Hamas leader Salah al-Bardaweel killed in Israeli strike

A new study found that taking a brisk walk twice a week can reduce the risk of depression, lower back pain, and cholesterol levels in new mothers. The British Journal of Sports Medicine recommends at least two hours of moderate or vigorous exercise per week in the first three months postpartum, along with muscle strengthening workouts and pelvic floor muscle training to prevent urinary incontinence. Experts stress the importance of physical activity, sedentary behavior, and...

Marc and Cecile are closing their popular chip shop 't Smulhoekske in Nieuwrode, Belgium after nearly 35 years due to issues with Bompa Frit, despite planning a celebration for their customers and their famous ox tongue in Madeira sauce. If the building doesn't sell, they may reopen for 6 months before retiring, as mentioned in the Brussels Morning Newspaper. Full Article

The Royal Navy has shadowed three Russian ships, including the Admiral Vladimirskiy accused of mapping the UK's undersea infrastructure, through the English Channel using HMS Cattistock, Wildcat helicopter, HMS Somerset, and RFA Tidesurge. This operation involved close monitoring and escorting to ensure safe passage through the busy shipping lane. These missions are part of ongoing efforts to track Russian vessels returning from the Mediterranean, with HMS Somerset being deployed multiple times in the past month...

Gordon Brown's former national security adviser criticized Donald Trump's team as "unbelievably stupid" after a journalist was mistakenly added to a group chat discussing plans to strike the Houthis in Yemen. The incident was described as "absolutely extraordinary" and an "appalling breach of security" by retired admiral Lord West of Spithead and former defence secretary Sir Malcolm Rifkind. Despite calls for a review of intelligence-sharing arrangements with the US, senior officials in the Trump administration...

As of 2025, there are approximately 3.3 million autónomos or self-employed people in Spain, including those on the digital nomad visa, facing challenges such as complex bureaucratic processes, high social security fees, and significant tax payments. Despite the appeal of Spain's lifestyle, financial survival can be tough for self-employed individuals. Additionally, obtaining a mortgage as a self-employed person may prove challenging due to stricter bank requirements. Full Article

Adam McKay's film, The Big Short, delves into the gripping tale of the 2008 financial crisis, revealing how greed and risky investments nearly brought down Wall Street. Through documentary-style storytelling, the movie exposes the dangerous fabrications that contributed to the collapse, providing a fascinating and alarming insight into the events that unfolded during that tumultuous time. Full Article