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Delaware Eagles fans kick off playoff game with grilled cookies and running play chants, setting the stage for potential playoff magic against the Bears.

Avatar: Fire and Ash dominates box office, earning $342M domestically and $1B globally; Primate debuts at 2; The Housemaid secures sequel; Zootopia two shows staying power; box office up 23% from last year; Golden Globe nominations for Avatar and Marty Supreme; Hollywood gears up for upcoming blockbusters.

Former President Donald Trumps portrait at the Smithsonians National Portrait Gallery has been altered, with his impeachment mentions removed. This makes him the only president in the American Presidents exhibit without extended wall text. The change comes amidst Trumps accusations of Smithsonian bias and his administrations push for a review of exhibits, raising questions about the narrative of history in public spaces.

Aleppo residents cautiously return to Sheikh Maqsoud after five days of intense clashes between government forces and Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces. First responders work to clear rubble and disarm mines, as the neighborhood remains tense following the worst violence since Assads overthrow in 2024. At least 23 killed and 140,000 displaced, with Kurdish fighters retreating to northeastern Syria, vowing to continue resistance.

Discover the Brain Health Habit Builder, a free online tool from the Alzheimer’s Association, based on U.S. POINTER study research. This quick assessment helps you evaluate daily habits and create personalized plans for lifelong brain health. Its a game-changer for those concerned about memory or Alzheimer’s, turning complex science into simple steps. The tool is part of a larger resource lineup, with more programs on the way to boost brain health education and community events in Delaware.

Extreme Cold Halts Travel Across Europe: Thousands Stranded in Finland as Temperatures Plummet to Record Lows

Hamas to Dissolve Current Government, U.S.-Brokered Peace Plan Unfolds: Despite ongoing tensions, Hamas announces plans to dissolve its current government in Gaza, following the U.S.-brokered peace plan. A new technocratic leadership committee is set to take over, with the Board of Peace, led by Trump, overseeing the transition. However, the committees composition remains unclear, and Israels approval is uncertain. Meanwhile, tensions escalate with reports of three more deaths in Gaza and over four hundred Palestinians killed in post-ceasefire strikes. Hamas plans meetings this week with other Palestinian factions to finalize the committee, while Israel reaffirms its commitment to the deal. An Israeli scandal adds to the complexity, with police questioning a top Netanyahu aide over a leaked military document.

Following a tragic shooting at the Delaware Motor Vehicle Division office in Wilmington on December 23, 2025, the site remains closed through January 12. The incident claimed the life of Delaware State Police Corporal Matthew Ty Snook and injured others. Snook, a hero, pushed a DMV worker out of harms way before being fatally shot. Thousands attended his funeral, and a Help a Hero fundraiser for his family is nearing its goal. With the Wilmington DMV closed, New Castle County residents should visit the Delaware City location, but expect longer lines. Online services are recommended to avoid crowds while the investigation continues.