The Oklahoma City Thunder have learned their first real challenger after their 117-102 loss to the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday. The Christmas Day game told the NBA world it won’t be a cakewalk for the reigning NBA champion to go back-to-back. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander struggled with 22 points and six rebounds. Jalen Williams only had…
If you’re someone who struggles to stay on task or simply want to boost your productivity as the new year approaches, there are several apps and extensions you can try that are designed to help you focus by blocking out distractions. Whether you need to limit social media scrolling or block off time to be…
Jesinta and Lance ‘Buddy’ Franklin made it home for Christmas with “the most special gift of all”. The model, 34, and the AFL legend, 38, have welcomed their third child, with Jesinta sharing the joyful news via Instagram on Christmas Eve. In her Stories, she shared a photo of the couple in an elevator, their…
Haitham Salem spent 11 months held by Israel without charge and said he endured beatings and abuse. He was released as part of the cease-fire deal, longing to return to his family.
Feedback is New Scientist’s popular sideways look at the latest science and technology news. You can submit items you believe may amuse readers to Feedback by emailing feedback@newscientist.com A gift of a headline Feedback is a sucker for a truly spectacular headline. One where the first few words are utterly bizarre and you think it…
Setting up a PS5 for a child means you can offer an age-appropriate and safe platform for them to play. Sony made its parental control tools more comprehensive in recent years and they allow families to manage screen time, block unsuitable content, guide online interactions and approve purchases. The process is straightforward once the right…
Stephen Curry and the Warriors are hosting Cooper Flagg and the Mavericks on Christmas Day
24 December 2025 Boy George believes “Christmas is about” over-indulgence. Boy George wants to over-indulge The Karma Chameleon hitmaker is planning to sit down to a hearty meal on 25 December and knows he will regret his vow to “east as much as [he] can” later. He exclusively told BANG Showbiz of his plans: “To…
Prominent business and government figures spread rumors about the attack on Brown University’s campus this month, reigniting questions about accountability in online discourse.
We look back at the lives of some of the artists, innovators and thinkers we lost in 2025.
