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Edie Falco appeared on Knicks stars' podcastNick breaks down why Jalen Brunson signed a 'discounted' extension with the Knicks | What's Wright?Nick Wright dives into Jalen Brunson's discounted four-year, $156.6 million extension with the New York Knicks, which left $113 million on the table if he waited another year.

'Sopranos' star says she wanted to 'go after' 76ers' Joel Embiid for elbowing Knicks guard during playoff game

"Home Alone" director Chris Columbus finally revealed what jobs Kevin McCallister’s parents had to be able to afford their stunning Chicago home.Originally appeared on E! OnlineThe mystery is solved, ya filthy animals!"Home Alone" director Chris Columbus finally put an end to the incessant wondering as to where Kevin McCallister’s parents got the funds to afford their beautiful — and massive — Chicago mansion.

The biggest ‘Home Alone' mystery has finally been solved

Former major of Taipei Ko Wen-je has been indicted over property development and campaign finance scandals.Taiwan’s former presidential candidate Ko Wen-je has been charged for allegedly accepting bribes and misusing political donations.Ko was indicted by prosecutors on Thursday following probes into alleged corruption in the redevelopment of a shopping centre in Taipei during his time as mayor of the Taiwanese capital and campaign finance irregularities during his 2024 presidential run.

Taiwan’s presidential hopeful Ko charged with bribery, misusing donations

The Kremlin on Thursday warned against speculating what may have caused an Azerbaijan Airlines flight to crash, killing 38 of the 67 on board, after an aviation expert said evidence indicated that a Russian anti-missile battery may have brought down the passenger plane.The Embraer 190 crashed near the Kazakh city of Aktau, Kazakhstan, while en route from Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, to Grozny in Chechnya in Russia on Wednesday.

Kremlin warns against speculation that Russia shot down Azerbaijan Airlines flight

Dec. 26 (UPI) -- An ambush in Syria by suspected loyalists to deposed President Bashar al-Assad killed as many as 20 members of Syria's new security force in the west of the country Thursday, officials said.The security forces, consisting mostly of former opposition rebels, had been fighting with remaining Assad supporters in western Syria, trying to take into custody former government officials.

Ambush kills as many as 20 Syrian forces

There’s no legal way to expel Americans from their home country. Trump wants the public to think otherwise.In a Sunday interview with NBC News, President-elect Donald Trump repeated what is becoming one of the incoming administration’s most provocative talking points: When parents of U.S. citizens face deportation, his administration will deport the whole family together.

What Trump Really Means When He Threatens To Deport Americans

Christians worldwide observe Christmas, but celebrations are subdued in Bethlehem during Israel’s genocide in Gaza.Pope Francis calls for “arms to be silenced” around the world, appealing for peace in the Middle East, Ukraine and Sudan in his Christmas address as he denounces the “extremely grave” humanitarian situation in Gaza.

Calls for global peace during Christmas celebrations

Oregon became the first 'sanctuary state' in 1987Trump incoming 'border czar' Tom Homan outlines plan for mass deportationsTom Homan explains how he plans to implement mass deportations for illegal migrants on ‘Hannity.’Oregon’s top law enforcement officer rolled out what she called bilingual "Sanctuary Promise Community Toolkit" to help residents refresh their knowledge of the Beaver State’s relevant laws.

Oregon AG creates sanctuary ‘toolkit’ ahead of likely Trump-Homan illegal immigration crackdown

Big money, big ideas and big egos — the art world has all the necessary ingredients for a juicy controversy.This may be why eye-rolling and schadenfreude emerge so virulently whenever said controversies occur. After all, as the American painter Ad Reinhardt once quipped: “Art is too serious to be taken seriously.”

Divisive royal portraits and a $6.2-million banana: 2024’s biggest art controversies

A top Republican on the House DOGE caucus has revealed to DailyMail.com some jaw-dropping government projects that will be cut by Donald Trump's new initiative.The president-elect tasked Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy with cutting trillions in federal spending in the coming years using the newly developed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

DOGE insider reveals wildest government spending splurges to be cut

Attack comes after police impose curfews following protests prompted by an online video of an attack on an Alawite shrine.Members of the Syrian police have been killed in an “ambush” by forces loyal to the ousted President Bashar al-Assad in Tartous governorate in the latest security challenge for the new administration that came to power a fortnight ago.

Syria says 14 policemen killed in ambush by forces loyal to al-Assad

The retired journalist fell into a ravine while hiking in Georgia with her boyfriendRescuers at Colorado's Winter Park Resort save passengers trapped in gondolaMore than 170 rescued at Winter Park Resort in Colorado following gondola malfunction. (Credit: Aleksey Dmitriyev)A beloved television news anchor from Georgia fell into a ravine while hiking – prompting emergency responders to pull-off a daring rescue.

Retired Georgia news anchor falls into ravine, rescued by helicopter in elaborate rescue: report

South Korean retailer Shinsegae plans to set up a joint venture with Alibaba International, Shinsegae affiliate E-Mart said on Thursday.The joint venture will be formed partly by Shinsegae investing its 100% stake in South Korean e-commerce platform Gmarket, it said in a regulatory filing.AliExpress Korea and Gmarket will be incorporated into the joint venture, which will be set up in 2025.

South Korea's Shinsegae to set up joint venture with Alibaba International

This year was full of first-of-its-kind stories that got Americans talking.From Diddy’s arrest to the Menendez brothers' fight for freedom, here's a look back at some of the most talked about stories of 2024.Alaska door plug incidentMinutes after Alaska Airlines flight 1282 took off from Portland International Airport on Jan. 5, a door plug blew out, sparking chaos on the plane.

