Drake’s looking to give back this holiday season. The 6 God hosted the first night of three live streams on Stake on Sunday (Dec. 21).

Drizzy’s hoping to end his gambling year on a high note, and if all goes well, he’ll be giving back 10 percent of his betting wins to a lucky fan this week.

“Can we end my roughest gambling year on a good note?? I want to MAXWIN and share 10% of it with you,” he wrote while posting details urging followers to enter the contest via Stake.

Most recently, Drake posted a $200,000 betting slip on Jake Paul to beat Anthony Joshua over the weekend, which ended up being a loss, as the former two-time heavyweight champion boxer knocked out Paul in the sixth round of the Friday night (Dec. 19) bout at the Kaseya Center in Miami.

On the music side, it appears the wait for Iceman will continue into 2026. Streamer BenDaDonnn joined Drake at one point and trolled the OVO rapper about the anticipated album. “When the f—k is you dropping the album, ugly a— n—a? Chat, y’all gotta chill,” Ben joked.

Drake quickly squashed Ben’s slick move and accused him of clip farming. “See, he’s clip farming. He’s a clip farmer. Nobody even said that, bro. Nobody said that,” he fired back.

Before hopping off the stream, Drake did offer a quick update on Iceman, as he wanted the OVO faithful to know that he and the team are working heading into 2026. But no release date is confirmed just yet.

“We’re focused. I know what you’re waiting on, so trust me. We’re cheffing,” Drake promised. Look for two more streams from Drizzy on Monday (Dec. 22) and Tuesday night (Dec. 23).

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Chris Rea, the British blues rocker best known for his 1978 soft rock hit “Fool (If You Think It’s Over)” and the wistful, jazzy holiday hit “Driving Home for Christmas,” has died at 74. The news was announced by the singer/guitarist’s family on his official Instagram page on Monday morning (Dec. 22), where they wrote, “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Chris, who died peacefully earlier today following a short illness. Chris’s music has created the soundtrack to many lives, and his legacy will live on through the songs he leaves behind.”

At press time no additional information was available about when Rea died or the manner of death.

Rea released two dozen albums over his 50-year career, including two that reached No. 1 on the U.K. albums charts — 1989’s The Road to Hell and 1991’s Auberge — and landed one song in the U.S. top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, “Fool (If You Think It’s Over),” which topped out at No. 12 in the summer of 1978.

One of the singer’s other most beloved tracks is a seasonally appropriate one, the melancholy 1986 ballad “Driving Home For Christmas,” about a wintry trip home for the holidays penned while he was actually driving back from Abbey Road Studios in London through snowy traffic while longing to be in the cozy confines of home.

“Driving home for Christmas/ With a thousand memories/ I take look at the driver next to me/ He’s just the same,” Rea sings in his gravelly voice over gentle piano, brushed drums and jazzy guitar.

Born Chris Anton Rea in Middlesbrough, England on March 4, 1951, Rea eschewed a career in his family’s ice cream factory and bought his first guitar when he was in his early 20s, focusing his self-taught bottleneck slide style on his love for early blues players and his singing on inspiration from gospel singers.

After a stint in the local band Magdalene in which he was briefly bumped-up to lead singer, Rea set out on his own and formed the group the Beautiful Losers, before going out on his own and releasing his debut single, “So Much Love,” in 1974. He hit pay dirt a few years later in the all-important U.S. market when “Fool (If You Think It’s Over)” charted in America and earned Rea his first, and only, Grammy nomination in 1979 for best new artist, which he lost to disco act A Taste of Honey (“Boogie Oogie Oogie”) in a tight competition that also included Elvis Costello, The Cars and Toto.

The song was included on Rea’s 1978 debut album, Whatever Happened to Benny Santini?, which topped out at No. 49 on the Billboard 200 album chart, with the title track hitting No. 71 on the Hot 100. He followed up with Deltics in 1979 and Tennis in 1980, neither of which made much of a dent on the U.K. or U.S. charts.

