Florence Hackman, a 105-year-old Bengals "superfan" from Ohio, celebrated her birthday with 105 shots of Fireball whisky while watching the Bengals game with her friends. Hackman, known for enjoying a daily shot of Fireball, was thrilled by the surprise gift. (119 characters)

Dee Snider, the lead singer of Twisted Sister, criticized the Spotify CEO for unfair artist compensation, suggesting he should be "taken out and shot." Snider argued that Spotify's response to artist complaints was insulting and emphasized the need for better licensing conditions to benefit artists. (135 characters)

The projected opening weekend box office for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom is disappointing at $40 million, in contrast to The Marvels. However, Lost Kingdom has the advantage of consecutive holiday weekends, which might provide some momentum. Aquaman's 2018 performance stands in stark contrast, grossing an impressive $260 million by the end of the holiday season. (257 characters)

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards pardoned 56 inmates, including murderers, as part of his effort to reduce the state's high incarceration rate. Edwards believes that increased imprisonment does not make the state safer. Among those pardoned were individuals convicted of drug dealing, robbery, and arson. David Rushing, who was hours away from execution for a 1983 murder, was also granted clemency. Edwards defends his actions, citing progress during his tenure as governor. (382 characters)

In London, anti-Israel activists organized by the group Sisters Uncut blocked off Oxford Street, demanding a boycott of "Israeli-linked" brands. The protest forced major stores to close, and the Metropolitan Police had a limited presence without making any arrests. (248 characters)

The Digest, 12/23/2023 @330PM, CDT

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