Israeli strikes kill 12 in Gaza including children as war grinds into the new year

In Nicosia, Cyprus, Cypriot Maronites gather at the Maronite Archbishopric for choir rehearsals, led by conductor Georgia Markou, who interacts with Lebanese refugees and prepares for a multilingual concert featuring Silent Night in English, Greek, Arabic, and Sanna. Among the refugees are Maria and Georges Kamar from Lebanon, seeking shelter in Cyprus, where they are welcomed by the Cypriot Maronite community, including Georgia, who hails from a traditional Maronite village on the island and is...

A federal judge declined to immediately block the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from accessing Labor Department systems, citing lack of evidence of legal injury from labor unions who sued to block access. DOGE, led by Elon Musk, has been investigated for accessing sensitive Treasury and Labor Department records, prompting concerns about violating laws protecting government data and civil servants. Despite allegations of wrongdoing, the Justice Department defended DOGE's access, arguing against a sweeping order...

U.S. President Donald Trump's foreign policy approach is characterized by a mix of nationalism and globalism, with a focus on restraint and avoiding unnecessary wars. Despite his inaugural address suggesting a more cautious approach, Trump has made bold statements about reclaiming the Panama Canal and taking over the Gaza Strip. His promises of a new approach to American foreign policy raise questions about the existence and nature of a potential Trump Doctrine. Full Article

In the quest for the perfect nursing bra, the author tried various styles before discovering the Flexifit non-wired bra from Marks and Spencer. With easy-release nursing clips and sizes ranging from 32A to 42H, this bra received glowing reviews for its comfort and support. Made with soft material and featuring Flexifit™ technology, it provides ample support and adapts to the body's changes during breastfeeding. Full Article

Abdul Malik Ali, owner of Amalik Cafe Ltd, was fined after selling an ostrich curry dish containing sheep meat at his Jaipur Spice takeaway restaurant in Thirsk. Ali pleaded guilty to Food Safety Act offences and explained that a temporary chef had mistakenly used the wrong meat. He was fined £237, while Amalik Cafe Ltd was fined £120, with additional costs and victim surcharges totaling £1120. Full Article

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