For retail experts and economists, the takeaway on the holiday season varies widely, depending on the product category, brand and who’s buying. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/12/26/consumer-spending-holiday-shopping-2026/ Author : Jaclyn Peiser Publish date : 2025-12-26 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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JERUSALEM: Israel’s Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar blasted the Palestinian Authority (PA) for emboldening terrorism with its infamous "Slay -to-Pay" program after a Palestinian on Friday murdered two Israelis.Palestinian terrorists murdered 19-year-old Aviv Maor from Kibbutz Ein Harod and Mordechai Shimshon, 68, from Beit She’an on Friday in northern Israel.The Palestinian Authority "Pay-for-Slay" policy gained wide public attention when Taylor Force, a West Point graduate who served in Afghanistan and Iraq, was savagely knifed to death by a Palestinian terrorist on March 8, 2016, while on a tour of Israel. President Donald Trump signed the Taylor Force Act into law in
The far-right group known as the R.S.S., whose members include Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has spent a century trying to make India a Hindu-first nation. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/26/world/asia/india-hindu-right-rss-modi.html Author : Mujib Mashal, Hari Kumar and Atul Loke Publish date : 2025-12-26 15:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Pull tabs, legal in Minnesota and a few other states, have been a cherished Midwestern tradition for nearly 50 years. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2025/12/26/pull-tabs-minnesota-bars-gambling-technology/ Author : Caroline O'Donovan Publish date : 2025-12-26 13:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
IN TODAY'S NEWSLETTER:- Here's how we can live and work with artificial intelligence without losing our humanity- Amazon adds controversial AI facial recognition to Ring- New US military GenAI tool ‘critical first step' in future of warfare, says expertOPINION: The Vatican's recent document on artificial intelligence, Antiqua et Nova — "The Old and the New" — is not a technical treatise, but a philosophical reminder: The advance of AI provokes in new ways fundamental questions about the nature of intelligence and the kind of people we must become to wield powerful tools responsibly.'FAMILIAR FACES': Amazon's Ring video doorbells are getting
No group has claimed responsibility for the explosion, which happened on a day when many worshipers attend mosque for Friday Prayer. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/26/world/middleeast/syria-homs-mosque-explosion.html Author : Abdi Latif Dahir and Hussam Hammoud Publish date : 2025-12-26 12:20:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
One of Egypt’s most famous and beautiful artifacts lies in a Berlin museum, and the calls for its return have received a renewed push with the opening of a new museum. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/12/26/new-egyptian-museum-brings-fresh-pressure-return-nefertitis-bust/ Author : Aaron Wiener Publish date : 2025-12-26 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
1. Trump launches Christmas night airstrikes in Nigeria2. Biden family Christmas photo draws mixed reactions3. Death toll rises in Louisville UPS plane crash HOLIDAY HORROR – Grandfather dies in 'freak accident' at McDonald's drive-thru window before Christmas. Continue reading …‘NOT BACKING DOWN’ – TPUSA head vows to fight on after stubborn student gov denies chapter approval twice. Continue reading …HORRIFIC RAMPAGE – Father allegedly shoots family after wife asked him to turn off 49ers game. Continue reading …HOLIDAY HEIST – Travis Kelce held scoreless as Chiefs fall in his possible Arrowhead Stadium finale. Continue reading …PRESSURE POINTS – Travelers warned as
Detty December means a month of “back to back to back” partying in Nigeria’s megacity. Ruth Maclean, the West Africa bureau chief for The New York Times, attends for the first time. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/video/world/africa/100000010588894/lagoss-month-of-partying-is-getting-pricier.html Author : Ruth Maclean, Taiwo Aina, Karen Hanley and Christina Thornell Publish date : 2025-12-26 10:02:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Among the Epstein files are records on his death in New York’s Metropolitan Correctional Center, but nothing so far challenges a ruling that he died by suicide. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2025/12/26/epstein-suicide-files-evidence/ Author : Derek Hawkins Publish date : 2025-12-26 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Investing in proper storage for your holiday decor protects your decorations, keeps them looking great year after year and makes setting up and packing away less stressful. These smart storage solutions will help you keep all your holiday gear neat, safe and ready to go next season.Collapsible ornament storage box:$22.99 (54% off)Christmas ornament storage with telescoping height: $329.99Maye ornament storage: $34.99 (29% off)Moisture resistant wreath bag, set of 2: $29.99 (35% off)Large Christmas tree storage bag: $12.34Plastic ornament storage box: $15.59 (22% off)Nutcracker and figurine collectible storage box: $79.99 (68% off)Christmas ornament storage box with dividers: $35.69Plastic Christmas organizer bins,
