JWST Sees Hints of an Atmosphere on a Potentially Habitable Exoplanet
Hints of Atmosphere on Earth-Sized Exoplanet Raise Hopes for Life A monumental sign of an atmosphere on TRAPPIST-1e could be the precursor to finally finding a living world around another star By Jonathan O’Callaghan edited by Lee Billings This artist’s concept shows the volatile red dwarf star TRAPPIST-1 and its four most closely orbiting planets, […]
How to See Faster-Than-Light Motion
The UniverseFridays How to See Faster-Than-Light Motion Superluminal velocities are common but illusory By Phil Plait edited by Clara Moskowitz The light echo around the star V838 Monocerotis as seen by the Hubble Space Telescope in November 2005. Stay connected to The Universe: Get email alerts for this weekly column by Phil Plait When I […]
How Many Planets Orbit Our Nearest Neighboring Star?
New Instrument Checks on Proxima Centauri’s Planets Fresh results from near-infrared instruments foretell a bright future for finding life elsewhere in the Milky Way By Ivan Farkas edited by Lee Billings An artist’s impression of the Proxima Centauri system, with the planets Proxima b and Proxima d—the latter confirmed by the NIRPS planet-hunting instrument. Some […]
Starship’s 10th flight breaks streak of bad luck
Nell Greenfieldboyce SpaceX’s massive Starship rocket racked up some much-needed successes on its 10th test flight, hitting key test objectives and breaking a streak of failures that bedeviled the spaceship this year. The silver and black two-stage rocket, which stands about 400 feet tall, blasted off from the SpaceX facility in south Texas near Boca […]
SpaceX Successfully Launches Starship Spacecraft After String of Mishaps
SpaceX Successfully Launches Starship Spacecraft after String of Mishaps Overcoming three recent failed tries, Elon Musk’s rocket company successfully flew its reusable jumbo booster and upper-stage Starship spacecraft By Dan Vergano edited by Clara Moskowitz An earlier SpaceX Starship and Super Heavy booster are moved to the launch pad at Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas. […]
Do they mean us? Mexicans bemused as Emilia Pérez sweeps film awards
Film largely praised by international critics but Mexicans ridiculed idea that it represents their country A musical about a Mexican cartel boss who fakes their death, transitions and is reborn as a heroine searching for the forcibly disappeared is sweeping international film awards, but prompted amusement and outrage in Mexico. Emilia Pérez, directed by Jacques…
Berries, creek water and two muesli bars: how missing hiker survived in Kosciuszko national park
After almost two weeks missing in the rugged Australian Alps, Hadi Nazari has been found alive It’s some of Australia’s harshest, most unforgiving terrain. In Kosciuszko national park, the bush can be so thick in places you can’t see far beyond what’s in front of your face. The ranges are steep and remote. Extreme UV…
Paris Jackson Celebrates 5 Years of Sobriety With Moving Message
Paris Jackson, the only daughter of Michael Jackson, marked a milestone in her ongoing sobriety journey from alcohol and heroin. Paris Jackson is celebrating another chapter in her sobriety journey. The only daughter of the late Michael Jackson marked five years sober from alcohol and heroin with a powerful message about what it means to…
What legacy will Bibby Stockholm asylum barge leave behind?
