Ukraine is Allowed to Fire US-made Missiles into Russia

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

Rosie Millard, the chair of the BBC’s Children in Need, resigned over the charity's grants to LGBT Youth Scotland (LGBTYS), whose former chief was convicted of child sex assaults. The charity awarded £466,000 to LGBTYS, led by James Rennie, a member of a paedophile ring, despite new management being in place when the grants began. Children in Need suspended funding to LGBTYS after Millard raised concerns about the 2009 case, eventually withdrawing support following a...

The United States believes Russia fired an intermediate-range ballistic missile on Ukraine, based on the design of a longer-range ICBM, causing concerns about European missile defense. The experimental missile was said to be limited in quantity, initially mistaken for an ICBM, and was launched with a conventional warhead but could potentially be modified. Russian President Putin confirmed the strike on a Ukrainian military facility with the new missile, raising fears of escalation in the ongoing...

After President Biden authorized Ukraine to use American-supplied long-range missiles against Russia, Ukraine launched ATACMS and British Storm Shadow missiles at Russian targets. The Pentagon expressed concern over Russia's experimental missile launch, which Moscow had notified the U.S. about beforehand. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy accused Russia of escalating the conflict by firing intercontinental ballistic missiles into Ukraine, prompting him to highlight Moscow's fear of Ukraine in his address. Full Article

Gov. Gavin Newsom visited the Central Valley to promote his upcoming jobs plan, acknowledging that some regions feel left out of California's economic success. The governor emphasized the importance of blue-collar jobs and apprenticeship programs in addressing economic disparities, particularly in areas that supported Donald Trump. Newsom, who is considering a presidential run, is focusing on economic issues and reaching out to all voters, including those in red counties, to address concerns about the state's...

Bee Gees drummer Dennis Bryon died just four days before Colin Petersen, the group's original sticksman, at the ages of 75 and 78, respectively. Bryon, known for his time with the band from 1974 to 1980, was praised by his Amen Corner bandmates Blue Weaver and Andy Fairweather Low. Petersen, who played on several Bee Gees albums, including 1st and Odessa, was a beloved member of tribute act The Best Of The Bee Gees before...