U.S. auto sales next year expected to be best since 2019

Luigi Mangione, the suspect indicted in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, waived his right to an extradition hearing and is expected to be flown back to New York to face multiple charges. Mangione appeared in court in Pennsylvania, where supporters gathered, and is currently held in a correctional institution. He faces 11 counts in connection with the shooting, including first-degree murder, and plans to plead not guilty in both New York and Pennsylvania...

Wednesday's Edmonton weather from Environment Canada shows -17 C with 17 km/h winds and a wind chill of -26. The snowfall warning has been lifted, but the extreme weather response remains active. The forecast for Thursday includes sun and cloud with a chance of flurries, high of -17 C, and wind chill of -27. The city offers support through crisis diversion, shelter shuttles, and expanded overnight shelter during the extreme weather response. Full Article

As the world wakes up, we've sifted through the noise to bring you today’s top news headlines. Here’s what you need to know to start your day informed, to be enjoyed with your morning cup of coffee ☕: Putin says he should have invaded Ukraine earlier, as he holds marathon live event United Front: China's 'magic weapon' caught in a spy controversy Congress in disarray and shutdown looms as Trump, Musk slam spending deal Watch:...

When traveling, it's important to explore the local cuisine to truly experience new cultures and flavors. To discover new places to eat, refine your Google searches by looking for traditional or cheap eats, talk to hotel concierges for tailored recommendations, and ask locals for their favorite spots. Additionally, if using a travel agent, seek their advice on finding the perfect dining locations for your trip. Full Article

The family of slain teen Shawn Seesahai expressed satisfaction with the Court of Appeal's decision to increase the sentences of his two murderers, the UK's youngest knife killers, from eight-and-a-half to 10 years. The boys, who were 12 at the time of the fatal attack in Wolverhampton, were deemed to have received unduly lenient sentences for the "particularly serious" case. Mr. Seesahai's family welcomed the decision, stating that while no sentence can bring back their...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah conducted a security review meeting in Jammu and Kashmir, the first since the recent assembly elections, with top officials from various security agencies and the Ministry of Home Affairs present. The discussion focused on the security roadmap for 2025 and addressing sporadic terror incidents in the region, including a recent attack in central Kashmir. Shah's meeting aimed to assess the security situation in the Union territory following the abrogation of...