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The Canadian PressAmericans are exhausted by political news. TV ratings and a new AP-NORC poll show they're tuning out
NEW YORK (AP) — As a Democrat who immersed himself in political news during the presidential campaign, Ziad Aunallah has much in common with many Americans since the election. He's tuned out.
- Insider Monkey
Is Riot Platforms Inc (RIOT) the Biggest Loser of This Week?
We recently compiled a list of the 10 Biggest Losers of This Week. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Riot Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:RIOT) stands against the other stocks. Wall Street’s main indices all finished in the green during a shortened trading session this week, yet 10 companies–mainly technology stocks– still […]
- Associated Press
Middle East latest: 5 Palestinian journalists killed by Israeli strike, Gaza Health Ministry says
Five Palestinian journalists have been killed by an Israeli strike in the Gaza Strip, the Health Ministry said Thursday. Israel's military said it targeted a group of militants allied with Hamas, which ignited the war with its Oct. 7, 2023, attack in southern Israel. The strike hit a vehicle outside the Al-Awda Hospital in the Nuseirat refugee camp.
- Sky News
Gavin & Stacey star Laura Aikman's family only discovered her secret return while watching show
The family of Gavin & Stacey star Laura Aikman only found out she was returning to the sitcom while they watched the finale on Christmas Day. The 39-year-old actress shared a video on her Instagram showing her family screaming in shock as her character Sonia appeared in the episode.
- Evening Standard
Man City vs Everton LIVE! Premier League match stream, latest score and goal updates today
Struggling champions kick off the Boxing Day action
- GuruFocus.com
Starbucks Baristas Strike Across US, Demanding Higher Wages and Fair Labor Practices
Already succeeded closing 170 stores, they aimed to close up to 300 locations across the U.S.
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This Somali migrant watched others around her die at sea. But she wants to try again for Europe
The deaths of 25 migrants last month in boats off the Indian Ocean island of Madagascar brought to light yet another route that some in Africa are taking in dangerous bids for Europe. Thousands of Somalis leave every year as extremist attacks and climate shocks destroy hopes and livelihoods at home.
- Investor's Business Daily
Dow Jones Futures Fall Ahead Of Jobless Claims; Nvidia Hits Buy Point
Dow Jones futures dropped Thursday ahead of weekly jobless claims. Nvidia stock hit a new buy point Tuesday.
- The Canadian Press
6,000 inmates escape from a high-security prison in Mozambique amid post-election violence
MAPUTO, Mozambique. (AP) — At least 6,000 inmates escaped from a high-security prison in Mozambique’s capital on Christmas Day after a rebellion, the country's police chief said, as widespread post-election riots and violence continue to engulf the country.
- Reuters
Thousands mark 20 years after deadly Indian Ocean tsunami
Survivors and families of victims of the Indian Ocean tsunami 20 years ago visited mass graves, lit candles and comforted one another across Southeast and South Asia in ceremonies on Thursday to mark the disaster that killed some 230,000 people. The tsunami on Dec. 26, 2004 was triggered by a 9.1 magnitude quake off the coast of Indonesia's Aceh province, sending waves as high as 17.4 meters (57 feet) slamming into coastlines of Indonesia, Thailand, Sri Lanka, India and nine other countries. In Indonesia, which accounted for more than half the total death toll, hundreds of survivors and family members of the victims visited a mass grave in the Ulee Lheue village, scattering flower petals on the stones that mark the graves.
- The Telegraph
Finland investigates latest ‘sabotage’ of Baltic Sea cables
Finland is investigating the possible Christmas Day “sabotage” of an undersea power cable linking the country with Estonia under the Baltic Sea.
- BBC
Russia warns against 'hypotheses' after Azerbaijan Airlines crash
The Russia-bound passenger plane went down in Kazakhstan with the loss of 38 lives.
- BBC
Gavin and Stacey tops Christmas Day TV ratings
More than 12 million viewers tuned in to watch the finale of Gavin and Stacey on Christmas Day.
- The Telegraph
Israeli strike on news truck kills five Al-Quds journalists
Five members of Al-Quds Today, the Palestinian TV channel, were killed on Thursday in an Israeli strike on their vehicle, the media outlet said in a statement.
- The Canadian Press
Peyote sacred to Native Americans threatened by psychedelic renaissance and development
HEBBRONVILLE, Texas (AP) — In this corner of southern Texas, the plump cacti seem to pop out of arid dust and cracked earth, like magic dumplings.
- BBC
Leinster start Prendergast but Crowley out for Munster
Irish rugby fans will not be treated to an intriguing fly-half duel between Leinster's Sam Prendergast and Munster's Jack Crowley in Friday's URC game.
- USA TODAY
Fire and angst: How an Africa trip reignited passions for teaching Black history in the US
Members of a delegation invited to Angola by the White House vow to continue to teach Black history.
- Yahoo Life Shopping
Walmart after Christmas sales: Save big on Ninja, Dyson, Apple and more
Kitchen appliances, vacuums, Airpods, jewelry — all for up to 88% off. Is it safe to call these steals a belated holiday miracle? We'd say so!
- The Telegraph
Marlborough racing tips and best bets for today’s races
Following today’s racing tips? In need of some guidance? Or just fancy a flutter?
- The Independent
Beyoncé at the Super Bowl: A history ahead of her Christmas Day halftime show
Pop star brought out her 12-year-old daughter during her special halftime show on Christmas Day