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French President Emmanuel Macron to visit *** for state visit in July French President Emmanuel Macron to visit *** for state visit in July Reuters French President Emmanuel Macron will visit the *** for a state visit in July, Buckingham Palace has said. The King and Queen will host the president and his wife Brigitte Macron at Windsor Castle. The visit will take place from 8 July to 10 July. This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version. You can receive Breaking News on a smartphone or tablet via the BBC News App. You can also follow @BBCBreaking on X to get the latest alerts. Source link #French #President #Emmanuel #Macron #visit #state #visit #July Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Child ******* abuse: updated rules to address new technological risks | News Child ******* abuse: updated rules to address new technological risks | News Updating the EU-wide definitions of the crimes linked to child ******* abuse (CSA), the proposal endorsed by MEPs also adapts them to new technologies. The aim is to improve cooperation between national authorities on investigations and prosecutions and on victim support. Higher punishments and no limitation periods In their amendments, MEPs propose to raise the maximum punishments for a number of CSA offences, including for ******* activities with children above the age of ******* consent who do not consent. Other examples are recruiting children for exploitation in prostitution, possessing or distributing CSA material, and offering remuneration for certain CSA crimes. MEPs also want to abolish limitation periods for crimes covered by the updated law, since statistics show that the majority of victims only speak about their experiences a long time after the offence occurred. Victims should also be able to seek compensation indefinitely. New technological crimes To bring EU laws up to date with technological developments, MEPs want to criminalise explicitly the use of artificial intelligence systems “designed or adapted primarily” for CSA crimes. They have also endorsed provisions on the livestreaming of CSA, and dissemination online of related material. To make investigations more effective, MEPs are pushing for the possibility to conduct undercover investigations and employ covert surveillance methods, including “honeypots”. Definition of consent and exemptions for peers MEPs want a new definition of consent specifically for children who are above the age of ******* consent. No member state should criminalise consent-based interactions between peers, if it involves no abuse of trust or dependency, they argue. Pretending to be a peer should, however, be a punishable aggravating circumstance. Reporting and victim support Child victim support should be free of charge and include medical and forensic examinations, help with documenting evidence, gender-sensitive medical care and access to ******* and reproductive healthcare. MEPs want this to be in line with the Barnahus model, where services come together under one roof to support child victims. The committee report states that reporting mechanisms should have adequate funding and be user-friendly and gender-sensitive. Third parties, such as civil society organisations, should also be able to report crimes. Quote Rapporteur Jeroen Lenaers (EPP, Netherlands) said: “We need to make sure our laws to fight child ******* abuse are up to date and that we criminalise new phenomena, including so-called “instruction manuals” that facilitate abuse, livestreamed abuse and deep-fake CSA material. We also want tougher punishments and more mechanisms for reporting abuse. Because it often takes decades for victims to come forward, we need to abolish the limitation periods for these crimes. We owe it to victims to support them properly through the legal process and ensure that justice is done.” Next steps The Civil Liberties Committee adopted the draft position by 57votes in favour, 0 against, and with 0 abstentions. Parliament will debate and vote on this position in plenary during its 16-19 June session, after which negotiations with Council on the final form of the law can begin. Background The recast directive on ******* abuse and ******* exploitation of children, child ******* abuse material and solicitation of children includes measures to harmonise EU countries’ definitions of and punishments for crimes, covering both online and offline activity. A separate proposal for a regulation on child ******* abuse material is also being discussed by lawmakers. The European Parliament adopted its position on the draft regulation in 2023; legislative talks can begin once Council reaches a common position. Source link #Child #******* #abuse #updated #rules #address #technological #risks #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

ASX rallies to 11-week high on a temporary tariff pause ASX rallies to 11-week high on a temporary tariff pause A trade deal between the US and China led to a rally on the ASX, with energy and information technology stocks leading the way. The benchmark ASX 200 index gained 35.50 points or 0.43 per cent to 8,269, with six of the 11 sectors finishing in the green. The broader All Ordinaries also jumped 43.70 points or 0.52 per cent to 8,510.70. The *********** dollar jumped 0.71 per cent and is now buying 64.16 US cents. Camera IconThe ASX rose on the back of a US- China trade deal. Photo: Gaye Gerard / NewsWire Credit: News Corp Australia Australia’s sharemarket jumped after US President Donald Trump announced the White House was cutting tariffs to 30 per cent and China’s tariffs will be reduced to 10 per cent for the next 90 days. Businesses directly linked to the US or China were among the major winners during Tuesday’s trading. Payment providers Block shares soared 5.86 per cent to 84.90 while Zip also jumped 8.77 per cent to $198, on the back of the trade pause which is predicted to boost US consumer activity. Corporate Travel Management, which previously flagged pressures on its US business also soared 9.94 per cent to $13.27 as did fellow travel business Flight Centre also finished higher up 5.21 per cent to $13.74. Kitchen appliance maker Breville Group initially soared following the trade announcement before settling up 7.76 per cent to $32.77 on trade boost. The major miners also jumped, with BHP finishing up 2.11 per cent to $39.21, climbing 2.13 per cent to $119.85 and Fortescue Metals leading the way up 2.66 per cent to $16.60. Capital. Com senior financial market analyst Kyle Rodda said the *********** market followed a strong bounce in US markets. “There was some strength in energy and tech stocks matching the rally we saw on Nasdaq overnight and overall a much more buoyant market sentiment,” he said. “There was some confidence in the outlook that although there might be a hit to global growth, perhaps it will be little more than a short, shallow downturn and investors can look beyond that and go back into equities.” Camera IconDefensive stocks were heavily sold off. Picture Newswire/ Gaye Gerard. Credit: News Corp Australia Mr Rodda said the market was jumping on cyclicals which could be