Christmas News Monitoring

BIRDWATCH: Results of the Chris Michener Memorial Christmas Bird Count

Breadcrumb Trail Links Opinion Column A modest number of 39 bird species were located in the 2024 Chris Michener Memorial Christmas Bird Count held on December 17. Photo by Milaspage /Getty Images I have the results of the Chris Michener Memorial …

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church to Host Blue Christmas Service

WOODBURY — St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will host a Blue Christmas service at 5 p.m. Sunday, December 22 at 294 Main St. South. According to the Rev. Tuesday Rupp, Rector at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, the “Blue Christmas” service is meant to provide …

Christmas babies deserve their moment too

It’s the best time of the year! That’s right, it’s time to celebrate my birthday. My birthday is two days after Christmas and I know what you’re thinking, that I only get presents on Christmas not even wrapped in birthday wrapping paper. But I honestly …

Old Czech traditions brought to life for Wilber Christmas

‘Golden pigs’ are hidden at business places in town for customers to find By Hanna Christensen, scireporter@sewardindependent.com Posted 12/11/24 In a nod to its Czech roots, Wilber is decking the halls with golden pigs and welcoming the community …

Man arrested for Christmas homicide after argument over…

Cedric D. Crews was killed Christmas day, and according to court documents, it was all over an argument and a slammed door. A little over a month later a man is in police custody for the killing. Derek Tyrone McKenzie III, 28, is being held in Marion …

New Slaughter of Christians in Nigeria During Christmas Celebrations

(ZENIT News / Gboko, Nigeria, 03.02.2025).- Dozens of Christians were killed around Christmas time in Nigeria, especially in Benue State. The news of the massacre came recently to Aid to the Church in Need (ACN, from reports received by the local …

This fledgling Temiskaming Christmas tree grower aims to be a cut above

Henwood Tree Farm has big retail plans while embracing herbicide-free practices in preparing for winter 2026 launch At Henwood Tree Farm, a budding Christmas tree venture near Temiskaming Shores, Chris and Isabelle Allen thrive on planning their business …

Aldi to create 1,600 new jobs in UK after 'best ever' Christmas sales

Aldi, the discount supermarket chain, is set to create 1,600 new jobs this year as it expands its UK store footprint, even as its competitors cut jobs. This announcement starkly contrasts with the news of Sainsbury’s cutting 3,000 jobs and minor staff …

Over 100 people arrested for drink and drug driving in Gloucestershire over Christmas

Over 100 people were arrested for drink and drug driving offences across Gloucestershire throughout the Christmas period. Gloucestershire Police arrested 117 people during their campaign between December 1 and January 2. The force said that 68 motorists …

Christmas Day row leads to driving ban Christmas Day row leads to driving ban A man who got behind the wheel following a ...

A man who got behind the wheel following a Christmas Day argument with his wife has been banned from the roads.. Spalding resident George-Julian Andrei opted to take himself away from the situation by 'driving round in circles', a court was told. …

Woman broke bottle on family member’s head following Christmas day argument about drugs Christmas celebrations ended in ...

Christmas celebrations ended in a woman smashing a bottle over a family member’s head following an argument about drugs. Kaya Brown pleaded guilty to a charge of common assault when she appeared in court on Wednesday (January 29). The 28-year-old, of Cross …

100-plus win in Christmas, New Year lucky draw

MORE than 100 persons from around East New Britain, West New Britain, New Ireland and the Autonomous Region of Bougainville (Arob) won prizes during the Tropicana Ltd Christmas-New Year lucky draw. Dame Sandra Lau, Tropicana  managing director and owner, …

‘A moment of madness!’ Christmas Day drink-driver will lose job, court told Being caught drink driving in the early ...

