Labour MP Karl Turner said he is ‘absolutely confident’ that if it comes to a vote plans to restrict jury trials to the most serious cases will be defeated by rebels

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/jury-trial-labour-rebellion-starmer-uturn-b2897999.html

#independent

Smurtą patiriančių vaikų skaičius kasmet auga arba lieka stabiliai aukštas, sako Vaiko teisių apsaugos ir įvaikinimo tarnybos vadovė Ilma Skuodienė. Jos teigimu, per pirmus vienuolika praėjusių metų mėnesių Lietuvoje smurtą galimai patyrė kone 3 tūkst. vaikų.

https://www.delfi.lt/naujienos/naujienos/lietuvoje/smurta-patirianciu-vaiku-skaicius-kasmet-auga-120196528

#DELFI

With the big budget Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan not making it to the screens in time to cash in on festival rush, cinema owners are pinning their hopes on the box office success of Parasakthi

https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Tiruchirapalli/movie-goers-flock-cinemas-in-tiruchi-to-watch-parasakthi-jana-nayagans-no-show-this-pongal-disappoints-fan/article70493959.ece

Plus: Iran shuts down its internet amid sweeping protests, an alleged scam boss gets extradited to China, and more.

https://www.wired.com/story/security-news-this-week-ice-can-now-spy-on-every-phone-in-your-neighborhood/

#wired

The U.S. can achieve preeminence in fusion power — if we’re willing to lean into incentives and free enterprise to encourage innovation.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/01/how-to-make-fusion-great-again-and-beat-china/

#nationalreview

The former Strictly Come Dancing presenter shares her two daughters, Phoebe and Amber, with her husband, Vernon Kay.

https://www.hellomagazine.com/celebrities/877137/tess-daly-daughter-phoebe-ski-bunnies-family-getaway/

#hellomagazine

St. Benedict’s Monastery was one of the last vestiges of Western spiritual tradition in an increasingly secular area.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/01/the-end-of-a-spiritual-retreat-in-the-aspen-mountains/

#nationalreview

The No. 6-seed 49ers (12-5) need Christian McCaffrey and other veteran superstars to come up big in Sunday's wild-card visit to the No. 3-seed and defending Super Bowl champion Eagles (11-6).

https://www.santacruzsentinel.com/2026/01/10/49ers-5-keys-to-a-wild-card-upset-over-the-philadelphia-eagles/

#santacruzsentinel

Kirby Smart has never hidden his preference. Georgia recruits high school players, develops them internally, and expects patience to be rewarded with championships. However, as college football moves deeper into the portal-and-NIL era, the cost of that choice is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. One prominent Georgia voice is no longer soft-pedaling it. “Out of […]The post Georgia Insider Goes on Rant Against Kirby Smart’s Decisions Regarding Transfer Portal appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-georgia-insider-goes-on-rant-against-kirby-smarts-decisions-regarding-transfer-portal/

Obilne padavine koje su proteklih nekoliko dana pogodile teritoriju opštine Gračanica dovele su do porasta vodostaja i izlivanja reke Sitnice zbog čega je.

https://www.telegraf.rs/vesti/srbija/4248058-izlila-se-reka-sitnica-poplavljeno-vise-sela-u-opstini-gracanica-kisa-ne-prestaje-da-pada

#Telegraf

A drunken man attemped to exact revenge on his former partner by torching a garden shed which came close to spreading to a nearby block of flats.

https://www.yorkshireeveningpost.co.uk/news/crime/drunk-caused-panic-by-torching-shed-that-almost-spread-to-nearby-flats-5467121

#seacrofttoday

There’s no evidence Donald Trump is interested in focusing solely on the Western Hemisphere while ceding the rest of the world to China and Russia.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/01/no-america-is-not-adopting-a-spheres-of-influence-doctrine/

#nationalreview

Whether by purchase or conquest, adding territory to the United States requires congressional approval.

https://www.nationalreview.com/2026/01/trumps-greenland-grab-ignores-one-crucial-detail-he-doesnt-have-the-authority/

#nationalreview

Vietos bendruomenei piktinantis planais Lazdijų rajone steigti Kapčiamiesčio poligoną, socialdemokratų lyderis Mindaugas Sinkevičius pripažįsta, kad šiuos ketinimus pristatant gyventojams padaryta komunikacinių klaidų. Jo vertinimu, sprendimą dėl poligono Valstybės gynimo taryba (VGT) galėjo priimti jau pasibaigus šventiniam laikotarpiui. Be to, M. Sinkevičius tikina, kad dalį žmonėms kylančių klausimų, pasitelkiant regioninę žiniasklaidą, buvo galima atsakyti iš anksto.

https://www.delfi.lt/naujienos/naujienos/lietuvoje/sinkevicius-pristatant-kapciamiescio-poligona-buvo-padaryta-komunikaciniu-klaidu-120196483

#DELFI

‘Some streets you drive along and there’s not a house that has been saved’

