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• Israel hits Hezbollah targets in Lebanon ahead of deadline to disarm terror group - Hezbollah faces new Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon as ceasefire committee prepares to enforce the U.S.-brokered agreement terms by Dec. 31 deadline.
• FTSE 100 LIVE: Stocks rise as Bank of England cuts interest rates and ECB set to hold - The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) cut UK interest rates from 4% to 3.75%
• Broncos star comes to defense of often-penalized teammate - Denver Broncos star Patrick Surtain II came to the defense of his teammate Riley Moss as the defensive back has been penalized quite often in 2025
• A divided E.U. races against time to tap Russian assets for Ukraine - The European Union is set to decide whether to move on Russia’s frozen assets, infuriating Moscow, possibly antagonizing the United States, to fund Ukraine.
• Texas Republicans launch 'Sharia Free America Caucus' aimed at defending 'Western civilization' - Republican lawmakers launch 'Sharia Free America Caucus,' claiming Islamic law is threatening the Constitution in an escalating culture war over Western civilization.
• NASA has a leader. What to know about Isaacman's long path to administrator - The Senate has voted to confirm Jared Isaacman has the next NASA administrator, ending a long journey for the billionaire private spacefarer.
• Interest Rate Cut and Slower Inflation Offer Britons a Reprieve - Britain’s central bank reduced interest rates to 3.75 percent, a move that was welcomed by the government, which has been looking to lower the high cost of living.
• Christmas inflation sets in with price hikes on turkey and chocolate - A turkey could cost up to £15 more than it did last year.
• Josh Allen reflects on growth he's made since joining Bills and becoming expectant father - Buffalo Bills star Josh Allen reflected on how he's grown as a person since joining the team and touched on his reaction to Hailee Steinfeld's pregnancy announcement.
• November consumer prices rose at a 2.7% annual rate, lower than expected, delayed data shows - Economists polled by Dow Jones expected CPI to have risen 3.1% on an annualized basis.
• Pornhub users' viewing history has been hacked – here's what to do next - Notorious cybercriminal gang ShinyHunters has gained access to the names, location and viewing habits of Pornhub customers.
• Turning Point USA holds AmericaFest conference following Charlie Kirk assassination - The AmericaFest 2025 conference kicks off to honor Charlie Kirk's legacy, with JD Vance and Donald Trump Jr. among conservative leaders expected to speak.
• Best seat to avoid getting sick on a plane - The Fox News Lifestyle Newsletter brings you trending stories on family, travel, food, neighbors helping neighbors, pets, autos, military veterans, heroes, faith and American values.
• Rob Reiner’s son Nick may face death penalty as family input is ‘meaningful but not controlling’: expert - Nick Reiner, 32, appeared in court on Wednesday wearing suicide prevention vest after being charged with murdering parents Rob and Michele Reiner in Brentwood.
• Trump speech sparks optimism as 'gangbuster' economy forecasted for 2026 - Lawmakers, commentators and financial experts express optimism about 2026 economy, citing declining gas prices and increased energy production.
• Facebook settlement scam emails to avoid now - Scammers are sending fake Facebook settlement payout emails that mimic legitimate notices from the privacy settlement administrator to deceive users.
• Trump Media to merge with fusion power company TAE Technologies in $6 billion deal - Trump Media and Technology Group announced a merger agreement with fusion power company TAE Technologies valued at more than $6 billion.
• Undefeated boxing champion abruptly retires at 38 - Terence Crawford, the undefeated boxing champion considered to be the best pound-for-pound fighter in the sport, abruptly retired on Tuesday.
• A Bellicose Trump Points Fingers in Defending His Record on the Economy - In an 18-minute address, President Trump said the economy was booming despite the public’s consistent concerns about prices. Here are six takeaways from the speech.
• Trump admin announces $11B Taiwan arms sales deal - The U.S. announced a record $11 billion arms deal with Taiwan, surpassing previous sales as China warns of war risks in Taiwan Strait tensions.
• Bondi Beach suspects spent weeks in Philippine city, hotel says - GV Hotel in Davao City said the alleged Bondi Beach gunmen stayed there for weeks in November, ahead of Sunday’s deadly attack on a Hanukkah celebration.
• College administrator says school board victories show he can win 1st Congressional District - In Miguel Aranda’s bid to be the Democratic nominee for Congress in Wisconsin’s 1st Congressional District, the college administrator says he brings a variety of assets. One is local political experience. In his second term on the Whitewate
• ESPN star regrets Diego Pavia vote for Heisman Trophy after Vandy star's explicit outburst - ESPN star Rece Davis expressed his regret voting for Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia to win the Heisman Trophy after the star player's explicit outburst toward voters.
• Trump launches massive ‘Freedom 250’ for America’s 250th birthday celebration and more top headlines - Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox.
• EU leaders press Belgium on using Russian assets to fund Ukraine - Belgium was under increasing pressure at a summit of EU leaders in Brussels to back plans to provide Ukraine with billions of euros using frozen Russian assets frozen to cover Kiev's economic and military needs for the coming years. Polish
• Banks win bid to block $3.6 billion mass forex UK lawsuit - LONDON, Dec 18 () - Major banks including JPMorgan, UBS and Citigroup on Thursday won their bid to block a 2.6 billion) mass ​lawsuit over alleged foreign exchange rigging.
