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A Decade of Innovation Stagnation at Apple: The Cook Era Critique
Tim Cook turned Apple into a 'poor company with money'—overflowing with cash yet delivering almost no real innovation.
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The Golden Rule when you're learning a new skill
"Instead of organic carrots having to be called organic carrots, maybe they could just be called carrots, and carrots grown with chemicals could be called chemical carrots?"
Some random football skills that are jaw-dropping
"THE BRITISH STATE ARE MORE WILLING TO IMPRISON SOMEBODY FOR A SOCIAL MEDIA POST THAN A RAPE"
Rupert Lowe SCATHING ATTACK on state of policing in the UK
UK-born political commentator Jade Warwick delivers a stark warning at today's “Americans Against Islamification” protest in Dearborn, MI.
Tesco selling “Not Christmas Trees”, calling them Evergreen, not Christmas
President Donald Trump Hosts Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at White House to Seal Major Defence and Investment Deals
On his first visit to Washington in over seven years, the Saudi heir signs agreements including an anticipated F-35 sale and multi-billion-dollar U.S. investments
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Google CEO Warns That No Tech Giant Is Safe if the AI Boom Turns Into a Bubble
Sundar Pichai says the global surge in artificial-intelligence investment contains irrational elements and could expose every company, including Google, to risk.
“Not Just One, but Thirty” — The U.S. Blind-Box Toy Frenzy Driven by Labubu Mania
Following the viral scarcity of Labubu figures, major U.S. toy makers and retailers are racing into mystery-box formats ahead of the holiday season
The Internet Is Drowning in Falsehood — Can It Be Rescued?
The internet, once hailed as a democratizing space for free expression and open access, is now facing a profound crisis of credibility. Experts warn that misinformation, bots and deep-fake content are eroding trust in all what we see online
Major Internet Disruption as Cloudflare Outage Halts Services Worldwide
Widespread failures at web-infrastructure provider bring down major apps and sites; company attributes crash to internal configuration error, not attack. Security experts say the outage underscores a broader vulnerability in the internet...
The EU must return to its roots: our Union can only stand on the foundation of sovereign nations
The current model is failing, driven by a Brusselian push for an empire no one asked for. Hungary will never give up its sovereignty; we want cooperation, not a United States of Europe
Home fitness apparatus, 1956.
AI is making fun of stupid Europe
This is how much a laptop cost in 1989
Edward Snowden’s Warning on Surveillance Infrastructure Gains New Resonance
Whistle-blower flags risk of AI-driven state scoring systems—analysts now see echoes in China and beyond.
There are only a few countries in Europe that haven’t sold out to the Globalists
Poland, Hungary, Slovakia & Serbia mostly.
Zelensky signs a deal for 100 Rafale jets from France, paid by French taxpayers
Afghans in Paris are doing a bit of what France and its allies did in Afghanistan for twenty-five years
Intel launches legal action after alleged theft of 18,000 'Top Secret' files by engineer
Chipmaker sues former employee Jinfeng Luo, accusing him of stealing classified design and source code materials before disappearing
AI Researchers Claim Human-Level General Intelligence Is Already Here
Leading AI pioneers say machines now demonstrate human-equivalent capabilities in multiple domains, redefining the debate over artificial general intelligence.
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Tragedy in Serbia: Coach Mladen Žižović Collapses During Match and Dies at 44
Bosnian-born head coach of Radnički 1923 collapsed during a Serbian SuperLiga match and was pronounced dead after being rushed to hospital.
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A Boost for Europe’s Right: Czech Billionaire Forms Coalition with Pro-Russia Parties
Former Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš has announced a coalition with two populist parties — one opposing NATO and another rejecting EU green reforms — as he prepares to return to power.
“This Is Not Streamlining, It’s a Crime”: The Decision That Sparked Outrage and Protest Across Greece
Greece’s postal service announced the closure of 204 branches—nearly half of all offices—triggering public anger, especially on remote islands where post offices serve as vital community lifelines.
French Authorities Probe Shein Over Sale of Child-Like Sex Dolls Ahead of Paris Store Launch
France’s consumer watchdog found allegedly child-like sex dolls on Shein’s marketplace, prompting investigations and threats to block the company’s French operations.
Kim Kardashian Blames ChatGPT for Failing Her Law Exams: ‘I’ll Get Mad and I’ll Yell at It’
The reality star admitted that using the AI chatbot ChatGPT for legal study advice led to repeated exam failures.
