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The Games Alexander Isak Could Miss if Arne Slot Injury Prediction Comes True
The Swede’s start to life at Anfield has been troubled.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
Russia says ‘ball is in France’s court’ on detained French researcher Vinatier
Russia says it has made a proposal to France regarding Laurent Vinatier, a French researcher jailed for violating Russia’s foreign agent laws and who faces charges of espionage that carry a possible 20-year prison sentence.
Radio France Internationale
3 min read
Best First Goalscorer Picks for Premier League Gameweek 18
Gameweek 18 marks the penultimate round of fixtures in the first half of the 2025–26 Premier League, and also the division’s traditional ‘Boxing Day’ games. Tha
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
Japan’s cabinet approves record defence budget amid escalating China tensions
Japanese strike-back capabilities and coastal defences to be boosted while Beijing accuses Tokyo of fuelling a ‘space arms race’
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
What to know about the militants targeted by US airstrikes in northwest Nigeria
The United States airstrikes targeting militants affiliated with the Islamic State in northwestern Nigeria are a major escalation of an offensive that Nigeria’s overstretched military has struggled with for years
The Independent UK
6 min read
Shock And Outrage In Melbourne As Hanukkah Car Targeted In Suspected Antisemitic Firebombing
A car bearing a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was firebombed outside a rabbi's home in St Kilda East, Melbourne. Police are treating it as a suspected antisemitic attack. Senior leaders and government officials condemn the act and call for decisive action.
International Business Times UK
7 min read
Tesla CEO Elon Musk Claims AI and Robotics Are 'Only Way' To Make Everyone Wealthy
Elon Musk promises AI and robotics will make everyone wealthy, work optional. Dubai talks, Tesla Optimus, and risks of universal abundance vision examined.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Four-second naps and snoozing in flight: Extreme sleep methods help these animals evade danger
From napping half their brain while flying to taking four-second naps to survive parenthood, these animals have evolved clever ways to catch some shuteye.
Euronews
7 min read
After 44 years as second banana, Donkey Kong Bananza makes Nintendo's first star a mascot to rival Mario and Link in the Switch 2 era
Year in Review 2025 | Donkey Kong Bananza once again shows that Nintendo's greatest strength is its knack for reinvention
GamesRadar
7 min read
Who Is Karyna Shuliak? Everything to Know About Epstein's Last Known Girlfriend
Discover the identity of Karyna Shuliak, Jeffrey Epstein's final girlfriend, her presence in the 2025 files, and her recent sightings on the streets of New York.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Freezing Winds Can Be a Killer for Escallonia – Experts Reveal the 3 Best Tactics to Overwinter Your Shrubs and Prevent Frost Damage
Perfect tips for gardeners in cold-weather climates who want to keep their shrubs safe
Homes & Gardens
7 min read
Lucky Powerball player wins $1.8 billion jackpot on Christmas eve with second biggest prize ever
There is a one in 292 million chance of winning the Powerball jackpot
The Independent UK
4 min read
Plant ‘tredges’ to boost England’s tree cover, gardeners urged
Royal Horticultural Society’s call backs government aim to increase woodland cover from 10% to at least 16.5% by 2050
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Ranking the NBA Christmas Day Matchups in Terms of Watchability
Here are the five NBA Christmas Day matchups ranked from worst to best.
Sports Illustrated
8 min read
Elton John's early Christmas present as Step Into Christmas goes platinum in US
Sir Elton John was gifted an early Christmas present this week after his 1973 classic tune Step Into Christmas went platinum in the US, and is now 4x platinum in the UK.
BANG Premier
2 min read
Don't let your houseplants dry out while you're away at Christmas! These simple tips will keep them hydrated and healthy
Take care of your houseplants while you're away over the holidays with our expert-approved care and watering advice
Ideal Home
6 min read
Graphene supercapacitor breakthrough could boost energy storage in future EVs and other household devices
A new material called multiscale reduced graphene oxide could mean faster charging and power delivery than traditional batteries allow.
LiveScience
4 min read
Variegated Houseplants Promote 'Harmony and Balance' in the Home, Says a Feng Shui Expert – Here Are 3 of the Best and What They Represent
Variegated houseplants bring more than just color to interiors
Homes & Gardens
6 min read
These are the best things to feed birds in winter, according to wildlife experts – they provide steady energy and nutrition all season
High-energy foods are key
Ideal Home
5 min read
The Power of Walking: How Daily Steps Improve Cardiovascular Health and Longevity
Walking longevity through daily steps benefits cardiovascular health, reduces mortality, and supports lifelong vitality with accessible movement habits.
Medical Daily
9 min read
Russia says ‘ball is in France’s court’ on detained French researcher Vinatier
Russia says it has made a proposal to France regarding Laurent Vinatier, a French researcher jailed for violating Russia’s foreign agent laws and who faces charges of espionage that carry a possible 20-year prison sentence.
Radio France Internationale
3 min read
Japan’s cabinet approves record defence budget amid escalating China tensions
Japanese strike-back capabilities and coastal defences to be boosted while Beijing accuses Tokyo of fuelling a ‘space arms race’
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
Shock And Outrage In Melbourne As Hanukkah Car Targeted In Suspected Antisemitic Firebombing
A car bearing a 'Happy Chanukah' sign was firebombed outside a rabbi's home in St Kilda East, Melbourne. Police are treating it as a suspected antisemitic attack. Senior leaders and government officials condemn the act and call for decisive action.
