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Trump fired 14 bombs, humiliated Iran, and saved Taiwan from annexation
It was a brief decisive war with a major global impact—in the Middle East and beyond. Israel’s victory seals the Jewish State’s status as the region’s strong horse. Iran’s hegemonic ambitious lie in ruins. So do Russia and China’s efforts to build major positions in the Middle East. Trump’s actions …

Putin: I’m ready to scale back military spending
Vladimir Putin has announced plans to scale back military spending after Kremlin officials warned that Russia is “on the brink of recession”.The Russian leader said he would reduce defence spending “next year and the year after, over the next three-year period” at an economic summit of five post-Soviet states in …

The seven things that make ADHD much worse
From forgotten appointments and lost keys to emotional ups and downs, poor sleep and chronic procrastination, living with ADHD can feel like being on a rollercoaster with no end in sight.While these daily struggles are frustrating, they rarely happen in isolation, and many things can make them worse. Research shows …

The man who created the modern economy has died. You’ve probably never heard of him
Two men deserve special credit for the smooth, efficient distribution system that brings us an unprecedented cornucopia of produce: Fred Smith and Malcom McLean. Smith, who just died at age 80, created FedEx. McLean, a Houston truck owner in the 1950s, created containerized shipping, which has integrated the supply chain …

Mystery road dots leave Green-led council in a spot of bother
A Green-led council has been branded “absolutely insane” after it painted spots on a road as part of a measure to calm traffic.

Owner’s shock as ‘male’ tortoise lays eggs
A tortoise thought to be a male for 41 years has laid four eggs.

Rare Hungarian dog becomes latest British pedigree
The Hungarian Mudi has been handed an official seal of approval in the UK after The Kennel Club announced plans to recognise the breed.

Why this is a golden age for Jewish theatre
My Jewish mother does not go to the theatre often. But when she does, she sees Fiddler on the Roof. She has seen it so many times she could understudy any character at a moment’s notice. In fairness she did attend a Pinter play once, but walked out at the …

Ukraine is about to have a major PoW crisis
When Maksym Kolesnikov returned from almost a year in a Russian prison camp, 32kg lighter than he was before, the first things he wanted were warm socks and fried chicken.Captured in March 2022 while defending Kyiv, Mr Kolesnikov endured relentless horrors at the hands of Russian soldiers.The Ukrainian was tortured …

‘The worst we’ve ever seen’: Cholera wards buckle as South Sudan races to contain deadly outbreak
The country’s epidemic, which began last October, has spiralled out of control and has already claimed more than 1,000 lives.

How I turned a drab garden into the perfect hosting space
The owner of this London home created an outdoor area for cooking, relaxing and playing games, whilst finding clever ways to save on costs

Joe Biden’s cognitive decline is the biggest scandal in modern US history
Biden’s cognitive decline is not one scandal but three interlocking ones. The first, obviously, is the president’s declining mental capacity, especially in his final two years. The second is the deliberate cover-up by White House aides, senior Democrats, and, inexcusably, the mainstream media. The third is the unanswered question of …

The Guilty, set visit
Thankfully, nothing tragic has befallen the square’s residents. For the past fortnight their home has become the set of ITV’s new three-part drama, The Guilty, which centres on a community devastated by the disappearance of four-year-old Callum Reid and the discovery of his body five years later, only metres from …

Trump’s foreign policy critics are underestimating him once again
The Cold War consensus on foreign policy is dead and buried. There are now deep divisions between parties and within each one. That's the context in which Pres. Trump faces hard decisions on trade, China, Iran, and Ukraine.

Telegraph Review: Twinpalms Bangtao Phuket Tented Resort
Elegant, safari-style canvas tented rooms sit in front of a lagoon dotted with lily pads at this singular Phuket property...

Sierra Leone launches mpox vaccination drive as cases soar
Sierra Leone has launched a nationwide mpox vaccination campaign after an explosion in cases of a new, more dangerous variant of the virus.Health authorities in the West African country have now confirmed 763 cases of the virus, including 177 recorded in a two day period last week, according to data …

Sierra Leone launches mpox vaccination drive as cases soar
Sierra Leone has launched a nationwide mpox vaccination campaign after an explosion in cases of a new, more dangerous variant of the virus.Health authorities in the West African country have now confirmed 763 cases of the virus, including 177 recorded in a two day period last week, according to data …

Sierra Leone launches mpox vaccination drive as cases soar
Sierra Leone has launched a nationwide mpox vaccination campaign after an explosion in cases of a new, more dangerous variant of the virus.Health authorities in the West African country have now confirmed 763 cases of the virus, including 177 recorded in a two day period last week, according to data …

Trump is the unlikely heir to Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Donald Trump is moving faster than any US president since Franklin Delano Roosevelt took office in 1933 amid the Great Depression. Indeed, it was FDR’s rapid action that led observers to mark each administration’s “first 100 days”. Believe me, nobody did that with Calvin Coolidge.At least three major similarities have …

Lady Gaga, Mexico City, review: more brilliantly bonkers than Katy Perry in space
Over the top? Definitely. Moving? Surprisingly so. Gaga’s latest stadium concert confirmed that a star is reborn

A conversation with Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz
After 30 years, Counting Crows are still going strong. "As long as we can play, we will," Duritz says. "I mean, who gets to spend a whole life playing rock’n’roll? It’s pretty rare.”
Mob emboldened by Trump lays siege to West Bank village
Hamdan Ballal, the Oscar-winning director, remembers one moment of clarity during the 20-minute-long beating.“I looked at the floor, saw all the blood, and thought: “My God, is there any left in me? That’s it, I’m going to die”.”Three weeks before, the 35-year-old had been lauded on the Hollywood red carpet …
Revealed: Libyan warlord at heart of migrant scandal has links to Britain
A Libyan warlord who allegedly controlled migrant smuggling routes into Europe and a network of torture prisons had direct links to Britain.Osama Almasri Najim, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC), was detained in Italy this year but controversially freed as part of a suspected deal with Libya.The …

The weird experiences taking over English vineyards, from ice baths to a hobbit house
When it comes to a mini-break from the general gloom and doom of the news, many of us are turning to the booming UK vineyard scene for some much-needed fun and fizz.According to the first wine tourism report from the industry association Wines of Great Britain, 1.5 million people visited …
What alcohol does to your gut health
We all know that a healthy gut is vital for everything from fighting off colds and flu to conditions such as anxiety, depression, irritable bowel syndrome and more. We also know that eating a wide variety of plants, fermented foods and fibre will improve and maintain our gut health.Yet, unfortunately, …

What alcohol does to your gut health
We all know that a healthy gut is vital for everything from fighting off colds and flu to conditions such as anxiety, depression, irritable bowel syndrome and more. We also know that eating a wide variety of plants, fermented foods and fibre will improve and maintain our gut health.Yet, unfortunately, …

How to choose the right white paint for your home
If you can’t decide which white to go for, you’re not alone. Discover expert tips to find a shade that suits

The British octogenarians swapping ‘dreary’ care homes for Thai luxury
Arriving at the Chiang Mai Care Resort in northern Thailand, you’d be forgiven for thinking you’re at a standard-issue, luxury Thai resort. A series of low-roof bungalows separated by palm trees and lush tropical plants are dotted around a peaceful lake. At one end are two swimming pools offering a …

Emanations and ectoplasm: the weird world of Edvard Munch
The first UK exhibition dedicated to the portraits of Norwegian painter Edvard Munch (1863-1944) opens at the National Portrait Gallery on March 13. Featuring more than 40 paintings and works on paper, most of which have never been seen before in this country, it’s a unique opportunity to step into …