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In his Christmas address, Pope Francis also appealed for peace in Ukraine and Sudan.Pope Francis has denounced the “extremely grave” humanitarian situation in Gaza while appealing for the release of captives and a ceasefire in the war-torn coastal enclave.In his Christmas “Urbi et Orbi” (to the city and world) address on Wednesday at the Vatican, Francis also appealed for peace in Ukraine and Sudan.

At Christmas, Pope calls for ‘silence of arms’, says Gaza situation ‘grave’

A 47-year-old woman was stabbed to death during a domestic clash inside her Brooklyn home late Sunday – and her son was hurt as he stepped in to help his dying mom, authorities said.Antoinette Stewart-Gordon was knifed in the neck and stomach during the vicious attack around 9:30 p.m. inside the home on East 81st Street near Flatlands Avenue in Canarsie, cops said.

Woman, 47, fatally stabbed in NYC home, 15-year-old son hurt trying to intervene: cops

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

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

Maher previously attributed Trump's election victory to the left's embrace of 'anti-common sense woke bulls---'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).

Bill Maher torches DEI efforts as meaningless 'virtue signaling' left uses to 'make themselves feel better'

From September through November this Oregon garden is absolutely filled with fabulous flowers and foliageHi GPODers!We’re visiting Nancy Sarpola in Corvallis, Oregon today, and diving into another incredible fall garden. Nancy has submitted her garden several times over the years (December in an Oregon Garden, A Look Back at the Garden, Nancy’s Hillside Garden in Oregon, Through the Year in an Oregon Garden, and more), and she always has something new and exciting to share.

Nancy’s Oregon Garden in Fall

President-elect Donald Trump floated the idea on Sunday that the U.S. should buy the Arctic island of Greenland because of its strategic importance to the U.S. and NATO.“For purposes of National Security and Freedom throughout the World, the United States of America feels that the ownership and control of Greenland is an absolute necessity,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.

Greenland is a no, but what territories has the U.S. purchased?

BEIJING (AP) — Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya met with top Chinese leaders Wednesday during his visit to Beijing, the first since the heads of the two countries met at a summit in Peru last month, in an effort to make positive inroads in the bilateral relationship.

Japan’s foreign minister seeks “positive” direction in bilateral ties during his visit to China

Democrats' choice to go with Rep. Gerry Connolly over Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez highlights the current state of the partyDemocrats' generational divide highlighted by battle over oversight committee's top seatFox News senior congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reports after a Democratic panel recommended Rep. Gerry Connolly to take the top seat of a House oversight committee over Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

AOC's loss in bid for House committee chair signifies generational choice for Democrats

Bird flu ripped through a Washington state wildlife sanctuary, killing 20 big cats, the center said in a Facebook post, calling the deaths a "significant loss."The first cat got sick around Thanksgiving, Mark Mathews, the director of the Wild Felid Advocacy Center in Shelton, told NBC affiliate KING-TV of Seattle.

20 big cats die from bird flu at Washington wildlife sanctuary

Any exposure to the harsh treatment can trigger some rough side effectsWarning: This article contains discussion of cancer which some readers may find distressingA woman battling stage three breast cancer has revealed why you shouldn't share a toilet with someone going through chemotherapy.Misty Myers is currently battling a tough diagnosis of triple-negative breast cancer, which she says is one of the 'most aggressive' and challenging forms of breast cancer to treat.

Woman with stage 3 cancer reveals why you should never use the same toilet as someone going through chemotherapy

‘I bought at least $3,000 worth of these shelves and only paid about $14.’Since 1967, the popular chain Big Lots has provided shoppers with deals on closeout and overstock merchandise.However, in December of 2024, that history came to a close.

‘Big Lots is over’: Man shows $75.14 worth of items ringing up to 53 cents at Big Lots. Here’s how

More than 6,500 sign petition calling for Lake Forest to allow a longer Hanukkah displayPastor, rabbi share message of unity for the holidaysFather Gerald Murray and Rabbi Elliot Mathias join 'America's Newsroom' to discuss the opportunity for peace with Christmas and Hanukkah landing on the same day.

Illinois city sparks complaints, petition by limiting Hanukkah menorah display to just a few hours

I’m worried about resenting my husband if I can’t get pregnant with him.Photo illustration by Slate. Photo by 5M_photos/iStock/Getty Images Plus.Care and Feeding is Slate’s parenting advice column. Have a question for Care and Feeding? Submit it here.Dear Care and Feeding,My husband and I have been married for 5 years, and we are ready to have children. We have found the perfect job and community to raise a family. We’d been trying for 9 months with no luck, so we scheduled a reproductive endocrinology

I Just Learned that My Husband Is Shooting Blanks. I’m Considering a Drastic Measure.

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

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

Ezra Klein insists he will continue inviting Trump allies to his show to 'understand' the policies he opposesTrump suggests taking back the Panama Canal, says US must be treated fairlyFox News senior White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich has the latest on the president-elect's foreign agenda on 'Special Report.'

