US News Video: 3rd grader caught on camera saving choking student

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Thomas Conley, 8, jumped into action when he noticed his classmate was choking in their school cafeteria.

Published: 22nd Dec 2024 02:04:16   By: ABC News

US News Video: Petra Nemcova discusses surviving tsunami 20 years later with Diane Sawyer

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The supermodel was vacationing in Thailand when a tsunami struck in 2004, killing nearly 230,000 people. Nemcova talks about how the kindness of strangers helped her survive. Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: https://abcnews.visitlink.me/59aJ1G ABC News is your daily source of breaking national and world news, exclusive interviews and 24/7 live streaming coverage. Download the ABC News app for the latest headlines and alerts: https://abcnews.go.com/devices Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events on ABC News Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gN0PZCe-kwQ&ab_channel=ABCNews Watch full episodes of World News Tonight with David Muir here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQOa26lW-uI8ixlVw1NWu_l4Eh8iZW_qN&feature=shared Read ABC News reports online: http://abcnews.go.com ABC News is the home to the #1 evening newscast “World News Tonight with David Muir," “Good Morning America,” “20/20,” “Nightline,” “This Week” with George Stephanopoulos, “ABC News Live Prime” with Linsey Davis, plus the daily news podcast “Start Here.” Connect with ABC News on social media: WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VajTNakKWEKkXoAPIR11 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ABCNews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcnews TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abcnews X: https://twitter.com/ABC Threads: https://www.threads.net/@abcnews LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abcnews

Published: 22nd Dec 2024 01:00:02   By: ABC News

US News Video: Blake Lively files complaint against Justin Baldoni over alleged sexual misconduct

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State attorney for Palm Beach County Dave Aronberg discusses Blake Lively’s allegations against Justin Baldoni.

Published: 22nd Dec 2024 12:16:41   By: ABC News

US News Video: FULL EPISODE: Zombie Wells: The Threat Beneath

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ABC News' groundbreaking investigation exposing the threats that abandoned gas and oil wells pose to the environment and communities across the country. READ MORE: https://abcnews.go.com/amp/US/abandoned-oil-gas-wells-us-bring-fears-leak/story?id=116764814 Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: https://abcnews.visitlink.me/59aJ1G ABC News is your daily source of breaking national and world news, exclusive interviews and 24/7 live streaming coverage. Download the ABC News app for the latest headlines and alerts: https://abcnews.go.com/devices Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events on ABC News Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gN0PZCe-kwQ&ab_channel=ABCNews Watch full episodes of World News Tonight with David Muir here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQOa26lW-uI8ixlVw1NWu_l4Eh8iZW_qN&feature=shared Read ABC News reports online: http://abcnews.go.com ABC News is the home to the #1 evening newscast “World News Tonight with David Muir," “Good Morning America,” “20/20,” “Nightline,” “This Week” with George Stephanopoulos, “ABC News Live Prime” with Linsey Davis, plus the daily news podcast “Start Here.” Connect with ABC News on social media: WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VajTNakKWEKkXoAPIR11 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ABCNews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcnews TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abcnews X: https://twitter.com/ABC Threads: https://www.threads.net/@abcnews LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abcnews

Published: 21st Dec 2024 11:00:03   By: ABC News

US News Video: Security increased at NYC holiday markets

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The NYPD is adding more resources to Christmas markets in New York City including counter-terrorism officers. ––– Subscribe to ABC News on YouTube: https://abcnews.visitlink.me/59aJ1G ABC News is your daily source of breaking national and world news, exclusive interviews and 24/7 live streaming coverage. Download the ABC News app for the latest headlines and alerts: https://abcnews.go.com/devices Watch 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events on ABC News Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gN0PZCe-kwQ&ab_channel=ABCNews Watch full episodes of World News Tonight with David Muir here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQOa26lW-uI8ixlVw1NWu_l4Eh8iZW_qN&feature=shared Read ABC News reports online: http://abcnews.go.com ABC News is the home to the #1 evening newscast “World News Tonight with David Muir," “Good Morning America,” “20/20,” “Nightline,” “This Week” with George Stephanopoulos, “ABC News Live Prime” with Linsey Davis, plus the daily news podcast “Start Here.” Connect with ABC News on social media: WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VajTNakKWEKkXoAPIR11 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ABCNews Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcnews TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@abcnews X: https://twitter.com/ABC Threads: https://www.threads.net/@abcnews LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/abcnews

