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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy refused Vladimir Putin’s invitation to meet in Moscow, calling it unrealistic. Zelenskyy told ABC News that Ukraine faces daily missile attacks, making a trip to Moscow impossible. He insisted that Putin should travel to Kyiv for discussions instead. U.S. Pushes for Direct Talks U.S. President Donald Trump advocated in-person meetings between Zelenskyy and Putin. Trump sought bilateral or trilateral talks during his Alaska summit with Putin last month. He later stated that the leaders would meet after Zelenskyy visits Washington and consults European leaders. Moscow added new conditions and intensified attacks on Ukrainian cities, delaying any…
Max Verstappen set a blistering pace to claim pole at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, posting the fastest lap in F1 history with a 1:18.792 effort, averaging over 164mph. He edged out McLaren duo Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. The result marks a turnaround for Verstappen, who last year called his car an “undriveable monster” at Monza. Red Bull, under new principal Laurent Mekies after Christian Horner’s departure, will take confidence from the performance. Ferrari also impressed at their home race. Lewis Hamilton, making his Monza debut for the Scuderia, thrilled fans and qualified fifth behind teammate Charles Leclerc,…
Elon Musk, already the richest person on the planet, could become the first trillionaire. Tesla’s board revealed a historic compensation plan to ensure he stays focused as the company faces rising competition and market pressures. The plan builds on Musk’s previous package, which many doubted but Tesla exceeded ahead of schedule. The board now hopes to drive him toward even greater growth. Stock rewards tied to historic targets Musk could receive 423.7 million additional Tesla shares, valued at $143.5 billion today. He will earn them only if Tesla reaches an $8.5 trillion market capitalization. That is nearly eight times Tesla’s…
Regulators Cite Unfair Advantage The European Commission has imposed a €2.95 billion fine on Google, finding that the company misused its dominant role in digital advertising. Investigators said Google steered business toward its own ad exchange and publisher platforms, limiting competition and reducing options for advertisers and media organizations. 60-Day Window to Submit Remedies Brussels has instructed Google to present a corrective plan within 60 days. Authorities warned that insufficient proposals could lead to stricter interventions, including the possible separation of parts of Google’s advertising operations. Google confirmed it will appeal the ruling, maintaining that its tools support publishers and…
A new ultrasound “helmet” could provide a non-surgical alternative for treating Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions, including Tourette syndrome, Alzheimer’s, depression, chronic pain, and addiction. The device targets brain regions 1,000 times smaller than standard ultrasound and could replace deep brain stimulation (DBS), which requires electrodes to be implanted into the brain. The breakthrough system, detailed in Nature Communications, can hit areas 30 times smaller than previous ultrasound devices. The helmet, fitted with 256 sources and used inside an MRI scanner, was tested on seven volunteers, precisely directing ultrasound waves to a tiny region in the lateral geniculate nucleus…
Jaguar Land Rover has told staff to stay home until Tuesday while it deals with the fallout from a cyber attack. The weekend breach forced the automaker to shut down essential IT systems. That step disrupted both car sales and production. Factories in Halewood, Solihull, and Wolverhampton remain closed. Managers warn the shutdown could last longer while the situation is reviewed. production and sales disrupted Car sales have been heavily affected, though some transactions still went through, according to sources familiar with the matter. Jaguar Land Rover, owned by India’s Tata Motors, switched off systems on Sunday to limit potential…
Labour’s plan to end badger culling by 2029 could succeed but requires a major push on testing and vaccination, according to a government-commissioned report. Sir Charles Godfray, who authored the review, warned that ministers have only a “small chance” of meeting the current target to eradicate bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in England by 2038 without significant new investment. The disease costs taxpayers and farmers around £150m a year, and over 210,000 badgers have been culled since 2013. The report confirms that badgers can spread bTB to cattle but says culling is not the only option. It recommends non-lethal measures such as…
An electric streetcar derailed in Lisbon on Wednesday, killing at least 15 people and injuring 18 others. Portuguese television showed the yellow-and-white tram lying on its side along a narrow, steep city road. Rescuers found its roof and sides partially crushed as several dozen emergency workers rushed to the scene. The accident occurred around 6 pm, during the evening rush hour, local media reported. Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the crash. President Expresses Sympathy President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa extended condolences to the victims and their families, acknowledging the city’s shock and grief. Glória Funicular Serves Daily…
September 4, 2025 — Washington, D.C. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Secretary of Health and Human Services, faced a barrage of pointed questions Thursday in a Senate Finance Committee session. Senators scrutinized his stance on vaccines, his handling of leadership at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and his long history of contentious remarks on health policy. Immediate Confrontation From the start, the atmosphere was charged. Committee Chair Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) condemned Kennedy’s repeated questioning of vaccines, warning that it endangered lives. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) demanded his resignation outright, labeling him a threat to the nation’s well-being. Republican Senator…
Donald Trump has turned to the US Supreme Court to defend his tariff program. He seeks to reverse a ruling that struck down his broad trade duties as illegal. Clash over presidential authority The administration filed its petition on Wednesday night. It urges the court to quickly decide whether a president can impose tariffs without Congress. Last week, the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 7-4 against Trump. Judges said only Congress has the authority to set import duties. Billions at stake The case could disrupt Trump’s trade and foreign policy agenda. It may also force the US to return…
