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The Best and Worst USMNT Moments of 2025
The final year before the 2026 World Cup was a roller coaster for the U.S. men's national team.
Sports Illustrated
9 min read
Cyprus pledges ‘different mindset’ as it assumes EU presidency
Country’s six-month stint at helm begins with defence, migration and Ukraine still at top of agenda
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
'Crazy' Elon Musk Warned Over 'Surreal' Input Into US Teen's Residency Fight
Elon Musk faces backlash after publicly rating the 'hotness' of 19-year-old student Audrey Morris during her Danish residency battle.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK and cousin of Health Secretary RFK Jr., dies of cancer at 35
Her death comes just weeks after she publicly revealed in The New Yorker that she had been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.
Fortune
4 min read
Mikel Arteta says ‘sacrifices’ paying off in Arsenal’s title push
Arsenal head into the New Year at the top of the Premier League
The Independent UK
3 min read
Burkina Faso and Mali ban US nationals in retaliation to Trump’s visa decision
Announcements mark latest twist in the frosty relationship between west African military governments and the US
The Guardian - AU
3 min read
Greece and Cyprus ring in 2026 with quieter celebrations
The countries' capital cities have traded the familiar boom of fireworks for spectacle without the shock wave
The Independent UK
4 min read
Woman picks up girl’s Nike Hoodie at Dick’s Sporting Goods. Then she walks over to the boys’ section: ‘I’m so fed up’
The idea of the “pink tax” has been debated for years. It’s the theory that women often end up paying more for products that are nearly identical to those marketed toward men. One woman says she encountered a clear case of it while shopping for a kids’ Nike hoodie at…
The Mary Sue
4 min read
The Cheapest Tesla Model 3 Just Beat Its EPA-Estimated Range
The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard might lack some creature comforts compared to other trims, but it aced an independent range test.
InsideEVs
3 min read
MAGA tried to force entry to a daycare alleging fraud, now Trump has frozen Minnesota childcare payments
Your kids aren't safe from MAGA even at daycare.
We Got This Covered
3 min read
Gene Editing with CRISPR Technology: Pros, Cons, and the Ethics of Genetic Engineering
CRISPR gene editing offers major medical breakthroughs but raises ethical concerns. Learn its benefits, risks, and societal impact in today's genetic engineering debates.
Medical Daily
7 min read
Best hotels in Cape Verde, from eco-lodges up in the mountains to beachfront boutiques
From eco-lodges and guesthouses to beachside resorts and boutique hotels, there’s a variety of places you can stay in Cape Verde
The Independent UK
13 min read
Oasis brought rock'n'roll back to the charts in 2025 (and Liam hints they may play again in 2026)
Oasis managed to infiltrate pop-dominated charts according to new figures, as Liam hints at more shows
Evening Standard
4 min read
Elton John Looks Back on 'Your Song' as His Career-Defining Track
Sir Elton John reveals Your Song as the piece he is most proud of in his six‑decade career, highlighting its emotional significance and the moment it launched his rise to stardom.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Every tortilla sold in California will need to have one extra ingredient in the New Year. Here’s why
Starting from January 1, makers of products using masa flour will be required to add folic acid to their mixture
The Independent UK
3 min read
11 Of Tiger Woods' Most Iconic Golf Shots And The Clubs He Used For Them
The 15-time Major winner turns 50 in 2025, so we've run down his best and most memorable shots through the years and the equipment he used to do them.
Golf Monthly
10 min read
Buddhist monks peace-walking from Texas to DC persist even after being run over on highway outside Houston
A group of Buddhist monks is persevering in their walking trek across much of the U.S. to promote peace, even after two of its members were injured when a truck hit their escort vehicle. After starting their walk in Fort Worth, Texas, on Oct. 26, the group of about two…
Fortune
4 min read
Only the coolest gardeners have a set of ‘Tinkling Toadstools’ – they earned me serious brownie points when I gifted a set to my sister
Add some whimsy to your garden
Ideal Home
4 min read
Buddhist monks and their ‘peace dog’ are walking across the US and captivating the nation along the way
While Buddhism has branched into a number of sects over the centuries, its rich tradition of peace activism continues
The Independent UK
4 min read
How Diet Influences Your Lifespan: Lifespan Foods and Healthy Eating for Longer Life
Longevity diet research shows how lifespan foods and healthy eating aging patterns influence cellular repair, disease risk, and lifespan, according to science.
Medical Daily
8 min read
Cyprus pledges ‘different mindset’ as it assumes EU presidency
Country’s six-month stint at helm begins with defence, migration and Ukraine still at top of agenda
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of JFK and cousin of Health Secretary RFK Jr., dies of cancer at 35
Her death comes just weeks after she publicly revealed in The New Yorker that she had been diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia.
