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21 US Products That Have Weirdly Different Names In Other Countries 21 US Products That Have Weirdly Different Names In Other Countries There are tons of US products and brands that we know like the back of our hand in the States. Well, what if I told you that, abroad, those same famous products and brands went by different names? NBC Here are 22 US products with different names abroad: 1.Lays are called “Walkers” in the United Kingdom and Ireland PepsiCo / Via amazon.com, PepsiCo / Via amazon.com Named after the British manufacturer, Walkers Snack Foods Limited, the tasty snack still proves you can’t eat just one. 2.Sour Patch Kids are called “Very Bad Kids” in France Mondelez International Pronounced “Petits Chéris” if you speak French. Oui or no? 3.Mr. Clean is “Mr. Proper” in England Mr. Proper deserves a holiday and a biscuit after a knackered day on the job. 4.Burger King is called “Hungry Jack’s” in Australia Ilbusca / Getty Images, Kokkai Ng / Getty Images Named after the *********** franchise owner, Jack Cowin. In a way, he’s the “*********** Burger King.” 5.Kraft Mac & Cheese is simply “Kraft Dinner” in Canada Michael M. Santiago / Getty Images Younger me would average four “Kraft Dinners” a week. 6.DiGiorno is called “Delissio” in Canada Adding an extra “S” to the brand name, delisio means “delicious” in Italian. Related: People Are Sharing Their Go-To Food Hacks They’re Shocked More Home Cooks Don’t Already Know 7.Dove Chocolate is called “Galaxy” in other countries like the United Kingdom, Ireland, India, and the Middle East. It would make sense that the company Mars, Incorporated would stick to “space-themed” brand names. 8.Axe is called “Lynx” in other places, such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. If you ask me, Lynx sounds cooler, but whatever helps sales. You do you, Axe. 9.Cool Ranch Doritos are called “Cool American” in certain European countries. Spauln / Getty Images American. 10.Campbell’s is called “Batchelors Condensed Soup” in the United Kingdom and Ireland. DJClaassen / Getty Images A licensing expiration led to the name change, despite it still being called “Campbell’s” here in the States. Related: “If I See This, I’m Out”: People Are Sharing The Recipe Steps That Immediately Make Them Want To Stop Cooking 11.Smarties are called “Rockets” in Canada. Canada has a candy similar to M&M’s called “Smarties.” So the name change makes sense to avoid any confusion. Imagine expecting chocolate and getting a roll of these little guys. 12.A 3 Musketeers bar is called a “Milky Way” in Europe…and a Milky Way bar is called a “Mars” bar. My brain hurts (lol). 13.Always brand pads are called “Whisper” in countries like Australia. Stay happy, Always…I mean, Whisper. 14.Frosted Flakes are called “Frosties” in most of Europe Kevin Carter / Getty Images They’re more than good. They’re blooooody brilliant! 15.Olay has gone by various names globally, including “Oil of Ulan” (Australia) and “Oil of Ulay” (***). It was also called “Oil of Ulaz” in some European countries. 16.Starburst are called Opal Fruits in the United Kingdom. Fun fact, Opal Fruits came first in the ***! They went global in the late ’80s with the rebranded name “Starburst.” 17.Diet Coke is known as “Coca-Cola Lite” in a number of European countries, including Italy. Kevin Carter / Getty Images Are you a “diet” or a “lite” person? 18.Tide is called “Ace” in Latin America. Joe Raedle / Getty Images Short and sweet. Other names include Daz (***) and Vizir (parts of Europe). 19.KFC is called “PFK” in Canada. Jetcityimage / Getty Images PFK stands for Poulet Frit Kentucky, which is simply the French translation of Kentucky Fried Chicken. 20.Budweiser is simply called “Bud” in most parts of Europe Ansonsaw / Getty Images And no one was the -weiser. *Pauses for an eruption of laughter.* 21.Finally, TJ Maxx is called TK Maxx in the United Kingdom and Australia. Robert Alexander / Getty Images The retail chain TJ Hughes already existed, so it’s easy to understand why the name was changed to avoid confusion. Can you think of any products or brands that are named differently in other countries? Comment below! Also in Food: “It’s Delicious, Easy, And Cheap!”: People Are Sharing The Inexpensive Meals They Actually Love Also in Food: Don’t Feel Bad If These “Beginner” Food Trivia Questions Leave You Baffled – You’re Not Alone Also in Food: “We Are VEGETARIAN! We Eat CHICKEN!”: Chefs And Servers Are Revealing The Unhinged Orders That Will Haunt Them Forever Source link #Products #Weirdly #Names #Countries Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

US transportation secretary plans to reduce flights at Newark airport – The Guardian US transportation secretary plans to reduce flights at Newark airport – The Guardian US transportation secretary plans to reduce flights at Newark airport The GuardianAnother equipment outage impacts flights at Newark Liberty International Airport CNNAnother Newark air traffic control outage confirmed, FAA lifts construction-related ground stop Fox BusinessRadar screens at Newark airport went ****** again overnight ABC NewsLooking to change your travel plans to avoid Newark Airport? Here are some alternatives Bergen Record Source link #transportation #secretary #plans #reduce #flights #Newark #airport #Guardian Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Basel hopes for diversity and inclusion at Eurovision amid tensions Basel hopes for diversity and inclusion at Eurovision amid tensions TIL BUERGY/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock Executive head of production Tobias Aberg is preparing St. Jakobshalle in Basel for the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest The Swiss city of Basel is going into party mode this weekend, as it prepares to welcome the Eurovision Song Contest. It’s been 36 years since Switzerland last hosted the contest, after Celine Dion won in 1988, so the wait to roll out Eurovision’s famous turquoise carpet has been long. Switzerland hosted the first ever Eurovision at Lugano in 1956, but its record since Dion’s victory in Dublin has been mixed. Between 2007 and 2010, and again between 2015 and 2018, its entries failed to even qualify for the final. Swiss singer Nemo finally won last year with The Code. EBU The Swiss