International Business Times UK
7 min read
Remains of missing Nebraska mother found a year later as police narrow in on person of interest
Authorities had been desperately searching for Jerica Hamre, 30, for nearly 18 months after she went missing from Lincoln in July 2024
The Independent UK
3 min read
Putin critic sentenced to six years in prison by Russian court
Sergei Udaltsov was sentence to six years in jail on Thursday
The Independent UK
3 min read
These are the states seeing the biggest impact from the flu tearing across the nation
The virus is particularly serious for children, with one doctor warning parents too look out for three key symptoms
The Independent UK
5 min read
U.S. Beefing Up Military Presence In The Caribbean To Further Escalate Pressure On Venezuela's Maduro
The U.S. military deployed more equipment to the Caribbean as it further escalates pressure on the Maduro regime in Venezuela, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
Texas A&M System declines to reinstate fired lecturer despite faculty panel’s findings
A vice chancellor upheld the firing of Melissa McCoul, seen in a viral video being confronted by a student on her gender identity teachings, saying the termination was done with “good cause.”
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
National Guard members killed in Syria return home to families on Christmas Eve
Mirroring the solemn transfer ritual at Dover, white-gloved Iowa National Guard members carried the caskets
The Independent UK
3 min read
Two hospitalized after ICE agents shot at person who tried to ‘run them over’ in Maryland neighborhood
Federal agents have been involved in at least nine shootings this year during immigration enforcement
The Independent UK
4 min read
7 Reasons Experts Disagree With Dave Ramsey About Credit Card Points
Many experts disagree with Ramsey's thoughts on credit card use and rewards. Here are seven reasons credit card points are worth pursuing.
GOBankingRates
7 min read
North Carolina Christmas tree farmers are optimistic after Hurricane Helene
More than a year after storm ripped apart families and farms, growers are bullish about strength of their industry
The Guardian - US
6 min read
Utility CEO on the data center crunch: America's 'check engine light' is on and 'no one's going to pay attention until it breaks down'
"We are telling policy makers the warning lights are on," Exelon CEO Calvin Butler told Diane Brady at Fortune Brainstorm AI in San Francisco.
Fortune
5 min read
Tanger Outlet CEO calls shoppers ‘resilient’ as new report shows spending rose 4.2% this holiday season
‘I feel like the customer is very resilient. They’re looking to spend,’ Stephen Yalof said
The Independent UK
3 min read
Telluride Ski Resort in Colorado to close Saturday due to labor dispute
Officials at Colorado's Telluride Ski Resort say it will close Saturday due to a labor dispute
The Independent UK
3 min read
Crude Oil Prices End Little Changed But See Continued Support From Recent Oil Tanker Disruptions
February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.03 (-0.05%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) closed up +0.0040 (+0.23%). Crude oil closed little changed on Wednesday, but rallied earlier in the week on concern about oil risks related to Venezuela and Ukraine-Russia. Crude prices have carry-over support...
Barchart
4 min read
Dollar Index Ends Little Changed, But Bearish Sentiment Continues
The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday fell to a new 2.75-month low but then recovered and ended the day little changed. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets have reduced...
Barchart
6 min read
Dollar Index Posts 2.75-Month Low But Then Recovers
The dollar index (DXY00 ) today posted a new 2.75-month low but then recovered and is little changed. The dollar continues to trade on a weak note despite Tuesday's stronger-than-expected US GDP report of +4.3% and the reduced odds for Fed easing. The markets on Tuesday reduced the odds for...
Barchart
6 min read
What You Need to Know Ahead of Brown & Brown's Earnings Release
Brown & Brown is expected to release its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings soon, and analysts project a single-digit profit growth.
Barchart
3 min read
A $61 Billion Reason to Buy Amazon Stock for 2026
With AWS doubling power capacity, Nova and Bedrock deepening its AI stack, Wall Street assigning a Strong Buy rating, plus roughly 30% upside as data‑center deal activity hits a record 61 billion dollars, Amazon looks like a Buy.
Barchart
7 min read
Who Is Karyna Shuliak? Everything to Know About Epstein's Last Known Girlfriend
Discover the identity of Karyna Shuliak, Jeffrey Epstein's final girlfriend, her presence in the 2025 files, and her recent sightings on the streets of New York.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Google's proposed data center in orbit will face issues with space debris in an already crowded orbit
As a space scientist, I predict that the company will soon have to reckon with a growing problem: space debris.
Space
9 min read
3 Things Cops Notice Before You Even Speak
I’m no stranger to being pulled over, especially when I was younger. Most of the time, police already have their minds made up about you before you even open your mouth. Maybe your car is loud or not well taken care of. Or you were speeding. Whatever the case may…
Clever Dude
4 min read
5 Social Security Add‑On Benefits Most Older Adults Don’t Know They Qualify For
Millions of older adults rely on Social Security as their primary source of income, yet many don’t realize they may qualify for additional benefits. Retirees...
