After the longest government shutdown, Air Force and Space Force civilians are returning to work—but backpay and full compensation won’t come overnight. Agencies are lining up flexible schedules and accommodations as pay timelines are clarified. The coming weeks will show how thousands of workers regain their footing.

Urgent diplomacy takes center stage as the German chancellor prioritizes talks on the Ukraine war. He lines up high-level discussions with key international leaders and European partners amid debate over a new peace framework.

Former Reform UK Wales leader Nathan Gill pleaded guilty to bribery, unveiling a covert scheme to influence European politics for cash. Secret messages and pro-Russia links point to attempts to sway opinion and policymakers, raising tough questions about democracy and accountability.

Tensions flare in East Asia as comments by Japan’s Sanae Takaichi hint at a potential military option over Taiwan. China’s response blends nationalist rhetoric with economic pressure, signaling a new phase as defense postures and alliances shift. A pivotal moment for Tokyo, Beijing, and their neighbors reshapes the regional security map.

Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher have mastered balancing high-profile projects with family life, tag-teaming parenting to keep one parent with the kids. Kunis takes on selective roles each year, while their latest moves hint at a family-first approach—from big plans for Thanksgiving to a comeback in a beloved franchise.

Are Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth heading toward a candid, face-to-face moment after years apart? Cyrus is said to be seeking closure, not a revival of the past, while Hemsworth weighs the idea with caution. With both moving forward in their own lives, a potential reunion could shift the course of what comes next.

Nataliia Khodemchuk carried a lifetime of memory—from the early days after the Chernobyl disaster to Kyiv’s ongoing battles. Widowed by the first victim of 1986, she spent years honoring those lost, even as a new wave of tragedy touched her own neighborhood. Her story is a poignant reminder of resilience, memory, and the human cost…

Mila Kunis arrives in an ivory satin gown that exudes effortless chic, pockets and all. In a candid chat, she shares how she balances family life with selective acting and Navigates the chaos of Thanksgiving plans this season.

Noah Cyrus opens up about a lifelong connection to the unknown, sharing how ghostly encounters and family legends helped shape her music—along with a life‑changing moment from her teens that reshaped her perspective.

Jason Statham returns in a pulse-pounding thriller that drops him into a perilous clash with ruthless foes. Directed by David Ayer and co-written by Stallone, the film delivers Statham’s signature grit with high-octane energy. Streaming buzz is building as fans dive into his latest blockbuster.