Being caught drink driving in the early hours of Christmas Day has cost a man his job. Stuart Adams - who fixed ‘stricken’ HGVs for a living - was over the legal limit when stopped by police on Spalding's Holbeach Road at 2am on December 25. In court …

What 'Meteor Garden' Icon Barbie Hsu's Last Christmas Looked Like

Seeing Keir Starmer glad-handing EU chiefs has Remainers as giddy as toddlers on Christmas Eve

Keir as mud SEEING Keir Starmer glad-handing EU chiefs has the diehard Remainers as giddy as toddlers on Christmas Eve. It is hard to make sense of the gibber as they plead with him to destroy Brexit. 1 Remainers cheer Starmer’s EU glad-handing, but ignore …

Fundraiser and Tack Sale: HORSE to Host Annual Christmas Open House

WASHINGTON — HORSE, the Humane Organization Representing Suffering Equines, will hold its annual Christmas Open House from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, December 9, at 43 Wilbur Rd. The snow date is Sunday, December 10.  Plans include hourly tours to meet …

Woman stunned to discover true value of Christmas ornaments purchased at thrift store: 'I felt so lucky'

"So charming!" by Juliana MarinoFebruary 4, 2025 A thrifter could not believe their luck after stumbling upon an expensive pair of holiday ornaments for just 50 cents each. After sharing an image of the two ornaments in the r/ThriftStoreHauls …

Tech visa lobby foots bill for Andrew Bragg’s Christmas bash

Liberal senator Andrew Bragg’s 2023 Christmas party was a glitzy affair, sponsored by Sydney’s billionaire party king Justin Hemmes. It had the venue (not disclosed), drinks and canapes you’d expect of a Merivale shindig. His 2024 Christmas bash was a less …

LIBRARY SLATES CHRISTMAS CONCERT

The Minor Memorial Library in Roxbury will welcome “earlybird” for a concert of festive Christmas music at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 18 in the library at 23 South St. in Roxbury. Reception to follow. The event is first come, first seated. The music …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Joins Coalition Opposing Senator Hawley’s Labor Reform Framework

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) firmly opposes Senator Josh Hawley’s (R-MO) proposed labor reform framework, which threatens the ability of small …

CSI to Starmer: Extend support for Gazans to Karabakh Armenians

In open letter, Christian Solidarity International urges prime minister to oppose “might makes right” ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CSI is calling on British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to declare his support for …

Amicus International Consulting Expands Comprehensive Suite of Global Mobility and Privacy Services

Amicus International Consulting expands global mobility, privacy, and security services, offering banking passports and legal identity transformations. VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amicus International Consulting …

Alona Lebedieva: Time to Rethink the Concept of a “Male” Profession and Open New Horizons for Women

KYIV, UKRAINE, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Istanbul, the launch of the international network Women in Transport (WiT) took place, aimed at expanding the rights and opportunities of women in the transport sector. The event brought …

New Administration's Policies Signal Key Changes for L1 Visa Applications

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Immigration Partners PLLC Addresses Concerns Over L1 Visa Applications Under the Trump Administration Global Immigration Partners PLLC, a leading immigration law …

EBC Financial Group phân tích kinh tế Thái Lan 2025: Lạm phát, chính sách và rủi ro thị trường

Lạm phát Thái Lan giảm, nhưng rủi ro thương mại và thay đổi chính sách vẫn tiềm ẩn. EBC Financial Group phân tích xu hướng và cơ hội đầu tư 2025. THAILAND, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Khi Thái Lan bước vào năm 2025, nền kinh tế của đấ …

EBC金融集团剖析泰国年经济走向：通胀趋势、政策调整与市场挑战

泰国通胀压力缓解，但贸易风险与政策变动隐现。EBC金融集团深入解析2025年市场趋势与投资机遇。 THAILAND, February 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 随着泰国步入2025年，其经济格局仍受到财政刺激、货币政策调整以及全球市场动态变化的微妙平衡影响。尽管通胀保持低位，但经济增长面临出口疲软、地缘政治不确定性和结构性挑战的阻力。与此同时，政府主导的刺激措施和旅游业的韧性为经济复苏提供了潜在路径。EBC金融集团（EBC …

$35,000 Check Presentation at Washington, D.C. Auto Show Fuels Identity, Inc.’s New Latino Youth Automotive Career ...

