Britain's car finance industry is in crisis – with banks bracing for billions in payouts

Habs fans have experienced a roller-coaster season, with high hopes at the start following three difficult years. Kent Hughes brought in Patrik Laine, generating excitement, and management promised a competitive team. However, the Canadiens have struggled to secure a playoff spot, leaving fans uncertain about the team's future. Full Article

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Scottie Barnes returned to the Toronto Raptors lineup after missing 11 games with a fractured right orbital bone, looking strong in his first full contact practice since the injury. Head coach Darko Rajakovic confirmed Barnes' return for the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, where Barnes had an impressive performance, contributing to the team's win. Rookie Ja’Kobe Walter also made a comeback after missing six games due to a shoulder injury, while the Raptors were still...

SEC Chair Gary Gensler will resign on Jan. 20, paving the way for President-elect Donald Trump to choose a replacement. Gensler led the commission since 2021, implementing a bold regulatory approach, especially towards cryptocurrencies. The expectation is for Trump to select a new chair more favorable to Wall Street and crypto, with Gensler acknowledging the honor of serving the SEC mission in a press release. Full Article

Police in Finland have detained five suspects in connection with deadly violence in southeastern Nigeria, with one suspect, Simon Ekpa, a dual Finnish-Nigerian citizen, under criminal investigation for allegedly promoting violence through social media channels. Ekpa is linked to the Biafran separatist movement seeking an independent state in Nigeria's troubled southeast region. The investigation involves international cooperation, and Nigerian authorities have accused Ekpa of inciting violence among his followers in Nigeria, many of whom are...

During his 2022 inauguration, Gustavo Petro, Colombia's first leftist president, emphasized the possibility of peace despite the country's longstanding internal conflict. However, halfway through his term, his "Total Peace" strategy has faced challenges, with escalating violence and stalled negotiations with armed groups. While progress has been made with the Comuneros del Sur, experts warn that these gains may not be sustainable for all groups. Full Article