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Starbucks announces it won't be restocking viral pink Stanley cups

Fans of Stanley cups, the tumbler brand with a massive following, who couldn’t snag the viral pink Quencher cup may be out of luck. Starbucks confirmed to KTLA that it won’t be restocking the item.

Federal officials order grounding of Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners after a plane suffers a blowout

Federal officials on Saturday ordered the immediate grounding of Boeing 737 Max 9 jetliners until they are inspected after an Alaska Airlines plane suffered a blowout that left a gaping hole in the side of the fuselage.

TikTok's 'Tunnel Girl' ordered to stop excavation project

TikTok's "Tunnel Girl," who went viral for building a tunnel system under her Virginia home, has been told to stop by local officials.

NY seeks $370 million in penalties in Trump's civil fraud trial. His response: 'They should pay me'

NEW YORK (AP) — New York state lawyers increased their request for penalties to over $370 million Friday in Donald Trump's civil business fraud trial. He retorted, “They should pay me.

Murdered husband of Utah children's book author had wife's meds in his body when he died: court docs

Eric Richins, a Utah man allegedly poisoned to death by his wife in 2022, had his wife's medication in his stomach when he died, according to an unsealed warrant.

Iowa principal critically injured in school shooting risked himself to protect students, police say

PERRY, Iowa (AP) — An Iowa principal critically injured in a school shooting put himself in harm's way so students could try to escape from a teenage shooter who opened fire in a cafeteria as students were gathering for breakfast before class, authorities said Friday.

Naked man arrested after doing 'cannonball' into Bass Pro Shop tank: police

A man crashed his car outside a Bass Pro Shop in Alabama, stripped naked and plunged into the giant aquarium inside the store Thursday night, police said.

Around the world

China suggests giant pandas could return to US by end of 2024

China reaffirmed Friday the U.S. could see the return of giant pandas by the end of the year, as long as the two countries can peacefully coexist. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi made the announcement Friday at an anniversary celebration marking 45 years since China and the U.S.

South Korea says the North has again fired artillery shells near their sea border

South Korea says North Korea has conducted a new round of artillery firing drills near the rivals’ disputed sea boundary.

A timeline of key moments leading to Japan planes colliding. Human error is seen as a possible cause

It only took 18 minutes to evacuate the 379 passengers of Japan Airlines Flight 516 after their plane burst into flames just after touchdown at Tokyo’s Haneda airport Tuesday evening.

Unsold Christmas trees are on the menu for elephants and bison at the Berlin Zoo

BERLIN (AP) — There’s a bit of post-Christmas cheer on the menu for elephants and other tenants at the Berlin Zoo: they can chomp on Christmas trees that didn’t find a home. The tree treats were unwrapped Thursday in what has become an annual event.

A minibus explodes in Kabul, killing at least 2 civilians and wounding 14 others

ISLAMABAD (AP) — A minibus exploded in a mostly Shiite Muslim neighborhood in Afghanistan’s capital of Kabul killing at least two civilians and wounding 14 others, a Taliban official said Saturday. It was the first attack in the country in 2024.

Russia registers 2 candidates against Putin in upcoming election

Russian officials have registered two candidates to stand against President Vladimir Putin in the upcoming March 2024 election for the nation's top executive position.

Chicago medical team prepares to head to Gaza Strip

The international healthcare organization they founded, MedGlobal, is doing what it can to help, though this team doesn’t have a full picture of the crisis they’ll triage.

Technology

Should AI initiatives change network planning?

Everyone is into AI these days, even network planners. But for network professionals, the primary focus has been on the use of AI in network operations.

Samsung to announce by AI-powered phones

The much-anticipated “all-new mobile experience powered by AI” is the latest instance of artificial intelligence becoming more ingrained in everyday life.

Windows 11 Insider Previews: What’s in the latest build?

The Windows 11 2023 Update has been released, but behind the scenes, Microsoft is constantly working to improve the newest version of Windows.

The largest male specimen of the world’s most venomous spider has been found in Australia

The largest male specimen of the world's most venomous spider that boasts fangs powerful enough to pierce a human fingernail has found a new home after being discovered north of Sydney, Australia.

