News from December 8, 2025

Jamie’s Cook-Ahead Christmas review – at last, he moves beyond the bish-bash-bosh!

Jamie Oliver's new series, "Jamie's Cook-Ahead Christmas," offers a collection of festive recipes designed for advance preparation, aiming to reduce holiday stress. The show features freezer-friendly dishes like a versatile potato and fennel gratin, adaptable gravy with dietary variations, crispy stuffing, flavoured butters, and an arctic roll. Notably, Oliver presents...

Lucy Mangan 14 hours ago

Politics

Australia news live: ‘full steam ahead’ for Aukus deal as Wong and Marles meet Rubio and Hegseth in Washington

Former Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce has joined One Nation, a move his former colleagues found disappointing but unsurprising, linking it to a global right-wing shift. Simultaneously, Australia's under-16 social media ban takes effect, championed by PM Albanese for child welfare despite Reddit's legal challenge concerns. The RBA is expected to...

Nick Visser 14 hours ago

Sports

Wolves v Manchester United: Premier League – live

The first half between Wolves and Manchester United at Molineux concluded 1-1, against a backdrop of fan protests against Wolves' ownership. Bruno Fernandes gave United a chaotic lead in the 25th minute, but Wolves, despite their struggles and defensive lapses, found an equalizer through Bellegarde in added time. United dominated...

Will Unwin 14 hours ago

Politics

Ukraine war live: Zelenskyy leaves Downing Street after peace plan talks as Merz says Germany ‘sceptical’ about some US proposals

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with UK, French, and German leaders in London to discuss peace plans and security guarantees, amidst US pressure for territorial concessions. Simultaneously, a new US national security strategy sparked alarm in Europe by advocating for "cultivating resistance" within the EU, drawing a sharp rebuke from...

Jakub Krupa 18 hours ago

Technology

Two more arrests over Heathrow airport ‘pepper spray attack’

Two more individuals have been arrested following a suspected pepper spray assault and robbery at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 3 multi-storey car park on Sunday. A 24-year-old man faces charges of robbery and assault, while a 23-year-old woman is suspected of conspiracy to commit robbery; both are now in custody. The...

Unknown 18 hours ago

Sports

Account closures and restrictions are angering racing punters but there is an answer

British horse racing recently celebrated a significant budget victory, avoiding harmonised duty rates and being excluded from a general sports betting levy increase. This fiscal boost creates an opportune moment to address the pervasive issue of bookmakers restricting or closing accounts of successful punters, which undermines the Gambling Commission's "safe,...

Greg Wood 18 hours ago

Politics

Washington DC police chief Pamela Smith to step down, mayor announces – US politics live

Washington D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith is resigning on December 31st, citing a desire for more family time after a demanding tenure. Appointed in July 2023 as the second woman and first Black woman to lead the Metropolitan Police Department, Smith navigated significant challenges, including the controversial deployment of National...

Yohannes Lowe 22 hours ago

World

UAE tax alert: Businesses face fines up to Dh5,000 for failing to comply with e-invoicing rules

The UAE Ministry of Finance has announced a Cabinet Resolution imposing administrative fines on businesses failing to comply with its Electronic Invoicing System (EIS). This move, effective under Ministerial Decision No. (243) of 2025, aims to accelerate digital transformation and bolster tax compliance. Penalties range from Dh5,000 monthly for implementation...

Lekshmy Pavithran 22 hours ago

Technology

Nxitja e punësimit te të rinjtë/ Ibrahimaj: Mbi 7 mijë e 400 të punësuar këtë vit

Albania's government has made significant strides in youth employment and training, with 7,451 young people under 29 securing jobs this year, including 612 through the Youth Guarantee pilot program. Over 1,000 have participated in employment promotion initiatives, and more than 4,500 have enrolled in vocational education. Minister Delina Ibrahimaj emphasized...

xhir jeta 22 hours ago

Science

Ancient Egyptian pleasure boat found by archaeologists off Alexandria coast

Archaeologists have unearthed an ancient Egyptian pleasure boat off Alexandria's coast, matching descriptions by the first-century Greek historian Strabo. Dating to the first half of the first century, the 35-meter vessel, designed with a luxurious central pavilion for royal excursions and lavish festivals, was found near the submerged island of...

