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just now (582+ words) The father of a child who inspired a change in Northern Ireland's organ donation rules, said he is "devastated" after the family's car was stolen in Belfast on Wednesday. M'irt'n Mac Gabhann told BBC News NI of how a wheelchair and Christmas presents were among items in the car as it was taken from their Whitecliff Crescent home in west Belfast. Police have since made three arrests and recovered the stolen vehicle from a shopping centre in west Belfast. Mr Mac Gabhann said the family are trying their best "not to let it effect" Christmas for their two sons. When Mr Mac Gabhann awoke and saw that his car had vanished from the street and he initially thought it was a joke someone he knew had pulled on him. "I almost didn't want to believe that it was stolen", he…...

just now (464+ words) Nick Reiner makes three-word remark in court as lawyer issues emotional plea over Rob and Michele's death Appearing in court today where he was officially charged with his parents' murders, Nick Reiner only had three words to say.The 32-year-old is being charged with fatally stabbing actor Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Singer, at their Los Angeles home on Sunday (14 December).Officially, Nick stands accused of two counts of first-degree murder, with the special circumstance allegation of multiple murders, as well as the fact he used a dangerous and deadly weapon, a knife - factors of which could see him punished with the death penalty.In their report, California police alleged that, in 'approximately the early morning hours of December 14', Reiner stabbed his parents to death before fleeing the crime scene.He was later arrested in Exposition Park near the…...

just now (280+ words) WEST MICHIGAN " This week for Pet Adoption Tuesday we meet Ant Man, a pup available for adoption from Mackenzie's Animal Sanctuary. Here's what they have to say about this superhero pup: "Move over Paul Rudd " there's a new Ant Man in town and he's trading superhero suits for belly rubs and snack breaks! Ant Man is the kind of dog who brings joy wherever he goes. Equal parts goofball and sweetheart, this high-energy lovebug is always ready to chase a toy, dive into a good game, or zoom around the yard like he's saving the world (one tail wag at a time). And when the zoomies settle? He's happiest curled up next to his people, giving his whole heart and soaking up every snuggle. He's a smart cookie (emphasis on cookie because snacks are his love language) who already knows…...

just now (1017+ words) While we all may have very clear visions of Carrie Bradshaw running around Manhattan in Manolo Blahnik heels and spending hours playing dress up in luxury stores, the real life style icon Sarah Jessica Parker, today, is opting for quick and efficient online shopping with the help of Google.I don't consider myself a very good shopper because I'm seduced by imagery and what looks great on somebody else. But there's a truth about my size and what colors look good on me," Parker exclusively tells Refinery29. And thanks to Google's Try On" feature, Parker can actually envision herself in pieces before hastily carting them up. I think this is one use of [AI] that feels not only benign, but potentially quite helpful. It creates clarity about how things may or may not look on you."While I'm personally quite weary…...

just now (941+ words) Hundreds of thousands of Londoners are set to face larger council tax hikes than people living in other parts of the country as the Government seeks to redistribute funding to poorer northern areas. The Government on Wednesday announced new funding settlements for local authorities for the three years up to 2029. Kensington and Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham, Wandsworth, Westminster, the City of London are expected to see the largest cuts. Outside of London, Windsor and Maidenhead also faces having its fuunding slashed. These six town halls will be exempt from the cap on raising council tax, set at 5%, without a referendum, which means bills could be hiked above the national maximum to make up shortfalls. More residents living in these London areas are also expected to be hit by the Government's new mansion tax than elsewhere in the country. The Government…...

just now (380+ words) The budding political career of former Alabama football star A.J. McCarron may be over before it started, as the former Cincinnati Bengals quarterback dropped out of the lieutenant governor race in the state where he played college football. McCarron made the announcement on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, that he was dropping out of the Alabama lieutenant governor race, ending his campaign after less than two months. According to a press release, per the Alabama Reflector, McCarron was planning "to accept a new career opportunity in football," leading to his decision. "My football position will require the same 100% focus, commitment, and attention that I was prepared to give to the office of lieutenant governor, so it is time to end my campaign," he said. This is the latest chapter in McCarron's career. He previously seemed uncertain about his playing career, but he appears to…...

just now (573+ words) Every year on Christmas Eve, hundreds of surfers in Santa Claus costumes take to the waves on Cocoa Beach in their most festive garb to celebrate the holidays for Surfing Santas, and thousands of people travel to spectate and enjoy the festivities. The Surfing Santas event, held by founder George Trosset, features music, dancing, a holiday costume contest and a massive gathering of Santa's helpers. The event also raises money for the Florida Surf Museum and Grind for Life. Is 2025 going to be your first year at Surfing Santas? Here's everything you need to know to enjoy the annual Cocoa Beach event to its fullest. Surfing Santas is an annual Christmas Eve event that for many in Central Florida has become a key part of their holiday. Whether you grab your board and hang 10, or simply want to sit back…...

just now (422+ words) Spain is to set up a national network of climate shelters in public buildings to offer people refuge from intense heat before next summer, its prime minister has announced. The move was announced as Pedro Sanchez laid out a plan to address the impact of climate change during a conference in Madrid on Wednesday. "Devastating droughts and heatwaves are no longer rare. Some summers, it's not separate waves we face, but one long heatwave stretching from June through August. This is now the new normal," he said. Spain experienced its hottest summer and three heatwaves in 2025. A 16-day heatwave in August saw temperatures exceed 45C (113F), according to the State Meteorological Agency (AEMET). As part of the national network of shelters, spaces to stay cool will be available to everyone, Sanchez said. Shelters will be funded by the government in areas "that…...

just now (1661+ words) The company says it is protecting nursing home residents by curbing unnecessary hospital transfers. Whistleblowers allege cost-cutting tactics have endangered the elderly Three nursing home residents died because employees of the American healthcare giant UnitedHealth Group helped delay or deny them critical hospital care, two pending lawsuits and a complaint to state authorities have alleged. The three cases involve a UnitedHealth partnership initiative that places medical staff from the company's direct care unit, Optum, inside nursing homes to care for residents insured by the company's insurance arm. UnitedHealth says one of the initiative's goals is to protect patients by reducing unnecessary hospital admissions. Those are admissions the insurance giant would otherwise have to pay for. In Georgia, the family of a woman named Cindy Deal filed a lawsuit alleging that the 58-year-old died because Optum and her nursing home failed…...

1+ min ago (330+ words) The U.S. Treasury asked major philanthropic donors to contribute to new investment accounts for children Wednesday as part of what Secretary Scott Bessent called a "50 State Challenge" to raise funds for the Trump Accounts program. "The president is calling on our nation's business leaders and philanthropic organizations to help us make America great again by securing the financial future of America's children," Bessent said in an address. The billionaire hedge fund founder Ray Dalio, along with his wife Barbara, announced they would commit $250 to 300,000 children in Connecticut who live in ZIP codes where the median income is less than $150,000. Dalio founded the investment firm Bridgewater Associates and lives in Connecticut. The Dalios' $75 million commitment follows the $6.25 billion pledge from billionaires Michael and Susan Dell earlier in December. The Dells promised to invest $250 in the accounts of 25 million children 10 and under who…...