The Traitors review – A mischievous new twist sets the fourth series off with the perfect rug-pull
The BBC’s hit show faces down the risk of overfamiliarity by adding a hilarious hierarchical dimension to its murderous treachery
'It’d be cool': Caleb Williams eyes historic 4,000-yard season for Bears
The second-year quarterback hopes to reach a milestone for the Bears on Sunday.
Baidu chip unit Kunlunxin files for Hong Kong IPO amid China’s push for tech self-reliance
Baidu’s artificial intelligence chip subsidiary Kunlunxin (Beijing) Technology has confidentially applied for an initial public offering (IPO) in Hong Kong, as the search and AI giant becomes the latest to join an investment frenzy amid China’s drive for tech self-reliance. The Kunlunxin prospec...
Why There's No Heated Rivalry Tonight (January 2), & When New Episode Will Release
Heated Rivarly episode 6 ended abruptly, leaving viewers wanting more. However, learning what's next for Shane and Ilya will be a bit of a wait.
James Cameron describes strategy for surviving the Titanic disaster
Filmmaker says he likes to discuss hypotheticals with other ‘Titanic experts’
Samsung Galaxy S26 pricing rumor brings rare good news
No price hike
Hulk’s 2026 New Year’s Resolution Is the Perfect Way to Start the
Discover the power of emotional nonreactivity with The Hulk's revolutionary approach.
North Korean palace visit by Kim’s daughter renews succession debate
An appearance by the teenage daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at a sacred palace has renewed scrutiny on whether she is being groomed for succession in the secretive regime. Kim Ju-ae, believed to be around 13 years old, made her first recorded visit on Thursday to the Kumsusan Palace of ...
Georgia-Ole Miss missed facemask, explained: How controversial no-call changed CFP game
What looked like a facemask penalty was missed by officials in a late Sugar Bowl turning point.
Tabletop Simulator announces a free 2.0 update that includes a UI overhaul and a marketplace for paid mods
One of these things is more controversial than the other.
Watch Dom Dolla’s Banging New Year Countdown
The EDM superstar had countdown honors for the 10th anniversary edition of Beyond The Valley.
Shares are higher in Asia in an upbeat start to the new year
Asian shares have begun the new year with an upbeat start, led by a 2% gain for Hong Kong's Hang Seng index
Netflix Is Officially Fixing the Most Disappointing Anime of 2025
Discover how Sakamoto Days Season 2 aims to redeem itself with major animation upgrades that could make it one of Netflix's best anime series yet.
China Ends Tax Break on Condoms, Contraceptive Pills Amid Birth Rate Slump
Contraceptives are now subject to a 13 percent value-added tax, while services related to childcare and marriage are exempt.
Why Busy Philipps Didn't Return For Dawson's Creek's Final Episode
Busy Philipps reveals why her character, Audrey Liddell, was written out of Dawson Creek's series finale.
Venezuela open to talks on drug trafficking, says Maduro, but refuses to comment on reported US strike on land
President Nicolás Maduro reiterated his belief that the US wants to force a change of government in Venezuela and gain access to its vast oil reserves Venezuela is open to negotiating an agreement with the US to combat drug trafficking, the country’s president Nicolás Maduro has said, but he dec...
Met Office issues ‘risk to life’ weather warning as snow to blanket UK
Amber weather alerts warn of possible travel chaos, power cuts and ‘the potential risk to life and property’
Georgia's Kirby Smart ripped for terrible fourth down play call in Sugar Bowl
The Bulldogs try to recover late against the Rebels.
Yuen Cheung-yan, veteran Hong Kong actor and action choreographer, dies at 69
Veteran Hong Kong actor and action choreographer Yuen Cheung-yan has died at the age of 69. Yuen, who was born in the city in 1957, died at noon on New Year’s Day at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, according to film director and actor Lee Lik-chi, who announced the news on his Weibo page on Thursday. �...
Mississippi’s Harrison Wallace III delivering under college football’s brightest lights
Built on belief rather than noise, Harrison Wallace’s mindset tells the story of why this stage never felt too big.
LSU Transfer Portal Tracker: Latest Intel on Tigers’ Roster Moves
Every notable signing and departure for Lane Kiffin's LSU Tigers in the two week transfer portal window that closes on Jan. 16.
FCC Bans Sale Of All Foreign Drones In The U.S.