Published: 21st Dec 2024 08:19:00   By: ABC News

US News Video: How director Robert Eggers is reviving "Nosferatu" for a new generation

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Director Robert Eggers' highly-anticipated horror film "Nosferatu" will hit theaters on Christmas Day. The acclaimed director sat down with CBS Saturday Morning to talk about bringing the classic vampire tale to a new audience. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-hosts Michelle Miller and Dana Jacobson deliver two hours of original reporting and breaking news, as well as profiles of leading figures in culture and the arts. Watch "CBS Saturday Morning" at 7 a.m. ET on CBS and 8 a.m. ET on the CBS News app. Subscribe to "CBS Mornings" on YouTube: https://youtube.com/CBSMornings Watch CBS News 24/7: https://cbsnews.com/live/ Download the CBS News app: https://cbsnews.com/mobile/ Follow "CBS Mornings" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbsmornings/ Like "CBS Mornings" on Facebook: https://facebook.com/CBSMornings Follow "CBS Mornings" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBSMornings Subscribe to our newsletter: https://cbsnews.com/newsletters/ Try Paramount+ free: https://paramountplus.com/?ftag=PPM-05-10aeh8h For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com

Published: 21st Dec 2024 04:19:16   By: CBS News

US News Video: How a chef's Christmas tradition informs his cooking year-round

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Chicago-based chef Rick Bayless has spent decades traveling to Mexico, bringing the flavors and traditions back to the United States. He's written nine cookbooks and hosted a PBS cooking show, while his restaurants have earned culinary honors, including Michelin stars. Now, on a special holiday edition of the Dish, Bayless opens up about his annual tradition of spending Christmas in Mexico. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-hosts Michelle Miller and Dana Jacobson deliver two hours of original reporting and breaking news, as well as profiles of leading figures in culture and the arts. Watch "CBS Saturday Morning" at 7 a.m. ET on CBS and 8 a.m. ET on the CBS News app. Subscribe to "CBS Mornings" on YouTube: https://youtube.com/CBSMornings Watch CBS News 24/7: https://cbsnews.com/live/ Download the CBS News app: https://cbsnews.com/mobile/ Follow "CBS Mornings" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbsmornings/ Like "CBS Mornings" on Facebook: https://facebook.com/CBSMornings Follow "CBS Mornings" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBSMornings Subscribe to our newsletter: https://cbsnews.com/newsletters/ Try Paramount+ free: https://paramountplus.com/?ftag=PPM-05-10aeh8h For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com

Published: 21st Dec 2024 03:14:00   By: CBS News

US News Video: UnitedHealthcare CEO killing sparks concerns about extremism

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Luigi Mangione, now held in a New York City lock-up, could face the death penalty if convicted of the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The killing is sparking new concerns about violent extremism bubbling across the country. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-hosts Michelle Miller and Dana Jacobson deliver two hours of original reporting and breaking news, as well as profiles of leading figures in culture and the arts. Watch "CBS Saturday Morning" at 7 a.m. ET on CBS and 8 a.m. ET on the CBS News app. Subscribe to "CBS Mornings" on YouTube: https://youtube.com/CBSMornings Watch CBS News 24/7: https://cbsnews.com/live/ Download the CBS News app: https://cbsnews.com/mobile/ Follow "CBS Mornings" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbsmornings/ Like "CBS Mornings" on Facebook: https://facebook.com/CBSMornings Follow "CBS Mornings" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBSMornings Subscribe to our newsletter: https://cbsnews.com/newsletters/ Try Paramount+ free: https://paramountplus.com/?ftag=PPM-05-10aeh8h For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com

Published: 21st Dec 2024 02:41:54   By: CBS News

US News Video: 5 dead, hundreds injured after car drives into German Christmas market

