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A Weekend Filled With Frustration Lewis Hamilton expresses deep disappointment after a difficult race weekend in Las Vegas. The seven-time world champion starts last after a slow qualifying session. It marks the first time in his 19-year career that he qualifies last purely on pace. He climbs into the points early, but he cannot pass Nico Hülkenberg’s Sauber. He struggles on medium tyres and finishes tenth. Hamilton calls the result “terrible” and says he sees “nothing positive” in the day. He tells a UK radio station that he only wants the season to end. He adds that he does not…

A new community mural project is turning a plain parking garage into a shared art space. Artist Solomon Enos is leading the effort in partnership with a local government office. The project welcomes the public to help paint the large mural and add their own creative touch. The goal is to change a simple structure into a bright and welcoming place. Enos says the project offers an easy way for people to take part in art, even if they have never painted before. Community members can join the work at different times, making it open to all ages and skill…

Website Changes Raise Immediate AlarmThe CDC revised major sections of its website Wednesday, introducing language that questions decades of established vaccine research. The updates suggest scientists have not fully ruled out a possible link between vaccines and autism. Experts warn this framing misrepresents evidence and risks confusing the public. New Wording Sparks Unfounded DoubtThe page now states that the claim “vaccines do not cause autism” is not fully evidence-based because studies cannot eliminate every possibility. Specialists say this language manufactures uncertainty. Alison Singer of the Autism Science Foundation explains that science cannot prove an absolute negative. She emphasizes that strong…

US health officials have reported what is believed to be the first human death linked to the rare H5N5 strain of bird flu, though they stress the risk to the general public remains low. The case involved an older adult in Washington state with underlying health conditions. The patient, who lived in Grays Harbor County, was hospitalised in early November after developing high fever, confusion and respiratory symptoms. They were found to be infected with H5N5, a strain not previously known to have caused human fatalities. State officials said the individual kept a backyard flock of poultry that had been…

Trump met Zohran Mamdani on Friday and spoke warmly of the mayor-elect.He previously branded Mamdani a “100% Communist Lunatic” and a “total nut job.”He now said Mamdani impressed him despite earlier attacks on his administration.They highlighted shared aims for New York instead of past hostility.Trump predicted Mamdani would surprise conservative voters.Mamdani stood beside him in the Oval Office during the remarks.Their meeting gave both men significant political visibility.Mamdani gained a chance to confront national power directly.Trump used the moment to discuss affordability amid rising voter frustration.Their supporters had long viewed them as political opposites.Observers now question how those backers will…

Tottenham are not close to matching Arsenal’s approach of spending £100m on an individual player, according to Spurs boss Thomas Frank. Following major changes in the club’s leadership after Daniel Levy’s departure and the appointment of a new structure by the Lewis family, Tottenham are aiming to grow their business and challenge for major honours. However, Frank believes the club is not yet in a position to make blockbuster signings like Arsenal’s £105m move for Declan Rice. Spurs’ current record signing remains Richarlison, who joined for £60m in 2022. Frank suggested it could be possible for Tottenham to spend that…

The European Commission launches infringement proceedings against Italy for applying the golden power rule to block UniCredit’s attempted takeover of Banco BPM.Officials voice concern that the rule grants the Italian government broad authority to review, halt, or condition banking-sector transactions.They argue that the measure, though designed to protect national security, enables unwarranted intervention that disrupts capital mobility and establishment rights.They also note that the legislation interferes with the European Central Bank’s exclusive responsibilities under the Single Supervisory Mechanism.Italy receives a two-month deadline to address the issues highlighted by the Commission. Italy Promises Clarification Economy minister Giancarlo Giorgetti states that Italy…

Zelensky Keeps a Measured and Cautious ApproachUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky avoids criticising the US draft peace plan, even though it reflects key Russian demands. The White House denies claims that Ukraine was excluded from the drafting process. Zelensky says in his nightly address that Ukraine wants peace and will rely on calm and disciplined diplomacy. He stresses that Ukraine remains ready for honest and efficient talks. Kyiv Alarmed by Risky ConcessionsKyiv fears proposals that include giving up the entire Donbas region. The draft also calls for a smaller Ukrainian army and bans foreign troops in the country. Ukraine has rejected…

Ian Wright has come to Jude Bellingham’s defence, claiming some of the midfielder’s critics are uncomfortable with the rise of a confident, successful “black superstar”. Bellingham was criticised in parts of the media for his reaction to being substituted during England’s World Cup qualifying win over Albania, with suggestions he could be a disruptive influence in the squad. Wright rejected that idea, saying the backlash stems from fear of Bellingham’s talent and influence. Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Wright said people struggle to attack Bellingham because of his performances, so they attempt to create negative narratives instead. He…

A widespread outage left tens of thousands of Parisian homes without power early Thursday.The blackout initially affected 55,000 households across Paris and the neighbouring Hauts-de-Seine region.The outage also disabled traffic lights and streetlights, creating disruptions across several districts.Some metro services and suburban train lines stopped operating during the interruption.Enedis reported that the blackout lasted about five minutes before power returned to most areas.A few thousand homes remain without electricity as crews continue repairs. Cause Identified by Grid Operators Enedis attributed the incident to a technical failure at an RTE substation in Issy-les-Moulineaux.RTE oversees France’s high-voltage electricity transmission network and manages…