Lawmakers claim Justice Department improperly redacted Epstein documents
US lawmakers have accused the Department of Justice (DOJ) of improperly redacting documents linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein before releasing them to the public. On Monday, members of Congress began reviewing unredacted Epstein files for the first time. The collection includes nearly three million pages released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act (EFTA),…
Bad Bunny Makes Super Bowl History as Trump Criticizes Show
Bad Bunny makes history at the Super Bowl as Trump criticizes the ‘terrible’ show Bad Bunny delivered a historic Super Bowl halftime performance on Sunday, celebrating Puerto Rican culture and Latin identity on a global stage. As a result, the 31-year-old artist became the first performer to headline a Super Bowl halftime show entirely in…
Japan Votes Amid Heavy Snow in Rare Mid-Winter Snap Election
Voters across Japan are heading to polling stations despite heavy snow as the country holds a rare mid-winter snap election. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi called the vote soon after winning leadership of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). It has been 36 years since Japan last held an election during the winter months. Snowfall has…
New Message Reviewed in Search for Savannah Guthrie’s Mother
Police are examining a newly received message as they continue the search for Nancy Guthrie, the mother of U.S. television host Savannah Guthrie. Authorities said on Friday that they received a message referencing Nancy Guthrie. As a result, investigators are reviewing the information to determine whether it is credible and relevant to the case. Meanwhile,…
US and Iran to Meet in Oman as Fears of Military Conflict Escalate
Senior officials from the United States and Iran will begin direct talks in Oman within hours as tensions between the two countries continue to rise and increase fears of military conflict. The meeting follows a recent US military buildup in the Middle East. Washington increased its presence after Iran launched a crackdown on nationwide anti-government…
Japan Cancels Mount Fuji Cherry Blossom Festival Over Crowds
Japan has cancelled its famous Mount Fuji cherry blossom festival this year as skyrocketing tourist crowds and unruly behavior overwhelm the town. Authorities in Fujiyoshida said tourist numbers have risen sharply in recent years. As a result, residents have repeatedly complained about traffic congestion, litter, and violations of private property. Popular Destination Faces Pressure Each…
Melinda French Gates: Epstein files revive ‘painful’ marriage memories
Melinda French Gates has spoken about the emotional toll of renewed scrutiny on her former marriage after records linked to Jeffrey Epstein mentioned her ex-husband, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. In a recent podcast interview, the philanthropist said the disclosures reopened memories from what she described as harrowing moments during her marriage. She said the situation…
French Police Raid X in Paris, Elon Musk Summoned
French authorities raided the Paris offices of social media company X on Tuesday, escalating a major investigation involving the platform’s operations. At the same time, prosecutors summoned the company’s owner, Elon Musk, as part of a criminal investigation. The move significantly escalates a probe that French authorities opened more than a year ago. According to…
Over 40% of Android Phones Are at Risk, Google Warns
Google has reported that more than 40% of Android devices are running older software, putting millions of users at risk from new security threats. That gap has left a large share of devices exposed to newer forms of malware and spyware. The issue comes from the slow adoption of newer Android versions and the end…
Independent MP detained again over sexual offence claims
Police have arrested an independent member of Parliament for a second time over multiple alleged sexual offenses. Dan Norris, 66, a former Labour MP and ex–West of England mayor, is under investigation over a series of allegations. These include the suspected rape of two women, the sexual assault of another woman, as well as claims…