Saving Advice
7 min read
How effective is protesting? According to historians and political scientists: very
From emancipation to women’s suffrage, civil rights and BLM, mass movement has shaped the arc of US history
The Guardian - US
9 min read
When Washington Crossed the Delaware on Christmas 1776, It Wasn't in the Name of Christian Nationalism
America was not founded to be a theocracy and it should not strive to become one.
Reason
6 min read
The Fed may have reassured Powell that it's safe to leave the board early when a new chair takes over. 'I think he's done with this job'
Given Powell's commitment to Fed independence, there were doubts that he would leave the board when his replacement as chair comes in.
Fortune
4 min read
How Tariffs and Inflation Are Hitting Holiday Sweets
The Trump administration’s trade war has made home-baked and store-bought treats more expensive.
Reason
5 min read
Calls For Trump's Arrest Intensify As New Document Reveals 'Dark' Criminal Allegations
FBI document EFTA00025010 reveals survivor allegations of trafficking and infanticide involving Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein in 1984.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Epstein’s brother drops a bombshell tip to the FBI, alleging Trump ‘authorized’ Jeffrey Epstein’s murder to silence him before he could ‘name names’
On February 22, 2023, Mark Epstein submitted an accusatory tip to the FBI about Trump’s involvement in Jeffrey Epstein‘s death. That tip is now publicly released as part of the Department of Justice’s latest Epstein document dump, and it’s sensational.
The Mary Sue
3 min read
Four-second naps and snoozing in flight: Extreme sleep methods help these animals evade danger
From napping half their brain while flying to taking four-second naps to survive parenthood, these animals have evolved clever ways to catch some shuteye.
Euronews
7 min read
‘My Pyrex have been the best’: Arizona woman uses glass food containers—then ends up in the ER. Now she recommends an Amazon alternative
Nothing can kill you and your appetite like swallowing glass fragments in your food. After a woman inadvertently ingested shards from her glass Tupperware, she warned against using them.
The Mary Sue
5 min read
“It’s Just Sad”: Britney Spears’ Bikini Slip And Yacht Kiss With Mystery Man Leave Fans Worried
Britney Spears worried fans after a wardrobe malfunction in a dance video and a yacht kiss with a mystery man.
Bored Panda
5 min read
George Clooney's 2026 Calendar Reveals Broken Promises to Amal, Insiders Claim
George Clooney has broken retirement vows to his wife, Amal, as seen in his 2026 calendar, raising insider concerns
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Say Goodbye to Outdated Fashion Rules: Modern Style Tips for Every Season of the Year
Outdated fashion rules are history! Find modern style tips to update your wardrobe and uncover the truth behind seasonal fashion myths.
Fashion Times
6 min read
50 Cent Vs King Combs Escalates Feud With Viral 'Relax' Burn
Hip-hop veteran 50 Cent and King Combs, son of Sean 'Diddy' Combs, have been embroiled in an online feud that has garnered attention on social media following King's deleted threat and 50 Cent's scathing response telling him to 'relax.'
International Business Times UK
4 min read
It’s hard to describe what it feels like to become a mum, but it has a name: matrescence
“Completely life-changing”. “Nothing could have fully prepared me”. These are the sorts of phrases you often hear from women when they become a mother.
The Conversation
7 min read
Ho-ho-ho is where the heart is: How Santa meets kids in 2025
The modern Santa has adapted to reach those on the good list.
Axios
3 min read
Jay Leno, Ellen DeGeneres And More Huge Celebs Johnny Carson Allegedly Banned From The Tonight Show
Quite an exclusive list.
Cinemablend
4 min read
I Had No Idea Lenny Kravitz And Denzel Washington Were So Bromantic, But This Exchange About Malcolm X Is Too Funny
Or as Denzel calls it, a "close brothership."
Cinemablend
3 min read
Southern California sees third death from atmospheric river storm drenching region
Some parts of LA saw more than 11in of rain, with flooding, road closures and debris flows reported across the region
The Guardian - US
5 min read
Photos: Storm slamming Southern California with flooding rains triggers evacuations
California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared an emergency in multiple SoCal counties, and nearly 28 million people are under flood watches.
Axios
8 min read
A toxic landfill is growing in the Aravallis. Rs 100 crore fine changed nothing
As protests grow against the degradation and redefinition of the Aravalli range, another serious crisis looms: the Bandhwari landfill.
Newslaundry
3 min read
White Christmas Forecast: Top US Cities Still on Track for Snow While Major Hubs Face Disappointment
White Christmas forecasts reveal the US cities most likely to see snow on Christmas Day as warmer weather threatens major population centres.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Trump’s rollbacks made 2025 a turbulent year for clean energy. So why are experts optimistic?
“Trump’s effort to... harm clean energy just isn’t enough to offset the natural advantages it has,” says one expert.
Euronews
8 min read
Cold, windy and sunny Christmas Day forecast with a frosty start
Brisk winds picking up from Christmas Eve will make the weather feel close to freezing for much of the country, the Met Office said.
Evening Standard
2 min read
Earth's seasons vary wildly, even at the same latitude, new research finds
Earth's seasons look very different at locations not far from each other, 20 years' worth of satellite data reveals.
LiveScience
4 min read
Why mangoes fall before they’re ripe – and how science is helping them hang on
Ever wondered why your mango tree drops fruit before it’s ripe? Each season, mango growers across Australia watch helplessly as millions of mangoes fall to the ground too early.
