SportElon Musk changes his name to Kekius Maximus on X

The world's richest man sparks speculation after changing his name and using a picture of Pepe the Frog.

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SportCould bike lanes reshape car-crazy Los Angeles?

LA is trying to expand its cycling network ahead of the 2028 Olympics, but some are skeptical.

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SportWhat to know about string of US hacks blamed on China

Presidential campaigns and the US telecommunications network have also been targeted by hackers in recent months.

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SportMadoff fraud victims get $4.3bn as fund completes payouts

Victims of one of the biggest frauds in US history set to recover more than 90% of proven losses.

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SportCalifornia police rescue man trapped inside burning trailer

The man had minor injuries from a fire that was sparked by a portable propane heater in the home.

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SportTwo men found dead while searching for Sasquatch

Officials started searching for the pair on Christmas after a relative reported them missing.

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SportJimmy Carter hailed as 'courageous and compassionate' after former president dies at 100

Former US President and Nobel Peace Prize winner Jimmy Carter died at the age of 100 at his home in Georgia.

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Sport'I can't go on like this': US asks what's next for healthcare

Will the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson shock the American system into change?

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SportLife in Pictures: Jimmy Carter

A look back at the life of the 39th US president.

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SportWatch the moment Carter took his presidential oath

On 20 January 1977, Jimmy Carter took his presidential oath to become the 39th president of the United States.

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SportElon Musk's 'social experiment on humanity': How X evolved in 2024

New users? New algorithms? Or something else going on behind the scenes? The story behind the new changes on the social media site

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SportBillionaire HBO creator Charles Dolan dies aged 98

The mogul who created Cablevision also owned Madison Square Garden, and the Knicks and Rangers sports teams.

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SportToddler nearly runs off cliff at Hawaii volcano

The little boy wandered off from his family and "ran straight toward the 400ft cliff edge" of the Kilauea volcano.

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SportPuerto Rican boxer Bamba dies aged 35

Puerto Rico's champion boxer Paul Bamba has died at the age of 35 less than a week after his last fight.

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SportUS homelessness hit record high in 2024

High housing costs, natural disasters and a spike in migration helped fuel the rise, officials said.

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SportGreg Gumbel, famed US sportscaster, dies at 78

Gumbel was a well-known and long-time US sports commentator with focuses on football, basketball and baseball.

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SportMan charged with murder, arson in NYC subway killing

Sebastian Zapeta is accused of setting a woman on fire and fanning the flames.

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SportUS faces deadly surf conditions and tornadoes during holidays

Winter winds brought deadly surf conditions to western states and tornadoes to Texas as parts of the US faced severe weather.

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SportBaby Driver teenage actor dies after falling from moving vehicle

Hudson Meek, 16, sustained blunt force trauma in the fall and died of his injuries two days later, authorities said.

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SportTrump names Panama ambassador amid threats to take back canal

The president-elect has repeatedly claimed that the US was being "ripped off" by Panama Canal shipping fees.

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SportWhy do US sports play on Christmas Day?

Sport takes a break around much of the world this Christmas, but not in the US where Netflix expects a record audience for its first festive NFL games and a half-time show by Beyonce.

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SportBald eagle officially declared US national bird after 250 years

The bird has been a national emblem in the US for years, but it never had an official status in the country's 248-year history.

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SportWhere is Santa right now? These people know

The Norad Tracks Santa website receives several million visitors each year from more than 200 countries and territories.

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SportFireworks explode as US house burns down

No injuries were reported from the fire but two homes were destroyed in the blaze, firefighters say.

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SportCan Donald Trump undo Joe Biden's death penalty commutations?

President-Elect Trump has vowed to expand the federal government's use of the death penalty.

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SportThe US town where it's the law to own a gun

Kennesaw, Georgia became the first American town to require people to own a gun in the 1980s.

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SportLuigi Mangione pleads not guilty to New York murder charges

The 26-year-old suspect is facing separate federal charges that could lead to a death sentence.

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SportHollywood stars support Blake Lively over legal complaint

Lively's co-stars from 2005 film The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants say they "stand with her".

