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Queen not officially told for years about Palace spy, MI5 papers reveal
Anthony Blunt confessed in 1964 to being a Soviet agent, but Elizabeth II was not informed.BBC News - 1d -
Users worried about TikTok ban appear to be downloading a different Chinese social media app
Chinese social media app RedNote is at the top of Apple's app store, underscoring concerns that TikTok will soon be effectively banned in the U.S.CNBC - 1d -
Counter-terrorism police take up investigation of swastika attack at Sydney synagogue
Vandals also started a fire in Newtown that could have had deadly consequences, commissioner says. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free ...The Guardian - 2d -
Can You Still Use TikTok if It’s Banned? What Users Should Know About the App.
The social media app is likely to disappear from the app stores of Google and Apple right away. But it’s unclear if users will completely lose access.The New York Times - 3d -
Meta’s ‘free speech’ overhaul sparks advertisers’ concern
Facebook owner’s move to loosen policing of online content has raised fears of a surge in misinformationFinancial Times - 3d -
Democrats debate strategy, voter protection at first candidate forum
Democrats evaluated candidates for party leadership at their first virtual candidate forum on Saturday with a focus on the Southern region. The highly contested race for DNC chair forced contenders ...The Hill - 3d -
The image that speaks a thousand words about our inhumane migration debate | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
The birth of a baby boy on a dangerously overcrowded refugee boat should be a wake-up call to all of us. It has become something of a cliche to compare modern photographic compositions to ...The Guardian - 4d -
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Young rural voters are despairing and need a new standard for success in adulthood
Young, rural voters will remember who did and didn’t throw them a lifeline come 2028.The Hill - 6d -
Half of English county councils could ask to delay elections
The councils want to delay votes to explore new plans to redesign local government in England.BBC News - 6d -
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Barcelona able to field Olmo and Víctor after Spain’s sports council intervenes
Sports council grants players temporary registration Barcelona beat Athletic to reach Spanish Super Cup final Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor will be able to play for Barcelona after Spain’s supreme ...The Guardian - 6d -
Senators introduce measure making daylight saving time year-round standard
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) reintroduced legislation to make daylight saving time year-round on Tuesday, touting bipartisan support for the measure. “I hear from Americans constantly that they are ...The Hill - 6d -
Meta exempted top advertisers from standard content moderation process
Social media giant’s ‘guardrails’ intended to ‘protect high spenders’ amid internal concern its systems over-enforced rulesFinancial Times - Jan. 8 -
LA council member: 'Absolute miracle' no fatalities reported
Los Angeles Councilwoman Traci Park said it is an “absolute miracle” no fatalities have been reported as fires blaze through parts of Los Angeles. “This fire moved very, very quickly,” Park said in ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
How Canada's immigration debate soured - and helped seal Trudeau's fate
Immigration has long been a polarising issue in the West but Canada mostly avoided it - until nowBBC News - Jan. 8 -
Meta's moderation rollback sparks celebration and despair
Some Republicans celebrated the move which they framed as a result of their war against social media censorship. Fact-checking groups were blindsided.NBC News - Jan. 7 -
GTA 6 Could Set "New Industry Standards," Analyst Says
Grand Theft Auto VI is set for release later this year and it's expected to be among the biggest launches of the year. One analyst has now said the game is so momentous that it could "reshape the ...GameSpot - Jan. 7 -
MPs call for greater criticism of Israel’s policies over Gaza – UK politics live
Palestinians trapped in a ‘doom loop of hell’, MPs told. At the end of last week Robert Jenrick , the shadow justice secretary and runner-up in last year’s Tory leadership contest, said the child ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
‘Everyone owns the beach’: Australian PM throws shade in cabana debate
Anthony Albanese says using shade structures to reserve space is ‘not on’ as local mayor urges beachgoers ‘to be kind and considerate’. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...The Guardian - Jan. 7 -
Siddiq refers herself for probe by standards adviser
It follows controversy over the Treasury minister's links to her aunt's political movement in Bangladesh.BBC News - Jan. 6 -
‘We can’t just have one superstar’: Ilona Maher wants greater focus on others to grow rugby
Maher’s Bristol Bears debut attracts record 9,240 crowd USA international: ‘I would love to bring teammates up’ Bristol Bears’ new high-profile recruit Ilona Maher says while she loves being a ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
Tulip Siddiq refers herself to government adviser on ministerial standards
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer says he retains confidence in the City ministerFinancial Times - Jan. 6 -
Sunday with Paddy McGuinness: ‘I’m a double carb man’
The radio presenter talks about his meaty Sunday dinners, condiments, trimmings, being spoiled as a child and doing what he’s told as a dad. Sunday routine? I get up, do the kids’ breakfasts and ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
Pulisic sparks Milan comeback in Super Cup semi
AC Milan came from behind to beat Juventus 2-1 in the Italian Super Cup semi-final in Riyadh on Friday, and the win for Sergio Conceicao's side in his first game in charge set up a derby final with ...ESPN - Jan. 4 -
Which teams, players and stories will dominate 2025 in the NBA? Our experts debate
From coaches on the hot seat to breakout players, our NBA insiders answer some of the biggest questions heading into 2025.ESPN - Jan. 4 -
Sydney Thunder duo sent to hospital after sickening collision in BBL thriller
Cam Bancroft and Daniel Sams clash heads in catch attempt Thunder earn last-ball win over the Scorchers in Perth Sydney Thunder pair Cameron Bancroft and Daniel Sams have been taken to hospital ...The Guardian - Jan. 3 -
Germany debates menace of ‘firework bombs’ after New Year’s violence
Deaths and clashes with police mar celebrations, with officials calling for tougher curbs on use of powerful fireworksFinancial Times - Jan. 3 -
What the FBI revealed about the Bourbon Street attacker
The FBI said the New Orleans attacker posted videos to his social media about ISIS before carrying out a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street, killing at least 14. CBS News' Kati Weis has more.CBS News - Jan. 3 -
Sydney duo 'conscious and talking' after BBL collision
Cameron Bancroft and Daniel Sams are both "conscious and talking" after colliding with each other while playing for Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League.BBC News - Jan. 3 -
Dazzling Dumfries double puts Inter in Cup final
A second-half double from Denzel Dumfries earned Inter Milan a 2-0 win over Atalanta in Riyadh on Thursday to reach the Italian Super Cup final, where the Serie A champions will aim to win the ...ESPN - Jan. 3 -
Debate Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia For Ukraine War Intensifies
The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.The New York Times - Jan. 2 -
What CCTV and social media videos reveal about New Orleans attack
BBC Verify’s Jake Horton looks at how the attack in New Orleans unfolded.BBC News - Jan. 2 -
Trump tariffs pose a greater threat to South Korea’s economy than domestic political chaos, BOK official suggests
The South Korean economy has to grapple with internal political turmoil and the threat of tariffs by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in 2025.CNBC - Jan. 2 -
Homes flooded in Greater Manchester as storms hit New Year's Day
A major incident is declared in Greater Manchester after flooding left people trapped in their homes.BBC News - Jan. 1 -
South Korea Jet Crash Sparks Debate Over Barrier's Proximity to Runway
Investigators probing the deadly crash are seeking clues on why the plane hit the runway without its landing gear down after an apparent bird strike.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 1 -
Djokovic and Kyrgios beaten in doubles in Brisbane
Novak Djokovic and Nick Kygrios are narrowly beaten in the second round of the doubles at the Brisbane International.BBC News - Jan. 1