The Conversation
6 min read
Southern California drivers urged to reconsider Christmas travel as heavy rain and winds roll in
California officials are urging holiday travelers to avoid the roads on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day as a powerful winter storm moves in
The Independent UK
4 min read
Officials warn travelers of ‘dangerous’ Christmas storm approaching California
One person has already died due to the flooding, officials said
The Independent UK
4 min read
U.S. Beefing Up Military Presence In The Caribbean To Further Escalate Pressure On Venezuela's Maduro
The U.S. military deployed more equipment to the Caribbean as it further escalates pressure on the Maduro regime in Venezuela, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
Texas A&M System declines to reinstate fired lecturer despite faculty panel’s findings
A vice chancellor upheld the firing of Melissa McCoul, seen in a viral video being confronted by a student on her gender identity teachings, saying the termination was done with “good cause.”
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Government liable for damage to homes near Houston dams during Hurricane Harvey floods, court rules
The ruling came in a lawsuit from a group of homeowners and could be appealed. An estimated 14,000 homes were inside the Addicks and Barker reservoirs when Harvey dumped more than 50 inches of rain in 2017.
The Texas Tribune
3 min read
Texas comptroller GOP primary attracts big money from donors with business before the agency
One candidate received about $1 million within an eight-day span from the head of a Dallas tax firm — and 72 of his employees — that helps corporations secure tax breaks under comptroller-run programs.
The Texas Tribune
7 min read
“Construction can’t continue”: South Texas builders say ICE arrests have upended industry
More than 300 people attended an impromptu meeting that industry leaders in the Rio Grande Valley hosted to draw attention to the chilling effect ICE arrests have had on construction.
The Texas Tribune
9 min read
DOJ Reportedly Having a Hard Time Finding Volunteers To Redact Epstein Files During Holidays
The Department of Justice is having a hard time finding people to volunteer to redact the Epstein Files as it gears up to continue releasing documents.
Latin Times
2 min read
White House Reportedly Managing DOJ X Account Claiming Alleged Epstein Letter Saying Trump Loves 'Young, Nubile Girls' Is Fake
The White House has been managing the social media account of the Department of Justice (DOJ) that claimed the alleged letter by Jeffrey Epstein claiming President Donald Trump loves "young, nubile girls" is fake.
Latin Times
3 min read
Martin Scorsese pays emotional tribute to friend Rob Reiner: ‘He had a beautiful sense of uninhibited freedom’
Director and wife were found killed in their home earlier this month
The Independent UK
4 min read
South Korea vows to end foreign adoptions as UN presses Seoul to address past abuses
South Korea’s government says it plans to end the waning foreign adoptions of Korean children
The Independent UK
7 min read
Paddle boarders rescued after being swept more than 10km across Port Phillip Bay in three-hour ordeal
Pair say they were ‘exhausted, very shaken and feel so lucky’ after being spotted by air wing officers late on Christmas Day
The Guardian - AU
3 min read
U.S. forces strike ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
The U.S. military conducted "numerous perfect strikes, as only the United States is capable of doing," Trump said.
Axios
3 min read
Pictures of the year 2025: Powerful images that defined the past 12 months
The Standard reveals its selection of the best photographs from a momentous year
Evening Standard
4 min read
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says he will meet Trump and hopes for peace breakthrough ‘before New Year’
Kyiv claims successful Storm Shadow strike on major Russian oil refinery
The Independent UK
37 min read
Year-End Report: Who Dominated the 2025 Global Gambling Landscape?
The report, which ends the year, breaks down the strategic trends, revenue leaders, and velocity drivers that made 2025, providing a forensic analysis of a shifting market.
International Business Times
14 min read
Southern California sees third death from atmospheric river storm drenching region
Some parts of LA saw more than 11in of rain, with flooding, road closures and debris flows reported across the region
The Guardian - US
5 min read
Cold War Warms Up: Canada Draws a Line in the Ice Against US Expansion
Canada joins Denmark to reject US attempts to annex Greenland. Ottawa defends Arctic sovereignty and Indigenous rights as tensions rise over security and minerals.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv hits Russian oil refinery with British Storm Shadow missiles
Ukrainian military says ‘numerous explosions’ at Novoshakhtinsk refinery; Zelenskyy says ‘very good’ talks held with Trump envoys. What we know on day 1,402
The Guardian - AU
4 min read
North Korea Releases Photos of Submarine Equipped with Nuclear Engine for Extended Underwater Travel
Kim Jong Un unveils a new 8,700-ton nuclear-powered submarine, escalating tensions in the Pacific. Learn how this stealth technology changes the global security balance.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Why has Trump ordered strikes in Nigeria and what has it got to do with the persecution of Christians?
Parts of the US right have for years been amplifying claims that Christians face violence in Nigeria, a notion the US president has helped to encourage
The Guardian - AU
5 min read
What Pope Leo said in his first Christmas message
"Jesus took upon himself our fragility, identifying with each one of us: with those who have nothing left and have lost everything," he said.
Axios
2 min read
How Does He Know When You've Been Bad or Good?
Thought I'd reprise a post that I'd put up a couple of times before.
