This news roundup covers a variety of topics, including Americans' growing disinterest in political news, a massive Chinese espionage campaign targeting telecoms companies, and other significant events.
Americans are exhausted by political news. TV ratings and a new AP-NORC poll show they're tuning out. A 9th telecoms firm has been hit by a massive Chinese espionage campaign, the White House says. Netflix's 'Missing You' lands in time for New Year binge watch. Stock market today: Wall Street slips as the 'Magnificent 7' weighs down the market. NASA's Parker Solar Probe survives close brush with the sun's scorching surface. Musk helped kill a congressional spending bill.
But much of what he spread was misinformation. How to kick back, relax and embrace a less-than-perfect holiday. Working Well: When holidays present rude customers, taking breaks and the high road preserve peace. AP News Alerts From destruction to deadly heat, Associated Press photographers capture climate change in 2024. Bird flu virus likely mutated within a Louisiana patient, CDC says. In states that ban abortion, social safety net programs often fail families. An online debate over foreign workers in tech shows tensions in Trump's political coalition. Final crystal triangles installed on Times Square ball ahead of New Year's Eve. Why this Mexican American woman played a vital role in the US sacramental peyote trade. El cambio climático añadió 41 días de calor extremo en todo el mundo en 2024. Acusan formalmente al responsable de quemar viva a una mujer en el metro de Nueva York. Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard (13) throws before the first half in the first round of the College Football Playoff against Indiana, Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, in South Bend, Ind. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings). Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton (14) passes in the pocket against Texas during the second half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart). Notre Dame defenders stop Indiana running back Justice Ellison (6) during the first half in the first round of the NCAA College Football Playoff, Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, in South Bend, Ind
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