↑ RSS Trump administration says White House ballroom construction is a matter of national security - The Trump administration said Monday in a court filing that the president’s White House ballroom construction project must continue for reasons of national security. The filing came in response to a lawsuit filed last Friday by the NationaPentagon plan calls for major power shifts within U.S. military - If adopted, the changes would see through Hegseth’s pledge to disrupt the status quo and slash the number of four-star generals.Trump says he will sue the BBC for defamation ‘today or tomorrow’ over Panorama edit - US president accused the broadcaster of ‘putting terrible words in my mouth that I didn’t say’Ilhan Omar claims ICE pulled over her son during ‘racial profiling’ sweep amid Trump’s crackdown in Minnesota - Rep. Ilhan Omar says her U.S.-born son was stopped by ICE agents in Minnesota, sparking racial profiling concerns amid Trump's immigration crackdown.PayPal applies to form bank that can offer small business loans and savings accounts - PayPal has applications pending with the state of Utah and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation to establish PayPal Bank.Venezuela's PDVSA suffers cyberattack as tankers make u-turns - Dec 15 (Reuters) - Venezuela's PDVSA was subject to a cyberattack that it blamed on the United States, the state-run oil company said on Monday, adding that its operations were unaffected even thoughTurkish fighter planes shoot down 'out of control' drone near the country's Black Sea coast - Turkey shot down an “out of control” aerial drone that approached its airspace from the Black Sea, the Defense Ministry said Monday. The incident came after Ukrainian attacks on Russian “ shadow fleet ” tankers off the Turkish coast and waTrump says he's 'strongly' considering reclassifying pot via executive order - Pot stocks fell on Monday as investors took profits following a record-setting session.Michigan basketball coach reacts to Sherrone Moore controversy: 'Some poor decisions made across the board' - Michigan Wolverines men's basketball coach Dusty May reflected on the dismissal of Sherrone Moore as football head coach and the ensuing scandal.Here’s how much Norfolk’s temporary casino made during its first month - The Interim Gaming Hall brought in more than $1.4 million in revenue in November, according to the latest revenue figures released Monday by the Virginia Lottery. It is housed in a 3,600-square-foot tent-like facility and has 132 slot machFlorida star quarterback to enter transfer portal - Florida Gators quarterback DJ Lagway announced on Monday he will enter the transfer portal, likely ending his short stint with the school.Ford Announces Product Roadmap Shakeup Away from EVs and Towards Trucks, Hybrids, EREVs - The automaker is realigning its future investments into multi-energy powertrains, battery-electric storage systems, and new truck and van models.Hunter Biden disbarred in Connecticut following complaints about his gun and tax convictions - He consented to being disbarred and admitted to attorney misconduct, but he did not admit to any criminal wrongdoing.Pro wrestling star Alex Hammerstone focuses on winning MLW's Battle Riot as he fights through scrutiny - Major League Wrestling star Alex Hammerstone spoke to Fox News Digital about his Battle Riot goals and battling through scrutiny to keep focus on his taks at hand.Sen. Cruz threatens another shutdown unless restrictions on military flights are approved - Republican Sen. Ted Cruz threatened Monday to hold up funding to keep the federal government open after the end of January if reforms don't pass by then to tighten up the rules on military flights and help prevent deadly crashes like the coTrump urges capture of 'animal' gunman in Brown University shooting, says no motive yet - Brown University shooting leaves two students dead as gunman remains at large. Trump calls suspect an 'animal' while FBI assists in ongoing manhunt.Trump admin will recruit 1,000 technologists for elite 'Tech Force' to modernize government - Trump administration launches Tech Force program to recruit 1,000 technologists for AI modernization across federal agencies over two-year terms.GOP leaders call Reiner family slayings a 'tragedy' as director's son detained in homicide probe - Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., and House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., both weighed in on the deaths of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, calling the incident a "national tragedy."Plant closure will lead to hundreds of layoffs in Riverside - Swift Beef Company, a subsidiary of the meat-processing giant JBS, is closing a packing facility in Riverside and will lay off more than 300 employees.New Trump tariffs collection hits $200 billion, Customs says - President Donald Trump this year unilaterally imposed, without congressional authorization, what he calls reciprocal tariffs and fentanyl tariffs on imports.Pope Leo XIV condemns 'antisemitic violence' after massacre in Sydney: 'We must eliminate hatred' - Pope Leo XIV offered prayers and condemned "antisemitic violence" following a shooting at a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney killed 15 victims.National Guard members attacked by Afghan refugee in DC honored by unanimous House vote - House unanimously honors National Guard members shot in D.C. terror attack, showing rare bipartisan unity as lawmakers remember fallen soldier and wounded comrade.Trump says lawsuit against BBC will be filed imminently - President Donald Trump told reporters in the Oval Office he intends on moving forward with his lawsuit against the BBC over a documentary that edited his Jan. 6 remarks.Tesla stock closes at 2025 high after Musk confirms driverless Robotaxi tests underway in Austin - Tesla CEO Elon Musk said in a social media post that his company is testing driverless cars in Austin without a safety driver in the vehicle. Ford retreats from EVs, takes $19.5 billion charge as Trump policies take hold - Dec 15 () - Ford Motor said on Monday it will take a $19.5 billion writedown and is killing several electric-vehicle models, in the most dramatic example yet of the auto industry's retreat from battery-powered models in response to the TrumNetflix CEOs Promise 'No Studio Closures' in WBD Bid - Netflix co-CEOs Greg Peters and Ted Sarandos said the company's bid for Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. will result in "no overlap or studio closures." Peters and Sarandos said they were committed to releasing Warner Bros. movies in theaters anMIKE DAVIS: The rules governing local TV are older than the internet. That's insane - Outdated broadcast rules give Big Tech unfair advantage over local news stations, while Google and cable networks face no limits on reach or influence.Black flag of ISIS surfaces again as group continues to be tied to attacks - The attack in Sydney shows how the Islamic State continues to inspire violence on a global scale with more frequency than other terrorist groups, officials say.Is This 53-Year-Dividend-Streak Stock Due for a 20% Breakout? - This Dividend King consumer staples company is working with an activist investor to improve its profitability.Chabria: Trump's callous political attack on Rob Reiner shows a shameful moral failure - Hours after Rob Reiner and his wife were murdered, President Trump blamed the beloved Hollywood figure for his own death. It's a new low, but also shows just how right Reiner was.3I/ATLAS Still Showing Strange Protrusion as It Approaches Earth - "It is a real physical jet, with a glow extending from 3I/ATLAS towards the Sun."Australia moves to tighten gun laws after Hanukkah mass shooting leaves 15 dead at Bondi Beach - Australia is vowing to enact tougher gun controls after a targeted Hanukkah shooting at Bondi Beach leaves 15 dead and many people injured.AI infrastructure selloff continues on Wall Street as Broadcom, Oracle shares slide - In at least one corner of the AI market, sentiment has turned decidedly negative. Second-highest-ranking House Democrat faces primary challenge from party's left flank - House Minority Whip Rep. Katherine Clark faces a primary challenge from organizer Jonathan Paz in Massachusetts, marking a rare test for top Democratic leadership.Colts' Philip Rivers hopes emotional NFL return provides inspiration - Philip Rivers said on Sunday he hoped to inspire some of the youngsters watching the game back home as the Indianapolis Colts quarterback persevered in his first game back.Videos released after Rome Mayor Lanigan pleads guilty - Though the case is over, the video evidence that was to be presented in the harassment case against Rome Mayor Jeffrey Lanigan has been released.SOUTHCOM commander abruptly retires amid escalating scrutiny of Caribbean strikes - SOUTHCOM commander Adm. Alvin Holsey retires after less than a year leading the combatant command, amid growing scrutiny over controversial drug boat strikes in Caribbean waters.Ukraine Claims First Strike by Underwater Drone on Russian Submarine - As it tries to demonstrate its continuing ability to fight, Ukraine said it had used drones to inflict serious damage on a Russian Kilo-class submarine at a Black Sea port.Schumer draws fire for casual tone after Sydney terror attack as Fetterman, Cruz demand tougher stance - Sen. Chuck Schumer faced criticism for mixing condolences about the Sydney Jewish community attack with football commentary, while Sen. John Fetterman called for graver responses.Tesla Slashes Model Y Prices In Last-Ditch 2025 Sales Attempt - The holidays are a great time to get products for major discounted prices, even from major automakers Tesla, the most recognizable EV manufacturer.Best gifts for car lovers – from clever stocking stuffers to serious gear - Get the car lover in your life everything they need to take care of their vehicle, from wrench sets to jump starters, car-wash kits and more.Health secretary’s fury at ‘self-indulgent’ five-day doctors’ strike as NHS faces Christmas flu crisis - Keir Starmer accuses NHS doctors of ‘irresponsible’ behaviour as flu cases surge across EnglandHow countries around the world have responded to mass shootings - A mass shooting at a Hanukkah celebration at Australia’s Bondi Beach has renewed a global discussion about gun control. Australia is known for large-scale gun buybacks.War Sec. Hegseth issues statement after two U.S. soldiers killed in Syria are identified - Two U.S. soldiers killed in Syria ISIS attack identified as Iowa National Guard members. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth vows overwhelming force response.US FTC, 21 states file amended complaint against Uber over subscription practices - Dec 15 (Reuters) - The U.S.New Patriot Interceptors To Allow For “Over-The-Shoulder” Shots At Passing Targets - New vertical launchers will also help change how Patriot can engage threats, including ones that slip by overhead.Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino to decide about future at bureau in coming weeks, sources say - Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino will decide on his future at the bureau within weeks, sources tell Fox News Digital amid recent leadership criticism.US officials tout progress in talks to reach 'lasting and durable peace' between Ukraine, Russia - President Trump has directed U.S. officials to help to facilitate a “lasting and durable peace" between Ukraine and Russia, with officials touting the “very, very strong" package presented for negotiations in Berlin over the weekeMerz calls on Putin to halt fighting in Ukraine for Christmas - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to halt the fighting in Ukraine over Christmas. "Perhaps the Russian leadership has a shred of human decency left and will at least leave the population in peacSchumer panned for saying 'Go Bills' before addressing Australia mass shooting - Sen. Chuck Schumer., D-N.Y., faced backlash on Monday after saying "go Bills" before addressing the deadly shooting in Sydney, Australia, during a press conference.