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Christmas week is finally here, and a majority of retailers, grocers and most other stores will be closed in observance of the national holiday.If you find yourself in a bind this Christmas, you may be wondering if any stores will be open on Christmas Day for last-minute shopping needs — because even though everything essentially shuts down on on the holiday, life goes on.

A full list of stores open on Christmas Day 2024

What's NewA United States naval strike group, led by a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, was sailing toward the South China Sea on Sunday, according to photos released by the U.S. Navy.The U.S. Seventh Fleet, which has an area of operations that covers the Western Pacific Ocean, confirmed to Newsweek on Monday that aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson and its strike group were underway in the Sulu Sea, located to the east of the South China Sea.

US Carrier Strike Group Nears Contested South China Sea

A lucky winner has finally come forward to claim a huge lottery prize nearly nine months after the winning ticket was drawn.Fox - Fox 29

$1.13B NJ Mega Millions jackpot winner claims prize

ReutersThe Danish government has announced a huge boost in defence spending for Greenland, hours after US President-elect Donald Trump repeated his desire to purchase the Arctic territory.Danish Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said the package was a "double digit billion amount" in krone, or at least $1.5bn (£1.2bn).

Denmark boosts Greenland defence after Trump repeats desire for US control

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe has traveled to within just 3.86 million miles (6.1 million kilometers) of the sun’s surface — a new record — on Christmas Eve.In one of humankind’s most impressive feats of space exploration, Tuesday, Dec. 24 saw a heavily armored NASA spacecraft — no bigger than a small car — became the closest human-made object to the sun in history.

NASA Spacecraft ‘Touches Sun’ In Defining Moment For Humankind

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

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

Dressed in a festive red coat dress with a black bow, Princess Kate hosted the fourth "Royal Carols: Together at Christmas" at London's famed Westminster Abbey. The event was taped earlier this month but was televised in Britain on Christmas Eve.The service was preceded by a voice-over message from the princess, who has had a trying year and recently returned to some of her royal duties after completing chemotherapy treatment for cancer.

Princess Kate talks about 'vulnerabilities,' need for empathy in Christmas Eve broadcast

Volunteers helping to clean up the oil spill on Russia’s Black Sea coast are appealing to Russian President Vladimir Putin for more assistance, as they grapple with environmental havoc across more than 35 miles of coastline.Two Russian tankers carrying thousands of tons of fuel were badly damaged in stormy weather near the Black Sea earlier this month, leading to an oil spill, according to Russian state media.

‘Ordinary people with shovels’: Volunteers cleaning Black Sea oil spill ask Putin for help

State Department unit established in 2016 closes after US Congress fails to extend funding amid Republican accusations.A leading United States government agency that tracks foreign disinformation has terminated its operations, the State Department has said, after Congress failed to extend its funding following years of Republican criticism.

US government agency targeting foreign disinformation shuts down

MAPUTO, Mozambique (AP) — Violence that engulfed Mozambique after the country’s highest court confirmed ruling Frelimo party presidential candidate Daniel Chapo as the winner of disputed Oct. 9 elections killed at least 21 people, including two police officers, authorities said Tuesday.Mozambique Interior Minister Pascoal Ronda told a news conference in Maputo late Tuesday that a wave of violence and looting was sparked by the court’s announcement a day earlier.

21 dead as Mozambique erupts in violence after election court ruling

Iran remains one of Russia’s key regional partners and Moscow has ties with other Syrian groups, as well as Algeria, Libya, Egypt and Sudan, but those relationships cannot compensate for what it lost in SyriaIn September 2015, Russia intervened militarily in Syria’s civil war, propping up Bashar al-Assad’s dictatorship as it teetered on the brink of collapse.

Russia just lost its great-power status

God raised up history’s greatest politician at just the time he sent his opposite into the world. I believe that timing was intentionalJoin Fox News for access to this contentPlus special access to select articles and other premium content with your account - free of charge.By entering your email and pushing continue, you are agreeing to Fox News' Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, which includes our Notice of Financial Incentive. Gaius Octavius was born in 63 B.C. in Rome. When his maternal great uncle,

Jesus and Augustus

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

‘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

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

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?

