Ukraine's war stamps put humour, patriotism and swearing in the post

In the debate over whether Die Hard can be considered a Christmas movie, fans point to elements such as the Christmas Eve setting, references to Christmas, and themes of family reconciliation. Some argue that the film's action and violence may not align with traditional holiday film criteria, but compare it to other Christmas movies with controversial themes. Despite the debate, Die Hard fans maintain that the film's narrative arc, character development, and Christmas setting make...

A 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after hitting four pedestrians with his car on Shaftesbury Avenue in London's West End on Christmas Day. One of the victims is in a life-threatening condition, with the incident being described as isolated and not terror-related. The driver was involved in an altercation at a nightclub before driving on the wrong side of the road, causing the collision near popular theatre district venues. Full Article

In an eastern border province of Afghanistan, Pakistan air strikes resulted in the death of 46 people, including children and women, with six others wounded. The Taliban government condemned the strikes as "barbaric aggression" and vowed to defend its territory and sovereignty. Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have been escalating, with the Taliban government promising to retaliate against the attacks. Full Article

In the midst of holiday chaos and exhaustion, a long-standing tradition of telling scary stories during Christmas is explored, dating back to Victorian England and beyond. This tradition of intertwining frightful tales with winter celebrations has deep roots, with recent events like a Victorian ghost story performance at a Chicago museum tapping into the appetite for eerie Christmas narratives. The idea of horror and fear during the holidays is not a modern concept, but rather...

Mohanlal's directorial debut, 'Barroz', tells the story of a loyal ghost guarding a Portuguese ruler's treasure, set against the backdrop of colonial India. The film's lackluster screenplay and over-dramatic dialogues detract from its potential, with only the Voodoo character standing out among the performances. Despite attempts at incorporating 3D effects, 'Barroz' falls short in engaging storytelling, leaving it as a missed opportunity for the passionate star. Full Article

Nurse Julie McFadden, with over 16 years of experience in end-of-life care, has heard dying patients commonly say phrases like 'Thank you', 'I forgive you', 'Goodbye' and 'Please forgive me'. She also mentioned cases where patients seemingly choose when they will die, and observed occurrences like seeing deceased loved ones before passing. Julie highlighted the diverse and sometimes puzzling behaviors exhibited by individuals in their final moments, emphasizing that these experiences vary greatly. Full Article