A week after gunmen killed 15 people at a Hanukkah celebration, hints of political divisions and anti-immigration rhetoric emerge in Australia.

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Authorities board vessel off Swedish coast after it suffered an engine failure.

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U.S. forces have already intercepted two other tankers in waters off Venezuela this month as part of an effort to heighten pressure on President Nicolás Maduro.

Bowen Yang bids farewell to 'Saturday Night Live' in his last sketch, where he plays an employee at an airport Delta lounge.

Photos suggest former Duke of York served as Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell’s pass to British high societyThe former Prince Andrew at Sandringham lying across the laps of five elegantly dressed women as Ghislaine Maxwell looks on; Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein on a shoot near Balmoral; the thre…

⚽ Afcon updates from the 7pm GMT kick-off in Morocco⚽ Live scores | Fixtures | Follow us on Bluesky | Mail JohnAchraf Hakimi, a high performer in our Top 100, is on the bench for Morocco. His coach, Walid Regragui, spoke ahead of the tourney: “We have been working for two years. It will be a big day…

Newcastle 14-50 BathChampions score eight tries against bottom sideBath returned to the summit of the Prem, exposing the gulf between top and bottom with maximum points at Kingston Park.Despite resting several front-liners, they ran in eight tries to bounce back from last week’s Champions Cup defeat…

One of the features that sadly didn't make it into the recent Linux 6.19 merge window was the long-awaited AMD ISP4 driver for supporting the web camera found with the high-end HP ZBook Ultra G1a and also expected to be used by future flagship AMD Ryzen laptops...

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When prison inmates break the rules, they may be placed in solitary confinement—sometimes for 24, 48 or 72 hours. Although it is frequently criticized, disciplinary segregation is still widely used in Quebec's provincial jails.

Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth Hammack said monetary policy is in a good place to pause and assess the effects of 75 basis points of rate cuts in the economy during the first quarter.

Timothy Loehmann’s firing is fourth known time in seven years that he left a department following public backlashThe former Cleveland officer who fatally shot 12-year-old Tamir Rice in 2014 was fired from his post as a ranger at a West Virginia resort community, the fourth known time in seven years …

Top White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said that President Trump's proposed $2,000 checks to Americans from tariff revenue would "have to be money that would be an appropriation," which would have to be approved by Congress.

Chatbots forge convincing sales invoices and other documents, say industry figures

Keep up with all the games | Message GrahamBears stun Packers in wild OT comeback win on SaturdayDid anyone catch Chicago v Green Bay last night? If you missed it enjoy the highlights. What a comeback from the Bears, talk about drama! Chicago now just have to beat either the 49ers or Lions to win th…

Barcelona head into new year on top of La LigaKoke, Gallagher and Griezmann strike for AtléticoBarcelona secured a composed 2-0 La Liga victory at Villarreal on Sunday thanks to goals from Raphinha and Lamine Yamal in a match that tilted firmly in the visitors’ favour when the hosts were reduced to …

The show's final episode of 2025 also featured Cher as the musical guest.

President Trump is imposing collective punishment on millions of people around the world in response to deadly shootings, despite numerous studies showing that immigrants are far less likely to commit crimes than people born in the U.S.

Several of Waymo's autonomous vehicles were seen stuck in the middle of San Francisco streets following a significant power outage that took out the city's traffic lights. Waymo responded to the power outage by suspending its ride-hailing services in the city, but images and videos on social media s…

Ministers plan to outlaw sales of oral nicotine sachets to under-18s, as experts warn of increased risk of addictionOne in eight teenagers aged 14 to 17 have used nicotine pouches, a survey has found, adding to health experts’ concern about their growing popularity.Users hold the small sachets, whic…

The U.S. Coast Guard is pursuing a third tanker Sunday as part of President Trump's military campaign against oil ships servicing Venezuela, two sources tell Axios.Why it matters: The planned seizure of the tanker, which is on the U.S. sanctions list for rogue oil vessels, was another sign Trump wan…

'SNL' mentioned the recent Epstein files drop and redactions along with the renaming of the Kennedy Center in a Trump-centered cold open.

Barca punish 10-man hosts Villarreal to win eighth consecutive La Liga game and move four points clear at the summit.

Some European leaders feel sidelined as US mediation takes Russian priorities into consideration.

