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Ginnifer Goodwin Makes Rare Comments About Her & Josh Dallas’ Kids
Ginnifer Goodwin exclusively gave E! News rare insight into her and husband Josh Dallas’ parenting of their sons Oliver and Hugo as the boys made their red carpet debut at the Zootopia 2 premiere. Once upon a time, Snow White and Prince Charming brought their kids into the spotlight. For nine years, Ginnifer Goodwin and Josh…
Anger in South Africa after Palestinians held on plane for 12 hours
Authorities held 153 passengers, including children and a heavily pregnant woman, over travel documents South African authorities are facing heavy criticism after they held more than 150 Palestinians, including a woman who was nine months pregnant, on a plane for about 12 hours because of problems with their travel documents. A pastor who was allowed…
Doctor strike inflicting pain and misery on patients, says health secretary
Doctors going on strike again over pay is “inflicting pain and misery” on patients, says Health Secretary Wes Streeting. “We could do without this reckless action,” he said, adding it could harm patients. The five-day walkout in England by resident doctors, the new name for junior doctors, runs until 07:00 GMT on Wednesday. The doctors’…
ABCDEFG: You Have to Go See Kourtney Kardashian’s Sweet Family Photos
It’s all the small things that make Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker’s life with Mason, Penelope and Reign Disick, Landon, Alabama and Rocky Barker and Atiana De La Hoya so special. Kourtney Kardashian is just appreciating her bread—and her family with Travis Barker. When The Kardashians star, 46, and the blink-182 drummer tied the knot…
Reeves decides against raising income tax rates
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has decided against raising income tax rates at the Budget on 26 November. The move, as first reported in the Financial Times, will mean that Labour will not have to break its election manifesto pledge not to raise “the basic, higher or additional rates of income tax.” In recent weeks, Reeves had…
British-Egyptian activist stopped from flying to UK, says family
Egyptian authorities prevented Alaa Abd el-Fattah from attending human rights awards in London Alaa Abd el-Fattah, the British-Egyptian writer and human rights campaigner who was freed from jail in September, was stopped from flying to the UK by Egyptian passport control, his family has said. Abd el-Fattah was pardoned after more than 10 years in…
No-fault evictions to be banned in England from May
No-fault evictions will be outlawed in England from 1 May, the government confirmed, as it set out the timeline for sweeping renters’ reforms. The changes also see the end of fixed-term tenancy contracts, as renters move onto so-called “rolling” agreements, as well as an end to “bidding wars” and clearer rules on having pets. Landlords…
Cop30: ‘We will exterminate ourselves’ if we keep extracting fossil fuels, activists say – as it happened
An international group of activists here have issued impassioned pleas for a treaty to phase out fossil fuels, urging the Brazilian presidency of Cop30 to prod countries towards ending the era of coal, oil and gas that has caused the climate crisis. The proposed Fossil Fuel Treaty is already backed by 17 countries and advocates…
BBC apologises to Trump over Panorama edit but refuses to pay compensation
The corporation said the edit had given “the mistaken impression that President Trump had made a direct call for violent action” and said it would not show the 2024 programme again. The fallout from the scandal led to the resignations of BBC director general Tim Davie and head of news Deborah Turness on Sunday. BBC…
Blue Origin’s NASA Launch to Mars Is a Shot across the Bow for Elon Musk’s SpaceX
Blue Origin’s NASA Launch to Mars Is a Shot across the Bow for SpaceX After delays, Jeff Bezos’ rocket company successfully launched a NASA mission to study Mars on Thursday. By Claire Cameron edited by Lee Billings Join Our Community of Science Lovers! Blue Origin successfully launched — and partially landed — the company’s New…
This Viral $10 Oil Is Transforming Thin Hair—Fast
People say it makes hair grow faster and nails stronger—here’s why it’s trending. If your hairline has been creeping back and your strands feel thinner than usual, Amazon shoppers may have found your new holy grail—and it’s only $10. Cliganic’s Organic 100% Jojoba Oil has racked up over 68,000 five-star reviews, with users calling it…
State-sanctioned fuel smuggling cost Libya $20bn over three years – report
Policy body calls for western-backed investigation into oil officials known to be at heart of illegal enterprise A surge in state-sanctioned fuel smuggling between 2022 and 2024 cost the Libyan people about $20bn (£15bn) in lost revenue – an alarming sum that demands decisive international sanctions against those responsible, according to the most comprehensive report…
Epstein email says Andrew had photo taken with Virginia Giuffre
Jeffrey Epstein appears to have confirmed that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was photographed with Virginia Giuffre, according to a newly released email. Epstein’s account appears to contradict the former prince’s assertion that he never met Ms Giuffre and his longstanding suggestion that the image of him with his arm around her may have been doctored. The July…
