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Christopher M. Dillard, convicted in the April 2017 murder of bartender Nicole Gland, died at the Miami Correctional Level 3 Facility near Peru at age 58. Dillard, a bouncer at Upper Deck Lounge in Chesterton, was serving a 65-year sentence. An autopsy to determine the cause of death is pending, with toxicology results expected in four weeks. Full Article

Dr. Wendy Troxel discusses how light exercise in the evening can improve sleep quality, while the FDA approves the first medication, Zepbound, for obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity. The drug, paired with diet and exercise, activates hormones to reduce appetite and body weight, leading to improvements in OSA symptoms. Zepbound may cause side effects and should not be used by patients with specific medical histories, emphasizing the importance of consulting a doctor before...

In 2024, America's billionaires saw a significant increase in their collective net worth, largely driven by the tech sector boom. Elon Musk experienced the most substantial growth, with his net worth reaching $451 billion by December 24. The surge in wealth among these individuals highlights the ongoing economic inequality debate and the outsized impact of technology on the global economy. Full Article

Princess Diana disliked spending Christmas at Sandringham with the royals due to the strict traditions and rules, feeling claustrophobic and uncomfortable. Her distaste for the holiday tradition began during her first Christmas at the estate in 1981 when she received gag gifts while giving thoughtful presents, leading to tension and disappointment. Despite her familiarity with Sandringham, Diana found the royal Christmas celebrations to be a command performance that she dreaded each year. Full Article

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a nationwide ground stop for American Airlines flights on Christmas Eve due to a "vendor technology issue," impacting the release of flights. The hour-long ground stop was lifted just before 8 a.m. ET, with flights resuming boarding. American Airlines apologized for the inconvenience and assured customers that their team was working to resolve the issue quickly. Full Article

Nicole Kidman's erotic thriller 'Babygirl' is set to release on Christmas Day and is generating Oscar buzz. The film, also starring Antonio Banderas and Harris Dickinson, explores themes of sex, desire, marriage, and power. Similarly, "Nosferatu," a dark horror film, is also set to release on Christmas Day and is being considered for potential Oscar nominations. The decision to release these daring films on Christmas Day is strategic, as it allows them to qualify for...