December 23, 2024

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NATION

Both pilots were recovered alive after ejecting from their stricken aircraft, with one suffering minor injuries. But the shootdown underlines just how dangerous the Red Sea corridor has become, with ongoing attacks on shipping by the Iranian-backed Houthis despite U.S. and European military coalitions patrolling the area.

WORLD

Around 4,500 years ago, the famous silhouette of Stonehenge would have looked very different. Writer and archaeologist Mike Pitts digs up clues to the mystery of the circle's long-lost stones.

BUSINESS

HEALTH

Magnesium is an important mineral that affects the body’s muscle and nerve function, as well as multiple other body functions. A recent review suggests that low magnesium levels may affect the risk for several cardiovascular diseases and that many people are not consuming adequate amounts of magnesium.

ENTERTAINMENT

Based on a WWII History Magazine article by Kevin M. Hymel, the film was written and produced by Tyler Perry and stars Kerry Washington as Lt. Col. Charity Adams.

TRAVEL

Redeeming points for free hotel stays is a great way to save money on your travels. But even better is maximizing your redemptions to get an award night for no additional points. It sounds too good to be true, but it's not. Several major hotel chains offer the opportunity to pick up the fourth or fifth night free on award stays. You just have to know how to book them.

FOOD

They are made with real cranberry juice powder sourced from Ocean Spray’s co-op of family farms. This new product offers fans an on-the-go beverage with the same quality the brand puts into its entire juice aisle lineup.

NOSTALGIA

Scores of people around the world have been remembering Bob Barker, the legendary host of The Price is Right, who passed away on August 26, 2023, at the age of 99 after a 35-year run on the show.

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