Criminology student accused of killing stranger ‘asked how to get away with murder in class’

Fox News reports on the ongoing struggles of North Carolina communities impacted by Hurricane Helene, with two families receiving the gift of new homes on Christmas Day from EmergencyRV. The Penley family, who lost everything, received a camper that comfortably fits their family, while Marine Corps veteran Timothy McCord was gifted a brand-new camper after living in a damaged one. EmergencyRV, a non-profit organization, has provided 77 campers to Helene survivors and has 700 families...

An Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash on Christmas Day near Aktau, Kazakhstan, has sparked speculation of a potential Russian involvement after the aircraft deviated from its course, crash-landed with fuselage damage, and killed 38 people. Russian military bloggers suggested the plane may have been mistaken for a Ukrainian drone, leading to theories of anti-aircraft missile involvement. The incident occurred after the plane made an unexpected detour possibly due to GPS jamming, prompting investigations into the cause...

A suspect, 28-year-old Jason Sargeant, was arrested for a random stabbing spree at the Grand Central subway station in NYC on Christmas Eve, injuring a 26-year-old woman and a 42-year-old man. Sargeant allegedly slashed the man's wrist during an argument on the stairs and then attacked the woman near a turnstile, leaving both victims in stable condition. He was charged with multiple counts including assault and possession of a weapon, following another recent subway attack...

The main opposition party in South Korea has submitted a motion to impeach the acting leader for not filling three Constitutional Court vacancies before the court reviews rebellion charges against impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol. The charges stem from a brief martial law decree issued on Dec. 3, prompting concerns over the delay in appointing judges for the crucial court proceedings. Full Article

Wordle, a word-game from The New York Times, challenges players to guess a new five-letter word each day by providing color coded clues to indicate correct or incorrect letters and placements. Initially created as a gift, the game quickly gained popularity and was acquired by The New York Times due to its simplicity and accessibility. Newsweek offers hints to help players solve the daily puzzle, with Thursday's answer being "Affix," a verb and noun related...

In Week 17, the Baltimore Ravens seized the AFC North lead with a dominant 31-2 win over the Houston Texans, as Lamar Jackson showcased his skills with a touchdown run and pass. Derrick Henry contributed with a touchdown run and 147 rushing yards, while the Texans struggled offensively with just one score and 10 first downs. With the win, the Ravens moved to 11-5 and claimed first place in the division, while the Texans fell...