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Florida sheriff says 'expect to be shot' after homeowner opens fire on intrudersManatee County Sheriff Rick Wells provides updates about deadly home invasion shootingManatee County Sheriff Rick Wells spoke with the media Friday about an attempted home invasion that led to the death of one suspect and the arrest of another.

'You should expect to be shot': Florida homeowner fatally guns down masked intruder, scares off another

DEIR AL BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — Israel’s army detained the director of one of the last functioning hospitals in northern Gaza as overnight strikes in the enclave killed nine people including children, Palestinian medical officials said, while sirens rang out across Israel.

Israel detains director of one of last functioning hospitals in northern Gaza, Palestinians say

When I left a 20-year career as a journalist and editor to launch a brand of weighted stuffed animals, my friends and colleagues were shocked. Frankly, I was too. But I knew my career shift was the culmination of a lifelong mission.My family arrived in Columbus, Ohio, from Russia in the 80s when I was two.

I turned a wellness side hustle into a full-time business that made over $1 million in sales its first year: I'm 'doing what I set out to do as a kid'

Barcelona midfielder left in limbo with exit looming after Spanish court rejects player’s registration.A Spanish court has rejected Barcelona’s request to register Dani Olmo beyond the year’s end, potentially pushing the star closer to leaving the Catalan giants for free.The Spain playmaker, who has six goals in 15 appearances for the Bernabeu-based club this season, signed from Bundesliga club RB Leipzig last summer for a reported $62.5m, but La Liga rules limiting spending on wages and transfers complicated his registration.

Olmo closer to Barcelona exit after registration request rejected

Musk calls some Trump supporters ‘contemptible fools,’ escalating tension with MAGA hardlinersCNN's Katilan Collins and Jonah Goldberg discuss the escalating tension between Elon Musk and members of a MAGA faction that includes long-time Trump ally Laura Loomer.

Musk calls some Trump supporters ‘contemptible fools,’ escalating tension with MAGA hardliners

‘Are you kidding me?’(Licensed)This Walmart shopper called out other customers for abandoning food. Commenters say there may be more to the story than she thinks.In the United States, about 30% to 40% of what goes into the food supply (including in retail and consumer settings) goes to waste, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.

‘Thousands of dollars worth of merchandise’: Walmart shopper says people are ‘abandoning’ their shopping carts full of items

Catch up on all your favorite shows and movies with these streaming servicesGet excited about all the new shows and movies out in 2025! (iStock )2025 is an exciting year for TV shows and movies! From crime dramas to reality shows and action-packed movies, there’s something everyone will love in the new year.

New TV shows and movies coming in 2025: Where to watch and catch up on prior seasons

Tech billionaire Elon Musk faced accusations of censorship Friday from fellow conservatives after several prominent right-wing accounts who had criticized Musk's views on immigration said that they subsequently lost access to premium features on Musk's social media app, X.At least 14 conservative accounts said late Thursday or Friday that X had revoked their blue verification badge, cutting them off from a variety of premium features, including the ability to monetize their accounts through subscriptions and advertising revenue-sharing, according to a review conducted by NBC News.

Elon Musk accused of censoring conservatives on X who disagree with him about immigration

Dec. 27 (UPI) -- Germany will elect a new government seven months ahead of schedule after President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved parliament and called for snap elections on Friday.The new elections will happen on Feb. 23 to replace the governing coalition that had been led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz before it fell apart.

Germany's president dissolves parliament, sets new elections for February

My family has completely disowned meDear Eric: I would love to hear from you and your readers if anyone has this experience and advice on how to manage the repercussions.Our daughter was recently wed to a great guy. The two of them decided on the wedding invite list.

Asking Eric: I’m not the bride, so why is everyone mad at me?

AG Kris Mayes said Arizona, New Mexico and California are united on border policyTom Homan: Things will be better in New York City very quickly if this happensIncoming Trump 'border czar' Tom Homan opens up about efforts to combat migrant crime on 'Jesse Watters Primetime.'