The region could see accumulations of up to 5 to 7 inches from late Friday into Saturday. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/nyregion/snow-storm-nyc-weather-forecast.html Author : Eliza Shapiro Publish date : 2025-12-26 07:33:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Michael Ramirez cartoon on Congress and returns after holiday season. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2025/12/25/michael-ramirez-cartoon-congress-returns/ Author : Michael Ramirez Publish date : 2025-12-25 19:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
A grandfather was killed just days before Christmas in what officials have described as a "freak accident" at a McDonald's drive-thru in Nebraska.Michael Dickinson, 69, was crushed to death after he was pinned between his vehicle and the payment window on Tuesday morning in Grand Island.He was rushed to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead, according to Grand Island police.Police said the victim's next of kin were notified of his death.USPS WORKER FOUND DEAD INSIDE MAILING MACHINE IN MICHIGAN: 'DEEPLY SADDENED BY THE LOSS'Police Division Chief Dean Elliott told KSNB-TV that the incident was "100% a freak accident.""It appears
Fighting has caused the spread of illnesses like malaria and cholera. In a worst-case scenario, the situation could threaten regional health security, experts say. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/26/world/asia/myanmar-conflict-health-crisis.html Author : Verena Hölzl and Lauren DeCicca Publish date : 2025-12-26 05:01:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Northern suburbs, under a winter weather advisory, have the highest chance of icy impacts Friday. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2025/12/25/dc-weather-live-updates-christmas-friday-ice/ Author : Ian Livingston Publish date : 2025-12-25 21:21:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Travis Kelce had three of his five catches on the Kansas City Chiefs’ final drive against the Denver Broncos, but the team couldn’t do enough to win the game.Kelce, in what may have been his final game at Arrowhead Stadium before potentially calling it quits, had five catches for 36 yards. Denver won the game, 20-13.The tight end threw his gloves to the crowd as he walked back to the locker room.CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COMKansas City’s offense was pretty putrid the entire night but the game came down to the wire.The Chiefs suffered their first penalty
Government officials have traditionally steered clear of such overtly religious language, as the Constitution prohibits the establishment of an official state religion. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/admin/trump-administration-religion-christmas.html Author : Ashley Ahn Publish date : 2025-12-26 02:14:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
In Washington’s 30-23 defeat, young players such as Jer’Zhan Newton and Jacory Croskey-Merritt demonstrate how they might fit in the future. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2025/12/25/commanders-cowboys-christmas-day/ Author : Tashan Reed Publish date : 2025-12-25 23:21:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr addressed his heated exchange with Draymond Green during a lengthy media session Wednesday.Green left the team bench area during a timeout in the third quarter of Golden State’s game against the Orlando Magic Monday and eventually headed to the locker room to cool off. Kerr said that even after Green returned to the bench for the rest of the game, he was not going to play."We had it out a little bit, and he made his decision to go back to the locker room to cool off, and that’s all I’m going to say
Pope Leo XIV greeted the soggy faithful in St. Peter’s Square in both English and Italian and apologized that there wasn’t enough room in the basilica for them all. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/world/europe/pope-leo-st-peters-christmas-eve-mass.html Author : Steve Kenny Publish date : 2025-12-25 23:10:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
In Craig Brewer’s “Song Sung Blue,” Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson’s married characters form a Neil Diamond cover band. Somehow, it’s based on reality. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/movies/2025/12/25/song-sung-blue-review/ Author : Sonia Rao Publish date : 2025-12-25 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
Fox News' "Antisemitism Exposed" newsletter brings you stories on the rising anti-Jewish prejudice across the U.S. and the world.IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:- Major university cuts ties with US-sanctioned UN expert on Palestinian issues- Bondi Beach suspects filmed antisemitic video manifesto- Israel calls out UN-backed Gaza famine report as biasedTOP STORY: Georgetown University severed ties with U.N. Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese after UN Watch reported her removal from its affiliated scholars list. Albanese faces U.S. sanctions and widespread condemnation for antisemitic remarks and alleged support for terrorism. Critics praised Georgetown’s decision, citing accountability, academic integrity, and opposition to rhetoric that excuses violence against
The holiday spirit is bringing people together, with celebrations of lights, dance and Santa. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2025/12/25/world/middleeast/christmas-2025-photos.html Author : The New York Times Publish date : 2025-12-25 21:27:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
With a particular focus on viral Nordic candies, new sweet shops are cropping up all over the country. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2025/12/25/boutique-candy-shops-swedish-gummies/ Author : Ethan Beck Publish date : 2025-12-25 14:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.