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BBC News
2 hours ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Jabeur to step back from tennis for own wellbeing
Ons Jabeur has said she is to take a "step back" from tennis for her own WTA announced, external on Thursday that the Tunisian had withdrawn from the upcoming Montreal Open and added that the 30-year-old was "the only player in the top 99 who has not entered next month's US Open"."For the past two years I've been pushing myself so hard, fighting through injuries and facing many other challenges," wrote Jabeur in a social media post."But, deep down, I haven't felt happy on court for some time now."Tennis is such a beautiful sport. But right now I feel it's time to take a step back and finally put myself first: to breathe, to heal, and to rediscover the joy of simply living."Jabeur has been as high as number two in the women's rankings but has now dropped to 71st in the world.A two-time Wimbledon runner-up, she retired from her first round match at the All England Club this year as she struggled on the tournament's hottest ever opening her Wimbeldon exit, Jabeur said: "I'm pretty sad, it really doesn't really help with my confidence and what I keep pushing myself to do, even though it has been a very tough season for me."She added that she would rest and just "try to disconnect a little bit from tennis" and spend some time with her family.
Forbes
4 hours ago
- Forbes
Travel Week 2025: The Forbes Vetted Getaway Guide
W ith busy schedules and the constant demands of work and life, it's harder than ever to find time to fully unplug. Still, according to recent research from the University of Georgia, taking a vacation is not only more beneficial to your health and well-being than previously thought, but the positive effects of time off last much longer than your hotel reservation. That's why we assembled the Forbes Vetted Getaway Guide, your trusted resource for quick-yet-satisfying trip ideas that will help you unwind without using all of your PTO days. Each destination below has been handpicked by our frequent-flyer editors as either a relaxing location that you can soak in over a few days or a must-see city that can be easily reached with a direct flight. For those looking to dig their toes in the sand, we've got top-rated beach retreats and luxurious all-inclusives in the Caribbean and Mexico, plus easy-to-reach U.S. coastal towns with tons of character. Mountainous hot spots, like Aspen and Jackson Hole, offer a uniquely calm and scenic vibe to help city dwellers escape the gridlock and connect with nature. And European trips to beloved places like Rome and Mallorca are perfect for travelers looking for spontaneous adventure and late-in-the-game deals. Once your stay is booked, check out our picks for the very best luggage and travel accessories to efficiently prep for your trip, from carry-ons and weekender totes to crossbody bags that will keep your essentials close. And don't miss the genius packing guides featuring practical tips and in-flight necessities, recommended by seasoned jet-setters like Shay Mitchell, Neil Patrick Harris and our very own globe-trotting senior travel editor, who has stamped her passport in more than 40 countries. CREDITS Editing: Astrid Taran, Kim Peiffer, Jennifer Ferrise
UAE Moments
5 hours ago
- Health
- UAE Moments
Your Health Horoscope for July 17, 2025
Each zodiac sign is linked to a part of our body and can reveal valuable information about how celestial forces influence our well-being. Discover your daily health horoscope based on your zodiac sign. Aries Health Horoscope How much time do you give yourself to focus on your own healing? Do you feel that you are balanced and spiritually-nourished at this time? Today brings the chance for grounding and acknowledging areas where you feel unbalanced. The crystal azurite brings peace and grounding to you. Meditating with this crystal can bring you a sense of peace and relaxation, as well as greater clarity and understanding with thoughts that may be piquing your curiosity. Taurus Health Horoscope At times you may feel frustrated and that things are going at a slow pace. Today brings the chance to find grounding in areas where you may feel confused or concerned. Are you getting enough nutrients in your diet? If you have been craving sugary things or processed foods, taking time to rebalance yourself can work wonders. Remember, opportunities are on the way and this will give you a new burst of motivation. For now, seeking calm and balance is important as you navigate the way forward. Gemini Health Horoscope This is a time for deeper awareness and understanding of your inner self. Let your heart lead the way. If you have been feeling out of balance, today's energy brings the chance for grounding and deeper contemplation. You are able to see things from new perspectives, reaching spiritual heights that may come out of the blue. Go with the flow, trust yourself and believe that you are on the right track, because you are. Cancer Health Horoscope This is a powerful time for self-care and management of your inner balance. If you have been feeling at odds with yourself, today brings a greater sense of grounding. In what ways can you implement new ideas that can bring you a sense of inner peace? Taking some time out to go inwards and explore your emotions is important. Don't let anyone interfere with your peace. Your peace is your own. It is important to set personal boundaries. Leo Health Horoscope Visualizing a white shield of protection to protect you from negative energy is important at this time. There are intense energies at play and it can be too easy for another's negative energy to affect your space. Visualizing white light surrounding you helps to keep you in a state of calm and balance. When others try to pull you under, just envision yourself rising upwards in your protective bubble. Your peace and well-being is essential at this time. Virgo Health Horoscope Keeping a good balance between your physical and spiritual worlds can be daunting but if anyone can do it, you can. You have a strong sense of knowing which helps you navigate challenges. Your intuition is your best friend. Trust it. When stress starts to creep up, engage in activities that bring you a sense of joy and calm. Exploring healthy recipes, workouts, and sound baths can all be wonderful ways for you to find harmony. Libra Health Horoscope Your higher self calls to you and encourages you to find balance within yourself and the world around you. If you have been feeling out of balance within, now is the time to find that balance. Don't push yourself to the point of emotional strain. Taking care of your emotions is crucial to your overall well-being. Journaling your feelings helps you to make sense of them. You may feel drawn to have a heart to heart discussion with another. Go with what your intuition tells