Surprise rise in wages – as unemployment unexpectedly stays the same
Wages have risen while unemployment unexpectedly saw no change, official figures show. Average weekly earnings rose 6% in the three months to December, data...
Wind energy just had a record year in Germany — but the federal election could shake things up
Cars and trucks drive along a country road in stormy weather. Jan Woitas | Picture Alliance | Getty Images 2024 was a strong year...
Pope Francis has ‘bilateral pneumonia’ but remains in ‘good mood’, Vatican says
The Pope has been diagnosed with bilateral pneumonia but is in a “good mood”, the Vatican has said. It comes after it cancelled Pope...
Russia ‘releases US citizen detained on drug charges’ ahead of Ukraine peace talks
Russia has reportedly released a American citizen who had been detained on drug charges, just hours ahead of its talks with the US over...
Who wins the U.S.-Canada rematch? Goalie confidence, X factors, keys to victory
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Canada punches ticket to 4 Nations championship: Grades, takeaways from 5-3 win
Kristen ShiltonFeb 17, 2025, 04:30 PM ET Close Kristen Shilton is a national NHL reporter for ESPN. Open Extended Reactions With a berth in...
Ukraine war: Who is attending Russia and US peace talks?
Top US and Russian officials are set to meet in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday with the aim of restoring ties and setting up negotiations...
Pope stable in hospital and ‘asks for prayers’, Vatican says – as doctors treat ‘complex’ infection
The pope’s condition is “stable” and he is “touched by messages of affection”, the Vatican has said in an update amid his hospital stay....
‘US security guarantee’ the only path to peace in Ukraine, Starmer says – ahead of Trump meeting next week
A “US security guarantee” is the only path to peace in Ukraine, Sir Keir Starmer has said. Speaking in Paris after an emergency summit...
‘We could not make it work’: Kemi Badenoch admits Tories couldn’t find money for major defence boost
There’s been a lot of talk in politics recently about “Western values”. Just last week, the new US vice president JD Vance spoke about...
‘Categorically wrong’: Scientists condemn comments by Reform’s Richard Tice that man-made climate change is ‘garbage’
Scientists have spoken out after Reform UK’s deputy leader dismissed scientific consensus on man-made climate as “garbage”. Richard Tice MP told Sky’s political correspondent...
Emergency teams responding after plane crash in Toronto
At least 15 people have been injured in a plane crash that’s left a Delta Airlines aircraft upside down at a Canadian airport. Images...
M. Tkachuk out, Canada sticks with Binnington
Greg WyshynskiFeb 17, 2025, 11:54 AM ET Close Greg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. Open Extended Reactions BOSTON — Team USA star Matthew...
‘We could not make it work’: Kemi Badenoch admits Tories couldn’t find money for major defence boost
There’s been a lot of talk in politics recently about “Western values”. Just last week, the new US vice president JD Vance spoke about...
Israel says it will receive bodies of four hostages held by Hamas in Gaza
Israel says it is preparing to receive the bodies of four hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Israeli security officials also said they were...
Previewing Canada-Finland, USA-Sweden in 4 Nations Face-Off: Top stats, key players, betting picks
Open Extended Reactions The first four games of the NHL 4 Nations Face-Off have been thrilling, including two games that went to overtime, a...
Princess of Wales shares portraits drawn by George, Charlotte and Louis
The Princess of Wales has shared a series of portraits drawn by herself, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. Pictures of the artworks...
Ukraine war: Who is attending Russia and US peace talks?
Top US and Russian officials are set to meet in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday with the aim of restoring ties and setting up negotiations...
FAST Telescope Unveils New Findings on Long-Period Pulsars
The emission properties of three long-period pulsars have been observed through the Five-hundred-meter Aperture Spherical radio Telescope (FAST). Detailed findings of the study highlight...
Reynolds set for fresh talks on British Steel rescue deal
The business secretary will this week hold a fresh round of talks with British Steel’s Chinese owner amid protracted talks about a state bailout...