broadcaster, SRGSSR, has put up posters emphasising unity Perhaps because of that, Basel is determined to make this contest memorable for all the right reasons. At 1.3km (0.8 miles), its turquoise carpet will be Eurovision’s longest ever, stretching from Basel town hall, across the river Rhine all the way to the Eurovision village. The head of Basel’s government, Conradin Cramer, believes his city of just 175,000 residents is the natural home for Eurovision’s estimated half a million visitors. Because of its borders with both France and Germany, Basel is “the heart of Europe”, he says. What’s more, he points out, the city has a long humanist tradition; when other cities in medieval Europe were cracking down on free thinkers, Basel welcomed them. So Basel, with its geographic location and its history of tolerance, and Eurovision with its tradition of inclusivity and diversity are, he says “the perfect match”. Basel Tourism This year’s Eurovision is taking place in the St. Jakobshalle in Basel Last year’s contest in Malmo attracted thousands of pro-************ demonstrators and further protests against the war in Gaza are expected in Basel too. Police have not yet released their plans to manage this, but have said that everyone should have the right to express their opinion, as long they stay within the law, and do not risk the safety of others. Throughout the contest they say 1,300 officers will be on duty. Basel has also unveiled a security operation to ensure visitors can enjoy the song contest safely. They are promising “mobile awareness teams”, safe retreats for victims of violence or hostility and a 24-hour hotline. The concept, which Basel officials describe as unique, aims to prevent violence, ******* assault or harassment, and racist aggression and insults. The awareness teams, recognisable by their pink jackets, will be available 24 hours a day across the city. Basel’s security director Stephanie Eymann said the teams were a “low-threshold” measure to give visitors a chance to report harassment or assaults, and seek protection, even if some might not want to approach the police. The entire town appears to have embraced the event, with turquoise welcome flags now waving from every lamp post. Tickets for the contest itself sold out in minutes, but Basel is promising that there will be “something for everyone”, ticket or no ticket, and most of it will be free. “There will be concerts all over the city, there will be art projects,” says tourism director Letizia Elia. Basel has 40 museums and galleries in a space of just 37 square kilometres, a record for a European city, and they are all getting involved. An exhibition featuring works by Andy Warhol, Mark Rothko, Wassily Kandinsky, and Pablo Picasso has opened at the Beyeler Foundation, where Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone’s We are Poems rainbow sculpture sits on the roof. There’s also a Glitz and Glam exhibition at Basel’s museum of natural history. The celebrations have spread across Switzerland, with competitions across the country for the best school band – the top four will get a spot on stage in Basel. Head of Basel’s government, Conradin Cramer, Raphael Bouvier, curator of the Beyeler foundation, Basel tourism director Letizia Elia. Diana Segantini, of ESC’s public value section present an exhibition on Eurovision But hosting an event like Eurovision is never hitch-free, and this one is no exception. The final choice of Basel as a venue was only made at the end of August last year, allowing just over seven months to organise everything. Then came objections from evangelical Christian groups, who claimed Eurovision undermined traditional family values and that performers regularly sang about satanism and the occult. They gathered enough signatures to force a referendum aimed at banning public money for the event. But on 24 November voters gave a huge yes to the song contest; with 66.6% approving Basel’s budget of almost $40m. Conradin Cramer had expected a referendum, because “that’s how Switzerland works, it’s perfectly fine.” But he was still delighted at the size of the vote in favour: “It shows this is a city where people really want to do this.” He is very conscious that the global debate around diversity and inclusion has changed in the year since Swiss singer Nemo became the first non-binary person to win Eurovision. The overriding message of Basel, Mr Cramer says, is “everyone is welcome”. Reuters Last year’s winner Nemo was greeted by fans offering non-binary flags upon their return to Switzerland On-stage and in the dressing rooms though, things are stricter. EBU, which runs the contest itself, has stuck to its rules saying performers can only bring their own national flags onstage or into the green rooms. This means that they will not be able to fly the Pride flag or that of any other gender identity or sexuality. Fans, however, will be able to bring whatever flags they like into the arena. Last year Swiss winner Nemo did wave a non-binary flag during the performance, but said he had to ‘smuggle’ the flag in. This year LGBTQ+ groups say they are disappointed the EBU has not relaxed the rules. “Banning our symbols is a slap in the face for the LGBTIQ community’, said Swiss group Pink Cross. “It sends the wrong message at a time when ****** communities across Europe are facing increasing hostility.” EBU has said that the guidelines were designed to create clarity and balance explaining: “Eurovision needs no flag to demonstrate its alliance and celebration of the LGBTQ+ community.” Across the Atlantic, Donald Trump’s administration is actively removing government support for diversity and inclusion measures, and he is asking partnered European institutions (including some Swiss universities) to do the same. That’s why Basel, says Mr Cramer, should take a stand, even if the EBU will not. “These are our European values. People and nations are coming together in a friendly championship. Whoever you are, if you are young, if you are not that young, if you are straight, if you are gay, if you are female, male, or if you are non-binary, this is all perfectly fine. And I think this is not just what Basel stands for, this is what Europe should stand for.” So if everyone is welcome, how do they get there? The host country being Switzerland, punctual transport is catered