A Pardon and a Prosecution in New York Show Trump’s Personal Geopolitics
When President Juan Orlando Hernández of Honduras was extradited, the capital convulsed in celebration. President Trump pardoned him anyway.
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How Manhattan Federal Court Would Handle the Trial of a President
President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela and his wife, Cilia Flores, were flown to New York on Saturday to face an indictment charging them with cocaine trafficking and narco-terrorism crimes.
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How Manhattan Federal Court Would Handle the Trial of a President
President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela and his wife, Cilia Flores, were flown to New York on Saturday to face an indictment charging them with cocaine trafficking and narco-terrorism crimes.
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Olmo's classy strike as Barcelona win tense derby
Barcelona move seven points clear at the top of La Liga after Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski strike late against Espanyol in the Catalan derby.
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How UK plush toy Jellycat conquered China
The plushies bring "emotional value" to Chinese youth navigating economic uncertainty.
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Van Veen: I didn't give Luke a game! | 'We're always going to have battles'
Gian van Veen insists he, Luke Littler and darts' young stars are ready to take over the sport, despite falling short in his bid for a maiden World Darts Championship title.
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‘Act of war’: Expert rejects Trump rationale for Venezuela attack
Professor slams US attacks and removal of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from power as 'illegal use of force'.
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Amorim refuses to explain cryptic transfer comment
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim refuses to explain a cryptic comment about the club's transfer plans - hinting at friction behind the scenes.
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California residents can use new tool to demand brokers delete their personal data
A new tool should make it easier for California residents to limit data brokers’ ability to store and sell their personal information.
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How Democrats Are Hitting Trump Over Nicolás Maduro’s Ouster
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Democrat of New York, was one of several prominent Democrats who criticized President Trump’s order to strike Venezuela and capture its president, Nicolás M...
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Demolition job! Littler dominates Van Veen (and wasp!) to retain title
Highlights of the World Championship final between Luke Littler and Gian van Veen.
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Internet disruption, several arrests made as Iran protests continue
Cybersecurity company Cloudflare shows an average 35 percent lower traffic volume in Iran compared with previous days.
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Littler masterclass seals back-to-back world titles
Luke Littler produces a stunning display to thrash Gian van Veen 7-1 and win the PDC World Championship for the second year running.
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Weir marks last game with try as Glasgow beat Zebre
Glasgow Warriors move second in the United Rugby Championship with a bonus-point win over Zebre in Duncan Weir's final appearance.
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Littler thrashes Van Veen to retain World Darts Championship title
Luke Littler successfully defended his World Darts Championship title with a 7-1 thrashing of Gian van Veen in the final at Alexandra Palace.
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Arteta: Rice among the world's best, I don't see where he can stop
Mikel Arteta believes Declan Rice deserves his place among the world's best midfielders after his double helped Arsenal to a 3-2 win over Bournemouth - a match the midfielder nearly missed through...
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'Reel it in, pal!' | Littler wins third set with The Big Fish!
Luke Littler won the third set of the World Championship final with this 170 finish.
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Delcy Rodríguez, Venezuela’s new leader, boasts leftist credentials
The interim leader is known for hewing to left-wing ideals, facing sanctions by the U.S. and European Union and building bridges with Venezuela’s business community.
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Trump administration declines to back Venezuela’s opposition leader.
María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s leading opposition figure, at a rally during the country’s presidential election in 2024.
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Six points clear but still 'more to come' from Hearts
After Hearts battled past Livingston to move six points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership, manager Derek McInnes says there is 'more to come' as new players arrive.
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Trump Shares an Image of Maduro Blindfolded and Handcuffed
The Venezuelan president and his wife were flown out of Caracas by helicopter to the U.S.S. Iwo Jima, a warship taking them to New York.
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Trump Shares Photo of Captured Nicolás Maduro, Blindfolded and Handcuffed
The Venezuelan president and his wife were flown out of Caracas by helicopter to the U.S.S. Iwo Jima, a warship taking them to New York.
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Bitfinex hacker Ilya Lichtenstein credits Trump for early release from prison
Ilya Lichtenstein, who pled guilty to money laundering charges tied to his role in the massive hack of crypto exchange Bitfinex, has apparently been released early from prison.
