Idaho police respond to reports of active shooter near downtown county courthouse
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Trump unveils ‘potential marble armrests’ for seats at the Kennedy Center: ‘Unlike anything ever done or seen before’
The White House has said the Kennedy Center Board ‘voted unanimously’ to add Trump’s name to its title
More than £1 billion won for women in equal pay cases this year, union reveals
GMB said it ‘it should be a source of national shame’ that women have to make these claims
Diana’s team devoted time to ‘upstaging’ Charles, newly-released documents claim
The document claims also claims Diana was “more skilled in the media battle” than Charles
Israel becomes first country to recognise Somaliland
The recognition of Somaliland is seen as crucial for taking on terrorism and piracy, especially from the Houthis in the Red Sea and the Strait of Aden
Tottenham Hotspur book and used pyjamas among ‘most disappointing’ Christmas gifts, survey reveals
More than 20 per cent of people received an unwanted or unsuitable present during Christmas last year
The key moments that could ‘decide fate of Keir Starmer’ next year
Lord Robert Hayward has warned of a number of heavy Labour defeats in 2026
King Charles and Prince William ‘could visit the US next year’ as UK aims to finalise trade deal
It would be the first visit to the US by a British monarch since 2007
A massive crash on a highway in Japan kills 1 person and injures 26 as the holiday season starts
A massive crash in snowy weather has killed one person and injured 26 on an expressway in Japan
Activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah arrives in UK after release from Egyptian prison
The 44-year-old has long been considered Egypt's most high-profile political prisoner, having spent much of his adult life incarcerated for his activism
Four arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Christmas Day shooting in Sheffield
A 20-year-old man is fighting for his life after the incident
Why Brits do Dry January as 17.5 million people set to take month-long break from alcohol
More than 20 per cent of people cited saving money as a key reason for quitting alcohol in January
Three people ‘unaccounted for’ after Boxing Day house fire
Emergency services attended a property in Gloucestershire at around 3 am on Friday morning
Used pyjamas and rotten fruit among most disappointing Christmas gifts – survey
A third of people have kept unwanted gifts and will use them, according to research for Which?
Trade union members turning to Farage because of failure to tackle cost of living, Starmer warned
The warning from TUC general secretary Paul Nowak comes as new polling shows one in five adults are skipping meals because of financial problems
The cheap diabetes drug that can halt life-threatening condition
Scientists are assessing whether metformin can be repurposed to treat abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA)
Children received inflation-busting pocket money pay rises in 2025, figures show
Figures from money app GoHenry indicate that not all regions saw pocket money payments increased during the year.
Top 10 climate disasters cost planet $122bn – with one continent hit hardest
Many deaths and full extent of damage in poorer countries go missing from global because they are not insured, report finds
Ruben Amorim says spirit shown against Newcastle can win Man Utd ‘so many games’
Patrick Dorgu’s superb 24th-minute volley was a worthy winner of the game but United spent most of the second half defending.
Trump demands DOJ release all the names related to the Epstein investigation as he complains of a ‘witch hunt’ and Democrat ‘hoax’
Trump accused Democrats of having ‘worked with Epstein’ and called on the Justice Department to ‘release all of their names’
Why Charles and William could make US trip next year
Man accused of 1996 Tupac Shakur killing seeks to suppress evidence
Attorneys for the man accused of killing iconic rapper Tupac Shakur are pushing to suppress evidence that was collected in what they say was an unlawful nighttime search
Man missing at sea after Christmas Day swim in Devon is named
Matthew Upham’s family say he is ‘deeply loved’ and will be ‘forever missed’
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump says Zelensky ‘doesn’t have anything until I approve it’ ahead of peace talks
Ukrainian president will discuss peace agreement with Trump at Mar-A-Lago on Sunday
US issues warning after strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria
‘What happened to Tucker?’: Newsmax takes Ben Shapiro’s side in the raging MAGA civil war
‘I think that specifically what Tucker Carlson is doing is horrific,’ one Newsmax guest exclaimed while simultaneously saying Ben Shapiro was ‘courageous’ for calling Carlson out.
