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THIS is the incredible moment Ukraine unleashes a shotgun-wielding drone to hunt down and destroy Russians on the battlefield. The impressive footage, captured from the frontlines, shows the powerful mounted UAVs taking on Russian drones single-handedly and blasting them out of the sky with ease. Foundation for Assistance to Defenders of Ukraine shared a compilation of the drone-on-drone executions on social media. The minute-long clip shows a small Russian aircraft soaring above a Ukrainian warzone before being ruthlessly targeted. In the insane video a Ukrainian drone stealthily appears above its Russian counterpart with two shotguns attached to its front. The operator takes aim and with near pinpoint accuracy fires - launching a deathly bullet straight to the Russian drone. A quick flash of light erupts as the shotgun strikes the drone and sends it tumbling to the ground. Another clips sees the Russian war weapon approaching the destructive new invention over a snowy battleground. Within seconds, a shotgun bullet is fired and splits Vladimir Putin's drone in two as it plunges downwards and smashes off the ground. A third video shows a pair of drones battling it out in a wild chase. The shotgun-wielding Ukrainian can be seen hunting down the fleeing Russian drone. After a long, daring flight the flashy new Ukrainian weapon takes charge and finds its target with a devastating strike. The compilation of videos were followed by the caption: "For the first time on video - hard drive drones shoot down other drones with shotguns. "Defenders of Ukraine are testing the developments of Lesia UA technology." Ukraine's use of drone warfare has kept Putin's troops at bay since the conflict started almost three years ago. They have repeatedly used impressive aerial tactics to strike key Russian infrastructure and to take out incoming fighters with ease. One of the most advanced drones being used is the dragon drone which spews flesh-melting thermite onto Russian bunkers. Terrifying footage has shown the drone beginning to spew the thermite across a trench and into the entrance of a snowy Russian bunker . Anyone caught underneath the iron oxide and aluminium combination would be burned to death. After shooting the lethal mixture for around 20 seconds the drone catches fire itself and flies inside the bunker hoping to take Russian soldiers with it. Kyiv has been deploying the menacing weapon over tree lines and forests - attacking Russia with scorching hot molten. Earlier this month footage also showed Ukrainian drones equipped with machine guns being used for the first time to ambush Russian troops. Ukrainian soldiers fitted a Wild Hornets drone with an AK-47 assault rifle and used it to fire on opposition forces . It comes just days after Russian despot Putin admitted he's open for peace talks with Ukraine again - but only "if it comes to that". The ageing tyrant welcomed Slovakian PM Robert Fico to the Kremlin before Christmas and claims the pair spoke about using Slovakia as a negotiating headquarters to help solve the nearly three-year conflict. Despite the comments, Putin launched a brutal missile and drone barrage on Ukraine in a horror Christmas massacre. Over 70 missiles, including ballistic projectiles, and more than 100 kamikaze drones were launched in a coordinated assault early on December 25. The attack disrupted festive celebrations across Ukraine, with families forced to take shelter in metro stations as air raid sirens wailed across the country.AP News in Brief at 6:04 p.m. EST
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OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder won their 11th straight game, beating the short-handed Memphis Grizzlies 130-106 on Sunday night in a matchup of Western Conference leaders that turned lopsided before halftime. Rookie Ajay Mitchell scored 17 points, Aaron Wiggins contributed 16 and Jalen Williams added 14 points and 10 rebounds for the Thunder (26-5), who opened a five-game lead over second-place Memphis. Gilgeous-Alexander made 14 of 19 shots to go along with seven assists, six rebounds and a team-high four blocks. He sat most of the fourth quarter. Oklahoma City blocked nine shots, including three by center Isaiah Hartenstein. The Thunder led 76-50 at halftime behind 23 points from Gilgeous-Alexander and 12 each from Mitchell and Kenrich Williams, who combined to go 5 for 7 on 3-point shots. Oklahoma City outscored the Grizzlies 42-19 in the second quarter to take control. Desmond Bane had 22 points and nine rebounds for Memphis (22-11), which played without star Ja Morant (shoulder) and Zach Edey, the team’s No. 9 overall draft pick, who was in concussion protocol. Jay Huff added 17 points but Jaren Jackson Jr., the team's leading scorer at 21.9 points per game, managed 13 points on 3-of-17 shooting. Takeaways Grizzlies: Memphis jumped out to a 9-0 lead but struggled to score after that, making 37 of 97 shots from the field (38.1%) and 14 of 51 from 3-point range (27.5%). Thunder: Oklahoma City lost the rebound battle 51-46, but outscored the Grizzlies 56-36 in the paint. Key moment Memphis pulled within 42-36 on a jumper by Jackson, but Oklahoma City went on a 32-9 run to extend the lead to 74-45 and put the game out of reach before halftime. Key stat Oklahoma City converted 21 Memphis turnovers into 33 points. Up next Grizzlies: Visit Phoenix on Tuesday night. Thunder: Host Minnesota on Tuesday night. ___ AP NBA: https://apnews.com/hub/nba Tim Willert, The Associated Press
