Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are very good friends, White House director confirms

Vladimir Putin has agreed to a partial ceasefire in Ukraine, halting strikes on energy plants for 30 days after a call with Donald Trump, but demands a complete cessation of foreign military aid and intelligence to Kyiv for a permanent truce. The leaders discussed negotiations for a full ceasefire and permanent peace, starting with an energy and infrastructure ceasefire and technical talks on a maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea, as well as immediate negotiations...

Netflix's Adolescence follows the story of 13-year-old Jamie, played by Owen Cooper, who is arrested for the murder of his classmate Katie. The show delves into the use of emojis to reveal the dark beliefs and online presence of the characters, shedding light on the manosphere and the red pill ideology. Stephen Graham plays Jamie's father in this gripping drama that explores themes of violence, online extremism, and the impact of toxic ideologies on impressionable...

Becky Morton, a political reporter at the House of Commons, reported on the government's plan to save £5bn annually by 2030 through changes to the benefits system. Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall unveiled the overhaul, which includes tightening eligibility for disability payments, freezing and cutting extra benefit payments for health conditions, and introducing a "right to try" for job seekers. Charities and Labour MPs expressed concerns about pushing disabled people into poverty, while the...

Aldi has become the first major UK supermarket to offer free period products in their store toilets, with a goal to have 70% of stores stocked by May 2025. Partnering with Bloody Good Period, Aldi aims to combat period poverty and provide essential products to those in need, as research shows many struggle to afford period necessities. This initiative follows similar efforts by Morrisons and the Scottish government, highlighting the importance of access to menstrual...

Denis M Art discusses the importance of quality sleep and how it can impact health, with 1 in 5 people in the UK not getting enough sleep. Panda London’s Sleep Expert Max Kirsten suggests that fruits like pineapple, cherries, bananas, kiwi, oranges, papaya, and apples can aid in promoting better sleep due to their various benefits such as anti-inflammatory properties, melatonin, magnesium, potassium, and serotonin levels. Kirsten recommends consuming these fruits before bed to encourage...

Sabrina Carpenter has sparked controversy with her risque performances, including posing seductively on a heart-shaped bed in lingerie and pulling off X-rated dance moves onstage, receiving nearly 1,000 complaints from disgruntled viewers. Despite the backlash, the 25-year-old songstress remains unapologetic, confidently embracing her sexuality and using it as a tool to stand out in the competitive music industry. With a strategic approach to courting controversy and creating memorable moments, Sabrina continues to push boundaries and...