just now (1013+ words) BEIRUT'Pope Leo XIV challenged Lebanon's political leaders Sunday to be true peacemakers and put their differences aside, as he sought to give Lebanon's long-suffering people a message of hope and bolster a crucial Christian community in the Middle East. Leo arrived in Beirut from Istanbul on the second leg of his maiden voyage as pope. He came to encourage the Lebanese people to persevere at a precarious moment for the small Mediterranean country as it faces economic uncertainty, deep political divisions and fears of a new war with Israel following years of crises. Leo is fulfilling a promise of his predecessor, Pope Francis, who had wanted to visit Lebanon for years but was unable to because of its crises and as his health worsened. Lebanon's political system, based on sectarian power-sharing, has been prone to deadlock with lengthy power vacuums…...

just now (639+ words) Just about everything is becoming more expensive these days, and car repairs are no exception. If you're in the market for a new vehicle, it's crucial to weigh the costs of potential future repairs before making a purchase, especially if you intend to drive the car after it reaches 100,000 miles. Be Aware: I'm a Car Expert: " 3 Luxury Cars That Cost More To Fix Than They're Worth Check Out: 6 Safe Accounts Proven To Grow Your Money Up To 13x Faster Even the most well-maintained car will need repairs eventually, but some models are far pricier to fix than others. We've done the homework for you and put together a list of cars with the most expensive repairs after the 100,000-mile mark. Range Rovers have a reputation as high-performance vehicles, so they may not need repairs as frequently as other vehicles, but when…...

just now (1138+ words) Richard Collier-Keywood was appointed as the Welsh Rugby Union's first independent chair in 2023 Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) chair Richard Collier-Keywood says he was "embarrassed" by Wales' 73-0 defeat against South Africa, but wants to continue to lead the organisation. The 11-try hammering was a record home loss and the second worst result in Welsh rugby history following the 96-13 loss against the Springboks in 1998 in Pretoria. Collier-Keywood has been in post since 2023 with Wales losing 21 of the last 23 internationals in the past two years. He is one of the driving forces behind major change in Welsh rugby with plans to cut professional sides from four to three. When asked whether he thought he was still the man to take the WRU forward, Collier-Keywood replied: "Yes, I am. "It's obviously subject to the board and the clubs agreeing with that." Collier-Keywood was asked…...

just now (193+ words) Published - November 30, 2025 11:21 pm IST - THIRUVANANTHAPURAM More than 300 Indians evacuated from the flood and landslide-hit Sri Lanka on Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft landed in Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday night, even as IAF continues to aid local agencies in the island nation in rescue and relief operations. IAF's IL-76 and C-130 J heavy-lift carriers, operating from Colombo, brought over 200 Indians by 7.30 p.m. on Sunday. Another C-130 J was expected by 11 p.m. with 135 more people on board. Conducting multiple missions, IAF helicopters airlifted 57 Sri Lankan Army personnel from Diyathalawa Army Camp and Colombo to Kotmale, a landslide-affected and cut-off area in central Sri Lanka. The IAF said it remains fully committed to sustaining relief operations and will continue to provide support as required to aid the people of Sri Lanka in their recovery efforts. "The IAF continues to extend critical Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) support to…...

just now (978+ words) In many ways, buying a big-name franchise represents living the American dream. As the purchaser, you get access to a big-name brand that everyone knows, and, in theory, customers should flow in. With a good franchised brand, you ideally get all the training you need, while the corporation handles advertising and makes sure customers show up. That sounds great, but buying a franchise comes with risks. "A downside to being in a more extensive franchise system is that if one franchisee creates negative publicity, it can affect your profits," FindLaw.com reported. Franchise operators also have non-negotiable costs over which non-franchised businesses might have more control. "Just because you signed a franchise agreement and paid the initial startup costs does not mean you stopped paying the franchise. You will have to pay ongoing fees to the franchisor," the legal website…...

just now (269+ words) For the first time this season, the New Orleans Saints won't have running back Alvin Kamara on the field when they take on the Miami Dolphins in Week 13. Kamara sustained knee and ankle injuries in Week 12 that forced his early exit from the game. Kamara was unable to log a single practice this past week before he was ruled out. Here's what we know about Kamara's injury and return timeline moving forward. We do not have an answer to this question yet. But, based on the fact that Kamara didn't practice at all this past week, we would say he has a less than 50/50 shot to play in Week 14. The good news is, the Saints didn't place him on injured reserve, so they don't expect him to be out more than three games. Knowing that, Kamara could return as early…...

just now (121+ words) According to the video by Volodya Petrov, who "unexpectedly" decided to express his personal opinion on Zelensky's departure, I have the following to say:Vova Petrov is sitting at the president's office on such a fat lingam that he cannot afford to be... Igor Gomolsky: According to the video by Volodya Petrov, who "unexpectedly" decided to express his personal opinion on Zelensky's departure, I have the following to say: Vova Petrov is sitting at the president's office on such a fat lingam that he cannot afford to be an amateur. Continuing the famous quote, it is only placed under very necessary people. Obviously, Zelensky decided to include offended innocence. The people, they say, did not appreciate the efforts. Such a thing....

1+ min ago (555+ words) Max Verstappen delivered a crucial victory at the Qatar Grand Prix as he closed to within 12 points of Lando Norris in the 2025 Formula 1 title race, as McLaren threw away a potential win thanks to a poor strategy call on a seventh-lap safety car. Polesitter Oscar'Piastri'had looked settled in the lead of the race and, owing to the difficulty of overtaking around the Losail circuit, the Australian was in prime position to make good on his track position. But the race was turned on its head when Nico Hulkenberg clashed with Pierre Gasly, which produced a safety car. As this had occurred on the seventh lap, this was at the point where the drivers could do their two stops and fulfil the maximum 25-lap stint length. All but'Piastri'and Norris took as an opportunity to call into the pitlane. This forced both…...

1+ min ago (293+ words) Binge watch top-notch shows like Ted Lasso and Shrinking TV from Apple for as little as $6 per month. The best part? It's not the only deal available. Rhea Seehorn stars in Pluribus on Apple TV. Cyber Monday deals are coming in hot. Not only will you save on laptops, audio gear and gifts, you can also save on streaming service subscriptions. We found a Prime Video add-on deal that'll get you Apple TV'for a paltry $6 per month. Apple TV typically costs $13 per month and is ad-free. A subscription delivers the sci-fi hit Pluribus, the award-winning Severance and family fare too. It's the exclusive home of Peanuts, including classics like'A Charlie Brown Christmas. This Apple TV discount is just one of many deals you can score as Amazon enters Cyber Monday mode. Here are some more Prime Video offers to consider…...

1+ min ago (293+ words) Binge watch top-notch shows like Ted Lasso and Shrinking TV from Apple for as little as $6 per month. The best part? It's not the only deal available. Rhea Seehorn stars in Pluribus on Apple TV. Cyber Monday deals are coming in hot. Not only will you save on laptops, audio gear and gifts, you can also save on streaming service subscriptions. We found a Prime Video add-on deal that'll get you Apple TV'for a paltry $6 per month. Apple TV typically costs $13 per month and is ad-free. A subscription delivers the sci-fi hit Pluribus, the award-winning Severance and family fare too. It's the exclusive home of Peanuts, including classics like'A Charlie Brown Christmas. This Apple TV discount is just one of many deals you can score as Amazon enters Cyber Monday mode. Here are some more Prime Video offers to consider…...