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Will Kamala Harris run for California governor in 2026? The question is already swirlingThe critically acclaimed Stan Original Series Black Snow is back for a gripping second season, and leading the charge is none other than rising star Jana McKinnon. Stream Season 1 of Black Snow only on Stan. Known for her standout performances in the Stan Original Series Bad Behaviour and a slew of European film roles, McKinnon takes on the challenging lead role of Zoe Jacobs in Black Snow opposite Vikings alum Travis Fimmel. In Season 2, the Black Snow story shifts focus to Zoe Jacobs, who mysteriously went missing in 2003. Detective Cormack (Fimmel) returns to investigate Zoe's case, unearthing secrets within the tight-knit Sunshine Coast community. McKinnon spoke about how special it was to bring Zoe's full story to life. "In Black Snow Season 2, we follow Cormack as he investigates a new case: the disappearance of Zoe Jacobs in 2003," McKinnon explained. "The series moves between timelines, where we get to know Zoe, her friends, her community, and her world. Her story unfolds through her work at the community radio station, her relationships with her parents, and the challenges within her life." READ MORE: 'Should've kept me': Nikita Iman on her Drag Race Down Under exit and what really happened at the Comedy Roast While crime dramas often relegate missing characters to a single flashback, Black Snow digs deeper into Zoe's world. McKinnon described this as a rare and rewarding opportunity as an actor. "It's such a great opportunity to not just be the victim but to flesh out this character's whole life. I got to explore Zoe's world – the music of 2003, the cars, the technology. It's strange to think of it as a 'period' show, but technically, it is." "It's like this uncanny reflection of a time not too long ago." Reflecting on the early 2000s, McKinnon admitted she was too young to fully remember the era but appreciated its nostalgic vibe. "I probably remember the songs from the radio, even if I couldn't name them! But getting to revisit the culture, the music, and the tech from that time was so fun." The role wasn't without its challenges, though. Known for her emotionally intense roles, McKinnon shared how portraying Zoe required her to tackle raw and visceral themes of grief. "I often get cast in darker roles, but this one was particularly challenging because of how grief is portrayed. Zoe's way of processing her emotions is so specific and different from my own. It was a real challenge to dig into that." READ MORE: Why the 'From' Season 3 finale is a masterpiece with the 'best twist in TV history' - as finally, we get some answers McKinnon also had high praise for the Black Snow team, including Travis Fimmel, who stepped into the director's chair for the first time in Season 2. "I was one of the few cast members who only worked with Travis as a director. He brought so many ideas to the table and really helped shape the show alongside showrunner Lucas Taylor. I'm excited to see the episode [Fimmel] directed!" The production process itself was a highlight for McKinnon, who described the experience as both professional and heartwarming. "The cast and crew were amazing – so skilled and so enthusiastic. Many of the crew returned from Season 1, so it felt like being welcomed into a big family. It was a really beautiful and special experience, and I've made friendships that I know will last a lifetime." With her career spanning both Europe and Australia, McKinnon opened up about what sets Aussie productions apart – and yes, coffee was mentioned. "The biggest difference is that Aussies have much better coffee on set! But truly, the professionalism of Australian crews is unmatched. The teams are bigger, the work flows seamlessly, and it's so well-equipped to handle major Hollywood productions. I absolutely love working in Australia and hope to do more." Looking to the future, McKinnon revealed a surprising desire to explore lighter genres. "I'd love to do comedy! I tried it for the first time this year in a kids' movie in Germany, and I had so much fun. But I'm open to anything. I love deep, dark roles too. Right now, I'm just excited for what life throws at me next." READ MORE: Jana McKinnon on why so many will relate to the dark Stan Original series Bad Behaviour As Black Snow gears up for its highly anticipated release, McKinnon hopes the show will resonate on multiple levels. "I think audiences will really enjoy the mystery, but also the layers of the story – the friendships, the music, the community. The show touches on important themes, like housing insecurity, particularly for older women. It's political, but it never feels forced. It's such a rich, complex story." For McKinnon, the music and culture of 2003 are just as much a character as Zoe herself. "The soundtrack and the vibe of that year really make the show so immersive. There's this scene where Zoe mentions Kings of Leon as a 'niche indie band,' which is hilarious now. I loved digging into the music of that time – it makes everything feel so authentic." Black Snow Season 2 premieres New Year's Day, only on Stan. Don't miss the season two premiere of Black