For You
Good News
Lead Stories
Business
Analysis
Our Picks
Climate
National
World
Politics
Comment
Entertainment
Lifestyle
Health
Sport
Technology
Science
Environment
Travel
For You
Good News
Lead Stories
Business
Analysis
Our Picks
Climate
National
World
Politics
Comment
Entertainment
Lifestyle
Health
Sport
Technology
Science
Environment
Travel
Performers Set To Cancel Appearance At Kennedy Center Over Trump's Renaming
Artists including folk musician Kristy Lee and others are cancelling or reconsidering performances at the John F. Kennedy Center after its board controversially added the name of President Donald Trump.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Schumer to ask Senate to back legal action over partial Epstein files release
Top Democrat to introduce resolution after Department of Justice misses deadline for all files linked to sex offender
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Steven Gerrard Gives ‘Brutal’ Verdict on Liverpool Job, Replacing Arne Slot
There’s been suggestions the title-winning Dutchman could be axed.
Sports Illustrated
4 min read
Waymo resumes self-driving car service after San Francisco power outage baffled vehicles
The robotaxis service was suspended for hours as vehicles struggled to read malfunctioning stoplights amid a city-wide power outage.
Euronews
3 min read
Trump officials halt offshore wind-farm projects over ‘national security risks’
Interior department move affects five projects under construction in latest blow to industry targeted by Trump
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Texas racist allegedly yells slurs, hides under the bed, after setting himself on fire during arson attack
Guy sounds like a winner.
We Got This Covered
3 min read
How Many English Teams Have Won the Champions League?
Since its inception in 1955, the Champions League (originally the European Cup) has been won by a total of 24 different clubs from across Europe.
Sports Illustrated
7 min read
A Tweet Blasting David Fincher's Recent Work Has Gone Viral, And As A Mindhunter Fan, I'm Outraged
Sorry, but I will not be accepting this narrative.
Cinemablend
4 min read
NATO Intelligence: Russia Suspected Of Using Orbital 'Debris Clouds' To Kill Elon Musk's Starlink
Based on the latest intelligence reports, Russia is developing a weapon that can damage satellites, such as Starlink constellation, by throwing clouds of small pellets into space.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
Man in California Says Insurance Refused Treatment but Will Pay for His Death, Exposing a Healthcare Crisis
A man in California claims his insurance denied treatment for his illness but will cover medication for assisted death, raising questions about healthcare coverage.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
A 71-year-old trainer says these five moves are all you need for full-body strength after 50
These powerhouse moves will help you stay strong, mobile, and injury-free
Fit & Well
3 min read
Men Over 40 Are Swearing By These Low-Impact Strength Routines
For men over 40, fitness isn’t just about lifting heavy weights until your muscles scream—it’s about keeping your joints happy, your body strong, and your confidence through the roof. The good news? You don’t have to live in the gym or risk tearing a tendon to see real results. Low-impact…
Clever Dude
7 min read
Surprising biomedical application found for ASML’s chipmaking EUV lithography machines — they can mass produce nanopores for molecular sensing
IMEC has successfully demonstrated the full wafer-scale fabrication of nanopores using ASML’s state-of-the-art extreme ultraviolet (EUV) machines.
Tom’s Hardware
3 min read
Scientists build 'most accurate' quantum computing chip ever thanks to new silicon-based computing architecture
Researchers say they have created the world's first scalable atomic quantum processor that achieves record-breaking 99.99% fidelity.
LiveScience
7 min read
Why is Venus so bright?
The "morning star" is bright because of several factors, including having an atmosphere filled with sulfuric acid.
LiveScience
5 min read
I’ve been doing this standing exercise for six months and it’s transformed my core strength
Swap sit-ups for this functional move
Fit & Well
3 min read
Boost strength, cardio and mobility in 10 minutes flat with this full-body kettlebell circuit
Target your hips, core, shoulders and posterior chain with this comprehensive workout
Fit & Well
5 min read
Boost cardio fitness with this beginner-friendly alternative to the trending 4x4 Norwegian interval workout
An expert running coach says this entry-level workout is a more manageable option but holds many of the same benefits
Fit & Well
3 min read
How Fernando Alonso is helping 'keep the circuit alive' at Circuit de Barcelona Catalunya
Fernando Alonso marked his time off by planting a holm oak at the Circuit de Barcelona Catalunya as part of the venue's wider tree-planting sustainability drive
Motorsport
2 min read
Kylie Minogue tops UK Christmas charts
Pop star Kylie Minogue has topped the UK's Christmas charts.
BANG Premier
2 min read
Schumer to ask Senate to back legal action over partial Epstein files release
Top Democrat to introduce resolution after Department of Justice misses deadline for all files linked to sex offender
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Waymo resumes self-driving car service after San Francisco power outage baffled vehicles
The robotaxis service was suspended for hours as vehicles struggled to read malfunctioning stoplights amid a city-wide power outage.
Euronews
3 min read
Texas racist allegedly yells slurs, hides under the bed, after setting himself on fire during arson attack
Guy sounds like a winner.
We Got This Covered
3 min read
What is the status of Islamic State, the group linked to the Bondi attacks?
