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Campbell “Pookie” Puckett Undergoes Surgery to Remove Pre-Cancer
Two months after welcoming their daughter Paloma, Jett Puckett revealed that his wife Campbell “Pookie” Puckett underwent surgery amid a pre-cancer health scare. Campbell “Pookie” Puckett is sharing insight into her unexpected health scare. The TikToker and her husband Jett Puckett—who tied the knot in 2018—shared that Campbell is in recovery from surgery just two…
With Trump Arriving, Zelensky Urges Allies Not to ‘Drop the Ball’
Russia-Ukraine War In an impassioned address to officials from countries supporting Ukraine, Mr. Zelensky said ‘a new chapter’ would be starting for Europe and the rest of the world, requiring even more cooperation. By John Ismay Reporting from Ramstein Air Base in Germany President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday implored representatives from roughly 50 nations to…
Here’s what’s behind Russia cutting off its last gas line to Europe
By Charles Maynes MOSCOW — On the morning of Jan. 1, Russia pumped its last cubic meters of natural gas directly to Europe, ending decades of trade that had benefited all sides — and heated homes — through some of the darkest winters of the Cold War and well into the 21st century. Russia’s invasion…
Politics content to be pushed to Instagram and Threads users
The firm says its part of its reorientation towards “free expression” – a move that saw it ditch fact checkers on Tuesday. The change will be introduced in the US this week before being expanded globally next week. Users will not be able to turn off unsolicited political posts but can choose between three settings…
Greens attack Woodside proposal to bury CO2 from WA gas project under pristine reef
Party labels plan for offshore carbon capture and storage near Scott Reef ‘nothing but greenwashing’ and calls on Albanese government to extend public consultation Woodside Energy has proposed burying 4m tonnes of CO2 a year from its multibillion-dollar Browse project in undersea storage off the coast of Western Australia. The federal environment department published the…
‘Traitors’ Season 3: Shop Official Merch Now
There’s no better way to celebrate the reality series heading into its third season than with some must-have ‘The Traitors’ tops, hoodies, hats, totes, and so much more! The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. The Traitors are back, and the drama is about…
Why are UK borrowing costs rising and what does it mean for me?
Government borrowing costs have been steadily rising in recent months, and have now hit their highest levels for several years. Why is this happening and how does it affect you? A bond is a bit like an IOU that can be traded in the financial markets. Governments generally spend more than they raise in tax…
Jessica Alba Compared Her & Cash Warren to “Roommates” Before Breakup
Jessica Alba gave a candid look into her marriage to Cash Warren—including how they’d become more like roommates—less than a year before their separation. Jessica Alba was honest about the realities of marriage ahead of her breakup with Cash Warren. Following the news that the pair are separated with a divorce on the horizon, an…
How Elon Musk seized on baseless memo claim to fuel wave of misinformation
Elon Musk’s online attacks on former Labour Prime Minister Gordon Brown over grooming gangs draw on a baseless claim about a Home Office memo supposedly issued 17 years ago, research by BBC Verify has established. A wave of social media posts – including some amplified by Mr Musk – allege that a 2008 Home Office…
What’s next for Canada? 5 questions will help decide the future after Trudeau
By Bill Chappell Canada is entering a major transition in its national politics after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed he will resign. Questions about his political future had been raging for weeks, but his exit raises even more issues. After losing support within his own party and at the polls, Trudeau said on Monday that…
Truss issues legal threat to PM over claim she crashed economy
Former Prime Minister Liz Truss has sent a legal “cease and desist” letter to Sir Keir Starmer demanding he stop saying she “crashed the economy”. Her lawyers argue the claim made repeatedly by Sir Keir is “false and defamatory” and harmed her politically in the run-up to losing her South West Norfolk seat in the…
Elon Musk Is Trying to Break Germany’s Quarantine on the Far-Right AfD
news analysis Political leaders have shunned the Alternative for Germany. But on his social media platform X, Mr. Musk is pitching the party as mainstream. By Jim Tankersley Reporting from Berlin Elon Musk is not just dabbling in German politics. He is attempting to break a political blockade that has kept the nation’s most prominent…
Lily Allen Says She’s Not “Good” Amid David Harbour Breakup Rumors