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Five people are dead and more than 200 injured after a car drove into a crowded Christmas market near Berlin, Germany. Investigators are looking into the past of the Saudi Arabian doctor who they say drove into the crowd at speed. "CBS Saturday Morning" co-hosts Michelle Miller and Dana Jacobson deliver two hours of original reporting and breaking news, as well as profiles of leading figures in culture and the arts. Watch "CBS Saturday Morning" at 7 a.m. ET on CBS and 8 a.m. ET on the CBS News app. Subscribe to "CBS Mornings" on YouTube: https://youtube.com/CBSMornings Watch CBS News 24/7: https://cbsnews.com/live/ Download the CBS News app: https://cbsnews.com/mobile/ Follow "CBS Mornings" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbsmornings/ Like "CBS Mornings" on Facebook: https://facebook.com/CBSMornings Follow "CBS Mornings" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBSMornings Subscribe to our newsletter: https://cbsnews.com/newsletters/ Try Paramount+ free: https://paramountplus.com/?ftag=PPM-05-10aeh8h For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com

Published: 21st Dec 2024 02:33:52   By: CBS News

US News Video: The man behind method acting

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50 years ago, "The Godfather Part II" was playing in theaters nationwide. The film catapulted Lee Strasberg, whose namesake form of acting preparation was used by some of the film's leads, to stardom. Dozens of the entertainment industry's biggest stars have trained at his institute, learning the techniques of method acting. Michelle Miller went behind the scenes to learn more about "The Method Man." "CBS Saturday Morning" co-hosts Michelle Miller and Dana Jacobson deliver two hours of original reporting and breaking news, as well as profiles of leading figures in culture and the arts. Watch "CBS Saturday Morning" at 7 a.m. ET on CBS and 8 a.m. ET on the CBS News app. Subscribe to "CBS Mornings" on YouTube: https://youtube.com/CBSMornings Watch CBS News 24/7: https://cbsnews.com/live/ Download the CBS News app: https://cbsnews.com/mobile/ Follow "CBS Mornings" on Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbsmornings/ Like "CBS Mornings" on Facebook: https://facebook.com/CBSMornings Follow "CBS Mornings" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBSMornings Subscribe to our newsletter: https://cbsnews.com/newsletters/ Try Paramount+ free: https://paramountplus.com/?ftag=PPM-05-10aeh8h For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@veritone.com

Published: 21st Dec 2024 02:20:46   By: CBS News

US News Video: Good News Year-Ender: A look back at inspiring stories from 2024

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Throughout the year, there were many special moments that united us during difficult times. As 2024 comes to a close, NBC News’ José Díaz-Balart and Hallie Jackson take a look back at some of the inspiring stories from the past year. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! NBC News App: https://apps.nbcnews.com/mobile Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: http://nbcnews.to/ReadNBC Find NBC News on Facebook: http://nbcnews.to/LikeNBC Follow NBC News on Twitter: http://nbcnews.to/FollowNBC Follow NBC News on Instagram: http://nbcnews.to/InstaNBC #goodnews #inspiring #hope

Published: 22nd Dec 2024 03:30:29   By: NBC News

US News Video: Nightly News Full Broadcast – Dec. 21

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At least 5 killed, 200 injured after car plows into Christmas market in Germany; Biden signs funding bill after Congress narrowly avoids government shutdown; Winter weather hits coast to coast, threatening holiday travel; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

Published: 22nd Dec 2024 03:00:36   By: NBC News

US News Video: Blake Lively accuses 'It Ends With Us' director Justin Baldoni of harassment, smear campaign

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Blake Lively has accused Justin Baldoni, her director and co-star from the hit movie “It Ends With Us,” of sexual harassment on the film's set and an effort to “destroy” her reputation in a new legal complaint. NBC News' David Noriega has the details. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! NBC News App: https://apps.nbcnews.com/mobile Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: http://nbcnews.to/ReadNBC Find NBC News on Facebook: http://nbcnews.to/LikeNBC Follow NBC News on Twitter: http://nbcnews.to/FollowNBC Follow NBC News on Instagram: http://nbcnews.to/InstaNBC #blakelively #justinbaldoni #hollywood

