Nicola Sturgeon and Peter Murrell to end marriage
Ms Sturgeon says she and the former SNP chief executive have been separated for “some time”. BBC News
Crews gear up to battle a ruthless new threat in California wildfires and more top headlines
1. Winds threaten to expand deadly California infernos. 2. FBI director reveals why he is resigning. 3. Biden admits regrets about how election. REWRITING HISTORY – Biden called out for…
Incoming Trump administration given new blueprint on ways to weaken Iran: ‘unique opportunity’
A new report shared with the Trump transition team and shown to Fox News Digital recommends drastic steps to curtail the Iranian regime just days away from the start of…
Pound falls further as borrowing costs rise again
Experts say traders are reacting to a mix of global issues – but also to the UK government’s Budget. BBC News
Delayed island ferry Glen Sannox begins sailings
The MV Glen Sannox is to make its first scheduled passenger voyage between Troon and Arran early on Monday. BBC News
Liberal officials say it’s ‘essential’ their next party leader is bilingualGlobalnews Digital
Current and former Liberal party officials, both French and English speakers, say the next Liberal leader replacing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau should be bilingual.
Cybersecurity breach of Nova Scotia school system could have financial impactGlobalnews Digital
Nova Scotia’s Education Department says a recent cybersecurity breach involving a widely used student information system could have a financial impact in Cape Breton.
Germany says Russian ‘shadow’ ship stuck in Baltic Sea
Germany’s foreign minister accused Moscow of “deploying a fleet of rusty tankers” to avoid sanctions. BBC News
L.A. fire danger to remain elevated through Wednesday as biggest blaze growsAmy Judd
The death toll from the fires is now 11 people, LA County Sheriff Robert Luna said. There have been eight fatalities in the Eaton fire area and three in the…
Ottawa Food Bank reducing food sent to agencies because of mounting costsGlobalnews Digital
The Ottawa Food Bank says it will reduce the amount of food it provides to programs within its network as it copes with increasing costs and growing demand for its…
Dozens injured after Strasbourg tram collision
Two trams collide at the French city’s main train station, a prefecture spokesperson says. BBC News
2 adults and 1 child recovering after fiery crash in Surrey, B.C.Amy Judd
A bystander pulled two adults and a child from a burning car following a crash early Saturday near the Port Mann Bridge in Surrey, B.C.
What caused the fires, and how big are they?
Everything you need to know about the blazes that have forced thousands to leave their homes. BBC News
Bill Maher dismisses speculation of quitting HBO show: ‘Have to drag me off’
Despite speculating late last year that he “may quit” ahead of another Trump administration, “Real Time” host Bill Maher told CNN that he’s not quitting his program. Maher told CNN…
Here’s where first responders can get free food in California
As the Los Angeles area continues to grapple with wildfires, here are some restaurants – both local and national chains – that are offering free meals to firefighters and other…
Sudan army says its forces enter Wad Madani in push to retake city from RSF
The military says it is working to ‘clean up the remaining rebel pockets’ inside the capital of Gezira state. Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from…
Trump reportedly plans to unleash around 100 executive orders after taking office
President-elect Donald Trump indicated that he plans to push 100 — or around 100 — executive orders after assuming office, senators and reports have indicated, with the number varying slightly.…
Van Gerwen sets up Dobey semi-final at Worlds
Three-time winner Michael van Gerwen beats Callan Rydz to set up a semi-final against Chris Dobey at the PDC World Championship. BBC News
‘The scene was just horrific’ – witnesses tell of New Orleans carnage
One man who was near where the attack happened told the BBC he “walked past dead and injured bodies” in the street. BBC News
What we know about the New Orleans attack
Ten people are dead and at least 35 injured after a man drove into a large crowd in the city’s French Quarter. BBC News
‘Fed up’: Montreal tenants say they’ve been without heat for weeks in winterPhil Carpenter
Despite multiple problems in the building and appeals to address the issue, tenants in a Lachine apartment building claim they haven’t heard from the property owner.