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Fatal Attack Reported Libyan media have confirmed that Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, was killed near the western city of Zintan. Reports indicate that four individuals were involved in the attack, though specific details about the incident have not yet emerged. Uncertainty Over Perpetrators Abdullah Othman, Gaddafi’s political adviser, confirmed the death on Facebook without revealing further information or naming those responsible. His French lawyer, Marcel Ceccaldi, told AFP that the identities of the attackers remain unknown. Ceccaldi added that a close associate had warned of security problems about ten days prior to the…
China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles because of safety concerns. The move makes China the first country to prohibit the design. Regulators acted as electric vehicles face growing scrutiny worldwide. Several deadly incidents increased pressure on safety authorities. Two fatal crashes in China involved electric cars produced by Xiaomi. Investigators suspected power failures blocked passengers from opening the doors. Safety Rules Target Emergency Situations The new regulations allow sales only for cars with mechanical door releases inside and outside. State media reported details of the decision. Authorities want to guarantee access during accidents and power failures. Regulators…
Scientists say cosmic dust may hold clues to how life began on Earth.University of Sydney researcher Linda Losurdo has recreated cosmic dust in a laboratory from scratch.Cosmic dust forms around dying stars and later reaches Earth as meteorites.The dust contains CHON molecules, key chemical building blocks of life.Losurdo used plasma physics to mimic star-like conditions inside a vacuum tube.The artificial dust matches infrared signatures seen in real meteorites.Researchers hope the work explains how organic matter arrived on early Earth.The study appears in the Astrophysical Journal of the American Astronomical Society.
Tariff Cuts and Trade Promises President Donald Trump revealed on Monday that tariffs on Indian goods will drop from 25% to 18% after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi allegedly agreed to reduce reliance on Russian oil. Trump also said India would begin eliminating import taxes on U.S. products and commit to purchasing $500 billion in American goods. Trump framed the move as a step toward ending the war in Ukraine, claiming that it would cut off funding for Russia’s invasion. Modi responded positively on X, calling the tariff reduction “delightful” and praising Trump’s leadership, though he did not confirm any…
Gold and silver prices fell hard as investors unwound positions built during months of market anxiety. Losses deepened on Monday after a violent reversal erased much of January’s gains. The move signalled a sharp shift in sentiment across global markets. In Asian trading on Monday, spot gold dropped more than nine percent to about $4,403 per ounce. Silver slid roughly 15 percent to below $72 per ounce. Investors had driven both metals to record highs earlier this year. Investor fears ease after central bank nomination Earlier rallies reflected deep concern about geopolitics and monetary policy stability. Investors also questioned the…
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply warned rising shipping costs could push up consumer prices in 2026.Procurement leaders reported growing supply chain disruption, calling it cracks in global trade.Shipping, logistics, and energy costs rose fastest, with 22% reporting double-digit increases.Computer, transport, and electrical equipment prices also climbed sharply.Manufacturers like Lenovo and Dell already raised prices late last year.CIPS said geopolitical tensions and tariffs, including policies linked to Donald Trump, fuel ongoing volatility.
Carlos Alcaraz delivered a gripping Australian Open final and completed a career Grand Slam at 22. He blocked Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of a record-setting 25th major title on tennis’s biggest stages. Alcaraz fell to the court after sealing a 2-6 6-2 6-3 7-5 victory. The Melbourne crowd sensed a turning point for the men’s game. Respect seals a historic night Djokovic reacted with dignity after the defeat. He climbed over the net and embraced Alcaraz as applause echoed around Rod Laver Arena. The Serbian icon also recognised the weight of the moment. He understands chances to reinforce his legacy now…
President Donald Trump announced that the United States has begun engaging with Cuban leaders, even as his administration intensifies pressure on the island by restricting critical oil supplies. Speaking to reporters Saturday night on his flight to Florida, Trump offered few details but said, “We’re starting to talk to Cuba.” Using Oil Cuts to Push Havana Trump indicated that recent US measures, including cutting off oil shipments from Venezuela and Mexico, are meant to force Cuba to the negotiating table. He suggested that the economic squeeze would make the Cuban government more willing to engage with Washington. Earlier this month,…
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned member states that the UN could run out of money by July if countries fail to pay their dues. He described the organisation’s current financial situation as critical, with hiring freezes and budget cutbacks already in place. Rising Unpaid Contributions Threaten Operations Guterres highlighted that chronic budget shortfalls are largely caused by some countries not paying their mandatory contributions in full or on time. By the end of 2025, the UN recorded around $1.6 billion in unpaid dues—more than double the previous year—even though over 150 member states had fulfilled their obligations. “The…
West Ham United banned season-ticket holder Joshua Wood for five games after he held an oversized protest banner.The banner urged owners David Sullivan and Karren Brady to sell the club.Wood displayed it during last weekend’s home match against Sunderland.The club cited a breach of stadium rules on banner size, not its message.Wood denied bringing the banner into the ground and plans to appeal.