'El Gordo' lottery in Spain spreads Christmas riches worth $2.8 billion

The U.S. government will deploy an additional 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles amid ongoing legal disputes over their presence, totaling 4,100 troops and 700 Marines in the area. Local leaders, including California Governor Gavin Newsom and L.A. Mayor Karen Bass, criticize the move as politically motivated and ineffective, especially as the 9th Circuit Court deliberates on the legality of the deployment. Need More Context? 🔎

Isobella Knight, a 32-year-old artist and mother of two, was found dead in her home in Northamptonshire, with her husband, Paul Knight, charged with her murder. Her family remembers her as a devoted mother and a kind-hearted individual, highlighting the deep loss felt by her loved ones and the ongoing investigation for justice. Need More Context? 🔎

Two Canadian universities have achieved top 10 status in a U.K. ranking for their initiatives aimed at meeting UN sustainability goals. Efforts include using GoPros to monitor tree seedlings and addressing campus food insecurity by utilizing leftovers, showcasing their commitment to ecological research and practical applications in sustainability. Need More Context? 🔎

As Israel intensifies its airstrikes on Tehran, concerns rise for foreign nationals, including around 20 Europeans, and political prisoners in Evin prison amid fears for their safety. Rights groups warn of imminent danger to these detainees, with calls for their urgent humanitarian release, as the ongoing conflict exacerbates their precarious situations. Need More Context? 🔎

At least 33 Palestinians, including 11 seeking aid, were killed by Israeli gunfire and air strikes in Gaza, with ongoing clashes near food distribution sites. The Israeli military stated its actions targeted Hamas, while humanitarian organizations condemned the situation, citing severe hunger and casualties among those attempting to access aid amidst a blockade. Need More Context? 🔎

A man has been arrested for second-degree murder in the 2003 death of his father, Paul Herlihy, who was found dead in Milford, New Hampshire. Douglas Herlihy, 39, was apprehended in Massachusetts and is held without bail, with extradition proceedings to New Hampshire expected to follow his arraignment. Need More Context? 🔎