Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former ruler of Qatar, has died at the age of 74, according to the country's state news agency. He ruled Qatar from 1995 until 2013, when he handed power to his son, Sheikh Tamim. His reign was marked by rapid economic development and Qatar's successful bid to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
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AI romantic companion apps, once pure science fiction as depicted in the 2013 film "Her," have become a daily reality for millions. Experts warn that while these virtual relationships may temporarily ease loneliness, they risk creating dangerous illusions of intimacy and deepening social isolation. The trend is growing particularly among people struggling with loneliness.
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A new mouse study found that ovaries show significant signs of aging well before menopause, earlier than most other organs in the body. Researchers stress that ovaries perform many critical endocrine functions beyond reproduction. The findings could shed new light on aging processes in women.
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The women's tennis tour returns to Athens, Greece for the first time in 36 years. Polish players Magda Linette and Katarzyna Piter will both compete in the Vanda Pharmaceuticals Athens Open. The tournament marks a historic comeback for WTA events in Greece.
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Baltic Power, Poland's first offshore wind farm built in Canadian-Polish cooperation, has begun generating electricity. Canadian Energy Minister Tim Hodgson described the project as the start of a series of joint investments between the two countries, according to The Globe and Mail. The farm is located in the Baltic Sea.
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Ukrainian forces launched a night-time strike on the Syzran oil refinery, one of Russia's largest, setting it ablaze. Simultaneously, ten tankers from Russia's so-called shadow fleet were targeted in the Sea of Azov. The operation aimed to damage Russia's oil industry and disrupt its military logistics.
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The Rame Peninsula, located on the south-eastern coast of Cornwall, England, is one of the region's least-visited corners. Protected as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it has retained its unspoiled, largely undeveloped character. It is an ideal destination for travellers seeking quiet beaches away from the tourist crowds.
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China's Beijing Institute of Technology released footage of three eight-wheeled trucks interlocking to form a road-mobile electromagnetic catapult capable of launching a propeller-driven drone without a runway. The system miniaturises the EMALS technology already used on China's newest aircraft carrier. Transported in standard shipping containers, it could theoretically be deployed anywhere in the world.
Polish TV presenter Tomasz Kammel, who turns 55 on 12 July, told interviewer Krzysztof Stanowski that he does not hide his sexual orientation, though he keeps it out of the public eye. Kammel has been one of Poland's most recognisable television personalities for nearly three decades. The statement is the most open he has publicly made on the subject.
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Tapioca pearls, best known as the chewy balls in bubble tea, are naturally gluten-free, mild in flavour and a good source of potassium. Beyond sweet milk tea, they work well as a light, easily digestible base in desserts, soups and other dishes requiring a soft texture.
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The US Justice Department has subpoenaed New York Times journalists who reported on security concerns surrounding Air Force One, the presidential aircraft gifted to Donald Trump by Qatar. The move has raised fresh concerns about press freedom under the Trump administration, as reporters could be compelled to identify their sources in court.
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A study published in Frontiers in Physiology found that food-related scent signals can increase strength and endurance during leg resistance training. Dr Mohamed Nashrudin bin Naharudin from the University of Malaya recruited 23 healthy young men who fasted for at least 10 hours before testing on a leg extension machine. The results show that unconscious olfactory cues genuinely affect physical performance capacity.
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Krzysztof Szadkowski reviews a new book about Donald Trump, which explores the claim that Trump aspires to be the most powerful leader in history. The reviewer argues the book confirms a timeless truth about would-be dictators: the more they crave absolute power, the more ridiculous they become. The publication is assessed as a sharp analysis of what the reviewer calls "pseudo-dictatorial" political phenomena.
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Paweł takes a year-long sabbatical every decade as a long-term break from work. He recalls the moment he stopped thinking about professional duties and fully switched to living in the present, comparing it to teenage holidays. The sabbatical is a growing trend among workers seeking to regain energy and fresh perspective.
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The all-electric Renault 4 E-Tech returns in a Plein Sud variant featuring a fabric soft-top instead of a rigid roof. The car was put through its paces on various roads near Barcelona, including a check of the engineers' claim of exceptional cabin quietness at 130 km/h. The tester describes the drive as enjoyable and nostalgic, evoking the spirit of the original R4.
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Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has revealed that he and co-founder Chris Larsen considered winding the company down and distributing its XRP holdings to shareholders. The option was weighed before they decided to fight the SEC lawsuit filed against Ripple in 2020. Ultimately both chose to contest the case in court rather than dissolve the company.
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Pokémon Pokopia, a social simulation game released on Nintendo Switch 2 by Koei Tecmo, has sold over four million copies, making it a surprise hit. Koei Tecmo president and CEO Hisashi Koinuma told Famitsu that the team had "no real expectations" for the title before its launch. Despite this, the team aimed to make it the best-selling spin-off in the Pokémon franchise — a goal they appear to have achieved.
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Director Christopher Nolan praised Generation Z in an interview with The Telegraph for swiftly and harshly rejecting artificial intelligence, particularly AI-generated "slop." He said he had never witnessed such a fast and clear-cut dismissal of a supposedly revolutionary technology, citing his own children's immediate recognition of AI content. Nolan also said AI is emerging in Hollywood at "the least appropriate moment," while acknowledging that not all uses of AI are worthless.
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Researchers from the Milion Explorers Team discovered Neolithic tools in the Vistula river bed, exposed by the current low water levels. Last year, the same team found two historical swords in the river. The Vistula has repeatedly yielded valuable archaeological finds during periods of low water.
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Turkish defence company Aselsan is playing a central role in Turkey's air defence modernisation programme, known as the "Steel Dome." The programme aims to create a multi-layered air defence shield for Turkey. Aselsan supplies key electronic components and radar systems for the project.
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Poland's U-18 national volleyball team beat Italy 3–1 in their fourth group match at the European Championship. The Polish side are the only team in their group to remain unbeaten in the tournament. Poland have been in impressive form throughout this year's competition.
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The Wall Street Journal described transatlantic relations as a "loveless marriage" kept alive by key players on both sides. The paper stressed that neither side has filed for "divorce," and that unravelling the deep political, economic and military ties would be an enormous undertaking. Tensions between Washington and European capitals nonetheless remain significant.
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