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Spain's leader find himself alone in defending immigration as other EU heads take a tougher line
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is defying Europe’s prevailing winds as isolationism and nationalism flourish elsewhere by standing as the continent’s last major leader still speaking positively about immigration
The Independent UK
8 min read
Wes Streeting calls for ‘cross-party consensus’ on gender identity ahead of puberty blocker trial
Health secretary wrote to Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, urging her to ‘take heat and ideology’ out of debate
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
‘Beyond catastrophic’: How super flu is pushing the NHS to the brink
NHS WINTER CRISIS : Leading medics warn of severe hospital overcrowding, staff struck down with flu, and a worrying number of cases among children. Rebecca Thomas reports
The Independent UK
11 min read
Violent Clashes Between Haitian Gangs Kills Dozens, Including a Top Viv Ansanm Leader
Although the situation is still under investigation, the clash reportedly involved members of Viv Ansanm, a coalition of gangs that dominates much of Port-au-Prince, and members of Krache Dife, a faction that recently split from the coalition.
Latin Times
4 min read
Fighting rages on Thai-Cambodian border despite Trump's ceasefire claim
Fighting is raging along the Thailand-Cambodia border, despite U.S. President Donald Trump's claim of a new ceasefire agreement
The Independent UK
6 min read
Doorbell camera captures moment a home blows up in California, and what caused it has residents furious
Neighborhood turned into a warzone scene.
We Got This Covered
3 min read
Mohamed Salah Selection Call Confirmed As Liverpool Name Team
The Egyptian’s falling out with the club has dominated world headlines.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Amy Schumer announces split from husband Chris Fischer after seven years of marriage
After weeks of rumours, the actress confirmed on Instagram that she and her chef husband had made the ‘difficult decision’ to part ways
Evening Standard
3 min read
How to Watch Chelsea vs. Everton on TV, Live Stream
Chelsea and Everton face off for the 195th time on Saturday afternoon.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Midwest Seniors Are Reporting Higher Grocery Prices Than the National Average
Across the Midwest, seniors are reporting higher grocery prices that exceed what shoppers in other regions are paying. Many older adults say their weekly food...
Saving Advice
6 min read
How to Water a Poinsettia So It Thrives and Lasts All Through Christmas, Guaranteed
Your poinsettia will thrive all holiday season with the right watering schedule
Homes & Gardens
6 min read
Experts say this is what happens when you raise your kids on a plant-based diet
A new study - the largest of its kind - looked at the health differences in 48,000 children and adolescents who were vegan, vegetarian or ate meat
The Independent UK
4 min read
Kylie Minogue says it feels ‘astonishing’ to finish 2025 with a number one album
Her record, Kylie Christmas (Fully Wrapped), has topped the UK albums chart.
Evening Standard
3 min read
The Cabanas, Kenya, hotel review
HOTELS: Heading to the celebrity-loved Swahili island, Kate Wickers discovers the ideal stay for those seeking laidback luxury
The Independent UK
6 min read
‘Soil is more important than oil’: inside the perennial grain revolution
Scientists in Kansas believe Kernza could cut emissions, restore degraded soils and reshape the future of agriculture
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
Vegetarian and vegan diets can be healthy for kids, study finds. But there’s a catch
Children on plant-based diets may need to take supplements or eat fortified foods to get enough key nutrients, researchers said.
Euronews
4 min read
Smithsonian to display rare and ‘remarkable’ dinosaur skull that was unearthed in South Dakota
The Pachycephalosaurus skull belonged to a dinosaur with a domed-shaped head that lived around 67 million years ago
The Independent UK
3 min read
Conservationists connect with chimps in a Ugandan rainforest as they seek a sense of communion
Onesmas Ainebyona tracks chimpanzees in a Ugandan rainforest
The Independent UK
7 min read
Can you plant tulip bulbs up until Christmas? The planting window is about to close if you want a stunning display come spring
It's not too late to make your tulip dreams a reality, so long as you follow these rules...
Ideal Home
5 min read
The holiday treat that combats stress and fatigue when you need it most
Americans eat nearly 3 billion pounds of chocolate each year
The Independent UK
3 min read
Wes Streeting calls for ‘cross-party consensus’ on gender identity ahead of puberty blocker trial
Health secretary wrote to Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch, urging her to ‘take heat and ideology’ out of debate
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Violent Clashes Between Haitian Gangs Kills Dozens, Including a Top Viv Ansanm Leader
Although the situation is still under investigation, the clash reportedly involved members of Viv Ansanm, a coalition of gangs that dominates much of Port-au-Prince, and members of Krache Dife, a faction that recently split from the coalition.
Latin Times
4 min read
Doorbell camera captures moment a home blows up in California, and what caused it has residents furious
Neighborhood turned into a warzone scene.
We Got This Covered
3 min read
Maryland infant found dead in couch cushions after mom drunkenly Snapchats and parties with friends
The baby is heard crying in one of the messages.
We Got This Covered
4 min read
Germany to send soldiers to fortify Poland border
Germany has said it will send a group of soldiers to Poland to help with a project to fortify the country's eastern border as worries mount about the threat from Russia.
