Jury selection in Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs sex trafficking trial begins today
Isabella Gomez Sarmiento Jury selection for the trial of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs will begin in New York City today. The media mogul, who’s been in custody since his arrest last September, faces criminal charges for sex trafficking, racketeering conspiracy and transporting to engage in prostitution. Combs has pleaded not guilty on all charges. The selection […]
Mysterious Glowing Structure Discovered Near Solar System
Giant, Glowing Gas Cloud Discovered Just 300 Light-Years Away An enormous glowing cloud that contains approximately 3,400 solar masses worth of gas has been discovered near the solar system By Keith Cooper & SPACE.com A crescent-shaped gas cloud has been spotted on the edge of the so-called Local Bubble, shown here in this artist’s illustration […]
What Amazon’s Project Kuiper vs. SpaceX’s Starlink Satellite Mega Constellation Wars Mean for Earth
What the Amazon vs. SpaceX Satellite Mega Constellation War Means for Earth Amazon has launched its first operational Project Kuiper satellites in its attempt to compete with SpaceX’s Starlink—but experts remain concerned about space debris and astronomy By Jonathan O’Callaghan edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier Test launch for Amazon’s Project Kuiper on a United Launch […]
Disney Store’s Star Wars May the 4th Daily Drops Just Started
Get ready to jump to hyperspace. Disney Store’s Star Wars May the 4th launches are here with new collectibles, apparel, and gear dropping every day leading up to the galaxy’s biggest celebration. Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more. […]
Is There Any Sound in Space?
The UniverseFridays Can There Be Sound in Space? It seems contrary to common knowledge, but sound can travel through some parts of space quite well By Phil Plait edited by Lee Billings Sound—in the form of shock waves—helps sculpt the beautiful, delicate structures of some supernova remnants, such as those seen here in a Hubble […]
New leaders in Damascus call for cordial Syria ties with a resistant Israel
The conflict between Israel and Palestinians — and other groups in the Middle East — goes back decades. These stories provide context for current developments and the history that led up to them. Hadeel Al-Shalchi DAMASCUS, Syria — The newly appointed governor of Damascus has called on the United States to use its influence to…
Middle East crisis: WHO chief at Yemen airport during Israeli airstrikes; Netanyahu says attack ongoing ‘until we complete the job’ – as it happened
This live blog is now closed. For the latest on the Middle East, read our full report: The director-general of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, said he was in the Sana’a international airport when it was targeted by an aerial attack. As we were about to board our flight from Sana’a, about two…
A Month On, a Tenuous Cease-fire Holds Between Israel and Hezbollah
Middle East Crisis Israel and Hezbollah have exchanged strikes and accusations of breaches. Implementation of the deal has been slow. But the truce has brought some calm to a tumultuous region. By Abdi Latif Dahir Reporting from Beirut, Lebanon A fragile cease-fire between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has largely held for a…
CNBC Daily Open: Holiday-thinned markets cheered by strong Wall Street finish
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Five Palestinian journalists killed in Gaza as Israel also strikes Yemen
Head of the World Health Organization and other UN staff reportedly safe after strikes on Sana’a airport in Yemen Five Palestinian journalists were killed in an Israeli airstrike on their vehicle in central Gaza, their employer has said, while Israel has also struck several areas in Houthi rebel-controlled Yemen in air raids. Faisal Abu al-Qumsan,…
Desi Bouterse, Fugitive Former Dictator of Suriname, Dies at 79
He took power in a military coup in 1980 and later served as the country’s president. He was also convicted of ordering the murder of 15 political opponents. By Claire Moses Reporting from Amsterdam Desi Bouterse, the brutal former dictator turned populist president of Suriname who was convicted of murdering some of his political opponents,…
Squid Game reviews: Season two ‘sensational’ or ‘a letdown’?
