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Trump Faces Strong Opposition to Greenland Takeover Proposal

Trump’s talk of a forceful U.S. takeover of Greenland is drawing significant resistance, including public opposition from at least nine Republican senators. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson have also said there is essentially no chance it will happen, and U.S. allies in the West have reacted unusually strongly compared with other actions from Trump’s second term.

British Gas advises customers on boiler and heating checks ahead of Storm Goretti

British Gas has urged its millions of customers not to panic as Storm Goretti is expected to bring heavy snow, ice, and temperatures as low as -12.5°C, with the company preparing for around 60,000 service calls. A service engineer shared key steps to try before calling for help, including confirming gas, electricity, and water supplies are on; checking thermostat and timer settings; watching for frozen condensate pipes; looking for burst pipes; and ensuring boiler pressure is around 1–1.5 bar. Customers who cannot fix issues themselves are advised that same-day appointments may be available if they call before 11 a.m.

Trump’s Greenland comments raise doubts over the EU–US trade deal, says senior MEP

A senior European Parliament trade official said U.S. talk of buying or annexing Greenland is reshaping how lawmakers view the EU–U.S. trade agreement reached last summer, with some MEPs arguing the deal should be put on hold.

Trump Disrupts Health Care Negotiations Again

President Donald Trump briefly appeared to encourage Republicans to pursue a bipartisan health care deal with Democrats, but his remarks may have undermined those efforts. He urged Republicans to be “flexible” on restrictions tied to the Hyde Amendment, a key barrier to an agreement on the Affordable Care Act. The comments prompted backlash from anti-abortion groups and resistance from Speaker Mike Johnson and other GOP leaders, stalling momentum toward a deal.

Minneapolis Tensions Rise After ICE Officer Fatally Shoots Woman

Minneapolis is on edge after an ICE officer shot and killed 37-year-old Renee Nicole Macklin Good, who was struck in the head. State and local officials called for ICE to leave Minnesota, while Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said federal agents will remain.

Legal challenge to police facial recognition rollout to be heard in the High Court

A High Court hearing on 27–28 January will consider whether the Metropolitan Police is using live facial recognition cameras unlawfully, in a case brought by Big Brother Watch director Silkie Carlo and Shaun Thompson, who says he was wrongly stopped after a false match. The challenge argues the Met’s current policy is too broad and may breach privacy and other human-rights protections, while stopping short of seeking an outright ban. The case comes as the government moves to expand the technology and consult on new rules, and a ruling against the Met could force police forces across the UK to rewrite policies or accelerate legislation to regulate live facial recognition.

Sheetz to Open Its First Store in Montgomery County, Near a Wawa in Limerick

Sheetz is expanding into Montgomery County, with its first location set to open in February in Limerick on Ridge Pike, directly across from an existing Wawa, where construction is underway.

Study Finds Many People Regain Weight Within Two Years After Stopping Obesity Drugs

A new study reports that people taking weight-loss medications can quickly regain weight after ending treatment, with many returning to higher weights within about two years.

Woman Dies in Rowhouse Fire in Philadelphia’s Ogontz Neighborhood

A woman died early Thursday morning after a fire broke out in a rowhouse in North Philadelphia’s Ogontz neighborhood. The fire was reported around 4:45 a.m. on the 6200 block of Ogontz Avenue near Godfrey Avenue, and firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and flames coming from the home.

Trump’s Greenland fantasy hits a wall

Trump’s renewed talk about buying or annexing Greenland is running into unusually broad resistance, including public opposition from at least nine Republican senators. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Speaker Mike Johnson say there is essentially no chance of a forceful takeover, and Western allies are reacting sharply, making the whole thing look increasingly unlikely.

EU lawmakers reconsider trade deal amid Greenland rhetoric

A senior European Parliament official says US talk about buying or annexing Greenland is reshaping how lawmakers view the EU-to-US trade deal agreed last summer. Some MEPs are now suggesting the deal should be put on hold.