Amid rumors that Lily Allen and Stranger Things’ David Harbour have separated after four years of marriage, the “Littlest Things” singer got candid about her mental health. Lily Allen is opening up about a rough patch. Amid rumors that the “Littlest Things” singer has split from her husband David Harbour after four years of marriage,…
Prince William Praises “Remarkable” Kate Middleton in B-Day Message
Prince William made rare personal comments about his wife Kate Middleton in honor of her 43rd birthday. See the sweet tribute to the Princess of Wales. Prince William penned a birthday message fit for a princess. In honor of Kate Middleton’s 43rd birthday Jan. 9, the Prince of Wales dedicated a rare and personal tribute…
Russia says it is keeping close eye on Trump’s claim to Greenland
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said Russia is closely monitoring the situation, after US President-elect Donald Trump refused to rule out military action to take Greenland from Denmark. Peskov said the Arctic was in Russia’s “sphere of national and strategic interests and it is interested in peace and stability there”. Trump’s remarks on Greenland –…
Wildfires upend lives in Southern California. And, Jimmy Carter’s state funeral
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. Nearly 30,000 acres continue to burn early today across Los Angeles County. At least five people have died and the fires have destroyed whole neighborhoods. Every school in Los…
Bad Sleep Leaves the Brain More Vulnerable to Intrusive Thoughts
Here’s Why Bad Sleep and Toxic Thoughts Go Hand-in-Hand Findings reveal the memory-related brain processes that generate unwanted thoughts when people are sleep deprived By Rachel Nuwer edited by Gary Stix Imagine you are attending a friend’s housewarming party, and—in front of everyone—you spill a glass of red wine on their brand-new white couch. You…
Lebanese Lawmakers Choose a President After 2 Years of Gridlock
Middle East Crisis Lawmakers elected Joseph Aoun, the commander of the Lebanese military, the first step in forming a government to lead a country recovering from economic crisis and a devastating war. By Euan Ward Reporting from Beirut, Lebanon Lebanon’s fractured Parliament overcame more than two years of gridlock on Thursday to choose a new…
White powder sent to Belgian PM’s office identified as poison strychnine
Aide of Alexander De Croo hospitalised after opening letter containing potentially fatal poison A white powder in a letter that hospitalised an aide to Belgium’s prime minister, Alexander De Croo, has been identified as strychnine, a poison that can be fatal. The Brussels prosecutor’s office revealed on Wednesday the nature of the substance that was…
What’s the latest on the LA fires, and what caused them?
Out-of-control wildfires are ripping across parts of Los Angeles, leading to at least five deaths, burning down hundreds of buildings, and prompting more than 130,000 people to flee their homes in America’s second-largest city. Despite the efforts of firefighters, the biggest blazes remain totally uncontained – with weather conditions and the underlying impact of climate…
I Ditched My $200 Cream for This $18 Moisturizer—and Never Looked Back
Yep, 100,000+ rave reviews prove you don’t need to spend $200 for hydration miracles. E! may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Learn more. Between harsh winter winds, holiday jet-setting, and sleepless nights, my skin was suffering. Dry patches on my chin, redness on my cheeks, and that dreaded burning sensation when…
European imports of liquefied natural gas from Russia at ‘record levels’
Rystad Energy releases data days after Ukraine stopped flows of Russian gas through its pipelines Europe bought a record amount of liquefied natural gas from Russia last year, data shows, despite EU efforts to ditch the fossil fuels funding Putin’s war chest. Ships carrying 17.8m tonnes of ultra-cold Russian gas docked in European ports in…
How Prince William Supported Kate Middleton Through Cancer Treatment
While Kate Middleton has since returned to the spotlight, Prince William was the face of their family in public and his wife’s No. 1 champion at home while she underwent chemotherapy. In 2011, Prince William and Kate Middleton vowed at the altar to look after each other—for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health.…
Million year-old bubbles could solve ice age climate mystery
What is probably the world’s oldest ice, dating back 1.2m years ago, has been dug out from deep within Antarctica. Working at temperatures of -35C, a team of scientists extracted a 2.8km-long cyclinder, or core, of ice – longer than eight Eiffel Towers end-to-end. Suspended inside the ice are ancient air bubbles which scientists hope…
U.S. Saw an Opportunity While It Pushed to Arm Ukraine
Russia-Ukraine War The White House seized a rare chance to undermine Russia and build up regional allies as it built a coalition to support the Ukrainians. By John Ismay John Ismay reported from the first meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group in April 2022 and has covered its activities ever since. Just weeks after…