Zelensky to meet Trump in Florida to finalise peace deal this weekend
Ruben Amorim baffles his players but new-look Man United hold on for gutsy win
Manchester United 1-0 Newcastle: Casemiro was not only one to be surprised by Amorim’s substitutions but Patrick Dorgu was the hero with his match-winning volley
Afcon 2025: Fixtures, results, tables and schedule in full from Africa Cup of Nations
Morocco host the 24-nation tournament as Ivory Coast return to defend their crown
Afcon 2025: How to watch every match for free on TV and online
Morocco host the tournament and are also the favourites, ahead of Senegal and defending champions Ivory Coast
Mason Mount injury update as Ruben Amorim offers explanation for half-time change
Manchester United will already be without Bruno Fernandes, Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo when they host Wolves on Tuesday
Tyler Perry sued for sexual assault by 'Boo! A Madea Halloween' actor seeking $77 million
Tyler Perry faces a lawsuit for sexual assault by actor Mario Rodriguez, marking the second such case against him recently
Gen Z thinks it has become more socially acceptable to drive while over drinking limit
The findings have been called ‘extremely worrying’
Trump promotes attorney and part-time salon owner to oversee visas for people coming to the US
Mora Namdar, whose parents are Iranian immigrants, was sworn as the State Department’s new assistant secretary for the Bureau of Consular Affairs
Dorgu volley helps United beat Newcastle despite second-half onslaught
Federal judge to hold hearing on whether Kilmar Abrego Garcia is being vindictively prosecuted
A federal judge has canceled the trial of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran man mistakenly deported, and scheduled a hearing on whether the prosecution is being vindictive in its human smuggling...
Kennedy Center criticizes musician who canceled performance after Trump name added to building
The president of the Kennedy Center is criticizing musician Chuck Redd for canceling a Christmas Eve performance
Watch: The Masked Singer Christmas special winner unmasked as TV legend
The Masked Singer Christmas special ended with a surprise when the winning celebrity was finally revealed.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt expecting a baby girl: ‘My husband and I are thrilled’
Karoline Leavitt and Nicholas Riccio welcomed their son in July 2024
Suspect arrested after stabbing his pregnant wife to death in front of their other children, cops say
The woman had a restraining order against her 37-year-old husband at the time of the attack
Venezuelan migrants sent to El Salvador demand justice after US judge ruling
Venezuelan migrants transferred to a prison in El Salvador by the U.S. government are demanding justice
Trump shows off design for ‘America First 250’ plane in flurry of morning social media posts
Trump was pictured beaming in the Oval Office with the model plane
What to know about the Christmas Eve Powerball jackpot in Arkansas worth $1.8 billion
Christmas came early for someone who purchased a Powerball ticket worth more than $1.8 billion at a gas station outside Little Rock, Arkansas
Republican lawmaker shredded for posting AI images of himself beating up Santa on Christmas morning
Indiana state Sen. Chris Garten acknowledged the backlash and labeled his critics ‘snowflakes’
EuroMillions results: Winning lottery and Thunderball numbers for Friday 26 December
Jack Black reveals ‘soul sucking’ job he held for just one day before becoming an actor
Black stars in the new ‘Anaconda’ film alongside Paul Rudd
Luke Littler thanks parents for getting his eyesight ‘sorted’ in childhood
The 18-year-old’s clear-eyed accuracy has taken him to the top of the darts world.
Activist who was jailed in Egypt arrives in UK after travel ban lifted
Perry Bamonte, guitarist and keyboardist for The Cure, dies at 65
Perry Archangelo Bamonte, longtime guitarist and keyboardist for the influential goth band The Cure, has died
Jack Draper to miss Australian Open to prioritise recovery from injury
The British No 1 will continue to prioritise his recovery from bone bruising in his arm
Iconic New Year’s Eve ball to make history in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary
There will be a second ball drop in Times Square in July
Perry Bamonte, guitarist for The Cure, dies aged 65
Real life ‘Home Alone’ incident sees 12-year-old boy fend off burglary over holidays
The 12-year-old’s family is ‘very proud’ of his quick thinking, his grandmother said
Perry Bamonte death: The Cure guitarist dies aged 65
The guitarist did two stints with the legendary band
MPs should ‘question consciences’ on using X, says campaigner sanctioned by US
Imran Ahmed said the influence of big tech firms, including Mr Musk’s platform, was behind the bid to remove him from the US.
