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U.S. stock indexes drifted lower following some potentially discouraging data on the economy.The S&P 500 fell 0.5% Thursday, its third loss in the last four days. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.5%, and the Nasdaq composite dropped 0.7% from its record set the day before.

How major US stock indexes fared Thursday, 12/12/2024

Taylor Swift and Zach Bryan are among the top finalists heading into the music awards show.It's almost time for the 2024 Billboard Music Awards.The BBMAs honor the year's best artists, albums, songs, producers and songwriters across multiple genres, determined by performance metrics on Billboard’s year-end charts.

How to watch and stream the 2024 Billboard Music Awards for free

The claim: Vaccine researcher Peter Hotez warned ‘multiple viruses will be unleashed’ after Trump takes officeA Dec. 4 Instagram post (direct link, archive link) shows vaccine researcher Peter Hotez discussing the public health risks of several diseases on MSNBC.“HERE WE GO! Vaccine researcher Peter Hotez says multiple viruses will be unleashed on America the day after Trump takes office,” reads the post's caption.It was liked more than 3,000 times in a week. Similar posts were shared on Facebook.

No, researcher didn’t warn of ‘unleashed’ viruses after Trump takes office | Fact check

Pepperdine students were forced to shelter in place as the Franklin Fire came dangerously close to campusCross overlooking Pepperdine University survives Franklin FireA cross sitting atop a hiking trail overlooking Pepperdine University in Malibu, California has survived the Franklin Fire, which burned near the school earlier this week.

Pepperdine University cross survives Franklin Fire: ‘Grateful to God’

The Kindle Scribe packs a ton of potential, marrying the e-book store found in some of the best e-readers and a writing experience similar to that of the ReMarkable Paper Pro, one of my current picks for the best tablets. At a time when budgets are tighter than ever, it makes sense that you’d consider getting one E Ink tablet that can do both rather than buy — and charge — two separate devices.

Is the new $400 Kindle Scribe worth it? I spent a week with one to find out

Sometimes, you get a car release that just makes sense. For instance, the 5 Turbo 3E. A contemporary electric revival of the iconic 5 Turbo and Turbo 2 from the 1980s, this stunning sports car delivers pure driving fun. With some epic performance and a pretty hefty price tag, this awesome will have a very limited production run.

An Icon Is Reborn With This European Hot Hatch

The Department of Justice accused 14 North Korean nationals of conspiring to use false identities to get IT jobs with U.S. companies and siphon money back to their home country, in violation of U.S. sanctions.The indictment, filed Wednesday in Missouri federal court, alleged that the conspiracy generated at least $88 million between April 2017 and March 2023.

U.S. charges 14 North Koreans in $88 million identity theft and extortion case

Slater is starring in new 'Dexter' reboot series 'Dexter: Original Sin'Christian Slater says he was a ’frighteningly different person' in the '90sIn a joint interview with co-star Molly Brown, "Dexter: Original Sin" star Christian Slater reflects on how his life has changed since he rose to fame in the 1990s.

'Dexter: Original Sin' star Christian Slater says he was a ‘frighteningly different person’ in the 90s

Editor’s Note: This is a version of CNN’s Royal News, a weekly dispatch bringing you the inside track on Britain’s royal family. Sign up here.London CNN —As the end of the year fast approaches, we thought you might enjoy a photo recap of the royal highs and lows of 2024.

A look back at 12 royal moments from 2024

ZURICH (AP) — Thomas Tuchel’s first official duty as England coach on Friday was to see his new team drawn in a 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia, Albania, Latvia and Andorra.Tuchel starts work in January as the first German coach of the 1966 World Cup winner but was at FIFA headquarters to see the 54 European teams drawn into 12 qualifying groups.

England and new coach Tuchel land in 2026 World Cup qualifying group with Serbia and Albania

If there's one thing a lot of people know about me, it's that I do not like pop music.My husband automatically changes the radio station when Taylor Swift or Ed Sheeran songs start to play. I have covered many Grammy and MTV VMA Awards as a member of the entertainment staff at USA TODAY and bothered our music writers with "Who's that?"