Season two of Squid Game has received reviews as mixed as a Christmas selection box, with TV critics calling it everything from “sensational” to “a letdown”. The Guardian said that after a pretty slow start, the returning series eventually turned into “TV that will make you uncomfortably bloodthirsty indeed”. While the Telegraph described it as…
European markets close higher ahead of Christmas shutdown; Novo Nordisk resumes recovery
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Houthis claim to have targeted Ben Gurion airport after Israel hits Sana’a
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Famine Warning for Northern Gaza Draws U.S. Rebuke and Raises Questions
Middle East Crisis Advertisement Supported by The dispute highlights the difficulties with data collection in Gaza that have hampered humanitarian efforts since the war began. By Ephrat Livni A U.S. diplomat on Tuesday slammed a new report on food security in the Gaza Strip that said famine was “highly likely” in part of the enclave,…
Spurs could have no fit centre-back after Davies ‘setback’
Tottenham could be without any fit centre-backs for Sunday’s Premier League game against Wolves after Ben Davies suffered a setback in his recovery. The Wales international, 31, has been out since 5 December with a hamstring injury. Davies had been nearing a return, but manager Ange Postecoglou said on Friday: “No, he is ruled out.…
How F1 teams are turning to AI to improve performance on the track
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Israeli forces raid Gaza hospital after staff reported killed in strike
Staff arrested, injured and killed as Israeli forces burn departments and attack buildings surrounding one of the area’s last remaining hospitals, says director A fire has broken out at one of northern Gaza’s only functioning hospitals, while medics and patients have been forced to leave by Israeli forces, who raided the hospital on Friday morning,…
Italian Journalist Is Detained While Reporting in Iran
Advertisement Supported by Cecilia Sala, 29, was arrested on Dec. 19, but news of her detention only became public on Friday. The reason for the arrest of Ms. Sala, a well-known reporter, has not been made public. By Emma Bubola Reporting from Rome A prominent Italian journalist was arrested in Iran and jailed in the…
Eagles, ice & pyro – inside rugby’s biggest show
Harlequins have staged their Big Game spectacular at Twickenham’s Allianz Stadium since 2008 Gallagher Premiership: Harlequins v Leicester Venue: Allianz Stadium, Twickenham Date: Saturday, 28 December Kick-off: 18:00 GMT Coverage: Listen on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, BBC Sounds and the BBC Sport website and app, and read the match report on the BBC Sport…
Asian stocks had a strong 2024 — but this market was the clear winner, thanks to a tech rally
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Officials claim Israeli military ‘burning’ Kamal Adwan hospital after forced evacuation of patients – as it happened
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Thursday Briefing: Rebel Factions Try to Unite Syria
Advertisement Newsletter Plus, “Squid Game” returns. By Gaya Gupta A number of rebel factions agreed to dissolve and be integrated under the defense ministry, according to the Syrian state-run news service. Trying to establish a single national military is the latest step to consolidate control by the fighters who overthrew the country’s leader, Bashar al-Assad.…
Smith century puts Australia on top against India
This video can not be played Cummins gets Rahul with ‘brilliant’ ball as Australia dominate India Border-Gavaskar Trophy, fourth Test, day two, Melbourne Australia 474: Smith 140, Labuschagne 72, Konstas 60, Khawaja 57; Bumrah 4-99, Jadeja 4-78) India 164-5: (Jaiswal 82, Kohli 36; Boland 2-24, Cummins 2-57) India trail by 310 runs Scorecard Steve Smith…
How Gen X and millennials are changing the face of the traditional family office as they inherit over $80 trillion
As the baton of wealth is inherited by younger generations, the heirs of wealthy families are taking a more active role in the impact they seek to create in the world by using the traditionally monolithic family office for more innovative, value-based investments. The great wealth transfer is in full swing as over $100 trillion…
‘Let’s see who will be leaving’: Georgia’s presidential standoff nears crunch point
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Hanukkah in Pictures: Keeping the Flame Alive
