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Fulton Sheen became a TV sensation preaching faith, morality and warnings Michael Knowles says still resonate
Archbishop Fulton Sheen was formally beatified by the Roman Catholic Church in St. Louis on Thursday, marking a significant step towards possible sainthood for one of America’s most influential twentieth-century religious figures. Conservative commentator Michael Knowles has argued that if Sheen were delivering his original messages about Christianity, morality and communism in 2026, he would…
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BBC may close more channels including BBC3 and BBC Scotland
BBC director-general Matt Brittin has indicated that further television and radio channels could close as part of sweeping cost-saving measures, with BBC3 and BBC Scotland specifically at risk. The broadcaster aims to save £500 million over three years and reduce its workforce by approximately 2,000 roles. Brittin also stated he would be open to experimenting…
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International Documentary Association Calls On Israeli Government To Halt “Campaign Of Threats” Against ‘NAZA’ Directors
The International Documentary Association has urged the Israeli government to end what it describes as threats and intimidation against Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, directors of the Gaza war documentary *NAZA*. The appeal follows accusations by Israeli officials that the filmmakers committed treason, and has intensified debate over freedom of expression, press protections and Israel’s…
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Human remains beneath California home lead to suspected 2006 murder arrest
A California homeowner discovered human remains beneath his Big Bear house in 2020, unknowingly helping to resolve the disappearance and suspected murder of Jill Maiorca, who was 29 when she died. DNA testing confirmed her identity in 2023, and investigators subsequently identified her former husband, Jeff Maiorca, as a suspect. Authorities believe Jill was murdered…
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Beckham receives £38m payout as brand empire profits soar after World Cup deals
Sir David Beckham has received a £38million payout thanks to record profits from his brand empire, which benefited significantly from World Cup sponsorships and endorsement deals during the 2026 tournament in the United States. His holding company, DRJB Holdings, nearly doubled its pre-tax profits to £50million in 2025, highlighting Beckham’s continued commercial power as a…
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Woman dies after vehicle collision on Monaro Highway near Bredbo
A woman believed to be in her 60s has died after being struck by a vehicle on Monaro Highway in the New South Wales Snowy Monaro region on Friday evening. Emergency services attended the scene approximately 1 kilometre south of Bredbo at around 6:30pm, but the woman was pronounced dead at the scene despite treatment…
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A running tally of the most ridiculous things AI bigwigs have said so far
The article catalogues dramatic and contradictory claims made by prominent AI executives about artificial general intelligence (AGI), alongside warnings that AI could either transform society or destroy humanity. It argues that industry leaders repeatedly shift their predictions and use fashionable terminology to promote increasingly valuable AI businesses. The tally includes claims that AGI was already…
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Rayner condemns Mahmood’s proposed settlement restrictions for overseas care workers
Housing Secretary Angela Rayner has criticised Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood’s plan to make it more difficult for foreign workers to claim permanent residence, particularly targeting overseas care staff. Rayner accused Mahmood of “changing the goalposts” for migrants who came to the UK specifically to care for vulnerable people, describing the retrospective policy change as “very…
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WATCH: Former Dem Lt Gov reveals why he resigned after sexual harassment probe rocked state
Former New Jersey Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell resigned following a damaging independent ethics investigation that substantiated sexual harassment allegations against him, though he disputes the findings and insists he stepped down to avoid distracting Governor Mikie Sherrill’s administration. The 61-page probe, commissioned by the state, detailed a pattern of misconduct that prompted Sherrill to publicly…
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Judge handed nine penalty points on his driving licence after being caught speeding three times while rushing to court
Deputy District Judge Charles Crow has received nine penalty points after being caught speeding on three occasions between November 2023 and March 2026. He admitted misconduct, apologised and said he was embarrassed, explaining that rushing to or from court contributed to the offences. Crow voluntarily reported the incidents and was dealt with through fast-track proceedings,…