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Times of Oman
7 hours ago
- General
- Times of Oman
Oman's international line... When the phone rang to rescue the stranded in Iran
Amid the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, as fire was exchanged and tensions soared, hundreds of Arab and foreign nationals found themselves trapped in the heart of the crisis. Questions overwhelmed them, yet answers were nowhere in sight. Borders were sealed, flights grounded, and the sky loomed heavy with the fears of war. In such a moment, there was only one sound louder than the noise of uncertainty — the constant ringing of a phone. But this was no ordinary phone call. It carried with it a code that became a lifeline for those seeking safety: 00968. It was Oman's international line — not just a string of numbers, but a gateway to hope, a humanitarian window that opened when most others had shut. With its trademark calm and deeply rooted wisdom, the Sultanate of Oman moved into action — not driven by politics or profit, but by a profound sense of human duty. Relevant authorities worked tirelessly. Embassies and consulates coordinated. Response teams were mobilized around the clock. The result: dozens of stranded individuals were brought to safety in Muscat, and from there, onward to their home countries. Oman did not ask about nationalities, affiliations, or beliefs. It saw only people in need — and moved. At a time when the sounds of missiles filled the air, a quieter but more powerful voice rose above them — the voice of compassion, from a land long known for peace. Once again, Oman proved to the world that it is not only a haven of stability, but a beacon of human conscience. And so the line kept ringing — not to request help, but to offer it.
Yahoo
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
3 Birth Months With a Heart-of-Gold, According to Experts
3 Birth Months With a Heart-of-Gold, According to Experts originally appeared on Parade. One in a million, some people remain pure, loving, compassionate, and enduring in their unconditional love for humanity, despite how cold, dark, or cutthroat this world can be to us at times. With sunshine auras and kind eyes, experts share which three birth months will most likely preserve hearts of gold throughout their lifetimes, eager to spread healing, joy, and open-minded companionship. Read for the month you were born for pro insights. NEXT: Born on One of These 4 Dates? You're a Smart, Jack of All Trades Whether they're a humanitarian Aquarius focused on the objective evolution of humanity, or a sensitive, spiritual Pisces, eager to elevate their inner emotional world, February-born people are known for their attentive care. These people may express their affections, desires, or emotions in various ways, but in the end, a core value of unifying others motivates them to preserve heart-of-gold intentions. With innovative minds, intuitive instincts, and an ability to think outside the box, February birthdays provide clarity, healing, and a light in this dark world. READ: Which Stevie Nicks Song Matches You, Based on Zodiac Sign Those born in June are attuned to others' thoughts, feelings, and inner worlds. Whether they're communicative Gemini or an intuitive Cancer, these individuals remain aware of many situations' emotional and social undercurrents. Able to see things from multiple perspectives while holding their own allows them to be open-minded, dualistic, and versatile in their connections. Bringing people back to their inner truth, connecting opposing sides with love, is their specialty. June birthdays remain true to their hearts-of-gold more often than not, ensuring they can make a positive impact on the world. OTHER: Born on One of These 4 Dates? You're Wise Beyond Your Years October birthdays tend to be relationship-oriented. While some are Scorpios, appearing mysterious and reserved, others are Libras, charming, diplomatic, and sociable with almost anyone. Regardless of their star sign, those born during this transformative time of the year carry depth themselves. While they may be hard to read, under the surface, their hearts are vulnerable, tender, and easily impacted by hurt, harm, or sadness in their environment. To their core, healers wish to bring others back to their empowerment through compassionate shadow work, pointing out the wound that hinders their growth, much like those born during this month. 3 Birth Months With a Heart-of-Gold, According to Experts first appeared on Parade on Jun 20, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
CBS News
2 days ago
- Health
- CBS News
Bridgeville man and Sen. Devlin Robinson honored after saving delivery driver's life
A year after a single moment of crisis turned into a life-saving rescue, two men were reunited to share their story of compassion and heroism. The Southwestern Pennsylvania chapter of the American Red Cross held the 2025 Power of Red: A Celebration of Heroes on Wednesday at the Heinz History Center in the Strip District. Among the five awards presented to local honorees was the Community Impact Heroes Award to Mark Macala of Bridgeville and his neighbor, Pennsylvania state Sen. Devlin Robinson. The two worked together to help save Adonis Whitmer, a FedEx delivery driver, when he collapsed in Macala's front yard. "He just went blank and collapsed," said Macala when recalling the incident to KDKA-TV. "I kind of scrambled down off the steps and immediately called 911." Robinson was pulling into his driveway when he saw Macala helping Whitmer, who doctors say was in cardiac arrest. "He came over to help," said Macala of Robinson, who was absent from the event. "At that point, he basically punched Adonis in the chest. That got him to breathe, and it was a pretty cool move on his part. At that point, 911 got us to do CPR, so we started chest compressions." Moments later, first responders arrived and took Whitmer to the hospital. "I hadn't even met the guy," Macala said. "I didn't know his name. We were just kind of left in the dark, hoping this stranger was okay." After two days in the hospital, Whitmer woke up. "Even the doctors were really amazed how, pretty much, I was down for two days and I got up and started walking around," recalled Whitmer, who said the doctors referred to him as a "true miracle." " If it wasn't for them, the outcome would've been a whole lot different," Whitmer added. A year later, Whitmer says he's fully recovered, and he's been back to work for almost a month now. Since then, the three have developed a bond as friends, and they stay in contact for birthdays, holidays, and recently, commemorating the first anniversary of the day fate brought them together. "I texted him and said, 'Happy anniversary,'" Macala recounted. "'Glad you're upright.'"
