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A complex system drives soaring prices The UK now ranks as the most expensive place to build nuclear plants, according to a government review. The report blames an overly complex bureaucracy for pushing costs above global levels. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer ordered the review to trigger a radical reset of nuclear policy. The taskforce says simpler rules could save Britain tens of billions and reverse years of decline. The government aims to roll out a new generation of nuclear plants to secure energy supplies and support net-zero goals. Fragmented oversight slows progress The review highlights a fragmented safety system…

Virgil van Dijk has delivered a blunt assessment of Liverpool’s struggles, admitting the reigning champions are “in a mess” and questioning whether all players are taking responsibility for the team’s collapse in form. Speaking after Liverpool’s 3-0 home defeat to Nottingham Forest, the captain said the performance was “unacceptable” and that “panic kicked in” once Forest took the lead. The loss left Liverpool in the bottom half of the Premier League table, having suffered six defeats in their last seven league matches. Van Dijk acknowledged that the squad is letting down manager Arne Slot and insisted the team must take…

Scientists have long hypothesized that Theia, a vanished planet, collided with Earth to create the Moon.Astronomers in France, Germany, and the United States analysed ancient lunar and terrestrial rocks to track Theia.New research suggests Theia formed much closer to the Sun than previously believed.The giant impact theory proposes that debris from Theia struck Earth 4.5 billion years ago.The collision ejected material that later coalesced to form the Moon.Theia’s disappearance erased direct chemical evidence, leaving its origin and composition uncertain for decades.Jake Foster of the Royal Observatory Greenwich calls the research exciting and precise.He emphasizes that scientists now trace a planet…

A Weekend Filled With Frustration Lewis Hamilton expresses deep frustration after another difficult race weekend in Las Vegas. The seven-time world champion starts last after a slow qualifying session. It is the first time in his 19-year career that he qualifies last purely on pace. He climbs into the points early, but he cannot pass Nico Hülkenberg’s Sauber. He struggles on medium tyres and finishes tenth. Hamilton calls the result “terrible” and says he sees “nothing positive” in the day. He tells a UK radio station that he only wants the season to end. He adds that he does not…

Revised Website Draws Swift BacklashThe CDC updated important sections of its website on Wednesday. The changes question long-established scientific findings on vaccine safety. The new wording suggests that studies have not ruled out a link between vaccines and autism. Experts say these claims distort the evidence and mislead the public. Subtle Phrasing Aims to Create DoubtThe updated bullet points argue that the phrase “vaccines do not cause autism” lacks strong evidence. The phrasing implies major gaps in research on infant vaccines. Specialists describe this approach as a deliberate way to raise uncertainty. Alison Singer from the Autism Science Foundation says…

A Washington state resident has become the first known person to die after being infected with the rare H5N5 strain of bird flu, health officials confirmed, though they stressed that the overall risk to the public remains low. The individual, an older adult with underlying medical conditions, had been hospitalised since early November with symptoms including high fever, confusion and respiratory problems. According to the Washington State Department of Health, the person lived in Grays Harbor County and kept a backyard flock of domestic poultry that had been exposed to wild birds. Health authorities said no other people connected to…

Trump met Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani Friday and struck a surprisingly cordial tone.He previously called Mamdani a “100% Communist Lunatic” and a “total nut job.”Mamdani had criticized Trump’s administration as “authoritarian” yet greeted him warmly.Both men focused on shared goals to improve New York rather than past conflicts.Trump praised Mamdani, saying conservatives might be surprised by his democratic socialist approach.Mamdani stood beside Trump in the Oval Office as the president complimented his record.The meeting offered political benefits for both leaders.Mamdani gained national exposure and credibility by speaking directly with the president.Trump gained an opportunity to highlight cost-of-living issues amid rising political…

Analysts are praising Nvidia’s supply chain after the company reported a strong earnings beat. The results demonstrate “strong execution across its vast and complex supply chain,” emphasizing the operational strength that supports its AI business. Despite broader market volatility, Nvidia’s performance shows that demand for AI infrastructure remains powerful. The company’s ability to deliver high-performance chips on schedule reflects both careful planning and operational resilience. The earnings report highlights the importance of an efficient supply chain in sustaining growth. Nvidia’s AI chips, used in data centers and enterprise applications, depend on complex global logistics and precise manufacturing. Analysts say the…

Frank says Tottenham are still far from matching Arsenal’s £100m-level spending, despite recent structural changes at the club. Following Daniel Levy’s removal as chair in September and the Lewis family’s appointment of a new leadership team, Spurs have outlined plans to grow the business and strengthen their sporting prospects. But Frank believes they are not yet at the stage where they can emulate Arsenal, who signalled their ambition by paying £105m for Declan Rice in 2023. Tottenham’s record signing remains Richarlison at £60m. Asked about former manager Ange Postecoglou’s claim that Spurs would never spend £100m on a player, Frank…

The European Commission launches infringement proceedings against Italy for using the golden power rule to block UniCredit’s Banco BPM takeover.The Commission warns that Italy’s rule allows government intervention in banking deals, potentially violating free establishment and capital movement rights.Officials argue that the regulation overlaps with the European Central Bank’s supervisory authority under the Single Supervisory Mechanism.Italy now has two months to respond and correct the issues identified by Brussels. Italy Signals Response Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti confirms Italy will address the Commission’s objections through official channels.He promises a cooperative regulatory proposal to clarify powers and resolve conflicts with EU rules.Giorgetti…