for. Swiss railways is laying on hundreds of extra trains. In Basel, the trams will run 24 hours a day. And, for those who are really in Eurovision mode, there is even a karaoke tram, where passengers can take a free 90-minute journey right across town, all the while singing their hearts out. Source link #Basel #hopes #diversity #inclusion #Eurovision #tensions Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says “this is the most optimistic I’ve been in my entire career about finally getting the FAA fixed” United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says “this is the most optimistic I’ve been in my entire career about finally getting the FAA fixed” United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby said “this is the most optimistic I’ve been in my entire career about finally getting the FAA fixed” as Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has called for increased investment amid major outages and delays at Newark Liberty International Airport. “I and others in the aviation industry have been working on this for decades, and I think we’re finally– we’ve turned the corner, and we have the commitment,” Kirby said on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan.” Air traffic control and aviation more broadly has been under the microscope in recent months, following January’s deadly midair collision over Washington, D.C., several close calls and the more recent outages. And on Sunday, there was another 45-minute ground stop due to another equipment outage. On Friday, the second air traffic control outage in two weeks occurred at Newark Liberty International Airport, with air traffic controllers losing radar and the ability to communicate with some planes for up to 90 seconds in both instances. The second outage came as flight schedules were returning to normal following a series of delays and cancellations since the initial outage on April 28. Meanwhile, the Trump administration announced plans Thursday to overhaul the air traffic control system by replacing the technology at sites across the country and building a number of new coordination centers. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the undertaking would cost “billions — lots of billions,” while deferring to Congress on the final number. Kirby said in an interview with CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O’Keefe of his optimism in the reforms to the Federal Aviation Administration that the commitment to overhauling the system is “across the board.” “It’s bipartisan, it’s bicameral,” Kirby said. “Senate, House, administration, Secretary Duffy — across the board, a commitment to getting this fixed. We know how to do it.” The issue isn’t new, with commitments to overhauling the FAA spanning back decades, and often enjoying bipartisan support. But Kirby said what he believes makes this time different is the funding, saying the administration will ask for all the money up front, which “lets you plan the entire project and get the entire project done.” And Kirby said the key players also make him optimistic, calling Duffy “action-oriented” and “committed to getting this done.” In the meantime, Kirby stressed that safety is the entire aviation industry’s top priority, saying that “it absolutely is safe at Newark and in the entire country.” Kirby outlined the extensive training and backup procedures within the industry, saying “we have backups to backups to backups to keep the sky safe” amid outages. “What happens is the pilots look for alternative frequencies,” Kirby said. “They go to alternative centers with alternative radars, and they also have a system in the airplane where they can see its equivalent of radar, they can see their position in the air, in the sky, and all the other aircraft around them.” The United Airlines CEO acknowledged that in the event of outages, the whole system is deliberately slowed down, which can be disruptive to customers, while it prioritizes safety. Kirby said United has proactively reduced the number of flights to create more space at the airport, while the FAA is working with other airlines to do the same. “What happens when they’re short staffed or there’s a technology issue, they slow the airspace down,” Kirby said. “It leads to customer impacts. We have to delay or cancel flights because there are more flights scheduled than can arrive, but it keeps the system safe, and that’s absolutely what they should do.” Kaia Hubbard Kaia Hubbard is a politics reporter for CBS News Digital, based in Washington, D.C. Source link #United #Airlines #CEO #Scott #Kirby #optimistic #Ive #entire #career #finally #FAA #fixed Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Poland once threw its doors open to millions of Ukrainian refugees, but the mood has shifted Poland once threw its doors open to millions of Ukrainian refugees, but the mood has shifted WARSAW, Poland (AP) — In the early months of 2022, as Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began, millions of Ukrainians — mostly women and children — fled to Poland, where they were met with an extraordinary outpouring of sympathy. Ukrainian flags appeared in windows. Polish volunteers rushed to the border with food, diapers, SIM cards. Some opened their homes to complete strangers. In the face of calamity, Poland became not just a logistical lifeline for Ukraine, but a paragon of human solidarity. Three years later, Poland remains one of Ukraine’s staunchest allies — a hub for Western arms deliveries and a vocal defender of Kyiv’s interests. But at home, the tone toward Ukrainians has shifted. Nearly a million Ukrainian refugees remain in Poland, with roughly 2 million Ukrainian citizens overall in the nation of 38 million people. Many of them arrived before the war as economic migrants. As Poland heads into a presidential election on May 18, with a second round expected June 1, the growing fatigue with helping Ukrainians has become so noticeable that some of the candidates have judged that they can win more votes by vowing less help for Ukrainians. “The mood of Polish society has changed towards Ukrainian war refugees,” said Piotr Długosz, a professor of sociology at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow who has carried out research on the views toward Ukrainians across central Europe. He cited a survey by the