Martin Kear, University of Sydney Hamas announced that it has accepted several parts of the peace plan put forth by US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to finally end Israel’s war on Gaza. Hamas has agreed to release the remaining Israeli captives it holds and is willing to hand over administration of Gaza to a technocratic committee proposed by the plan. However, Hamas did not say it would...

Inflation is a term that is often used in the economic and financial world, but what does it actually mean? In short, inflation is the general increase in prices for goods and services over time....

By Eleni Christodoulou Stylianou ~ DHEKELIA, CYPRUS (SOVEREIGN BASE AREA) — The golden beaches of Dhekelia are undergoing a revolution of sorts. Where erosion, pollution, and abandonment had been threatening vast coastal ecosystems, restoration by the Common People is bringing beaches and sea ecosystems back to new life—towards a healthier future for human beings, wildlife, and climate protection. "Restoration in Dhekelia is evidence that good restoration can pay for itself," an EU Coastal Conservation specialist says. "It's evidence that things can be improved on these shores." Dunes, Debris, and Determination Area Office Dhekelia joined forces with local volunteers in September 2024 to clean Pyla Beach in a huge beach-and-seabed clean-up, removing plastics, fishing...

By JONAS LOUBIN - When we think of Swedish food, the first thing that probably comes to mind is meatballs—and yes, they’re delicious, but there’s so much more to the country’s culinary heritage. Swedish cuisine is deeply rooted in tradition, with many dishes reflecting its cold winters, reliance on preservation techniques, and proximity to nature. If you ever find yourself in Sweden (or even in a Swedish restaurant abroad), there are a few key dishes you simply can’t miss. Meatballs (Köttbullar) Let’s start with the obvious—Swedish köttbullar. These small, flavorful meatballs are typically made from a mix of beef and pork, seasoned with salt, pepper, and often a hint of allspice....

Botox injections are a popular cosmetic treatment for reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This non-invasive procedure involves injecting a purified form of botulinum toxin into the muscles responsible for creating wrinkles. The treatment works by blocking the signals that cause these muscles to contract, which in turn smooths out the skin and creates a more youthful appearance. Botox injections are commonly used to treat wrinkles around the eyes, forehead, and mouth. They can also be used to reduce the appearance of crow's feet, frown lines, and other facial wrinkles. The procedure is relatively quick and painless, and most patients are able to return to their normal activities...

There was widespread renaissance of the Saudi heritage and crafts because there was greater focus on the preservation and continuation of the Kingdom's heritage as per the vision of the Kingdom Vision 2030. The recent craft boom is more favorable for it to become rooted in sustaining the intangible...

By Layla Al Suwaidi ~ The United Arab Emirates is not merely constructing skyscrapers or pushing the limits of fashion—in carving out the future. Along the cat-walk to the very lip of the horizon itself, the Emirates awakens as a stage upon which fashion, design, and innovation are married in...