Vatican advances beatification process for Belgium's king who abdicated rather than approve abortion

Dr. Suzanne Wylie, GP and medical adviser for IQdoctor, offers 10 tips for managing social anxiety during the festive season, including planning ahead, practicing mindfulness, taking small steps, using a social buffer, setting realistic expectations, practicing active listening, limiting alcohol and caffeine, using positive visualization, and leveraging technology for online interactions. These strategies aim to reduce stress and build confidence in social situations. Full Article

In a rare gesture, Kuwaiti Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmad Al-Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah personally saw off Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the airport, showcasing the strong ties between the two nations. During his historic visit to Kuwait, PM Modi held discussions with Kuwaiti leaders on enhancing collaboration in various sectors, leading to the elevation of their partnership to a strategic level. The visit marked the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Kuwait in four...

Donald Trump's former director of communications, Anthony Scaramucci, has warned that the president-elect will impose "surgical" tariffs on industries that need protection when he takes office, in response to concerns about a potential trade war with the United States. Scaramucci emphasized the need to protect American industries from practices such as dumping steel below market price by foreign competitors like China. He also dismissed suggestions of Trump running for a third term as a tactic...

Amid rising air power threats from China and Pakistan, the Indian Air Force faces a shortage of fighter aircraft. To address this, the Defence Ministry has formed a high-level committee led by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. The committee aims to enhance the Air Force's capabilities through indigenous design, development, and acquisition projects, with a report expected in the next two to three months. Full Article

As the world wakes up, we've sifted through the noise to bring you today’s top news headlines. Here’s what you need to know to start your day informed, to be enjoyed with your morning cup of coffee ☕: Elon Musk's curious fixation with Britain US warplane shot down in Red Sea 'friendly fire' incident Game-changers Fury & Usyk have defined an era - what next? Blake Lively accuses co-star Justin Baldoni of smear campaign Grief...

Bluesky, a social media platform that emerged from Twitter and championed by former CEO Jack Dorsey, has experienced rapid growth following the U.S. presidential election as users seek alternatives to other platforms like X and Meta's Threads. With a user base exceeding 25 million, Bluesky faces challenges with the influx of bots and harmful content. The platform's decentralized approach and focus on user control have attracted users looking for a different social networking experience. Full...