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Fact Check: Trump claimed tax bill provides $3.2 trillion in tax cuts, but it’s actually less than half that
It actually totals about $1.5 trillion in tax cuts for all taxpayers, including corporations.
How this dad blew it but Warriors’ Draymond Green saved Christmas
A mistake by Tennessean sports columnist Joe Rexrode ends up resulting in unforgettable father-son trip
Gifted young pianist spreads holiday cheer
An 8-year-old boy in Rhode Island who studies music at the prestigious Berklee School of Music brightens the holiday mood by sharing his musical gifts with seniors. (Dec. 22)
Some Puerto Ricans ‘feel guilty’ celebrating Christmas as so many on island go without
The price of imported trees has tripled to about $150 — out of reach for many middle-class residents.
Eating salads daily could keep your brain younger and slow memory decline, study says
“Adding a daily serving of green, leafy vegetables to your diet may be a simple way to foster your brain health,” said Martha Clare Morris.
Dermot Mulroney plays in front of – and behind- the camera
When Dermot Mulroney isn’t playing opposite actresses like Julia Roberts, Elisabeth Shue and Sarah Jessica Parker, there’s a good chance he’ll be performing somewhere off camera. Most likely, he’s playing a cello. (Dec. 22)
Love triangle? California cop charged with murder after killing man 4 years ago
Initially, the district attorney’s office believed Oscar Rodriguez’s version of the on-the-job killing but reopened the case a year and a half later.
Make believe with the stars
Josh Groban, Lena Hall and Bryan Terrell Clark reflect on playing make believe as kids. (Dec. 22)
Princess Michael of Kent apologizes for wearing ‘racist’ brooch in front of Meghan Markle
Princess Michael of Kent, who is married to the queen’s first cousin, was criticized for wearing ablackamoor brooch in front of Meghan Markle.