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Paleontologists say they found a fully intact mastodon jaw in a New York resident's backyard on Tuesday, Dec. 17. New York State Museum

Fully intact mastodon jaw found in New York resident’s backyard

Grubhub agreed to pay a $25 million settlement on accusations that it tricked users, delivery drivers and restaurants. Getty Images

GrubHub agrees to $25m settlement for ‘deceptive’ practices

Disney has removed a transgender storyline from an episode of its upcoming new Disney+ show. Getty Images

Disney pulls transgender storyline from upcoming Pixar series

“Dirty Dancing” is among 25 films selected Tuesday, Dec. 17 for the Library of Congress National Film Registry Getty Images

‘Dirty Dancing,’ ‘Spy Kids’ among 25 films named to National Film Registry

A Manhattan grand jury indicted Luigi Mangione for first-degree murder as an act of terrorism in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg called the attack “a frightening, well-planned, targeted murder intended to cause shock and intimidation.” Getty Images

Luigi Mangione charged with first-degree murder as an act of terrorism

Congressional leaders unveil a stopgap bill to fund the government until March. Getty Images

Congress unveils stopgap bill to avert shutdown

Discover the Smart Shooter SMASH 2000L and SMASH Hopper, advanced fire control systems enhancing military accuracy and target engagement. SAN

New weapon system aims to make every shot count: Weapon of the Week

This week on Weapons and Warfare, Ryan Robertson explores the U.S. Navy's use of Boeing's Extra Large Unmanned Underwater Vehicle, the Orca. SAN

The new submersible redefining the US Navy’s operations: Weapons and Warfare

This autonomous platform, built by Boeing for the Navy, is a first-of-its-kind vehicle capable of serving in a wide range of mission types. Boeing

Boeing’s Orca, the next evolution in submarine warfare?

The FTC's rule banning hidden fees for hotels and live events may be Biden's final shot at junk fees, but will the rule survive? Getty Images

FTC bans ‘bait-and-switch’ junk fees in hotels, rentals, ticket sales

Both sides of the media are covering Trump's lawsuit over an Iowa poll in different ways, learn about the coverage in this Bias Breakdown™. Getty Images

Media reacts to Trump’s lawsuit over flawed Iowa poll: Bias Breakdown

The U.S. Bureau of Prisons announced it has agreed to a nearly $116M settlement with sexual abuse victims at a California women's prison. AP Images

US to payout nearly $116M to victims of sexual abuse at Calif. prison

Walmart is testing out employees wearing body cameras to create a safer environment as holiday shopping reaches its peak. Getty Images

Walmart employees to wear body cameras to create ‘safer environment’

A Tennessee Republican lawmaker proposes a bill to send undocumented migrants charged with minor crimes to sanctuary cities. Reuters

Tenn. bill would send undocumented migrants to sanctuary cities

California lawmakers introduce bills that would prevent local law enforcement from cooperating with ICE agents near or on school campuses. Getty Images

Calif. lawmakers introduce bills to prevent ICE actions within 1 mile of schools

Inmates at prison in Pennsylvania, say their constitutional rights were violated as prison officials deprived them of basic necessities. AP Images

Pennsylvania prison accused of abusing inmates by depriving them of basic rights

Amazon is adding to its major Midwest technology hub investment while helping to shape the future of artificial intelligence. Getty Images

Amazon invests $10 billion in Ohio data centers to drive AI evolution

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, one American symbol is finally getting its official due: the bald eagle. Getty Images

Congress votes to officially make bald eagle the US national bird

A judge dismissed a California lawsuit attempting to stop Huntington Beach's voter ID mandate. AP Images

Huntington Beach gets Calif. lawsuit against its voter ID law dismissed

Democratic senators want to abolish electoral college, push to amend constitution Getty Images

Democratic senators want to amend Constitution to abolish Electoral College

A judge has allowed Derek Chauvin's defense team to examine George Floyd’s autopsy, heart tissue and fluids in his appeal. Reuters

Judge rules Chauvin’s defense may examine George Floyd’s autopsy

The VA will study the effects of psychedelics on veterans with PTSD. Getty Images

VA funding its first study of psychedelic treatment for PTSD

Just 35% of Americans trust in the judicial system and courts, putting it well below the average of other highly developed countries. Getty Images

Americans’ trust in courts hits record low: Gallup poll

As Trump's tariff threats loom, the Canadian government is vowing to spend more than $1 billion on the country's border security. Getty Images

Canada to spend over $1 billion on border security as Trump tariffs loom