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The Canadian PressAn altercation erupts at a high-level meeting of a Russia-dominated economic union
MOSCOW (AP) — A tightly-scripted meeting of the Russia-dominated economic alliance of several ex-Soviet nations briefly went awry Thursday when two leaders engaged in bickering during a live broadcast of the event.
- Moneywise
Kevin O’Leary talks up the country that ‘took the best from all around the world,' claiming it's 'where the money is'
The Shark Tanker even has citizenship.
- The Hill
Opinion - Congress has the power to block Trump from taking office, but lawmakers must act now
Democrats need to take a stand against Electoral College votes for a person disqualified by the Constitution.
- People
Teen Actor Hudson Joseph Meek, Who Appeared in “Baby Driver”, Dies at 16 After Falling from Moving Vehicle
Meek’s professional acting credits date back to 2014, when he starred in the television movie 'The Santa Con,' starring Melissa Joan Hart
- The Daily Beast
Fallen Syrian Dictator’s Wife Said to Be Fighting for Life
The family drama surrounding fallen Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad took a new twist Thursday as his wife was reported to be facing a “50/50″ cancer battle. The Daily Telegraph of London reported that Asma al-Assad is “severely ill” from acute myeloid leukemia, a cancer which she had been first reported to have fought in May. Her father had told the Daily Beast Monday that she is “receiving the best treatment possible,” but had not suggested the illness was a significant danger to her survival.
- The Daily Beast
Trump Wants NHL Legend as ‘Governor of Canada’ in Latest Troll
President-elect Donald Trump isn’t taking time off from trolling just because it’s Christmas. The GOP leader took to Truth Social on Wednesday to revisit his bizarre claim that Canada could become America’s 51st state—and revealed he even knows who he’d want as governor—NHL legend Wayne Gretzky. “I just left Wayne Gretzky, ‘The Great One’ as he is known in Ice Hockey circles,” wrote Trump, claiming that he suggested that Gretzky run for Canadian prime minister. He added, “Soon to be known as the
- The Independent
Tom Hanks sparks health concerns after shaky Saturday Night Live appearance
‘Forrest Gump’ star made a surprise ‘SNL’ appearance to induct host Martin Short into the show’s five-timers club
- People
Michael Bolton Shares First Photo with Family Amid Cancer Treatment: 'Countless Moments to Cherish'
"Here's to fresh starts and beautiful moments," the singer wrote as he shared a photo of his family's Christmas celebrations
- The Canadian Press
What to know about the death of a woman who was set on fire in a New York City subway train
NEW YORK (AP) — The man accused of lighting a woman on fire on a New York City subway and fanning the flames as she burned to death made his first appearance in court this week, while authorities were yet to publicly identify the victim.
- euronews Videos
Russian air defence missile incident emerges as likely cause of Azerbaijan Airlines crash
According to Azerbaijan Airlines, 37 passengers were Azerbaijani citizens. There were also 16 Russian nationals, six Kazakhstani and three Kyrgyzstani citizens.
- The Independent
Trump aims dig at Obama in bizarre hour-long Christmas Day Truth Social posting spree
Trump reeled off 34 posts on his social media platform within a one-hour period
- BuzzFeed
Women Are Revealing The Things Guys Think Are "Normal" That Make Women Feel Unsafe And Men, You Should Take Notes
"It's a kind of fear men would never understand."
- Rolling Stone
Trump Threatens to Take Over Canada, Panama Canal, Greenland in Christmas Day Message
The president-elect referred to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as the "Governor" of Canada
- BuzzFeed
"It's Been Years Since I've Seen It On A Menu": 21 Once-Popular Foods From The '80s And '90s That Have Silently Vanished From Restaurants Everywhere
"You used to be able to get it all over or buy it frozen, but now I can't find it anywhere."
- People
Brooke Shields Shares Sweet Family Snaps with Her 2 Daughters and Husband Chris Henchy from Their Christmas Celebration
The actress shares daughters Grier, 18, and Rowan, 21, with longtime husband Chris Henchy
- People
Former Sean 'Diddy' Combs Employee Alleges He Arranged 'Wild King Nights' — and Had to Clean Up Evidence: Lawsuit
Sean "Diddy" Combs is facing multiple civil lawsuits as well as federal criminal charges
- BuzzFeed
19 People Who Died Thinking They Took Their Secrets To The Grave...Only To Be Revealed After Their Death
"He carried this secret with him for so long and died without ever having told anyone. It must have haunted him."
- Reuters
Biden, Trump send different Christmas messages
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The outgoing and incoming U.S. presidents had different messages for the Christmas holiday on Wednesday, with Democrat Joe Biden urging Americans to reflect and unite, while Republican Donald Trump offered a holiday greeting and then took aim at his political opponents. Biden narrated a video tour of the White House Christmas decorations that was published on YouTube late on Christmas Eve, in which he urges Americans to set aside "all the noise and everything that divides us." "We're here on this Earth to care for one another, to love one another," Biden says in a voiceover as a camera pans past adorned evergreen trees and bedecked fireplaces inside the White House.
- The Canadian Press
Dismiss Trump taunts, expert says after 'churlish' social media posts about Canada
OTTAWA — U.S. president-elect Donald Trump and those in his corner continue to muse about annexing Canada, though Canadian officials have largely sidestepped those comments.
- People
Drew Scott and Linda Phan Celebrate First Christmas ‘as Family of 4’ with Daughter Piper, 7 Months: ‘Happy Tears’
The family of four appeared to celebrate with Scott's parents Jim and Joanne Scott