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The crew on the International Space Station took the "mannequin challenge" to the next level this week. On Thursday, the astronauts released a video in which they appear to have frozen while floating in mid-air. (Dec. 30) AP
The UK's Chester Zoo just welcomed a rare Rothschild giraffe calf. Sean Dowling (@seandowlingtv) has more. Buzz60
Forty inches of snow is no joke, but Samantha Walz's husband found a way to have fun clearing their Bismarck, North Dakota driveway. USA TODAY NETWORK
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Carrie Fisher's brother, Todd Fisher, and daughter, Billie Lourd, are planning a joint funeral for the Hollywood legends, who died just one day apart. USA TODAY NETWORK
M&M;'s just released new bite-sized flavors for the new year. Buzz60's Djenane Beaulieu (@djenanebeaulieu) has the story. Buzz60
Most women neglect strength training, but those who do it have lower risks of serious diseases Time
After 832 days in foster care with three different families, a 3-year-old Arizona boy had his biggest wish fulfilled just before Christmas, and the results are going viral Time
More than 100,000 people are without power and the roads are a slippery, dangerous mess in New England. Residents braced for a foot of snow, with twice that amount possible in some spots.
A tribute to the iconic world leaders, athletes and celebrities who passed away in 2016. USA TODAY NETWORK
Rescuers from the White Lake, Michigan Fire Authority saved a dog who had fallen through a frozen lake on Wednesday. A police officer captured the rescue on video. (Dec. 29) AP
Alabama Coach Nick Saban has made a lasting impact on his players. Some of them try their best Saban impersonations at Peach Bowl media day. USA TODAY Sports
The struggle was real back in the day. Young people have no idea. Wochit-All
Here's why we can't get The Chainsmokers' song "Closer," featuring Halsey, out of our heads or the Billboard charts. USA TODAY
A Nigerian teen had the best Christmas ever when he got an unexpected gift. USA TODAY NETWORK
The NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory says a comet may be visible as people welcome in 2017 on Saturday. If you miss it, don't worry! Several comets are expected to be visible throughout the year.
The season's hottest holiday toy isn't working properly according to thousands of parents. Sean Dowling (@seandowlingtv) has more. Buzz60
What started as feeding one innocent raccoon turned into a nightly ritual for an entire raccoon family. USA TODAY NETWORK
A man is attacked by a cat after enthusiastically opening up his Christmas present Time
Officer Matt Sulek showed off his moves at a holiday party for The Boys and Girls Club of New Britain, Connecticut. Watch the looks on the kids' faces. USA TODAY NETWORK
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