Can Life Survive the Death of the Sun?
The UniverseFridays When the Sun Becomes a Red Giant, Will Any Planet Be Safe? The future is bright—too bright—for life as we know it once the sun transforms into a red giant star By Phil Plait edited by Lee Billings An artist’s impression of the far-future sun, swollen to become a red giant star, as […]
Proof That Adult Brains Make New Neurons Settles Scientific Controversy
Proof That Adult Brains Make New Neurons Settles Scientific Controversy Adult brains grow new neurons, and scientists have finally pinpointed where they come from By Nora Bradford edited by Allison Parshall Neural precursor cells (green) are have been difficult to identify in human brians. Join Our Community of Science Lovers! For at least six decades, […]
Astronomers Found the Most Self-Destructive Planet in the Sky
Astronomers Found the Most Self-Destructive Planet in the Sky This planet triggers flares on its star—spelling its ultimate doom By Jacek Krywko edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier In this artist’s impression, the planet HIP 67522 b sends a wave of energy along magnetic field lines toward the surface of its host star—triggering a massive flare […]
In effort to protect children, France bans smoking at parks and beaches
Eleanor Beardsley PARIS — A restrictive outdoor smoking ban has come into force in France, a country where café culture, which often includes a glass of wine and a cigarette, is a way of life. As of Sunday, smokers are no longer allowed to light up in public parks, at swimming pools, or at beaches, […]
Kickstarter Tabletop Alert: ‘Deep Regrets’
Can you keep your sanity while fishing up increasingly strange things from the ocean? Deep Regrets is a strategic, horror-themed fishing game for 1-5 players, ages 16 and up, and takes about 30-150 minutes to play. The base game, along with the new expansion, Even Deeper Regrets, is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter, with a […]
Head of Met’s Black Police Association accused of sending offensive messages in group chat
Charles Ehikioya was in chat where racist, misogynistic, homophobic and pornographic messages were shared, hearing told The Metropolitan police’s Black Police Association head was part of a group chat where “racist” jokes about east Asian people and a video mocking Katie Price’s disabled son, Harvey, were shared, a misconduct hearing was told. Insp Charles Ehikioya…
Tiny fish on ketamine may show how drug eases depression
Jon Hamilton A single dose of the anesthetic ketamine can provide weeks of relief from severe depression. One reason may be that the drug causes long-term changes to a brain circuit involved in “giving up,” a team reports in the journal Neuron. The team found that in zebrafish, ketamine alters this circuit in a way…
What Netflix deal means for WWE as it makes streaming debut
WWE’s flagship Raw show has aired on Netflix for the first time with the return of multiple big names. The much-anticipated programme saw superstars including The Rock, John Cena and The Undertaker make appearances during the three-hour event in Los Angeles. Pro-wrestling’s most popular weekly show had previously been shown on broadcast TV around the…
24-Hour Flash Deal: Get $153 Worth of Laura Geller Makeup for Just $49
This is not a drill—68% off Laura Geller makeup for one day only! Snag $153 worth of glow-boosting beauty essentials for just $49. Don’t wait—deals like this disappear fast! Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more. Today only, you…
Cases of HMPV are on the rise in China – but what is it?
In recent weeks, scenes of hospitals in China overrun with masked people have made their rounds on social media, sparking worries of another pandemic. Beijing has since acknowledged a surge in cases of the flu-like human metapneumovirus (HMPV), especially among children, and it attributed this to a seasonal spike. But HMPV is not like Covid-19,…
Panama Canal’s Expansion Opened Routes for Fish to Relocate
Scientists with the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute on Lake Gatún in Panama during nighttime field work. By Raymond Zhong Photographs and Video by Charlie Cordero Raymond Zhong and Charlie Cordero spent a rainy night with scientists on a boat in the Panama Canal. Night fell as the two scientists got to work, unfurling long nets…
Mark Carney ‘considering’ run to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada PM
Supporters of former Bank of England and Bank of Canada governor say he has experience to lead in period of instability The former Bank of England governor Mark Carney, a climate-focused economist who became the first non-Briton to run the Bank, is considering entering the race to replace Justin Trudeau as Canada’s prime minister. Trudeau…
Great American Family’s County Rescue Star Keller Fornes Dead at 32
Keller Fornes, who played Griffin in County Rescue on the Great American Family channel has died. He was 32. The Great American Family channel has lost one of their own. Keller Fornes, who starred as Griffin in County Rescue on the family-friendly television network, died Dec. 19, according to an obituary shared by Lacy Funeral…
Jimmy Carter’s funeral services begin in DC. And, photos from the major winter storm