the winners from the trade announcements. “Energy is a really clear example just because of how much oil prices moved and how much downside there was for oil if tariffs remained in place and global trade slowed considerably,” he said. The ‘risk on’ market rally had an impact on some of the more defensive parts of the market with consumer staples, telcos and utilities underperforming. The two major supermarket chains were among the most heavily sold off with Woolworths shedding 3.7 per cent to $31.56 and Coles slumping 3.4 per cent to $21.52. It was also a mixed day for Australia’s big four banks, with the index overall underperforming, although still closed in the green, rising 0.1 per cent. On a positive note, Westpac gained 1.8 per cent to $31.64 and ANZ added 0.5 per cent to $28.51 while CBA dipped 0.6 per cent to $166.14 and NAB fell 0.2 per cent to $35.61. Pharmaceutical stocks also rebounded from a steep sell-off in recent weeks, on the back of Mr Trump signing an executive order to slash the price of prescription drugs in the US. This is thought to have an impact on prices other countries will pay for their medicines including Australia. Clarity Pharmaceuticals soared 15.3 per cent to $2.57, while Telix Pharmaceuticals were up 3.64 per cent to $25.36. In corporate news PolyNovo was among the top gainers surging 14.3 per cent to $1.67 after announcing a successful human trial on its BTM device used to treat and manage type-1 diabetes. Source link #ASX #rallies #11week #high #temporary #tariff #pause Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

GTA IV HD Remaster Reportedly In Development For PS5, Xbox Series & PC GTA IV HD Remaster Reportedly In Development For PS5, Xbox Series & PC ApocalypseShadow973d ago I liked Niko. But GTA 4 was boring with boring matrix tint and too many needy people. If there was an option to throw that cell phone, I would have done it. I stopped playing it mid way because it just wasn’t GTA 3 fun. Red Dead made simple chores a chore. That ain’t fun. And is a beautiful game mired in misery. GTA 5 brought back the less serious feeling. Which was needed. Keep the fun. Keep the grit. Keep the parody on real life. But don’t make the same development mistakes in GTA 6 Rockstar. Gamers liked GTA 3, Vice City, San Andreas and GTA 5 because they’re more fun and open to what you want to do in an open world game while still having a great story. My opinion. Source link #GTA #Remaster #Reportedly #Development #PS5 #Xbox #Series Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Philippine volcano briefly erupts, belching ash plume into the sky Philippine volcano briefly erupts, belching ash plume into the sky MANILA, Philippines (AP) — A restive volcano in central Philippines briefly erupted Tuesday, spewing a 4.5-kilometer (2.8-mile) ash plume and debris into the sky as its rumblings were heard nearby. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said a moderately explosive eruption occurred at the summit crater of Kanlaon Volcano before dawn, lasting five minutes based on seismic and infrasound data. “The eruption generated a greyish voluminous plume that rose approximately 4.5 kilometers above the vent before drifting to the southwest,” the institute’s bulletin added. Ash fell in at least nine villages southwest of the volcano on Negros island, but no injuries or damage was reported. A level 3 alert — out of a scale of five — that was put in place during Kanlaon’s eruption in December remained unchanged, with officials keeping a 6-kilometer (3.7-mile) danger zone off limits. The alert means the volcano is in a state of magmatic unrest, with increased chances of short-lived, moderately explosive eruptions that could generate volcanic hazards. Kanlaon also briefly erupted in April. Its eruption in December prompted the evacuation of thousands of villagers to emergency shelters as the volcano continued showing signs of restiveness. The 2,435-meter (7,988-foot) volcano is one of the country’s 24 most active volcanoes. In 1996, three hikers were killed near the peak and several others were later rescued when Kanlaon erupted without warning, officials said then. The Philippines is located in the so-called Pacific “Ring of Fire,” a region prone to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. The archipelago is also lashed by about 20 typhoons and storms a year, making it one of the world’s most disaster-prone countries. Source link #Philippine #volcano #briefly #erupts #belching #ash #plume #sky Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

The Xperia 1 VII is a greatest hits of Sony R&D – The Verge The Xperia 1 VII is a greatest hits of Sony R&D – The Verge The Xperia 1 VII is a greatest hits of Sony R&D The VergeSony Xperia 1 VII review: Camera, photo and video quality GSMArena.comRumors Indicate Sony to Unveil Xperia 1 VII Smartphone Later This Week No Film SchoolSony’s Xperia VII will capture smooth video without you even looking BundleLatest Sony Xperia 1 VII leak indicates potential price hike Notebookcheck Source link #Xperia #VII #greatest #hits #Sony #RampD #Verge Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray end coaching partnership after six months working together Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray end coaching partnership after six months working together Andy Murray will no longer be working as Novak Djokovic’s coach. The decision, which is said to be by mutual agreement, means Murray will not be by Djokovic’s side when he chases an eighth Wimbledon title in July. Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, joined forces with Murray in November. Under Murray, the Serb reached the semi-finals of the *********** Open, ultimately retiring injured after losing the first set. The 37-year-old has had a difficult season by his high standards, losing his first match in four of his past five tournaments, as well as being beaten in the Miami Open final by 19-year-old Jakub Mensik. “Thank you, coach Andy, for all the hard work, fun and support over last six months on and off the court – really enjoyed deepening our friendship together,” Djokovic said. “Thanks to Novak for the unbelievable opportunity to work together, and thanks to his team for all their hard work over the past six months,” Murray added. “I wish Novak all the best for the rest of the season.” Source link #Novak #Djokovic #Andy #Murray #coaching #partnership #months #working Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Motorola Razr 60 Ultra First Impressions Motorola Razr 60 Ultra First Impressions Motorola has finally updated its iconic Razr series with the latest Motorola Razr 60 Ultra. Motorola has made sure to bring new upgrades over the years to its Razr series, and this time, the latest flip phone comes with its fair share of flagship features. The latest flip foldable smartphone has a compact body, offers an impressive Dolby Vision display, and packs the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra comes with a price tag of Rs. 99,999. That said, does it make sense to flip to this one? We got to spend some time with the device, and here’s what you need to know. The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is