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Kansas restaurant worker caught chopping meat on ground, owner explains why

The video shows an employee cutting up or hammering meat on the sidewalk or drive-thru pavement area right outside Tryyaki.

Here are the most Googled Christmas cookie recipes in every state

Google Trends released a map of the most-searched-for cookies by state, and the recipe that's most popular in your state might just surprise you.

What is 'coffee badging?' Workplace trend seen as protest to return-to-office push

As the post-pandemic return-to-office push gathers steam, again, workers are quietly mounting a pushback of their own.

Oregon sheriff concerned about letters asking people to track possible immigrants

LINCOLN CITY, Ore. (AP) — A sheriff in Oregon says he has contacted the FBI and is increasingly concerned about a letter circulating in his rural, coastal community asking people to write down the license plate numbers of possible immigrants.

Amazon and Starbucks workers are on strike. Trump might have something to do with it

Amazon delivery drivers and Starbucks baristas are on strike in a handful of U.S. cities as they seek to exert pressure on the two major companies to recognize them as unionized employees or to meet demands for an inaugural labor contract.

Indiana man sentenced to the maximum of 130 years in prison for 2017 killings of 2 teenage girls

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — An Indiana man convicted in the 2017 killings of two teenage girls who vanished during a winter hike was sentenced to a maximum of 130 years in prison Friday in the case that’s long cast a shadow over the teens’ small hometown of Delphi. Allen, 52, was convicted on Nov.

US civil rights probe faults Philadelphia school district over handling of antisemitism reports

The Philadelphia school district failed to show it protected Jewish students from harassment despite “repeated, extensive notice” that students, teachers and administrators were engaging in antisemitic behavior, the U.S.

Around the world

Biden missing in action as Turkey inches closer to full-blown war against US-allied Kurds in Syria

Amid the end of the nearly 14 years of civil war in Syria, Turkish strongman Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is set to rekindle a new war in northern Syria against America’s main ally, the Syrian Kurds.

Biden to travel to Italy for meetings with pope, Meloni in January

President Biden will travel to Italy in January for meetings with Pope Francis, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Italian President Sergio Mattarella. The trip, from Jan. 9 to 12, will likely be his last foreign trip as president before President-elect Trump is sworn in on Jan. 20.

Russia's Syria exit could help Ukraine-Israel relationship as analyst warns it 'offers little' to Jerusalem

With Russia’s diminished influence in Syria, Ukraine calls on Israel to reconsider its stance and provide essential defensive weapons and technology.

Canada's Trudeau reshuffles his Cabinet as resignation calls mount and new election threat looms

TORONTO (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's chances of staying on in power have become more tenuous after the opposition party that backed his government for years announced it will vote no confidence in the government when Parliament resumes.

Sri Lanka's navy rescues 102 Rohingya refugees found adrift aboard a fishing trawler

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka's navy rescued more than 100 people believed to be Rohingya refugees who were found adrift aboard a fishing trawler off the island nation, a navy spokesman said Friday.

For thousands of Jews, Israel still doesn't feel safe after the Oct. 7 attacks. So they're leaving

LONDON (AP) — Leaving Israel is easier, Shira Z. Carmel thinks, by saying it's just for now. But she knows better. For the Israeli-born singer and an increasing number of relatively well-off Israelis, the Oct.

5 takeaways from Putin's annual press conference

Russian President Vladimir Putin talked for more than three hours during an annual news conference in Moscow on Thursday, discussing key topics including the war in Ukraine, his interest in dialogue with President-elect Trump and an openness to asking about detained journalist Austin Tice in Syria.

Technology

Amazon workers are striking at multiple facilities. Here's what you should know

Amazon workers affiliated with the Teamsters union continued a strike Friday at seven of the company's delivery hubs just days before Christmas. At midnight on Saturday, workers at a prominent unionized warehouse in New York will also join, the Teamsters said.

Why OMB’s human-centered policy design effort is paying off

Federal CIO Clare Martorana’s tenure is coming to an end in January and she reflects back on her office’s efforts to improve federal technology. The post Why OMB’s human-centered policy design effort is paying off first appeared on Federal News Network.

Kazakhstan’s Digital Policeman: Pioneering the future of law enforcement

In the era of digital transformation, public safety stands at a critical crossroads. Law enforcement agencies globally are under increasing scrutiny to enhance transparency, efficiency, and trust within their communities.

