When Syrian rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa stood in Damascus to deliver a victory speech after a rapid campaign that brought down Bashar al-Assad’s regime, one comment slipped under the radar. Amid declarations of triumph, he mentioned an illicit drug that had quietly become a scourge across the Middle East over the past decade. “Syria has
Since the dawn of early cinema, Count Dracula has appeared in hundreds of films. However, audiences were first introduced to Bram Stoker’s iconic vampire through F.W. Murnau’s Nosferatu, an unofficial silent adaptation that altered the novel’s names and details to sidestep copyright issues. Instead of joining the ranks of traditional Dracula adaptations, American filmmaker Robert
The documents provide insight into the life of 15-year-old Natalie Rupnow, who authorities say fatally shot two people, injured six others, and then took her own life. Written by Chloe Atkins, Selina Guevara, and Daniella Silva MADISON, Wis. Court documents obtained by NBC News reveal that the 15-year-old girl accused of fatally shooting two people
Yankees Acquire Cruz and Jackson from Reds in Trade for Trevino The New York Yankees announced today that they have acquired right-handed pitcher Fernando Cruz and catcher Alex Jackson from the Cincinnati Reds in exchange for catcher Jose Trevino. Cruz, 34, posted a 3-8 record with a 4.86 ERA (66.2 IP, 54 H, 36 R/ER,
The House passed a bill on Friday to prevent a partial government shutdown, just hours before the midnight deadline for federal funding. The measure, requiring two-thirds support in the chamber, passed decisively with a 366-34 vote. All Democrats supported the bill except Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, who voted “present.” Lawmakers scrambled to find a way
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump is living up to his self-styled title of “tariff man,” this time targeting some of the world’s fastest-growing major economies just weeks ahead of his inauguration. Earlier this month, Trump set his sights on the BRICS nations, threatening to impose 100% tariffs if they move to establish a new currency or
Christmas Christmas is celebrated to honor the birth of Jesus Christ, whom Christians believe to be the Son of God. The word ‘Christmas’ originates from “Christ’s Mass,” referring to the Mass or service where Christians commemorate Jesus’ sacrifice and resurrection. As autumn yields to winter, snow blankets the earth, and twinkling lights adorn homes, the
Cubs Send Cody Bellinger and Cash to Yankees for Cody Poteet In a noteworthy trade, the Chicago Cubs have dealt outfielder and first baseman Cody Bellinger to the New York Yankees. The move comes as the Yankees look to reconfigure their roster following the loss of Juan Soto to the Mets in free agency. Along
In their 34–27 victory over the Denver Broncos on Thursday Night Football, the Los Angeles Chargers gained a crucial edge through one of the rarest plays in football—a successful fair catch free kick. This uncommon rule allows a team to attempt a field goal from the spot of a fair catch, with the opposing team
The U.S. House of Representatives has rejected a funding measure backed by Donald Trump, moving the government closer to a potential shutdown this weekend. The revised spending plan failed to secure the two-thirds majority required in the House, with 38 Republicans breaking ranks and voting against the bill on Thursday night, despite Trump’s support. Trump had