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2026 Golden Globes: Teyana Taylor wins, Timothée Chalamet for 'Marty Supreme'
The overwhelming Oscar favorite "One Battle After Another" comes in with a leading nine nominations.

Death toll in crackdown on protests in Iran spikes to at least 538 , activists say
Meanwhile, Tehran warned that the U.S. military and Israel would be "legitimate targets" if America uses force to protect demonstrators.

A little snowfall in spots overnight
Light snow showers fall across northern Wisconsin.

Matt LaFleur and the Packers face uncertain future after blowing big lead in wild-card loss
It was an all-too-familiar scene for the Packers — one that will follow LaFleur for a long time.

New Glarus Brewing Company working on major expansion
The 65,000 square-foot addition to the brewery’s Hilltop facility will feature a new gift shop and tasting room.

In Focus: Some express concern about expanding sports betting
Stop Predatory Gambling, a nonprofit organization that opposes what it considers “predatory” gambling, is one of those.

In Focus: Sports betting bill aims to expand regulations
Assembly Majority Leader Tyler August, R-Walworth, is one of the co-authors of the sports betting bill.

In Focus: What expanded sports betting could do for the Forest County Potawatomi
The Forest County Potawatomi, who operate Potawatomi Casino Hotel in Milwaukee, support efforts to expand sports betting in the state.

Online sports betting in Wisconsin
Ryan Burks talks with the Assembly Majority Leader and several leaders in the gambling space about efforts to expand sports betting online.

Lawsuits by Trump allies could shape how the 2030 census is done and who will be counted
The U.S. Census Bureau is used to determine congressional representation and federal aid to states.

Dennis Krause Blog: Packers lose big lead and playoff game to Bears
How could this happen? A game the Packers seemed to be in control of slipped away.

Caleb Williams rallies Bears from 18 points down for 31-27 playoff win over rival Packers
Chicago trailed 21-3 at halftime and 21-6 through three quarters.

2 ancient canoes found in Lake Mendota being preserved for public display
Ever since finding the first two in Lake Mendota four years ago, Tamara Thomsen has been on a mission to chart the location of more.


Former Sun Prairie West High School principal faces charges
The request follows the July arrest of former dean Robert Gilkey-Meisegeier, who faces multiple child sex-crime charges

Bills working their way through the state legislature support Wisconsin farmers
An effort by Wisconsin lawmakers to help the state's farm economy and give people access to affordable, locally-grown farm products.

Wisconsin teen who killed prison guard in fistfight pleads guilty but claims mental illness
Court records indicate 17-year-old Javarius Hurd entered the plea Friday. The next step for Hurd is a February jury trial.

Packers' Trevon Diggs wants to make the most of his unexpected playoff opportunity
The 27-year-old cornerback finds himself in this improbable position after the Packers claimed him off waivers from the Dallas Cowboys last week.

Dairy farm to pay $120K in settlement over manure spill causing fish kill
A faulty manure transfer system at the farm's manure storage facility allowed manure to escape and flow into a tributary and Moore Creek.

Profanity in politics: Washington lawmakers unafraid to speak candidly on camera
The President and elected officials lean into use of colorful language in public.

Manfred says MLB prepared to produce and distribute local broadcasts for FanDuel network teams
Manfred said local media provides more than 20% of industry revenue.

World News

Iran warns it will retaliate if US attacks, as hundreds killed in protests
President Trump said on Sunday that the US military was considering "very strong options" in Iran.

US justice department opens criminal probe into Fed chair Jerome Powell
Powell called the probe "unprecedented" and came after his refusal to lower interest rates after demands by Donald Trump.

Revolutionary eye injection saved my sight, says first ever patient
Nicki's eye had collapsed in on itself, but a new gel injection method has saved her vision.

Four killed and five injured in head-on crash
Three teenagers and a man in his 50s died in the crash in Bolton, says Greater Manchester Police.