Trump’s health care “flexibility” creates new GOP backlash

Trump briefly seemed to encourage Republicans to pursue a bipartisan health care deal with Democrats, but his push may have backfired. He urged Republicans to be flexible on abortion-related restrictions tied to the Hyde Amendment, triggering backlash from anti-abortion groups and resistance from Speaker Mike Johnson and other GOP leaders, draining momentum for renewed talks.

Minneapolis tense after ICE officer kills woman

Minneapolis is on edge after a 37-year-old woman, Renee Nicole Macklin Good, was shot in the head and killed by an ICE officer. State and local officials are demanding ICE leave Minnesota, while Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says federal agents will remain in the state.

UK High Court to review Met Police live facial recognition use

A High Court hearing on January 27 to 28 will consider whether the Metropolitan Police is using live facial recognition lawfully, in a case brought by Big Brother Watch director Silkie Carlo and Shaun Thompson, who says he was wrongly stopped after a false match. The challenge argues the Met’s policy on camera deployment, watchlists, and scanning is too broad and may breach rights under human rights and data protection laws, as the Government consults on expanding facial recognition.

British Gas braces for storm call surge, urges basic checks first

British Gas expects around 60,000 service calls as Storm Goretti brings heavy snow, ice warnings, and temperatures as low as minus 12.5°C. The company is urging customers to try basic checks if heating fails, including confirming gas, electricity, and water supplies; reviewing boiler settings and timers; checking boiler pressure, around 1 to 1.5 bar; and looking for frozen condensate pipes or burst pipes before calling an engineer.

Sheetz opens a new front in the convenience store turf war

Sheetz is expanding into Wawa’s traditional territory with a new store under construction on Ridge Pike in Limerick, directly across from an existing Wawa. The Sheetz location is expected to hold its grand opening in February.

Study: weight returns after stopping prescription weight loss drugs

A new study reports that people taking prescription weight loss drugs can regain weight quickly after ending treatment, with many returning toward previous weight levels within about two years.

North Philadelphia rowhouse fire kills woman

A woman died early Thursday after a fire broke out in a rowhouse in North Philadelphia’s Ogontz neighborhood. The fire was reported around 4:45 a.m. on the 6200 block of Ogontz Avenue near Godfrey Avenue, with firefighters arriving to heavy smoke and flames.

“Van Gogh” immersive show fuels debate over virtual cultural tourism

In Tampa, visitors to “Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience” walk through 360-degree digital projections of works like “Starry Night” and “Wheat Fields,” creating a VR-style encounter. The show’s popularity is fueling debate about whether virtual cultural tourism could become a major way to broaden access to arts and culture.

Discord reportedly continues IPO preparations

Games-focused chat platform Discord is reportedly still exploring a public listing and has allegedly made a confidential filing as part of its IPO preparations.

Paris tractor protest targets EU–Mercosur trade deal

French farmers drove tractors into Paris on Thursday to protest a proposed EU–Mercosur trade agreement. Nothing says “please listen to rural policy concerns” like turning the capital into a slow-moving parking lot with horns.

Chinese and Russian air defenses in Venezuela allegedly outmatched in U.S. raid

A report describes a pre-dawn U.S. operation on Jan. 3 that quickly seized Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores in Caracas before Chinese- and Russian-supplied air defenses could respond. U.S. officials said the raid involved more than 150 aircraft, plus electronic warfare, cyber operations, and space-enabled disruption—raising questions about “anti-stealth” radar claims and pointing, per analysts, to corruption, weak integration, and fragile command and control rather than just shiny hardware for parades.

Former Leeds and Wales midfielder Terry Yorath dies at 75

Terry Yorath has died at 75 after a brief illness, his family said. He earned 59 caps for Wales, played for clubs including Leeds, Coventry, Tottenham, and Vancouver, and later coached and managed several teams. He also led Wales to within one match of qualifying for the 1994 World Cup. Tributes described him as a quiet, kind man.

