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NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week 12/15/2023 09:57am • A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. ___ US Senate candidate spreads false claims about migrant aid Jury deliberating whether actor Jonathan Majors assaulted a girlfriend in New York last spring 12/15/2023 05:54am • NEW YORK (AP) — A jury began deliberating Thursday whether Jonathan Majors is guilty of assault following a New York trial featuring clashing narratives about whether the rising Hollywood star was the aggressor or victim during a chaotic struggle with his then-girlfriend that began in the back sea Former Jaguars financial manager pleads guilty to stealing $22M. He faces up to 30 years in prison 12/15/2023 05:49am • JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A 31-year-old former Jacksonville Jaguars financial manager accused of stealing more than $22 million from the NFL franchise through its virtual credit card program pleaded guilty to federal charges Thursday and faces up to 30 years in prison. Amit Patel, wearing a dark s Naz Reid, Timberwolves shake off slow start, beat Luka Doncic and Mavs 119-101 12/15/2023 12:28am • DALLAS (AP) — Naz Reid score 19 of his season-high 27 points in the first half, Karl-Anthony Towns had 21 points and a season-high 17 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves shook off an early 15-point deficit to beat Luka Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks 119-101 on Thursday night. The Wolves (18- What's streaming now: 'Barbie,' Taylor Swift in your home, Cody Johnson and the return of 'Reacher' 12/15/2023 12:03am • “Barbie” makes her way onto the Max streaming service and the second season of Prime Video’s “Reacher” starring Alan Ritchson are some of the new television, movies and music headed to a device near you. Also among the streaming offerings worth your time as selected by The Associated Press Live updates | Palestinian prime minister says US must seek a 2-state solution. Israel vows to fight 12/14/2023 11:40pm • The Palestinian prime minister said in an interview Thursday that the Biden administration must now “walk the walk” and take specific steps toward what has been an elusive two-state solution, including by applying pressure on Israel. But in Israel, the defense minister said destroying Hamas will Jordan Staal breaks 2nd-period tie, Hurricanes beat Red Wings 2-1 12/14/2023 10:56pm • DETROIT (AP) — Jordan Staal broke a tie midway through the second period and the Carolina Hurricanes held off the Detroit Red Wings 2-1 on Thursday night. Jack Drury also scored for Carolina and Pyotr Kochetkov made 25 saves. The Hurricanes finished off a six-game trip with consecutive victories a Black child, 10, sentenced to probation and a book report for urinating in public 12/14/2023 10:14pm • JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A 10-year-old Black child who urinated in a parking lot must serve three months’ probation and write a two-page book report on the late NBA star Kobe Bryant, a Mississippi judge has ordered. Tate County Youth Court Judge Rusty Harlow handed down the sentence Tuesday after Alaska governor's budget plan includes roughly $3,400 checks for residents and deficit of nearly $1B 12/14/2023 09:24pm • JUNEAU, Alaska (AP) — Alaska Republican Gov. Mike Dunleavy unveiled a budget plan Thursday that would pay residents an oil-wealth dividend of about $3,400 next year using a formula that lawmakers have all but abandoned and use savings to plug an estimated $990 million deficit. The proposal does n Oregon's top court hears arguments in suit filed by GOP senators seeking reelection after boycott 12/14/2023 08:04pm • SALEM, Ore. (AP) — The Oregon Supreme Court heard oral arguments Thursday in a lawsuit filed by Republican state senators who boycotted the Legislature for a record six weeks earlier this year and want to run for reelection despite a voter-approved constitutional amendment aimed at limiting walkou Impressive Gifts You Can Buy for $20 or Less 12/14/2023 07:00pm • When cash is tight or you have many people to shop for, finding an affordable gift that makes a lasting impression can be a major challenge. Staying within budget is important, though. According to McKinsey's 2023 holiday shopping survey, 79% of consumers say this year they are swapping their purcha What Is the Average Student Loan Payment? 12/14/2023 07:00pm • The average student loan payment is between $200 and $299, according to the most recent available data from the Federal Reserve. But considering the average debt among recent graduates who took out student loans is nearly $30,000, per an analysis by U.S. News, the monthly payment on a 10-year standa Use Your FSA Balance Before it Expires 12/14/2023 07:00pm • A flexible spending account, or FSA, is a great tax-saving benefit many employers offer for managing health care expenses. But unlike a health savings account (HSA), you can forfeit your funds in your FSA if you don't use them by the end of the year, or at least your employer's grace period. Rather Low Magnesium Symptoms: 7 Ways to Spot a Magnesium Deficiency 12/14/2023 07:00pm • If you've been feeling run down, weak or have been struggling with frequent headaches and muscle twitches, it might be time to check your magnesium levels. Signs and symptoms of low magnesium may be subtle at first, but a chronic deficiency of this vital nutrient can harm your health. In this guide, Should You Use a Coworking Space? 12/14/2023 07:00pm • Coworking spaces are a relatively new concept that redefines the traditional office setting by offering an environment where individuals from different professions can engage in collaborative or independent work within a shared area. With the rise of remote work, freelancing and entrepreneurship, co