Japan set to test mine rare-earth mud from deep seabed but China complications may arise
As a reminder, this isn’t the first time that Japan has explored the potential to get rare earth minerals supply outside of China. In fact, the whole Lynas plant setup in Malaysia was also a direct result of political altercation between Japan and China over a decade ago. So, here we are again. Well, sort […]
These 3 Republican senators are giving John Thune headaches
As Senate Majority Leader John Thune rushed to advance a new funding package this month, he faced a familiar roadblock: a trio of conservatives from his conference’s right flank. Republican Sens. Rick Scott of Florida, Ron Johnson of Wisconsin and Mike Lee of Utah banded together as they sought to advance key conservative priorities, including […]
What Are Nieves Penitentes? Strange, Spiky Snow Formations Can Be Found Above 4,000 Meters In Some Of Earth’s Most Alien Landscapes
If you’re lucky enough to go hiking in South America’s Andes Mountains, you just might spot a strange weather phenomenon known as nieves penitentes (Spanish for “penitent snows”), so named for their resemblance to the pointed headwear of Christianity’s Holy Week penitents. The rest of this article is behind a paywall. Please sign in or […]
Bed Rot Essentials for That Post-Holiday Break
What Day Is It? Bed Rot Essentials Published December 23, 2025 12:01 AM PST TMZ may collect a share of sales or other compensation from links on this page. If your only plans for the week between Christmas and New Year’s involve your bed, a remote, and zero human interaction … we’re completely on the […]
Did ChatGPT give me the best FTSE stocks to buy 1 year ago?
Image source: Getty Images Almost one year I asked large language know-it-all ChatGPT to name the best three FTSE stocks for me to buy for five years. However, I wasn’t that impressed with the ones it gave me, so I picked my own three UK stocks to go head-to-head with the AI bot. After nearly […]
Perfect Purdy shows mettle on MNF as San Francisco 49ers see off Indianapolis Colts
Brock Purdy delivered a masterclass – and a sign of his growing maturity in high pressure situations – as the San Francisco 49ers cruised past the Indianapolis Colts on Monday Night Football. Purdy finished 25-of-34 for 295 yards with five touchdowns and an interception as the Niners won 48-27 at Lucas Oil Stadium to improve […]
Pastor Phil In ‘Four Christmases’ ‘Memba Him?!
No doubt Dwight Yoakam is a legend, but for the younger crowds who watched him play Pastor Phil in “Four Christmases,” this one’s for you! The American singer-songwriter, actor, and filmmaker was in his early 50s when he played the over-the-top pastor in the rom-com Christmas film “Four Christmases” back in 2008. Source link
Could the Barclays share price be the FTSE 100’s big winner in 2026?
Image source: Getty Images The Barclays (LSE:BARC) share price has climbed 75% in the last 12 months. But with the way 2026 is shaping up, I don’t think a repeat performance next year is out of the question. Unlike other FTSE 100 banks, Barclays combines a significant investment banking operation with its retail operations. And […]
Trading.com’s New Investment Account is Now Available to EU (EEA) Clients
A zero-commission, transparent solution for long-term and new investors — plus a €50 Welcome Bonus to get started. Trading.com’s European entity has launched its Investment Account, allowing EEA clients to invest directly in shares listed on major global exchanges. Fully integrated into the Trading.com platform, the Investment Account provides a simple, transparent way to invest […]
SF Drunk Woman Has Not Yet Pressed Charges Against Her Alleged Attackers
SF Drunk Woman I Got Bodyslammed & Tripped … But Haven’t Pressed Charges — Yet!!! Published December 23, 2025 1:00 AM PST The woman who went viral for her drunken brawl with bartenders in San Francisco is seemingly letting the cocktail connoisseurs off the hook … TMZ has learned. Shireen Afkari has certainly made a […]