If foreign drones get banned, why wouldn't all these bad guys just buy American drones instead? It's not clear how the prohibition solves the purported problem.
Betty Boop enters public domain
Betty Boop enters public domain
Ole Miss RB Kewan Lacy ties remarkable Tim Tebow SEC history
The powerful running back was having a big night.
What is astigmatism? The common eye condition that affects 40% of people
Astigmatism is a type of refractive error where one or more of the eye’s surfaces are not smooth or round
Venezuela’s Maduro open to talks with US on drugs and oil, but silent on CIA strike
Venezuela is open to negotiating an agreement with the United States to combat drug trafficking, the South American country’s President Nicolas Maduro said in a pretaped interview aired Thursday on state television, but he declined to comment on a CIA-led strike last week at a Venezuelan docking a...
Eagles Fans Puzzled by Nick Sirianni Decision For Team’s Season Finale
Philadelphia Eagles fans are split about head coach Nick Sirianni's decision to rest some key starters in the team's Week 18 game.
France defends George and Amal Clooney citizenship amid claims of special treatment
Officials say the couple have ‘strong personal, professional and family ties’ with France
Mark Daigneault continues to be impressed by Ajay Mitchell's breakout for the OKC Thunder
Ajay Mitchell continues to impress as one of the best players on the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder.
U.S. urges China to halt military pressure on Taiwan, days after Japan and others
A State Department spokesman said China’s military activities and rhetoric toward Taiwan and others in the region “increase tensions unnecessarily.”
Damien Martyn hospitalised: 'Positive signs' — Adam Gilchrist offers hopeful update
Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn is showing positive signs of recovery after being hospitalised with meningitis and placed in an induced coma. Ex-teammate Adam Gilchrist shared the encouraging update, noting improvements over the past 24 hours. The cricketing world has rallied with immense ...
The hobby that can rewire your brain and help you build resilience
It helps you to process information and regulate your emotions
Did an exploding comet wipe out the mammoths?
Scientists are uncovering new clues that a cosmic explosion may have rocked Earth at the end of the last ice age. At major Clovis-era sites, researchers found shocked quartz—evidence of intense heat and pressure consistent with a comet airburst rather than volcanism or human activity. The event co...
China’s record hypergravity machine, Nepal’s ‘bride buying’ probe: SCMP’s 7 highlights
We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. China builds a record-breaking h...
Jets' Mark Scheifele breaks silence on being snubbed from Team Canada's Olympic hockey roster
He certainly had a case.
Packers Reveal Major Personal News About Jordan Love
The Green Bay Packers have revealed some personal news about star quarterback Jordan Love late in the season.
Mickey Rourke facing eviction from LA home over unpaid rent after being kicked off Big Brother
The property’s owner is requesting compensation for attorney’s fees and damages
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky was not targeting Putin residence in drone attack, CIA tells Trump
New Year drone strike in Russian-occupied Ukraine kills 24, Moscow says
Miami Suffers Major Transfer Portal Blow Day After Ohio State CFP Upset
One day after eliminating Ohio State from the College Football Playoff, Miami lost a former 4-star WR to the transfer portal.
A New Persona Crossover May Be in the Works
An apparent teaser for a new Persona crossover appears online, and it's likely something that most fans never would have seen coming.
In the new world order, market power trumps military might. Can China compete?
China needs to adapt to a more competitive global environment driven by market power, technological innovation and institutional leverage, according to analysts at a leading Beijing-based think tank. These pillars were more critical than conventional military dominance or strengthening territorial c...
Trinidad Chambliss expected to be in LSU’s quarterback hunt
The Tigers might run after the Ole Miss passer.
Malaysia’s new year revelry sees less waste as tougher littering laws kick in
Malaysia welcomed 2026 with tougher anti-littering enforcement, as New Year’s Eve celebrations saw less waste in the capital amid expanded efforts to keep the country clean. About 3.2 tonnes of rubbish were scooped up from three major hotspots in Kuala Lumpur – Dataran Merdeka, the KLCC area and...
Singapore defies Trump’s tariffs as manufacturing drives growth
Singapore’s pharmaceutical and electronic manufacturers powered the economy in the final three months of 2025, pushing full-year growth to the fastest since its rebound from the pandemic despite fears of a shock from President Donald Trump’s tariffs. Gross domestic product last quarter grew 5.7 ...