The Epstein-Barr Virus May Cause Lupus
‘Mono’ Virus May Also Cause Lupus Early findings indicate that Epstein-Barr Virus may also cause the autoimmune disease lupus By Humberto Basilio edited by Tanya Lewis The Epstein-Barr virus, which causes mononucleosis, may also drive the autoimmune disorder lupus. Join Our Community of Science Lovers! For years scientists have suspected that the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)—a…
Council visited wrong home to check on Sara Sharif the day before murder
Council staff tried to check up on 10-year-old Sara Sharif the day before she was murdered by her father and stepmother, but went to the wrong address, a review has found. Sara was hooded, burned and beaten during a two-year period before her body was found at the family home in Woking, Surrey, in 2023.…
‘Utter hypocrisy’: tobacco firm lobbied against rules in Africa that are law in UK
British American Tobacco pushed Zambian ministers to drop or delay ad bans, health warnings and restrictions on flavoured products, letter shows British American Tobacco has been accused of “utter hypocrisy” for lobbying against tobacco control measures in Africa that are already in place in the UK. A letter seen by the Guardian, sent from the…
Kim Kardashian Reacts to O.J. Simpson’s Estate Selling Her Dad’s Bible
Kim Kardashian shared insight into how she tried to buy a Bible that her late dad Robert Kardashian Sr. had gifted to O.J. Simpson, whose estate ultimately rejected her offer of $15,000. All’s not fair for Kim Kardashian. The reality star had heated words upon learning that her attempt to purchase a Bible her late…
Dire warnings over aid and hunger following RSF’s capture of Sudanese city
Fears rise for displaced civilians as UN reports deteriorating situation and MSF warns of ‘staggering’ malnutrition There are grave fears for civilians who survived the capture of El Fasher by a Sudanese paramilitary group last month, as the UN warned relief operations were on the brink of collapse and an aid group said malnutrition in…
Golden Bachelor Season 2 Finale: Find Out If Mel Owens Got Engaged
During the Golden Bachelor season 2 finale Nov. 12, Mel Owens had to decide whether to give his final rose to Cindy Cullers or Peg Munson. Find out what happened during the dramatic final episode. There’s a new golden couple joining Bachelor Nation. During the season two finale of The Golden Bachelor Nov. 12, Mel…
CIA Kryptos Puzzle Creator Releases Final Clues
Final Clues to Mystery of CIA Kryptos Puzzle Released “Kryptos has not been solved,” said artist Jim Sanborn after releasing his parting clues to the “K4” section of his sculpture puzzle By Dan Vergano edited by Clara Moskowitz A “proof-of-concept” copper plate for the Kryptos sculpture that is up for auction. Join Our Community of…
UK’s first small nuclear power station to be built in north Wales
A first-of-its-kind nuclear power station is to be built on Anglesey, bringing up to 3,000 jobs and billions of pounds of investment. The plant at Wylfa, on the Welsh island’s northern coast, will have the UK’s first three small modular reactors (SMR), although the site could potentially hold up to eight. Work is due to…
French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal pardoned and to be released from prison
Eighty-one year-old, who has prostate cancer, can now be transferred from Algeria to Germany for medical treatment The French-Algerian writer Boualem Sansal has been pardoned and is to be released from prison, the Algerian presidential office said in a statement on Wednesday. The move, which will mean Sansal can be transferred to Germany for medical…
Heat Waves Will Be Less Extreme because of Paris Climate Agreement
Climate Action Is Slow—But It Will Still Curb Extreme Heat Ten years after the Paris climate agreement, the limited progress we’ve made in reducing global warming means that there will be less extreme heat in the future than there would be without the accord By Andrea Thompson edited by Seth Fletcher A child playing by…
Noah Baumbach Makes Rare Comment About Life With Wife Greta Gerwig
Greta Gerwig’s husband Noah Baumbach detailed how the Barbie director and their two young sons have made “a lot of life emotional in a good way.” This Barbie has made her Ken’s heart a little softer. Indeed, director Noah Baumbach, who shares two young sons—ages 6 and 2—with wife Greta Gerwig, explained that his relationship…
What we know about new Epstein emails that mention Trump
US lawmakers have released more than 20,000 pages of documents from the estate of the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including some that mention President Donald Trump. Early on Wednesday, Democrats on the House Oversight Committee published three email exchanges, including correspondence between Epstein, who died in 2019 in prison, and his…
Kourtney Kardashian Calls Out Khloe Kardashian for Her “Negativity”