sure to be one of the most beautiful flip phones available on the market, and it also costs less than the flip phones from premium brands like Samsung. The company has made sure to provide a silky and luxurious feel with the Razr 60 Ultra. The company has come up with three different Pantone colours this time for the back panel. You have Mountain Trail, which offers a wooden finish. The Rio Red comes with an eco-leather back, while the Scarab colour option is made in the iconic Italian brand Alcantara. The smartphone is available in Mountain Trail, Rio Red, and Scarab colour options. I got the Scarab colour option for the review, and right off the bat, it looks different. The rear panel offers a silky touch and feel, which makes it comfortable to hold in your hand. The phone also comes with a titanium-reinforced hinge, which looks sturdy when you open it. However, I feel that the weight distribution could have been slightly better, as the top half feels a bit heavier than other flip phones on the market. Interestingly, you also get an IP48 rating with the latest flip phone. We will talk about this in-depth in our upcoming review. Coming to the display, Motorola has left no stone unturned. The inner display comes loaded with a large 7-inch FlexView 1.5K pOLED LTPO screen. The screen offers a resolution of 1224 x 2992 pixels and packs up to 4,000nits of peak brightness. Moreover, the screen also supports a 165Hz refresh rate, 120 percent DCI-P3 colour gamut, HDR10+, Dolby Vision, and up to 300Hz touch sampling rate. The handset packs a 7-inch flexible AMOLED LTPO internal display and a 4-inch external screen. The external display comes loaded with a 4.0-inch pOLED LTPO display that comes with up to 3,000nits of peak brightness. The outer display also features 1272 x 1080 pixels, a 165Hz adaptive refresh rate, and comes loaded with Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic protection. I liked the fact that both displays closely match in terms of brightness, and both of them feel fluid and smooth. Both screens are Dolby Vision and HDR10+ certified, meaning that you can enjoy HDR content on Netflix and YouTube with ease. Moving on, Motorola has made sure that the Razr 60 Ultra packs flagship-grade specifications. The foldable smartphone is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor along with Adreno 830 GPU. The device is also loaded with 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.1 storage. The handset runs on Android 15, and the company promises three years of OS upgrades and four years of security updates. The Moto AI comes with an interesting set of features. Interestingly, the latest model also comes with Moto AI, which is loaded with some interesting features. There is a dedicated key on the left side to access the personal AI-powered assistant. And with this, you can ask Moto AI pretty much anything. You can ask the assistant to summarise, record, save photos, record screen, create images, text notes, take screenshots, and more. We will discuss more of the AI features in the upcoming review. The Motorola Razr 60 Ultra is loaded with a dual-camera setup on the outer display. You get a 50-megapixel primary sensor with f/1.8 aperture and OIS support, coupled with a 50-megapixel ultra-wide-angle lens that also doubles as a macro sensor. On the front, the handset also features a 50-megapixel front camera with an f/2.0 aperture. During the initial testing, the photos do look sharp and dynamic during the day. The selfie camera also captures decent images in a brightly lit environment. The handset comes with a dual-camera setup with a combination of a 50-megapixel primary sensor and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens. Lastly, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra packs a 4,700mAh battery. The handset supports 68W TurboPower fast charging support along with 30W wireless charging. Apart from this, you get a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. In terms of connectivity, you get 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.4, GPS, NFC, and a USB Type-C port. To conclude, the Motorola Razr 60 Ultra sure looks like an interesting flip phone in 2025. The company has made sure to provide a luxurious look and feel while still maintaining a sleek and light profile. The handset also comes loaded with flagship-grade features and specifications, which puts it in direct competition with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6. Source link #Motorola #Razr #Ultra #Impressions Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Memorial to be held for police officer who went missing surfing in Byron Memorial to be held for police officer who went missing surfing in Byron Family, friends, colleagues and colleagues have been invited to honour police officer Jay Notaro, who went missing while surfing in Byron Bay in March. Source link #Memorial #held #police #officer #missing #surfing #Byron Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

14 people die from drinking toxic liquor in India 14 people die from drinking toxic liquor in India NEW DELHI (AP) — At least 14 people died and six were hospitalized in critical condition after consuming toxic liquor overnight in northern India, police said Tuesday. Seven people were arrested on allegations they supplied the toxic liquor in five villages around 19 kilometers (12 miles) from the city of Amritsar in northern Punjab, senior police officer Maninder Singh said. The police have launched a crackdown to destroy the network of spurious liquor supplies in the area following the incident, Singh said. The local administration deployed medics to the villages to check on people who drank the contaminated liquor, said Sakshi Sawhney, a senior government official in Amritsar. Those showing symptoms are being shifted to hospitals to ensure the death toll doesn’t rise, said Sawhney. Investigators have not said what ingredients were suspected of causing the deaths and sickness. In India, deaths from consumption of contaminated liquor manufactured locally is rampant, mainly in rural areas, as people lap them up for cheaper prices. Source link #people #die #drinking #toxic #liquor #India Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump starts Gulf visit seeking big economic deals – Reuters Trump starts Gulf visit seeking big economic deals – Reuters Trump starts Gulf visit seeking big economic deals ReutersTrump arrives in Saudi Arabia to kickstart Middle East trip CNNDonald Trump lands in Saudi Arabia as Gulf visit to seek economic deals begins – US politics live The GuardianTrump Heads to the Middle East Focused on Business Deals, Not Diplomacy The New York TimesMiddle Eastern states compete to wow Donald Trump The Economist Source link #Trump #starts #Gulf #visit #seeking #big #economic #deals #Reuters Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

