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Addiction, in any form, can be a daunting and destructive force in one’s life. Among the many addictions people face, smoking is often considered one of the most difficult to overcome. Quitting smoking is an immense challenge that demands tremendous willpower and dedication. Despite various efforts, only a small percentage of smokers manage to successfully break free from their nicotine addiction.     (A Turkish man gained attention for caging his head to quit smoking after 26 years of addiction(X/@PicturesFoIder)   ((The bizarre attempt by Ibrahim Yucel)) Around 11 years ago, a story emerged that captured widespread attention. A Turkish man, Ibrahim Yucel,...

It’s not unusual for parents to select a unique name for their children to make them stand out. And if you thought X Æ A-12 Musk had the most unusual ring to it, think again. An Indonesian boy is breaking the internet after his name was revealed to be ABCDEF GHIJK Zuzu! Yes, you read that correctly, someone actually named their son after the first 11 letters in the English alphabet. The bizarre discovery was made accidentally when the 12-year-old boy took part in a vaccination drive organized by the local police in Muara Enim district. Health workers originally thought the boy’s name was a joke when they saw it in the appointment list, but their smiles turned to utter...

A South Florida home once owned by Bill Gates hit the market on Wednesday for $23.5 million. A limited liability company tied to Gates—Front Range Investment Holdings, LLC—bought the Jupiter Island property in 2009 for $5 million, according to Martin County records. In 2018, it sold at a loss for $4 million to businessman John Textor. Textor has long worked in the digital media industry, serving as the executive chairman of FuboTV from 2018 to 2020. He’s now the chairman of Eagle Football Holdings Limited, the leading shareholder of professional football clubs Botafogo in Rio de Janeiro, Crystal Palace F.C. in London, RWD Molenbeek in Brussels, and Olympique Lyonnais in...

Dhanin Chearavanont, senior chairman of the Charoen Pokphand (CP) Group, leads the list of Thailand’s richest people on on the Forbes magazine World’s Billionaires 2025 list, with a net worth of US$5.2 billion. Dhanin Chearavanont (Thai: ธนินท์ เจียรวนนท์; RTGS: Thanin Chiarawanon; born 19 April 1939), known in Chinese as Xie Guomin, or Chia Kok Min, is a Chinese-Thai billionaire businessman, based in Bangkok. He is the senior chairman of Charoen Pokphand, Thailand's largest private company. Dhanin is head of the Chearavanont family, which was ranked by Forbes Asia in 2017 as Asia's fourth-wealthiest family with a net worth of US$36.6...

Hong Kong actor Donnie Yen, 62, and his 44-year-old wife Cissy Wang share a sweet marriage marked by love and surprises. The couple, who have been together for 22 years, often share moments from their relationship on social media during holidays and anniversaries. On March 23, Yen surprised Wang by cheering her on as she performed a song at a party with friends. The special moment, where Yen presented Wang with flowers and kissed her, quickly captured the attention of fans. Over the years, Yen and Wang have opened up about their relationship. In an interview with Cosmo Bride, Yen shared that he loves surprising his wife with creative and uniquegifts, ensuring that each one is...

Started in 2021, a China-aided poverty alleviation project has transformed a formerly isolated and tranquil Tanorn village in Cambodia’s remote area into a modern one. Situated in Takeo province’s Bati district, approximately 60 km south of the capital, Phnom Penh, Tanorn village spans a total area of 72 hectares and is home to more than 130 households, comprising over 600 people. The tiny village, with limited access to roads, no clean water, no electricity, no school, and no health center, underwent a significant transformation when the China Foundation for Peace and Development funded a poverty alleviation project carried out by Cambodia’s Civil Society Alliance...

India will engage closely with Myanmar in rebuilding infrastructure and cultural landmarks devastated by the massive earthquake that left over 3,000 dead, India's envoy to the country said. India's Ambassador to Myanmar Abhay Thakur told PTI Videos on Thursday that iconic sites such as the Mahamuni Pagoda in Rakhine State, the Mandalay Palace, the U Bein Bridge in Mandalay on the Irrawaddy River, the National Museum and state buildings in Naypyidaw have suffered significant damage. "Myanmar will be looking for support and developmental assistance from India, and we will discuss and assess their needs. But I can certainly say that we will be very closely engaged with Myanmar in both the...

CRITICISING THE demolition of some houses by local authorities in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj in 2021 as “inhuman and illegal”, the Supreme Court on Tuesday said the “high-handed” manner in which this was done “shocks our conscience”. It directed the Prayagraj Development Authority to pay Rs 10 lakh each to those affected within six weeks. The bench of Justices A S Oka and Ujjal Bhuyan was hearing an appeal against the Allahabad High Court’s decision, on March 8, 2021, to dismiss a clutch of petitions against the demolitions carried out the previous day. The petitioners included a professor, a lawyer and three others. Saying that the...

A meticulously restored Georgian townhouse at 241 E. 48th St. has come up for sale — and beyond its many perks, it comes with coveted access to a rare oasis in Manhattan.Priced at $11.5 million, this 5,500-square-foot residence sits within the exclusive Turtle Bay Gardens, a historic enclave known for its lush, private communal garden — a lush hangout accessible only to the 20 surrounding homes.The property, a five-story masterpiece with a finished cellar, boasts a recent Landmarks-approved renovation and modern luxuries like a smart homesystem and elevator access, all while preserving its turn-of-the-century charm.   (The townhouse occupies 5,500 square feet.Travis...

A delicatessen shop  in Cannes, France, has been making headlines for its unusual name, “Ma Femme Est Une Cochonne” (My Wife Is a Sow).The word “sow” refers to an adult female pig, and in English, it can carry negative or demeaning connotations when used to describe a person.Opened in mid-January, the shop, founded by two food  enthusiasts, offers a variety of delicacies, including cold cuts and spirits, and while we’re sure their products are all excellent, many people are drawn by the name. “My wife is a sow” sounds more like an insult,  but the two male co-founders swear they have nothing against their spouses; in fact, both of...