Kourtney Kardashian accused sister Khloe Kardashian of spreading “negativity” within their family group chat in E! News’ exclusive sneak peek of The Kardashians. Kourtney Kardashian just wants to keep up with good vibes. The reality star confronted Khloe Kardashian over her behavior in the family group chat, accusing her younger sister of spreading so much…
How to Identify a Prime Number without a Computer
How to Identify a Prime Number without a Computer For years, a French mathematician searched for a proof that a gigantic number is prime. His method is still used 150 years later By Manon Bischoff edited by Daisy Yuhas Is 170,141,183,460,469,231,731,687,303,715,884,105,727 prime? Before you ask the Internet for an answer, can you consider how you…
Starmer says he ‘never authorised’ attacks on ministers after leadership row
Sir Keir Starmer has insisted he has “never authorised” attacks on his cabinet ministers, calling briefings against them “unacceptable”. The PM was speaking at Prime Minister’s Questions after some of his allies told numerous media outlets he could face a leadership challenge from another cabinet minister such as Health Secretary Wes Streeting. There has been…
‘Atrocious on every level’: sex case findings shame New Zealand’s senior police culture
Inspector general will be inaugurated to oversee service after report on how top officers steered investigation of Jevon McSkimming, who went on to become deputy commissioner New Zealand’s government will take the unprecedented move of appointing an inspector general of police after a damning report found “significant failings” in the way senior police officers handled…
Streeting denies plotting against PM after leadership claims
Wes Streeting has said suggestions from the prime minister’s allies that he is seeking to challenge for the leadership are “self-defeating nonsense” and has urged Sir Keir Starmer to sack whoever is briefing the media. On Tuesday evening, friends of Sir Keir had told several news outlets his job might be under immediate threat and…
Celebs React to Jimmy Kimmel Band Leader Cleto Escobedo’s Death
Jimmy Kimmel Live! band leader Cleto Escobedo died on at age 59, with the titular late night talk show host describing him as “a great friend.” Hollywood is in mourning over the death of Jimmy Kimmel Live! mainstay Cleto Escobedo. Jimmy Kimmel himself shared the devastating news on Nov. 11, writing on Instagram, “Early this…
Learning Another Language May Slow Brain Aging, Huge New Study Finds
Learning Another Language May Slow Brain Aging, Huge New Study Finds A large international study suggests that being multilingual can slow down cognitive aging By Katie Kavanagh & Nature magazine Join Our Community of Science Lovers! Speaking multiple languages could slow down brain ageing and help to prevent cognitive decline, a study of more than…
The man on a mission to save Mauritania’s ‘city of libraries’ from encroaching desert sands
Desert settlement of Chinguetti faces rising sands, dwindling tourism and insecurity due to conflict in neighbouring Mali On a recent afternoon, 67-year-old Saif Islam made his way into the courtyard of a library in Chinguetti, a tiny desert settlement nestled in the Sahara in Mauritania. Decked in a flowing boubou gown striped in two shades…
Reform UK pulls out of BBC film after Trump edit row
Reform UK has said it will no longer co-operate with a BBC documentary about the party following a row over how a speech by US President Donald Trump was edited. The BBC had commissioned an outside production company, October Films, to make the programme, which was due to air in January. The company was involved…
Man and daughter flying hurricane relief supplies to Jamaica identified as victims of crash
Alexander Wurm, 53, and his daughter Serena died in Florida crash as they were flying supplies to Jamaica The founder of a church ministry and his 22-year-old daughter have been identified as the victims of a deadly plane crash in Florida on Monday as they were flying hurricane relief supplies to Jamaica. Alexander Wurm, 53,…
‘It Feels Like I’m in a Nightmare’: Inside the First Deportation Flight to Iran
Trump Administration For decades, Iranians fleeing persecution have found protection in the United States. But this fall, the Trump administration deported a planeload of people to Iran after making a deal with Tehran. For decades, Iranians fleeing persecution have found protection in the United States. But this fall, the Trump administration deported a planeload of…
How DWTS Honored Len Goodman in 20th Anniversary Episode
Dancing With the Stars judges Carrie Ann Inaba and Bruno Tonioli shared a special tribute to late judge Len Goodman during the ABC show’s 20th Anniversary Party episode Nov. 11. Dancing With the Stars is remembering a legend. During the show’s 20th Anniversary Party episode Nov. 11, judges Carrie Ann Inaba, Derek Hough and Bruno Tonioli…
Why flight disruptions could linger even after the government shutdown ends
Joel Rose WASHINGTON — Flight disruptions are likely to continue even after the government reopens, airlines and aviation regulators warned, as airlines cancelled scores of flights on Tuesday. The Federal Aviation Administration ordered airlines to reduce air traffic at 40 of the nation’s busiest airports, with cuts still ramping up to 10% of flights by…
Powerful Solar Storm Could Trigger Far-Reaching Auroras across U.S.