The cost of the Bibby Stockholm will no longer fall on the taxpayer or the Home Office by the end of the week, the BBC understands. Since July 2023, the barge has been moored at Portland Port in Dorset, and until the end of November, was housing just under 500 men awaiting the outcome of…
A Far-Right Government in Austria Would Be a Jolt, but Not Unexpected
News analysis The Freedom Party and its leader, Herbert Kickl, have steadily built support by demonizing immigrants, while entering Austria’s political mainstream. By Jim Tankersley and Christopher F. Schuetze Reporting from Berlin The political party on the verge of leading Austria would take an already conservative country into a growing group of nations shifting to…
Bezos’ Blue Origin is nearing liftoff on the 1st flight of its newest, biggest rocket
By Scott Neuman A massive new rocket developed by Blue Origin, the private space firm founded by billionaire Jeff Bezos, is on the pad at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida and ready for its maiden flight as early as Friday, the company has confirmed. “This is our first flight and we’ve prepared rigorously…
Allison Holker Details Stephen “tWitch” Boss’ Final Words to Daughter
Allison Holker, whose husband Stephen “tWitch” Boss died by suicide in 2022, revealed the devastating final words that the late Ellen DeGeneres Show producer said to their daughter Weslie. Allison Holker is sharing more about Stephen “tWitch” Boss’ final days. The 36-year-old—who shared kids Weslie, 16, Maddox, 8, and Zaia, 5, with the late Ellen…
‘Run for your lives!’ LA residents abandon cars to flee fire on foot
Screaming Los Angeles residents left their cars behind to flee a fast-moving wildfire as it closed in on a picturesque celebrity enclave, eyewitnesses said, describing scenes straight out of a Hollywood disaster movie. A windstorm whipped a seemingly typical brush fire into a raging inferno within a matter of hours on Tuesday, sending the blaze…
France warns Donald Trump against threatening EU ‘sovereign borders’
Foreign minister hits out after US president-elect refuses to rule out military action to take control of Greenland France has warned Donald Trump against threatening the “sovereign borders” of the European Union after the US president-elect refused to rule out military action to take control of Greenland, an autonomous territory of EU member Denmark. The…
Bid to halt child safeguarding bill sickening, says Phillipson
Pushing for a new national inquiry into grooming gangs by halting the progress of a bill aimed at bolstering child safety is “utterly sickening”, the education secretary has said. Bridget Phillipson told the BBC the Tory Party’s plan to bring forward an amendment to the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill “would kill it stone dead”.…
Top Tory claims Elon Musk ‘may have saved humanity’ as Starmer attacks Badenoch over child safety – UK politics live
Good morning. Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch will be in the Commons today for the first PMQs of 2025 and the Tory calls for national inquiry into grooming gangs will continue to be near the top of the news agenda. That is because Badenoch is pushing for a vote on the children’s wellbeing and schools…
Here’s Why I Bought the Uniqlo Puffer Over a North Face Puffer
As a NY shopping editor, I’ve tested countless puffers. Here’s why I always say name brands don’t automatically equal quality, plus more synthetic and natural options I loved. E! may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Learn more. As a New York shopping editor, I’ve tested countless puffers—and I can confidently say…
What to know about the wildfires spreading through Southern California
By Ayana Archie More than 4,000 acres of land are burning in Southern California from three wildfires, forcing tens of thousands of people to evacuate. With firefighters having not contained any portion of the fires and high winds forecast overnight, anxiety grew over what conditions residents and officials will face as Wednesday breaks. Here’s what…
Sofía Vergara Reveals She’s Manifesting a Boyfriend in 2025
In a recent interview, the Modern Family actress—who split from her husband, Joe Manganiello, in July 2023—revealed she’s manifesting a “boyfriend” or “lover” in the new year. Sofia Vergara may not have walked away from the 2025 Golden Globes with a trophy in hand, but she’s eyeing a bigger prize. Asked what she has her…
How Bodyguards Are Keeping South Korea’s President Yoon From Detention
