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Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Christmas since he became pontiff. At Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve, Leo urged people to care for the poor and for migrants. … [Read more...] about Pope Leo celebrates first Christmas as pontiff

Brandon Lowe's powerful bat demands space in the Pirates' lineup, but that space used to belong to former first-round pick Nick Gonzales. … [Read more...] about Pirates’ big 3-team trade has former top draft pick’s role up in the air for 2026 season

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Chris Van Allsburg's beloved children's book, "The Polar Express." He tells CBS News' Bradley Blackburn about how he came up with the classic Christmas tale at just 34 years old. … [Read more...] about Celebrating 40 magical years of Chris Van Allsburg’s “The Polar Express”

Pittsburgh Pirates insider Noah Hiles hints that the club could get into an unexpected free-agent market, referencing an exciting name that would strengthen a strength. … [Read more...] about Pirates insider hints at surprise offseason move fans didn’t see coming

In late 19th-century Florida, hunters pushed flamingos into functional extinction. But something changed over the last 25 years when hurricanes in the Caribbean chased them into the Everglades. Mark Strassmann reports. … [Read more...] about Why flamingos are returning to Florida