Audi has launched a new V6 turbo-dieselengine in the latest Q5 SUV as well as the A6 sedan, complete with the brand’s latest ‘MHEV plus’ mild-hybrid system and an electric turbocharger. Available to order now in select markets throughout Europe, the new V6 TDI engine is a 3.0-litre unit generating 220kW of power and 580Nm of torque – by comparison, the previous-generation 3.0 V6 TDI made up to 210kW/600Nm.

The Indian rupee on Wednesday slipped past the 90 per dollar mark, a level that once felt distant but now reflects a long, uneven slide that has stretched across four decades. Wednesday's breach came after months of pressure from weak capital flows, persistent importer demand and fresh hedging by companies worried that a softer currency could hurt their costs. The rupee opened near 89.90 and briefly touched 90 in the interbank system, extending an eight-month downturn that has made it one of Asia’s weakest currencies this year.

BYD has strengthened its European credentials with the Seal 6 DM-i saloon and Seal 6 DM-i Touring estate earning a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating. The latest results highlight impressive scores—92% for adult occupant protection and 90% for child safety, thanks to top marks in both frontal offset and side-impact tests. This achievement expands BYD’s list of top-rated models in Europe to nine since its passenger car debut in 2022.

Follow Play Earnings CallPlay Earnings Call Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical Inc. (RARE) Citi Annual Global Healthcare Conference 2025 December 2, 2025 3:15 PM EST Company Participants Eric Crombez - Chief Medical Officer & Executive VP Conference Call Participants Yigal Nochomovitz - Citigroup Inc., Research Division Presentation Yigal NochomovitzCitigroup Inc., Research Division We can get started. Welcome, everyone. I'm Yigal Nochomovitz, one of the biotech analysts at Citi, and welcome to our Global Healthcare Conference in Miami.

Time passes, on average, 477 millionths of a second faster per day on Mars than on Earth thanks to the impact of Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity. Scientists say this will have repercussions for future navigation and communication networks that may span the inner solar system. Neil Ashby and Bijunath Patla of NIST, the National Institute of Standards and Technology in the U.S., calculated the time discrepancy between Mars and Earth by considering the strength of gravity on Mars (which is five times weaker than on Earth), the velocity and eccentricity of the Red Planet's orbit around the sun, and the gravitational influence of not only the sun but also Mars' nearest neighbors, Earth and our moon.

ITBP Recruitment 2025: The Indo Tibetan Border Police has released the official Notification for the recruitment of Deputy Judge Posts. The total number of vacancies for ITBP Recruitment 2025 is 07. The ITBP Recruitment 2025 Notification has been released on 02 December 2025 and Online Application will be accepted from 02 December 2025 to 31 December 2025. The elig9ible candidates can apply for ITBP Recruitment 2025 from the official website.

One-Punch Man Season 3 has arrived with high expectations, but the reaction from fans has been mixed, with a lot of attention now focused on the production pipeline and animation quality. The first episodes generated excitement for continuing Saitama’s story, but as the season progressed, viewers began noticing inconsistencies in the animation. Some scenes were.

As we get older, everyday sounds that once felt natural—like conversations, doorbells, or birds chirping—can slowly become harder to hear, often without us noticing right away. Hearing loss is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide, and it can impact communication, confidence, and overall quality of life if left unaddressed. Because hearing loss often happens so subtly, most people who suffer from it wait several years before seeking help.

Porsche 911 ‘GT2 RS’ Evocation, 1990, 61.4k miles - sold for £80,400 Everyone has their own idea of what the holy grail Porsche 911 is. For some, it’ll be an original S/T or the pumped-up RSR, while others yearn for the latest and greatest from the boffins at Weissach. But there’s a good chance most will have an original 993 GT on their list.

Former White House Council of Economic Advisers acting chair Tomas Philipson calls the Dell family’s $6.25 billion pledge to children a ‘tremendous effort’ and chimes in on President Donald Trump’s income tax proposal on ‘The Bottom Line.’ President Donald Trump suggested Tuesday that Americans may "not even have income tax to pay" in the near future, saying tariff-driven revenue could allow for the historic elimination of the federal income tax under his tenure.