Fortune
4 min read
Burkina Faso and Mali ban US nationals in retaliation to Trump’s visa decision
Announcements mark latest twist in the frosty relationship between west African military governments and the US
The Guardian - AU
3 min read
Austin police officer Christopher Taylor acquitted in 2019 shooting by appeals court
Taylor's conviction was the first time a Travis County police officer had been found liable in an on-duty fatal shooting.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Flu is rising rapidly, driven by a new variant. Here's what to know
Flu is rising rapidly across the U.S., driven by a new variant of the virus
The Independent UK
4 min read
Rob Reiner Death Investigation: Why Actor's Autopsy Records Were Sealed Despite Public's Interest on Case
Rob Reiner's fans want to know more details about the actor and his wife, Michele Reiner's, murders. However, authorities have decided to seal the records from the public.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Georgia judge tosses landmark racketeering charges against 'Cop City' protesters
A Georgia judge has tossed racketeering charges against dozens of defendants accused of a yearslong conspiracy to halt the construction of a police and firefighter training facility
The Independent UK
4 min read
Body found near home of Missing Texas Teen Camila Mendoza Olmos - Fashion Central UK
Authorities searching for missing Texas teenager Camila Mendoza Olmos discovered a body Tuesday in a field near her home
The Fashion Central
4 min read
France fears ‘era of Trumpism’ as public broadcaster comes under fire from right
Investigation established by UDR party to look at ‘neutrality, workings and financing’ of state TV and radio
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Trump administration freezes childcare funding to Minnesota in wake of fraud scheme allegations
Officials claim to find ‘rampant fraud’ in childcare funding, but prosecutions began in Biden era and Tim Walz says ‘we’ve spent years cracking down on it’
The Guardian - AU
4 min read
5 Hybrid Cars That Offer Better Long-Term Value Than EVs in 2026
See which hybrid cars in 2026 deliver better long-term value than EVs and why they might be the smarter choice for your wallet and lifestyle.
GOBankingRates
4 min read
The year the U.S. economy bent but didn't break
Beneath buoyant growth in GDP and asset prices are serious worries: a soft job market and elevated inflation among them.
Axios
4 min read
Nvidia’s Groq bet shows that the economics of AI chip-building are still unsettled
Nvidia believes running AI models will be highly profitable, but its Groq deal reflects uncertainty over which chips and architectures will dominate.
Fortune
5 min read
Las Vegas’ struggling tourism industry posts another worrying stat during what should have been city’s busiest month of the year
‘I think it’s clear that value has been a concern on the part of some of our customers,’ Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority CEO Steve Hill said. ‘We’re aware of that. The resorts are aware of that.’
The Independent UK
8 min read
Dollar Edges Higher on US Economic News and FOMC Minutes
The dollar index (DXY00 ) rose to a 1-week high on Tuesday and finished up by +0.18%. The dollar found support Tuesday from better-than-expected US economic news on home prices and the Dec MNI Chicago PMI. Also, higher T-note yields on Tuesday have strengthened the dollar’s interest rate differentials. The...
Barchart
6 min read
Another Red Flag Is Waving for Tesla Stock. How Should You Play TSLA Heading Into 2026?
Tesla's Cybertruck is struggling to gain traction among consumers due to several factors that range from higher prices to quality issues.
Barchart
4 min read
Why The Tesla Cybertruck Caused A $2 Billion Hit To This South Korean Company
A massive $2.9 billion deal around the Cybertruck's 4680 battery implodes as a supplier posts an incredible 99% write-down worth billions.
InsideEVs
4 min read
Apple CEO Tim Cook Just Bought $3 Million of Nike Stock. Should You Load Up on NKE Too?
Nike looks like a selective buy rather than an “all‑in” trade after Tim Cook’s nearly 3 million dollar purchase, with insider confidence, innovative bets, and a 25%+ upside to analyst targets offset by weak earnings and a still‑rich multiple versus the sector.
Barchart
6 min read
I Asked ChatGPT for the Easiest Side Hustles That Make Over $500 a Week
With a rapidly rising cost of living, many Americans are looking to pull in extra income. Good news: there are many realistic ways to do so.
GOBankingRates
7 min read
Corn Starting Tuesday Trade with Steady Action
Corn price action us showing steady trade on Tuesday, with contracts within ½ cent of unchanged. Futures posted 7 to 8 cent losses on Monday, after seeing strength around last week holiday on thin trade. Preliminary open interest suggested new selling interest, up 11,894 contracts on the price drop. The...
Barchart
2 min read
MAGA tried to force entry to a daycare alleging fraud, now Trump has frozen Minnesota childcare payments
Your kids aren't safe from MAGA even at daycare.
We Got This Covered
3 min read
Ex-Olympian Turned Cartel King Has Massive Private Collection of MotoGP Bikes Seized
Authorities seized around $40 million worth of motorcycles, including at least nine GP bikes, suspected of belonging to Canadian cartel kingpin Ryan James Wedding.
RideApart
4 min read
ER doctors reveal the weirdest things Americans got stuck up their butts — yes, the government keeps a list
Some items even had reasons.
We Got This Covered
4 min read
US executions surged in 2025 to highest level in 16 years
Forty-seven men killed by states operating death penalty – almost double last year’s number
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Pacifist Japan has slowly transformed from exclusively self-defense to a military buildup
Japan is accelerating a military buildup program designed to double annual arms spending
The Independent UK
7 min read
Even with Jodi Hildebrandt Locked Up and Kevin Franke Sounding the Alarm, Ruby Franke Still Looks Trapped
Jodi Hildebrandt is in prison, but questions remain as Ruby Franke faces parole and Kevin Franke warns of child welfare failures.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Trump Sparks War Panic as Dementia Fears Grow Over Vague Venezuela Strike Claim
Donald Trump faces backlash after a vague claim about a strike in Venezuela sparks war fears and concerns about his clarity.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
What Was Jeffrey Epstein Reading? Shocking Books on Trump, Tantric Sex, and Immortality Revealed In Kindle List
Jeffrey Epstein's Amazon Kindle receipts reveal books on Trump, tantric sex, narcissism and immortality, raising fresh questions about his private obsessions.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
10 “Mar-a-Lago” Face Transformations That Left People Utterly Stunned
“A lot of us who support the president want to look our best. It makes you feel like you’re part of something."
