What bargains have you picked up? (Sony Interactive Entertainment) The Wednesday letters page worries that Trump’s tariffs will delay the reveal of the Nintendo Switch 2, as a reader looks forward to Indiana Jones at Christmas. To join in with the discussions yourself email gamecentral@metro.co.uk Unexpected bargainIt’s been a fairly unexciting Black Friday so far, […]
‘Monster Hunter Now’ season 4 introduces Tigrex and Switch Axe
One of the best parts about “Monster Hunter Now” is that Niantic continues to improve the game massively, and Season 4 is no exception. Titled Roars from the Winterwind, the latest chapter in the geolocation-based mobile game introduces the tundra habitat, four new monsters and a fan-favorite weapon, beginning at 4 p.m. Dec. 11. The […]
Trump team says Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal brokered by Biden is actually Trump’s win
By AAMER MADHANI WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration kept President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration closely apprised of its efforts to broker the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah that is slated to go into effect early Wednesday, according to the outgoing Democratic administration. Trump’s team, meanwhile, was quick to spike the football and claim […]
What to do if you’re experiencing domestic abuse
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, you are not alone (Picture: Getty Images) In the time it takes you to read this article, roughly four women will be the victims of domestic abuse. A domestic abuse-related call is reported to police approximately every 30 seconds. In the year ending March 2023, under 20% of women […]
GTA clones are a dying breed and we think we know why
There used to be loads of GTA clones, but they’ve gradually dwindled (Rockstar) As the launch of GTA 6 approaches, why are other publishers no longer trying to copy the most successful video game ever? They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and that expression is especially relevant for the games industry. It’s […]
Australia’s lower House passes social media ban for under-16s
By Rod McGuirk | Associated Press MELBOURNE, Australia — Australia’s House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill that would ban children younger than 16 years old from social media, leaving it to the Senate to finalize the world-first law. The major parties backed the bill that would make platforms including TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, […]
David Coote in new FA probe for discussing yellow card before Leeds-West Brom game
David Coote is currently suspended by the PGMOL (Getty) The Football Association is investigating David Coote after he discussed booking a Leeds United player before their match. According to a report in The Sun, Coote gave a yellow card to Ezgjan Alioski during Leeds United’s 1-0 win against West Brom in October 2019, and then […]
Broncos DT Malcolm Roach proven to be valuable offseason addition
Broncos Mailbag: Is Sean Payton dragging his feet on making Audric Estime Denver’s lead running back? Malcolm Roach can be himself in Denver, and that has made all the difference. On pace to have his best year as a pass rusher and a run stopper, the defensive tackle has proven to be a valuable offseason […]
Zaya Wade Radiates Confidence on the Red Carpet as She Establishes Her Own Identity in Hollywood
Zaya Wade looked more beautiful and confident than ever at the Moana 2 premiere on Monday night. The teenager has experienced more in her 17 years of life than many have in their whole lives. As she walked the red carpet, Wade served as an inspiration for teens struggling with their identities. See her gorgeous […]
Letters: Shirking responsibility | Pollutants discounted | Bird flu | Gabbard threat | Mitigating vengeance
Submit your letter to the editor via this form. Read more Letters to the Editor. Airport officials shirk growing responsibly Re: “Port of Oakland Commission certifies environmental report for Oakland Airport expansion” (Page B1, Nov. 24). Your article suggests that Oakland Airport was simply replacing an outdated terminal. It didn’t mention that by increasing the […]
Former San Jose youth pastor charged in second allegation of sexual abuse against minor
A well-known nonprofit director was hit with more charges alleging that he sexually abused a minor when he formerly worked as a youth pastor, following a separate case alleging sexual abuse against another minor was filed in April. Brett Bymaster is seen in an April 2024 photo taken at the Santa Clara Hall of Justice. […]
Notorious Berkeley gang member sentenced to multiple life terms for murder spree he denies involvement in
OAKLAND — Joseph Carroll Jr., the 38-year-old gang leader who slammed his fists and openly wept as a jury convicted him of three murders, has been sentenced to multiple life terms in state prison. Carroll was convicted last August of murdering Nguyen Ngo, 18, Nehemiah Lewis, 24, and Andrew Henderson Jr., 23. — and wounding […]