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After 11 months and 35 matches, Rúben Amorim finally achieved a breakthrough for Manchester United. The Portuguese coach had once called his team “maybe the worst in the club’s history.” Criticism was relentless, his future uncertain, and only minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s public support kept him in position. Then came Anfield — the home of United’s fiercest rivals. There, Amorim’s team displayed resilience, belief, and determination. A victory forged through grit This was no fluke like last December’s win at Manchester City. United began with intensity and focus. Bryan Mbeumo scored early, giving the team confidence, and they defended…

When Kerry Dunstan and his partner went looking for an electric car this summer, one question dominated: “How’s the battery?” They found a 2021 Nissan Leaf with 29,000 miles. The dealer reported its state of health (SOH) at 93%. That convinced them. For £12,500, they bought a practical, spacious EV with room for passengers and luggage. Dunstan, a cabinetmaker who also owns a sleek electric Volvo SUV, admits the Leaf doesn’t excite him. “I like cars with energy and character – this one’s a bit plain,” he says. Still, he’s satisfied. “It has performed exactly as I expected,” he adds.…

Lamborghini’s chief executive says the brand’s identity still thrives on the roar, power, and emotion of petrol engines. The Italian supercar maker plans to continue using them for at least another decade before fully embracing electric vehicles. Hybrids take centre stage At Lamborghini’s London showroom, CEO Stephan Winkelmann said interest in electric cars is slowing. He sees this as an opportunity to focus on hybrid technology that combines 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 stressed that while the company acts responsibly, its…

A surprise phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday unsettled 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 push for advanced US weapons. The timing was critical. Within 24 hours, Russia launched dozens of missiles and 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 attacks reveal increasing strain For Ukrainian…

President Donald Trump said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had pledged to reduce India’s purchases of Russian oil. The announcement came as Washington increased pressure on Moscow’s energy revenue and sought to push 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 intensifies pressure on India The US president has leveraged India’s reliance on Russian oil in trade negotiations. So far, New Delhi has resisted, saying its energy policies protect domestic consumers and safeguard…

The United States has seized over $14 billion in bitcoin and charged Cambodian businessman Chen Zhi, founder of the Prince Group, for allegedly running one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency fraud operations. The joint US-UK investigation exposed a sprawling criminal network built on deception, forced labour, and international money laundering. Cambodian Businessman Accused of Leading Global Fraud Chen Zhi, a dual citizen of Cambodia and the UK, was charged in New York with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. Both the US and UK have sanctioned his companies and frozen his assets. UK authorities confirmed 19 London properties…

Virudhunagar, a small town in southeastern India, is known for centuries-old temples. Yet behind its historic streets, residents are shaping the future, training artificial intelligence systems used worldwide. From heritage to high-tech Mohan Kumar teaches machines to recognize and predict objects. “I work in AI annotation. I collect and label data to train models. Over time, they learn to make independent decisions,” he explains. India has long led in outsourced IT services, with cities like Bangalore and Chennai as main hubs. Recently, companies have shifted work to smaller towns, where skilled labor is abundant and costs are lower. This movement,…

China has accused the United States of triggering a fresh trade conflict after Donald Trump threatened a 100% tariff on Chinese goods. Beijing described the move as “a clear example of double standards” and warned it could respond with countermeasures if Washington acts. A spokesperson for China’s commerce ministry said the country “does not seek a trade war but will defend its interests firmly.” Trump escalates tensions with new tariff threat Trump reacted after China tightened export rules for rare earth materials essential to advanced industries. He accused Beijing of acting “hostile” and attempting to hold the world “captive.” The…

A major deadline is approaching for computer users worldwide. On Tuesday, 14 October, Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10. After that date, the operating system will no longer receive security updates, leaving computers more exposed to hackers and malware. Without patches, older devices will become easier targets. Microsoft is urging users to upgrade to Windows 11 for free, though many machines do not meet the hardware requirements. Nathan Proctor, senior director at US consumer group PIRG, warns that the decision could harm both consumers and the environment. Millions still using Windows 10 Windows remains the world’s most popular…

Only four bottles of Asahi Super Dry remain at Ben Thai, a small restaurant in Tokyo’s Sengawacho district. Owner Sakaolath Sugizaki hopes for new deliveries soon, but suppliers keep most stock for larger clients. Nationwide beer production comes to a standstill Asahi, Japan’s largest beer producer, halted operations at most of its 30 factories last month after a cyber-attack. All facilities, including six breweries, have partially reopened, but computer systems remain offline. The company now handles orders and shipments manually using pen, paper, and fax machines, drastically reducing deliveries. Asahi supplies about 40% of Japan’s beer market, so bars, restaurants,…