Radio France Internationale
2 min read
‘He’s living his best life’: drunk raccoon hit DMV for snacks before liquor store
Officials say raccoon that broke into Virginia liquor store on 29 November had previously hit DMV and karate studio
The Guardian - US
3 min read
'Tragedy in the making': Top healthcare exec on why insurance will spike to subsidize a tax cut to millionaires and billionaires
"If the two sides could talk," said UConn Health chair John Driscoll, "there probably is a way that they could agree on how to to bridge the difference."
Fortune
6 min read
White House finally reveals why Trump keeps showing up with bandages on his hands, but the explanation is only raising more questions
And the Band-Aid-gate continues.
We Got This Covered
3 min read
Starmer to pick new US ambassador as relations with Trump tested
Exclusive: a trio of candidates have been interviewed by the PM, but he could still decide to directly appoint someone else
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Trump demands Fed listen to him as he lines up new leader: ‘I’m a smart voice’
Ex-Fed governor Kevin Warsh is at top of his list to succeed Powell as central bank’s chair, president says in interview
The Guardian - US
3 min read
Nearly 5.6 million people hit by massive data breach at credit check company — what you need to know
The auto dealership credit check company 700Credit suffered a massive data breach this year that affected nearly 5.6 million people whose personal information was exposed.
Tom’s Guide
4 min read
Top Democrats call for investigation into share-buying spree by Trump allies
Fossil fuel execs Robert Pender and Michael Sabel deny wrongdoing after report on potential conflict of interest
The Guardian - US
6 min read
I Asked ChatGPT To Find the Best Places To Retire With Zero Sales Tax
Forty-five states have sales tax, which means five do not — good news if you're looking to cut down on how much you pay in taxes once you retire.
GOBankingRates
5 min read
Apple TV 'Couldn't Connect': Users Unsure Whether Apple TV Was Down or If Something Wrong With Their Internet
Apple TV users report widespread 'couldn't connect' errors as thousands log outages. Here's what caused the disruption and what viewers can do.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Oracle reportedly delays several new OpenAI data centers because of shortages — tight material and labor supply frustrate expansion plans, possibly by a year or more
Oracle reportedly delays some of the data centers for OpenAI from 2027 to 2028, citing labor and materials shortages.
Tom’s Hardware
3 min read
Rivian Is Copying Tesla’s Playbook, but Is RIVN a Better Buy Than TSLA for 2026?
From a Musk-like compensation for its CEO to an Autonomy & AI Day, Rivian has borrowed several leaves from Tesla's playbook. But is RIVN stock a better buy than TSLA for 2026?
Barchart
4 min read
Southwest Airlines will bring 2,000 new jobs to Austin as city works to expand crowded airport
Austin and the state offered the Dallas-based airline a package of economic incentives totaling $19.5 million to locate a new crew base at Austin’s airport.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Judge tells notorious crypto scammer ‘you have been bitten by the crypto bug’ in handing down 15 year sentence
Do Kwon orchestrated a $40 billion fraud, leading to 2022 crypto crash
Fortune
3 min read
Creative workers won’t be replaced by AI, they will become ‘directors’ managing AI agents
AI agents are taking over some routine creative tasks, but executives say the shift will transform workers into “directors” who delegate to AI.
Fortune
4 min read
The Bills Driving U.S. Household Debt to New Peaks — Can You Shrink Yours?
You can't build your wealth and your creditors' fortune with the same dollars. Clear these two drains on your income as quickly as you can to start saving cash.
GOBankingRates
5 min read
Midwest Seniors Are Reporting Higher Grocery Prices Than the National Average
Across the Midwest, seniors are reporting higher grocery prices that exceed what shoppers in other regions are paying. Many older adults say their weekly food...
Saving Advice
6 min read
You and me against the world: who was behind Trump’s anti-Europe foreign policy?
The US’s national security strategy, shared last week, claims European immigration will cause ‘civilisational erasure’
The Guardian - US
8 min read
The ethnic cleansing of the United States will destroy it
Trump’s racist remarks on Ilhan Omar and Somali immigrants reveals his vision for the US as a white Christian nation
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Trump attacks old foe Biden – but presidential parallels hard to avoid
US president finds himself shouldering same burdens of affordability crisis and the inexorable march of time
The Guardian - US
10 min read
'I Need You Right Now, Pedophiles': Trump Campaign Email Sent to Epstein After His Death, Records Claim
Donald Trump's 2020 campaign sent emails to Jeffrey Epstein's active account using an appalling salutation, deepening the shock of the pair's long, troubled association.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
What is the Devil Trend? 19-Year-Old Claire Tracy Found Dead After Doing Fatal TikTok Trend
The TikTok 'Devil Trend' pushes users to confront dark truths about themselves, often with deadly consequences. Experts warn the viral challenge is psychologically risky, particularly for vulnerable young people.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
The Trump administration keeps picking fights with pop stars. It’s a no-win situation
By using music from SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo in ICE videos, the government is playing a game of rage-bait
The Guardian - US
5 min read
New Epstein Photos Reveal Dangerous Sex Toys and Deadly 'Jawbreaker' Device
Newly released photos from Jeffrey Epstein's estate reveal a deadly 'Jawbreaker' sex device, novelty Trump condoms, and unseen images of global elites
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Everyone is wrong about AI regulation, and the history of the Internet proves it
The US White House wants to stop states from regulating AI, and the states want their own AI regulation. What if they're both wrong?
TechRadar
6 min read
Enforcement of Texas’ “bathroom bill” draws challenges as colleges, cities implement new policies
In its first week, one group’s test of the new restrictions was met with ID checks at women’s restrooms at the Capitol while the Austin City Council moved to circumvent the law's intent.