The US stories everyone was talking about in 2024

May these signs give you the strength to survive the holidays.We're mere days away from finishing 2024, it's a crawl to the finish. But you know what might help? Taking a gander at the funniest signs of the week, courtesy of r/funnysigns:

Forgive Me, I'm Still Laughing At The 16 Funniest Signs Of The Week

Terry Bradshaw and Jimmy Johnson are known for their playful on-screen chemistry, but the former took it to new levels with a hilarious lie about his singing careerNFL legend Terry Bradshaw's humorous side has been unveiled once again after the public learnt of a gag he played on close pal Jimmy Johnson.

Terry Bradshaw leaves FOX NFL Sunday star red-faced as 'off-screen lie' comes to light

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

AI chatbots already gather information about where you live from your IP addressWould you want to chat with this creepy-looking Lego head powered by AIDave is the world's most advanced AI Lego robotic head.This is a heartbreaking story out of Florida. Megan Garcia thought her 14-year-old son was spending all his time playing video games.

10 things you should never tell an AI chatbot

On Christmas Day, Beyoncé’s daughter Blue Ivy was in the stadium for her mom’s first-ever live performance of her Cowboy Carter songs. The show took place during halftime at the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens’ game, and the crowd went wild for their hometown super star.

See Blue Ivy Perform With Beyoncé at Her Christmas Halftime Show

‘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

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A taxi plowed into multiple people after it hopped a curb in a popular tourist area of Manhattan, sending three pedestrians to the hospital — including a young boy and his mother visiting from another country, according to law enforcement sources.The cab was heading west on 34th Street just after 4 p.m. on Christmas when it veered onto the sidewalk at Sixth Avenue near Herald Square, police said.

Child and mother among 6 struck by taxi that veered onto sidewalk in Manhattan

Boulder County, Colorado CNN —Grass fires aren’t out of the ordinary here in the high desert foothills, so Allison Bequette wasn’t terribly surprised when one forced her and other drivers on a detour.What was striking to her, however, was the sheer intensity and size of the flames.

Disasters and extreme weather are making America’s homes even more unaffordable

The Earth was ready for its close-up this year. NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellites, or GOES-16 satellites, captured several spectacular weather events from hurricanes, supercell storms, wildfires and an amazing total solar eclipse.About the GOES-16 satelliteThe GOES-16, also known as GOES-R before it reached its geostationary orbit, is operated by NASA and NOAA and is focused on the Americas.

Amazing imagery from the GOES-16 satellite shows major weather events in 2024

This is an adapted excerpt from the Dec. 17 episode of “Deadline: White House.”During Vice President Kamala Harris' first speech since her election loss to President-elect Donald Trump, she urged the crowd of young community leaders in Maryland to“stay in the fight.”

Harris urges supporters to ‘stay in the fight,’ as her political future remains uncertain

Move over Michael Vick.While the former Falcons quarterback prepares to enter the college coaching ranks, he has been replaced atop one chapter of the NFL history book.By one yard, the Ravens’ Lamar Jackson is now the NFL’s all-time leading rusher for a quarterback.

Lamar Jackson surpasses Michael Vick as NFL’s leading rushing quarterback

Key TakeawaysFemale stroke survivors are less likely to take meds that could prevent a second strokeThey’re less likely to take cholesterol-lowering drugs or blood thinners than menMexican-American women appeared to drive these numbersOriginally published on healthday.com, part of the BLOX Digital Content Exchange.

Women Are Less Likely Than Men to Take Medication After a Stroke, Study Suggests

Leonard Stevenson even watched three of his cars being assembledLeonard Stevenson’s 1992 Chevrolet Camaro is not just one in a million. It’s one in six million.More specifically, it’s the last of 6.3 million. That’s the total number of vehicles that were produced in General Motors’ Van Nuys, California, assembly plant between 1947 and 1992 – the year Leonard’s Bright Red Z28 “heritage” rolled off the line in August.

Meet the Man Who’s Owned 11 Camaros

AP —A taxicab hit six pedestrians in midtown Manhattan on Wednesday, police said, with three people — including a 9-year-old boy — transported to hospitals for their injuries.A New York Police Department spokesperson said the taxi driver may have suffered a medical episode, but that the investigation had yet to confirm that.

New York taxi driver hits 6 pedestrians, 3 taken to hospital, police say

On the outskirts of Pensacola lies the small town of Milton, Florida. It's an hour or so east of the famous Florida-Alabama state line, sitting at the mouth of the beautiful Blackwater River. The picturesque river is lined with little sandy beaches and features clear but tannin-stained water and peaceful surroundings.

One Of Florida's Oldest Towns Is A Panhandle Paradise Called The State's 'Canoe Capital'

George Pimentel/Getty ImagesEven if you splurge on the most beautiful tile for your renovation, if you skip the crucial prep work, your flawless design might crumble before your eyes. That's why it's important to approach the tile-laying process with care and keep expert advice from professionals in mind. Luckily, some HGTV stars have shared their insights on the process, including Mike Holmes Jr., a licensed contractor and woodworker who you might remember from "Holmes Family Rescue." As the son of renowned

The Important Prep Work HGTV's Mike Holmes Jr. Wouldn't Skip Before Laying Tile

Stephen Vagg wrote a biography on 'The Time Machine' actor and '101 Dalmatians' voice actor, 'Rod Taylor: An Aussie in Hollywood'‘The Birds’ star enjoyed ‘hard drinking’ and ‘casual romances’: bookStephen Vagg has written a biography on the late actor titled Rod Taylor: An Aussie in Hollywood.