Ultra-processed food makers turn to affordability to counter RFK’s push their foods are dangerous
Food industry leaders are hoping that their focus on affordability will resonate with Americans — just as it did for Democrats in recent elections
Soprano Asmik Grigorian to lead 'Carmen' and sing mezzo-soprano role this summer
Soprano Asmik Grigorian is to sing the title role in Georges Bizet's “Carmen,” a mezzo-soprano touchstone, for the first time at the Salzburg Festival this summer
‘Heartbroken’ family pay tribute to man missing at sea in Devon after Christmas Day swim
The shocking brutality behind Gaza’s crumbling ceasefire
Editorial: The purported cessation in hostilities on 10 October has not stopped the slaughter in the war-torn region, where 400 Palestinians have been killed since – but the promise of peace, however...
Eight ways to keep your costs down when moving house
Moving house can feel financially overwhelming. Here are experts’ top tips
Average mortgage rate drops below 6.2% for first time since October 2024
‘Declining rates offer a timely and welcome gift for aspiring homebuyers,’ one expert said
Lebanese Cabinet approves a draft law to return funds wiped out with the 2019 collapse of banks
Lebanon’s Cabinet has approved a draft law to determine the extent of losses suffered by Lebanese banks during the country’s financial meltdown in 2019 and provide a mechanism to return depositors’...
Onyx, the dog who has spent 7 years at an Ohio shelter, is finally adopted: ‘The textbook definition of a Christmas miracle’
Onyx the 9-year-old mixed breed ‘never had a couch to call his own, a routine filled with love’
JetBlue announces major change that could affect your TrueBlue points
The partnership was rolled out in April 2025 and will terminate after less than a year
Yemen separatists accuse Saudi Arabia of launching airstrikes against their forces
Separatists in southern Yemen are accusing Saudi Arabia of targeting their forces with airstrikes
Harvey Weinstein accuser Kaja Sokola is being sued for defamation. The plaintiff: Her sister
The sister of a Harvey Weinstein accuser who testified at the movie mogul's most recent trial has sued her sibling, saying her public remarks are damaging her reputation as a cardiologist in Poland
Top Conservative peer urges Starmer to give Reform seats in House of Lords
Reform’s success means their view ‘should be heard in the upper chamber as well’, says Lord True
Did that really happen? Four outrageous stories from Trump’s first year back that you may have forgotten about
A selection of the craziest stories from Trump’s first year back in office
Pressure mounts on Trump and Starmer after Israel recognises Somaliland
Voices: Leona Lewis: Save the Children appeal — as a mother, I look at the world and shudder
Modern weapons are devastating young lives on a scale the world has never seen before, says Save the Children UK ambassador Leona Lewis – but life-saving innovations are giving some hope, resilience...
Stranger Things fans are all asking the same question after latest episodes
Second part of the series’ final season is now streaming ahead of the highly anticipated New Year’s Eve finale
Zelensky to meet Trump for high-stakes talks in Mar-a-Lago in bid to seal peace deal by new year
European leaders may take part online as Zelensky looks to ‘finalise’ an agreement he says is ‘90% completed’
Suspects caught on camera ripping ATM from wall using stolen SUV
This is the moment suspects hook an ATM to their stolen SUV before ripping it out of the shop wall on Christmas Eve.
South Africa appeal late penalty as Mohamed Salah sends Egypt through to Africa Cup of Nations knockouts
Egypt 1-0 South Africa: Salah scored his second goal in as many games to send the Pharaohs through to the last-16
Delaware State Police say DMV gunman let customers leave, fired at approaching officers
Investigators say a man accused of fatally shooting a Delaware State Police trooper at a DMV office allowed customers to leave and then fired at approaching officers before being killed
‘Really positive start’ for Boxing Day shopping as footfall up at retail parks
December 26 traditionally sees people bargain hunting in the Boxing Day sales.