Powerful Solar Storm Could Trigger Far-Reaching Auroras across U.S. The sun just spat out several coronal mass ejections that could trigger a serious solar storm on Wednesday By Meghan Bartels edited by Lee Billings Join Our Community of Science Lovers! A powerful solar storm could spark auroras as far south as northern California and Alabama…
Starmer will fight attempts to replace him, allies say
Allies of the prime minister are making it clear he would fight any challenge to his leadership from Labour MPs. There are fears from those loyal to Sir Keir Starmer that his job might be under immediate threat, perhaps as soon as shortly after the Budget in a fortnight’s time. Critics say it is evidence…
Nicole Richie Reacts to Hilary Duff’s Song Allegedly About Joel Madden
Nicole Richie shared a sweet message about Hilary Duff’s new song, “Mature,” amid rumors that the track was inspired by her husband Joel Madden, who the singer dated from 2004 to 2006. Nicole Richie is coming clean about how she feels about her friend’s music. The Simple Life alum shared a supportive message about Hilary…
Pentagon’s largest warship enters Latin American waters as US tensions with Venezuela rise
USS Gerald R Ford’s arrival marks the largest US military presence in the region since the invasion of Panama in 1989 The US navy has announced that the USS Gerald R Ford, regarded as the world’s newest and largest aircraft carrier, has entered the area of responsibility of the US Southern Command, which covers Latin…
TikTok influencer publicly executed in Mali as jihadist crisis worsens
Mariam Cissé, who posted videos in support of ruling junta, received death threats before being abducted and killed A TikTok influencer has been publicly executed by suspected jihadists in Mali, underlining how state control has been eroded in the west African nation. Mariam Cissé often wore combat attire to post videos in support of the…
Asylum seekers can stay at Epping hotel after council loses legal battle
Asylum seekers can continue living at an Essex hotel after a council lost a landmark legal battle at the High Court to remove them. Epping Forest District Council sought to block migrants lodging at The Bell Hotel in Epping by arguing its owner had flouted planning rules. Mr Justice Mould dismissed the claim on Tuesday,…
The Supreme Court will hear a challenge to grace periods for mail ballot returns
Ashley Lopez The U.S. Supreme Court announced Monday it will hear a case that could decide whether states can count postmarked mail ballots that arrive after Election Day — something that about 20 states and territories currently allow. Mississippi is one of those states, and in June, its top election official asked the court to…
The World’s Largest Wind Turbine Will Smash Previous Records
The World’s Largest Wind Turbine Will Smash Previous Records By You Xiaoying edited by Andrea Thompson Ming Yang’s 16-MW OceanX twin turbine arrives at Yangjiang Qingzhou IV Offshore Wind Farm in the ocean off Guangdong Province, China. Join Our Community of Science Lovers! The world’s largest wind turbine—currently being tested off the coast of China—has…
Cutest Matching Holiday Pajamas for the Whole Family (Even Your Dog)
The easiest way to get in the holiday spirit? Matching family pajamas, obviously. Nothing gets you in the holiday spirit quite like a set of cute holiday pajamas. What’s even better is when the whole family can match. Matching holiday pajamas add a whimsical feel to opening presents on Christmas morning— and just think of…
UK unemployment rate rises to 5% as jobs market weakens
The rate of UK unemployment has risen to 5% in the three months to September, showing signs the jobs market has weakened, according to new official figures. It is the highest rate since the period covering December 2020 to February 2021, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The increase in the unemployment rate…
Not Everyone with Schizophrenia Hears Voices. Here’s Why
Why Do Only Some People with Schizophrenia Hear Voices? New research aims to tease out what exactly is happening in the brains of people with schizophrenia who have auditory hallucinations By Hannah Seo edited by Lauren J. Young Hearing imaginary voices is a common but mysterious feature in schizophrenia. Up to 80 percent of people…
A suicide bomber targets an Islamabad court, killing 12 people and wounding 27
By The Associated Press ISLAMABAD — A suicide bomber struck outside the gates of a district court in Islamabad on Tuesday, detonating his explosives next to a police car and killing 12 people, Pakistan’s interior minister said. The attack was the latest in an uptick of violence across the country. No group immediately claimed responsibility…
US has sent $7.5m to Equatorial Guinea to accept noncitizens deportees
Country is one of world’s most repressive and corrupt, raising concerns over rights abuses of those deported The United States has sent $7.5m to the government of Equatorial Guinea, one of the world’s most repressive and corrupt regimes, to accept noncitizen deportees from the US to the West African nation, according to a leading congressional…