Sam Altman Announces: GPT-6 Will Be Called '6-7' – and the Internet Lost It
After disappointment over GPT-5, the OpenAI CEO reignited debate with a cryptic viral post referencing Gen Alpha slang.
Wilt Chamberlain’s One-of-a-Kind ‘Searcher 1’ Supercar Heads to Auction
The NBA icon’s bespoke 1986 supercar—engineered to fit his 7′1″ frame—carries a pre-sale estimate of $300K-$500K at Julien’s Auctions.
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Trump–Putin Budapest Summit Cancelled After Moscow Memo Raises Conditions for Ukraine Talks
Planned meeting on Ukraine war shelved as Russia presents rigid demands and Washington calls off high-level negotiations
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Russia’s President Putin Declares Burevestnik Nuclear Cruise Missile Ready for Deployment
Vladimir Putin orders armed forces to prepare the 9M730 Burevestnik — dubbed ‘invincible’ — following a claimed successful test
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Francis Ford Coppola Auctions Luxury Watches After Self-Financed Film Flop
Legendary director sells seven rare timepieces to offset losses from his epic sci-fi film “Megalopolis”
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Convicted Sex Offender Mistakenly Freed by UK Prison Service Arrested in London
Ethiopian asylum seeker Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu, jailed last month for sexual assaults, recaptured after being wrongly released from Chelmsford Prison
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Two Arrested in Paris After Daring Heist at the Louvre
Two men known to police detained in connection with the theft of eight crown-jewellery pieces from the Musée du Louvre, valued at over one hundred million dollars
Woman in France sentenced to life in prison for rape, torture and murder of 12-year-old girl in Paris
A woman who raped, tortured and murdered a 12-year-old girl in Paris three years ago was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Friday
Swift Heist at the Louvre Sees Eight French Crown Jewels Stolen in Under Seven Minutes
A professionally orchestrated daylight robbery at the Louvre museum extracts heritage-priceless jewels while raising urgent questions over museum security
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Steve Bannon Declares Donald Trump Will Secure Third Term in 2028
Former strategist says there is a plan to keep Trump on the ballot despite constitutional limits
Graham Potter Begins New Chapter as Sweden Head Coach on Short-Term Deal
English manager returns to Scandinavian football roots to steer Sweden’s World Cup campaign amid qualification crisis
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Italy’s Christmas Destinations Promise Festive Charm and Tradition
From Rome to the Dolomites, travelers can experience seasonal magic across the country.
Italy Eyes Deployment of World’s First Nuclear-Powered Carrier for 6th-Generation Fighters
Defense initiative marks a leap in maritime technology and European naval capability.
King Charles and Queen Camilla Begin Historic Visit to Italy and the Vatican
Royal couple to meet Pope Francis in landmark moment for UK–Vatican relations.
Italy Seeks EU Clarification on ‘Golden Power’ Investigations
Government questions scope of European Commission’s review into national investment protections.
Italian Goalkeeper Donnarumma Told He Needs National Glory to Win Ballon d’Or
Critics say success with Italy remains essential to achieving football’s top individual honor.
‘Italian Sounding’ Campaign Promotes Cultural Diplomacy and Authenticity Abroad
New initiative uses soft power to protect Italy’s image and global brand identity.
Utah Tour Companies Offer Discounts on Italy’s Top Cultural Destinations
Travel experts highlight affordable packages to experience Rome, Florence, and Venice.
Mount Vesuvius Closes to Tourists Amid Ongoing Wildfire Threat
Authorities shut down access to protect visitors as firefighters battle blazes near Naples.
‘Frightening’ First Night in Prison for Sarkozy: Inmates Riot and Shout ‘Little Nicolas’
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy began serving a five-year prison sentence for allegedly receiving campaign funds from Muammar Gaddafi’s regime. His first night was marked by inmate jeers, security concerns, and reports of sleeple...
