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Congress works to expand access to federal land and parks

Congress has found common ground on a sweeping legislative package that would expand access to federal lands and parks.

2 Bay Area metros offer the best lives for the middle class

When it comes to the best places in the U.S. for middle- and working-class people, a new study suggests you shouldn't rule out cities with some of the least affordable homes.

The US metros that offer the best – and worst – lives for the middle class

When it comes to the best places in the U.S. for middle- and working-class people, a new study suggests you shouldn't rule out cities with some of the least affordable homes.

Commercial ships hit by missiles in Houthi attack in Red Sea, US warship downs 3 drones

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Three commercial ships in the Red Sea were struck by ballistic missiles fired from Houthi-controlled Yemen on Sunday and a U.S. warship shot down three drones in self-defense during the hourslong assault, the U.S. military said.

US military affirms it will end live-fire training in Hawaii's Makua Valley

The U.S. military has confirmed that it will permanently end live-fire training in Makua Valley on Oahu.

California metro area ranks among best for middle and working class Americans

When it comes to the best places in the U.S. for middle- and working-class people, a new study suggests you shouldn't rule out cities with some of the least affordable homes.

These Texas birds will be renamed due to links with colonialism

Starting in 2024, the American Ornithological Society will begin an initiative to rename some birds with English names found in the U.S. and Canada.

Around the world

White House urges Israel to limit civilian casualties in Gaza

"We're also very much focused, as we've been all along, on trying to make sure that this conflict doesn't spread.

Klitschko jabs Zelenskyy, claims Ukraine is becoming authoritarian

Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko claimed that Ukraine was leaderless during the early months of the war with Russia, in an interview published Friday.

Paris stabbing suspect was released from prison after previous Islamic terror plot: French minister

France was already on alert when a suspect, who had served time for plotting an attack before, stabbed to death a German tourist in Paris.

Kissinger's unwavering support for brutal regimes still haunts Latin America

SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — In Chile, leftists were tortured, tossed from helicopters and forced to watch relatives be raped. In Argentina, many were “disappeared” by members of the brutal military dictatorship that held detainees in concentration camps.

Niece of hostages calls on world governments to 'think creatively'

Four of Efrat Machikawa's family members were released from Hamas captivity, but her uncle is believed to still be trapped in Gaza.

King Charles, Kate Middleton reportedly named as royal family racists, NBC says

Questions of racism within the royal family were reignited after King Charles and Catherine, Princess of Wales, were reportedly named in the Dutch version of Omid Scobie’s book "Endgame" as the two people who discussed Prince Archie's skin color, according to the British media.

Israel knew about plan for Hamas attack more than year ago: NYT

According to the New York Times, Hamas followed the "blueprint" outlined in the plan "with shocking precision.

Technology

Gain full visibility across the Internet Stack with IPM (Internet Performance Monitoring)

CIOs have a lot on their plates. Their responsibilities include leading digital transformation efforts at the organization, delivering ROI on technology investments, and providing a secure platform for mission critical business processes.

Amazon launches Q, a business chatbot powered by generative artificial intelligence

NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon finally has its answer to ChatGPT. The tech giant said Tuesday it will launch Q — a business chatbot powered by generative artificial intelligence.

Walmart joins list of companies nixing ads on Musk's X

Walmart joined the list of companies who have pulled advertisements from X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, on Friday. "We aren't advertising on X as we've found some other platforms better reach our customers,” Walmart said in an emailed statement to The Hill.

NASCAR to include streaming in new 7-year media rights deal that welcomes Amazon, TNT and Max

NASHVILLE, Tenn, (AP) — NASCAR has added two new partners and streaming elements to a seven-year media rights deal announced Wednesday that will run from 2025 through the 2031 season.

Cisco CCNA and AWS cloud networking rank among highest paying IT certifications

Cloud expertise continues to be in high demand and attract the highest compensation. Networking and security credentials are also financially fruitful, according to Skillsoft’s ranking of the 20 top-paying IT certifications going into 2024.

When Gaza lost telephone and internet connection, this activist found a way to get Palestinians back online

Mirna El Helbawi sits on a Cairo rooftop, her face illuminated by the moonlight and a phone in her hands, as she texts a terrified father whose wife and children are trapped in Gaza.

Commerce is in better shape to understand cost, benefits of moving to the cloud

Andre Mendes, the Commerce Department’s chief information officer, said through the use of Technology Business Management framework, the agency has well over 90% of their IT costs categorized properly and in the right towers, which is a huge change.

Sports News

SoFi Stadium is the NFL’s ‘bougiest,’ study finds

If there was one word to describe your favorite NFL team’s stadium, would it be “bougie?” According to Merriam-Webster, “bougie” (pronounced boo-gee and alternatively spelled "boujee") is defined as “marked by a concern for wealth, possessions and respectability.

Utah to play Northwestern in Las Vegas Bowl

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - The Utes football team is headed back to Vegas this bowl season Utah will face off against Northwestern in the Las Vegas Bowl at Allegiant Stadium December 23rd on ABC4.

Yurtseven saves the day for the Jazz in overtime

SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) - Without its top two scorers, Lauri Markkanen and Jordan Clarkson, an unlikely hero emerged for the Utah Jazz Saturday night.

Bucs running back designs cleats to support girl suffering from genetic disease

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers participated in "Cause for Cleats" where player designs their cleats supporting a cause of their choice.

Bills linebacker Von Miller turns himself in on felony domestic violence charge

DALLAS (AP) — Buffalo Bills linebacker Von Miller turned himself in to police in a Dallas suburb on Thursday after he was charged in a warrant with domestic violence against the mother of his children, who is pregnant, police said.

USC's Bronny James cleared by doctors for return to basketball 4 months after cardiac arrest

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bronny James has been cleared by doctors for a full return to basketball four months after suffering a cardiac arrest, and the Southern California freshman is expected to make his collegiate debut soon — with his father saying he wouldn't miss it.

Collins has 191 yards receiving, Ward saves game with interception as Texans beat Broncos 22-17

HOUSTON (AP) — Nico Collins had the best game of his career, and the Texans' defense came up huge to help Houston hand Denver its first loss since mid-October.

Politics News

White House Christmas tree shines bright at lighting ceremony

President Joe Biden and first lady Dr. Jill Biden kicked off the unofficial start of the holiday season at the lighting ceremony for the White House Christmas tree Thursday.

DeSantis seeks to regain lost ground in high-stakes Alabama debate

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) is facing high stakes ahead of this week’s Republican primary debate in Alabama, as he looks to regain lost ground in the final weeks before the Iowa caucuses.

Nevada Sen. Rosen, Democrats push for investigation into Big Oil mergers, high gas prices

Nevada Democratic Sen. Jacky Rosen is pushing for the federal government to investigate how big oil companies are merging and reducing competition.

Biden used to keep quiet about Trump. Now Biden's invoking his name to raise alarms

In the 2024 election, President Biden hopes to benefit from talking more directly about former President Trump. The latest example is their exchange of words about the Affordable Care Act.

With GOP priorities unfinished, Texas House plans to wrap fourth special session Tuesday

The decision to end work Tuesday leaves long odds for bills to boost school safety funding and make sure that election challenges don’t delay the implementation of property tax cuts, teacher pension raises and infrastructure spending.

Open secret at climate talks: The top temperature goal is mostly gone

Researchers injected a sobering finding into global climate negotiations Sunday by saying the world will likely fail its most important warming test.

Santos won't resign ahead of expulsion vote

Time is running out for Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.), as he is sure there are enough votes to expel him from Congress. However, he still refuses to resign.