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An insect hovers near flowers at the holy remains of the patron saint of Bucharest, Romania. In Montenegro, a municipal worker rescues owlets from a fallen tree after a storm in Podgorica. Near Frankfurt, Germany, a herd of deer crosses a road in a picturesque scene. Full Article

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

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...

Joseph Corcoran, convicted in the 1997 killings of his brother and three other men, is set to be executed in Indiana after exhausting all legal appeals. Despite claims of severe mental illness, his execution is scheduled to take place without any independent witnesses present. Indiana, one of two states that do not allow media witnesses, plans to use pentobarbital for the lethal injection, with the source of the drugs remaining confidential. Full Article

Five members of a Utah family were found dead in their home, with one survivor injured from a gunshot wound. The deceased include a 42-year-old man, a 38-year-old woman, an 11-year-old boy, and girls ages 9 and 2. Police believe the violence was isolated to the home and are conducting a homicide investigation, with a 17-year-old hospitalized and unresponsive as a potential witness or suspect. Full Article