Venezuela tumbles deeper into dictatorship with Nicolás Maduro set to extend 12-year rule
Global democratic leaders pledge a boycott as exiled opposition leader vows to return to challenge ceremony Venezuela’s tumble into authoritarianism is poised to enter an even harsher new phase this week with Nicolás Maduro set to extend his 12-year rule despite widespread suspicions that he stole last year’s presidential election. The man widely believed to…
Imprisoned Belarus activist resurfaces after being incommunicado for over 700 days
By The Associated Press Viktar Babaryka, 61, has been denied meetings with his family and lawyers while serving a 14-year sentence in a penal colony after failing to get on the ballot against authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko in a 2020 election. Babaryka was last heard from in February 2023, and other prisoners said later that…
These Comfy J.Crew Ballet Flats Survived Hours of Walking in Paris
Sleek, stylish, and oh-so cushiony, we finally found a pair of flats under $35 that give you the best of both worlds—and they survived the cobblestone streets of Paris! E! may get a commission if you purchase something through our links. Learn more. If you’re anything like me, sometimes, style takes priority over comfort. Especially if…
Rugby star Stuart Hogg sentenced for domestic abuse
Former Scotland rugby union captain Stuart Hogg has been given a one-year community payback order after he admitted a domestic abuse charge against his estranged wife. The 32-year-old was previously given a five-year non-harassment order and fined £600 after breaching bail conditions. He had admitted shouting and swearing and acting in an abusive manner towards…
Who Is Pierre Poilievre, the Conservative Leader on a Path to Become Canada’s Next Prime Minister?
Canada’s Political Turmoil Pierre Poilievre, the Conservative leader, enjoys a commanding lead in the polls as Canadians look to the next general election. By Norimitsu Onishi Reporting from Montreal In Parliament, he called a leftist opposition leader and former Trudeau supporter “a fake, a phony and a fraud’’ and a “sellout.’’ Enraged, the leader stood…
William shares message to wife Kate on her 43rd birthday
The Prince of Wales has wished his wife, Catherine, a happy birthday as she turns 43. “To the most incredible wife and mother. The strength you’ve shown over the last year has been remarkable,” William wrote in a message posted on social media. “George, Charlotte, Louis and I are so proud of you. Happy Birthday,…
How Scott Disick Is Talking to Son Mason About His Alcohol Addiction
Scott Disick detailed the candid conversations he’s had with his and Kourtney Kardashian’s 15-year-old son Mason Disick about his past struggles with alcohol. Scott Disick is keeping it real with his kids. The Flip it Like Disick star, who shares children Mason, 15, Penelope, 12, and Reign, 10, with ex Kourtney Kardashian, revealed he doesn’t…
Jessica Alba and Cash Warren Break Up After 16 Years of Marriage
Jessica Alba and film producer Cash Warren, who have three kids together, have decided to part ways after more than a decade of marriage. Jessica Alba and Cash Warren are being honest about the state of their relationship. The Dark Angel alum, 40, and the film producer, 45, have broken up after 16 years of…
Japanese crime leader pleads guilty to conspiring to sell nuclear materials to Iran
By The Associated Press NEW YORK — The purported leader of a Japan-based crime syndicate pleaded guilty Wednesday to charges alleging that he conspired to traffic uranium and plutonium from Myanmar in the belief that Iran would use it for nuclear weapons. Takeshi Ebisawa, 60, of Japan, entered the plea in Manhattan federal court to…
Mozambique opposition leader returns after post-election violence
Venâncio Mondlane went into self-imposed exile after disputed elections in October, saying he feared being assassinated Mozambique’s opposition leader, Venâncio Mondlane, has returned to the country from self-imposed exile, saying he was ready for talks with the government after claiming October’s elections were stolen from him. In large dark sunglasses, Mondlane dropped to his knees…
Egypt Sees Its Refugees as a Scapegoat and an Opportunity
Syria’s Civil War Palestinians, Sudanese and Syrians fleeing war have found a home in the country. But Cairo says newcomers are straining resources and is seeking financial help from the West. By Vivian Yee Reporting from Cairo In easier times for Egypt’s refugees, Azza Mostafa, a pro-government TV anchor, had nothing but generous words for…
Oscar nominations postponed because of LA fires
The announcement of this year’s Oscar nominations has been delayed by two days because of the deadly wildfires raging in the Los Angeles area. It had been scheduled for Friday 17 January, but the stars and films up for Academy Awards will now be revealed on 19 January. The voting for the nearly 10,000 Academy…
Paige DeSorbo Denies Cheating on Craig Conover With Marcello Hernandez