Reason
1 min read
GOP Rep. Massie Says DOJ Broke The Law By Making 'Illegal Redaction' Of Epstein Files
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie said the Department of Justice broke the law by making "illegal redactions" of the Epstein files and "missing the deadline" for their complete release.
Latin Times
3 min read
Zelensky says he had "very good" Christmas Day call with U.S. envoys on ending war
He said he discussed "new ideas" with Trump advisers Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
Axios
2 min read
Inside the US’s psychedelic church boom, where taking drugs is legal
Religious groups using banned drugs are increasingly testing the limits of faith and law – and winning
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Chuck Schumer Slams Trump Over News About a Million New Epstein Files: 'Engaged In a Massive Coverup'
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer slammed President Donald Trump over an announcement by the Department of Justice about the finding of a million new Epstein files.
Latin Times
3 min read
Kimmel slams Trump in U.K. Christmas message: "Tyranny is booming"
Kimmel declared victory after his show was briefly canceled.
Axios
2 min read
Democratic Rep. Garcia Slams White House Over DOJ Claim About Finding One Million New Epstein Files: 'Engaged In a Cover-Up'
Rep. Robert Garcia, the Democratic House Oversight Ranking Member, slammed the Department of Justice and the White House after the former's claim that it had found a million additional Epstein files.
Latin Times
3 min read
White House Orders Military To Focus On Exerting 'Economic Pressure' On Venezuelan Regime By Seizing Sanctioned Tankers
The White House ordered military forces to focus on enforcing a "quarantine" of tankers off the Venezuelan coast for the next two months, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
ICE Reportedly Planning To Overhaul Detention System And Hold Over 80,000 People In Warehouses
Immigration and Customs Enforcement is seeking contractors to renovate industrial warehouses and hold more than 80,000 migrants, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
Venezuela's Air Network Reduced to Around 20 Aging Aircraft Amid U.S. Campaign: Report
Passenger traffic has fallen sharply from about 15,000 passengers flying in and out each week to between 1,000 and 2,000 since the latest suspensions
Latin Times
4 min read
Our king, our priest, our feudal lord – how AI is taking us back to the dark ages
Since the Enlightenment, we’ve been making our own decisions. But now AI may be about to change that, says Joseph de Weck, a fellow with the Foreign Policy Research Institute
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Starmer needs to tell a better Christmas story about Labour
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: If Labour is to avoid catastrophe in the May local elections, the prime minister and his cabinet need to pull together and deliver both action and good news
The Independent UK
6 min read
The Guardian view on May 2026 elections: a new political geography is coming into view across Britain
Editorial: Over the holiday period, the Guardian leader column is looking ahead at the themes of 2026. Today we look at the impact of devolution on growing volatility of party political allegiance
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
How the French fell in love with family-driven memoirs and autofiction
Matriarchs, absent fathers and troubled childhoods: 2025 was the year French literature focused on family, says writer Anne-Laure Pineau
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Is India’s environment minister lying about the new definition of the Aravallis?
The #SaveAravalli campaign stands out in an unexpected way. At a time when most protests against the government are quickly branded “anti-national” or dismissed as the work of “Urban Naxals,” that script hasn’t been rolled out here.
Newslaundry
8 min read
Did 2025 mark the end of British parliamentary democracy as we know it?
The conventions and rituals that define the way we do politics rapidly eroded this year – setting the UK on a course into the unknown, says Guardian columnist Andy Beckett
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Wild animals are great gift givers – and there’s one present in particular I’d love to receive for Christmas
Penguins hand over pebbles; scorpionflies give spitballs. But I’m hankering after a sea sponge presented by a dolphin, says science writer Helen Pilcher
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
The hill I will die on: Fruit with meat? What kind of pervert are you?
Please don’t ever offer me cranberry sauce with my roast turkey – that’s just jam on your Christmas dinner, and who wants that, asks Guardian Opinion deputy editor Katy Guest
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Thanks to Independent readers, young people will have a safe haven to call for help
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Our readers have generously donated £165,000 in our Christmas appeal, so Missing People is now well on its way to launching SafeCall to give a supportive ear to a young person in distress
The Independent UK
4 min read
When my father first came to the UK, people bonded and looked after him. Would that happen now?
I’ve taken in refugees from time to time, and formed lasting ties with them. It’s time to stop demonising those in need, says journalist and author Nell Frizzell
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
'Stranger Things' Season 5 Vol. 2 Ending Explained: Everything The Finale Still Needs To Answer
The second batch of episodes from 'Stranger Things' final season actually provides some answers.
Inverse
4 min read
'Clair Obscur: Expedition 33' Guide: How to Access 'Thank You' Update and What to Expect
"Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's" free "Thank You" update adds a secret zone, brutal boss fights, photo mode, new gear, and music. Here's how to unlock it.
Player One
4 min read
'Stranger Things' Season 5 Volume 2 Review: An Unsatisfying Second Half — For One Obvious Reason
The penultimate chapter of Netflix's hit sci-fi series provides some answers but is often frustrating. Read our review of 'Stranger Things' Season 5 Vol. 2.
Inverse
4 min read
'No Other Choice' Ending Explained: What Park Chan-wook Wants To Say About AI
Park Chan-wook and Lee Byung-hun break down 'No Other Choice’s bleak stance on AI.