Al-Qaida offshoot has lost 95% of the territory it gained in 2014 but remains a force to be reckoned with online
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Bondi Beach gunmen used ‘tennis ball bomb’ and recorded videos of their training for attack, police say
Police say gunmen ‘meticulously’ planned attack for several months and visited Bondi two days beforehand for reconnaissance
The Independent UK
4 min read
Academic ‘prepared to take legal action’ after gender lecture disrupted at Bristol University
Prof Alice Sullivan claims university failed to protect her right to freedom of expression after protest at event
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Ex-Funeral Director Accused of Decapitating Woman After Skull Found in Woods 23 Years Later
Benjamin Hanson was charged after a skull found by Boy Scouts was identified as a woman he had prepared for cremation in 2001.
International Business Times UK
8 min read
New details of Bondi attack released by police including use of 'tennis ball bomb'
Pipe bombs thrown at the crowd celebrating the Jewish festival Hanukkah but fortunately they did not detonate
Evening Standard
5 min read
DOJ official says 'victims rights groups' behind removal of Trump photo in Epstein files, yet doesn't believe victims were shown as image returns
“If we believed that photograph contained a survivor, we wouldn’t have put it up in the first place without redacting the faces,” Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said.
Fortune
6 min read
Russia ‘ready to legally confirm it has no intention of attacking EU or Nato’ – as it happened
Comments from deputy foreign minister Sergei Ryabkov carried by state news agency
The Guardian - UK
21 min read
8 Things That Contribute to Credit Card Debt — and How To Avoid Them
Learn some of the top credit card habits that lead to debt and simple strategies you can use to stay financially secure and avoid high‑interest pitfalls.
GOBankingRates
6 min read
Google and Apple warn H-1B workers against holiday international travel over risk of being stranded abroad
New requirement to check holders’ social media histories causing long processing delays, lawyers warn
The Independent UK
5 min read
Here's What to Expect From Netflix's Next Earnings Report
Netflix is scheduled to announce its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings next month, and analysts project a double-digit profit growth.
Barchart
3 min read
Ring em up! You won’t believe how many times debit cards are used for purchases
Shoppers turned to their debit cards for billions of transactions in 2023
The Independent UK
3 min read
United Airlines' Q4 2025 Earnings: What to Expect
United Airlines is expected to release its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings soon, and analysts project a single-digit profit drop.
Barchart
2 min read
Retail Fallout: Howard's Appliances 'Files' for Chapter 11 and Goes Dark
Howard's Appliances Inc has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after abruptly closing all Southern California stores, leaving customers, staff, and creditors facing heavy losses.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Instacart ends controversial program that showed different prices for different users
The program, which began in 2023, was initially intended to help grocers understand customer price sensitivity
The Independent UK
3 min read
Subprime Auto Lender CEO Charged for Double-Counting Collateral That Led to $1B Collapse
Charges reveal that Tricolor held $1.4 billion in real collateral but pledged $2.2 billion to creditors, leading to a $1 billion collapse amid allegations of fraud.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
What to Expect From Johnson & Johnson’s Next Quarterly Earnings Report
Investor interest is building ahead of Johnson & Johnson’s Q4 earnings, backed by positive analyst sentiment.
Barchart
3 min read
Inside Samsung Bribery Allegations As DRAM And NAND Prices Surge Worldwide
Samsung employees face bribery accusations linked to DRAM and NAND sales, deepening a global RAM price crisis that could push costs even higher for consumers and businesses.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Man in California Says Insurance Refused Treatment but Will Pay for His Death, Exposing a Healthcare Crisis
A man in California claims his insurance denied treatment for his illness but will cover medication for assisted death, raising questions about healthcare coverage.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Donald Trump Revelation: The 'Chilling' Phrase Used to Describe His Bond With Jeffrey Epstein
Legal experts slam the DOJ's 'blatantly political' redactions of Donald Trump from the Epstein files as Bill Clinton's records are made public.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
14 States Where Rent Is Under $1,300 — No. 1 Costs Just $1,035/Month
New data revealed states where average rent stays under $1,300 monthly, with Oklahoma leading at just $1,035. Discover where housing costs remain affordable.
GOBankingRates
12 min read
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping 'Will Capitalise' On Donald Trump's 'Cognitive Decline', Expert Warns
Experts warn that Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping may exploit Donald Trump's reported cognitive decline as health fears mount following recent public lapses.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
DOJ says it’s redacting Epstein files to protect victims. Victims say: protect us from what, exactly?
History repeats itself and nothing really changes.
We Got This Covered
4 min read
Neo-Nazi terror group steps up US operations as FBI pulls back
Online activity shows the Base, headed by alleged Russian asset Rinaldo Nazzaro, sees US and Ukraine as key centers
The Guardian - US
7 min read
'Appalling' TPUSA Turns Charlie Kirk's Place of Execution Into 'Selfie Booth'
Turning Point USA's installation of a replica tent where founder Charlie Kirk was fatally shot has ignited fierce criticism over taste and memorialisation at its AmericaFest conference.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
Influencers play detective — and unleash chaos
The speculation often is stoked by ideological accounts that seize on "clues" reinforcing their worldviews.
