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Shopping and shipping for the holidays are in full swing

The Christmas rush is on as retailers rejoice over what could be record holiday sales. Elise Preston reports.

CBS News - 9h

Australia Targets China’s Influence With Deals in Pacific Islands

In separate agreements with Nauru, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands, Australia is attempting to edge out China’s influence in the region.

The New York Times - 1d

Yankees ship Trevino to Reds for Cruz, Jackson

The Yankees traded catcher Jose Trevino to the Reds for right-hander Fernando Cruz and catcher Alex Jackson.

ESPN - 18h

Norovirus outbreaks reported on 3 cruise ships this month

Just over 300 passengers and crew members fell ill during norovirus outbreaks on three cruise voyages in December.

CBS News - 2d

Will Amazon strikes impact holiday shipping?

Amazon workers backed by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters went on strike Thursday morning at seven facilities, the Teamsters say. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more.

CBS News - 2d

Holiday shipping deadlines loom as Christmas and Hanukkah approach

Today marks the last chance for guaranteed delivery with USPS Priority Mail, while FedEx and UPS two-day shipping cutoffs are Friday. Next-day shipping remains an option until Monday. Kris Van ...

CBS News - 2d

Death on cruise ship prompts FBI probe

The FBI is investigating an incident aboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship allegedly involving an unruly passenger.

ABC News - 3d

State of emergency in Vanuatu after powerful earthquake hits Pacific island

Hospital staff say at least six people have been killed and 50 injured, while embassy officials say buildings in Port Vila damaged in 7.3 magnitude quake. A state of emergency has been declared in ...

The Guardian - 4d

Quake rocks Pacific island Vanuatu, reportedly killing at least 6 people

A deadly earthquake has struck the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu, damaging buildings in the capital, including one housing the U.S. embassy.

CBS News - 4d

Powerful earthquake hits South Pacific island of Vanuatu

A 7.3 magnitude earthquake has rocked the South Pacific island of Vanuatu, cutting off communication in many areas and triggering at least one massive landslide.

CBS News - 4d

Magnitude 7.3 earthquake causes widespread damage in Pacific island nation of Vanuatu

A powerful magnitude 7.3 earthquake has struck just off the coast of Vanuatu, causing widespread destruction in the South Pacific island nation

ABC News - 4d

USGS says magnitude 7.3 earthquake hits near Vanuatu in the Pacific Ocean

ABC News - 5d

Britain becomes first European nation to join Pacific trade bloc

Both Labour and Tories say membership of CPTPP will bring benefits but these will be dwarfed by Brexit-related losses

Financial Times - Dec. 15

Ghosted by ChatGPT: How I was first defamed and then deleted by AI

OpenAI's ChatGPT has effectively disappeared a small group of individuals, including Jonathan Turley, due to false stories generated by the AI, prompting concerns over the power of companies like ...

The Hill - Dec. 14

Tim Dowling: was that a ghost – or a small man who knows his tailoring?

He certainly knows his suits … In fact he appears to have worked in men’s clothing since the early sixties. When the oldest one was younger, and his birthday came round, I would invariably pretend ...

The Guardian - Dec. 14

Iran has new drone ship in Persian Gulf

Iran has a new ship with the capability of launching drones, according to satellite images reviewed by Maxar Technologies that were shared with The Hill. The new drone ship, called Shahid Bagheri, ...

The Hill - Dec. 13

Hello Games enters publishing with Ghost Town’s Stage Fright

Hello Games is publishing the latest co-op title from Overcooked devs Ghost Town Games, called Stage Fright.

VentureBeat - Dec. 13

The Cast of ‘South Pacific’ Reunites for an Emotional Benefit Performance

The cast of the 2008 Broadway revival of “South Pacific,” including Kelli O’Hara and Matthew Morrison, reunited for a benefit performance. The emotions were the guest of honor.

The New York Times - Dec. 12

An inside look at UPS as holiday shipping deadlines near

CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen tagged along at a UPS training facility with a driver amid the holiday season rush.

CBS News - Dec. 12

EU targets Russia's ghost fleet shipping oil in a new round of sanctions

European Union envoys have agreed a new raft of sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine

ABC News - Dec. 11

EU targets Russia's ghost fleet shipping oil in a new round of sanctions

Yahoo News - Dec. 11

Greece's ghost towns offer a glimpse of a country struggling with 'existential' population collapse

Years of declining births, economic hardship and mass emigration have left huge swathes of Greece vacant, creating fresh concerns for the country.

CNBC - Dec. 11

What is a ghost gun, the weapon allegedly used in New York CEO shooting?

Advocacy groups call the controversial weapon "the fastest growing gun safety problem in the US".

BBC News - Dec. 10

What to know about 'ghost guns,' the weapon allegedly tied to the CEO shooting

The man arrested Monday in connection with the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is alleged to have had a type of homemade weapon known as a "ghost gun."

NBC News - Dec. 10

What is a ghost gun and are they legal?

Shooter of Brian Thompson, the UnitedHealthcare CEO, was in possession of one made with a 3D printer when arrested. A person of interest has been identified in the fatal shooting of ...

The Guardian - Dec. 10

Mining the Pacific – future proofing or fool's gold?

People living in the Pacific nation are divided on whether to push ahead with deep-sea mining for polymetallic nodules.

BBC News - Dec. 9

CEO shooting latest: Mangione apprehended with ghost gun, suppressor

Police are questioning Luigi Mangione in Altoona, Pennsylvania, as a person of interest in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

ABC News - Dec. 9

What to know about ghost guns after CEO's shooting

Police said Luigi Mangione, a person of interest in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appears to have had a ghost gun, a weapon that can be made using a 3D printer.

CBS News - Dec. 9

What is a ghost gun, like the one found with person of interest in UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting?

Police said Luigi Mangione, 26, a person of interest in the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City last week, was arrested Monday with a ghost gun in his possession. ...

The Hill - Dec. 9

41+ last-minute holiday gifts that ship fast

The best last-minute gifts from brands like Brooklinen, Theragun and Lego.

NBC News - Dec. 9

How Luigi Mangione's apparent 'ghost gun' will determine charges

NBC News' Tom Winter outlines next steps police will take in the UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting case.

NBC News - Dec. 9

High Pacific surface temperatures fuel record warm year

Unusually hot seas lead to more rain, causing flooding in many parts of the world

Financial Times - Dec. 9

Pride, joy and some questions: reactions to Moana 2 from across the Pacific

Some praised the representation of Pacific cultures while one activist labelled the depiction of demigod Maui character as ‘ridiculous’ . Audiences across the Pacific have welcomed Moana 2 and ...

The Guardian - Dec. 6

Fancy Pajamas Worth the Price of Shipping

Pajama sets from small European labels have for some become stylish souvenirs that signal their discerning taste.

The New York Times - Dec. 5

South Korea’s Martial Law Turmoil Threatens Pacific Alliance With U.S. and Japan

Donald J. Trump had been seen as the main risk factor for the partnership between Tokyo, Seoul and Washington. Then came martial law in South Korea.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Sources: Russian ship shot flare at German helicopter

Yahoo News - Dec. 4

Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific apologizes for showing "Family Guy" episode

The episode, from the first season of the American cartoon, shows Peter Griffin, the father character in the show, standing next to the "Tank Man" in a recreation of the infamous photograph.

CBS News - Dec. 4