North Korean leader is overseeing rapid growth of East Asian nation’s missile and nuclear capabilities

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The wildest celebrity-fueled conspiracy theories of 2025 have made headlines throughout the year. Kim Kardashian reignited moon-landing doubts, prompting NASA to restate it landed on the Moon six times.

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The late Portuguese forward’s sons

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From American bourbon to single malt scotch, these are the handpicked bottles to buy

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These sommelier-approved bottles of fizz combine affordability with quality

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Dwayne Johnson and Glen Powell haven’t been able to open movies to big numbers this year – but, with ‘The Minecraft Movie’ and ‘Anaconda’, Black has opened two. Have we underestimated his appeal, asks Adam White

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A man has been arrested after stabbing eight people and injuring seven others with a chemical believed to be bleach at a tire factory in central Japan

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The new 11-hour service will be operated by Royal Air Maroc

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The US says it is targeting ISIS groups which have been attacking Christians

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Key rail stations and routes are closed for Network Rail engineering work, with coaches and flights providing intercity alternatives

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Beijing has imposed sanctions on 20 U.S. defense-related companies and 10 executives

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Surrey Police said no evidence could be found on the allegation

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The PS5 Pro, PS5 Slim and PS5 games have received priced cuts this Boxing Day

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Scotland and Nottingham Forest winger John Robertson reflected on the best goal of his career, in a resurfaced interview following the footballer’s death on Thursday (25 December).

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The small island nation supported the United States in the 2003 invasion of Iraq and is heavily reliant on the US for financial support

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The brand famously hosts just one sale a year

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Critics say Uttar Pradesh’s move reflects mounting pressure on religious minorities, with Christian organisations warning of rising hostility and violence

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‘Hastings once again is paying the price for the failures of Southern Water, ’ said local MP Helena Dollimore

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From a 12-day trip to the icy Arctic to a river cruise of the Amazon, Marc Shoffman has your guide to the most exciting expeditions of 2026

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