Paige DeSorbo denied cheating on ex-boyfriend Craig Conover with Marcello Hernandez. Here’s how the SNL star reacted to the speculation. She came all this way, had to explain, direct from Paige DeSorbo. Less than two weeks after the Summer House star shared that she and Craig Conover broke up after three years of dating, Paige addressed speculation that she cheated on him with Saturday Night…
David Lammy says Trump’s rhetoric can be ‘destabilising’ but threat to invade Greenland won’t happen – UK politics live
Good morning. For the first time in six months, David Lammy, the foreign secretary, was put up by No 10 to do the morning broadcast interview round – ahead of a speech he is giving later. At PMQs yesterday, perhaps surprisingly, Keir Starmer was not asked about Donald Trump’s suggestion that he might invade Greenland,…
Man extradited to Queensland from NSW over alleged 1997 murder of former partner initially ruled as suicide
Keith Lees charged with murdering Meaghan Rose whose body was found at the base of cliffs at Mooloolaba A 72-year-old man has been extradited to Queensland and charged with the alleged murder of his former partner almost 28 years ago. Keith Lees was arrested in Dural, in Sydney’s north-west, last week after spending about 18…
Rachel Lindsay to Pay Bryan Abasolo $500,000 in Divorce Settlement
The Bachelorette alums Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo have settled their divorce one year after filing to end their marriage, according to documents obtained by E! News. Rachel Lindsay and Bryan Abasolo have reached a settlement after a thorny year of divorce proceedings. The Bachelorette alums, who met and fell in love on season 13…
Fake Aldi map prank wreaks ‘havoc’ on village
Residents in a rural village are urging people not to travel there in search of a supermarket giant falsely included in a map of the area. Villagers in Cyffylliog in Denbighshire, said a stream of cars have recently come through the area and a milk tanker became stuck after Google Maps said Aldi had a…
Jessica Alba Shared Happy Couple Pics Before Cash Warren Divorce News
Jessica Alba said she had the “best day” with Cash Warren and their kids Honor, 16, Haven, 13, and Hayes, 7, at Universal Studios Hollywood shortly before news of her divorce broke. Jessica Alba and Cash Warren will always put family first. Four days before news of the longtime couple’s breakup surfaced, the Dark Angel…
‘Where do I go?’: Fear and anxiety as people flee
Raging wildfires surrounding Los Angeles have spread to Hollywood Hills, a residential neighbourhood overlooking the historic Hollywood area of the city. The Sunset fire broke out at around 18:00 (14:00 GMT) local time on Wednesday, covering much of Hollywood in thick smoke and forcing an evacuation order. While driving in Hollywood, I saw many people…
Spencer Pratt Says Home Burning Down is “Nightmare Come True”
Spencer Pratt expressed his devastation after his and wife Heidi Montag’s house burned down during the Pacific Palisades wildfire in Southern California. Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag are reeling from the loss of their home. After The Hills stars confirmed their house in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles had burned in the ongoing wildfires,…
South Korean Colonel Who Accused President of Whitewash Is Acquitted
South Korea Turmoil The case, involving an inquiry into a marine’s death, had stoked political tensions long before President Yoon Suk Yeol’s impeachment last month. By Choe Sang-Hun Reporting from Seoul A South Korean marine colonel who faced insubordination and defamation charges after accusing President Yoon Suk Yeol of whitewashing his investigation into a marine’s death…
‘I changed jobs, work nights, and we still can’t afford a home’
Ten-year-old Elliot, who is a big Pokemon fan, says he would like to put posters up and decorate his magnolia-coloured bedroom walls. It’s one of the things he and his four brothers would do if they had a permanent home. Parents Sam and Jason have been living in temporary accommodation with their five boys for…
Fly Away With Jessica Alba & Cash Warren’s Best Moments Before Divorce
Jessica Alba and Cash Warren, who met in 2004 and got married four years later, are breaking up after 16 years of marriage. Fly down memory lane and take a look at some of their best moments together. Jessica Alba and Cash Warren’s sweet as honey romance has come to an end. The pair—who tied…
Why Kailyn Lowry Regrets “Mutilating” Her Body With Plastic Surgery
Teen Mom 2 alum Kailyn Lowry shared regret about her cosmetic procedures over the Christmas holiday in an effort to be skinnier, saying, “Think once, think twice before you get plastic surgery. Kailyn Lowry is lamenting her recent plastic surgery. The Teen Mom 2 star previously shared that she underwent a breast reduction at the end of December, however, she has…
Colossal scale of building challenge revealed by BBC’s new housing tracker
