World Smile Day

LONDON (AP) – She´s one of the most photographed women in the world. But attention on Kate, the Princess of Wales, hasn´t reached this level since she married Prince William in a fairy-tale wedding in 2011. An announcement from palace officials that Kate, 42, had unspecified abdominal surgery and would be out of sight for weeks triggered huge speculation and gossip about her health. But an admission from Kate that she altered an official family photo – one that’s supposed to reassure the public that she is doing well – made things even worse. It´s a rare misstep for the princess, who has hardly put a foot wrong in her journey from William´s shy “commoner” girlfriend to the glamorous young…

LONDON (AP) – Kate, the Princess of Wales, has cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy, she said Friday in a stunning announcement that follows weeks of speculation about her health and whereabouts. Her condition was disclosed in a video message recorded Wednesday and broadcast Friday, coming after relentless speculation on social media ever since she was hospitalized in January for unspecified abdominal surgery. Kate asked for “time, space and privacy” while she is treated for an unspecified type of cancer, which was discovered after her surgery. “I am well,” she said. “I am getting stronger every day by focusing on the things that will help me heal.” Kate, 42, hadn´t been seen publicly since Christmas until video surfaced this week of…

London, Mar 23 (AP) One of the most famous, photographed and talked-about women in the world is fighting a very personal battle. Kate, Princess of Wales, disclosed Friday that she is being treated for an unspecified form of cancer. Also Read | Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, Says She Has Cancer and is Undergoing Chemotherapy (Watch Video). The revelation went alongside a request for “some time, space and privacy while I complete my treatment” and was in part an attempt to quell the clamour of rumour and speculation that has built since the palace announced in January that Kate, 42, had undergone abdominal surgery and would be out of sight for several months. Palace hopes that she would be left…

Boston’s beloved punk rockers kept St. Patrick’s Day weekend rocking as loud as ever at their second of four shows this week. Dropkick Murphys, with Pennywise and The Scratch, at MGM Music Hall at Fenway, Friday, March 15 The boys are back. There are some artists whose work is so entwined with their roots, their music is not only a reflection of where they are from, but, in time, imprinted into the very DNA of their hometowns: Bruce Springsteen and New Jersey. The Beatles and Liverpool. And even with Boston’s trove of legendary bands who have at some point called this place home, none have carried this city — with its storied and gritty culture and tough-as-nails attitude — more…

Why Liverpool is like a tower of JENGA – It’s All Kicking Off Transfer Week podcast Jurgen Klopp was enjoying some much-needed rest and relaxation in Dubai during the recent winter break when he was approached by a bloke in a flowery shirt. It was a Bolton fan begging the Liverpool manager to allow Conor Bradley back on loan to the League One side. ‘Too late,’ came the response from Klopp, sporting a ‘You’ll Never Walk Alone’ cap which he made a point to put on to wind up a Manchester United fan asking for a photo. And ‘too late’ was the gist of most responses to clubs who came knocking for Bradley in the summer, too. After scoring five…

India Vs England 1st Test: Runs By Indian Batters In Last 10 Test Innings; Virat Kohli At Top And Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer At Bottom; In Pics Nature bestowed its kindness upon Kashmir, bringing much-needed relief from the prolonged dry weather. Snowfall graced all the tourist destinations and high-altitude areas, including Gulmarg and Sonamarg, creating a serene white landscape. After an enduring dry spell spanning over two months, the Kashmir Valley finally received fresh snowfall in its higher reaches and renowned tourist resorts such as Gulmarg, Pahalgam, and Sonamarg. The world-famous ski resort of Gulmarg was enveloped in a pristine layer of snow, eliciting joy among both tourists and locals associated with the tourism industry. The snowfall brought smiles to…

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Christians around the world were striving on Christmas Eve to put aside the worries and fears of an unsettled, war-torn world as they prepared to celebrate the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. Believers in Syria gathered Sunday in a country still suffering from the aftermath of a long civil war and suffocating economic blockade. Despite festive lights and Christmas decorations adorning houses and shopfronts in the capital Damascus, events in Gaza and ongoing battles in parts of the country have left the holiday atmosphere subdued. In Yabroud, a city north of Damascus, worshippers gathered in the St. Constantine and Helen Cathedral to enjoy Christmas carols sung by the Joy Choir from Damascus. “Everyone should try, with…

