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Luke Littler sails into blockbuster world darts final with Michael van Gerwen
MvG thrashes Dobey 6-1; Littler demolishes Bunting 6-1 Teenager finishes with 105 average in brutal display Today in Focus podcast: how Britain fell in love with darts Deep down, we all knew ...The Guardian - 6d -
A small caravan of migrants sets out from southern Mexico but is unlikely to reach the US
A new caravan of migrants has begun walking north toward the U.S. border from southern MexicoABC News - 6d -
Quincy Wilson's world
This 16-year old knows a thing or two about history books. Unlike his classmates, he’s re-writing them.NBC News - 6d -
Ágnes Keleti, the world's oldest Olympic medal winner, dies at age 103
Ágnes Keleti, a Holocaust survivor and the oldest living Olympic medal winner, has died. She was 103.The Hill - 6d -
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Predictions for the World Juniors medal round: Who wins it all?
We're down to the final eight teams. Here's how it will play out next, including who takes home the hardware.ESPN - 6d -
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Small Businesses Brace Themselves for TikTok Ban
If the Jan. 19 ban on the popular social video platform goes into effect, millions of entrepreneurs will lose a valuable marketing and outreach channel.Inc. - 6d -
Iga Swiatek bundles brilliant Boulter and Britain out of United Cup after epic
‘Exhausted’ Pole edges out British No 1 6-7 (4), 6-1, 6-4 Boulter so close to securing biggest win of her career Over the course of the past 18 months, by far the most rewarding period in her ...The Guardian - 6d -
Dancer Wayne Sleep: ‘I hid my sexuality from my mother, so it was wonderful to come out and be myself at last’
The dancer and his husband on meeting at a beach bar in Spain, the stresses of working together, and who is the teenager in the relationship. Born in Plymouth in 1948, Wayne Sleep is a dancer and ...The Guardian - 6d -
World's most popular YouTuber MrBeast announces engagement
The world's most popular YouTuber, known for his grand stunts, says he opted for an intimate proposal.BBC News - 6d -
Shipowners switch to smaller vessels as world trade reroutes from China
Attacks on Red Sea ships have also hit demand for bulkiest carriersFinancial Times - 6d -
Luke Littler dismantles Aspinall to make PDC world championship last four
Littler’s 5-2 win sets up semi-final with Stephen Bunting ‘The crowd wanted a comeback, I just wanted to finish it’ Nathan Aspinall probably thinks he just took part in a game of darts. And ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Leeds and Burnley held at home while Windass hits Wednesday wonder goal
Blackburn and Stoke battle to hard-fought points on road Plymouth claim 2-2 draw in first game since Rooney exit Danny Batth’s last-minute equaliser clinched Blackburn a 1-1 draw at Elland ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
U.S. beats Canada, wins group at world juniors
The U.S. scored a 4-1 victory over Canada to take the top spot in Group A at the world junior hockey championship on Tuesday.ESPN - Jan. 1 -
Nicola Jennings on Putin, Trump and Musk’s impact on world politics this year – cartoon
Continue reading...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
‘Best league in the world’: Rebecca Knaak joins Manchester City in WSL
Defender to cover for injured Alex Greenwood German 28-year-old signs 18-month deal at club Manchester City have moved quickly to fill the void left by the injured Alex Greenwood by signing ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Number of migrants crossing Channel in small boats rises to 36,816
2024 was the deadliest year in the Channel, with 77 people known to have drowned trying to cross.BBC News - Jan. 1 -
‘We can be weirdos too’: the Black mermaids creating their own fantasy worlds
Mermaiding has gained popularity in the US – and Black mermaids are using the activity to advocate for aquatic safety, raise environmental awareness and connect to African spirituality. Dressed in ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
As a child, I couldn’t wait to change my Iranian nose. Now I’ve learned to see its beauty | Bea Dero
I photograph people with non-western features, and pay homage to our profiles and the history in our faces. “So when are you getting your nose job?” was a question 11-year-old me would often hear ...The Guardian - Jan. 1 -
Small-boat crossing arrivals to UK rose 25% in 2024, data shows
Home Office figures will add to pressure on Keir Starmer to curb irregular migration via English ChannelFinancial Times - Jan. 1 -
WATCH: New Year's Eve around the world
Watch fireworks and celebrations from around the globe.ABC News - Jan. 1 -
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 - Jan. 1 -
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New Year’s Eve 2025: Photos of Celebrations Around the World
See how people across the globe celebrated.The New York Times - Jan. 1 -
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 - Jan. 1 -
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 - Jan. 1 -
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 - Jan. 1