The Texas Tribune
10 min read
Amy Schumer announces split from husband Chris Fischer after seven years of marriage
After weeks of rumours, the actress confirmed on Instagram that she and her chef husband had made the ‘difficult decision’ to part ways
Evening Standard
3 min read
Amy Schumer Says John Cena Was Inside Her During a 2015 Sex Scene: Here's The Truth
Comedian Amy Schumer revealed that she regrets not feeling John Cena's b*lls during their sex scene in their 2015 film 'Trainwreck.'
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Taylor Swift: The End of an Era review – as she breaks down over the terror plot, it’s impossible not to feel her pain
The singer’s tears over the Islamic State terrorist plot against her show and Southport attack make this behind-the-scenes docuseries about her world-conquering tour more moving than anyone could have anticipated
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Meet the 2025 holiday white whale: the Millennial dad spending $500+ per kid
Dads in this generation stand out for their zeal for retail, according to our study of 1,000 U.S. based millennial parents.
Fortune
6 min read
This fast-food brand is most loved by Americans and it’s not McDonald’s or Chick-fil-A
The top brand was determined using Yelp customer reviews
The Independent UK
3 min read
67 Meme Meaning Baffles Older Generations: Origins And Possible 'Inappropriate' Implications That's Causing Chaos
The meme's spread was further amplified by the drill rap track 'Doot Doot (6 7)' by Chicago rapper Skrilla, released earlier in 2025.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
Zendaya and Tom Holland Breakup Rumours Explained After Instagram Unfollow
Breakup rumours surround Zendaya and Tom Holland after fans spot an apparent Instagram unfollow. Here is what is confirmed and what remains unverified.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Brad Pitt Batman 2 Rumours Explained: What We Know About the Viral Casting Talk and What's Missing
Brad Pitt's name is trending amid Batman 2 casting rumours. Here's what's confirmed, what's been denied, and why the speculation spread.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Amy Schumer Confirms Divorce as Fans Ask if Her Weight Loss Was a Sign
Amy Schumer confirms her divorce from Chris Fischer as fans question whether her recent weight loss is connected to the split.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Dick Van Dyke at 100: What's His Secret to Longevity, According to the Actor Himself
Dick Van Dyke turns 100 and reveals how quitting alcohol, staying active and embracing humour helped shape his long and healthy life.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Banking on carbon markets 2.0: why financial institutions should engage with carbon credits
Carbon markets are an untapped opportunity to deliver climate action at speed and scale.
Fortune
8 min read
More loons are filling Maine's lakes with their ghost-like calls
Maine’s loons are on the mend, filling more of the lakes and ponds in the state with their haunting calls
The Independent UK
3 min read
China's Great Green Wall: The giant artificial forest designed to slow the expansion of 2 deserts
Since 1978, China has planted more than 66 billion trees along its 2,800-mile-long northern border, and it wants to plant 34 billion more over the next 25 years to complete its "Great Green Wall."
LiveScience
4 min read
‘A shift no country can ignore’: where global emissions stand, 10 years after the Paris climate agreement
The watershed summit in 2015 was far from perfect, but its impact so far has been significant and measurable
The Guardian - UK
11 min read
Coalmine expansions would breach climate targets, NSW government warned in ‘game-changer’ report
Environmental advocates welcome Net Zero Commission’s report which found the fossil fuel was ‘not consistent’ with emissions reductions commitments
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
Water levels for the vital Colorado River are so low people can just walk across it
The ongoing climate crisis could have disastrous effects on the Colorado River, experts have warned
The Independent UK
3 min read
Mine site emissions new battlefield in coal climate war
Coalminers and environmentalists are clashing over a climate report on the sector finding net-zero emissions targets are unlikely to be hit at the current pace.
AAP
4 min read
Upgrading the grid: the great energy transition in numbers
As the UK moves towards a carbon-free future, the supply and demand for clean energy is set to soar, with implications for how we power the economy and our homes. Here, we take a look at the figures that reveal the facts …
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Lawsuit challenges the approval of an exploratory drilling program in Alaska petroleum reserve
A new lawsuit seeks to overturn the recent approval of an exploratory drilling program in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska
The Independent UK
4 min read
What are transition credits? Philippines takes novel approach to coal phase-out
This novel take on carbon credits could cure Asia's coal addiction - but critics are sceptical.
Euronews
7 min read
Enforcement of Texas’ “bathroom bill” draws challenges as colleges, cities implement new policies
In its first week, one group’s test of the new restrictions was met with ID checks at women’s restrooms at the Capitol while the Austin City Council moved to circumvent the law's intent.
The Texas Tribune
10 min read
Southwest Airlines will bring 2,000 new jobs to Austin as city works to expand crowded airport
Austin and the state offered the Dallas-based airline a package of economic incentives totaling $19.5 million to locate a new crew base at Austin’s airport.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Trump administration freezes federal funding for South Texas migrant shelter
Sister Norma Pimentel with Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley founded the shelter in McAllen, which serves undocumented immigrants released from federal custody.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Jasmine Crockett leads James Talarico by 8 points in Senate Democratic primary, new poll finds
Crockett had higher name recognition and an overwhelming edge among Black voters, while Talarico kept her margin to single digits through greater support among white and Latino voters.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Abuse allegations against a legendary football coach’s son fracture a North Texas town
The top-ranked Celina High School football team is barrelling toward another state championship this month. Its coach is barred from the field.
