US AND CANADA

BALD EAGLE FINALLY SOARS TO OFFICIAL STATUS AS U.S. NATIONAL BIRD

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After 242 years of serving as an iconic symbol, the bald eagle has finally been officially designated as the United States' national bird. President Joe Biden signed the legislation into law on Tuesday, correcting a historic oversight.

TRUMP VOWS TO PERSUE EXECUTIONS AMID NIDEN COMMUTES

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President-elect Donald Trump promised on Tuesday to “vigorously pursue” capital punishment after President Joe Biden commuted the sentences of most people on federal death row partly to stop Trump from pushing forward their executions.

UKRAINE-RUSSIA WAR: POPE URGES NEGOTIATIONS

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Pope Francis, in his Christmas Day address, urged Ukraine and Russia to engage in negotiations to end the war that began with Russia's 2022 invasion. He emphasized the need for "boldness" to initiate dialogue and achieve a "just and lasting peace" between the two nations.

NYC BURNING SUSPECT ARRAIGNED IN COURT

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Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, a 33-year-old undocumented migrant, was arraigned Tuesday on charges of first- and second-degree murder and arson for allegedly setting a woman on fire while she was asleep on a New York City train, according to the Brooklyn District Attorney's office.

GUNMEN ATTACK HAITI'S LARGEST PUBLIC HOSPITAL, LEAVING THREE DEAD

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A tragic turn of events unfolded on the eve of Christmas , when gunmen stormed Haiti's largest public hospital in Port-au-Prince, killing three individuals, including two journalists and a police officer. The victims were among a group gathered to mark the reopening of the State University of Haiti Hospital, locally known as General Hospital.

TIKTOK'S FATE UNCERTAIN AMID TRUMP'S ENDORSEMENT

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President-elect Trump's consistent support for TikTok has fueled speculation about how he might prevent the app's looming US ban, although a clear resolution remains elusive.

BILL CLINTON DISCHARGED FROM HOSPITAL

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Former President Bill Clinton has been discharged from the hospital after being treated for the flu, a spokesperson said on Tuesday.

AMERICAN AIRLINES GROUNDS FLIGHTS ON CHRISTMASS EVE LEAVING PASSENGER STRANDED

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American Airlines grounded all domestic flights early on Christmas Eve, citing technical issues as the root cause of the disruptions. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a ground stop for the airline, impacting thousands of passengers during one of the busiest travel days of the year.