Jews around the globe lit the first of eight candles on Wednesday and came together to celebrate and reflect on their history. The first candle of Hanukkah was lit by rabbis at the Western Wall in Jerusalem, as they gathered in joint prayer with families of hostages held in Gaza.Credit…Abir Sultan/EPA, via Shutterstock Supported by…
Heta hits nine-darter but is latest seed out of Worlds
Damon Heta hit a nine-darter but became the 15th seed to be knocked out early at Alexandra Palace Ninth seed Damon Heta hit a nine-darter but was knocked out by Englishman Luke Woodhouse in the third round of the PDC World Championship. The Australian celebrated wildly after hitting double 12 to complete the perfect leg…
AI and crypto drove gains in this year’s top 5 tech stocks
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Pope urges the world to put down arms, ‘overcome divisions’ in Christmas message
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‘Guayaquil Four’ boys missing in Ecuador pose challenge to president
Protests have erupted nationwide after disappearance of boys not seen since they were approached by soldiers The disappearance of four boys in Ecuador after they came into contact with the armed forces is posing a severe challenge to President Daniel Noboaâs âwar on drugsâ. The four â all black, aged between 11 and 15, and…
Five Journalists Killed in Israeli Strike in Gaza, Palestinian Officials Say
Middle East Crisis Advertisement Supported by The Israeli military said it had struck a vehicle containing a “terrorist cell” in the Nuseirat area of Gaza. By Yan Zhuang and Rawan Sheikh Ahmad Five journalists working for a network associated with a Palestinian militant group were killed early Thursday when their vehicle was hit by an…
Amorim knows job in ‘danger’ without victories
This video can not be played ‘I know that every manager is in danger’ Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says the vast expense of bringing him in will not shield him from the sack if he fails to produce a winning team. While United sources stress there is total support for the new boss…
News Review of the Year 2024
Amol Rajan and Nick Robinson look back at the year with Today presenters past and present. Read more now playing News Review of the Year 2024 Amol Rajan and Nick Robinson look back at the year with Today presenters past and present. Bonus – Sir Sajid Javid guest edits Today Ex-Conservative Chancellor Sir Sajid Javid…
‘I work alone in my pub because of staff shortages’
Closing entire floors of hotel rooms and offering a £500 reward for new staff are just some of the ways hospitality owners in rural areas say they’ve had to cope with an ongoing “recruitment crisis”. Hotel and restaurant owners said despite things easing in recent months, they still regularly struggle to find enough staff, resulting…
The Nigerian watch-lover lost in time
Ticking is the predominant sound inside Bala Muhammad’s tiny watch-repair shop, tucked away on a bustling street in the northern Nigerian city of Kaduna. It is like a time capsule from a different era with numerous clocks hanging on the wall and small tables at the entrance full of his tools and watches in various…
‘I’m 27, and my disability admin feels like a full-time job’
Sofia Brizo spends four hours a day on what she calls “disability admin”. The 27-year-old PHD student, who has cerebral palsy, said she needed to spend that time on making accommodations and planning alternatives, because “the world is not accessible.” Disability Wales said disabled people endured an “immense and often daunting” amount of administration. A…
The Papers: ‘Tory war with Farage’ and Just Stop Oil ‘hypocrites’
There are a range of stories on the front of Friday’s post-Christmas newspapers. Former Tory Justice Secretary David Gauke tells the Times that thousands of prisoners should be moved to low security jails to tackle the overcrowding crisis. Gauke says England and Wales should emulate Spain – which allows many inmates to work and study…
Russia warns against ‘hypotheses’ after Azerbaijan Airlines crash
The Russian government has cautioned against promoting “hypotheses” about the cause of the crash of a Russia-bound passenger plane that killed 38 people in Kazakhstan on Wednesday. Some aviation experts suggested that the Azerbaijan Airlines plane had been hit by air defence systems over the Russian republic of Chechnya and pro-government media in Azerbaijan quote…
National Trust warns UK’s most precious heritage at risk from extreme weather
Storms and flooding have damaged some of the UK’s most precious heritage, according to the National Trust – the UK’s biggest conservation charity. It says extreme weather is taking a toll on the estates it manages in England and Wales, with many mature trees brought down and flooding damaging buildings and gardens. Warm, wet conditions…