ROME — Although it was midwinter, streets in Rome were crowded, and historic sites were surprisingly well-populated with visitors. Christmas decorations stubbornly remained in place, appearing, from my perch above the graceful drape of the Spanish Steps, like campfires burning in the early lowering night. On the Piazza di Spagna, 135 Roman travertine steps below, the Dior shop stood canopied by an enveloping holiday display of butterflies in luminescent silver and gold. I was back in Rome after a long absence. This time, following years of struggling to learn Italian, I had arrived with my skills in that musical language having been raised from nonexistent to embarrassing. I had memorized some of the notes but remained without practice in the…

Monte Carlo, Palm Beach, Basel and Sandbanks. A 0.39 square mile peninsula crossing the mouth of Poole Harbour where the average property price last year was £1.25 million, making it the fourth most expensive place to live in the world. While the rest of the UK frets about house prices and interest rates, Sandbanks stands firm. It appears the wise man really does build his house upon the sand. Squinting through the winter sun you can understand why it’s been hailed as Britain’s answer to Miami. The sand is white, the sea and sky beatifically blue and the houses, big and brash with glass. Glance left or right, however, and the setting is unmistakably British. Men and women in warm…

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Christians around the world were striving on Christmas Eve to put aside the worries and fears of an unsettled, war-torn world as they prepared to celebrate the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. Believers in Syria gathered Sunday in a country still suffering from the aftermath of a long civil war and suffocating economic blockade. Despite festive lights and Christmas decorations adorning houses and shopfronts in the capital Damascus, events in Gaza and ongoing battles in parts of the country have left the holiday atmosphere subdued. In Yabroud, a city north of Damascus, worshippers gathered in the St. Constantine and Helen Cathedral to enjoy Christmas carols sung by the Joy Choir from Damascus. “Everyone should try, with…

Syracuse, N.Y. — It might take Pat Dalton three or four trips to buy everything on his short grocery shopping list for the day. By noon last Wednesday, he had already picked up cold cuts at Green Hills Farms Market in Nedrow, and then it was off to Thanos Import Market on the the North Side for bread, cheese and olives. Before he’s done, he still may head to Nichols in Liverpool for meat and maybe Lombardi’s or Vince’s Imports for any deli items he may have forgotten along the way. Yes, he knows he could easily clear his list with one stop at any large chain superstore. “For years people would make fun of me because I go to…

Hanoi (VNA) – Vietnam and Canada concluded a vibrant year filled with a multitude of activities to commemorate the 50th anniversary of their diplomatic ties (1973-2023). On the occasion of the New Year 2024, the Vietnam News Agency held an interview with Ambassador of Canada to Vietnam Shawn Steil, discussing achievements in bilateral relations and the prospects for future cooperation between the two countries. The following is the full text of the interview. Reporter: 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of Canada-Vietnam diplomatic relations. Over the past half a century, the two countries have recorded significant achievements in various aspects. What are your thoughts on the potential for further cooperation in the years to come? Ambassador Shawn Steil: It is the…

PARIS, Jan 16 — What is going on with teenagers these days? While their reluctance to pose with the rest of the family for a photo on a festive occasion is nothing new, many of them are now taking things further and deciding to spoil the picture by covering up part of their face. A “nose cover pose” is showing up in more and more family pictures, and the reason these teens are doing it may surprise you. The holiday season is synonymous with family photos. But many photos get spoiled by a nephew, cousin or even your own offspring, unwilling to smile as is customary. But during the most recent festivities, they’re not just sulking, grimacing or looking bored…