Inverse
7 min read
The Internet Is Losing It After Neil deGrasse Tyson Explains Gender Of Santa’s Reindeer Rudolph
"You’re never gonna believe this, but Reindeer can’t fly around the world either."
Bored Panda
5 min read
“It’s Just Sad”: Britney Spears’ Bikini Slip And Yacht Kiss With Mystery Man Leave Fans Worried
Britney Spears worried fans after a wardrobe malfunction in a dance video and a yacht kiss with a mystery man.
Bored Panda
5 min read
45 Years Ago, A Trippy Sci-Fi Movie Changed The Body Horror Genre
Winners don't do drugs.
Inverse
6 min read
Taylor Swift Braves Arrowhead One Final Time? Kelce Retirement Talk Turns Christmas Cheers Into Possible Goodbye
Taylor Swift attended the Chiefs' Christmas Day game at Arrowhead as Travis Kelce's retirement speculation continues.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Machine Gun Kelly’s “Boy Band” Dancing Goes Viral, And Not In A Good Way
"What did Eminem do to this guy?"
Bored Panda
5 min read
Celebrity breakups 2025: From Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban to Lily Allen and David Harbour
Here are the showbiz couples who split in the past 12 months
Evening Standard
12 min read
Top Winter Accessories to Upgrade Any Outfit: Scarves, Gloves, Hats Fashion Ideas
Upgrade your winter wardrobe with stylish scarves, gloves, and hats. Explore top winter accessories ideas to perfect your cold weather style.
Fashion Times
6 min read
Beyond Physical Clothes: How Digital Fashion, Virtual Clothing NFTs, and Metaverse Fashion Are Changing Style
Why are people buying clothes they can't wear? Explore digital fashion, virtual clothing NFTs, and the rapid growth of metaverse fashion.
Fashion Times
7 min read
Secondhand Fashion Revolution: Thrift Shopping Trends Shaping the Future of Luxury
Learn how thrift shopping and secondhand fashion are redefining sustainable luxury while influencing the future of high fashion trends.
Fashion Times
8 min read
How Virtual Try-On Fashion and AR Shopping Are Revolutionizing Online Clothing Fit
Virtual try-on fashion and AR shopping are transforming the way people buy clothes online, solving fit issues and creating a personalized shopping experience.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Experience: I cycled the length of the UK on a wooden bike
With no plans, I set off from John O’Groats to travel down south to Dover. Friends and family didn’t think I’d last a mile
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Say Goodbye to Outdated Fashion Rules: Modern Style Tips for Every Season of the Year
Outdated fashion rules are history! Find modern style tips to update your wardrobe and uncover the truth behind seasonal fashion myths.
Fashion Times
6 min read
Here We Go’s Jim Howick: ‘I’m the butt of the joke – a walking indignity’
INTERVIEW: The ‘Peep Show’ and ‘Ghosts’ star talks to Ellie Harrison about the festive special of ‘Here We Go’, his career in British comedy and why the BBC is worth fighting for
The Independent UK
7 min read
‘It’s all about love’: how a Swiss photographer’s intimate honeymoon pictures caused a scandal
René Groebli took portraits of Charlie Chaplin and Walt Disney and pioneered new modes of photography. But it was his tender, erotic pictures taken in a Paris hotel room in the 50s that really caused a stir
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Jess Cartner-Morley on fashion: meet the Twixmas jumper – the perfect knit for right now
No Santas, no reindeer and zero tolerance of gingerbread men – go for a sweater that is cosy and special but not overtly Christmassy
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Helen Goh’s New Year’s Eve espresso martini pavlova bar – recipe
A selection of meringues, boozy cherries, coffee mascarpone and whisky caramel to mix and match until Big Ben strikes and beyond
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Long-Term Safety of Intermittent Fasting 16:8: Key Benefits and Hidden Fasting Side Effects
Intermittent fasting benefits are clear in short-term studies, but long-term research on the 16:8 method shows possible fasting side effects that call for caution.
Medical Daily
7 min read
Gut Health Signs You Shouldn't Ignore: What the Stool Chart Reveals About Digestive Symptoms
Stool changes reveal important gut health signs. Learn how the stool chart, colors, and digestive symptoms indicate hydration, diet, and potential health issues.
Medical Daily
7 min read
19 states sue to block Kennedy's plan to curb trans care
The lawsuit says Kennedy exceeded his legal authority.
Axios
2 min read
Online Mental Health Care Explained: How Treatment Is Safely Started and Supported
As demand for mental health services grows, online care platforms are expanding access to licensed medical providers through structured screening, personalised treatment plans, and ongoing support, all delivered safely through telehealth.
Medical Daily
6 min read
Masks, Ventilation, and Bleach: The Best Defences Against Adenovirus Spread
Discover how masks, ventilation, and bleach can help stop the spread of adenovirus this season. Stay safe with proven defences.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Adenovirus vs. Flu: How to Tell the Difference This Season
Learn how to distinguish adenovirus from flu this season. Spot key symptoms, risks, and prevention tips to stay protected.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
'Unkillable' Adenovirus Sweeps Globe: Expert Warns Of Fever Danger Signs
Health experts warn of a global surge in adenovirus, a virus similar to the flu but resistant to common disinfectants. While mild for most, it poses risks to vulnerable groups.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
A yoga instructor says these four yoga poses will give you instant relief if you're bloated
Naturally aid digestion with movement
Fit & Well
4 min read
Want to reduce stiffness and gently engage your core? Try this six-move Pilates routine that you can do in front of the TV
Craving some movement without going far? Try this
Fit & Well
4 min read
The Power of Walking: How Daily Steps Improve Cardiovascular Health and Longevity
Walking longevity through daily steps benefits cardiovascular health, reduces mortality, and supports lifelong vitality with accessible movement habits.
