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US News Today Live: Syrian government loses Aleppo after lightning rebel offensive
- Syrian government forces lost control of Aleppo for the first time in the ongoing civil war after an Islamist-led rebel alliance launched a successful offensive. The battle, which has resulted in over 370 deaths, highlighted the weakening of the Assad regime despite support from Russia and Iran.
US News Today Live: OTT releases in the US for December 1: The Agency, The Christmas Quest, The Finnish Line and more
- December 1, 2024, offers The Agency on Paramount+ SHOWTIME, a political drama starring Michael Fassbender, and holiday movies like The Christmas Quest, The Finnish Line, and Make or Bake Christmas, blending adventure and festive romance.
US News Today Live: Cyber Monday 2024: Major retailers kick off early sales ahead of December 2 event
- Cyber Monday 2024, on December 2, promises major discounts from top retailers, with early deals already available on tech, appliances, toys, and more. Originally an online event, Cyber Monday now includes both online and in-store deals. Extended sales make it as appealing as Black Friday.
US News Today Live: Americans spent $10.8 billion online on Black Friday, a 10.2% YoY increase
- The $10.8 billion spent online in the US on Black Friday reflects the continued shift toward digital shopping, with consumers increasingly seeking the convenience and range of deals offered on various platforms.
US News Today Live: Turkey frying mishap on Thanksgiving Day led to massive mansion fire in Connecticut
- A fire at a mansion in Connecticut, US, on Thanksgiving Day likely caused by turkey frying, caused extensive damage and made the house uninhabitable. No injuries were reported, and the family is receiving Red Cross help. The fire took more than 16 hours to contain, and cause is under investigation.
US News Today Live: Donald Trump picks Charles Kushner, father of his son-in-law, as US Ambassador to France despite controversial past
- US President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Charles Kushner, father of his son-in-law Jared Kushner, as US ambassador to France. Kushner’s 2005 conviction for tax evasion and witness tampering led to a two-year prison sentence. Pardoned by Trump in 2020, the nomination has stirred controversy.
US News Today Live: Meghan Markle's big 2025 comeback with two major projects—Find out what's coming
- Meghan Markle will return to the spotlight in early 2025 with a Netflix series on cooking, gardening, and entertaining, along with the launch of her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. After months of preparation, 2025 is set to be a pivotal year for the Duchess.
US News Today Live: Who is Kash Patel? 10 things to know about Donald Trump's pick to lead FBI who also supported Ram Mandir
- Donald Trump has appointed Kash Patel as FBI head, a move expected to overhaul the agency and initiate a contentious Senate confirmation battle. A Trump loyalist, Patel aims to reshape the FBI's mission and has previously criticized government officials and journalists.
US News Today Live: Donald Trump taps Kashyap ‘Kash’ Patel for FBI director replacing Christopher Wray
- President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Kash Patel as FBI director, aiming to overhaul the agency and eliminate perceived conspirators. Kash Patel's controversial views may face challenges in Senate confirmation.
US News Today Live: Queer movie: When will it be available on OTT streaming platform?
- Queer, the provocative new film directed by Luca Guadagnino and based on William S. Burroughs' novel, is currently not available for streaming on any OTT platform. While it’s enjoying a theatrical release through, movie lovers eager to watch it from home will need to wait for its digital debut.
US News Today Live: Bridgerton Season 4: Here's what we know about the release date of the highly anticipated OTT series
- Bridgerton fans will have to wait until 2026 for season 4, with filming scheduled to wrap in April 2025. The show’s production cycle takes about two years, including time for filming, editing, and dubbing. Season 4 will adapt either Benedict’s story or Eloise’s romance from the books.
US News Today Live: Jamie Dimon engages in policy talks with Donald Trump via secret back channels: Report
- JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has been privately advising President-elect Donald Trump on economic policies through back channels, according to a report. The report also said citing sources close to Trump’s team as revealing that Dimon participated in discussions on taxes, trade, and spending.
US News Today Live: OTT releases in first week of December 2024 in US: The Only Girl in the Orchestra, Churchill at War, Fly Me to the Moon
- The first week of December 2024 features diverse OTT releases in the US. Netflix releases Fortune Feimster: Crushing It, The Only Girl in the Orchestra, Churchill at War, and Jentry Chau vs. The Underworld. Other releases include Biggest Heist Ever, Apple TV+’s Fly Me to the Moon, and more.