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BEIRUT (AP) — A prominent Lebanese politician held talks on Sunday with the insurgent who led the overthrow of Syria’s President Bashar Assad, with both expressing hope for a new era in relations between their countries.Druze leader Walid Jumblatt is the most prominent Lebanese politician to visit Syria since the Assad family’s 54-year rule ended two weeks ago.

Prominent Lebanese figure meets Syrian insurgent who led Assad’s ouster, seeking better relations

Smith also addresses whether he would, in theory, vote for President-elect Donald TrumpWould Stephen A. Smith have voted for Trump if he could have?ESPN's Stephen A. Smith tells 'Life, Liberty & Levin' whether, in theory, he'd vote for President-elect Donald Trump.

Stephen A. Smith regrets backing VP Harris, 'open' to voting GOP: 'Not interested' in the 'fear mongering'

After Blake Lively filed a sexual harassment and retaliation legal complaint against her 'It Ends With Us' director and costar Justin Baldoni, he was dropped by his talent agency.Originally appeared on E! OnlineTalent agency WME has dropped Justin Baldoni as a client following news Blake Lively had accused him in a legal complaint of sexual harassment, The New York Times — citing exec Ari Emanuel — confirmed.

Justin Baldoni dropped by talent agency after Blake Lively's complaint

The place where workers are happiest with their pay isn't a Big Tech company based in an expensive coastal city, but rather an HR business located in the Sun Belt.Paycom, an HR and payroll tech company based in Oklahoma City, was named the No.

This is the No. 1 company where workers are happy with their pay—it's not based in New York or San Francisco

The SummaryThe bird flu outbreak took several concerning turns this year, with the number of human cases up to at least 64.Experts outlined several indicators that the virus’ spread is going in the wrong direction.Among them are recent detections of the virus in wastewater and signs of dangerous mutations.

Key warning signs about bird flu are all going in the wrong direction

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

BOGOTÁ, Colombia (AP) — Colombia’s largest remaining rebel group announced a unilateral truce on Sunday, to last until Jan. 3, the first since the previous ceasefire broke down in August.In a statement posted on X, the National Liberation Army said that it will halt attacks on the military as the nation celebrates Christmas and New Year’s.

Colombia’s ELN rebels announce Christmas truce

Sen. John Fetterman again discusses Trump transition on ABC's 'This Week'Fetterman calls NY Trump case politically motivated on ‘The View’The ‘Outnumbered’ panelists weigh in on recent comments by Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., who suggested that President-elect Donald Trump should be pardoned in connection with the New York hush money case.

Fetterman: Those hoping Trump fails are 'rooting against the nation'

It was a headline plastered on every major news outlet — “The Golden State Killer Arrested.”In 2018, with the use of genetic genealogy, Joseph DeAngelo was apprehended for a series of murders committed in the 1970s and ‘80s.That was around the same time Jacob Cockcroft began to think about another case — one close to home.

Grandson taking on investigation into 1992 murder of Daytona Beach woman Hazelle Fenty

He thinks I’m a party pooper. I’m exhausted by all the cooking and cleaning.DEAR ABBY: My boyfriend and I recently bought our first house together.It has an outdoor kitchen and other features he really likes. I like it too, but there have been some issues already in the first month or two.

Dear Abby: I’m fed up with my boyfriend showing off our house to strangers

Google’s new quantum chip, Willow, drastically reduces computation times.Its speed and accuracy could theoretically provide hackers with the tools to unlock the algorithms that bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are built upon.But Google says it is still 10 years away from quantum that can decode crypto, and new quantum-safe cryptocurrencies may emerge.

What Google's quantum computing breakthrough Willow means for the future of bitcoin and other cryptos

Skip the junk. Shop practical portable chargers, hand warmers and of course, a few cheeky ornaments.— Recommendations are independently chosen by our editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us and our publishing partners a commission.If you have a White Elephant gift exchange coming up, I have news for you: You don't have to buy junk that no one wants.

Last-minute White Elephant gifts everyone will want to steal

’Tis the season for gifting, and young people aren’t leaving themselves out.Nearly half of Gen Z (47%) and millennial (43%) consumers plan to buy gifts for themselves this holiday season, according to researchers at the consulting firm Deloitte.

Young adults are keeping themselves on their holiday gift lists

USA TODAY and Yahoo may earn commission from links in this article. Pricing and availability subject to change.Christmas is this week and if you are looking to conduct a banking transaction or mail a package, you may want to plan ahead.Almost all grocery store, restaurant and retail chains will be open on Christmas Eve, albeit most with adjusted hours, and banks and post offices will be no different.

Are banks, post offices, UPS and FedEx open on Christmas Eve 2024? Will mail be delivered?

Can the 12-team playoff salvage itself with more competitive games in the next round?Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin swallowed his keyboard shortly after 8 pm ET Saturday night.That was about the time Ohio State started boat racing Tennessee in the last of four blowouts in the first round of the expanded 12-team College Football Playoff.