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SportTiger Woods' son Charlie hits first hole-in-one

The 15-year-old hits a stunning hole-in-one at the PNC Championship.

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SportTrump threatens to try and regain control of Panama Canal

It prompts a sharp rebuke from Panama's president, who says "every square metre" of the canal belongs to his country.

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SportHeroism attributed to CEO murder suspect is alarming - Mayorkas

Some have lionised the man accused of killing healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, sharing anger at private insurers.

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SportLara Trump withdraws name from consideration for US Senate

The president-elect's daughter-in-law had been spoken of as a replacement for Senator Marco Rubio.

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SportFaced with turmoil, a defiant Trudeau hangs on - for now

As the longest serving G7 leader, the Canadian prime minister has weathered many storms. But this time might be different.

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SportUS House votes to avert government shutdown

The bill must now be passed by the Senate and signed by President Biden, otherwise government services begin to shutter.

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SportNurse imposter sentenced to seven years

Brigitte Cleroux had pled guilty to assaulting patients by IV injection while pretending to be a nurse.

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SportUS man sentenced to 130 years for murdering two girls in Indiana

Richard Allen was convicted last month for the "Delphi murders" of Liberty German, who was 14, and Abigail Williams, 13, in 2017.

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SportStarbucks baristas to strike in US, union says

It follows calls from the Workers United union for higher pay and better conditions for Starbucks baristas.

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SportLord Mandelson expected to be named as UK ambassador to US

The former minister and life peer will replace Dame Karen Pierce in early 2025.

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SportLuigi Mangione's extradition to New York explained in 73 seconds

The 26-year-old suspect now faces federal charges in the fatal shooting a healthcare insurance CEO.

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SportJeff Bezos dines with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago

The Amazon and Blue Origin founder is one of several tech leaders who has made the trip to Mar-a-Lago.

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SportCongress in disarray and shutdown looms as Trump, Musk slam spending deal

The president-elect and Elon Musk rejected the bipartisan spending plan that would prevent a government shutdown.

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SportMontana top court upholds landmark youth climate ruling

The ruling finds that youth have a "fundamental constitutional right to a clean and healthful environment".

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Sport'Murder hornets' eradicated in the US, officials say

The infamous hornets, which were first discovered in the US in 2019, have not been seen in three years.

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SportCanada announces new border rules following Trump tariff threat

The government has pledged a joint "strike force" and 24/7 aerial surveillance, as well as a host of other measures.

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SportFour paths Trudeau can take as his leadership faces scrutiny

A shock high-profile resignation has forced Canada's prime minister to contend with his plummeting popularity.

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SportTrump sues Iowa-based newspaper for 'election interference'

Trump, who recently won a $15m settlement from ABC in a defamation lawsuit, has a history of suing news outlets.

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SportFrom Ivy League student to accused CEO killer

Luigi Mangione, accused of killing a healthcare insurance boss in New York, was found with a ghost gun and $10,000.

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SportFamily of US protester killed by Israeli forces presses Blinken for investigation

Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Aysenur Ezgi Eygi's family Israel will soon finalise its own probe.

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SportNew Jersey residents 'starting to panic' over drones

US officials have said there is no evidence the drones pose a national security or public safety threat.

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SportMilei, Musk and Maga: Is Argentina influencing the US?

As Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei marks one year in office, his policies are keenly observed in the US.

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SportJamie Foxx injured in altercation at his birthday dinner

A representative said he "had to get stitches and is recovering" after the incident at a Chinese restaurant.

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SportDrone detection system deployed to New York after mystery sightings

The state governor has asked for more federal support as questions grow over objects spotted in the skies.

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SportTrump rings bell on record stock market - but will it last?

The US president-elect comes into office with a strong economy, but investors hope for more and current highs may be difficult to sustain.

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SportDaniel Penny is guest of Trump and Vance at football game

Mr Penny was acquitted earlier this week of homicide after a homeless man died when he restrained him on a subway.

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SportJude Law gets a star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

The Oscar, Tony and Olivier Award-nominated British actor is honoured on Tinseltown's boulevard of stars.