Across the world, governments are introducing increasingly tough policies to reduce smoking rates amongst adult populations and prevent young people from accessing nicotine products.    In the UK, we have the introduction of one of the strongest pieces of anti-tobacco legislation in the world with the Tobacco and Vapes Bill. This will introduce a generational smoking ban, making it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after 1 January 2009.

We had the fantastic privilege of meeting and speaking with Shouta Aoi, a Japanese singer and voice actor who visited the Philippines for his performance at the Japanese Anime Music concert at Cosplay Mania 2025. He shared with us his passion for singing and voice acting, his connection with fans worldwide through music, and the secret behind his iconic voice.

Imagine slipping on your sleek Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses, ready to embrace the innovative fusion of fashion and technology. But as you navigate your day, small frustrations creep in, your glasses’ battery dies mid-meeting, outdoor glare obscures your view, or the audio lacks the punch you expected. These moments reveal a truth many overlook: even the most advanced gadgets can fall short without the right enhancements.

Toyota recently introduced a new luxury sub-brand above Lexus, dubbed Century. Named after the luxurious Century sedan that’s been on the Japanese market for more than 50 years, Toyota’s new ultra-premium brand promises an entire line of posh people movers designed to take on the likes of Rolls-Royce. Best of all, they will have gas engines. In a recent interview with Australia's…

Jefferies raises Persimmon stock price target to GBP18.15 on premium brand benefits

7 Reading Time: 7 minutes Choosing the right intensive outpatient program can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re asking how long are most IOP programmes and what commitment they require. While the length of an IOP varies by needs and goals, most IOP programmes last long enough to build momentum in the recovery process without disrupting daily life. This first section explains the type of programme, level of care, and benefits of an IOP so you can understand how an outpatient treatment programme fits into addiction recovery or mental health care.

If you buy something from a link in this article, we may earn a commission. Learn more ARTICLE – The HOTO Cordless Leaf Blower targets a specific problem: most leaf blowers are overkill for apartment balconies and small patios. This IF Gold and RED DOT award winner weighs under 3 pounds without the battery and charges via USB-C, positioning it as the leaf blower equivalent of a city car.

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Remembrance Day is always a poignant occasion, and this year the staff and residents at West Farm Care Centre came together to mark it in a truly meaningful way. Through creativity, reflection, and community spirit, the home ensured that the sacrifices of the past were remembered with dignity and respect. In In the days leading up to November 11th, residents and staff worked side by side to create paper poppies.

Twenty-nine newly-launched Starlink satellites are now in low Earth orbit. A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying the internet broadband relay units lifted off from Space Launch Complex 40 at the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on Tuesday (Dec. 2). The Starlink satellites were successfully deployed 1 hour and 5 minutes after the 5:18 p.m. EST (2218 GMT) liftoff.

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 electric vehicle (EV) lineup has been dramatically pared back for model year 2026 (MY26), and the base price has risen by $6400 – following range-wide price increases for MY25 of $2300. Hyundai has axed the 63kWh battery/125kW electric motor configuration that previously opened the electric SUV range, leaving all Ioniq 5s with an 84kWh battery. The range has been pared back to just four variants: the base Ioniq 5 with rear-wheel drive, now with a new 19-inch alloy wheel design; the Ioniq 5 Elite RWD (formerly the Dynamiq); the all-wheel drive N Line Premium (replacing the Epiq); and the flagship N.

A lot is happening across global markets... from India’s record GDP reading to volatile commodities, geopolitical tensions, and the rupee hitting fresh lows. ET Markets spoke to Abhishek Banerjee, CEO & Founder, Lotusdew Wealth to decode what all this means for the Indian markets and investors. Excerpts: India GDP vs Market Reaction Q. India’s GDP came in at 8.2%, yet markets barely reacted.

Nick TriggleHealth correspondent Getty Images The public inquiry into the Covid pandemic has cost the government more than £100m to respond to so far, the BBC has learnt. This is on top of the £192m spent by the inquiry itself - meaning the cost to the taxpayer is over 50% more than previously thought. The government spending covers legal advice and staffing costs – at last count a team of 248 were working across key departments to produce evidence for the inquiry.

