1 hour ago California ban on openly carrying guns is unconstitutional, court rules

Ninth circuit sides with gun owner that ban in counties with more than 200,000 people violates second amendmentA US appeals court on Friday ruled that California’s ban on openly carrying firearms in most parts of the state was unconstitutional.A panel of the San Francisco-based ninth US circuit court of appeals sided 2-1 with a gun owner in ruling that the state’s prohibition against open carry in counties with more than 200,000 people violated the US constitution’s second amendment right to keep and bear arms. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Fans mourn closure of cupcake vending machine company Sprinkles Cupcakes

A company known for its "cupcake ATMs" has shut down after decades in the U.S. Sprinkles Cupcakes' former owner Candace Nelson announced the closure Dec. 30

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2 h. ago PDC World Championship: Gian van Veen sets up final with Luke Littler

World No 1 Littler swats aside Ryan Searle 6-1 in semiVan Veen wins classic against Gary Anderson 6-3It’s barely a couple of years since a 16-year-old Luke Littler and a 21-year-old Gian van Veen came through a 96-player field at Milton Keynes to qualify for the final of the world youth championship. There’s a charming photo of the pair of them with their arms around each other, silly little smiles plastered on to their silly little faces, the cutest high-street haircuts you’ve ever seen. Two kids at the very start of an unforgettable journey.Did either of them foresee, in those sepia-tinted days of August 2023, that the journey would convey them this far, this fast? I reckon Littler did. There’s never been much room for doubt and scepticism in there. His whole world has been stepping up, throwing a dart and watching it go exactly where he wants it to. Four months later, he would go to Alexandra Palace and change the sport for ever. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Gian van Veen denies Gary Anderson in epic to set up final against Luke Littler

Van Veen wins classic against Gary Anderson 6-3World No 1 Littler swats aside Ryan Searle 6-1It’s barely a couple of years since a 16-year-old Luke Littler and a 21-year-old Gian van Veen came through a 96-player field at Milton Keynes to qualify for the final of the world youth championship. There’s a charming photo of the pair of them with their arms around each other, silly little smiles plastered on to their silly little faces, the cutest high-street haircuts you’ve ever seen. Two kids at the very start of an unforgettable journey.Did either of them foresee, in those sepia-tinted days of August 2023, that the journey would convey them this far, this fast? I reckon Littler did. There’s never been much room for doubt and scepticism in there. His whole world has been stepping up, throwing a dart and watching it go exactly where he wants it to. Four months later, he would go to Alexandra Palace and change the sport for ever. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Horoscope today, January 3, 2025: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg

OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in March 2023 but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégée Maggie Innes. Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today. ♈ ARIES March 21 to April 20 The full moon tells you that stability starts with you. A time of...

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2 h. ago I make up to £10k a month including while I sleep – how YOU can earn thousands without lifting a finger in 2026 too

WOULD you like to make money while you sleep?   Steph Ward is one of ­thousands of people not lifting a finger while cash drops into the bank overnight.   The 34-year-old, from Market Rasen, Lincs, runs a coaching business and sells online courses — putting her in the ranks of those with “passive income”.  Here, Mel...

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2 h. ago ‘Stop whistling, you are witnessing greatness’ – World Darts fans fume at ‘idiots’ disrupting Van Veen vs Anderson epic

GIAN van Veen secured a spot in the World Darts final for the first time after an epic victory over Gary Anderson. The Dutchman overcame the veteran Scot - who enjoyed the overwhelming backing of the Ally Pally crowd - 6-3 in a match that included what many called 'the greatest set ever played'. But...

