Scotland could face £130bn bill to decarbonise homes and buildings

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Pam Bondi, Florida's former attorney general, to lead the Justice Department, following Matt Gaetz's withdrawal amid a scandal. Bondi, Florida's first female attorney general, had a lengthy career as a prosecutor before assuming the role in 2010. Known for her close ties to the Trump family, Bondi's appointment comes amidst a tumultuous period in US politics. Full Article

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

Cressida Bonas, who dated Prince Harry for two years, is grieving the loss of her half-sister Pandora Cooper Key, who passed away in July after battling Li-Fraumeni syndrome. As a new mother to a baby boy, Cressida expressed her heartache in a tribute, fondly remembering Pandora's impact and wisdom. Married to Harry Wentworth-Stanley since 2020, Cressida shared a touching piece she wrote about her late sister on Instagram, reflecting on the void left by Pandora's...

In an address to the Russian people at the Kremlin in Moscow, Vladimir Putin threatened to bomb the UK in response to Ukraine using British-made missiles against Russia, warning of further escalation in the ongoing war. Putin stated that Russia has the right to retaliate against countries that attack its military facilities and mentioned testing a new ballistic missile with a hypersonic warhead in combat conditions. The UK and US condemned Russia's actions, with concerns...

In WICKED, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo shine in the roles of Glinda and Elphaba, bringing emotional warmth to their characters in this Wizard of Oz origins film that transports viewers to a magical reality. Director Jon M Chu adds a deft comic touch to the story, with standout performances from the cast, including Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Yeoh. Despite the film being split into two parts, the first installment ends at a satisfying point,...

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