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Movies
From bleak comedies to heartwarming dramas, and thrilling horrors to epic fantasies, discover the perfect film to ring in the New Year, offering everything from fresh starts to nostalgic reflections.
Politics
British-Egyptian writer and activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah, recently freed after over a decade in Egyptian prisons for his pro-democracy work, faces a campaign to revoke his British citizenship and deport him. This backlash stems from controversial tweets he posted in the early 2010s, for which he has apologized. The article argues this is a disproportionate and fear-mongering attack, ignoring his extensive human rights advocacy and the severe torment he has already endured.
Relationship
A woman recounts a bleak New Year's Eve spent in a failing relationship, culminating in her spontaneous decision to leave her boyfriend and the party, finding a profound sense of liberation.
Tragedy
Erica Fox, 55, an open ocean swimmer and co-founder of the Kelp Krawlers, was identified after her body was recovered following a fatal shark attack off the Northern California coast. She went missing on December 21st in Monterey Bay. Her death marks the second shark attack fatality at Lovers Point in 73 years and the second attack on a club member.
Crime
New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs is facing felony strangulation and misdemeanor assault charges after his former private chef accused him of physical assault during a financial dispute. Diggs and his lawyer vehemently deny the allegations, claiming they are financially motivated, while the Patriots have expressed support for their star player.
Policy
Five states are implementing new restrictions on SNAP benefits, prohibiting the purchase of 'unhealthy' foods like soda and candy, as part of a federal push to reduce chronic diseases. This move faces criticism from retailers and advocates over implementation challenges, cost, and potential negative impact on recipients.
Obituary
Tatiana Schlossberg, environmental journalist and granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35 after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia. She bravely revealed her terminal diagnosis and criticized a relative's policies in a final essay.
Entertainment
As the year concludes with fewer new streaming releases, it's the perfect time to catch up on 2025's best in movies, TV, music, and video games. This week features a New Year's Eve music and television special, alongside the highly anticipated series finale of Netflix's 'Stranger Things,' promising a record-setting night.
Entertainment
As the year concludes, streaming options are fewer but it's a prime time to catch up on 2025's best. Highlights include the much-anticipated series finale of Netflix's 'Stranger Things' and a variety of New Year's Eve specials, such as 'Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest' featuring numerous all-star performances.
Tragedy
The body of Erica Fox, 55, an open ocean swimmer from Pebble Beach, was recovered Saturday after she went missing following a shark attack off Northern California on December 21. Fox, a co-founder of the Kelp Krawlers swimming club, was remembered by her husband and a fellow club member, who survived a previous shark attack, at a vigil.