Earliest evidence of poison weapons found, dating back 60,000 years

Archaeologists report chemical evidence of toxic alkaloids on small quartzite stone points from Umhlatuzana rock shelter in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, consistent with poison from the bulb plant Boophone disticha. The finding pushes confirmed use of poison-laced hunting tools back to about 60,000 years ago and suggests early modern humans had sophisticated planning, tracking strategies, and practical plant-chemistry knowledge.

Writer Dan Fox on relearning Welsh after feeling shut out at a funeral

Dan Fox, a senior editor at The Yale Review, describes how his grandmother’s Welsh-language funeral left him feeling excluded, and later pushed him to reclaim Welsh on his mother’s side. He began learning during the 2020 lockdown using Duolingo, SaySomethinginWelsh, and music, reflecting on the language’s suppression, his uneven confidence speaking with relatives, and the meaning of sharing Welsh with his mother—even imperfectly.

FreeBSD Home NAS, Part 8 explains restic backups for NFS and Samba shares

A technical guide walks through using restic on FreeBSD and Linux to back up NFS and Samba shares, covering repositories, snapshots, backup and restore workflows, and storing backups via AWS S3 and Google Drive using rclone. For once, a “home NAS” plan that does not end with someone whispering “I thought RAID was a backup” into the void.

Remembering the Tucson shooting (Jan. 8, 2011)

On Jan. 8, 2011, a shooting in Tucson, Arizona killed six people and injured 13, including U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords. The anniversary marks a moment of national grief and a reminder of the human cost of political violence.

Famous birthdays for Jan. 8

Birthday notes for Jan. 8 include actor Sam Riley turning 46 and musician Noah Cyrus turning 25. Time continues its relentless march, generously aging all of us, including the celebrities who will be informed of this by their publicists.

U.S. immigration agent fatally shoots woman in Minneapolis

A woman was fatally shot in Minneapolis by a U.S. immigration agent. Donald Trump said she was trying to run over ICE agents, but local leaders dispute that account.

Nick Reiner’s Defense Attorney Withdraws During Arraignment in Double Murder Case

During Wednesday’s arraignment in Nick Reiner’s double murder case, his defense attorney, Alan Jackson, withdrew from representing him.

Two killed and at least six injured in shooting at Latter-day Saints church in Salt Lake City, police say

Police said a shooting Wednesday night at a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints building in Salt Lake City, Utah, left at least eight people shot, including two who died.

Experts Say Financial Issues Likely Led Alan Jackson to Leave Nick Reiner Murder Case

Celebrity defense attorney Alan Jackson abruptly withdrew from representing Nick Reiner in a Los Angeles double-murder case after about three weeks, offering no explanation in court. Legal observers say the most likely reason was cost, with estimates that Jackson’s retainer for a case of this scale could run into seven figures, and that Reiner could not sustain that expense, especially as a public defender was quickly appointed. Reiner faces two counts of first-degree murder in the alleged stabbing deaths of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, and prosecutors say he fled. The case could carry life in prison or the death penalty, though experts doubt it will proceed as a capital case. Attention is also focusing on Reiner’s mental health, as he is held in a jail mental health unit and his arraignment was delayed to Feb. 23.

Violent clashes reported as protests spread to more parts of Iran

Protests spread to additional areas of Iran as violent clashes were reported. Semi-official Iranian media said two police officers were killed in a western town, while videos from other locations appeared to show security forces using live fire and tear gas against crowds.

Wonderland Pier Redevelopment Uncertain After Planning Board Rejects Rehabilitation Status

Wonderland Pier redevelopment remains uncertain after the planning board split 4–4 on Wednesday night, effectively blocking a recommendation to designate the site as “in need of rehabilitation.” Councilman Sean Barnes said the proposal is still moving forward despite the vote.

