Bangladesh mourns ex-PM Khaleda Zia with state funeral
Zia, the first woman to serve as prime minister in the South Asian nation of 170 million people, died on Tuesday (Dec 30) aged 80.
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A scammer's guide: How cybercriminals plot to rob a target in a week
Dec 31 - A handbook found during a police raid on a compound used by a cyberfraud gang in the Philippines offers detailed instructions in Chinese for conducting scams and reveals a blueprint for grooming and deception.
Passengers stuck on Eurostar trains overnight as delays continue
One man stuck on a train to Paris says staff told him there was a "50% chance we go to Paris, 50% chance we go back to London".
Philippines challenges Chinese vessel off northern province amid Taiwan tensions
MANILA, Dec 31 - The Philippines Coast Guard said it deployed an aircraft on Tuesday to challenge a Chinese research ship that serves as a base for submersible vessels after it was spotted about 19 nautical miles off the coast of the northern Cagayan province.
Gold and silver see rollercoaster end to blockbuster year
The price of gold soared by more than 60% this year to hit a record high of more than $4,549.
Eric Adams says he plans to attend Mamdani inauguration
New York Mayor Eric Adams (D) said he would attend the inauguration of Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani (D) despite a disparaging campaign season. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is set to swear in Mamdani, while Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is also set to introduce the newly elected
Democrat wins Iowa state Senate race, blocking GOP from regaining supermajority
Democrat Renee Hardman won a special election for state Senate in Iowa on Tuesday, preventing Republicans from regaining a supermajority in the chamber, Decision Desk HQ projects. Hardman, the West Des Moines mayor pro tempore, defeated Republican Lucas Loftin to fill the seat
Even one drink a day may raise mouth cancer risk
New research suggests that even light alcohol use may carry serious risks. A large study in India found that drinking just one standard drink a day is linked to a roughly 50% higher risk of mouth cancer, with the greatest danger tied to locally brewed alcohol. When alcohol use
Bari Weiss Invites George Clooney to Visit Broadcast Center After He Tells Variety She Is ‘Dismantling’ CBS News
After George Clooney said he felt that newly-named editor-in-chief Bari Weiss was “dismantling CBS News as we speak,” Weiss has responded by inviting him to visit the CBS newsroom. “Bonjour, Mr. Clooney! Big fan of your work. It sounds like you’d like to learn more about ours.
What cannabis really does for chronic pain
Cannabis products with higher THC levels may slightly reduce chronic pain, particularly nerve pain, according to a review of multiple clinical trials. The improvement was small and short-lived, while side effects were more common. Products with little or no THC, including
North Korea may pursue active diplomacy after ruling party congress in 2026
North Korea is also expected to further bolster its defence capabilities in the upcoming years.
Trump’s CIA strike on Venezuela keeps options open, but carries risks
The CIA's recent drone strike on a Venezuelan port facility keeps President Trump’s options open in the country as he intensifies his pressure campaign, effectively expanding U.S. attacks onto land without committing the U.S. to an invasion of Venezuela. However, the commander
Satellite data and weather models improve short-term solar irradiance forecasts in China
The intermittent nature of solar energy poses challenges to grid stability, making accurate ultra-short-term solar irradiance forecasting crucial for balancing supply and demand. However, traditional numerical weather prediction models often struggle with cloud initialization,
What action has Trump administration taken in Minnesota since viral fraud video?
The Trump administration has ramped up scrutiny of Minnesota’s social services programs amid allegations of fraud. Independent journalist Nick Shirley released a video detailing his investigation into the issue on Friday, sparking a renewed interest into the allegations. The
Eco-friendly palladium recovery technology to safeguard resource security
Palladium is widely used in various industries and everyday products, including smartphones, semiconductor manufacturing processes, and hydrogen fuel cells. It is an essential metal that acts as an excellent catalyst even in minute quantities, reducing pollutants and enhancing
The Photos That Shaped Our Understanding of Earth’s Shape
Visual evidence of our planet’s curvature is relatively recent The post The Photos That Shaped Our Understanding of Earth’s Shape appeared first on Nautilus .
