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Russia launched 142 attack and decoy drones overnight against multiple Ukrainian cities, the Air Force confirmed on Telegram. Explosions shook Kherson, Odesa, Zaporizhzhia, and Dnipro as drones struck residential and infrastructure sites. Ukrainian forces destroyed 126 drones, while 16 hit 10 different locations, officials reported. Local media confirmed at least two deaths and 14 injuries in Kherson. Nine homes, medical and educational facilities, a gas station, an administrative building, and several vehicles suffered damage. Odesa Endures Energy Disruptions After Attack Odesa reported at least one injury, with the port city of Chornomorsk facing the heaviest destruction. District Governor Oleg Kiper…
Oscar Piastri strengthened his grip on the Formula 1 drivers’ title race with a flawless victory at the Dutch Grand Prix, while teammate and closest rival Lando Norris suffered a devastating retirement just seven laps from the finish. Piastri led confidently from pole to flag at Zandvoort, handling light rain and three safety-car restarts with trademark composure. The 24-year-old Australian’s win now gives him a 34-point advantage in the championship, a significant setback for Norris, who had started the weekend just nine points adrift. Norris’s title hopes took a crushing blow when his McLaren suffered an oil leak while running…
Beer drinking in Germany is declining, but alcohol-free varieties are becoming more popular than ever. Figures from the federal statistics office show sales of alcohol-free beer have risen by 109 percent since 2013. Meanwhile, overall beer sales are now at their lowest level in more than 30 years. For the first time, total sales fell below four billion liters in a six-month period. Between January and June 2025, breweries sold about 3.9 billion liters. That equals a drop of 6.3 percent, or 262 million liters, compared with the same period in 2024. breweries look for new appeal Erdinger brewery near…
A major US study has found that many 4- and 5-year-olds diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are prescribed medication far earlier than medical guidelines recommend. Experts advise that children in this age group should first undergo six months of behavioural therapy before starting drugs, but analysis of more than 9,700 cases revealed that 42% were given medication within a month of diagnosis. Only 14% received prescriptions after the recommended therapy-first approach. Researchers say the findings, published in JAMA Network Open, highlight concerns over treatment practices. “Starting ADHD treatment with a behavioural approach is beneficial,” said lead author Dr Yair Bannett…
Washington, August 30, 2025 — Senator Bernie Sanders has urged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to resign from his role as U.S. health secretary, warning that his leadership threatens public health across the nation. Sanders Condemns Kennedy’s Management In an op-ed for The New York Times, Sanders accused Kennedy of endangering the health of Americans and called for his immediate departure. He criticized the administration’s slogan, “Make America Healthy Again,” stating that Kennedy’s policies have undermined scientific authority and weakened public health agencies. Sanders pointed to the recent termination of CDC director Susan Monarez and the resignations of four senior CDC…
The Israeli military launched a new offensive on Friday, calling Gaza’s largest city a combat zone.Health officials reported 59 new deaths in 24 hours, raising the toll to 63,025.Aid groups and a church vowed to remain in Gaza City, refusing to abandon displaced civilians.Explosions and smoke rose across the border in southern Israel during the morning assault.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted Israel must crush Hamas’s infrastructure to prevent future attacks. Death Toll Rises Amid Worsening Hunger The Gaza Health Ministry confirmed 63,025 people killed since the war began nearly 23 months ago.Officials reported five more deaths from malnutrition within 24…
A US appeals court has ruled that most tariffs introduced by Donald Trump are illegal. The decision undermines one of his hallmark trade policies and sets up a fierce legal confrontation. The judgement affects Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs on dozens of nations. It also blocks levies imposed on China, Mexico and Canada. Court rejects presidential authority The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit issued a 7-4 decision. Judges said Trump’s tariffs were “invalid as contrary to law”. They dismissed his claim that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act allowed him to impose tariffs. The ruling stressed that tariff power…
Police say a 14-year-old boy admitted setting several wildfires in Portugal using matches.Officers revealed he traveled by scooter to forest areas before igniting flames.Investigators suspect he may have started fires in Seidões, Ardegão, and Arnozela. Police Link Fires to Anger and Isolation Authorities believe frustration over poor school results and social struggles fueled his actions.Police stated they have not ruled out his possible involvement with a group.Repeated wildfires in the same regions triggered the investigation by Braga Judicial Police. Case Moves to Prosecutor’s Office Investigators transferred the case to the Public Prosecutor, which will take it to Family and Children’s…
Groundbreaking research suggests the shingles vaccine may offer cardiovascular protection, reducing the risk of heart attacks and strokes by nearly 20%. A global systematic review and meta-analysis of 19 studies revealed that adults who received the jab had an 18% lower risk of stroke or heart attack, with a 16% reduction observed in people aged 50 and older. The study, to be presented at the European Society of Cardiology congress in Madrid, marks the first worldwide review to investigate this connection. Researchers believe the protective effect may be linked to preventing inflammation caused by shingles, which is a known factor…
The United States has ended a long-standing tariff exemption that supported global trade in low-cost goods. From Friday, imports worth $800 or less will no longer enter duty-free and will face stricter customs checks. The change will affect millions of packages daily. In 2023, nearly 1.4 billion parcels entered the US duty-free under the de minimis exemption, worth more than $64bn. Experts warn the shift will hit small businesses hardest. Shoppers should prepare for higher prices and fewer choices until markets adjust. “I’ve reached the point of acceptance, but when I first heard the news, I thought it might be…