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WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it would take up TikTok's appeal challenging a federal law that could ban the popular social media app by next month.The court acted just a day after TikTok filed its appeal and will hear oral arguments on Jan. 10 before issuing a decision on whether to put the law on hold.

Supreme Court agrees to hear challenge to TikTok ban

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin police did not plan any public updates Wednesday into the extremely rare religious school shooting that killed a teacher and a student and wounded six others, a day after the city’s mayor chastised reporters and urged them to leave victims alone.

Wisconsin police go quiet on school shooting as search for answers continues

Five months after his involuntary manslaughter case was dismissed, Alec Baldwin is vowing to "expose" the "truth."The "30 Rock" star, 66, opened up about the fatal "Rust" shooting in the Tuesday episode of David Duchovny's "Fail Better" podcast.

Alec Baldwin vows to 'expose what really happened' in 'Rust' shooting case: 'More to come'

The number of extra bedrooms — defined as a bedroom in excess of the number of people in the home, and even including one for an office — has reached a new high, according to a new report from Realtor.com.The seven-fold jump over the past 40 years comes as the number of people in any given household has declined.

American homeowners are wasting more space than ever before

CNN reporters explain what we know about Gaetz reportThe House Ethics Committee secretly voted earlier this month to release its report into the conduct of former Rep. Matt Gaetz before the end of this Congress, according to multiple sources with knowledge of the matter. Gaetz has vigorously denied all the allegations and has characterized the investigation as a witch-hunt.

CNN reporters explain what we know about Gaetz report

ToplineThe Mega Millions jackpot surged to $825 million—the fourth biggest lottery prize of the year so far—after no tickets matched all six numbers drawn on Tuesday night, but the eventual winner will take home a much smaller amount after paying their taxes.Key FactsThe six numbers drawn on Tuesday night were 56, 66, 67, 68, 69 and the gold Mega Ball 18.

Mega Millions Jackpot Prize Vaults To $825 Million—Here’s What A Winner Could Take Home After Taxes

Rodgers' revelation was made in the Netflix docuseries 'Enigma'Fox News Flash Top Sports Headlines for December 17Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.Aaron Rodgers’ flirtation with politics was addressed in the second episode of his three-part Netflix documentary, "Enigma."

Aaron Rodgers suggests JFK assassination piqued his interest in politics, 'disheartened' with two-party system

It's odorless, colorless and deadly. And now, carbon monoxide is yet again in the news.Multiple news outlets report the gas has been preliminarily blamed for the deaths of a dozen people who recently died in a sleeping area above a restaurant at a ski resort in the country of Georgia.Furnaces, generators, grills, small engines and gas vehicles are among common sources of the poisonous gas, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. People often turn to some of those devices during cold

An odorless gas has been blamed for even more deaths: How to stay safe

MAMOUDZOU, Mayotte (AP) — Relatives of families struggling after Cyclone Chido ripped through the French island territory of Mayotte expressed helplessness Wednesday, a day before France’s president and another 180 tons of aid were expected to arrive.Some survivors and aid groups have described hasty burials, the stench of bodies and the devastation of precarious informal settlements whose population of migrants makes it even more challenging to determine the number of dead.

Mayotte families express helplessness after Cyclone Chido rips through French island territory

Disney pulled a transgender storyline from “Win or Lose,” an eight-episode Pixar streaming series that debuts in February, the company said Tuesday.“When it comes to animated content for a younger audience,” a Disney spokesperson said in a statement, “we recognize that many parents would prefer to discuss certain subjects with their children on their own terms and timeline.”

Disney removes transgender storyline from upcoming Pixar streaming series

Reese says she got the love notes while she was in college, and police got involvedFox News Flash Top Sports Headlines for December 17Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.Chicago Sky star Angel Reese revealed on the latest episode of her podcast that prisoners found out her mom’s address and started to write her love letters.

WNBA star Angel Reese reveals creepy love letters from prisoners: 'People are crazy'

Conor McGregor is determined to keep his foot in the door in the combat sports space, and it appears he may be getting some help from some very powerful and influential people.McGregor took to social media on December 17 to announce he was in talks to face influencer and WWE Superstar Logan Paul in an exhibition boxing match in India. According to McGregor’s post, the “Ambani family” are seemingly backing/funding the concept.After the fight, McGregor plans to “seek” his return to the UFC. McGregor

Conor McGregor Vs. Logan Paul: Everything You Need To Know

Political pressure on journalists is common, despite legislation guaranteeing media freedom.Media ownership is divided between foreign and domestic private investors.The government is also an important actor in broadcasting, funding public TV and radio.TV and online are the most popular types of media.

Romania media guide

Reducing compensation for insurance CEOs presents a promising path to lower healthcare costs. This change could directly impact Medicare spending and improve service access for seniors.Healthcare costs have continued to escalate in the United States, with Medicare spending representing a significant portion of this expenditure. High salaries for insurance company executives contribute to overall inefficiencies in the system.

Cut Healthcare Costs: Reform CEO Compensation to Save Medicare Funds

QUETTA, Pakistan (AP) — Pakistani authorities on Wednesday postponed a polio vaccination campaign in the country’s restive southern Balochistan province after health workers boycotted it to oppose a proposed privatization of hospitals.Authorities on Monday launched the final nationwide polio vaccination campaign for the year, aiming to protect 45 million children.

Pakistan postpones polio vaccination drive in southwest after health workers boycotted it

It’s that time of year again when we’re all searching for the perfect gifts for the people we love. The thoughtful present for mom, who patiently answers your random questions like, “How do I know if the chicken’s done?” or “What was the name of that medicine again?” The gift for dad, who definitely doesn’t need anything, but you’re getting him something anyway, because you care.