The 15 most in-demand tech jobs for 2024 — and how to hire for them

As we head into 2024, businesses are dialed in on hiring for cloud, DevOps, digital transformation, security and privacy, development, AI, automation, system upgrades, and data integration and analytics, according to Robert Half Technology’s 2024 IT salary report.

How to turn off Facebook's latest way to track you

Facebook has found an interesting new way to track you: by keeping a list of the links you click and sharing this information with advertisers. The new feature is called "link history," and the good news is that you can turn it off. Before you do, let me explain what's happening here.

Hey Siri, where will you be after the genAI bubble pops?

When you consider the resources required to train, run, and oversee generative AI tools, you have to ask whether the rewards justify the consequences.

Sports News

Draymond Green reinstated from suspension by NBA after missing 12 games

NEW YORK (AP) — Draymond Green was reinstated by the NBA from his suspension on Saturday after the Golden State star missed 12 games for hitting Phoenix center Jusuf Nurkic in the face on Dec. 12.

Jaguars make roster move that could provide huge boost for potential playoff-clinching game

The Jacksonville Jaguars could get a huge boost to their offense on Sunday, as they have moved wide receiver Christian Kirk to the active roster

Connor Bedard placed on injured reserve with fractured jaw

CHICAGO — The Chicago Blackhawks placed star rookie Connor Bedard and Nick Foligno on injured reserve Saturday. Bedard was placed on injured reserve with a fractured jaw after being leveled by the New Jersey Devils' defenseman Brendan Smith in the first period of their game Friday.

Harbaugh's future at Michigan is subplot to CFP title game as Washington tries to lock up DeBoer

HOUSTON (AP) — Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh had barely settled into his seat on a riser at College Football Playoff media day when he received the question that is seemingly always hanging over him at this time of year.

NBA reinstates Draymond Green from indefinite suspension after 12 games

Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green's indefinite suspension ends, though he is expected to miss more games

Yuki Matsui can earn $33.6 million over 5 years with Padres if he becomes San Diego's closer

Yuki Matsui can earn $33.6 million over five seasons with the San Diego Padres if the Japanese reliever becomes the team's closer, and the pitcher could opt out of the deal after three years and $14.5 million if his pitching elbow remains healthy.

Quarterback Gerry Bohanon transferring to BYU

PROVO, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - It looks like BYU found its new starting quarterback via the transfer portal again. Former Baylor and South Florida quarterback Gerry Bohanon announced on social media that he will play his final year of college football at BYU next season.

Politics News

DNC blasts NH Dems over ‘meaningless’ primary

The Democratic National Committee scolded New Hampshire Democrats for selecting delegates for the state's unsanctioned primary.

DeSantis joins CNN for town halls less than 2 weeks before Iowa Caucus

Video above: Candidates make their pitches to voters in 3rd GOP presidential primary debate TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) -- Florida governor and presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis joined CNN at Thursday for a town hall less than two weeks before the Iowa Caucus.

Councilmember Andrea Cardenas appears in court on fraud charges

Chula Vista Councilmember Andrea Cardenas and her brother Jesus appeared in court Wednesday on fraud charges.

DeSantis floats keeping Biden off Florida ballot as SCOTUS weighs Trump case: 'We're going to fight back'

DeSantis says Florida is looking to make a 'credible case' that Biden should be barred from the ballot due to the 'invasion' at the southern border under his watch

Trump returns to Iowa 10 days before the caucuses with a commanding lead over the Republican field

Former President Donald Trump is calling on his supporters not to be complacent in the face of a commanding polling lead as he kicks off the sprint to the Iowa caucuses with his first events of the election year.

What to know about competing GOP town halls, debate in Iowa

Republican presidential candidates are set to appear in several competing town halls and debates this month, offering some of the final opportunities to boost their campaigns before voting kicks off in the Iowa caucuses. The first set of events will take place Thursday.

California senators introduce bill to strengthen red flag gun laws

A pair of California senators introduced new legislation this week that would bolster red flag gun laws.