Public Opinion Research Center in Warsaw that showed support for helping Ukrainians falling from 94% at the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022 to 57% in December 2024. “Many other studies confirm the change in mood,” he said. “At the same time, it should be remembered that helping refugees after the outbreak of the war was a natural moral reflex, that one should help a neighbor in need. All the more so because Poles remember the crimes committed by Russians against Poles during and after two world wars.” Candidates adjust to anti-Ukrainian sentiment Among those to transform the shift in mood into campaign politics is conservative candidate Karol Nawrocki, a historian and head of the Institute of National Remembrance who is the Law and Justice party’s chosen candidate and one of the frontrunners. Law and Justice, still in government in 2022, led the humanitarian response to the crisis along with President Andrzej Duda, a conservative backed by the party who traveled to Kyiv during the war. As Nawrocki seeks to succeed Duda, he is showing ambivalence toward Ukrainians, stressing the need to defend Polish interests above all else. Duda and Law and Justice have long admired Donald Trump, and Nawrocki — who was welcomed at the White House by Trump on May 1 — has at times used language that echoes the American president’s. “Ukraine does not treat us as a partner. It behaves in an indecent and ungrateful way in many respects,” Nawrocki said in January. After Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s tense visit to the Oval Office in February, Nawrocki declared the Ukrainian leader needed to “rethink” his behavior toward allies. Last month Nawrocki vowed that if he wins, he will introduce legislation that would prioritize Polish citizens over Ukrainians when there are waits for medical services or schools. “Polish citizens must have priority,” Nawrocki said in a campaign video. “Poland first. Poles first.” Further to the right, candidate Sławomir Mentzen and his Confederation party have gone beyond that. He has blamed Ukrainians for overburdened schools, inflated housing prices, and accused them of taking advantage of Polish generosity. At an April 30 rally of a far-right candidate, Grzegorz Braun, his supporters climbed up to a balcony on city hall in Biała Podlaska and pulled down a Ukrainian flag that had been hanging there since February 2022 as an expression of solidarity. The political center is adjusting too. Rafał Trzaskowski, the liberal-minded mayor of Warsaw from Prime Minister Donald Tusk’s centrist party who welcomed Ukrainians to his city in 2022, proposed in January that only Ukrainian refugees who “work, live and pay taxes” in Poland be granted access to the popular “800+” child benefit — 800 zlotys ($210) per month per child. The requirements were already tightened recently, and some refugee advocates described it as a concession to far-right narratives. Ukrainians say they’re helping Poland, too Ukrainian Ambassador to Poland Vasyl Bodnar disputes claims that Ukrainians are taking more than they give. About 35,000 receive support without working, he said, but what they receive is only a fraction of what Ukrainians contribute in taxes. He noted that some 70,000 Ukrainian-run businesses now operate in Poland. “Ukrainians are helping the Polish economy to develop,” he told The Associated Press. Małgorzata Bonikowska, president of the Center for International Relations, said that it is normal for tensions to emerge when large numbers of people from different cultures suddenly live and work side-by-side. And Poles, she added, often find Ukrainians pushy or entitled, and that rubs them the wrong way. “But there is still very stable support for helping Ukraine. We truly believe Ukrainians are Europeans, they are like our brothers.” Rafał Pankowski, a sociologist who heads Never Again, a group that fights xenophobia, has tracked anti-Ukrainian sentiment from the start of the full-scale war. At first, the far right was very isolated in its anti-Ukrainian opinions, he said. “What is happening this year is harvest time for all those anti-Ukrainian propagandists, and now it goes beyond the far right,” he said. Kateryna, a 33-year-old Ukrainian who has lived in Poland for years, has seen the change up close. In 2022, strangers often greeted her with sympathetic looks and with the words “Slava Ukraini” (Glory to Ukraine). But then last fall, a man on a tram cursed her for reading a Ukrainian book. This spring, outside a social security office, another man shoved her and screamed, “No one wants you here.” Such incidents remain rare — Poles and Ukrainians co-existing on friendly terms is still the norm. But she feels such incidents were unthinkable three years ago. She asked that her last name not be used because she works as a manager in a company that would require to have clearance to be identified publicly. Her parents remain in Ukraine, and her brother serves in the army. Like many in the region, she believes Ukrainian resistance is keeping Poland safe by holding the Russians at bay. Tensions now, she worries, only serve Moscow. “We must stick together,” she said. 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Bindi Irwin hospitalized for emergency surgery, misses annual Steve Irwin gala – New York Post Bindi Irwin hospitalized for emergency surgery, misses annual Steve Irwin gala – New York Post Bindi Irwin hospitalized for emergency surgery, misses annual Steve Irwin gala New York PostBindi Irwin Misses Steve Irwin Gala Due to Unexpected Medical Emergency People.comSteve Irwin’s daughter, Bindi, rushed to hospital with emergency medical condition Page SixBindi Irwin undergoes emergency surgery after showing signs of ‘discomfort’ and ‘pain’ Fox NewsBindi Irwin Forced to Miss Steve Irwin Gala After ‘Emergency’ Surgery parade.com Source link #Bindi #Irwin #hospitalized #emergency #surgery #misses #annual #Steve #Irwin #gala #York #Post Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Car racing at 135mph on Rainford Bypass seized by police Car racing at 135mph on Rainford Bypass seized by police Merseyside Police Police said the car was “clocked” at 135mph on the Rainford Bypass A car caught racing at 135mph on a bypass has been seized by police. Merseyside Police said the driver was caught after complaints the