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Finding the perfect pair of winter boots is essential for staying warm, comfortable and stylish all season long. Whether navigating icy sidewalks, exploring snowy trails or simply braving the frigid weather, the right pair of winter boots can make all the difference. Boots help keep feet dry and suitably insulated, providing reliable traction for safety on ice and snow and long-lasting comfort. With so many options available, shopping for winter boots can feel overwhelming, especially with the wide…

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Descrease article font size Increase article font size A Calgary mother and son have teamed up to create a new app they hope will help Canadians buy products made in Canada. Self-taught app designers Ryan Checora and Cathy Checora released their AI-powered app called O SCANada on the App Store…

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Less than a day before that announcement, US media reported that Donald Trump had had a phone call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to discuss steps towards a negotiated solution. ADVERTISEMENTUS President Donald Trump’s national security adviser Mike Waltz has said senior members of the administration will meet with…

Good morning. Friday’s jobs report looked fine to Unhedged — a little light on new jobs in January, but December was revised up and the unemployment rate decreased — but markets didn’t love it. Stock and bonds fell. We seem to be in more of a glass-half-empty market than we were at the end of 2024. If your glass is half full, let me know why: [email protected]. Stock markets shrug at Trump’s tariff threatsOn their…

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The Dallas Mavericks suffered a case of awful luck on Saturday.Anthony Davis, the team’s acquisition in its stunning trade with the Los Angeles Lakers, suffered a groin injury in the team’s win over the Houston Rockets. He left the game early and was ruled out for Monday’s contest against the Sacramento Kings. Davis may be out longer.ESPN reported that Davis suffered a left adductor strain and that he could be out for a few…

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Archaeologists in Sicily, Italy, have discovered a mask mold believed to depict Medusa.The mask mold was found at Valley of the Temples Archaeological Park (VTAP), the park announced.ARCHAEOLOGISTS UNCOVER CENTURIES-OLD TOILETS, ARTIFACTS BENEATH FUTURE HIGHWAY”The discovery occurred in the excavation of house 18, a building from the late Republican age which, in its last phase of use, around the beginning of the 1st century BC,” said VTAP’s press release.  Archaeologists believe the house was “probably transformed into an artisan workshop dedicated to the production of masks.”The mold shows a stern-faced female with tresses of curly hair.For more Lifestyle articles, visit…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is preparing to meet with Vice President JD Vance at the Munich Security Conference later this week after confirming on Friday he is ready to “do a deal” with President Donald Trump.According to an interview with Reuters, Zelenskyy said he was ready to supply the U.S. with rare-earth minerals in exchange for Washington’s continued backing of its war effort.”If we are talking about a deal, then let’s do a deal, we are only for it,” Zelenskyy said. ZELENSKYY WANTS NUKES OR NATO; TRUMP SPECIAL ENVOY KELLOGG SAYS ‘SLIM AND NONE’ CHANCE The Ukrainian president has made clear he is also open…

Keen to escape the usual holiday hotspots? Slower, more thoughtful travel experiences await in Eastern Europe. ADVERTISEMENTTwo years ago I spent a week wandering Montenegro’s mountainous hinterland. Quite simply, it was spectacular. That’s the thing about Europe: for all the popular resorts along the Mediterranean there are as many other special places to be discovered tucked a little bit further off the usual tourist routes.Where Europe’s travel hotspots are grappling with the effects of overtourism, these growing destinations have a unique chance to manage increasing visitor numbers so they don’t reach the same tipping point. How we explore Europe now…

An early-morning Brooklyn apartment fire left one man dead and two others — including a young boy — in the hospital, police said. Authorities responded to a 911 call about a blaze that broke out in a four-story brick building on 80th Street near Fifth Avenue in Bay Ridge at about 3:40 a.m., according to the NYPD. A Brooklyn fire left one man dead and two people – including a child – injured. Seth Gottfried When cops and firefighters arrived, they found an unconscious 37-year-old man whom EMS rushed to NYU Langone Hospital – Brooklyn. But the victim did not…

As travelers book vacations seeking action, adventure and relaxation, there has been a growing number of people factoring in spirituality.Spiritual trips prioritize mindfulness, faith and connecting with nature. Away Holidays, a U.K.-based travel agency, found that searches for spiritual travel have increased by 57% in the past three months.TRAVELERS FLOCK TO TOP RELIGIOUS LANDMARKS DEEMED ‘MOST INSTAGRAMMABLE’The agency ranked major cities based on their attractions, parks, spas, yoga studios and wellness search trends. Tokyo, Japan, took first place, given its 3,867 spiritual attractions, including iconic sites like the Meiji Shrine and Senso-ji Temple.The city also has 644 parks and 1,200 spas,…