Call the Midwife creator: ‘People tell me birth stories in the supermarket’
Call the Midwife creator Heidi Thomas is used to being told unexpected things over her shopping trolley. “I was in the supermarket, and a woman came up and said, ‘I gave birth standing up’,” she laughs. “What am I going to do with that?” Probably more than you might think, given she’s behind the popular…
Two die in Sydney to Hobart yacht race
Two people taking part in Australia’s annual Sydney to Hobart yacht race have died in separate incidents, according to police. Both crew members died in separate incidents after being hit by a boom – the large pole attached horizontally to the bottom of a sail. The event’s organisers said the incidents happened on the Flying…
The cafe helping prisoners escape a life of crime
A former prisoner is enjoying his first festive period at home in years, after working in a cafe helped him to earn his freedom. Lee Jack was serving a prison sentence for his involvement in drugs and organised crime, before being granted parole earlier in December this year. In the months before his release, he’d…
Elon Musk’s ‘social experiment on humanity’: How X evolved in 2024
Billionaire Elon Musk has hailed Twitter as a bastion for freedom of expression ever since he acquired the social media site two years ago. But over the course of 2024, X, as it is now called, has evolved from what felt like a communal town square into a polarised hub where views and posts seem…
Charities to get £15m to save surplus farm food
Charities, food banks and homeless shelters are to receive access to a £15m fund from the government to help use surplus farm food. Set to be launched in 2025 the scheme will give grants of £20,000 or more to the not-for-profit food redistribution sector in England. It continues a pledge by Prime Minister Sir Keir…
Machine guns and pistols among firearms lost by MoD
A pistol, rifle and deactivated World War One machine gun were among the items lost or stolen from Ministry of Defence facilities over the past two years. Figures uncovered by the Liberal Democrats show more than 700 phones, laptops, computers and USB sticks also went missing over the period. The party’s defence spokesperson Helen Maguire…
‘Dating for homes saved me £20,000 on holidays’
Inviting a stranger to stay in your home might seem like the opposite of a relaxing holiday, but for some travellers house exchanges are worth taking the leap of faith. “It’s just like dating for homes,” Liz Barlow tells me. Aged 70, the semi-retired management consultant has 31 home swaps under her belt and estimates…
Ukraine captures injured North Korean soldier, says Seoul
Ukrainian forces have captured an injured North Korean soldier who was sent to support Russia’s war, South Korea’s spy agency confirmed Friday. The soldier is believed to be the first North Korean prisoner of war captured since December, when Pyongyang deployed forces to support Russia’s war in Ukraine. The confirmation comes after a photo purporting…
Farage and Badenoch clash over membership figures
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has accused Nigel Farage of “fakery” over Reform UK membership numbers, after his party said they had surpassed the Tories in signed-up members. A digital tracker on Reform’s website shows its membership numbers have overtaken the 131,680 figure declared by the Conservatives earlier this year. Badenoch said Reform’s counter was “coded…
Israeli attack grounds UN health chief in Yemen
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) and other UN staff were at Yemen’s international airport in Sanaa on Thursday during Israeli air strikes which are reported to have killed at least six people. WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said they were about to board a plane when the attacks began. Houthi-run Saba…
Air Tragedy: Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Crash in Kazakhstan Leaves Dozens Dead
The aircraft was carrying between 69 and 72 people, including five crew members. This tragic accident resulted in at least 38 fatalities and 32 survivors, of whom 29 have been hospitalized, with 11 in critical but stable condition.
Assassination of Russian General Igor Kirillov: An Attack Escalates Tensions Between Russia and Ukraine
On December 18, 2024, Lieutenant General Igor Kirillov, head of Russia’s Radiological, Chemical, and Biological Defense Forces, was killed in Moscow following the explosion of a bomb placed on an electric scooter near his residence.