I loved to hate pop music, until Chappell Roan dragged me back

French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday named his new prime minister, concluding a week of political deadlock following the toppling of Michel Barnier's government last week.Macron was expected to announce a successor a day after Barnier's departure but, in a sign of the country's political stalemate, that decision was twice delayed.

France's Macron names Francois Bayrou as new prime minister following political turmoil

Lamora Williams initially claimed to police in October 2017 that she came home to find her two sons deadA Georgia mother who killed her two young sons by putting them in the oven in 2017 will spend the rest of her life in prison.The sentence was handed down to Lamora Williams on Friday, Nov. 15, after she was convicted of multiple charges, including murder, aggravated assault, cruelty to children, and other related offenses, according to reports from Fox 5 Atlanta, WSB-TV and WKRC.

Mom Sentenced for Killing Her Kids by Putting Them in Oven, Then Calling Their Dad to Show Him

Timothy Treadwell and Amie Huguenard's visit to Katmai National Park in 2003 would mark their lastWarning: This article contains content which some readers may find distressing.An audio recording revealed the final moments of bear enthusiast 'Grizzly Man' and his partner before they were eaten by a brown bear.

Chilling final words of 'Grizzly Man' moments before he and girlfriend were eaten alive by bear

Michael Cole — best known for his role as Pete Cochran in “The Mod Squad” and Harlan Barrett in “General Hospital” — has died at 84.Cole passed away peacefully “surrounded by his loved ones after living a full and vibrant life,” his rep confirmed in a press release on Tuesday, Dec. 10.

Michael Cole, ‘The Mod Squad’ and ‘General Hospital’ star, dead at 84: He lived ‘a full and vibrant life’

‘It changed how I look at buying a home forever.’This mortgage expert just revealed the trick to how rich people buy houses. Does he have a point, or is the trick nothing more than hype?TikTok user Paul Leara (@homeloanhero_) calls himself the mortgage hero.

‘I thought I knew money until I learned this’: Expert reveals how rich people buy houses. Here’s the trick

Republican Congressman Mark Alford has touted raising the retirement age to help cut federal government costs.Speaking on Fox News, the Missouri representative said GOP members had recently sat down with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, who will head up the unofficial Department of Government Efficiency [DOGE] under Donald Trump, beginning in January, to explore ways "to cut our budget."

Republican Suggests Pushing Back Retirement Age in US

Demi Agoglia, 26, travelled to Turkey for a Brazilian butt lift operation but fell ill immediately after the cosmetic surgery and died four days later in hospital, an inquest heardA popular mum died after having a Brazilian buff lift operation in Turkey when she received “woeful” aftercare, an inquest heard.

Mum dies after 'barbaric' BBL as surgery staff 'fed her cucumber when she collapsed'

Hoffman went undercover to buy two and a half ounces of cocaine, 1500 ecstasy pills, and a gun, but the operation went tragically wrongOn May 7, 2008, 23-year-old Rachel Hoffman was on her way to buy two and a half ounces of cocaine, 1500 ecstasy pills, and a gun.

Horrific story of what happened to woman who became a police drug informant after being arrested for marijuana

The mother of four was the only Black woman with an artist residency on Nashville’s Lower Broadway, at Justin Timberlake’s Twelve Thirty Club.NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A Nashville singer-songwriter died in a crash on Interstate 24 in Montgomery County over the weekend, according to a report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol.

Nashville singer-songwriter killed in I-24 crash

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New Jersey State Assemblyman Paul Kanitra said there have been confirmed drone sightings 'every single night' since the first one in the state on Nov. 18Aaron Cohen sends message to ‘irresponsible’ Biden admin on drone sightings: ‘Not how you treat these investigations’Panelists Paul Kanitra and Aaron Cohen analyze the mysterious drone sightings and bipartisan demands for transparency on ‘Fox News @ Night.’

