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The leader propelled the Liberals to power in 2015 promising ‘sunny ways’ and a progressive agendaYour support helps us to tell the storyFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stepping down as party leader after nearly 10 years in office

The security expert is expected to determine whether or not the city’s new bollards are strong enough to actually stop a truck attackA terror attack in New Orleans has left the city's mayor searching for expert security advice ahead of next month's Super Bowl.New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell told reporters over the weekend that she wanted to use a "tactical expert" to review the city's security capabilities prior to the Super Bowl LIX, which will be held at Caesars Superdome, Fox 8 reports.

New Orleans mayor calls for ‘tactical expert’ to review the city’s safety plans ahead of Super Bowl

Is Frontier's flight pass worth the money and the effort? Read reviews by people who say they have used it.No-frills carrier Frontier Airlines has come up with a novel way to fill unsold seats. Frontier sells a so-called "All-You-Can-Fly" pass that, in exchange for a membership fee, permits customers to confirm flights the day before departure and pay only the taxes and fees, which vary by airport. Customers report that using the pass often allows them to fly for $30–$45 per flight.Here's how the GoWild!

Frontier Airlines GoWild! Pass Reviews: What Flyers Say About the "All-You-Can-Fly" Subscription

Many Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients are set to benefit from significant changes in early 2025. Understanding these upcoming adjustments can ensure you’re prepared and empowered financially.In a strategic move, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced that SSI payments for January, February, and March 2025 will arrive sooner to prevent financial delays.

Receive Your Social Security Payments Early in the First Three Months of 2025

Article continues below advertisementArticle continues below advertisementIn the court filing, the 78-year-old's attorneys noted they would seek "a dismissal of this politically motivated prosecution that was flawed from the very beginning."The sentencing date is currently scheduled for January 10. In May, Trump was found guilty of 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide a $130,000 payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels to keep her quiet ahead of the 2016 presidential election.

Donald Trump Begs Court to Postpone Hush Money Case Sentencing and Cries Over 'Politically Motivated Prosecution' Just Weeks Before His Inauguration

American Pickers star Mike Wolfe reflects on the year 2024 which he experienced 'heartbreak and loss' that included Frank Fitz's deathMike Wolfe reflected on his 2024 and all that he experienced from the good and the bad.The American Pickers star took to his Instagram on Tuesday, December 31, to put words to what the past year was like for him.

American Pickers star Mike Wolfe reflects on year of 'heartbreak and loss' after Frank Fitz's death

Old hotels seem to get a reputation for being haunted. Look at one of Rapid City's oldest hotels, the Hotel Alex Johnson, which construction began on the hotel the day before work began on Mount Rushmore in 1927. There is no shortage of haunted stories and legends when it comes to the Hotel Alex Johnson.

The Most Haunted Hotel in Iowa

Annie Lane writes the Dear Annie advice column.DEAR ANNIE: A woman, “Patty,” who pursued my husband 10 years ago, attends church with me. During this time, my husband alerted me to her efforts, and it culminated with her answering her home’s front door in only a towel. Patty had called him to pick something up. My husband, fearing her aggressive flirting, demanded I come with him. So instead of my husband, I was standing there when she answered the door. I remarked at the time, “I apologize for interrupting

Dear Annie: The woman at church who pursued my husband is asking the congregation to pray for me

Trump-Vance Transition Spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt posted a reaction to the news that President Biden will be seeking to block offshore oil and gas drilling across most of the U.S. coast before Trump becomes president.She said "This is a disgraceful decision designed to exact political revenge on the American people who gave President Trump a mandate to increase drilling and lower gas prices.

