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José Antonio Kast, a far-right politician, who has praised Chile's dictatorship, has won the presidency, signaling a sharp rightward shift fueled by fears over crime, migration, and the economy.

Kick-off the holiday season with La Valencia’s festive tree lighting tradition. Guests will enjoy cookie decorating, writing letters to Santa, a performance by UC San Diego’s Madrigal Singers chorus, and more while counting down to the tree lighting at 6 p.m. For those looking to make the evening even more special, dining reservations are strongly encouraged through OpenTable for seating in the Mediterranean Room and the Ocean View Terrace. The event is complimentary and open to the public. La Valencia on Instagram

Officials said the error is likely too minute for the general public to clock it, but it could affect applications such as critical infrastructure, telecommunications and GPS signals.

The FBI on Wednesday executed a search warrant at the election center in Georgia's Fulton County, seeking ballots and other records from the 2020 election.

Researchers retrieved reef monitoring devices that had been placed in deep coral reefs in Guam. The devices were placed up to 330 feet below the surface.

Urban Plates is a fast-casual, chef-driven restaurant, with locations throughout California, it offers family-style catering and ready-to-eat options to make your holiday planning effortless. Pre-order by December 21 for pick-up on December 23 or 24. Family-Style Takeaway: Holiday Strip Loin Roast Family Meal (Serves 6–8 — $239) Includes: - Slow-Roasted Strip Loin Roast (free from added hormones and antibiotics) - Mashed Potatoes and Gravy - Bordelaise Sauce - Creamy Horseradish - Choice of Two Sides: Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Rainbow Carrots & Golden Beets, Herb Roasted Marble Potatoes, Macaroni & Cheese, or Garlic Parmesan Roasted Mushrooms - Sliced Artisan Bread Holiday 3-Course Family Meal (To-Go Only, Serves 4) Perfect for smaller gatherings or last-minute celebrations, this hot, ready-to-eat meal is available with your choice of Chicken ($89), Steak ($99), or Salmon ($99). Each entrée comes with: - Starter Salad - Two Family-Style Sides - Four Cookies for Dessert Everything is freshly cooked and packaged hot for immediate enjoyment just unwrap and serve! Desserts: Whole desserts, including Apple Pie and Chocolate Vanilla Layer Cake, are available à la carte for pick-up on December 24. Full dessert orders must be placed 24 hours in advance. Place your orders at urbanplates.com/holidays to make this holiday season easier and more delicious. Urban Plates on Facebook / Instagram

Far-Flung Postcards is a weekly series in which NPR's international team shares moments from their lives and work around the world.

Ring in 2026 in unparalleled style at this 21+ black-tie party. Enjoy a glamorous cocktail hour, a delicious three-course plated dinner and welcome the New Year with a dramatic balloon drop and midnight champagne toast. Visit: https://europavillagewinery.ticketspice.com/old-hollywood-glam-a-new-years-eve-celebration-december-31-2025 Europa Village Wineries & Resort on Instagram and Facebook

During his first Christmas Day message, Pope Leo XIV highlighted the suffering in Gaza, Yemen and among migrants, and called for peace in troubled regions like Lebanon, Ukraine and Syria.

Freedom Dogs gives veterans and active military members a lifeline through service animals. But a delay in federal funding could force the organization to cut its program in half.