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British singer-songwriter Chris Rea, whose steady baritone and melodic guitar work made “Driving Home for Christmas” a perennial holiday favorite, has died at the age of 74. His family reported that he passed away in a hospital after a short illness on Monday, confirming the news through Britain’s Press Association. Rea’s career spanned five decades […]
A spirited clip of a middle school principal costumed as the popular holiday figure “Elf on a Shelf” opened today’s lineup on ABC News Live, setting a lighthearted tone for a broadcast otherwise dominated by travel updates and severe-weather coverage across the United States. The video, presented simply as “Middle school principal transforms into Elf […]
New York, Dec. 18 — Gold and silver prices climbed to unprecedented levels on Monday, extending a months-long rally driven by heightened demand for assets perceived as shelters from economic uncertainty. Futures for gold were last quoted at $4,445.80 per ounce, while spot prices stood at $4,414.99, marking an advance of nearly 70 percent since […]
Recent data indicate that certificate of deposit (CD) yields continue to challenge traditional patterns, with the most attractive offers now favoring short- and mid-range terms rather than long commitments. As of December 21, 2025, the highest available return is 4.1% annual percentage yield (APY), posted by Sallie Mae Bank’s 15-month CD and LendingClub Bank’s 8-month CD. These rates set […]
The U.S. Coast Guard is pursuing a vessel described by a senior U.S. official as part of Venezuela’s “dark fleet,” a network of ships accused of helping Caracas skirt international oil sanctions. According to the official, the vessel is traveling under a false flag and is already subject to a U.S. judicial seizure order. The […]
Federal immigration officers in St. Paul, Minnesota, opened fire on a suspect Sunday morning after the man allegedly struck two Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents with a sport-utility vehicle during an attempted arrest outside his apartment complex. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said the individual is a Cuban national who entered the United […]
China will begin levying steep tariffs on a wide range of dairy products imported from the European Union after concluding that EU subsidies have harmed domestic producers, the Ministry of Commerce announced on Monday. The duties, which vary between 21.9% and 42.7%, are scheduled to take effect on April 23. The ministry said the exact rate […]
Consumers looking for a place to park short-term savings can still capture annual percentage yields (APYs) above 4% in today’s money market account (MMA) market, even as broad deposit rates trend lower. The highest nationally available yield sits near 4.25% APY, well above the current average of 0.58% APY reported by the Federal Deposit Insurance […]
Phoenix, Ariz. — Vice President JD Vance brought Turning Point USA’s four-day AmericaFest convention to a close on Sunday, emphasizing Christian values, tougher immigration enforcement and an expanded “America First” platform as he addressed thousands of activists gathered at the Phoenix Convention Center. The appearance marked the first AmericaFest held since the September assassination of […]
An investigation is underway after video footage captured an alleged shoplifter drawing a handgun on a police officer inside a Walmart store on December 21, 2025. The brief clip, obtained by ABC News, depicts a tense confrontation in one of the retail giant’s aisles moments after the officer approached the individual on suspicion of theft. According to […]
The third chapter in James Cameron’s science-fiction saga delivered a muted domestic debut, generating an estimated $88 million from Friday through Sunday in North American theaters. Pre-release projections had pointed to a launch between $110 million and $125 million, leaving the new film well short of industry expectations. Disney’s release, officially titled “Avatar: Fire and […]
The average interest rate on a home equity line of credit (HELOC) has fallen for the third consecutive week, providing homeowners with a lower-cost way to access cash as the year ends. Nationally, the typical HELOC now carries a 7.44% annual percentage rate, according to data firm Curinos. The figure reflects applicants who hold at […]