload it to a developer.