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Experts are urging the UK government to introduce cigarette-style warning labels on bacon and ham, warning that chemicals used in their production can cause bowel cancer. The call comes 10 years after the World Health Organization (WHO) classified processed meat as carcinogenic to humans, in the same category as tobacco and asbestos. Despite this, scientists say the government has done “virtually nothing” to reduce public exposure to nitrites, which are used to cure and preserve meat and give it its pink colour. According to new analysis by the Coalition Against Nitrites, government inaction has led to an estimated 54,000 bowel…
Economic Concerns Mount Over Influx of Cheap Goods European manufacturers are sounding the alarm as a flood of low-priced Chinese products increasingly dominates local markets. The influx, accelerated after the United States tightened its trade restrictions, has redirected Chinese exports toward Europe and placed heavy strain on industries such as renewable energy, automotive parts, and consumer electronics. Industry associations warn that the trend could erode Europe’s production capacity and threaten thousands of jobs across the continent. Push for Brussels to Strengthen Trade Defenses Policymakers from several EU member states are urging the European Commission to adopt tougher measures against what…
US President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea on 30 October. The White House confirmed the high-level meeting, which will take place alongside a major Asian summit. Officials from both sides have been preparing the encounter for weeks, though rising tensions between Washington and Beijing almost jeopardized it. This will be their first face-to-face meeting since Trump returned to the White House. Trump recently threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Chinese imports starting in November if Beijing refuses to ease its new restrictions on rare earth exports. White House sets the stage for key…
Two Russian military aircraft entered Lithuania’s airspace on Thursday for 18 seconds, the Lithuanian military reported. The intruding aircraft, identified as a Su-30 fighter jet and an Il-78 refuelling tanker, crossed from Russia’s Kaliningrad region at around 1600 CET during a refuelling training mission. Spanish Eurofighter Typhoon jets from NATO’s Baltic Air Police immediately scrambled and began patrolling the area. Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda condemned the act in a post on X, calling it a “blatant breach of international law and territorial integrity.” He said in a video statement that Lithuania must respond firmly to the violation. Moscow has not…
The weight-loss drug semaglutide—the active ingredient in Wegovy—reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke even for people who lose little or no weight, according to a major international study published in The Lancet. Researchers from University College London (UCL) examined data from 17,604 adults aged 45 and over who were overweight or obese. Participants received either weekly semaglutide injections or a placebo across 41 countries. Results showed a 20% reduction in serious heart events, such as heart attacks, strokes, or deaths from heart disease, regardless of how much weight was lost. The study found that smaller waistlines, rather than…
Meta, parent of Facebook and Instagram, cut 600 jobs in its artificial intelligence division, US media reported. The company confirmed the layoffs on Wednesday while continuing to hire new employees for its superintelligence lab. FAIR and AI Infrastructure Teams Face Major Reductions Axios revealed the cuts impact Meta’s Fundamental AI Research (FAIR) unit, product-focused AI teams, and AI infrastructure groups. The newer TBD Lab remains untouched. Chief AI officer Alexandr Wang told employees in a memo that Meta encourages affected staff to seek other internal roles. Most are expected to secure new positions within the company. Wang wrote that smaller…
Bloc Extends Financial and Energy Restrictions on Moscow The European Union has approved its nineteenth round of sanctions against Russia, tightening control over trade, finance, and shipping sectors linked to the Kremlin. The measures broaden existing bans by targeting more Russian banks, energy firms, and transportation networks suspected of helping evade earlier restrictions. EU representatives said the expanded package strengthens enforcement efforts and aims to further reduce Moscow’s access to international markets. Europe to Cut Russian LNG Imports Within Two Years A central element of the new sanctions is a comprehensive ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports. The decision…
Tesla posted record revenue in its latest quarter but saw profits plunge. The company’s earnings were dragged down by higher tariffs, growing research costs, and fierce competition in the electric vehicle market. Record revenue fails to stop profit slide For the three months ending in September, Tesla reported $28 billion (£21 billion) in revenue, up 12% from last year. Despite this record figure, profits fell by 37%. Rising tariffs and increased research spending were the main reasons for the decline. Investors reacted with caution. Tesla’s shares dropped 3.8% in after-hours trading after the announcement. Still, the company’s market value remains…
Warner Bros. Discovery has launched a strategic review, sending positive signals to investors and market watchers. The company aims to explore growth opportunities and optimize its operations amid evolving media and entertainment trends. The announcement triggered optimism in the stock market, as investors anticipate that the review could lead to stronger financial performance and long-term strategic moves. Shares of Warner Bros. Discovery rose following the news, reflecting confidence in the company’s future direction. Industry analysts note that strategic reviews often involve evaluating asset portfolios, content offerings, and business units. For Warner Bros. Discovery, this could mean potential divestitures, acquisitions, or…
A major UK study has found that different antidepressants can produce strikingly different side effects, including weight changes, heart rate fluctuations, and variations in blood pressure. Researchers from King’s College London and the University of Oxford analysed data from 151 clinical trials involving more than 58,000 people taking 30 types of antidepressants. They discovered that some medications could cause up to 2kg of weight gain within two months, while others were linked to similar levels of weight loss. For example, patients on maprotiline gained about 2kg on average, while those taking agomelatine lost around 2.5kg. Nearly half of patients on…