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Every week for the duration of the 2025 regular season, USA TODAY Sports will provide timely updates to the NFL's ever-evolving playoff picture − typically starting Sunday afternoon and then moving forward for the remainder of the week (through Monday's and Thursday's games or Saturday's, if applicable.

NFL playoff picture Week 17: Detroit Lions try to stay alive on Christmas

Telfair was jailed for a probation violation tied to his 2023 NBA healthcare fraud caseFox News Flash top sports headlines for December 24Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com.Sebastian Telfair, a 2004 NBA Draft first-round selection, has faced multiple legal issues over the years.

Former NBA player Sebastian Telfair recounts jail stint alongside Sean 'Diddy' Combs

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas messageKing Charles delivered a Christmas message urging unity and referencing the past, encouraging Britons to reflect how communities can come together in times of challenge. The tradition of the monarch’s Christmas broadcast dates back to 1932 and was first delivered by George V. It has since become a staple of the holiday for many Britons.

King Charles preaches spiritual unity in Christmas message

Starlink lost communications on December 17, and requested visual intelligence from Vantor after an anomaly led to ‘venting of the propulsion tank.’Starlink satellite 35956 suffered from a serious anomaly on December 17. It is described as largely intact, but is currently “tumbling, and will reenter the Earth’s atmosphere and fully demise within weeks,” says the official Starlink X account.

Starlink satellite pictured ‘tumbling’ after recent ‘anomaly’ in space — it will be incinerated when it enters the Earth’s atmosphere in a few weeks

A video of a golden retriever refusing to go on a walk has gone viral on TikTok, earning almost 8 million views. But it’s not because Roo looks adorable as he digs his heels into the ground.It is the fact that he has developed a quirky habit that has left his owners Marissa, 28, and Joe Lombardi, 29, perplexed.

Golden Retriever Refuses To Go Out—Then Owner Realizes Who Is Home

It's Christmas Eve in Mar-a-Lago, and the first couple talked with children as part of NORAD's Santa calls.President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump participated in the longstanding holiday tradition for over 20 minutes, seated in gold-trimmed armchairs near a Christmas tree. The president spoke to families on speakerphone while the first lady chatted with children on a handset.

Trump takes NORAD Santa calls from kids. Here's what he said.

The Department of Justice said Wednesday it may have more than a million more documents related to the late Jeffrey Epstein that it needs to review and that the process could take weeks to complete.The DOJ said two of its components, the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, had just handed over the missing tranche of files, days after the Epstein Files Transparency Act deadline had passed.

DOJ discovers more than 1M potential Epstein records, further delaying file release

A young football standout’s life ended suddenly.The high school football community is deeply saddened after a tragic crash on Christmas Eve claimed the life of a young player.Brian Moss, a 16-year-old who played football for the Viera Hawks in Florida, died in a car accident while traveling with his family for the holidays.

Football Star Killed In Tragic Christmas Eve Crash

Imani Dia Smith performed in the cast of the long-running musical hit on Broadway.Imani Dia Smith, who appeared in “The Lion King” on Broadway as a young stage actor, died after she was stabbed at a residence in Edison, New Jersey, police and prosecutors said in a joint news release on Tuesday.

Former 'Lion King' Child Actor Killed By Brutal Act, Police Say

King Charles continues to put his own stamp on his annual Christmas Day message.Queen Elizabeth often delivered her address from her desk at her Buckingham Palace residence, often with family photographs in view. This year, King Charles recorded his message at the Lady Chapel in Westminster Abbey.

King Charles breaks tradition with Christmas speech

Trump and first lady Melania Trump fielded Christmas Eve calls from kids at Mar-a-LagoTrump speaks with kids for Christmas Eve: 'You must be a high-IQ person'Trump takes phone calls with kids on Christmas Eve: 'You must be a high-IQ person.' (Credit: Rapid Response 47 via X)

Trump takes NORAD Santa calls with children, praises 'clean, beautiful coal' and 'high IQ' person

When Annette Bammert met Lenny the cat, he had developed the reputation of being the "saddest cat in the shelter." But now she has shared his remarkable transformation from mournful to living his best life.Bammert took in a black-and-white cat named Lenny shortly after Christmas, following the loss of her beloved senior cat, Wilma.

Woman Adopts ‘Saddest’ Shelter Cat—Not Ready for How He Changes Once Home

Annual report details aggressive new nuclear attack posture, hypersonic missile development and aircraft carrier constructionThe Chinese military is continuing a massive, decades-long arms buildup, including a shift in nuclear force doctrine that increases the danger of a direct attack on the U.S., according to the Pentagon’s annual China military power report.

Massive Chinese military buildup threatens U.S. homeland

Two people were injured on Wednesday, Dec. 24, after U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers opened fire on a vehicle during an enforcement operation in Maryland, federal officials said.Officers were conducting a "targeted immigration enforcement operation" in Glen Burnie, Maryland, just south of Baltimore, when they approached a van with two undocumented men, according to a statement from the Department of Homeland Security.

2 injured after shooting during ICE operation in Maryland, DHS says

The DK Metcalf incident from Sunday is the holiday gift that keeps on giving.Via Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com, Ryan Kennedy (the fan who was assaulted by Metcalf at Ford Field) will conduct a press conference on Friday with his lawyers. The purpose of the event will be to “address the assault, correct misinformation that has been publicly repeated as fact, and discuss the serious consequences Mr. Kennedy has faced.”

