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London: The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned advertisements from Adidas, Calvin Klein, and Uniqlo after ruling that the companies failed to adequately substantiate environmental claims suggesting certain products were ‘recycled.’ The advertisements, which appeared on Google, promoted products using sustainability-focused language. Adidas advertised ‘recycled running shoes,’ Calvin Klein promoted women’s tops described as ‘recycled,’ while Uniqlo marketed fleece coats and jackets made from ‘recycled materials.’ Following an investigation, the ASA asked each company to provide evidence supporting the claims featured in their advertisements. Adidas responded that it does not operate a dedicated recycled running shoe range but stated…

Manchester, England: Manchester United has secured most of the land required for its planned 100,000-seat stadium, marking a significant step forward in the club’s ambitious redevelopment project. The Premier League side announced last year its intention to build a new £2 billion stadium adjacent to its historic home, Old Trafford. Once completed, the venue is expected to become the largest football stadium in the United Kingdom. The club confirmed it had acquired a 25-acre site located approximately 350 metres northwest of Old Trafford. The land was purchased from industrial property provider Indurent and a portfolio company owned by Blackstone. Collette…

Redmond, Washington: Oracle eliminated approximately 21,000 jobs worldwide over the past year as the technology company continues to restructure its operations around artificial intelligence (AI), according to its latest annual report. The software and cloud computing giant reported having around 141,000 full-time employees as of May 31, 2026, compared with roughly 162,000 employees a year earlier. The reduction represents about 13 percent of the company’s global workforce. In its annual filing, Oracle stated that the adoption of AI technologies across its business operations has already contributed to workforce reductions and could lead to further job cuts in the future. The…

London: The constellation Hercules, one of the most prominent features of the summer night sky, is currently visible high in the southern sky and offers stargazers an exciting celestial target. Although not immediately easy to identify, the constellation can be located with the help of two bright guide stars, making it a rewarding object for skywatchers. Observers can begin their search by locating Vega, the brilliant star in the constellation Lyra, and the orange-hued Arcturus in Boötes. Hercules lies between these two bright stars. The easiest identifying feature is a group of four relatively faint stars forming an uneven quadrilateral…

Los Angeles: Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 has achieved the strongest opening weekend in the history of the animated franchise, generating more than $300 million (£227 million) worldwide during its debut. Released on June 19, the latest installment reunites beloved characters Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear as they confront an unexpected new adversary, a tablet computer. The film’s impressive launch marks a significant success for Disney and Pixar following a period of mixed box office performances. Industry estimates place Toy Story 5 as the second-largest global opening of the year, trailing only The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, which remains…

London: As excitement builds ahead of the release of Grand Theft Auto VI (GTA VI), cybersecurity experts are warning gamers to be on guard against a growing wave of scams offering fake early access to the highly anticipated title. Fraudsters are exploiting the eagerness of fans who have been waiting years for the next instalment in the popular gaming franchise. Many players have reported receiving emails claiming they have been selected to participate in an exclusive pre-release beta testing programme, supposedly allowing them to play the game before its official launch and help identify bugs. However, cybersecurity company NordVPN has…

Paris: French authorities have imposed restrictions on alcohol consumption during parts of the country’s annual Fête de la Musique celebrations as an intense heatwave pushes temperatures close to record levels. The nationwide music festival, which attracts millions of people to streets and public venues every year, is taking place under exceptional weather conditions. With the highest-level heat warnings in effect across 35 French departments, authorities have prohibited alcohol consumption in public spaces covered by red alerts. “For all events organised by the state and its agencies, instructions have been given not to offer alcohol,” the office of Prime Minister Sébastien…

Oslo: Norway is introducing strict limits on the use of generative artificial intelligence in schools, including a near-total ban for primary school pupils, as part of efforts to safeguard learning and address declining academic performance. Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre announced that the new rules will take effect when the next school year begins in late August. The PM noted that excessive reliance on AI could prevent children from developing essential educational skills by allowing them to skip important stages of learning. “The most important thing in school is that our children learn to read, write, and do mathematics,” Støre…

London: The London Marathon has confirmed that its 2027 edition will be staged over two days, allowing a record-breaking 100,000 runners to participate and significantly increasing fundraising opportunities for charities. The historic event, dubbed the ‘TCS London Marathon Double,’ will take place on April 24 and 25, 2027. Organisers believe the expanded format could generate more than £150 million for charitable causes while delivering an estimated £400 million in social and economic benefits to the UK economy. The move comes after months of discussions involving key stakeholders, including the Mayor of London’s office and Transport for London. While concerns were…

Washington: A US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory panel has voted unanimously to recommend the approval of Moderna’s seasonal influenza vaccine, mFlusiva, for adults aged 50 and older. The endorsement marks a major step forward for the company, positioning it to potentially launch the first-ever mRNA-based flu shot in the United States. The Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee voted 9-0 in favor of the shot for adults aged 50 to 64, as well as those 65 and older, an age group that had previously drawn regulatory scrutiny. Under former FDA Commissioner Marty Makary, the agency initially rejected…