How TPS Holders Can Transition to Refugee Status Under Recent U.S. Immigration Policies
Kristi Noem, the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, announced that Venezuelan nationals living in the United States under Temporary Protected Status (TPS) are eligible to apply for refugee status. Florida, which hosts over half of these Venezuelan TPS holders, has become a focal point for legal disputes as many affected individuals face the loss of work permits and legal status. Key Points on TPS and Refugee Status TransitionVenezuelans previously under TPS may apply for refugee status to maintain legal protection. Florida hosts the majority of Venezuelan TPS holders affected by this policy change. The availability of refugee status applications provides a legal pathway for Venezuelans to maintain protection after TPS revocation.
Source:The Guardian
January 05, 2026 14:14 UTC
Kroger's Verified Savings Program offers eligible shoppers 20% off fruits and vegetables
Ocado Group update on exclusivity with international partnersOcado Group reported: "Ocado Group has announced that mutual exclusivity has now ended with retailers in the majority of markets where Ocado's technology is currently live, including the USA with Kroger". The new Verification Savings Program offers eligible shoppers 20% off fruits and vegetables, as well as reduced pricing on Boost, Kroger's paid membership program. Best-selling products included cheese truckles, hand-cooked crisps in flavours such as baked camembert and hot honey, and seasonal fruit and vegetables, it said. Aldi also saw strong demand for home-grown produce, with sales of British-sourced meat and vegetables up as customers supported British during their Christmas shop at Aldi. As a result, shoppers bought 56mln potatoes, 37mln carrots, and half a million turkeys - all sourced from Aldi's long-standing British supplier partners".
Source:The Guardian
January 05, 2026 13:04 UTC
Man United handed new AFCON blow as Bryan Mbeumo braced for twist
Man United handed new AFCON blow as Bryan Mbeumo braced for twistManchester United star Bryan Mbeumo has been playing for Cameroon at the Africa Cup of Nations with Ruben Amorim missing his goals and creativity at Old TraffordView 2 Images Bryan Mbeumo has been away at the Africa Cup of Nations for Cameroon (Image: SmartFrame/SportImage)Manchester United forward Bryan Mbeumo is set to have his return to Old Trafford delayed after Cameroon won their last 16 game at the Africa Cup of Nations. It means that either Mbeumo or fellow United star Noussair Mazraoui will be knocked out by the other and head back to M16. Before a group stage game against Mozambique, Cameroon head coach David Pagou admitted Mbeumo was, potentially, putting too much pressure on himself to succeed. "I came here to be the manager of Manchester United, not to be the coach of Manchester United. I know that my name is not Tuchel, it's not Conte, it's not Mourinho, but I'm the manager of Manchester United.
Source:Express
January 05, 2026 12:57 UTC
Surprising £2 Aldi hack that prevents icy driveways
This includes icy driveways and frozen windscreens, which can make driving things challenging for Brits on their commute to work or school drop-off. A household item that can be bought for £2 in supermarkets has been revealed as a key weapon in the war against icy driveways this winter. A 10-litre bag of cat litter at Aldi costs £2.18. More expert tips to help make winter driving saferCat litter isn’t the only home-based hack that can make winter driving safer and less stressful, according to Select Lease Car. "This will give you the extra traction to get moving," Select Car Leasing added.
Source:The Times
January 05, 2026 12:33 UTC
‘Run The Country’: Maduro’s Dubious Mandate Does Not License American Empire
Nicolás Maduro is not an innocent bystander swept away by history. His claim to the presidency has been deeply contested, and credible reporting raises serious doubts about the legitimacy of his mandate. Yet even a flawed or illegitimate presidency does not grant the United States the right to bomb a capital, seize a head of state, and announce itself as the country’s temporary ruler. Trump said the United States would “run the country” until a leadership transition could take place and openly stated that U.S. oil companies would move into Venezuela. We can acknowledge that Nicolás Maduro’s presidency is credibly disputed and that his government has silenced rivals, eroded institutions, and inflicted real harm.
