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Jean-Marie Le Pen, French fiery far-right leader, dies at 96
By The Associated Press PARIS (AP) — Jean-Marie Le Pen, the founder of France’s far-right National Front who was known for fiery rhetoric against immigration and multiculturalism that earned him both staunch supporters and widespread condemnation, died Tuesday. He was 96. His statements — including Holocaust denial, racist denunciations of Muslims and immigrants, and his…
Facebook and Instagram get rid of fact checkers
Meta is abandoning the use of independent fact-checkers on Facebook and Instagram, replacing them with X-style “community notes” where commenting on the accuracy of posts is left to users. In a video posted alongside by the company on Tuesday, chief executive Mark Zuckerberg said third-party moderators were “too politically biased” and it was “time to…
Plants’ Photosynthetic Machinery Functions inside Hamster Cells
Plants’ Photosynthetic Machinery Functions inside Hamster Cells Transplanted chloroplasts endured two days inside animal cells—and got to work By Saugat Bolakhe edited by Sarah Lewin Frasier Researchers transplanted chloroplasts from algae into Chinese hamster (Cricetulus griseus) cells. Join Our Community of Science Lovers! More than a billion years ago a hungry cell devoured a tiny…
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson Returns to Wrestling for Netflix WWE Raw
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson jumped back into the ring at Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome to kick off the Netflix premiere of WWE’s Raw—and he wasn’t alone. Dwayne Johnson is, once again, ready to rock. In fact, just hours after attending the 2025 Golden Globes, the Red One actor was the first one in the ring…
Number of children under 14 in adult watch houses in Queensland rises 50% in 12 months
Report to parliament states watch houses are an ‘inadequate place to keep young people overnight’ and are ‘harmful and traumatising’ The number of children aged 13 or under in Queensland’s adult watch houses has increased by 50% in 12 months, according to new statistics. The statistics – which were included in a paper tabled by…
Meredith Vieira’s Husband Richard Cohen Dead at 76 After MS Battle
Richard Cohen, the veteran journalist and husband of Meredith Vieira, has died at the age of 76 after a decades-long battle with multiple sclerosis. Meredith Vieira and her family are mourning the loss of their patriarch. Richard Cohen, the veteran CBS News journalist and husband of Vieira, died on Christmas Eve after a 50-year battle…
Jean-Marie Le Pen – founder of French far right and ‘Devil of the Republic’ – dies at 96
Jean-Marie Le Pen founded France’s far right in the 1970s and mounted a strong challenge for the presidency. But it was only when he handed the reins on to his daughter that his rebranded party caught sight of power. He has died aged 96, his family has said. Le Pen’s supporters saw him as a…
Thailand bans imports of plastic waste to curb toxic pollution
Campaigners welcome move but say success depends on enforcement and global agreement on a treaty Thailand has banned plastic waste imports over concerns about toxic pollution, as experts warn that failure to agree a global treaty to cut plastic waste will harm human health. A law banning imports of plastic waste came into force this…
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…
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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,…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
‘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…
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…
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…
Abbie Stockard, Girlfriend of NBA’s Walker Kessler, Wins Miss America
Alabama nursing student Abbie Stockard, whose boyfriend is Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler, was crowned the 97th Miss America after competing against 51 other hopefuls Jan. 5. A new Miss America has been crowned. Alabama native Abbie Stockard—who is dating Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler—claimed the title at the 2025 edition of the annual beauty…
Justin Trudeau’s reluctant departure will leave his Liberal party in freefall
His protracted refusal to quit as PM could even result in the demise of Canada’s ‘natural governing party’ Justin Trudeau’s decision to resign as prime minister has jolted his ailing Liberal party, kicking off a leadership race that could determine the future – or the demise – of Canada’s “natural governing party”. On a frigid…
Snow and ice warnings remain after floods hit UK
Yellow warnings for snow and ice remain in place after severe flooding and snow caused travel disruption and school closures across the UK. On Monday, major incidents were declared in Lincolnshire and Leicestershire after flooding caused by heavy rains, with hundreds of flood warnings still in place across England. North Yorkshire Police said the body…
