Tel Aviv: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says a deal to return Hamas-held hostages in the Gaza Strip has been reached. The announcement came a day after Netanyahu's office said there were last minute snags in talks to free hostages in return for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of Palestinian prisoners. ...
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China's Population Decline Signals Demographic Challenges Ahead
TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — China’s population fell last year for the third straight year, its government said Friday, pointing to further demographic challenges for the world’s second most populous nation, which is now facing both an aging population and an emerging shortage of working-age people. ...
SpaceX's Starship Rocket Suffers Dramatic End During Test Flight
California: SpaceX's Starship rocket met a dramatic end during its seventh test flight on Thursday, January 16. The rocket, which was being tested for future missions to the moon and beyond, broke apart mid-flight over the Gulf of Mexico, scattering debris across the region. ...
Indian national sentenced to 8 years for attempted attack on White House
Washington: Indian national Sai Varshith Kandula, 20, on Thursday was sentenced to eight years for an attempted attack on the White House with a rented truck on May 22, 2023. The attack aimed to overthrow the democratically elected American government in order to replace it with a dictatorship fuelled by Nazi ideology, the Department of Justice said. ...
Dec. 23, 2024: Liz Plank Leaves The Man Enough Podcast
Liz Plank, the cohost of The Man Enough Podcast with Baldoni and Heath, announced her departure from the show on Dec. 23. In an Instagram post, she expressed her gratitude to the listeners and the community they had built together. ...
President Biden Won't Enforce TikTok Ban Before Leaving Office
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden won’t enforce a ban on the social media app TikTok that is set to take effect a day before he leaves office on Monday, a U.S. official said Thursday, leaving its fate in the hands of President-elect Donald Trump. ...
Love Is Blind Star Kwame Appiah's Health Scare: A Lesson Learned
Kwame Appiah is warning others not to be blind to their health needs. The Love Is Blind star got candid about a frightening medical scare he recently endured after feeling “a little bit sick” in November 2024, admitting that he came to regret not taking the matter seriously from the start. ...
Judge Allows States to Move Forward with Restricting Abortion Drug Access
By Geoff Mulvihill and Lindsay Whitehurst | Associated Press A judge in Texas ruled Thursday that three other states can move ahead with their effort to roll back federal rules and make it harder for people across the U.S. to access the abortion drug mifepristone. ...
Department of Education Says Direct Payments to College Athletes Could Violate Title IX
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Plans for colleges to pay athletes directly for their name, image and likeness deals would run afoul of Title IX, the Department of Education said in guidance issued Thursday that adds more confusion to the shifting landscape in college sports. ...
The Consensus Box of Santa Anita Picks for January 17, 2025
The consensus box of Santa Anita picks comes from handicappers Bob Mieszerski, Eddie Wilson, Kevin Modesti and Mark Ratzky. Here are the picks for thoroughbred races on Friday, January 17, 2025. Trouble viewing on mobile device? See consensus picks Enjoy the consensus horse racing picks online? Subscribe ...
Rohit Sharma & Hardik Pandya Training Together Ahead of Champions Trophy
Indian men’s cricket team captain Rohit Sharma and star all-rounder Hardik Pandya were recently seen training together. ...
Blake Lively's Legal Team Responds to Allegations
Blake Lively's legal team is pushing back against recent allegations made by Mr. Baldoni and Wayfarer Productions. They are accusing Lively of seizing creative control and alienating the cast, but her team is refuting these claims. ...
BJP distributes Constitution copies among sanitation workers at Maha Kumbh Mela
The BJP's Uttar Pradesh unit leaders distributed copies of the Constitution among the sanitation workers at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj on Thursday. They said the religious congregation at Prayagraj is a great celebration of unity, something that the Constitution guarantees. ...
"Twin Peaks" Creator David Lynch Passes Away at 78
David Lynch, the visionary director known for his surreal and offbeat films, as well as the cult-favorite TV series "Twin Peaks," has passed away at the age of 78. His unique storytelling and distinctive style captured the hearts of audiences around the world. ...
Sealdah Court to Pronounce Judgment in RG Kar Doctor Rape and Murder Case
The Sealdah court is likely to pronounce its judgment on January 18 in the rape and murder case of an RG Kar doctor. The incident has shocked the nation and the victim’s family, who continue to seek justice for their daughter. ...
U.S. Supreme Court May Issue Decision on TikTok Case
The U.S. Supreme Court may issue decisions on Jan. 17 in pending cases, which could include TikTok’s request to block a law forcing it to change owners or shut down on Jan. 19. ...
Justin Baldoni Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds
The actor Justin Baldoni filed a defamation lawsuit against the Hollywood stars Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds on Thursday, claiming that they tried to destroy him by accusing him of sexual harassment against the actress and then retaliation against her through a smear campaign. ...
Proposed Rules Would Require Alcohol Labels to List Nutritional Information, Allergens
Labels on wine, distilled spirits, and malt beverages in the U.S. would be required to list alcohol content and nutritional information per serving, plus notification of potential allergens, under two new rules proposed Thursday by the Treasury Department. ...
Department of Education Releases Guidance on Name, Image, and Likeness Pay Compliance Under Title IX
The Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights released guidance on Thursday regarding name, image and likeness (NIL) pay and its compliance under federal Title IX rules. The office put out its guidelines in a nine-page memo stating that athletic programs must offer equal opportunity regardless of sex. ...
FireAid Benefit Concert to Feature Billie Eilish, Sting, and More
Some of music's biggest stars, including Los Angeles native Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas, will headline the FireAid benefit concert to help Southern California recover from the devastating wildfires. ...
Sony Cancels Unannounced Live Service PlayStation Games Including God of War Title
According to Bloomberg’s Jason Schreier, Sony has cancelled two unannounced live service PlayStation games developed by Bend Studio and Bluepoint Games. It is believed that one of the cancelled games was a God of War title. ...
Israeli Cabinet to vote on ceasefire with Hamas after delay
The Middle East faced uncertainty on Thursday as the world waits to see if a long-awaited ceasefire deal to end the war in Gaza can make it across the finish line. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports. Then, Senior Vice President and Director of the Middle East program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies Jon Alterman joins "The Daily Report" to analyze. ...
Mayor Eric Adams to Meet with President-elect Trump Amid Pardon Rumors
Mayor Eric Adams will sit down with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago on Friday — as rumors swirl of the indicted mayor angling for a pardon. Adams was traveling to Florida on Thursday evening ahead of the meeting, which will take place just days before Trump’s inauguration. ...
NYT Connections Game #586: Today's Word Puzzle Answers and Clues
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. ...
NYT Strands Today: Game #320 - Answers and Hints
Strands is the NYT's latest word game, offering a fun challenge for word enthusiasts. If you enjoy word-based games like Wordle and Connections, then Strands is a must-try. However, it can be tricky, so here are some hints to help you out. Today's Theme Unlock the in-game hints by playing these words: GREEN, MORE, BOOT, TREAT, MOOT, NINE. ...