Big Ben's iconic chimes celebrated 100 years of live radio broadcast by the BBC on New Year's Eve 1923. The UK's famed chimes rang out to mark the occasion.
Actor Max Bowden is set to depart from his role as Ben Mitchell in EastEnders next year, leaving uncertainty about the fate of his character. It remains unclear whether Ben will be killed off or potentially make a return in the future.
A U.S. senator expressed anger after a staffer was reportedly featured in a sex tape recorded within a Senate hearing room. Senator Ben Cardin stated that the individual associated with the video is "no longer a Senate employee." The Maryland Democrat conveyed his disappointment, emphasizing the breach of trust. As of now, no charges have been filed, and the US Capitol Police are said to be investigating the matter. The video, allegedly showing a congressional aide engaged in a sexual act in a Senate hearing room, was reported by The Daily Caller.
Former Defense Secretary Ben Wallace has cautioned that Israel's current tactics in Gaza could perpetuate the conflict for another 50 years. In an article for the Daily Telegraph, the senior Conservative MP expressed concern that Israel's actions risk undermining the legal basis for its actions in the region. Wallace emphasized that a strategy solely focused on military pressure, as advocated by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, may not lead to a resolution. While Israel contends that military pressure is essential for victory, Wallace called for a halt to what he characterized as a "crude and indiscriminate method of attack" in Gaza.
Renowned British actor Ben Whishaw, well-known for his charming portrayal of Paddington Bear in the beloved film series, is set to take on a new and exciting role. Whishaw is stepping into the world of theatre, where he will star in a production of Samuel Beckett's seminal play, 'Waiting for Godot'.