Italy summoned Iran’s ambassador on Thursday to demand the release of an Italian journalist, Cecilia Sala, while Tehran demanded Italy free an Iranian citizen arrested on a US warrant over a drone attack in Jordan that killed three Americans a year ago. The case involves Mohammad Abedini, one of the suspects accused of supplying drone … Read more
David Fincher has been attached to numerous projects over his 35-year career as a filmmaker, including sequels to “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo,” an adaptation of Arthur C. Clarke’s “Rendezvous With Rama,” and a sequel to “World War Z.” However, one franchise he was considered for but didn’t move forward with is “Harry Potter.” … Read more
Socialite and former “Catwoman” Jocelyn Wildenstein died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, December 31, due to phlebitis, a condition that causes a blood clot to form and block one or more veins. Her longtime partner, Lloyd Klein, shared memories of her final hours, describing how they were getting ready for the new year when … Read more
Chicago Bears cornerback Jaylon Johnson has been selected to play in the upcoming Pro Bowl Games, marking his second appearance at the prestigious event. The announcement comes as a rare bright spot for the struggling Bears team, which is currently mired in a 10-game losing streak and sits with a 4-12 record. Johnson’s inclusion on … Read more
China’s buying spree for electric vehicles (EVs) drove record sales for top players BYD, Nio, Xpeng, Li Auto, Leapmotor, and Geely’s Zeekr in December. The 20,000 yuan ($2,740) subsidy for replacing oil-guzzling cars with EVs encouraged customers to buy ahead of the year-end, as they sought to benefit from the incentive before its expiration. However, … Read more
Former NFL player and analyst Louis Riddick has completed an interview with the New York Jets for their general manager position. Riddick, 55, currently works as an NFL and college football analyst for ESPN and ABC. Before joining ESPN in 2013, Riddick held various front office positions with the Washington Commanders and Philadelphia Eagles. He … Read more
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US President-elect Donald Trump is set to hold a victory rally at the Capitol One Arena in Washington D.C. on January 19, the day before his formal inauguration on January 20. The indoor event, which is expected to attract a large crowd, will be part of Trump’s signature rally-style events that allow him to connect … Read more
XRP has made significant gains against Bitcoin in recent months, with its price skyrocketing over 10% against the leading cryptocurrency. This latest surge comes on the heels of a 320% growth against Bitcoin in November. While some experts view this as a correction rather than a reversal of the trend to the downside, others see … Read more
Carnell Warren, a 6-foot-4 wide receiver from Bluffton (S.C.) High School, has pledged his commitment to Virginia Tech football. The junior announced his decision during halftime of the 2025 Under Armour All-America Game, choosing the Hokies over fellow ACC programs Georgia Tech, Duke, and Wake Forest. Warren expressed his enthusiasm for joining a program he … Read more