The parents of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an American kidnapped from Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, and murdered by Hamas terrorists after surviving 11 months in captivity, made a video plea to President Donald Trump after the latest hostage release. In a video message shared on Instagram, Jon Polin and Rachel Goldberg-Polin reacted to the release of civilians Eli Sharabi, 52; Or Levy, 34, and Ohad Ben Ami, 56. They were among the 250 people who were taken during the Hamas-led attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. The three gaunt, frail-looking Israeli hostages were forced to speak during a Hamas handover ceremony,…

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was caught on a hot mic saying President Trump’s talk of making Canada the 51st state was “a real thing” — warning that Trump was after the country’s rich critical minerals resources. Trudeau made the comments to Canadian business and labor leaders in a closed door meeting Friday in remarks that were accidentally broadcast on a loudspeaker, CBS News reported. President Trump and Justin Trudeau have a long and fraught relationship. AP “I suggest that not only does the Trump administration know how many critical minerals we have, but that may be even why they…

Americans are getting ready for the Super Bowl to kick off on Sunday, and while spending on festivities related to the big game is up, more fans are wanting to dial it back than wanting to spend more, a new report found. A study by LendingTree found that 75% of Americans said they’ll tune into the Super Bowl but that of those who plan to watch nearly one-third, or 31%, say they’ll spend less on Super Bowl festivities than last year – well above the 19% who say they’ll spend more. Half of Americans say their spending will be the same…

This ski season, if you’re looking to hit the powder without breaking the bank, consider traveling to one of these affordable, wintry destinations.Vacation rental site HomeToGo released its annual Ski Season Report, and the list singled out ski resorts with reduced rates on lift passes and accommodations, so you can have a ball on tighter finances.”For this year’s annual HomeToGo Ski Season Report, we compiled a data-led, travel expert overview to give skiers inspiration of how to carve out a genuinely affordable ski vacation in several hot spots across the U.S.,” Jonas Upmann, HomeToGo spokesperson and travel expert, told Fox News Digital.  HOTTEST…

Eli Sharabi, who was ripped from his home in Kibbutz Be’eri by Hamas terrorists during the Oct. 7 attacks, has returned to Israel after 491 days in captivity. Sharabi’s family watched excitedly as he returned home, but three people were noticeably absent. Sharabi will not be greeted by his wife or daughters because Hamas terrorists murdered them during the 2023 massacre.Sharabi and his family lived on Kibbutz Be’eri, a border community in southern Israel that was hit particularly hard on Oct. 7, 2023. In January 2024, just months after Hamas’ attacks, Israel confirmed that Sharabi’s brother, Yossi, who was also…

Some European cities like Lisbon consistently make it to the top of digital nomad rankings. ADVERTISEMENTThe digital nomad experience is easier than ever to try out as dozens of countries have introduced dedicated visas and tax exemptions. But with so many enticing destinations on the table, it can be tough to choose where to go. Studies are frequently published on the best remote working locations, and some cities and countries consistently make it to the top of the ranking. Here are the European destinations that have been highlighted by recent research. Portugal is the top destination for digital nomadsPortugal is rarely missing from a…

Unlock the Editor’s Digest for freeRoula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter.Financial advisers have been snapping up UK government bonds on behalf of their clients to meet surging demand, as investors seek attractive income streams and tax-free gains.UK government borrowing costs have jumped in the past few months to a 16-year high in January, in part because of concerns that the UK is facing weaker economic growth and higher prices. But bond yields, which move inversely to prices, eased last week as the Bank of England cut its base interest rate by a…

Stay informed with free updatesSimply sign up to the Artificial intelligence myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox.The writer is founding co-director of the Stanford Institute for Human-Centered AI (HAI) and CEO and co-founder of World LabsArtificial intelligence is advancing at a breakneck pace. What used to take computation models days can now be done in minutes, and while the training costs have gone up dramatically, they will soon go down as developers learn to do more with less. I’ve said it before, and I’ll repeat it — the future of AI is now. To anyone in the field, this…

Slink on outta that old skin, folks; the Year of the Wood Snake is upon us, and with it, the summons to shed the dead and move towards the fresh-cut foundation of the new. What Chinese Zodiac Sign Is 2025 2025 is the Year of the Wood Snake Chinese New Year 2025, Year of the Wood Snake The sixth animal in the Chinese zodiac, the Snake is a symbol of complexity, mystery, initiation and transformation. Elena Uve – stock.adobe.com Coming in hot and serpentine on January 29, the Chinese Lunar New Year ends the Year of the Wood Dragon and…

A gang of illegal immigrants busted over a robbery at Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow’s Ohio home allegedly posed for photos with their stolen loot — including the NFL star’s personalized diamond-encrusted chains. The trio of Chilean migrants are accused of snapping the brazen photos after allegedly storming Burrow’s $7.5 million home on Dec. 9 and making off with roughly $300,000 worth of his luxury possessions, federal prosecutors said. Illegal immigrants pose with luxury loot stolen from NFL players home. U.S. District court for the Southern District of Ohio Joe Burrow enters Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City on Jan. 30, 2022.…

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