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1. Jimmy Kimmel jokes about fascism in an 'alternative Christmas message' for Britain

   In an "alternative" message to the king's annual Christmas speech, Kimmel told British viewers that "from a fascism perspective, this has been a really great year," for the United States.

2. President Trump announces strike on ISIS targets in Nigeria

   President Trump made the announcement late Thursday on social media, saying the strike was in response to the Islamic State targeting Christians in Nigeria.

3. The pope urges the faithful on Christmas to shed indifference in the face of suffering

   During his first Christmas Day message, Pope Leo XIV highlighted the suffering in Gaza, Yemen and among migrants, and called for peace in troubled regions like Lebanon, Ukraine and Syria.

4. The real ping pong champion — and hustler — who inspired 'Marty Supreme'

   Marty Reisman was nicknamed "The Needle" for his slender physique. He dressed well and put on a show.

5. In Belgium, a group of volunteers makes drones for Ukraine in special workshops

   A group of hobbyists in Belgium make drones that help on the frontline of a war.

6. A holiday tradition: David Sedaris reads from 'The Santaland Diaries'

   Writer and humorist David Sedaris reads from his holiday essay "The Santaland Diaries."

7. Morning Edition hosts play 'Do You Know Your Ho-Ho-Ho!'

   Morning Edition hosts Michel Martin and Leila Fadel answer holiday trivia questions compiled by Southern Living Magazine.

8. IT meltdowns have grounded planes. What airlines can learn from them

   Alaska Airlines is the latest airline to ground its planes because of an IT meltdown. We talked to industry leaders about why these systems fail and what airlines can learn from past disruptions.

9. DOJ says it may need a 'few more weeks' to finish releasing Epstein files

   The Justice Department said Wednesday that it may need a "few more weeks" to release its records on the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein after discovering more than a million potentially relevant documents.

10. A Powerball player in Arkansas has won a $1.817 billion lottery jackpot

    Wednesday's Christmas Eve drawing ended the lottery game's three-month stretch without a top-prize winner. Final ticket sales pushed the jackpot higher, making it the second-largest in U.S. history.