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UK small boat arrivals in 2024 up 25% compared with previous year
A total of 36,816 people made journey last year compared with 29,437 who arrived in 2023, Home Office says. The number of people arriving in the UK in 2024 after crossing the Channel in small boats ...The Guardian - 4d -
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Home is where your attempts to escape cease – and at a bar in New York, I stopped running | Mona Eltahawy
After an attack by riot police in Cairo, I returned to the US with both arms in plaster, and found there would always be a place at the table for me. In our end of year series, writers and public ...The Guardian - 4d -
New Year’s Eve 2025: Photos of Celebrations Around the World
See how people across the globe celebrated.The New York Times - 4d -
Watch: How the world celebrated the arrival of 2025
The UK followed other European countries with spectacular firework displays, after New Zealand and Australia were the first to celebrate.BBC News - 4d -
Canon Promo Codes and Coupons: Up to $700 Off
Save up to $700 on cameras, $300 on lenses, and more with today’s Canon deals for new and refurbished tech.Wired - 4d -
I love to travel Europe by train. But here's what a joined-up 21st-century network needs | María Ramírez
Passenger numbers are rising, but competing with budget airlines will take work on ticket prices, infrastructure and integration. . Last August, I took the train from Trieste to Ljubljana, ...The Guardian - 4d -
Verizon Promo Codes and Deals | Up to $540 Off
Unlock savings on phones, tablets, internet, and more with the best Verizon discounts.Wired - 4d -
Half of Puerto Rico starts the new year in the dark after massive power outage
Puerto Rico suffered the latest in a string of widespread power outages Tuesday that at one point had nearly 1.3 million businesses or homes — most of the island — in the dark.NBC News - 4d -
One dead after driver allegedly runs down two New Zealand police officers
Vehicle allegedly drove into two officers ‘at speed’ in Nelson, in a country where the killing of police officers on duty is rare. . A driver allegedly ran down two New Zealand police officers down ...The Guardian - 4d -
China steps up drive to break Boeing and Airbus grip on plane market
State-owned Comac opens offices abroad and pushes for overseas certification as it increases output of C919 jetsFinancial Times - 4d -
Fresno State Bulldogs vs. New Mexico Lobos: How to watch NCAA Basketball online, TV channel, live stream info, start time
How to watch Fresno State vs. New Mexico basketball gameCBS Sports - 5d -
30 years ago Tomorrow's World predicted 2025 - how did it do?
From space junk gel to hologram surgery, the team had lots of intriguing predictions. Which, if any, came true?BBC News - 5d -
NYPD ramps up security for New Year's Eve in Times Square
A million people are expected to pack into Times Square in New York City to ring in the New Year. And while there's no specific, credible threats to the celebration, the New York Police Department ...CBS News - 5d -
The Papers: Energy bills 'to rise further' and world rings in 2025
The energy price cap rise and New Years' celebrations make the front of Wednesday's papers.BBC News - 5d -
Millions of children lost health insurance in Medicaid shake-up
Children were among the millions of people who lost Medicaid coverage after the government required states to reevaluate every recipient's eligibility. Some have been able to get benefits back, but ...NBC News - 5d -
BA passenger loyalty programme shake-up sparks backlash
Industry figures warn leisure travellers may struggle to gain perks such as access to the airline’s loungeFinancial Times - 5d -
Half of Puerto Rico without power after sweeping New Year’s Eve blackout
Nearly entire island without electricity as Luma Energy estimates it will take at least 24 hours to restore power. More than half of Puerto Rico remained without electricity early on Wednesday ...The Guardian - 5d -
Bill Belichick: I couldn't sell resting players to the rest of the team
Some playoff teams rest starters in meaningless late-season games.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Yes, Kwanzaa Is Made Up. That’s Why It’s Great
There’s something uniquely American in both its wanton borrowing from existing tradition and its naked admission of artificiality.The New York Times - Dec. 27