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Tech Slide Sparks Broad Market Losses Wall Street retreated sharply on Thursday after shares in Alphabet fell more than 4%, dragging major US indexes lower and unsettling markets well beyond equities. The S&P 500 dropped 1.2%, marking its sixth decline in seven sessions since hitting a record high, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 606 points. The Nasdaq slid 1.5%, weighed down heavily by big tech. Alphabet’s decline came despite stronger-than-expected quarterly profits. Investors instead focused on the company’s warning that capital spending could surge to around $180 billion this year, far exceeding analysts’ forecasts. The news revived concerns…

Hidden-market sellers promote unlicensed weight-loss drugs through WhatsApp and Telegram giveaways.They offer injectable medicines such as retatrutide as competition prizes. The Guardian found groups using countdowns and peer sharing to pressure users.Experts warn these tactics pose serious health risks. None of the promoted drugs hold UK approval.Law allows weight-loss injections only with prescriptions from licensed providers. Some sellers disguise drug sales as fitness or coaching programmes.Researchers say these practices trivialise medical risks and bypass safeguards.

For two months, the US Department of Justice released millions of documents connected to Jeffrey Epstein. The files reveal years of alleged sex trafficking by the wealthy financier. President Donald Trump now urges Americans to move on. Washington, however, shows little sign of letting the story fade. Justice department completes its review Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the government review has concluded. Congress mandated the review through legislation passed in November. Blanche said prosecutors found no grounds for new criminal charges. He confirmed the files contain emails, photographs, and extensive correspondence. He added that material alone cannot justify prosecutions.…

Researchers argue ultra-processed foods should be regulated like cigarettes due to addiction risks and health harms.A study from Harvard, the University of Michigan, and Duke University found strong parallels with tobacco.They say UPFs are engineered to drive cravings and overconsumption through reward pathways.Marketing claims such as “low fat” were compared to historic cigarette healthwashing.The authors urged stricter regulation, shifting responsibility from consumers to food manufacturers.Some experts warned comparisons risk overreach but agreed stronger action is needed.

A trillion-euro space and AI giant emerges Elon Musk’s SpaceX has surged to a valuation of $1.25 trillion (€1.06tn) after merging with his artificial intelligence venture xAI, dramatically narrowing the gap with Tesla and reshaping the balance of his business empire. Tesla’s market value now sits at about $1.58 trillion (€1.34tn), only around a quarter higher than SpaceX’s latest private valuation. On paper, Musk now derives more of his personal wealth from rockets and satellites than from electric cars. The timing highlights a shift in momentum. Tesla stumbled at the start of 2026, with its shares down roughly 6% for…

Netflix faced tough questioning in Washington over its $82bn (£61bn) bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery. Lawmakers questioned whether the deal would benefit consumers or workers. Senators from both parties expressed concern during an antitrust hearing. Senators warn deal could weaken competition and raise prices Members of the Senate antitrust subcommittee said the merger could reduce competition across entertainment markets. Several senators warned subscription costs might increase. Others questioned whether cinemas could survive if regulators approve the merger. The Department of Justice is reviewing the proposed transaction. Approval would give Netflix control of Warner Bros film and television studios. The…

Toto Wolff dismissed rival claims about Mercedes’ 2026 engine legality.He insisted the power unit complies fully with regulations and FIA procedures.Wolff said rivals missed opportunities and should “get their shit together”.The row centres on engine compression ratios increasing under thermal expansion.Rivals Ferrari, Audi and Honda raised concerns with the FIA.Mercedes and Red Bull Racing deny any rule breach.Wolff accepted rivals may still protest after the Australian Grand Prix.

Conflicting Details Emerge From Zintan Libyan media outlets have reported that Saif al-Islam Gaddafi has been killed near the city of Zintan in western Libya. According to the reports, he was attacked and killed by four individuals, although no further details about the incident or the attackers were immediately available. Adviser and Lawyer Confirm Death The news was confirmed by Abdullah Othman, Saif al-Islam’s political adviser, who acknowledged the death in a brief Facebook post without elaborating on how it occurred or who was responsible. His French lawyer, Marcel Ceccaldi, also confirmed the killing to AFP, saying the identities of…

A new miniaturized ultrasound could make early breast cancer detection easier. The portable technology allows frequent screenings, helping identify tumors sooner and improving chances of successful treatment. Experts say this innovation could transform routine breast health checks. Traditional breast imaging, like mammograms, can be costly, time-consuming, or uncomfortable. The new portable ultrasound is small, easy to operate, and could be used more often, allowing earlier identification of abnormalities. Frequent monitoring may detect cancers at earlier stages when they are most treatable. The device works by sending sound waves into breast tissue to create images that highlight unusual growths. Its compact…

China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles amid growing safety concerns. The country becomes the first to prohibit the design. Regulators acted as electric vehicles face rising scrutiny worldwide. Several deadly accidents prompted action from authorities. Two fatal crashes in China involved electric cars made by Xiaomi. Investigators suspected power failures prevented passengers from opening the doors. Mechanical Door Access Required The new rules allow sales only for cars with mechanical door releases inside and outside. State media reported the full requirements. Authorities want to guarantee access during accidents and power failures. Regulators aim to prevent passengers from…