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What we know about deadly New Year's Day truck attack in New Orleans
At least 10 people were killed early on New Year's Day when a truck slammed into a crowd on New Orleans' Bourbon Street. The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of terrorism and sources say ...CBS News - Jan. 1 -
Pope calls for protection of life in New Year's message
Pope Francis called for the protection of life at New Year’s Day Mass on Wednesday, offering a seemingly anti-abortion message. “Let us entrust this new year to Mary, Mother of God,” Francis said ...The Hill - Jan. 1 -
New Year's Day: Top five juiciest NFL stories for 2025, from NFC North race to unpredictable coaching cycle
Which headlines will draw the most attention?CBS Sports - Jan. 1 -
Two teenagers killed in New Year's Day crash
A boy aged 16 and an 18-year-old man died in the crash in East Yorkshire, police say.BBC News - Jan. 1 -
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Pope calls for commitment to protect life in New Year message
Pope Francis ushered in the New Year with an appeal for the faithful to reject abortion, calling for a “firm commitment” to protect and respect life from conception to natural deathABC News - Jan. 1 -
German government condemns New Year's Eve violence after hundreds of arrests
The German government has condemned incidents on New Year’s Eve in which police officers and firefighters were attacked and injured, mostly with fireworksABC News - Jan. 1 -
More than 1 million still without power in Puerto Rico
Many in Puerto Rico started 2025 without electricity as the local power company said it could take another day to turn the power back on after a blackout impacted most of the island.CBS News - Jan. 1 -
For a fresh start, forget New Year’s resolutions: ‘There is a better way'—this practical 3-step plan can turn 'wishes into reality'
"Despite our best intentions, many of us struggle to see New Year's resolutions through," says UX researcher Ximena Vengoechea. "There is a better way."CNBC - Jan. 1 -
10 Powerful Questions to Help You Get Ahead in 2025
As a leader, it’s importantly that you quietly and think more deeply about what went right and what went wrong, so that you have the opportunity to learn.Inc. - Jan. 1 -
The 17 Best EVs Coming in 2025
After Jaguar’s chaotic relaunch and the pomp and theater of Tesla’s Cybercab reveal party, it’s hard to imagine the coming year will top 2024—until you see our picks for the best EVs of 2025.Wired - Jan. 1 -
Fresh wiring may finally power up English devolution
New mayoral planning abilities could drive growth but cause political pain — while funding remains another blockerFinancial Times - Jan. 1 -
A power that seems will never die
'The Seed of the Sacred Fig' filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof used footage from actual protests in Iran to create large portions of his feature film.Los Angeles Times - Jan. 1 -
Russia launches 111 drones at Ukraine in deadly New Year’s attack, Kyiv says
At least six people were injured in Kyiv as Russia launched a drone strike on the capital in the early hours of Wednesday, city officials said.ABC News - Jan. 1 -
12 Powerful Micro-Challenges to Boost Your Happiness and Success in the New Year
Got big goals for the coming year? These monthly micro-challenges can help you reach them.Inc. - Jan. 1 -
Green-Energy Firms' Pitch to Trump: You're Going to Need a Lot of Power
Instead of touting projects as “clean and affordable,” renewables firms are highlighting their projects’ ability to meet energy needs.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 1 -
Hundreds apply for restitution for abuse suffered at Florida reform schools
Hundreds of people who say they suffered physical or sexual abuse at two state-run reform schools in Florida are in line to receive tens of thousands of dollars in restitution from the state, after ...NBC News - Jan. 1 -
Times Square Revelers Ring in a Soggy New Year After Thunderstorm
People lined up in ponchos to see the New Year’s Eve ball-drop in New York.The New York Times - Jan. 1 -
WATCH: New Year's Eve around the world
Watch fireworks and celebrations from around the globe.ABC News - Jan. 1 -
New Year’s Eve 2025: Photos of Celebrations Around the World
See how people across the globe celebrated.The New York Times - Jan. 1 -
Half of Puerto Rico starts the new year in the dark after massive power outage
Puerto Rico suffered the latest in a string of widespread power outages Tuesday that at one point had nearly 1.3 million businesses or homes — most of the island — in the dark.NBC News - Jan. 1 -
Biden speaks to Puerto Rico Gov, Energy Secretary about power outages
President Biden said he spoke with the governor of Puerto Rico and the energy secretary after a blackout hit nearly all of the island early Tuesday morning. During their talk, Biden offered Puerto ...The Hill - Jan. 1 -
NYPD ramps up security for New Year's Eve in Times Square
A million people are expected to pack into Times Square in New York City to ring in the New Year. And while there's no specific, credible threats to the celebration, the New York Police Department ...CBS News - Dec. 31 -
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Half of Puerto Rico without power after sweeping New Year’s Eve blackout
Nearly entire island without electricity as Luma Energy estimates it will take at least 24 hours to restore power. More than half of Puerto Rico remained without electricity early on Wednesday ...The Guardian - Dec. 31 -
China's Xi Jinping Nods to 'External Uncertainties' in New Year's Speech
Weeks before Trump takes office, the Chinese leader is seeking to shore up confidence that China’s economy can withstand threats.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 31