College Football Playoff's first round was a predictable dud, but quarterfinals feature compelling matchups

MIAMI, Dec. 22 (UPI) -- The Miami Marlins traded left-handed pitcher Jesus Luzardo to the Philadelphia Phillies, the teams announced Sunday.Former Phillies top prospects Starlyn Caba and Emaarion Boyd are headed to the Marlins as part of the four-player deal. The Marlins sent minor league catcher Paul McIntosh to the Phillies in the swap.

Miami Marlins trade pitcher Jesus Luzardo to Philadelphia Phillies

A manhunt is underway for a man who is believed to have set a woman sleeping in a subway car on fire, leading to her death.The woman, who was not identified, was asleep on an idle F train Sunday morning at the Stillwell Avenue station in Brooklyn just before 7:30 a.m., the New York Police Department said.

NYPD searching for man who fatally set woman on fire in the subway

At least 32 people were killed in crowd crushes at two separate charity events in Nigeria on Saturday, police say.Some 22 people were killed at an event held in a community center in Okija in the southeastern state of Anambra, state police said on Sunday.The event was held to distribute bags of rice to women in need, state broadcaster Radio Nigeria reported.

Crowd crushes at two charity events in Nigeria kill at least 32 people

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

‘I don’t need a reminder of being broke.’@strictlychaotic/TikTokRob Wilson/ShutterStock(Licensed)A Wells Fargo customer saw a Tesla driver withdraw money from an ATM, and when she pulled up right behind that driver for her turn in line, she got to play detective thanks to that driver leaving a receipt behind.

‘I feel like broke people don’t do this’: Wells Fargo customer sees Tesla driver withdraw $100 from ATM. Then she sees what he left behind

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Louisiana’s prison system routinely holds people weeks and months after they have completed their sentences, the U.S. Department of Justice alleged in a lawsuit filed Friday. The suit against the state of Louisiana follows a multiyear investigation into what federal officials say is a pattern of “systemic overdetention” that violates inmates’ rights and costs taxpayers millions of dollars a year.

Louisiana often holds inmates past their release date, DOJ lawsuit claims

The lead-up into the holidays will be heavy on precipitation for many Americans as another storm system moves in across the Great Lakes and Northeast regions, bringing rain and snow in the days before Christmas.Those in the Northeast were already treated to snow on Saturday, the first day of winter, and are expected to get another few inches between Monday and Tuesday.

More snow expected in Northeast and Great Lakes region ahead of Christmas

Unlock the latest Philadelphia Eagles news — direct to your inbox.The Philadelphia Eagles lost starting quarterback Jalen Hurts to a concussion during their Week 16 game against the Washington Commanders, with the NFL All-Pro and 2-time Pro Bowler ruled out of the game after a hit from Washington linebacker Frankie Luvu in the first half.

Eagles Get Scary Injury Update on $255 Million All-Pro QB Jalen Hurts

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

Rep. Kay Granger, R-Texas, served in House since 1997Fox News Flash top headlines for December 22Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.Rep. Kay Granger, R-Texas, has been living in a retirement facility, a source told Fox News on Sunday.

GOP rep who hasn't voted in months living in retirement facility: source

The midsize SUV class has grown to be one of the most popular vehicle classes in the automotive industry. Nearly every automaker has its own version of a midsize SUV, giving you lots of great options. With so many to choose from, it can be daunting to figure out which vehicle has everything you want when you get behind the wheel.

10 Midsize SUVs You Should Buy Used

Its glühwein stalls, festooned with Christmas lights and tinsel, stand emptied and shuttered.On the cordoned off market street, in the center of Magdeburg, German police stand guard as, one officer told CNN, forensic teams carefully examine the crime scene before scrubbing the blood stains from the road.

Anti-immigrant anger rises at scene of German market attack

Alcohol service has long been a feature of island air travel, and policies vary widely by airline. Airlines must carefully balance customer service and safety on Hawaii routes, especially as ongoing alcohol-related disruptions continue to make headlines. Here’s how major airlines serving Hawaii each manage in-flight alcohol service.

What Airlines Aren’t Telling You About Drinks on Hawaii Flights

Maintaining pristine white laundry can be a challenge, but there’s a natural solution hiding in your kitchen that outperforms harsh chemicals. Lemon juice, a common culinary ingredient, proves to be an exceptional whitening agent for clothes and linens. This eco-friendly alternative not only brightens fabrics effectively but also preserves their quality, making it a superior choice to traditional bleach.

Forget bleach for laundry, this kitchen product is much more effective.

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reservedPresident-elect Donald Trump speaks at AmericaFest, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)PHOENIX – Donald Trump suggested Sunday that his new administration could try to regain control of the Panama Canal that the United States “foolishly” ceded to its Central American ally, contending that shippers are charged “ridiculous” fees to pass through the vital transportation channel linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.