Coventry stretch Championship lead as promotion contenders falter
Coventry’s 15th win of the season means Frank Lampard’s side now hold a 13-point lead cushion on the chasing pack
Police warning over sea swims after two men swept away off Devon on Christmas Day
Two men in their forties and sixties were swept out to sea at Budleigh Salterton on Thursday
Chelsea vs Aston Villa prediction, odds and betting tips
Follow our football betting tips as Aston Villa face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge
Mohamed Salah gives 10-man Egypt victory in controversial South Africa Afcon clash
A beginner's guide to Kwanzaa
Founded during the Black Freedom Movement of the 1960s, Kwanzaa is a non-religious holiday that is observed by millions of Americans
Suspected drunk driver accused of plowing into Navajo Nation Christmas parade and killing a 3-year-old
Under Navajo law, the suspect faces a maximum sentence of one year in prison
Why is there only one Premier League game on Boxing Day?
The expanded Champions League and exclusive weekends for the FA Cup has led to the Premier League scrapping its traditional feast of Boxing Day football
Josie Gibson recharges with Thailand Christmas break after feeling ‘emotionally burnt out’
Josie Gibson has shared an insight into a recent trip to Thailand which was “good for the soul”.
British campaigner says tech firms behind bid to deport him from US
Senior State Department figures accused Imran Ahmed of seeking to ‘censor’ social media platforms such as Elon Musk’s X.
Key issues unresolved in US-Ukraine talks on ending Russia's war, according to Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says several key issues remain unresolved in negotiations with the United States over a framework to end Russia’s war
Mickey Lee death: Big Brother contestant dies aged 35 after health issues
Lee ‘suffered a series of cardiac arrests,’ her family said
Mixed-sex wards used a record 5,000 times in a single month – despite Wes Streeting condemning practice
Exclusive: Health secretary hit out at Tories over breaches before last year’s election – but they’ve since reached a 15-year high
Much-loved chocolate recalled across more states after allergy risk
Nick Kyrgios v Aryna Sabalenka rules: ‘Battle of Sexes’ to use modified court and serve limit
Sabalenka will defend a smaller side of the court and both players will be limited to one serve each during the ‘Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition
Nick Kyrgios v Aryna Sabalenka: ‘Battle of the Sexes’ start time and how to watch controversial tennis exhibition
Sabalenka and Kyrgios will meet in a modern-day ‘Battle of the Sexes’ in Dubai
Furious shoppers accuse supermarkets of ‘ruining Christmas’ after being delivered rotten turkeys
Tesco and Sainsbury’s were both accused by angry shoppers of selling rancid Turkey
Florida man sues steakhouse after suffering ‘severe bodily injury’ when toilet he was using ‘shattered’ beneath him, suit says
Michael Green claims that he has ‘significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function’ after the toilet collapsed beneath him
Prince William and Harry’s former butler recalls ‘crazy’ Christmas party with royal brothers
Prince William and Harry's former royal butler has shared a fond memory of a “crazy” Christmas party he enjoyed with the royal siblings.
Virginia offshore wind developer sues over Trump administration order halting projects
The developers of a Virginia offshore wind project are asking a federal judge to block a Trump administration order that halted construction of their project, along with four others, over national...
Palestinian man kills 2 in car-ramming and stabbing attack in northern Israel, police say
Police say that two people have been killed and at least two more injured in northern Israel in a car-ramming and stabbing attack by a Palestinian man
New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns and influencer Jordyn Woods are engaged
Influencer Jordyn Woods and New York Knicks star Karl-Anthony Towns are engaged
Former Nickelodeon star Tylor Chase ‘receiving medical attention’ after worrying viral video
Several former co-stars and influencers have stepped up to help Chase
Photos show California homes buried in mud and debris during Christmas storms
Towns across California have been affected by storms during Christmas week, filling homes halfway with mud, cracking highways and burying cars. The National Weather Service warned of heavy rain...
Two young British women went on a dream backpacking holiday. Only one came back alive
Bethany Clarke’s friend was one of six foreigners who died after drinking tainted vodka at a Laotian hotel. More than a year later, the family and friends of those killed are calling for changes to...