Source:The Guardian
January 05, 2026 12:26 UTC
The reason Man Utd have sacked Ruben Amorim after demand and power struggle
Ruben Amorim aired his grievances following Sunday's draw at Leeds UnitedManchester United maintain that Ruben Amorim was dismissed purely due to insufficient progress on the field and have refuted claims of any power struggle at Old Trafford, despite the Portuguese manager exposing such tensions publicly in recent days. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTHowever, according to the Manchester Evening News, United insiders maintain the decision was based exclusively on results. They are said to have dismissed suggestions of any internal power battles or that Amorim had issued an ultimatum seeking additional control. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT They assert the 40-year-old retained the 'unwavering support' of all club personnel, but insufficient advancement meant his continuation in the role was untenable. The club maintains that manager Ruben Amorim was fully supportive of this recruitment strategy, favouring an enhanced attack over midfield reinforcements.
Source:Express
January 05, 2026 12:14 UTC
The Hoddington Arms makes The Times' best new hotels list
The Hoddington Arms in Upton Grey was featured on The Times’ list of the '24 best new hotels in the UK,' following the launch of five new guest rooms in November. The Hoddington Arms (Image: The Hoddington Aems)They include super king-size mattresses, premium linens, elegant ensuite bathrooms, and luxurious touches such as Bramley toiletries and Nespresso coffee machines. The Hoddington Arms saidin a post on Facebook: "Absolutely delighted to be listed as one of The Times' 24 best new hotels in the UK for the year ahead! Fallon Barnes, co-owner of The Hoddington Arms, said: "We've always wanted our guests to feel at home here. Their efforts have earned The Hoddington Arms recognition in both The Good Food Guide and the Michelin Guide every year since opening.
Source:The Times
January 05, 2026 12:12 UTC
Hull Emerges As Top Maritime Tourism Destination As East Yorkshire’s Fishing Legacy Draws Global Travelers: All You Need to Know
Hull Emerges As Top Maritime Tourism Destination As East Yorkshire’s Fishing Legacy Draws Global Travelers: All You Need to KnowHull, the historic East Yorkshire port city, secures global recognition as a premier 2026 tourism destination through its euro seventy million maritime transformation celebrating fishing heritage and Humber estuary mastery. Arctic Corsair Trawler Headlines Maritime TourismHull’s Arctic Corsair, a 1960s side-trawler renowned for record-breaking cod landings during Cod Wars with Iceland, anchors maritime tourism as the project’s centerpiece following comprehensive restoration. AdvertisementCod Wars Legacy Powers Authentic Tourism StorytellingHull’s trawling golden era narratives differentiate maritime tourism through crew testimonials detailing Icelandic gunboat confrontations and Bear Island fishing grounds. Global Recognition Elevates Hull Tourism ProfileInclusion among world’s top twenty-five destinations validates euro seventy million investments, positioning Hull alongside North Dakota Badlands for authentic industrial heritage seekers. Business Tourism Maritime EventsHull & East Riding portfolio showcases Maritime Conference Centre hosting fishing tech expos alongside Arctic Corsair receptions.
Source:The Guardian
January 05, 2026 12:05 UTC
Shipments of the gold-plated smartphone 'T1' announced by President Trump's family company are significantly delayed
Jan 05, 2026 19:00:00Shipments of the gold-plated smartphone 'T1' announced by President Trump's family company are significantly delayedTrump Mobile, the mobile phone business ofThe Trump Organization, owned by U.S. President Donald Trump, announced the gold-colored smartphone '' in June 2025. The back of the T1 featured the American flag and was heavily promoted as being 'designed and made in America. 'On December 31, 2025, the Financial Times and other media outlets reported that the T1 would not ship in 2025 after all. 'Trump Mobile is also selling used Apple and Samsung devices even before the T1 shipments have begun. (When we release the T1 Phone later this year, you'll be the first to receive it!)
