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A Weekend Filled With Frustration Lewis Hamilton expresses strong disappointment after another difficult race weekend in Las Vegas. The seven-time world champion starts last after a slow qualifying session. It is 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 art project in Honolulu is inviting residents to help paint a mural in a government building’s parking garage. The project aims to turn an ordinary space into a vibrant, shared artwork. Organizers say the project is open to everyone. People of all ages and skill levels can participate. The goal is to make public art accessible and encourage community involvement. The mural will feature colorful designs that reflect local culture and nature. Artist Solomon Enos is leading the project, guiding participants as they contribute to the large-scale painting. Residents can join multiple sessions. Materials and instructions are…

Website Changes Prompt Immediate CriticismThe CDC updated major sections of its website on Wednesday, adding language that questions long-settled research on vaccine safety. The new wording implies scientists have not fully dismissed a possible link between vaccines and autism. Experts warn this framing distorts evidence and risks confusing families. Revised Wording Creates Artificial DoubtThe site now argues that the statement “vaccines do not cause autism” is not evidence-based because studies cannot rule out every scenario. Specialists say this tactic promotes uncertainty rather than clarity. Alison Singer of the Autism Science Foundation says science cannot prove an absolute negative. She explains…

A person in Washington state is believed to be the first human to die from the rare H5N5 strain of bird flu, though health officials say the risk to the general public remains low. The patient, an older adult with underlying health conditions from Grays Harbor County, was hospitalized in early November after developing a high fever, confusion and breathing problems. They were treated for H5N5, a strain not previously known to have infected humans. Health officials said the person had a backyard flock of domestic poultry that had been exposed to wild birds. No other people who were in…

Trump met Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani on Friday and praised him despite past harsh words.He previously called Mamdani a “100% Communist Lunatic” and a “total nut job.”Mamdani had labeled Trump’s administration “authoritarian,” yet they spoke warmly and cordially.Both men emphasized shared goals to improve New York rather than past political conflicts.Trump said Mamdani could surprise conservative voters despite his democratic socialist platform.Mamdani stood beside him in the Oval Office as Trump offered compliments.The meeting gave Mamdani national exposure and allowed Trump to discuss affordability issues. Focus on New York’s Affordability Mamdani requested the meeting to explore strategies for making New York…

Tottenham are not close to matching Arsenal’s willingness to spend £100m on a single player, according to head coach Frank, who signalled the club will take a more measured approach in the transfer market. Spurs have undergone major changes following Daniel Levy’s removal as chair and the installation of a new leadership team by the Lewis family. While there are ambitions to grow the club’s business and on-field success, Frank believes a long-term strategy built on development and smart investment is more realistic than blockbuster signings. He said Spurs are not currently in a position to spend £100m on one…

The European Commission launches infringement proceedings against Italy for applying the golden power rule in banking deals.Officials criticize the rule for giving the Italian government authority to block or condition corporate transactions.The Commission warns that the regulation risks unjustified interventions, violating free movement of capital and freedom of establishment.The EU adds that the Italian law conflicts with the European Central Bank’s Single Supervisory Mechanism powers.Italy has two months to respond and correct the issues highlighted by Brussels. Italy Plans Regulatory Response Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti says Italy will address the Commission’s objections through the proper institutions.He pledges a regulatory proposal…

Zelensky Maintains a Controlled and Careful ToneUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky avoids criticising the US draft peace plan, even though it aligns with several Russian demands. The White House denies claims that Ukraine was not involved in shaping the proposal. 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 Fears Concessions With Long-Term ConsequencesKyiv worries about proposals that include giving up the entire Donbas region. The draft also calls for a smaller Ukrainian army and bans foreign troops inside the…

Ian Wright has come to the defence of Jude Bellingham, saying the England midfielder is facing unfair criticism and that some people are uncomfortable with his rise to superstar status. Bellingham was criticised in some quarters after reacting visibly when substituted during England’s World Cup qualifying win over Albania, with suggestions he could be a disruptive influence in the squad. Wright rejected those claims, arguing the criticism is driven by fear of Bellingham’s success rather than his attitude. Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Wright said Bellingham’s confidence, talent and influence make some people uneasy. He compared the public…

A power outage left tens of thousands of homes without electricity in Paris on Thursday morning.The blackout also struck neighbouring Hauts-de-Seine, affecting approximately 55,000 households, according to French media.Traffic lights and streetlights went dark, and several metro and suburban train lines stopped operating.The outage caused widespread disruption, forcing commuters and residents to navigate safety challenges across the city. Technical Glitch Causes Disruption Enedis reported the blackout lasted around five minutes, though a few thousand homes still remain without power.The operator identified a technical incident at the RTE substation in Issy-les-Moulineaux as the source of the outage.RTE manages France’s high-voltage electricity…