Former England rugby star feared dead in flood

Reform UK chairman Zia Yusuf envisions Nigel Farage becoming the next prime minister, causing concern among Westminster figures despite the party's current small number of MPs. With Farage's past electoral success and potential to disrupt the political landscape, Reform UK poses a significant threat to both major parties. Labour and Conservatives must address this threat head-on and scrutinize Reform UK's policies to counter their growing influence in British politics. Full Article

The UK government has announced its most ambitious clean power plan yet, aiming to generate 95% of its electricity from renewables by 2030 to stabilize energy prices. Energy secretary Ed Miliband described it as a significant reform to the energy system, emphasizing the importance of harnessing natural resources for national security and economic growth. This initiative follows the UK's commitment to reduce emissions by at least 81% by 2035 compared to 1990 levels, with a...

The US country report on terrorism for 2023 highlighted the impact of terrorist groups like ISIS, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Jaish-e-Mohammed in India, particularly in Jammu & Kashmir. The report praised India's efforts in combating terrorism, but did not address Pakistan's role in cross-border terrorism. Despite Pakistan's steps to counter terrorism financing, the report noted a significant increase in terrorist attacks in the country. Full Article

The Lok Sabha witnessed intense exchanges between the ruling party and opposition during the Parliament Winter Session's Constitution Debate, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh accusing Congress of prioritizing power over the Constitution, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticizing the BJP for undermining constitutional protections. The session, commemorating the 75th anniversary of India's Constitution, will continue in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to reply in Lok Sabha and Home Minister...

Bret McCann, whose grandparents were killed in the 2010s, expressed relief after the parole board denied Travis Vader day parole due to his poor community supervision history and risk to the public. Vader was convicted of manslaughter for the deaths of Lyle and Marie McCann, who went missing in 2010, with their bodies never found. McCann supports "No body, no parole" laws and hopes for the passage of "McCann's law" to prevent convicted killers from...

Boston is embracing soup season with a variety of hot soup options available in the city, ranging from clam chowder at Union Oyster House to chicken noodle soup at New England Soup Factory. Readers recommended a diverse selection of soup spots, including ramen, pho, and lentil soups, with 123 restaurants listed in Greater Boston where you can enjoy a comforting bowl of soup during the cold months. Full Article