Bored Panda
12 min read
This 22-year-old college dropout makes $700,000 a year from ‘AI slop’ people sleep through
Gen Zer Adavia Davis dropped out of college after buying a Tesla Model 3 with Youtube money. His AI-generated videos now earn $60k a month
Fortune
10 min read
Woman picks up girl’s Nike Hoodie at Dick’s Sporting Goods. Then she walks over to the boys’ section: ‘I’m so fed up’
The idea of the “pink tax” has been debated for years. It’s the theory that women often end up paying more for products that are nearly identical to those marketed toward men. One woman says she encountered a clear case of it while shopping for a kids’ Nike hoodie at…
The Mary Sue
4 min read
Is This 50 Cent's Reaction to Diddy's Sons' Upcoming Docuseries?
50 Cent has questioned the wisdom of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sons releasing a family-led docuseries as the rapper considers legal action against Netflix over its controversial exposé.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
‘Life is pain without you’: Cary Elwes and Martin Scorsese pay tribute to Rob Reiner as autopsy reports sealed
As a judge puts a security hold on Rob and Michele Reiner’s cases and Joe Rogan criticises Donald Trump’s comments about Reiner’s death, collaborators continue to pay tribute
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
London-Forged Liberty Bell Replica Rings After 25 Years to Mark America's 250th
A 2,000-pound Liberty Bell replica from London's Whitechapel Bell Foundry will ring twice on New Year's Eve in Philadelphia for America's 250th.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Priscilla Presley's Shocking 'Choke Them' Remark About Daughter Lisa Marie Sparks Fan Backlash
Priscilla Presley sparks outrage by slamming late daughter Lisa Marie in her new memoir whilst praising son Navarone. Is she playing favourites?
International Business Times UK
6 min read
Screens and social media are damaging kids’ conversation skills. Here’s why this matters, and how to get them back
Social media and mobile phones are major disruptors of face-to-face conversations. Recent research has conclusively demonstrated that the indiscriminate (and borderline addictive) use of mobile phones has a direct impact on the quality of our interactions.
The Conversation
6 min read
I’m Chevy Chase and You’re Not review – abundant talent showcased in profile of SNL’s champion insult comic
Archive material shows Chase’s abilities but the times have changed around the self-aggrandising actor and comedian – and not always to his benefit
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Mickey Rourke Before and After Photos: Embattled Actor's Significant Face Change Goes Viral as He Gets Evicted From His LA Home
Mickey Rourke faces eviction from his Los Angeles home as viral before and after photos spark renewed attention on the actor's changing appearance.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
'Stranger Things' Season 5 Volume 3 Release Date, Time, And Plot For The Series Finale
Nine years of supernatural mysteries have all been leading to this.
Inverse
3 min read
“I’ve worked with Lee Sklar. I got to see Anthony Jackson play. I had Pino Palladino on my first album. I’ve been able to absorb that bass-playing mojo”: How the bass guitar became a crucial part of Sheryl Crow’s songwriting process
Already a Grammy-winning, global pop star, Sheryl Crow geeks out on bass for all the right reasons
Guitar World
4 min read
‘People are wrestling with the burden’: Japan pivots to focus on nuclear power ‘maximisation’ alongside renewables
Post-Fukushima nuclear closures of dozens of reactors forced the country to rely heavily on imported fossil fuels
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
Eastern U.S. faces heavy snow threats in days-long New Year's holiday storm
New York's governor has declared a statewide emergency due to the severe weather that's set to last beyond New Year's Day.
Axios
3 min read
Rose Parade faces first rain in 20 years this New Year’s Day
It has rained only 10 times in the parade's history
The Independent UK
3 min read
Grocery Chains Investing in Sustainability Programs That Affect Prices
Sustainability is the buzzword of 2026, but for the grocery shopper, it often translates to a higher bill at the checkout line. Major retailers are racing to meet ambitious environmental goals, investing millions in “green” initiatives that range from electric delivery fleets to zero-waste packaging. While these programs are good…
Grocery Coupon Guide
4 min read
Snow, ice and potential gale-force winds forecast at start of new year
A yellow weather warning has been issued for large parts of Scotland, but temperatures are expected to fall elsewhere too.
Evening Standard
4 min read
Intensifying winter storm snarls U.S. holiday travel amid "hazardous" conditions
Thousands of flights have been delayed or canceled.
Axios
5 min read
Americans face New Year’s Eve travel chaos and ‘whiteout’ conditions as winter storms bring more snow and rain
Two more storms were forecast later this week, with rain on New Year’s Day potentially soaking the Rose Parade in Pasadena for the first time in about two decades
The Independent UK
5 min read
Rain could be an unwelcome entry at the Rose Parade on New Year's Day
For the first time in 20 years, rain could be an intruder at the Rose Parade in Southern California
The Independent UK
2 min read
Snow map: Where wintry showers and ice will hit UK on New Year’s Day after Met Office weather warnings
The Met Office has warned that frequent and heavy snow showers may lead to some travel disruption.