Axios
5 min read
Ghislaine Maxwell Being a 'War Criminal', Resurfaces After Epstein Files Release
Newly released court and investigative files in the Jeffrey Epstein case are intensifying scrutiny of Ghislaine Maxwell's actions, particularly, about her alleged 'war crime' in Colombia.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
‘It’s made things worse for everyone’: Philadelphia grapples with rise of new street drug
Medetomidine has extreme and fast-acting withdrawal symptoms – and the detox centers that help patients are struggling with how best to cope
The Guardian - US
9 min read
A Tweet Blasting David Fincher's Recent Work Has Gone Viral, And As A Mindhunter Fan, I'm Outraged
Sorry, but I will not be accepting this narrative.
Cinemablend
4 min read
Is Caitlyn Jenner Sick? Insider Reveals Star Is Ignoring Calls And Staying Cooped Up at Home
Caitlyn Jenner has sparked concern after reports claim she is ignoring calls and staying at home following the death of close friend Sophia Hutchins.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Andy Dick Claims 'Drinking' Led To Terrifying Street Collapse—Friends Fear Death
Andy Dick attributes his horrifying fall in the street to heavy drinking and friends fear that he would die.
International Business Times UK
6 min read
Simon Cowell Reveals He No Longer Speaks to Ryan Seacrest Amid Stardom Claims — Are They Feuding?
Ryan Seacrest's work‑obsessed lifestyle has reportedly cooled his friendship with Simon Cowell, who says they 'rarely talk,' fuelling rumours of a feud.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Is Steve Harrington Going to Die in the 'Stranger Things' Season 5 Finale? Fans Hope Not, but the Duffer Brothers May Have Other Plans
Fans are speculating about Steve Harrington's fate after the Duffer Brothers appeared to hint at his death during a recent Tonight Show appearance, sparking panic—and hope—across the fandom.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
‘I bought one last week’: Woman finds carton of Chobani on shelf at Target. Then she pops it open, and regrets it
Adding creamer to a cup of coffee can be a delicious pick-me-up to start the day. But this ordinary morning ritual can easily turn sour if there’s anything off-putting in the creamer bottle.
The Mary Sue
4 min read
Eminem turned down a feature on Nas' song Daughters in 2012
Eminem didn't want to do any more songs about daughters when he was approached by Nas to feature on his 2012 track Daughters.
BANG Premier
2 min read
Mom tries to get Black Barbie dolls for daughter at Walmart. Then she takes a closer look at each of the dolls: ‘Ain’t nobody well over here’
A mother went inside Walmart to get her daughter a Black Barbie doll. Then, she realized the store did not have any without disabilities.
The Mary Sue
4 min read
Cardi B Appears to Target Nicki Minaj as TPUSA Controversy Escalates
Cardi B appears to target Nicki Minaj as backlash grows over her association with Turning Point USA, fuelling fresh debate across social media.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Heartbreaking New Video Of Nickelodeon Star Reveals Struggle With Homelessness
“Hollywood has a major issue with how it chews up and spits out young actors.”
Bored Panda
6 min read
Chance of ‘odd wintry flurry’ of snow in UK for a white Christmas – Met Office
South coast most likely to see snowflakes, though a full festive blanketing has been unlikely for decades now
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Weather tracker: Further flood watches issued across California
Heavy rain and mountain snow forecast for northern and central parts, with river and flooding likely in Los Angeles
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
UK snow forecast: Met Office gives verdict on white Christmas
The Met Office is predicting a fall in temperatures from Wednesday
The Independent UK
4 min read
The climate insurance gap is widening, and it’s leaving marginalized Canadians behind
Every year, extreme weather events wreak havoc across Canada, disrupting the lives of tens of thousands. Financial losses from these events have surged, surpassing $7 billion in 2024, due in part to climate change, asset accumulation and more people living in high-risk areas.
The Conversation
6 min read
Trump's return brought stiff headwinds for clean energy. So why are advocates optimistic in 2026?
Dozens of energy developers, experts and politicians say there were some highs amid a lot of lows in a roller coaster year for clean energy as President Donald Trump worked to boost polluting fuels while stymying wind and solar
The Independent UK
9 min read
Chilly Christmas for most with ‘just a chance’ of snow in South, Met Office says
The UK could see its first white Christmas since 2023 with snowfall possible on the south cost of England, the Met Office has said.
Evening Standard
3 min read
‘The Poor Are in a Very Bad State’: Climate Change Accelerates California’s Cost-of-Living Crisis
In ways subtle and extreme, the warming climate is hitting those with the least the hardest.
Capital & Main
10 min read
How climate campaigns can cut through ad fatigue
Since November 2025, commuters at Southwark tube station in London have been passing walls lined with vintage-style posters parodying oil and gas advertising, instead of ads promoting flights or energy companies. One 1950s-style poster shows a woman holding a small yellow aeroplane as if it were a cigarette; another has…
The Conversation
6 min read
AI data centres could have a carbon footprint that matches small European country, new study finds
AI systems could produce 80 million tons of CO₂ in 2025 and as much water as the world’s bottled water industry. But it’s hard to measure as tech companies do not release all of the details.
