Talks on pay for voluntary sector to resume on Friday – The Irish Times

In 1985, Andrew Ridgeley and George Michael of Wham! performed in China, marking a significant moment in their career. Fast forward to 2024, Wham!'s Last Christmas has become the first festive chart-topper of the year, coinciding with the song's 40th anniversary and a physical re-release. The track is facing competition from other Christmas hits, including Mariah Carey's All I Want For Christmas Is You and Tom Grennan's It Can't Be Christmas, as the race for...

The City of London Corporation approved plans for One Undershaft, a skyscraper set to be the tallest in the Square Mile at 74 storeys, featuring a public garden on the 11th floor and a London Museum education center. However, objections from Historic England and Tower Hamlets Council remain over concerns about heritage impact. The building, located between the Gherkin and Cheesegrater buildings, will offer high-quality office space and public access to the 11th floor garden,...

At The Game Awards, a big robotic theme emerged with games like Steel Hunters, a free-to-play hero shooter featuring giant mech battles developed by Wargaming, and Mecha Break, offering frantic combat and various modes from Amazing Seasun Games set to launch in spring 2025. Additionally, a new untitled project from the creators of Shadow Of The Colossus promises towering robot titans, adding to the resurgence of mech-focused games in the near future. Full Article

Jude Law celebrated receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame with director Nancy Meyers, who directed The Holiday, where they discussed the possibility of a sequel. Fans expressed their excitement and desire for a follow-up to the beloved rom-com, starring Law alongside Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, and Jack Black. Despite previous rumors, Law recently shared behind-the-scenes stories about the original film, adding a new perspective for viewers. Full Article

In the quarter-final match between Wakelin and Wu, despite initially falling behind 2-0, Wu's back-to-back breaks brought him back into the game. Wu's father advised him to check the cue tip before the fourth frame, leading to a turnaround in his performance. Although Wakelin had a strong start, Wu's impressive play and strategic decisions ultimately allowed him to secure the win and advance to the semi-finals. Full Article

The Kremlin has expressed support for Donald Trump's criticism of Ukraine, as tensions between Russia and the US escalate over Biden's approval for Kyiv to use long-range missiles against Russia. Dmitry Peskov, a spokesperson for Vladimir Putin, stated that Russia agrees with Trump's views on the situation but remains cautious about his future decisions regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Trump has criticized the use of US-supplied weapons against Russia, promising to end the war within his...