Daily News Brief

President-elect Donald Trump announced ambassador nominations for Herschel Walker and Nicole McGraw, praising their accomplishments and dedication. He warned Senate Republicans against making deals with Democrats to fast-track nominations, emphasizing his mandate and intention to appoint qualified individuals in January. The nominations come as industry leaders visit Mar-a-Lago ahead of Trump's second term. Full Article

On February 16, 2021, the narrator planned for a drug-free water birth but ended up with a traumatic emergency c-section. Following this experience, a new campaign called Delivering Better is advocating for improved maternity services in the UK due to the high number of women experiencing negative birth experiences. The group's report highlights the long-term mental and physical impacts of traumatic births on women, emphasizing the need for better support and listening to women's needs...

A 30-year-old man has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving after a young boy died in a hit-and-run crash in Smethwick, near Birmingham. The grey Porsche Cayenne collided with a Toyota Auris carrying four adults and the two-year-old boy, leaving two adults in serious condition in the hospital. Sharjeel Shahzad faces multiple charges including driving while disqualified and failing to stop after a collision, and is set to appear in Birmingham Magistrates’ Court...

Five IEDs, totaling 21.5 kg, were discovered in Manipur's Imphal East district during a joint operation by the Spear Corps and state police. The recovery included two 5.5 kg IEDs, one 4 kg IED, two 3.5 kg IEDs, and a 25m Cordtex wire, with a canine playing a vital role in the operation. In Kangpokpi district, security forces seized a submachine gun and an improvised mortar known locally as 'pumpi' from Phaileng. Full Article

Wordle remains popular due to its easy-to-understand rules, daily challenges, and ability to foster connections through social media. The game involves guessing a mystery five-letter word using color-coded hints, with today's answer being "hefty." Players can enjoy a daily break from their busy lives and engage in conversations with friends and family members around the world, making Wordle a widely accessible and engaging game. Full Article

Two street characters in Mexico, dressed as Santa Claus and the Grinch, got into a physical altercation over tips in Aguascalientes, sparking a brawl that led to their arrest by the police. The conflict arose when one character noticed he was receiving less money from tourists than the other, leading to a chaotic scene in the city square and both characters being handcuffed. This incident adds to the list of holiday crimes, including Santa thieves...