Arizona attorney general warns Trump deporting Dreamers would be a ‘bright red line’

The mystery disease affecting people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo most likely is caused by a respiratory virus exacerbated by malaria and malnutrition, according to a report released by the WHO on Friday. This assessment contrasts with earlier reports that the illness previously called “disease X” resulted from severe malaria.

Mystery Disease In Congo Caused By Acute Respiratory Infections, Says WHO

Sean “Diddy” Combs has been fighting the charges and claims against him since his arrest earlier this year. However, he is now taking the offensive against one of the people who sued him. This isn’t because of what the accuser is doing to him. He wants sanctions brought against the man for bringing Jennifer Lopez into the court battle.Here is what happened and what Combs wants done about it.Diddy Seeks Sanctions Against New AccuserDerrick Lee Cardello-Smith is suing Sean “Diddy” Combs. However,

Diddy Wants Sanctions After Jennifer Lopez Dragged Into Lawsuits

For better or worse, most of what you already know about health insurance isn’t changing next year.The good news is that you won’t need to relearn the basics if your plan is changing in 2025. The bad news is that the risk of unexpected bills remains, in part because the fine print for most policies “can get very complicated,” said Gary Young, director of the Center for Health Policy and Healthcare Research at Northeastern University.This year, frustrations are running especially high. The killing of

New year, new health benefits? Here's how to keep your out-of-pocket costs down.

Investigators believe the suspect went to Paul Clifford's home and requested help with car troubleFight at Phoenix airport leaves 3 shot, 1 stabbedThe latest news on a violent incident at a Phoenix airport that left several people injured, one in critical condition.A good Samaritan in Arizona was found dead near a smoldering vehicle on Christmas Eve near a dirt road, authorities said.

Body of Arizona good Samaritan found near smoldering vehicle on dirt road

Here's why the Honor Magic V3 is my favorite phone of 2024The best phones on sale today aren't the same around the world, which is why I like to use this time of year to look back at some amazing devices that don't get recognized due to their limited releases.

My favorite Android phone of the year isn't from Samsung or Google — and it sets a new standard

‘Are you serious?’This woman said ordering food at a restaurant shouldn’t be nearly as expensive as it is. Here’s why.We’ve all had the experience at a restaurant where we see a simple food item—be it scrambled eggs, an olive appetizer, or a simple salad—marked up so high that we can’t even justify ordering it, knowing it’s just so much cheaper and pretty simple to make at home.

‘If I didn’t say anything…’: Cheesecake Factory customer orders plain ‘98-cent’ spaghetti noodles. Then she gets the check

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen quit the World Rapid Chess Championship on Friday after he refused to change out of the jeans he was wearing, according to the International Chess Federation (FIDE).Carlsen, who has won five world rapid and seven world blitz titles in the last 10 years, also withdrew from the World Blitz Championship which follows the tournament.

Magnus Carlsen quits World Rapid and Blitz Championships after refusing to change out of jeans

The IRS will distribute about $2.4 billion in the coming weeks to taxpayers who had not claimed a Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns - here's what we know about the paymentsAbout a million taxpayers are in for a financial surprise as they're set to automatically receive special payments of up to $1,400 from the IRS.

IRS to send $1,400 to a million Americans - here's who qualifies

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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Homelessness among veterans dropped to record low this yearChicago locals frustrated with Democratic mayor as funds go to migrants instead of homeless crisisFox News correspondent Garrett Tenney has more as Chicagoans are enraged by homelessness and the migrant influx in their communities on 'America Reports.'The United States saw an 18.1% increase in homelessness this year, which federal officials attribute to a rising number of asylum seekers, lack of affordable housing and natural disasters.

US homelessness up double digits, rising numbers of asylum seekers, affordability crisis among causes

Holiday travelers returning home this weekend could contend with more delays at airports as severe thunderstorms intensify in the South and a parade of atmospheric river-fueled storms slams the West.More flight delays and cancellations could be on the horizon this busy holiday weekend after nearly 18,000 flights into, out of or within the United States were delayed or canceled Thursday and Friday, according to FlightAware.com.