By Brittney Melton here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. The remains of former President Jimmy Carter are set to arrive in Washington, D.C., today. He will be honored with a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol, where he will…
Thousands without water in Republic of Ireland
Thousands of customers in the Republic of Ireland are still without water and electricity as snow and icy weather conditions continue to grip much of the country. All non-urgent outpatients appointments in a number of hospitals have been cancelled and thousands of homes are without power. Schools in several counties were closed on the first…
Jean-Marie Le Pen, Rabble-Rousing Leader of French Far Right, Dies at 96
He ran unsuccessfully for the French presidency five times, riding waves of discontent and xenophobia as the leader of the National Front party. By Robert D. McFadden Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founding father of France’s modern political far-right who built a half-century career on rants of barely disguised racism, antisemitism and neo-Nazi propaganda, has died.…
Tibet earthquake: scores dead and hundreds of homes damaged
Quake damaged buildings in Shigatse and could be felt hundreds of kilometres away in Nepal and the Indian state of Bihar A strong earthquake has struck near Shigatse, one of Tibet’s holiest cities, killing scores of people, damaging buildings, and sending people running to the streets in neighbouring Nepal and India. The Chinese president, Xi…
Syria’s Main Airport Handles First International Flights Since Fall of Assad Regime
Syria’s Civil War The country’s new leaders are pushing to restore a sense of normalcy. But Syria remains under a host of international sanctions imposed during the Assad regime. By Aaron Boxerman Reporting from Jerusalem Syria’s main airport handled its first international flights on Tuesday since the fall of the government of former President Bashar…
What America’s top economists are saying about AI and inequality
Greg Rosalsky This past weekend, Planet Money traveled to San Francisco to attend the annual meeting of the American Economic Association (as well as other economic associations). It’s the biggest professional event for American economists. Econ nerds met, networked, tried to get jobs, shared ideas, and presented hundreds of academic papers. By far, the hottest…
Jean-Marie Le Pen, French far-right leader, dies aged 96
Former paratrooper led National Front party for decades and courted controversy, being repeatedly fined for contesting crimes against humanity Jean-Marie Le Pen, founder of France’s far-right National Rally party, has died aged 96. The former paratrooper, who led the party from 1972 to 2011 when it was called the National Front, had been in a…
Boy, 17, rescued from floodwater in Lincolnshire
A 17-year-old boy has been rescued after he was stuck in flood water as dozens of warnings remain in place across the region. More than 100 properties have been flooded in greater Lincolnshire, where warnings are in place from Brigg in North Lincolnshire to Market Deeping in South Kesteven. A major incident was declared by…
Three missing after private plane crashes off Rottnest Island in WA
Four pulled from the water – three with serious injuries – but the search goes on for three other people on board Four people have been pulled from the water – but three are still missing – after a privately owned plane crashed into the sea off Western Australia’s popular tourist site Rottnest Island. Rescue…
Thandiswa Mazwai Is the Voice of South Africa’s First Post-Apartheid Generation
The Global Profile Thandiswa Mazwai has sung of South Africa’s highs and lows since the country became a multiracial democracy 30 years ago. “My calling is to sing the people’s joy, to sing the people’s sadness.” By Lynsey Chutel At a gala dinner held soon after South Africa’s most contested election since the end of…
Schools closed and flights disrupted in Scotland
Snow and ice disruption is expected to continue to affect Scotland into Wednesday, after a new yellow weather warning was issued for parts of the country. The newest alert will run for 12 hours from midday, covering Grampian, the Highlands, Orkney & Shetland, Dumfries & Galloway and across Ayrshire. Wintry conditions meant dozens of schools…
Next blames clothes price rises on wage increases set out in Budget
Next has announced that it will raise prices on some clothing to offset “an usually high” £73m increase in staff wages and taxes. The High Street retailer said that costs will grow due to measures announced in the autumn Budget, including higher National Insurance payments by employers as well as an increase in the National…
Social media fuelling rising terror threat in France, says minister
Bruno Retailleau says threat has never been greater, as country marks decade since Charlie Hebdo attack The threat of a terrorist attack on France is being fuelled by social media and has never been greater, the country’s interior minister has said, 10 years after gunmen killed 12 people in an attack on the Charlie Hebdo…
For Many Returning Russian Veterans, a Long Road of Recovery Awaits
