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The Premier League has approved requests from Arsenal and Crystal Palace to move their league games on the weekend before their Carabao Cup quarter-final clash. Both sides were due to play on Sunday, 21 December, but Arsenal’s trip to Everton and Palace’s visit to Leeds United will now take place at 8pm on Saturday, 20 December. The adjustment gives both teams extra recovery time before they meet at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday, 23 December. Palace, who play KuPS in the Europa Conference League on 18 December, preferred the earlier league slot to avoid facing Arsenal just two days after…
The United States Senate has passed a critical funding bill that could end the nation’s longest government shutdown within days. The measure cleared the chamber late on Monday in a 60-40 vote, supported by nearly all Republicans and eight Democrats. The bill provides government funding through the end of January. The legislation now moves to the House of Representatives, which must approve it before President Donald Trump can sign it into law. Trump said earlier on Monday that he was ready to support the measure. The breakthrough followed intense weekend negotiations aimed at reopening federal agencies and returning employees to…
MicroVision has announced a strategic collaboration with a leading photonics partner to advance its solid-state lidar technology. The partnership focuses on developing long-range FMCW lidar sensors, enhancing MicroVision’s product roadmap for advanced safety and autonomy systems. Lidar technology, which uses laser light to measure distances and detect objects, is critical for autonomous vehicles, robotics, and other safety applications. The collaboration is expected to accelerate the commercialization of MicroVision’s next-generation sensors, offering improved range, accuracy, and reliability. Company executives say the partnership strengthens MicroVision’s position in the U.S. market for advanced sensing hardware. “This collaboration allows us to expand our capabilities…
Billions Flow Into European StartupsJapanese investors are intensifying their engagement with Europe’s technology landscape, channeling an estimated €33 billion into startups since 2019, according to a joint analysis by Dealroom and NordicNinja. The report highlights a steady movement of capital from Japan toward Europe’s innovation-driven sectors, reflecting investors’ growing appetite for global exposure and faster growth beyond domestic markets. The shift underscores Japan’s evolving investment strategy as it seeks to align with regions leading in scientific and technological breakthroughs. High-Tech Fields Capture Investor InterestDeep-tech enterprises specializing in robotics, quantum innovation, and advanced materials have become central targets for Japanese funding.…
A car exploded near New Delhi’s historic Red Fort on Monday, killing at least eight people and injuring several others. The blast triggered a massive fire that scorched multiple vehicles parked nearby. Police confirmed the casualties and launched an investigation into the cause. Officers cordoned off the area while emergency crews battled the blaze. Fire Crews Race to Control the Blaze Firefighters rushed to the scene after reports of an explosion near one of the Red Fort metro station gates. The city’s fire service deployed several engines to contain the flames and prevent further damage. Thick smoke filled the air…
New leader steps in amid challenging market conditionsDiageo, the world’s largest drinks company, has appointed former Tesco chief executive Sir Dave Lewis as its new boss. He will officially take over on 1 January, following the summer resignation of Debra Crew after two years at the helm. The move is part of the company’s effort to reverse falling sales and rebuild investor confidence. While Guinness continues to perform well, other brands in Diageo’s portfolio have struggled, pushing shares to a 10-year low. Following the announcement, shares rose 7% in early Monday trading. Major brands face pressure in key marketsDiageo owns…
Manchester City sent out a strong title message with a dominant 3-0 win over Liverpool, cutting Arsenal’s lead to four points. Despite Erling Haaland missing a controversial early penalty, he soon made amends with his 19th goal of the season. A deflected strike from Nico González made it 2-0 before Jérémy Doku sealed the result with a stunning curling finish after a dazzling performance on the left. Liverpool had a goal from Virgil van Dijk ruled out by VAR for offside, but City were superior throughout—faster, sharper, and far more clinical. The result marked Pep Guardiola’s 1,000th match as a…
Harry Kane scored a stoppage-time equaliser as Bayern Munich drew 2-2 at Union Berlin, avoiding their first defeat of the season and extending their unbeaten streak. Union led twice through Danilho Doekhi, with Luis Díaz briefly levelling for Bayern before Kane’s 13th league goal rescued a point. Bayern stay top on 28 points, six clear after RB Leipzig’s loss to Hoffenheim. “It wasn’t our best game, but we stayed focused,” Kane said. Elsewhere, Borussia Dortmund conceded a 97th-minute equaliser in a 1-1 draw at Hamburg, while in Italy Milan blew a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at Parma. Griezmann scored…
Iraqi security forces and displaced citizens began casting their ballots on Sunday ahead of the national parliamentary election. Around 1.3 million members of the army and police, along with 26,000 displaced people, qualified to vote early. A total of 7,744 candidates are contesting the election, most representing parties tied to sectarian affiliations. Voters will head to the polls on Tuesday to decide the next parliament. The results will determine whether Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani secures a second term as Iraq faces regional tension involving Israel, Iran, and shifting relations with the United States. Yazidis Cast Their Votes from Displacement…
A ferocious super typhoon has struck the Philippines, bringing violent winds and relentless rain. Authorities warn of “life-threatening conditions” as the storm sweeps across the country’s largest and most populated island. Bicol Region Faces the First Wave of Destruction Typhoon Fung Wong, carrying sustained winds of 185 km/h, is battering several provinces, according to the national weather bureau Pagasa. The eastern Bicol region was the first to experience its full force early Sunday morning. Luzon, the country’s main population center, is expected to face the heaviest impact by nightfall. Locally known as Uwan, Fung Wong follows only days after Typhoon…
