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Sir Keir Starmer has emphasized the significance of the Southport killings as a turning point for the UK, cautioning that terrorism has evolved and now poses a new threat from individuals fixated on extreme violence. The prime minister defended the government's handling of the case, stressing the importance of maintaining transparency to ensure justice is served in the trial of Axel Rudakubana, who pleaded guilty to multiple charges including murder and attempted murder at a...

In an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Gariaband district, at least 12 Naxalites were killed, following the deaths of two women Naxalites and an injured CoBRA jawan in a previous operation. A fresh exchange of fire resulted in the additional deaths of 12 Naxalites in a forest along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border. The joint operation involved security personnel from DRG, CRPF, CoBRA, and SOG, leading to the neutralization of two women Naxalites and the recovery...

Bradley Cooper brought girlfriend Gigi Hadid to watch the NFL playoff game in Philadelphia, where he enthusiastically supported his hometown team, the Eagles, in their victory over the Rams. The couple, romantically linked since 2023, have been seen together at various events and are also fostering a friendship between Cooper's daughter Lea and Hadid's daughter Khai, both daughters from previous relationships. Despite their busy schedules, they prioritize their relationship and family time. Full Article

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Zara McDermott appeared to address her split with Sam Thompson by sharing a cryptic TikTok post and nostalgic summer photos on Instagram, suggesting she's moved out of their shared home. The couple, who broke up after five years together, recently featured on Michael McIntyre's Big Show, creating an awkward situation as they had filmed the appearance before the split. Despite the breakup, both Zara and Sam have not publicly commented on their separation. Full Article

UK pay after inflation rose at its fastest rate in over three years, with a 3.4% increase in pay packets between September and November after accounting for price rises. Strong private sector wage growth outpaced public sector earnings, leading to expectations of a Bank of England interest rate cut to 4.5% in February despite concerns about potential inflationary pressures from rising wages. The UK's unemployment rate rose to 4.4% while vacancies decreased, with caution advised...