Coast-to-coast storms could bring more delays for holiday travelers this weekend

Update, Dec. 28, 2024: This story, originally published Dec. 27 now includes more information regarding Gmail and other email-based credential compromise attacks and why Google’s Advanced Protection Program is the mitigation you need.The evolution of hack attacks shows no sign of slowing down, and this appears to be particularly true when it comes to the silver bullet threat combination of phishing and Gmail account compromise.

Critical Gmail Warning As Google Prompts Used In Ongoing Attacks

Two Democrats are aiming to trade the halls of Capitol Hill for governor's mansions in their home states of New Jersey and Virginia.Reps. Mikie Sherrill, 52, and Abigail Spanberger, 45, were part of a wave of Democratic recruits with national security credentials who helped their party regain control of the House of Representatives in the 2018 midterms, partly as a response to then-President Donald Trump's chaotic first year in office.

With Trump's return, these House Democrats look for influence outside of Washington

Longtime CBS sportscaster Greg Gumbel has died from cancerNEW YORK — Greg Gumbel, a longtime CBS sportscaster, has died from cancer, according to a statement from family released by CBS on Friday. He was 78.“He leaves behind a legacy of love, inspiration and dedication to over 50 extraordinary years in the sports broadcast industry; and his iconic voice will never be forgotten,” his wife Marcy Gumbel and daughter Michelle Gumbel said in a statement.

Sportscaster Greg Gumbel dies from cancer at age 78

After someone in southwest Louisiana was hospitalized with a severe case of bird flu, the first such illness reported in the United States, health workers swabbed the person’s nose and throat, looking for genetic clues about the virus. On Thursday, federal health officials reported some unsettling results. Some of the genetic samples contained mutations that in theory might help the bird flu virus, H5N1, infect people more easily. One of those...

Bird Flu Samples From Very Ill Patient Had ‘Concerning’ Mutations

Discover how Android 15’s Private Space feature can revolutionize your digital privacy and empower you against unauthorized access.**Android 15: A Leap Towards Privacy Protection**Android 15 introduces the Private Space feature, setting a new standard in user privacy for smartphone users.

Boost Your Privacy: Unlock Android 15’s Private Space Today!

One Chevy Silverado 3500 emitted 159 metric tons of CO2 after 250,000 miles—wait until you see these jaw-dropping visual comparisons that make the numbers impossible to ignore.This morning, while browsing an Electric Vehicles Facebook page, I stumbled upon an insightful comment by Clay Stewart. It addressed the environmental impact of his Chevy 3500 Silverado, sparking a broader discussion about sustainability and the future of the automotive industry.

My Chevy 3500 Silverado Has, At 250,000 Miles, Created 159 Metric Tons of CO2, and These Visual Comparisons Will Help You Concretely Grasp The Scale

CNN —Russian President Vladimir Putin said Saturday that Russia’s air defense systems were active when an Azerbaijan Airlines flight attempted to land in Grozny, Chechnya on Wednesday.The plane was unable to land and diverted east, eventually crashing near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing 38 people on board.

Russian air defenses were active when Azerbaijan Airlines plane attempted landing, Putin says

The ongoing shift in the Hawaii vacation rental landscape continues to provoke unprecedented debate, as the latest Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA) report shows a further slide in rental demand. This trend mirrors what we see in other parts of the world and raises questions about the future of vacation rentals and our housing market.

Fading Aloha: Hawaii Vacation Rental Demand Plummets, Tensions Rise

These tough plants can handle the chillSome plants need to be wrapped in burlap or covered with thick layers of mulch to survive winter. But there are several frost-resistant plants that can handle hard freezes without extra protection, and even thrive in cold weather.From cold-hardy native plants to winter interest shrubs and spring flowering bulbs, here are 22 freeze-proof perennials that you won’t need to worry about in winter.

These Frost-Resistant Plants Can Survive the Winter Without Your Help, a Gardener Says

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday apologized to his Azerbaijani counterpart for what he called a “tragic incident” following the crash of an Azerbaijani airliner in Kazakhstan that killed 38 people.The plane was flying on Wednesday from Azerbaijan’s capital of Baku to Grozny, the regional capital of the Russian republic of Chechnya, when it turned toward Kazakhstan and crashed while making an attempt to land.