Stock market today: Nifty50 opens above 26,150; BSE Sensex up around 100 points
Stock market today: Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in green on Friday. While Nifty50 was above 261,50, BSE Sensex was up around 100 points.
Curt Cignetti quiets critics after Indiana demolishes Alabama in Rose Bowl with verbal jab
The Indiana Hoosiers made it look easy Thursday against the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Rose Bowl, advancing in the College Football Playoff with a 38-3 win in Pasadena. Curt Cignetti let his doubters know about it, too.
Kevin Durant predicts a bright future for former teammate Cam Thomas
The Brooklyn Nets have a superb player in Cam Thomas, and he is getting a big co-sign from Kevin Durant.
'So many lessons, memories': Shubman Gill looks back at a defining 2025 | Watch
Shubman Gill reflected on a momentous 2025, a year of sharp contrasts. Despite being dropped from the T20I setup, he achieved extraordinary red-ball success in England, piling up 754 runs. Gill also captained India to a memorable 2-2 draw in the Test series and played a key role in their Champions T...
EM Stocks Surge at Start of 2026, South Korea Vows FX Stability
Emerging Asian stocks advanced at the start of the new year, led by gains in technology companies. Most regional currencies traded in narrow ranges.
Diamondbacks get major update in Alex Bregman free agency pursuit
Arizona is in an unexpected spot.
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Ohio police search for murder suspect after dentist and wife found shot dead at their home
Officers performed a welfare check at the home of Spencer Tepe, 37, and Monique Tepe, 39, in the Weinland Park area of Columbus Tuesday morning
8 Peak Anime That Nearly Lost Us After Episode One
Discover 8 anime that nearly lost viewers after a shaky first episode but became beloved hits, showing initial impressions aren't definitive.
Chiefs 2026 mock draft: Kansas City predicted to select 23-TD explosive receiver to support Patrick Mahomes
The Kansas City Chiefs are predicted to support Patrick Mahomes by selecting an explosive Big 12 wide receiver in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Doctor Who Casting Rumor Gets Definitive Response From Erin Doherty
Doctor Who's rumored Sixteenth Doctor finally reveals whether she'll be the star of the long awaited season 16.
Travel disruption expected as ice and snow grip UK
The worst of the weather is expected to hit Scotland, with weather warnings in place until Sunday.
Japan's emperor and his family greet New Year well-wishers
Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his family are waving to a crowd of flag-waving New Year’s well-wishers gathered at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo
Blue Jays get surprising Alex Bregman free agent update
This came out of nowhere.
Kim Jong-un’s daughter visits state mausoleum, fuelling speculation she will be next North Korean ruler
Kim Ju-ae has been making increasingly prominent appearances in state media over the past three yearsThe daughter of the North Korean ruler, Kim Jong-un, who is likely being prepared as his successor has accompanied her parents on her first public visit to the Kumsusan mausoleum to pay respects to f...
Indore tragedy: Lab report confirms bacterial 'contamination' in water behind 4 diarrhoea deaths
Diarrhoea outbreak in Indore, claiming four lives and sickening over 1,400, has been traced to contaminated drinking water. Officials confirmed a leak in a main supply pipeline in Bhagirathpura, the epicentre, likely due to sewage mixing. Investigations are ongoing to identify the specific bacteria,...
Top political fact-checking website explains why editors have dubbed 2025 the ‘Year of the Lies’
Since 2009, Politifact has published its annual ‘Lie of the Year,’ taken from its own analysis as well as submissions from the general public
Lamar Jackson Fires Back at Critics Amid Ravens Trade Rumors
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson fired back at criticism regarding his situation with the team amid trade rumors.
Norman Powell strengthens All-Star case in Heat's win over Pistons
Norman Powell led all scorers in the Miami Heat's win over the Detroit Pistons on New Year's Day.
Footage shows panic as fire breaks out at Swiss ski resort bar
Bystander footage captured the moment members of the public fled as fire broke out at a bar in the Swiss ski resort town of Crans-Montana.
This tiny plant is helping solve crimes
Moss may look insignificant, but it can carry a hidden forensic fingerprint. Because different moss species thrive in very specific micro-environments, tiny fragments can reveal exactly where a person has been. Researchers reviewing 150 years of cases found moss has helped solve crimes across multip...
China Lowers Battery Scrap Import Duty to Aid Recycling Sector
China has lowered import tariffs for some battery scrap in a fresh bid to support its recycling industry.