• CatholicVote launches campaign urging Trump to reject marijuana rescheduling plans - CatholicVote launches campaign urging Trump to reject marijuana rescheduling from Schedule I to III, citing public health risks and addiction concerns.
• They quit government to protest Trump. Now they are running for Congress to stop him - By Joseph Ax CAPE MAY, New Jersey, Dec 18 (Reuters) - It was Megan O'Rourke's dream job. As a top climate scientist for the U.S.
• Russian ban on Roblox stirs debate about limits of censorship - MOSCOW, Dec 18 (Reuters) - A Russian ban on U. gaming platform Roblox has fuelled debate among some children and parents about censorship and the utility of bans in a world where children can bypass limits with a few clicks.
• Vatican confirms resignation of Cardinal Timothy Dolan, announces new archbishop of New York - Politics Vatican confirms resignation of Cardinal Timothy Dolan, announces new archbishop of New York By Ashley Carnahan Fox News Publi
• To replace New York’s archbishop, Chicago-born pope looks to home turf - Ronald Hicks, widely seen as a moderate, will replace Cardinal Timothy Dolan, a prominent conservative who has been supportive of President Donald Trump.
• Can Maduro survive as Trump's oil pressure campaign hits his regime’s weak spot? - U.S. limits on Venezuelan oil exports are cutting the revenue that once sustained Nicolás Maduro, weakening his cash flow and putting the regime’s stability at risk.
• Trump’s Combative Prime Time Speech, and the Growing Right-to-Die Movement - Plus, don’t blame the dogs in strollers.
• Former NFL punter Chris Kluwe says bill criminalizing sex change operations for minors is 'what the Nazis did' - Chris Kluwe, California assembly candidate and ex-Vikings punter, called House Republicans 'cowardly culture war' politicians for passing transgender treatment bill.
• Pope Leo Appoints Bishop Ronald Hicks to Succeed Timothy Dolan - The appointment of Bishop Ronald A. Hicks is expected to bring a markedly different leadership style to New York’s archdiocese.
• 'Betrayed': Investors grapple with Trump commuting sentence of man who defrauded them - David Gentile was convicted in what prosecutors described as a $1.6-billion Ponzi scheme. President Trump freed him. Now victims, including Trump supporters, are at a loss.
• Dan Bongino replies to Kash Patel's praise following departure announcement: 'honor of a lifetime' - Deputy FBI Director thanked FBI Director Kash Patel after Patel praised Bongino in a post on Wednesday after Bongino's announcement that he plans to depart the FBI.
• The Putin Confidant Who Pushed Back Against Russia’s War in Ukraine - Dmitri N. Kozak had worked with President Vladimir V. Putin for three decades before quitting in September. His associates described his break with the Russian leader.
• What's ahead for media in 2026? Anonymous executives make bold predictions - CNBC spoke with 16 anonymous media executives who each gave a bold industry prediction for 2026.
• What is proposed for 60 acres near I-95 in Jupiter? 5 things to know - The 60 acres near Interstate 95 and Indiantown Road is one of the last large pieces of undeveloped land in Jupiter.
• Germany charges teens in alleged right-wing extremist group with attempted murder - Germany's federal prosecutor brought charges Thursday against eight suspects for their alleged membership in a “right-wing extremist terrorist” group that allegedly aimed to destabilize the country’s democratic system by carrying out attack
• GOP seizes on Dem civil war as progressives jump into key 2026 Senate races: ‘They're in shambles’ - Progressive Democrats enter competitive Senate primaries amid party divisions, with Rep. Jasmine Crockett's Texas campaign highlighting ideological rifts.
• The president said there was a coup. But was he the one behind it? - The unconventional departure of Guinea-Bissau’s president has focused renewed attention on his country’s role in the booming global cocaine trade.
• E.U. Leaders Debate Plan for Ukraine Financed by Frozen Russian Assets - The European Council convenes on Thursday, and at stake is a contentious deal to back Ukraine and its war effort in 2026 and 2027.
• Families mourn loved ones lost in Bondi Beach terror attack: ‘No words can describe the pain’ - Families of Bondi Beach shooting victims share heartbreaking tributes to their loved ones killed in the deadly terror attack during Hanukkah celebration.
• State Department announces $11 billion weapons sale to Taiwan - The proposed sale includes rocket systems, self-propelled howitzers and drones. China condemned the move, saying it undermined its sovereignty.
• Bondi attack suspects had no visitors and barely left hotel during month-long Philippines stay, employee says - The father and son suspected of carrying out Sunday’s Bondi Beach massacre holed up in a hotel for most of their almost month-long stay in the Philippines in November, rarely left their rooms and dined on fast food, a hotel employee has tol
• COE prices: Cat A premiums rise to $109,501 as most categories see drop - Certificate of Entitlement (COE) premiums saw a dip across most categories, but Cat A premiums rose.
• BP names Meg O’Neill new CEO — its fourth in 6 years - BP's share price is up over 15% year-to-date. It made gains in the previous session and after hours trading as investors responded to the news.
• Search for Suspect in Brown University Shooting Stretches to 4th Day - Officials said that they were working with physical evidence, including DNA, and that they were seeking a second man who appeared to have crossed paths with the possible suspect.