Published: 22nd Dec 2024 02:30:07   By: NBC News

US News Video: 'Super Saturday' expected to be one of the biggest shopping days of the year

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157 million people are expected to shop on "Super Saturday," the last Saturday before the holidays, according to the National Retail Federation. NBC News' Jesse Kirsch has more. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! NBC News App: https://apps.nbcnews.com/mobile Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: http://nbcnews.to/ReadNBC Find NBC News on Facebook: http://nbcnews.to/LikeNBC Follow NBC News on Twitter: http://nbcnews.to/FollowNBC Follow NBC News on Instagram: http://nbcnews.to/InstaNBC #shopping #cosumer #holiday

Published: 22nd Dec 2024 02:00:25   By: NBC News

US News Video: Biden signs funding bill after Congress narrowly avoids government shutdown

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President Biden has signed a bill to fund the government through mid-March after Congress reached an 11th-hour deal to prevent a government shutdown before the holidays. But the chaos that led to that deal is raising questions about House Speaker Mike Johnson's future, along with how it might impact President-elect Trump's agenda once he's sworn in. NBC News' Julie Tsirkin reports from Capitol Hill. » Subscribe to NBC News: http://nbcnews.to/SubscribeToNBC » Watch more NBC video: http://bit.ly/MoreNBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! NBC News App: https://apps.nbcnews.com/mobile Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: http://nbcnews.to/ReadNBC Find NBC News on Facebook: http://nbcnews.to/LikeNBC Follow NBC News on Twitter: http://nbcnews.to/FollowNBC Follow NBC News on Instagram: http://nbcnews.to/InstaNBC #biden #governmentshutdown #trump

Published: 22nd Dec 2024 01:30:01   By: NBC News

US News Video: PBS News Weekend full episode, Dec. 21, 2024

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Saturday on PBS News Weekend, after a chaotic week in Congress, President Biden signs a spending bill that prevents a government shutdown. Then, a year ravaged by war has left millions of children in urgent need of help. Plus, how climate change is pushing a rare species of deer to the brink of extinction. WATCH TODAY’S SEGMENTS: Major takeaways from the chaotic funding deal in Congress https://youtu.be/nVPAS8dJj7s News Wrap: Germany mourns victims of Christmas market attack https://youtu.be/wraz566ZK9o Middle East crisis leave millions of children in dire need https://youtu.be/WAtjCAtIas0 What to know about a surge of walking pneumonia in children https://youtu.be/UzOdMTmm7bc Warming planet threatens tiny deer in the Florida Keys https://youtu.be/YJXPY20I9EY Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show.   Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG Find more from PBS NewsHour at https://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2HfsCD6   Follow us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pbsnews X (formerly Twitter): http://www.twitter.com/newshour Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/newshour Facebook: http://www.pbs.org/newshour   Subscribe: PBS NewsHour podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe 00:00 - Intro 01:33 - Last-Minute Deal 06:26 - News Wrap 08:43 - Children of War 15:47 - Surging Cases 21:24 - Saving Species 25:25 - Goodnight

Published: 21st Dec 2024 11:30:39   By: PBS NewsHour

US News Video: Ravages of war in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria leave millions of children in dire need

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As the humanitarian crisis affecting children in Gaza continues to deepen, UNICEF says there’s also a great need in Lebanon and Syria. John Yang speaks with UNICEF spokesman James Elder about what he saw on a recent trip to the region. Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show.   Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG Find more from PBS NewsHour at https://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2HfsCD6   Follow us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pbsnews X (formerly Twitter): http://www.twitter.com/newshour Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/newshour Facebook: http://www.pbs.org/newshour   Subscribe: PBS NewsHour podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe

Published: 21st Dec 2024 10:55:28   By: PBS NewsHour

US News Video: Conservation groups try to save tiny deer in the Florida Keys from a warming planet

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A type of white-tailed deer unique to the Florida Keys has been on the endangered species list for nearly 60 years. Only about 800 Key deer remain, and their habitat is under growing threat from rising sea levels. William Brangham reports for our series, “Saving Species.” Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show.   Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG Find more from PBS NewsHour at https://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2HfsCD6   Follow us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pbsnews X (formerly Twitter): http://www.twitter.com/newshour Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/newshour Facebook: http://www.pbs.org/newshour   Subscribe: PBS NewsHour podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe

