SAO PAULO (Reuters) – U.S. Representative George Santos competed as a drag queen in Brazilian beauty pageants 15 years ago, two acquaintances told Reuters on Wednesday, adding to contrasts that have drawn criticism of the openly gay Republican congressman's staunchly conservative views. The embattled freshman congressman has also faced calls from fellow New York Republicans to step down over fabrications […]

MANCHESTER airport has closed both its runways following heavy snowfall this morning. The airport has claimed the "health and safety" of passengers is a priority after the Met Office released a yellow weather warning for ice and snow. A spokesperson for Manchester Airport said: "Following a period of heavy snowfall, we have temporarily closed both runways. "Health and safety will […]

Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., sustained "several injuries" Wednesday after he was involved in an accident at his property, his office said. The severity of the injuries and how they occurred were not immediately clear. "Congressman Steube was involved in an accident on his property late this afternoon and has sustained several injuries," his office tweeted. "We will provide additional updates […]

Legal battle over UK government’s veto of ‘doomed’ Scottish gender reform bill would be costly ‘mistake’ by Nicola Sturgeon, legal experts say Nicola Sturgeon is set to launch a court battle over the veto of her gender bill The UK Government has imposed a section 35 order to stop it come into effect  Lord Hope of Craighead said the Government’s […]

Many things can be considered the enemy of retirement savings; but among these, taxes have to be near the top of the list. After you have worked hard to save and grow a retirement nest egg, it can feel like you’re simply handing over your hard-earned money to the government when you withdraw from your account. Tips: 10 Things To […]

Two killed by ‘armed’ chickens: Men bleed to death after being sliced by knives fixed to roosters at cockfights in India Two men have died at a cockfight during Sankranti celebrations Knives were attached to the birds feet in an extreme version of the sport In separate incidents the armed birds were startled whilst in a crowded place Two men in India’s […]

One in ten pet owners could give up their furry friend over cost of living, survey shows Nearly a fifth of pet owners are falling into debt to pay for their pet’s care A quarter said  they will not take their pet to the vets due to the high costs Some 60 per cent of rescues saw a decrease in pets […]

Biden smirks and LAUGHS at reporters while again refusing to answer questions on classified files – as shocking report reveals Department of Justice made deal to keep FBI agents AWAY from search Grinning Biden refused to answer questions from reporters in the Oval Office  Reporters shouted questions on the documents – but he just sat and smiled  And new report […]

Just one more excuse: Unilever boss tries to justify continuing to sell Cornettos in Russia Alan Jope pledged to stop selling all but essential products in Putin’s Russia  Yet the Unilever boss continues to sell Magnum and ice cream in the country A critic said Unilever only ‘cares only about profits and keeping its market share’ The boss of consumer […]

A public memorial service for Lisa Marie Presley will be held at Graceland, the singer's final resting place, on Sunday. The news comes as Yahoo Entertainment can confirm Elvis Presley's iconic estate in Tennessee will go to her three surviving daughters: Riley Keough, 33, and 14-year-old twins, Harper and Finley Lockwood. "Riley, Harper, Finley, and Priscilla are grateful for the […]