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Eli Junior Kroupi gives Bournemouth hope with sensational strike!
Eli Junior Kroupi gives Bournemouth hope with a sensational strike against Arsenal in the Premier League.
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Iconic darts duo McDonald and Noble inducted into PDC Hall of Fame
Master of Ceremonies John McDonald and referee George Noble have been unveiled as the latest inductees into the PDC Hall of Fame ahead of both retiring follow the World Darts Championship.
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Disinformation Floods Social Media After Nicolás Maduro's Capture
From seemingly AI-generated videos to the recirculation of old footage, TikTok, Instagram, and X did little to stop the onslaught of misleading posts in the wake of the US invasion of Venezuela.
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World Leaders React With Shock and Skepticism After U.S. Captures Maduro
A burned vehicle at one of the sites in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, struck on Saturday in U.S. attacks.
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Asad Haider, Leftist Critic of Identity Politics, Dies at 38
In “Mistaken Identity: Race and Class in the Age of Trump,” he argued that focusing on identity obscured a more fundamental injustice: economic inequality.
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This ancient fossil could rewrite the story of human origins
Scientists may have cracked the case of whether a seven-million-year-old fossil could walk upright. A new study found strong anatomical evidence that Sahelanthropus tchadensis was bipedal, includin...
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The hidden timing system that shapes how you think
The brain constantly blends split-second reactions with slower, more thoughtful processing, and new research shows how it pulls this off. Scientists discovered that brain regions operate on differe...
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Reform UK says child rapists would face whole-life jail terms if elected
Zia Yusuf announces plans for mandatory sentences with no parole, as party targets grooming gangsChild rapists would be jailed for life if Reform UK wins the next election, its head of policy has s...
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Q&A: Ask John Part - Littler or Van Veen - who wins World Darts Championship?
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Brighton record overdue win as Burnley's barren run continues
Brighton ended their six-game run without a victory with a 2-0 win over Burnley whose 11-match winless spell is now the longest in the Premier League.
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An ‘Avoidable Tragedy’: The Hazards That Led to the Swiss Fire Disaster
The fire that killed at least 40 people in a Swiss bar on New Year’s Day was made more likely by apparent flaws in the site’s design and management, experts say.
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The US Invaded Venezuela and Captured Nicolás Maduro. ChatGPT Disagrees
Some AI chatbots have a surprisingly good handle on breaking news. Others decidedly don't.
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Indonesia hire former Canada coach Herdman to replace Kluivert
Former Canada coach John Herdman replaces Patrick Kluivert as Indonesia coach after failure to reach 2026 World Cup.
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Vance Justifies Capture as Bringing Maduro to Justice
Vice President JD Vance took to social media on Saturday to assert that the United States capture of President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela was legal.
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Arsenal reaping the rewards of Rice adding goals to his game
Declan Rice scored twice in Arsenal's win at Bournemouth on Saturday, and with goals added to his game, is he now the best midfielder in the world?
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Managers of Swiss Bar Are Suspected of Negligence in Deadly Fire, Police Say
A memorial outside Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on Friday, the day after 40 people died there in a fire.
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Trump Did Not Seek Congressional Authorization to Capture Maduro
Senator Andy Kim, Democrat of New Jersey, accused Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth of having “blatantly” lied to Congress about the administration’s goals in Venezu...
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Maduro's ouster on drug charges comes as Trump lets others free
The military removal of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on US drug charges comes after Trump has freed other figures connected to narcotics trafficking.
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BBC reaches agreement with Israeli family for filming in home after 7 October without consent
The family who survived the Hamas attack in 2023 call the incident an “intrusion”.
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Former Labour MP and defence minister Sir Patrick Duffy dies aged 105
Duffy, believed to be UK’s longest-living former MP, survived a plane crash in Scotland during second world warThe former Labour MP and defence minister Sir Patrick Duffy has died aged 105 after a...
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What to Know About the Protests in Iran
A photo released by Iranian state media shows closed shops after protests in Tehran on Tuesday.