US PGA Championship 2025: Jordan Spieth seeks career Grand Slam US PGA Championship 2025: Jordan Spieth seeks career Grand Slam Spieth’s CV consists of 13 PGA Tour wins, three majors and a Ryder Cup haul of eight wins and three ties from 18 matches. It is certainly impressive – but perhaps not the amount of victories he initially threatened to post. Going three years without winning a tournament is anathema to a man who seemed poised for a long run as world number one. “I know there is pain involved in not winning,” says Fields. “All golfers develop scar tissue.” After winning The Open in almost miraculous fashion in 2017 – his three-shot lead going into the final round was wiped out in four holes before he picked up five shots in four holes from the 14th to win by three – Spieth has only two more victories on his resume. In that time, he has got married, had two children with a third on the way, done a heavy amount of work on his swing and, last year, had significant surgery to fix a long-standing wrist injury. His major record has been inconsistent over the past five seasons with four top-10 finishes in the sport’s biggest tournaments. “His whole life has been in evolution,” says Fields. “But nothing has changed in his brain. I just think he is re-balancing. Rory did the same thing – I think Tiger did it five times. “It doesn’t change who these guys are.” Like McIlroy, Spieth is one of golf’s most recognisable personalities. A player whose glorious highs are mirrored by devastating lows – all conducted to the soundtrack of his on-course chatter with stoic caddie Michael Greller. Nevertheless, Fields is convinced Spieth will start winning tournaments again and, as if to underline his old coach’s confidence, he raced up the leaderboard on the final day at the Byron Nelson in nine under par to finish fourth, his lowest round for four years. It was the third time he has finished in the top 10 so far in 2025. “I guess all that there is to say is that it feels close,” Spieth said afterwards. “I’m not going to try to force anything, and this was a good improvement.” In the past, Spieth has talked about winning the career Grand Slam at the US PGA Championship as “the elephant in the room” and that doing so would feel like he had “accomplished golf”. Before McIlroy’s Masters win, the other five members of that exclusive club had all completed golf’s holy grail within three attempts. Now on his ninth try, Spieth is in his best shape for years to finally accomplish the feat. Source link #PGA #Championship #Jordan #Spieth #seeks #career #Grand #Slam Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Cycling buddies caught up in public funding probe Cycling buddies caught up in public funding probe An under-investigation school infrastructure boss, the man overseeing his agency and a contractor hired to work there all rode their bikes together. Source link #Cycling #buddies #caught #public #funding #probe Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

New York Post Shreds Major Donald Team Trump Claim About His Motives New York Post Shreds Major Donald Team Trump Claim About His Motives The typically Donald Trump-promoting New York Post joined the chorus of criticism over the president’s Qatari jet controversy as it urged him to “think twice” before accepting a $400 million luxury Boeing 747-8 from the emirate’s ruling family. Trump, who is in the Middle East this week, has defended the reported imminent gift, which will reportedly be used as Air Force One and then transferred to the Trump Presidential Library Foundation upon his leaving of office. But the tabloid’s conservative editorial board warned of potential conflicts of interest, stated that Qatar is “famous for seeking to buy influence,” cautioned how the “gift” will be “far from free” and said “the optics are beyond awful, especially as Congress mulls hundreds of billions in Medicaid cuts.” The newspaper’s board damningly concluded: “Team Trump claims the president’s actions are all meant to benefit the nation, but given all the foreign investments and conflicts of interest — and now a $400 million plane — they seem designed to benefit the president more than anything.” Read the full editorial here. Related… Source link #York #Post #Shreds #Major #Donald #Team #Trump #Claim #Motives Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Hasan ******, Popular Left-Wing Streamer, Says He Was Detained at Airport – The New York Times Hasan ******, Popular Left-Wing Streamer, Says He Was Detained at Airport – The New York Times Hasan ******, Popular Left-Wing Streamer, Says He Was Detained at Airport The New York TimesTwitch star HasanAbi says he was detained, questioned by border agents The Washington PostPolitical Pundit Hasan ****** Questioned by US Customs at Airport Bloomberg.comStreamer Hasan ****** Says He Was Questioned by U.S. Border Agents at Airport About ******, Trump Rolling StoneLeftwing pundit Hasan ****** says US border agents stopped and questioned him on Trump and Gaza The Guardian Source link #Hasan #****** #Popular #LeftWing #Streamer #Detained #Airport #York #Times Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Man allegedly stabbed during altercation in apartment building car park Man allegedly stabbed during altercation in apartment building car park A manhunt is underway after a man was left critically wounded after he was allegedly stabbed at a block of units on the NSW Central Coast. Emergency services rushed to the apartments on Gertrude St in North Gosford following reports of a stabbing about 6.30am on Tuesday. Police found a 38-year-old man with stab wounds to his upper body in the basement. He was treated at the scene and rushed to hospital in a critical condition. Brisbane Water Police Chief Inspector Colin Lott said three residents who lived at the unit block were allegedly involved in an altercation at the building’s car park. Camera IconInspector Colin Lott says a man is fighting for his life after an alleged stabbing at an apartment block. Credit: News Limited “Other neighbours around the area came out to see what was happening, they saw the two persons of interest leaving the scene and the male victim was bleeding profusely,” he told reporters. “The male was lying on the ground near the elevator of the unit block and there was a large amount of blood. “There was also a blood trail of where he had run from as well.” Police are looking for a man of Pacific Islander or Maori appearance, he has a thin build and is aged in his mid-20s. They are also looking for a thin caucasian woman aged about 20. “Anyone able to identify the man and woman, or with further information about the incident, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers,” a police spokesman said. Source link #Man #allegedly #stabbed #altercation #apartment #building #car #park Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

