40 m. ago Does Pete Hegseth even believe that war crimes exist? | Sidney Blumenthal

The US defense secretary’s belief that the military should not be held to account has been a defining factor in his careerPete Hegseth’s office is located on the third floor of the Pentagon, in the E ring, room 3E880, facing the Potomac River with a scenic view of the monuments and the Capitol. He posted a video on 5 September showing a new bronze plaque being affixed to his door reading: “Pete Hegseth Secretary of War.”His splendid new designation, not established by the Congress as required by law, was purely notional and performative, announced by Donald Trump in an executive order that carried no legal weight, but befitted Hegseth’s self-conceit as warrior-in-chief. He now had the title to go with the tattoos: the crusader cross; “Deus vult”, or “God wills it”, the crusader battle cry; the sniper rifle against the background of an American flag; and the cross and sword inspired by Matthew 10:34: “Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring...

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71 m. ago Storm Bram named and severe weather warning issued for 90mph winds

Weather warnings have been issued as Storm Bram is expected to bring winds of up to 90mph to the UK later this week.

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1 hour ago ‘I wanted to be one of them’: why Bring It On is my feelgood movie

The latest in our series of writers paying tribute to their most loved comfort films is an ode to the 2000 teen classicThe opening sequence of Bring It On is – in a word – unapologetic. A dozen cheerleaders scream “I’m sexy, I’m cute, I’m popular to boot” in synchronicity – and I have yet to meet anyone (and I have tried) who has the willpower to look away.It’s certainly not an exaggeration to say I wanted to be one of them – that is, one of the Toros, Rancho Carne high school’s premier cheer squad. But, as a six-year-old watching in north London, I was a world away from the cornucopia of herkies, suggestive dance moves and hair flips of competitive cheerleading in San Diego. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago The one change that worked: I started bringing my own takeaway box to every meal – and sparked a mini movement

Every year, 1bn tonnes of food are wasted. I value my meals and the work that has gone into them, so I am now always prepared and ready to take home delicious leftoversI’ve always loved catching up with friends and family over a meal out. Not only is it a chance to find out the latest gossip and what everyone’s up to, but it’s also an opportunity to try out new foods and share that experience together.But looking back, I’ve realised that I’ve been guilty of contributing to food waste by leaving meals unfinished. Sometimes, I didn’t realise how big portions would be or I’d get so focused on chatting to everyone that I would forget to eat everything until it was time to go. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Danniella Westbrook, 52, is rushed to hospital with breathing issues

 Danniella Westbrook has been rushed to hospital with breathing difficulties. 

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2 h. ago Trump warns Netflix’s $83bn deal for Warner Bros poses competition concerns

President promises to get involved personally in controversial takeover called ‘unprecedented’ by ex-regulator bossBusiness live – latest updatesAnalysis: Netflix inks deal for troubled Hollywood giantDonald Trump has warned there could be competition problems around Netflix’s $83bn (£62bn) deal to buy Warner Brothers’ movie studio and streaming networks.The US president, speaking at an event in Washington DC on Sunday, confirmed he would be involved personally in the decision about whether the government would approve the takeover. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Brits abandon traditional salty and sweet for 'pimped up popcorn' at the cinema

Brits are now making the most of their cinema trips with luxury snacks instead of the traditional salty and sweet popcorn - and some say they're better than the movie itself

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4 h. ago Christmas gift box lights 'add a touch of festive magic' and 'bring a special charm'

This set will give Christmas decor an extra sparkle

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4 h. ago Win for Prince Harry as Home Office 'agrees to review his UK security arrangements'

The duke said security concerns mean it is ‘impossible’ for him to bring Meghan and their children back to the UK safely

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5 h. ago Hollywood is poison – and few films understand its horrors like Sunset Boulevard

Seventy-five years after its release, Billy Wilder’s melodramatic satire on celebrity culture and faded stardom – starring Gloria Swanson as its grotesque heroine – retains its tragic grandeur, writes Xan Brooks

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6 h. ago What to Stream: Brad Pitt, 'Spinal Tap II,' Percy Jackson and lots and lots of Taylor Swift

A six-episode, behind-the-scenes Disney+ docuseries about Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and Rian Johnson’s third “Knives Out” movie, “Wake Up Dead Man,” are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you

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6 h. ago Helicopter crash decapitated Hollywood star and killed two kids as parents watched helplessly

A helicopter crash claimed the lives of actor Vic Morrow and child actors Myca Dinh Le and Renee Shin-Yi Chen in a 1980s movie stunt gone wrong, in what remains a dark chapter in film history

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11 h. ago Hopes for Harry and Charles reunion as prince wins review into armed cops protection in UK

The duke said security concerns mean it is ‘impossible’ for him to bring Meghan and their children back to the UK safely but now Prince Harry's security arrangements in the UK are being reviewed

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12 h. ago Harry’s security arrangements while in UK being reviewed – report

The duke said security concerns mean it is ‘impossible’ for him to bring Meghan and their children back to the UK safely.

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12 h. ago I’m a Celeb 2025 final live: New King of the Jungle crowned after moving finale

Final was between YouTuber Angryginge, actor Shona McGarty and ‘Celebs Go Dating’ host Tom Read Wilson

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12 h. ago Rod Stewart's wife Penny Lancaster in tears as he makes moving marriage revelation

The 80 year-old rocker recalled how their relationship was almost stopped in its tracks after they first met

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15 h. ago Warning over 'stocky' wild boars causing chaos in UK and holding up traffic

Police are warning drivers to stay on the alert for wild boars as rampaging hogs bring a fresh peril to British roads, fighting each other on the streets in 'gruesome' battles

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18 h. ago John Parrott recalls most memroable UK Championship final moment as Crucible plea made

EXCLUSIVE: John Parrott recalls his best UK Championship final memories and gives his verdict on the World Championship moving away from the Crucible

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19 h. ago Ellen DeGeneres' Cotswolds nightmare: How star has endured miserable year from hell after ditching Hollywood for the English countryside

Just 12 months ago, Ellen DeGeneres began settling into her new idyllic bolthole in the Cotswolds after moving to the English countryside to escape the 'perils' of Donald Trump 's America.

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19 h. ago The 12 dos and don’ts of Christmas from cleaning to leftovers

WHEN it comes to Christmas, the most wonderful time of the year can also quickly become the most stressful. With so many moving parts, parents are left juggling a massive to-do list and can easily forget to enjoy Santa's arrival themselves. Whether it's cooking the dinner, opening presents or dealing with the clean-up, you can...

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