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Beer consumption in Germany is declining, while alcohol-free options are surging. The federal statistics office reports that sales of alcohol-free beer have risen by 109 percent since 2013. Meanwhile, overall beer sales are at their lowest level in more than 30 years. For the first time, total sales fell below four billion liters in a half-year period. Between January and June 2025, German breweries sold around 3.9 billion liters. That represents a decrease of 6.3 percent, or 262 million liters, compared with the same period in 2024. breweries target younger consumers The Erdinger brewery near Munich has been producing beer…

A new study in the United States has found that children as young as four and five with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are often prescribed medication immediately after diagnosis, rather than starting with behavioural therapy as recommended. Medical guidelines advise that newly diagnosed young children undergo six months of behavioural therapy before beginning medication. The analysis, published in JAMA Network Open, included more than 9,700 US children. It revealed that 42.2% were prescribed ADHD medication within one month of diagnosis, while only 14.1% began treatment after six months. Lead author Dr Yair Bannett, an assistant professor of paediatrics at Stanford University,…

Washington, August 30, 2025 — Senator Bernie Sanders has publicly urged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to resign from his position as health secretary, warning that his leadership poses serious risks to the nation’s health. Criticism of Kennedy’s Leadership In an op-ed for The New York Times, Sanders accused Kennedy of endangering Americans’ health and demanded his immediate departure from office. He criticized the Trump administration’s slogan “Make America Healthy Again,” asserting that Kennedy’s policies have undermined scientific authority and weakened public health systems. Sanders pointed to the recent firing of CDC director Susan Monarez and the resignation of four senior…

The Israeli army attacked Gaza City on Friday, declaring it a combat zone.International organisations and aid groups condemned the military action immediately.Health officials reported 63,025 Palestinians have died, with 59 new deaths in the past 24 hours.Churches and aid agencies vowed to stay in the city to help displaced residents.Israel claimed Hamas leaders and tunnels remain active in Gaza City.Smoke and explosions rose across southern Israel as the fighting intensified.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Israel must destroy Hamas to prevent another October 7 attack. Civilians Struggle Amid Ongoing Attacks Gaza City residents said global protests failed to stop Israel’s offensive.Mohamed…

A US appeals court has ruled that most tariffs imposed by Donald Trump are illegal. The decision delivers a significant setback to his trade agenda and sets up a likely Supreme Court battle. The ruling cancels Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs on dozens of countries. It also overturns levies applied to China, Mexico and Canada. Court rules Congress holds tariff authority In a 7-4 decision, the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit declared Trump’s tariffs “invalid as contrary to law”. Judges rejected his argument that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act gave him authority. They emphasized that only Congress has…

A 14-year-old boy admitted deliberately igniting forest fires in Portugal using matches and a scooter.Police suspect he caused blazes in Seidões, Ardegão, and Arnozela.The boy said frustration from poor school results and social difficulties motivated his actions. Authorities Investigate Arson Pattern Police launched an investigation after repeated wildfires broke out in the same locations.The Polícia Judiciária said the boy may have acted alone or as part of a group.Braga Judicial Police submitted the case to the Public Prosecutor’s Office for Family and Children’s Court. Dozens Arrested Amid Summer Fires By 20 August, authorities had arrested 52 people suspected of arson,…

A global systematic review has found that the shingles vaccine is linked to an 18% reduction in the risk of stroke or heart attack in adults. The analysis, which included 19 studies of both randomized trials and observational research, suggests that vaccination against shingles could offer cardiovascular protection in addition to preventing the painful viral infection. Researchers noted that the vaccine may help reduce inflammation caused by shingles, a factor known to contribute to heart and circulatory problems. While the findings are promising, experts stress that further research is needed to confirm the protective effect and understand its impact across…

The United States has scrapped its long-standing tariff exemption for low-cost imports, a move set to reshape shopping. From Friday, parcels valued at $800 or less will no longer be duty-free and must clear stricter customs checks. Millions of shipments will be affected each day. In 2023, more than 1.4 billion packages worth over $64bn entered America under this exemption, customs figures show. Experts warn prices will rise, options will shrink, and small businesses may struggle to survive. Buenos Aires shoemaker Katherine Theobalds fears for her brand Zou Xou. “It might be the end for us,” she said. The story…

Tesla’s Market Share Shrinks Tesla recorded a sharp fall in European sales in July, down 40% compared with the same month last year. The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) reported 8,837 Tesla vehicles were registered across the EU, the UK, and the European Free Trade Association, a steep drop from 14,769 in July 2024. Despite rolling out an updated Model Y, the company continues to lose ground in the region. BYD’s Strong Momentum BYD saw registrations soar to 13,503 vehicles in July, more than tripling the 4,151 units recorded a year earlier. Its share of the European market rose to…

Experts say hotter temperatures and reduced rainfall from climate change intensify forest fires across Europe.Europe’s 2025 wildfire season has burned record amounts of land.Fires have destroyed over one million hectares, larger than the island of Corsica.That area is more than four times last year’s total. Wildfire Numbers Surge Across the EU Authorities declared more than 1,800 forest fires, releasing over 38 million tonnes of CO₂.Only the Czech Republic, Estonia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, and Malta avoided wildfires among 27 EU nations.Italy and Romania each recorded over 450 blazes, topping the list for fire counts.Countries with the highest damage do not always report…