Rainford Bypass was being used by vehicles “as a racetrack”. The male driver’s car was seized in the early hours of Sunday in Rainford. Police said he had also been given a Section 59 warning for anti-social driving two months earlier. Source link #Car #racing #135mph #Rainford #Bypass #seized #police Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Philips Hue bulb types explained: choose the right lights for your home Philips Hue bulb types explained: choose the right lights for your home So you’ve decided that you want to install Philips Hue lights at home? It’s a great idea (they’re the best smart lights around according to our expert reviewers), but there are so many different types of bulbs, and at very different prices, that it can be hard to know which ones are right for you. That’s where we come in. We’ve put together this guide to help you understand the three main types of Philips Hue lights – White, White Ambiance, and White and Color Ambiance – so you can pick the one that’s right for each corner of your home. Remember, you’re not limited to one type of light within a room; you can have fun mixing and matching to create a setup that’s both functional and atmospheric. For example, you might like to install White Ambiance bulbs in your living room’s main ceiling lights, but add White and Color Ambiance LED strips to your coving to add a touch of drama for movie nights. You may like First though, a word on controls. If you’re only planning to fit one or two Philips Hue bulbs and you’re happy to operate them from your phone, there’s no need to buy anything else. Just select the Bluetooth option in the Philips Hue app, follow the instructions to connect them, and you’re ready to go. If you want to install a lot of lights, or you want to trigger them using devices like cameras, sensors, or a camera, you’ll need a Philips Hue Bridge. This is a small hub that connects to your router and creates a mesh network that links all your Philips Hue devices to one another. The Hue Bridge also lets you connect your lights to the major smart home ecosystems, so that you can control your lights using one of the best smart speakers. Today’s best Philips Hue Bridge deals Philips Hue White Philips Hue White lights can be dimmed, and toggled on and off, but don’t change color (Image credit: Signify) These are the simplest and cheapest Philips Hue lights, but they’re the perfect choice for a lot of rooms. They don’t change color at all, but give a soft, warm white light, and can be triggered or dimmed remotely using the Philips Hue app, or devices like switches and sensors if you have a Philips Hue Bridge. Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. There are Philips Hue White bulbs for all the most common light fixtures, including ****** and bayonet bulbs, and spotlights. I find them particularly useful for cupboards (triggered by a contact sensor when I open the door) and bathrooms. They’re great for hallways too, particularly when triggered by a motion sensor – no more fumbling for a wall switch when you get home at night. Today’s best Philips Hue White deals: Philips Hue White Ambiance Philips Hue White Ambiance bulbs can emit white light at different temperatures (Image credit: Signify) This is where the confusion can creep in. White Ambiance bulbs are similar to the White bulbs above, but with one important difference: they let you change the ‘color temperature’ of the light. You can’t make it purple or lime green, but you can pick a shade of white from cool (blue-toned) to warm (yellow-toned). These bulbs are a particularly good choice for bedrooms, because you can set them to shift from cool light during the day to warmer tones in the evening, helping you wind down and relax ready for bed. They also work well with the Philips Hue Tap Dial Switch, which you can program to shift your smart lights from warm to cool as you turn the knob. If you want to give your light fittings a vintage look, check out the Philips Hue Filament collection, which are White and Color Ambiance lights designed to resemble old Edison bulbs. They look particularly chic in table lamps, or in feature lights without shades. Today’s best Philips Hue White Ambiance deals: Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance If you want to set a mood with RGB lighting, Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance lights are the ones to choose (Image credit: Philips Hue) This is the type of smart lighting that usually comes to mind when you think of the name ‘Philips Hue’. These lights can be set to millions of different RGB colors, which you can define manually or set by choosing a ‘scene’ using the Philips Hue app. You can also use them like White Ambiance lights, picking a warm, cool, or neutral shade of white. This makes them practical for everyday use, as well as for setting the mood for parties and movie nights. Almost all Philips Hue bulbs are available in White and Color Ambiance versions, with the exception of Filament bulbs (having a pink or blue Edison bulb would break the illusion somewhat). White and Color Ambiance bulbs are also used in most of the company’s lamps, such as the Philips Hue Twilight wake-up light. White and Color Ambiance lights are the most expensive way to illuminate your home, but placed carefully they can look stunning. Today’s best Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance deals: You might also like Source link #Philips #Hue #bulb #types #explained #choose #lights #home Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Trump’s tariffs on Canada may stay, but stronger ties possible: U.S. envoy – National Trump’s tariffs on Canada may stay, but stronger ties possible: U.S. envoy – National U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada may not be “totally removed” under a future trade agreement, the U.S. ambassador says, but the two countries are on the path toward a stronger relationship. Pete Hoekstra, who serves as Trump’s envoy to Canada, says there are opportunities to secure new economic and security partnerships on the foundation set by Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to the White House last week. “People have talked about a restart or a reset, and I kind of shy away from that,” he told Mercedes Stephenson in an interview that aired Sunday on The West Block. “Yeah, we had a