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Ceasefire in rail pay dispute saves Sydney’s New Year’s Eve

The industrial action had threatened to limit services on New Year’s Eve, putting the city’s annual party at risk ov...

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Mum, 30, died just days after hospital staff made mistake with paracetamol

The month-long inquest into the death of 30-year-old Laura Higginson, from Widnes, has come to an end with the coroner r...

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They know when you’ve been lying, they know when you’re a fake...

Scammers concocted tall tales featuring everything from sniper fire to phantom wildlife in their efforts to cheat Manito...

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What happens now? Data centres being built outside Ireland may be better for the environment

The Journal Investigates finds that renewable energy in other EU countries can offer a greener solution to Ireland’s �...

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SWCD board chair to serve as VP for state group

Mower SWCD Board chairman Randy Smith has been elected to a two-year term as vice president for the state association fo...

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Deep Tokyo: Savor the Flavors of the Edo Era

Historic delicacies from soba and unagi to monkfish and moreThe post Deep Tokyo: Savor the Flavors of the Edo Era appear...

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‘It was white water and chaos’, recalls Boxing Day tsunami survivor 20 years on

Daniel Poole was travelling in Sri Lanka when he was hit by the tsunami, whilst Rachel Harvey witnessed the devastation ...

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British aid worker in Gaza for Christmas says UK donors are giving people ‘hope’

The Disasters Emergency Committee, a coalition of UK charities, has raised £37.5 million since October....

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How will a second Trump presidency impact the tech world in 2025?

TikTok’s future and Bitcoin’s value appear to be intertwined with the president-elect....

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Government aims to ‘restore clarity’ with consultation on petrol car phase-out

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has launched the consultation to ask for views from industry....

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It’s difficult to feel festive, say Ukrainians marking third Christmas in UK

Many Ukrainian refugees are marking their third festive period away from home since Russia’s invasion in February 2022...

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NHS advice on drinking, rabies and bites top queries last Christmas

Advice was sought on a variety of maladies on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, according the NHS website....

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Crocheted ‘elf on shelf’ captured in sticky situations brings festive joy

From December 1-24, Pat the topper elf has been captured getting stuck in a chimney and ‘elfnapped’....

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Soldiers keep wartime tradition alive with festive blanket competition

The contest dates back to the Second World War when troops deployed in harsh conditions sought to bring some Christmas c...

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Aiming for top seed, Lions play 49ers on road before closing regular season at home against Vikings

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions watched Washington beat Philadelphia on the way home following a bounce-bac...

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10 phim Hàn hay nhất năm 2024, Lovely runner, phim tình yêu đồng tính Love in the big city dẫn đầu

Lovely runner, Love in the big city, The judge from hell... là những bộ phim Hàn Quốc hay nhất năm...

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Stopping child poverty is ‘utmost priority’ Swinney says in Christmas message

The First Minister’s Christmas card proceeds will go to charity Children First....

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FG rolls out 708 vehicles today, halves fares

The proposed 50 per cent interstate transport fare price slash by the Federal Government will commence today (Tuesday). ...

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Amotekun nabs three suspected motorcycle thieves in Ekiti

To ensure a crime-free Yuletide, the Ekiti State Amotekun Corps has announced a series of suspect arrests in various par...

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Woman injured as Lagos bus crashes into building

A yet-to-be-identified woman was injured on Monday in a lone accident involving a mini commercial bus in the Igando area...

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Plateau demands justice as 15 bandits’ victims get mass burial

Fifteen victims of an attack by gunmen in Gidan Ado community, Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State, were laid t...

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Colorado passenger rail project moves forward as state reaches deal on Moffat Tunnel

Colorado will be able to run a passenger rail service between Denver and Craig for the next 25 years without paying a fe...

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'It's very important to acclimatise' - Safety tips for festive sea dips

If you're taking a festive dip this Christmas, there are a few key safety factors to keep in mind....

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How has Christmas changed since the year man landed on the moon?

1969 was the year man landed on the moon, and a lot has changed since. But this study is also a comforting reminder that...

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2024 Hurling Power Rankings: Clare climb to the top as Davy Fitzgerald’s arrival sparks optimism in Antrim

The five-in-a-row remains elusive in hurling while the arrival of Davy Fitzgerald as manager will fuel optimism in Antri...

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How to make the best roast potatoes in the air fryer for Christmas

This recipe will make you look the star on Christmas day...

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Telcos urged to overcome RoW bottlenecks, multiple taxation

The telecom industry in Nigeria has been urged to address critical barriers that hinder its growth, including right-of-w...

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Tax reform bill and the rest of us

The 2024 tax bill, currently before the National Assembly for consideration and passage into law, has generated unpreced...

