US-Iran-Israel tensions escalate over Strait of Hormuz

As the war in the Middle East entered its fourth week, Iran has widened its warnings to target buyers of U.S. Treasury bonds, the latest salvo in an intensifying exchange of threats, as the Trump administration’s 48-hour ultimatum neared expiry. In a social media post on Sunday, Iran’s Parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that U.S.-linked financial institutions holding […]

Meta to pay top creators to post on Facebook

Meta on Wednesday launched a new program aimed at luring top creators from TikTok and YouTube to Facebook, offering guaranteed pay and boosted reach. The Creator Fast Track program offers social media stars with established followings guaranteed monthly payments and increased reach on Facebook. It pays $1,000 a month to creators with at least 100,000 followers on Instagram, TikTok or YouTube, and […]

 What Robert Redford looked like young

“One of Robert Redford’s strongest assets is his good looks,” writer Scott Holleran once mused. Indeed, the Hollywood icon was once a ubiquitous silver screen heartthrob. However, the late star of iconic films like “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” “The Sting,” and “All the Presidents’ Men” had more to offer than high cheekbones. Not only was Redford an Oscar-winning director, but […]

Plastic surgeon’s hot take on Demi Moore’s new look

The following article mentions eating disorders.  Demi Moore may have transformed since she burst onto the scene in the ’80s, but she never lost her spark. After all these years, the “Landman” star is still leaving her mark with award-winning performances — and her beauty! At age 62, Moore was named People magazine’s World’s Most […]

 Why forcing the strait open is high risk

As the war between the United States and Iran has entered its fourth week, the Strait of Hormuz has become the conflict’s most critical — and volatile — battlefield. The narrow chokepoint, through which a significant share of the world’s oil passes, is now effectively paralysed. Iran has largely blockaded the strait, snarling oil shipments and disrupting global trade. Tehran, […]

US-Israel Iran war Day 23: Trump’s 48-hour ultimatum; Qatar crash

Donald Trump warned the US could “obliterate” Iranian power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened within 48 hours. Iran fired a missile toward Dimona in southern Israel, injuring dozens near a nuclear site, while tensions rose after a strike on Iran’s Natanz nuclear facility. Missiles were also launched toward the US-UK base […]

Primary colours are back, but styling them isn’t child’s play

You would think primary shades would be the easiest colours to wear. Red, yellow, blue: we can name these before we can tie our shoelaces. They are not sophisticated colours, such as Armani greige or Pantone favourite Mocha Mousse. They are not challenging-to-wear colours, like chartreuse or mustard. They are Mr Men colours. So wearing them […]

GLP-1 diabetes drugs could stop anxiety and depression

Diabetes drugs could prevent anxiety and depression from worsening, according to research. Type 2 diabetes affects more than 800 million people globally and research shows that those with the condition are about twice as likely to have depression as the wider population. GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide are commonly prescribed for diabetes and obesity. While studies have found other […]

Understanding My Autistic Son Through Doctor Who

The film Elf is a no-go in our house. My son interprets it as the psychological horror story of a man who is telling the truth but is constantly disbelieved. He loves The Traitors and rewatches entire series of it – knowing who the traitors are gives him an autonomy and comfort watching the game. Any other […]

US-Iran War Day 22: Trump Eyes Drawdown, Eases Oil Sanctions

Donald Trump said the US may “wind down” its Middle East military operation, even as his administration deploys more troops and requests an additional $200 billion from Congress. The United Kingdom has approved the use of its bases for US strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, while Washington considers lifting sanctions on Iranian oil at […]