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‘The Muppet Show’ shares exclusive teaser for upcoming special

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

Fans of The Muppet Show are getting their first look at the show's upcoming special 50 years after its debut.A teaser for the upcoming special was released Wednesday. It shows Kermit the Frog turning on the lights in the massive... Read More.

Powerball jackpot surges to $1.25 billion ahead of Wednesday’s drawing

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A $1.25 billion Powerball jackpot prize is up for grabs Wednesday night, with a cash value of $572.1 million, after no winners were selected Monday.This is the game's sixth largest prize ever, according to Powerball. The largest prize ever was... Read More.

In brief: Simu Liu to make Broadway debut in ‘Oh, Mary!’ and more

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

The trailer for season 2 of The Artful Dodger has arrived. Hulu has released the official trailer for the new season of the Australian comedy-adventure series starring Thomas Brodie-Sangster, David Thewlis and Maia Mitchell. The show returns on Feb. 10... Read More.

Alleged Bondi Beach gunman charged with 15 counts of murder, police say

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

(SYDNEY) -- The 24-year-old man who allegedly opened fire alongside his father on a Jewish gathering at Australia's Bondi Beach has been charged with committing a terrorist act, 15 counts of murder and dozens of other offenses, the New South Wales Police said on... Read More.

US economy flashes warning signs in new data, some analysts say

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

(WASHINGTON) -- The federal government released two major economic reports this week, easing a backlog of data pent up by the 43-day government shutdown.The data flashed some warning signs, showing the unemployment rate had ticked up to its highest level in four years and... Read More.

How a young Texas mom was killed in a brutal ambush outside her workplace

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- When Alyssa Burkett arrived at her Texas workplace one fall morning in 2020, the 24-year-old mother of one didn't know a deadly plan against her was already unfolding.On the morning of Oct. 2 that year, Burkett pulled into the parking lot... Read More.

Rick Ross rediscovers creative spark in upcoming book ‘The Renaissance of a Boss’

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

Rick Ross chronicles his revival as "the biggest boss that you seen thus far" in an upcoming book titled The Renaissance of a Boss.According to its synopsis, the book follows Ross as he rediscovers his creative spark after finding himself... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 12/16/25

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Tuesday's sports events:NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATIONSpurs 113, Knicks 124NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUEMammoth 1, Bruins 4Blackhawks 2, Maple Leafs 3Flyers 4, Canadiens 1Islanders 2, Red Wings 3Canucks 3, Rangers 0Ducks 3, Blue Jackets 4Oilers 6, Penguins 4Capitals 0, Wild... Read More.

Brett Young’s Christmas gift-giving dilemma

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

As the hustle and bustle of the Christmas season consumes many of us these days, take comfort from Brett Young.Even he has trouble finding that perfect gift, which is complicated by the fact that his wife, Taylor Mills Young, is so good at it.... Read More.

Van Morrison, Stevie Van Zandt & more set for concert celebrating Taj Mahal

Wednesday, December 17 by ABC News

Van Morrison, E Street Band guitarist Stevie Van Zandt, George Thorogood and Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' Mike Campbell are among the artists set to perform at an upcoming benefit concert celebrating the career of blues musician Taj Mahal.The concert, taking place Feb. 21... Read More.

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‘The Muppet Show’ shares exclusive teaser for upcoming special

Powerball jackpot surges to $1.25 billion ahead of Wednesday’s drawing

In brief: Simu Liu to make Broadway debut in ‘Oh, Mary!’ and more

Alleged Bondi Beach gunman charged with 15 counts of murder, police say

US economy flashes warning signs in new data, some analysts say

How a young Texas mom was killed in a brutal ambush outside her workplace

Rick Ross rediscovers creative spark in upcoming book ‘The Renaissance of a Boss’

Scoreboard roundup — 12/16/25

Brett Young’s Christmas gift-giving dilemma

Van Morrison, Stevie Van Zandt & more set for concert celebrating Taj Mahal

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