Former TV star Wendy Williams, who was diagnosed with dementia and stays at a New York assisted living facility, was taken away by an ambulance Monday after the cops were called following Williams' plea for help from the window of her room. According to reports, she tossed a handwritten note out of the window begging for help. "Help! Wendy!" the note said.
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As President-elect Donald Trump's second inauguration approaches, Ivanka Trump shared heartfelt memories from her time at the White House in an emotional social media post. Reflecting on her father’s first term, she expressed gratitude for the moments shared with family. She said she looks forward to her father’s second inauguration and celebrates his strength and resilience.
A blast in a Moscow residential block on Monday killed one person and injured four others, with the wounded in critical condition. The cause of the explosion is unclear, but law enforcement has launched a criminal investigation, charging murder and attempted murder. Among the injured was Armen Sarkisyan, founder of a volunteer battalion fighting in Ukraine, whose bodyguard died in the blast. Sarkisyan is wanted in Ukraine, though details of the charges remain unspecified.
Ahead of the Lunar New Year, Chinese leader Xi Jinping acknowledged the country's economic struggles, including slow recovery from the pandemic, a property crisis, and high youth unemployment. Despite a 5 per cent GDP growth in 2024, the slowest since 1990, Xi highlighted efforts to boost recovery, including interest rate cuts and subsidies. However, experts warn of continued challenges, including potential US tariffs and weak domestic consumption. Many citizens remain cautiously hopeful about... Expand
The Albuquerque home that served as Walter White's house in 'Breaking Bad' is for sale at nearly $4 million. The property has attracted global attention due to its association with the iconic TV series. Owners seek to move on, citing privacy concerns from increasing fan visits.
Luigi Mangione, 26, arrested in connection with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has become an unlikely internet sensation. His mugshot has gone viral, sparking memes, fan-made merchandise, and a surge in followers on his previously dormant Instagram account.
Kurdish authorities have made overtures to Islamist-led rebels who seized power in Syria last week, but the long-oppressed community fears it could lose hard-won gains it made during the war, including limited self-rule. As rebels led by Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) seized power, ousting president Bashar al-Assad, the Kurdish authorities in northeastern Syria have multiplied overtures to the new leaders, like adopting the three-starred flag used by the opposition.
An Israeli drone strike in Sidon, southern Lebanon, killed one person on Monday, marking the deepest attack since the ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel in November. The strike, near a Lebanese army checkpoint, occurred a day before the deadline for Israel’s full withdrawal from southern Lebanon. Despite the ceasefire, Israel has continued airstrikes on suspected military sites, and both nations have accused each other of violating the agreement.
Former US Attorney Jessica Aber, known for her high-profile prosecutions in cases involving CIA leaks and Russian export fraud, was found dead in her Virginia home. Authorities are investigating her death. Aber had recently resigned and played key roles in significant legal battles, including those against former CIA analyst Asif Rahman and Virginia-based Eleview International Inc.
Fuji TV executives resigned amid growing pressure over sexual assault allegations against host Masahiro Nakai. The scandal unfolded after reports revealed Nakai paid a settlement to a woman accusing him of non-consensual acts. Following advertiser withdrawals, show cancellations, and public criticism of Fuji TV’s handling, Nakai retired from entertainment, apologizing. Fuji TV pledged an external investigation and leadership changes.