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3 h. ago US woman charged with fetal homicide after allegedly inducing own abortion

Kentucky woman reportedly ordered medication to end her pregnancy and buried remains in her yardA Kentucky woman is facing multiple criminal charges after she allegedly induced her own abortion using medication.Kentucky state police arrested the woman, Melinda S Spencer, 35, on charges of fetal homicide in the first degree, abuse of a corpse and tampering with physical evidence, according to a local Kentucky news outlet. Spencer reportedly ordered medication online to end her pregnancy, then buried the remains of her pregnancy in her backyard. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago World Darts Championship live: Gian van Veen sets up final against Luke Littler after winning thriller with Gary Anderson

Littler beat Ryan Searle before Gian van Veen saw off Gary Anderson in a thrilling semi-final of the World Darts Championship

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3 h. ago Gian van Veen's own prediction comes true as he sets up thrilling Luke Littler final

Gian van Veen and Luke Littler set up a World Championship final after wins over Gary Anderson and Ryan Searle at Alexandra Palace on Friday night

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4 h. ago Thomas Frank admits ‘it’s difficult to enjoy’ being Tottenham head coach

Frank likens challenges at Spurs to running a marathonTottenham booed off after goalless draw at BrentfordThomas Frank has admitted he is not enjoying his job at Tottenham. The head coach is dealing with numerous problems as he navigates what always stood to be a transitional season, the most insistent being his team’s lack of creativity.Spurs were booed off after Thursday’s 0-0 draw at Brentford by the travelling support, who also chanted “boring, boring Tottenham”. But Frank is confident he will come to look back on the first half of his debut campaign more fondly once – and not if – his squad emerges on the other side, stronger and wiser for the suffering. Tottenham are 12th in the Premier League – their next game is at home to Sunderland on Sunday and Frank leant into a marathon-running analogy when he was asked whether he was enjoying the challenge to which he has signed up. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Meddling woman screams abuse at Italian tourist during petty squabble over selfie spot at stunning Red Rock Canyon

The tourist denied the accusations and alleged that the woman - who was branded the 'first Karen of 2026' on social media after her tirade - 'kicked' her first.

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4 h. ago Man, 67, dies after being pulled from sea as search under way for two missing off coast

Humberside police confirm death of man pulled from water unconscious as search operation continues off Withernsea A man has died as a search continues for two people believed to be missing off Withernsea in the East Riding of Yorkshire.Humberside police confirmed the death of a 67-year-old man, who was pulled from the water unconscious but died later. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Man dies after being pulled from sea as search continues for two missing off Withernsea

Humberside police confirm death of 67-year-old as rescue operation under way in ‘horrendous conditions’A man has died as a search continues for two people believed to be missing off Withernsea in the East Riding of Yorkshire.Humberside police confirmed the death of a 67-year-old man, who was pulled from the water unconscious but died later. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Luke Littler believes second world title will see him join giants of the game

Few will back against him lifting the Sid Waddell Trophy on Saturday night.

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4 h. ago ‘Greatest set of darts EVER’ – Sky Sports commentator Wayne Mardle in awe of double Big Fish in Van Veen vs Anderson

WAYNE MARDLE was left in awe after seeing a DOUBLE Big Fish in Gian van Veen's clash against Gary Anderson. The darts stars collided in the World Darts Championship semis on Friday. Van Veen and Anderson had seen Luke Littler book his spot in Saturday's final with a 6-1 win over Ryan Searle. And both...

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4 h. ago BBC settles with 7 October survivors for filming home ‘without permission’

Horenstein family say crew did not seek consent to film inside their home days after it had been wrecked by HamasThe BBC has said it has reached a settlement with a Jewish family who survived Hamas’s 7 October attacks on southern Israel after a news crew filmed inside their destroyed home.The crew, which included senior correspondent Jeremy Bowen, entered the Horenstein family’s home in the days after the attacks in 2023. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago The Traitors 2026 live: Netty becomes first person murdered before Faithfuls turn on Judy in banishment

Meanwhile, Stephen, Rachel and Hugo seem no closer to figuring out who the Secret Traitor is

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4 h. ago Saks Global CEO steps down as luxury retailer reportedly preparing for bankruptcy

Executive chair Richard Baker to replace Marc Metrick after company misses $100m interest payment on debtSaks Global said on Friday that its CEO, Marc Metrick, has stepped down and named executive chair, Richard Baker, as his successor, amid reports that the luxury retailer is preparing for bankruptcy.The change at the top comes days after the Wall Street Journal reported that the Neiman Marcus parent company is preparing for bankruptcy after missing an interest payment exceeding $100m on debt from its Neiman merger. Continue reading...

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4 h. ago After nearly four years, BTS announces their return to the stage

The 2026 release will be their first full album since 2022’s anthology Proof

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