Euronews
5 min read
Forecasters issue rare weather warning as strong gusts fuel wildfire threats in Colorado
The National Weather Service has issued a rare warning for part of the Colorado Front Range as hurricane-force winds and tinder dry conditions have boosted the threat of wildfire
The Independent UK
4 min read
How The Texas Tribune served Texans in 2025
Together we are building trust, fostering dialogue and empowering communities and individuals to take action.
The Texas Tribune
4 min read
Texas’ next top lawyer: What does the attorney general do and how has Paxton remade the office?
Texans will elect a new attorney general next year for the first time in over a decade. The office handles legal matters impacting everyday life and, currently, plays a leading role in the conservative movement.
The Texas Tribune
9 min read
As ICE ramps up deportations, Texas prosecutors say they’re losing key witnesses in criminal cases
District attorneys in Harris, El Paso and other counties say some cases, including murders, have been hobbled or lost because witnesses were detained, deported or too scared to come to court.
The Texas Tribune
7 min read
7 In 10 Cubans Are Missing At Least a Meal a Day As Its Economy Continues To Collapse
7 in 10 Cubans are missing at least a meal a day as the country's economy continues to collapse, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
Cuba Reportedly Doing All It Can To Prevent Venezuela's Maduro From Being Toppled By The U.S.
The Cuban regime is doing all it can to prevent Venezuela's authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro from being toppled by the U.S. as the Trump administration escalates pressure on Caracas, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
Trump’s special envoy appointment for Greenland reignites diplomatic feud
IN FULL
The Independent UK
2 min read
Ohio doctor arrested after ‘secretly giving abortion medication to girlfriend and causing a miscarriage’
Dr. Hassan Abbas, 32, allegedly told the woman that his father would never allow the pregnancy to continue
The Independent UK
4 min read
Russian general killed by bomb under his car in Moscow
A Russian general has been killed after a bomb detonated underneath his car in Moscow on Monday (22 December).
The Independent UK
1 min read
Copacabana singer Barry Manilow diagnosed with lung cancer
Copacabana singer to undergo surgery
The Independent UK
2 min read
Here's what stores are open, and which ones are closed, on Christmas
From department stores to grocers, many companies across the U.S. close early on Christmas Eve and shut their doors entirely on Christmas Day — while others opt to cut back hours
The Independent UK
3 min read
Files release illuminates Maxwell’s tactics to lure teens into Epstein’s orbit
Documents allege Epstein’s accomplice and ex-girlfriend ‘normalized’ his grooming and ‘directed’ girls on what to do
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Performers Set To Cancel Appearance At Kennedy Center Over Trump's Renaming
Artists including folk musician Kristy Lee and others are cancelling or reconsidering performances at the John F. Kennedy Center after its board controversially added the name of President Donald Trump.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Witkoff's Miami golf club becomes epicenter of global diplomacy
Delegations from at least nine countries have descended on south Florida.
Axios
4 min read
Jeffrey Epstein Exposed: The 'Most Important' Missing File That Could Take Down The DOJ
Jeffrey Epstein survivor Jess Michaels warns the DOJ that survivors are ready to prove negligence after a 'botched' release of redacted files.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
Raccoon falls from ceiling of an upscale Wisconsin restaurant and bites customer, authorities say
The raccoon was later euthanized
The Independent UK
2 min read
Rand Paul Slams Slams Trump Admin's Seizure Of Tankers Off Venezuela: 'A Provocation And a Prelude To War'
Republican Sen. Rand Paul slammed the seizure of tankers off Venezuela, saying he is against the moves and calling them a "provocation and a prelude to war."
International Business Times
3 min read
Neo-Nazi terror group steps up US operations as FBI pulls back
Online activity shows the Base, headed by alleged Russian asset Rinaldo Nazzaro, sees US and Ukraine as key centers
The Guardian - US
7 min read
Trump officials halt offshore wind-farm projects over ‘national security risks’
Interior department move affects five projects under construction in latest blow to industry targeted by Trump
The Guardian - US
4 min read
Revealed: how big businesses are rolling back public support for Pride
Guardian analysis of 20 major companies in UK and US shows mentions of Pride on social media have fallen substantially in past two years
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
Mystery of the ‘Vatican girl’ who vanished 42 years ago as new twist emerges in cold case
The disappearance of Emanuela Orlandi shot to international attention when it was linked to a host of conspiracy theories
The Independent UK
4 min read
Ilhan Omar Says She'd Be Happy To Sit Down With Trump Despite His Attacks Against Her: 'See How Non-Garbage And Amazing We Are'
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar said she'd be happy to talk with President Donald Trump despite his repeated criticism of her.
Latin Times
3 min read
Many Americans don't share Trump's rosy economic vision: poll
Trump gives his economy top marks. Polls show people are still hurting.
Axios
4 min read
Shein Can't Sell Sex Toys Unless It Checks IDs, French Court Says
Laws requiring porn platforms to age-check visitors are becoming "a Swiss army knife for the government."
Reason
9 min read
Trump Would Have To Choose Between Forcing Maduro Out Or Backing Down If Escalations In Venezuela Fail To Topple Him, Analysts Say
The Trump administration would be faced with a binary choice should it fail to force the Maduro regime from power in Venezuela with its current tactic, according to a new report.