few rough months and those types of things. But we have strong economic ties, we have strong national security ties, we have personal ties. … There is so much to this foundation. We will be stronger in the future, and watching the prime minister and the president, they both want that same outcome.” Story continues below advertisement However, Hoekstra said Canada should expect some level of tariffs on its exports under a new trade deal, even a rate lower than the ones it currently faces. He pointed to the new framework with the United Kingdom announced last week, which kept a 10 per cent baseline U.S. tariff while opening up the British marketplace to more American goods, as “an example of where we will be moving in the future.” “I’m not sure they’ll be totally removed,” Hoekstra said, referring to ********* tariffs. “There’s some tough issues to negotiate and to talk about. But I think both leaders want to get this behind us and again, focus on creating a framework that will build and bring prosperity to both countries, and we’re not exactly sure exactly what the final agreement may look like.” 3:20 Carney’s visit to Washington for face-to-face meeting redefining relationship with Trump Since entering the White House in January, Trump has levied 25 per cent tariffs on ********* goods, with a 10 per cent rate for energy exports, citing concerns about fentanyl and migrants entering the U.S. from the north. Canada’s auto, steel and aluminum sectors are also facing 25 per cent tariffs, and duties on softwood lumber have been increased. Story continues below advertisement Although exemptions have been made for goods exported under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement on free trade (CUSMA), the tariffs have taken a toll on Canada’s economy with the possibility of a recession looming. Get daily National news Get the day’s top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. The White House has previously said Canada will face a baseline tariff rate of 12 per cent in the event the fentanyl-related tariffs are removed. Hoekstra said trade talks between Canada and the U.S. are being held with an eye toward updating CUSMA — which Trump has called “transitional” — when it comes up for renegotiation next year, but that other issues like fentanyl are also being addressed. More on Politics More videos The ambassador appeared to confirm fentanyl was not the main reason for Trump’s tariffs, despite the president’s regular public complaints about the deadly opioid, including as recently as last month. Less than one per cent of fentanyl seized at U.S. borders comes from Canada, according to U.S. Customs and Border Protection data, which has found fentanyl seizures at the northern border are at their lowest level in two years. “How do we get to the point where we are a fentanyl-free North American continent?” Hoekstra said when describing the conversations between Trump and Carney. “Neither one of our leaders wants to lose one more ********* or one more (American). We’d love to get to zero deaths per day. That’s the kind of objective.” Story continues below advertisement 1:39 U.S. senator questions intel director on omission of Canada from threat report Asked if the Trump administration considers Canada a security threat, Hoekstra responded: “Define security threat.” “You’re not a threat to America, but is it potentially a vulnerability?” he asked. “That’s why there’s been so much focus on the Arctic. We need to outline a plan, and then we have to implement that plan to make sure that the Arctic and our northern borders are not a vulnerability. We can get this done.” Trending Now Canadians could stay visa-free longer in U.S. under proposed bill Inmate suffers bungled execution after firing squad misses target in South Carolina Carney has vowed to bolster Arctic security and get Canada’s defence spending to NATO’s target of two per cent of GDP by 2030. The federal government spent less than 1.4 per cent on defence last year. Getting all NATO allies to the two per cent benchmark quickly has been a top priority for Trump dating back to his first term. More recently, he has called for the threshold to be raised higher, to five per cent of GDP, a level no NATO member — including the U.S. — has achieved. Story continues below advertisement Hoekstra suggested the administration is giving Carney’s government time to lay out his plan before passing judgment. “The president has expressed items that are important to him, are important to the United States of America — let’s give the prime minister and the government the opportunity to respond,” he said. Carney’s visit to Washington to meet with Trump was made just over a week after winning a ********* Liberal government in the federal election. 2:40 Mr. Carney goes to Washington: How did ********* PM’s meeting go with Trump? Hoekstra said he’s hopeful an agreement between the two countries can be reached “relatively quickly” now that the ********* election is in the rearview mirror. He said the meetings behind closed doors, which he was a part of, were as respectful as they were in front of cameras in the Oval Office. Story continues below advertisement “They, I think, established a personal bond, which is important,” he said. “They talked about serious issues. They talked national security. They talked fentanyl. They talked the Arctic. They talked China. … And it was forward-looking.” Most notably, Hoekstra said he believes the meetings quelled any threats toward Canada’s sovereignty, which the ambassador claimed were never truly serious and rather based on Trump’s “love” for Canada. Trump repeated his belief that Canada should become America’s 51st state during the meeting with Carney, who repeatedly shot back that Canada is “not for *****.” “We have moved beyond the 51st state, at least as far as I’m concerned,” Hoekstra said. “The president can bring it up, but it’s clear, if that discussion ever comes up again, it’ll be between the president and the prime minister. And they will deal with it just like they dealt with it on Tuesday: they both expressed their views eloquently, forcefully, and (then said), ‘OK, let’s move on.’” Ultimately, Hoekstra said, “I think the president wants a very positive relationship.” Source link #Trumps #tariffs #Canada #stay #stronger #ties #U.S #envoy #National Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Secret Conclave Exposé Reveals Who Almost Beat Leo Secret Conclave Exposé Reveals Who Almost Beat Leo The papal conclave was moving toward crowning someone else Pope—until a turn of support vaulted Leo XIV to the top, a dramatic behind-the-scenes report has revealed. Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the ********’s secretary of state, claimed over 40 votes from the 133 cardinals in the first round of voting after the conclave began on Wednesday, according to an exposé on the process in The Wall Street Journal. His support was bolstered by Italian cardinals, who made up the largest voting bloc of any country, with 17 electors. Pope Leo XIV addresses the crowd from the balcony of the St Peter’s Basilica, after he was elected by cardinals on Thursday. / Tiziana Fabi/Getty Images Many Italian cardinals reportedly felt that it was once again time for a Pope from Italy. Italian popes held the papacy for 455 consecutive years until the election of Polish Pope John Paul II started a trend of three consecutive foreign pontiffs. On the first day of the conclave, betting markets around the world listed Parolin as the favorite, with Luis Antonio Gokim Tagle, a ********* cardinal known as the “Asian Francis” because of his similar commitments to social justice, coming in second. But by Thursday morning, Robert Prevost, a Chicago-born cardinal, began to gain momentum, while Parolin’s vote count stagnated in the high 40s. To secure the papacy, a candidate would need to win a two-thirds majority—at least 89 of the 133 votes cast by the cardinal electors. Cardinal Pietro Parolin, who was born in Venice, Italy and was Pope Francis’ No. 2, was seen as a clear frontrunner. / Stefano Costantino/Getty Images Parolin, who spent nearly his entire career in the ********’s diplomatic service before becoming Pope Francis’ second-in-command, lacked the hands-on pastoral experience that many cardinals sought, according to the Journal’s report. Some of Parolin’s detractors reportedly worked to undermine his candidacy by scattering their votes among multiple contenders. By the time the cardinals took a break from deliberating in the Sistine Chapel, it was clear that Prevost—who’d spent two decades as a missionary in Peru—was the new favorite. “At lunch, things were getting clarified,” American Cardinal Blase Cupich told the Journal. In Thursday afternoon’s vote, Prevost garnered over 100 votes—more than enough to become Pope. Pope Leo XIV walks the streets of the ******** City with Cardinal Lazzaro You Heung-Sik (L) and Cardinal Marcello Semeraro (R). / Salvatore Laporta/Getty Images Ironically, it fell upon Parolin, the highest-ranking cardinal in the room, to ask Prevost: “Do you accept your canonical election as the supreme pontiff?” “I accept,” Prevost said. He took the name Leo XIV. Prevost had odds of less than 1 percent on the online betting site Kalshi, so some of those who placed longshot bets on Prevost becoming pope saw massive payouts. One bettor who took the gamble turned a $526 wager into $52,641. Yet, as surprising as Prevost’s rise may have seemed to outsiders, a sizable faction of cardinals reportedly saw him from the outset as the ideal choice to uphold Francis’ vision of an inclusive church while shifting focus back to traditional doctrine. He was also seen as capable of tackling the ********’s financial challenges. Cardinal Timothy Dolan, the Archbishop of New York, told the Journal that a cardinal asked him, “Do you know this ‘Roberto?’” as Prevost’s name began circulating in pre-conclave conversations. Source link #Secret #Conclave #Exposé #Reveals #Beat #Leo Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Traders Eye Longer-Term Options to Hedge Post-Tariff Shock Rally – Bloomberg.com Traders Eye Longer-Term Options to Hedge Post-Tariff Shock Rally – Bloomberg.com Traders Eye Longer-Term Options to Hedge Post-Tariff Shock Rally Bloomberg.comView Full Coverage on Google News Source link #Traders #Eye #LongerTerm #Options #Hedge #PostTariff #Shock #Rally #Bloomberg.com Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

BBC hit drama to return for a second series BBC hit drama to return for a second series BBC/Left Bank Pictures The gangland thriller has won praise from viewers and TV critics The BBC drama This City is Ours will return for a second series after attracting more than six million viewers, the broadcaster has confirmed. Filmed in Liverpool, the eight-episode thriller about the lives and loves of the Phelan family – operating against the backdrop of drug trafficking – has become the corporation’s most-watched new drama this year. Starring Sean Bean and Julie Graham, it featured Liverpudlian actors James Nelson-Joyce – who has been touted as a potential James Bond replacement – and Jack McMullen. Creator Stephen Butchard said he had been “blown away by the incredibly positive response”, adding: “I can’t thank the audience enough for their time and emotional investment.” The series, which chronicles the battle for control over a ********-trafficking gang, filmed some scenes in Spain and will be sold to foreign broadcasters. The saga also won viewers’ hearts with lighter moments that included Sean Bean, as gang leader Ronnie Phelan, leading a charge of golf buggies to the theme from the film Apocalypse Now. A scene featuring the cast line-dancing to the 1950s song The House of Bamboo has led to various imitations that have gone viral online. BBC/Left Bank Pictures Music such as The House of Bamboo, originally sung by Andy Williams, played a big part in the drama’s success Dubbed the “Scouse Sopranos” – in reference to the successful US crime drama – the show was partly funded by the Liverpool Film Office, with the regional authority saying the production boosted the local economy by £9m. Details have not yet been released about the second series cast and filming start date. Director of BBC Drama Lindsay Salt credited the production team who “brought it to the screen so classily”. “I’m delighted that we now get to build on this fantastic first run and show that things are only just getting started for this very special series,” she said. BBC/Left Bank Pictures Even baby character Alfie Phelan (played by twins Jacob and Oliver Cleary) had a prominent part in the cast ensemble Although the