Blue Jays blitz Dodgers in World Series Game 1
Dalton Varsho and Addison Barger powered Toronto to a lopsided opener, as the Blue Jays aggressive, swing-first approach turned Game 1 into a Toronto romp, leaving the Dodgers looking like they forgot to pack a Plan B.
Prince Andrew told to read the room as pressure mounts to leave Royal Lodge
With public patience and palace tolerance thinning, commentators are urging Andrew to downsize from the 30-room Royal Lodge he has occupied effectively rent free since 2003. Following his recent surrender of the use of his titles amid scrutiny over ties to Jeffrey Epstein and China, he is in talks with King Charles about a voluntary move, complicated by a long lease. Incentives reportedly include a possible Crown Estate refund if he leaves before June and potential financial support from the King. Translation, pick a new address, and this time read the room.
More than 2 million pounds of pork jerky recalled for possible metal contamination
Ready-to-eat Korean barbecue pork jerky has been pulled nationwide over fears of metal fragments. Nothing says snack time like surprise shrapnel, which is why this one is headed back to the factory, not your pantry.
Mass shooting at North Carolina party leaves 2 dead, 11 injured
Gunfire erupted at a rural gathering near Maxton attended by more than 150 people early Saturday, killing two and wounding 11. A community celebration became a scene of grief in minutes, a grim reminder of how quickly a night out can turn into a tragedy.
Kamala Harris signals possible 2028 presidential run
In a BBC interview airing Sunday, the former vice president said she might run again in 2028. Consider it a teaser trailer for a sequel America may or may not be asking for.
After jewel theft, Louvre moves treasures to Bank of France vault
A week after eight crown jewels were stolen, and after a public outcry over the museum’s security, part of the Louvre’s jewelry collection is being parked in the central bank’s underground vault. When your galleries start to feel like a grab-and-go boutique, you let the bankers babysit the bling.
GB News dustup calls for Rachel Reeves to resign as tax rise talk intensifies
TV personality Lizzie Cundy urged the Chancellor to quit over reported plans to raise income tax in next month’s Budget to plug a multibillion pound gap, citing surging debt, heavy borrowing, and a predicted exodus of wealthy residents. She accused Reeves of breaking promises on protecting working people, and even alleged she lied on her CV. Behind the theatrics, advisers reportedly view an income tax rise as the most reliable way to raise cash, with options including adding 1p to the basic rate, and the Treasury split on which rates to hit. Reeves is said to be wary of the political blowback, but the bill is coming due and the argument over who pays is getting louder.