Wednesday Briefing
A cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah.
Australian police officer who Tasered 95-year-old found guilty of manslaughter By Reuters
By Alasdair Pal SYDNEY (Reuters) -An Australian police officer who fatally shocked a 95-year-old care home resident with a Taser gun was found guilty of manslaughter on Wednesday. Kristian White was called to a care home in Cooma, a town around 90 minutes south of the capital Canberra, in May 2023, after reports that resident … Read more
Lauren Boebert Abruptly Quits Controversial Cameo Account
For years, U.S. Representative (R-Colorado) Lauren Boebert has practiced a certain brand of politicking that involves heavy doses of social media. Her tweets are notable for their ability to consistently inspire controversy and, as a result, conjure up press coverage and attention. It makes sense, then, that she would give being a part-time influencer a … Read more
Meet the New Star Bringing Drama to Season 7!
Stephanie Shojaee Joins RHOM: Meet the New Star Bringing Drama to Season 7! The Real Housewives of Miami is getting a fresh face! During Bravo Fan Fest this weekend, Andy Cohen and the cast officially introduced Stephanie Shojaee as the newest addition to the hit series. With Dr. Nicole Martin stepping away, Stephanie is ready to … Read more
Champions League predictions: Wednesday’s Matchday 5 fixtures
The Champions League drama continues on Wednesday night as teams around Europe attempt to jump up the table in pursuit of knockout stage places. Sides throughout Europe’s elite club competition have to start getting points on the board as crunch-time approaches with just over half of the league phase now completed. Wednesday presents some truly … Read more
Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire begins after nearly 14 months of conflict
A US-France-brokered ceasefire agreement to the 14-month conflict between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah came into power on Wednesday morning, but Israel’s vow to double down on its war in Gaza and focus on its main enemy, Iran, could soon challenge the deal’s solidity.
Elon Musk’s Twitter backers gain windfall from xAI deal
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Investors in Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter are set to make a huge windfall from a surge in the valuation of his artificial intelligence company, reaping rewards from being loyal backers of the billionaire’s business … Read more
Best Black Friday Mattress Deals for Sweet Dreams (2024)
Photograph: Wired Leesa Leesa makes some great mattresses, like the Sapira Chill that’s in our Best Mattresses guide and the Legend Chill that’s recommended in our Best Cooling Mattresses guide. Leesa’s Black Friday sale has kicked into gear with 30 percent off mattresses, plus two free pillows. It’s a nice discount to find on Leesa’s … Read more
Singer David Archuleta ‘Comes Out’ Again In Candid Interview
There’s an adage in the LGBTQIA+ community that claims “a person ‘comes out’ more than once,” and singer David Archuleta knows this personally. After appearing to once confirm a certain “preference” of his in a now-viral TikTok, the musician, 33, has now clarified his stance in a cheeky interview that will surely get people talking. … Read more
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