New Small Russian Cruise Missile Captured By Ukrainian Intelligence New Small Russian Cruise Missile Captured By Ukrainian Intelligence Ukraine’s military intelligence service has released details of a new Russian cruise missile, the S8000 Banderol, that it claims makes extensive use of components sourced from foreign manufacturers, including in the United States. Unusually, the missile was apparently developed for launch from drones and has reportedly already been used in combat in the war in Ukraine. An infographic prepared by the GUR showing the Banderol cruise missile and some of its foreign-sourced components. GUR photo The claims about the Banderol were made by the Ukrainian Defense Ministry’s Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR), which has also published photos of the weapon, which little was known about previously. A product of the Kronstadt company, which is best known for developing drones, the Banderol is said to be primarily intended for launch from the firm’s Orion uncrewed aerial vehicle, which is roughly similar in size to an MQ-1 Predator. At least one photo has appeared that purportedly shows a Banderol missile under the centerline of an Orion drone, apparently during testing in Russia. The Russian name Banderol approximately translates to package, or small parcel, in English. Likely Banderol loitering munition on the ground (perspective exaggerates it’s size) and under Orion drone. Banderol has been reported as one of the munition used in recent strikes and appears to use a jet engine and a FAB-100 warhead or similar. pic.twitter.com/j50DUsNuVe — krakek (@krakek1) April 27, 2025 A Kronstadt Orion-E reconnaissance and combat drone at the Dubai Airshow in 2021. Photo by Andrea DiCenzo/Getty Images Andrea DiCenzo Subsequently, the GUR says the missile will be adapted for launch from Mi-28N Havoc attack helicopters, a type that you can read more about here. A pair of Mi-28N attack helicopters. aviation-images.com/Universal Images Group via Getty Images aviation-images.com Powered by a small jet engine and fitted with pop-out wings, the Banderol has a range of 500 kilometers (311 miles) and a speed of 500 kilometers per hour (310 mph), according to the GUR. The warhead reportedly weighs 250 pounds. The GUR also claims that the Banderol is more agile than other Russian cruise missiles, suggesting that it may be intended to use flight profiles that are better able to evade Ukrainian air defense systems. Although the GUR doesn’t mention details of operational use of the Banderol, the detailed technical study that the agency provides suggests that it had access to one or more relatively intact examples of the missile, recovered after they crashed or were brought down by air defenses on Ukrainian territory. Unconfirmed accounts suggest that the missile has been used to attack targets in southern Ukraine on multiple occasions. The GUR’s analysis also provides a full rundown of what it says are foreign components used in the Banderol, part of an extensive effort that involves “around 30 companies” providing “more than 20 key components,” and potentially more that have not been identified. The various non-Russian components are said to include the missile’s powerplant, an SW800Pro jet engine from the ******** Swiwin company. SW800Pro jet engine. GUR photo The GUR also identifies an RFD900x telemetry module (either sourced from Australia or a ******** copy of the original), an inertial navigation system (“likely of ******** origin”), rechargeable batteries from Murata (Japan), and Dynamixel MX-64AR servo drives from Robotis (South Korea). Dynamixel MX-64AR servo drive. GUR photo A close-up of the Dynamixel servo drive. GUR photo There are also “almost two dozen microchips” in each missile, “from U.S., ********, Swiss, Japanese, and South Korean manufacturers,” the GUR adds. These are supposedly sourced mainly by the Chip and Dip network, one of Russia’s largest electronics distributors and a company that’s also under sanctions. Other components of the Banderol are apparently from Russian production, including a Kometa digital antenna for satellite navigation, designed to reduce the ability of enemy jamming. This equipment is also used in Geran long-range one-way attack drones and in various glide bombs. The use of foreign-sourced components in Russian-made weapons, especially drones and missiles, is by no means new. Notably, the GUR previously claimed it found dozens of Western-made components in the Russian S-70 Okhotnik-B (Hunter-B) flying wing drone that was downed over Ukrainian territory last year, in an incident you can read about here. Clearly, despite sanctions, components manufactured outside of Russia are being used in weapons employed in Ukraine. In particular, microelectronics and other high-tech components are found regularly in Russian defense products. A photo of some of the microchips Ukrainian intelligence said it found in the communications system of a Russian Barnaul-T air defense system. Ukraine intelligence photo Russian weapons “depend on foreign components,” the GUR has stated on its database. “Without them, they cannot continue to fight, occupy, and kill.” As of November last year, the GUR said it had found more than 4,000 foreign-made components in nearly 150 captured or recovered Russian weapons. As we have explored in the past, components vital to Russia’s war in Ukraine don’t necessarily have to be sourced directly from the manufacturers. With a massive and largely unregulated market for recycled microelectronics, in particular, largely emanating from China, there are plenty of other options. Meanwhile, the SW800Pro jet engine that is said to power the Banderol is available to buy on the AliExpress website for around $16,000. It is mainly offered for aeromodellers. A rear view of the Banderol cruise missile showing the exhaust. GUR photo Kurt Vinion In addition, many useful components can be found in innocuous appliances and other non-military items. These kinds of items are much harder to prevent from falling into the wrong hands, although U.S. officials have the authority to prevent shipments of dual-use items if they consider the application to have critical military uses. Already, U.S. government agencies have issued sanctions against hundreds of companies around the world that provide Russia with technology, although obviously certain items are still making it through. Russia “has decades of experience evading export controls and sanctions, building a system of transshipment routes, cultivating networks of diverters in third countries, and employing sophisticated deception tactics,” the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) noted last year. “Malign actors go to great lengths to circumvent government restrictions and established company compliance actions, evading even the most sophisticated screening and due diligence efforts.” It’s worth noting, too, that Iranian and North Korean weapons used by Russia and recovered by Ukraine have also been found to contain large amounts of Western components. While the use of foreign components in weapons used by Russia in Ukraine is not new, the use of the Banderol cruise missile appears to be a novel development. We don’t know for sure, at this point, how the cruise missile was used, but the concept of a weapon of this type launched by a drone is an unusual one. While a relatively slow- and low-flying drone like the Orion would be a much more vulnerable launch platform than a fixed-wing tactical aircraft, the range of the Banderol would mean it could be launched a considerable distance from the target, including from across the border, in Russian airspace. For many months now, Russia has been seeking to expand the number of weapons it has for standoff strikes on Ukrainian