See DWTS’ Tom Bergeron & Julianne Hough in Emotional Reunion Photos
Former Dancing With the Stars host Tom Bergeron shared a reunion picture alongside current cohost Julianne Hough ahead of his role as guest judge on the 20th anniversary episode Nov. 11. Tom Bergeron is back in step with his old coworkers. Ahead of his stint as guest judge on Dancing With the Stars’ 20th anniversary…
Booker Prize won by ‘extraordinary’ Flesh by David Szalay
British-Hungarian author David Szalay has won this year’s Booker Prize for his novel Flesh, which the judges described as “extraordinary” and “a very special book”. Flesh tells the story of an alluring, enigmatic and emotionally detached man who is swept through different phases of his life, from a Hungarian housing estate to the world of…
Protesters target major new Nigerian museum embroiled in looted artefacts row
Protest at Mowaa comes amid dispute over ownership of Benin bronzes looted by British colonial forces Protesters have disrupted a preview event at a major new museum in the Nigerian city of Benin that has become embroiled in a row over the restitution of artefacts looted by British colonial forces. The demonstrators asserted that the…
Trump threatens $1bn legal action against BBC over 6 January speech edit
Donald Trump has threatened legal action against the BBC, following criticism over how a speech the US president made was edited and used in a Panorama documentary. His legal team has given the BBC a deadline of 14 November to make a “full and fair retraction” of the documentary – or face being sued for…
Jesse Bongiovi Welcomes First Baby With Wife Jesse Light
Jon Bon Jovi’s oldest son Jesse Bongiovi announced that he and wife Jesse Light welcomed their daughter named Blair, just months after Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi adopted their baby girl. Jesse Bongiovi’s heart is like an open highway. After all, the Hampton Water co-founder—Jon Bon Jovi and wife Dorothea Hurley’s oldest son—announced that…
Terrorist turf war battle in north-eastern Nigeria leaves about 200 dead
Fighting between Boko Haram and rival militants from Islamic State West Africa Province broke out on shores of Lake Chad As many as 200 terrorists were killed in a turf war on Sunday between rival jihadists in north-east Nigeria. The fighting between Boko Haram and rival militants from Islamic State West Africa Province (Iswap) broke…
Sofía Vergara Says Modern Family Cast Got “Disconnected” After Finale
Sofía Vergara shared that she and the Modern Family cast’s chemistry took a hit following the show’s finale in 2020, but detailed their next planned get-together. The Pritchett-Dunphy family needed Phil’s-Osophy to help solve this problem. Sofía Vergara reflected on her notable bond with her Modern Family costars, admitting that they briefly drifted apart after the…
Second migrant sent to France returns to the UK
A second migrant who had been sent from the UK to France under the government’s “one in, one out” deal has returned to the UK, the Home Office has confirmed. The man was detained immediately, having been detected by biometrics, and will be sent back to France “as quickly as possible”, the Home Office has…
The FDA will lift warnings on hormone therapy for menopause
By Sydney Lupkin The Food and Drug Administration says it is removing the black box safety warnings from all hormone therapy creams, pills and other treatments prescribed to ease the symptoms of menopause and perimenopause. The prominent warnings said these therapies could raise the risks for some cancers, dementia, heart attacks and strokes. That, FDA…
Countries are gathering for climate negotiations. Here’s where the U.S. stands
By Alejandra Borunda , Jeff Brady , Michael Copley , Rebecca Hersher , Julia Simon , Lauren Sommer Most of the world’s nations are gathering in Brazil’s northern city of Belém to negotiate the ongoing response to climate change. The United Nations annual climate summit, called COP30, begins Monday and is expected to last about…
Fury as Indonesia declares late authoritarian ruler Suharto a national hero
Former leader presided over period marked by corruption, nepotism, censorship and claims of rights abuses Indonesia has awarded former authoritarian leader Suharto the title of national hero, in a move that has sparked accusations of historical revisionism in the world’s third-largest democracy. The award has deepened fears about attempts to whitewash Suharto’s rise and decades-long…
Inside Miranda Lambert and Brendan McLoughlin’s Whirlwind Love Story
Miranda Lambert found a heart like hers in husband Brendan McLoughlin after enough relationship drama for a career’s worth of country songs. It all comes out in the wash, indeed. When Miranda Lambert headed over to Good Morning America‘s New York studio to promote the Pistol Annies album Interstate Gospel on Nov. 2, 2018, she figured it would be a pretty routine…
