Putin Orders 36-Hour Weekend Cease-Fire in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday ordered Moscowβs armed forces to hold a 36-hour cease-fire in Ukraine this weekend for the Russian Orthodox Christmas holiday, the Kremlin said.
Man Accused of Chewing Off Man's Ear Said Victim Was a Robot
A man accused of chewing off the ear of a 78-year-old man on a light-rail train platform near Portland, Oregon, told detectives he thought the victim was a robot trying to kill him.
Faithful Mourn Benedict XVI at Funeral Presided Over by Pope
Pope Francis joined tens of thousands of faithful in bidding farewell to Benedict XVI at a rare requiem Mass Thursday.
Court: Teacher Wearing MAGA Hat Fell Under Protected Speech
An appeals court has ruled in favor of a former teacher in Vancouver, Washington, concluding that his wearing a hat supporting former President Trump to school was protected speech under the First Amendment.
Mega Millions Jackpot Climbs to $940M After No Winner
The Mega Millions jackpot increased to an estimated $940 million after another drawing resulted in plenty of losers but not a single grand prize winner.
Jeremy Renner Posts Update from Hospital After Snow Plow Accident
The Avengers star says he's 'too messed up to type' but sends his love to fans.
Police Say 22 Injured When SUV Crashes into NYC Restaurant
A hit-and-run driver rear-ended a sport utility vehicle and sent it crashing into a New York City restaurant, injuring 22 people, police said Tuesday.
AP: Benedict XVI, First Pope To Resign In 600 Years, Dies At 95
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, the shy German theologian who tried to reawaken Christianity in a secularized Europe but will forever be remembered as the first pontiff in 600 years to resign from the job,Β died Saturday. He was 95.
Judge Changes Requirements For Bond Of Madalina Cojocari's Parents
The parents of 11-year-old Madalina Cojocari now have new conditions for bond.
Massive Fire at Cambodia Hotel Casino Kills at Least 19
A massive fire at a Cambodian hotel casino that lasted more than 12 hours killed at least 19 people and injured more than 60, while other victims were apparently not yet accounted for Thursday.
Vatican Says Health Of Retired Pope Benedict XVI 'Worsening'
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVIΒ 's health has worsened over the past hours due to advanced age and doctors are constantly monitoring his condition.
The Year Of The Slap: Pop Culture Moments In 2022
Taylor Swift was up. Elon Musk was in, out, in and maybe out again. Tom Cruise was back. BTS stepped aside, and so did Serena Williams, and Tom Brady too β oops, scratch that. But the slap? The slap was everywhere β that moment Will Smith smacked Chris Rock at the Oscars and a global audience said, "Wait, did that just happen?" That's The Associated Press' top pop culture moment of 2022.
Southwest Airlines Under Fire After Wave Of Storm Cancellations
The U.S. Department of Transportation says it will look into flight cancellations by Southwest Airlines that have left travelers stranded at airports across the country amid an intense winter storm that has killed dozens of people. Many airlines were forced to cancel flights due to the weather, but Southwest was by far the most affected.
Pope Warns Vatican Staff an 'Elegant Demon' Lurks Among Them
Pope Francis warned Vatican bureaucrats on Thursday to beware the devil that lurks among them, saying it is an βelegant demonβ that works in people who have a rigid, holier-than-thou way of living the Catholic faith.
Light the Knights Closed Friday Due to Extreme Cold
Light the Knights will not be open tonight, December 23rd, due to high winds and safety concerns.
Arizona To Remove Shipping Container Wall From Mexico Border
Gov. Doug Ducey says Arizona will take down a makeshift wall made of shipping containers at the Mexico border, settling a lawsuit and political tussle with the federal government over trespassing on federal lands. The Biden administration and the Republican governor entered into an agreement that Arizona will cease installing the containers in the Coronado National Forest.
Pageantry Evoking Churchill Greets Zelenskyy in Washington
At a time of grave consequence, a wartime leader crossed the Atlantic to arrive at a White House decked in holiday decor to consult with the American president about a war in Europe.
FTX Founder Bankman-Fried Allowed $250M Bond, House Arrest
Cryptocurrency entrepreneur Sam Bankman-Fried walked out of a Manhattan courthouse Thursday with his parents after they agreed to sign a $250 million bond and keep him at their California home.
Greyhound Offering Free Rides To Runaway Youth
Greyhound Bus is offering free rides to help people in need this holiday season. It's apart of their "Homefree" program.
Home Alone Wins Best Christmas Movie of All Time
Get in the Christmas spirit, December is here! It's the perfect time to sit down with a cup of hot cocoa and watch your favorite Christmas movie. But what'sΒ the best Christmas movie of all time?
