Moscow warning: The Kremlin warned Monday that U.S. President Joe Biden’s decision to allow Ukraine to hit targets inside Russia with U.S.-supplied missiles adds “fuel to the fire” of the war. A Kremlin spokesperson said Washington easing limits on what Ukraine can strike with the American-made Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) is “provoking further escalation of tensions around this conflict.” The move comes after months of U.S. officials ruling out ways Ukraine could use the system over fears of escalating the war. Read more >
Ukraine fires US weapons: According to Russia’s Defense Ministry, Ukraine fired six U.S.-made ATACMS missiles at Russia’s Bryansk region. Developing >
New nuclear doctrine: Following Biden’s arms decision for Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday signed a revised nuclear doctrine that says any massive aerial attack on Russia could spark a nuclear response. When asked whether the doctrine was issued after Biden’s move, a Kremlin spokesperson said it was released “in a timely manner.” Changes to the doctrine were first announced in September. Details >
1,000 days of war: Tuesday marks 1,000 days since Russia invaded Ukraine, triggering a brutal war. Tens of thousands of soldiers from both countries have died since the beginning of the war in 2022, and the U.N. says at least 11,700 Ukrainian civilians have been killed. Both Russia and Ukraine have asked allies for help, with Ukraine trying to convince allies that with more military aid, it can win. Full breakdown >
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Jose Ibarra trial: An FBI agent testified Monday that location data appears to place Laken Riley and Jose Ibarra, the man accused of killing her, in the same wooded area at the time of the Georgia nursing student’s death. Prosecutors also played a recorded jail phone call between Ibarra and his wife. The latest >
Laken Riley death: The investigation started after a friend reported Riley missing on Feb. 22 when she didn’t return home from a run. Authorities later discovered her body in a forested area on the University of Georgia campus. Police arrested Jose Ibarra in connection to Riley’s death the next day. Ibarra is charged with murder, kidnapping, aggravated assault, battery and tampering with evidence. He has pleaded not guilty on all counts. Watch the trial >
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Diddy case: Prosecutors said in a court document last week that Sean “Diddy” Combs tried to contact potential witnesses for his upcoming sex trafficking trial from jail. Jail calls showed that Combs asked family members to reach out to potential victims and witnesses, prosecutors said in the filing. They also accused Combs of orchestrating social media campaigns “aimed at tainting the jury pool.” Read more >
Diddy trial: Combs, 54, has pleaded not guilty to federal sex trafficking charges following his Sept. 16 arrest. Charges include allegations he coerced and abused people for years, aided by associates and employees, and silenced victims through blackmail and violence, including kidnapping, arson and physical beatings. He has remained incarcerated pending a trial next year. The latest >
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Thrill-seekers at a California theme park were unexpectedly suspended in the air from one of the rides for two hours Monday afternoon. Photos >
The parents of four teens killed at Oxford High School in Michigan by a classmate are speaking out nearly three years after the crime, vowing that their fight for justice is far from over. Their demand >
Pennsylvania’s state Supreme Court on Monday ordered counties not to count mail-in ballots that lack a correct handwritten date on the return envelope. What to know >
A suspect has been taken into custody after three people were killed in random stabbings in New York City. The latest >
An Alabama city is exploring legal action after the destruction of a nest belonging to beloved bald eagles “Pam and Jim.” Details >
Video shows an Oregon deli worker hanging onto the back of a moving delivery truck as a thief takes off with it. Watch >
Ohio’s public universities could be banned from asking prospective students their preferred pronouns on college applications if a new state house bill becomes law. Read more >
Firehouse Subs has pledged to donate $25,000 after receiving backlash from a Georgia veteran on social media. What to know >
The Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. notified lawmakers of a “cyber breach” of its IT system by an adversary. The latest >
Two Missouri law enforcement officers were indicted for allegedly pulling women over and searching their phones for nude photos, according to the United States Attorney’s Office. The investigation >
Police in Massachusetts have arrested a 72-year-old man accused of intentionally setting brush fires last week. Details >
A North Carolina woman is working to make the holidays brighter for residents of a nursing home that was hit hard in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. How to send a card to the nursing home >
Pizza vending machines debuted in West Michigan. What to know about the new technology >
Families can cut down their own Christmas trees for free at the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area along the Kentucky-Tennessee state line. Details >
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Volunteers Andrew and Jennifer Duhe have dedicated lots of time to the Chesapeake Animal Services in Virginia. In honor of Jennifer’s 40th birthday, Andrew decided to cover the adoption fees of all 40 animals. Read more >
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