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“New Era” Passport Redesign, Swearing-In Quran Spat, Trump Halts National Guard Deployment Plans, Philly Rings in 2026 With Mummers/Fireworks and Deep Cold, Light-Drinking Heart Debate Rekindled, and Two Murder Cases—Plus a Velvet Coat Trying to Be Relevant
Labour confirms major British passport redesign as ministers welcome a "new era"
A redesigned UK passport has come into effect, marking the first full overhaul in five years. The cover now features King Charles’s insignia, and the Home Office says the document adds upgraded anti-forgery security features such as holographic and translucent elements. Around 300 of the new passports are already in circulation, with a wider rollout planned as existing stock is replaced. Interior pages highlight UNESCO-linked landscapes across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, while current passports remain valid until their expiry date.
Tuberville criticizes Mamdani for using the Quran at his swearing-in
Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama criticized incoming New York mayor Zohran Mamdani for choosing to be sworn in with the Quran. In a post on X, Tuberville wrote, “The enemy is inside the gates,” and shared a screenshot referencing coverage of Mamdani’s decision.
Versatile velvet coat suitable for evenings out or casual wear with jeans
A simple, flattering velvet coat designed to work for a dressy evening out or styled casually with jeans.
2026 Mummers Parade: Key Information
Philadelphia will ring in the New Year with the 2026 Mummers Parade, celebrating its 125th year. The long-running holiday tradition was recently named the best parade in the nation and is set to begin at 9.
Trump pauses plans to deploy the National Guard in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Portland
President Donald Trump said he is, for now, ending his push to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland, Oregon, after legal challenges stalled the effort.
Man Charged With Fatally Shooting His Brother After an Argument in Philadelphia’s Eastwick Neighborhood
Police say two brothers argued over money in Philadelphia’s Eastwick neighborhood on Wednesday night, and the dispute ended when one brother allegedly shot the other, killing him.
Philadelphia Holds Its First Free New Year’s Eve Concert and Fireworks on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia hosted its first-ever free New Year’s Eve concert and fireworks show on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, drawing hundreds of people on Wednesday night.
Mummers to Hold 125th New Year’s Day Parade in Philadelphia
Crowds are expected to line Broad Street in Philadelphia on Thursday morning for the 125th Mummers Parade, continuing the city’s long-running New Year’s Day tradition.
American Heart Association Review Reopens Debate Over Whether Light Drinking Benefits Heart Health
The American Heart Association has sparked renewed controversy with a scientific review in Circulation suggesting that light alcohol consumption—about one to two drinks a day—poses no added risk for coronary disease, stroke, sudden death and possibly heart failure, and may even lower risk. Public health groups and many physicians dispute the conclusion, citing recent research linking even modest drinking to cardiovascular harm and cancer risk, and noting conflicts with CDC guidance and the association’s own messaging that prefers limited or no alcohol. Critics also accuse the review of selective use of evidence and raise concerns about an author’s past ties to the alcohol industry, while the association says the paper was not intended as clinical guidance and its patient advice has not changed.
AccuWeather reports continued cold weather to start 2026 in the Philadelphia area
AccuWeather says the Philadelphia region will begin 2026 with a continued cold pattern, with winds strengthening again on New Year’s Day and making conditions feel even colder.
Prominent California Farmer Pleads Not Guilty to Murder Charge in Arizona Shooting of Estranged Wife
A prominent California farmer has pleaded not guilty to a murder charge stemming from the fatal shooting of his estranged wife at her home in Arizona.
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