South Korea Turmoil President Yoon Suk Yeol’s security service stopped an effort to detain him on insurrection charges and has vowed to do so again. Its roots are in the era of military dictatorships. By Choe Sang-Hun Reporting from Seoul South Korea’s Presidential Security Service, an agency assigned to protect the president, prides itself on being…
‘To break America, rugby must learn to love its stars’
Michael Yormark, far left, with Roc Nation clients and South Africa internationals Cheslin Kolbe, Siya Kolisi, Jordan Hendrikse and Aphelele Fassi Rugby must learn to love its stars if an unprecedented push to break the United States is to succeed, according to the agents who represent some of the sport’s biggest names and America’s most…
UK weather live: Met Office weather warning for snow in southern England comes into force
Good morning and welcome to the Guardian’s live coverage of the UK’s freezing weather. A fresh weather warning is set to come into force as it is revealed that 300 properties have flooded across England since New Year’s Eve, reports the PA news agency. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow…
What Sets the SAG Awards Apart From the Rest
Before Joey King and Cooper Koch reveal the nominees for the 2025 SAG Awards Jan. 8, we’re sharing what makes the honor extra special. The Actor trophies will be dispersed at the Feb. 23 ceremony. There’s nothing quite like being recognized by your peers. Winning an Oscar, Emmy or a Golden Globe comes with an undeniable…
Missing hiker found after 13 days in Australian mountains
A hiker who went missing for nearly two weeks in New South Wales, Australia has been found alive, having survived on foraged berries and two muesli bars. Medical student Hadi Nazari went missing on Boxing Day after he wandered off to take photos during a hike with his friends in Kosciuszko National Park in the…
Hadi Nazari: hiker missing in Kosciuszko national park since Boxing Day found alive
Hadi Nazari, 23, found after going missing two weeks ago, discovered two muesli bars at a hut while lost, police say A 23-year-old hiker missing since Boxing Day in the remote Kosciuszko national park has been found alive. Hadi Nazari stumbled into the path of a group of hikers at about 3.15pm on Wednesday, on…
Former Cambodian Opposition Member Lim Kimya Killed in Bangkok
The shock killing of a former Cambodian politician stoked safety fears that Thailand is no refuge for those fleeing autocracy. By Hannah Beech Reporting from Bangkok The killer was waiting by a noodle stand on Tuesday afternoon, on a busy street in Bangkok, with foreign backpackers milling around. When the bus traveling from the border…
Jake Johnson Shares Message to Aubrey Plaza’s Late Husband Jeff Baena
Four days after Jeff Baena, husband of Aubrey Plaza, died by suicide at age 47, Jake Johnson honored his Joshy collaborator and friend with a bittersweet tribute, writing, “I love you Jeff.” Jake Johnson is remembering his late friend. Four days after Jeff Baena, husband of Aubrey Plaza, died by suicide at age 47, the…
Wednesday briefing: What Elon Musk’s focus on grooming gangs reveals about alt-right online discourse
Good morning. What is a news story in the UK? Whatever Elon Musk says it is. That is the conclusion you might draw, anyway, from the influence of the billionaire Trump adviser’s posts on X claiming that “a quarter-million little girls were – still are – being systematically raped by migrant gangs in Britain”, and…
‘Unfair’ to call parents into school to change nappies
Parents being called into school to change children’s pull-ups and nappies is “unfair”, one father has said. Blaenau Gwent council has said teachers and school staff will no longer change pupils who have wet or soiled themselves due to “very high levels of pupils coming to school in nappies”. But one charity said it was…
Mahout charged after elephant kills tourist in Thailand
Thai police have charged a mahout after an elephant in his care killed a Spanish tourist last week. Theerayut Inthaphudkij, 38, was charged with negligence causing death, local authorities said Monday. The tourist – 22-year-old Blanca Ojanguren García – sustained a head injury after being shoved by the elephant while she was bathing the animal.…
Labour hopes ‘new deal for farmers’ can reset relationship with industry
Steve Reed to announce focus on making farming ‘more profitable and sustainable’ at Oxford Farming Conference The government is aiming to reset its relationship with farmers with what it describes as a “new deal” for the industry. Farmers have protested in their tens of thousands after controversial changes were made to agricultural inheritance tax and…
