UNICEF deplores deadly Christmas Day attack on family in Haiti
December 27, 2023
The UN Children’s Fund, UNICEF, has denounced a deadly Christmas Day attack by an armed group on a family in Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince.
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Apple Appeals U.S. BanThat HaltedWatch Sales
December 27, 2023
A federal trade agency’s ruling forced the iPhone maker to stop selling its two most popular watch models.
Your Desktop, Phone Screen and Inbox Are a Mess. 6 Tips for Digital Decluttering.
December 26, 2023
Start 2024 by getting yourself organized online.
Gaza health workers pushed to the limit amid airstrike ‘carnage’
December 26, 2023
Overwhelmed medics in Gaza on Tuesday continued to try to save victims of missile strikes including attacks near refugee camps in the centre of the devastated enclave that have reportedly killed well over 100 people, the UN health agency said.
2023 marked by achievements and ‘avoidable suffering’: WHO chief
December 26, 2023
The past year saw significant milestones and challenges in global public health but also immense and avoidable suffering, the Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Tuesday.
UN envoy welcomes ‘significant step’ towards ceasefire in Yemen
December 26, 2023
The UN Special Envoy for Yemen has welcomed steps towards a ceasefire in the war-torn country, where Government forces, backed by a Saudi-led coalition, and Houthi rebels have been fighting for more than eight years.
World News in Brief: Senior Humanitarian Coordinator for Gaza, cholera spreading in Sudan, aid for eastern Ukraine
December 26, 2023
A veteran Dutch diplomat and politician who previously held top UN positions has been appointed Senior Humanitarian Coordinator for Gaza, UN Secretary-General António Guterres announced on Tuesday.
US retaliates after 3 American service members injured by Kataib Hezbollah attack in Iraq
December 26, 2023
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin announced that three U.S. service members were injured by Kataib Hezbollah terrorists during an attack on Monday, including one critically.
At least 113 killed in attacks in central Nigeria, local official reports
December 26, 2023
The death toll in weekend attacks in the central Nigerian state of Plateau has risen to 113, in a region where clashes between herders and farmers are common.
Could the vaping industry go up in smoke?
December 26, 2023
The vaping industry is undergoing a major change as governments look to restrict the sale of disposable vapes. This comes amid concerns about the rise in vaping among young people and non-smokers getting addicted.
NYC pro-Palestinian protesters attempt to put damper on Christmas while clashing with police: reports
December 26, 2023
Pro-Palestinian protesters returned to the streets of New York City in an attempt to cancel Christmas, while calling for the rise of the intifada.
Coffee chains are crowding Singapore in hopes of jumpstarting their global expansions
December 26, 2023
Singapore's prominence as a global financial hub has attracted international coffee chains to the country despite an already competitive market.
Houston man struck by stray bullet Christmas morning while riding in a car
December 26, 2023
A stray bullet hit a male passenger in the shoulder early Christmas morning as he was on the way to festivities in Houston, according to police.
Ravens’ Lamar Jackson trips over referee, called for penalty in bizarre play vs 49ers
December 26, 2023
Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson tripped over an NFL official and was called for intentional grounding on a bizarre play against the San Francisco 49ers.
Asia markets kick off the last trading week of this year on a subdued note
December 26, 2023
Asia-Pacific stock markets were subdued Tuesday, with Japan opening flat but still set to wrap up the year as one of the region's top performers.
Giants’ Tyrod Taylor, Brian Daboll upset with no-call on final play as Philly hangs on for win
December 26, 2023
New York Giants quarterback Tyrod Taylor and coach Brian Daboll appeared to be upset on the final play in their loss against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Virginia girl, 7, returns to the stage for ‘Nutcracker’ dance after nearly losing her feet in accident
December 26, 2023
A 7-year-old ballerina from Virginia danced in 'The Nutcracker' after nearly losing her feet in freak accident on her way home from gymnastics.
BOJ’s Ueda signals chance of policy shift, progress on price goal
December 26, 2023
"Given uncertainties surrounding economic and financial markets at home and abroad, the timing of a policy change is yet to be decided," Ueda said in a speech.
Travis Kelce launches his helmet in frustration, has tiff with Andy Reid during loss to Raiders
December 26, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce was irate on the sidelines during the team's loss to the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday afternoon.
