December 17, 2024

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NATION

On December 16, 2024, a tragic shooting occurred at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. A 17-year-old female student opened fire, resulting in the deaths of a teacher and a fellow student, and injuring six others. The shooter was found deceased at the scene from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

WORLD

A Chinese businessman has been barred from the U.K. because of concerns he cultivated links with Andrew in an alleged effort to influence British elites on behalf of the Chinese Communist Party.

BUSINESS

HEALTH

Iron also plays an important role in brain health. As we age, too much iron can sometimes accumulate in the brain. Past studies have correlated high levels of iron in the brain with neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

ENTERTAINMENT

Here's everything we know about the finale of the modern-day Western series and its potential Beth and Rip offshoot. See article for details.

TRAVEL

Every year, Google publishes its ‘Year in Search’ data, a report showing what users have Googled over the past 12 months. We’ve got an exclusive look at the travel section of the data – the destinations you’ve been Googling the most this year.

FOOD

Nabisco is turning up the flavor with a spicy new twist on its beloved Ritz Bits. Known for their small size and big taste, these bite-sized snacks are getting a fiery upgrade, appealing to fans who crave a little heat during snack time.

NOSTALGIA

Michael Jackson sent some letters to his friend and German businessman Michael Jacobshagen. More than a decade later, Jacobshagen came forward with the notes, showing that the King of Pop had an inkling about his demise weeks before it happened.

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