The Independent UK
6 min read
How to stay safe during a winter storm power outage
Their duration and external temperatures can render them serious, even life-threatening, regardless of the cause
The Independent UK
6 min read
Texas 2025: Year in Photos
Photojournalists document another year across Texas. Our photos illustrated the tense redistricting debate at the Capitol, the aftermath of the Hill County floods and more.
The Texas Tribune
22 min read
Austin police officer Christopher Taylor acquitted in 2019 shooting by appeals court
Taylor's conviction was the first time a Travis County police officer had been found liable in an on-duty fatal shooting.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Dallas County Republicans abandon plan to hand-count ballots in March primary
Dallas County Republican Chairman Allen West cited cost, staffing, and logistics concerns for the decision.
The Texas Tribune
5 min read
Inside the Terrible Losses of Caroline Kennedy: Daughter Tatiana Schlossberg Dead at 35
The death of Caroline Kennedy's daughter marks another devastating chapter in a personal history long shadowed by loss. Tatiana, a journalist and author, died after a battle with acute myeloid leukemia, a diagnosis she revealed only weeks ago in her deeply personal essay for The New Yorker.
Latin Times
5 min read
Texas 2025: The stories that mattered most to readers
Texans closely followed 17 constitutional propositions, the growth of one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities and a controversial plan to move billions of gallons of groundwater.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Runaway Tanker Reportedly Changes Course As It Flees From U.S. Forces
The crew of the Bella 1, the sanctioned oil tanker fleeing from U.S. forces, painted a Russian flag on the side of the vessel, an apparent attempt to claim Russian protection as it changes course and heads north, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
Texas to receive $281 million in federal funds for rural health care
Texas will get the biggest portion of the first rollout of the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Program, which was created in tandem with legislation slashing Medicaid funding.
The Texas Tribune
5 min read
Boat Targeted By U.S. Strikes Was Carrying Marijuana, Report Claims
An boat targeted by the U.S. military as part of its campaign against drug-trafficking in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific was carrying marijuana, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
At Least Two Sanctioned Tankers Made It To Venezuela As U.S. Continues Enforcing Its Blockade On Sanctioned Vessels
At least two tankers have recently made it to Venezuela and more are on their way as Caracas seeks to keep selling crude despite the U.S.'s blockade of sanctioned vessels, a new report detailed.
Latin Times
3 min read
Trump Reportedly Asked Netanyahu To 'Calm Things Down' In The West Bank During Mar-a-Lago Meeting
President Donald Trump and other top aides asked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to "calm things down" in the West Bank to prevent further escalation in the region and risk undermining the Abraham Accords, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
Trump Vetoes Unanimous Clean Water Project In Lauren Boebert's Who Voted To Release Epstein Files
Trump vetoed the bipartisan Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, a critical clean-water project backed unanimously by Congress and sponsored by Republican Lauren Boebert, after she helped force the release of the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
Russian ship seized by Finnish authorities for 'damaging undersea cables'
The captured cargo vessel left St Petersburg and was travelling between Finland’s capital Helsinki and Tallinn in Estonia
Evening Standard
2 min read
‘It’s not a hen party hellscape’: Dublin’s Temple Bar strives to shake off its bad reputation
Despite reviews of the district as a raucous tourist trap, improved policing has restored safety and an eclectic vibe
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Trump Health Fears: Why Experts Believe The President Is Now Facing His Own Mortality
Explore why medical experts and Peruvian shamans alike believe Trump faces serious health challenges in 2026, from chronic venous insufficiency to documented cognitive decline.
International Business Times UK
8 min read
Greece and Cyprus ring in 2026 with quieter celebrations
The countries' capital cities have traded the familiar boom of fireworks for spectacle without the shock wave
The Independent UK
4 min read
US executions surged in 2025 to highest level in 16 years
Forty-seven men killed by states operating death penalty – almost double last year’s number
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Camila Olmos Update: Heartbroken Mom's Haunting Words As Body Found Near Home, Family Refute Self-Harm Claims
Tragedy strikes as a body is found near the home of missing Texas teen Camila Mendoza Olmos. Mother's haunting words reveal the heartbreak.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
‘She has no expertise’: the US medical community girds for Tracy Beth Høeg’s tenure at the FDA
The Danish American who doubted Covid shots is meant to lead drug regulation – but has focused on vaccines
The Guardian - US
10 min read
New Year 2026 LIVE: Sydney stages spectacular fireworks display as London counts down to midnight
In London, tens of thousands will flock to the banks of the Thames to watch the mayor's annual fireworks display
Evening Standard
16 min read
Why New Year's Is the Best Time to Reset Family Routines
Learn why January is ideal for building family routines. Discover how consistent schedules boost child development, emotional control, and academic success.
International Business Times
4 min read
Maduro Continues Refraining To Address U.S. Attacks On Venezuelan Soil: 'Yes Peace Forever'
Venezuela's authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro again refrained to address the recent U.S. strike on the country, and instead danced to a remix of him calling for no wars.
Latin Times
3 min read
Colombian President Petro Acknowledges Facility Targeted By U.S. Strike Produced Cocaine, Blames Guerrilla Group
Colombian President Gustavo Petro acknowledged that the facility targeted by the U.S. earlier this month in Venezuela produced cocaine, saying guerrilla group ELN is behind the operation.
