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Airlines are moving quickly to make flights safer after a power bank caught fire on a South Korean Air Busan aircraft in January 2025. Germany’s Lufthansa is leading Europe with new restrictions aimed at preventing similar incidents. Stricter In-Flight Guidelines Lufthansa now prohibits passengers from using power banks to charge devices during flights or through seatback entertainment systems. While passengers can still bring batteries in cabin luggage, storing them in overhead compartments is no longer allowed. Travelers must keep power banks on their person or under the seat in hand luggage. Size and Quantity Limits The airline has capped power…

Last year, protein dominated fitness and diet trends. In recent months, fibre has taken over wellness conversations. Most people still consume far too little fibre each day. Posts tagged #fibremaxxing and #fibermaxxing have reached more than 150 million views on TikTok. Videos show chia seeds scattered over porridge. Nutritionists highlight kidney beans and chickpeas across social feeds. The NHS recommends adults eat 30g of fibre daily. In the UK, 96% fail to reach that level. Average intake remains close to 16.4g per day. Women eat less fibre than men. Many nutrition experts welcome the renewed attention. They say fibre finally…

EU Leaders Unite Against Threats European leaders have vowed to stand together after US President Donald Trump threatened new tariffs on several countries unless Denmark agrees to sell Greenland. Ursula von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized that Europe will remain “united, coordinated and committed” to protecting its sovereignty. The proposed tariffs, starting at 10% and potentially rising to 25% by June, would target imports from Denmark, Sweden, Norway, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, and the United Kingdom. Rising Tensions Over Greenland Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory, recently hosted a joint European exploration mission,…

Nvidia suppliers have reportedly paused production after Chinese customs blocked shipments of the company’s H200 artificial intelligence chips, even though the processors were cleared for export by the United States. According to the Financial Times, Chinese officials told customs agents the chips could not enter China, without explaining whether the move is temporary or a formal ban. Authorities have also reportedly warned domestic tech firms against buying the chips unless essential. The confusion deepens as the US has approved exports but required the chips to pass through US testing facilities, triggering a 25% tariff. Analysts remain split on whether selling…

Google has filed an appeal against a landmark antitrust ruling by a US district judge. The court concluded the company illegally held monopoly power in online search. Google said users select its services freely, not out of coercion. Lee-Anne Mulholland, vice president for regulatory affairs, responded to the August 2024 decision. She said the ruling misrepresented why people rely on Google products. Company disputes judge’s take on market competition Google announced the appeal on Friday and criticised Judge Amit Mehta’s reasoning. The company said the ruling ignored the pace of technological innovation. It also argued that the court underestimated competitive…

A controversial US-funded study on hepatitis B vaccines for newborns in Guinea-Bissau has been cancelled following widespread criticism over its ethical design. The decision was confirmed by Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, whose senior official Yap Boum said the trial raised serious concerns about withholding a proven, life-saving vaccine in a country with a high hepatitis B burden. The $1.6m study, funded under the authority of US Department of Health and Human Services and linked to vaccine skeptic Robert F Kennedy Jr, would have denied half the participating newborns access to the vaccine. Africa CDC said the trial…

Trump warns of military response The United States has made it clear that military intervention remains on the table if Iran continues to use lethal force against protesters. Speaking at an emergency UN Security Council session, US Ambassador Mike Waltz said President Donald Trump is prepared to act decisively to stop the ongoing violence. Waltz stressed that the president favors action over extended debate and that Tehran should understand the seriousness of the US warning. While the threat remains, Trump also suggested that the killing may be slowing. Iran accuses US of interference Iran’s deputy UN ambassador, Hossein Darzi, sharply…

India’s aviation regulator opened an investigation after an Air India aircraft ingested a cargo container while taxiing at Delhi airport. No passengers or crew members were hurt. The right engine suffered significant damage, and Air India grounded the plane for repairs and inspection. Flight returned after unexpected airspace closure The Airbus A350 was operating a New York-bound flight before returning to Delhi shortly after take-off. Iran temporarily closed its airspace, forcing airlines to reroute flights. The aircraft landed safely on Thursday morning. After landing, it left the runway and taxied toward the parking bay with passengers onboard. Dense fog reduced…

European forces mobilize Troops from France, Germany, Norway, Sweden, and other European nations have started arriving in Greenland for short-term reconnaissance and training exercises. The deployments, focused around Nuuk, are intended to strengthen security and coordination in the Arctic amid rising global interest in the region. France plans to reinforce its initial team with land, air, and maritime units, while Germany has sent a small reconnaissance contingent. Greenlandic officials say NATO forces will be increasingly visible in the coming days as exercises ramp up. Diplomatic deadlock with Washington The arrival of European troops comes amid unresolved talks in Washington between…

West Ham United are willing to sell Lucas Paquetá this month only if the deal includes a loan back for the rest of the season, a condition Flamengo are reluctant to accept. Flamengo’s initial €35m bid was rejected and they may raise it to around €40m, but they believe they could buy Paquetá more cheaply in the summer without agreeing to a loan. Paquetá wants to return to Brazil after a difficult spell in England following spot-fixing allegations, which he was cleared of last year but which cost him a move to Manchester City. West Ham, seven points below safety,…