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Billy Bob Thornton Roasts The View in New TV Drama

December 15, 2025

Billy Bob Thornton, playing the tough-talking Lt. Tommy Norris in the TV show Landman, took a jab at The View. He did this while talking to his dad, played by Sam Elliot. Norris suggested his dad watch The View to pass the time. But he didn't hold back his thoughts about the show. Norris called The

politics

Britain's Spy Chief Sounds Alarm on Russia's Growing Threat

December 15, 2025

Britain's top spy has a stern message for Europe: Russia is up to no good. Blaise Metreweli, the new head of MI6, recently warned that Russia is causing trouble all over the place. She said Russia is behind arson, sabotage, assassinations, and even cyber and drone attacks. In short, they're causing

entertainment

A Mega Christmas Surprise: The Powerball Jackpot Soars

December 15, 2025

The Powerball jackpot has reached an astonishing $1. 1 billion, just ten days before Christmas. This massive prize is the sixth-largest in Powerball history and the twelfth-largest in U. S. lottery history, including Mega Millions. The drawing is scheduled for just before 11 p. m. ET on Monday. The

health

Mountain Medics: Beyond the Emergency Call

December 15, 2025

In the rugged terrain of western North Carolina, paramedics Evan Carroll and Nicole McKinney are redefining their roles. They're not just emergency responders. They're also healthcare providers who make house calls. This is not a typical 911 service. It's a lifeline for those in remote areas. The a

finance

Lithium's Bounce Back: Energy Storage Steps Up

December 15, 2025

Lithium's price is climbing again, but it's not just electric cars driving this change. Energy storage is becoming a big deal. The cost of lithium has gone up by nearly half from its lowest point this year. It's still way below the crazy highs of 2022, but the trend is clear: lithium is making a com

politics

Chile's Big Shift: Why Voters Picked a Tough-on-Crime Leader

December 15, 2025

Chile just made a huge political move. They chose José Antonio Kast as their new president. He's known for his strong stance on security and immigration. Kast won big, getting 58% of the votes. His main focus? Making the country safer by dealing with crime and controlling who comes in. Kast isn't n

crime

A Dark Turn at Bondi Beach: The Hanukkah Celebration Turned Tragedy

December 15, 2025

On a warm Sunday evening, Bondi Beach in Sydney was buzzing with life. People were there for different reasons: some to cool off, others to join a local Jewish group celebrating Hanukkah. The event promised fun activities like a petting farm, face painting, and donuts, with the aim of spreading joy

weather

Heavy Snow and Freezing Alerts Across the U. S.

December 15, 2025

Across the United States, winter is showing its might. Heavy snowfall is expected to dump up to 22 inches in some areas, while freezing temperatures are making life difficult for many. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued various alerts, covering a wide range of states. In Alaska, several

business

Tesla's EV Sales Dip: What's Going On?

December 15, 2025

Tesla's electric vehicle (EV) sales in the U. S. are taking a hit. November 2025 saw fewer than 40, 000 new Teslas sold, a 23% drop from the same month last year. The Cybertruck, which has been underperforming since its launch, only sold about 1, 200 units in November, the lowest so far this year.

finance

ARK's Big Moves: What's Happening with Tesla, Robinhood, and More?

December 15, 2025

On December 12, Cathie Wood's ARK Invest made some major moves in the stock market. They sold off some of their Tesla and SoFi shares but bought more of Robinhood and Block. This shows they are still big on financial tech and digital platforms. Tesla's sales in the U. S. dropped by 23% in November.