Source:The Guardian
January 05, 2026 11:25 UTC
Ayrshire travel warning after yellow alert for snow and ice
The Met Office warning runs from midnight on Monday, January 5 until 11am on Tuesday, January 6, and covers the whole region. The weather experts say snow and ice may cause some disruption on Tuesday morning, particularly to travel. "A few heavier bursts are possible over the Southern Uplands, the Lake District and the northern Pennines. "Most places will see no more than one-two centimetres of snow but a few places over higher ground in the Lake District, northern Pennines and Southern Uplands may see up to five centimetres. "This will fall onto frozen surfaces resulting in some icy conditions and could lead to some disruption, particularly to travel over higher routes in the north of the warning area."
Source:The Times
January 05, 2026 10:18 UTC
Support and warm spaces
SUPPORT, advice and warm spaces in Henley are available every day of the week. On Sundays there is a church service from 10am to 12.30pm. Christ Church in Reading Road is open Monday to Friday from 10am to 3pm. St Mary’s Church in Hart Street also offers a warm space and is open every day from 9am to 5pm. An app has been created which lists all designated safe spaces and can be downloaded for free.
Source:Express
January 05, 2026 09:39 UTC
Discover the story of Harpenden’s Lydekker family at new museum exhibition
Posted at 08:36 in in HarpendenA world-renowned naturalist whose pioneering work in zoology, paleontology, and biogeography redefined scientific thinking in Victorian England is remembered in a new exhibition at Harpenden Museum. Curator at the Harpenden Museum in the Eric Morecambe Centre, Pamela Doran, said: “Richard Lydekker travelled widely despite the era in which he lived. The land of Lydekker Park was formerly part of the grounds of Harpenden Lodge, which was built in 1803 and bought by the Lydekkers in 1857. The last surviving member of the Harpenden branch of the Lydekker family, Miss Hilda Lydekker, lived in Harpenden Lodge until 1979. In 1937 she entered into an agreement with the former Harpenden Urban District Council that the 11 acres of land attached to Harpenden Lodge should become private open space.
Source:The Times
January 05, 2026 08:41 UTC
Actress Opens Up About Brain Injury After Head Injury from a Fall | Health & Film Updates
Evangeline Lilly Opens Up About Brain Damage After Head InjuryEvangeline Lilly has disclosed she is living with brain damage following a severe concussion caused by a fall. The Canadian actress fainted and struck her head on a rock while at the beach in May, resulting in a traumatic brain injury (TBI). In a candid video posted on Instagram, Lilly revealed that recent brain scans showed impaired function in nearly every region of her brain. She stated, “I do have brain damage from the TBI and possibly other factors going on,” emphasizing the serious impact the injury has had on her health. Her Marvel co-star Michelle Pfeiffer offered support, calling Lilly “a warrior” and assuring her that nothing would defeat her.
Source:The Guardian
January 05, 2026 08:31 UTC
Thailand Rings in the New Year at Bangkok's 'Times Square of Asia', Central World
At midnight, centralwOrld Bangkok Countdown 2026: The Original – A Tribute to Love transformed the heart of Thailand's capital into a global stage, reinforcing centralwOrld's reputation as the "Times Square of Asia." Thailand Rings in the New Year at Bangkok’s ‘Times Square of Asia’, Central World Thailand Rings in the New Year at Bangkok’s ‘Times Square of Asia’, Central WorldMore than 350,000 people, including international visitors, gathered at the city's most recognisable crossroads to welcome the New Year, turning one of Southeast Asia's busiest urban districts into a single, shared moment of celebration broadcast nationwide. All performances were produced exclusively for the centralwOrld countdown stage, with the event also marking Butter Bear, viral Thai character,'s first-ever countdown appearance. Beyond the capital, festivities extended nationwide through Thailand Countdown 2026, activating Central shopping centres across key provinces. With its scale, visual ambition and sustained public appeal, centralwOrld Bangkok Countdown 2026 once again affirmed its leadership as Thailand's No.1 countdown landmark — firmly positioned alongside the world's most iconic urban countdowns.
Source:The Times
January 05, 2026 08:21 UTC