Dalya Alberge 1 days ago

World

The Effingers by Gabriele Tergit review – a vivid portrait of Berlin before the Nazis

German Jewish author Gabriele Tergit, a celebrated interwar journalist, is finally receiving global recognition with the English translation of her rediscovered magnum opus, *The Effingers*. Chronicling four generations of an assimilated Jewish family in Berlin from the 1870s to the 1930s, the novel offers a vibrant social and intellectual portrait...

Alexander Wells 1 days ago

Technology

Aadhaar app update: Here's a stepwise guide on how to change your linked mobile number from home

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has significantly enhanced its Aadhaar app, now allowing users to update their linked mobile number from home using face authentication. This update offers immense relief, especially for senior citizens and those with mobility challenges, by eliminating the need for physical visits to enrolment...

Jocelyn Fernandes 1 days ago

Entertainment

Terry Crews meets Ranveer Singh at Abu Dhabi GP and congratulates him on Dhurandhar

Hollywood star Terry Crews created a buzz by publicly congratulating Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh on his latest film, "Dhurandhar," at the 2025 Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Crews shared a photo with Singh, who attended the event with wife Deepika Padukone, on social media. The action film "Dhurandhar," directed...

India Today Entertainment Desk 1 days ago

Technology

IndiGo crisis due to internal planning issues: Aviation Minister to Rajya Sabha

Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu attributed IndiGo's extensive flight disruptions to internal crew rostering and planning system failures, exacerbated by new pilot rest regulations (FDTL). He assured that strict Civil Aviation Requirements protect affected passengers and an inquiry is underway. Amidst thousands of cancellations, including over 450...

Unknown 1 days ago

World

Trump said he solved the Thailand-Cambodia crisis. It has just escalated. Again.

Cambodia seeks International Court of Justice intervention for its colonial-era border disputes with Thailand, citing past successes. Thailand, however, prefers bilateral negotiations. The issue is deeply complicated by intense nationalist sentiment in both nations, making territorial concessions politically perilous for leaders. Cambodia's Hun Sen and Hun Manet regime reportedly uses...

Zach Hope 1 days ago

Health

Australia news live: energy rebates will not be extended, Chalmers says; SA Liberals confirm new leader

Australia grapples with a series of significant challenges, from a tragic firefighter fatality amid widespread bushfires in NSW and Tasmania to escalating household debt. Credit card balances reached near a four-year high, prompting a federal inquiry into financial services, while government energy rebates are set to conclude. Political shifts include...

Luca Ittimani (now) and Nick Visser (earlier) 1 days ago

Technology

Thailand Launched Airstrikes on Cambodian Military Targets on the Disputed Border of the Two Countries

A recent border clash between Thailand and Cambodia resulted in two Thai soldiers killed and four wounded on Sunday, according to Thai reports. Cambodia, however, denies initiating the attack, claiming Thai forces struck first and they refrained from retaliation. The Royal Thai Army subsequently destroyed a Cambodian-built funicular reportedly used...

Unknown 1 days ago

Entertainment

Comment on Fuzon makes a comeback after six years with new vocalist, new era by Gelatin Trick

Iconic Pakistani band Fuzon is making a highly anticipated return after a six-year hiatus, with their comeback show scheduled for November 15 at the Arts Council in Karachi. The break, attributed to personal changes and global events like COVID-19, sees the band re-emerge with new vocalist Wajeehuddin Meer. Core member...

Gelatin Trick 1 days ago

Technology

Bengaluru Metro in 2025: How Namma Metro Grew to 96 km and Set Up a Big Leap to 175 km by 2027

Bengaluru's Namma Metro experienced a landmark year in 2025, marked by significant expansion and record ridership. The network, now spanning 96 km, aims for 225 km by 2030. The transformative Yellow Line opened, connecting Electronic City and driving daily passenger numbers past one million. Critical progress continued on the Pink...

Madhuri Adnal 1 days ago

Technology

FPT Strengthens South Korea Footprint with Strategic Partnership and Investment in Blueward

Global IT leader FPT has strategically invested in Blueward, South Korea's premier independent SAP consulting firm, securing up to a 10% equity stake before Blueward's 2028 IPO. This partnership aims to significantly enhance SAP ERP delivery capabilities, deepen consulting expertise, and bolster competitiveness in the Korean enterprise market. By combining...

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