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ParadeKendall Jenner Poses Topless in Risqué New Photos Flaunting Her Tiny Waist
Fans called the pics 'so pretty.'
- HuffPost
Barron Trump Introduces Himself In Video With Donald Trump And People Have Same Reaction
Many viewers said the same thing when a clip emerged of Trump's youngest son talking to Dana White and others.
- Evening Standard
Actress Miho Nakayama found dead in bathtub aged 54 just hours before performance
Nakayama’s team said they were ‘shocked and saddened’ by her death
- PA Media: UK News
Mother and daughter who ‘terrorised’ neighbours with campaign of abuse jailed
Susan Chen, 61, and her solicitor daughter Linda Lu, 35, were jailed for five-and-a-half years on Friday for their ‘malicious’ behaviour.
- The Daily Beast
Neighbor Complains Meghan Markle Isn’t ‘Asset’ to Community
One Montecito neighbor is speaking out against the wealthy California enclave’s royal residents, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. “I personally don’t think that Meghan is an asset to our community,” said Richard Mineards, one of their close neighbors. “She doesn’t really go out or get involved with the community.” Mineards had a slightly different take on Prince Harry.
- Hello!
Hugh Grant's frank comment on ex-girlfriends after Elizabeth Hurley shock
About A Boy actor Hugh Grant has made a rare comment about his past high-maintenance girlfriends after ex Elizabeth Hurley reveals they no longer speak
- Yahoo News Australia
Locals told to steer clear of popular Aussie beach after rare discovery: 'Numerous risks'
Authorities have told people and their pets to avoid the area, with warning signs set in place.
- The Independent
Trio arrested after two kids locked in ‘bug-infested’ home found begging for help from broken window
The two boys, ages 4 and 5, had been locked inside the cockroach-infested, ‘filthy’ bedroom since 2023, police say
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Alex de Minaur's surprise move ahead of awkward showdown with girlfriend Katie Boulter
Alex de Minaur has made a huge claim ahead of next year's Australian Open. Find out more here.
- CNN Business
There’s a rude awakening in store for the DOGE bros
Once upon a time, a brash outsider entered the Oval Office with a promise to “drain the swamp.” He brought in a posse of businesspeople, led by a leading industrialist, to work like “tireless bloodhounds” to root out inefficiencies in Washington’s vast bureaucracy.
- The Independent
Ukraine-Russia war latest: US plans avalanche of Kyiv military aid as Putin’s forces to use ‘any means’ to win
US committed to delivering hundreds of thousands of artillery rounds, thousands of rockets, and hundreds of armoured vehicles by mid-January
- Yahoo Lifestyle
Samantha Armytage announces shock split from husband Richard Lavender: 'Breakups are hard'
Samantha Armytage has confirmed she and her husband Richard Lavender have split up, saying, "All breakups are hard." Read more.
- Reuters
Ukraine shows off new 'rocket-drone' in bid to boost long-range strikes
Ukraine showed off a new locally-produced "rocket-drone" on Friday which it said could fly 700 km (430 miles) - more than twice the longest range attributed to missiles supplied by Western allies. The unmanned craft, called "Peklo" - which means hell in Ukrainian - is the second such "rocket drone" unveiled by Kyiv as it tries to increase its ability to strike deep into Russia, which invaded 33 months ago. The drones could reach speeds of 700 kph, a representative from Ukraine's state arms manufacturer Ukroboronprom told reporters at a ceremony where they were officially handed over to the armed forces.
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Pat Cummins takes swipe at Adam Gilchrist and David Warner over claims about Aussie Test team
It comes after a storm created by Josh Hazlewood's comments. Read more here.
- Hello!
Inside Blackadder star Tony Robinson's private life: From his wife Louise to rarely-seen children
Find out more about Blackadder star Tony Robinson's private life away from the spotlight...
- Evening Standard
North Korean troops so 'poorly trained' that Putin army yet to throw them into battle, say western officials
The DPRK soldiers are expected to be used in the fight for the Kursk region of Russia
- BuzzFeed
17 Simple Things That Were Once Normal But Are Now Considered Luxuries Proving How Much Times Have Changed
"I remember not having to download an app to do this."
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Terrell May drops staggering claim about Ben Hunt in new revelation about ugly Roosters exit
The new Wests Tigers signing has broken his silence on the drama. Find out more here.
- Yahoo Lifestyle
Prince Harry addresses Meghan Markle divorce rumours: 'Not a good thing'
Prince Harry has addressed mounting speculation this his marriage to Meghan Markle is on the rocks in a new interview. Read more.
- Yahoo Sport Australia
Jarome Luai could return to Panthers in shock new reveal about $6 million Wests Tigers contract
Jarome Luai is free to leave the Tigers three years early. Read more here.