Lava, an Indian smartphone manufacturer founded in 2009, is entering the UK market — its first major market outside India. The company is positioning its products as a direct rival to Samsung. The UK launch is part of a broader European expansion.
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A Russian Shahed drone violated Moldovan airspace and exploded near the village of Copanca, approximately 30 km from the Ukrainian border. This is the latest in a series of drone incursions into Moldovan territory linked to the ongoing war in Ukraine. Moldova's Defence Ministry issued a firm response to the incident.
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Oil prices jumped by as much as 5% at the start of the week after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz closed. The spike came amid an ongoing exchange of attacks between the US and Iran. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most critical oil transit routes.
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Google Maps' immersive navigation UI, previously seen only on CarPlay, appears to be rolling out to Android Auto users. The new interface displays 3D buildings, flyovers, off-ramps and even individual trees. The rollout is server-side, meaning users don't need to update the app to receive it.
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Tapered seat spark plugs seal the engine through direct metal-to-metal contact between the plug's taper and the cylinder head, while gasket seat plugs use a metal ring gasket to create the seal. Using the wrong type can cause serious engine damage. Drivers should always follow the vehicle manufacturer's specification when choosing spark plugs.
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England women's cricket captain Heather Knight announced her retirement during day four of the women's Test against India at Lord's, in a mid-match announcement reminiscent of Ben Stokes' own retirement news. The match began at 11am BST. Knight is celebrated for a long and distinguished career representing England.
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A US citizen infected with the Ebola virus has been admitted to the University Hospital in Frankfurt, Germany, according to hospital authorities. The patient was found to carry a rare strain of the virus. Frankfurt's hospital is one of Europe's specialist centres for treating high-risk infectious diseases.
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Denis Kapustin, founder of the Russian Volunteer Corps fighting on Ukraine's side, says Russian society is living in anticipation of an approaching catastrophe. He claims social tensions in Russia are rising and that Putin intends to announce a new mobilisation in autumn 2026. Kapustin points to multiple signs of Kremlin military preparations as evidence.
Sam Neill, best known for playing Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, has died at the age of 78. The New Zealand actor also starred in The Piano, The Hunt for Red October and Event Horizon, spanning a career of several decades across multiple genres.
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Extreme heat in Italy is reducing the quality and quantity of cows' milk, directly threatening production of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Producers in the Emilia-Romagna region are searching for solutions to adapt to the changing climate. Some fear they may be the last generation to produce parmesan in the traditional way.
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Japanese convenience store chain Lawson will pilot yen stablecoin payments in Tokyo. Simultaneously, fintech company Netstars is launching a merchant payment service supporting USDC, USDT and JPYC. Both initiatives reflect Japan's growing push toward regulated digital currency payments in retail settings.
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Iran has carried out a third round of strikes against its Gulf neighbours as part of an ongoing tit-for-tat exchange with the United States within a single week. The attacks mark a further escalation of the conflict in the region. Tensions remain high and the risk of further military escalation continues to grow.
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The Blood of Dawnwalker director Konrad Tomaszkiewicz, who previously helmed The Witcher 3, has revealed that the RPG's combat system draws inspiration from two unexpected titles: The Witcher 3 and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice. The game is developed by Rebel Wolves studio. The combination suggests a more demanding, precision-based melee system alongside rich narrative RPG elements.
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A total solar eclipse on August 12, 2025 will be visible over Iceland and Spain, sparking a massive tourism boom. Bookings in northern Spain have surged by 2,300% compared to the same period last year, while globally reservations for that date have risen by 1,050%. Northern Spain is the biggest beneficiary of the eclipse tourism trend.
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For fifty years, workers in northern China have deployed a technique called "straw checkerboards" to combat the advance of desert sands as part of the so-called Green Great Wall project. Scientists have issued a fresh warning that despite half a century of effort, desertification in the region has not been brought under control. Experts are calling for a review of the methods and environmental strategies being used.
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Retro pieces popular among women in their twenties — such as loose blouses, midi skirts and classic coats — also suit a more mature wardrobe. Grandmothers can borrow from their granddaughters' wardrobes without sacrificing elegance, as fashion trends have come full circle. Age is increasingly irrelevant in today's style choices.
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The European Commission is weighing sweeping new restrictions on children's and teenagers' access to social media, including age limits, an outright ban for the youngest users, and phased access for older teens. Platforms could be required to prove their services are not harmful before young people are allowed to use them. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has voiced support for the measures.
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Antonio Milić, a three-time Polish champion with Lech Poznań, is set to join Wieczysta Kraków from next season. The move is considered one of the biggest surprises of the summer transfer window in the Polish Ekstraklasa. The transfer sees the experienced defender leave one of Poland's top clubs for Wieczysta.
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SK Hynix shares suffered their largest single-day fall in company history as investors took profits following the memory chipmaker's Nasdaq listing, Reuters reported. The market began reassessing the company's outlook more cautiously, cooling enthusiasm around artificial intelligence stocks. SK Hynix is one of the key suppliers of memory chips for the AI sector.
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Cardiac surgeon Dr Jeremy London recommends consuming at least four tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil daily, citing scientific research shared on his Instagram. Studies he references show this simple dietary change can reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke by up to 30%. Extra virgin olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats and polyphenols beneficial to the cardiovascular system.
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Six ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday with their AIS transponders switched off, making them difficult to track, Bloomberg reported citing data from maritime monitoring firm Kpler. By Monday morning, radar showed no vessels transiting the strait. Disabling transponders is a known tactic to avoid identification amid ongoing tensions in the region.
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A 97-minute action thriller starring Henry Cavill and directed by Guy Ritchie is topping streaming charts and outperforming the competition. Cavill is well known for his roles as Superman, Geralt of Rivia in The Witcher, and Sherlock Holmes in Netflix's Enola Holmes trilogy. The film's success is driven largely by Cavill's loyal fanbase, who follow his work across both cinema and streaming platforms.
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