Latin Times
3 min read
Mexican President Sheinbaum Calls UN To Take a 'Much More Leading Role' In U.S.-Venezuela Tensions
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum called on the UN to adopt a "much more leading role" in addressing the tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela.
Latin Times
3 min read
Trump admin halts Minnesota childcare payments amid fraud investigation
"He's politicizing the issue to defund programs that help Minnesotans," Walz said.
Axios
3 min read
Marjorie Taylor Greene Says She 'Never Liked the Mar-a-Lago Sexualization' as Rift With Trump Widens
Outgoing Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) said she has long been uncomfortable with what she described as the "sexualization" of women associated with President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort.
Latin Times
3 min read
Kennedy Center exodus: The 11 acts that have pulled out post-Trump takeover
A jazz ensemble and a New York dance company this week joined those canceling their events at the Kennedy Center.
Axios
6 min read
Judge Rejects Assault Charges Against TikToker Shot by Immigration Agents as Footage Contradicts Government Claims
A federal judge has dismissed assault charges against a Los Angeles TikTok streamer who was shot by an immigration agent during an enforcement operation.
Latin Times
3 min read
School Employees' Lawsuit Claiming "Equity Training" Violated First Amendment Can Go Forward
So holds a majority of the Eighth Circuit federal court of appeals, sitting en banc.
Reason
13 min read
Is the President Subject to the Posse Comitatus Act?
An issue left unresolved in Trump v. Illinois.
Reason
13 min read
Basic Medicaid info can be shared with ICE, judge says
The categories of data the judge said could be shared are limited.
Axios
3 min read
Labubus, Taylor Swift and Sydney Sweeney: here’s the deluge that was 2025
It was a tough year (again) and we met it all with a shrug
The Guardian - US
5 min read
Yes, women’s rights are under threat around the world. But we’ve found hope in unlikely places
From El Salvador to Russia, Iceland and Syria, women are pushing back against the rise of regressive forces. Let’s support their fight, says anti-racist feminist activist Rahila Gupta
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
The WHO learned to love ‘anti-obesity’ jabs in 2025. I don’t fully agree, but I get it
While GLP-1 drugs promise an easy fix, our bodies still need what they have always needed: healthy food and regular exercise, says chair of global public health at the University of Edinburgh, Prof Devi Sridhar
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
A polycrisis has shattered our world this year. But with care, we can put it back together
The challenges and strains have been almost too much to take. But in 2025, words of depth and courage have been an antidote to numbness, says novelist and political scientist, Elif Shafak
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
The hill I will die on: That stone-cold classic you love isn’t a party starter – it’s a party destroyer
Cameo’s Candy is one of the all-time great funk records, but after a six-minute dance formation everyone is heading for the door, says author Nels Abbey
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
I could not forgive the father who left me. Until a chance encounter changed my outlook
In 2025 I learned that reconciliation is less about a grand apology than a shift in perspective, says writer and screenwriter Carolin Würfel
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
Even Nigel Farage should welcome fierce scrutiny of his school days
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: An opinion poll for The Independent suggests that the electorate is unmoved by stories from the Reform leader’s school days – but no potential leader of this country should be able to shrug off allegations of this seriousness without a proper defence
The Independent UK
4 min read
As we prepare for 2026, remember we have the power to make our future
We enter 2026 with radical uncertainty about the fate of the US – but also with the clarity that people have the power to determine what it will be
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Why is the Democratic party hiding its 2024 autopsy report?
If the DNC isn’t open and transparent about why they lost, then how can we be sure they will learn their lesson this time?
The Guardian - US
9 min read
Why the CEO of a news website wants you to stop reading the news
Switch off, logout and live a little!
Newslaundry
2 min read
“The Hands Never Lie”: Kris Jenner Finally Ditches Gloves In Public After Viral $100k Facelift
Kris Jenner’s $100,000 facelift sparked an obsession over whether her hands “gave away” her age, and whether she would use gloves or plastic surgery to hide them.
Bored Panda
7 min read
13 Years Later, One Of The Most Ambitious Sci-Fi Epics Ever Made Just Got A Huge Upgrade
Why settle for one story when you can have six? Here's your chance to give the Wachowskis' 'Cloud Atlas' another chance.
Inverse
5 min read
12 Latin Artist Tours That Will Make History in 2026
Prince Royce and Romeo Santos joined forces in late 2025 to release a collaborative album and announce a tour for the coming months, but they aren't the only Latin music giants hitting stages in 2026. Bad Bunny and Shakira will continue to dominate with their tours, which extend beyond Latin…
Latin Times
5 min read
'Fallout' Season 2 Just Made A Crucial Character Canon
A foundational backstory is finally being mentioned in the 'Fallout' series. Here's what it means.
Inverse
3 min read
10 “Mar-a-Lago” Face Transformations That Left People Utterly Stunned
“A lot of us who support the president want to look our best. It makes you feel like you’re part of something."
Bored Panda
12 min read
“Barf”: Heidi Klum Goes ‘Au Naturel’ On St. Barths Getaway With Husband Tom Kaulitz
“She must have a photographer on call for these spontaneous moments!”
Bored Panda
6 min read
'Stranger Things' Season 5 Volume 3 Release Date, Time, And Plot For The Series Finale
Nine years of supernatural mysteries have all been leading to this.