Yury Ushakov's remarks come a day after US and Russian officials held talks on the US proposal in Florida.

Director of the National Economic Council Kevin Hassett said Sunday that President Trump's idea to give Americans $2,000 checks funded by tariff revenue will "depend on what happens with Congress."

Frenchman led team to promotion from second tierSecond sacking of week after West Ham ditched SkinnerLondon City Lionesses have sacked their manager Jocelyn Prêcheur, with the newly-promoted club sitting sixth in the Women’s Super League table.The Frenchman oversaw London City’s promotion to the WSL…

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Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said Sunday that he wishes for a Russia-Ukraine war peace deal “that would prevent a third invasion,” likely referencing the 2014 and 2022 Russian incursions on Ukrainian territory. “Listen, we've made great progress between Ukraine, Europe and the United States to come …

A former Cleveland officer who fatally shot 12-year-old Tamir Rice has been fired from his new post as a ranger in West Virginia.

Studying one of the simplest animals, Stanford's Prakash Lab uncovered how it folds itself into complex shapes—revealing new insights into a fundamental cellular feature and the origins of tissue folding.

⚽ Premier League updates from the 4.30pm GMT kick-off⚽ Live scores | Table | Follow us on Bluesky | Email Tim2 min United win a throw-in on the right, and then a free kick, which comes to nothing.We have a minor celebrity in the tunnel! Kelly Osbourne, daughter of the late lamented Ozzy, is there an…

Rangers arrived in Edinburgh with a view to reminding onlookers they can be a key component in this season’s Scottish title race. They departed as the latest victims of the Hearts juggernaut. Back to back wins against Celtic had already been secured before Hearts repeated the trick against Rangers. …

Striker hurt by Van de Ven tackle when opening scoringMRI scan results to reveal length of spell on sidelinesLiverpool fear their record signing Alexander Isak has sustained a significant injury and is facing a lengthy period on the sidelines.The league champions are waiting on the results of an MRI…

Cutting-edge therapies exist, but the market cannot deliver them cheaply. Britain must build NHS capacity so that cures become collective goods, not expensive productsJust a small fraction of our 20,000 genes can cause disease when disrupted – yet that sliver accounts for thousands of rare disorders…

But will the 'International Assassins' arc be a new season, or another movie? That's what 'Chainsaw Man' fans want to know.

Israel has approved 19 new settlements in the occupied West Bank, bringing the three-year total to 69. The move comes despite the UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' recent condemnation of what he called the "relentless" expansion of settlements in the occupied territory.

Those planning to retire, or who have already retired, can expect to see some notable changes in the new year.

I am furious at what my country has done to me by taking away the one person who has been my safety net.

Anti-abortion voices are growing increasingly impatient for the Trump administration to complete a review of the abortion pill mifepristone, potentially altering its approval. But changing abortion access at the federal level could imperil an already vulnerable GOP in the upcoming midterms.   While …

The following is the transcript of the interview with Paul S. Coakley, President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and Oklahoma City Archbishop, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 21, 2025.

The following is the transcript of the interview with UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on Dec. 21, 2025.

Archbishop Paul Coakley, the president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, said that President Trump's deportation campaign is instilling fear, and "that's something that concerns us all, that people have a right to live in, in security and without fear of random deportations."

UNICEF executive director Catherine Russell said what is happening in South Sudan is currently the "largest humanitarian crisis" the organization is seeing. "The challenges are absolutely staggering," she added.

Todd Blanche says 16 removals came at request of victim advocacy groups and says images would likely go back upDeputy US attorney general Todd Blanche said on Sunday that removing photos from Friday’s Jeffrey Epstein files release, including one of Donald Trump, has “nothing to do” with the presiden…

Putin’s top foreign policy aid says proposals could prolong conflict as talks with US negotiators are held in MiamiRussia has renewed its criticism of efforts by Europe and Ukraine to amend US proposals to end the war in Ukraine, saying they did not improve prospects for peace.Vladimir Putin’s top f…

Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) said he would leave it to the American people to decide whether they blame Republicans for the lapse in their enhanced Obamacare subsidies at the end of the year, but he defended GOP efforts to strike a deal on the issue in recent weeks. In an interview Sunday on CNN’s …

The Rock DJ hitmaker made Humberston Care Home resident Norma's dream come true.