Fan who was assaulted by DK Metcalf will hold a press conference on Friday

The president and his love ones gathered in front of a tree for a pic that contained a very awkward detail.Former President Joe Biden wished followers a “a peaceful and joyful Christmas Eve filled with love” on X Wednesday, but his obscured presence in the family photo drew much of the attention.

Joe Biden's Family Christmas Photo Gets Attention For The Wrong Reason

What looked like a holiday headache—a dog chewing through the carpet—ended up being the best Christmas gift a homeowner never expected.A woman, known on Threads as @shaelltru, who lives in Canada, shared that she moved into a home built in the 1950s about a year ago.

Dog Ruins Carpet—What’s Underneath Ends Up Being the Best Christmas Present

was joined by a special surprise guest during a holiday piano duet that aired on British television on Christmas Eve.'s 10-year-old daughter, Princess Charlotte, played the piano at her mother's side in a pre-recorded portion of the televised concert at Westminster Abbey. The royal duo performed "Holm Sound" by Erland Cooper during "Royal Carols: Together at Christmas."

Princess Charlotte, 10, is adorable in surprise piano duet with mom

As the end of the year approaches, millions of Brits will be booking their long-awaited 2026 getaway.In the first six months of 2025, more than 3.8million passports were issued in the United Kingdom.But what often shocks people is that, despite thousands of potential colour options, more than 90 per cent of the world's passports fall into just four tones: red, blue, green and black.

Why passports only come in four colours and what each one means

TAMPA, Fla. (WFTS/CNN NEWSOURCE/WKRC) - A Florida teenager is recovering after undergoing a life-altering surgery at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital to treat a rare and life-threatening condition.Jasmine Ramirez was born with a disorder that caused her left leg to grow abnormally. It's so rare, there's no name for it.

Teen undergoes life-saving surgery to remove 174-pound leg

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As a fierce atmospheric river dumps heavy rains across parts of Southern California, some residents have been driven from their homes on Christmas Day as flooding and debris flow continue to threaten the region.The storm, which prompted evacuation orders and warnings in Southern California counties including Ventura and Santa Barbara, is expected to continue delivering excessive rainfall through the end of the week, along with heavy snow to the Sierra Nevada mountains, the National Weather Service said.

Flooding risk forces Southern Californians from homes on Christmas

Ukrainian president says draft framework reduced to 20 points as negotiations continueRussia reportedly set to reject new Ukraine peace dealNational security and military analyst Dr. Rebecca Grant discusses the state of the Russia-Ukraine peace talks and the U.S. pursuit of an alleged Venezuelan oil tanker on ‘Fox News Live.’

Zelenskyy encouraged by 'very good' Christmas talks with US

Artichokes“Artichokes are rich in soluble fiber and antioxidants like cynarin and silymarin, which stimulate bile production, improve fat metabolism, and protect liver cells from oxidative damage,” says Routhenstein. Bile production is one of the liver’s most important roles, as bile helps your body break down fats from the foods you eat, per the Cleveland Clinic.

Best foods for liver health

When it comes to burgers, we've never had more choice - but where can you get the best one? I asked chefs for their favourite fast food burger and they all agreedWhen it comes to burgers, we've never had more choice. From fast food staples like McDonald's and Burger King to the on-trend smash burgers, burger van pop-ups and restaurants devoted to gourmet burgers featuring toppings like peanut butter and jelly, it seems we can't get enough.

I asked 3 chefs where you get the best fast food burger and they all agreed

"I’ve been performing at the Kennedy Center since the beginning of my career," musician Chuck Redd said.Key PointsDonald Trump's name change at the Kennedy Center prompted outrage and a concert cancellation.The Kennedy Center's annual Christmas concert was abruptly nixed by musician Chuck Redd.

Christmas concert canceled over outrage at Donald Trump's Kennedy Center changes

Fallout's new season features a wild Chrysler-powered concept car, and not for the first time.The show could just use CGI, but it’s sneaking in some real concept cars as Easter eggs.This season features a Dodge Hemi-powered coupe, and last season had a wild inline-six Plymouth roadster.

New 'Fallout' Season Showcases Real Rare Concept Car Versus CGI One

A TikTok video showing a traveler’s worst luggage nightmare has gone viral on TikTok.The clip was shared by @kelssssricardoooo and has amassed over 2.6 million views since it was posted on December 1. Text overlaid on the video reads: "Thinking about the time my mom’s luggage came out like this."

Tourist Mortified As Mom’s Bag Arrives After Flight—and There’s a Problem

Rev. Al Sharpton’s annual Christmas community dinner and toy giveaway in Harlem drew revelers from as far away as New Jersey and Georgia who joined together with New Yorkers to attend the celebration.Sharpton himself carved the turkey at the National Action Network’s House of Justice on W. 145th St. and Lenox Ave. Also on the menu were macaroni pie, collared greens, fried chicken, mashed potatoes and other delectables.

Good food and good feeling at Rev. Al Sharpton’s annual Christmas dinner in Harlem

Prince William reportedly won't be photographed near his disgraced uncle ever again as family presents united frontPrince Andrew stripped of titles, evicted from Royal LodgeRoyal commentator Hilary Fordwich breaks down the royal family drama on Fox & Friends Weekend.Kate Middleton is leading the royal family as they put on a united front.