Russia-Ukraine War A large number of soldiers return as amputees, and many suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. Once home, they face stigma and a grueling course of rehabilitation. A large number of soldiers return as amputees, and many suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder. Once home, they face stigma and a grueling course of rehabilitation. Aleksandr,…
Kyle Richards’ Hack for Keeping Pet Hair Off Clothes and Furniture
Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Kyle Richards shares her pet essentials. From comforting products for anxiety to toys, treats, and safety gear, these picks are paw-fect for any animal lover. We Included these products from Kyle Richards because we think you’ll like her picks. Kyle is a paid spokesperson for the Amazon Influencer Program.…
Strong earthquake kills dozens in region of Tibet near Mount Everest
By The Associated Press BEIJING — A strong earthquake killed at least 95 people in Tibet on Tuesday and left many others trapped as dozens of aftershocks shook the high-altitude region of western China and across the border in Nepal. Officials in the region said at a brief news conference that 130 others were injured,…
More breast cancer cases found when AI used in screenings, study finds
First real-world test finds approach has higher detection rate without having a higher rate of false positives The use of artificial intelligence in breast cancer screening increases the chance of the disease being detected, researchers have found, in what they say is the first real-world test of the approach. Numerous studies have suggested AI could…
Temperatures plummet to -13 in northwest Scotland
Fresh yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across Scotland have been issued by the Met Office. The new alerts take effect from 16:00 on Monday until noon on Tuesday, and follow warnings that covered Sunday night into Monday morning. More than 70 schools in Aberdeenshire and several in Moray and the Highlands had to…
At a Beloved Lebanese Market, the ‘Destruction Is Painful’
Syria’s Civil War Israeli raids pummeled the historic souk in the city of Nabatieh, in southern Lebanon. Residents and shop owners are only beginning to come to terms with the damage. Israeli raids pummeled the historic souk in the city of Nabatieh, in southern Lebanon. Residents and shop owners are only beginning to come to…
Justin Trudeau’s Trying to Save His Party. Is He Hurting Canada?
Canada’s Political Turmoil News Analysis By suspending Parliament and promising to resign, the prime minister bought the Liberals time. But Canada will now face Donald J. Trump with a lame duck in charge. By Matina Stevis-Gridneff Reporting from Toronto Justin Trudeau’s announcement on Monday that he would resign was the last card that Canada’s deeply…
How to quickly find something you lost: 10 clever and practical techniques
Malaka Gharib When I published my episode on how to find lost objects in November, people messaged me with all kinds of useful techniques to hunt down missing items. So many of you told me to pray to St. Anthony, the patron saint of lost objects — a tip that my grandma has sworn by…
Taiwan investigating Chinese vessel over damage to undersea cable
Shunxing 39 was briefly detained by coastguard on Friday on suspicion of dragging anchor over cable running to US Taiwanese authorities are investigating a Chinese-owned vessel that is suspected of damaging an undersea internet cable, causing limited disruption. The Cameroon-registered vessel Shunxing 39 was briefly detained by Taiwan’s coastguard on Friday on suspicion of dragging…
A&E patients facing up to 50 hour wait times in Liverpool
Patients at Royal Liverpool University Hospital’s accident and emergency unit are facing waits of up to 50 hours. Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has declared a “critical incident” due to “exceptionally high demand” on services and urged people to only go to A&E in a genuine medical emergency. The hospital said it was “extremely…
Brianna LaPaglia Reveals Why She’s Not Dating After Zach Bryan Split
Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia laid out a timeline on when she’ll jump back in the dating pool, after her very public split from country singer Zach Bryan last year. Brianna LaPaglia is ready to be single for a while. More than two months after her breakup from Zach Bryan, the BFFs podcast host—who also goes by…
India rescuers race to save men stuck in flooded ‘rat-hole’ mine
Rescuers in India are racing against time to bring out miners trapped inside a flooded coal mine in the north-eastern state of Assam. Three of the nine men inside were feared dead, Reuters reported, after the state government said rescue teams had spotted some bodies they have been unable to reach. The men were trapped…
UK house prices dip for first time since March, says Halifax
Britain’s biggest mortgage lender says say affordability could hamper further rises in the months ahead UK house prices fell by 0.2% month on month in December – the first monthly drop since March – according to Britain’s biggest mortgage lender. Data released by Halifax, Britain’s biggest mortgage lender, also showed that the price of the…
Scottish man killed while serving as medic with Ukrainian army