Some local councils in England would need to see at least a five-fold increase in new housing to meet government targets, analysis by BBC Verify suggests. The BBC’s figures lay out the immense challenge Labour has set itself in government with its “milestone” of building 1.5 million new homes in England over five years. In…
Scott Disick Teases Possible Reunion With Ex After Amelia Hamlin Split
The Kardashians star Scott Disick reflected on what went wrong in his most recent relationship, three years after his romance with Amelia Hamlin ended. Flipping it back with Scott Disick. The Kardashians star—whose most recent public romance was with Amelia Hamlin—detailed his willingness to be vulnerable and what went wrong in his last relationship. “I don’t think…
Clear racism at Al Fayed’s Harrods, former staff tell BBC
Many black staff members at London’s world-famous Harrods department store would leave the shop floor before Mohamed Al Fayed toured the premises, former employees have told the BBC. Staff would be given a warning before he appeared, says a former security guard, which was followed by a “beeline of certain people, certain races”, leaving the…
Armie Hammer Lands First Movie Role Since Cannibalism Allegations
Armie Hammer, who faced allegations of rape and cannibalism rumors, has landed his first starring role in four years. Learn more about the Call Me by Your Name alum’s new gig. Armie Hammer is heading back to the big screen. More than one year after the Los Angeles Police Department ended their lengthy investigation into…
‘Trump 2.0’ looms large over the global economy
Inflation, interest rates and tariffs mean 2025 is shaping up to be an intriguing year for the global economy. One in which growth is expected to remain at a “stable yet underwhelming” 3.2%, according to the International Monetary Fund. So what might that mean for all of us? Exactly a week before Christmas there was…
Ryan Reynolds Slams “Standards” Amid Blake Lively-Justin Baldoni Rift
Amid wife Blake Lively and It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni’s legal dispute, Ryan Reynolds spoke out on standards for women during a speech at National Board of Review Awards. Ryan Reynolds is pushing back on unattainable expectations. Amid his wife Blake Lively and It Ends With Us director Justin Baldoni’s ongoing legal dispute…
‘I thought I was going to die’: Jailed Venezuelan activist details brutality of prison life
“They have already tortured me and repressed me, but they will not silence me. My voice is the only thing I have left.” He was one of many hundreds of people arrested during protests after the electoral authorities – which are dominated by government loyalists – announced that the incumbent, Nicolás Maduro, had won. The…
Egypt Sees Its Refugees as a Problem and an Opportunity
Syria’s Civil War Palestinians, Sudanese and Syrians fleeing war have found a home in the country. But Cairo says newcomers are straining resources and is seeking financial help from the West. By Vivian Yee Reporting from Cairo In easier times for Egypt’s refugees, Azza Mostafa, a pro-government TV anchor, had nothing but generous words for…
How Australia’s beach cabana drama sparked a turf war
For years, a controversial invader has been gradually taking over Australia’s beloved beaches. Swallowing up the sand, blocking ocean views and turning the shore into an irksome maze, is a sea of large beach tents, called cabanas in Australia. “It’s chockers [crowded]. They’re all over the place,” Sydneysider Claire, 30, told the BBC. For her…
L.A. Fires: Mandy Moore “Numb” After Seeing Neighborhood Burn Down
This Is Us star Mandy Moore, who safely fled the Eaton Fire in East Los Angeles, detailed the heartbreak she feels after her neighborhood of Altadena, Calif., was set ablaze. Mandy Moore is reeling as the Los Angeles wildfires continue to rage across the city. The This Is Us star shared she is “devastated and…
Hiker who left muesli bars in Kosciuszko hut praises Hadi Nazari’s survival skills
Sherman left two muesli bars in national park’s most remote hut while Nazari was lost in wilderness – along with a short message ‘enjoy’ Sydney hiker Sherman left two Uncle Toby muesli bars inside a hut in dense bush on the side of a steep range in the Kosciuszko national park just after Christmas. He…
The Truth About Jessica Alba and Cash Warren’s Unexpected Love Story
Jessica Alba and Cash Warren, who share three children, have split up after 16 years of marriage. But it was building their family that inspired her to start the Honest Company. Jessica Alba said that one of the secrets to her enduring marriage with Cash Warren was their mutual commitment to “being in it.” As…
Mornington Peninsula beach box’s $910,000 to $1m listing higher than median Melbourne home
High asking price for boat shed a contrast to struggling housing market in the region, expert says A beach box on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula has gone on the market with an asking price of up to $1m – higher than the median value of a home in Melbourne. The owners of Beach Box 28, on…