Legislators across political spectrum ‘equally angry’ over handling of drone sightings: New Jersey lawmaker

CNN —Imagine the scene, at noon on January 20, on the west front of the US Capitol.As Donald Trump swears to preserve, protect and defend the Constitution on the same spot where his supporters rioted four years ago, an extraordinary VIP guest looks on, overshadowing ex-presidents, military brass and members of Congress.

Xi’s RSVP is a snub to Trump, but the inauguration invite is still a big deal

Sen. Ed Markey and Rep. Ted Lieu have long opposed nuclear first strike authority for presidentsWe're ‘inching towards a nuclear war,’ says military intelligence analystMilitary intelligence analyst Rebekah Koffler discusses the Kremlin's reaction to President Biden allowing Ukraine to fire long-range U.S. missiles deep into Russian territory on 'Fox News Live.'

Dem claims Trump wielding nuclear strike authority 'should terrify you' — then people point out the obvious

Prosecutors leading the case against Bryan Kohberger are pushing back against his attorneys' claims that investigators improperly obtained potentially key evidence -- and are asking the judge to deny requests to exclude that evidence from trial.In a series of highly-technical filings posted late Thursday, prosecutors said that the searches of Kohberger's person and belongings, including his car, phone records, Apple accounts and homes, were appropriate.

Idaho college killings: Prosecutors push back against Kohberger requests to exclude key evidence

Gobsmacked Thursday. Speechless ... Just kidding.The University of North Carolina, specifically those over at the toy department - athletics, that is - swung for the fences by hiring six-time Super Bowl champion Bill Belilchick to coach its football program.Putting a famously cantankerous soon-to-be 73-year-old in charge of testosterone-addled 18- to 22-year-olds is certainly a gamble.

Two Things: Bill Belichick at Carolina? I can see it

SPOKANE, Wash. (Gray News) – A 17-year-old died during a routine wisdom tooth removal in Washington state back in June, and his parents filed a lawsuit this week against the surgeon.According to a news release, 17-year-old Erik Edge was a perfectly healthy teenager and had a common reaction to anesthesia.

17-year-old’s death during wisdom teeth removal surgery was ‘completely preventable,’ lawsuit says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President-elect Donald Trump eye Iran's nuclear program following collapse of the Assad regime in SyriaIsrael strikes Syria more than 500 times since collapse of Assad regimeFox News chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst has more on the rebel forces' 11-day 'lightning offensive' and as the IDF hits wide range of Syrian targets in 'defense' on 'America Reports.'

Israel eyes Iran nuke sites amid reports Trump mulls moves to block Tehran atomic program

CNN —Buckingham Palace is investigating after a member of staff was arrested at the end of a rowdy Christmas party.Police were called to a bar in Victoria in central London – a short walk from the palace – on Tuesday evening when a festive celebration turned violent.

Buckingham Palace maid arrested after drunken brawl at work Christmas party

You've definitely heard the saying "the journey is the destination." When the road is as spectacular as the Whitewater Canal Scenic Byway, you'll be turning your head at every town you pass. This 78-mile route exposes you to some of Indiana's most underrated spots that you'd probably never have known about.

A Road Along Indiana's Prettiest Canal And Several Small Towns Must Be The State's Best Scenic Drive

Blackouts are an inevitable part of life, and they primarily happen due to recurring bad weather conditions, grid issues, or unexpected power surges. Not having access to reliable light when they happen can make even the most simple tasks more challenging. Finding yourself without candles, batteries for flashlights, or a rechargeable solar light only adds to the inconvenience that you are already experiencing during blackouts.

The Simple Salt And Oil Hack That Will Become Your New Blackout Savior

Taylor Swift got a special present on the eve of her 35th birthday: the record for the most Billboard Music Award wins ever.Swift took home 10 awards at the 2024 Billboard Music Awards on Thursday night including the biggest prize of the evening, the top artist award.