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Trump's move to topple Maduro is fraught with risk - what happens next is unclear
Will the US push for elections or will it try to depose more members of the government, asks the BBC's Ione Wells.
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Golding on status of LSU assistants: Not up to me
Ole Miss coach Pete Golding on Saturday said it's up to LSU to determine how many of Lane Kiffin's assistants can continue to coach their former team as the Rebels prepare for Miami.
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Rangers run riot as Moore snatches their third!
Rangers put themselves 3-1 up against Celtic as Mikey Moore's strike find the back of the net.
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Joshua returns to UK after fatal car crash in Nigeria
Anthony Joshua has flown back to the UK after the car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his close friends and team members.
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Top Republicans praise Venezuela operation as some lawmakers question legal authority
Top Republicans in Congress praised President Trump for the operation in Venezuela amid calls for briefings in the days to come.
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Iran’s Khamenei says rioters ‘must be put in their place’ amid protests
Supreme leader says authorities should only 'talk to protesters', not rioters, as antigovernment demonstrations grow.
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Joshua flies back to UK after Nigeria car crash
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua flies back to the UK following a fatal car crash that killed two of his close friends in Nigeria.
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Footage shows Saudi-backed forces advancing in southern Yemen
Video shows Saudi-backed forces advancing towards the Yemeni city of Mukalla, seizing new areas in Hadramout.
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Stop Using Your Keyboard and Start Using Handy, a Free Speech-to-Text App
It’s called Handy, and it uses AI models to accurately convert your speaking voice into text—all for free.
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Craig the beer-ambassador elephant dies aged 54
The peace-loving pachyderm and lager promoter was an icon of successful conservation, say officials.
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'Putting on a SHOW!' | All NINE sixes from Warner's AUDACIOUS 130 in BBL!
David Warner smashed his first BBL century since 2011 for Sydney Thunder against Hobart Hurricanes, hitting nine sixes in a score of 130 not out.
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What are the charges against Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro?
The U.S. Justice Department has unsealed a new indictment alleging "drug trafficking and narco-terrorism conspiracies" against Maduro, his wife and other defendants.
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Blood Feud: Oura’s Health Panels Versus Whoop’s Advanced Labs
It’s easier than ever to order your own blood draws, but direct-access testing won’t replace a doctor.
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Severe weather in Gaza hits vulnerable and wounded most in Israel’s war
As harsh weather conditions hit the Strip once again, people wounded in the war suffer the most.
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Trump Celebrates Capture of Nicolas Maduro in New York Times Phone Interview
Trump called the strike against Venezuela “a brilliant operation.”
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Trump Celebrates Capture of Nicolas Maduro in New York Times Phone Interview
Trump called the strike against Venezuela “a brilliant operation.”
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13 Best Fitness and Workout Apps for 2026, Tested & Reviewed
These fitness apps will help you turn New Year's resolutions into real results.
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Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine on legal questions surrounding the Venezuela attack
Kaine is among the lawmakers who have been critical of the Trump administration's stance toward Venezuela.
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🏈 NFL playoff-clinch scenarios: What's at stake?
Two spots remain open in the playoffs, while both No. 1 seeds are up for grabs. Here's everything to know about clinching scenarios for Week 18.
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Deadly earthquake rattles southern and central Mexico
A 6.5-magnitude earthquake struck southern and central Mexico on Friday, killing and injuring several people.
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Reporter in Caracas describes hearing loud bangs and planes
Ana Vanessa Herrero is in Caracas and says she began hearing planes at 02:00 local time.
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Migrants are at the heart of our art, our music, our whole history. That’s what the right won’t admit to you | Rowan Williams
From Britain’s medieval buildings to western pop and contemporary art, these creations showcase our interwoven storiesWe are repeatedly sold a painfully two-dimensional picture of the motivations o...
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Trump strikes Venezuela “to force Maduro out”
The US strikes in Venezuela aim at removing president Nicolas Maduro, says analyst Elias Ferrer
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Venezuelan journalist describes moment of ‘targeted airstrikes’
A journalist in Venezuela described explosions during what she says were ‘targeted airstrikes’ on Caracas.
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World reacts to US bombing of Venezuela
Multiple US media outlets report the Donald Trump administration carried out early morning strikes in Venezuela.
