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Netflix's massive $72-$83 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, including HBO and DC, sparks controversy. MAGA activist Laura Loomer warns of an "Obama News Network," citing the Obamas' Netflix deal and Netflix executives' political donations. While Netflix aims to boost content, critics fear political influence and media consolidation...
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Advocates demand public health officials 'listen to autistic voices' after health secretary's debunked vaccine claimsWhen the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) altered its website last month to reflect US health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr's belief of a causal link between vaccines and autism – a claim that has been debunked by...
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Move from RFK Jr's advisers mirrors Trump team's regressive approach to longstanding vaccine guidanceThe US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)'s vaccine advisers voted on Friday morning to limit hepatitis vaccines in a major move signaling the Trump administration's regressive approach to vaccines that have been given safely and...
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Nathaniel Spencer, from Birmingham, is accused of 45 offences, including some against children under 13A former doctor has been charged with carrying out sexual assaults against 38 people who were patients in his care.Nathaniel Spencer, from Birmingham, is accused of dozens of acts of sexual assault, some of them against children younger than 13,...
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Celebrity chef will start with branch in London's Leicester Square, backed by Prezzo owner Brava Hospitality GroupBusiness live – latest updatesJamie Oliver is to revive his Jamie's Italian restaurant chain in the UK, more than six years after the celebrity chef's brand collapsed.Jamie's Italian is poised to be relaunched in the spring, starting...
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Brian Cole Jr faces two charges related to the 5 January 2021 plot and could serve up to 20 years in prison if convictedThe man suspected of planting pipe bombs in Washington DC the night before the 6 January 2021 deadly attack on the US Capitol by supporters of Donald Trump trying to overturn his election defeat is due to make his first appearance...
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The largest House Democrat ideological caucus has called for the defense secretary to 'resign immediately before his actions cost American lives'Pentagon announces it has killed four men in another boat strike in PacificLauren Gambino and Melody SchreiberAfter a delay and an unusually contentious meeting, a federal vaccine advisory panel is...
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Exclusive: Plans to offset increase in minimum 'fair pay' set by Living Wage Foundation will affect 5,400 employeesBP is ditching paid rest breaks and most bank holiday bonuses for 5,400 workers in its petrol forecourts as it attempts to offset a planned rise in the independent living wage.The company has told workers in its 310 company-run...
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This blog is now closed, you can read more of our UK political coverage hereReaders may be aware, going into the weekend, that Edinburgh airport had to temporarily suspend flights this morning due to technical issues.The delays lasted about an hour. A report here: Continue reading...
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Narendra Modi says energy security is 'pillar of the India-Russia partnership' as two leaders meet in DelhiVladimir Putin has told the Indian prime minister, Narendra Modi, that Russia is ready to continue "uninterrupted” shipments of oil to India, signalling a defiant stance to the US as the two leaders met in Delhi and affirmed that their ties...
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Decision by four countries to pull out over Israel's inclusion is significant for the contest but crisis may not be existentialThe decision by four European broadcasters to boycott next year's Eurovision over Israel's inclusion is undoubtedly a watershed moment in the 70-year history of the song contest.One of the few genuinely popular, non-elitist...
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Footage seen by US senators shows two unarmed, shirtless men struggling to stay afloat before they were killed, sources sayExperts say Trump's 'drug boat' war is legally shakyTwo men who survived a US airstrike on a suspected drug smuggling boat in the Caribbean clung to the wreckage for an hour before they were killed in a second attack, according...
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Strike comes amid congressional turmoil over legality of US attacks on suspected drug smugglersThe Pentagon announced on Thursday that the US military had conducted another deadly strike on a boat suspected of carrying illegal narcotics, killing four men in the eastern Pacific, as questions mount over the legality of the attacks.Video of the new...
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Though Prime Minister Mark Carney's upcoming trip to the U.S. is all about FIFA soccer, it's hard to overlook the political tensions ahead of the upcoming review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement. If there's an opportunity to nudge Canada-U.S. relations in a more positive direction, insiders suggest Carney should take it.