Palisades Fire: Spencer Pratt & Heidi Montag’s House Burns Down
During the Palisades fire in Los Angeles Jan. 7, The Hills alums Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag sadly had their home burn down, but were able to escape the wildfire, spurred by winds of up to 80 mph. Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag have lost their home. The Hills alums were able to safely evacuate…
Meghan Markle Mourns Death of Beloved Dog Guy
Meghan Markle shared a heartbreaking tribute to her late dog, Guy, noting she “cried too many tears to count” following his death. Meghan Markle has lost a faithful friend. The Duchess of Sussex announced the death of her dog, Guy, sharing a montage of photos and videos of her adored pet alongside her family, including…
‘I can’t get divorced as I can’t get my pension valued’
“I thought I was done crying,” says teacher Amy Goldsmith. “I’m two and a half years into my world having been turned upside down and I would very much like that to be over.” Like hundreds of other teachers, Amy is stuck, unable to go ahead with her divorce because of long delays working out…
Communist spies and assassination attempts: how the cold war still shapes South Korean politics
Attitudes to North Korea are key to understanding President Yoon Suk Yeol’s attempt to impose martial law and its aftermath As South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol remains barricaded in his residence facing arrest, his descent from star prosecutor to isolated leader reveals a deeper story about a cold war-era ideology that continues to shape…
First international commercial flight since Assad’s ouster lands in Syria
By The Associated Press DAMASCUS, Syria — The first international commercial flight since the fall of former Syrian President Bashar Assad landed Tuesday at the Damascus airport. The Qatar Airways flight landed at Damascus International Airport, greeted by the passengers’ relatives and friends inside a terminal building. Ashad al-Suleibi, head of Syria’s Air Transport Authority,…
Men on secret 1970s pro-paedophile list could still work with children today
A secret list of more than 300 people who belonged to a network that called publicly for the legalisation of sex with children has been handed to the BBC. A small number of those named on the list may still have contact with children through paid work or volunteering, the BBC has discovered. They were…
The UN wants to influence a pluralist Syria – but will the country listen?
Syrians are suspicious after allegations of complicity with the brutal Assad regime during 14 years of civil war The UN special envoy for Syria will urge the security council to back a transition to a pluralist democratic Syria, but faces resistance within the country. The interim government fears the lifting of sanctions will be tied…
Stephen “tWitch” Boss’ Brother & Friend Slam Allison Holker’s Tell-All
Stephen “tWitch” Boss’ brother Dré Rose weighed in on Allison Holker’s upcoming memoir, which details the late dancer’s struggles with drug addiction and mental health. Stephen “tWitch” Boss‘ family and friends are taking issue with his widow Allison Holker. Just over two years after the Ellen DeGeneres Show star died by suicide in December 2022, his wife of nine…
In Tibet, Earthquake Survivors Face Freezing Weather Conditions
Rescuers rushed to distribute blankets and tents to those displaced by the magnitude-7.1 quake that struck Tibetan villages near Nepal, toppling over 3,000 homes. By Tiffany May Rescuers working in subzero conditions and bracing winds searched the rubble on Wednesday after a strong quake in Tibet toppled thousands of houses in a remote area near…
Wicked Star Marissa Bode’s Girlfriend Speaks Out on Public Attention
Wicked star Marissa Bode’s girlfriend Lauren “Wren” Brooks got candid about what it’s really been like to see her partner’s rise to stardom up close. They deserve each other—Marissa Bode and her girlfriend, Lauren “Wren” Brooks. Amid the Wicked actress’s newfound stardom, Wren got candid about the highs and lows of experiencing fame up close…
The Papers: ‘Meta reins in fact-checking’ and A&E ‘flu crisis’
The Financial Times says the change will help the social media giant to build bridges with Donald Trump as he prepares to return to the White House. It also notes that the move brings Meta’s boss, Mark Zuckerberg, into closer alignment with his fellow social media billionaire, Elon Musk, who slashed content moderation after buying…