Flexibility or security? Trick question: It’s a false choice. Here’s what to do instead

Remember when 'work' was a place? Federal agencies rethink BYOD to balance security and usability. The post Flexibility or security? Trick question: It’s a false choice. Here’s what to do instead first appeared on Federal News Network.

Amazon workers strike at multiple facilities as Teamsters seek labor contract

Workers at seven Amazon facilities went on strike Thursday, an effort by the Teamsters union to pressure the e-commerce company for a labor agreement during a key shopping period.

Sweat the small stuff: Data protection in the age of AI

As concerns about AI security, risk, and compliance continue to escalate, practical solutions remain elusive.

Half a million patients' personal info stolen in massive health care data breach

Hackers recently leaked personal information of about 500,000 Americans and stole patient medical records that included lab results and insurance details.

Sports News

Guentzel scores in 7 consecutive games, 1 shy of matching the franchise record in Tuesday's win against Blue Jackets

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Nick Paul had a goal and two assists to lead the Tampa Bay Lightning to a 5-3 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Jake Guentzel, Luke Glendening, Brayden Point and Mitchell Chaffee also scored for Tampa Bay, which has won five of six. Andrei Vasilevskiy finished with 28 saves.

NBA unveils new All-Star format featuring four-team tournament

The NBA 's All-Star Game is going to be an All-Star tournament this season, with the league announcing on Tuesday that it has finalized plans to use a different format for the upcoming midseason showcase in San Francisco.

Jalen Hurts fined for wearing mismatched cleats during Eagles' win over Steelers, AP source says

A person familiar with the decision says Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was fined $5,628 by the NFL for wearing mismatched cleats that were not “constitutional team colors.

Real Salt Lake's 2025 MLS season kicks off Feb. 22 with away game in San Jose

Real Salt Lake unveiled its entire 2025 MLS Season on Thursday, along with a few crucial dates such as the club's return to the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

Christian Walker agrees to $60 million, 3-year contract with Astros, AP source says

A a person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that Gold Glove first baseman Christian Walker and the Houston Astros have agreed to a $60 million, three-year contract.

Security guards tackle two women to the ground during Knicks-Timberwolves game after they ran onto court

Two NBA fans attempted to storm the court Thursday night during the New York Knicks' win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, but the two women were tackled to the ground by security.

Boys Basketball: Santa Fe Christian 63, Coronado 39

Boys basketball action taking place at Coronado High School as the Islanders take on #4 ranked Santa Fe Christian.

Politics News

Minnesota House tie in peril after judge rules DFL lawmaker can’t be sworn in

A district court judge on Friday granted a challenge to Democratic Rep.-elect Curtis Johnson’s residency, blocking him from taking office.

House rejects Trump-backed plan on government shutdown, leaving next steps uncertain

WASHINGTON (AP) — A day before a potential government shutdown, the House resoundingly rejected President-elect Donald Trump's new plan to fund operations and suspend the debt ceiling, as Democrats and dozens of Republicans refused to accommodate his sudden demands.

What Mayor Adams told Luigi Mangione when they met in NYC

NEW YORK (PIX11) – Mayor Eric Adams said he “wanted to send a strong message” when he met accused UnitedHealthcare CEO killer Luigi Mangione in New York City on Thursday.

Biden heading to Vatican City next month to meet with Pope Francis, Meloni in final overseas trip

The White House announced that President Joe Biden will head to Italy early next month for a public meeting with Pope Francis in Vatican City. During the trip he will also hold meetings with Italy's Prime Minister and President.

Chip Roy: Trump wants Social Security benefits intact

Chip Roy believes Trump doesn't actually want to cut from Social Security and other essential benefits on which Americans rely.

Global warming can’t be ignored, Montana’s top court says, upholding landmark climate case

Montana’s Supreme Court has upheld a landmark climate ruling that said the state was violating residents’ constitutional right to a clean environment by permitting oil, gas and coal projects without regard for global warming.

Former top aide to Mayor Adams expected in court on criminal charges: sources

NEW YORK (AP) — A former top aide to New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expected in court Thursday to face corruption charges in the latest blow to an administration beset by searches, resignations and the mayor's own indictment.