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Donald Trump’s lawyers are asking Judge Aileen Cannon to issue sanctions over Jack Smith (left) and other government prosecutors for ‘bad-faith behavior’

BREAKINGpolitics

Trump was 'most culpable' for Jan 6 riot and would have been convicted in court, Jack Smith told Congress in sensational newly released testimony

Former special counsel said he had 'no doubt that the President wants to seek retribution against me'

<p>A toddler was found after an attempted carjacking as police try to identify him</p>

crime

Cops trying to reunite toddler left behind by would-be car thief in LA with his family

<p>Mark Levin and Megyn Kelly have been facing off amid the ongoing MAGA civil war</p>

politics

Mark Levin trashes former Fox News colleague Megyn Kelly as MAGA feud escalates: ‘Grandma Groyper’

<p>Marla Maples warned President Donald Trump in the 1990s that there was something “off” about Jeffrey Epstein, according to a new report.</p>

politics

Marla Maples warned Trump something was ‘off’ with Epstein, new report reveals, before he was kicked out of Mar-a-Lago

New Year 2026

The world begins to welcome 2026: Photos of New Year's celebrations around the globe

New Year's Eve Australia

<p>President Donald Trump arrives to greet Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at his Mar-a-Lago club, Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Palm Beach, Fla</p>

politics

A Happy MAGA New Year! Trump parties down at Mar-a-Lago as polls plummet and he wishes misery on Republican colleagues

<p>Kate Beckinsale has addressed her weight loss in a new video</p>

Kate Beckinsale addresses weight loss in emotional video: ‘It’s like my body has closed down’

<p>Donald Trump and Nicolas Maduro</p>

politics

Venezuelan security forces have detained several Americans since Trump began military campaign: report

<p>Going through your existing wardrobe is key to creating a polished look for 2026</p>

I’m a stylist. Here’s how to give your wardrobe a New Year reset

<p>ICE will utilize a $100 million budget to increase targeted advertising at individuals who may be a good fit to serve as immigration law enforcement </p>

POLITICS

ICE plots $100M ‘wartime recruitment’ blitz targeting gun shows, UFC fights and patriotic podcasts: report

<p>The midnight temperature in New York could be the coldest since 2017 and 2018, meteorologists say</p>

NEWS

Times Square revelers brace for coldest New Year’s Eve temps in years as nasty weather derails iconic celebrations

<p>New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn in at an abandoned subway stop below City Hall on New Year’s Eve to pay tribute to the 'lifeblood' of the Big Apple</p>

politics

Incoming NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to be sworn in at abandoned subway stop on NYE

<p>What stores are open on New Year’s Day</p>

What stores are open and closed on New Year’s Day?

<p>The kids of today aren’t just digital natives — they’re AI natives. But computer science graduates aren’t that employable anymore, and coding is becoming a blue-collar job. So what’s next?</p>

In fOCUS

‘Learn to code’ is dead. So what the heck should you actually teach your kids in the age of AI?

<p>Jill Biden married Bill Stevenson (pictured) in 1970 while she was still a college student. The pair divorced in 1975, 12 months after separating. Two years later, she married former President Joe Biden in 1977</p>

news

Woman married to Jill Biden’s ex-husband is found dead following 911 call

<p>Once a fierce Trump loyalist, Boebert issued a scathing response after the president vetoed a bill aimed at supporting Colorado’s water infrastructure</p>

politics

Lauren Boebert hints Trump’s decision to veto key project in her state was retaliation amid Epstein fallout

<p>Trading is expected to be light ahead of the New Year’s Day holiday, when markets will be closed. </p>

US stocks slip as trading winds down for year-end

<p>After George Clooney criticized her by name in a recent interview, Bari Weiss emailed him with an invitation to tour the newsroom.</p>

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Bari Weiss makes pointed dig at new French citizen George Clooney after he slammed her CBS News takeover: ‘Bonjour!’