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A New Year for Gaza: Will life return?
Al Jazeera’s Maram Humaid reflects on a year of famine in Gaza, marked by hunger, loss, and relentless suffering.
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Democratic Rep. Joaquin Castro on Venezuela strikes, Maduro's capture
Castro was among the lawmakers who in December introduced a War Powers Resolution to block President Trump from escalating operations in Venezuela. The House rejected the measure.
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Rep. Joaquin Castro on Venezuela strikes, Trump's claim Maduro 'captured'
The Democrat was among the lawmakers who in December introduced a War Powers Resolution to block President Trump from escalating operations in Venezuela. The House rejected the measure.
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Skier Rast dedicates 1st win to victims of bar fire
Swiss skier Camille Rast earned her first career win in a World Cup giant slalom Saturday and then dedicated her victory to the victims of the fire at a Crans-Montana bar.
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Dreaming of writing your novel this year? Rip up all the rules!
After 35 years of teaching fiction writing, the prize-winning author shares her wisdom. First tip? Don’t write what you know… I don’t think it’s a bad thing to want to write a first sentence so idi...
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When 16-year-old Littler met Van Veen in 2023 final
Watch back to the 2023 World Youth Championship, where a 16-year-old Luke Littler defeated Gian van Veen.
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'In 20 years I've seen leaps in human performance but frightening climate change'
Ski Sunday presenter Ed Leigh on the changes in women's sport, climate and technology during 20 years with the iconic BBC Sport programme.
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SEC: 11 tournament hopefuls, with one unexpected Final Four candidate
The SEC may not be able to replicate last season's success, but the March Madness potentials field remains strong.
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Iranians face mounting hardship as protests intensify
Protests have entered a second week across Iran, driven by anger over soaring prices, inflation, and a plunging currency
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New year brings new cuts to federal food aid in more than a dozen states
Backed by the Trump administration, more than a dozen states are moving to ban candy and snack foods from SNAP food assistance programs in 2026.
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‘Just an unbelievable amount of pollution’: how big a threat is AI to the climate?
Defenders say AI can do good to fight the climate crisis. But spiralling energy and water costs leave experts worriedDuring a golden sunset in Memphis in May, Sharon Wilson pointed a thermal imagin...
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Sudan sources say South Sudanese among captured RSF members as war rages
More than 10 South Sudanese have been captured in the North Kordofan State in central Sudan, sources say.
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'I needed them and they were there' - when young players find new homes
BBC Sport explores how young footballers build bonds with second families when they leave home to sign for a new club on their path to the top.
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If this is it for Lavonte David, his last game can be a historic one
The linebacker could eclipse Derrick Brooks' all-time franchise tackle record Saturday vs. the Panthers.
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Battle for the NFC's No. 1 seed: Biggest questions for Seahawks-49ers
Both teams are treating Saturday as a playoff game with the No. 1 seed's playoff bye week on the line.
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Littler 'getting better' as he aims to join greats
Luke Littler has the chance to cement his place among darts' greats when he faces Dutchman Gian van Veen in Saturday's PDC World Championship final.
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Darts' new rivalry? Why Littler vs Veen final tonight is unmissable
Just over two years ago, Luke Littler and Gian van Veen went head-to-head in the World Youth Championship final in a match that perhaps marked the start of a long, thrilling rivalry.
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Paul drops out of WBA cruiserweight rankings
Jake Paul has slipped out of the WBA cruiserweight rankings after the YouTuber-turned-boxer was soundly beaten by former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua last month.
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The Guide #224: Bondage Bronte, to more comeback tours – what will be 2026’s big cultural hitters ?
This first newsletter of the new year looks at some of the big questions we hope will be answered in the next 12 months, across film, TV, music and games• Don’t get The Guide delivered to your inbo...
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At Zohran Mamdani’s block party, I observed a simple truth: people want more politics, not less | Samuel Earle
Years of scandal and disappointment have left a void in our politics. But New York’s new mayor offers an alternative to more apathy: hope On 1 January, to mark his inauguration as mayor of New York...