Hydropower is a crucial component in the global pursuit of clean energy, yet climate change and land-use and land-cover changes present significant challenges to its sustainability. A recent systematic review led by Emmanuel Kekle Ahialey, Professor Amos Tiereyangn Kabo-Bah, and Professor Samuel Gyamfi from the University of Energy and Natural Resources, Ghana, examines the impact of these environmental factors on hydropower production and its future development.

CBSE Recruitment 2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Group A, B , C Posts. The total number of vacancies for CBSE Recruitment 2025 is 124. The CBSE Recruitment 2025 Notification has been released on 2 December 2025 and Online Application will be accepted from 02 December 2025 to 22 December 2025.

The new season of One-Punch Man has sparked an unusual trend among fans: week-to-week “fix list” posts. After each episode airs, viewers quickly share detailed critiques online, pointing out animation mistakes, pacing issues, and inconsistencies in art or direction. This has become a regular ritual, with fans compiling long lists of perceived flaws and offering.

James Bricknell/CNET Testing 3D printers is an in-depth process. Printers often don't use the same materials, or even the same process to create models. I test SLA, 3D printers that use resin and light to print, and FDM, printers that melt plastic onto a plate. Each has a unique methodology. Core qualifiers I look at include: Hardware quality Ease of setup…

Nissan has unveiled the new X-Trail e-Power e-4ORCE at the Thailand International Motor Expo 2025, strengthening its electrified product push in the region. Priced at 1,699,000 baht, the SUV pairs Nissan’s series-hybrid e-Power system with the brand’s e-4ORCE electric all-wheel-drive technology. Powering the X-Trail is a 1.5-litre turbocharged variable-compression engine that acts solely as a generator, producing 144 PS and 250 Nm.

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The government has hailed data showing 99% of GP practices now keep online consultation systems on through core hours in line with updated contract requirements, but failed to acknowledge the impact of the change on the profession. 
 
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At CEATEC 2025, Sony showcased its latest personal thermo device, the REON POCKET PRO *, a high-end evolution of the REON lineup that began in Japan in 2020. Even though we could not touch the unit, the Sony representatives provided detailed explanations of what makes this new model substantially more capable than previous generations. Based on what I saw and what the Sony representatives explained, the…

It was little more than a year ago - November 6th, 2024 - that the first reviews of the Alpine A290 landed; no customers received their cars until earlier this year. And yet already the regular A290 is old news, replaced in the Alpine line-up for 2026 by the A290+. Nothing moves quite so fast right now as the electric car market. 

Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., said he’ll accelerate the confirmation process for Trump’s forthcoming Fed nominee, while insisting the next chair must stay above politics and focus squarely on lowering rates, boosting affordability and stabilizing prices. EXCLUSIVE — Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott, R-S.C., told FOX Business he will push for an "accelerated path to completion" after President Donald Trump…

A Russian spaceflyer was pulled from SpaceX's next astronaut mission for violating U.S. national security regulations, according to a media report. Oleg Artemyev, of Russia's space agency Roscosmos, had been manifested on SpaceX's Crew 12, a four-person mission scheduled to launch toward the International Space Station (ISS) as early as February. Fellow cosmonaut Andrei Fedyayev recently took his place, a "decision made in connection with Oleg Artemyev’s transfer to another job," Roscosmos officials said today (Dec.

The new Honda Passport hit dealerships earlier this year, and it proved a hot commodity out of the gate. Rightfully so; Honda’s mid-size SUV is hugely improved for 2026. Through the end of September, the company moved 41,450 Passports, an increase of 74.8 percent compared to September 2024. Those numbers look even better through November. The Honda Passport had a record November, with 4,363 examples finding new homes.

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A highly respected Australian medical doctor, lawyer, researcher and disability advocate will travel to the UK next year to take part in a ground-breaking course on empathic healthcare for clinicians and educators. Dr Dinesh Palipana was the first quadriplegic medical intern in Queensland and works in the emergency department at Gold Coast University Hospital as well as lecturing at Griffith University, where he co-leads the BioSpine spinal cord injury research team.