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SportTrump says Syria 'not our fight'. Staying out may not be so easy

Donald Trump has promised to keep America out of the Middle East, but Assad's dramatic fall has upended the region's balance of power.

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SportCountry singer sentenced after throwing chair off Nashville bar roof

The singer was arrested after the chair landed close to police officers on a crowded Tennessee street.

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SportHow Luigi Mangione's legal defence could take shape

Police believe forensic and ballistic evidence ties the suspect to insurance CEO Brian Thompson's killing.

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SportWatch: Small plane split in two in crash on US highway

Four people, including the pilot, have been taken to hospital in Victoria, Texas.

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SportMystery drones not from Iranian 'mothership' - Pentagon

Dozens of drone sightings have been reported over New Jersey, so far leaving the FBI baffled.

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SportHow Luigi Mangione's legal defence could take shape

Police believe forensic and ballistic evidence ties the suspect to insurance CEO Brian Thompson's killing.

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SportMurdoch loses bid to change trust in real-life 'Succession' battle

The court says Murdoch acted in "bad faith" by trying to give control of his empire to his eldest son.

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SportAllyson Felix: Safety of women athletes ‘a real problem’

The record-breaking Olympian runner is now dedicated to advocating for athletes' rights, including safety and better support.

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SportLuigi Mangione charged with murdering healthcare CEO in New York

The 26-year-old man was taken into custody at a McDonald's in the town of Altoona, Pennsylvania, on Monday.

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SportMurdoch loses bid to change trust in real-life 'Succession' battle

The court says Murdoch acted in "bad faith" by trying to give control of his empire to his eldest son.

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SportTrump tariff threat puts a strain on Canada-Mexico ties

Canadian officials have suggested striking their own trade agreements with the US - and Mexico has taken notice.

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SportJay-Z accused with Diddy in lawsuit of raping girl, 13, in 2000

Jay-Z has dismissed the action as a "blackmail attempt", while Diddy has denied the claims against him.

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SportJudge in Daniel Penny case dismisses manslaughter charge

Jurors must now deliberate over a lesser negligent homicide charge after they deadlocked on the manslaughter count.

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SportHow Jaguar lost its way - long before that controversial advert

What is really happening behind the scenes at the car brand

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SportUS jobs bounce back after hurricanes and strikes

Employers added 227,000 jobs in November as markets look ahead to what it means for interest rates.

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SportHarassment case against Lizzo dropped

The singer cannot be sued as an individual, a judge has ruled.

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SportBiden participates in last White House Christmas tree lighting

This year's US Capitol, Rockefeller, and White House trees came from Alaska, Massachusetts, and Virginia.

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SportShouting match erupts at Trump assassination attempt hearing

Republican Congressman Pat Fallon accused Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe of "playing politics".

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SportNasa delays astronaut flight around the Moon

The US is pushing back its planned return to the Moon as it fixes a heat shield issue.

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SportTrump's FBI nominee targeted in Iran-backed hack, reports say

Kash Patel's communications were the target, but the impact of the alleged attack was not yet clear, US media report.

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SportSharon Stone’s tearful message to her younger self

The film star opens up to the BBC about nearly dying, online dating, and being branded a sex symbol.

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SportLandfill search begins in Canada for remains of serial killer's victims

The families of two indigenous women murdered in Winnipeg, Manitoba, had long campaigned for the site to be searched.

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SportTrump picks investment banker Warren Stephens as UK ambassador

The billionaire donated millions to President-elect Donald Trump’s re-election campaign this year.

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SportTrump threatens 100% tariff on Brics nations if they try to replace dollar

The president-elect warned the group of nine nations against moving away from the dollar.

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SportWhy Canada’s Christmas presents may not be delivered on time this year

Small businesses are fretting as negotiations stall between Canada's postal service and its unionised workers.

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SportTrump praises 'very productive' Mar-a-Lago meeting with Trudeau

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a surprise visit to Florida as Canada seeks to the avoid blanket tariffs threatened by the president-elect.

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SportHusband decorates entire street for wife’s Christmas joy

John Reichart transforms his street into a winter wonderland for his wife Joan, who has Alzheimer’s.

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