Inverse
3 min read
62 Times People Found A ‘Glitch In The System’ And Exploited The Heck Out Of It
Free coffee for life. Money for nothing. Airline and hotel points for years. All-you-can-eat buffets without spending a cent... People have been sharing the ways they're winning at life without breaking any rules whatsoever. Here are some epic stories about someone spotting a crack, slipping through and scoring big.
Bored Panda
27 min read
From $100 To $1,000,000: Climb The Ladder In This 30-Question Millionaire-Style Quiz
Can you go all the way to $1 million? This quiz is inspired by “Who Wants To Be a Millionaire”, but with a small twist.You’ll get 30 questions, starting off nice and simple with just two answer options. But don’t get too comfortable - as you move along, the choices…
Bored Panda
1 min read
Stranger Things Season 5 Finale: Noah Schnapp Warns Ending Is 'Impossible' To Satisfy Everyone—Here's Why
Noah Schnapp warns Stranger Things fans that the season 5 finale is 'impossible' to satisfy everyone. Will the ending rival the Game of Thrones controversy?
International Business Times UK
5 min read
The Online Fashion Sales Shift: How Independent Fashion Designers Are Taking the Lead
The future of online fashion sales belongs to independent fashion designers. Learn how DTC fashion brands are disrupting big labels.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Chalet Chic: Fresh Ski Trip Outfits and Après Ski Style Trends for Your Next Winter Vacation
Don't pack until you read this! Discover essential ski trip outfits, expert winter vacation fashion tips, and the must-have pieces for an iconic après ski style.
Fashion Times
7 min read
Beyond Coats and Scarves: Understanding the Winter Fashion Appeal Through Seasonal Psychology
Unlock the secrets of luxury winter style with insights on winter fashion appeal and seasonal fashion psychology for an elevated wardrobe.
Fashion Times
8 min read
My big night out: I realised I could leave the house party behind – and everything else that made me feel small
It was New Year’s Eve and there had been fireworks, drinking and dancing. Amid it all, I felt ashen and cold. As I walked out, I felt my first surge of quiet liberation
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
From Style to Self-Care: How Cozycore Fashion Became the Ultimate Winter Lifestyle Style
Cozycore fashion highlights a shift toward comfort. See how this comfort fashion trend is shaping winter lifestyle style and seasonal wardrobes.
Fashion Times
7 min read
The Rules of Old Money Winter Fashion: Building Classic Holiday Style with Luxury Winter Outfits
Explore the principles of old money winter fashion and learn why classic holiday style favors understated elegance and enduring luxury winter outfits.
Fashion Times
7 min read
New Year’s Eve live:​ Sydney fireworks ring in 2026 as ​the world prepares ​t​o see in the new year
Join our live coverage as we cross the globe to enter the new year
The Guardian - UK
14 min read
Faster, Smarter, AI-Designed: How Technology in Fashion Is Transforming the Future of Clothing
Can AI fashion design outperform human designers? Dive into how technology in fashion is transforming creativity, production speed, and the future of clothing.
Fashion Times
6 min read
Luxury Fashion's Growth Is Cooling Off: The Fashion Industry Trends Shaping Designer Brands' Future
The luxury fashion slowdown reflects deeper fashion industry trends. Understand how changing consumer behavior is shaping the future of designer brands.
Fashion Times
7 min read
I’m a stylist. Here’s how to give your wardrobe a New Year reset
A Parisian luxury stylist explains how you can find your signature style in 2026
The Independent UK
6 min read
Why Fixing Sleep First May Be the Smartest New Year Health Reset
Many New Year health resolutions fail within weeks, often due to one overlooked factor: poor sleep. New approaches, including daytime therapies that address snoring and mild sleep apnea, are reframing sleep as the foundation for sustainable wellness.
Medical Daily
3 min read
How Insurance-Covered Nutrition Therapy Is Changing Access to Dietitian Care
Access to nutrition therapy has traditionally been limited by cost and availability. Berry Street is helping change that by connecting patients with registered dietitians online, with many sessions covered by insurance.
Medical Daily
4 min read
Bipolar Symptoms vs Depression Signs: Understanding Mood Disorder Differences That Doctors Monitor
Discover how doctors differentiate bipolar symptoms from depression signs and understand the key mood disorder differences affecting diagnosis and treatment.
Medical Daily
8 min read
Boost Testosterone Naturally: Low T Tips for Optimal Male Hormone Balance
Simple lifestyle changes — diet, exercise, sleep — can help you boost testosterone naturally and support male hormone balance without needing medication.
Medical Daily
8 min read
U.S. measles cases reach highest level in over 30 years, CDC reports
The U.S. will likely lose its globally recognized measles "elimination status" by Jan. 2026.
Axios
2 min read
7 Daily Habits to Boost Energy Naturally: Proven Fatigue Solutions and Vitality Tips Without Caffeine
Boost energy naturally with science-backed daily habits. Discover caffeine-free fatigue solutions and vitality tips to stay alert, focused, and energized throughout the day.
Medical Daily
10 min read
"Super flu" surge: What to know about spiking flu cases and the surging "Super K" variant
The flu is back and joins COVID and norovirus as diseases hitting the U.S. this month.
Axios
5 min read
How Diet Influences Your Lifespan: Lifespan Foods and Healthy Eating for Longer Life
Longevity diet research shows how lifespan foods and healthy eating aging patterns influence cellular repair, disease risk, and lifespan, according to science.