The premiere of One-Punch Man Season 3 has sparked a lively discussion among fans and critics alike. After years of waiting, the return of Saitama, Genos, and the Hero Association was expected to be a high-energy, action-packed spectacle. Instead, the first episode took a slower, more deliberate approach, focusing on world-building, character reintroductions, and setting.

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3 Reading Time: 3 minutes It’s a common workplace story: December hits, and suddenly the office turns into a ghost town of checked-out employees chasing holiday cheer over deadlines. But let’s challenge that myth head-on. Data from just last year shows UK workers are bucking the trend, with 89% staying productive through the festive period and over half actually report a surge in output driven by year-end deadlines and the drive to finish strong.

Maternal care is crucial for offspring survival across species. Pardosa pseudoannulata (Araneae, Lycosidae), a natural predator of insect pests in agroecosystems, is known for its hunting abilities and maternal care behaviors, including eggsac-carrying and pulli-carrying behaviors. Pulli-carrying refers to the female spider carrying her offspring (pulli) while exhibiting low levels of cannibalism. Neuropeptides are closely linked to maternal care in animals.

It’s no secret that loud sounds can make dogs scared, nervous and anxious, especially since they have much better hearing than humans. Since dogs have a much more sensitive hearing, they can easily get frightened by fireworks, thunderstorms, and other loud noises. More importantly, exposure to high noise levels can potentially result in something called NIHL (Noise Induced Hearing Loss) in dogs.

The Perodua QV-E is not only the first model from the Asian automaker to be designed and engineered in-house, it’s also Malaysia’s first locally developed electric vehicle (EV). Despite looking vaguely like a squished Toyota C-HR, the QV-E isn’t based on a Daihatsu, like all Perodua models have been until now. The QV-E’s platform was developed in conjunction with Magna Steyr, and can, reportedly, with a few modifications support hybrid and range-extender EV drivetrains.

The government on Tuesday decided to exercise green shoe option with clear intention to divest 6 per cent stake in Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) through offer-for-sale following overwhelming response from investors on the first day of subscription. The OFS of BoM opened for subscription earlier on Tuesday for non-retail investors at a floor price of Rs 54 per share. On the first day, it subscribed over 400 per cent of the base size 38.46 crore shares, triggering exercise of green shoe option of additional 1 per cent.

West Farm Care Centre recently marked by an Appreciation Day dedicated to celebrating the incredible staff who have worked for Cramlington House Ltd for five years or more. It was a heartfelt event that honoured the dedication, compassion, and commitment of the team members who make the centre such a warm and caring place. This year, an impressive 22 staff members were recognised for their long-standing service across the Group.

Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are fantastic opportunities to upgrade your photography gear for less. But what if you've left it a little late? Cyber Monday may be behind us, but you can still save on cameras from Canon, Sony and Nikon, all trusted camera manufacturers. You can trust our deals, too. Our experts have gone to great lengths to dig out deals that genuinely save you money on that camera's typical price.

The 2026 Apple Watch lineup is shaping up to deliver refined enhancements rather than dramatic transformations. With the Series 12 and Ultra 4 models, Apple appears to be focusing on incremental improvements that enhance functionality and user experience. While major design overhauls are unlikely before 2028, these updates are expected to solidify Apple’s position as a leader in the smartwatch market.

Geely Auto, in partnership with Jameel Motors, has officially stepped into the Italian market—marking a significant milestone in the brand’s European expansion strategy. The launch introduces two headline models aimed at tapping into Italy’s fast-evolving EV and hybrid landscape. Leading the lineup is the Geely EX5, a fully electric SUV promising up to 425 km of range, positioning it as a practical urban and commuter-friendly option for Italian buyers.

This article was written by Follow Fred Piard, PhD. is a quantitative analyst and IT professional with over 30 years of experience working in technology. He is the author of three books and has been investing in data-driven systematic strategies since 2010. Fred runs the investing group Quantitative Risk & Value where he shares a portfolio invested in quality dividend stocks, and companies at the forefront of tech innovation.