Latin Times
3 min read
Welcome to the Edwin Meese III Institute for the Rule of Law
John Malcolm and senior scholars move from Heritage to America Advancing Freedom.
Reason
3 min read
Over Three In Four Cubans Want To Flee The Island As Its Economy Crumbles Down, Poll Shows
Over three in four Cubans intend to flee the country, according to a poll that illustrates the country's economic decay.
Latin Times
3 min read
Court Rejects $5M Lawsuit Over Teacher's Saying High School Student Benefited from "White Privilege"
From Curtis v. Hawaii Mission Academy, decided Friday by the Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals (Judges Keith Hiraoka, Sonja McCullen,… The post Court Rejects $5M Lawsuit Over Teacher's Saying High School Student Benefited from "White Privilege" appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
6 min read
US Lawmakers Threaten Legal Action Against Attorney General Pam Bondi Over Unreleased Epstein Files
Two US lawmakers have threatened rare contempt proceedings against Attorney General Pam Bondi, accusing the Justice Department of releasing heavily redacted and incomplete Jeffrey Epstein files despite a legal deadline.
International Business Times
2 min read
"The Work of Our Courts Is Public Business, but Not All of That Business Should Be Made Public"
From In re Marriage of Patel & Yendru, decided Friday by the Kansas Court of Appeals, in an opinion by… The post "The Work of Our Courts Is Public Business, but Not All of That Business Should Be Made Public" appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason
4 min read
China Condemns U.S. Seizures Of Tankers Near Venezuela: 'Serious Violation Of International Law'
The Chinese Foreign Ministry on Monday condemned the seizure of a tanker off the Venezuelan coast that was headed to the Asian country as Washington further escalates pressure on the Maduro regime.
Latin Times
3 min read
The hill I will die on: ‘Small plates’ are fiddly and cost a fortune – ban them
A saucer of pomegranate seeds and something sprinkled with petals? No thanks: just give me dinner, says actor, comedian and drag queen Jonny Woo
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Yet again, released Epstein files raise more questions than answers
The documents are disturbing. But they seem largely to reflect information that has already been made public
The Guardian - US
8 min read
Trump’s shuttering of the National Center for Atmospheric Research is Stalinist
This is the latest in the relentless purge of climate researchers who refuse to be co-opted by the fossil fuel industry
The Guardian - US
7 min read
The EU’s deeds as much as Putin’s words will ensure the war in Ukraine continues
A €90bn loan is a lifeline for Zelenskyy. But the bloodshed won’t end while the Russian president believes he can still win, says Rajan Menon, a professor emeritus of international relations
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Ukraine is showing fighting spirit, and its allies must respond
THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Vladimir Putin must be brought to the point where he no longer has an interest in prolonging the war
The Independent UK
4 min read
Reward countries that toe the line, punish those that don’t: that’s how Trump is exerting control in Latin America
His interference in the region has been aided by the collapse of the leftist forces that once pushed back against US imperialism, says Jordana Timerman, a journalist based in Buenos Aires
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
It was lethal to be in Gaza this year, and deadly for those who tried to tell the world
The Al Jazeera reporter Anas al-Sharif was the most prominent name among so many targeted for simply bearing witness to the truth, says journalist and media professor Jane Martinson
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Christmas is a season for forgiveness. But is saying ‘sorry’ enough?
In Germany, the neo-Nazi terrorist Beate Zschäpe has made a public display of her remorse – but remains silent on key aspects of her crimes, says Guardian Europe columnist Fatma Aydemir
The Guardian - UK
6 min read
The Trump administration is trying to legislate trans people out of existence
Robert F Kennedy Jr is pushing a plan to block medical treatments, the latest move against bodily autonomy
The Guardian - US
5 min read
How India’s Rs 34,000 crore CSR spending is distributed
Indian firms spend about Rs 34,000 crore on corporate social responsibility (CSR), but most of this flows into low-poverty areas, and larger firms are leaving funds unspent. Many large companies are using their own foundations to take up activities, which gives them better control.
Newslaundry
8 min read
New Details Reveal Rob Reiner’s Daughter Romy Was “Scared” Of Brother Nick Since She Was A Child
Romy Reiner “didn’t think it was a good idea” for her older brother, Nick, to be living with their parents.
Bored Panda
6 min read
25 Years Ago, A Schlocky Horror Movie Wasted A Brilliant Idea
There have been dozens of Dracula movies. Only one had System of a Down on the soundtrack.
Inverse
5 min read
“Greatest Freudian Slip Of All Time”: Erika Kirk’s Awkward Mistake At TPUSA Event Goes Viral
“This is the greatest Freudian slip of all time.”
Bored Panda
7 min read
33 Intriguing Historical Facts Many People Online Didn’t Know As Of Recently
Some facts slip through school textbooks and trivia nights entirely. Moments from history that feel obvious once you hear them – but somehow stayed hidden until now. People shared the historical details they only learned recently, from quietly shocking truths to small facts that completely reframe familiar events.
Bored Panda
12 min read
One Piece Episode 1154 Explained: Why Vegapunk Chose to Die to Reveal The 'World's Sin'
Dr. Vegapunk erases his own memories in One Piece Episode 1154 and reveals the tragic genius behind his plan to expose the World Government.