Katie Razzall: A seismic moment that shows rift at top of BBC
This is seismic. To lose both the director general and the CEO of BBC News at the same time is unprecedented. It’s an extraordinary moment in the history of the BBC. It can’t be overstated. On the face of it, Tim Davie’s resignation makes some sense. I have wondered for some time whether he was…
At least 54 people injured in explosions at Indonesian school mosque
Authorities say suspect is 17-year-old male student and warn against terrorist attack speculation after Jakarta blasts At least 54 people have been injured in explosions that shook a mosque at a high school during Friday prayers in the Indonesian capital, Jakarta. Authorities later said the suspect was a 17-year-old male student who had been injured…
BBC director general Tim Davie and News CEO resign over Trump documentary edit
The BBC’s director general Tim Davie and head of news Deborah Turness have resigned after criticism that a Panorama documentary misled viewers by editing a speech by Donald Trump. Davie, in the job for five years, had faced increasing pressure over a series of controversies and accusations of bias that have dogged the public broadcaster.…
Sister Wives’ Madison Brush Hasn’t Spoken to Dad Kody Brown in Years
There’s no question that Sister Wives‘ Madison Brush and estranged dad Kody Brown’s love has been divided. But on the series’ Nov. 9 episode her mom Janelle Brown reveals they haven’t spoken in years. When Sister Wives star Madison Brush was pregnant with her fourth baby, she wasn’t carrying very high expectations for her relationship…
Some UPS and FedEx planes are grounded. What does that mean for holiday shipping?
By Chandelis Duster The Federal Aviation Administration has ordered all McDonnell Douglas MD-11 aircraft grounded pending further inspection, following UPS and FedEx each deciding to ground the planes that make up part of their cargo fleet. The FAA’s emergency directive on Saturday prohibits flight of MD-11 aircraft because it has “determined the unsafe condition is…
Why has Tim Davie resigned and what was the Trump documentary edit?
BBC director general Tim Davie and his head of news, Deborah Turness, have resigned. The BBC had come under fire over a Panorama documentary that was accused of misleadingly editing a speech by Donald Trump to make it look like he was urging people to attack the US Capitol. In emails to staff, both Davie…
Ancient Roman Roads Mapped in Detail from Great Britain to North Africa
A New Map Just Added 60,000 Miles to Ancient Rome’s Roadways New findings increase the known length of the Roman Empire’s road network by more than 60,000 miles By Tom Metcalfe edited by Andrea Thompson The central street of the ancient Roman city of Scythopolis in what is today Israel. Join Our Community of Science…
US and China seek to project power with huge and expensive aircraft carriers
China launches £5.4bn ship capable of carrying 60 aircraft that Beijing values as much for maintaining its global influence as for its use in warfare In port, the 80,000-tonne Fujian aircraft carrier would be impossible to miss. More than 300 metres long and capable of carrying about 60 aircraft, the £5.4bn super-vessel places China second…
‘Loophole’ in sanctions allowing Russian oil to be imported to Australia through port part-owned by Macquarie Bank
Australia stopped buying fuel directly from Russia after its invasion of Ukraine but has imported more than 3m tonnes of its oil products since 2023 Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Millions of tonnes of Russian oil have been traded through a port part-owned by Macquarie Bank and potentially sold…
AI Slop—How Every Media Revolution Breeds Rubbish and Art
The Slop Cycle—How Every Media Revolution Breeds Rubbish and Art The popularization of the term “slop” for AI output follows a centuries-long pattern where new tools flood the zone, audiences adapt and some of tomorrow’s art emerges from today’s excess By Deni Ellis Béchard edited by Clara Moskowitz Old metal printing letters used for traditional…
Gift-Worthy Tennis Bracelets & Necklaces, From $20
Add these timeless sparklers to your holiday wishlist ASAP. When it comes to timeless jewelry, there’s nothing that compares to a tennis bracelet or necklace. Tennis bracelets and necklaces are traditionally a single line of identical diamonds (or other stones, like sapphires), and are the ultimate quiet luxury accessory. We found tennis bracelets and necklaces…
A moment of stillness for Royal Family and veterans at poignant Remembrance
King Charles led the annual Remembrance Sunday commemorations, laying a wreath at the solemn ceremony held at the Cenotaph on Whitehall in central London. With autumn leaves falling, he was joined by other members of the Royal Family, senior politicians and dignitaries, sharing the echoing two-minute silence. But among the 10,000 veterans marching, there were…