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I May Destroy You helped me confront being spiked
I had previously found Michaela Coel’s 2020 drama relatable and familiar, but decided to rewatch it after going through a similar experience – and it spurred me into actionContent warning: this art...
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Bowie: The Final Act – 10 years after his death, the rock god gets a rapturous resurrection
Packed with incredible scenes, this heartbreaking anniversary documentary can’t help but offer up a huge serving of nostalgic bliss There’s a theory that the world spun off its axis with the passin...
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'No coasting' from England in 'huge' final Ashes Test in Sydney
England captain Ben Stokes vowed there will be let up from his team in a "huge" final Ashes Test in Sydney as they aim to leave Australia with a narrow 3-2 defeat.
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TV tonight: Dennis Kelly’s brilliant new prison drama
A philosopher teaches inmates in Waiting for the Out. Plus, a moving film marking 10 years since David Bowie’s death. Here’s what to watch this evening9.30pm, BBC One Continue reading...
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The Traitors to Dry Cleaning: the week in rave reviews
Claudia Winkleman returns with the regular version of the hit gameshow, while the left-field indie quartet spread their wings. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, taken from the Guardian’s best-...
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‘We will grind you down’: how rogue peers became Labour’s toughest opponents
As Labour seeks abolition of hereditary peers, Tory-dominated House of Lords has inflicted near-record number of defeats on No 10‘We will grind you down’: how Labour reforms have changed the unwrit...
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Fossilized bones are revealing secrets from a lost world
Researchers have uncovered thousands of preserved metabolic molecules inside fossilized bones millions of years old, offering a surprising new window into prehistoric life. The findings reveal anim...
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Trump threat to intervene over protests 'reckless', says Iran foreign minister
Trump warned Iran's authorities against killing peaceful protesters, saying Washington "will come to their rescue".
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Missile attack on Kharkiv kills two, including child, say Ukraine authorities
Russian officials say reports of the missile strike are untrue, suggesting the explosion was caused by Ukrainian ammunition.
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Thousands of new magistrates wanted to help clear backlog
Justice Secretary David Lammy says magistrates serve "a vital role" and "we need more people of every age and background to volunteer".
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How the bubble bursts
AI-fuelled market euphoria is a new telling of an old story that will not play out differently this time, writes John Plender — but it may have some way still to go
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Gold tipped to extend record-breaking rally in 2026
Analysts predict further gains for bullion after 64% rally last year
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The messy art of escapism
Britain’s relationship with alcohol is complicated. It was too simple to heap blame on the young and calculatedly reckless
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Electric vehicle sales set for slowest growth since pandemic
Contraction in US and cooling Chinese demand are expected hurdles for market
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What will Trump do next? 13 questions for politics in 2026
The new year is shaping up to be a consequential one, from control of power in Washington to the agenda President Trump pursues.
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US Coast Guard suspends search for survivors of Pacific boat strike
Search in undisclosed location followed the latest US military strike on alleged drug smuggling boats.
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Diane Crump, First Woman to Ride in Kentucky Derby, Dies at 77
Ms. Crump with her horse Fathom, whom she rode in the Kentucky Derby in 1970.
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Scientists tested intermittent fasting without eating less and found no metabolic benefit
Time-restricted eating has been widely promoted as a simple way to boost metabolic health, but new research paints a more complicated picture. When calorie intake stayed the same, an eight-hour eat...
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Iran urges UN to respond to Trump’s ‘reckless’ threats over protests
Letter to UN chief, UNSC comes after Trump says US will intervene if Tehran violently suppresses protests.
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Four challenges facing New York City Mayor Mamdani
Can the Democratic socialist deliver on the big cost-of-living promises that propelled him to victory?
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Two people killed in magnitude 6.5 earthquake in Mexico
The powerful earthquake shook southern and central Mexico on Friday, also leaving several people injured.
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From dartitis to world final - Van Veen 'pinching himself' at Littler showdown
Gian van Veen admitted he is "pinching himself" at the prospect of facing Luke Littler in the World Darts Championship final, just years after dartitis left him questioning his future in the sport.
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The year angry men dominated Bollywood - and what it means for India
Violent, male-driven films dominated the Indian box-office and cultural conversations in 2025.