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Commission Accuses Company of Anti-Competitive Conduct The European Commission has penalized Google €2.95 billion, determining that the company exploited its dominant position in online advertising. Regulators said Google prioritized its own ad exchange and publisher platforms, limiting competition and narrowing options for advertisers and media organizations. 60-Day Deadline to Propose Changes Brussels has given Google two months to submit a plan to end the practices identified. Officials warned that if the proposals are deemed insufficient, stronger enforcement measures—including the possible separation of parts of Google’s advertising operations—could follow. Google stated it will appeal the ruling, insisting its tools provide benefits…
A new ultrasound “helmet” could transform the treatment of neurological conditions by offering a non-invasive alternative to deep brain stimulation, according to a study in Nature Communications. The device can precisely target brain regions up to 1,000 times smaller than standard ultrasound, potentially replacing the surgical implantation of electrodes currently used for Parkinson’s patients. Researchers from Oxford University and UCL tested the system on seven volunteers, directing ultrasound waves to the lateral geniculate nucleus. The pulses reached the tiny target with unprecedented accuracy and produced lasting effects in connected brain regions. Experts say similar targeting in motor control areas could…
Statement at Eastern Economic Forum Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a firm warning on Friday, stating that any European or Western soldiers entering Ukraine amid ongoing fighting would be regarded as legitimate targets by Russian forces.Speaking at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, he emphasized that Moscow views foreign troop deployments during active hostilities as a direct threat. Reaction to European Security Commitments The warning followed a Paris summit where French President Emmanuel Macron announced that 26 nations had pledged long-term security support for Ukraine.These pledges include financial aid, military training, and the possible formation of a multinational reassurance force…
Jaguar Land Rover has told staff to remain at home until Tuesday while it handles the impact of a cyber attack. The weekend breach forced the automaker to switch off crucial IT systems. That step disrupted both car sales and production. Plants in Halewood, Solihull, and Wolverhampton are idle. Managers warn the shutdown could last longer as the review continues. production and sales take a hit Car sales have been badly affected, though some deals still went through, according to people close to the matter. Jaguar Land Rover, owned by India’s Tata Motors, turned off systems on Sunday to contain…
An electric streetcar derailed in Lisbon on Wednesday, killing at least 15 people and injuring 18 more. Portuguese television showed the yellow-and-white tram lying on its side along a narrow, steep city road. Rescuers arrived quickly, finding its roof and sides partially crumpled. Dozens of emergency workers worked at the scene. Authorities and Leaders Respond President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa expressed condolences to families and victims affected by the crash. Local media reported authorities have not yet determined the cause of the accident. The derailment happened around 6 pm, at the start of the evening rush hour. Glória Funicular Remains…
Labour’s pledge to end the badger cull by 2029 can only succeed if the government adopts a Covid-style push on testing and vaccination, according to a new report. The review, led by Sir Charles Godfray, warns that ministers have only a “small chance” of eradicating bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in England by the current 2038 target without a major boost in funding and urgency. More than 210,000 badgers have been killed since culling began in 2013, with bTB costing taxpayers and the cattle industry an estimated £150m a year. Godfray stressed that badgers do spread the disease to cattle, but said…
Donald Trump has appealed to the US Supreme Court to defend his tariff program. He hopes the justices will overturn a ruling that struck down his sweeping trade duties as unlawful. Struggle over executive power The administration submitted its petition on Wednesday night. It asks the court to swiftly decide whether a president can impose tariffs without Congress. Last week, the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 7-4 against Trump. Judges said the authority to set import taxes belongs exclusively to Congress. Billions could be repaid The case threatens Trump’s trade and foreign policy goals. It could also require Washington…
Judge Orders Funding Reinstated A Massachusetts federal judge has overturned the Trump administration’s decision to revoke more than $2.2 billion in research support for Harvard University. Judge Allison Burroughs delivered the ruling on September 3, directing that the money be returned and barring officials from suspending it again. The freeze, in place since earlier this year, had left critical scientific and medical studies in limbo. Opinion Highlights Political Motives In her 84-page opinion, Burroughs found that the administration’s attempt to end the grants breached both constitutional protections and administrative law. She determined that the move stemmed from political conflicts tied…
The Lancashire Wildlife Trust (LWT) has begun a project to bring back three rare species once common on the region’s peat bogs: the large heath butterfly, bog bush cricket and white-faced darter dragonfly. These insects rely on lowland peatlands, 96% of which have been lost due to human activity. LWT has been restoring habitats by rebuilding water systems and replanting specialist vegetation, and is now seeking £20,000 to complete the effort. “These insects all play vital roles in the peatland ecosystem,” the trust said, noting their importance in pollination, decomposition, and controlling insect populations. Senior nature recovery officer Dr Matt…
Residents reported a black panther in Dupnitsa, prompting a police investigation and sparking social media jokes. The search for the feline continues. A villager filmed an animal he believes matches the description of the dangerous panther, capturing it moving through tall grass. Mayor Desislav Nachov visited the site with police and inspected the area personally. Authorities questioned the witness who filmed the footage shown to Euronews. Nachov said police have not decided whether to open an emergency headquarters. The witness described the animal as similar to a large dog. Dupnitsa sits 66 kilometres south of Sofia and near the Serbian…