Donald Trump Reacts to Joe Biden Stopping Him From Drilling: 'Disgraceful'

Image Credit: Taylor Hill for FilmMagic | Getty ImagesMany want to know more about Zendaya’s engagement ring after news broke that she and Tom Holland have become officially engaged. Zendaya showed off the stunning diamond ring on the red carpet of the 2025 Golden Globes on January 5, leading to speculation on what it meant. It then became clear that it was indeed an engagement ring with People reporting that the two 28-year-old stars are engaged according to a family source. And luckily, it looks like fans

What Is Zendaya’s Engagement Ring from Tom Holland? Diamond Designer, Cut & Price Explained

Elderly people living in Russia have reportedly been targeted by Putin's North Korean troops. The soldiers are said to be using pensioners homes as 'shelter' during the warNorth Korean soldiers who are helping Russia fight its war against Ukraine are reportedly throwing pensioners out of their homes.

Putin's North Korean troops caught 'throwing pensioners out of homes' to hide from drones

Despite leaving WWE at the end of 2024, Samantha Irvin has kept her connection to professional wrestling.Samantha Irvin was backstage at AEW Dynamite on January 1 and she’s continued to chat about wrestling on her social media accounts.There’s been speculation that she may join her husband Ricochet in Tony Khan’s company, but she is reportedly still under her non-compete clause with WWE.

‘Definitely a tag team’… Samantha Irvin teases return to wrestling as former WWE ring announcer makes AEW debut

No ifs, ands or butts about it — there are three things oncology dietitian Nichole Andrews avoids because she’s worried they will raise her risk for colon and other cancers.“Knowledge is power, and I’m here to drop some truth bombs about how to reduce cancer risk,” Andrews, who wrote “The F*ck Cancer Cookbook,” posted recently on Instagram.

I’m a cancer dietitian — 3 things I never do, including a food I won’t eat because of colon cancer

‘Thing is grandmas and moms wont notice.’@cosmicdealheather/TikTokA Walmart shopper believes the retailer is selling holiday offerings with AI-generated artwork.Cosmic Heather (@cosmicdealheather) first spotted a popcorn tin sporting what she thought was an odd aesthetic. Upon a closer look, she speculated that its artwork was crafted by computer software and not a human hand.

‘I didn’t think it could get worse’: Walmart shopper picks up butter cookie tins from the shelf. Then she takes a closer look

Critics of President-elect Donald Trump have taken to the streets of Washington, D.C., to urge Congress to block him from taking power, citing the 14th Amendment.Newsweek reached out to Trump's transition team and the political movement "14th Now" via email for comment on Sunday.

Donald Trump Critics Push Plan to Block Him From Taking Power in DC Protest

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.Have you ever asked yourself, 'Why does my cat sleep at my feet?' If you’re like me, there’s nothing better than a warm weight on your feet, and many cats love to fill that gap.

Why does my cat sleep at my feet? An expert reveals the adorable reason behind this position

Brandon Sheffield, 40, is accused of shooting his wife, Jennifer Sheffield, 30, dead at a property in Mississippi before taking his own life in an apparent murder-suicide.Jennifer and Brandon Sheffield's bodies were discovered in a homeChilling footage shows a Mississippi single mum calling her husband ‘incredible’ amid their divorce - before he ‘killed her just days later’.Brandon Sheffield, 40, allegedly shot his soon-to-be ex-wife Jennifer Sheffield, 30, and then turned the weapon on himself in

Mississippi mom calls husband 'incredible' amid divorce in haunting clip before 'murder' days later

‘Take it back, get a refund.’The gently bent, golden arms of elbow pasta that most would know for its inclusion in dishes like macaroni and cheese have a very specific appearance.So it comes as no surprise that someone would be upset when the pasta is a brown-gray color.

‘Why is it like that?’: Woman opens new box of Barilla elbow pasta. Then she pours it out

Steve Harvey found himself at a loss for words after hearing a Family Feud contestant’s survey response.It’s not often Steve is tongue-tied, but one contestant named Joey managed to leave Steve speechless.During his episode, Joey took a turn at the podium across from his opponent as they faced off.

Family Feud contestant begs host Steve Harvey to ‘say something’ following awkward survey answer

Washington Post staffers are bracing for layoffs as morale in the newsroom has plummeted in the wake of an exodus of top talent from the Jeff Bezos-owned broadsheet, according to a report.The imminent staff cuts are expected to impact “many dozens” of employees in the business division — with an announcement possibly coming down as soon as this week, according to Oliver Darcy of the Status newsletter.

