Taylor Swift became the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, thanking her family in an emotional New York speech. The ceremony also honored Alanis Morissette, Kenny Loggins, Kiss members, Tricky Stewart and others.
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Severe storms are threatening millions across the central U.S. this week with flash flooding, destructive hail, damaging winds and possible tornadoes. Flood watches remain in effect in several states as forecasters also warn of dangerous heat from Minnesota to Texas.
A U.S.-registered executive jet crashed in flames during an emergency landing attempt in La Romana, killing the pilot and co-pilot. Former MLB catcher Yadier Molina said the aircraft was headed to Texas to pick up him, his family and friends.
Witnesses testified that Karmelo Anthony told Austin Metcalf “touch me and find out” before the fatal stabbing at a Frisco, Texas, track meet. Defense lawyers argued Anthony acted in fear after Metcalf, who was larger, pushed him.
Jason Collins, the NBA's first openly gay player and advocate for inclusion, has died at 47 after battling brain cancer. He made history in 2013 by publicly coming out while still active in the league.
Brian Hooker, husband of missing Lynette Hooker, fell overboard during his arrest in the Bahamas. Authorities continue investigating her disappearance amid conflicting accounts and ongoing search efforts.
The partial government shutdown has caused significant delays at U.S. airport security checkpoints due to TSA employees missing paychecks, leading to increased resignations and callouts that strain staffing levels nationwide. Key airports like Atlanta, Austin, and Houston are experiencing severe wait times, with TSA officials warning that the situation will worsen unless funding is restored. The shutdown, rooted in a political deadlock over immigration policy, has left many TSA workers struggling financially, prompting calls from airlines and officials for Congress to resolve the impasse to stabilize airport operations.
On December 25th, the United States accused Iran of being "deeply involved" in a drone attack on an Iraqi military base that left three U.S. service members wounded. In response, President Joe Biden ordered retaliatory strikes against Iranian-backed militia groups and the U.S. has long accused Iran of supporting militant groups in the Middle East. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the President was briefed and held a call with his national security team before ordering the strikes.