Washington, D.C., Feb. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Identity Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Latino and underserved youth, took a major step toward expanding career opportunities in the automotive industry with the support of the Maryland …

Smucker and Daines Re-Introduce Bills to Permanently Extend 199A in IRS Code to Keep Pass-Through Entities Competitive

Bipartisan legislation Supported by 152 House Members, Most Co-Sponsored Bill This Season WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- House Member Rep. Lloyd Smucker (R-PA) and Senator Steve Daines (R-MT) have …

The Rise of Synthetic Data Generation Market: A $2.1 billion Industry Dominated by Microsoft (US), Google (US), IBM (US) ...

Delray Beach, FL, Feb. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MarketsandMarkets forecasts the global Synthetic Data Generation Market size to grow from USD 0.3 billion in 2023 to USD 2.1 billion by 2028, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 45.7% during the …

Atlas Achieves 160µm Ultra-High Loading Lithium-Ion Battery Electrodes with Innovative Water-Based NMP-Free Process

Atlas Achieves 160µm Ultra-High Loading Lithium-Ion Battery Electrodes with Innovative Water-Based NMP-Free Process ABBOTSFORD, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atlas Power Technologies Inc., has achieved a major …

MostlyMedicaid Thought Leaders Illuminate Future Trends at Medicaid Innovations Conference 2025

BIRMINGHAM, AL, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 16th Annual Medicaid Innovations Forum MostlyMedicaid Thought Leaders Illuminate Future Trends at Medicaid Innovations Conference 2025 January 27-29 Overall summary of …

Calvert Task Group Presents the Audiobook Edition of Popular Title, 'Don't Give Up the Ship'

Now available at Audible.com, "Don't Give Up the Ship!" encourages the change the American people overwhelmingly voted for in the recent presedential election. LAFAYETTE, CO, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In …

US Hispanic Business Council Endorses Cruz’s Kids Off Social Media Act

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) commends the Senate Commerce Committee for advancing the Kids Off Social Media Act (KOSMA), a bipartisan effort to …

Rebuilding Gaza will not be easy, but we must try

President Donald Trump is basking in the glory of having contributed to the current cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, which went into effect on Jan. 19, a day before his inauguration. Despite a few hiccups, the cease-fire has achieved its initial …

Barbara A. Leaf | 'Taking the Edge Off the Middle East' Ep. 7

Middle East Focus Presents: ’Taking the Edge Off the Middle East’ with Brian Katulis. A series of casual conversations with leading policy professionals on the most important happenings in the Middle East today - hosted by MEI’s Senior Fellow Brian Katulis …

Deep State Gangsters Wins the Spotlight Documentary Silver Award

Calling it one of the top independent documentaries of the year that leaves a lasting impression through artistry, depth, and innovation. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- After reviewing hundreds of powerful …

IPA Announces 2025 Board of Directors

The Innovative Payments Association announced its 2025 Board of Directors representing the electronic payments sector. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Innovative Payments Association announced its …

ECRE Comments Paper: Screening Regulation

6th February 2025 | News ECRE has published a comments paper on the Regulation introducing the screening of third-country nationals at the external borders, commonly known as the Screening Regulation. The Screening Regulation was adopted in June 2024 as …

EBC Financial Group วิเคราะห์แนวโน้มเศรษฐกิจไทยปี 2568: อัตราเงินเฟ้อ นโยบาย และความเสี่ยง

เงินเฟ้อของประเทศไทยลดลง แต่ความเสี่ยงด้านการค้าและการเปลี่ยนแปลงนโยบายยังคงเป็นปัจจัยที่ต้องระวัง EBC วิเคราะห์แนวโน้มสำคัญในตลาดและโอกาสการลงทุนในปี 2568 THAILAND, February 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- เมื่อก้าวเข้าสู่ปี 2568 …