Australian woman accused of drug smuggling in Japan says she is innocent as trial begins

President-elect Donald Trump will be honored with the Patriot of the Year award at FOX Nation's Patriot Awards, emceed by Fox News host Sean Hannity. The event, streaming live on FOX Nation, will recognize America’s patriots, including military veterans and first responders, with appearances from FOX News Media personalities and awards in various categories. Last year's notable recipients included bestselling author James Patterson and World War II veteran Andy Negra. Full Article

Cambridge city leaders and the Massachusett tribe unveiled newly installed bilingual street signs in East Cambridge, with English and Massachusett translations from First to Eighth streets as part of a participatory budget project chosen by voters. The signs, featuring traditional green with purple Massachusett translations, aim to honor indigenous history and culture, with Vice Mayor Marc McGovern highlighting the importance of acknowledging the land's original inhabitants and their contributions. This initiative, spearheaded by resident Sage...

President-elect Donald Trump's Defense Secretary pick Pete Hegseth met with Republican senators amid concerns about his ability to lead the Pentagon, facing questions about a sexual assault allegation and work conduct. GOP senators expressed unease over the reports, with some calling them "disturbing" and emphasizing the need for a thorough confirmation process. Hegseth, a former Fox News co-host and Army National Guard member, has denied the allegations and is seeking to address concerns as he...

State and federal authorities in Louisiana marked the beginning of a $330 million conservation project to rejuvenate a significant swamp ecosystem by reuniting it with the Mississippi River. The project aims to enhance the natural habitat and promote biodiversity in the area, benefiting both wildlife and local communities. This initiative signifies a collaborative effort to preserve and restore the environmental resources of Louisiana's diverse landscape. Full Article

The University of New Mexico is investigating an incident involving two members of the men’s basketball team in which a walk-on player was allegedly punched by a scholarship player on a flight to Palm Springs, stemming from a disagreement over seating. The family of the alleged victim claimed the player was punched in the same injured shoulder he had in a sling and was later treated at a hospital. The university is conducting an investigation...

Christopher Leroy Collings, 49, was executed in Missouri for the rape and murder of a 9-year-old girl, dying by lethal injection at the Potosi Correctional Center. Collings, the 23rd inmate executed in the U.S. this year, expressed remorse in a final statement, while Governor Michael Parson affirmed the justice of his sentence. Collings kidnapped and killed Rowan Ford in 2007, denying intent to kill but being found guilty of rape and murder, with his brain...