'The doors are open for IS' – Syria's Kurds warn over advance by Turkish-backed forces

Despite diminishing snowfall in many parts of the world, including Canada, winter tourism industries are thriving as visits to Canadian winter tourism destinations have increased since the 2022-2023 season. These industries rely on snow-covered scenes depicted on postcards but have managed to adapt and attract visitors despite the challenges posed by climate change. The growth in winter tourism in Canada demonstrates the resilience and innovation of the industry in the face of changing environmental conditions....

The Super Bowl 59 will feature Kendrick Lamar headlining the half-time show amid a feud with Drake, while Taylor Swift's potential engagement to Travis Kelce will be closely watched. David Beckham and Matt Damon will star in a Stella Artois advert, part of a record-breaking year for Super Bowl commercials. Donald Trump will attend the game as the first sitting US president to do so, with the NFL opting for "Choose Love" and "It Takes...

Five Thai workers who were held hostage in Gaza for over a year were released in an exchange arrangement and welcomed home in Bangkok by family members and officials. The Thai government expressed gratitude and determination to secure the release of the remaining hostage. The workers were the second batch to be freed during the conflict, with efforts ongoing to retrieve the bodies of two deceased workers and secure the release of the last hostage...

Atlanta Falcons running backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier, who play the same position, have a close friendship off the field despite competing for playing time. They support each other on and off the field, with Robinson emphasizing their strong bond as teammates and friends. The duo even teamed up with Bounty ahead of the Super Bowl, comparing their relationship to the essential pairing of wings and napkins, highlighting their seamless teamwork and mutual respect....

Trudy and Alan Thomlinson, a nonagenarian couple from England married for 75 years, attribute their long-lasting love to knowing when to keep quiet. Residing at Middleton Lodge Care Home, they emphasize the importance of being together in their later years. Other couples at the home, like Peter and Eileen Wade, share similar sentiments of tolerance and acceptance as the key to a happy marriage. Full Article

Angel investors are not just wealthy benefactors, but diverse individuals with a shared passion for backing disruptive ideas and offering valuable mentorship. They prioritize betting on the team over the idea, take calculated risks with diverse appetites, and leverage their networks to unlock doors for startups. Angels also play the long game, invest beyond Silicon Valley in various industries, think globally, and are increasingly female-led, focusing on social impact alongside financial returns. Full Article