Meet RØZ, the Mexican Duo Taking EDM Sounds to the Next Level
Manolo Cabrera and Hugo Lara are selling out shows, making hits with Peso Pluma, and revolutionizing electronic music
Commuters take last ride on KTM Southern Express in Johor before service terminates on Jan 1
The service, which had been operating for nine years, will be terminated from Jan 1.
Meyer Gottlieb, Samuel Goldwyn Films Co-Founder and Producer of ‘Master and Commander,’ Dies at 86
Meyer Gottlieb, who headed Samuel Goldwyn Films and produced films including “Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World,” died Monday in Los Angeles. He was 86. Tom Rothman, Chairman and CEO of Sony Pictures Motion Picture Group, said in a statement, “Meyer was a
As gold hits records, Indians opt for bars and coins over jewellery
Consumers are also purchasing gold in the form of coins, bars, or gold ETFs.
UK calls for restraint over China's military drills around Taiwan
LONDON, Dec 30 - Britain said on Tuesday that China's military exercises around Taiwan increased the risk of escalation, and reiterated a call for restraint.
The viral moments that grabbed India's attention this year
From a superstar's Met Gala debut to a historic World Cup win, here's a look back at the year India had.
Female artists (and Oasis) drove UK music sales in 2025
Taylor Swift was the biggest-seller, with Olivia Dean and Sabrina Carpenter also topping the charts.
Spike Lee Shares Tribute to Isiah Whitlock Jr.: ‘My Dear Beloved Brother’
Spike Lee has paid tribute to his longtime collaborator Isiah Whitlock Jr., who died on Tuesday in New York at age 71. Lee shared a photo of himself with Whitlock on Instagram on Tuesday, writing, “Today I Learned Of The Passing Of My Dear Beloved Brother ISIAH WHITLOCK. GOD
California snowpack gets a boost from series of December downpours
Water stored as snow during the winter months feeds waterways in the summer and supplies cities and farms A series of December storms delivered a welcome boost to California ’s snowpack, scientists said on Tuesday in a closely watched assessment of the state’s water resources
Celebrities Who Have Died in 2025
The entertainment industry has numerous notable figures in 2025. Hollywood was in shock after the death of director and actor Rob Reiner and his wife, with figures across entertainment and politics paying their respects to the “Princess Bride” filmmaker. The film world was also
Who is Nick Shirley, YouTuber who made viral Minnesota fraud video?
YouTuber Nick Shirley became a viral sensation overnight after posting a 42-minute video documenting his hunt for fraudulent child care programs in Minnesota. Shirley’s video has been viewed more than 100 million times on the social platform X and shows him visiting day care
Russia throws wrench in peace negotiations in blaming Ukraine for attack
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Russia throws wrench in peace negotiations in blaming Ukraine for attack Russia declared it will take a tougher position in talks on ending its
Isiah Whitlock Jr., ‘The Wire’ and ‘Veep’ Actor, Dead at 71
The veteran actor was known for his vivid character work and signature catchphrase: “Sheee-it"
Trump renews Powell threats
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Trump threatens to fight Powell as end of term nears President Trump told reporters he was considering bringing a lawsuit against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome
Architecture isn't neutral. It's been shaping political power for millennia
Among his other ongoing projects, US President Donald Trump has spent much of his second term on a renovation. The Oval Office has been converted into a miniature palace festooned with gold bling, the rose garden has been paved over, a triumphal arch is planned and the new
Judge links push for Abrego Garcia prosecution to top DOJ officials
Top Department of Justice (DOJ) officials may have been involved in the government's push to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia, which only came after his wrongful deportation, a federal judge overseeing the Salvadoran migrant's criminal case revealed in an order unsealed Tuesday.
Disney to pay $10M to resolve alleged violations of child privacy laws, Justice Dept. says
A federal court order in the case involving Disney Worldwide Services Inc. and Disney Entertainment Operations LLC also bars Disney from operating on YouTube in a manner that violates the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act, the department said.
