13-year-old Willis Gibson, also known as "Blue Scuti" online, is believed to be the first person to officially "beat" the classic version of Tetris, more than three decades after its release. Gibson claims his run also broke world records for overall score, level and lines completed. Abigail Bimman looks at what "winning" the influential game actually means, and how Gibson's historic achievement has rocked the gaming world. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/10201755/tetris-beat-first-person-willis-gibson-blue-scuti/ Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Like Global News on Facebook HERE: http://bit.ly/255GMJQ Follow Global News on Twitter HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: https://bit.ly/2QZaZIB #GlobalNews #Tetris #Videogames

With Israel's assault on Gaza dragging on for nearly three months, and the killings of Hamas officials in Lebanon, there are growing fears the fighting could spread throughout the Middle East. More than 22,000 people have been killed in the Gaza Strip since the Oct. 7 attacks, according to Hamas-ran Gaza Health Ministry. Jackson Proskow looks at the latest violence in the region and how the U.S. is trying to prevent the crisis from escalating. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/10198829/israel-gaza-troop-pullback-hamas/ Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Like Global News on Facebook HERE: http://bit.ly/255GMJQ Follow Global News on Twitter HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: https://bit.ly/2QZaZIB #GlobalNews #Israel #Gaza

Rogers and Bell will both soon raise the prices of some of their wireless phone plans, adding more pressure on top of the rising cost of living. Mackenzie Gray explains how a lack of competition among major cellphone carriers in Canada is contributing to the problem and looks at the reaction of some frustrated Canadians over the imminent increases. Walter Gillespie, 81, and Robert Mailman, who is 76 and has terminal cancer, have been exonerated of second-degree murder 40 years after they received life sentences in the killing of George Gilman Leeman in Saint John, N.B. Heidi Petracek reports on the emotional reaction to justice finally being delivered. The sentencing hearing for Nathaniel Veltman is taking place in London, Ont. Veltman was found guilty in November of four counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted murder for striking a Muslim family with his truck while they were out for a walk. Seán O'Shea was in the courtroom and reports on the victim impact statements. With Israel's assault on Gaza dragging on for nearly three months, and the killings of Hamas officials in Lebanon, there are growing fears the fighting could spread throughout the Middle East. Jackson Proskow looks at the latest violence in the region and how the U.S. is trying to prevent the crisis from escalating. Health care professionals across Canada are saying Invasive group A streptococcus (iGAS) could be responsible for many of the symptoms of illness many are feeling this winter. Katherine Ward explains what to know about the risks of infection, especially for kids. Plus, 13-year-old Willis Gibson, also known as "Blue Scuti" online, is believed to be the first person to officially "beat" the classic version of Tetris, more than three decades after its release. Abigail Bimman looks at what "winning" the influential game actually means and how Gibson's historic achievement has rocked the gaming world. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Like Global News on Facebook HERE: http://bit.ly/255GMJQ Follow Global News on Twitter HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on Instagram HERE: https://bit.ly/2QZaZIB #GlobalNews #GlobalNational

"I wish for the future that the city will find a project that will bring as many smiles to families," says Normand Latourelle, creator of Illumi in Laval. Due to construction, the installation will close on January 7. Anastasia Dextrene reports.

Robert Thomas scored the game-winning goal and picked up an assist and Jordan Binnington stopped 25 of 26 shots as the St. Louis Blues defeated the Vancouver Canucks 2-1.

After one of the warmest Decembers on record, some plants and flowers around Vancouver have begun to bloom.

The Good Samaritan who helped thwart a violent robbery in Olympic Village last week – leading to him getting stabbed – is sharing why he choose to jump into action.

The Vancouver Police Department is officially rolling out its officer-worn body camera pilot program.

Colombian police found an oncilla malnourished and injured after being taken by traffickers. The tiger cat was released back into its natural habitat after a six-month rehabilitation. » Subscribe to NBC News: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: https://www.nbcnews.com/ Find NBC News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBCNews Follow NBC News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NBCNews Get more of NBC News delivered to your inbox: nbcnews.com/newsletters #Colombia #Tiger #Rescue

Some women are choosing their jobs based off of the fertility benefits offered by the company. Starbucks and Amazon are just two of the companies some women are choosing that offer coverage for in vitro fertilization services.  » Subscribe to NBC News: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: https://www.nbcnews.com/ Find NBC News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBCNews Follow NBC News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NBCNews Get more of NBC News delivered to your inbox: nbcnews.com/newsletters #nbcnews #invitro #healthbenefits

Health officials say at least two people were killed and dozens more injured in an Israeli airstrike on a house in Rafah, Gaza. » Subscribe to NBC News: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: https://www.nbcnews.com/ Find NBC News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBCNews Follow NBC News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NBCNews Get more of NBC News delivered to your inbox: nbcnews.com/newsletters #nbcnews #palestinian #airstrike

One person died and four were injured after a student opened fire at a school in Iowa, numerous government buildings have received bomb threats for a second day, and new video shows a massive landslide in Japan during the New Year’s Eve earthquake.  » Subscribe to NBC News: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: https://www.nbcnews.com/ Find NBC News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBCNews Follow NBC News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NBCNews Get more of NBC News delivered to your inbox: nbcnews.com/newsletters #nbcnews #iowa #japan

A child born with an extremely rare heart defect received the world's first partial heart transplant. The surgery, which replaced just the top of the heart, had previously only been done on piglets. » Subscribe to NBC News: https://www.youtube.com/user/NBCNews NBC News Digital is a collection of innovative and powerful news brands that deliver compelling, diverse and engaging news stories. NBC News Digital features NBCNews.com, MSNBC.com, TODAY.com, Nightly News, Meet the Press, Dateline, and the existing apps and digital extensions of these respective properties. We deliver the best in breaking news, live video coverage, original journalism and segments from your favorite NBC News Shows. Connect with NBC News Online! Breaking News Alerts: https://link.nbcnews.com/join/5cj/breaking-news-signup?cid=sm_npd_nn_yt_bn-clip_190621 Visit NBCNews.Com: https://www.nbcnews.com/ Find NBC News on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBCNews Follow NBC News on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NBCNews Get more of NBC News delivered to your inbox: nbcnews.com/newsletters #Infant #Transplant #First

Tourists can experience Antarctica aboard ships sailed by companies like Aurora Expeditions. #Antarctica #tourism #ship

Two subway trains collided at the 96th Street station in Manhattan, injuring at least 34 people. The incident caused massive delays across the city. #Subway #NewYork #collision

CNN's Erin Burnett speaks with former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley about the controversial comments the 2024 presidential hopeful made about slavery and the Civil War. #CNN #News

CNN’s Kaitlan Collins speaks with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis about questions that have arisen about presidential power in light of former President Donald Trump’s legal issues during a CNN town hall. #CNN #News

Former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley speaks about her strategy to beat former President Donald Trump in the race for the GOP presidential nomination. #CNN #News

Shooting survivor Rachael Kares recounts the moment she and her bandmates heard gunshots at Perry High School in Iowa. A 17-year-old gunman killed a sixth grade student and wounded five others. #CNN #news #Iowa #PerryHighSchool

During a CNN town hall, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis addresses a voter's question about his immigration policy. #CNN #News