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Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.CNN —Flying slowly and silently through the night sky, barn owls are majestic nocturnal hunters that successfully prey on rodents scurrying along the ground below.

Barn owls camouflage themselves by mimicking the moon, scientists say

Learn how to shop safely on your smartphoneHoliday shopping fraud expected to increase due to AIThe busy holiday shopping season is just around the corner and most of us will be targeted by an AI scam.The holiday season is the best time of the year. Many of us spend quality time with our families, enjoy delicious food and even go on vacations. For many, it’s also a time to indulge in shopping. And why not? This is when you find the best deals on your favorite products, whether it’s a new electronic gadget

Steps to protect yourself while shopping on your phone this holiday season

A discredited study that set off a flurry of interest in using an antimalarial drug to treat COVID-19 has now been formally withdrawn.A scientific journal on Tuesday retracted the March 2020 study that introduced the world to hydroxychloroquine early in the COVID-19 pandemic – and confirmed that the attention was undeserved from the start.

Study retracted years after it set off an infamous COVID-19 treatment scandal

Scientifically, it's proven that Santa's magical flying sleigh must have been pulled by a crew of female reindeer. But we assumed that they were male, to the point that we named one Rudolph. Where does this myth come from, is it harmless, and what does it say about us?

The little-known truth behind a Christmas tale

A plot to assassinate Pope Francis during a trip to Iraq was stopped following a tip-off from British intelligence, according to his upcoming autobiography.The Pope writes that, after landing in Baghdad in March 2021, he was told an event at which he was set to appear was being targeted by two suicide bombers.

Pope assassination plot foiled by UK intelligence

Giannis Antetokounmpo secured MVP after leading the Milwaukee Bucks to a 97-81 win over the OKC Thunder in the final of the NBA Cup, becoming the second team to win the tournament.Damian Lillard's contributions were integral to the team's triumph, something that Giannis highlighted while praising Lillard during the prize-giving.

NBA Cup MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo Gives Damian Lillard His Flowers After Tournament Win

The 'America First Act' would remove eligibility for a variety of benefits from noncitizensTom Homan: When I sat down across from Mayor Eric Adams, 'the cop came out of him'Incoming Trump 'border czar' Tom Homan says he is looking forward to meeting with mayors nationwide to combat the migrant crime problem on 'America Reports.

Mike Lee looks to halt welfare for illegals going on under Biden with key budget process

CNN —To help avert potential school violence, students and staff need to know certain warning signs – and feel comfortable reporting them.But “the general public, they really don’t know what to look for,” said former FBI special agent and profiler Mary Ellen O’Toole, who has studied school shootings for more than 20 years.

Watch out for ‘leakage’: These are some clues students can look out for to help prevent school violence

Israeli organisations, some linked to the military, have received more than $250m since the war on Gaza began.On October 7, as Israel began its latest war on Gaza following Hamas’s incursion into southern Israel, the European Union’s position was immediately clear.

EU research funds flow to Israel despite outrage over Gaza war

Dec. 17 (UPI) -- Anti-whaling activist Paul Watson was released from detention in Greenland, his attorney said on Tuesday.Watson, who had been held in the autonomous territory of Denmark for five months, was set free after Danish authorities chose to reject requests to extradite Watson to Japan where he faces a 12-year-old warrant issued for a 2010 incident involving a Japanese whaling ship.

Danish authorites release anti-whaling activist Paul Watson

Unmanned aerial systems have been reported over military installations in New Jersey, Ohio and now on the West CoastRep. Chrissy Houlahan says evidence presented to her shows the drones do not pose any threatRep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pa., said after the House Intelligence Committee's classified briefing on New Jersey drones, she's not concerned about any threat and it's irresponsible to scare the public.

Drones spotted over Camp Pendleton in California posed no threat to operations: report

Getty Images    The walkout could affect several facilities across the US during the busy holiday seasonAmazon workers in the US could go on strike ahead of Christmas, after members of the Teamsters union voted to support industrial action. The workers say online retail giant has refused to recognise their union and ignored a 15 December deadline to hold talks over their contract. Amazon's facilities in Southern California, New York and Illinois could be affected, according to a Teamsters statement. "The

Amazon union in US authorises strike ahead of Christmas

I’d love to see my nephew get married but I’m not getting my hopes upDEAR MISS MANNERS: My siblings and I (all of us in our 40s and 50s) have had a strained relationship over the past few years, for various reasons.

Miss Manners: I don’t know what to make of the surprise wedding invitation

Dec. 18 (UPI) -- Those born on this date are under the sign of Sagittarius.They include:-- Austro-Hungarian Archduke Franz Ferdinand in 1863-- Soviet leader Joseph Stalin in 1878-- Artist Paul Klee in 1879-- Baseball Hall of Fame member Tyrus "Ty" Cobb in 1886

Famous birthdays for Dec. 18: Keith Richards, Rachel Griffiths

Former Illinois prosecutor Kim Foxx license suspended on Dec. 1Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx admits she did not formally recuse herself from the Jussie Smollett caseFormer U.S. Attorney Guy Lewis says he believes the FBI will investigate the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office decision to drop all charges against Jussie Smollett.