The Papers: ‘Apocalypse’ LA and ‘Reeves faces extra tax rises’
The i is one of several newspapers analysing the growing financial pressures facing the chancellor. A panel of experts tell the paper there is a “toxic combination” of flatlining growth, soaring debt charges and geopolitical tensions that could wreck her Budget plans. Ben Zaranko from the Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) calls it a “generational…
At least five dead as overwhelmed firefighters struggle to contain LA blazes
Crews from across California and other states dispatched to help battle intense fires fanned by strong winds Fast-moving wildfires tore through several neighborhoods of Los Angeles, killing at least five people, incinerating more than 1,500 buildings and leaving firefighters across the region spread thin. Winds were easing and firefighters from across the state were relieving…
Sound Of 2025: Ezra Collective are ‘keeping music real’
If you think Ezra Collective’s music is life-affirming, just wait until you meet them in person. Tumbling into the BBC’s Maida Vale studios, the band are boisterous and charming, the sort of people to greet a perfect stranger like a long-lost cousin. Bandleader and drummer Femi Koleoso has a room-filling smile and a zest for…
Aly Michalka Addresses Rumor She Dated Costar Ricky Ullman for 6 Years
Aly Michalka cleared up the rumor that she secretly dated her Phil of the Future costar Ricky Ullman for six years, saying the two were never more than friends. Did Aly Michalka find herself with a 22nd-century-man? Not quite. The former Disney Channel star and her sister AJ Michalka cleared up a few rumors about themselves, including one that Aly had…
Andrew Forrest fires back at ExxonMobil’s claims of ‘smear campaigns and lawfare’
Iron ore billionaire says he is ‘personally delighted’ at lawsuit as fossil fuel giant has ‘opened themselves up to cross-examination’ in a US court Australian mining magnate Andrew Forrest is among a group accused of orchestrating “smear campaigns and lawfare” against the global oil and gas sector “for politics, publicity, and private gain” in a…
Commuters warned of icy roads as cold snap continues to freeze UK
Fresh weather warnings have been issued, with snow, ice and fog forecast across southern England, Wales, Northern Ireland and northern Scotland on Thursday. It will be mainly dry elsewhere with winter sunshine, but temperatures could fall again to as low as -16C on Thursday night. The cold snap has already brought heavy snowfall to some…
Why The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras Winners Are Taking a Break
Rachel Robinson and Jenny West bested their female competitors on MTV’s The Challenge 40: Battle of the Eras, but they told E! News, that doesn’t mean they’re eager to suit up again anytime soon. Johnny “Bananas” Devenanzio might be flying solo for the next few seasons of MTV’s The Challenge. Having bested the rest of…
The celebrity LA area ravaged by wildfire
The affluent Los Angeles neighbourhood of Pacific Palisades typically has strangers walking around, trying to catch a glimpse of celebrities’ houses. Now, though, its streets are filled with firefighters battling a 3,000-acre wildfire that is ravaging the area. Among them, a number of famous faces have been forced to flee their homes, including Star Wars’…
Find Your Color Season & Shop the Perfect Color Palette for You
Found your best color season through color analysis? We found fashionable looks that will flatter your palette. The products featured in this article are from brands available in NBCUniversal Checkout. E! makes a commission on purchases. Chances are, you probably have a favorite color that you wear regularly. However, did you know there’s actually a way…
Food prices ‘not going anywhere but up’, say retailers
There is “little hope” of food prices “going anywhere but up” in the second half of 2025 due to changes announced in the Budget, a retail lobby group has warned. The costs of higher wages and National Insurance tax changes coming in April will be passed on to consumers, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) said.…
Paris Hilton Watches Malibu Beach House Burn Down in Palisades Fire
Paris Hilton shared that her home in Malibu burned down as a result of the wildfires currently raging through Los Angeles County, saying she was “heartbroken beyond words.” Paris Hilton is devastated over the loss of her home. The reality star shared that her house in Malibu burned down as a result of the devastating wildfires currently…
Rottnest Island seaplane crash investigators to scour electronic devices for clues from flight’s final seconds
The crash, which killed three people, including pilot James Wong, occurred off the Western Australian coast Investigators estimate it will take months to understand the cause of a seaplane crash off the Western Australian coast that killed three people and injured three others. The aircraft carrying seven people is believed to have struck a small…