Medical Daily
9 min read
Best First Goalscorer Picks for Premier League Gameweek 18
Gameweek 18 marks the penultimate round of fixtures in the first half of the 2025–26 Premier League, and also the division’s traditional ‘Boxing Day’ games. Tha
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
The Games Alexander Isak Could Miss if Arne Slot Injury Prediction Comes True
The Swede’s start to life at Anfield has been troubled.
Sports Illustrated
5 min read
NBA Christmas Takeaways: Spurs Make Statement, Lakers’ Defensive Woes
Plus, Jalen Brunson makes MVP case, something is off with Oklahoma City and Draymond Green’s future with Golden State is murky.
Sports Illustrated
9 min read
F1 2025 recap: Liam Lawson recovers after short-lived Red Bull F1 stint
Stabilised 2025 performances after a particularly short-lived Red Bull stint have extended Liam Lawson's Formula 1 career
Motorsport
3 min read
WEC Hypercar and IMSA GTP: Who is introducing updates in 2026 and who isn't?
A complete rundown of which Hypercar and GTP manufacturers plan updates for 2026, and which are staying with existing cars
Autosport
9 min read
Travis Kelce Had Saddest Quote About Letting Andy Reid Down Amid 6-10 Season
The Chiefs are in the midst of their worst season since Andy Reid took over as head coach.
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
Stark Took an EV Dirt Bike Higher Than Any Motorcycle Before
Swiss mountaineer, Jiri Zak, took an EV Stark Varg to the Andes and made a New Guinness World Altitude record that saw him and the motorcycle hit 22,000 feet.
RideApart
3 min read
Travis Kelce Dismissed Questions About Retirement With a Classic Joke
Travis Kelce was dreaming about his Powerball winnings just like the rest of us.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
What was the best F1 race of the 2025 season? Our writers have their say
It is time to pick out our favourites of the 2025 Formula 1 season, starting with the best race of the year
Motorsport
5 min read
MotoGP circuit contracts: How long will each race remain on the calendar?
Find out which of MotoGP’s 22 circuits are secured by long-term contracts and which face an uncertain future...
Autosport
11 min read
Rivian's Adorable Toy Car Set Might Be The Perfect Last-Minute Gift
The handcrafted wooden EV set comes with a skateboard base and three swappable bodies.
InsideEVs
3 min read
Five Star Wars Games To Play After Revisiting The Force Awakens
If you’re rewatching Rey, Finn, and Poe’s first adventure puts you in the mood to take on the space fascism for yourself, then you’re in luck. Both Xbox Game Pass and PlayStation Plus have several excellent Star Wars games ready to play as part of the respective services.
Inverse
6 min read
All Major EV Battery Chemistries, Explained
Here’s all you need to know about the magic that happens inside your EV battery and how it impacts range, charging and performance.
InsideEVs
9 min read
This Will Be Hyundai's Biggest EV Yet
Hyundai is promising a big electric debut for Europe. Could it be a battery-powered version of the popular Staria van?
InsideEVs
4 min read
Using AI? Here's how NOT to use it
Machines were not built for labors of love.
Axios
4 min read
Why hackers love the holidays
The end-of-year holidays have long been a popular time for hackers trying to break into corporate networks.
Axios
3 min read
Steam Winter Sale 2025: 7 Of The Biggest Game Discounts Available Now
Steam is wrapping up 2025 with a massive sale on some of the best PC games around. Here are our picks on the best deals, from big names to under-the-radar indies.
Inverse
5 min read
'Red Dead Redemption' on Nintendo Switch 2 Proves Grand Theft Auto's Biggest Flaw Is A Choice
Revisiting 'Red Dead Redemption' has shown that Rockstar writing for the western open-world franchise has run laps around its sister franchise GTA for well over a decade.
Inverse
5 min read
Video Games Are Obsessed With Remakes. It Might Be The Only Way To Secure the Future.
Video game remakes are becoming increasingly common, but the developers behind the biggest ones hope that there are lessons and positive emotions in revisiting the past.
Inverse
7 min read
This video puts the Galaxy Z TriFold's durability to the test, and it doesn't end well
Samsung's first tri-folding phone proved extremely fragile under pressure, especially during the reverse bend.
Android Central
3 min read
First-of-its-kind ancient mosaic board game found at Mayan city in Guatemala
Patolli is one of oldest ludo-like strategy board games played in Americas
The Independent UK
3 min read
Nosy researcher’s quest to map the world’s ‘smellscapes’
We can share images and sounds, so why not smells? Dr Kate McLean-MacKenzie hopes her new atlas will make scents
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
From record warming to rusting rivers, 2025 Arctic Report Card shows a region transforming faster than expected
Overall, the Arctic is warming more than twice as fast as the Earth as a whole.