George Soros-backed Cook County’s former top prosecutor, Kim Foxx, lost her Illinois license to practice law

Graham opened up on the aftermath of his comments from last weekBrandon Graham did apologize to Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown in regards to comments made last week claiming the two "used to be friends." Hurts and Brown both said they were good and backed up those comments with their play of the field, yet Graham reflected on the aftermath of what transpired.

Eagles' Brandon Graham reflects on aftermath of conversation with Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown

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

‘I knew there was NO way you seen that pattern and clicked order!’@madelinealvaa/TikTok(Licensed)Ordering furniture online always feels like a gamble, and one TikToker decided to lean into that uncertainty in the most amusing way.TikTok user Madeline Alva (@madelinealvaa) had viewers questioning reality when she shared an unboxing video of what she claimed were three couches she ordered from Temu, the popular budget shopping app.

‘I seen the reviews and risked it’: Woman orders 3 couches from Temu for $465. Are they worth it?

Disney said they 'recognize that many parents would prefer to discuss certain subjects with their children'New anti-woke ETF invests in companies shunning DEI policiesJames Fishback, Azoria CEO and co-founder, tells 'Fox & Friends First' about a new ETF investing in anti-DEI companies and the goals for the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

Disney drops transgender storyline from upcoming animated Pixar show 'Win or Lose'

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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FBI warns New Jersey residents not to shoot down drones or point lasers at aircraft

CNN —Hundreds gathered outside the Wisconsin State Capitol on Tuesday night despite the freezing temperatures to remember victims of a private school shooting that left one teacher and a student dead and wounded six others.A Christmas tree decorated for the holiday season was twinkling as mourners gathered to grieve, holding candles and hugging therapy dogs.

Small, tight-knit community in Madison, Wisconsin, reeling from school shooting as authorities continue to seek answers

'We will leave no stone unturned and we will dedicate every resource to this,' Baltimore County Police Chief Robert McCullough saidMaryland mass shooting leaves 1 dead, 9 injuredOne person is dead and nine others are injured after a mass shooting near a funeral home in Towson, Maryland, Baltimore County officials said.

Mass shooting near Maryland funeral home leaves 1 dead, 9 injured

The incident happened at around 7:15 p.m., when officers responded to the 8500 block of Loch Raven Blvd following multiple reports of a shooting, Baltimore County Police Chief Robert McCullough said.“This is an incident that is shocking, particularly for those of us in Baltimore County,” Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski said.

Mass shooting in Towson, Maryland leaves 1 dead and 9 injured

That launch is now scheduled for no earlier than late March.CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA’s two stuck astronauts just got their space mission extended again. That means they won’t be back until spring.NASA said Tuesday that a fresh crew needs to launch from Florida before Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams can return from the International Space Station.

NASA astronauts return to Earth delayed again

Breanna Beacham, 32, was booked into the Burlington County Jail in Mount Holly pending a detention hearingFox News Flash top headlines for December 17Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.A New Jersey woman is facing charges over allegations she bludgeoned her mother to death, according to officials.

New Jersey woman accused of killing her mother by bludgeoning her to death

In the wake of World War II, Japanese automakers were frowned upon in the US of A. We won't highlight the names reserved for Japanese cars, but they were seldom spoken of with any reverence, making it difficult for the manufacturer to crack into what was, at the time, the largest automotive market in the world.

The Japanese Sports Car Built To Conquer America

CNN —The leaders of the Democracy Alliance – a powerful network of liberal donors – will prioritize flipping control of the US House from Republicans in the 2026 cycle, building on gains the group helped engineer in New York and California in this year’s elections.“The House will be a critical place where we will be able to minimize the harms of the (Trump) administration,” the alliance’s president, Pamela Shifman, said of midterm plans shared first with CNN.

Exclusive: Liberal donor network charts plan to seize House in 2026

Choosing a holiday destination this winter? How about a visit to the "most depressing city in America"?Anchorage, Alaska gets the least sunshine of any major U.S. city, according to a study by financial technology company, SmartAsset. The study suggests those with Seasonal Affective Disorder, a form of depression that can be triggered by changes in sunlight, may want to stay clear of Alaska's biggest city.

The Most Depressing City In America During Winter, According To Studies

If you have a small kitchen with limited counter space, you know every square inch is precious real estate. Unfortunately, kitchens are notorious for clutter, as they're a natural gathering space in the home that sees a near-constant stream of activity. Keeping your kitchen tidy, whether that means finding storage for all of your bakeware or attempting to streamline your family's favorite snacks in the pantry, is a struggle.

The Genius And Simple Way To Gain Extra Counter Storage Space In Your Kitchen

Chinese businessman and suspected spy Yang Tengbo, who has alleged ties to Duke of York, has been barred from UKJoin 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.