Christmas in Bethlehem: A City Marked by the War in Gaza
Bethlehem, known worldwide as the birthplace of Jesus, faces an atypical and somber Christmas due to the impact of the war in Gaza. For the second consecutive year, this city, a symbol of peace and hope, experiences the holiday season amidst uncertainty, economic crisis, and desolation.
Pope Francis Cancels Angelus Appearance Due to Severe Cold
Pope Francis has decided not to participate in the traditional Angelus prayer from the window of the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican due to a severe cold. Instead, he will lead the prayer from the chapel at Casa Santa Marta, his residence within the Vatican, in an effort to prioritize his health ahead of the…
Tragedy in the Democratic Republic of Congo: Ferry Capsizing Leaves Dozens Dead and Over 100 Missing
On December 20, 2024, an overloaded ferry carrying traders and families returning home for Christmas celebrations capsized on the Busira River in the Équateur province, northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
The Main Changes in the U.S. Social Security System for 2025: Increases, Rules, and Updates
Starting in 2025, the U.S. Social Security System will introduce several changes that will affect millions of beneficiaries, retirees, and active workers. These adjustments aim to ensure the system’s sustainability, address inflation, and improve service efficiency. Below are the main changes you need to know to be prepared.
Impeachment of South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol After Declaring Martial Law
In a historic event for South Korea, President Yoon Suk-yeol has been impeached after the country’s Parliament approved a motion for his removal. The decision was triggered by the controversial declaration of martial law on December 3, 2024, which was seen as a violation of the Constitution and an attempt to restrict the democratic rights…
The Fall of Bashar al-Assad: The End of an Era in Syria and the Beginning of a New Chapter
After more than five decades of Assad family rule, the regime of Bashar al-Assad in Syria has officially collapsed. The fall occurred following a decisive offensive by rebel forces, which culminated in the capture of Damascus on December 8, 2024. Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia, where he has been granted political asylum, putting an end…
Serious Escalation of Violence in Guanajuato: 50 Police Officers Killed in 2024, Including Three Custodian Brothers
The violence against security forces in Guanajuato, Mexico, has reached alarming levels in 2024. To date, 50 police officers have been killed, making Guanajuato the state with the highest number of fallen officers in the country. The recent execution of three brothers who served as custodians at the León Center for Social Reintegration (Cereso) has…
Donald Trump returns to the international stage after his re-election
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has made a strong comeback on the international scene following his recent re-election. In his first public appearance in this new role, Trump attended the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, a symbolic event marking the restoration of one of Europe’s most iconic monuments after the devastating fire of…
The lawyer for the Arrieta family explodes after the latest move by the Sancho family!
The case of Daniel Sancho, son of actor Rodolfo Sancho, continues to generate controversy and tension following his conviction to life imprisonment in Thailand for the murder and dismemberment of Colombian surgeon Edwin Arrieta. The situation has taken a new turn after the reaction of the lawyer for the victim’s family, who has not hidden…
Pedro Sánchez Announces the Celebration of “Spain in Freedom” in 2025: A Commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the End of Franco’s Regime
In a move that has already sparked intense political debate, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has announced the celebration of “Spain in Freedom” in 2025. This event will commemorate the 50th anniversary of Francisco Franco’s death and mark five decades since Spain’s transition to democracy.
Portuguese-Style Hidden Cod
The Hidden Cod is a traditional Portuguese recipe, perfect for special occasions such as Christmas or an elegant family dinner. This exquisite dish combines tender cod, crispy potatoes, and the intense flavor of caramelized vegetables, all perfectly gratinéed for an impressive result.
Myths, Legends, and Superstitions About Black Cats: History, Connection with Witches, and Their Symbolism in Popular Culture
Black cats have been the subject of myths, legends, and superstitions throughout history. Their figure has been surrounded by mystery, fear, fascination, and, in many cases, persecution. From adoration in Ancient Egypt to their connection with witches in the Middle Ages, black cats have been seen as symbols of good luck, embodiments of the devil,…