Gaza Cola launched by Palestinian activist to rebuild destroyed hospital
Sales of fizzy drink from London hoped to raise money and send a message to big firms ‘investing in armed trade’ Gaza’s healthcare is on the brink of “total collapse”, according to the UN, because of the targeting of hospitals by Israel. While it is still impossible to say how much time and money it…
BBC Sound of 2025: Barry Can’t Swim is a new dance music superstar
Scottish producer Barry Can’t Swim is one of the new superstars of dance music, his colourful and woozy grooves winning over packed crowds from Glastonbury to Coachella, and earning Brit Award and Mercury Prize nominations in 2024. Now, he has started the new year with another accolade – after coming third on the BBC’s Sound…
Brisbane traffic congestion ranked 10th worst in world but experts question ‘black box’ analysis
Academics say traffic scorecard uses ‘rogue metric’ which may make Brisbane’s congestion appear as bad as Los Angeles and Jakarta Brisbane ranks among the world’s most congested cities – ahead of sprawling megacities like Bangkok and well in front of Sydney and Melbourne – according to a transport analytics report. “This is a rogue metric,”…
How To Get Rid of Back & Chest Acne According to an Expert
The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. Acne is so annoying. Whether you’re a teenager navigating inflammatory and cystic acne, in your 20s dealing with hormonal acne, or an adult acne sufferer trying to fade acne scars, nobody actually wants a pimple. And it’s…
Ruby Franke’s Daughter Details “Scary” Abuse and Punishment
Ruby Franke’s oldest daughter Shari Franke spoke out about her mistreatment at the hands of the parenting influencer, who is serving prison time for second-degree aggravated child abuse. Content warning: This story discusses child abuse. Ruby Franke‘s daughter is speaking out about her traumatic childhood. Nearly two years after the parenting influencer was arrested on…
Rolls-Royce factory to expand for more bespoke cars
Luxury carmaker Rolls-Royce will expand its Goodwood factory and global headquarters to meet the growing demand for bespoke models. It will invest more than £300 million so it can build more highly-customised versions of its cars for its super-rich clientele. The 120-year old British brand came under full control of German carmaker BMW in 2003…
Fast-moving wildfire destroys homes as strong winds hit southern California
Fire quickly consumed hundreds of acres in the Pacific Palisades, an affluent community north of Santa Monica A fast-moving wildfire erupted in Los Angeles county on Tuesday, quickly consuming nearly 3,000 acres and destroying homes in an affluent community along the Pacific Ocean. Late Tuesday evening, new evacuations were ordered in a different part of…
Ryan Reynolds Makes First Appearance Since Blake Lively’s Lawsuit
Ryan Reynolds stepped out for the first time since his wife Blake Lively filed a formal lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, attending the National Board Awards in New York City on Jan. 7. Ryan Reynolds is making time for a marvelous night out. The Deadpool actor stepped out for his first public appearance since news broke…
Rolls-Royce to invest £300m in expansion of Goodwood factory
Luxury carmaker driven to meet demand for bespoke upgrades, after recording third-highest annual sales in 2024 Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has said it will invest £300m in expanding its Goodwood factory in West Sussex to meet the growing demand for bespoke upgrades, after the luxury carmaker recorded its third-highest annual sales in 2024. The investment will…
Meghan ‘devastated’ after death of rescue dog
The Duchess of Sussex has said she is “devastated” following the death of her dog, Guy. In a post on Instagram, Meghan said had “cried too many tears to count” over the dog’s passing and thanked him for “so many years of unconditional love”. The duchess said she had adopted the beagle from an animal…
The Viral Bissell Steam Cleaner Removes Stains in Seconds & I’m Amazed
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Labour says cap on school uniform items could save families £50 a child
Government plans to limit branded student kit to three articles, plus a tie, from September 2026 in England Plans to cap the number of branded uniform items schools in England can require to three, plus a tie, could save families more than £50 a child, with additional annual savings of £450 from free breakfast clubs…