The Texas Tribune
22 min read
Jasmine Crockett Leads Contender In Texas Democratic Primary For U.S. Senate, Poll Shows
Rep. Jasmine Crockett leads state Sen. James Talarico in a new poll regarding the Democratic primary for the election for U.S. senator for Texas.
Latin Times
3 min read
A Lubbock County commissioner announced his congressional campaign. Then he was removed from office.
Lubbock County Judge Curtis Parrish removed Commissioner Jason Corley from office this week, the latest twist in the Republicans’ fraught relationship.
The Texas Tribune
10 min read
Texas Education Agency taking over Lake Worth, Connally and Beaumont school districts
The three interventions come after the state’s education agency announced plans to take over Fort Worth ISD in October.
The Texas Tribune
7 min read
After Trump pardon, Rep. Henry Cuellar restored to homeland security funding post
After his corruption indictment last year, the Laredo Democrat forfeited his role as the top Democrat on the House Appropriations subcommittee that oversees more than $65 billion in annual spending.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Last Christmas: An East Texas Christmas tree farm closes after 40 years, despite booming sales
Christmas tree sales are up in the Lone Star State, even as many tree farmers are aging out of the business with no successors.
The Texas Tribune
7 min read
Mexican Authorities Arrest Financial Operator for Los Cabrera, a La Mayiza-Aligned Trafficking Group in Durango
El Limones was investigated by Mexico's Financial Intelligence Unit for allegedly moving illicit funds, and authorities identified him as the financial operator for Los Cabrera, a criminal group with deep roots in Durango and in parts of Chihuahua and Sinaloa.
Latin Times
4 min read
The Katie Miller Podcast: an aggressively vibeless curriculum for the Maga mom
The wife of the Trump adviser aims to entice conservative women into Maga – but like much of the rest of the movement, her sales pitch is fundamentally lacking
The Guardian - US
10 min read
Violent Clashes Between Haitian Gangs Kills Dozens, Including a Top Viv Ansanm Leader
Although the situation is still under investigation, the clash reportedly involved members of Viv Ansanm, a coalition of gangs that dominates much of Port-au-Prince, and members of Krache Dife, a faction that recently split from the coalition.
Latin Times
4 min read
‘They fought for American values’: Afghan immigrants and advocates push back against Trump crackdown
The US has been punishing ‘an entire group’ since the arrest of an Afghan in the shooting of two national guard troops
The Guardian - US
9 min read
Top Democrats call for investigation into share-buying spree by Trump allies
Fossil fuel execs Robert Pender and Michael Sabel deny wrongdoing after report on potential conflict of interest
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Trump Turns Flights Anto Arrests as TSA Now Shares Passenger Lists With ICE
The Trump administration now shares all air traveler names with ICE, allowing immigration agents to detain and deport people at airports, as seen in the case of 19-year-old Any Lucía López Belloza.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Zelensky to meet Witkoff and Kushner on Trump's peace push
The White House thinks Zelensky may have enabled a breakthrough.
Axios
4 min read
Cruise-ship stowaway owls set for US return after living it up at Spanish resort
Burrowing owls, who boarded cruise ship in Miami, to be returned to US next month after long spell in quarantine
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Top Trump envoy set for crunch talks with Zelensky and European leaders over peace deal
Choice to send Steve Witkoff highlights Washington's growing urgency to bridge remaining gaps with Kyiv over plan's terms
The Independent UK
41 min read
‘He’s living his best life’: drunk raccoon hit DMV for snacks before liquor store
Officials say raccoon that broke into Virginia liquor store on 29 November had previously hit DMV and karate studio
The Guardian - US
3 min read
Joy Reid's next act: building her own media empire
"They don't protect us," she said of legacy media organizations. "We have to build our own."
Axios
6 min read
Personality Clashes and Power Struggles Fuel Tension Between DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Border Czar Tom Homan
According to Axios, supporters of both officials accuse the other of contract irregularities, and while the exact reasons for their rift remain unclear, the conflict involves a personality clash at the very least.
Latin Times
5 min read
Migrants Advocates Are Taking To The Virtual World To Teach People How To Deal With Immigration Operations
The initiative was launched to counter the push the U.S. military has openly made to use games as a recruitment tool, similar to efforts by immigration agencies in recent months.
Latin Times
4 min read
Where every state stands on redistricting after critical blow to Trump agenda
Republicans still stand to pick up a few more seats than Democrats in mid-decade redistricting — for now, at least.
Axios
7 min read
"It's a bad decision": Jasmine Crockett enrages fellow House Democrats with Senate bid
"She might win a primary, but she ain't winning a general in Texas," one senior House Democrat said.
Axios
4 min read
Sex Offender Knocking on Neighbor's Window at 6 am and 4 am, Propositioning Her for Sex Isn't "Stalking"
From Graham v. T.T., decided Nov. 26, by D.C. high court Justice Catharine Friend Easterly, joined by Justices Joshua Deahl… The post Sex Offender Knocking on Neighbor's Window at 6 am and 4 am, Propositioning Her for Sex Isn't "Stalking" appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
11 min read
2 Grand Juries Have Rejected the Grudge-Driven Case Against Trump Foe Letitia James
The back-to-back setbacks are a striking sign that the mortgage fraud charges against New York's attorney general are legally shaky.