Israel receives remains of hostage that Hamas says is IDF soldier killed in 2014
By The Associated Press TEL AVIV, Israel — The Red Cross received on Sunday the remains of a hostage in Gaza that Hamas claims is the body of an Israeli soldier who was killed in 2014 and who has been held in Gaza for the past 11 years. His remains are the only ones currently…
Inside Nick Lachey and Vanessa Lachey’s Epic Love Story
Love wasn’t blind for Nick Lachey and Vanessa Lachey—but it was a leap of faith that, 14 years of marriage and three kids later, keeps paying off. Nick Lachey and Vanessa Lachey have become the poster couple for all the great things that can happen if you choose to marry, rather than move on. “14 years ago,…
UK military to help protect Belgium after drone incursions
UK military personnel and equipment are being sent to Belgium to help it bolster its defences after drone incursions on its airspace, suspected of being carried out by Russia. The new head of the UK military, Sir Richard Knighton, told the BBC’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg that his Belgian counterpart asked for assistance earlier this…
More than one million evacuated in the Philippines as super typhoon Fung-wong draws nearer
Fung-wong heading for the Philippines days after the country was hit by typhoon Kalmaegi, killing more than 220 people More than one million people have been evacuated and at least one person killed as floodwaters rose in the Philippines before typhoon Fung-wong’s expected landfall on the east coast. The super typhoon is expected to bring…
Trump says boat crews are narco-terrorists. The truth is more nuanced, AP finds
By The Associated Press GÜIRIA, Venezuela — One was a fisherman struggling to eke out a living on $100 a month. Another was a career criminal. A third was a former military cadet. And a fourth was a down-on-his-luck bus driver. The men had little in common beyond their Venezuelan seaside hometowns and the fact…
Carney survives two confidence votes on budget, quashing fears of winter election
Minority government benefitted from opposition members voting across the aisle, paving way for billions in spending Canada’s prime minister Mark Carney’s minority government has survived two confidence votes on its budget, quashing fears – for now – of a winter federal election. The Liberals managed to pass the second of three votes on the plan…
World’s Largest Spider Web Discovered in Bizarre Sulfur Cave
This Cave Holds a Spider Web ‘Megacity’ the Size of Half a Tennis Court This finding is the first documented case of colonial behavior between two solitary species of spider By Humberto Basilio edited by Andrea Thompson Lights illuminate a massive spider web found in a cave on the border of Greece and Albania. Join…
Experts say this could be the worst flu season for a decade – here’s why
Flu strikes every winter, but something seems to be different this year. A seasonal flu virus suddenly mutated in the summer; it appears to evade some of our immunity; has kick-started a flu season more than a month early and is a type of flu that history suggests is more severe. The NHS has now…
What FAA’s Flight Reduction Plan Means for Safety and Cancellations
What FAA’s Flight Reduction Plan Means for Safety and Cancellations “I have no problems flying,” says one expert about the FAA’s plan to reduce flights by 10 percent at 40 airports nationwide. “I would get on an airplane tomorrow” By Dan Vergano edited by Clara Moskowitz An American Airlines plane takes off from San Francisco…
Guyana in turmoil after opposition leader arrested and faces US extradition
Azruddin Mohamed had emerged as a surprise contender in the presidential election and claims political persecution Guyana has been thrown into political turmoil following the arrest and possible extradition to the United States of the country’s main opposition leader just two months after he emerged as the surprise contender in the presidential election that kept…
Savannah Chrisley Shares Plans to Use Weight Loss Drug to “Be Skinny”
Savannah Chrisley shared that she plans to begin using a GLP-1 medication to help her lose 25 pounds after previously trying another weight loss drug. Savannah Chrisley is ready to take the next step in her weight loss journey. The Chrisleys: Back to Reality star revealed she intends to begin using a GLP-1 medication to…
Chatbots encouraged our sons to kill themselves, mothers say
Warning – this story contains distressing content and discussion of suicide Megan Garcia had no idea her teenage son Sewell, a “bright and beautiful boy”, had started spending hours and hours obsessively talking to an online character on the Character.ai app in late spring 2023. “It’s like having a predator or a stranger in your…
Pinterest-Perfect Holiday Gifts for the ‘It Girl’
Shop the trendiest Pinterest-inspired gifts every ‘It Girl’ (including you) will totally obsess over this holiday season. If you already turn to Pinterest for makeup looks, outfit inspo, and home decor ideas, it’s time to use it for your holiday gift shopping, too. The platform is actually a goldmine for chic holiday gifts, including trendy…
