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Scientists say a “new era of astronomy” could be brought in as they prepare to launch the James Webb Telescope today.

Plea deal seen as unlikely, especially after Attorney General Mandelblit leaves office in five weeks; ex-premier denies report, says he hasn’t decided about taking witness stand

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Arkansas Disaster Declaration  The White House

Despite a surge in coronavirus cases that dashed plans for travel and celebrations, New Yorkers did what they could to salvage the season.

A maskless Francis processed down the central aisle of the basilica as the Sistine Chapel choir sang “Noel,” kicking off the Vatican’s Christmas holiday that commemorates the birth of Jesus in a manger in Bethlehem.

While kids across the U.S. will wake up tomorrow looking for gifts under the tree, NASA is hoping to celebrate with its own Christmas present a little higher up. The launch of their James Webb Space Telescope is slated for

New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post columnist Jonathan Capehart join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including President Biden’s handling of the omicron variant, and how to find hope during this holiday season.

Gal Zuckerman, 18, says Israel’s team participated ‘under the radar’ in competition last week, and authorities barred winners from playing anthem, showing flag

A White House Christmas event took an awkward turn on Friday when a caller dropped a vulgar anti-Biden slogan into a conversation with the US president. 

Oakbrook Center mall reopens Friday as police search for gunman after 4 injured in shooting; 2 in custody  WGN TV Chicago Chicago-area mall shooting leaves several wounded; 2 suspects in custody, 1 sought  Fox News Police search for gunman in Chicago-area mall