CBS News
6 days ago
- Politics
- CBS News
Does Massachusetts GOP support Trump administration's immigration actions? Party chair weighs in.
Amy Carnevale, chair of the Massachusetts GOP provided a local perspective on immigration activity under the Trump administration, as well as local issues impacting state Republicans. Mass. Republican response to ICE actions Carnevale was asked if the Massachusetts Republican Party supports the deployment of National Guard troops and Marines to Los Angeles and other cities where protests against ICE arrests of immigrants are going on. "I do think it's clear that voters last November voted to enforce our immigration laws, and I think that's something that the Republicans generally, and Massachusetts Republicans, even, support," Carnevale said. "That being said, we certainly have compassion for those individuals who have entered into our country and into our state seeking a better life, and so we do think that they should be addressed in a compassionate manner. But that being said, they did break the law coming in, and a majority of Americans do feel that our laws should be enforced but done so in a compassionate way." Mass. GOP chair on Tufts immigration case A new Boston Globe/Suffolk University poll of voters (mostly in Massachusetts but also including New Hampshire and Rhode Island) found a 53%-41% majority opposing the Trump administration's drive to deport immigrants here illegally. When respondents were asked about the case of Rumeysa Ozturk, the Tufts graduate student here legally on a student visa who was arrested on the street by ICE agents and shipped out of state to spend 45 days in lockup without any charges filed or evidence presented other than she co authored a pro-Palestinian op-ed in the student newspaper, opposition was off the charts. A total of 70% of those polled disapproved of that, 58% strongly. "I think it's important to differentiate our federal enforcement of laws from Massachusetts Republicans and the issues we're focused on here in Massachusetts as elected officials and as Republicans in the party. We're really focused on economic issues here in Massachusetts and making our life better," Carnevale said. "We'll talk about things like the crisis in our shelters and the treatment of individuals in our shelters. So that's really been our focus as Massachusetts Republicans, more so than the deportation of individuals. ... You'll hear many Republicans say that they do believe in freedom of speech, but that being said, you know, when there's a fine line, when you have an individual who is here as a guest in the United States, if they're inciting violence, I think that's where the line should be drawn. And I think this poll shows that perhaps the administration went too far in this situation." Gov. Healey's tax proposals Carnevale sounded the alarm over recent proposals for new taxes by the Healey administration. "Thankfully, [they were] shot down by the Legislature, but nevertheless, [she was] proposing new taxes to cover the increase in expenses. And so at some point, we are seeing an outmigration of businesses in Massachusetts, and that's a real concern," Carnevale said. Carnevale also discussed the continuing cost of housing migrants here as well as a call from her predecessor as party chair for the ouster of the top-ranking Republican in the House. Steve Kerrigan, the chairman of the Massachusetts Democratic Party, joined WBZ-TV a week ago. You can watch that interview here. You can view the interview in its entirety here, and join us every Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. for more "Keller At Large" interviews with local politicians and policymakers.
Washington Post
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Washington Post
Protests, parades and Pride: One week in June 2025 is drawing stark American fault lines
WASHINGTON — On the first weekend: a vision of the nation built upon inclusivity and the tenets of liberalism — a conception of country that incorporates generations of fights for equity, for compassion, for expanding what it means to be an American. On the second weekend, in the same town: a public show of strength and nationalism constructed on a foundation of military might, law and order, a tour de force of force.