<p>David Beckahm excludes son Brooklyn from 2025 post with his family</p>

David Beckham shares 2025 round-up featuring entire family except son Brooklyn amid feud

<p>A case of measles was detected at Newark Liberty International Airport</p>

news

Measles cases detected at two major US airports

<p>Tatiana Schlossberg has been diagnosed with terminal cancer</p>

NEWS

Trump elevates social media posts attacking the Kennedys as family mourns cancer death of JFK's 35-year-old granddaughter

<p>Donald Trump's members-only Mar-a-Lago club in Palm Beach, Florida</p>

politics

New report casts light on Epstein’s ban from Mar-a-Lago

<p>Major drugmakers are set to raise the price of hundreds of drugs in the U.S., despite pressure from the Trump administration to cut prices</p>

politics

Despite Trump pressure, Big Pharma is raising hundreds of drug prices

<p>In a new book, crossword constructor Natan Last argues that the popular word puzzles impact Americans' political views.</p>

politics

Cryptic clues: Is your daily crossword affecting your political views?

Trump Reshapes The World

<p>The Kennedy Center changed its rules so that President Donald Trump's name could be added to the organization, according to a new report.</p>

Kennedy Center changed rules so Trump’s name could be added: report

Current and former members said that the rule change has been a source of debate and confusion.

<p>George Clooney hopes Donald Trump does 'well' during his presidency</p>

George Clooney on his once-friendly relationship with Donald Trump: 'He used to call me a lot'

news

Peruvian shamans send message to Trump in 2026 predictions

<p>CNN Chief Political Analyst David Axelrod has said Republicans should be on edge over President Donald Trump’s focus on remodeling Washington D.C., which he called his 'Marie Antoinette thing'</p>

politics

Former Obama adviser David Axelrod says the GOP should be on edge over Trump's 'Marie Antoinette thing'

politics

All the things Trump has named after himself in first year of his term

Washington has many buildings and monuments named after presidents, but that has traditionally occurred well after they have left office

<p>President Trump himself has discussed building a White House ballroom for years, even before entering politics. </p>

news

Trump’s ballroom plans are nothing new, says longtime White House aide

<p>California Governor Gavin Newsom has trolled Donald Trump once again, questioning the president’s knowledge of America’s national bird after he posted a photo of a dead falcon and claimed windmills are killing 'our beautiful Bald Eagles'</p>

politics

Newsom trolls ‘Dozy Don’ after Trump posts photo of dead falcon and claims windmills are killing ‘our beautiful Bald Eagles’

<p>A federal judge says there may have been an ‘improper motivation’ to bring charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia after federal prosecutors coordinated with Justice Department officials</p>

Politics

Judge says top DOJ officials pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia after he fought deportation error

Bulletin

<p>The president’s annual New Year’s bash was set to kick off Wednesday evening at the Palm Beach manor and club owned by the president and is expected to be well-attended by the MAGA elite.</p>

Trump to ring in New Year at lavish gala as GOP power splinters in DC

Lauren Boebert blasts Trump veto and insists ‘this isn’t over’

<p>A new deep-sea search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 has begun</p>

What we know about fresh search for flight MH370

<p>MTV is shutting down its 24-hour music channels in many regions worldwide after today</p>

MTV’s music channels are dead after 44 years

More News

<p>An example of ISIS media releases that were sent by suspect John Michael Garza Jr.</p>

crime

Texas man accused of attempting to fund and supply bomb materials to ISIS after undercover NYPD sting

<p>The hikers were found on Mount Baldy, known as one of the deadliest peaks in the country</p>

Three hikers found dead in California including teen who fell 500ft from ‘Devil’s Backbone’

Anthony Joshua, pictured, defeated Jake Paul less than a fortnight ago (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Anthony Joshua latest: Crash ‘shook family deeply,' boxer’s uncle says

Airen Andula, 13, was found dead in Missouri

crime

Man facing multiple charges after 13-year-old neighbor is found dead from an apparent animal attack

<p>Nell Fisher as Holly Wheeler in 'Stranger Things'</p>

Stranger Things fixes editing mistake after fans called it out

<p>Millions of borrowers are considered in default, meaning they are 270 days past due on their payments</p>