Grooming still happening in Oxford, ex-investigator says
A former police officer who led a grooming investigation in Oxford has said a similar type of sexual abuse is still happening, warning that the “guys we couldn’t catch are still out there”. Simon Morton, former senior investigating officer for Thames Valley Police, told the BBC that perpetrators in the area are operating in plain…
Travis Kelce Teases Ideal Wedding Timeline
Travis Kelce said he’s not a fan of fall weddings since that is prime time for football: “Don’t make my friends choose.” For Travis Kelce, the idea of a fall wedding is a little gauche. After all, ’tis the damn season for football. And the Kansas City Chiefs tight end, who is dating Taylor Swift,…
Half of English county councils could ask to delay elections
More than half of the county councils in England with elections scheduled for this year could seek to have the votes postponed, the BBC can reveal. At least 12 out of 21 county councils due to hold elections in May are poised to ask ministers to delay the ballots to explore options set out in…
The NHL postpones a game and the Lakers coach evacuates his family amid LA fires
Becky Sullivan The National Hockey League postponed a game in Los Angeles, and Pasadena’s iconic Rose Bowl Stadium came under evacuation warning as the wildfires burning across Southern California grew Wednesday. The NHL announced it would indefinitely delay a game between the Los Angeles Kings and Calgary Flames that had been set to take place…
Japanese yakuza leader pleads guilty to trafficking nuclear materials from Myanmar
US authorities charged Takeshi Ebisawa with conspiring to traffic nuclear materials from Myanmar for expected use by Iran in nuclear weapons A member of the Japanese criminal underworld has pleaded guilty to handling nuclear material sourced from Myanmar and seeking to sell it to fund an illicit arms deal, US authorities have said. Yakuza leader…
Israeli military says body of Bedouin hostage found in Gaza
The Israeli military says its troops have found the body of a Bedouin Arab hostage held by Hamas in Gaza, as well as evidence that suggests another may also be dead. The body of Yousef Zyadna, 53, was recovered from an underground tunnel in the southern Rafah area on Tuesday. The troops also made what…
IDF restricts media coverage of soldiers to protect them from risk of legal action
Israeli military’s new rules intended to protect reservists travelling overseas from facing allegations of war crimes The Israeli military has placed new restrictions on media coverage of soldiers on active combat duty because of growing concern about the risk of legal action against reservists travelling abroad over allegations of involvement in war crimes in Gaza.…
Joe Biden’s Granddaughter Naomi Biden Gives Birth to First Baby
Joe Biden’s eldest Granddaughter Naomi Biden has given birth to her first baby with husband Peter Neal, the United States President confirmed. There’s a new addition to the Biden Family tree. Two months after sharing her pregnancy, Naomi Biden—the eldest granddaughter of current United States President Joe Biden—gave birth to her and husband Peter Neal’s first baby, a…
Hiker Found Alive After 13 Days Lost in Australian Mountains
The 23-year-old hiker, Hadi Nazari, survived for almost two weeks on two granola bars he found in a hut and on water from rivers and creeks, the authorities said. By Sara Ruberg A 23-year-old man who became lost in the Australian wilderness while hiking was found alive by other hikers on Wednesday after living for…
New Caledonia Congress elects pro-France president after political crisis
New leader Alcide Ponga says people want a ‘signal of hope’ after turmoil in the French Pacific territory Weeks after its first ever pro-independence government collapsed, New Caledonia has named a French loyalist as its new president as the territory seeks to rebuild from deadly riots and destruction that battered the economy. Alcide Ponga, from…
Warning after two lynx released in Highlands
Police are investigating the illegal release of two lynx in the Highlands and have urged the public not to approach the wild cats. The alarm was raised at about 16:20 when they were spotted in the Drumguish area, near to Kingussie. Specially trained staff from the Highland Wildlife Park are assisting officers to trace the…
Labour sees off Tory ‘bandwagon’ call for new inquiry into sexual abuse gangs
Ministers condemn Conservative attempt to block child wellbeing and schools bill with ‘shameful’ amendment Cabinet ministers have ramped up attacks on Conservative “bandwagon jumping” over child rape gangs during furious exchanges in the Commons as the government saw off a Tory attempt to force a new inquiry. Amid continued pressure, No 10 appeared to slightly…
Steve Guttenberg Joins First Responders to Battle Palisades Fires
