France is preparing to ban children under the age of 15 from using social media platforms and to prohibit mobile phones in high schools from September 2026, local media reported on Wednesday. The proposals reflect growing public concern over the effects of social media and screen time on children’s mental health and behaviour. According to…
LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 24: Enzo Maresca, Manager of Chelsea, reacts as he speaks to the media during a Chelsea Press Conference at Stamford Bridge on November 24, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images) After eighteen months in charge, Italian coach Enzo Maresca has left Premier League club Chelsea, with a…
The director of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Guangdong has been picked to lead the government body coordinating the Northern Metropolis, after authorities previously pledged to fast-track the megaproject’s development. The government announced on Friday that Linda So Wai-sze would become the director of the Northern Metropolis Coordination Office from Monday next…
Welcome to week 20 of The Athletic’s Premier League predictions challenge, which is already interfering with my New Year’s resolutions. Rather than dusting down my trainers and getting out for a much-needed — desperately needed — run, I find myself ruminating over the Premier League fixtures and how they affect our predictions challenge. Each week…
PALM BEACH, Fla.—Only hours after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, President Trump had transformed into a party host, speaking into a wireless microphone as a yacht-rock band warmed up on the stage behind him. PREMIUM President Trump mingling with guests during a New Year’s Eve event at his Mar-a-Lago home. “We have a man…
Key Points This new year will mark the end of an era for Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE: BRK.A)(NYSE: BRK.B). Long-time CEO Warren Buffett retired from that position on Dec. 31, 2025, turning over the reins to Greg Abel. While Buffett plans to continue working for Berkshire, Abel will run the day-to-day operations. I think 2026 could…
2026 will be a year of changes for Berkshire Hathaway. This new year will mark the end of an era for Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.A 0.08%)(BRK.B 0.21%). Long-time CEO Warren Buffett retired from that position on Dec. 31, 2025, turning over the reins to Greg Abel. While Buffett plans to continue working for Berkshire, Abel will…
Veteran Hong Kong lawmakers Starry Lee Wai-king and Ronick Chan Chun-ying have thrown their hats in the ring to be the Legislative Council’s next president, with a vote expected on January 8. Lee and Chan are running to succeed former president Andrew Leung Kwan-yuen, who stepped down after deciding not to seek re-election in the…
Chinese Yuan extended its advance into the opening day of 2026, climbing to its strongest level against Dollar since May 2023. Part of the rally appears to reflect a knee-jerk reaction to the basket adjustment. China’s foreign exchange trade platform said the CFETS basket will be updated in 2026 as part of its routine annual…
Looking for help with today’s NYT Connections puzzle? The January 2 challenge can be tricky, but a few helpful hints and clues can make things much easier. Connections, available for free on The New York Times website and the Games app, tests your ability to spot patterns by grouping 16 words into four sets based…