targets. Mounting losses of Russian tactical aircraft to Ukrainian ground-based air defenses highlighted the need for weapons that can strike targets surgically at and well behind the front lines. Most notoriously, Russia fielded the UMPK, a fairly crude type of guided glide bomb that has caused considerable difficulties for Ukrainian air defenses ever since its introduction around early 2023. The UMPK series was followed by the UMPB, a more refined winged precision-guided bomb. A UMPK glide bomb strapped on a Su-34 Fullback strike aircraft. Russian Ministry of Defense However, these weapons are unpowered. The Banderol’s small turbojet engine elevates it to the cruise missile category, and its reported range of 500 kilometers is very significant, if true. The long range is achieved at the expense of warhead size, with the Kh-69 air-launched standoff missile carrying a penetration or a cluster warhead weighing up to 680 pounds — more than twice as heavy as that reportedly used in the Banderol. The exact guidance method used in the Banderol is unknown, so it’s unclear if the weapon can be programmed with a target’s coordinates after the aircraft has taken off, which would be required for the most time-sensitive targets. The fact that it features an inertial navigation system and a jamming system should provide the weapon with a significant degree of resistance to electronic warfare jamming of the kind that is now increasingly being employed by Ukraine. The addition of satellite navigation, to correct for drift, is also an important factor since an inertial navigation system has accuracy limitations that get more pronounced the longer the weapon travels. A Ukrainian Armed Forces specialist sets an antenna of a signal-jamming system on an armored four-wheel-drive vehicle in an undisclosed location in the Donetsk region on April 30, 2024. Photo by Genya SAVILOV / AFP GENYA SAVILOV Overall, while the Banderol might have limitations compared to higher-end cruise missiles used by Russia, it’s obviously a lower-cost solution. This is important bearing in mind the number of targets Russia is prosecuting and the fact that more expensive weapons are likely in short supply. This is not only due to the heavy campaigns of airstrikes, but also Russia’s limited ability to manufacture high-technology weapons — at least without access to Western components. Meanwhile, if it’s the case that the Banderol is optimized for launch from non-traditional platforms, namely drones and attack helicopters, it means that Russia’s bomber fleets and fixed-wing tactical aircraft can concentrate on their primary roles and use their established weapons. Ultimately, however, the Banderol could also be adapted to launch from other aircraft, too. Especially considering its drone launch, the end result would appear to blur the boundaries between a cruise missile and air-launched effects, an idea that is also fast gaining traction in the United States. Presuming that Banderol is now being used in the conflict, we likely won’t have to wait long to learn more about this intriguing weapon. For Ukraine, meanwhile, the apparent addition of this new and apparently relatively low-cost standoff weapon to the Russian arsenal will be another cause for concern for Ukraine. 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Nintendo Lawsuit Removed an Exciting Feature From Palworld but It’s Back Now Thanks to a Fan Nintendo Lawsuit Removed an Exciting Feature From Palworld but It’s Back Now Thanks to a Fan The survival crafting community watched in dismay last week as Pocketpair announced yet another feature casualty in its ongoing legal battle with Nintendo. This time, the victim was one of Palworld’s most beloved mechanics—using your Pals as living gliders. But where there’s a will, there’s a way. Fans were devastated when Patch v0.5.5 dropped on May 8, forcing players to use boring old glider items instead of soaring through the skies while hanging from their favorite creatures. The change came directly from Nintendo’s relentless patent warfare, but one fan wasn’t about to take this lying down. How Nintendo forced Palworld to clip its wings The patent infringement lawsuit against Pocketpair has been steadily chipping away at Palworld‘s unique features since it was filed last September. The Japanese gaming giant isn’t just protecting Pokémon’s visual style—they’re weaponizing patents on basic gameplay mechanics. Last November, Pocketpair had to remove the ability to summon Pals by throwing Pal Spheres (similar to Poké ******), changing it to a static summon beside the player. Now, the latest casualty is the ability to use creatures like Galeclaw and Celaray as living gliders. Instead, players must equip a standard glider item from their inventory. “We have had to make certain compromises in order to avoid disruptions to the development and distribution of Palworld,” Pocketpair admitted in their statement. Translation: Nintendo threatened to shut down the entire game if they didn’t comply. While Pals will still provide passive buffs to gliding, it’s a poor substitute for the thrill of hanging from your Galeclaw’s claws as you soar across the map at breakneck speed. For many players, this change felt like having their wings clipped—literally. Modders to the rescue: bringing back what Nintendo took away Freedom restored, Nintendo diabolically ignored. | Image Credit: Pocketpair Just two days after Pocketpair‘s forced update, however, modder Primarinabee uploaded “Glider Restoration” to Nexus Mods with a cheeky description: “Palworld Patch 0.5.5? What? That didn’t happen!” The mod cleverly restores the removed feature without requiring players to roll back their game version or miss future updates. “For those of you who love flying with your pals, this mod uses sleight of hand to reverse the sleight-of-hand ‘removal’ of gliding pals,” Primarinabee explains. There’s a small catch—you still need a glider in your inventory—but the mod restores the visual and mechanical joy of soaring with your Pals rather than using a boring parachute. Within just three days of release, the mod has already been downloaded over 700 times, showing just how much players missed this feature. Of course, console players are left out in the cold, forced to use standard gliders while their PC counterparts enjoy the restored feature. It’s yet another example of how Nintendo’s aggressive patent enforcement hurts players more than it protects innovation. What do you think about this latest lawsuit development? Is it protecting innovation or stifling creativity? And have you tried the Glider Restoration mod yet? Let us know in the comments! Source link #Nintendo #Lawsuit #Removed #Exciting #Feature #Palworld #Fan Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Warriors facing elimination after Timberwolves pull away in Game 4 – The Mercury News Warriors facing elimination after Timberwolves pull away in Game 4 – The Mercury News Warriors facing elimination after Timberwolves pull away in Game 4 The Mercury NewsTimberwolves vs. Warriors Game 4 Predictions: Odds, recent stats, trends, best bets for May 12 NBC SportsNBA playoffs: Anthony Edwards erupts late to lift Timberwolves to a commanding Game 4 win over the Warriors Yahoo SportsDo-it-all Randle’s triple-double fuels Wolves’ win ESPNTimberwolves vs. Warriors live updates: Anthony Edwards drives Minnesota to Game 4 win at Golden State The New York Times Source link #Warriors #facing #elimination #Timberwolves #pull #Game #Mercury #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Corruption and Crime Commission report lashes WA Police for arrest of wrong man over stolen boat Corruption and Crime Commission report lashes WA Police for arrest of wrong man over stolen boat WA Police have been lashed by the State’s corruption watchdog over their treatment of a man who was mistakenly arrested twice because officers believed he was another person with a similarly spelled name. Source link #Corruption #Crime #Commission #report #lashes #Police #arrest #wrong #man #stolen #boat Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