HHS freezes child care payments to Minnesota, requires photo evidence across country
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is pausing all child care payments to Minnesota, amid a sweeping federal probe into allegations of fraud within the state’s social services programs. Citing a video released Friday by independent journalist Nick Shirley
Meyer Gottlieb, Samuel Goldwyn Films Co-Founder and ‘Master and Commander’ Producer, Dies at 86
A Holocaust survivor, he also served as president of the indie company and guided the Ben Stiller-starring remake of ‘The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.’
Media Stocks 2025: Warner Bros. Discovery Shares Soared Over 170% Amid Netflix-Paramount Bidding War
This year, David Ellison managed to do for Warner Bros. Discovery what WBD CEO David Zaslav had struggled to do for more than three years: dramatically boost the market value of the company that combined Discovery and Warner Bros. Shares of Warner Bros. Discovery, formed in
3 stories our photographers witnessed in 2025
As 2025 comes to an end, three Post photographers reflect on their experiences covering the stories that defined their year.
Germany's Merz tells Europe to assert itself to safeguard peace, prosperity
BERLIN, Dec 31 - Europe must assert its interests more strongly to ensure peace and prosperity in 2026 amid challenges from Russian aggression, global protectionism and changing ties with the U.S., German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said in his annual address.
New ad attacks GOP over ACA enhanced subsidy lapse
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story New ad attacks GOP for ACA enhanced subsidy lapse Expect to see a lot more of these: a new digital ad from Democratic-aligned health advocacy group Protect Our Care is attacking frontline
The Emotional Cost of Parental Burnout
A burned-out parent is a less emotionally real parent The post The Emotional Cost of Parental Burnout appeared first on Nautilus .
Isiah Whitlock Jr., ‘The Wire’ and ‘Veep’ Actor, Dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr., an actor best known for playing the corrupt state senator Clay Davis on “The Wire,” died on Tuesday in New York, Variety has confirmed. He was 71. His manager, Brian Liebman, shared the news on Instagram, writing: “It is with tremendous sadness that I share
Dr. Oz calls flu vaccine 'controversial of late'
Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, on Tuesday called the seasonal flu vaccine "controversial of late" and advised various Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiatives as ways to "overcome" the virus. Appearing on Newsmax, Oz spoke on
AI fights to watch next year
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story AI fights to watch in 2026 Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an increasingly contentious policy issue over the past year, as lawmakers have grappled with the impact of the rapidly developing technology that has moved
ICE accuses Politico reporter of 'inciting violence against federal agents'
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) claimed Tuesday that Politico reporter Josh Gerstein was “inciting violence against federal agents.” Gerstein, a senior legal affairs reporter at the outlet, said Monday on the social platform X, “At some point, the amateur effort to
Luntz: Second shutdown over health care would be 'very painful' for Republicans
Pollster Frank Luntz said Tuesday that Republicans would face an uphill battle with voters if the government shuts down in January over health care policy. “The shutdown that we experienced, the longest ever in American history, started off hurting Democrats more than
The State Of The Nintendo Switch 2 In 2025
Bigger, better, boring The post The State Of The Nintendo Switch 2 In 2025 appeared first on Kotaku .
Flu activity is surging across US: Here's what to know
Flu activity is rising sharply across the country, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with some areas seeing record-high numbers of illnesses. The numbers come as experts brace for a particularly harsh season driven by a new,
‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Cast Named Robert Downey Jr.’s ‘Convoy’ of Set Trailers ‘Downey Land,’ Says Simu Liu: ‘Chefs Had Come and Laid Out This Full Buffet’
Simu Liu said in a new interview with Collider that Robert Downey Jr. had a “convoy of trailers” on the set of “Avengers: Doomsday,” which the film’s cast and crew hilariously named “Downey Land.” Liu returns to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Shang-Chi in the 2026 tentpole
Most Fed officials see more rate cuts ahead as long as inflation cools, minutes reveal
Policymakers slashed interest rates earlier this month to a target range of 3.5% to 3.75% with a 9-3 vote – the most dissents since 2019 as officials debate whether to prioritize inflation fears or concerns around the labor market.
How “Heated Rivalry” Sparked Thirst, Hope, and Memes
A Canadian TV show about gay hockey romance unexpectedly became a moment of tender (but sexy) relief in an increasingly unfair world.