While Los Angeles wildfires ravaged over 10,000 acres of the Pacific Palisades neighborhood, Police Academy actor Steve Guttenberg jumped into action to help people evacuate. Steve Guttenberg interrupted a news station’s regularly scheduled programming with an “important announcement” amid Los Angeles wildfires. As massive brush fires, exacerbated by winds up to nearly 100 mph, raged…
Wicked leads acting awards race but Jolie snubbed
The origin story of the Wicked Witch of the West has five nominations in total, including individual nods for Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Jonathan Bailey. Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown scored four nominations, including one for its lead actor Timothée Chalamet. There were three nominations each for Anora, which follows a New York…
‘Raining ash’: Residents share how they fled the Southern California wildfires
By Alana Wise This is a developing story. For the latest local updates head to LAist.com and sign up for breaking news alerts. Tens of thousands of people have been ordered to evacuate their homes amid the three raging and uncontained wildfires in Southern California. NPR member station LAist has been covering the destruction the fires have wrought, and on day…
Brooke Shields Says Doctor Did “Bonus” Labia Surgery Without Consent
Brooke Shields detailed how a male plastic surgeon “threw in a little bonus” procedure without her consent when she underwent labia reduction surgery after spending years struggling with discomfort. Brooke Shields will no longer beat around the bush when it comes to women’s health. The Suddenly Susan actress shared in her new memoir that she…
People smugglers to have finances targeted by UK
New sanctions targeting the finances of people smuggling networks will make it harder for gangs to profit from the deadly trade, the Home Office has said. The government has said the proposed measures aimed at curbing illegal migration into the UK are expected to come into force this year. The sanctions, designed to disrupt the…
Pluto May Have Won Its Moon Charon with a ‘Kiss’
Pluto May Have Won Its Moon Charon with a ‘Kiss’ Pluto and its largest moon Charon could have come together via a 10-hour “kiss-and-capture” encounter after a grazing collision By Robert Lea & SPACE.com A composite enhanced-color image of Pluto (right) and Charon (left) as seen by NASA’s New Horizons spacecraft as it passed by…
Flooding’s Hidden Killers Include Heart Attacks and Infections
Flooding’s Hidden Killers Include Heart Attacks and Infections A new study found that flood deaths can rise by 25 percent three months after a disaster By Ariel Wittenberg & E&E News People inspect the flood damage in the Biltmore Village in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene on September 28, 2024 in Asheville, North Carolina. Hurricane…
Mourners gather for Kelyan Bokassa, 14, who was stabbed on London bus
The teenager, who was fatally attacked in Woolwich, was described as ‘very, very caring’ by his mother Mourners gathered to remember a teenager stabbed to death on a London bus at a church vigil on Wednesday evening. Kelyan Bokassa, 14, was travelling on a 472 bus to Abbey Wood when he was attacked at about…
Ryanair sues ‘unruly’ passenger over flight diversion
Ryanair is pursuing legal action against a passenger who allegedly caused a major disruption on a flight from Dublin to Lanzarote. The airline is seeking £12,500 in damages to cover expenses incurred when the plane had to divert to Porto, Portugal. On Wednesday, the airline announced it had filed proceedings against the passenger, whose behaviour…
Post-cold war era ‘well and truly over’, warns David Lammy
Foreign secretary says keeping the British people safe means standing up to Russia The post-cold war era is “well and truly over” and keeping the British people safe means standing up to Russia, the UK foreign secretary, David Lammy, has warned. Writing in the Guardian before a meeting likely to be focused on Ukraine between…
Critics Choice Awards Postponed Amid Devastating Fires
The 2025 Critics Choice Awards, originally scheduled for Jan. 12, are being postponed as Los Angeles battles a series of wildfires. Hollywood is pressing pause as the community navigates heartbreaking wildfires. The 2025 Critics Choice Awards, originally set to air on E! Jan. 12 with host Chelsea Handler, have been postponed until Jan. 26. The…
What it’s like inside LA’s real life apocalypse movie
Los Angeles is no stranger to disaster, having weathered floods, earthquakes and riots. But Tuesday brought one of most devastating days in the city’s history. The Pacific Palisades Fire started around 10:30 local time. Stoked by ferocious winds, the fire quickly spread, soon engulfing more than 3,000 acres in that upscale community. Soon the horizon…
Baby born on migrant boat crossing from Africa to Canary Islands
A baby was born on a crowded migrant dinghy which travelled from Africa to the Canary Islands this week, Spanish coast guards say. They have published a picture of the baby boy who was rescued on alongside his mother and scores of other migrants. The crowded inflatable raft was first spotted on 6 January off…