you. Scorpio Health Horoscope You are encouraged to pay attention to your physical health. Ask yourself, have you been pushing yourself too hard? This is a great time for balancing yourself and acknowledging areas of your life where you are feeling out of balance. Earthing is a wonderful way for you to replenish yourself. It helps to heal you and bring you a greater sense of contentment. Trust in yourself and follow the power of your intuitive wisdom. Sagittarius Health Horoscope Sometimes you feel like you just need to take a break from it all. Today may be that day. Give yourself the necessary relaxation time that you deserve. When you prioritize your well-being, you bring your inner being the joy and balance that it needs. Spending time nature bathing is a wonderful way to find balance and harmony. Trust yourself and follow your instincts. Your intuition guides you down the right path. Capricorn Health Horoscope You may feel a little out of balance but today is about finding that balance and giving yourself the space you need to heal. There are inner wounds which you may have had to face and now is the time to start afresh. It has not been an easy time for you but you have learned so much. Now is the time to replenish and renew. Follow the wisdom of your inner being and know that you are on the right track. Aquarius Health Horoscope Your intuition is especially powerful at this time. Now is the time to truly go inwards and listen to your inner wisdom. When you trust your intuition, you open up doors which provide ample opportunity for you. Taking time to balance yourself with breathing exercise and meditation sessions are fantastic ways to renew yourself. Inner balance brings clarity. Trust in yourself and let your intuition be your guide. Pisces Health Horoscope Taking care of your mental and physical well-being is so important during this powerful lunar energy. You are likely to be feeling the effects of powerful energies. If you have been experiencing a lack of balance, it is important to take time out. Grounding yourself in the earth is one way of balancing yourself and can be a fabulous way to bring enlightening to you also. Good things are coming to you so practice positive thinking and remember that perspective is everything.
BBC News
5 hours ago
- General
- BBC News
East Hunsbury Primary named 'Kindest in the UK'
A school crowned the kindest in the UK by a national charity has been invited to Hunsbury Primary in Northampton, which has 450 pupils, has been given the Kind School Award for its efforts in promoting kindness by the charity 52 achievement was raised in the House of Commons by Labour Northampton South MP, Mike response, Leader of House Lucy Powell invited the school's kindness ambassadors to meet her and other MPs to "share a bit more kindness across the house". The school's designated kindness ambassadors are pupils who focus on supporting the wellbeing of their are also regular wellbeing sessions at the primary told the Commons about the award and asked Powell and other MPs to join him in "commending the school, Kelly Roberts the mental health lead, but particularly all the students who put themselves forward to be kindness ambassadors".He added that MPs in the Commons "online and in the press could be a bit more like East Hunsbury Primary and always act with kindness".Powell congratulated the school and then extended her invitation to the school to come to Westminster. Ms Roberts told BBC Radio Northampton's Annabel Amos it was "exciting" to be invited to parliament and the school would take up the offer."Give me a date, we'll get them on the minibus and we'll come down and we'll show the MPs how to be a little bit more kind to each other, I think the world needs it," she said."We're so proud of all of young people but it's very much a team effort."It's our entire school community, our parents, our local community, the staff [and] the children, everybody makes it such a wonderful place."On its website, the school said the judges had revealed that reading their award submission was "a genuine joy"."You could sense a school where kindness isn't an act but a rhythm, pulsing through every relationship," the judge said. "Children, staff, families, and the local community - all bound by a quiet, powerful commitment to care. East Hunsbury isn't just teaching kindness. They're living it." Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Entrepreneur
a day ago
- Business
- Entrepreneur
ASICS and Saudi Sports for All Federation Launch Startup Competition in Saudi to Boost Digital Sports Ecosystem
Targeting startups that combine technology with fitness, the program invites Saudi-based innovators to propose digital solutions that inspire movement and enhance wellbeing. You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Global sportswear brand ASICS and the Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) announced the launch of its inaugural startup pitch competition in Saudi Arabia, a strategic initiative designed to foster digital innovation in sports and physical wellbeing. The program is being implemented as part of the Kingdom's ongoing efforts to promote active lifestyles in line with Vision 2030. Targeting startups that combine technology with fitness, the program invites Saudi-based innovators to propose digital solutions that inspire movement and enhance wellbeing. Applications are open from June 16 to July 31, 2025, with finalists set to pitch their ideas live in Riyadh on November 2. To be eligible, startups must be at least two years old, offer a market-ready product or service, and be registered or based primarily in Saudi Arabia. ASICS and SFA will select six finalists, who will receive mentorship and strategic exposure to global ASICS teams in research, development, and marketing. Travel and accommodation for pitch day will be provided for two delegates per team. The top three startups will be awarded collaboration opportunities with ASICS, with the winner potentially receiving investment and long-term partnership support through ASICS Ventures. This marks the first time ASICS has hosted an open innovation platform in the Kingdom, underscoring its growing presence in the region. The company opened its first retail store in Riyadh in 2023, and has since partnered with national running events, including the Riyadh Marathon. Global investor and Saudi Prince, Khaled bin Alwaleed, is the President of the SFA. "This program aims to unlock new digital solutions that empower more people in Saudi Arabia to move for their health and happiness," ASICS stated on the competition website. "It reflects our philosophy: A Sound Mind in a Sound Body." The initiative supports Vision 2030's goal to increase weekly physical activity by leveraging innovation to build a more active and health-conscious society. Startups can apply via the official ASICS Innovation Pitch website before the July 31 deadline.