Guantanamo detainee paid 'substantial' compensation by UK to settle torture complicity case
Detained without trial in 2006, Zubaydah is one of 15 people who remain at the US military prison.

The 'vicious cycle' that means the NHS still wastes billions on patients who don't need to be in hospital
The delayed discharge challenge throws up deeper questions about the care system and co-ordination.

Star glamour on the Golden Globes red carpet
The Golden Globes, one of Hollywood's leading awards ceremonies, is taking place in Los Angeles.

Winners and Sinners: What to expect from the Golden Globes
Marty Supreme, Sinners and One Battle After Another are the films competing at this year's ceremony.

Parents of under-fives to be offered screen time guidance
Children who spend the most time on devices or in front of screens find conversation and learning harder, the government says.

UK can legally stop shadow fleet tankers, ministers believe
Existing law could be used to approve the use of military force to stop sanction-busting ships operated by Russia and Iran.

EastEnders actor Derek Martin dies aged 92
Martin, a born and bred East Londoner, appeared as Charlie Slater between 2000 and 2016.

Huge Roman villa uncovered under popular park in ‘amazing discovery’
The largest Roman villa ever found in Wales lies less than a metre under Margam County Park.

Eggie, Neo, Isaac and Memo are domestic robots. But would you let them load your dishwasher?
Joe Tidy meets robots being trained to tidy up all your mess.

The Papers: l 'Protester death toll soars' and 'EU demands "Farage clause"'
The growing number of protester deaths in Iran and Donald Trump's much-anticipated response lead Monday's papers.

Why luxury carmakers are now building glitzy skyscrapers
Bugatti is the latest auto firm to construct an opulent apartment building for the super rich.

How to watch the Golden Globe-nominated films
Hamnet, Avatar and Marty Supreme will face one battle after another as the awards race heats up.

Himalayas bare and rocky after reduced winter snowfall, scientists warn
Experts say dwindling snowfall during winter will impact the lives and livelihoods of millions.

US figure skater whose parents were killed in DC plane crash heads to Olympics
His parents were among 67 people killed last January when a commercial plane collided mid-air with a military helicopter.

Golden Globes host Nikki Glaser's best jokes
The US comic delivered a scorching opening monologue that roasted the A-listers in the room.

Thousands of tourists stranded in Lapland as cold grounds flights
All flights out of Kittila airport in northern Finland were cancelled on Sunday with temperatures falling as low as -38C.

Tens of thousands of homes still without water after Storm Goretti
South East Water says it is delivering water to those on its priority register.

Trump tells Cuba to 'make a deal, before it is too late'
Trump has been turning his attention to Cuba since US forces seized Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.

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The Week: How Does Starmer Handle Trump, Grok and What's Going On In Iran?
Anti-government protests in Iran enter their thirteenth day.

After Venezuela, what next for Trump?
US seizes Maduro, while Trump eyes up next targets

Christopher Nolan's epic biopic starring Cillian Murphy
Watch the multi award-winning film on BBC iPlayer now

'Fragile' Man Utd set for fewest games in season since 1914-15
Manchester United will prepare for next Saturday's game with Manchester City with no manager in place to lift their 'fragile' confidence.

Goals, shocks and fan power on a record-breaking FA Cup weekend
If anyone needed convincing that the FA Cup still matters, this season's record-breaking third round provided all the necessary evidence.

Welbeck scores as Brighton knock Man Utd out of FA Cup
Striker Danny Welbeck helps Brighton dump his former club Manchester United out of the FA Cup at Old Trafford.

Murphy & Selby lose on thrilling Masters first day
Reigning champion Shaun Murphy and current UK title holder Mark Selby are both eliminated on a thrilling opening day of the Masters at London's Alexandra Palace.

Are 'efficient' Chelsea ready to chase down titles?
Having won the last six Women's Super League titles, Chelsea have not had to chase for a while. But they are up for the challenge this time.

Champions Cup key moments and qualification stakes
What were the key moments and qualification stakes after the penultimate round of pool games in this season's Investec Champions Cup?