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Airlines are tightening safety rules around portable batteries after a dramatic onboard fire raised fresh concerns about the risks posed by power banks. Germany’s Lufthansa is now at the forefront of new restrictions in Europe, moving quickly to limit how and where these devices can be used on its aircraft. Lufthansa Tightens In-Flight Battery Use Lufthansa has introduced immediate changes to its onboard policy, banning passengers from charging power banks through seat-back entertainment systems or using them to recharge personal devices during flights. While power banks are still allowed in cabin baggage, the airline has reinforced existing rules that prohibit…
Last year, protein dominated fitness and diet trends. Recently, fibre has captured attention in wellness discussions. Most people still eat far too little fibre each day. Posts tagged #fibremaxxing and #fibermaxxing have reached over 150 million views on TikTok. Videos show chia seeds sprinkled on porridge. Nutritionists highlight kidney beans and chickpeas across social feeds. The NHS recommends adults eat 30g of fibre daily. In the UK, 96% fail to reach that target. Average intake remains around 16.4g per day. Women consume less fibre than men. Many nutrition experts welcome the growing focus. They say fibre finally receives the attention…
Brussels and capitals signal unity against pressure European leaders have moved quickly to present a united front after US President Donald Trump threatened to slap fresh tariffs on several European countries unless Denmark agrees to sell Greenland. The warning has been widely described in Europe as an unprecedented escalation that risks sparking a new trade war and further straining transatlantic relations. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Europe would stand firm, stressing that tariffs would only damage relations and push both sides toward a dangerous downward spiral. Leaders including France’s Emmanuel Macron and Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz echoed…
Nvidia suppliers have reportedly paused production after Chinese customs blocked shipments of the firm’s H200 AI chips, even though the processors were cleared for export by the United States. The move, reported by the Financial Times, has added fresh confusion to already strained US-China tech relations. Chinese officials have not explained whether the restriction is a formal ban or a temporary measure, but domestic tech firms were reportedly warned against buying the chips. The situation is further complicated by a US rule forcing the chips to pass through American testing facilities, triggering a 25% tariff. Analysts remain divided over whether…
Google has filed an appeal against a landmark antitrust ruling by a US district judge. The court found the company illegally held monopoly power in online search. Google said users choose its services voluntarily, not because they are forced. Lee-Anne Mulholland, vice president for regulatory affairs, responded to the August 2024 decision. She argued the ruling misrepresented why people rely on Google products. Company disputes court’s take on competition Google announced the appeal on Friday and criticised Judge Amit Mehta’s conclusions. The company said the ruling ignored rapid technological innovation. It also said the court underestimated competitive pressure from rivals.…
A controversial US-funded study on hepatitis B vaccines for newborns in Guinea-Bissau has been cancelled following widespread criticism over its ethics. The decision was confirmed by Yap Boum, a senior official at the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, who said the trial’s design raised serious concerns about withholding a proven, life-saving vaccine in a country with a high burden of hepatitis B. The $1.6m study, overseen by the US Department of Health and Human Services under Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, would have involved randomly denying some infants access to the vaccine. Critics compared the proposal to the…
Washington signals military option The United States has issued a stark warning to Iran, saying military intervention remains a possibility if authorities continue using lethal force against protesters. Speaking at an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council, US Ambassador Mike Waltz said President Donald Trump is prepared to act if the crackdown persists. Waltz told the council that Trump is “a man of action,” stressing that all options remain available to stop what he described as the killing of civilians. While the warning raised fears of escalation, Trump later suggested the violence may be easing, hinting at a potential…
India’s aviation regulator launched an investigation after an Air India aircraft ingested a cargo container while taxiing at Delhi airport. No passengers or crew members were injured. The right engine suffered significant damage, and Air India grounded the aircraft for inspection and repairs. Flight returned after unexpected airspace closure The Airbus A350 was flying to New York before returning to Delhi shortly after take-off. Iran temporarily closed its airspace, forcing airlines to reroute flights. The aircraft landed safely on Thursday morning. After landing, it left the runway and taxied toward the parking bay with passengers onboard. Dense fog limited visibility…
European troops have begun arriving in Greenland as tensions persist between Washington and Copenhagen over the future of the strategically important Arctic island, despite diplomatic talks failing to bridge deep divisions. European Forces Move In as Washington Stands Firm Military personnel from several European countries, including France, Germany, Sweden and Norway, have landed in Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, as part of a reconnaissance and training mission coordinated with Denmark. The deployments are framed by European governments as a response to rising security concerns in the Arctic, particularly linked to Russian and Chinese activity in the region. The White House, however, has…
West Ham United are willing to sell Lucas Paquetá this month only if the deal includes a loan back for the rest of the season, a condition Flamengo are resisting. Flamengo had an opening €35m bid rejected and may raise it to around €40m, but believe they could buy Paquetá more cheaply in the summer without agreeing to a loan. Paquetá wants to return to Brazil after a difficult spell in England, following an FA investigation that ended last year but derailed a move to Manchester City. West Ham, however, fear losing him during a relegation fight, sitting seven points…
