Pope Francis on Sunday wished Christmas peace for people scarred by wars and those who lost loved ones to terrorism that he says is sowing "fear and death" in many cities and countries. (Dec. 25) AP

The Museum of Soviet Arcade Machines in Moscow, Russia features more than 40 Soviet Union-era arcade games. USA TODAY NETWORK

The nation's largest police union said the phrase "Bulletproof: Black Lives Matter" is offensive. Video provided by Newsy Newslook

Pilgrims and tourists from around the world began Christmas Eve celebrations in Jesus' traditional birthplace of Bethlehem on Saturday. (Dec. 24) AP

In his weekly video address, President Obama joined first lady Michelle in recognizing U.S. troops and encouraging values of "boundless love, compassion and hope" this holiday season and beyond. (Dec. 24) AP

Chad Johnson played Santa Claus this Christmas by giving and Xbox One to a family that couldn't afford one. Time_Sports

Apple's latest MacBook Pro is the first that failed to receive a recommendation rating from the trusted tech review guru. Video provided by Newsy Newslook

NFL players from around the league got into the Christmas spirit before games on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in Week 16. Time_Sports

The actress is currently in critical condition. USA TODAY

For all the coffeeholics out there, Starbucks is giving away free espresso drinks at locations throughout the country every day for ten days, you just have to know which ones. Jose Sepulveda (@josesepulveda87) has more. Buzz60

A white police officer in Texas was placed on restricted duty after a viral video surfaced on Facebook showing him wrestling a black woman after she called police to report that a man had allegedly assaulted her young son. WFAA

A buoy near the pole clocked temperatures near the melting point. Video provided by Newsy Newslook

Ever wonder how the North Pole’s most famous couple met? Time

Three women ended up being the only passengers in a 150 seater plane and while they weren't flying private, they were treated like rockstars! Emily Drooby (@emilydrooby) has the story. Buzz60

A woman from Canada went to New Zealand with her husband and decided to bring her cat along. Keri Lumm (@thekerilumm) reports on the vacation that never was. Buzz60

There are many myths about Christmas told this time of year. Here are four we can debunk. USA TODAY NETWORK

Hundreds of people have visited the Columbus Zoo to celebrate the 60th birthday of the world's oldest gorilla. (Dec. 22) AP

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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

A seemingly-innocent masked Santa walked into a Tennessee bank and did this before robbing it. USA TODAY NETWORK

Natalie Finn suffered cardiac arrest in October from emaciation due to denial of critical care. Her parents, Nicole and Joseph Finn, were charged in her death.

Kirstin and Matt Dugger may be spending their Christmas season in the hospital, but they couldn't be happier about it. After 20 years of trying, Kirstin gave birth to a bouncing baby girl, 38 days early.

When Russia's first McDonald's opened at the end of the Soviet era, more than 30,000 people lined up outside its doors. A lot has changed since then. USA TODAY NETWORK

A drunk semi-truck driver was caught swerving on the dash cam video of a Minnesota State Trooper's car. USA TODAY

You'll be biting your nails while this man balances a tablet on his face while climbing a ladder, keeping it upright the entire time. Yes, you read that correctly. USA TODAY NETWORK

This 9-year-old girl made history by becoming the first transgender individual to grace the cover of 'National Geographic.' USA TODAY NETWORK

Need to make more money? Consider one of these 5 jobs, identified by online job review site Glassdoor, where workers can earn more than $100,000 a year. Video provided by TheStreet Newslook

A prince must be born knowing that he can do what he wants. Prince George decided to help himself to his Christmas gifts a little early. Keri Lumm (@thekerilumm) reports. Buzz60

Baby Archer was born with permanent hearing loss. At three months old, he was fitted for hearing aids. This is the moment he hears his parents for the first time. Humankind