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Advertisement Read in browser The Short List Sun Dec 31 2023 Catch up. Quick. What happened this weekend? The long-awaited new form for federal student financial aid arrived, but applicants need to move quickly. Israel's prime minister said the military campaign in Gaza would continue for "months," despite a humanitarian catastrophe and growing calls for a cease-fire. And people along the California coast are on alert as Pacific storms created dangerous waves and flood risks. Here's the biggest news you missed. 👇 Simplified FAFSA soft launches. Why you need to complete it ASAP. The new, simplified FAFSA finally launches after a three-month delay. But now, there's no time to spare in getting it done. What you need to know. READ MORE Advertisement War in Gaza will go on for 'many more months' Netanyahu says At least 35 people were killed in central Gaza one day after Israelis launched a large demonstration again Netanyahu. READ MORE California put on high alert for more massive waves, coastal flooding A storm out in the Pacific Ocean is forming waves as high as 20 feet along California's central and southern coasts, causing coastal flooding. READ MORE Authorities beef up security ahead of New Years Eve after FBI warnings The FBI advised police across the US this month about potential threats to New Years Eve gatherings due to tensions from the Israel-Hamas conflict. READ MORE Former Trump fixer Michael Cohen submitted fake AI-generated case citations Cohen, who pleaded guilty to campaign finance charges in 2018, told a court he was unaware that generative AI sites could make up information. READ MORE Queen Margrethe II stuns Denmark, reveals she's abdicating throne Queen Margrethe II shocked Denmark in a speech Sunday and revealed she's giving up the throne Jan.14. Her son, Crown Prince Frederik, succeeds her. READ MORE Family slain in 19,000-sq-ft mansion near Boston in domestic violence tragedy Rakesh and Teena Kamal and their daughter Arianna were found dead in a sprawling estate outside Boston in the wealthy enclave of Dover, Massachusetts. READ MORE Controversy again? NFL refs' critical penalty leaves Lions at a loss The Detroit Lions and referee Brad Allen had directly conflicting accounts of the penalty that negated a go-ahead 2-point conversion. READ MORE Paula Abdul sues 'Idol' producer Nigel Lythgoe for sexual assault Paula Abdul is suing producer Nigel Lythgoe and alleges he sexually assaulted her during her time on "American Idol" and "So You Think You Can Dance." READ MORE 'We'll leave the light on for you': America's last lighthouse keeper is leaving her post Boston Light, the last manned light house in the United States, is losing its keeper on New Year's Eve. Here's her story. READ MORE Advertisement Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •  Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •  Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •   Privacy Notice  •  Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback

Top Stories: The long-awaited new FAFSA is finally here. Here's why students and families seeking financial aid need to hurry to fill it out.

The new, simplified FAFSA finally launches after a three-month delay. But now, there's no time to spare in getting it done. What you need to know.

Advertisement Read in browser Sun Dec 31 2023 Simplified FAFSA soft launches. Why you need to complete it ASAP. The new, simplified FAFSA finally launches after a three-month delay. But now, there's no time to spare in getting it done. What you need to know. READ FULL STORY→ Advertisement A Better News Alert We've redesigned your News Alerts to have a cleaner look and feel. Let us know what you think about it. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ➔ SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. • Access subscriber-only content on all of your devices.   • Share a bonus subscription with a family member or friend.   • Read our universal eNewspaper - the digital version of our print paper.   • Experience bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. SUBSCRIBE TODAY Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •  Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •  Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •   Privacy Notice  •  Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback