‘Wordle’ Today #1,286 Hints, Clues and Answer for Thursday, December 26

Former U.S. Border Patrol chief Ron Vitiello criticized California Gov. Gavin Newsom's reported plan to help illegal immigrants evade President-elect Trump's deportation efforts, calling it "destructive leadership." Newsom's internal memo details a draft plan to create an Immigrant Support Network to aid at-risk individuals and families, echoing blue state Democrats' pushback against Trump's immigration policies. The document, not finalized, was drafted by the state's department of social services in response to the incoming administration's remarks....

Finnish authorities have detained the Russia-linked ship Eagle S suspected of damaging a Baltic Sea power cable and data cables, part of a series of incidents disrupting key infrastructure. The vessel, flagged in the Cook Islands but linked to Russia's shadow fleet, was held in Finnish waters, with its anchor suspected of causing the damage. This follows previous sabotage incidents involving data cables and Nord Stream gas pipelines, prompting heightened surveillance and discussions among Baltic...

In a crucial Premier League matchup, Newcastle United and Aston Villa, separated by two points and two places in the standings, face off at St James' Park in the race for a top-four finish. Newcastle, buoyed by Alexander Isak's hat-trick in their recent win, will rely on Callum Wilson to lead their attack and capitalize on their strong home form. Aston Villa, coming off a statement victory over Manchester City, will look to midfield maestro...

A professional summarizer praises the entertaining pettiness of RAVE to rants, particularly one about people mispronouncing Pike Place Market's name. The rant humorously corrects those who add an unnecessary "s" to the market's name, directing them to Pikes Peak in Colorado instead. The summary captures the essence of the amusing yet informative rant, showcasing the writer's wit and attention to detail in a concise manner. Full Article

Patrick Mahomes fulfilled his promise to his pregnant wife Brittany by leading the Kansas City Chiefs to a top seed in the playoffs. Despite a season marked by injuries and off-field challenges, the Chiefs have a strong chance at a historic three-peat in the Super Bowl. With one more regular-season game remaining and potential time off during the playoffs, Mahomes could have the opportunity to be with his wife as they welcome their third child....

Britney Spears celebrated Christmas with her son Jayden James Federline after a recent reconciliation, marking the first time they had seen each other in 2 years. The 43-year-old singer shared a video of their outing on Instagram, where they expressed joy and love for each other. Spears had been estranged from Jayden and her other son, Sean Preston, but their reunion was initiated by Jayden reaching out to her, bringing happiness and hope for their...