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Brooke Rollins has made a case for sweeping changes to food aid programs by claiming USDA has uncovered “massive fraud.” But she and USDA haven’t provided the underlying data or any evidence. (Image credit: Joe Raedle)

The weeks leading up to Christmas are typically a time of anticipation and preparation for Christians, but for some immigrant congregations the mood this Advent season isn’t especially hopeful. (Image credit: Sean Gallup)

A new survey of centenarians finds a growing number of people living to 100 have prioritized healthy habits. Here’s how exercise, social connection and positivity play a role in aging well. (Image credit: alvarez)

Using artificial intelligence to identify Congressional districts where independent candidates could win, an organization called the Independent Center is aiming to disrupt the two-party system. (Image credit: Glenn Harvey for NPR)

At issue is whether internet providers can be liable for their users’ committing copyright violations using its services. (Image credit: Andrew Harnik)

Ukraine peace talks shift to Moscow — the big unknown is whether Putin will play ball  CNBC Trump administration news: US seeks a peace deal in Ukraine as tensions deepen with Venezuela  CNN Trump’s envoy Witkoff to meet Putin on Tuesday  The Hill

Thirteen people have been arrested for suspected manslaughter after Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades, officials have said.

On Sunday night, electoral authorities said a preliminary sample of votes showed the two conservative candidates were virtually tied — and far ahead of the governing left-wing party.

Rescue and recovery and efforts are underway in parts of South and Southeast Asia where the number of those killed in devastating flooding continues to rise.