Will Smith Cryptically Teases New Matrix Project
Will Smith teased a new project as he referenced his decision to turn down the role of Neo in The Matrix, leading fans to speculate that the venture might be related to the sci-fi franchise. Will Smith may be entering The Matrix. At least, that’s what the Oscar winner hinted at in a mysterious video…
Biden arrives in New Orleans to console families of victims: ‘You got to hang on’
President flew into city where US army veteran drove truck into crowd, killing 14 and injuring 30 others Joe Biden arrived in New Orleans late on Monday afternoon with a message to the grieving families of victims in the deadly new year’s attack during celebrations in the city’s famed French Quarter: “It takes time. You…
Hoda Kotb Reveals New Business Venture After Leaving Today
Today coanchor Hoda Kotb, who announced her departure from the news program in September, shared details of her next chapter during her Jan. 6 appearance on The Kelly Clarkson Show. It’s almost time to say “good morning” to Hoda Kotb for the last time. Ahead of her final Today appearance on Jan. 10, the coanchor—who…
Rudy Giuliani is held in contempt of court in $148 million defamation case
By The Associated Press NEW YORK — Rudy Giuliani was found in contempt of court Monday for failing to properly respond to requests for information as he turned over assets to satisfy a $148 million defamation judgment granted to two Georgia election workers. Judge Lewis J. Liman ruled after hearing Giuliani testify for a second…
How Myles Smith wrote 2024’s biggest British hit
Rising pop star Myles Smith can still remember the first time he felt famous. “This might sound trivial,” says the singer, “but I was playing a concert where I asked the audience, ‘Does anyone have cookies?’ “And within about 10 minutes, the whole dressing room was full of cookies. “It was the best thing ever.”…
Southern California warned of ‘life-threatening, destructive’ windstorm
Officials warn of fire risks and potential outages as gusts could reach 80mph in Los Angeles county and Ventura Southern California could experience a “life-threatening, destructive” windstorm this week, with forecasters warning of major fire risks unusual for January and potential power outages. The gusts are expected to intensify on Tuesday into Wednesday, potentially reaching…
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster Confirm They’re Dating
Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster, who costarred on Broadway’s The Music Man in 2022, confirmed their romance after their respective splits from spouses Deborra-Lee Furness and Ted Griffin. The curtain is going up on a new romance. Sutton Foster and Hugh Jackman, whose chemistry in Broadway’s The Music Man captivated fans, confirmed their relationship months after romance…
North Korea says new hypersonic missile will ‘contain’ rivals
North Korea has claimed it fired a new intermediate-range ballistic missile tipped with a hypersonic warhead which “will reliably contain any rivals in the Pacific region”. The launch on Monday – Pyongyang’s first in two months – came as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken was in Seoul for talks with some of South Korea’s…
‘Extensive’ inquiry after police shoot and kill man in Adelaide during mental health incident
South Australian police commissioner says officers allegedly threatened by man at Craigburn Farm took ‘action necessary to protect themselves’ Police have shot and killed a 40-year-old man in Adelaide after they said he confronted officers with a knife during a mental health episode. South Australian police shot the man at his home in the suburb…
Record year for wind power in 2024
Wind provided more electricity than ever last year as the UK moved further away from planet-warming fossil fuels to power the nation, new data shows. Wind generated nearly 83 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity across Great Britain (England, Wales and Scotland), up from nearly 79TWh in 2023, show figures from the National Energy System Operator (Neso),…
Kylie Jenner Shares Pics After Golden Globes With Timothée Chalamet
Kylie Jenner, who attended the 2025 Golden Globes Jan. 5 with boyfriend Timothée Chalamet, shared behind-the-scenes pictures from the “cuuutest night” in a new Instagram post. Kylie Jenner is making her date night with boyfriend Timothée Chalamet a little more known. The Kardashians star gave a peek into her night at the Golden Globes, where…
One of two brothers accused of murdering Chloe Mason in Caboolture was defending home and family, lawyer says
Solicitor claims Kaine Thomson-Gleeson was acting in self-defence when 23-year-old was fatally shot A solicitor for one of two brothers accused of shooting dead a woman after chasing her down a residential street has claimed his client acted in response to an armed threat. Codye Ian Thomson, 29, of Marsden and Kaine Raymond Thomson-Gleeson, 32,…
Nikki Garcia Walks First Red Carpet Since Artem Chigvintsev Breakup