Jordan Maclachlan, 26, died on Friday while serving on the frontline in Ukraine, his family says A Scottish man has been killed while serving on the frontline with the Ukrainian army, his family has said. Jordan Maclachlan, 26, from Ardnamurchan in the Scottish Highlands, died on Friday while serving as a medic with the Ukrainian…
Aubrey Plaza calls husband’s death ‘unimaginable tragedy’
US actress Aubrey Plaza and the family of her husband Jeff Baena have described his death as an “unimaginable tragedy”. Director and screenwriter Baena died on Friday at the age of 47. The Los Angeles County medical examiner gave the cause of death as suicide. The director and screenwriter was found at a home close…
Why Gypsy Rose Blanchard Won’t Be Sharing Photos of Her Baby Girl
Gypsy Rose Blanchard is setting a boundary with her fans days after welcoming her baby daughter Aurora with husband Ken Urker. Gypsy Rose Blanchard is keeping photos of her baby on lockdown. Just days after the 33-year-old welcomed her first baby with husband Ken Urker, a girl named Aurora, Gypsy is setting boundaries with her…
Naomi Osaka Confirms Cordae Breakup Over a Year After Welcoming Baby
Tennis champion Naomi Osaka confirmed she and rapper Cordae, who share 17-month-old daughter Shai, have parted ways following breakup rumors. Naomi Osaka is calling time on her relationship status. The tennis pro announced her breakup from rapper Cordae—with whom she shares 17-month-old daughter Shai—on social media following rumors the couple had parted ways. “Hi everyone,…
Trump Jr to visit Greenland after dad says US should own the territory
Donald Trump Jr is planning to visit Greenland, two weeks after his father repeated his desire for the US to take control of the autonomous Danish territory. The US president-elect’s son plans to record video footage for a podcast during the one-day private visit, US media report. Donald Trump reignited controversy in December when he…
Record-breaking Sydney funnel-web spider dubbed ‘Hemsworth’ to be milked for venom
Step aside, Colossus. Be gone, Hercules. The Australian Reptile Park has recorded its largest male specimen so far First there was Colossus, then Hercules … now, Thor. Among the Australian Reptile Park’s tributes to the gods, one is newly pre-eminent, bearing the title of “Hemsworth”. Hemsworth – named for the Australian actor (Chris) who plays…
Victims want action not more inquiries, child sex abuse inquiry chair says
Victims “clearly want action” and the time has passed for a new national inquiry into grooming gangs, the woman who led a seven-year inquiry into child sexual abuse has said. Prof Alexis Jay told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme that “people should get on with” implementing her recommendations and “locally people need to step up…
Trump Jr expected to visit Greenland on Tuesday amid father’s interest in island
Donald Trump’s son to make ‘private’ visit with no government meetings scheduled, island’s foreign secretary says Donald Trump Jr is expected to visit Greenland on Tuesday as his father, president-elect Donald Trump, has again expressed interest in gaining control over the vast Arctic island. The visit was a private one, the island’s permanent secretary for…
These 2025 Golden Globes “Fun Facts” Actually Stole the Show
While the 2025 Golden Globes had no shortage of viral moments, it’s the ceremony’s “fun facts” for stars like Demi Moore and Andrew Garfield that stole the show. The 2025 Golden Globes were handing out more than just awards. Indeed, during the Nikki Glaser-hosted event Jan. 5—which saw Demi Moore, Sebastian Stan and the cast of Shogun among those leaving with a…
All the Details on Zendaya’s Engagement Ring From Tom Holland
One day before it was reported she and Tom Holland are set to wed, Zendaya seemed to debut the engagement ring during the 2025 Golden Globes. Tom Holland and Zendaya have entered a marvelous new chapter. One day before multiple outlets confirmed the Spider-Man stars had gotten engaged, she put her stunning engagement ring on…
British AI startup with government ties is developing tech for military drones
Exclusive: Concerns raised over role of Faculty AI, which has worked with NHS and government safety body A company that has worked closely with the UK government on artificial intelligence safety, the NHS and education is also developing AI for military drones. The consultancy Faculty AI has “experience developing and deploying AI models on to…
‘Starmer blasts Musk’ and Canada’s ‘Trudeau quits’
“Starmer blasts Musk”, declares the Daily Mirror. Sir Keir is quoted as saying that “a line has been crossed” in the rhetoric being directed at members of the government. The Financial Times says the prime minister took Mr Musk “to task” over his “lies and misinformation” about grooming gangs. The Guardian describes Sir Keir’s condemnation…
7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes China’s Tibet Region Near Nepal Border
Chinese state media said at least 53 people had died in the 7.1-magnitude quake, which was felt in neighboring Nepal. By David Pierson and Bhadra Sharma David Pierson reported from Hong Kong and Bhadra Sharma from Kathmandu, Nepal. Dozens of people were killed and hundreds of buildings were toppled after a 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck a…
See Camila Cabello’s PDA-Filled Beach Day With Henry Junior Chalhoub