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/victoria/some-streets-you-drive-along-and-there-s-not-a-house-that-has-been-saved-20260110-p5nt1v.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Steph Curry scored 27 points and added 10 assists for his second double-double of the season in a 137-103 rout.

https://www.paradisepost.com/2026/01/09/curry-notches-double-double-as-warriors-dismantle-sacramento-kings/

#paradisepost

Himanta Biswa Sarma said people will lose respect for his West Bengal counterpart for the way she entered the crime scene, took away files, and used foul language

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/assam/assam-cm-pans-mamatas-behaviour-during-ed-raids/article70491384.ece

The wrist injury that ended Jaylen Brown's 2021 season lingered for years, the Celtics star revealed. 

https://www.bostonherald.com/2026/01/10/jaylen-brown-opens-up-about-2021-injury-ive-had-some-issues/

#bostonherald

Artėjant 35-osioms sausio įvykių metinėms, šeštadienį Vilniuje rengiamas tradicinis tarptautinis pagarbos bėgimas „Gyvybės ir mirties keliu“. Jis skirtas pagerbti žuvusiųjų 1991-ųjų sausio 13-osios naktį ir vėliau nuo sužalojimų mirusiųjų atminimą.

https://www.delfi.lt/naujienos/naujienos/lietuvoje/vilniuje-lietuvos-laisves-gynejams-pagerbti-skirtas-begimas-gyvybes-ir-mirties-keliu-120196444

#DELFI

Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to be among the runs in the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand despite coming after a break.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/news-it-easy-return-break-former-india-cricketer-s-massive-claim-rohit-sharma-virat-kohli-ahead-ind-vs-nz-2026-odis

#Sportskeeda

All-Star outfielder Cody Bellinger became a free agent after a strong 2025 season with the New York Yankees. The outfielder has been strongly linked with a return to the Bronx in free agency.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/baseball/news-yankees-loom-big-threat-mlb-insider-issues-verdict-8-2b-franchise-s-potential-cody-bellinger-reunion

#Sportskeeda

Rory McIlroy relaxes his shoulder. Scottie Scheffler rolls his forearms. Jordan Spieth shortens his swing. Same shot shape. Three different answers to three different problems. The draw — that coveted right-to-left curve — has haunted amateurs for decades. Most golfers freeze at the thought of it, trapped in an over-the-top motion that sends the ball […]The post How to Hit a Perfect Draw Like Major Champions Ft. Scottie Scheffler appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-how-to-hit-a-perfect-draw-like-major-champions-ft-scottie-scheffler/

Watch the match highlights between Aleksandar Kovacevic & Brandon Nakashima in the Semi-Finals of the 2026 Brisbane International.

https://www.smh.com.au/sport/tennis/2026-brisbane-international-highlights-aleksandar-kovacevic-v-brandon-nakashima-20260110-p5nt21.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

Sausio 10-ąją, šeštadienį Vilniuje nuo 11.30 iki 13.30 val. vyks XXXIV-asis tradicinis tarptautinis bėgimas „Gyvybės ir mirties keliu“, skirtas žuvusiems Lietuvos laisvės gynėjams pagerbti.

https://www.delfi.lt/sportas/kitos-sporto-sakos/sostineje-xxxiv-asis-tradicinis-tarptautinis-begimas-gyvybes-ir-mirties-keliu-120196446

#DELFI

Indiana defenders feasted on early Oregon turnovers to build a big lead they never surrendered en route to a 56-22 thrashing in Friday's Peach Bowl.

https://www.upi.com/Sports_News/2026/01/10/Indiana-ousts-Oregon-reach-first-college-football-championship/3121768011890/

#upiasia

Nightlife is growing significantly faster in Sydney’s west than in the east – and this is not by accident.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/nsw/the-people-the-vibe-everything-how-two-sydney-suburbs-plan-to-supercharge-nightlife-20251223-p5nppk.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#brisbanetimes

After beating Oregon 56–22 in the Peach Bowl semifinal, Curt Cignetti’s Indiana is set to face Miami in the National Title Game. But at this moment, instead of talking about preparation, Cignetti gives off a different vibe. It’s an interesting contrast, especially as Miami’s head coach has already signaled the team’s best version of preparation. […]The post Curt Cignetti Goes Completely Opposite to Mario Cristobal After Peach Bowl Victory appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/ncaa-college-football-news-curt-cignetti-goes-completely-opposite-to-mario-cristobal-after-peach-bowl-victory/

Tuesday’s thorough win over Butler was a step in the right direction. A victory Saturday at Creighton would signal a turning point.

https://nypost.com/2026/01/09/sports/st-johns-battle-with-creighton-a-telling-sign-for-rest-of-this-season/

#Post

The project will include the library along with 124 affordable housing units, a child care center and a 240-space parking garage. It is expected to be completed in spring 2028, following a two-phase construction timeline with the first phase focusing on the building's shell, housing, child care and parking expected to finish in mid-2026. 

