Here’s how to determine which of these two accounts could be better for you heading into the new year. Source

A tree that survived Hurricane Helene in North Carolina was unveiled as the 2024 White House Christmas tree. Source

A judge is hearing arguments against The Onion’s purchase of InfoWars as part of Alex Jones’ efforts to retain power over the brand. CBS News’ Janet Shamlian reports. Source

The NFL and the NBA have issued warnings to players about transnational gangs that may be targeting them for burglaries. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more on the criminals behind the schemes. Source

Starbucks managers forced to rely on manual systems to handle baristas’ pay, but customers unaffected. Source

White House National Security Council spokesman John Kirby updated reporters on the potential progress in cease-fire talks for a deal between Israel and Hezbollah. CBS News’ Weijia Jiang has the latest. Source

Menendez brothers set to appear in court for the first time in almost 30 years; Special counsel Jack Smith files motion to dismiss 2020 election interference case against President-elect Trump. Source

Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group exchanged strikes as more news emerges about a potential cease-fire deal. CBS News’ Debora Patta reports on the latest in Beirut as multiple deaths are reported. Source

Two CBS News correspondents conducted an experiment to see which was better at planning a trip — AI or a person. Here’s what they found. Source

Republicans vying for jobs allege Trump transition aide Boris Epshteyn has been mixing private consulting with his transition role. Source