International Business Times UK
5 min read
The 50 best TV shows of 2025: No 2 – Dying for Sex
Michelle Williams put in a stunning performance in this tale of a dying woman’s quest to have an orgasm. It’s not just clever, tender and blackly comic – it’s a beautiful meditation on what it means to live (and die) well
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Barry Manilow reveals he has lung cancer and will undergo surgery
‘I'm going into surgery to have the spot removed,’ he wrote on Instagram
Evening Standard
2 min read
Cher Heartbreak: Pop Legend Allegedly Faces 'Breaking Point' While Juggling £14m Netflix Deal And Memoir
Sources say Cher is nearing breaking point as she races to finish a memoir while overseeing a lucrative Netflix docuseries about her life.
International Business Times UK
4 min read
The 10 best experimental albums of 2025
Raisa K’s solo album is primitive and intimate, Saeko Killy adds a euphoric touch to her dimly lit sound and Bitchin Bajas get blissed out
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Netflix Just Quietly Released The Twistiest Sci-Fi Thriller Of The Year
'The Great Flood' appears to be yet another climate allegory survival thriller, but it's so much more.
Inverse
3 min read
Old Money Aesthetic vs New Luxury Fashion: Key Differences Shaping Classic Style Trends
Explore the difference between old money aesthetic and new luxury fashion, and how classic style trends shape modern luxury and fashion identity.
Fashion Times
8 min read
Holiday Party Fashion Made Easy: Christmas Party Outfits for Day and Night Events
Simplify holiday dressing with Christmas party outfits that transition effortlessly. A guide to adaptable holiday party fashion and festive outfit ideas.
Fashion Times
8 min read
The best design and architecture of 2025 – from waddling teapots to a museum of razzle-dazzle
This year’s highlights include the remodelling of a Richard Seifert brutalist ‘corncob’ tower, a celebration of Japanese carpentry and a wearable hot-water bottle
The Guardian - UK
14 min read
120 Animal Memes That Bring Smiles And Laughter
The world can be stressful and overwhelming, but even with all its lows, it still gave us one comforting silver lining: animals. Free from worrying about jobs or bills, they’re able to stay playful, curious, and effortlessly funny, often making the day feel a little better just by being themselves.…
Bored Panda
5 min read
What happened next: the night Led By Donkeys projected Trump and Epstein on to Windsor Castle
The art activists made headlines during the US president’s state visit when they shocked the waiting media with a short documentary – and were quickly arrested
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
We Asked People Who Actually Fucked Their Hot Gym Trainers How It Even Happened
It's a pipe dream to sleep with your gym trainer, well, these people actually did and they've shared their stories of how this happened.
Pedestrian.tv
4 min read
The luxury hand cream causing chaos for an east London craft shop
Aesop on Broadway Market is putting ‘unnecessary stress’ on its next door neighbour
Evening Standard
3 min read
Crunchy, tangy and fun: nine summer salad recipes to make this Christmas
Skip the plastic holly and instead deck the table with red and green seasonal produce bursting with flavour
The Guardian - AU
6 min read
The best art and photography of 2025 – from eye-boggling Bridget Riley to the Face’s riotous fashion
Jenny Saville’s bruising paintings, Andy Goldsworthy’s immersive stones, Lee Miller’s surrealist shots and Diane Arbus’s unforgiving nudes – our critics highlight a spectacular year
The Guardian - UK
20 min read
The best outfits to wear on New Year’s Eve – whatever your plans
From pub chic to sofa-ready, we’ve got looks for every kind of NYE celebration, including the New Year’s Day walk
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Chaos could be coming for children's vaccines
Copying Denmark's schedule could effectively gut vaccine manufacturers' legal protections.
Axios
5 min read
Magnesium Benefits Explained: Better Sleep, More Energy, and Improved Mood
Magnesium benefits sleep, energy, and mood by supporting neural function, ATP production, and emotional balance, making it vital among essential energy minerals.
Medical Daily
8 min read
A barre instructor says training this one muscle group is just as important as the core for improving posture—this is the three-part sequence she recommends
Worried about your posture? Then don’t neglect strengthening your upper back
Fit & Well
3 min read
Are nicotine pouches dangerous? One in eight UK teens tries smokeless product
One in eight UK teenagers has tried nicotine pouches - but are they safe?
Evening Standard
4 min read
A 71-year-old trainer says these five moves are all you need for full-body strength after 50
These powerhouse moves will help you stay strong, mobile, and injury-free
Fit & Well
3 min read
Here's why you can't stop eating this winter
Why do our eating habits change in the winter — and how can we change what we eat to feel fuller and more energised?
Evening Standard
5 min read
What is the mystery 'untreatable' virus sweeping the globe?
Experts warn of a hardy, highly contagious virus with no specific treatment
Evening Standard
4 min read
I started my day doing this one stretch from bed for 30 days and it made a big difference to my hip mobility
It also helped with my lower-back pain
Fit & Well
4 min read
Millions of Brits skipping these basic winter hygiene tips - even as flu cases soar
A new study highlights widespread neglect of basic hygiene practices among Brits
Evening Standard
3 min read
Functional Fitness Benefits That Boost Energy: How Vitality Exercises and Strength Training Power Daily Life
Discover the key functional fitness benefits that boost everyday energy. Learn how vitality exercise and strength training enhance real-life strength, balance, and overall wellness.