Camila Cabello made her romance with billionaire businessman Henry Junior Chalhoub official as the two enjoyed a steamy beach outing in St. Barts Jan. 4. Camila Cabello has someone new calling her “Señorita.” The singer hit the beach with Henry Junior Chalhoub Jan. 4 in St. Barts, seemingly confirming their rumored romance with plenty of…
Luxury tights brand Wolford apologises for delays to orders and refunds
Exclusive: Skinwear firm admits delivery services overstretched amid heavy criticism from customers Shoppers have taken to the reviews site Trustpilot to warn others against making orders, with some saying they had waited for more than a month for their goods to arrive and had been unable to obtain a refund. Almost 90% of the 460…
Stamp duty changes ‘will motivate first-time buyers’
Upcoming changes to stamp duty will “motivate” first-time buyers to buy a property, according to the Halifax. The average price of a UK home ended 2024 close to the £300,000 mark, the UK’s biggest mortgage broker said. Its calculations suggested UK house prices increased by 3.3% when comparing the end of the year to the…
More than 200 death and injury cases at NHS trust now under investigation
A police investigation into allegations of preventable deaths and injuries at an NHS trust has doubled the number of cases it is looking at, BBC News can reveal. The claims centre on care and treatment provided by University Hospitals Sussex NHS Trust between 2015 and 2021. Sussex Police started looking in 2023 into an initial…
Exes Emma Stone & Andrew Garfield Reunite at 2025 Golden Globes
Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield—who dated from 2011 to 2015—reunited on the red carpet at the 2025 Golden Globes Jan. 5 alongside Emma’s husband Dave McCary. Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield are swinging into an adorable reunion. The former couple—who dated from 2011 to 2015 after meeting on the set of 2012’s The Amazing Spider-Man—shared a sweet moment together at the 2025…
U.K. leader Starmer slams ‘lies and misinformation’ after attacks from Elon Musk
By The Associated Press LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday condemned “lies and misinformation” that he said are undermining U.K. democracy, in response to a barrage of attacks on his government from Elon Musk. The billionaire Tesla CEO has taken an intense and erratic interest in British politics since the center-left Labour…
Tuesday briefing: How Britain has coped with an Arctic blast
Good morning. British winters have grown markedly milder over the past century: analysis has shown that the average UK winter has gotten 1C warmer and 15% wetter in the last century. Last February was the warmest in recorded history. There have been fewer and fewer snow days and the Met Office found that ground frost…
‘Blessings’ scam: con artists allegedly swindle elderly Melbourne victims by claiming to rid them of evil spirits
Women targeted on streets of Box Hill have lost more than $200,000 to scammers, police say Supernatural scammers are alleged to have fleeced at least $200,000 from elderly victims in an elaborate plot claiming to rid them of evil spirits. Police say a group of travelling con artists are targeting elderly Asian women on the…
Taiwan Suspects a Chinese-Linked Ship of Damaging an Internet Cable
The Taiwanese Coast Guard said seven Chinese nationals were aboard a ship suspected of causing the damage. By Meaghan TobinMuyi Xiao and Amy Chang Chien Meaghan Tobin and Amy Chang Chien reported from Taipei, Taiwan. Muyi Xiao reported from New York. Taiwan is investigating whether a ship linked to China is responsible for damaging one…
Kieran Culkin and Jazz Charton’s Love Story Hits All the High Notes
Kieran Culkin winning a 2025 Golden Globe was great, but the real success story is his 11-year marriage to Jazz Charton and their two children together. Kieran Culkin accepting an award is always win-win: He gets another trophy and the audience gets to hear another delightful take on his relationship with Jazz Charton. The 2025…
Minneapolis agrees to overhaul police training and policies following Floyd murder
By The Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS — The Minneapolis City Council on Monday approved an agreement with the federal government to overhaul the city’s police training and use-of-force policies in the wake of the murder of George Floyd. The deal incorporates and builds on changes the Minneapolis Police Department has made since Floyd, a Black man,…
Scores dead as earthquake strikes Tibet’s holy city
At least 53 people have been confirmed dead and 62 are injured after a major earthquake struck China’s mountainous Tibet region on Tuesday morning, Chinese state media reported. Tremors were also felt in neighbouring Nepal and parts of India. Shigatse is considered one of the holiest cities of Tibet. It is the traditional seat of…
Cryptocurrencies and personal AI: Tech to watch out for in 2025
Not even AI can predict the future (yet), nevertheless two of our tech editors have taken a look ahead to what they think will be big in 2025. As 2022 drew to a close the outlook was bleak for the cryptocurrency business. One of its best know firms, FTX, had collapsed with $8bn (£6.3bn) of…