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The United States is immediately deploying about 750 soldiers to the Middle East in response to the violent protests at the U.S. Embassy in Iraq, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said on Tuesday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Qe9dWQ

Iran denied it was behind violent protests at the U.S. embassy in Iraq on Tuesday and warned against any retaliation, after President Donald Trump blamed Tehran for an attack on the mission and said it would be held responsible. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2MIeILq

An increasing number of older people are turning to dating apps for mature people, in a quest for love. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36dW9q9

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Seattle public schools to exclude unvaccinated students after winter break NYU Langone Medical Center associate professor Dr. Devi Nampiaparampil weighs in on Seattle's vaccine law.

Alex Trebek admits to feeling bouts of depression amid cancer battle 'Jeopardy!' host opens up about battle with cancer; Claudia Cowan reports.

FDA approves drug for treating pancreatic cancer Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel on how the new medication can help battle advanced stage pancreatic cancer.

New research suggests most people still want to book package holidays despite what happened after the collapse of Thomas Cook. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2rIc40I

Matt Lauer dating marketing executive Shamin Abas: report Matt Lauer is moving on.

Britney Spears dances with sister Jamie Lynn, nieces in sweet video Britney Spears is ringing in the New Year by dancing with her nieces and her sister, Jamie Lynn.

Robert Durst wrote note about location of friend's body in 2000, defense admits Lawyers for Robert Durst, the New York real estate heir dogged by accusations that he killed his first wife decades ago, admitted he wrote a note tipping off police to the location of a friend he is also accused of killing. 

Lily Tomlin says Jane Fonda is 'a real toughie' following arrests Lily Tomlin has a deep respect for her "Grace and Frankie" co-star Jane Fonda.

Meghan Markle, Prince Harry share delightful photo of baby Archie ahead of the new year Meghan Markle and Prince Harry gave the world a treat on Tuesday, sharing a new, unseen image of their son, baby Archie as they looked back on the year past.

Steve Harvey and Maria Menounos host 'Fox's New Year's Eve' Stars and musical guests ring in 2020 with Maria and Steve live from Times Square in New York City.

Jessica Simpson and Ashlee Simpson Ross enjoy ski vacation with husbands Jessica Simpson and her sister Ashlee Simpson Ross are enjoying a couple's vacation with their respective husbands.

‘Transformers’ star Josh Duhamel to be paid $175G as the face of North Dakota after contract extension North Dakota will again enlist the help of Hollywood actor Josh Duhamel to help promote tourism in his home state.

Madonna brings beau Ahlamalik Williams, 25, on last family vacation of 2019: ‘We continue to swim with sharks’ Madonna continues to swing for the fences in the romance department and it seems this time she’s going into the new year with a new beau.

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U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said on Tuesday he hoped North Korea would choose peace over war, a response to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un saying would introduce a "new strategic weapon" in the near future. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2SG2o1W

Protesters angry about U.S. air strikes on Iraq hurled stones and torched a security post at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad on Tuesday, setting off a confrontation with guards and posing a new challenge for U.S. President Donald Trump. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/36fVtQS

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Pending home sales rise 1.2 percent in November Home sales rebound from October decline; Fox Biz Flash: 12/30.

Armed parishioner kills gunman at Texas church Good guy with a gun praised for stopping shooting; reaction and analysis on 'The Five.'

Ohio doctor charged with fentanyl-overdose murders of 25 patients sues hospital, claiming defamation A critical-care doctor in Ohio accused of ordering overdoses of the opioid painkiller fentanyl in the deaths of 25 hospital patients has sued his former employer for defamation, according to a report.

The government says it will boost pay by more than four times the rate of inflation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SIsGR5

Pompeo: US strikes on Iranian-backed militia a 'defensive action' Strikes renew concerns of escalating tensions in Iran; Kevin Corke reports.

Sudan sentences at least 27 to death for torturing, killing detained protester A Sudanese court sentenced at least 27 members of the country's intelligence service to death by hanging for the torture and death of a protester during demonstrations against then-President Omar al-Bashir.

US blames Iranian-backed militia for attack that killed American contractor Retired Lt. Gen. Jerry Boykin reacts to U.S. airstrikes against Iranian-backed militia.

China sentences Christian pastor to 9 years in prison A well-known Christian pastor in China who operated outside the state’s legally recognized protestant organization was sentenced Monday to nine years in prison.

Romanian woman dies after being set on fire during surgery A Romanian woman with pancreatic cancer has died after she was apparently set on fire last week during a surgery procedure, according to reports. 

Taliban claim responsibility for deadly attack in Afghanistan after agreeing to temporary cease-fire The Taliban have claimed responsibility for a pre-dawn attack on a pro-government militia compound that killed at least 14 people in Afghanistan; Benjamin Hall reports from London.

Will US airstrikes against Hezbollah in Iraq and Syria deter Iran? The U.S. targets Iran-backed militia after a rocket strike kills a U.S. contractor and injures four American soldiers.

British teen could face prison after Cyprus court finds her guilty of lying about gang rape claim A 19-year-old woman was convicted on a charge of causing public mischief after prosecutors proved she lied about being gang raped in the Cyprus resort town, Ayia Napa. The young teen could serve a year in prison. Her sentencing is scheduled for early January.

Mexican cartel violence, Notre Dame up in flames and Justin Trudeau blackface scandal: World in review 2019 There was no shortage of news from around the world that captivated headlines in 2019.

Moscow brings in fake snow in time for New Year festivities after record-breaking warm December It's finally starting to look like winter in the Russian capital after authorities dumped artificial snow in the center of Moscow in time for New Year's Eve festivities. 

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