6+ min ago (681+ words) If you're caught up on Stranger Things Season 5 (and if not, beware some minor spoilers), then you know one of the coolest moments is Vecna making his entrance into the real world. Our heroes spend most of the first four episodes trying to hunt him in the Upside Down, hoping to take the fight to the villain and end his bid for power. However, Vecna shows up and immediately begins wreaking havoc on military soldiers in a cool moment that had even cooler inspiration: the Duffer Brothers confirmed Vecna's entrance was inspired by Darth Vader's appearance at the very end of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. If you're caught up on Stranger Things Season 5 (and if not, beware some minor spoilers), then you know one of the coolest moments is Vecna making his entrance into the real world. Our…...

8+ min ago (54+ words) Verizon says it will cut 165 jobs across Washington state as part of a plan to eliminate 15,000 positions nationwide and convert 180 stores into franchises. Verizon says it will cut 165 jobs across Washington state as part of a plan to eliminate 15,000 positions nationwide and convert 180 stores into franchises....

15+ min ago (44+ words) Discover Memi's in Richmond's Fan District " serving authentic Egyptian flavors from falafel to mulukhiyah, as featured on Eat It, Virginia! Discover Memi's in Richmond's Fan District " serving authentic Egyptian flavors from falafel to mulukhiyah, as featured on Eat It, Virginia!...

38+ min ago (501+ words) Before the modern era of superhero fatigue, Avengers: Endgame established itself as one of the most successful films in Hollywood history. Among other achievements, it earned $79 million in its first day in China, a record that went unbeaten for many years. Now, though, Avengers: Endgame has been knocked off its throne by Zootopia 2, an animated sequel that earned more than $100 million in China in a single day. Before the modern era of superhero fatigue, Avengers: Endgame established itself as one of the most successful films in Hollywood history. Among other achievements, it earned $79 million in its first day in China, a record that went unbeaten for many years. However, the Marvel juggernaut's far East record just got shattered by Zootopia 2, which earned more than $100 million in its first day of release. Zootopia 2 Is The New Box Office King Now, though,…...

38+ min ago (630+ words) Our team of shopping editors has been tracking prices and researching Cyber Monday deals all weekend long " we can confirm that these are some big savings. Check out the top picks worth grabbing before they sell out. Add a new comfy sweatshirt to your rotation while this not-too-light, not-too-heavy Zella favorite is down to just $15. It comes in a wide range of colors, but muted green (shown here), brown, red and light pink are getting the deepest discounts. You can't go wrong gifting a cashmere sweater! They're warm, soft, luxe, and during Cyber Monday, you can nab one for just $60. Give it to someone this holiday season and they'll think you spent a lot more. It comes in 16 colors, including neutrals like gray or black, or bolder hues like red or yellow. Kate Spade for over half off? I'll get…...

41+ min ago (120+ words) (WBRE/WYOU) " Numerous counties in our area are now on a winter storm watch for Tuesday, pending extreme weather, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). The NWS has issued severe winter storm watches starting late Monday night through Thursday evening for the following counties: Accumulations of six inches or more are possible in these areas due to heavy snow, according to the NWS. The NWS advises that commuting on Tuesday could be hazardous and to take precautions, including delaying travel if possible. Take a look at the 28/22 News Interactive Radar If traveling, authorities advise drivers to take a winter storm kit and extra supplies. To stay up to date on the latest'weather alerts, use the'Eyewitness Interactive Radar....

41+ min ago (471+ words) You might have noticed that you don't really see commercials for microwaves, but why? Here's Reddit's take on why they're not really a thing these days. These days, microwaves are a staple kitchen appliance that most Americans use daily for everything from perfectly reheating food to whipping up freshly baked cookies anytime. However, despite the ubiquity of microwaves, you almost never see commercials for this convenient kitchen appliance. If the conspicuous lack of it has you questioning everything, never fear, because the internet has answers. According to Reddit, there are several logical explanations for the absence of microwave commercials in the United States. In a thread on the r/NoStupidQuestions subreddit, users suggested that the main reason you don't see microwave commercials is pretty simple: no one needs to be convinced to buy a microwave. As one commenter put it,…...

52+ min ago (474+ words) The lawmakers said they did not know whether last week's Washington Post report was true, and some Republicans were skeptical, but they said attacking survivors of an initial missile strike poses serious legal concerns. "This rises to the level of a war crime if it's true," said Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va. Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio, when asked about a follow-up strike aimed at people no long able to fight, said Congress does not have information that happened. He noted that leaders of the Armed Services Committee in both the House and Senate have opened investigations. "Obviously, if that occurred, that would be very serious and I agree that that would be an illegal act," Turner said. Turner said there are concerns in Congress about the attacks on vessels that the Trump administration says are transporting drugs, but the allegations regarding…...

59+ min ago (152+ words) Ukrainian authorities said Russian drones struck a high-rise apartment building in Vyshgorod, part of the Kyiv metropolitan area, in the early morning hours on November 30.Footage released by the State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SES) shows firefighting and rescue operations.The SES said fire engulfed six of the building's nine floors. One person was killed and at least 19 were injured, including four children. Rescuers evacuated 146 people. Credit: SES Ukraine via Storyful Ukrainian authorities said Russian drones struck a high-rise apartment building in Vyshgorod, part of the Kyiv metropolitan area, in the early morning hours on November 30. Footage released by the State Emergency Service of Ukraine (SES) shows firefighting and rescue operations. The SES said fire engulfed six of the building's nine floors. One person was killed and at least 19 were injured, including four children. Rescuers evacuated 146 people. Credit: SES Ukraine…...

1+ hour, 4+ min ago (870+ words) The 57-year-old former two-term president was sentenced last year to 45 years in U.S. prison for helping drug traffickers to safely move hundreds of tons of cocaine north through his country to the U.S. At the start of his trial in February 2024, a U.S. prosecutor said Hern'ndez had even boasted at a meeting with drug dealers that "together they were going to shove the drugs right up the noses of the gringos." Trump criticized his prosecution But Trump criticized Hern'ndez's prosecution, a wide-ranging case that also enveloped his brother during Trump's first term, saying Friday that people he respects told him Hern'ndez was "treated very harshly and unfairly." On Sunday, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine, D-Va., ranking member on the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere and a Hern'ndez critic while he was still president, called Trump's decision to pardon Hern'ndez "shocking." "He was…...