Student loan in default? Don’t ignore garnishment letter, expert warns

<p>Considered a shoo-in for a third Senate term, Campbell stunned supporters when he dropped out of the race in 2004</p>

politics

Former senator and jewelry maker Ben Nighthorse Campbell who ‘accidentally’ became a politician dies at 92

<p>‘Wuthering Heights’, ‘The Drama’, ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ and ‘The Odyssey’ lead our 2026 preview</p>

20 movies to look out for in 2026, from The Odyssey to Devil Wears Prada 2

<p>Donald Trump was an early and eager adopter of AI-generated images in 2025, but he wasn’t the only one</p>

politics

Trump memes, chip diplomacy, and MechaHitler: AI ate politics in 2025

Artificial intelligence influenced nearly every aspect of politics in 2025, from campaign tactics to global diplomacy

<p>Air travelers to Las Vegas during November, its busiest month, was down by 9.6 percent year over year, according to data from Harry Reid International Airport</p>

news

Las Vegas' struggling tourist industry posts another worrying stat during what should have been the busiest week of the year

<p>After years out of the limelight Culkin has been steadily working as an actor once again</p>

Macaulay Culkin says fans must abide by three ‘rules’ before approaching him

<p>Creating a system for returning unwanted gifts can help you stay organized and meet deadlines</p>

Money

Five steps to organize your holiday returns

<p>Mickey Rourke arriving for the 81st Academy Awards</p>

Mickey Rourke facing eviction from LA home over $60,000 in unpaid rent

<p>Police say they have found a body in the search for Camila Mendoza Olmas, a 19-year-old from Texas who went missing on Christmas Eve</p>

news

Body found in search for missing Texas teen Camila Mendoza Olmos, police say

<p>Maria Shriver issued an emotional statement after the death of her cousin Caroline Kennedy's daughter Tatiana Schlossberg</p>

Maria Shriver calls cousin Caroline Kennedy ‘a rock’ after her daughter Tatiana Schlossberg’s death at 35

<p>Workers tend to flowers next to a 2026 New Year banner in Hanoi </p>

Psychologists reveal mind trick for sticking to your New Year’s goals

<p>Timothée Chalamet in Josh Safdie’s ‘Marty Supreme’</p>

Timothée Chalamet spanked ‘for hours’ during filming of Marty Supreme

<p>Queen Camilla shared her experience of being assaulted as a teenager on a special edition of BBC Radio 4's Today programme</p>

British Royals

Queen Camilla speaks for the first time about being assaulted on a train

Health check-ups are simple, proactive habits that can help you feel more in control of your health (Alamy/PA)

health

Five health checks to have this year

News

National Guard deploys to New Orleans for New Year’s Eve celebrations, one year after terror attack killed 14

<p>'The Wire' star Isiah Whitlock Jr, pictured in New York in 2017, has died at the age of 71</p>

News

Isiah Whitlock Jr, actor known as The Wire’s Clay Davis, dies aged 71

<p>Starting from January 1, makers of products using masa flour will be required to add folic acid to their mixture</p>

NEWS

Every tortilla sold in California will need to have one extra ingredient in the New Year. Here's why

<p>Gibson and Ross met through mutual friends in 2014</p>

news

Mel Gibson, 69, separates from 35-year-old partner Rosalind Ross after nine years together

<p>Stefon Diggs, a wide receiver for the New England Patriots, is facing criminal charges in Massachusetts</p>

News

Patriots star Stefon Diggs charged with assault and strangulation

news

Here are the most bizarre New Year’s Eve drops in the US

<p>Hammer time: Hundreds of new laws will come into force on January 1, 2026</p>

News

Deepfake porn, plastic bags and loud commercials: These are the new laws taking effect in America on January 1

<p>Large amounts of screen time for toddlers has been linked to anxiety during their teenage years, according to a new study</p>

Health

Large amounts of toddler screen time linked to teen anxiety

Product Reviews

<p>Wearing both trackers simultaneously, I was able to analyze differences in data and coaching approach</p>

Whoop vs Oura Ring: Which wearable is right for you?