Washington Post expected to lay off ‘many dozens’ in coming week after cartoonist quits in protest: report

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In the wake of Judge Juan Merchan’s decision last week to preserve the New York hush money indictment and jury verdict against President-elect Donald Trump, my phone blew up with breathless questions like, “Will you be at the sentencing?” and “Do you think he’ll show?”

Why the road to Trump’s sentencing could be a wild ride

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill ordered on Monday an investigation into safety and security deficiencies in New Orleans, where an Army veteran sped around a police blockade and raced down Bourbon Street, killing 14 New Year’s revelers.“The People of Louisiana deserve answers,” Murrill said in a statement.

Louisiana AG orders security investigation as Biden directs resources to help New Orleans

The bill eliminates two decades-old provisions aimed at reducing Social Security benefits for millions of retirees.With President Joe Biden signing a bill over the weekend to improve Social Security benefits for millions of public sector workers, many Americans may be wondering if they qualify for what the White House is calling the first expansion of such assistance in 20 years.

Who gets increased Social Security benefits? What to know after President Biden signs bill

A new bill signed into law by President Biden will increase Social Security payments for nearly three million current and former public employees.The law, named the Social Security Fairness Act, repeals a pair of provisions that had limited benefits for recipients with other pensions.That means workers who previously received reduced payments, including those who served as teachers, firefighters and police officers, among other public sector jobs, will soon receive benefits in the full amount.

Millions of public workers are set to get higher Social Security benefits. Here's why

The U.S. has recorded its first human death from bird flu, a grim milestone that comes as at least 66 cases have been recorded in the country.The patient, who was over 65 and had underlying medical conditions, was hospitalized in Louisiana in December; the case was considered the country's first severe human H5N1 infection.

U.S. records its first human bird flu death

Officers responded to reports of gunfire at the consulate, where they found one person dead from an apparent gunshot woundRep. Brian Mast warns Democratic immigration policies 'are coming to an end'Rep. Brian Mast, R-Fla., joins 'The Faulkner Focus' to discuss the looming showdown between the incoming Trump administration and sanctuary cities.

Shooting near Honduran Consulate in Atlanta leaves 1 dead, 1 injured; suspect arrested

The Passport and the 4Runner are two competitors wearing fresh faces, the 4Runner as a 2025 model and the Passport as a '26. We have yet to put either one through our testing regimen but expect to do so soon. Until then, it's worth taking a look at how these two rivals stack up in terms of size, price, equipment, and more.

2026 Honda Passport vs. 2025 Toyota 4Runner: Comparing Mid-Size SUVs

CNN —President-elect Donald Trump is still pushing for universal tariffs on imports from overseas as his trade advisers are working to craft a strategy to translate his campaign pledges into policy, according to multiple people familiar with the matter.In private discussions, aides are still focused on drawing up plans that hew closely to the blanket tariffs Trump proposed as a candidate — 10% on imports from all countries, with a 60% levy on goods from China — while acknowledging that adjustments may need to be made to accommodate political or economic realities, according to three sources.

A battle is brewing over tariffs among Trump’s team

You've already been turned onto the benefits of using cloth napkins over paper, but what do you do with the napkins that are no longer fit for service? Throwing them out feels, well, just not right. After all, fabric waste is a growing concern globally; the world's textile fiber production has doubled in the past roughly two decades, growing from an already astounding 58 million tonnes (2000) to 109 million tonnes (2020), per European Parliament.

Before You Toss Old Cloth Napkins, Try These 12 Creative Repurposing Ideas

WASHINGTON (AP) — Some lawmakers emotionally recalled the violence. Others said they’d rather move on. And some said it wasn’t violent at all.The certification Monday of Donald Trump’s presidential victory further exposed the divide, and the tension, among members of Congress over Jan. 6, 2021 — as Trump has called the bloody attack by his supporters “a day of love” and has promised to pardon rioters who have been convicted of crimes related to that day once he is in office.