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Colourful cans promising calm, focus and energy have become staples in supermarket aisles, as functional drinks surge in popularity. Packed with ingredients like ashwagandha, lion’s mane mushrooms, L-theanine and magnesium, these beverages tap into wellness culture and the growing shift away from alcohol, especially among younger generations. But how effective are they really? Experts say the evidence is mixed. “Ashwagandha and L-theanine have shown benefits in randomised trials, particularly for stress and attention,” says Nicolle Cucco, a registered dietitian. “Magnesium is well studied too, but supplementation only helps if you’re deficient. If your levels are normal, more isn’t likely to…

Germany plans to build the strongest conventional force in Europe, Chancellor Friedrich Merz declared in May. Officials must solve staffing shortages through new service models and quickly modernize the Bundeswehr with advanced equipment. Reports say Berlin will invest up to €83 billion in armaments between 2025 and 2026, prioritizing European suppliers. Only eight percent of contracts will go to the United States. Germany will push 154 major procurements under the plan. European states once relied heavily on US defense exports. Imports from America tripled between 2020 and 2024. Germany alone increased imports by 334 percent, with 70 percent coming directly…

Donald Trump has ordered federal troops to Portland, Oregon, authorising the use of full force if necessary to control protests at immigration detention centres. The president said the deployment would protect federal facilities from Antifa attacks and other domestic threats. He described the city as war-ravaged in a post on Truth Social. The move increases federal troop presence in US cities as part of his broader crackdown on illegal immigration. democratic leaders criticise action Democratic officials condemned the decision, saying Portland faces no threat that requires federal intervention. Oregon Governor Tina Kotek described communities as calm and safe. She said…

Around 50,000 people filled Berlin’s streets on Saturday to support Palestinians and condemn the Gaza conflict. Protesters shouted “free, free Palestine” and demanded an end to Gaza’s worsening humanitarian crisis. Police deployed 1,800 officers to monitor the crowds marching through the German capital’s downtown area. Demonstrators urged Germany to stop exporting weapons to Israel and called for EU sanctions against the country. Berlin, alongside the US and Italy, remains a key arms supplier to Israel despite growing domestic criticism. Protesters gathered at Alexanderplatz before marching toward the Victory Column in Tiergarten, waving flags and carrying banners. Political and Civil Groups…

Jennifer Lawrence received the prestigious Premio Donostia 2025 Award at the San Sebastian International Film Festival, becoming the youngest performer ever to win it. At 35, the Oscar-winning actress reflected on her career and used her platform to issue a warning about cultural freedom in the United States. “Our freedom of speech is under attack in America, including in the world of film,” she told reporters before the ceremony, urging empathy and creative independence. Lawrence also encouraged young filmmakers to persevere with auditions, learning, and above all, watching films. Presenting her new project Kill Me Love, in which she stars…

Washington Criticizes Actions in New York Colombian President Gustavo Petro has had his U.S. visa withdrawn after his conduct during the United Nations General Assembly week drew condemnation from Washington. The State Department said his behavior at public events in New York amounted to “reckless and incendiary” actions, prompting the rare move against a sitting head of state. Rally Remarks Fuel Outrage Petro joined a pro-Palestinian demonstration near UN headquarters, where he urged U.S. troops to ignore orders and pressed for an international force larger than America’s military to act on behalf of Palestine. The speech was widely shared and…

Jaguar Land Rover has begun a phased restart of operations following a major cyber-attack. Some IT systems are restored, and the company is addressing overdue supplier payments with increased invoicing capacity. Cyber-attack forces production halt The August attack forced Jaguar Land Rover to shut down IT networks and suspend vehicle production. Factories will remain closed until at least next month. The prime minister said the government is working nonstop on a support package for suppliers. Smaller firms in the supply chain face a growing risk of collapse if the shutdown continues. Opposition leader Sir Keir Starmer described the situation as…

A Cambridge-led trial has raised hopes of a new class of multiple sclerosis (MS) treatments after finding that a diabetes drug combined with an antihistamine can partially repair nerve damage. The CCMR Two trial tested metformin, a common diabetes medication, alongside clemastine, an antihistamine shown to stimulate myelin repair. In MS, the immune system attacks the myelin sheaths that insulate nerves, disrupting signals in the brain and spinal cord and leading to progressive disability. Seventy patients with relapsing MS took part in the study. After six months, researchers observed faster nerve signal transmission in those given the drug combination compared…

Interpol, the largest global policing body with 196 member countries, coordinated a continent-wide crackdown on digital crime. The operation, carried out in July and August, spanned 14 African nations and targeted criminal networks behind romance scams and sextortion schemes. Investigators revealed that perpetrators lured victims into fabricated online relationships, then either extracted money through fake fees or blackmailed them using explicit images. The sweep resulted in 260 arrests, a significant blow to groups exploiting vulnerable internet users. Interpol confirmed that more than 1,400 victims suffered losses totaling nearly $2.8 million (€2.4 million). Officials emphasized the urgency of addressing this rising…

President Donald Trump has unveiled a wide-ranging package of tariffs on imported goods. From October 1, branded and patented medicines entering the United States will face a 100 percent duty unless companies operate factories on American soil. The plan also introduces a 25 percent tariff on heavy-duty trucks and a 50 percent levy on kitchen and bathroom cabinets. Trump presented the measures on Thursday, saying they are necessary to protect US manufacturers. On Truth Social, he said a “flood” of imports has harmed domestic producers. He argued the tariffs would support American companies and preserve jobs. The announcement comes despite…