Jamaica, Queens resident Shaurna Walters just claimed the top prize in a New York Lottery promotion tied to the Erie Canal bicentennial. One winning ticket, a life-changing payout, and a look at where the other top prizes landed across the state.

Geopolitics upends a planned cruise, swapping Japan for South Korea and reshaping the travel map. With visa-free options and a surge of visitors steering traffic toward Busan and Jeju, 2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for these ports.

Beloved actor Catherine O’Hara has died at 71, leaving fans and colleagues stunned. Tributes are pouring in as the entertainment world remembers her warmth, humor, and the unforgettable moments she brought to screens big and small.

New tensions flare as Moscow’s move to tighten Telegram clashes with the needs of troops on the ground. Reports of outages disrupt media sharing, drawing sharp questions from pro-war voices and a masked serviceman who asks: did you consider the impact on operations? A look at the tug-of-war between control and coordination in wartime communications.

Dense fog will blanket Corpus Christi overnight, thinning only by mid-morning Thursday and turning commutes into a slower ride. Expect warm, muggy air in the low 80s with onshore breezes, and a few light showers possible as the week winds down. The weekend looks mostly dry, though a weak front could push in a few…

Beijing shoppers are gearing up for the Spring Festival, driven by fresh subsidies that make upgrading home appliances and digital gear more accessible. A new round of consumer-trade-in incentives is reshaping the festive shopping rush and nudging more people back into physical stores. Could this signal a stronger push of domestic demand shaping the year…

SVU is headed into a bold season 27 with a fresh showrunner and major cast changes signaling a new direction for the NYPD’s Special Victims Unit. As familiar faces stay on and new dynamics emerge, the long-running drama hints at an even more gripping chapter ahead.

Florida’s dawn is set for a high-flying spectacle as a towering Vulcan rocket lifts off from Cape Canaveral. A dramatic display along the coast—with thunderous roar and a brilliant plume—could light up the horizon across the Sunshine State, weather permitting.

February 11, 2026 sparked a fresh wave of California Lottery excitement across Powerball, Daily Derby, Fantasy 5, and more. With suspenseful draws and hints of big prizes, the latest results are stirring up buzz for hopeful players.

Fresh documents revive the Epstein saga around a former royal envoy. As police review alleged confidential disclosures, the monarchy faces renewed scrutiny over accountability, secrecy, and what comes next for the royals.

Two new Avios-Only routes from London City are heading to Madrid and Toulon Saint-Tropez this summer. Every seat on these flights is bookable with Avios, marking British Airways’ 50th Avios-Only service and a new perk for loyal travelers. Club members should note the February 12, 2026 booking window for exclusive access.

New polling reveals a surprising shift: 48% of likely voters say Biden handles the country better than Trump (40%). With rising concerns about prices and the economy and growing doubts about Trump’s leadership, the political landscape is tightening as the midterms draw nearer.