https://www.santacruzsentinel.com/2026/01/09/photos-work-continues-on-new-library-building-in-downtown-santa-cruz/

#santacruzsentinel

The missing child's mother and stepfather were taken into custody late Wednesday night on child abuse, child sexual abuse, and conspiracy complaints, according to OSBI.

https://abcnews.go.com/US/mother-stepfather-arrested-alleged-child-abuse-amid-search/story?id=129064524

A top AEW star has been absent for an extended period. Amidst his lengthy hiatus, a major update has emerged regarding his potential return to Tony Khan's wrestling promotion.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/aew/rumor-massive-update-top-aew-star-s-future-amid-hiatus-reports

#Sportskeeda

Earlier today on SmackDown, a new WWE champion was crowned in shocking fashion. Fans reacted to the way the match ended and compared this to Jon Moxley and Adam Copeland's controversial bout last year.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/aew/news-mox-cope-infinity-times-worse-fans-erupt-new-wwe-champion-suddenly-gets-crowned-smackdown

#Sportskeeda

The Celtics lost to an injury-depleted opponent on their home floor Wednesday night. They didn't let that happen again on Friday. 

https://www.bostonherald.com/2026/01/09/hot-shooting-celtics-hold-off-shorthanded-raptors-for-home-win/

#bostonherald

The Yankees have made multiple offers to Bellinger, The Post previously reported, but the main sticking point between the two sides at this point is believed to be contract length.

https://nypost.com/2026/01/09/sports/yankees-cody-bellinger-chances-will-come-down-to-key-sticking-point/

#Post

Michelle Wie West just sent golf Instagram into a frenzy with a post that caught even seasoned LPGA fans completely off guard. The retired LPGA pro is known for her witty humor. But her Instagram post was on a whole different level. “Raising small humans and large dogs require caffeine…lots and lots of caffeine 🤣 […]The post Jessica Korda & Fans Caught Off Guard as LPGA Legend Bluffs About What She’ll ‘Never’ Quit appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/golf-news-jessica-korda-and-fans-caught-off-guard-as-lpga-legend-michelle-wie-west-bluffs-about-what-she-ll-never-quit/

if you can keep Sean Payton and Bo Nix from strangling each other for two years, let alone help them to go 24-10 together in the regular season, you ought to be up for the Nobel Peace Prize — never mind the vacant head-coaching gigs with the Raiders or Ravens.

https://www.denverpost.com/2026/01/09/sean-payton-davis-webb-jim-leonhard-broncos-coach-interviews/

Inside the Xs and Os of No. 2 Michigan's tangle with Wisconsin on CBS

https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/michigan-wisconsin-prediction-pick-odds-spread-where-to-watch-live-tv-channel/

#CBSSports.com

It would be a perfect world where Victor Wembanyama would be able to recover from injuries without worrying about his DPOY eligibility. Or fans could count on Stephen Curry to make an MVP case while the Warriors get to rest him. And Nikola Jokic could still come back and play at an MVP level. However, […]The post Nuggets HC Reveals Nikola Jokic’s Mental State as NBA Rule Threatens MVP Bid appeared first on EssentiallySports.

https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-nuggets-hc-reveals-nikola-jokics-mental-state-as-nba-rule-threatens-mvp-bid/

China's spot market price for 256GB DDR5 memory has burst over $5700 (!!!), where just 100 modules of 256GB DDR5 would buy a housing unit in Shanghai.Continue reading at TweakTown

https://www.tweaktown.com/news/109647/256gb-of-ram-costs-5700-in-china-you-need-only-100-modules-to-buy-small-house-shanghai/index.html

#tweaktown

Cody Rhodes' former tag team partner is in serious legal trouble. He was spotted leaving court after his first day in federal trial.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-watch-cody-rhodes-former-tag-team-partner-leaves-court-first-day-federal-trial

#Sportskeeda

Former Hendrick Motorsports driver Jeff Gordon was recently featured in an interview with SportsBusinessJournal.

https://www.sportskeeda.com/nascar/news-hms-legend-jeff-gordon-comments-hard-replace-steve-phelps-calls-exit-necessary-transition

#Sportskeeda

A three-goal outburst late in the second period carried UMass Lowell to a 5-3 upset of 10th-ranked UConn during a Hockey East clash Friday night in Storrs, Conn. The River Hawks (8-12-0, 4-6-0) turned a 1-1 game into a 4-1 lead in a span of 3:32 in the middle period. Jay Ahearn scored his second […]

https://www.lowellsun.com/2026/01/09/local-roundup-umass-lowell-upsets-10th-ranked-uconn-on-the-road-5-3/

As the gateway heaved during a busy holiday period, air traffic controllers were facing an unusually fetid issue – the raw smell of sewage.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/national/nsw/the-stench-that-overwhelmed-sydney-airport-s-air-traffic-control-tower-20251201-p5njpy.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed

#brisbanetimes