The Chic Home Gifts Your Best Friend Deserves (and Actually Wants)

‘I can’t imagine not doing this.’Sometimes, we take things for granted—like the hold-open clip most of us use when filling up our cars. But it was a game changer for one TikTok user.It took three-plus decades, but TikToker Kate Steiner (@k8steiner) finally discovered how useful that little clip on the gas nozzle could be, and she decided to tell her viewers about it.

‘Only took 34 years to figure this out’: Woman stops for gas. Then she realizes she’s been using the pump wrong this whole time

As temperatures dip and the risk of snow looms, people have been warned not to panic buy over the winter period.Brits are being warned to think twice before they head out to stockpile essentials like milk, bread and loo roll this winter. This comes after the country saw its first batch of widespread snow earlier this month.

Urgent warning to anyone buying milk, bread and toilet roll from supermarkets

Jefferson County prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for the eight people charged in the horrific kidnapping, torture and killing of Mahogany Jackson.Deputy District Attorney Charissa Henrich on Friday filed the motion to officially notify the court of the district attorney’s office decision to seek death if the suspects are convicted of capital murder.

Death penalty sought for 8 charged in Birmingham kidnapping, torture, killing of Mahogany Jackson

A man from Ontario, Canada, recently got an unexpected surprise at his local grocery store when he was given a senior citizen discount—despite only being 48 years old.The anonymous poster, who goes by u/Themusicison on Reddit, shared the moment on the popular r/mildlyinfurating subreddit where it quickly gained attention with over 50,000 upvotes and thousands of comments.

Man Buys Groceries—Shock As He Later Realizes What's Written on the Receipt

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Gaetz's statement came after news outlets reported the House Ethics Committee would release its investigative report on the former Congressman.Former Rep. Matt Gaetz said Wednesday that he had sent money to his girlfriends, and that he "probably partied, womanized, drank and smoked more than I should have" when he was younger.

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz says he 'often sent funds' to girlfriends

California has been given the green light by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars and light trucks by 2035.In 2022, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved a controversial plan, dubbed the Advanced Clean Cars II Regulations (ACC II), to begin phasing out sales of new gas-powered cars and light trucks in the state.

EPA allows California to ban gas-powered new car sales by 2035

Supreme Court agrees to hear TikTok's challenge to law that could ban it

The Supreme Court agreed to review a lower court's decision that Medicaid patients have the right to choose their health care provider.WASHINGTON − The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will review South Carolina’s efforts to strip Planned Parenthood of Medicaid funds, taking on another dispute in the abortion wars in conservative states.The justices agreed to review a lower court’s decision that Medicaid patients have the right to choose their health care provider.Although Planned Parenthood is barred

Can Planned Parenthood be stripped of Medicaid funding? Supreme Court to weigh in

WASHINGTON >. The U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates a quarter percentage point today signaled it will slow the pace at which borrowing costs fall any further, given a relatively stable unemployment rate and little recent improvement in inflation.“Economic activity has continued to expand at a solid pace” with an unemployment rate that “remains low” and inflation that “remains somewhat elevated,” the central bank’s rate-setting Federal Open Market Committee said in its latest policy statement.

Fed lowers key rate quarter-point; sees slower pace of cuts

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday declared a state of emergency to boost the state’s response to the avian flu, which has infected more than 600 dairy herds and 34 people in the state amid a national outbreak that began in the spring.The proclamation gives state and local agencies additional flexibility on staffing, contracting and other rules to support the H5N1 response, according to a statement from the governor’s office.

Gov. Newsom declares state of emergency over bird flu to boost California’s response

An ICE official told Fox News Digital 16 of the migrants 'are suspected of being members or associates of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua'Aurora, Colorado, police arrest suspected migrant gang members in brutal robberyAurora, Colorado, city council member Danielle Jurinsky joins ‘Fox & Friends’ to discuss the migrant crisis in her city after 14 suspected gang members were arrested in a brutal home invasion.

Five more migrants detained in Aurora, Colorado, home invasion possibly linked to brutal Venezuelan gang

SUVs are some of the best-selling vehicles on the market. Models like the Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Honda CR-V, and many more have become huge sales successes in recent years. Sedans were once quite popular vehicles in America, but today, monocoque crossovers and SUVs are ruling the roost.Though SUVs are now more popular than sedans, there's one Japanese hybrid sedan that's putting up a fight against sport utility vehicles. It's a big sales hit, and it provides just as much value as some of the most popular

10 Reasons Why This Japanese Hybrid Sedan Holds Its Own Against A Sea Of SUVs

CNN —A version of this story appeared in CNN’s What Matters newsletter. To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here.President-elect Donald Trump isn’t only busy getting ready to return to the White House. He’s also engaged in a multi-front war with media organizations.

Trump 2.0 greets the press with a fight

It's known that Colorado has some of the best skiing in the U.S. While the state might be best known for destinations like Aspen and the iconic resort town of Vail (which some locals love to hate), it also has some fantastic smaller ski spots.

A Beautifully Snowy And Under-The-Radar Colorado Resort Was Called America's 'Best Small Ski Area'

CNN —The oldest known tablet inscribed with the Ten Commandments from the Old Testament sold on Wednesday for $5.04 million, more than double its high estimate.The stone, which dates back around 1,500 years to the Late Roman-Byzantine era, sparked more than 10 minutes of “intense” bidding, according to a statement from Sotheby’s New York, which hosted the sale.