Pope Leo XIV delivers first Christmas address with calls for compassion and dialogue to end global conflicts

Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Christmas address as pontiff to issue a sweeping appeal for empathy, peace and international cooperation, focusing repeatedly on the suffering caused by war, poverty and displacement, particularly in Gaza and Ukraine.
Pres. Trump confirms launch of airstrikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria on Christmas Day

President Donald Trump announced that the United States carried out airstrikes against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria on Christmas Day, saying the operation targeted extremists he accused of attacking civilians, particularly Christians. The strikes come shortly
A’s sign left fielder Tyler Soderstrom to record setting 7-year, $86M extension

The Athletics have secured one of their rising stars for the long haul, reaching a long-term agreement with left fielder Tyler Soderstrom on a seven-year contract worth $86 million. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported: “BREAKING: Left fielder Tyler
NFL Christmas Game Day: Cowboys beat Commanders 30-23, Vikings defeat Lions 23-10

The Dallas Cowboys beat the Washington Commanders 30-23, and the Minnesota Vikings defeated the Detroit Lions 23-10, with the Lions loss eliminating them from playoff contention and helping the Green Bay Packers clinch a spot. The Cowboys