Kristi Noem Says Renee Nicole Good Interfered With ICE Agents Before Fatal Minneapolis Shooting

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good followed and impeded ICE agents for hours during immigration enforcement activity in Minneapolis before being shot and killed on Wednesday. Officials allege Good used her vehicle to block agents and then tried to ram an ICE officer, prompting an agent to fire. Noem and President Donald Trump said the officer was injured and later released from the hospital. Noem described the incident as an act of domestic terrorism and said she has asked the Justice Department to pursue similar cases accordingly, citing a rise in reported vehicle attacks on federal officers.

Noem says ICE officer was hit by a car during fatal Minneapolis shooting and criticizes Walz and Frey

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said an ICE officer who shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis was struck by the woman’s vehicle during the incident. Noem said the officer was treated at a hospital and later released, and she used the episode to criticize Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.

Trump speaks with Colombia’s Petro after U.S. strikes in Venezuela

President Trump spoke by phone on Wednesday with Colombian President Gustavo Petro, days after Trump issued threats toward Colombia following U.S. strikes in Venezuela that ended with the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The White House confirmed the call.

Matvei Michkov Expected to Return for Flyers After Missing One Game

The Philadelphia Flyers beat the Anaheim Ducks 5-2 without Matvei Michkov, who sat out with a foot issue after taking a pass off his skate in Saturday’s win in Edmonton. X-rays were negative, though swelling remained, and he was labeled a game-time decision. Michkov skated at Tuesday’s optional practice and is expected to return Thursday against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Flyers are still awaiting injury updates on Bobby Brink and Jamie Drysdale.

Trump family crypto firm seeks a national trust bank charter

Trump family-founded cryptocurrency company World Liberty Financial said it has applied to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency for a federal banking charter to operate as a national trust bank.

House moves forward on a three-bill funding package after Speaker Johnson persuades conservative holdouts

The House advanced a minibus spending package on Wednesday after Speaker Mike Johnson won over several hardline conservative holdouts. The chamber approved the rule governing debate by a 214-212 vote, clearing the way for debate and a final vote on the package, which combines three bills to fund agencies including the Departments of Justice and Commerce.

Hospitals Prepare for Increased Flu and Respiratory Illnesses as Winter Intensifies

Hospitals are preparing for a rise in flu and other respiratory cases as winter intensifies and multiple viruses circulate. Doctors say overlapping symptoms can make it hard to identify which illness a person has without testing.

FDA to Limit Oversight of Certain Low-Risk AI Medical Devices and Software

FDA guidance says some AI-enabled health wearables and clinical decision-support software will not be subject to FDA review if they meet specific criteria, including being classified as low risk, prioritizing market innovation over federal scrutiny.

Orca Security and Wiz End Cloud Security Patent Lawsuits

Orca Security and Wiz have agreed to dismiss all claims in their cloud security patent dispute after about 30 months of litigation. The case wound down after a federal patent board decision invalidated three Orca patents central to its claims, significantly weakening Orca’s position.

FY 2026 Justice and Commerce Spending Bill Keeps Cybersecurity Funding Flat

The FY 2026 budget deal for Justice and Commerce keeps federal cybersecurity funding at roughly FY 2024 levels, limiting growth across major civilian agencies even as lawmakers cite rising nation-state cyber threats and the need for U.S. technology leadership.

GB News panel discusses footage of woman fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis

GB News host Patrick Christys and a studio panel discussed video showing Renee Nicole Goode being fatally shot during an encounter with ICE agents in Minneapolis. The segment described agents intercepting her vehicle and suggested the driver appeared to reverse and then move forward in a way that may have endangered an agent, before the video was paused at the moment she was believed to have been shot. The panel also relayed early reactions, including reports of protests and political responses.

Cisco ISE licensing bug lets admins upload an XXE “gift”

Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and ISE Passive Identity Connector (ISE-PIC) have an XML External Entity (XXE) flaw in licensing functions in the web management interface. An authenticated attacker with valid admin credentials could upload a crafted file and potentially read arbitrary files on the underlying OS, including sensitive data that should not be accessible. Cisco has issued software updates, and there are no workarounds (Medium severity, CVE-2026-20029).

