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Decisions made by governments and major institutions can shape international relations, travel and economic conditions. This topic brings together those developments and their consequences for people across the region.

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The survival of American democracy depends on taxing billionaires

  • The richest 1% hold over 31% of US wealth.
  • California’s proposed 5% tax could raise about $110 billion.
  • The debate centres on fairness, public funding and billionaire migration.

The article argues that taxing billionaires is vital to funding public services and restoring a sense of fairness, which it sees as important to the health of American democracy. It says extreme wealth gives a small group outsized influence while making it difficult for governments to tax their…

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Blood sugar spikes may be tied to everyday habits you can control, expert says

  • Food, sleep, stress and movement can affect blood sugar.
  • LaValle recommends a 10-minute walk after meals.
  • Poor sleep may disrupt glucose regulation and appetite.

Metabolic health expert Jim LaValle says everyday habits, including food choices, movement, stress and sleep, can affect blood sugar levels. Frequent or prolonged rises and drops may contribute to health problems, so understanding personal responses to meals can help people manage their levels. LaValle suggests checking post-meal glucose…

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Nvidia backs Indian startup helping companies run AI models with fewer GPUs

  • Nvidia joined a $14 million funding round for Simplismart.
  • The startup says it cut InVideo’s GPU serving costs by 56%.
  • Its annualised revenue run rate grew 14-fold in six months.

Nvidia has invested in Bengaluru-based Simplismart, a startup whose software helps companies deploy and operate AI models more efficiently. The funding reflects demand for ways to manage the cost and complexity of AI computing as companies scale their services, and Nvidia is also working with Simplismart on technical…

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Sterling Anderson doesn’t think humanoid robots should be building cars

  • GM aims to halve vehicle development time.
  • Anderson says virtual tests can improve speed and safety.
  • The strategy faces competition and execution risks.

General Motors is reorganising vehicle development around AI, centralised computing and virtual testing, aiming to cut the usual four-to-five-year development cycle to just over two years. Chief product officer Sterling Anderson argues that running thousands of virtual tests can speed design work while improving safety and coverage; he…

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Plus Size Dirndl Guide: Fit, Styles and Confidence

  • Look for genuine pattern grading, not simply enlarged sizing.
  • Check bodice comfort, waist placement and the maker’s measurements.
  • Midi lengths and structured bodices are suggested as useful options.

The article argues that a well-made plus-size dirndl should be specifically re-patterned for fuller figures, rather than simply enlarged from smaller sizes. It says careful grading preserves the dress’s traditional shaping and support, while helping buyers distinguish thoughtfully designed garments from stretched styles. It recommends checking that the…

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The 48-Hour London Escape: How We Navigated the City on Foot

  • Walking can make a short London break cheaper and less rushed.
  • A 300-metre central London Tube trip costs £2.80, the article says.
  • Local guides and landmark routes help visitors navigate on foot.

The article describes a 48-hour London visit spent mostly on foot, arguing that walking can save money, avoid crowded Tube journeys and reveal neighbourhood character missed underground. The writers say travelling between central landmarks on foot made the city feel more connected and allowed them to explore at…

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3 One-Hit Wonders From the 1990s We Hear All the Time in Dentists’ and Doctors’ Offices

  • Three 1990s hits are said to be staples in medical waiting rooms.
  • “Save Tonight” and “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” are dated to 1997 and 1994.
  • The article suggests familiar tunes can help patients relax.

The article highlights three 1990s hits it says are often played in dentists’ and doctors’ waiting rooms, where familiar, easy-listening music may help patients feel more at ease. It focuses on songs that remain recognisable and upbeat decades after their chart success. The selections are Eagle-Eye Cherry’s “Save…

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Fast and the Furious’ Best Line Is Still the Greatest Quote in Franchise History

  • Brian’s quarter-mile speech is named the franchise’s best quote.
  • It captures the series’ mix of danger, freedom and friendship.
  • Furious 7 brought the line back for Brian and Dom’s farewell.

The article argues that Brian O’Conner’s “I live my life a quarter-mile at a time” speech in the 2001 film remains the Fast and Furious franchise’s best quote. It captures the series’ appeal: the freedom of high-speed risks and the bond that begins to form between Brian and…

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Massive Groups of Volunteers Are Ready to Face Down ICE at the Polls

  • Volunteer groups are preparing to monitor polling sites for ICE activity.
  • Around 250 volunteers are expected in Columbus on Election Day.
  • DHS says ICE is not planning operations targeting polling locations.

Volunteer groups across the United States are preparing to monitor polling areas for possible federal immigration enforcement, amid threats from President Donald Trump and allies to deploy agents during the midterm elections. Organisers say visible patrols and rapid reporting could help reassure voters in communities affected by immigration…

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Glasgvegas return with the anthemic ‘Degüello’ and tell us about first album in six years, ‘Airy Fairy’

  • Glasvegas have shared their first new song in six years.
  • ‘Degüello’ leads their fifth album, ‘Airy Fairy’.
  • The album follows a more enjoyable recording process.

Glasvegas have released ‘Degüello’, their first new music in six years, and announced their fifth album, ‘Airy Fairy’. Frontman James Allan describes the anthemic single as a personal effort to move beyond his bad temper and moods, and says he hopes the record’s songs connect with listeners. The…

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