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On This Day, Dec. 22, 2014: Joe Cocker dies at age 70

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

On This Day, Dec. 22, 2014 ...British singer Joe Cocker died of lung cancer in Colorado at the age of 70.Known for his raspy voice and expressive body movements while performing, Cocker first gained commercial success thanks to his soulful cover of The Beatles'... Read More.

Yes, Benson Boone approves of ‘SNL’ poking fun at him

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

You know you're famous when Saturday Night Live makes fun of you - at least, that's Benson Boone's attitude toward being skewered in the Dec. 20 episode of the show.The episode, hosted by Ariana Grande, featured a sketch called Random Duet Christmas Spectacular, in... Read More.

Taylor Swift’s #1 again; director grateful she okayed song use in ‘The Housemaid’

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl has now collected a nice round number of weeks at #1: It's been on top for a total of 10, non-consecutively. According to Billboard, the album got an 18% sales boost thanks to... Read More.

Swimmer missing after possible shark attack in California, search ongoing

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

(MONTEREY, Calif) -- A search is ongoing in California for a missing swimmer who may have been attacked by a shark, officials said.The swimmer was reported missing just after noon on Sunday at Lovers Point in Pacific Grove in Monterey Bay, according to a... Read More.

Epstein’s alleged victims accuse DOJ of legal violations over state of files released

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- A group of alleged victims of Jeffrey Epstein accused the Department of Justice of missteps, including violations of the law, in its partial release of files related to the disgraced financier's abuse of young women and girls. The DOJ faced... Read More.

Holiday travel forecast: When to fly, drive this Christmas and New Year’s

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- This Christmas and New Year's holiday period is expected to be the busiest on record.More than 122 million people are expected to travel between Dec. 20 and Jan. 1 -- a 2.2% jump from last year's record high of 119.7 million... Read More.

In brief: ‘The Breadwinner’ trailer and more

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

If you haven't watched the movie Bugonia yet, you'll have an opportunity to do it at home very soon. The Yorgos Lanthimos-directed film arrives on Peacock for its streaming debut on Dec. 26. Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons star in the psychological thriller that's... Read More.

1 dead in Redding as dangerous rain, flooding threaten parts of Northern California

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

(LOS ANGELES) -- Heavy rain and dangerous flooding left one person dead in Redding, California, the mayor announced on Sunday.It comes as flood watches are in effect for more than 30 million across California due to the threat of heavy rain and flash flooding... Read More.

Scoreboard roundup — 12/21/25

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Here are the scores from Sunday's sports events:NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUEBills 23, Browns 20Chargers 34, Cowboys 17Chiefs 9, Titans 26Bengals 45, Dolphins 21Jets 6, Saints 29Vikings 16, Giants 13Buccaneers 20, Panthers 23Jaguars 34, Broncos 20Falcons 26, Cardinals 19Steelers 29, Lions 24Raiders 21,... Read More.

Dramatic video captures accused shoplifter allegedly pulling a gun on Ohio police officer

Monday, December 22 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Dramatic police body-camera video released by officials captured the moment an accused shoplifter allegedly pulled a handgun on a police officer inside a Canton, Ohio, Walmart before he was tackled by a store employee.The incident unfolded on Thursday after the suspect,... Read More.

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Author: ABC News

On This Day, Dec. 22, 2014: Joe Cocker dies at age 70

Yes, Benson Boone approves of ‘SNL’ poking fun at him

Taylor Swift’s #1 again; director grateful she okayed song use in ‘The Housemaid’

Swimmer missing after possible shark attack in California, search ongoing

Epstein’s alleged victims accuse DOJ of legal violations over state of files released

Holiday travel forecast: When to fly, drive this Christmas and New Year’s

In brief: ‘The Breadwinner’ trailer and more

1 dead in Redding as dangerous rain, flooding threaten parts of Northern California

Scoreboard roundup — 12/21/25

Dramatic video captures accused shoplifter allegedly pulling a gun on Ohio police officer

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