Cisco Snort 3 DCE/RPC handling can leak info or restart the engine

Multiple Cisco products using the Snort 3 Detection Engine have vulnerabilities in how DCE/RPC requests are processed. An unauthenticated remote attacker could potentially trigger sensitive information leakage or force the engine to restart, interrupting packet inspection. Cisco has released updates and also noted available workarounds (Medium impact, CVE-2026-20026, CVE-2026-20027).

Massachusetts court weighs medical transport needs for Lindsay Clancy ahead of murder trial

Lindsay Clancy, 35, charged with three counts of murder in the January 2023 deaths of her three children, appeared by video in a Massachusetts court to address how she will be transported to trial. Her attorney said severe paralysis after she reportedly jumped from a second-story window leaves her unable to manage transfers and restroom needs without significant assistance, requesting ambulance or medically supported transport. The sheriff’s office raised cost and logistics concerns but said private ambulance service could be arranged if required. The judge did not rule immediately, asked for more information, and will revisit the issue Jan. 27, ahead of a trial scheduled to begin July 20.

ICE officer fatally shoots woman in Minneapolis during confrontation

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis during a confrontation where a group tried to block a law enforcement operation. The Department of Homeland Security said the officer fired after fearing for his life, other officers, and public safety. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey publicly told ICE to leave the city, and Gov. Tim Walz also addressed the incident.

Indiana man charged with murder after dispute over child’s Christmas money

Indiana police say 22-year-old Keymaree Fagin shot and killed 21-year-old Logan Newman after an argument in a vehicle over Fagin allegedly planning to use money set aside for his child’s Christmas to fund a friend’s jail commissary account. Investigators say Fagin had been displaying a handgun, became increasingly agitated, and fired multiple shots, after which the vehicle crashed. Fagin was arrested shortly afterward, charged with murder and related gun offenses, and is scheduled for trial March 23, 2026.

Welsh-language Life in the UK test allegedly blocked by booking delays

Israel Lai, a language-learning YouTuber living in England, says he has been unable to book the Life in the UK test in Welsh despite requesting it months in advance, even though the option is legally guaranteed. He claims the government contractor PSI has delayed the booking, offered conflicting explanations, and failed to provide clear answers as his visa expiry approaches, leaving him concerned his right to pursue settlement through Welsh is being undermined.

Texas man sentenced to 8.5 years for beating 6-year-old with belt over school folder

Demitrius Shea Lacour, 40, was convicted of injury to a child and sentenced to 8.5 years in prison after authorities said he beat his 6-year-old son with a belt when the child forgot to bring home a take-home folder from school. The case began in September 2024 when the boy arrived at school with visible bruises and welts, and officials documented six injuries consistent with being struck by a belt. Jurors returned a guilty verdict in about 30 minutes after Lacour rejected a plea offer that would have resulted in a five-year sentence.

Big Boy locomotive to go coast-to-coast in 2026

The historic 1.2-million-pound “Big Boy” steam locomotive will take its first coast-to-coast tour in 2026. It’s 133 feet long and uses a hinged frame so it can handle curves, because even a mechanical colossus needs a little flexibility in this world.

Judge orders filing over improper “United States Attorney” title

U.S. District Judge David J. Novak ordered Lindsey Halligan to file a signed response within seven days explaining why she kept identifying herself as the “United States Attorney” on an indictment and other filings after a prior ruling found her interim appointment invalid and unconstitutional. Novak said the earlier order remains binding absent a stay, and he’s considering striking the U.S. attorney designation from the indictment, while warning that misleading court filings can trigger ethical and sanctions issues.

US seizes two sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela

U.S. officials said the United States seized two sanctioned oil tankers tied to Venezuela in consecutive operations, one in the North Atlantic and one in the Caribbean.

