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 | Saturday, December 21, 2024 | | | Good Morning! On this day in 1891, James Naismith organized the first basketball game in Springfield, Massachusetts. Two teams, each with nine players, tried to throw a soccer ball into a peach basket 10 feet above the floor. Naismith later became the first basketball coach at the University of Kansas. In today's edition, we highlight a lesser-known tradition called Christmukkah, a unique combination of Christmas and Hanukkah. This phenomenon occurs when Hanukkah and Christmas overlap. You can find all the details below. Today's edition is brought to you by Empower Health Labs. Homeopathic Doctor: Does this "tea" turn OFF annoying tinnitus? | | | |  House Avoids Government Shutdown
The House approved a short-term spending bill last night by a vote of 366-34, averting a government shutdown and sending the bill to the Senate for consideration. The new bill is 118 pages long, significantly shorter than the original proposal, which was 1,500 pages. It will fund the government through March and provide $100 billion for disaster aid and $10 billion in agricultural assistance for farmers. It was the chamber's third attempt at a spending bill before Friday's deadline, and didn't include provisions to raise the debt ceiling, which President-elect Donald Trump supported. The Senate was still considering the bill after midnight. | German Christmas Market Attacked A car crashed into a crowded outdoor Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, on Friday, killing at least two people and injuring at least 68 in what authorities suspect to be a targeted attack. Security cameras captured a vehicle speeding through a large group of shoppers, striking several as others scrambled to safety. The driver was arrested in what authorities described as a "terror attack." Authorities have closed the Christmas market and established a hotline for victims and relatives. Friday's attack has been compared to a similar tragedy that occurred at a Christmas market in Berlin in 2016, where an Islamic extremist used a truck to kill 13 people and injure dozens more. | College Football Playoff Continues Today The College Football Playoff's first round continues today with a tripleheader featuring No. 11 seed SMU at No. 6 seed Penn State, No. 5 seed Texas hosting No. 12 seed Clemson, and No. 8 seed Ohio State taking on No. 9 seed Tennessee at Ohio Stadium this evening. First round winners will advance to the quarterfinals to face the top four seeds: Oregon, Georgia, Boise State, and Arizona State, with one game on Dec. 31 and three games on Jan. 1. Penn State, Texas, and Ohio State are the favorites to join Notre Dame in moving into the quarterfinals to be played at the historic Fiesta Bowl, Peach Bowl, Rose Bowl, and Sugar Bowl venues. ESPN has the media rights to the College Football Playoff after signing a six year, $7.8 billion contract, or $1.3 billion annually. | |  | | ➤ The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has filed a lawsuit against three major banks and Zelle, claiming they failed to protect customers from scams, resulting in over $870 million in losses. (More) ➤ Pentagon officials announced Thursday that the U.S. has maintained at least 2,000 troops in Syria to fight ISIS for months, despite consistently reporting only 900 troops. (More) ➤ The Biden administration announced Friday it will forgive $4.28 billion in student loan debt for 54,900 public service workers, following adjustments to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. (More) | |  | | ➤ Notre Dame kicked off the College Football Playoff opening round with a 27-17 victory over Indiana yesterday. Today, there will be three more playoff games to determine who can reach the quarterfinals. (See Preview) ➤ Steph Curry was 0 for 13 shooting on Thursday, the worst performance of his career, as the Golden State Warriors fell to the Memphis Grizzlies 144-93. (More) ➤ Netflix and FIFA have agreed to a deal granting the streaming service exclusive U.S. broadcasting rights for the next two Women's World Cup tournaments, FIFA confirmed Friday. (More) ➤ Yesterday's results: NCAAF | NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW | |  | | Today's holiday section is brought to you by: 
 Santa Claus officiated 14 weddings during Broken Arrow, Oklahoma's pre-Christmas Wedding Wednesday, which includes horse-drawn carriage rides for newlyweds. (See Santa)
"Christmukkah," a rare celebration combining Hanukkah and Christmas, occurs this year as the first night of Hanukkah falls on Christmas Day, the fourth time since 1900. (More) Celebrity baker Buddy Valastro shared holiday baking tips on how to salvage broken cakes, undercooked cookies, and frosting shortages. (See Tips) Flying together with our sponsor Whiten Your Teeth With Science — Not Gimmicks! Laughland is the dentist-formulated, clinically proven whitening kit that's given 200,000+ people their dream smile — without pain or sensitivity. It's easy to use, 100% safe, and guaranteed to work! Get 7+ shades whiter in just 6 days — guaranteed! | |  |  Daily Market Report 12/20/2024
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Please share this with anyone suffering from tinnitus! | |  |  | | ➤ Ukrainian officials confirmed a Russian missile attack on Kyiv Friday morning damaged several embassies, killing at least one and injuring 12 others. (See Photos) ➤ Canada's New Democratic Party leader announced on Friday that he will call for a vote of no confidence against Prime Minister Justin Trudeau when the House of Commons reconvenes. (More) ➤ Malaysia hired robotics firm Ocean Infinity to conduct a new search for Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370, the plane that disappeared in 2014 with 227 passengers and 12 crew members. (More) | | |  | | ➤ Singer John Mayer and director McG bought Los Angeles' historic Muppets recording lot, built by Charlie Chaplin in 1917, for $45 million, promising to preserve its legacy. (More) ➤ An Englishman impulsively bought a near-spherical egg at auction for $187 after a few drinks, donating it to a children's charity, which resold it for $250. (More) ➤ Scientists have discovered 27 new species in Peru, including an amphibious mouse and a "blob-headed" fish—an armored catfish with an unusually large, gelatinous head. (See Photos) Flying together with our sponsor ➤ Stay warm and hydrated this winter with LMNT's limited-time Chocolate Medley! The new LMNT hot flavors—Chocolate Mint, Chocolate Chai, and Chocolate Raspberry—are a cozy way to enjoy your favorite zero-sugar, electrolyte-rich drink mix. Formulated without sugar or artificial ingredients, LMNT helps you stay energized and balanced even in cold weather. | |  | | Have you ever regifted a present? - Yes
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Yesterday's Results: Who is your favorite Christmas villain? - Ebenezer Scrooge: 37%
- Grinch: 32%
- Hans Gruber: 13%
- Mr. Potter: 11%
- Other: 7%
| |  Daily Quote |  | "I want for Christmas a sleepy doll, a ring, a box of stationery, candy apples, oranges , bananas, and mixed nuts. Please remember all my little school mates."
— 11-year-old Flora Eaton's heartfelt letter to Santa Claus, written on December 13, 1926. | | |  Today's Trivia Which store introduced glass Christmas ornaments to the U.S.? Show me the answer | | |
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