Space
10 min read
Google's proposed data center in orbit will face issues with space debris in an already crowded orbit
As a space scientist, I predict that the company will soon have to reckon with a growing problem: space debris.
Space
9 min read
Roman around the Christmas tree | Space photo of the day for Dec. 25, 2025
All the NASA engineers and scientists need is a star on top of the telescope in the cleanroom.
Space
3 min read
Concerns about ageing society ignore huge opportunities, says population expert
Sarah Harper says society must create new ways of living and working amid potential ‘silver economy’
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Astronauts beam home Christmas wishes from International Space Station: 'I think we may be orbiting a little higher than Santa' (video)
They won't be home for Christmas, but astronauts in space are finding their own way to make the season bright.
Space
5 min read
Christmas 2025 skywatching guide: What you can see in the night sky on Dec. 25
The night sky is the Christmas gift that just keeps giving.
Space
5 min read
What old, dying stars teach us about axions as a candidate for dark matter
The axion could be a contender to explain the mystery of dark matter.
Space
4 min read
60,000 feet above Earth, NASA is hunting for the minerals that power phones, EVs and clean energy
The microwave-sized sensor detects 'spectral fingerprints' of important minerals.
Space
3 min read
First of nine new river walks in England announced for north-west
Mersey Valley Way takes in Manchester and Stockport on its 13-mile route with other walks to be identified in 2026
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Staying at home could leave you exposed to indoor air pollution, study reveals
Secondhand tobacco smoke and routine tasks such as operating the stove shown to be biggest emitters of indoor pollution in UK homes
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Country diary: Little rituals to help sparrows and wrens
The Marches, Shropshire: Boxing Day has its own more violent customs between humans and animals. That’s not the world I choose to live in
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
‘All you need are your eyes’: a stretch of Victorian shore is a magnet for fossil fossickers
Experts and novices alike hunt for specimens that could change our understanding of evolution – and all only a short day trip from Melbourne
The Guardian - AU
8 min read
UK electric car charger rollout slows amid worries over EV switch
Smallest number of new chargers since 2022 as carmakers persuade government to weaken EV sales targets
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Plant ‘tredges’ to boost England’s tree cover, gardeners urged
Royal Horticultural Society’s call backs government aim to increase woodland cover from 10% to at least 16.5% by 2050
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Crayfish, weevils and fungi released in UK to tackle invasive species such as Japanese knotweed
Scientists working for government breed biological control agents in lab to take on species choking native wildlife
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Ministers raise inheritance tax threshold for farms after backlash
U-turn lifts limit from £1m to £2.5m after protests and warnings that family farms were at risk
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Something gnawed your oak tree? Sink hole in your road? How Zurich’s beaver hotline is reassuring residents
As the number of the semi-aquatic creatures soars so can tensions. But the Swiss have a tried and tested system to calm the neighbours and restore harmony
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
Country diary: Welcome to the woods where bomber aircraft once hid
Speke, Merseyside: Walking through Stockton’s Wood today, you’d never know it played such a vital role in the second world war
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
‘Emerge from misty woods above a sea of clouds’: readers’ favourite UK winter walks
Readers revel in winter light, wildlife spectacles and cosy pubs from Norfolk to Northumberland
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
The best reading retreats to book for 2026: from Portugal to Perthshire
Yachts in Ibiza, villas in the Loire Valley... it’s never been more luxurious to escape on a reading holiday
Evening Standard
6 min read
Amanyara and Amanera are the ultimate dynamic duo in Caribbean luxury
If you’re looking for a luxurious island escape, here two that will make you a willing cast away
Evening Standard
11 min read
‘It’s a social hub more than a pub’: Scottish community reopens its local inn just in time for Christmas
As pubs nationwide buckle under soaring costs, one Argyll village spent three years buying and restoring theirs – and has ambitious plans for the future
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
A tent, an electric stove and -40C temperatures: the chefs who cook ‘on ice’ in Antarctica
During the southernmost continent’s darkest, coldest days, scientists and researchers turn to food for comfort
The Guardian - AU
6 min read
How to spend 48 hours in Chelsea, New York: from park walks to the perfect martini
Cathy Hawker recommends taking a walk along the High Line to discover the star-studded history and contemporary culture of this Manhattan neighbourhood
Evening Standard
7 min read
‘An unsung alternative to the Cotswolds‘: exploring Leicestershire’s Welland valley
This hidden gem has country inns, canalside walks, a stunning viaduct, the historic town of Market Harborough – and not a tour bus in sight
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
Why Nashville Is The Ultimate Pilgrimage For Country Music Obsessed Aussies
Nashville is the ultimate pilgrimage for country music–obsessed Aussies, so we've lined up the best things to see and do.
Pedestrian.tv
5 min read
Forget Bali Or Euro Summer This Australian Road Trip Is the Ultimate Holiday
Forget Bali or Euro Summer because this road trip is the ultimate holiday to make your life feel like an actual movie.
Pedestrian.tv
8 min read
Glowmads to Chronocations: The most ridiculous travel trends predicted for 2026
Travel trend predictions have been rolling in, so the Travel Desk breaks down whether we think these crazes will really take off in 2026
The Independent UK
10 min read