LeBron and Bronny James Make History as First NBA Father-Son Duo to Play Together

Rep. Richard Hudson, chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee, predicts that the GOP will be on the offensive in the 2026 midterms, benefiting from President-elect Trump's recent victory and favorable district demographics. With a fragile majority in the House, Republicans aim to defend their seats on friendly turf against Democratic challengers. Hudson highlights battle-tested Republicans in contested districts as strong candidates for the upcoming election cycle. Full Article

A French court found Dominique Pelicot guilty of aggravated rapes and other charges, his sentence pending up to 20 years in prison, in a case that shocked the nation as his ex-wife Gisèle Pelicot's harrowing ordeal was revealed. Prosecutors sought severe penalties for the 51 men involved in Dominique's depraved fantasies, which led to the abuse and drugging of his wife and other victims, sparking calls for reforms to combat rape culture in France. The...

A woman in Florida is feeling hurt and confused after being shunned by long-term friends, despite her efforts to stay in touch. Dear Abby advises her to accept that the friendships may have ended and focus on cultivating new relationships. Terry Fulmer, President of The John A. Hartford Foundation, discusses the need for better care for older adults, highlighting a survey showing a disconnect between the care they want and what they receive, especially for...

ABC News has agreed to pay $15 million in a defamation suit with President-elect Donald Trump. The settlement coincided with anchor George Stephanopoulos' new contract, following reports of behind-the-scenes drama at the network. The lawsuit stemmed from Stephanopoulos' claim that Trump was found liable for "rape," leading to a settlement where ABC News will pay $15 million and issue statements of regret. Full Article

A California man was detained by the FBI and had his guns temporarily seized after allegedly communicating with the 15-year-old Wisconsin school shooter. The man admitted to plotting a mass shooting with the shooter and had exchanged messages with her. The FBI detained him, and a gun violence emergency protective order was served, with a court hearing set for Jan. 3. Full Article

Wellesley police responded to an attempted break-in at Jaylen Brown's mansion while he was away for a Celtics game, with no items taken or disturbed inside. Police confirmed signs of forced entry and viewed video surveillance of three men in gray sweatshirts attempting to break in. The incident is under investigation, following security warnings issued to NBA and NFL players regarding burglaries at athletes' homes. Full Article