A person in Louisiana has the first severe illness caused by bird flu in the US, health officials say

Most US teens are abstaining from drinking, smoking and marijuana, survey says

Teen drug use hasn’t rebounded from its drop during the early years of the COVID-19 pandemic

ABC News - Dec. 17

Investigators Try to Determine Cause of Deadly Plane Crash in Kazakhstan

Of 62 passengers and five crew members on board the Azerbaijan Airlines flight, 29 survived, according to Kazakhstan’s authorities.

The New York Times - 2h

Plane crash in Kazakhstan killed dozens but some on board survived, officials say

Mobile phone footage circulating online appeared to show the Azerbaijani Airlines plane making a steep descent before slamming into the ground in a fireball in western Kazakhstan.

CBS News - 13h

Twenty big cats die of bird flu at sanctuary in Washington state

Bengal tiger, cougars, a lynx and bobcats dead as disease spreads rapidly among US poultry flocks and dairy herds. Twenty big cats, including a Bengal tiger, four cougars, a lynx and four bobcats, ...

The Guardian - 18h

Pet food recalled over bird flu contamination after cat dies

Northwest Naturals voluntarily recalled a batch of raw frozen food after an indoor cat died of bird flu, Oregon officials said.

NBC News - 18h

20 big cats die from bird flu at Washington wildlife sanctuary

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."

NBC News - 19h

Experts warn of mental health risks after rise in magic mushroom use

Reports that psilocybin can help some mental health conditions has led to increase in recreational use, which carries risks. Magic mushrooms are rapidly growing in popularity, sparking a ...

The Guardian - 20h

Bald eagle officially declared US national bird after 250 years

The bird has been a national emblem in the US for years, but it never had an official status in the country's 248-year history.

BBC News - 21h

Long an unofficial symbol, bald eagle becomes official US bird

After long being an unofficial symbol, the white head, yellow beak bald eagle became the official U.S. bird on Christmas Eve. President Biden signed 50 bills into law Tuesday. Among them was ...

The Hill - 22h

King praises health workers and calls for unity after riots

His Christmas Day message follows a year that saw him and the Princess of Wales treated for cancer.

BBC News - 23h

With Biden's signature, bald eagle officially America's bird

President Biden signed legislation Christmas Eve to make the bald eagle officially the U.S. national bird.

CBS News - 23h

Lawyers for ex-Abercrombie CEO say he has dementia, can't stand trial

Defense lawyers say the former longtime CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch may have dementia, prompting a competency hearing.

CBS News - 23h

Trump’s Mass Deportation Threat Divides Local Officials

Communities are divided on how much to cooperate with immigration agents. In San Diego, the sheriff has vowed to defy a new policy protecting migrants.

The New York Times - 1d

Haiti’s media association says 2 reporters were killed, several wounded in gang attack at Port-au-Prince’s main hospital

ABC News - 1d

1 killed, several injured in Florida boat explosion

At least one person was killed and six others injured when a boat exploded in a marina in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Three people suffered traumatic injuries. Cristian Benavides reports.

CBS News - 1d

The bald eagle is officially America's national bird after Biden's signature

The bald eagle has landed in U.S. Code as President Joe Biden signed a bill Tuesday making the predator the official national bird.

NBC News - 1d

Biden signs a bill officially making the bald eagle the national bird of the US

President Joe Biden has made it official: The bald eagle is now the national bird of the United States

ABC News - 1d

Man causes alarm in German city centre with plastic gun

Yahoo News - 1d

We were warned: First term aides told us about Trump’s governing style

Trump's chaotic governing style, characterized by rapid turnover of aides, short attention span, and an inability to read briefing books, has been described as akin to a toddler's, and his ...

The Hill - 1d

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO has dementia, lawyers say

Mike Jeffries, the former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch who was charged with sex trafficking, has dementia and late-onset Alzheimer’s disease, his legal team said in newly filed court documents.

