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President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to end birthright citizenship to fulfill his campaign promises of restricting immigration, citing concerns of abuse and "birth tourism." However, legal challenges would be significant, as birthright citizenship is protected under the 14th Amendment of the Constitution. Trump's plan to halt the policy faces uncertainty due to the historical precedent set by the amendment and the potential implications of overturning a long-standing practice. Full Article

President-elect Donald Trump has suggested shooting down "mystery drones" recently spotted in New Jersey and other parts of the country, despite FBI and Homeland Security stating there is no evidence of a national security threat. Concerns have grown as sightings continue, with Trump accusing President Joe Biden's administration of withholding information and urging transparency or shooting down the drones. The White House has not yet commented on the matter. Full Article

Daniel Bellinger, a third-year tight end for the New York Giants, is seizing the opportunity to showcase his skills after a standout performance against the Saints, stepping in for injured rookie Theo Johnson. Despite facing setbacks in his career, Bellinger remains confident in his abilities and is expected to play a more prominent role with Johnson out. His experience with former Pro Bowler Darren Waller has prepared him to handle adversity and contribute effectively to...

The Harrisonburg City School District in Virginia settled a lawsuit with teachers who challenged the requirement to use students' preferred pronouns without parental consent. The school board granted religious accommodations to the teachers, allowing them to refer to students according to their beliefs. The district reaffirmed the importance of respecting all students and employees with dignity and inclusivity. The Alliance Defending Freedom, representing the teachers, celebrated the resolution as a victory for religious freedom in...

An Alabama woman accused Jay-Z and Diddy of raping her when she was 13, but inconsistencies in her story have been noted, such as her father not recalling picking her up after the alleged assault. Jay-Z denies the allegations, calling the lawsuit frivolous, while the woman's attorney stands by her claims and is vetting them further. The woman, now 38, shared her story with NBC News, stating she hopes to empower others to come forward...

Former Syrian military official Samir Ousman Sheikh was charged by a federal grand jury in Los Angeles with multiple counts of torture allegedly committed at a prison he oversaw. Sheikh, arrested in July and initially indicted on immigration fraud charges, now faces three counts of torture and one count of conspiracy to commit torture for his involvement in brutalizing political dissidents at the Damascus Central Prison. The indictment accuses Sheikh of personally carrying out violent...