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Lamborghini’s chief executive says the brand’s identity still relies on the roar, power, and emotion of combustion engines. The Italian supercar maker plans to continue using them for at least another decade before fully going electric. Hybrids become the focus At Lamborghini’s London showroom, CEO Stephan Winkelmann said interest in electric cars is waning. He sees this as an opportunity to concentrate on hybrid technology that blends performance with emotion. Within weeks, Lamborghini will decide whether its upcoming grand tourer, the Lanzador, will be fully electric or a plug-in hybrid. Winkelmann noted that while the company acts responsibly, its low-volume…
A long-acting HIV prevention jab is set to be approved for use in England and Wales, offering an alternative to daily pills currently used to prevent infection. The injection, known as cabotegravir (CAB-LA), is administered every two months and works as a form of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV-negative individuals at risk of contracting the virus. In new draft guidance, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) recommended the treatment for adults and young people unable to take oral PrEP. The jab is already available through the NHS in Scotland. Health secretary Wes Streeting hailed the move as…
The jury of the 19th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition, chaired by Garrick Ohlsson, selected 11 pianists for the final round. Local hopes now rest on Poland’s Piotr Alexewicz, the only Polish performer to advance. The classical music world turned its attention to Warsaw, where the names of the finalists were officially announced. The competition, launched in 1927, remains one of the oldest and most prestigious piano contests in the world. Since its creation, participants have performed only the works of Fryderyk Chopin, celebrating his genius through generations of pianists. Global Talent Shines in Chopin’s Eleven The finalists joining Alexewicz…
Luxembourg to Lead Initial Trial ProgramEuropean automaker Stellantis has signed a memorandum of understanding with Chinese autonomous driving pioneer Pony.ai to jointly produce Level 4 self-driving electric vans for use across Europe. The collaboration will begin with pilot operations in Luxembourg, setting the stage for broader deployment projected to start in 2026. The venture combines Stellantis’ expertise in commercial vehicle design with Pony.ai’s advanced automated driving technology. Electric Van Fleet to Feature Advanced Self-Driving SystemsThe companies plan to outfit Stellantis’ lineup of electric light commercial vehicles—including models under the Peugeot, Citroën, and Opel marques—with Pony.ai’s full autonomous driving stack. These…
A surprise phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday disrupted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s mission in Washington. The two leaders agreed to meet soon to discuss the war in Ukraine, catching Kyiv off guard and complicating Zelensky’s efforts to secure advanced US weapons. The timing was critical. Within 24 hours, Russia fired dozens of missiles and launched over 300 drones across Ukraine. Civilian infrastructure suffered again, with gas pipelines and power stations damaged just as freezing temperatures arrive. Rolling blackouts now spread nationwide, signaling a harsh winter ahead. Moscow’s strikes expose mounting strain…
A court in Oslo convicted a 28-year-old former U.S. Embassy security guard of espionage on Wednesday. Judges ruled that he spied for Russia and Iran, sentencing him to three years and seven months in prison. The man, whose name remains undisclosed, admitted the facts in the indictment but denied criminal intent. Prosecutors said he shared information about embassy diplomats, building layouts, and security protocols, according to Norwegian state broadcaster NRK. NRK reported that U.S. ties to Israel and the war in Gaza motivated him to contact Russian and Iranian officials. The court also found that he provided details capable of…
Nestlé will cut 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years — nearly 6% of its global workforce — as new CEO Philipp Navratil accelerates cost-cutting and growth plans. About 12,000 white-collar positions and 4,000 manufacturing and supply chain roles will be affected. “The world is changing and Nestlé needs to change faster,” Navratil said, promising the layoffs would be handled “with respect and transparency.” The restructuring follows the dismissal of former CEO Laurent Freixe and aims to save 3 billion Swiss francs (£2.8 billion) by 2027. Navratil said the company must become “bolder” and more performance-driven to regain momentum.…
MoU Signed in Frankfurt to Deepen Asia–Gulf Trade RelationsSingapore’s DBS Bank and Saudi Arabia’s Banque Saudi Fransi (BSF) have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at improving the flow of trade and payments between Asia and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The agreement was formalised on 16 October 2025 during the Sibos financial conference in Frankfurt, underscoring both banks’ intent to strengthen financial linkages between the two regions. The collaboration will focus on boosting trade settlement efficiency, developing joint financing opportunities, and enhancing currency-clearing options. BSF also plans to integrate DBS’s GlobeSend platform—designed to support same-day cross-border payouts—into its…
President Donald Trump said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to reduce India’s purchases of Russian oil. The announcement came as Washington intensified efforts to restrict Moscow’s energy revenue and pressure the Kremlin over the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters that Modi assured him India would halt Russian oil imports “within a short period of time.” He described the pledge as “a big stop.” US increases economic and diplomatic pressure The US president has leveraged India’s reliance on Russian oil in trade negotiations. So far, New Delhi has resisted, insisting its energy policies protect domestic consumers and strengthen…
Hidden beneath the surface, Rhizanthella is one of nature’s most remarkable orchids — a plant that spends its entire life underground. Lacking leaves and visible stems, it survives by feeding on nutrients provided by a symbiotic fungus, which in turn draws sustenance from the soil and the roots of the broom bush (Melaleuca uncinata). The species first captured global attention in 1928, when a farmer ploughing a field in Western Australia unearthed its strange, subterranean blooms. Nearly a century later, Rhizanthella remains extremely rare and difficult to locate. Botanists must search in suitable habitats and gently scrape away soil to…