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PHOENIX — President-elect Donald Trump dismissed any suggestion that he's being usurped by his high-profile billionaire ally Elon Musk, coming off a week in which Musk helped derail an emergency spending measure to avert a government shutdown.Trump said the notion that he has "ceded the presidency" to Musk is a fiction and that even if Musk wanted the job, he couldn't get it because of the Constitution's requirement that the U.S. president be a natural-born citizen.

Trump addresses Elon Musk's growing political influence: 'He's not going to be president'

South America’s only native bear is under threat. A small group of coffee farmers in the Andes is doing something about it.In Colombia’s Western Villa de Cauca region, Jhoan Bravo’s coffee farm is nestled in the verdant green Andean mountains, covered in a tapestry of fertile fields and emerald forests.

The Colombian coffee growers protecting the spectacled bear

Hong Kong CNN —A 9-year-old girl pushes back against period shame, telling adults at the dinner table, “more than half the world’s population bleeds.” Two men fight for a woman’s heart by boasting how many books they’ve read by Japanese feminist icon Chizuko Ueno.

‘Her Story’: China’s answer to ‘Barbie’ becomes latest smash hit. But some men are not amused

He had a licence to charm on screen, with his sultry voice and suave, chiselled good looks. But in private, actor Sir Roger Moore - who played James Bond in seven films - was equally as comfortable behind the camera.A new BBC documentary to air on Christmas Day will reveal never-before-seen home video footage, filmed by Sir Roger himself, of his family and very famous friends - including actor Kirk Douglas and singer Olivia Newton-John.

Unseen home videos of James Bond

The Nativity Store in Manger Square in Bethlehem has sold handmade olive wood carvings and religious items to pilgrims visiting the Church of the Nativity, where Christianity holds Jesus was born, since 1927. But as Bethlehem prepares to mark its second Christmas under the shadow of the war in Gaza, Manger Square is empty of tourists, and many stores and businesses aren’t sure how much longer they can hold on.

Bethlehem prepares for second Christmas under shadow of Gaza war

Pierre Leclerc Photography/Getty ImagesBlue Ridge Parkway, America's favorite drive, is packed with jaw-dropped views and quaint mountain towns extending from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina. This beautiful stretch of highway has its share of hidden gems, like Little Switzerland, the jewel of the Blue Ridge Parkway with its Swiss-style chalets and scenic overlooks, and the charming mountain town of Blowing Rock.

Right Off North Carolina's Blue Ridge Parkway Is A Fairytale Mountain Town With Award-Winning Cuisine

Thousands flock to East Asian country for cosmetic surgeries each year, often relying on unregulated forums for advice.Seoul, South Korea – When Alex looked into the price difference between rhinoplasty, commonly known as a “nose job”, in the United States and South Korea, she thought that flying to the Asian country for the surgery was a no-brainer.

As South Korea draws visitors chasing beauty, dodgy practices pose risks

A small plane crashed into a Brazilian town that's popular with tourists on Sunday, killing all 10 passengers on board and injuring more than a dozen people on the ground, Brazil's Civil Defense Agency said.The agency in a post on X said the plane hit the chimney of a home and then the second floor of a building before crashing into a mobile phone shop in a largely residential neighborhood of Gramado.

At least 10 are killed as a small plane crashes into a Brazilian town popular with tourists

News Corp and telco Telstra have agreed to sell their Australian cable TV and streaming company Foxtel to British sports platform DAZN, valuing the struggling business at A$3.4 billion ($2.1 billion), including debt.As part of the deal, shareholder loans valued at A$578 million outstanding will be repaid in full and Foxtel's current debt will be refinanced at closing.

Murdoch's News Corp to sell Foxtel to Britain's DAZN for $2.1 billion

Image caption, Washington are just the second team this year to commit five turnovers and still win a game - thanks to Jayden DanielsPaul HighamBBC Sport JournalistRookie quarterback Jayden Daniels produced an incredible late rally to help the Washington Commanders stun the Philadelphia Eagles on a Sunday full of play-off movement in the NFL.Daniels showed why he could be a huge star in the NFL by ending Philadelphia's long winning run, as the Eagles struggled to deal with the loss of their own quarterback

Daniels magic stuns Eagles & 49ers, Cowboys bow out

Poleana, a board game with ancient roots that established a foothold nearly a century ago in Mexican prisons, is spreading in popularity outside the walls. The game requires mental dexterity and rapid calculations: while chance plays a role, mathematical skills are also key. (AP video by Martín Silva Rey)

Board game born in Mexican prisons is bringing together people from all walks of life

The IRS said Friday it is sending a total of $2.4 billion in "special payments" to 1 million people, part of an effort to ensure that Americans who didn't receive all of their federal stimulus checks during the pandemic will get the money in their bank accounts.

IRS sending up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's who qualifies.

President-elect Donald Trump accused former GOP congresswoman Liz Cheney of committing “egregious” crimes as a member of the House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack on Sunday morning.He also credited Cheney’s support for his 2024 opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris, for helping him win last month’s election while labeling her a “real loser.”

‘So Unpopular and Disgusting!’ Trump Rails Against Liz Cheney — Accuses Her of ‘Egregious and Unthinkable Acts of Crime’

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

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

Whether Elon Musk is the real “president,” merely the “prime minister” or just Donald Trump’s multibillionaire enforcer, he’s carving out an unprecedented role that could raise conflicts of interest for the new administration.The dust is still settling following the Tesla and SpaceX pioneer’s role last week in sabotaging a year-end House spending package, which was eventually replaced by a smaller stopgap law to keep the government open until March.