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Tech YouTuber Linus Sebastian revealed Linus Media Group's impressive financial performance, detailing over $26 million earned through YouTube AdSense and significant revenue from products, sponsorships, and memberships. Sebastian highlighted the importance of predictable income streams like FloatPlane, crediting supporters for the company's...
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Pakistan has officially appointed Field Marshal Asim Munir as the country's first Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), a significant military restructuring. This new role consolidates operational and strategic authority under a single command, aiming for faster decision-making. Munir will concurrently serve as Chief of Army Staff for a five-year term.
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Dubai Police has unveiled a rare, customized Ferrari Purosangue Mansory. This powerful vehicle joins their luxury patrol fleet, enhancing visibility in tourist spots like Burj Khalifa. The addition marks 12 years of using supercars for security and community engagement. The fleet aims to boost safety and showcase Dubai's innovation.
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With Dog Man making his London theatre debut next summer, theatre makers explain how to make a successful jump from page to stageFrom Paddington and the BFG to The Gruffalo's Child, My Neighbour Totoro to The Tiger Who Came to Tea, there is no shortage of stage adaptations of children's classics filling theatres at the moment.This week it was...
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Streaming service to gain control of studio behind Harry Potter and Batman, as well as HBO, home to The White Lotus and Game of Thrones Business live – latest updatesNetflix has agreed to buy Warner Bros Discovery in an $82.7bn (£62bn) deal that will dramatically reshape the established Hollywood film and TV industry.The streaming company will...
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Reform UK leader's responses to allegations of racist and antisemitic behaviour at Dulwich college have varied over timeNigel Farage's response to allegations of teenage racism during his time at Dulwich college have ranged from vehement at times and rather more nuanced at others.Here is what he has said: Continue reading...
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Ministers want to secure deal by end of 2026 as part of a broader reset of Britain's relationship with Europe UK politics live – latest updatesTens of thousands of young British and European citizens would be given the right to live and work in each other's countries under plans for a scheme that ministers are aiming to finalise within the next...
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All 18-year-old men to be screened for suitability for armed forces, but proposal falls short of conscriptionThe German parliament has rubberstamped a new model for military service that aims to boost its armed forces as thousands of school pupils demonstrated across the country against the plans.The change will include the obligatory screening of...
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This blog is now closed, you can read more on this story hereRussia and India will reshape their defence ties to take account of New Delhi's push for self-reliance, the two countries said in a joint statement after a summit between president Putin and Indian prime minister Narendra Modi."In response to India's aspirations for self-reliance, the...
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What impact will EU's treaties have on immigration to Switzerland, and how the Swiss government integrates foreign nationals better than most nations — these are among the news that The Local reported this week. You can catch up on everything in this weekly roundup.
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Spotify's 2025 Wrapped dropped on 3 December with a chaotic new obsession: Listening Age, a playful metric guessing which era your taste belongs to. Users immediately turned it into a cultural referendum, older ages framed as superior taste, younger ages roasted as shallow, while Spotify reminded everyone the feature is just a bit of fun. Cue the...
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US visa rules: The Donald Trump administration has ordered immediate immigration freeze on 19 countries. This means no visa or immigration requests from these countries would be entertained now. Social media vetting for H-1B and H-4 applicants begin from December 15. Trump admin has also reduced work permit for certain migrants so that they are...
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Popular streamer Andrea Botez shared a health update. She has lost hearing in her left ear. Doctors are treating her, but full recovery is uncertain. Botez urges fans to protect their hearing. She detailed her experience seeking urgent medical help after noticing the sudden hearing loss. The content creator remains optimistic about her recovery.
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Popular streamer Pokimane has sparked online discussion with her personal confession about celibacy. The 29-year-old shared that pacing intimacy offers benefits like avoiding attachment to incompatible people and preserving energy for personal goals. She also highlighted emotional safety and reduced stress as advantages. This follows her recent...
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Ads to be removed from Adelaide Metro buses after advertising regulator rules they breach its environmental claims codeSign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton's free Clear Air newsletter hereSouth Australia's transport department misled the public by running ads on buses claiming "natural gas” was "clean and green”, the...
