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A power outage left tens of thousands of homes without electricity across Paris on Thursday morning.The blackout affected Paris and Hauts-de-Seine, cutting power to 55,000 residences, French media reported.Traffic lights and streetlights went dark, and some metro and suburban train lines stopped running.Commuters and residents faced temporary disruptions to daily routines during the outage. Technical Failure Behind the Blackout Enedis reported the blackout lasted about five minutes, though a few thousand homes remain without electricity.The company traced the problem to a technical incident at the RTE substation in Issy-les-Moulineaux.RTE manages France’s high-voltage electricity transmission and oversees large-scale power distribution.Electricity crews…

Trump signs law demanding swift release of files Donald Trump says he has signed a law that forces the Justice Department to release all federal records linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The law sets a 30-day deadline, though officials may withhold details that endanger active investigations or violate personal privacy. With Trump’s support, the bill passes both chambers with overwhelming approval. Trump shifts his position after strong pressure from survivors and members of his own party. He had earlier dismissed the effort as a partisan distraction before reversing course. He now argues the files may expose information about Democratic figures and…

Anti-capitalists, climate activists, women’s rights groups, and anti-migrant organisations plan protests highlighting poverty and inequality.Police and army paraded on Wednesday with helicopters, K-9 units, and motorcycle officers to show strength before expected demonstrations.South Africa deployed 3,500 extra officers and placed the army on standby under the National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure.Lieutenant General Tebello Mosikili told reporters that authorities anticipate protests in Johannesburg and other major cities.She emphasized authorities will allow protests but enforce lawful limits.Police designated specific areas for demonstrators near the summit venue beside the country’s largest soccer stadium.Airports Company South Africa installed “speakers’ corners” where security will…

Manchester United’s proposal to introduce personal seat licences (PSLs) to help fund the £2bn redevelopment of Old Trafford has been complicated by new government plans to outlaw ticket resales above face value. United’s PSL model, currently under consultation with fans, would allow supporters to buy the right to purchase a specific seat for years to come, separate from the cost of a season ticket. Crucially, early proposals also allowed fans to resell PSL-linked match or season tickets at a profit — something the government now intends to prohibit. Ministers announced legislation (expected in next year’s king’s speech) that will limit…

Civil Flights Temporarily Grounded to Allow Defence ManeuversRzeszów–Jasionka and Lublin airports in eastern Poland briefly suspended passenger services on Wednesday after officials restricted airspace to accommodate military flights near the Ukrainian border. The Polish Air Navigation Services Agency (PANSA) implemented temporary flight limitations, affecting commercial schedules and causing some planes to delay departure or change routes. Authorities said the precautionary measure was aimed at ensuring safety amid intensified cross-border military activity following recent strikes in Ukraine. Airports Reopen as Military Traffic Moves OnLater in the day, normal operations resumed once military flights concluded and air-traffic controllers confirmed the skies were…

The 38th China Golden Rooster Awards celebrated outstanding achievements in film, honoring top performers and productions from across the country. The ceremony highlighted talent in acting, storytelling, and filmmaking. “Good Things” (《好东西》) took home the Best Story Film award, recognized for its compelling narrative and engaging performances. Analysts say the film’s win underscores the continued emphasis on strong storytelling in Chinese cinema. Song Jia was awarded Best Actress for her performance, receiving praise for her emotional depth and nuanced portrayal. Critics noted that her role demonstrated versatility and reinforced her status as one of China’s leading actresses. Jackson Yee (易烊千玺) made…

Court Rejects Monopoly AllegationsA US district judge in Washington ruled that Meta did not break antitrust laws when it bought Instagram and WhatsApp more than ten years ago. The decision marks a setback for the Federal Trade Commission, which sued Meta in 2020 and argued the company used these acquisitions to dominate the social-media market. Judge James Boasberg wrote that the agency failed to prove its claims and concluded that Meta does not hold monopoly power. Meta welcomed the decision and said it faces strong competition every day. Meta Leaders Describe Intense RivalryIn April, Judge Boasberg oversaw a long bench…

Arsenal fear that centre-back Gabriel Magalhães could miss at least a month after suffering a thigh injury while playing for Brazil, dealing a major blow to the Premier League leaders’ title push. The 27-year-old limped off during Brazil’s 2-0 win over Senegal at the Emirates Stadium and has since undergone further tests in London. While Arsenal have not confirmed an exact timeline, the defender is expected to miss the north London derby against Tottenham on Sunday and the Champions League showdown with Bayern Munich shortly afterwards. Depending on the severity, Gabriel could also be absent for league fixtures against Chelsea,…

Pichai warns no business can escape the falloutSundar Pichai says every business will feel the effects if the AI market fractures. He told a major British news outlet that today’s surge in AI investment marks an “extraordinary moment” but also shows clear traces of “irrationality”. He highlighted growing concern in Silicon Valley as valuations rise fast and companies pour huge sums into expanding AI systems. Pichai said his firm can handle a downturn but still faces exposure. “I think no company is going to be immune, including us,” he said. Interview reveals deep industry challengesPichai discussed energy demand, delayed climate…

Germany stormed into next year’s World Cup with a ruthless 6-0 demolition of Slovakia, sealing top spot in their group and sending their opponents into the playoffs. Four first-half goals – from Nick Woltemade, Serge Gnabry and a Leroy Sané brace – ended the contest early, with Slovakia unable to cope with Germany’s intensity. Ridle Baku and debutant Assan Ouédraogo added late goals, the latter becoming Germany’s youngest scorer at 19. The Netherlands also booked their place at the finals with a dominant 4-0 win over Lithuania. Tijjani Reijnders opened the scoring before second-half goals from Cody Gakpo, Xavi Simons…