Snow, streaming from New Year's Day, only on Stan. Stream Season 1 of Black Snow only on Stan. Nine Entertainment Co (the publisher of this website) owns and operates the streaming service Stan . FOLLOW US ON WHATSAPP HERE : Stay across all the latest news from your favourite shows via our WhatsApp channel. No comments, no algorithm and nobody can see your private details.One Bajan FamilyNEW YORK — U.S. stock indexes drifted amid mixed trading Dec. 16, ahead of this week's upcoming meeting by the Federal Reserve that could set Wall Street's direction into next year. The S&P 500 rose 0.4 percent Monday, coming off its first losing week in the last four. The Nasdaq composite climbed 1.2 percent to a record, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.3 percent. Broadcom leaped 11.2 percent to help lead the S&P 500 for a second straight day after delivering a profit report last week that beat expectations. The technology company is riding a wave of enthusiasm about its artificial-intelligence offerings in particular. The market's main event, though, will arrive on Wednesday when the Fed will announce its last move on interest rates for the year. The widespread expectation is that it will cut its main rate for a third straight time, as it tries to boost the slowing job market after getting inflation nearly all the way down to its target of 2 percent. The question is how much more it will cut rates next year, and Fed officials will release projections for where they see the federal funds rate ending 2025, along with other economic indicators, once their meeting concludes. Fed chair Jerome Powell will also answer questions in a press conference following the meeting. NEW YORK — Honeywell is considering selling its aerospace division as an activist investor pushes for change. The announcement arrives about one month after Elliott Investment Management revealed a stake of more than $5 billion in the company. In a letter sent to Honeywell's board, Elliott said that the company needed to simplify its structure as it deals with uneven execution, inconsistent financial results and an underperforming stock price. Elliott wants the the Charlotte-based company to separate its automation and aerospace businesses. The board of Honeywell International Inc. has been exploring strategic options for the company since earlier this year. It has said there will be an update in late January when it releases its fourth-quarter earnings results. A number of US conglomerates, like General Electric and Dow Chemical, have already broken up their companies to become more nimble. Honeywell, which makes everything from eye solution to barcode readers, is already shifting. Since last December, Honeywell announced plans to spin off its advanced materials business, entered an agreement to sell its personal protective equipment business and made several acquisitions. PALM BEACH, Fla. — President-elect Donald Trump joined SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son on Dec. 16 to announce plans by the Japanese company to invest $100 billion in U.S. projects over the next four years. Trump announced the planned investment at his Mar-a-Lago resort with Son at his side, along with Howard Lutnick, head of investment bank Cantor Fitzgerald and Trump’s pick for commerce secretary. In a post on his Truth Social site last week, Trump said anyone making a $1 billion investment in the United States “will receive fully expedited approvals and permits, including, but in no way limited to, all Environmental approvals.” WASHINGTON — A U.S. Senate committee says at least two internal Amazon studies have found a relationship between worker speed and injuries in the online retailer's warehouses. A 160-page report issued late Dec. 15 by the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions alleges Amazon rejected many of the studies' safety recommendations out of concern the proposed changes might reduce productivity. The report was the final product of a probe into Amazon’s warehouse safety practices that U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders initiated last year. Amazon responded Dec. 16 by saying the report is "wrong on the facts and features selective, outdated information that lacks context and isn’t grounded in reality.” NEW YORK — Former talk show host Carlos Watson was sentenced Dec. 16 to nearly 10 years in prison in a federal financial conspiracy case that cast his once-buzzy Ozy Media as an extreme of fake-it-'til-you-make-it startup culture. So extreme that another Ozy executive impersonated a YouTube executive to hype Ozy to investment bankers — while Watson coached him, prosecutors said. Watson, 55, and the now-defunct company were found guilty last summer of charges including wire fraud conspiracy. He has denied the allegations and plans to appeal. Watson told the judge he was a target of "selective prosecution" as a Black entrepreneur in Silicon Valley, where African American executives have been disproportionately few, and called the case "a modern lynching." "I made mistakes. I'm very, very sorry that people are hurt, myself included," he said, but "I don't think it's fair." Watson, who faced a mandatory minimum sentence of two years in prison and potentially as much as 37 years, remains free for now on $3 million bond. Ozy, founded in 2012, was styled as a hub of news and culture for millennials with a global outlook.