Raiders’ Jack Jones goes full Grinch as he fakes out young Chiefs fan after pick-six
December 26, 2023
Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Jack Jones turned into the Grinch on Monday afternoon as he faked out a young Kansas City Chiefs fan after a pick-six.
Ukraine draft law proposes lowering mobilization age to 25 from 27
December 26, 2023
Zelenskyy, who has yet to back the proposal publicly, said on Dec. 19 that he wanted to hear more arguments for mobilizing additional people.
2 GOP lawmakers targeted in Christmas Day ‘swatting’ calls as police investigate
December 26, 2023
Republican reps Marjorie Taylor Greene and Brandon Williams were targeted by "swatting" calls on Christmas Day, resulting in police presence being called to their homes.
US companies work to ramp up domestic rare earth manufacturing
December 26, 2023
The U.S. is working to decrease foreign dependency following China's domination of the Rare Earth Element supply chain with environmentally harmless manufacturing.
Christian magazine ridiculed after insisting Jesus ‘was Asian’: ‘Did you guys read the Bible?’
December 26, 2023
Christianity Today's article describing Jesus as Asian angered Christians on social media who accused the outlet of ignoring Christ's Jewish ethnicity.
Taylor Swift consoles Brittany Mahomes as Chiefs fall to Raiders
December 26, 2023
Taylor Swift was seen giving Brittany Mahomes a big hug as they watched the Kansas City Chiefs fall to the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday afternoon.
President Biden, first lady call military units to extend Christmas greetings, gratitude
December 26, 2023
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden called units from each branch of the military on Monday to wish them a merry Christmas, and to thank them for their sacrifice.
With hopes of victory fading, Ukraine’s war against Russia could get even harder in 2024
December 26, 2023
There were high hopes that a Ukrainian counteroffensive in 2023 would change the dial in the war against Russia. It didn't, and 2024 could be even harder.
WATCH: Christmas inflatable hilariously chases Florida delivery driver
December 26, 2023
An Amazon delivery driver in Florida was in for a big surprise after an inflatable on the front yard of a residence came to life and started chasing him.
Will bitcoin rally after a major technical event in April? Here’s what history shows
December 26, 2023
CNBC Pro's analysis of data sheds light on returns typically expected after bitcoin halving events.
Iranian leaders say Israeli missile strike killed senior Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps adviser
December 26, 2023
A senior Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps adviser, Sayyed Razi Mousavi, was reportedly killed in an Israeli airstrike on the capital city of Damascus in Syria on Monday.
Liberal Post columnist calls on Harvard President to resign: ‘I take no joy in saying this’
December 26, 2023
Washington Post columnist and associate editor Ruth Marcus demanded Harvard President Claudine Gay resign after
White House ‘deeply frustrated’ over media focus on polls, ignoring ‘Bidenomics’ success: report
December 26, 2023
The White House is “deeply frustrated" over the media’s coverage of the polls that paint the Biden administration in a negative light while ignoring their economic improvements.
Pro-Palestinian protesters chant in front of Biden administration officials’ homes on Christmas Day
December 26, 2023
A large group of pro-Palestinian protestors filled the neighborhoods of U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin and National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan early Christmas morning.
Canada’s foggy, green Christmas Day was also warmer than usual
December 26, 2023
In late November, The Weather Network had forecasted a mild Christmas season for Ontario and Quebec, but said much colder temperatures should follow.
Egypt floats plan to end Israel-Hamas war. The proposal gets a cool reception
December 26, 2023
Egypt has put forward an ambitious, initial proposal to end the Israel-Hamas war.
Lions’ Jahmyr Gibbs says NFL issued drug test shortly after standout Christmas Eve performance
December 26, 2023
The Lions defeated the Vikings on Christmas Eve, thanks in part to Jahmyr Gibbs’ standout performance. But after the game, the rookie running back received an unexpected notification.
Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce lose their cool during frustrating game vs Raiders
December 26, 2023
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce were upset with how the team was playing against the Las Vegas Raiders on Monday.
Taylor Swift shares Christmas with Travis Kelce as she attends Chiefs game in Kansas City
December 26, 2023
Taylor Swift is spending Christmas in Kansas City, specfically at Arrowhead Stadium to watch boyfriend Travis Kelce play with the Chiefs against the Las Vegas Raiders.