Taking the World Cup away from the United States would be deeply regrettable – and completely justified.
Removing the United States as a co-host of the 2026 World Cup would be a painful loss for almost everyone.…
'I box to fight off my demons': Sue Webster opens up about drunken arguments, her exciting new projects, and becoming a mother at 52.
Sue Webster is reminiscing about the boozy art openings of the 1990s. A hazy memory surfaces of Damien Hirst riding…
'It could have been a shoe or a stick': Sajid Javid reflects on the beatings he received from his father, his involvement in petty crime, and how he managed to turn his
In 2019, when Sajid Javid was home secretary, he spoke about growing up on “the most dangerous street in Britain”…
From nudist neighbors to foul-mouthed mothers: the greatest TV characters you never actually see on screen.
When you think of television characters, you probably remember the ones you can actually see. But that overlooks a small…
Former French senator faces trial for allegedly spiking an MP's drink with MDMA.
A former French senator has gone on trial in Paris, accused of drugging a fellow politician in order to sexually…
The European Union has launched an investigation into X over sexually explicit images generated by its Grok AI.
The European Commission has opened an investigation into Elon Musk’s X platform over the creation of sexually explicit images and…
'Eternally spellbinding': the TV shows that leave you baffled – yet you can't stop watching.
Catterick is my favorite baffling TV show. It stars Vic and Bob, along with a stellar supporting cast including Reece…
Germany is rapidly expanding its military forces in response to new security challenges.
Not long ago, being a German soldier in uniform was a difficult role to fill. You could be walking down…
Strong vs. swole: the surprising truth about building muscle
Until recently, the common understanding of muscle growth centered on a “tear and repair” process. The idea was that exercise…
Even the elites at Davos have finally taken notice, but mere speeches won't be enough to see them through the collapse of the old order.
When exactly did the rules-based order die? Mark Carney’s speech last week at Davos was the first time a Western…