<p>The $20 <a href="https://go.linkby.com/CPQXWCKF/products/natural-deodorant?_pos=2&_sid=acdad98e7&_ss=r&variant=44363764924666">aluminum-free deodorant</a> comes in five scents</p>

The natural deodorant that doubles up as a perfume

Health & Families

Amazfit’s $99 helio strap vs Whoop: Which fitness tracker is better?

<p>“I have seen so many people with mature skin shy away from foundation as they worry it will make them look older,” says the beauty mogul</p>

Charlotte Tilbury reveals the product she recommends for mature skin

Culture

Netflix is about to remove two of its most re-watched titles

<p>Ricky Gervais laughs onstage during his latest Netflix comedy special 'Mortality'</p>

Ricky Gervais doesn’t care about his legacy in crass Netflix special

<p>Danielle Marsh at an OMEGA event in Kyoto, Japan in June 2025 </p>

Ador sues former NewJeans member Danielle Marsh for £22m

Brigitte Bardot courted controversy until the end

<p>LAS DIEZ PELÍCULAS</p>

What to watch over new year, from Here We Go to Avatar

<p>‘Stranger Things’ will conclude on New Year’s Day</p>

The online revolt over Stranger Things is proof of a modern TV dilemma

Lifestyle

<p>An herb first used in Ancient Greece comes with some major health benefits like protecting bone strength and nervous system health</p>

Health & Families

The herb that can lower your blood pressure and help you sleep

<p>These licorice-tasting seeds make dishes warmer and might provide some crucial health benefits, according to international researchers.</p>

Health & Families

The holiday spice that fights depression

<p>A calming blend of soft neutrals and natural materials in this gorgeous living space</p>

Health & Families

Home design experts reveal their top interiors trends for 2026

<p>Frankie says relax: Should you dress up for the airport, or prioritise comfort?</p>

‘Treated like cattle’: Readers reject calls for smarter airport dress

<p>More than ten million adults in the UK hold gym memberships</p>

Health & Families

The physical warning sign to change what you’re doing at the gym

<p>’Weight creep’ doesn’t have to be inevitable</p>

Health & Families

Most adults will gain half a kilo this year. Here’s how to stop it

<p>In vogue: Grey, tassels and miniskirts are all in this year</p>

From Library core to tassels – the five big fashion trends for 2026

Soundtracking with Edith Bowman is a film and TV podcast. (Soundtracking with Edith Bowman/PA)

5 new podcasts to listen to this week

Partner content

Shop holiday gifts with heart this festive season

Interested in trying CBD? Lazarus Naturals offers clarity with its pure ingredients

<p>Cold Plasma Plus+ Advanced Hydrating Complex</p>

Cold Plasma Plus+ Advanced Hydrating Complex is multi-tasking skincare

Only at iHerb: The exclusive California Gold Nutrition NMN

Latest videos

Anthony Joshua trainer shared post on enjoying life days before crash

Trump threatens Iran with ‘powerful’ consequences over nuclear program

Trump caught on hot mic complaining about Nobel Peace Prize

<p>The U.S. launched a deadly strike against ISIS terrorists in Nigeria Thursday night, according to the Department of Defense</p>

Video: Trump launches deadly US strike against Isis in Nigeria

Travel

<p>American Airlines is one of three US carriers in the ranking</p>

Best and worst airlines for long-haul flights revealed

<p>The Caledonian Sleeper to Fort William begins in gloomy Euston, but ends amid some of Scotland's most majestic scenery</p>

Why the Caledonian Sleeper is one of the world’s best train journeys

<p>Escape to one of Cape Verde’s many islands for a blissful break in the sun</p>

I have visited every Cape Verde island and these are its best hotels

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GTA 5's Ned Luke has been swatted again and the police now know him by name

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Michal Kicinski acquires GOG from CD Projekt and gamers point out same thing

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