Reason
10 min read
Mamdani Prepared for Arrest Over ICE-Raid Guidance for New Yorkers: 'Can't Think of a More American Thing to Do'
New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani said he is prepared to face arrest over his opposition to Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations.
Latin Times
3 min read
"Cacophony of grifters": MAGA infighting erodes real-world power
"There's no focus on anything philosophical or even ideological right now."
Axios
4 min read
Lawsuit Over Allegations That Young-Earth Creationist Dinosaur Adventure Land Is "Nexus for Pedophiles" Etc.
It's Hovind v. Stoney (S.D. Ala.), filed Wednesday; an excerpt: Plaintiffs are self-represented, and I doubt the lawsuit is going… The post Lawsuit Over Allegations That Young-Earth Creationist Dinosaur Adventure Land Is "Nexus for Pedophiles" Etc. appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
1 min read
I ate 3,000 meals for my ‘best of London restaurants’ list – and I hope you disagree with it
From pie-and-mash to the swank of a Michelin star, everyone has their own idea of what’s ‘best’. What’s yours, asks food writer Jonathan Nunn
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Can you imagine raising a kid without ChatGPT? Sam Altman can’t
The OpenAI CEO gushed about the bot’s parental-assistance abilities. Is it really his best child-rearing hack?
The Guardian - US
7 min read
The ethnic cleansing of the United States will destroy it
Trump’s racist remarks on Ilhan Omar and Somali immigrants reveals his vision for the US as a white Christian nation
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Will Farage’s Trumpian strategy work against him? He has good reason to believe it won’t
The Reform leader bit back over allegations of racial abuse and revealed his strategy: the best form of defence is dragging everyone else into the mire, says writer Samuel Earle
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Australia’s social media ban has given us a way to fight big tech – and get my son back on his skateboard
The ban on under-16s accessing ‘harmful’ content that began this week has overwhelming approval from adults – even if it had a few teething issues, says author Sisonke Msimang
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Responsibility without power: When human buffers become punching bags for the public
The passing of Britain’s well-known playwright Tom Stoppard late last month prompted many to recall his enduring body of work. Most tributes rightly recalled his theatre plays and screenplays. There was, however, less mention of his little-known novel Lord Malquist and Mr Moon, published in 1966, quite early in his…
Newslaundry
9 min read
RFK Jr is a danger to public health – but local Maha laws could be a bigger threat
An array of under-the-radar initiatives are taking hold across the US, often tied to immunization, fluoridation and raw milk
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Dr Dolphin, call off these strikes
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: With the NHS under pressures not seen since the once-in-a-century Covid pandemic, the BMA’s refusal to reconsider the timing of its industrial action is dangerous and wrong
The Independent UK
5 min read
Most people aren’t fretting about an AI bubble. What they fear is mass layoffs
Artificial intelligence could make income inequality even worse and create a new underclass. Governments and society must take action
The Guardian - US
9 min read
The Paris climate treaty changed the world. Here’s how
There’s much more to do, but we should be encouraged by the progress we have made
The Guardian - US
9 min read
10 Years Ago, One Epic Sci-Fi Show Smartly Improved On Its Source Material
What made 'The Expanse' Season 1 so great? Maybe not what you think. Here's why one character made the show nearly perfect.
Inverse
4 min read
'Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag' Remake: What's Happening With the Rumored Ubisoft Development?
The rumored Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake still has no official confirmation or updates from Ubisoft.
Player One
3 min read
Face 30 Hard ‘Would You Rather’ Choices And See How Your Picks Compare To Everyone Else
Ready for another round of questionable decision-making? We’re back with another round of ‘Would You Rather’ scenarios. These 30 fresh dilemmas range from slightly annoying to absolutely ridiculous, but there’s one rule that hasn’t changed: you still have to pick a side. No middle ground, no “it depends”.
Bored Panda
4 min read
The Most Surreal Sci-Fi Movie Of The Year Is A Mind-Bending Masterpiece
'Resurrection,' from Chinese director Bi Gan, is a dense sci-fi epic and a breathtaking ode to cinema history.
Inverse
5 min read
Egyptology Enthusiasts Online Think These Are The 59 Most Interesting Facts About Ancient Egypt
Ancient Egypt is one of the most fascinating ancient civilizations out there. A culture so distinctive that we still marvel at the pyramids, the pharaohs, the hieroglyphs, and everyday life. Bored Panda has compiled some fascinating photographs from ancient and modern Egypt to satisfy the inner Egyptologist in you. So,…
Bored Panda
21 min read
Extreme Body-Mod Influencer Mary Magdalene Dies at 33 in Tragic High-Rise Fall
Beloved and controversial influencer Mary Magdalene, born Denise Ivonne Jarvis Gongora, has died at age 33 after falling from the ninth floor of a high-rise apartment in Patong, Phuket, Thailand.
Latin Times
3 min read
Christmas unwrapped! Your bumper festive TV guide 2025
From Judi Dench’s very naughty tea with Kenneth Branagh to the Peep Show Bake Off special – including Olivia Colman! – here’s your definitive guide to the best holiday viewing. Bring it on
The Guardian - UK
28 min read
Taylor Swift's Wedding Dress Hides Symbolic Ode to Travis Kelce — Who Is Her Designer?
