Americans Hopeful, a Snowy Bear Collision, and New Year's Traditions

A majority of Americans feel hopeful as the new year approaches, with nearly half expressing confidence that President-elect Donald Trump will increase peace and stability worldwide, according to a new poll.

                
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A list of the world’s most beautiful winter scenes showcases stunning landscapes, from snow-covered villages to spectacular frozen lakes and white-capped peaks. (See Scenes)  

Reader’s Digest has compiled a collection of popular and lesser-known New Year’s traditions from around the world, featuring activities like wave jumping in Brazil and New York’s peppermint pig smash. (See Traditions)  

Time has released its list of highly anticipated 2025 movie premieres, including remakes, reboots, sequels, and adaptations set to debut in theaters and on streaming services. (See Movies)

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➤ Former Mossad agents revealed details of Israel’s 10-year "exploding pager" operation, a covert strategy targeting Hezbollah terrorists. (See Details

A dog in a Colorado store delighted shoppers by perfectly matching the pose of holiday decorative dog statues, blending seamlessly into the display. (See Display)

➤ Here's a guide to the best purchases for each month in 2025, assisting budget-conscious shoppers in planning significant expenses. (See Guide)  

➤ A snowboarder captured an incredible moment on video: a bear colliding with a fellow boarder. The boarder emerged uninjured but covered in snow. (See Collision)

➤ Food plays a central role in New Year’s Eve celebrations globally, and these are some of the many beloved traditional meals. (See List

➤ The fastest skateboarding cat and the largest chicken-shaped building are just two of the quirky new Guinness World Records for 2024. (See Records)  

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Are your Christmas decorations still up?

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Yesterday's Results:

How early did you wake up on Christmas morning?

    1. Before 6 a.m.: 31.0%
    2. 6-8 a.m.: 42.1%
    3. 8-10 a.m.: 17.9%
    4. Later than 10 a.m.: 5%
    5. Who slept?: 3%

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Thursday, December 26, 2024

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Operation Christmas Drop, Christmas NFL Games, and What's Open Today

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

Seven nations' air forces collaborated in Operation Christmas Drop 2024, delivering over 77000 pounds of humanitarian aid to remote Pacific islands in the DOD's longest-running airlift mission.

Biden Cuts Death Sentences, Asteroid Near Miss, and a Fireworks Bust

Tuesday, December 24, 2024

President Joe Biden commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates, reducing their punishment to life imprisonment without parole. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏

Friendly Fire Over Red Sea, Manchin's Warning, and Holiday Party Tips

Monday, December 23, 2024

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College Football Winners, the Holiday Jackpot, and a Controversial Castle

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