2 h. ago Democrats urge Pentagon to release video of strike on alleged drug boat

Trump team faces mounting pressure as members of Congress allege that the deadly attack was unlawfulUS Democrats on Sunday pushed the Trump administration to release video of a second strike on an alleged drug boat incapacitated in the Caribbean, continuing to escalate pressure on the Pentagon amid accusations the attack was unlawful.Eleven people died in the 2 September attack, including two men killed in a follow-up strike as they reportedly clung to wreckage for an hour. That killing has been met with intense scrutiny and accusations of war crimes after the Washington Post reported defense secretary Pete Hegseth gave an order to “kill them all”. Adm Frank Bradley of the US navy, who oversaw the attack, told lawmakers on Thursday there was no such order – and the Pentagon has defended the legality of the attack. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Democratic and GOP lawmakers contradict each other in describing ‘double tap’ boat strike footage

Trump said this week that he would release video of controversial ‘double-tap’ strike that targeted survivors

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3 h. ago Admiral tells lawmakers that all 11 people on alleged drug boat hit by double

The double-tap strike against the alleged drug vessel has been at the center of a growing controversy

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5 h. ago Ravens v Steelers, Jaguars v Colts and Bills v Bengals: NFL week 14 – live

Updates from the 6pm (GMT) kick-offsGet in touch with Graham via emailThe drama doesn’t stop in Maryland. Over in the AFC South there is another battle for top spot popping off between the Jaguars and Colts. Both are 8-4 so a loss is a touch less damaging to the loser’s wildcard dreams than for their brothers in the north though maybe best to keep rolling and take hold of home-field advantage today.Jacksonville have been a minor revelation after some mid-season wobbles with four wins from their past five while Indianapolis, the NFL’s early season darlings, are struggling with two wins from their past five.(4-8) Atlanta Falcons v Seattle Seahawks (9-3)(6-6) Baltimore Ravens v Pittsburgh Steelers (6-6)(8-4) Buffalo Bills v Cincinnati Bengals (4-8)(3-9) Cleveland Browns v Tennessee Titans (1-11)(8-4) Jacksonville Jaguars v Indianapolis Colts (8-4)(4-8) Minnesota Vikings v Washington Commanders (3-9)(3-9) New York Jets v Miami Dolphins (5-7)(7-5) Tampa Bay Buccaneers v New Orleans Saint...

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6 h. ago Sarah Ferguson 'seen staying at Epstein's flats years after claiming to end contact'

Andrew Lownie claims several eyewitnesses saw Sarah Ferguson entering and exiting a block of flats in New York City "up until 2014"

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6 h. ago Footballer arrested in London on suspicion of assault and affray

Footballer arrested in London on suspicion of assault and affray  The New York Times

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6 h. ago Puerto Rico salsa giant Rafael Ithier, who led El Gran Combo for more than half a century, dies

Rafael Ithier, a beloved musician and a founder of the legendary salsa band El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, whose hits have inspired Bad Bunny and other icons, has died

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6 h. ago The seven best shows to see on and off Broadway this holiday season

The 2025-2026 theatrical season is in full swing, with plenty of options on offer for New York City visitors this holiday season

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8 h. ago England just don’t get it and reaction to another Ashes thrashing leaves a bitter taste

Comment: England slumped to another heavy defeat to go 2-0 down in the Ashes and move to the brink of a series defeat, but the words of coach Brendon McCullum failed to strike the right tone

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10 h. ago Luigi Mangione court hearings gave a preview of gripping trial to come

Last week’s proceedings in murder case of Brian Thompson showed a mix of politics, social comment and dramaThe trial of Luigi Mangione is one of the most eagerly awaited cases in recent American criminal history and last week’s court appearances by the accused killer acted as a sort of trailer for the still unscheduled main event.As a New York court weighed whether evidence was gathered illegally during Mangione’s arrest on charges of fatally shooting a top healthcare executive on the streets of New York, America got a taste of the trial’s potent mix of politics, social comment, conspiracy theory and Hollywood-style murder drama. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago UK Championship snooker final: Start time and TV channel as Mark Selby faces Judd Trump

The UK Championship snooker final will take place at the York Barbican on Sunday - here's how to watch

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13 h. ago Robotic dogs with billionaire faces leave people 'unsettled' at art exhibit

Artist Beeple has created a strange exhibit at Art Basel Miami featuring 10 robotic 'animals' wearing hyperrealistic faces of billionaires including Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos

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18 h. ago Hegseth won’t commit to releasing video of second strike on drug boat — and doesn’t have ‘any regrets’ over Signal controversy

"Whatever we were to decide to release, we'd have to be very responsible about reviewing that right now,” Hegseth said.

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20 h. ago Labour's largest trade union paymasters 'move closer' to historic split from party

Senior officials at Unite are reportedly discussing whether to call an emergency vote to formally disaffiliate from the Labour Party in a move that would strike a major blow for the PM.

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20 h. ago Andrew and Fergie to come out of exile for granddaughter's palace christening... but royal insiders say other guests dread seeing ex

The former Duke and Duchess of York will step inside a royal palace for the first time since they were stripped of their titles when their granddaughter is christened on Friday.

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24 h. ago The many ways that baking is winter therapy. With a delicious ending

Baking is more than just creating delicious treats

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24 h. ago Will King's official card grace YOUR mantelpiece? Charles and Camilla reveal festive photo message

The card features a photograph of the couple taken in the grounds of Villa Wolkonsky, the British Ambassador's residence in Rome, during their Majesties' State Visit to Italy in April 2025.

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24 h. ago Boost for Britain’s boozers as ALL of England’s World Cup group games will be played in opening hours

WORLD Cup boozers were gearing up for a late night footy knees-up last night as Fifa revealed all of England’s group games will be played in opening hours. Football chiefs unveiled games in Dallas, Boston and New York will all be in late evening TV viewing time back home. England’s curtain raiser clash against old...

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25 h. ago Astonishing new claim that survivors of Pete Hegseth's 'war crime' boat strike were 'waving before second attack'

Pete Hegseth is under intense scrutiny over the September 2 attack after at least two people on the vessel allegedly filled with drug dealers were still alive after the first strike.

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28 h. ago Vitor Matos sets challenge for Swansea City star after stunning strike

The Swans boss was delighted by Tymon's incredible strike, which helped inspire a 2-0 win over Oxford United

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