YouTube phenom Ms. Rachel says LGBTQ+ people are welcome in her classroom
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A new study reveals an unprecedented discovery of new species
There are roughly 2.5 million known species on the planet, but scientists estimate that’s only a fraction of the biodiversity on Earth. A new study
Fewer characters on TV had abortions this year — and more stories reinforced shame
Researchers at the University of California San Francisco track how abortion comes up on television. They say the trends from 2025 are concerning. (Image credit:
Winter virus season so far is not too bad, but doctors worry about suffering to come
It may feel like you are surrounded by sniffles and coughs, but flu season activity is still low in many parts of the U.S.
Arctic plunge to bring sub-zero temps and snow; take extra care to stay heart healthy
A significant Arctic blast expected to hit the U.S. starting later this week will bring the coldest air of the season, dangerous wind, heavy snow—and
Drunk raccoon behind liquor store rampage suspected of other ‘break-ins’
A raccoon that passed out drunk after running amok in a Virginia liquor store is suspected of two other “break-ins”.
LIVE: Liverpool vs Brighton – Premier League
Follow our live build-up with team news coverage, including Mohamed Salah updates, ahead of our text commentary stream.
Residents emerge in DR Congo’s tense Uvira after M23 rebel takeover
Al Jazeera gains exclusive access to Uvira where fighting has killed hundreds.
Inside the world of Catholic exorcisms in the Philippines
101 East investigates Catholic exorcisms in the Philippines and their impact on the faithful and the vulnerable.
Miss Turnstiles
We’ve previously posted about the Miss Subways beauty contest, which ran from 1941 to 1976 (see wikipedia). I think it’s the only oddball beauty contest
The State Department’s war on Calibri and a power couple goes Instagram-official: The news quiz
The Fighting Irish take a stand, McDonald’s launches a holiday hit, and the Golden Globes’ new category snubs a major player.
DOJ weighs novel federal hate crime case against suspect in Charlie Kirk’s assassination
The Justice Department is weighing how to bring federal charges against Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassin, Tyler Robinson.
Angry fans throw chairs and bottles at Messi event in India
The Inter Miami and Argentina forward is in India for his ‘GOAT tour’, taking in events in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi.
Watch: Furious fans invade pitch at Messi event in India
Thousands of adoring supporters had paid up to 12,000 rupees (£100; $133) to catch a glimpse of the football star.