He finally broke through on 1987’s Dancing With Strangers, which spawned his first top 20 U.K. single, the jumpy blues pop number “Let’s Dance,” which reached No. 12 in England and No. 81 on the Hot 100. He was back on the U.S. charts the next year with what would be his final U.S.-charting song, the chugging ZZ Top-like rocker “Working On It,” which ran up to No. 73 on the Hot 100 in early 1989.

His seasonal classic, originally recorded in 1986, was featured on his 1988 compilation, New Light Through Old Windows, and in the years since it has become an annual favorite, often ending the year as one of the top 10 Christmas singles on the U.K. charts. While he never toured the U.S., Rea was a solid draw in his native country, as well as in Australia and Japan and he earned his first No. 1 album in the U.K. in 1989 with his best-selling album, The Road to Hell.

As proof of his rising popularity, Rea performed guitar on the 1989 Band Aid II charity single re-recording “Do They Know It’s Christmas?” alongside Bananarama, Kylie Minogue, Cliff Richard, Lisa Stansfield and Wet Wet Wet, among others. He scored another U.K. No. 1 with his next album, 1991’s Auberge, and continued to release new LPs throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, taking a break in 2001, when he had his pancreas removed along with parts of his stomach and small intestine, followed by a stroke in 2016.

Rea released his 24th album, Road Songs For Lovers, in 2017 and embarked on a tour that was cut short when he collapsed on stage during a U.K. show, which resulted in the cancellation of the final shows on the outing. His 25th and final album, 2019’s limited-edition One Fine Day, revived songs he’d recorded nearly 30 years earlier but which had never been released together before.

The guitarist/singer was also a racing enthusiast, who participated in the 1993 British Touring Car Championship, collected and restored classic racing cars and recorded the sweeping, emotional ballad “Saudade” in a tribute to three-time Formula One racing champ Ayrton Senna for the BBC’s 1995 documentary about the beloved Brazilian driver’s life and tragic death on the course at the San Marino Grand Prix.

Check out some of Rea’s hits below.

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Regardless of who you’re shopping for, gift cards are a quick and easy way to make sure everyone on your list gets a gift. Plus, you can send them directly to the recipient’s email address, so no need to worry about shipping costs and possible delays.

To make it easier to shop, we’ve rounded up more than a dozen digital gift cards that you can buy online and have delivered via email in time for the holidays. And if you’re looking for white elephant present, gift cards are a good way to go.

See below for a roundup of the best gift cards to buy for the holidays, and for additional recommendations, read our list of best stocking stuffers.

There’s nothing better than a concert, except maybe a free concert. You can give the gift of music this holiday season with a gift card via Vivid Seats. Pricing varies from $5 up to $1,000. It’s a great way to cater to the music-lover in your life.

Looking to gift the man in your life, but don’t know where to start? Huckberry makes it easy with thousands of styles, including clothing, footwear and more. The gifting range for gift cards to the retailer spans from $25 to $500, allowing that special someone to achieve the wardrobe of their dreams.

Got an athlete on your gifting list? On Running has a slew of sporty sneakers for everyone from runners, tennis players to basketball fanatics and more. Gifting pricing ranges from $10 up to $400.

Outdoors enthusiasts can get all they need via a gift card from AllTrails. With a gift to the service, you’ll have access to AllTrails’ Annual membership, which is a $2.99 a month plan billed once at $35.99. With your membership, you’ll gain access to downloadable maps that allow users to stay on track, even when they’re offline. You’ll also have access to real-time maps, giving you a look at conditions before heading out on the trails. Users will also have access to a Live Sharing feature that keeps tabs on your location for you and your loved ones to see in case of an emergency.

Speaking of the outdoorsy type, gifting gear is an easy and efficient gift that properly preps your loved ones for adventures to come. You have the option to gift $25 up to $50.

If your loved one is less of the outdoorsy type and more of the low-impact yoga person, Alo Yoga is a superb gift card option to gift clothing that works with the body, rather than against it. The brand features everything from sports bras and shorts, everything a sporty person on your gifting list could need to feel good.

