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It always feels strange as the end of August approaches. Summer isn't technically over, but a sense of limbo takes over, a state of longing and brooding over a fleeting possibility, as if summer has gone to sleep.Or maybe that's just us.Either way, emotional predictions aside, there's still plenty to see in August. For starters, the Edinburgh Fringe runs until the 26th, and Euronews Culture's Jonny Wolffis gives us a quick rundown of all the highlights you still need to see, including comedy, theatre and alternative shows.For joystick lovers, there's Gamescom, the world's largest games fair, in Cologne, and a…
ROME – With Pope Francis' 2025 Jubilee of Hope fast approaching, the Vatican official in charge of planning the event stressed the importance of forgiveness and solidarity amid a climate of global anger and resentment. “Without hope, we cannot understand the essence of life. Hope belongs to the essence of the Christian life, because, together with faith and charity, it expresses the style of the believer,” said Italy's Archbishop Rino Fisichella, who participated in a panel discussion with Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri at the annual festival in Rimini, Italy. Fisichella, who is prefect of the Vatican's Congregation for the Evangelization…
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. People of most races and ethnicities in the country are more likely to die from heart-related problems than anything else.These statistics are staggering, and if you've ever felt overwhelmed while researching what you can do to improve your heart health, you're not alone. The good news? You don't have to exercise three hours a day or eat an all-fish and plant-based diet to stay heart healthy. A few simple adjustments can make a big difference.One of the easiest things you can do is to eliminate (or severely limit)…
The death of the world's oldest person, Maria Branyas-Morella, aged 117, may have many pondering the secret to extraordinary longevity, but scientists say it may be best to avoid taking longevity advice from centenarians themselves.According to the Guinness World Records website, Branyas believed the secret to his longevity was “order, peace, good relationships with family and friends, contact with nature, emotional stability, the absence of worries and regrets, lots of positivity, and avoiding toxic people.”But Richard Faragher, professor of biogerontology at the University of Brighton, said the reality was that scientists were still trying to understand why some people live…
Dear Abby: I don't understand why my mother keeps the last name of her ex-husband (stepfather), who sexually abused me and my sister as children. I found out when I finally told her when I was 10 years old. She stayed married to him for years, and my sister and I lived at home. It was hellish to keep that monster away from me. My mother has dementia and I am her caregiver. I try to live a healthy and fulfilling life and relationships and protect my children from abuse. I try not to get angry, sad or hurt. I…
Odfjell Technology (OB:OTL) Q2 2024 resultsKey Financial Results Revenue: SEK 1.36 billion (up 7.9% from Q2 2023). Net profit: SEK 88.4 million (up 11% from Q2 2023). Margins: 6.5% (up from 6.3% in Q2 2023). Margin increase is driven by higher revenue. EPS: SEK 2.24 billion (up from SEK 2.01 in Q2 2023). OB:OTL Revenue and Revenue Growth 24 Aug 2024 All figures shown in the chart above are for the trailing twelve month (TTM) period. Odfjell Technology's sales and profits beat expectations Revenues beat analyst expectations by 7.8%. Earnings per share (EPS) also beat analysts' expectations by 30%. Looking…
As Ukraine celebrates its Independence Day today, the EU reaffirms its unwavering support for the country in defending itself against Russia for as long as necessary. “Europe will always be by Ukraine's side, because Ukraine is Europe,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in a video message. Ukraine is entering its third year of conflict with Russia, which illegally invaded Ukraine in February 2022. Europe has been by Ukraine's side since day one of the invasion. The EU has provided and will continue to provide financial, humanitarian, military, diplomatic and moral support to Ukraine. To date, the EU…
Expect two of the WNBA's best players to take on the field when Sabrina Ionescu (19.9 points per game, sixth in the league) and the New York Liberty (25-4) take on DeWanna Bonner (16.5, 15th) and the Connecticut Sun (21-7) on Saturday, August 24th at 7pm ET. Our computer predictions for Saturday's matches will help you make an informed bet by selecting the best available bets. Select Sun (+7.5) to cover The Liberty is 14-15-0 against the spread this season. The Sun have covered the spread 12 times this season (12-16-0). The Liberty is 7-12 ATS when playing as at…
A former Pentagon intelligence official has shocked people by revealing that extraterrestrial life has landed on Earth and that the US government has been aware of their existence for years.He also reportedly said authorities have vehicles of “unknown origin” that are not from the United States or any other country.According to a report from the Daily Mail, “A former spy said the US government has been 'aware' of the alien presence for decades. UFO researcher Luis Elizondo told reporters he could confirm that a vehicle of 'unknown origin' was recovered from the 1947 Roswell crash.”The Daily Mail also published an…
Netflix is the most popular platform for binge-worthy content. It has a wide variety of web series. Everyone can find a web series that suits their taste. Be it drama, fantasy, comedy, or thriller, viewers of all genres are found on this platform. In 2024, viewers preferred many series with exciting storylines, unique characters, and high production values. In this article, we will discuss the top 20 Netflix web series of 2024 and explain why each one became a fan favorite. Best Netflix series of 2024 1. Stranger Things Stranger Things is no stranger to Netflix viewers. It has been…