NYT journo says his podcast won't be 'resistance show' in 2nd Trump term, rejects 'normalizing MAGA' concerns

‘I can’t imagine not doing this.’Sometimes, we take things for granted—like the hold-open clip most of us use when filling up our cars. But it was a game changer for one TikTok user.It took three-plus decades, but TikToker Kate Steiner (@k8steiner) finally discovered how useful that little clip on the gas nozzle could be, and she decided to tell her viewers about it.

‘Only took 34 years to figure this out’: Woman stops for gas. Then she realizes she’s been using the pump wrong this whole time

What's NewPoland scrambled fighter jets early Christmas morning in response to Russian missile attacks targeting Ukraine, according to the Operational Command of the Polish Armed Forces.The command announced on X, formerly Twitter, that fighters were scrambled and ground-based air defense systems placed on high alert near Poland's border with Ukraine.

NATO Nation Scrambles Fighter Jets After Russian Missile Strikes

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

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Michael Miske Jr., 50, died in federal custody in Honolulu on Dec. 1Fox News Flash top headlines for December 25Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com.A prominent Hawaii businessman who headed a sprawling criminal conspiracy, funneling drug money through shell businesses and ordering the torture and death of his late son's best friend, died in federal custody from an opioid overdose, Honolulu’s medical examiner said Tuesday.

Hawaii crime boss dies of overdose in federal custody: medical examiner

The United Airlines flight arrived at in Maui from Chicago on Dec. 24.A dead body was discovered in the wheel well of an airplane upon arrival at Kahului Airport in Maui, Hawaii, on Christmas Eve, according to police who are investigating the incident."The Maui Police Department is currently conducting an active investigation regarding a deceased individual discovered on an incoming flight from the mainland this afternoon," officials said in a statement Wednesday.

Body discovered in wheel well of plane at Maui airport on Christmas Eve: Police

Sylvester Stallone invoked his friend President-elect Donald Trump at a Palm Beach town council meeting earlier this month.After hearing outcry from neighbors and concerns from Town Council members about a proposed seaweed barrier near his North End Palm Beach home, action star Sylvester Stallone pulled the plans during a testy public meeting on Dec. 19, according to the Palm Beach Daily News, which is part of the USA TODAY Network.

Sylvester Stallone invokes Donald Trump in Florida town council meeting

'Dynamic of the celebration' can change, etiquette expert says'I charge my family to come to Christmas dinner,' mom saysA mom says she is charging her family to come to Christmas dinner this year. She tells her story here.A mother said she's hosting Christmas dinner once again this year – and this time she's charging her family to attend.

Mom charges family for Christmas dinner and more: 'It's so expensive'

On Wednesday afternoon, Mikal Bridges led the New York Knicks to a 117-114 victory over the San Antonio Spurs (at home).The former Villanova star exploded for 41 points, one rebound, four assists, two steals and two blocks while shooting 17/25 from the field and 6/9 from the three-point range in 43 minutes.

Mikal Bridges Does Something No Knicks Player Has Done In 40 Years

This year's winter COVID-19 wave is off to a late start, and experts expect cases to keep rising. Here's what to know.As the holidays arrive and travel peaks, COVID-19 is on the rise again across the country. However, this year's winter COVID wave is off to a later start than usual, and some experts are warning about a potential "silent" surge in transmission over the holiday season.

A ‘silent' COVID surge may hit the US over the holidays, experts warn — here's what that means

The buffering issues from the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson bout did not appear to resurfaceKeyshawn Johnson hands out Christmas gifts to every NFL team! | Bonus ClipIn this special bonus clip of ‘All Facts No Brakes,’ Keyshawn Johnson plays Santa Claus for the NFL, handing out Christmas gifts to each of the league's 32 teams.The NFL has not been shy about its pursuit of making its product as widely available as possible. Earlier this year, the league took another step toward its goal by striking a three-year

Netflix's NFL Christmas Day coverage experiences miscues

A Cybertruck owner says he brought his truck in for service for a minor issue with his side-view mirror. However, he was surprised to learn Tesla had decided to give him a brand new battery pack replacement, all for free.A Cybertruck owner from Kentucky says he was surprised to find out Tesla had decided to replace his high-voltage battery pack after he brought his truck in for service for a minor issue with his side-view mirror.

I Took My Cybertruck in for Service for a Cracked Sidview Mirror, but Tesla Gave Me a Surprise High-Voltage Battery Pack Replacement

Maputo, Mozambique Reuters —A prison riot in Mozambique’s capital Maputo left 33 people dead and 15 injured, the country’s police general commander Bernardino Rafael said on Wednesday.About 1,534 people escaped from the prison in the incident but 150 of them have now been recaptured, Rafael said.

Mozambique police commander says 33 dead, 1,500 escaped in Maputo prison riot

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'

'The worst thing you could ever do- be friends with a Republican,' Maher scoffedPolitics is not a religion, Mary Matalin saysPolitical consultant Mary Matalin discusses family feuds during the holidays on 'The Ingraham Angle.'Liberal comedian Bill Maher blasted his own side for cutting off members of their family during the holidays over politics.