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

Andrey Demskiy was arrested and charged by the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office on Dec. 20A one-year-old California boy is being remembered as a "kind and joyful soul" after his father has been accused of beheading him.On Friday, Dec. 20, the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) said in a press release shared on Facebook that Andrey Demskiy was arrested around 4:15 a.m. local time that morning following a 911 call about a "family disturbance."

California Father, 28, Accused of Beheading 1-Year-Old Son Days Before Christmas: The Family's 'World Is Shattered'

Terry Bradshaw has been reassured by his FOX peers that they want to see him continue on the show after the ex-Pittsburgh Steelers icon discussed Russell Wilson's success at his old teamTerry Bradshaw has been reassured by his FOX colleagues that retirement isn't on the horizonTerry Bradshaw has had any doubts removed from his FOX colleagues on the topic of retirement, as Michael Strahan cut him off during the show on Sunday.Bradshaw has been appearing on FOX NFL Sunday's programming for three decades and

Terry Bradshaw gets clear retirement message as Michael Strahan interrupts FOX star

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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 ― 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

HONOLULU (AP) — A Hawaii crime boss who died in federal detention this month was killed by an opioid overdose, Honolulu’s medical examiner said Tuesday.Michael Miske, 50, died of “toxicity of fentanyl and para-fluorofentanyl,” the medical examiner’s office said in a statement.

Medical examiner says a Hawaii crime boss died of a drug overdose while in federal detention

'Just as we are outraged about Biden, there should be equal outrage about Kay Granger,' one user postedTexas rep who missed 6 months of votes found living at senior care facilityThe son of Rep. Kay Granger, R-Texas, reportedly categorized the health decline of the 81-year-old congresswoman as 'very rapid.'

Social media frenzy about GOP congresswoman living in retirement facility: 'Compelling case for term limits'

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

Abortion pills account for over 60% of all U.S. abortionsAbortion access ballot protections pass in 7 statesFox News correspondent Mark Meredith reports on the results of abortion referendums in several states on ‘Special Report.’A new study finds many women may be surprised by the intensity of the pain they experience from a chemical abortion.

Many women 'unprepared' for intensity of pain from chemical abortion, study finds

Quick LinksHave you got white smoke pouring from your exhaust? Is it just on start-up, or does it happen while you're accelerating with a fully warmed-up engine? Should you be concerned, and how much will it cost to fix? If any of these questions strike a chord with yourself and your car, or you'd simply like to be more clued-up when it comes to what's being chucked out of your tailpipe, then be sure to read on.

What Does White Smoke From Your Car’s Exhaust Mean?

CNN —Brazilian authorities are investigating after a bridge collapsed Sunday, killing at least four people and sending trucks loaded with sulfuric acid and pesticides plunging into a river, raising concerns about water contamination.More than a dozen people are missing after the 533-meter-long Juscelino Kubitschek de Oliveira bridge – which connects the northeastern cities of Estreito and Aguiarnópolis – gave way.

Thousands of liters of chemicals dumped into Brazilian river during deadly bridge collapse

Southern Idaho is dry and arid, often forsaken and ignored by visiting tourists that motor through on their way to somewhere else. Maybe that's because there's nothing terribly interesting about potato fields or sage brush, right? But that's just the first layer of the onion when it comes to the southern third of the Gem State. A deeper dive — or a longer drive — might be in order. Even disinterested motorists can surely see that the vast sage desert interrupted only by irrigated spud fields and odiferous

Southern Idaho's Most Beautiful Destination Is A Series Of Enchanting Lakes Hiding In The Mountains

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

'It's the worst Christmas movie I've ever seen'Fox News Flash Top Sports Headlines for December 24Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.It's been long debated whether the 2003 film "Love Actually" is a Christmas movie, and Travis Kelce's verdict is in.