Gum disease is one of the most common oral health problems, affecting millions of adults worldwide. Its progression can silently damage your gums, teeth, and even overall health. But how effective is gum disease treatment, and what steps should you take to ensure the best results? Understanding the treatment process and acting early is essential for preserving your oral health. Whether you are noticing bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, or gum sensitivity, timely intervention can make a huge difference. This article explores the effectiveness of various treatment options and the critical steps you should know to prevent further damage. Understanding…
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The Ugandan military has confirmed it is holding a Catholic priest who went missing nearly two weeks ago, accusing him of involvement in “violent subversive activities”. In a brief statement, the military said Father Deusdedit Ssekabira had been arrested, was in “lawful custody” and would be charged in court. The Catholic Diocese in the city of Masaka previously said Father Ssekabira was “kidnapped by men in Uganda Army uniform”. The church has not responded to the military’s accusations. As Uganda prepares to hold elections next month, it faces growing scrutiny from human rights groups over reports of enforced disappearances and…
Rob Reiner, the son of the legendary comedian Carl Reiner, was one of Hollywood’s best known filmmakers. As an actor, he became a household name on the 1970s sitcom All in the Family and later appeared as the father of Leonardo DiCaprio’s character in The Wolf of Wall Street. But it was as a director that he’ll be best remembered. He made a string of classic films across a range of genres, including the cult mockumentary This Is Spinal Tap, When Harry Met Sally and A Few Good Men, as well as The Princess Bride, Stand By Me and Misery.…
The Spanish government has fined property rentals giant Airbnb €64m (£56m) for advertising unlicensed apartments. It also said that some of the properties advertised in the popular tourist destination were banned from being rented. The fine, which cannot be appealed against, means Airbnb has to withdraw the adverts promoting unlicensed properties. The BBC has contacted Airbnb for comment. Spain, one of the top most visited countries in the world, has a buoyant tourism economy but that has fuelled concerns about unaffordable housing, as high demand from visitors raises the price of housing, pushing local people out of the market. “There…
Football superstar Lionel Messi wrapped up his three-day India tour in pollution-choked Delhi, after a chaotic opening in Kolkata. On Monday, thousands of fans gathered in a Delhi stadium to get a glimpse of the Argentina and Inter Miami forward. As Messi, accompanied by Inter Miami teammates Luis Suárez and Rodrigo De Paul, strolled the pitch – kicking balls into the stands, passing with a group of children and signing autographs – the crowd chanted his name. His flight to the Indian capital from Mumbai was delayed due to fog and poor visibility, local media reported, and his itinerary had…
Indian travellers now face tighter visa rules, higher medical costs abroad, frequent schedule changes, and the risk of lost baggage or documents. Overseas travel insurance gives Indian travellers a dependable safety net for unexpected problems abroad, combining financial protection with continuous assistance. This article outlines the main risks, how to select cover that fits your route and trip length, and the simple steps to use your policy confidently while you’re overseas. Shifts Every Indian Traveller Should Notice As rules, costs and schedules shift without notice, Indian travellers need overseas travel insurance as a core trip essential, one policy that cushions…
A team of detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Headquarters’ Serious Crime Unit (SCU), working hand in glove with officers from the Commission for University Education (CUE), Saturday brought the curtain down on a graduation ceremony organised by an unaccredited institution at Victory International Church, Changamwe, Mombasa County. Acting on intelligence reports of an illegal graduation in progress, the officers made their way to the venue and found the ceremony already underway, caps in the air, dreams in motion, before swiftly stopping it. When put to task, the organisers, directors and officials of Menorah Training Institute and Dominion…
Comedian and actress Amy Schumer has announced that she and her husband, chef Chris Fischer, are getting a divorce after seven years of marriage. The Trainwreck star said in a social media post on Friday, alongside a photo of the two of them on the subway, that they had made the “difficult decision” to split and will continue to focus on raising their son, who is six. “Amicable and all love and respect! Family forever,” she said. Schumer, 44, and Fischer, 45, have been married since February 2018 and welcomed their son the following year. Schumer also joked in the…
Former Lugari Member of Parliament Cyrus Jirongo will be buried at his Lumakanda home on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 his family m announced. The burial arrangements were confirmed on Sunday by a funeral committee chaired by former Westlands MP Fred Gumo, which addressed the media following a consultative meeting. Speaking on behalf of the committee, Senator Khaniri said the late Jirongo will be buried at his family homestead in Lumakanda, next to his parents. “We have constituted a committee to coordinate the funeral arrangements for our brother,” Senator Khaniri said. “We have agreed, tentatively, that the burial will take place…
Generating leads is only the first step in building a successful real estate business. Turning those leads into repeat clients and referrals requires a strategic approach that blends communication, personalization, and consistent follow-up. Partnering with a modern marketing services provider helps agents implement systems that keep clients engaged long after a transaction closes, creating a sustainable pipeline of referrals and repeat business. Understanding Client Lifecycles in Real Estate Every client goes through a journey: initial inquiry, property search or sale, transaction completion, and post-closing engagement. A digital marketing agency Orlando helps agents recognize these stages, ensuring timely communication and value…
Some outdoor moments stay with us long after they end, not because of what we did, but because of how the space felt. As daylight fades and activity slows, subtle elements begin to define the experience. Warmth becomes noticeable as temperatures drop, light shifts from functional to atmospheric, and stillness settles in once movement gives way to presence. These transitions often happen quietly, shaped by small, intentional choices in how an outdoor setting is prepared. It might be the way seating is arranged, the timing of when the lights come on, or the soft glow of a fire that anchors…
Two US soldiers and a US civilian interpreter have been killed in Syria in an ambush by an Islamic State gunman, the US Central Command has said. Officials said three other service members were injured in the attack, during which the gunman was “engaged and killed”. US President Donald Trump wrote on social media that it was “an ISIS attack” against the US and Syria and said there would be “a very serious retaliation”. The identities of those killed are being withheld for 24 hours until their next of kin have been informed, the US Central Command said. In a…
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said Rwanda’s actions in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo are “a clear violation of” the peace deal brokered by Donald Trump last week. In a post on X, he said the US would “take action to ensure promises made to the President are kept”, without going into details. Trump hailed the deal signed with great fanfare in Washington between DR Congo’s President Félix Tshisekedi and Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame as “historic” and “a great day for Africa, great day for the world”. But the M23 rebel group says it has “fully liberated” the…
Belarus freed 123 prisoners, including prominent opposition activist Maria Kolesnikova, after the US agreed to lift sanctions on the country. Nobel Peace Prize winner Ales Bialiatski is also among those who have been released following talks in Minsk with US President Donald Trump’s special envoy for Belarus, John Coale. The US has agreed to lift sanctions on potash, a key ingredient in fertiliser and an important export for Belarus, which is a close ally of Russia. Coale said: “As relations between the two countries normalise, more and more sanctions will be lifted.” Belarus’ president, Alexander Lukashenko, is not recognised as…
A billionaire investor keen on buying TikTok’s US operations has told the BBC he has been left in limbo as the latest deadline for the app’s sale looms. The US has repeatedly delayed the date by which the platform’s Chinese owner, Bytedance, must sell or be blocked for American users. US President Donald Trump appears poised to extend the deadline for a fifth time on Tuesday. “We’re just standing by and waiting to see what happens,” investor Frank McCourt told BBC News. “But if the moment arrives, we’re prepared to move forward… we’ve raised the capital to buy it -…