Trump bristles at Musk’s rocketing profile as Democrats play on the president-elect’s vanity

The rapper and his son, Romeo Miller, announced the death of Tytyana “TyTy” Miller on Instagram. She was featured on the reality show "Growing Up Hip Hop.”Master P and his family are mourning the death of Tytyana Miller.The rapper announced on Instagram Sunday that his daughter had died at age 29. Her cause of death is unknown. “Our family is dealing with an overwhelming grief for the loss of my daughter Tytyana,” Master P wrote. “We respectfully request some privacy so that our family can grieve.

Master P's Daughter Tytyana Miller Dead At 29

A 5-year-old girl was attacked and killed by her own family's dogs this week, authorities in California announced.The IncidentDeputies arrived at a home in Covina, east of Los Angeles, around noon on Sunday and discovered the injured child in the backyard, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

5-Year-Old Girl Killed by Her Family's Dogs

‘What the [expletive] is in my arm?’@stepupstudios/TikTokAzeemud-Deen Jacobs/peopleimages.com/Adobe Stock(Licensed)A mystery bump inside a woman’s arm sparks concern, leading her on a journey to have the object removed. Turning to TikTok, she posted a video on Dec. 16 under the account StepUpStudios (@stepupstudios).

‘I would have done surgery on myself to get it out’: Woman notices a bump on her arm. Then she pinches it

Sean “Diddy” Combs, once a symbol of affluence, appeared visibly diminished in a federal courtroom Wednesday as he faces sweeping charges that threaten his legacy.Sean “Diddy” Combs appeared markedly diminished Wednesday (December 18) in a Manhattan federal courtroom, where the 54-year-old Hip-Hop icon, now facing allegations of racketeering conspiracy and sex trafficking, presented a stark contrast to his once-dominant image in the entertainment world.

Diddy’s Gaunt Appearance Stuns In Court Hearing

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Former Cuomo official said Hochul couldn't 'bother to read a newspaper'Fox News Flash top headlines for December 22Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.New York Governor Kathy Hochul was slammed on social media Sunday after touting how safe the New York City subway system has become thanks to her efforts – just hours after a woman was set on fire and burned to death on a train.

Hochul slammed for saying she's made subways safer on same day woman burned alive on train

WASHINGTON (AP) — Russell Hedrick, a North Carolina farmer, flies drones to spray fertilizers on his corn, soybean and wheat fields at a fraction of what it would cost him to use a conventional ground spreader.As a volunteer rescuer, Hedrick uses thermal drones to search for people trapped by mudslides and cargo drones to send water and baby formula to those who are stranded — something he did after Hurricane Helene.

Many Americans have come to rely on Chinese-made drones. Now lawmakers want to ban them

Gov. Jim Pillen was transported to the University of Nebraska Medical Center.Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen was transported to the hospital on Sunday after being bucked off a horse, according to a statement from his office.The incident happened when the Republican leader was riding on horseback with family members.

Nebraska governor hospitalized after being bucked off a horse

More than a quarter of the inmates scheduled to be released from Louisiana prisons since at least 2012 have been held past their release date, the DOJ saysFox News Flash top headlines for December 22Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.

Louisiana prisons routinely hold inmates past their release date, Justice Department argues

| USA TODAY SportsBryan ManningThe Philadelphia Eagles were riding high, heading into Sunday's showdown against the Washington Commanders with a 10-game winning streak and looking to clinch the NFC East.When things began, it looked like the Eagles may blow Washington away. The Commanders went three-and-out on their first drive, and Philly responded with a touchdown drive.

5 takeaways from Commanders' Week 16 win over Eagles

On Tuesday, Parker will pass within a record-breaking 3.8 million miles of the sun’s surfaceA NASA spacecraft aims to fly closer to the sun than any object sent before.The Parker Solar Probe was launched in 2018 to get a close-up look at the sun.

NASA's Parker Solar Probe aims to fly closer to the sun like never before

Cowboys made two key takeaways in the 4thFox News Flash Top Sports Headlines for December 22Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.The Dallas Cowboys threw a wrench into the Tampa Bay Buccaneers NFC South division title hopes on Sunday thanks to clutch plays from the defense when it mattered the most.

Cowboys make clutch defensive plays to stymie Bucs, pull off win

The Jeep story dates back to the Second World War when the phrase 'jeep' was a colloquialism for a 'GP' or 'general purpose' vehicle. These robust off-roaders developed a reputation for reliability, but when WWII ended, most of them never returned home to America.

The Toyota That Copied Jeep And Became A Global Icon

Brisbane, Australia CNN —A former US Marine accused of training Chinese military pilots will be extradited to face charges in the United States, Australia’s Attorney General confirmed Monday, dealing a blow to supporters who have mounted a public campaign for his freedom.Daniel Duggan, a naturalized Australian, was arrested in the state of New South Wales in 2022 based on a 2017 US grand jury indictment that accuses him of training Chinese military pilots in violation of a US arms embargo.

Ex-US fighter pilot accused of training Chinese military to be extradited to the United States

Keeping bathroom countertops clean can seem like an impossible task on those busy mornings when you're rushing through your routine to get out of the door on schedule. Trash may even pile up if you are unfortunate to experience multiple equally hectic days within a week. You can tackle that problem pretty easily by repurposing a dishwasher tablet container into a mini trash can to use for litter that would otherwise end up on your bathroom countertops.

Keep Bathroom Counters Clear Of Trash With A Kitchen Item You're Not Using

Hours after Dallas was eliminated from making the NFL’s postseason Sunday, it still affected the playoff race across the NFC.The Cowboys beat Tampa Bay 26-24 on "Sunday Night Football" to win for a fourth time in their last five games after DaRon Bland stripped Buccaneers running back Rachaad White for a fumble with 1:40 remaining in the fourth quarter, ending Tampa’s potentially go-ahead drive on its first play.