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AGNC Investment Corp. (AGNCM) To Go Ex-Dividend on December 31stMatt Gaetz says he won't return to Congress next year after withdrawing name for attorney general WASHINGTON (AP) — Matt Gaetz is not coming back to Congress. The Florida Republican said Friday he has no intention of serving another term in the House now that he is no longer President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general. Gaetz withdrew as the nominee this week amid growing fallout from the allegations of sexual conduct against him. Gaetz denies the allegations. Gaetz didn't lay out his plans now that he's out of office, saying only, “I’m still going to be in the fight, but it’s going to be from a new perch." After Gaetz's withdrawal on Thursday, Trump named former Florida attorney general Pam Bondi to lead the Justice Department. Vance takes on a more visible transition role as he works to boost Trump's most controversial picks WASHINGTON (AP) — After several weeks working behind closed doors, Vice President-elect JD Vance returned to Capitol Hill this week in a new, more visible role. He's been helping Donald Trump’s most contentious Cabinet picks try to win confirmation in the Senate, where he has served for the last two years. Vance spent part of Wednesday at the Capitol with Rep. Matt Gaetz sitting in on meetings with Trump’s controversial choice for attorney general. On Thursday, Vance was back, this time accompanying Pete Hegseth. Vance is expected to accompany other nominees for meetings over the coming weeks as he tries to leverage the two years he has spent in the Senate to help push through Trump’s picks. Beyond evangelicals, Trump and his allies courted smaller faith groups, from the Amish to Chabad Donald Trump’s lock on the white evangelical vote is legendary, but he didn't focus exclusively on large religious voter blocs. He and his allies also wooed smaller religious groups, away from the mainstream. He posted a tribute to Coptic church members on social media and met with members of Assyrians for Trump — two smaller Christian communities with Middle Eastern roots. He visited the grave of the revered late leader of an Orthodox Jewish movement. His allies sought votes from the separatist Amish community. While Trump won decisively, the outreaches reflected aggressive campaigning in what was expected to be a tight race. NATO and Ukraine to hold emergency talks after Russia's attack with new hypersonic missile KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — NATO and Ukraine will hold emergency talks Tuesday after Russia attacked a central city with a hypersonic ballistic missile that escalated the nearly 33-month-old war. Ukraine's parliament canceled a session Friday over the security threat. In a stark warning to the West, President Vladimir Putin said in a nationally televised speech Thursday that the attack with the intermediate-range Oreshnik missile was retaliation for Kyiv’s use of U.S. and British longer-range missiles capable of striking deeper into Russian territory. Putin said Russia is launching production of the Oreshnik, saying it's so powerful that several of them fitted with conventional warheads could be as devastating as a strike with strategic — or nuclear — weapons. Texas education board approves optional Bible-infused curriculum for elementary schools AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Texas’ education board has voted to allow Bible-infused teachings in elementary schools. The approval Friday follows other Republican-led states that have pushed this year to give religion a larger presence in public classrooms. The curriculum adopted by the Texas State Board of Education is optional for schools to adopt, but they’ll receive additional funding if they do so. Parents and teachers who opposed the curriculum say the lessons will alienate students of other faith backgrounds. Supporters argue the Bible is a core feature of American history and that teaching it will enrich learning. 2 convicted in human smuggling case after Indian family froze to death on US-Canada border FERGUS FALLS, Minn. (AP) — A jury has convicted two men of charges related to human smuggling for their roles in an international operation that led to the deaths of a family of Indian migrants who froze while trying to cross the Canada-U.S. border during a 2022 blizzard. Harshkumar Ramanlal Patel and Steve Shand each faced four charges related to human smuggling before being convicted on Friday. Patel is an Indian national. Shand is an American from Florida. They were arrested after the family froze while trying to cross the desolate border during a 2022 blizzard. Storm inundates Northern California with rain, heavy snow. Thousands remain in the dark in Seattle HEALDSBURG, Calif. (AP) — Heavy rain from a major storm prompted evacuations from communities near a Northern California river that forecasters say could break its banks Friday, as the storm keeps dumping heavy snow in the region's mountains where some ski resorts opened for the season. The storm reached the Pacific Northwest earlier this week, killing two people and knocking out power to hundreds of thousands before moving through Northern California, where several roads were closed due to