Medical Daily
8 min read
Deep Sleep Benefits: How Sleep Longevity and REM Health Quietly Shape How Long You Live
Discover how deep sleep benefits, sleep longevity, and REM health protect brain, heart, and metabolic function—and why quality sleep may quietly add years to your life.
Medical Daily
10 min read
Why Strength Training Is Essential for Boosting Vitality and Muscle Health at Every Age
Strength training benefits support vitality exercise and muscle health at every age, improving energy, strength, and longevity through safe, evidence-based methods.
Medical Daily
9 min read
Ogier pays tribute Tanak: He "pushed me the hardest"
The reigning world rally champion pens a heartfelt tribute to Ott Tanak, who is set to take a sabbatical from the World Rally Championship next year
Autosport
3 min read
This CFMoto Has Semi-Active Suspension, and Is Coming for the Middleweight Competition
CFMoto just revealed the 2026 800MT ES with KYB semi-active suspension and a few more trick parts. But there's one key detail missing.
RideApart
3 min read
J.B. Bickerstaff Credits Soccer and Sunshine for Pistons' Win Over Lakers
The Pistons played soccer after two straight losses. Then they beat the Lakers.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Sebastien Ogier pays tribute to WRC rival that ‘pushed him the hardest’
The reigning world rally champion pens a heartfelt tribute to Ott Tanak, who is set to take a sabbatical from the World Rally Championship next year
Motorsport
3 min read
F1 75 Rain Masters - The best wet weather drives in F1 history!
Rain has produced some of the most exciting races in Formula 1 history. And it has also provided the circumstances for the true legends to shine
Autosport
1 min read
Here's Why the 2026 Triumph Scrambler 900 Is a Big Jump Ahead
The 2026 Triumph Scrambler 900 gets some tasty upgrades, including a more robust suspension, and here's our video review about it.
RideApart
3 min read
Man Utd Battle PSG, Bayern Munich for €70 Million Antoine Semenyo Alternative—Report
Ruben Amorim has expressed a need for a player with these attributes.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
This Retro-Looking Cruiser Is Packing a V4 Engine, Not a V-Twin Like We Would've Guessed
The Benda Dark Flag 950 blends old-school cruiser looks with the smooth punch of a modern V4 engine.
RideApart
5 min read
Nielsen on Alpine’s recovery: I don’t believe in “a five-year plan”
Once upon a time, Alpine put its faith in a 100-race project to reach the top of Formula 1, but that is no longer the case under the team’s current management
Autosport
4 min read
Indiana vs. Alabama: Three Bold Predictions for Rose Bowl Battle in 2025 CFP
Three bold predictions for Indiana and Alabama’s College Football Playoff clash at the Rose Bowl.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
The Cheapest Tesla Model 3 Just Beat Its EPA-Estimated Range
The 2026 Tesla Model 3 Standard might lack some creature comforts compared to other trims, but it aced an independent range test.
InsideEVs
3 min read
The 13 Most Anticipated Games Of 2026
A look at the biggest video games releasing in 2026 that we can't wait to play.
Inverse
9 min read
2025's AI-fueled scientific breakthroughs
AI-driven scientific innovation accelerated in 2025.
Axios
4 min read
The Karma Revero Is Dead
The Revero was born from the Fisker Karma. Now, that legacy will be carried on by the Gyesera.
InsideEVs
4 min read
'Fallout' Season 2's Legion Is The Most Terrifying Faction In The Franchise
Render unto Caesar... or else.
Inverse
5 min read
Why The Tesla Cybertruck Caused A $2 Billion Hit To This South Korean Company
A massive $2.9 billion deal around the Cybertruck's 4680 battery implodes as a supplier posts an incredible 99% write-down worth billions.
InsideEVs
4 min read
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Review: Can It Keep Up With The Pack In 2026?
Ford once unleashed a top competitor to the Tesla Model Y. But do its specs hold up to the best in 2026 and beyond?
InsideEVs
13 min read
Chinese EV Exports Are Soaring, With Big Gains In Mexico And Europe
Deliveries to Mexico skyrocketed over 2,000% in November after BYD's aggressive push into the country.
InsideEVs
4 min read
Nintendo Switch Winter Sale 2025: 6 Of The Best Game Discounts Available Now
The Nintendo eShop has deals on new and old Switch games, making it a great time to pick up games you may have missed this year.
Inverse
4 min read
Here's How Much Tesla Sales Will Drop In 2025, According To Analysts
The automaker shared Wall Street’s fourth-quarter delivery estimates and sales projections through the end of the year.
InsideEVs
6 min read
The man taking over the Large Hadron Collider – only to switch it off
Next head of Cern backs massive replacement for world’s largest machine to investigate mysteries of the universe
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Eastern U.S. faces heavy snow threats in days-long New Year's holiday storm
New York's governor has declared a statewide emergency due to the severe weather that's set to last beyond New Year's Day.
Axios
3 min read
Largest clustered village in all of prehistoric Britain and Ireland unearthed
Site shows signs of continuous use and monumental construction, researchers say
The Independent UK
4 min read
Psychologists reveal mind trick that could help you commit to your New Year’s goals
Inducing doubts in one’s doubts can provide a formula for confidence, researchers say
The Independent UK
3 min read
Rage bait, goblin mode … do words of the year have any real value?
