Japan tightens security for Feb 8 election in wake of ex-PM Abe shooting

As the campaign intensifies, posts hinting at harm towards candidates are spreading on social media.

Phone lines stay open as tax return deadline looms

More than one million people missed the deadline a year ago, according to HM Revenue and Customs.

Emails Reveal Jeffrey Epstein Was Banned From Xbox Live

Microsoft blocked Epstein's Xbox account after it discovered he was a registered sex offender The post Emails Reveal Jeffrey Epstein Was Banned From Xbox Live appeared first on Kotaku .

Project 2025 creators propose 'marriage boot camp,' mentors for couples

The group is also advocating for policies including those designed to encourage people to marry young and forgo education in favor of starting a family.

Malaysia appoints Malek Razak Sulaiman as 24th armed forces chief, effective Feb 1

Malek, who is currently the Army Western Field Commander Lieutenant-General, was appointed with the consent of the Malaysian king, Defence Minister Mohamed Khaled Nordin said.

Google's new AI 'world model' has seemingly spooked videogame investors, but it's hard to know what it will actually lead to

Can auto-generated "worlds" really be exciting?

India’s wealthy embrace a new luxury symbol: Water

Wealthy opt for premium water as wellness craze boosts industry.

‘Take Me Home’ Review: Sundance Award-Winner Paints an Intimate Portrait of a Family in Crisis

The family drama “Take Me Home” is a not an easy watch and (arguably harder than it needs to be). Yet, how could a film that takes such an intimate look at the fraying healthcare net through the story of a woman with a cognitive disability and her declining parents be

Dan Levy Shares Heartfelt Tribute to Catherine O’Hara: ‘It’s Hard to Imagine a World Without Her’

Levy and O'Hara starred together in the sitcom Schitt’s Creek . The actress died on Jan. 30 at age 71

Stay or go - what's next for coyote that swam to Alcatraz?

The canine is surviving on a diet of birds after swimming to the isolated prison island.

2026 Oscars to Feature Live Performances From Only Two Best Original Song Nominees

"Golden" from 'KPop Demon Hunters' and "I Lied to You" from 'Sinners' will be included in the awards ceremony, with the other nominees introduced via custom-produced segments and receiving support across social media.

Popular Thai reformists face being blocked from power once more

The party advocates extensive reforms of the economy and state.

‘Schitt’s Creek’ Cast Reacts to Catherine O’Hara’s Death: ‘It’s Hard to Imagine a World Without Her in It’

The cast of “Schitt’s Creek” are mourning the loss of Catherine O’Hara, who died Jan. 30 following a brief illness. She was 71. O’Hara portrayed exuberant matriach Moira Rose on the Canadian sitcom from 2015 to 2020, starring alongside Eugene Levy as Johnny Rose, Dan Levy as

Tunisia's famed blue-and-white village threatened after record rains

Perched on a hill overlooking Carthage, Tunisia's famed blue-and-white village of Sidi Bou Said now faces the threat of landslides, after record rainfall tore through parts of its slopes.

Sheriff: ICE must be 'transparent' with any Super Bowl operations

A California sheriff on Thursday called on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to be "transparent" with local authorities about any possible federal immigration operations around Levi's Stadium during Super Bowl LX. "So I urge our federal partners: if there is something

How to get every Pal in Terraria's Palword crossover

Foxparks was easier to catch in Palworld.

Thousands marched for democracy in Myanmar. Some died in prison

Jan 31 - Shwe Theingi was instantly drawn to Wutt Yee Aung when they met at the start of their second year at Myanmar's Dagon University in 2019.

Born of a factory mistake, this sad toy horse captures China’s mood

Many young Chinese workers have embraced it as a symbol of their exhaustion and disillusion.

Film Students Are Having Trouble Sitting Through Movies, Professors Say

Watching a film for class used to be a dream assignment.

Jordin Sparks Speaks Out After Viral Post Asking Halle Berry to Read Her Menopause Screenplay

"I wrote a screenplay about hormones and menopause and know you'd be the right person to talk to about it!" Sparks posted in a public message to the Oscar winner.

I watched Markiplier play Iron Lung for 45 minutes before watching Markiplier star in the Iron Lung movie for 2+ hours. Which was better?

I sealed myself in and plunged into Markiplier's world.

Don Lemon after release: 'I will not stop now, I will not stop ever'

Former CNN host Don Lemon, released a day after federal officers arrested him in Los Angeles, defended his career in journalism on Friday, saying he will never stop reporting. U.S. District Judge Patricia Donahue ordered Lemon to be released on no money bond, according to The

‘Send Help’: Breaking Down the Biggest Plot Twists and That Wild Ending

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains major spoilers for Sam Raimi’s “Send Help,” now playing in theaters. “Send Help,” Sam Raimi’s twisty thriller written by Damian Shannon and Mark Swift and in theaters Friday via 20th Century Studios, is filled with shocking moments. Too

How Dissociation Blunts Trauma

The most elusive mental health condition is more common than we thought The post How Dissociation Blunts Trauma appeared first on Nautilus .

One wrong move and it could all go wrong - the men clearing deadly undersea Russian mines

Clearing mines from the sea is a perilous operation and doing so in an active conflict is even more dangerous.