NBC News - 1d

Ex-Abercrombie CEO has dementia and may not be fit for trial, lawyers say

The legal team behind Mike Jeffries, arrested earlier this year on sex trafficking charges, has requested a hearing to determine his fitness to stand trial.

BBC News - 1d

Former US President Bill Clinton discharged from hospital after flu

The 42nd president was admitted to hospital on Monday for tests and observation after developing a fever.

BBC News - 1d

Bill Clinton discharged after hospitalization for flu

Former President Clinton was discharged Tuesday morning after being hospitalized a day earlier for flu, according to his spokesperson. “He and his family are deeply grateful for the exceptional ...

The Hill - 1d

FDA raises recall alert to highest level on Costco eggs over risk of severe illness or death

Federal food regulators raised their alarm for recalled eggs sold from Costco stores over possible salmonella exposure, reclassifying the targeted product to its highest risk level.

NBC News - 1d

1 person killed, 5 hospitalized after fiery Florida boat explosion

One person is dead and five others were hospitalized after a boat explosion at a marina in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Monday, officials said.

NBC News - 1d

Jordan Love says 'there's a lot more points out there for us' after dropping 34 in 'MNF' destruction of Saints

Green Bay could have been even better offensively, according to its quarterback

CBS Sports - 1d

Person caught in train doors pulled along platform

A passenger’s hand became trapped in the closing doors of a train leaving Ealing Broadway station.

BBC News - 1d

Balkans snowstorm leaves tens of thousands of homes without power, causes traffic chaos

Tens of thousands of homes in Bosnia were without electricity on Tuesday after heavy snow and winds which also brought traffic chaos in neighboring Croatia and Serbia

ABC News - 2d

Nay wa Mitego, the Tanzanian rapper who has been banned, jailed and threatened but says he won’t stop

Making hip-hop critical of the government has caused him trouble, but Nay insists his music is a force for change. Tanzanian rapper Nay wa Mitego detests the thought of the number of times he’s had ...

The Guardian - 2d

Only 1 hospital in northern Gaza now able to provide services, say officials

Health officials say there is just one hospital left providing humanitarian aid services in northern Gaza amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

ABC News - 2d

Magdeburg attack has cast ‘dark shadow’ over Christmas, says German president in call for unity

Frank-Walter Steinmeier seeks to convey message of healing four days after the brutal attack in Magdeburg killed five people and injured more than 200. A deadly car-ramming attack on a Christmas ...

The Guardian - 2d

Bird flu case reported in Los Angeles after state officials declare emergency

Los Angeles County health officials reported the first human case of bird flu in the area less than a week after a statewide emergency declaration was announced.

ABC News - 2d

Gaetz 'has a real problem here,' former Ethics chairman says

Lawmakers and officials react to Gaetz ethics report release

ABC News - 2d

Wolves' Edwards fined again for criticizing officials

The NBA fined Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards $75,000 on Monday for criticizing the referees after Saturday's loss to the Warriors.

ESPN - 2d

House Ethics report says Matt Gaetz paid women for sex and used illegal drugs

The final report of the House Ethics Committee said that there was evidence former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz had paid women for sex, including a then-17-year-old girl at a party in 2017. NBC News’ ...

NBC News - 2d

AI Search Makes Inroads as Expert Says Google Has ‘Plateaued’

As AI-powered search options grow and get used more often, the change may have stark effects on the search ad industry, and change how millions of businesses market themselves.

Inc. - 2d

5 can’t-miss personal-tech devices that would even keep Santa at home

A laptop you can repair yourself — and other smart tech gifts for the holidays.

MarketWatch - 2d

Woman found on fire aboard subway dies, person of interest in custody: NYPD

Police said the woman's clothing “became fully engulfed in a matter of seconds.”

The Hill - 2d

‘This has opened my mind’: inside the FA’s first elite all-female coaching course

Houghton and Miedema are among 17 current or former WSL players signed up to A Licence course aimed at creating more female coaches. “Who is the spare player? Where’s the space? Yes, yes, let’s ...

The Guardian - 3d

A person in Louisiana has the first severe illness caused by bird flu in the US, health officials say

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