Billionaire venture capitalist and Sun Microsystems co-founder Vinod Khosla is set to purchase the NFL's Seattle Seahawks for $9.6 billion, in what would be one of the largest transactions in the history of professional American sports.
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Poland's state assets minister Wojciech Balczun confirmed in response to a parliamentary question that Orlen is not currently negotiating the purchase of the Schwedt refinery or a stake in German company PCK Schwedt. The risk of Russian control over the asset is hampering any potential deal. Schwedt is a strategically important German refinery that has historically been heavily tied to Russian oil supplies.
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Every bike owner will eventually need to carry out repairs, either at home or during a ride. A home toolkit should include tools for gear adjustment, tyre changes and chain lubrication, while a road kit needs patches, a pump and multi-tools. Having the right equipment on hand saves time and money on workshop visits.
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Two experienced motorcycle riders, Philipp Steinmayr and Adrian Rus, were killed in a fatal accident during the Alpe Adria competition at the Brno circuit in the Czech Republic. Steinmayr had previously raced for the Polish Wójcik Racing Team. Organisers confirmed the deaths, though details of the accident have not yet been made public.
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Journalists Zbigniew Parafianowicz and Marek Magierowski discussed in the programme "Bez Doktryny" how leaders in Russia, the USA, Ukraine and Israel exploit faith and religious institutions for political ends. Parafianowicz noted that the Ukrainian state is attempting to control the sphere of spirituality, treating the Orthodox Church as an instrument of domestic policy. In Russia, the Orthodox Church is closely intertwined with the Kremlin's war narrative.
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One of Mark Wahlberg's films on Apple TV+ has become one of the platform's biggest hits ever, reaching that status three years after its release. The achievement comes amid a string of critical failures for Wahlberg, including "Flight Risk", "Play Dirty" and "Balls Up". His next project is the crime thriller "The Big Fix" alongside Riz Ahmed, directed by Baltasar Kormákur.
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Ukraine launched overnight strikes on the Syzran oil refinery in Russia's Samara Oblast in south-eastern European Russia, causing explosions and fires. The operation also targeted 10 tankers belonging to Russia's shadow fleet in the Sea of Azov. The strikes were aimed at Russian fuel infrastructure and maritime supply routes.
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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.
In summer, certain chemical ingredients in cosmetics combined with UV radiation can trigger photo-sensitisation reactions, causing burns and skin discolouration. Particular risks come from citrus essential oils, St John's wort and some perfume compounds. Phototoxic reactions differ from photoallergic ones — the former appear faster and require no prior sensitisation.
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A beauty editor recommends three creams from niche brands as the best summer skincare picks, promising a hydrated, bouncy-skin effect. The first is Slavia Cosmetics SPF 50 — a light sunscreen with nourishing properties that doesn't feel heavy even after a full day's wear. The article lists two further products from similarly under-the-radar brands.
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Trout is one of the cleanest and most prized freshwater fish available in Poland, featuring tender, firm flesh with very few bones. It is easy to prepare and cook, making it ideal for everyday meals. Nutritionally, it is a rich source of protein and healthy fatty acids, comparable to or better than salmon.
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Instagram can overwhelm users with too many stimuli, making it worthwhile to customise or fully disable notifications. Practising digital hygiene helps reduce stress and improves the overall experience of using the app. The piece encourages mindful management of social media activity.
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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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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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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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At least two people were killed and four wounded in a shooting that erupted during a street festival in Toronto, Canada. The perpetrators have not yet been apprehended and the motive remains unclear. Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed his condolences to the bereaved families.
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England manager Thomas Tuchel made critical remarks about the team after a match, sparking tensions within the squad. Jude Bellingham publicly came to his teammates' defence, openly pushing back against the coach's comments. England remain in contention for the World Cup title.
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US forces struck Iran for the third time in a week, triggering retaliatory attacks from Tehran. Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz "until further notice," posing a major threat to global oil shipping routes. The conflict between Washington and Tehran is reaching a new level of escalation.
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A clinical trial testing two experimental Ebola drugs has begun in the Ituri region of the Democratic Republic of Congo, just six weeks after the WHO declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern on 17 May — a record pace for such research. There is currently no approved drug to treat Ebola, and scientists hope the trial will significantly reduce mortality rates within months.
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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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Beelzebufo ampinga was a large extinct frog that lived during the Late Cretaceous period (roughly 70–65.5 million years ago) in what is now Madagascar, with remains found in the Maevarano Formation. Its name combines "Beelzebub" with the Latin "bufo" (toad), earning it the nickname "devil frog". Analysis of its jaw structure reveals a powerful bite force that would have allowed it to prey on small vertebrates and possibly young dinosaurs.
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