Medical Daily
11 min read
Stefon Diggs Came Very Close to Saying Some Bold Things About Drake Maye, Patriots
Stefon Diggs and the Patriots are thinking big things because of Drake Maye.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Why Sebastian Vettel was already ‘on his way down’ at Ferrari in F1 2020
Sebastian Vettel reflects on the underwhelming end to his glittering F1 career
Motorsport
5 min read
Monthly Car Payments Hit a New High: $748
Car prices skyrocketed during the pandemic, and they really haven’t come down. Consumers are still paying outlandish sums of money on average for both new and used vehicles, and that's not likely to change anytime soon.  
Motor1
3 min read
"I was on my way down already" at Ferrari in F1 2020, Vettel admits
Sebastian Vettel reflects on the underwhelming end to his glittering F1 career
Autosport
5 min read
This Forgotten British Motorcycle Brand Is Back, and It’s Taking Big Risks
A revived Phelon and Moore is launching cruisers, adventure bikes, and scooters all at once, and that’s a big move for a brand many riders have never heard of.
RideApart
6 min read
Injury Could Sideline Barcelona Defender for Four Months—Report
The Dane is entering the final six months of his contract at Camp Nou.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
Ducati Just Took Its Winning Obsession to the Olympic Torch Relay
Ducati’s off-road stars carried the Olympic flame across Italy for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Games.
RideApart
3 min read
Dan Orlovsky Identifies NFL's Most Disappointing Team After Latest Letdown
It's a crowded field but one team has set themselves apart.
Sports Illustrated
3 min read
What If All Your Motorcycle Jumps Were Over Water? This Video Answers That Question
Big motocross jumps are already insane. But what if you tether a bunch together, and then jump gaps over open water? Easy, you get a Red Bull video.
RideApart
3 min read
The Keys to the Patriots’ Stunning Turnaround Were on Display in Baltimore
New England’s win answered some final questions. Plus, why Carolina deserves your respect and much more in Albert Breer’s Week 16 NFL takeaways.
Sports Illustrated
24 min read
Detroit's Automakers Have A Gas Problem
Why breaking up with gas—especially big trucks—is hard to do for the Big Three. Plus, Tesla’s Robotaxi program is growing fast.
InsideEVs
8 min read
The Ford F-150 Lightning Gets Recalled On Its Way Out The Door
The F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E and Maverick Hybrid may not go into park. The worst part: there's no fix yet.
InsideEVs
3 min read
'Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined' Producer Says 'A Remake Has Succeeded Once It Cements Itself As A New 'Original'
Inverse talks to the producer of Dragon Quest's wave of recent remakes, focusing in on what the role of a "remake" should be in the first place.
Inverse
10 min read
Volkswagen ID. Polo Prototype Drive: 'Volkswagen Is Back' With This Compact EV
Volkswagen’s important new electric city car takes a turn for the traditional and it’s all the better for it.
InsideEVs
4 min read
These Pre-2026 EVs Are Still Filling Dealer Lots, So Expect Big Price Cuts
The BMW i4, Genesis GV60, Volkswagen ID.4 and Porsche Macan are at the top of the list for leftover inventory.
InsideEVs
4 min read
25 Years Ago, Sega Dreamed Of Connecting The World With One Ambitious RPG
'Phantasy Star Online' proved that online RPGs were not only possible on consoles, but that they could offer an entirely new way to approach games.
Inverse
6 min read
Never Forget: When The Power Went Out, The Ford F-150 Lightning Saved The Day
The Lightning was far from perfect as an electric truck. But it proved its worth in emergencies on countless occasions.
InsideEVs
6 min read
Hackers are hijacking WhatsApp accounts through ‘snowballing’ scam
‘This isn’t just a WhatsApp issue,’ cyber security expert tells The Independent
The Independent UK
4 min read
LG and Samsung unveil 2026 TVs, a surprising first from a 100-year-old speaker brand, and a thrilling turntable head-to-head
We round up the biggest hi-fi and home cinema news from the past seven days
What Hi-Fi?
6 min read
RAM costs are rising and we’ll be the ones paying for it
Hey look, another thing AI is messing up for us.
Creative Bloq
3 min read
Why being a child prodigy could actually stop the chances of becoming an ‘Einstein’
A new study has found that those who excel at a young age may not become the high performers of the future
The Independent UK
4 min read
Patches of the moon to become spacecraft graveyards, say researchers
As number of lunar satellites soars, sites will be marked out where defunct hardware can be crash-landed
The Guardian - UK
5 min read
Can you solve it? Are you ready for twenty twenty-six…seven?
The year ahead in numbers
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
Starwatch: After the Geminids meteor shower, it is the turn of the Ursids
Patient watchers should wrap up warm to witness one of nature’s subtler events on night of 22 to 23 December
The Guardian - UK
2 min read
Wild mother polar bear adopts cub in rare video: ‘It gives you a lot of hope’
More than two-third of polar bears are predicted to be extinct by the year 2050
The Independent UK
4 min read
Planet-eating stars hint at Earth's ultimate fate
A sampling of aging Sun-like stars demonstrates that they likely eat their closest planets.