Taylor Swift's wedding dress is fuelling speculation over hidden symbolism and its designer as fans link subtle details to Travis Kelce.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
Miss Venezuela Anna Blanco Crowned Miss Charm 2025 in Vietnam
Venezuelan beauty ambassador Anna Blanco Flores captured the crown at Miss Charm 2025, the third edition of the rising international pageant, held at BHD Studio in Vietnam on December 12, 2025. Blanco's victory marks a historic moment for Venezuela as she becomes the first Venezuelan titleholder in the pageant's brief…
Latin Times
4 min read
'Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic' Will Not Be a Direct Sequel to 'Knights of the Old Republic'
After the official debut of Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, it has been clarified that it's not a direct sequel to Knights of the Old Republic.
Player One
2 min read
Inside Wicked: 8 Costume and Makeup Secrets You Never Knew
Go inside the making of Wicked with rare details on costume builds, makeup transformations, and the surprising design choices shaping each character.
Fashion Times
4 min read
Taylor Swift's Best Eras Tour Costumes: A Breakdown of 6 Fan‑Favorite Looks
From sparkles to storytelling: explore the five most iconic Eras Tour outfits and the designers behind them.
Fashion Times
4 min read
Lululemon Faces Leadership Change Amid Intensifying Athleisure Competition
Lululemon announces CEO Calvin McDonald's exit as the company restructures amid slowing U.S. sales and rising athleisure competition.
Fashion Times
3 min read
80 Hilariously Spot-On Parenting Memes To Scroll Through Because You Deserve A Break
Raising kids is one of the most rewarding things that you’ll ever do in life, but we’d be lying if we said that it was easy. Parenting requires constant, never-ending effort, and it’s going to challenge you in very creative ways. And every single parent we know could use a…
Bored Panda
10 min read
Myf Warhurst: ‘I felt a bit lost. I’ve been too scared for too long’
The longtime presenter discusses the ‘brutal’ radio culture of the 90s, the shedding of inner-city life, and why ‘now is the time to push myself’
The Guardian - AU
7 min read
Meet the Faces of Louis Vuitton: Actors, Models, and Artists Leading the Brand
Explore the actors, models, and artists representing Louis Vuitton and shaping the brand's modern luxury identity.
Fashion Times
4 min read
Who Wore It Best? Standout Looks from the 2025 British Fashion Awards
Get an inside look at the standout stars and unforgettable red carpet moments from the 2025 British Fashion Awards. See which celebrities dominated the spotlight with bold fashion, trend‑setting looks, and headline‑making style.
Fashion Times
3 min read
‘Every chef should train here’: Turkish restaurant ranks fourth on list of London’s top food spots
Enfield’s family-run Neco Tantuni, which specialises in Turkish street food, secured place among other Michelin-starred restaurants on Vittles 99-strong list
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Hailee Steinfeld announces she is pregnant in adorable video with NFL husband Josh Allen
Hailee Steinfeld has announced that she is pregnant with husband Josh Allen in an adorable video.
The Independent UK
1 min read
What it was really like to live in the Home Alone house
IN FOCUS: 671 Lincoln Avenue in the Chicago suburb of Winnetka is central to the beloved Christmas movie. Former owner John Abendshien talks to Kevin E G Perry about living there during filming, the influence of John Hughes and what he learned from the hordes of fans who came to…
The Independent UK
8 min read
‘Beyond catastrophic’: How super flu is pushing the NHS to the brink
NHS WINTER CRISIS : Leading medics warn of severe hospital overcrowding, staff struck down with flu, and a worrying number of cases among children. Rebecca Thomas reports
The Independent UK
11 min read
House Republicans unveil new health plan. Here's what's in it
House Republicans are bringing GOP ideas aimed at lowering health care costs for votes next week.
Axios
3 min read
How Much Water Per Day? Hydration Myths and Warning Signs of Dehydration
Discover how much water per day you really need, learn key dehydration symptoms, and get practical tips for healthy daily water intake to stay hydrated.
Medical Daily
6 min read
Air Purifier Benefits for Allergies and Indoor Air Quality: What Science Really Shows
Improve your health with air purifier benefits. Discover how better indoor air quality reduces allergies and supports respiratory wellness backed by scientific studies.
Medical Daily
8 min read
Child Psychology and Screen Time: Understanding Digital Effects on Kids
Explore how screen time influences child psychology and behavior. Learn the positive and negative digital effects on kids, mental health, learning, and emotional growth.
Medical Daily
12 min read
Immunity Myths vs. Immune System Facts: What Doctors Say You're Getting Wrong
Discover the truth behind common immunity myths as doctors reveal science-backed immune system facts about supplements, vaccines, and lifestyle habits that truly support immune health.
Medical Daily
10 min read
Common Itchy Throat Causes: Allergy Symptoms vs Viral Infection and Dry Air
Discover common itchy throat causes and how to tell allergy symptoms from a viral infection, plus when persistent throat itch might signal dry air or something more serious.