Nikki Garcia made her first public appearance since her split from ex-husband Artem Chigvintsev, walking the red carpet at the premiere of Netflix’s WWE Monday Night Raw in Los Angeles. Nikki Garcia is re-entering the ring. Less than two months after she settled her divorce and mutually dropped her dual restraining order with ex-husband Artem Chigvintsev, the…
December sales provide little cheer for retailers
Shoppers spent more in December compared with the year before but it wasn’t enough to make up for an overall lacklustre year for retailers, new figures suggest. Doing particularly well over Christmas were gifts including beauty advent calendars, jewellery and AI-enabled tech, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) said. December’s growth of 3.2% was boosted by…
‘Everyone owns the beach’: Australian PM throws shade in cabana debate
Anthony Albanese says beachgoers using shade structures to reserve patch of sand are going against Australia’s spirit of equality The Australian prime minister, Anthony Albanese, has weighed in on a drama unfolding on the country’s beaches, declaring that beachgoers who use portable cabanas to claim a patch of sand are going against the nation’s spirit…
Child mental health crisis: Better resilience is the solution, say experts
She has seen a surge in schoolchildren struggling. “It really impacts pupils at secondary school, but some are as young as seven,” she explains. “We’re seeing children with depression, anxiety and stress – and that’s leading to panic attacks, self-harm and eating disorders. They’re not making it to school or are so anxious they cannot…
Adam Brody Reveals Bathroom Secret That Helps Leighton Meester Romance
Adam Brody admitted that having separate bathrooms might be the secret to his decade-long marriage with Leighton Meester, joking that “it’s nice.” Adam Brody and Leighton Meester are flush with ideas for a successful relationship. The Nobody Wants This star shared what he thinks has helped his 10-year long marriage to the Gossip Girl alum: using different bathrooms. “We have de facto separate…
Justin Bieber Shares How Baby Jack Is Following in His Footsteps
Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber’s son, Jack Blues Bieber, is already primed for hockey fandom as the 4-month-old received an autographed jersey from Toronto Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews. Justin Bieber’s only intention? Passing on his love of hockey. The “What Do You Mean?” singer is making sure his 4-month-old son, Jack Blues Bieber—whom he…
Labour to make taking intimate images without consent a criminal offence
Ministers say predators could face two years in jail, and plan to include creating sexually explicit deepfakes in bill Predators who take intimate images of unwitting victims or install cameras to do so could face up to two years’ in jail under plans drawn up by Labour. Ministers have also confirmed that they plan to…
American Driver Is Fatally Shot by Police Officer in Mexico
The shooting in Ciudad Juárez was being investigated. A prosecutor said the driver, from Texas, had accelerated in the officer’s direction and nearly hit him. By Annie Correal Reporting from Mexico City An American man was killed when a Mexican police officer opened fire on the car he was driving in Ciudad Juárez, across the…
“Stop shooting! My daughter is dead”: Woman killed as West Bank power struggle rages
Warning: This story contains distressing details. Just before New Year, 21-year-old Shatha al-Sabbagh was out buying chocolate for her family’s children from a shop in Jenin, in the occupied West Bank. The “fearless” journalism student – who wanted to shed light on the suffering of the Palestinians – was with her mother, two young nephews…
McDonald’s workers make fresh harassment claims
McDonald’s workers have said they are still facing sexual abuse and harassment, a year after the boss promised to clean up behaviour at the fast-food chain. One 19-year-old worker, Matt, told the BBC some of his colleagues were scared of going into work, and that managers would “touch up” other members of staff. Since the…
US transfers 11 Yemeni prisoners from Guantánamo to Oman
Major resettlement reduces population in US detention facility in south-eastern Cuba to just 15 people The United States has sent 11 Yemeni detainees at the Guantánamo Bay detention center to Oman, the Pentagon said on Monday, in a major resettlement that nearly halves the detention facility’s remaining number of prisoners. The released men include Tawfiq…
Hailey Bieber Step Outs for Girls’ Night With Kendall Jenner
Hailey Bieber enjoyed a dinner date with BFF Kendall Jenner just days after husband Justin Bieber proved the couple—who welcomed baby Jack in August 2024—is still going strong. While Kylie Jenner had a night to remember at the 2025 Golden Globes, sister Kendall Jenner also hit the town with Hailey Bieber. The Rhode Beauty founder and Kardashians star were the epitome of glam…
What Is Human Metapneumovirus, and Why Are Cases Rising in China?