Takeaways from the millions of newly released Epstein files

Three million new documents include hundreds of mentions of Trump and emails between Epstein and a person called "The Duke".

Here’s what federal programs are headed for a (possibly brief) shutdown

Bruce Springsteen Joins Tom Morello at Anti-Ice Show in Minneapolis: ‘Sometimes You Have to Kick Them in the Teeth’

The singer performed at a benefit concert organized by the Rage Against the Machine guitarist

Tylenol’s reputation rebounds among Republicans

Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Tylenol’s reputation rebounds among Republicans Despite President Trump’s explicit opinion that "taking Tylenol is not good” last year, recent polling found that the brand’s reputation among

This army chief threatened to castrate opposition leader and claimed descent from Jesus

The president’s son, notorious for explosive remarks on X, has ambitions to succeed his father.

Thousands of players flood into Team Fortress 2 Classified, the free 'TF2 Classic' mod that just launched on Steam

If you can find a server with empty slots, you let me know.

Fears of Prabowo’s path for Indonesia loom after stock rout

Talk of nepotism and his social spending plans sparked concerns about Indonesia’s investability.

New type of Bordeaux wine to gain official status as result of climate pressure

Exclusive: Formal validation for claret reflects hotter conditions, falling consumption and shift towards chillable reds Bordeaux’s wine industry has historically adapted to consumer habits. In the 1970s the region leaned towards white, but by the 2000s was famed for powerful

An ingredient for this curry is missing - and in eight minutes, it's at the door

India's quick-commerce boom means groceries in minutes - but it can be dangerous for riders.

Catherine O’Hara’s Most Iconic Films and Shows — Where to Stream Them Online

Legendary actor Catherine O’Hara died at 71 on Friday, sending shockwaves through Hollywood and beyond. Known for her roles in iconic film classics like “Home Alone,” “Beetlejuice” and “Best in Show,” the beloved star was also a scene-stealer in a number of television shows,

Top Indonesian financial regulators quit after US$80 billion market meltdown

Financial Services Regulator chief, his deputy, head of capital markets and exchange chief all quit.

Senate passes massive government funding package, sending it to House

The Senate voted overwhelmingly Friday to pass a major funding package consisting of five regular appropriations bills and a two-week stopgap measure for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) but the legislation won’t become law before parts of the government shut down at

Senate passes $1.2T government funding deal — but a brief shutdown is certain

With the House not voting until Monday, the Pentagon and most domestic agencies are set to shutter briefly.

Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy Rodríguez announces proposed general amnesty for political prisoners

Delcy Rodríguez said on Friday she will push a “general amnesty law” covering political prisoners and instructed that the draft be sent to the Asamblea Nacional de Venezuela, where it is expected to be debated and approved next week. The announcement was delivered at an event

Ancient Jokes Etched in Clay

These millennia-old punchlines aren’t exactly gut-busters today The post Ancient Jokes Etched in Clay appeared first on Nautilus .

Lady Gaga: Heart aches for families 'mercilessly targeted by ICE'

Lady Gaga said Thursday her heart aches for families in the U.S. "mercilessly targeted" by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) amid President Trump's immigration crackdown and growing tensions with Minnesota local and state officials over immigration operations. "In a

Code Vein 2 interactive map

With this Code Vein 2 interactive map, you can find all the important items and materials you need to save the present and preserve the past.

Disney CEO Bob Iger plans to step down before contract expires at end of year: report

Disney CEO Bob Iger has reportedly told allies that he plans to step down from his post before his contract expires at the end of the year.

Don Lemon Speaks Out After Release From Jail: ‘I Will Not Be Silenced’

A judge on Friday ordered Don Lemon to be released on his own recognizance, after he was indicted on charges of interfering with a religious service during an ICE protest in Minnesota. Speaking outside the courthouse in downtown Los Angeles, Lemon said that he will not be

Scott Bessent eyes ‘top cop’ for Treasury to crack down on shady nonprofits

Bessent wants to appoint a new senior official at the Treasury Department to scrutinize the finances of charities that engage in excessive political activities, lobbying, or even fraud.

Reid Hoffman urges Silicon Valley to speak out against Trump

{beacon} Technology The Big Story Reid Hoffman urges Silicon Valley to speak out against Trump LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman argued Silicon Valley “can’t bend the knee” to President Trump after a second American was killed by federal agents amid an immigration crackdown

‘Sinners’ Cinematographer Autumn Durald Arkapaw on Filming Buddy Guy’s Cameo, Her Favorite Shot and Shares an Update on Reuniting With Ryan Coogler for ‘The X-Files’

Autumn Durald Arkapaw made history when she became the first woman of color to be nominated for a best cinematography Oscar for her work on Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners.” “You dream about those things. It’s a dream come true,” she tells Variety‘s Awards Circuit Podcast. Arkapaw also

Zootopia 2, Anaconda, Greenland 2, and everything new to stream this weekend

Jason Momoa and Dave Bautista team up on Prime Video, The Strangers return to Starz, and Santa slays on VOD

Health care costs top concern in new poll

Americans are more worried about affording health care than any other household necessity, according to a Kaiser Family Foundation poll published Thursday. The poll, conducted with 1,426 adults Jan. 13-20, found that two-thirds of respondents said they felt more anxious about