Zheng Qinwen, last year’s Australian Open finalist, became the highest seed to be eliminated in the tournament so far after a surprising second-round defeat to world No. 97 Laura Siegemund. The 36-year-old German veteran triumphed 7-6 (3), 6-3, securing her place in the third round for the third time in her career. Zheng, the fifth…
Jimmy Kimmel returned to his late-night show on Monday, January 13, with an emotional opening monologue addressing the ongoing wildfires ravaging Los Angeles. The host spoke candidly about the terrifying and stressful week the city has faced, including his own evacuation and the impact on many of his colleagues. Kimmel’s voice shook as he shared…
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has vehemently denied accusations that his country ever plotted to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump during last year’s U.S. election campaign, insisting that such claims are part of a scheme to promote “Iranophobia” and have no basis in reality. In an interview, Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran has “never attempted to nor does…
The US Department of Defense has added Chinese tech giants Tencent, known for its social media and gaming platforms, and CATL, the world’s largest battery manufacturer, to a list of companies accused of having links to China’s military. Inclusion on the Pentagon’s list, known as the 1260H list, does not result in immediate sanctions but…
On the field, the Rams wasted no time, taking a 10-0 lead in the first quarter with a 5-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Matthew Stafford to running back Kyren Williams and a 34-yard field goal by Joshua Karty. Leading 10-3 in the second quarter, Rams cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon sacked Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold, forcing a…
As Southern California deals with ongoing wildfires, experts warn those returning to their homes—particularly those spared from the flames—to take precautions against the lingering risks from ash, smoke, and toxic chemicals. Even homes without physical damage may harbor harmful particles affecting air quality and health. Katherine Pruitt, senior director for policy at the American Lung…
Despite the devastating wildfires currently ravaging Los Angeles, both the Grammys and the Oscars will proceed as scheduled in February and March 2025, with a renewed focus on honoring first responders and supporting wildfire relief efforts. The announcement comes after discussions about whether to cancel or reshape the events in light of the fires, which…
Special counsel Jack Smith’s final report, released on January 7, 2025, reveals that his team had gathered sufficient evidence to convict former President Donald Trump of trying to overturn the 2020 election results. However, the report states that Trump’s election to a second term in November made proceeding with the case impossible. Smith, whose office…
The fate of TikTok in the United States hangs in the balance as the Supreme Court deliberates on a law that could ban the app. Signed by President Biden in April, the law mandates that TikTok’s China-based parent company, ByteDance, must sell the app to a non-Chinese owner or face a nationwide ban starting January…
Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray, once fierce rivals, have joined forces as Djokovic resumes his quest for a record-breaking 25th grand slam title at the Australian Open. In a surprising twist, Murray, who retired recently, has stepped into a coaching role for Djokovic, marking a new chapter in their decades-long relationship on and off the…