‘We have different guidelines for … sensitive populations’ ‘We have different guidelines for … sensitive populations’ The Minnesota Department of Health has updated its guidelines on fish consumption from certain waterbodies in the state based on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance contamination data. What’s happening? MPR News reported in mid-April that the Minnesota Department of Health issued new warnings about PFAS in certain fish. Roughly 44 water bodies in 10 counties, both in the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota, are included in the new guidelines. People should avoid all fish from the Minnesota River Valley ponds and Long Meadow Lake in Hennepin County. Warnings also advise limited consumption of Mooney Lake bass, George Lake walleye, and yellow perch and common carp from Otter Lake, McCuen Creek, Bear Creek, and the Crow River’s south fork. However, guidelines were loosened for one lake, with the Department of Health saying that one serving of smelt caught from Lake Superior per week is OK — previously, it was one serving per month. Why are PFAS concerning? The updated guidelines indicate officials are finding higher concentrations of PFAS in these areas and species. PFAS are synthetic chemicals used in the manufacturing of products like non-stick cookware, stain-resistant fabrics, and food packaging. These forever chemicals accumulate in the body and are linked to certain health issues. According to WebMD, the presence of PFAS can cause high cholesterol, low birth weight, early puberty, childhood obesity, decreased fertility, hormone changes, weakened immunity, thyroid problems, and more health issues. Watch now: Giant snails invading New York City? Angela Preimesberger, who leads the health department’s fish consumption guidance program, said, “It’s really important that people understand that our guidelines are affected by where you’re fishing and who you are, and that we have different guidelines for people that are in sensitive populations.” Sensitive populations include pregnant women, children under 15, and women who are breastfeeding or plan to become pregnant. Other populations are advised to consume these fish with caution and in limited quantities. PFAS also harm the environment. They build up in animals, causing reproductive, immunity, and developmental problems. This can weaken populations and topple ecosystems, reducing biodiversity that is vital to a healthy planet for everyone. What can be done about PFAS in water? Officials have implemented several standards regarding drinking water, swimming areas, and seafood contaminated by high levels of PFAS. However, removing these chemicals is difficult, requiring targeted filtration, osmosis, or ion exchange, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. It can’t be done on a large scale, either. Preventing the manufacture of more forever chemicals is crucial. The 3M Company contaminated groundwater, lakes, and rivers in the Minnesota area for decades. Holding brands accountable for their environmental impact can drive progress toward cleaner water and a cooler planet. Supporting environmentally conscious brands and advocating for strict regulations and corporate policies can also make a difference. Join our free newsletter for easy tips to save more and waste less, and don’t miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Source link #guidelines #sensitive #populations Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

SoftBank Vision Funds swing to annual loss as investment gains slow by 40% – CNBC SoftBank Vision Funds swing to annual loss as investment gains slow by 40% – CNBC SoftBank Vision Funds swing to annual loss as investment gains slow by 40% CNBCSoftBank Profit Jumps Helped by Boost From AI Resilience Bloomberg.comSoftBank Group Posts First Annual Profit in Four Years as It Ramps Up AI Investments WSJJapan’s SoftBank Group books $3.5 billion Q4 profit; beats estimates ReutersSoftbank Turns To Profit In FY On Significant Investment Gain Nasdaq Source link #SoftBank #Vision #Funds #swing #annual #loss #investment #gains #slow #CNBC Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Victoria Health warns of new measles case from returned traveller who visited Pakistan Victoria Health warns of new measles case from returned traveller who visited Pakistan The dangerous measles virus is continuing to spread in Victoria, with a returned traveller who visited Pakistan the latest case to spark an urgent warning from Victoria Health. In an alert issued on Monday, the department lists the Frankston Hospital emergency department waiting room on May 10 from 2.55pm to 3.55pm as the state’s latest exposure site, along with the Frankston Medicare urgent care clinic on May 8 from 9.50am to 10.25am. The Monash University Peninsula Campus at Frankston is also listed for May 5 from 12pm to 2pm. “There is currently an increased risk of measles in greater Melbourne, with a number of public exposure sites identified,” the department’s alert states. “A significant number of recent measles cases have acquired their infection locally in Victoria. “There is also an ongoing risk of measles being imported into Victoria by travellers returning from overseas or interstate.” Measles is a contagious viral illness that causes rash and fever. It can also cause serious health complications, including pneumonia and encephalitis. Young infants and pregnant women are vulnerable to suffering serious complications if they contract the virus, the department warned. The disease, which can be avoided with a vaccine, is spread through the air when someone who is infectious coughs or sneezes. Symptoms of measles include fever, cough, sore or red eyes, runny nose, and feeling generally unwell, followed by a red maculopapular rash. The rash usually starts on the face before spreading down the body and symptoms can develop between seven to 18 days after exposure. People with measles are potentially infectious from 24 hours prior to the onset of initial symptoms until four days after the rash appears. Global case numbers are also rising, potentially exposing *********** travellers to the virus, the department said. “There are currently outbreaks reported in multiple countries and regions, including