HMPV Cases Are Rising Across Asia, but Experts Say Not to Panic A common respiratory virus called human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, has been spreading in some countries in Asia, including China, India, Malaysia and Kazakhstan. Here’s what we know By Lauren J. Young edited by Dean Visser Human metapneumovirus particles. Cases of a common respiratory…
Golden Globes: See Leighton Meester React to Ex Sebastian Stan’s Win
Leighton Meester cheered on ex-boyfriend Sebastian Stan as he picked up the award for Best Actor, Musical or Comedy at the 2025 Golden Globes Jan. 5. The Gossip Girl costars dated from 2008 to 2010. Hey, Upper East Siders, Sebastian Stan and Leighton Meester are serving you with some relationship nostalgia. The Gossip Girl costars, who dated from 2008 to 2010, were one of the many former couples to reunite at…
Caulfield Racecourse fire: suspicious blaze engulfs grandstand in Melbourne’s south-east
Victoria police say nobody has been injured and a crime scene has been established Major parts of a Caulfield Racecourse grandstand have been destroyed in a suspicious early morning fire. Fire Rescue Victoria responded to the blaze at Station Street in Caulfield East in Melbourne’s south-east at 6.20am on Tuesday. “Firefighters arrived on scene to…
First bird flu death reported in the U.S., according to the CDC
By Will Stone The U.S. has recorded its first death in a person infected with bird flu. The patient was a resident of southwest Louisiana who was hospitalized last month with the first known severe case of bird flu in the country. On Monday, the Louisiana Department of Health said the person had died from…
Cooper promises law to tackle child abuse cover ups
Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has said those who cover up or fail to report child sexual abuse could face professional or criminal sanctions under a new offence to be introduced this year. The proposal was one of 20 recommendations made by Professor Alexis Jay following her seven year inquiry into child sexual abuse, which concluded…
A Timeline of Justin Trudeau’s Rise and Fall
Canada’s Political Turmoil The Canadian prime minister, who said on Monday he would step down, has spent a quarter-century in the political spotlight. By Matina Stevis-GridneffIan Austen and Ephrat Livni Justin Trudeau’s announcement that he would step down as Canada’s prime minister was expected after he faced political struggles in recent months, but it nonetheless…
Hadi Nazari’s camera and campfire found as search continues for hiker missing in Kosciuszko national park
NSW police ‘hopeful’ of finding 23-year-old Hadi Nazari alive in remote national park as they track movements since he was last seen on Boxing Day Police are hopeful a 23-year-old hiker missing since Boxing Day could still be alive in the remote Kosciuszko national park after a camera and campfire were found. The extensive search…
Minneapolis agrees to court-supervised police reform after George Floyd’s killing
Consent decree had been under negotiation since justice department issued a critique of authorities in June 2023 The Minneapolis city council on Monday approved an agreement with the federal government in response to the murder of George Floyd that would require reforms within the city’s police department under longterm court supervision. The agreement was not…
U.S. Envoy Says Israel Will Withdraw From Southern Lebanon
Middle East Crisis With the deadline looming for the terms of a fragile cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah to be met, an American diplomat on Monday said “much progress” had been made recently. By Euan Ward Reporting from Beirut, Lebanon A top U.S. envoy who helped broker the cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah issued reassurance…
U.S. Sends 11 Guantánamo Prisoners to Oman to Start New Lives
The secret mission left the smallest number of prisoners at Guantánamo Bay since the day the detention center opened in 2002. By Carol Rosenberg Reporting from Guantánamo Bay in Cuba The U.S. military sent 11 Yemeni prisoners at Guantánamo Bay to Oman to restart their lives, the Pentagon said on Monday, leaving just 15 men…
Canada’s Justin Trudeau resigns, citing ‘internal battles’
Under growing pressure from his own party, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced he will step down and end his nine-year stretch as leader. Trudeau said he would stay on in office until his Liberal Party can choose a new leader, and that parliament would be prorogued – or suspended – until 24 March.…
Who Could Replace Trudeau as Canada’s Prime Minister?
Canada’s Political Turmoil Whoever replaces Mr. Trudeau as the leader of Canada’s Liberal Party will become the prime minister. Not long after they’ll face a general election, and the daunting challenge of keeping the job. By Ian AustenVjosa Isai and Matina Stevis-Gridneff After 12 years leading the Liberal Party of Canada, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau…
Permanent contraception surged after Roe v Wade overturned, study finds
Young adults living in states likely to ban abortion obtained tubal sterilizations and vasectomies in months after ruling In the months after the US supreme court overturned Roe v Wade, permanent contraception in the form of tubal sterilizations and vasectomies surged among young adults living in states likely to ban abortion, new research released on…
US winter storm leaves four dead as millions hit by snow, ice and bitter cold
Hundreds of thousands left without power and flights canceled as state of emergencies declared in several states Millions of Americans were hit by a major winter storm on Monday that brought heavy snow, ice, strong winds and freezing temperatures as it moved east out of the center of the country and into the mid-Atlantic region,…