Heritage Auctions had estimated the ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in “The Wizard of Oz” would fetch $3 million or more. Source

President-elect Donald Trump, on his first international trip since he was elected to the White House, also met with Britain’s Prince William. Source

President-elect Donald Trump’s election victory has cast doubt on the future of U.S. aid for Ukraine. Source

The plane crash happened in Homosassa, about 60 miles north of Tampa. Source

Rami Abdurrahman, who heads the Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, said insurgents are now active in the Damascus suburbs of Maadamiyah, Jaramana and Daraya. Source

Court documents said the case was stayed pending a ruling by the Supreme Court of Maryland on consolidated appeals on the constitutionality of the Maryland Child Victims Act of 2023. Source

Search widens for suspected gunman in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO; How cork — the same material used to seal wine bottles — could save the planet. Source

Paris is celebrating after Notre Dame Cathedral reopened its doors. The 860-year-old structure was devastated by fire over five years ago, but a massive restoration effort by dedicated artisans has brought the iconic landmark back from the brink. Source

After the medieval cathedral was severely damaged by fire in 2019, the work of craftsmen and artisans has restored it to glory. Source

Suzanne Cupps spent 15 years working in some of the top kitchens of New York City, and now she’s finally leading her own. Cupps opened Lola’s in April. The restaurant uses impeccably sourced ingredients and surprising flavor combinations to make it a dining destination and local favorite. Dana Jacobson has more. Source