flooding and strong winds toppled some trees. Forecasters are warning about the risk of flash flooding and rockslides in areas north of San Francisco as the region was inundated by this season’s strongest atmospheric river. Archaeologists discover 4,000-year-old canals used to fish by predecessors of ancient Maya WASHINGTON (AP) — Using drones and Google Earth imagery, archaeologists have discovered a 4,000-year-old network of earthen canals in what’s now Belize. The research published Friday in Science Advances shows that long before the ancient Maya built temples, their predecessors were already altering the landscape of Central America’s Yucatan peninsula. The ancient fish canals were used to channel and catch freshwater species such as catfish. These structures were used for around 1,000 years — including during the “formative” period when the Maya began to settle in permanent farming villages and a distinctive culture started to emerge. California case is the first confirmed bird flu infection in a US child Health officials are confirming bird flu in a California child — the first reported case in a U.S. minor. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced confirmatory test results on Friday. Officials say the child had mild symptoms, was treated with antiviral medication and is recovering. The child’s infection brings the reported number of U.S. bird flu cases this year to 55, including 29 in California. State officials have said the child lives in Alameda County, which includes Oakland, and attends day care, but released no other details. Giants release quarterback Daniel Jones just days after benching him EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — The Daniel Jones era in New York is over. The Giants quarterback was granted his release by the team just days after the franchise said it was benching him in favor of third-stringer Tommy DeVito. New York president John Mara said Jones approached the team about releasing him and the club obliged. Mara added he was “disappointed” at the quick dissolution of a once-promising relationship between Jones and the team. Giants coach Brian Daboll benched Jones in favor of DeVito following a loss to the Panthers in Germany that dropped New York's record to 2-8.CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett was in no mood to celebrate his birthday or making history. Garrett recorded two sacks to become the first NFL player with 14 sacks in four straight seasons, but the Cleveland Browns couldn't do anything on offense during a 20-3 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sunday. Garrett turned 29 and turned in another stellar performance in this dreadful season for the Browns (3-13), who had hoped to take another step after making the playoffs a year ago. But nothing has gone right in Cleveland, and now the team is facing another offseason of change. Garrett has 14 sacks this season and 102 1/2 in his eight-year career. He's making the case for a second consecutive NFL defensive player of the year honor. But there isn't any award that will ease the pain of his fourth double-digit loss season. “At the end of the day, we play for wins,” Garrett said. “The individual stuff is great. It's nice, you want to be remembered for all of the above. But cities remember you for wins and bringing championships back home. “That's always been my intention. So, I want to get back on track, want to get back to winning, whether it's the last one or whatever's in store next season.” Garrett recently made it clear that he does not want to be part of another rebuild in Cleveland, saying he wanted to see the team's plans to improve the roster. His comments opened the possibility that he could ask for a trade if he isn't satisfied with the Browns' outlook. After the Browns dropped their fifth in a row to finish 2-6 at home, Garrett said he never considered that it might be his last game in Cleveland. “I don't think about that kind of stuff,” he said. “My mission is to go out there and try to help this team win as a leader, as a brother, as a teammate. That's what I solely focus on. I'm not looking into the future. Next thing on my mind is recovery, looking at film, how can we improve going to the Ravens and try to play spoiler for them.” Garrett hasn't given up. For the second week in a row, he displayed extraordinary effort while chasing a scrambling quarterback without getting a sack. He won't quit. “He's the best pass rusher in the game,” Browns guard Joel Bitonio said. “You could ask all the players, all the coaches. He's probably the guy they fear going up against the most. He's dynamic. He's a special player. He's doing his thing. I hope we can get some stuff around him so he can win some games around here.” Garrett twice went into the medical tent during the game. He slowly walked to his locker to get dressed before turning on some music that brought a little life into an otherwise somber Cleveland locker room. Garrett laughed when asked if he's pushing himself to the end. “I'm just old,” he said. “I'm 29. I'm not going to be dragging myself through the finish line. I'll be fine by Friday, Saturday and be ready to go. I always am." AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL
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