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Biden orders strikes on an Iranian-aligned group after 3 US troops wounded in drone attack in Iraq 12/26/2023 12:35pm • WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. President Joe Biden ordered the United States military to carry out retaliatory airstrikes against Iranian-backed militia groups after three U.S. service members were injured in a drone attack in northern Iraq. National Security Council spokesperson Adrienne Watson said one Tis the season for giving: A guide for how to give, even a little 12/26/2023 11:32am • Christmas is over, but giving season for nonprofits is just starting to peak. The end of the calendar year is when nonprofits make appeals far and wide to attract donors — in part because of holiday traditions or, for some, tax advantages. Nonprofits get about 30% of their annual donations in Dece Americans ramped up spending during the holidays despite some financial anxiety and higher costs 12/26/2023 11:06am • NEW YORK (AP) — Holiday sales rose this year and spending remained resilient during the shopping season even with Americans wrestling with higher prices in some areas and other financial worries, according to the latest measure. Holiday sales from the beginning of November through Christmas Eve cl Millennial Money: 4 things that could impact your credit in 2024 12/26/2023 07:00am • Credit is top of mind for many folks going into 2024. Nearly 4 in 5 Americans (79%) say they are trying to improve their credit, according to a recent survey from NerdWallet. Getting ahead of surprises will go a long way in protecting your credit. Here are four things to look out for that could impa 7 of the Best Long-Term Stocks to Buy 12/25/2023 07:00pm • After the last few years of pandemic and geopolitical unrest, there's no telling what 2024 will bring. And if you start trying to guess what 2025 or even 2035 will be like, chances are even less likely that your predictions will be correct. Interestingly enough, however, a lot of investment research How to Back Out of a Financial Commitment 12/25/2023 07:00pm • When it comes to money, prioritizing your own financial security is paramount. That means when funds are tight, you might have to make some difficult decisions on where to cut back -- which might include backing out of a financial commitment you've made. Maybe you promised a friend you'd lend them s Ways to Find Unclaimed Money 12/25/2023 07:00pm • If your idea of a windfall is finding money under couch cushions or a coin in a parking lot, just wait until you start looking through databases for finding lost or unclaimed money. Chances are, you'll find it more fun -- and possibly far more profitable. Banks, insurance companies and the U.S. Depa Prince George's Co.'s 'Hard Hat Librarian' to retire at the end of this year 12/25/2023 04:49pm • A 15-year employee of the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System, credited with overseeing 10 major renovations of existing library branches and the construction of five new ones, will retire from his role at the end of the year. Michael Gannon, the library system's chief operating offi Gophers will give QB Cole Kramer his first career start in the Quick Lane Bowl vs. Bowling Green 12/25/2023 02:14pm • DETROIT (AP) — Cole Kramer took part in Minnesota's senior day ceremony before the final home game, exchanging hugs with coach P.J. Fleck and his family members on the field at Huntington Bank Stadium and posing for pictures to mark his five years playing for the home-state program. Kramer is plan Colts continue uneven pursuit of playoff berth with one-sided loss to Falcons 12/24/2023 07:00pm • ATLANTA (AP) — After blowing out the Pittsburgh Steelers last week to move into a tie for first place in the AFC South, the Indianapolis Colts were feeling good about themselves as they tried to chase down a playoff spot in AFC. One week later, the Colts seemed at a loss for answers after a dispi Houston's offense sputters with C.J. Stroud out in 36-22 loss to Browns 12/24/2023 06:52pm • HOUSTON (AP) — Case Keenum and the Houston Texans’ offense couldn’t do anything Sunday against the Cleveland Browns in their second game without star rookie C.J. Stroud. Keenum managed just 62 yards passing and threw two interceptions before being replaced by Davis Mills late in the 36-22 loss Heinicke lifts Falcons with clean play at quarterback in 29-10 win to cool Colts' playoff hopes 12/24/2023 06:39pm • ATLANTA (AP) — Arthur Smith's goal was for the Atlanta Falcons to remain relevant in the NFC South. Taylor Heinicke knew the best way to reach that goal was to avoid mistakes. Heinicke provided the turnover-free leadership at quarterback Atlanta has sought all season, passing for 229 yards and a t Amari Cooper has franchise-record 265 yards receiving to lead Browns to 36-22 win over Texans 12/24/2023 06:16pm • HOUSTON (AP) — After Amari Cooper grabbed a 53-yard reception on the game's first play Sunday, the Cleveland Browns star thought he'd be in for a big day. It turned out to be the biggest day for a receiver in team history. Cooper set a franchise record with 265 yards receiving and scored two touch Jordan Love, Packers survive rally by Panthers, win 33-30 to keep playoff hopes alive 12/24/2023 05:59pm • CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — It's still early, but Jordan Love is beginning to show the poise and big-play capability that seem to be prerequisites for a Green Bay Packers quarterback. The first-year starter turned in an effort reminiscent of Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers on Sunday, helping the Packers Mike Nussbaum, prolific Chicago stage actor with film roles including 'Field of Dreams,' dies at 99 12/24/2023 04:09pm • CHICAGO (AP) — Mike Nussbaum, reputed as the oldest professional actor in America with a prolific stage career and roles in films including “Field of Dreams” and “Men in Black,” has died. He was 99. He died of old age at his Chicago home on Saturday, just days before his 100th birthday,