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Ultra-processed foods should be regulated like cigarettes because they promote addiction and harm health, researchers said.Scientists from Harvard University, University of Michigan and Duke University compared UPFs to tobacco products.They said manufacturers design both to maximise consumption and stimulate reward pathways.The study, published in Milbank Quarterly, linked UPFs to widespread public health harm.Researchers criticised “health washing” claims such as “low fat” or “sugar free”.They urged marketing restrictions, legal action and stronger industry accountability.

Space and AI Surge Past Electric Cars Elon Musk’s SpaceX has surged to a valuation of $1.25 trillion (€1.06tn) after merging with artificial intelligence venture xAI, dramatically narrowing the gap with Tesla and reshaping the balance inside Musk’s business empire. Tesla is now valued at about $1.58 trillion (€1.34tn), just 26% higher than SpaceX’s latest private valuation. On paper, Musk now draws more of his personal wealth from rockets and AI than from electric vehicles. Tesla’s position has weakened since the start of 2026. Shares are down roughly 6% after the company reported a 16% drop in vehicle deliveries and…

Netflix faced intense scrutiny in Washington over its $82bn (£61bn) bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery. Lawmakers questioned whether the merger would benefit consumers or workers. Senators from both parties expressed concern during an antitrust hearing. Senators warn merger could hurt competition and raise prices Members of the Senate antitrust subcommittee said the deal could reduce competition across entertainment markets. Several senators warned subscription costs could rise. Others questioned whether cinemas could survive if the merger is approved. The Department of Justice is reviewing the proposed transaction. Approval would give Netflix control of Warner Bros film and television studios. The…

Toto Wolff dismissed rival complaints about the legality of Mercedes’ 2026 engine.He insisted the design fully complies with regulations set by the FIA.Wolff said rival manufacturers missed an opportunity and should “focus on themselves”.The dispute centres on engine compression ratios that rise under thermal expansion.Mercedes and Red Bull Racing deny exploiting any loopholes.Mohammed Ben Sulayem backed the engine’s legality.Wolff accepted rivals may still protest after the Australian Grand Prix.

Conflicting Details Surround Fatal Attack Libyan media outlets have reported that Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of the former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed near the city of Zintan in western Libya. According to the reports, he was attacked and killed by four individuals, though specific details about how the incident unfolded remain unclear. Advisers Confirm Death, Questions Remain Abdullah Othman, Saif al-Islam’s political adviser, confirmed the death in a brief statement posted on Facebook, offering no further information about the circumstances or the identities of those involved. His French lawyer, Marcel Ceccaldi, told AFP that the attackers have…

China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles amid growing safety concerns. The country becomes the first to prohibit the design. Regulators acted as electric vehicles face increased scrutiny worldwide. Several deadly accidents raised alarm among authorities. Two fatal crashes in China involved electric cars made by Xiaomi. Investigators suspected power failures prevented passengers from opening the doors. New Rules Require Mechanical Access The regulations allow sales only for cars with mechanical door releases inside and outside. State media reported the full requirements. Authorities aim to guarantee access during accidents and power outages. Regulators seek to prevent passengers from…

Researchers say lab-made cosmic dust may explain how organic matter reached early Earth.Thousands of tonnes of cosmic dust hit Earth yearly, mostly burning up in the atmosphere.At the University of Sydney, Linda Losurdo recreated cosmic dust from scratch in a laboratory.She simulated space conditions using vacuum tubes, gases, and high-voltage plasma.Cosmic dust carries CHON molecules, the chemical building blocks of life.Scientists debate whether these molecules formed on Earth or arrived from space.The work could clarify how meteorites acquired organic material.The study appeared in the Astrophysical Journal.

Trade Deal Tied to Russian Oil President Donald Trump said on Monday he plans to cut U.S. tariffs on Indian goods to 18%, down from 25%, after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to stop purchasing Russian oil. The move follows months of pressure from Trump, who has repeatedly urged India to reduce its reliance on discounted Russian crude since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Trump also claimed India would slash import taxes on American goods to zero and commit to buying $500 billion worth of U.S. products. Announcing the decision on Truth Social, Trump said the agreement would…

Gold and silver prices fell sharply as investors rushed to exit trades that had pushed metals to record highs. Losses accelerated on Monday following a heavy sell-off on Friday, marking a sudden shift in market sentiment. In Asian trading, spot gold dropped more than nine percent to about $4,403 per ounce. Silver slid roughly 15 percent to below $72 per ounce. Earlier this year, both metals had surged amid geopolitical uncertainty. Markets calm after US central bank nomination Earlier gains reflected tension over geopolitics and uncertainty about US monetary policy. Investors also feared political pressure on the Federal Reserve. Those…

Consumer goods prices could rise sharply as global shipping costs continue to surge, an industry body warned.The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply said cracks are forming in global supply chains.Procurement leaders expect higher costs for computers, electrical machinery, and transport equipment in 2026.Shipping and logistics face the steepest increases, with many firms reporting double-digit cost rises.Rising energy, transport, and raw material prices are adding pressure across global trade.CIPS said volatility now looks permanent, not a temporary post-pandemic disruption.