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TIME Person of the Year 2025 announced – and it’s not a person

This is not the first time the magazine has picked a non-human as its Person of the Year, and 2025's choice reflects the domination of AI in news, public debate, as well as modern anxieties surrounding the rise of artificial intelligence.

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Eurovision crisis: Is Portugal’s 2026 entry at risk?

"We do not accept complicity with the violation of Human Rights," the Portuguese artists said in a joint statement, referencing Israel's actions in Gaza -which an independent United Nations inquiry found to be a genocide.

Lifestyle

What is the worrying dating trend that could define 2026?

A new report from the dating app happn predicts the rise of a controversial new dating trend which further blurs the line between human and artificial companionship: the “AI situationship.” Here's everything you need to know.

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‘Welcome to hell’: Nicolas Sarkozy’s prison memoir published

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy's prison memoir hits shelves today. In it, he describes his 20-day prison stay, including his diet and weak showers, and advises on appealing to the far-right.

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Revealed: What are the most annoying Christmas songs?

Not everyone gets into the holiday spirit with the same tunes, and Christmas classics often get overplayed. Google Trends and a poll of the American public have revealed the most annoying festive songs.

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British adult content creator faces 15 years in jail in Indonesia

The adult content creator, whose real name is Tia Billinger, faces a maximum sentence of 15 years in jail after allegedly breaking Indonesian law.

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Who are the most popular touring artists of the new millennium?

Concert trade publication Pollstar recently published a report titled “Most Popular Touring Artists of the Millennium” - and the results may surprise you.

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Golden Globe nominations 2026 announced: Who are the frontrunners?

The shortlisted films and TV shows have been announced, with the Golden Globes taking place in Los Angeles on 11 January 2026. Here's the full breakdown of the nominations.

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Football vs soccer: Does Trump want to rename sport before World Cup?

For Americans, the word “football” refers to American football, a sport primarily played with hands. Donald Trump has suggested a new name for the NFL, because “soccer” deserves the name “football”... And even some of his critics are saying he's got a point.

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White House manipulate clip of Sabrina Carpenter for new ICE video

The pop star criticized the White House last week for their use of her song in an ICE video, describing it as "evil and disgusting". The Trump administration have now doubled down with a manipulated clip of the singer - once again used to promote ICE.

Lifestyle

'Cloud Dancer': Why is 2026's Colour of the Year so controversial?

Get ready to be soothed and inspired by Cloud Dancer, a "billowy white imbued with serenity”... Or not.

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Oasis reportedly in talks for next James Bond theme song

The new James Bond bosses are reportedly eyeing up Oasis to record the theme song for the next 007 film.

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Eurovision 2026 crisis: Israel kept in - Who’s out and what next?

The organizers of next year's Eurovision Song Contest announced they were allowing Israel to compete. This drew quick announcements of withdrawals from several European countries critical of the Israeli offensive in Gaza. Here's everything you need to know and what might be next for Eurovision 2026.

Cinema

Film of the Week: 'O último azul' ('The Blue Trail')

Brazil's cinematic output has given audiences some of this year's very best, including 'I'm Still Here' and 'The Secret Agent'. But it all started with Gabriel Mascaro's 'The Blue Trail', which won this year's Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize in Berlin...

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'Mortal Kombat' star Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa dies aged 75

The prolific actor, best known for playing villains on screen, was discovered by director Bernardo Bertolucci for his film 'The Last Emperor' in 1987. He went on to appear in more than 30 films, including the Mortal Kombat franchise and James Bond film 'License to Kill'.

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Rosalía World Tour 2026: Where will she be playing in Europe?

Rosalía has announced a huge world tour for 2026, which will be her biggest run of headline gigs to date. Here's where you can catch her in Europe next year - and when to start booking tickets.

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The most mispronounced words of 2025: Are you saying them correctly?

From the election of Zohran Mamdani to a Parisian jewel heist, language-learning company Babbel and closed-captioning company The Captioning Group have compiled some of 2025’s most mispronounced words.

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Eurovision members debate Israeli boycott – will there be a vote?

Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest is being debated at a two-day meeting of member broadcasters in Geneva starting today. Eurovision could vote on Israel’s involvement as more countries threaten boycott next year’s event in Austria.

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Iconic Booker T & the MG’s guitarist Steve Cropper dies aged 84

Steve Cropper, the guitarist whose work contributed to define Memphis soul music, was best known as the guitarist in Booker T & the MGs.

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Doctor who sold Matthew Perry ketamine sentenced to prison

Dr. Salvador Plasencia was the first of five people to face justice over the actor's 2023 death in the hot tub of his Los Angeles home. Plasencia was ordered to serve 30 months in prison for supplying ketamine to the actor, who had well-documented struggles with addiction.

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