Alaska Airlines pilot says Boeing unfairly blamed him after panel blowout

An Alaska Airlines pilot who safely landed after a panel blew out says Boeing shifted blame onto him. His lawyers say Boeing’s deflection helped fuel passenger lawsuits and caused the pilot significant distress, which is a fun corporate tradition: “mistake happens, find a human shield.”

Wisconsin teen expected to plead guilty in parents’ killings, extremist manifesto cited

Nikita Casap, 18, is charged in Waukesha County with two counts of intentional homicide in the February 2025 deaths of his mother, Tatiana Casap, and stepfather, Donald Mayer. Records indicate he’s expected to plead guilty at a Jan. 8 hearing, with other counts, including theft, hiding a corpse, and misusing identification, to be dismissed under a proposed deal. Investigators say the victims were found decomposing after a welfare check, Casap allegedly fled in the family vehicle and was arrested in Kansas, and authorities cite communications and a manifesto alleging plans to overthrow the U.S. government and promote white supremacist ideology.

RFK Jr. to unveil new dietary guidance in “major MAHA announcement”

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was expected to appear with White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt at a live press conference for a “major MAHA announcement,” including new dietary guidance for Americans.

Reform UK picks London mayoral candidate, focuses on migrant labour and wages

Reform UK’s new London mayoral candidate, Laila Cunningham, said she does not accept that London is reliant on migrant labour and argued the UK has leaned on “cheap” foreign workers for too long, saying wages should rise instead. She said reliance should be reduced through better pay while welcoming migrants who contribute, and she criticized Sadiq Khan over Ulez and crime as she confirmed she will run against him.

China opens anti-dumping probe into Japanese dichlorosilane imports

China launched an anti-dumping investigation into dichlorosilane imports from Japan, a semiconductor-related chemical. The Commerce Ministry said domestic producers requested the probe, citing rising import volumes from 2022 to 2024 and a reported 31% cumulative price decline. The investigation is expected to run until January next year and could be extended, shortly after China announced new export controls on dual-use items to Japan.

PMQs clash over veterans, Northern Ireland bill, and lawyers with oligarch clients

Kemi Badenoch used Prime Minister’s Questions to accuse Labour of treating military veterans unfairly, citing warnings from former SAS commanders and retired generals that Labour’s Northern Ireland Troubles Bill could put special forces and national security at risk. Keir Starmer swatted back by attacking the Opposition over its Shadow Attorney General’s past work for Roman Abramovich, because nothing says “serious national debate” like a courtroom-themed episode of “Gotcha.” Badenoch countered with criticism of the government’s Attorney General and wider legal and foreign policy choices.

Uvalde case on pause after disputed testimony, mistrial floated

The trial of former Uvalde school police officer Adrian Gonzales was paused after former teacher Stephanie Hale testified in a way defense lawyers say conflicts with her 2022 investigator statement about where she saw the shooter at Robb Elementary. The jury was dismissed until Thursday while the judge considers motions tied to the testimony, and the defense has raised the possibility of a mistrial. Gonzales has pleaded not guilty to 29 counts of child abandonment or endangerment. Prosecutors say he failed to move toward gunfire despite training, while his lawyers argue he acted amid chaos and helped evacuate children.

Funding plea as Wrexham music platform Larynx Entertainment says it will close

Larynx Entertainment, a Wrexham-based independent multimedia music platform supporting Music of Black Origin across Wales, says it will shut down due to lack of funding. Founded in 2018, Larynx promoted Welsh talent in hip hop, grime, and R&B through content production, live events, education, and community projects. Founder Dave Acton announced the closure as supporters launched a petition and open letter urging funders and government bodies to provide immediate financial and structural support.

Starmer opens 2026 PMQs with jab at Reform UK, Farage absent

Prime Minister Keir Starmer opened the first Prime Minister’s Questions of 2026 by taking a swipe at Reform UK, joking the party was celebrating Christmas in Russia. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage was not in the Commons, instead appearing in an alternative PMQs segment on Times Radio, because why face Parliament when you can do politics in a studio where the only heckling comes from the ad breaks.

