‘I had no electricity for six months’: US families struggle with soaring energy prices
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt. Read More
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Trump mulls ‘very strong’ military options as hundreds killed in Iran protests
The US president says Iranian leaders have called “to negotiate”, but adds the US “may have to act” before a meeting. Read More
Chalamet beats DiCaprio to Golden Globes glory
The Marty Supreme star is among the big winners at the Globes and gets a boost in his quest for an Oscar. Read More
Lego unveils tech-filled Smart Bricks – to play experts’ unease
Lego says its new tech-enabled products are its “most revolutionary innovation” since it launched its mini-figurines in 1978. Read More
Musk says X outcry is ‘excuse for censorship’
The government is urging Ofcom to use all its powers – up to and including an effective ban – against X. Read More
‘Unprecedented’ numbers seeking debt help post-Christmas, say charities
Debt charities say that calls have risen compared with last year as people are urged to seek help. Read More
Why luxury carmakers are now building glitzy skyscrapers
Bugatti is the latest auto firm to construct an opulent apartment building for the super rich. Read More
Meta blocks 550,000 accounts under Australia’s social media ban
The new law, which came into effect in December, is aimed at protecting children from online harm. Read More
More federal agents to be sent to Minnesota, Trump administration says
The move comes after protests against immigration enforcement have been held across the US after a woman was shot by an ICE agent. Read More
Sudan’s government returns to capital after nearly 3 years of war
The military-backed government is back in Khartoum after being driven out by its paramilitary rival. Read More