The town of Utqiagvik, Alaska, formerly known as Barrow, has entered a 64-day period of polar night, with its last sunrise occurring on November 18. This phenomenon, caused by the Earth's tilt, plunges the town into darkness as the sun remains below the horizon for approximately two months each year.

Two separate shootings disrupted a "second line" parade in New Orleans' St Roch neighborhood, claiming the lives of two individuals and leaving nine others injured. The incidents, occurring 45 minutes apart, transpired along the parade route, marring the traditional celebratory event with violence.

Tensions escalate in the Middle East as Israel conducts airstrikes in Beirut and Gaza, resulting in numerous casualties. Hezbollah's chief spokesman was killed in a targeted strike, prompting retaliatory rocket fire into Israel. The strikes come as ceasefire negotiations are underway, with Lebanon accusing Israel of escalating violence.

Lady Louise Windsor, niece of King Charles, is admired by the Prince and Princess of Wales for her down-to-earth upbringing and potential as a working royal. Despite having the option to use HRH titles, Louise and her brother were raised with the expectation of pursuing careers.

The Archdiocese of New York is laying off 18 administrative staff members, aiming to save over $1.5 million annually. The decision comes amidst financial difficulties, partly attributed to the ongoing sex abuse scandal and upcoming relocation to a smaller office.

Florida resident Veronica Torres, 44, was apprehended for allegedly impersonating her mother to secure hurricane relief funds. Torres allegedly utilized her mother's identification to fraudulently obtain a check for $7,967, claiming hurricane-related displacement. When confronted about an age discrepancy, Torres attributed her youthful appearance to "botox ...

Pakistan's Telecommunication Authority initiated a registration process for VPNs following a nationwide ban on unregistered ones. The government claims the ban targets militant groups, but critics view it as an attempt to stifle dissent amidst online criticism of the military and the blocking of platforms like X.

Vivek Ramaswamy, co-leader of the Department of Government Efficiency, announced plans to drastically reduce the federal bureaucracy, including potentially eliminating entire agencies. Ramaswamy said a lot of federal staff will lose their jobs because the bureaucrats in Washington do not even work five days a week like the maximum hardworking Americans and ...

In his upcoming memoir, 'Citizen: My Life After the White House', former president Bill Clinton addresses his affair with Monica Lewinsky and his association with Jeffrey Epstein. Clinton expresses regret over the Lewinsky scandal and claims he apologized publicly but admits to not speaking to her directly. I had always thought Epstein was odd but had no ...

A sting operation by streamer Vitaly has allegedly exposed Hollywood screenwriter C Jay Cox, known for films like 'Sweet Home Alabama,' for inappropriate behavior with a minor. The video, which quickly went viral, shows Cox arriving at a location believing he was meeting a 15-year-old boy.

Elon Musk's relationship with Shivon Zilis, the mother of his three children, has been the subject of much speculation. While Zilis previously denied a romantic relationship, a recent photo shared by Musk's mother probably shows Zilis alongside Musk and his children at Mar-a-Lago, fueling rumors that the two may be romantically involved now.

Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, reportedly chose his son, Mojtaba, as his successor during a secret meeting of the Assembly of Experts. The decision, driven by Khamenei's declining health, was allegedly made under pressure and kept secret to avoid public backlash. Mojtaba Khamenei, known for his role in suppressing past protests, has been gradually ...

You cant be surprised that the white African guys first idea is slavery, Weekend Update anchor Michael Che said. Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's DOGE is looking for a few good super high IQ volunteers who need to work over 80 hours per week but there will be no payment.

Toxic smog is overwhelming hospitals in Pakistan's Punjab province, with over 1.91 million respiratory illness cases reported in the past month. Lahore, the worst-hit city, is grappling with hazardous air quality, forcing school closures and lockdowns. The crisis, fueled by industrial emissions and agricultural practices, has left residents struggling to ...

Eight people were killed and 17 injured after a former student attacked individuals at the Wuxi Vocational Institute of Arts and Technology in eastern China. The suspect, identified as 21-year-old Xu, was apprehended and confessed to the crime, attributing his actions to anger over failing exams and dissatisfaction with his internship pay.

A gold pocket watch, a poignant relic of the Titanic disaster and a testament to the heroism of Captain Arthur Rostron, has fetched a record-breaking 1.56 million at auction. The watch, a gift from three grateful survivors, was purchased by a private collector in the US.

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has warned of a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian crisis in northern Gaza, describing the situation as a "dystopian horror film." NRC chief Jan Egeland reported widespread destruction, looting of aid trucks, and a looming famine. He expressed concern over a potential ban on UNRWA, which would severely hinder aid delivery ...