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White House Announces No Imminent Summit Between Trump and Putin
Planned meeting in Budapest postponed after Moscow rejects front-line cease-fire deal in Ukraine
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A Decade of Innovation Stagnation at Apple: The Cook Era Critique
President Donald Trump Hosts Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at White House to Seal Major Defence and Investment Deals
AI Researchers Claim Human-Level General Intelligence Is Already Here
Tragedy in Serbia: Coach Mladen Žižović Collapses During Match and Dies at 44
Wilt Chamberlain’s One-of-a-Kind ‘Searcher 1’ Supercar Heads to Auction
Trump–Putin Budapest Summit Cancelled After Moscow Memo Raises Conditions for Ukraine Talks
Russia’s President Putin Declares Burevestnik Nuclear Cruise Missile Ready for Deployment
Francis Ford Coppola Auctions Luxury Watches After Self-Financed Film Flop
Convicted Sex Offender Mistakenly Freed by UK Prison Service Arrested in London
Swift Heist at the Louvre Sees Eight French Crown Jewels Stolen in Under Seven Minutes
Graham Potter Begins New Chapter as Sweden Head Coach on Short-Term Deal
‘Frightening’ First Night in Prison for Sarkozy: Inmates Riot and Shout ‘Little Nicolas’
White House Announces No Imminent Summit Between Trump and Putin
China Presses Netherlands to “properly” Resolve the Nexperia Seizure as Supply Chain Risks Grow
US and Qatar Warn EU of Trade and Energy Risks from Tough Climate Regulation
Merz Attacks Migrants, Sparks Uproar, and Refuses to Apologize: “Ask Your Daughters”
Apple Challenges EU Digital Markets Act Crackdown in Landmark Court Battle
This Is How the 'Heist of the Century' Was Carried Out at the Louvre in Seven Minutes: France Humiliated as Crown with 2,000 Diamonds Vanishes
France’s Wealthy Shift Billions to Luxembourg and Switzerland Amid Tax and Political Turmoil
‘No Kings’ Protests Inflate Numbers — But History Shows Nations Collapse Without Strong Executive Power
S&P Downgrades France’s Credit Rating, Citing Soaring Debt and Political Instability
"The Tsunami Is Coming, and It’s Massive": The World’s Richest Man Unveils a New AI Vision
Dramatic Development in the Death of 'Mango' Founder: Billionaire's Son Suspected of Murder
Two Years of Darkness: The Harrowing Testimonies of Israeli Hostages Emerging From Gaza Captivity
EU Moves to Use Frozen Russian Assets to Buy U.S. Weapons for Ukraine
Europe Emerges as the Biggest Casualty in U.S.-China Rare Earth Rivalry
“Firepower” Promised for Ukraine as NATO Ministers Meet — But U.S. Tomahawks Remain Undecided
The Sydney Sweeney and Jeans Storm: “The Outcome Surpassed Our Wildest Dreams”
AI and Cybersecurity at Forefront as GITEX Global 2025 Kicks Off in Dubai
Ex-Microsoft Engineer Confirms Famous Windows XP Key Was Leaked Corporate License, Not a Hack
China’s lesson for the US: it takes more than chips to win the AI race
French Political Turmoil Elevates Marine Le Pen as Rassemblement National Poised for Power
The Davos Set in Decline: Why the World Economic Forum’s Power Must Be Challenged
France: Less Than a Month After His Appointment, the New French Prime Minister Resigns
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that Hungary will not adopt the euro because the European Union is falling apart.
Mayor in western Germany in intensive care after stabbing
Australian government pays Deloitte nearly half a million dollars for a report built on fabricated quotes, fake citations, and AI-generated nonsense.
Macron Faces Intensifying Pressure to Resign or Trigger New Elections Amid France’s Political Turmoil
UK Police Crack Major Gang in Smuggling of up to 40,000 Stolen Phones to China
BYD’s UK Sales Soar Nearly Nine-Fold, Making Britain Its Biggest Market Outside China
Latvia to Bar Tourist and Occasional Buses to Russia and Belarus Until 2026
Wave of Complaints Against Apple Over iPhone 17 Pro’s Scratch Sensitivity
Pro Europe and Anti-War Babiš Poised to Return to Power After Czech Parliamentary Vote
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Sentenced to Fifty Months in Prison Following Prostitution Conviction
Taylor Swift’s ‘Showgirl’ Launch Extends Billion-Dollar Empire
Trump Announces Intention to Impose 100 Percent Tariff on Foreign-Made Films
Altman Says GPT-5 Already Outpaces Him, Warns AI Could Automate 40% of Work
Russian Research Vessel 'Yantar' Tracked Mapping Europe’s Subsea Cables, Raising Security Alarms
Global Cruise Industry Posts Dramatic Comeback with 34.6 Million Passengers in 2024
China Deploys 2,000 Workers to Spain to Build Major EV Battery Factory, Raising European Dependence
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