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Former Los Angeles Lakers centre Elden Campbell has died at 57, prompting tributes across the NBA as fans and teammates mourn the 'gentle giant' whose calm presence and consistent play defined a 15-year career.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem credited Donald Trump for an unprecedented hurricane-free season, a remark widely mocked as an 'SNL-skit moment'.

British YouTuber Kurt Caz has been accused of manipulating footage and using AI-altered images to portray Oxford Street as a dangerous environment. Critics say the creator is deliberately exaggerating the threat of crime to appeal to a far-right audience and monetise polarising content.

Trump declares any country trafficking drugs into the United States, naming Colombia among others, could face military strikes, prompting condemnation from Bogotá and fears of a wider regional crisis.

A desperate search is underway for British teen George Smyth, 18, missing in the Bucegi mountains near Bran Castle, Romania. Rescuers found his abandoned rucksack.

The first formal human-rights complaint against Trump's Caribbean boat strikes secures backing from a Colombian family.

Usha Vance sparks divorce rumours again after appearing without her wedding ring alongside Melania Trump.

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is making its closest-ever pass in December. Learn about this mysterious space outsider, its strange origin, NASA's rejection of the 'alien spaceship' theory, and how you can track its journey.

Brooklyn Beckham is reportedly feeling 'trapped' between Nicola Peltz and his family, as insiders claim he misses home but fears upsetting his wife, deepening a long-running feud between the Beckhams and the Peltz clan.

Ariana Grande sparks discussion after liking a viral video calling out 'misogynoir' memes targeting Cynthia Erivo, prompting strong reactions across social media.

Kim Kardashian's extravagant Christmas decorations with dozens of trees face backlash online, with some saying her children would be terrified.