2018 champion Cross untroubled in win over WhiteCullen accuses Suljovic of ‘cheating’ during defeatRob Cross eased into the third round of the PDC World Darts Championship with a 3-1 win over the veteran Ian White.It has been a disappointing year for the 2018 champion, with a host of early exits in …

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A third teenage man is in a "life-threatening" condition in hospital after the crash in Surrey.

The vessel ran aground near Inverbervie Beach on Saturday but its sole occupant has yet to be traced.

Israel's defence exports increased 13 percent in 2024 compared with the previous year to a record of almost $15bn.

In some studies, half of patients stopped taking GLP-1s within a year despite the benefits, citing the expense and side effects.

Argentina’s Diego Lerner, a guiding force for The Walt Disney Company’s roll out in Latin America and Europe from 1990 to this year, died Dec. 18 in Buenos Aires at the age of 71 after a long illness. In a gesture from Disney, Lerner had been named honorary president of The Walt Disney Company Latin…

We caught up with Ciara at the TikTok Awards and she shares what her favorite TikTok trend of the year was, how her kids keep her up to date with trending TikToks, how songs like “Level Up” & “Like a Boy” went viral and more! Tetris Kelly: Hanging out at the first ever TikTok Awards […]

The NFL game kicks off at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday (Dec. 21).

Reps. Ro Khanna, a California Democrat, and Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, who pushed for the Justice Department to release the Jeffrey Epstein files, said the full release is "taking too long" and Friday's release is a "slap in the face of survivors."

PG&E said it did not have a precise timeframe for when power would be fully restored due to the "significant and extensive" damage to one of its substations.

The Trump Department of Justice gave notice it would appeal a judge's decision to toss the cases against James Comey and Letitia James on Friday, insisting the prosecutor deemed unlawfully appointed remains on the job.The big picture: The administration is trying to salvage the cases after the dismi…

A nearly invisible material made mostly of air could redefine how windows stop heat and save energy. Physicists at the University of Colorado Boulder have created a new type of window insulation that could significantly improve energy efficiency in buildings around the world—and it behaves much like…

The music icon took the stage as musical guest during the Ariana Grande–hosted episode on Dec. 20.

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Saturday marked comedian Bowen Yang’s final appearance as a regular cast member on “Saturday Night Live,” a move Yang had already confirmed and cemented by tearing up on live TV alongside Ariana Grande and Cher. Getting to say goodbye with such attention and advance notice is a privilege in the noto…

In South Africa, at least 9 people have died and 10 others injured after a group of gunmen carried out a shooting at a pub in the early hours on Sunday, according to authorities. The shooting comes after at least 11 people, including a child were shot dead at a hostel near Pretoria earlier this mont…

The African Cup of nations opens in Rabat tonight with a match between the host country Morocco and the Comoros. It's a crucial event for the country, which is hoping to cement its status as a football superpower. The tournament will allow Morocco to show off infrastructure investments it is making …

Lawsuit shows bank flagged ‘serious material weaknesses’ at the Texas auto lender in early 2024

The songwriter covered Snider's "Play a Train Song" as the encore of his Friday night show in Austin

Yamini Rangan has seen tremendous growth at the software company since joining in January 2020.

This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Republican Rep. Thomas Massie and Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna join to discuss the newest batch of Jeffrey Epstein files released by the Justice Department. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett and UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Rus…

Exclusive: Warning from head of Social Mobility Commission comes after UK report found ‘entrenched disadvantages’Keir Starmer has no “coherent” strategy to tackle entrenched inequalities harming the life chances of millions of people, the government’s social mobility commissioner has said.A major of…

Exclusive: Thinktank’s findings undermine successive home secretaries’ statements about misuse of system in England and WalesAsylum seekers are not abusing the modern slavery system in a widespread manner, according to a report from a centre-right thinktank that undermines statements from successive…

Scientists have identified a previously unknown natural compound produced by heat-loving cyanobacteria that helps protect against ultraviolet radiation. Natural sunscreen ingredients can protect the skin from damaging radiation while reducing the risk of allergic reactions. In a recent study, scient…

A way to electrically modify the chirality of organic–inorganic hybrid materials, in which chiral molecules adsorb onto inorganic surfaces, has been demonstrated by researchers at Science Tokyo. By using an electric double-layer transistor with a chiral electrolyte, specific chirality was imposed on…

A Supreme Court ruling that scraps Donald Trump’s tariffs — and refunds the import fees collected — would create a major “administrative problem,” the president’s top economic adviser said Sunday.

