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Nigel Farage speaks at Reform UK conference

Nigel Farage praised the Reform party for overtaking the Conservatives. Speaking to Reform UK's East Midlands conference in Leicester on Friday, the Reform UK leader said the party has "35,000 members more" since Boxing Day alone. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Boxing Day spending predicted to be higher than last year

A retail expert says Boxing Day spending is forecasted to be up 3.2% higher this year compared to last year. As shoppers make the most of Boxing Day sales in Oxford Street, London, Nathan Parsad-Wyatt adds, "online retail has its place, but nothing beats actually being here in the West End on a day like today". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Shoppers in London make the most of Boxing Day sales

High streets across the UK and digital retailers are experiencing one of their busiest days of the year, as shoppers make the most of winter sales on Boxing Day. Shoppers are predicted to spend £236 each on average in the sales this year, with the majority of purchases made online. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

New Orleans holds first carnival season parade days after deadly Bourbon Street attack

On Monday, New Orleans kicked off its Carnival season with the Joan of Arc parade, just days after a deadly attack on New Year's Eve left 14 people dead.

Chilling Memories of the New Orleans Attack: ‘Heard Gunshots, Screaming’: Tourists Recall Incident

Tourists who traveled to New Orleans to celebrate New Year’s Eve recount the terrifying moments leading up to the deadly attack on Bourbon Street. A pickup truck, driven by 42-year-old Shamsud-Din Jabbar, plowed into a crowd of revelers, killing 10 people and injuring 35. Eyewitnesses describe hearing gunshots, screams, and seeing bodies under tarps as the tragedy unfolded in the heart of the French Quarter. Some narrowly escaped the chaos, attributing their safety to last-minute decisions. The horrific incident has left the festive streets of New Orleans in shock and mourning. #neworleansterrorattack #neworleansaccident #newyearstragedy #neworleans #neworleanscarincident #usnews #latestnews #neworleansnews #neworleanspolice #donaldtrump #neworleansattack #actofpureevil #biden #shamsuddinjabbar #breakingnews #neworleansshooting #bourbonstreet #usnewslive ~HT.178~GR.125~PR.152~ED.194~

Biden Condemns New Orleans Attack, Vows Justice as FBI Investigates ISIS-Inspired Suspect

President Joe Biden condemned the deadly attack on New Year’s Eve in New Orleans, expressing grief and promising full federal support. The FBI is investigating the suspect's ties to ISIS, as videos from the attacker revealed inspiration from the terror group. The attack left 15 dead and dozens injured, with authorities uncovering explosives in the suspect's vehicle. #Biden #NewOrleans #Attack #FBI #ISIS #Terrorism #NewYearsEve #Violence #Condemnation #Explosives #Oneindia #OneindiaNews #neworleansattack #neworleansaccident #usaccident #newyearcelebration #latestnews #breakingnews #neworleans #neworleansnews #usnews #usnewyear #usgunshotnews #newyeartragedy #bourbonstreet #massshooting #gunviolence #neworleanspolice #masscasualty #uscrime

North Korea's Kim and his daughter join New Year's Eve celebrations in Pyongyang

North Korea staged a New Year's Eve performance at its giant May Day Stadium, with leader Kim Jong Un and his daughter in attendance.

Five killed and hundreds arrested in Germany after New Year's Eve chaos

The country's raucous New Year's Eve celebrations were marred by tragic accidents and riots in several cities.

Cam Talks Working With Beyoncé on 'Cowboy Carter': "It Feels Unreal" | Grammys 2025

Cam chats with THR on the red carpet for the 2025 Grammys and dishes on Beyoncé's album of the year nomination, saying it "feels unreal." Plus, she talks about working with Queen Bey and watching her perform 'Cowboy Carter' during the Christmas halftime show.

Kate Middleton Reveals She is in Remission From Cancer: "It is a Relief" | THR News Video

Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, is now in remission after being diagnosed with cancer last year. Middleton shared her cancer diagnosis and that she had been undergoing chemotherapy in March 2024. After tentatively returning to a couple of royal engagements in the last few months, including the royal family's Christmas outing, Middleton said on Instagram Tuesday that she is now in remission.

Ethiopians celebrate Orthodox Christmas with prayers, feasts, and acts of charity

Thousands of Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia celebrated Christmas on 7 January, marking the end of a 43-day fast.

Putin asks Russian Orthodox church patriarch to consecrate Christmas gifts for troops in Ukraine

Russia's invasion, which began in February 2022, has also been a source of religious controversy within the Eastern Orthodox Church and has driven a split among believers in both Russia and Ukraine.