Napoleon’s talent versus Napoleon’s ego, a familiar historical tragedy

A brief recap framed by a Napoleon quote revisits how tactical brilliance was undercut by strategic self-sabotage, especially the failed Egypt campaign, where he lost his fleet to Admiral Nelson and later left his army behind, and the disastrous 1812 invasion of Russia, wrecked by scorched-earth tactics. History’s enduring lesson: genius is great, but it pairs badly with the kind of ego that thinks winter is a negotiable concept.

Syria’s post Assad transition tested as mosque blast underscores security risks

Western expectations about Syria’s new leader are being tested as violence highlights the fragility of the post-Assad transition. A Dec. 26 explosion tore through a mosque in Homs, killing and injuring worshippers in a neighborhood linked to the Alawite community. Syrian authorities said they were investigating, and a little-known militant group later claimed responsibility, underscoring ongoing security risks and sectarian tensions.

Britain’s Francesca Jones overcomes injury to win in Auckland

Britain’s Francesca Jones said she had “no idea what just happened” after battling through an injury to win in Auckland and reach the Auckland Classic quarter-finals.

Arsenal disables social media comments after sexist abuse aimed at new women’s signing

Arsenal has turned off social media comments after a minority posted sexist abuse under an Instagram video announcing 19-year-old Swedish defender Smilla Holmberg. The club said the move followed its work with Signify Group’s Threat Matrix service to combat online harassment. Holmberg, a former Hammarby player with 96 appearances, multiple trophies, and nine international caps, said joining Arsenal is a lifelong dream, while manager Renee Slegers praised her talent and potential.

White House Says Military Force Could Be Used in a Bid to Take Over Greenland

The White House said military force is always an option in any attempt to take over Greenland, a strategically important Arctic territory off northeastern Canada. With more than two-thirds of Greenland inside the Arctic Circle, its location has been central to North American defense planning since World War II.

Bethell’s maiden first-class century lifts England, but defeat looms in fifth Ashes Test

Jacob Bethell struck a remarkable maiden first-class century to give England a rare bright spot in the Ashes, but Australia still have the upper hand as England head toward defeat in the fifth Test.

Ravens fire John Harbaugh after 18 seasons as head coach

The Baltimore Ravens have dismissed John Harbaugh after 18 years leading the team, following a season in which they failed to reach the NFL playoffs.

Met Office Update on Whether Snow Will Return to London This Week

A Met Office update is addressing the chances of snow returning to London later this week after yesterday’s snowfall, as colder conditions prompt warnings about icy surfaces.

Carla Sands says Trump wants to secure the Western Hemisphere as he renews interest in Greenland

Former U.S. ambassador to Denmark Carla Sands voiced support for Donald Trump’s renewed push regarding Greenland, saying Denmark cannot afford to develop the territory and would not be able to defend it. She framed Trump’s interest as part of a broader desire to strengthen security across the Western Hemisphere.

Famous birthdays on Jan. 7: Sean Harris and Ruth Negga

Jan. 7 marks notable birthdays including actor Sean Harris turning 60 and actor Ruth Negga turning 44.

Jan. 7, 2015: Attack on Charlie Hebdo in Paris Kills 12

On Jan. 7, 2015, Islamist terrorists stormed the Paris offices of the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo and killed 12 staff members. French President François Hollande condemned the assault as an act of exceptional barbarism.

Thousands Attend Ethiopian Orthodox Christmas Eve Candlelight Ceremony

Thousands of worshippers gathered in Addis Ababa for Ethiopian Orthodox Christmas Eve, concluding a 43-day fast with prayers, hymns, and a midnight Mass held by candlelight.

Woman Arrested in London on Suspicion of Killing Two Girls with Poisoned Chocolate Raspberries

London police arrested 54-year-old Zulma Guzman Castro after reports she was on the run, in connection with the alleged killing of two girls using poisoned chocolate raspberries. Castro denies killing the two girls.

