Curling Rules and Hammer Strategy for 2026 Winter Olympics
A comprehensive guide to curling at the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, explaining the rules, hammer advantage, and team strategies across three medal events.
Category : Politics
Non-Binary Co-Star Brands Lithgow's Harry Potter Casting Hurtful
Aud Mason-Hyde has described John Lithgow's decision to play Dumbledore in the new Harry Potter series as disconcerting and difficult, despite praising him as a beautiful human and talented actor.
Maitlis on Prince Andrew's 'Bizarre' Denial in Newsnight Interview
Emily Maitlis reveals she was left stunned by Prince Andrew's denial of meeting Virginia Giuffre during their infamous 2019 Newsnight interview, calling his explanation about the photo 'bizarre'.
Kenworthy Receives Abuse After Criticising US Immigration Agency ICE
British freestyle skier Gus Kenworthy reveals he has received horrific abuse, including death threats, after posting criticism of US immigration enforcement agency ICE on social media.
Kenworthy Faces Death Threats Over Anti-ICE Instagram Post
British freestyle skier Gus Kenworthy reports receiving death threats following his Instagram post targeting ICE. The Winter Olympian condemned the hate messages while reaffirming his stance against injustice.
Childcare Worker Accused of Drugging Toddlers with Laxatives
A childcare worker in Illinois allegedly gave toddlers laxatives disguised as lollies to send them home early, claiming she felt overwhelmed. Three victims under two years old have been identified.
Bad Bunny's Zara Super Bowl Halftime Show Makes History
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny made Super Bowl history by performing entirely in Spanish while wearing affordable Zara clothing, rejecting couture norms for accessible high-street fashion on the global stage.
Teacher Banned After Hair Caught in Classroom Machinery
Design and technology teacher Edward Webb has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after a year 10 student's hair became entangled in machinery during a lesson at Cove School in Farnborough.
Lindsey Vonn's Olympic Crash: Broken Leg and Hospital Transfer
Lindsey Vonn suffered a broken leg at the 2026 Winter Olympics after a crash, requiring surgery and a hospital transfer due to complex needs. Her condition is stable as she recovers.
Swinney Hails Jeane Freeman as 'Wise Counsellor' in Pandemic
First Minister John Swinney has paid tribute to former Scottish health secretary Jeane Freeman, who died aged 72, describing her as a 'wise counsellor' during the terrifying Covid-19 pandemic period.
Europe Must Be Bolder with US, Says Munich Security Report
A report for the Munich Security Conference states Europe must become more assertive and militarily independent from the US under Trump, amid ideological clashes over NATO, Ukraine, and trade.
Trump Criticises Bad Bunny's Spanish Super Bowl Performance
Donald Trump has condemned Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show, calling it an affront to America. The Puerto Rican star made history with a nearly all-Spanish performance.
Turning Point USA's Super Bowl Show Draws 5 Million Viewers
Turning Point USA's alternative Super Bowl halftime show attracted an average of 4-5 million viewers, significantly fewer than Bad Bunny's projected 128 million audience for the official performance.
Turning Point USA Super Bowl Show Draws 5 Million Viewers
The MAGA-friendly halftime alternative, featuring Kid Rock, attracted far fewer viewers than Bad Bunny's historic Super Bowl performance, which reached an estimated 128 million.
Starmer's Future After McSweeney Resignation Analysed
Keir Starmer faces pressure after his chief of staff quit amid scandal. Historical precedents show prime ministers often endure for years after losing key advisers, but Labour divisions deepen.
Winter Olympics: Palestine Absent, Israel Competing Amid Conflict
The International Olympic Committee explains why Palestine has no athletes at the Winter Games while Israel competes, despite ongoing hostilities in Gaza.
Ransom Deadline Nears in Search for Savannah Guthrie's Mother
Investigators confirm blood found at Nancy Guthrie's home as the deadline on a $6 million ransom note approaches. The family vows to pay, but authenticity remains unverified.
Seth Rogen's Tribute to Catherine O'Hara at DGA Awards
Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg dedicated their Directors Guild Award to the late Catherine O'Hara, calling her an 'utter genius' and a childhood inspiration.
Jake Paul Criticised by Brother Over Super Bowl Comments
Jake Paul has sparked controversy by calling Bad Bunny a 'fake American' during the Super Bowl halftime show, drawing criticism from his own brother Logan and his promotional star Amanda Serrano.
Peaty and Ramsay End Honeymoon as Family Dispute Continues
Olympic swimmer Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay share final moments of their luxurious honeymoon in Australia, while family tensions with his estranged mother persist.
BBC Pulls Mandy Special Over Trump and Putin Fears
The BBC has postponed the Mandy Christmas special until 2026 due to controversial plotlines involving Vladimir Putin and timing with Donald Trump's lawsuit.
EU Demands Immediate Release of Jimmy Lai After Hong Kong Sentence
The European Union has issued a strong statement calling for the immediate and unconditional release of Hong Kong pro-democracy figure Jimmy Lai, who received a 20-year prison sentence for national security offences.
Prince Andrew Shared Confidential Reports with Jeffrey Epstein
Emails reveal Prince Andrew allegedly forwarded confidential government trade reports to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, raising serious questions about breaches of official secrecy.
Starmer Under Pressure as Mandelson Scandal Claims Chief of Staff
Labour MPs demand Keir Starmer publicly grovel for his job after sacking ally Morgan McSweeney over the Peter Mandelson US ambassador appointment scandal. The Prime Minister faces a critical party meeting amid speculation about his future.
Arrest Made After Student Found Dead at University Halls
A murder investigation is underway after Carla Georgescu was discovered deceased at Ribble Hall on the University of Lancashire campus in Preston. Police have arrested a man from Hartlepool.
Israeli Forces Capture Sunni Islamist Official in Lebanon
Israeli forces have seized a local Sunni Islamist official and Hamas ally in southern Lebanon, taking him to Israel for questioning. The operation coincided with a deadly drone strike in the region.
Campaigner Arrested Before Anti-Zionist Event in Birmingham
A pro-Palestinian campaigner who celebrated October 7 as a 'homecoming' was arrested in Birmingham ahead of an anti-Zionist group launch. Latifa Abouchakra was detained on suspicion of inciting racial hatred.
Portugal Elects Socialist President, Far-Right Gains Record Vote
António José Seguro wins Portugal's presidential election with 66.8% of votes, defeating far-right rival André Ventura whose Chega party achieved a record 33.2% share despite cross-party opposition.
Paul Brothers Clash Over Bad Bunny Super Bowl Show
Jake and Logan Paul publicly disagree over Bad Bunny's 2026 Super Bowl halftime performance, sparking debate about Puerto Rican identity and American unity.
Andrew Allegedly Shared Confidential Reports with Epstein
Emails reveal the former Duke of York shared sensitive trade envoy reports with Jeffrey Epstein after his conviction, raising serious confidentiality breaches.
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