Critical Diplomacy at the KremlinRussian President Vladimir Putin will meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow on Tuesday. The White House expressed strong optimism about advancing a deal to end the war in Ukraine. Jared Kushner, Donald Trump’s son-in-law and informal adviser, will also take part in the talks. The meeting follows two days of negotiations in Florida between Ukrainian and US officials. Witkoff and Kushner refined a US-backed peace plan previously seen as favourable to Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the talks constructive but emphasized that major challenges remain unresolved. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Putin…
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Grace Johnson is a freelance journalist based in Beijing with over 15 years of experience reporting on Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Communication and Journalism from the University of Miami. Throughout her career, she has contributed to major outlets including The Miami Herald, CNN, and USA Today. Known for her clear and engaging reporting, Grace delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
McLaren error hands Verstappen a surprise victoryFormula 1 heads into a rare three-driver title showdown after Max Verstappen wins a dramatic Qatar Grand Prix, caused by a major McLaren strategic mistake. Lando Norris calls it “not our greatest day,” understating the impact of losing a race that seemed certain. His championship lead shrinks to 12 points ahead of Abu Dhabi, while teammate Oscar Piastri drops another four points behind. Piastri stands stunned as a probable victory turns into second place, and his second in the standings becomes third. “It’s pretty painful,” he admits. Norris remains the favourite because he only…
Government Condemns “Unjustified Hostility” Venezuela condemned Donald Trump after he urged pilots and airlines to treat its airspace as fully closed. The foreign ministry described his remarks as “another extravagant, illegal and unjustified aggression against the Venezuelan people”. Officials insisted the US holds no right to restrict another nation’s airspace and accused Trump of issuing a “colonialist threat”. Washington increased its military presence near Venezuela and carried out at least 21 strikes on boats it linked to drug trafficking, killing more than 80 people. The US has not provided evidence. President Nicolás Maduro says these actions aim to remove him…
Thousands of Planes Affected WorldwideAirbus grounds thousands of jets after discovering that intense solar radiation can interfere with critical flight control computers. The move disrupts schedules globally. About 6,000 A320-family aircraft are affected, representing half of Airbus’ fleet. Most planes can return to service after a quick three-hour software update. The UK aviation regulator warns of flight delays and cancellations, although airports report limited impact so far. Incident in October Sparks InvestigationAirbus identifies the problem after examining an October event in which a plane flying between the US and Mexico suddenly lost altitude. The JetBlue aircraft makes an emergency landing…
Gurugram flagship aims to lift brand presence Tesla opens its biggest India hub in Gurugram while it faces weak early sales. The new centre unites a showroom, charging options and full after-sales service in one location. Dealership figures show Tesla sells just over 100 cars in India since its widely promoted July launch. People close to the company indicate that Tesla now aims to strengthen India’s EV ecosystem to revive interest. The firm offers no direct answers regarding its low sales. Reports suggest Tesla receives only a little more than 600 bookings by mid-September. Only a small share turns into…
PetroChina and PipeChina have formed two new gas-storage firms, marking a major step in China’s efforts to strengthen natural-gas supply and infrastructure. The newly registered companies — Liaohe Gas Storage in northeast China and Xinjiang Gas Storage in the northwest — have a combined registered capital of over 25.6 billion yuan (approximately US$3.6 billion). The creation of these firms is expected to expand China’s gas storage capacity by about 10.97 billion cubic meters. Analysts say this move will improve energy security, stabilize supply, and support long-term development of the country’s natural-gas market. Liaohe Gas Storage will focus on northeast China,…
Under the bright lights of a Delhi operating theatre, a woman lies still as surgeons prepare to remove her gallbladder. She sleeps under general anaesthesia, her body paralysed and her mind unconscious. Yet soft flute music flows through headphones resting over her ears. Even as anaesthetic drugs quiet most of her brain, her auditory pathways remain active. When she awakens, she recovers faster and clearer because she required lower doses of propofol and opioid painkillers than patients who heard no music. Researchers from Maulana Azad Medical College and Lok Nayak Hospital show that music can reduce drug use and improve…
A new tool reveals unexpected account origins X’s location feature has exposed numerous political accounts with significant influence. Users found pro-Trump accounts posting about US politics while operating from abroad. Some anti-Trump accounts also used false locations. Their posts generated millions of impressions, which can trigger payouts from X. X defends accuracy despite VPN concerns The location tag appears in the “about this account” tab on every profile. It warns that travel, temporary stays, and VPNs may affect results. X’s product chief Nikita Bier says the data remains 99% accurate. On Saturday, Trump shared a screenshot on Truth Social of…
A year after his first warning Ruben Amorim issued another clear warning about rising expectations. Manchester United won 4–0 in this fixture last season, yet he predicted trouble ahead. One year later, the same flaws resurfaced. A tense clash between Idrissa Gueye and Michael Keane dominated the early action. United spent 77 minutes against ten men but failed to take full advantage. United fail to capitalize on superiority Amorim watched his players struggle in crucial moments. Patrick Dorgu and Leny Yoro gave the ball away under no pressure as Everton grew stronger. Amad Diallo made poor choices while replacing the…
The Qianhai innovation hub in China’s Greater Bay Area is attracting young entrepreneurs and tech start-ups at a rapid pace. The ecosystem offers supportive infrastructure, funding opportunities, and access to talent, making it a magnet for new ventures. Start-ups at Qianhai are focusing on globally significant challenges. These include organic waste management, food-protein shortages, and maternal and infant health, highlighting China’s growing emphasis on innovation with real-world impact. Executives at the hub said the combination of resources, mentorship, and policy support makes Qianhai ideal for early-stage companies looking to scale. Start-ups benefit from networking opportunities, funding access, and collaboration with…