Switching gears from all things sporty, Everlane is your one-stop shop for wardrobe staples. You’ve got cozy essentials, including sweaters and cardigans, along with fancier pieces like silk skirts and dresses. Gifting options go from $25 to $500.

Planning any far-off trips? First things first, you need luggage and Away has got a ton of options. If you’re stumped on what to get the avid traveler, gift cards to the luggage company range from $25 to $1,000, plenty of funds to get the luggage you need to get your loved one’s trip started off right.

So, you’ve got your luggage squared away, but how about a stay at a hotel? Give the gift of comfort wherever your loved one’s travels take them with this card to Marriott. You can customize the amount, packaging and you can even tack on a sweet message.

Smelling good is almost as important as looking good. Boy Smells has scented candles and unique fragrances available for that special someone in your life. Gift card pricing starts at $50 and goes up to $200.

While this isn’t technically a gift card, it’s a great last-minute deal. MasterClass is offering a 50% off holiday deal when you sign up for any of its plan. That means users can get the Premium Plan, which lets six users share a subscription for just $10/month (normally $20/month). If you need a last-minute gift, all gifting subscriptions are also included in the limited time discount. You can also get the standard plan for only $5/month (normally $10/month), which makes this the cheapest MasterClass price online

If your loved one likes a more natural “clean girl” makeup look, Glossier should be their one-stop shop for all things cosmetics and skincare. This $150 gift card to the retailer should be plenty to get your loved one a full face of product or a few skincare items to spruce up their everyday routine.

Looking for athleisure, footwear and athletic accessories? This gift card to Adidas will cover all your bases, from sneakers to running shorts. Pricing for the gift card ranges from $10 to $250, giving you enough to add to your wardrobe.

Got a crafty person in your life? Etsy is the place to be for DIYs and unique gifts. You can snag your loved ones a gift card for $50 so they can get themselves something unique and specific. Etsy has just about everything on their site from knitwear and custom tote bags to crafting kits and gag gifts.

If you don’t know which home goods store to hit up first, this multi-brand gift card should help you decorate the space of your dreams without having to choose where to spend your cash. The card works at a multitude of stores from Marshalls, HomeGoods, TJ Maxx and more.

Getting boring intimates in packs of 12, from socks to undies, can be a bore. Why not gift this Victoria’s Secret gift card so your loved one can pick out the undergarments that they’ll actually want to wear?

Hello Fresh is a meal kit delivery service that makes eating and staying healthy a breeze. You can get a busy loved one this gift card to the service, which will more than cover the cost of a subscription. 

If a loved one is looking to get into their home improvement era, then this Home Depot gift card is a great way to get them on their way to building, planting, painting and crafting like a pro. The lowest amount is $15, while the highest amount you can charge onto the card is $1,000. They also have a custom option to load up a specific amount.

If you want to take up fishing, or you have a loved one who is obsessed with the pastime, then you need to get them this Bass Pro Shop gift card. You can redeem this card in store, over the phone or online for fishing gear, hunting gear, camping gear, boating equipment, apparel and more.

This one’s for your boujee mother or aunt who is particularly picky about their gifts. This Nordstrom gift card is loaded with $100 but can go up to $200 or as low as $25. This is a great gift idea if you’re looking to treat someone in your life to everything from red light masks and apparel to fancy soaps. If you can think it up, Nordstrom is bound to have it.

This Chipotle gift card is for the foodies who want convenience. The card is $50 but can be charged up to $75, covering a bunch of lunches, dinners and even snacks from the Mexican restaurant.

This Apple gift card can be used for Apple Music, iPad, AirPods, MacBook, iCloud storage, apps, games, accessories, movies and more. The gift card is available in prices ranging from $25 to $500.

Shopping for a music lover? Gift them a Spotify gift card to feed their music addiction. With this card from Amazon, you’ll have enough to purchase a 12-month subscription with the streaming service. A plan usually runs a single person $11.99 a month for reference. There’s also a $10 gift card from Walmart that does not apply to Spotify Family or Spotify student plans.