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The changed outlook is a result of unwelcome inflation data, but could slow down the hot property marketGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastFinancial markets are now pricing in a 100% chance the Reserve Bank will hike rates in 2026, in what would be a blow to mortgage holders but may take some steam out of an overheating...
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Social media is driving a boom in the use of peptides to improve appearance and physical performance. Many are experimental and come with risk of serious side effectsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOn TikTok, a 21-year-old fitness influencer is spruiking a drug that hasn't even finished clinical trials."This stuff is...
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The writer of the Tony award-nominated Slave Play remains in custody after authorities say they found MDMA in his bagAmerican actor and playwright Jeremy O Harris, known for the Tony-nominated Slave Play, was arrested last month at an airport in Japan on suspicion of attempting to smuggle illegal drugs into the country, local authorities said late...
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French president's remarks come a day after a report claimed he had warned Washington could betray KyivEmmanuel Macron has said there is "no mistrust” between Europe and the US, a day after a report claimed the French president had warned privately there was a risk Washington could betray Ukraine."Unity between Americans and Europeans on the...
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A JetBlue flight from Cancun to Newark experienced a sudden, severe altitude drop, injuring 15 passengers on October 30. While initially attributed to solar radiation, a space expert now suggests a cosmic ray from a distant supernova may have disrupted the plane's electronics. Solar radiation levels on October 30 were not high enough to cause the...
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UAE Lottery's Lucky Day draw now happens weekly on Saturdays at 8:30 PM. The grand prize is Dh30 million, with a Dh5 million second prize. Both top prizes will be split equally among multiple winners. Lower-tier prizes and a Dh100,000 raffle remain. This revamp offers more frequent winning chances.
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UAE authorities have levied massive fines exceeding 34 million Dirhams on over 1,300 companies. These firms were caught creating fake jobs and manipulating the Emiratisation drive. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation is treating these as criminal fraud cases. Over 2.3 million Dirhams in benefits were also recovered. The crackdown aims...
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Catch Mercury in the early morning sky this December! This 'inferior planet' will be exceptionally visible due to its position relative to the Sun and Earth. Look east-southeast around 5:30 AM for a chance to spot this bright, yellowish-orange celestial body. Don't miss this prime viewing opportunity before it fades back towards the Sun.
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ESA's Juice spacecraft has captured striking new images of Comet 3I/ATLAS, revealing its active coma and distinct plasma and dust tails. While originally designed for Jupiter, Juice's navigation camera provided an early glimpse of the comet's activity. Full scientific data, gathered by five specialized instruments, is expected in February 2026,...
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Minnesota governor Tim Walz condemned President Trump's remarks calling the state's Somali community "garbage" and Minnesota a "hellhole." Trump's comments followed claims of fraud reaching al-Shabab and preceded the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Somalis. Republican leaders in Minnesota declined to join Walz in condemning the...
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Sandeep Singh Sidhu, a Canada border officer, sued both the Indian and Canadian governments accusing New Delhi of falsely calling him a terrorist and while Canada government did little to push back. Sidhu's lawyers claimed that he was born in British Columbia and never got involved in Indian politics; he is not even a practicing Sikh. He visited...
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Nuzzi is on a temporary contract that ends this month – but it remains unclear whether she's staying after former fiance Ryan Lizza's exposés about herIn September, under the leadership of new top editor Mark Guiducci, a thirtysomething favorite of Condé Nast eminence Anna Wintour, Vanity Fair announced a slate of new hires that included one...
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ACIP vote follows two postponements and contentious meeting and comes as RFK Jr pushes for vaccine delayAfter a delay and an unusually contentious meeting, a federal vaccine advisory panel was expected to vote on Friday whether to change the longstanding recommendation that all newborns be immunized against hepatitis B.The first day of the meeting...
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Rinaldo Nazzaro says detention of suspected Base members in Spain justifies 'resistance … by any means necessary'After Spanish police and Europol's counter-terrorism section arrested three suspected members of the Base – a globally proscribed neo-Nazi terrorist group – in the eastern province of Castellón, its American leader living in...
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