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Comedian and actor Dave Coulier has announced that he is now in remission from tongue cancer. The news comes after a period of early detection, treatment, and recovery that Coulier says offers hope to others facing the disease. Coulier, best known for his role on the popular television show Full House, shared his journey publicly to raise awareness about cancer prevention and the importance of regular health checkups. He emphasized that catching the cancer early played a major role in his successful treatment. The actor underwent medical treatments that included surgery and ongoing monitoring. Doctors confirmed that his cancer is…
For two months, the US Department of Justice released millions of documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The files detail years of alleged sex trafficking by the wealthy financier. President Donald Trump now calls for the country to move on. Washington, however, shows little willingness to let the story fade. Justice department closes its review Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the government review has concluded. Congress mandated the review through legislation passed in November. Blanche said prosecutors found no grounds for new criminal charges. He confirmed the files include emails, photographs, and extensive correspondence. He added that the material alone…
Researchers say ultra-processed foods resemble cigarettes more than healthy food and need stricter regulation.A study from Harvard, Duke, and the University of Michigan said UPFs are engineered to drive addiction.They linked UPFs to widespread health harms similar to those caused by smoking.The findings appeared in Milbank Quarterly.UPFs include soft drinks, crisps, and packaged snacks made with industrial additives.Researchers criticised “health washing” claims like “low fat” or “sugar free”.They urged policies similar to tobacco control, including marketing limits and legal action.Experts warned action should shift responsibility from consumers to the food industry.
SpaceX-xAI Deal Redraws the Balance Elon Musk’s SpaceX has surged to a valuation of $1.25 trillion (€1.06tn) following its merger with artificial intelligence company xAI, bringing it strikingly close to Tesla’s market value and reshaping the hierarchy of Musk’s businesses. Tesla is currently valued at about $1.58 trillion (€1.34tn), just 26% higher than SpaceX’s latest private valuation. On paper, the shift means a larger share of Musk’s personal wealth is now tied to rockets and AI than to electric cars. The merger values SpaceX at $1 trillion (€847bn) and xAI at $250 billion (€212bn). It builds on last year’s deal…
Netflix struggled to convince US senators that its $82bn takeover of Warner Bros Discovery would benefit consumers, workers, and the industry. On Tuesday, the Senate antitrust subcommittee, including Democrats and Republicans, warned the merger could reduce competition, raise prices, and threaten cinemas. The Department of Justice now reviews the deal, which would give Netflix control of Warner Bros’ film and TV studios and the HBO Max streaming service. Rival bidder Paramount Skydance continues to push a competing offer. Senators’ questions highlighted bipartisan concern, while the DoJ retains the authority to approve or block the merger. Senators question impact on theatres…
Toto Wolff dismissed rival claims that Mercedes is exploiting loopholes in the 2026 engine rules.He insisted the power unit is legal and approved by the FIA.The dispute centres on engine compression ratios and alleged gains from thermal expansion.Audi, Ferrari and Honda raised concerns, but Wolff said rivals should “focus on themselves”.He warned protests could still follow after the season opener in Melbourne.
Conflicting Details Emerge From Western Libya Libyan media outlets have reported that Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed near the western city of Zintan. According to early reports, he was attacked and killed by four individuals, though no further details about the incident or the suspects have been made public. Adviser and Lawyer Confirm Death Abdullah Othman, a political adviser to Saif al-Islam, confirmed the death in a brief statement posted on Facebook. He did not provide information on how the killing took place or who was responsible. Saif al-Islam’s French lawyer,…
China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles amid serious safety concerns. The country becomes the first to prohibit the design. Regulators acted as electric vehicles face growing scrutiny worldwide. Several deadly accidents prompted the move. Two fatal crashes in China involved electric cars manufactured by Xiaomi. Investigators suspected power failures prevented passengers from opening the doors. Mechanical Door Access Is Now Required The new rules allow sales only for cars with mechanical door releases inside and outside. State media reported full details of the regulations. Authorities want to guarantee access during accidents and power failures. Regulators aim to…
Researchers recreated cosmic dust in a Sydney lab to study how life’s building blocks reached Earth.University of Sydney PhD candidate Linda Losurdo produced dust by mimicking dying stars.Cosmic dust carries organic CHON molecules, essential to life’s chemistry.Scientists debate whether these molecules formed on Earth or arrived via meteorites.Losurdo used plasma and star-like gases inside a vacuum chamber.The method reproduces dust with infrared signatures matching real space material.Experts say the work could advance research into early life formation.The study appeared in the Astrophysical Journal.
Trade Deal Tied to Russia Oil Break President Donald Trump said he plans to cut tariffs on Indian goods from 25% to 18% after Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to stop buying Russian oil. The announcement follows months of pressure from Washington, as India continued to purchase discounted crude from Russia despite Western efforts to choke off Moscow’s war funding after its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Trump also claimed India would slash import taxes on U.S. goods to zero and commit to buying $500bn worth of American products. Calling the move a step toward peace, Trump said targeting Russia’s oil…