Medical Daily
8 min read
How to get a cancer screening – as King Charles warns of missed opportunities
Monarch ‘deeply troubled’ 9 million people in UK are not up to date with cancer screenings, as he opens up about own diagnosis
The Independent UK
4 min read
Eating too late could wreck your sleep, muscle recovery and impact weight gain—why this expert recommends an early dinner
When to eat for better health
Fit & Well
4 min read
‘Our perfectly healthy daughter caught flu. Now she faces having to learn to walk and talk again’
Sienna Dunion had been a perfectly healthy child with no underlying conditions before she was diagnosed with Acute Necrotising Encephalitis
The Independent UK
5 min read
Charles Leclerc: "It's now or never" for Ferrari as 2026 F1 chance looms
Leclerc reviews his own performance in 2025 and looks forward to a make-or-break period for Ferrari ahead of Formula 1's 2026 regulation changes
Motorsport
3 min read
Leclerc says "it's now or never" for Ferrari's F1 chance as 2026 change looms
Charles Leclerc reviews his performance in 2025 and looks forward to a make-or-break period for Ferrari ahead of Formula 1's 2026 regulation changes
Autosport
3 min read
Mohamed Salah Selection Call Confirmed As Liverpool Name Team
The Egyptian’s falling out with the club has dominated world headlines.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Marcus Rashford Receives Ultimate Complement From Hansi Flick
The Englishman’s loan spell at Barcelona is helping get his career back on track.
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
Which MotoGP riders crashed the most during the 2025 season?
With the 2025 MotoGP season now complete, it's time to take stock of the crashes recorded by all riders and identify who recorded the highest number of incidents
Autosport
5 min read
‘Leave Him Alone’—Mikel Arteta Defends Under Pressure Arsenal Star
Four goals in the Premier League and six in all competitions have prompted questions to be asked.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Who crashed the most during the 2025 MotoGP season?
With the 2025 MotoGP season now complete, it's time to take stock of the crashes recorded by all riders and identify who recorded the highest number of incidents
Motorsport
5 min read
Ranking Possible National Championship Matchups Based on the CFP Bracket
Of all the potential national championship matchups in the College Football Playoff, these five would be the most intriguing.
Sports Illustrated
6 min read
Where U.S. Airbnb hosts could earn the most during the World Cup
Visiting fans are expected to boost local economies.
Axios
2 min read
Verstappen “is already the best” F1 driver but still getting better – Marko
Helmut Marko delved into his relationship with Max Verstappen and how, according to him, the four-time world champion is getting even better
Autosport
3 min read
OpenAI isn't too big to fail. It's bigger.
OpenAI's central place in the AI economy is enough to make people nervous.
Axios
4 min read
Here's How Much Rivian's Tesla FSD-Fighting Feature Will Cost And What You Get
Rivian's 'Universal Hands Free' feature kicks off an 'Autonomy+' subscription. Here's how it compares to Tesla, GM and Ford.
InsideEVs
5 min read
Europe's Gas Car Ban Is About To Die
The continent planned for an aggressive transition to EVs. Customer sentiment and manufacturing lobbying tanked the idea.
InsideEVs
4 min read
The 2025 Renault 4 E-Tech Is The Retro-Charmer City Car You Didn't Know You Wanted
Renault's parade of retro-inspired but high-tech EVs continues with the reborn Renault 4. And this icon is a welcome addition to this century.
InsideEVs
10 min read
Rivian’s New Autonomy Tech Arrives: Is This the Breakthrough It Needs?
On this week's Plugged-In Podcast, we recap Rivian's Autonomy and AI Day event, and interview its AI chief, James Philbin.
InsideEVs
3 min read
Now's The Perfect Time To Play 2025's Game of the Year
'Expedition 33' just dropped its biggest update in celebration of its big night at the game awards, perfect for new and returning players alike.
Inverse
4 min read
Two Unexpected Star Wars Games Made Their Debut At The Game Awards 2025
The Game Awards 2025 featured the surprise announcement of two — two! — new Star Wars games, and neither are quite what you may have been expecting.
Inverse
4 min read
EU Planning New Affordable EV Class to Counter China
This new class of vehicle, called “E car,” will have lower technical requirements (especially when it comes to safety equipment) to reduce costs.
InsideEVs
5 min read
Ionna Is About To Reach A Big Milestone Faster Than Any Other Charging Network
Not even Tesla was able to do what Ionna will achieve after its first year of operation. That's great news for all EV owners out there.
InsideEVs
3 min read
EV Collision Repairs Are Getting Cheaper
Despite the huge sales rush spurred by the expiration of the $7,500 federal tax credit, EVs were cheaper to repair in Q3.
InsideEVs
4 min read
Spacecraft from Chinese launch nearly slammed into Starlink satellite, SpaceX says
A satellite that rode to space Dec. 9 on a Chinese rocket nearly slammed into one of SpaceX's Starlink internet spacecraft, according to the company.
Space
4 min read
Toxic chemicals in food system driving $2.2tn health and environmental crisis
Synthetic products used in packaging and production causing cancer, infertility and undermining the natural world the agricultural system depends on
The Independent UK
4 min read
Photos: Pacific Northwest faces "catastrophic" flood threats from days of heavy rains
Washington is under a state of emergency from the extreme weather that prompted water rescues and forced tens of thousands to evacuate.
Axios
4 min read
Astronaut sees gorgeous 'skies of blue and clouds of white' | On the International Space Station this week Dec. 8-12, 2025
The seven members of the Expedition 74 crew studied stem cells, packed up a cargo ship and maintained their toilet this week aboard the International Space Station.
Space
5 min read
Global Space Award winners 2025: Playmakers, innovators, and science breakthroughs
The inaugural ceremony was held at London's Natural History Museum on Dec. 5.