Rising costs force ‘difficult choices’ on schools
Head teachers say they face “difficult choices” over what their schools can afford, as a new report says they could be forced into further cuts next year. The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) says costs will outpace funding for schools in 2025-26. Schools say that means they will struggle to fund the government’s proposed pay…
DWTS’ Gleb Savchenko Tells Brooks Nader He’s Ready for Baby No. 3
Dancing With the Stars pro Gleb Savchenko—who shares two kids with ex Elena Samodanova—joked that he wants to have a baby with his girlfriend Brooks Nader, saying, “I think I’m ready for a 3rd one.” Apparently Gleb Savchenko is ready to take his romance with Brooks Nader to the next level. The Dancing With the…
Schools in England face ‘death by a thousand cuts’, headteachers say
Rising costs likely to outstrip funding in coming year, despite recent injections of additional money Schools in England are facing “death by a thousand cuts”, headteachers have said, after a leading economics thinktank said rising costs are likely to outstrip funding in the coming year, despite recent injections of additional money. Without more ambitious government…
‘Music is back’ as sales hit a 20-year high
Captivated by major new releases from Taylor Swift, Coldplay and Billie Eilish, music fans in the UK spent more on recorded music in 2024 than ever before, new figures show. Streaming subscriptions and vinyl sales shot up, with consumers spending a total of £2.4 bn over the last 12 months. That overtakes the previous high…
November inflation rises to 2.3% amid speculation over pre-election interest rate cut from RBA
Economists had predicted a November annual CPI inflation figure within the Reserve Bank of Australia’s preferred 2% to 3% target range The monthly inflation rate rose to 2.3% in November, according to the latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics. The underlying inflation rate – the Reserve Bank’s preferred measure for prices – has…
Luxury Hair Care Finds Under $50
Want salon-quality hair without breaking the bank? These budget-friendly hair care picks deliver the same luxurious results as high-end products—at a fraction of the price! The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. There’s no better feeling than coming home from the hair salon with…
How Canada’s immigration debate soured – and helped seal Trudeau’s fate
Immigration has long been a polarising issue in the West but Canada mostly avoided it – until now. With protests and campaign groups springing up in certain quarters, some argue that this – together with housing shortages and rising rents – contributed to Justin Trudeau’s resignation. But could Donald Trump’s arrival inflame it further? At…
Former Cambodian opposition politician shot dead in Bangkok – reports
A gunman on a motorcycle opened fire on the dual Cambodian-French national as he arrived in Thai capital from Cambodia’s Siem Reap A former Cambodian opposition MP and French citizen was shot dead by a gunman on a motorcycle in Bangkok on Tuesday, according to Thai media. “Lim Kimya… died at the scene. Officers with…
Justin Baldoni’s Lawyer Reacts to Alleged Diss in Deadpool & Wolverine
Justin Baldoni’s lawyer commented on the alleged dig made by Ryan Reynolds in Deadpool & Wolverine amid wife Blake Lively’s legal battle over It Ends With Us. Justin Baldoni‘s lawyer is taking issue with Deadpool & Wolverine. While discussing the It Ends With Us star and director’s legal troubles with costar Blake Lively, Baldoni’s lawyer Bryan Freedman commented on what he believes…
David Dobrik Shares Before-and-After Pics of Major Body Transformation
YouTuber David Dobrik revealed the before-and-after of his recent fitness transformation in a series of photos and videos. See the results of his jaw-dropping glow-up. David Dobrik is hitting the like button on the results of his fitness journey. To kick off the new year, the YouTuber revealed before-and-after photos of the major body transformation…
Foreign tourists among three dead after Rottnest Island seaplane crash, WA premier says
Privately owned Cessna 208 Caravan 675 plane was carrying seven people when it crashed off Western Australia coast Three people have died after a seaplane crashed near Western Australia’s popular tourist destination Rottnest Island with seven people on board. The privately owned Cessna 208 Caravan 675 seaplane is believed to have struck a small limestone…