From music concerts to sporting events and theater productions, a gift card from StubHub goes a long way. StubHub gift cards start at $25 and are available at Amazon too — and you can personalize them with photo or special note. You can also find gift cards at Vivid Seats (ranging from $5 to $1,000) and Ticketmaster.

Shopping for movie buffs? This AMC Theaters gift card is perfect for theater-obsessed folks looking to watch the latest and greatest.

Pay someone’s streaming bill for the holidays! This Netflix gift card ranges from $30 and up. Gift cards are also available for Disney+. This is enough to get you started with a Standard subscription with the streaming service with ads, that’s $7.99 a month, or one month of Premium, $24.99 a month.

This Walmart gift card is enough to cover a Walmart+ membership. Walmart+ subscribers get to shop sales early, free delivery, free shipping, free Paramount+ and other great deals. You can also give a regular Walmart gift card along with gift cards for Target and Amazon. If you’re not interested in a membership, this card should be enough to get you hosehold and grocery items with ease.

A gift for Roblox fans! This Roblox Digital Gift Card can be used to buy new items for an avatar and other in-game perks (but not for Roblox Premium purchases). This gift card purchase includes a free item.

Another gift for gamers: PlayStation digital gift cards. They’re priced from $10 and up at Amazon and $25 up to $250 at Walmart. This card will give you access to anything from the PlayStation store including games, add-ons and subscriptions.

For Nintendo fans, this digital gift card allows you to purchase games and more in the Nintendo e-shop. You can purchase gift cards from $35 to $100.

Visa gift cards are great because you can use it anywhere where Visa is accepted. Get the gift card above and have it delivered before Christmas, or click here for a digital Visa gift cards.

Shopping for a beauty lovers? Ulta Beauty has a vast selection of beauty products both online and in stores. This gift card is redeemable at Ulta Beauty stores online and in purchase.

A gift for the sneakerheads in your life. This Nike gift card is available in eight different designs including and it can be emailed within two hours (or sent via regular mail). The gift card can be used at Nike.com, Converse.com and in stores.

Any bookworms on your gift list? Get them a Barnes & Noble gift card! You can put anywhere from $10 to $350 on the card.

Let’s eat. This DoorDash gift card can be used for food deliveries, groceries and other essentials. Click here to shop gift cards from Lyft, Postmates, Grubhub, Instacart and more.

A few nights before Christmas, things were not silent all through the house after all. In the run-up to the holiday, Metallica singer/guitarist James Hetfield gave fans a special bonus under their tree: a recitation of the popular Christmas story “A Visit From St. Nicholas.”

The singer put down the guitar and read from the poem written by literature professor Clement Clarke Moore for his six children that was first published anonymously in the Troy Sentinel newspaper in Troy, N.Y. in 1823 and which has since become a Christmas classic. The story of the holiday is often referred to by the poem’s most famous first line: “‘Twas the night before Christmas.”

Hetfield’s version debuted on Friday (Dec. 19) on the band’s Maximum Metallia SiriusXM channel and then migrated to the band’s Instagram page, where it was accompanied by a cartoon image of a crackling fire. The group members’ stockings were, of course, hung with care, one for drummer Lars Ulrich, another for Hetfield, as well as ones for bassist Robert Trujillo and guitarist Kirk Hammett. While presents and bows surrounded the fire, in a fittingly Metallica touch, the mantle was also hung with an ominous fanged skull.

“Gather ‘Round… It’s Story Time with Papa Het,” read the caption. In a soothing voice miles away from his typical warrior’s howl, Hetfield recited the story with warmth and wonder, though he gave the lines about “the children were nestled all snug in their beds/ While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads,” a slightly ominous tinge.

His voice took on a familiar gravel when he read off the list of Santa’s reindeer, giving a certain menace to the “dash away all!” line, then chuckling along at the sight of St. Nick laughing and shaking “like a bowl full of jelly.” Hetfield delivered the legendary final line, “Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!” with such lusty abandon that one commenter said, “if you turn this into a song, that would be epic.”

Listen to James Hetfield read “A Visit From St. Nicholas” below.

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