HALESITE, N.Y. — The holiday movie “Elf” was released 20 years ago and has delighted the masses since. In the film’s climax, Buddy the Elf and Santa fly through New York City on a sleigh powered by holiday spirit. Did you ever wonder what happened to that sleigh? We did, so we sent CBS New York’s Vanessa Murdock on a quest to find out. Declared a “masterpiece” by “Elf” lovers, Santa’s sleigh needed a little help from modern engineering to take to the skies in the movie, using a “Kringle 3000” jet turbine engine. But the Kringle 3000 did not propel the iconic piece of movie memorabilia to its final home. A generous donor helped it land on Long Island…

Jan. 7 — NORWICH — In Christian tradition, the magi, or wise men, were said to have followed a guiding star to Bethlehem to pay homage to the newborn Jesus Christ with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. To honor the event, many Roman Catholics, Lutherans, Anglicans and other Western churches observe a feast on Jan. 6, known as the Epiphany, Epiphany of the Lord or the Feast of the Three Kings. “It’s referred to as both,” said Angel Santiago, who usually organizes the annual Three Kings event at Saint Mary Church on 70 Central Ave. “Culturally, in Latin American countries and Spain, they call it the Three Kings Day. As an event in the church it’s called the Epiphany.”…

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Well, here were are, the holiday season is among us. How wonderful is that? The holidays are such a fun time of the year, and even in Florida, surrounded by palm trees — it just feels like the holidays, like there’s something in the air. Oh wait, as I type this there is a Frost Advisory, so yeah, it’s COLD! Have you gotten your shopping done?? NGL, I’ve ordered myself numerous things for Christmas, but everybody else is getting a prayer, a text, or a hug! HAHAHA! (they probably won’t find it as funny, so I really need to get online when I’m done with this and order ALL the gifts!) 📸 Share your story with us:…

OTTAWA – Karina Gould knows how to throw a hefty political punch, and she often does it with a smile. Just six months into her role as government House leader, Gould has redefined what it means to be a prime minister’s chief attack dog. × Already a Subscriber? Sign in You are logged in Switch accounts During a fall parliamentary sitting that often looked out of control, political insiders say Gould was a steady thorn in her opponents’ sides: calm and cutting at the same time. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW They are crediting her with re-energizing the Liberal caucus after the party’s poll numbers plummeted last year, while Opposition Conservatives relished in their own gains. “For the last…

CLEVELAND, Ohio -For many, the holiday season is filled with family, friends, and various beloved and obligatory traditions. There are also Black Friday sales, office parties, 24-hour holiday music, televised yule logs, “Die Hard,” electrically sexy leg lamps, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and much more. And then there is the Trans-Siberian Orchestra making its annual trek through the region, bringing the holiday spirit through traditional and original holiday music along with dramatic, powerful vocals, dizzying lasers, volcanic arena-lighting pyrotechnics, dizzyingly-volcanic guitar solos, and other cool things that make kids smile with awe and wonder. Trans-Siberian Orchestra will be pulling into the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse station for two shows at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Tickets for the show…

Finstall: Inside village near Birmingham lit like a Christmas film Just a stone’s throw from Birmingham lies a real treat for anyone who adores getting into the festive spirit: the UK’s most Christmas-obsessed village. Alison Brinkworth – senior reporter for Birmingham Live – took a trip to see just what the fairytale village of Finstall had to offer, and found herself transported into the set of a Christmas movie. The picturesque and quaint village has walks, pubs, and restaurants that will satisfy any visitor year-round, but during the festive period is when it really comes to life. Read on below to hear all about Alison’s adventure to Finstall, and just why she recommends anyone who gets the chance makes a…

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Christians around the world were striving on Christmas Eve to put aside the worries and fears of an unsettled, war-torn world as they prepared to celebrate the birth of Jesus of Nazareth. Believers in Syria gathered Sunday in a country still suffering from the aftermath of a long civil war and suffocating economic blockade. Despite festive lights and Christmas decorations adorning houses and shopfronts in the capital Damascus, events in Gaza and ongoing battles in parts of the country have left the holiday atmosphere subdued. × Already a Subscriber? Sign in You are logged in Switch accounts In Yabroud, a city north of Damascus, worshippers gathered in the St. Constantine and Helen Cathedral to enjoy Christmas…