Published: 21st Dec 2024 10:37:34   By: PBS NewsHour

US News Video: What to know about a surge of walking pneumonia cases among young children

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A rise in cases of a contagious lung infection across the United States is causing alarm, especially for parents of young children. Walking pneumonia usually sickens school-aged children and teens, but this year, toddlers are being hit the hardest. Ali Rogin speaks with Dr. Donald Dumford, infectious disease specialist at Cleveland Clinic, to learn more. Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show.   Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG Find more from PBS NewsHour at https://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2HfsCD6   Follow us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pbsnews X (formerly Twitter): http://www.twitter.com/newshour Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/newshour Facebook: http://www.pbs.org/newshour   Subscribe: PBS NewsHour podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe

Published: 21st Dec 2024 10:33:33   By: PBS NewsHour

US News Video: News Wrap: Germany mourns victims of Christmas market attack

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In our news wrap Saturday, Germans are mourning the victims of an apparent attack at a Christmas market, Israel blamed Houthi rebels for a missile attack that injured 16 people in Tel Aviv, world champion skier Lindsey Vonn is back on the slopes after more than five years of retirement, and baseball legend Rickey Henderson died at age 65. Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show. Subscribe for exclusive content in our newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe PBS News podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG Find more from PBS News at https://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2HfsCD6 Follow us: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pbsnews X: http://www.twitter.com/newshour Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/newshour Facebook: http://www.pbs.org/newshour

Published: 21st Dec 2024 10:20:33   By: PBS NewsHour

US News Video: Skinny Christmas trees are the budget-friendly holiday trend

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With rising costs, tighter spaces, and a growing trend toward scaling down traditions, people are embracing skinny Christmas trees. Video journalist Amber Ferguson tried to re-create the decor trend herself. “We have definitely seen a higher — and earlier — demand for more slender trees this year, which is interesting because these models traditionally tend to sell later in the season,” Melissa Mills, senior vice president of merchandising at Michaels, told The Post in a statement. “Currently, sales of slim and pencil-style trees are tracking 5% higher than 2023 and are far exceeding our expectations. Many of our styles have nearly sold out, with the Cashmere Pencil Tree standing out as our most popular — exceeding projected sales by over 25%,” the statement added. Even actress Kelly Ripa is embracing it. Earlier this month, she posted a picture on her Instagram account of her slender tree, calling it “Treezempic.” Read more: https://wapo.st/3BR0FQd. Subscribe to The Washington Post on YouTube: https://wapo.st/2QOdcqK Follow us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/washingtonpost Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/washingtonpost/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washingtonpost/

Published: 20th Dec 2024 06:41:51   By: Washington Post

US News Video: White House holds news conference

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The White House is taking questions from reporters at a daily news briefing.

Published: 20th Dec 2024 06:12:34   By: Washington Post

US News Video: Elon Musk begins flexing his political muscle

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Congress inches closer to shutdown after Elon Musk's tweets rejecting a bipartisan spending deal forced Republicans to go back to the drawing board. Subscribe to The Washington Post on YouTube: https://wapo.st/2QOdcqK Follow us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/washingtonpost Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/washingtonpost/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washingtonpost/

Published: 20th Dec 2024 05:05:38   By: Washington Post

US News Video: What happens during a government shutdown

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Washington Post senior political reporter Rhonda Colvin breaks down what happens if there is a government shutdown. Subscribe to The Washington Post on YouTube: https://wapo.st/2QOdcqK Follow us: Twitter: https://twitter.com/washingtonpost Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/washingtonpost/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/washingtonpost/

Published: 20th Dec 2024 05:04:57   By: Washington Post

US News Video: College football now has more money - and more problems

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This weekend, the 2024 College Football Playoff kicks off, featuring more teams, more storylines and a lot more money than ever before. Today on the show, how we got to this moment in college sports, and what could be next.

Published: 20th Dec 2024 05:18:14   By: Washington Post