Texas Tech gambled on its 'underdog' head coach Joey McGuire. Here's what stood out during his interview and landed him the job.
How Joey McGuire won over Texas Tech with bold outreach and a seven-step plan to jump-start winning as the program's next head coach.
How New Year celebrations turned to tragedy as deadly fire ripped through Swiss ski resort bar
Dozens killed and around 100 others injured in blaze that tore through a popular Alpine bar as revellers rang in the New Year
Venus Williams gets Australian Open wildcard aged 45
Venus Williams was handed a wildcard to the Australian Open aged 45 on Friday, becoming the oldest woman ever to play at the season-opening Grand Slam.
Celtics’ cryptic post fuels NBA speculation about Jayson Tatum
The Boston Celtics have NBA fans talking about Jayson Tatum entering the new year.
Top 2026 NFL Draft prospect suffers broken rib in CFP quarterfinal loss
Could an injury change this year's draft pool?
Dodgers 'lurking' in major free agent update
L.A. is always right there.
Vale Indonesia Halts Nickel Mining on Delayed Work Plan Approval
PT Vale Indonesia has suspended operations at its nickel mines after not receiving approval for its annual work plan from the authorities.
'Stranger Things' Creators Confirm Spinoff That Will Answer Major Finale Question
The "Stranger Things" creators confirm a new spinoff in the works that will answer a major finale question.
Elon Musk indicates he’s ‘going all in’ on financing the GOP ahead of the midterms: ‘America is toast if the radical left wins’
After faltering in his plan to found a new ‘America Party’, the world’s richest person is returning to the GOP fold
Blue Jays get huge news on Kyle Tucker's free agency
Toronto fans will be pumped about this.
Japan PM joins fight for more female toilets in parliament
The lack of female toilets is "a critical issue" that could affect the performance of duties, the MPs say.
Switzerland fire latest: King Charles leads tributes to young victims of Crans Montana bar tragedy after 40 killed in ‘horrific disaster’
Swiss Police have confirmed around 40 people have died after a fire ripped through a bar in a popular Swiss ski resort
Debate grows on reforming Lower House electoral system
Some argue the flaws in the current system could be fixed by returning to the old one. Others aren’t so sure.
Starlink is lowering thousands of satellites' orbits to reduce risk of collisions
Starlink will lower the orbits of roughly 4,400 satellites this year as a safety measure, according to the company's engineering VP, Michael Nicolls. In a post on X, Nicolls wrote that the company is "beginning a significant reconfiguration of its satellite constellation," in which all satellites or...
3 Brilliant Growth Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for the Long Term
Growth stocks continue to help power the market's gains.
Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews ends a 121-game drought in much-needed Toronto breakthrough
It had been a long while.
Texas Reportedly Targeting $4 Million SEC WR
The Texas Longhorns are reportedly trying to sign an SEC wide receiver who wants $4 million for the 2026 season.
Sci-Fi Games That Would Be Better Than Red Dead 2 If They Were Westerns
Red Dead 2 is an all-time classic, but these games might have been even better if they traded their spaceships and lasers for horses and revolvers.
Monkey mayhem in Bahadurgarh: Elderly woman attacked, bitten multiple times; CCTV shocks town
An elderly woman was brutally attacked by a troop of six to seven monkeys in Bahadurgarh, Haryana, on December 26th. CCTV footage captured the startling assault as the primates pounced, biting and pulling the woman's hair while she sat on a chair. This alarming incident highlights growing concerns o...
China's BYD set to overtake Tesla as top EV seller
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Tari Eason is fueling the Rockets’ current hot stretch
Tari Eason’s inclusion in the starting lineup has given the Rockets a renewed sense of life on both sides of the court.
Maduro open to talks with US on drug trafficking and oil, dodges on CIA drone strike
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro says he is open to holding talks with the Trump administration over drug trafficking and the country’s oil reserves, but he dodged when asked about the CIA’s recent drone strike inside his South American nation. “The U.S. government knows, because we’ve...
Khawaja retires: 'They told me I'd never play for Aus' — Pak-born batter calls out stereotypes
Usman Khawaja announced his retirement from international cricket, confirming the upcoming fifth Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground will be his last. The veteran left-hander, Australia's first Muslim Test cricketer, reflected on a journey of resilience and representation, overcoming early caree...
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