Space
6 min read
Starship success, a private moon landing and more: The top 10 spaceflight stories of 2025
Over the past 12 months, we saw multiple spaceflight records broken, the debut of a powerful new rocket and the first-ever fully successful private moon landing.
Space
11 min read
Ursid meteor shower 2025 peaks tonight: Here's what to expect from the yuletide light show
Ursid shooting stars may be visible throughout the night on Dec. 21-22.
Space
3 min read
Who are the Sea Devils? The classic 'Doctor Who' monsters in 'The War Between the Land and the Sea'
As the veteran 'Who' antagonists get ready for their close-up, we look back at 50 years of underwater history.
Space
7 min read
Winter solstice 2025 marks the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere today
Today marks the shortest day and longest night of the year as the sun reaches its lowest point in the Northern Hemisphere sky.
Space
2 min read
Organ-tuning books in English churches provide notes on a warming climate
Researchers have realised the records are a ‘goldmine’ to study changes in environmental conditions
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
‘Unashamedly capitalist’ rewilders claim ‘Moneyball’ approach could make millions – but experts sceptical
Rich Stockdale says model of ‘regenerative capitalism’ would maximise profits by planting trees, restoring peatlands, and installing windfarms across its estates
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
Weather tracker: Further flood watches issued across California
Heavy rain and mountain snow forecast for northern and central parts, with river and flooding likely in Los Angeles
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
2025 is ‘year of the octopus’ as record numbers spotted off England’s south coast
Milder weather led to a bloom in the invertebrates off the coast of Cornwall and south Devon, wildlife charity says
The Guardian - UK
4 min read
Country diary: A seal so close I can see its nostrils flaring
River Dart, Devon: It probably came here for the shoals of grey mullet, but just for a second, it’s more interested in me and my paddleboard
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
Tony Edwards obituary
Other lives: Environmental scientist involved in protecting and enhancing the natural world in harmony with industry, across Yorkshire and the Humber
The Guardian - UK
3 min read
The plants that thrive in salt: could halophytes help save coastal farming?
As rising seas salinise the soils of the Venice lagoon, scientists and chefs are turning to long-forgotten wild herbs
The Guardian - UK
7 min read
‘Miracle’ of Zealandia: chick is born to rare takahē pair thought to be infertile
Unexpected arrival is a boon for birdlife in New Zealand, where there are only 500 takahē left
The Guardian - AU
4 min read
Snails on a plane: Australia flies rescue mission to Norfolk Island for a tiny, critically endangered species
The Campbell’s keeled glass-snail is officially extinct, but researchers have ‘high hopes’ that translocation will allow the population to thrive
The Guardian - AU
6 min read
This year’s Christmas could be Britain’s greenest yet, energy operator says
System operator Neso predicts lowest carbon intensity ever on Christmas Day after new wind and solar power come online
The Guardian - UK
3 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
London named one of the least-connected cities for travellers
London is the third most visited city in the world, with an estimated 22.7 million international arrivals in the capital in 2025 alone. But according to new research, it’s also one of the least-connected cities for travelers.
Evening Standard
2 min read
Stargazing in the Lake District: a new forest observatory opens in Grizedale
There’s no shortage of stunning scenery and daytime activities in the Lakes. Now, an observatory is offering stellar nocturnal events too
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
Taormina: is this the chicest town in Sicily?
A hilltop playground for the effortlessly glamorous — where you’ll swim in a sunken cove, sip Etna-side cocktails, and eat the best granita of your life
Evening Standard
7 min read
Come on in, all ye faithful: 18 of the UK’s best mass swims for Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
Festive sea swims are pure joy – and also blow away the cobwebs, unite communities and raise money for charity. Here are some old (and new) favourites
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
City girl, canyon mood: Escape LA in Topanga with Alana Hadid
Canyon sunsets, misty hot tubs by a crackling fire, artisanal treasures… this Californian gem keeps pulling the film-maker and fashion designer back
Evening Standard
7 min read
Hotel de la Ville Rome: the most stylish address above the Spanish Steps
The Italian capital is in no short supply of hotels – but this spot offers something different, writes Will Rogers-Coltman
Evening Standard
5 min read
I took my kids to Lapland on the Santa Claus Express – but would the big man deliver?
If meeting Santa Claus is on your children’s wishlist, this trip on a festive sleeper train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi, with reindeer and huskies thrown in, is Christmas with jingle bells on
The Guardian - UK
8 min read
Why winter is the perfect time to visit the Norwegian city of Tromsø
From dancing Northern Lights and snowy adventures, there’s a reason why this spot is nicknamed the ‘Gateway to the Arctic’. Anna Ryan takes a trip to see for herself
Evening Standard
5 min read
‘You can’t beat a wintry walk on a crisp, bright day’: readers’ favourite UK winter activities
From rock pooling in Somerset to stargazing in Northumberland, our readers share their favourite seasonal outdoor activities
The Guardian - UK
6 min read