Pakistan, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, India, Africa, Europe and the ***, the Middle East, and North America,” the alert states. A full exposure site list has been posted to the health department’s website. Camera IconA typical measles rash. Victoria Department of Health Credit: News Corp Australia “Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and others,” the department states. “Anyone who has attended a listed exposure site during the specified date and time or spent time in greater Melbourne from late April should monitor for symptoms and seek medical care if symptoms develop for up to 18 days after the exposure. “Anyone who attended a listed exposure site and is not fully vaccinated for measles may be eligible to receive the MMR vaccine if they present within 72 hours of exposure. “Anyone who is immunocompromised or pregnant and not fully vaccinated for measles should seek medical review if within six days of exposure to a measles case. “Anyone who develops symptoms of measles should seek medical care and testing for measles. “Call the health service beforehand to advise that you may have been exposed to measles and wear a face mask.” Source link #Victoria #Health #warns #measles #case #returned #traveller #visited #Pakistan Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

My second wife says her 2 kids should inherit our estate, but I also have 2 kids. Is that fair? My second wife says her 2 kids should inherit our estate, but I also have 2 kids. Is that fair? “I will leave the $1 million inheritance I received from my parents to my biological daughters.” (Photo subjects are models.) – Getty Images/iStockphoto I’ve been married to my second wife for 10 years. I will leave the $1 million inheritance I received from my parents to my biological daughters. Everything else first goes to my wife or, if she is not around, is split evenly between my stepkids and my biological kids. My wife said that, if I die before her, she plans on leaving everything — our remaining estate — to her two children, who are my stepkids. She argues that my biological kids will already have received a big chunk that I am passing down to them from my deceased parents. Is this fair? The Second Husband Related: ‘My house and car are paid off’: I have $1 million in stocks — so where do I invest $100,000? How your community property is divided will depend on who dies first, unless you both agree to write a trust agreement. – MarketWatch illustration Your inheritance, your choice. Your community property, the surviving spouse’s choice. A spouse’s inheritance is deemed separate property. So it is fair to leave it to your own biological children, if that’s what you want to do. Community or marital property, acquired during a marriage, goes to the surviving spouse. They can do whatever they wish with it. Your wife has made her plans clear. If she dies before you do, however, her kids could have a problem, because you plan to split the estate four ways, reducing your stepkids’ inheritance. So how your community property is divided will depend on who dies first — unless of course you come to an agreement and decide to write a trust agreement. A qualified terminable interest property trust, or a QTIP trust, is not uncommon in second marriages. An A-B trust is another option: The “A” trust is revocable and holds the surviving spouse’s assets, while the “B” trust is irrevocable and holds the deceased spouse’s assets. For assets that don’t go into a trust, you can name your children as beneficiaries or create transfer-on-death deeds. You should, however, avoid putting their names directly on the deeds to ensure that they can take advantage of the step-up in basis, under which they will only pay capital-gains tax based on the fair-market value of the asset upon your death, rather than based on the original purchase price. An adviser will help you structure your trust or trusts. You can also use life-insurance policies as a way to leave your children an inheritance. Story Continues You can also make tax-free gifts to your children during your lifetime. The Internal Revenue Service’s estate-tax exemption on wealth transfers during a person’s lifetime and upon their death is $13.99 million per person for 2025. The annual exclusion for gifts is $19,000 for 2025; it’s double that for married couples. But unless Congress takes action, that exemption is scheduled to revert to the previous level of $5 million in 2026. It’s unfortunate that you and your wife see things differently when it comes to who will inherit your marital property, but at least you are being honest with each other about your plans. Your wife, for instance, is not promising to split your community property four ways and then waiting until after you’re gone to give it to her two children. That seems to happen — in the pages of this column, at least — more times than I’ve had hot dinners. This reader, for example, said his stepmother, who had been with his father for 25 years, was leaving everything to her two kids. “I had a wonderful relationship with my father as well as my stepmother,” he wrote. “Unfortunately, she doesn’t see it the same way I do. And yes, I have spoken to an attorney, and he basically said that there’s nothing I can do except to speak to her and explain to her why some of the money should come back to me.” The truth is, there’s no right or wrong answer. Life is not always built on fairness. Rather, it’s built on relationships, alliances and subjective decision-making about who deserves what. Your two children, whatever happens, will end up with a collective inheritance of $1 million. That’s not a bad outcome. Millions of adult children end up with a fraction of that, no inheritance at all, or an estate that has more debts than assets. It seems like you and your wife can disagree amicably. Related: Americans are ‘doom buying’ coffee, olive oil and soap. What’s the one thing I should stockpile to avoid tariff price hikes? Previous columns by Quentin Fottrell: My husband will inherit $180K. I think we should invest the money. He wants to pay off his $168K mortgage. Who’s right? ‘I’m at a loss’: My boyfriend of nearly 10 years is naming his elderly parents as beneficiaries and giving them power of attorney. Am I right to be upset? ‘We have no prenuptial agreement’: Will my wife be able to take my money if I transfer it to my retirement account? Source link #wife #kids #inherit #estate #kids #fair Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Honda Motor reports 76% plunge in operating profit in huge earnings miss – CNBC Honda Motor reports 76% plunge in operating profit in huge earnings miss – CNBC Honda Motor reports 76% plunge in operating profit in huge earnings miss CNBCHonda Signals Profit Drop as Carmakers Brace for Trump Tariffs Bloomberg.comHonda Guides for Lower Profit Amid Auto Tariff Headwind MSNJapan’s Honda Sees Full Year Profit Sinking 59%, Holding Off EV Canada Plan businesstoday.com.myHonda’s full-year profit drops 24.5% to ¥835.8B breakingthenews.net Source link #Honda #Motor #reports #plunge #operating #profit #huge #earnings #CNBC Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]