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Konga to unveil AI-powered radio station in Lagos

Konga, a leading e-commerce group, is set to launch Africa’s first AI-powered FM radio station in Lagos, scheduled for...

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Dispute at restaurant

A three-day stand off between staff members and management of Tigers Restaurant in Lautoka led to the arrest of one of i...

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Disregard protest against Tompolo, others, ex-agitators tell UN

Scores of ex-agitators from the Niger Delta staged a peaceful rally in Warri, Delta State, on Monday, condemning a recen...

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Beating the holiday blues

Holidays feel overwhelming? Support is available, said state officials. “The holiday season can bring about a range of...

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Airtel targets underserved communities in CSR campaign

Airtel Nigeria has commenced its annual 5 Days of Love campaign, a corporate social responsibility initiative aimed at s...

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Cornerstone Genealogical Society delves into Greene County’s history

The Cornerstone Genealogical Society will celebrate 50 years in 2025. While their focus is on the family histories of Gr...

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17 fireworks-related injuries logged as of Dec. 23 – DOH

MANILA, Philippines – The Department of Health on Monday reported 17 fireworks-related injuries (FWRIs) in various reg...

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Understanding mental health issues and how they affect adolescents

Expert says cases among adolescents are rising and society must take note....

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Making Christmas magic

In rose-colored memory, it happened gradually, first with songs on the radio, and then spectacular displays shining from...

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LASTMA unveils technology to report traffic violations

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority has advised residents and passengers to report reckless driving by any moto...

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No regrets removing subsidy, tax reform’ll go ahead — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has said there is no going back on the tax reforms bills. Tinubu, who stated this during a media c...

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Lagos N750 health insurance fee not sustainable – ANPMP

The Association of Nigerian Private Medical Practitioners has said the N750 health insurance capitation recently approve...

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No to snow Southwestern Pa. likely won’t see white Christmas

If you’re hoping for a “Winter Wonderland” on Christmas Day in Southwestern Pennsylvania (yes, it’s a reference ...

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Billboxx tackles SMEs cash flow challenges with $1.6m

Billboxx, an integrated billing-to-payment platform designed to ensure timely payments for businesses across Africa, dis...

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Digital literacy essential for Africa’s economy – Firm

The Executive Director of Paradigm Initiative, Gbenga Sesan, has called for increased investment in digital literacy pro...

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Fayette County jail ‘ignites’ rehabilitation program in New Mexico

The Fayette County jail recently wrapped up its third semester of the IGNITE program, a pioneering rehabilitation initia...

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High school notes: Unicoi County wins Coach Ballard Lee Invitational

Kaden Cutlip and his Unicoi County teammates took home some hardware for the holidays....

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Monthly Dividends: 3 TSX Stocks With Payouts Every 30 Days

These three monthly-paying dividend stocks could boost your passive income. The post Monthly Dividends: 3 TSX Stocks Wit...

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City of Killeen releases video touting some of its perceived successes in 2024

The city of Killeen released a seven-minute video on its Facebook page in which it touted some of its perceived successe...

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Santa makes stop in Pirtleville

PIRTLEVILLE − Prior to making his rounds on Christmas Eve, Santa Claus made a quick stop at the Pirtleville Fire Depar...

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Sydney NYE fireworks to go ahead after union, government ceasefire

Sydney's New Year's Eve fireworks will go ahead as planned, after the combined rail unions and NSW reached a last-minute...

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Neighbors call for closure and enforcement after triple shooting at "after-hours" bar in Milwaukee

Neighbors in Milwaukee’s Riverwest neighborhood are calling for the closure of an after-hours lounge following a tripl...

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Jamaica's Carole Joan Crawford, Miss World 1963, has died

Carole Joan Crawford, the first Jamaican woman to win the Miss World pageant, in 1963, has......

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Five Seriously Injured After Two Ski Lift Chairs Collide at Tahoe's Heavenly Resort

A nightmare came true for several skiers at the Tahoe ski resort Heavenly Monday morning, as their ski lift chairs colli...

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An improvised line in 'Elf' almost got cut, and now it's gone viral

Thanks to meme culture, a whole new generation is enjoying the beloved 2003 holiday movie, "Elf."...

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Doctors seeing uptick in flu cases days before Christmas

Doctors say it's not too late to get a flu vaccine....

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Sengkang MP Jamus Lim shares his Boeuf Bourguignon recipe

Boeuf Bourguignon, a classic French beef stew, is a culinary masterpiece that embodies the warmth and comfort of the hol...

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Thousands of tickets handed out during residential parking ban

As residential streets were cleared this past week, thousands of tickets were also handed out....

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Victoria braces for dire Boxing Day bushfire conditions

Residents of Halls Gap, in the Grampians National Park in Victoria's west, will be allowed to briefly return to their ho...