Rubin Observatory Discovers Surprise ‘Tail’ on Iconic Galaxy
Rubin Observatory Discovers Surprise ‘Tail’ on Iconic Galaxy The first image from the Vera C. Rubin telescope reveals a previously unnoticed feature of the galaxy M61 that may explain its mysterious properties By Jenna Ahart & Nature magazine Galaxy M61 sports a long stellar stream, which had not been spotted before now. Join Our Community…
Two prisoners still at large after being freed by mistake in 2024
Two prisoners are still at large after being mistakenly freed last year, the BBC understands. Another two, who were set free in error in June 2025, also remain missing. Details of the four erroneously released prisoners are emerging as ministers face growing pressure over a number of high-profile mistaken releases. Two other men who were…
Tanzania police arrest opposition party official after deadly election protests
Chadema party says deputy secretary general arrested and calls election of incumbent president fraudulent Tanzanian authorities have detained a senior official from the main opposition party, Chadema, amid a spate of arrests in connection to deadly protests during elections last week. More than 1,000 people were killed by security forces during the demonstrations, according to…
CRISPR gene-editing works to reduce high cholesterol in a new study
Rob Stein A single infusion of an experimental gene-editing drug appears safe and effective for cutting cholesterol, possibly for life, according to a small early study released Saturday. The study, which involved 15 volunteers, found one infusion of a drug that uses the CRISPR gene-editing technique could safely reduce cholesterol, as well as levels of…
All the Stars You Forgot Were on Days of Our Lives
Days of Our Lives is celebrating its 60th anniversary, which means so many future stars have passed through Salem, including 11-year-old Mila Kunis and baby Christina Applegate making their TV debuts. Days of Our Lives has been on for 60 years. For those counting, that’s 21,900 days. And while there haven’t been quite that many episodes of…
UK seeks Danish inspiration to shake up immigration system
The Home Secretary is set to announce a major shake-up of the immigration and asylum system later this month, the BBC has learned. Shabana Mahmood will model some of her new measures on the Danish system – seen as one of the toughest in Europe. It is understood officials have been looking at Denmark’s tighter…
US strikes another alleged drug boat bringing death toll from campaign in Latin America to 70
US strikes have destroyed at least 18 vessels, but Washington has yet to make public any concrete evidence that its targets posed a threat to America US forces struck another alleged drug trafficking boat in the Caribbean, killing three people, defense secretary Pete Hegseth has said, bringing the death toll from the Trump administration’s controversial…
At least four prisoners freed in error still at large, BBC told
At least four prisoners released in error are still at large, the BBC has been told. These are among 262 prisoners in England and Wales mistakenly released in the year to March – up from 115 the previous year. The new information comes as the government is under increasing pressure after a number of high-profile…
Russell Crowe Reveals 55-Lb. Weight Loss
Gladiator‘s Russell Crowe said reducing his alcohol intake helped him lose nearly 60 pounds in one year: “I try not to have casual drinks now.” Russell Crowe‘s beautiful mind is focused on his health. The Oscar winner said he dropped from 126 kg (277 lbs.) to 100.9 kg (222 lbs.) since wrapping filming on the…
James Watson, Co-Discoverer of DNA’s Structure, Dead at Age 97
James Watson, Who Helped Discover the Structure of DNA, Is Dead at Age 97 By David M. Ewalt James Watson in his office at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory on June 10, 2015. Join Our Community of Science Lovers! If you’re enjoying this article, consider supporting our award-winning journalism by subscribing. By purchasing a subscription you…
Iran accused of plot to assassinate Israeli ambassador to Mexico
Israel says Mexico thwarted attempt in aftermath of deadly 2024 Israeli bombing of Iranian embassy in Syria The United States and Israel have accused Iran of plotting to assassinate Israel’s ambassador to Mexico, in what would be the latest attempt to take the two countries’ conflict to another region. Israel said that Mexican authorities intervened…
Early Arctic Cold Snap Could Break Decades-Old Temperature Records
Early Arctic Cold Blast Will Sweep Across the U.S., Potentially Breaking Records An early cold snap will chill much of the U.S., potentially breaking records in the Southeast By Meghan Bartels edited by Andrea Thompson Temperatures will drop across country as a cold snap moves first into the central U.S. and then eastward. Join Our…