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) on Sunday called for an investigation into the heavily redacted files related to Jeffrey Epstein released on Friday, saying it appears the Justice Department has fallen “short of what the law requires.” In an interview on ABC News’s “This Week,” the Dem…

Although most pro-choice Americans remain unaware that telemedicine abortion is an option, patients seeking care have widely embraced it. More than a quarter of all abortions in the U.S. were provided via telemedicine in 2025.

“Avatar: Fire and Ash” ignited with $88 million in its domestic box office debut. It’s a decent start, albeit a significant decline from the opening weekend of 2022’s sequel “Avatar: The Way of Water” with $134 million. However a larger question looms about the financial fate of the big-budget block…

For family-founded Steinbach Volkskunst, the company’s most reliable market has become its biggest bureaucratic headache.

Chichester Festival theatreA musical adaptation of Matt Haig’s children’s book is visually delightful and heroically performed by Chichester Festival Youth Theatre but the songs are humdrumThis origin story, about how Saint Nicholas came to be an arctic-dwelling gift-giver with an army of elves, beg…

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) said on Sunday that Democrats are considering various avenues of recourse after the Trump administration released a trove of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein that included heavy redactions. In an interview on CNN’s “State of the Union,” the top Democrat on the House Jud…

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Despite fears about what a Mamdani mayoralty might mean, big business continues to invest in the city

Formed in 2014, the band has emerged as one of the leading forces in the Georgian music scene.

The talks to end the war in Ukraine shifted back to the U.S. this weekend, with President Vladimir Putin’s envoy calling discussions “constructive” as Washington pushes for a peace deal by Christmas.

France ​will ⁠build a new aircraft carrier to boost ​its ‍capacities ​as a maritime ​power, President Emmanuel Macron told French troops gathered at a military ‍base in ​Abu Dhabi. Macron arrived in the United Arab Emirates on Sunday to celebrate Christmas with troops and to discuss bilateral ties w…

The US Coast Guard is pursuing an oil ⁠tanker in international waters near Venezuela in what would be the third in less than a week, officials said Sunday, as US President Donald Trump increases pressure on the South American nation. The move comes a week after Trump announced a "blockade" of all oi…

The US seized an oil tanker off Venezuela's coast on Saturday. It's the second time in two weeks that US forces have carried out such an action. This comes after President Donald Trump announced a block of "sanctioned oil vessels" entering and exiting Venezuela. Catherine Viette has more details.

New NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said he wants NASA to move faster on programs such as Artemis but acknowledged he needs time to get up to speed on NASA’s activities.
The post Isaacman emphasizes accelerating NASA programs as he takes agency’s reins appeared first on SpaceNews.

Every year, Secret Santa (actually an anonymous, wealthy businessman) goes around the country handing out hundreds of $100 bills to random strangers, often accompanied by Steve Hartman. This time, Santa recruited Baltimore doctor Michael Zolicofer, a.k.a. Dr. Z, to help spread good tidings to random…

Sediments from a Roman latrine at Vindolanda show soldiers were infected with multiple intestinal parasites, including roundworm, whipworm, and Giardia — the first time Giardia has been identified in Roman Britain. These parasites spread through contaminated food and water, causing diarrhea, weaknes…

A major international review has upended long-held ideas about how top performers are made. By analyzing nearly 35,000 elite achievers across science, music, chess, and sports, researchers found that early stars rarely become adult superstars. Most world-class performers developed slowly and explore…

Researchers studying a massive landslide in Alaska have detected strange seasonal seismic pulses caused by water freezing and thawing in rock cracks. These faint signals could become an important early clue to changes that might someday trigger a dangerous landslide-driven tsunami.

Spanish researchers have created a powerful new open-source tool that helps uncover the hidden genetic networks driving cancer. Called RNACOREX, the software can analyze thousands of molecular interactions at once, revealing how genes communicate inside tumors and how those signals relate to patient…

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