Who is Friedrich Merz, the favorite to become Germany's new chancellor?

When a wealthy 10-year-old boy goes missing, his bully, Dylan Grimes, becomes the prime suspect, forcing Dylan's party-girl mother, Florence, to clear his name in Sarah Harman's novel. In C.J. Box's latest Joe Pickett installment, the Wyoming game warden searches for the governor's missing son-in-law in the Sierra Madres. Meanwhile, Alice Feeney's thriller follows a man whose wife vanishes, leading him to a Scottish island where he encounters a mysterious doppelganger. Full Article

Author Kinsella emphasizes the importance of preserving Canada as our highest objective. He highlights the need to protect our country's values, traditions, and integrity in the face of political and social challenges. Kinsella urges Canadians to prioritize national unity and identity above all else to ensure the continued strength and prosperity of our nation. Full Article

A pedestrian died after being hit by an ambulance in Moray while responding to an emergency call. The 40-year-old man was struck on the A96 at Barmuckity, near Elgin, around 03:30 on Saturday and later passed away at the hospital. Police Scotland is conducting an ongoing investigation and has appealed for witnesses or dashcam footage of the incident. Full Article

In Sao Paulo, Brazil, the fate of former President Jair Bolsonaro lies in the hands of a five-judge panel of the country's Supreme Court, who will decide whether he and 33 others will stand trial for attempting a coup. The panel, led by Justice Alexandre de Moraes, excludes two justices appointed by Bolsonaro and could become the main judicial body for Bolsonaro's defense if charges are accepted. Legal experts are divided on whether to keep...

Former USAID staffers in Washington, D.C., left their offices for the last time, carrying boxes with messages directed at President Trump, who is reducing the agency's workforce. A federal judge cleared the way for mass layoffs to proceed, as the Trump administration aims to streamline operations and cut costs. The agency plans to retain less than 300 employees out of 8,000, with criticism focused on alleged wasteful spending and controversial projects funded by USAID. Full...

Reaffirming love for your child is crucial, separate from behavior discussions, as conditional love can lead to issues like low self-esteem and anxiety. When kids misbehave, it's important to validate their feelings, empathize, and wait for calm before addressing the behavior. By focusing on discussing behavior and affirming unconditional love separately, parents can teach valuable lessons and promote healthy relationships with their children. Full Article