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Multiple drones crashed during a holiday drone show at Eola Lake in Orlando, Florida, injuring a 7-year-old boy who was hospitalized. Video footage captured drones falling from the sky during the event, prompting the city to cancel the second show due to technical difficulties. The FAA will investigate the cause of the malfunction, as drone shows are subject to regulations that ensure safety measures are in place. The city had hired Sky Elements Drones as...

Panama's President José Raúl Mulino firmly rejected President-elect Donald Trump's threat to demand control of the Panama Canal if the country continued charging high fees, emphasizing that the waterway belongs solely to Panama and its sovereignty is non-negotiable. Trump had suggested reclaiming the canal, built by the US but handed over to Panama in 1999, due to alleged unfair charges, prompting Mulino to defend the established rates based on market conditions and operational needs, leading...

The Philadelphia Phillies acquired Jesús Luzardo from the Miami Marlins in a blockbuster trade, solidifying their rotation. The deal did not involve trading away third baseman Alec Bohm, who holds significant value in the trade market. The Phillies are unlikely to actively shop Bohm unless a trade offer too good to refuse comes along, as he is considered more valuable than any reliever or outfielder currently available. Full Article

The IRS will be issuing over $2 billion in stimulus payments to Americans who never received their 2021 economic impact payments. Payments of up to $1,400 will be sent to those who qualified but left the recovery rebate credit blank on their 2021 tax return. The IRS Commissioner stated that these payments will be automatic, with no need for taxpayers to file an amended return, and should be received by late January 2025. Full Article

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold led his team to a crucial 27-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks, responding with a game-winning touchdown pass to Justin Jefferson after a late Seahawks score. Darnold finished with 246 passing yards and three touchdowns, while Jefferson had 144 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith had a strong performance with 314 passing yards and three touchdowns, but Seattle fell short as Minnesota improved to 13-2 on the...

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor bounced back from a crucial mistake in Week 15 by rushing for 218 yards and three touchdowns in a 38-30 victory over the Tennessee Titans, keeping the team's playoff hopes alive. Taylor's explosive performance included a 65-yard touchdown run and a 70-yard score, propelling the Colts to a crucial win. With Taylor's dominant showing, Indianapolis improved their playoff chances significantly, although they still face a challenging road ahead to...