China's vice premier vows to boost Hong Kong's financial competitiveness, says stimulus push has 'benefited' the city

A cold snap continues across the UK ahead of the arrival of Storm Bert, bringing freezing temperatures and weather warnings for snow and ice. The storm is expected to bring milder temperatures but also disruption with high winds and heavy rain, potentially leading to flooding. Strong winds and heavy snowfall are anticipated, prompting warnings from authorities to check travel plans and avoid unnecessary journeys. Full Article

Utah's governor demands Denver to stop sending illegal immigrants to his state, as Denver Mayor Mike Johnston vows to resist Trump's proposed immigration policies, citing a potential "Tiananmen Square moment" if federal agents intervene. Other Democratic officials, like Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, have also pledged to uphold sanctuary city status and protect immigrants, despite Trump's plans for mass deportations and border closures with the appointment of Tom Homan as...

In the season finale of Rivals, David Tennant's character Lord Tony Baddingham slaps Cameron, leading to a violent altercation where Cameron strikes back, leaving Tony's fate uncertain. The show deviates from the original book by giving Cameron agency and strength in the scene, while also addressing modern audience sensibilities regarding physical interactions. Despite fan desire for a second season, the future of Rivals remains uncertain. Full Article

Rosie Millard, the chair of the BBC’s Children in Need, resigned over the charity's grants to LGBT Youth Scotland (LGBTYS), whose former chief was convicted of child sex assaults. The charity awarded £466,000 to LGBTYS, led by James Rennie, a member of a paedophile ring, despite new management being in place when the grants began. Children in Need suspended funding to LGBTYS after Millard raised concerns about the 2009 case, eventually withdrawing support following a...

The United States believes Russia fired an intermediate-range ballistic missile on Ukraine, based on the design of a longer-range ICBM, causing concerns about European missile defense. The experimental missile was said to be limited in quantity, initially mistaken for an ICBM, and was launched with a conventional warhead but could potentially be modified. Russian President Putin confirmed the strike on a Ukrainian military facility with the new missile, raising fears of escalation in the ongoing...

Despite resigning from the current Congress, Matt Gaetz cannot return to the 118th Congress as his resignation is final. While he initially stated he did not intend to take the oath for the 119th Congress, the possibility of him reversing his decision remains uncertain. The Ethics Committee could still extend its investigation if Gaetz returns, but if he does not, the committee may conclude its probe following his withdrawal from consideration for attorney general. Full...