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Swiss glaciers suffer ‘disastrous’ year of ice loss
Swiss glaciers lost over 5% of their remaining ice in the last 12 months, marking a near-record year of melting driven by intense summer heatwaves across Alpine peaks.
Physicists just found the ‘ghost’ of superconductivity
Physicists discovered evidence of pair density waves in uranium ditelluride, a ghostlike superconducting state that persists even after the material loses its superconductivity, offering new insights into unconventional superconductors.
Why has Iraq decided to ban online map service Waze?
Iraq’s communications minister announced plans to ban the navigation app Waze, developed in Israel, effective at the start of 2027, citing the app’s Israeli origins.
Japan’s Okinawa calls for review of US forces pact after killing
Okinawa’s prefectural assembly called for a review of the US military forces agreement following accusations that a US Marine killed a local woman, reigniting long-standing concerns about crimes by US personnel.
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Children’s clothing retailer Carter’s is rebranding to appeal to a new generation of parents
Children’s clothing retailer Carter’s announced a rebrand this week to appeal to Generation Z parents, as the 161-year-old company works to recover from recent financial struggles and store closures.
GM launching new customer software experience with redesigned Chevy, GMC pickups
General Motors is launching a redesigned in-vehicle software experience for its Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups later this year, featuring smartphone-like customization and improved integration with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Tropical Smoothie Cafe is getting a makeover as it prepares for its ‘next 3,000’ locations
Tropical Smoothie Cafe unveiled a redesigned brand identity featuring brighter colors and a new logo as it pursues expansion toward 3,000 locations under Blackstone ownership.
Next forecasts bigger profits after hot weather lifts sales
Next raised its full-year profit forecast by £12m to £1.26bn, marking the fourth increase this year, citing unexpectedly warm weather and better-than-anticipated sales across UK and overseas operations.
Budget airline king Bill Franke warms to first-class seats and premium upgrades
Frontier Airlines, led by 89-year-old Bill Franke, plans to introduce first-class seating and premium amenities next year as budget carriers face mounting cost pressures and competition from larger rivals.
‘It’s awful’: How tariffs, soaring fuel costs and higher interest rates are squeezing American companies
American companies face a three-way squeeze from Trump-era tariffs, surging fuel costs, and rising interest rates, forcing manufacturers and retailers to raise prices or reduce operations.
Why have US prosecutors labelled China’s Huawei a criminal enterprise?
Huawei faces a landmark criminal trial in Brooklyn with US prosecutors alleging the Chinese tech giant spent two decades stealing technology, deceiving banks, and circumventing Iran sanctions.
Central Colombia forest fire threatens tourist town of Villa de Leyva
A major wildfire threatens the Colombian tourist town of Villa de Leyva, consuming 40 hectares of forest as authorities deploy aircraft and firefighters to combat the blaze fueled by severe drought conditions.
Meloni promises to ban burqas, niqabs in Italy’s schools
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced plans to ban burqas and niqabs in schools and limit foreign student enrollment, framing the measures as integration requirements ahead of elections next year.
France’s Macron and Canada’s Carney announce plans to build stronger ties
Canada and France announced plans to deepen cooperation on energy, defence, and space during a joint appearance by Prime Minister Carney and President Macron in Saint Pierre and Miquelon.
‘It’s almost impossible not to feel inspired’: how the story of Terry Fox fired up Canada’s patriotic spirit again
A new documentary premiering this month reveals previously unseen footage of Terry Fox’s 1980 cross-Canada run for cancer research, humanizing the national icon at a moment of renewed Canadian nationalism.
Mum’s viral barefoot race sparks debate over India’s education crisis
A 47-year-old widow in India ran barefoot in a community race to win prize money for her daughters’ education, sparking wider debate about the nation’s education system and family sacrifices.