Parents in Malaysia welcome under-16 social media ban
The ban is anticipated to come into effect on Jan 1.
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Trump set to host Kennedy Center Honors: What to know
President Trump will host the 48th annual Kennedy Center Honors on Sunday, becoming the first president to host the event. Since returning to office, the president has seized control of the performing arts center, named for former President Kennedy. In February, he
Kaitlan Collins responds to Trump calling her 'stupid and nasty'
CNN’s Kaitlan Collins brushed off President Trump’s pointed criticism on Saturday after he called her “stupid and nasty” for purportedly asking about his plans for the White House ballroom. Collins took a screenshot of Trump’s Truth Social message, which he posted Saturday
Five new Steam games you probably missed (December 8, 2025)
Sorting through every new game on Steam so you don't have to.
Little Free Library Divinations: Searching for the Meaning of Life in Discarded Books and Found Objects
The son of a Wisconsin schoolteacher, Todd Bol was well into his fifties when he dreamt up the first Little Free Library, not expecting that tens of thousands of these tiny shrines to the love of reading would sprout around the world to outlive him. I was visiting a friend on
Hong Kong man arrested after posting online about deadly fire
It is the first arrest that the national security police have confirmed in relation to the fire.
German foreign minister heads to Beijing as Berlin toughens China stance
BERLIN, Dec 8 - German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul heads to China on Monday for his first visit as Berlin toughens its stance on Beijing over trade disputes and geopolitical conflicts, in line with European partners.
Foxing Play Farewell Show In St. Louis
Farewell, at least for now, to Foxing. A couple of months ago — not that long after releasing their self titled fifth studio album — the emo-inclined indie rockers announced an indefinite hiatus , citing the fact that their "relationship with music, each other, and our sense of
A sound defense: Noisy pupae puff away potential predators
Insect pupae hiss like snakes for defense. A Kobe University team now reveals the mechanisms, opening the door to further studies involving predator reactions to defensive sounds.
Omar: There were 'always those alarms' about COVID-era Minnesota fraud scheme
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) said Sunday that there were long-standing “alarms” regarding the fraud schemes in her home state. “There was always those alarms, and we will continue to understand where things might have gone wrong as these investigations continue, and as these
Death of Venezuelan opposition figure in custody 'vile', US says
Alfredo Díaz, 56, died in prison cell on Saturday, human rights groups say, prompting opposition outcry.
Little sleep, no pay: India's poll workers flag harsh conditions amid uproar over deaths
The deaths of more than a dozen poll workers amid India's massive voter roll revision exercise have set off a controversy.
White House Insults Local Business, Destroys Decades-Long Tradition
The White House this weekend gloated about the Kennedy Center Honors medals—historically designed by a local business in Washington, D.C.—being redesigned by a multinational luxury brand. Since his inauguration, President Donald Trump has sought to use the power of the
Kurt Vile & Stephen Malkmus Cover Oblivians’ “Feel Real Good”
Stephen Malkmus and Kurt Vile both headlined Raised By Sound Fest in Memphis, Tennessee last night. The respective Pavement and Violators frontmen teamed up to pay homage to Memphis' own Oblivians, doing a cover of their 1996 hedonistic anthem "Feel Real Good." The post Kurt
50,000 new apprenticeships promised to tackle youth unemployment
Funding will be used to help employ young people in sectors including AI, hospitality and engineering.
Dimon on Trump Media debanking: 'People have to grow up here'
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon pushed back on allegations that Trump Media Group was “debanked” by Chase, saying his company abides by government subpoenas but does not target individuals or entities because of their political leanings. In an interview on Fox News’s “Sunday
New leases signed at NYC downtown and DUMBO, reflecting uptick
The year’s largest lease in DUMBO is a long-term renewal on 50,000 square feet by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) at Two Trees Management’s landmarked 45 Main St.
Former FDA commissioner: Trump claims about hepatitis B transmission 'simply not true'
Former Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said Sunday that President Trump’s assertions about hepatitis B transmission are "simply not true." Trump said earlier this week that the disease is "mostly" transmitted sexually or via dirty needles. "That's
The real reasons Cyclone Senyar turned deadlier in Indonesia than elsewhere
The archipelago recorded at least 940 deaths, while Thailand and Malaysia reported death tolls of around 276 and three respectively.
Oscar Predictions: Best Sound — Action Epics, Musical World-Building and Franchise Giants Define the Aural Race
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis.
Health care fight hits critical juncture
The fierce fight over health care costs hits a crucial juncture this week, with a series of major developments that could make or break the future of enhanced ObamaCare subsidies. For months, GOP leaders have been squeezed between centrist Republicans clamoring to extend the
Oscar Predictions: Best Production Design — The Ships of ‘Frankenstein,’ the 1930s of ‘Sinners’ and the Futuristic Past of ‘Fantastic Four’ Battle for Voters
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies, curated by Variety chief awards editor Clayton Davis.
Clyburn calls Omar 'incredible young lady who has withstood a lot' after Trump attacks
Rep. James Clyburn (D-S.C.) said Sunday that Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) is an “incredible young lady who has withstood a lot” after attacks on her and other Somali people by President Trump. “And so, when you looked at the Somalians out in Minnesota, Ilhan [Omar], she is one
Netflix Chief Ted Sarandos Scored White House Meeting With Trump Ahead of Warner Bros. Deal
Ted Sarandos scored a critical sit-down with President Donald Trump in the weeks leading up to Netflix’s successful $82.7 billion agreement to buy Warner Bros. and HBO Max, according to sources familiar with the confab. The meeting, which took place in the Oval Office and
The creator of popular animated short The Backwater Gospel is making an FPS inspired by 'Half-Life and the golden age of narrative first person shooters'
Danish Half-Life.
Trump Might Abandon Ukraine, Don Jr. Warns
Donald Trump Jr. weighed in on the Russia-Ukraine war this weekend with this ominous message: No one should bet on his father, the president of the United States, to stand by Ukraine. As Politico reported Sunday, the president’s eldest son made several comments at the Doha
Why One Fund Dumped Its Entire $15 Million Stake as This Defense Stock Posted $47 Billion in Backlog