Learner drivers may face longer waits for driving tests and a lower drink-driving limit

The government is considering changes that could increase waiting times for learner drivers to book driving tests and introduce a lower drink-driving limit for novice motorists.

Map shows flu hospitalisations across London, with Barts and Croydon reporting the most cases

A map of London hospitals shows how many patients are currently hospitalised with flu, described as positive news overall. Among NHS trusts, Barts Health and Croydon report the highest number of flu-related hospitalisations.

Critical infrastructure cyberattacks expected to get nastier

Security experts are warning that attacks on critical infrastructure are likely to grow in scale and severity, with more intrusions aimed at operational technology. Geopolitics is pushing nation-state actors toward disruption and damage, while the usual chaos squad of criminals and hacktivists keeps the baseline misery humming.

FCC IoT “Cyber Trust Mark” labeling effort loses its lead administrator

UL Solutions has quit as lead administrator of the FCC’s consumer IoT security labeling program, leaving the Cyber Trust Mark effort without its central overseer. The exit follows internal security reviews that reportedly raised concerns about potential foreign influence, which is an impressively on-brand way to derail a security program.

Trump warns Republicans of impeachment if they lose the House

President Donald Trump told House Republicans that if they lose control of the House in November, Democrats would move to impeach him. Nothing says “please focus on policy” like pre-ordering the next constitutional cage match.

Israel’s foreign minister visits Somaliland after recognition, backlash grows

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar traveled to Somaliland and is expected to meet President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi in Hargeisa, the first such visit since Israel formally recognized the breakaway region last month. Somalia and several Arab, Islamic, and African states condemned the move, and reports have floated links to proposals about relocating displaced Palestinians from Gaza and potential Israeli military access. Somaliland has denied this, insisting the relationship is purely diplomatic.

Penn State nearly stuns No. 2 Michigan, still winless in Big Ten

Penn State men’s basketball, without injured leading scorer Kayden Mingo, rallied from 13 down but lost 74-72 to undefeated No. 2 Michigan on the final possession. Ivan Jurić scored a career-high 20, Freddie Dilione V’s potential game-winning 3 missed at the buzzer, and Penn State now gets to visit No. 5 Purdue, because the schedule apparently believes in tough love.

Anthropic’s Claude Code lead touts “parallel agent” workflow for developers

Boris Cherny, who leads Claude Code at Anthropic, described a setup where one developer runs multiple Claude agents in parallel, juggling terminal tabs with notifications and 5 to 10 more in a browser. The pitch is a “do more with less” future powered by task handoffs, verification loops, and shared memory, which is great until management hears “less” and starts sharpening spreadsheets.

Russia reportedly escorts sanctioned oil tanker across Atlantic

Russia has reportedly sent a submarine and other naval vessels to escort the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera, formerly the sanctioned Bella 1, as it heads toward northern Russia. With the U.S. Coast Guard said to be considering boarding and multiple countries tracking the ship near Ireland, the situation is raising fears of a confrontation, plus lingering speculation about whether it is carrying more than oil.

Zegras shines as Flyers beat Ducks again, Gauthier booed

Trevor Zegras scored twice against his former team as the Flyers beat the Ducks again, while Cutter Gauthier continued to face sustained fan backlash. Sports remains the only arena where grudges are treated like a community arts program.

West Philadelphia shooting leaves man and bystander wounded

Philadelphia police are searching for a suspect after a man and an innocent bystander were shot outside a beer distributor in West Philadelphia. Authorities have not announced an arrest, and the case highlights, again, how easily violence spills onto people who were never part of the dispute.

Authorities cite videos and transcripts in Brown shootings investigation

Transcripts and several videos recorded by Claudio Manuel Neves Valente around the time of the Brown shootings allegedly show he acted out of a grudge and expressed no remorse, according to authorities. Investigators say the materials help establish motive and state of mind as the ca