Space
8 min read
Einstein's right again! Scientists catch a feasting black hole dragging the very fabric of spacetime
"This is a real gift for physicists as we confirm predictions made more than a century ago."
Space
5 min read
'Exodus' is a spiritual successor to 'Mass Effect' with a hard sci-fi edge. We spoke to the devs about time-dilation, human evolution, and honoring hard sci-fi (exclusive)
Sci-fi adventure Exodus is looking alright, alright, alright.
Space
10 min read
When is the best time to watch the Geminid meteor shower tonight?
The Geminid meteor shower peaks overnight tonight. Here's when to look for the most shooting stars — and where to aim your gaze.
Space
3 min read
Supergirl's rockin' 1st trailer shows intergalactic bar fights, hangovers, and Krypto peeing on Superman's face (video)
Kara Zor-El goes galactic for this wild teaser set to Blondie's '80s anthem, 'Call Me'.
Space
3 min read
A spider-like scar haunts Jupiter's moon Europa — and scientists think they know why
A strange, spider-like scar on Jupiter's icy moon Europa may mark where salty water once surged up through its fractured crust.
Space
3 min read
‘A shift no country can ignore’: where global emissions stand, 10 years after the Paris climate agreement
The watershed summit in 2015 was far from perfect, but its impact so far has been significant and measurable
The Guardian - UK
11 min read
Country diary: Clinging to a crag in a place of constant change
Neath, south Wales: This quarry built the abbey and the nearby terraced towns – and it’s different every time I visit
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
‘Soil is more important than oil’: inside the perennial grain revolution
Scientists in Kansas believe Kernza could cut emissions, restore degraded soils and reshape the future of agriculture
The Guardian - UK
9 min read
EA to spend millions clearing Oxfordshire illegal waste mountain in break with policy
Announcement draws anger from Labour MP over refusal to remove tonnes of rubbish dumped near school in Wigan
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
'Hard to see the glass as half full': the verdict on Paris climate deal at 10
As the Paris climate deal turns 10 on Friday, its promise of holding global warming to between 1.5C and 2C is slipping further out of reach. Adelle Thomas, a geographer from the Bahamas and one of 600 scientists from the UN’s climate panel drafting the next global assessment, told RFI…
Radio France Internationale
8 min read
Hightailing along city streets and raiding ponds: otters’ revival in Britain
Still rare only 20 years ago, the charismatic animals are in almost every UK river and a conservation success story
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Weather tracker: Australia bushfires could be most dangerous since ‘black summer’
Fires are burning across NSW, with Tasmania also facing an emergency, while in the US, Washington state braces for floods
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Paris Agreement turns 10 as heat rises faster than global action
Ten years after the Paris Agreement was signed on 12 December 2015, the world is warming faster than countries are cutting emissions – even as clean energy expands and projected future warming has fallen.
Radio France Internationale
5 min read
As the UK looks to invest in nuclear, here’s what it could mean for Britain’s environment
In this week’s newsletter:​ The government’s bid to speed up nuclear construction could usher in sweeping deregulation, with experts warning of profound consequences for nature
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Urban sprawl fuels deadly fire risks on city outskirts
Modern houses are being built to better withstand fires, but an urban planner warns missteps are still being made in street and city design.
AAP
3 min read
Pop art, folk festivals and grape crushing: Australian summer events worth travelling for
From contemporary art exhibitions to eccentric festivals, regional Australia has no shortage of big events over the summer of 2025-2026
The Guardian - AU
11 min read
Here’s All The Annual Leave Hacks For 2026 To Maximise Your Time Off Work
Ten days OOO with just three days annual leave? Where do I sign?
Pedestrian.tv
3 min read
Laikipia calling: Inside Kenya’s quietest, wildest conservancy safari
From roaming elephants to stealthy predators, this is an intimate encounter with nature at its most untouched. Katharine Sohn takes us with her on safari...
Evening Standard
7 min read
Travel experts reveal the best value skiing holidays across Europe
Resorts such as Beitostolen, Geilo, and Pyha have been ranked among the most affordable European ski trips
The Independent UK
3 min read
‘We walked in awe, gazing across the sea’: readers’ favourite travel discoveries of 2025
From Essex to Istanbul, and from a soul music bar to a dramatic mountain pass, our tipsters share their personal travel highlights of the year
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Underground art: exploring the unique designs of London’s tube seats
Most metros use plastic or metal, but the distinctive fabrics on London’s network are full of clues to its history
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
NSW’s Most Lush Summer Couple Escapes, From Bougie Beach Hotels To Gorgeous Glamping
Email notifications off, bathrobes on!
Pedestrian.tv
8 min read
The Phoenicia Malta, Floriana, hotel review
HOTELS: This stunning 1920s-style hotel draws you in with its sense of elevated luxury, says Sian Elvin, but its fascinating background in an island full of history will stay with you long after you leave
The Independent UK
6 min read
‘This is the real Santa’s workshop’: a trip to Germany’s toy village
You don’t have to be a child to enjoy Seiffen, the magical ‘home of Christmas’ where they’ve been making traditional wooden toys for hundreds of years
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Camiral, Girona: a wellness resort that even teenagers will enjoy
Hammams, golf buggies and gourmet feasts replace teenage grunts with genuine smiles – proving the wellness isn’t just in the spa, but in the atmosphere, says Rebecca Thornton
Evening Standard
6 min read