Analysis shows obscure and barely used choices, drawn from online slang, do not stand the test of time
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Even one drink a day raises mouth cancer risk by 50%, study warns
Consuming even as little as 2 grams of beer per day could increase mouth cancer risk, scientists say
The Independent UK
4 min read
Space debris led to an orbital emergency in 2025. Will anything change?
"Some will not change behavior until something bad happens."
Space
7 min read
Astronaut Amanda Nguyen says backlash from Blue Origin flight left her depressed
In a statement shared on Instagram, Nguyen says she faced a ‘tsunami of harassment’ after the all-female spaceflight
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Artemis 2 moon astronauts rehearse for launch day (photos)
The four astronauts who will fly around the moon on NASA's Artemis 2 mission suited up, walked out and climbed aboard their spacecraft during a key prelaunch test at Kennedy Space Center.
Space
3 min read
Humans cared for wolves long before dogs emerged, study finds
New evidence of wolves and humans living together on Swedish island points to likely prehistoric domestication
The Independent UK
4 min read
‘They didn’t de-extinct anything’: can Colossal’s genetically engineered animals ever be the real thing?
The bioscience startup has attracted billions in investment – and a flurry of criticism, but founder tells the Guardian plans to bring back the woolly mammoth will not be derailed
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
Seven environmental wins across the US in 2025 despite Trump-era reversals
Environmental advocates notched key wins at local and state levels this year despite Trump rollbacks
The Guardian - US
7 min read
It’s easy to feel powerless about climate chaos. Here’s what gives me hope
I’ve spent six years writing about environmental justice. The uncomfortable truth is that we’re not all in it together – but people power is reshaping the fight
The Guardian - US
10 min read
Curb the cod, park the prawns: top chefs on how to swap out the ‘big five’ seafood
From moules marinière to scallop, bacon and garlic butter rolls, here’s how to cast your culinary net wider and embrace more sustainable species
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Country diary: There’s a new tenant in my rickety old greenhouse
Crook, County Durham: In among the dead leaves and stacks of clay flower pots is a wren, in the relative warm of its winter roost
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
EU legislation intended to fight deforestation has been effectively ‘dismantled’
Law’s original author points to removal of obligations for downstream traders to verify origin of commodities
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
‘People are wrestling with the burden’: Japan pivots to focus on nuclear power ‘maximisation’ alongside renewables
Post-Fukushima nuclear closures of dozens of reactors forced the country to rely heavily on imported fossil fuels
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
France delays plastic cup ban by four years as alternatives fall short
France has postponed a ban on throwaway plastic cups by four years, pushing the start date to 2030 after the government said alternatives were not ready for widespread use.
Radio France Internationale
3 min read
UK’s warmest spring on record led to rise in songbirds breeding, data shows
Dry and warm 2025 spring gave glimmer of hope for threatened wild birds but many remain in long-term decline
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Young Atlantic salmon seen in three English rivers for first time in a decade
Species that is critically endangered in Britain is spotted in Mersey, Bollin and Goyt rivers in north-west
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
‘It’s bigger than Hogmanay’: Shetland’s Up Helly Aa Viking fire festival
The raucous celebration of the new year and the islands’ Nordic heritage culminates in the ritual burning of a longship – and much drinking
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Hottest hotel openings for 2026
From a private island in the French Riviera to a wine tasting retreat in Guadalupe, Suzannah Ramsdale rounds up next year’s most intriguing new hotels
Evening Standard
10 min read
Tell us: have you been affected by the Channel tunnel rail disruption?
If you’ve been affected by cancellations to Eurostar services, we would like to hear from you
The Guardian - UK
1 min read
Kids’ own adventures: 25 free school holiday activities around Australia this summer
Drop in to gallery workshops to make plushie pals or shimmering sun catchers, design the first city on the moon, control a gigantic whale puppet or meet a mermaid these school holidays
The Guardian - AU
14 min read
‘A watery gold sunrise lights the turbulent water’: the wild beauty of the Suffolk coast
Coastal erosion may threaten the area around Southwold, but a new ‘movable’ cabin makes a great base for exploring its windswept beaches, remote marshes and welcoming inns
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
12 incredible solo travel destinations for 2026
From wine tasting to mountain trails and relaxing wellness retreats on remote islands, here’s where to go for some ‘me’ time this year
Evening Standard
13 min read
Soukya, Bangalore: My transformational week at Queen Camilla's favourite wellness retreat
Camilla has visited the ayurvedic centre seven times and always requests a nightly mud bath. Could Soukya revive Victoria Moss’s flagging spirits?
Evening Standard
9 min read
Why the Maldives is the best place to test the blue mind theory
The Blue Prescription spa programme at the Ritz Carlton Maldives harnesses the health benefits of water. Angelina Villa-Clarke dives in
Evening Standard
8 min read
11 of the UK’s best winter walks – all ending at a cosy pub
Too much turkey and Baileys? Blow away the Christmas cobwebs on one of our rambles. And if that doesn’t work, they all end at a pub for a hair of the dog
The Guardian - UK
29 min read
Villa Làrio: a peaceful boutique on the spectacular shore of Lake Como
Jonathan Prynn checks into a splendid palazzo — with views of George Clooney’s pad across the water
Evening Standard
6 min read