Three American individuals were set free in a recent prisoner exchange with China.

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is holding, bringing an end to the fighting between the two. Additionally, a North Carolina chef prepared Thanksgiving dinner for over 5,000 people, spreading some good news during the holiday season. Concerns are rising about the growing number of respiratory illnesses, while rough weather is causing flight delays and cancellations in the middle of the country. Three Americans were released from China in a rare prisoner swap, with the U.S. turning over two Chinese nationals in return. The Biden administration has called for Medicare and Medicaid to cover drugs used for weight loss, as thieves target cars parked at airports and businesses scramble due to Trump’s tariff plan. Special counsel is dropping federal charges against Trump, while confirmation fights loom after Trump picks his cabinet. First Lady Jill Biden welcomed a Christmas tree from hurricane-ravaged North Carolina, and a judge delayed a resentencing hearing for the Menendez brothers. There are also new warnings about A.I.-generated video deep fakes. These updates highlight various events and news happening globally.

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