series climax airs on BBC One later on Sunday, the full season has been available on BBC iPlayer where about three million people have already watched the finale. Executive producer Sian McWilliams, from Left Bank Pictures, said: “After the tumultuous events of the season one finale, the gang rivalries and betrayals have escalated to new levels, new ones have just begun, and there is a lot of unfinished business.” Source link #BBC #hit #drama #return #series Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Unease lingers in Kashmir despite ceasefire Unease lingers in Kashmir despite ceasefire Joy about an India-Pakistan ceasefire has been short-lived in Kashmir. Tens of thousands fled the Indian-controlled part of the disputed region last week amid heavy shelling and drone attacks by Pakistan. Yet despite a ceasefire announced on Saturday, only a handful of families returned to their homes on Sunday. “We will go back only after complete calm prevails,” said Basharat Ahmed, who lives in Poonch district. “It doesn’t take much time for the two countries to start fighting on the border.” The ceasefire was intended to halt the hostilities between the nuclear-armed neighbours and defuse the worst military confrontation between them for decades. But just hours later, each side accused the other of violating the deal. Indian officials said Pakistani shelling since Wednesday had killed at least 23 people and injured scores more. The shelling also damaged or destroyed hundreds of residential buildings. A man and his family in Indian-controlled Kashmir had taken shelter in a government-run college in the town of Baramulla. When they left early on Sunday, soldiers at a checkpoint stopped them, without giving a reason, before they could reach home in the Uri area of Poonch. “Our joy around the ceasefire just vanished,” said Bashir Ahmed. He and his family had to return to the shelter at the college. Indian and Pakistani soldiers each guard their side of the frontier. There are watch towers every few hundred metres. Some Indian and Pakistani troops are so close they can wave to one another. A deadly attack on tourists in Kashmir last month plunged India-Pakistan relations to new lows. India accused its neighbour of backing the massacre, in which 26 men, mostly Indian Hindus, were killed — a charge Pakistan denies. Both countries subsequently expelled each other’s diplomats and nationals, and shut borders and airspace. There were missile strikes, drone attacks, and heavy artillery fire in the days that followed. On Sunday, India said its missile strikes into Pakistani territory last week killed at least 100 militants, including prominent leaders. Across the border that divides Kashmir, people feared Indian attacks would flatten their villages. They began returning after the deal was announced, only to see their houses and businesses wrecked, uninhabitable or unsafe, and their belongings ruined. People are unsure if the ceasefire will hold and who will help them rebuild their lives. Abdul Shakoor, from Chinari in Pakistan-controlled Kashmir, ran for his life on Wednesday. He and his family escaped through fields and walked almost 10 kilometres to take shelter at a relative’s house. “Many people in other cities who support war don’t realise who suffers the most when conflict breaks out or when two armies exchange fire,” said Shakoor. “It’s the people living near the border who pay the highest price.” Although the ceasefire had brought people “immense relief,” he wanted both countries to talk to each other. “In the end, even after war, it all comes back to dialogue.” Nestled among the lush green landscape of the Neelum Valley lay dusty mounds of debris and rubble. The scenic spot a few kilometres from the Line of Control makes it vulnerable when tensions spike or there are cross-border skirmishes. The valley runs along the Neelum River and, in some places, the border posts of both Pakistan and India are visible. Source link #Unease #lingers #Kashmir #ceasefire Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Economic data could shift mortgage rates Economic data could shift mortgage rates Mortgage interest rates are up today. According to Zillow data, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate has risen by one basis point to 6.72%, and the 15-year fixed rate has increased by seven basis points to 6.03%. Mortgage rates typically go up when the U.S. economy thrives and down when the economy struggles. A lot of economic data will be released this upcoming week, especially surrounding inflation. This data could move home loan rates one way or the other — however, it probably won’t cause any dramatic shifts. Dig deeper: How inflation impacts mortgage rates Have questions about buying, owning, or selling a house? Submit your question to Yahoo’s panel of Realtors using this Google form. Here are the current mortgage rates, according to the latest Zillow data: 30-year fixed: 6.72% 20-year fixed: 6.50% 15-year fixed: 6.03% 5/1 ARM: 7.11% 7/1 ARM: 7.41% 30-year VA: 6.29% 15-year VA: 5.70% 5/1 VA: 6.33% Remember, these are the national averages and rounded to the nearest hundredth. These are today’s mortgage refinance rates, according to the latest Zillow data: 30-year fixed: 6.75% 20-year fixed: 6.26% 15-year fixed: 6.06% 5/1 ARM: 7.51% 7/1 ARM: 7.33% 30-year VA: 6.28% 15-year VA: 5.88% 5/1 VA: 6.48% Again, the numbers provided are national averages rounded to the nearest hundredth. Mortgage refinance rates are often higher than rates when you buy a house, although that’s not always the case. Read more: Is now a good time to refinance your mortgage? Use the mortgage calculator below to see how various mortgage terms and interest rates will impact your monthly payments. Our free mortgage calculator also considers factors like property taxes and homeowners insurance when determining your estimated monthly mortgage payment. This gives you a more realistic idea of your total monthly payment than if you just looked at mortgage principal and interest. The average 30-year mortgage rate today is 6.72%. A 30-year term is the most popular type of mortgage because by spreading out your payments over 360 months, your monthly payment is lower than with a shorter-term loan. The average 15-year mortgage rate is 6.03% today. When deciding between a 15-year and a 30-year mortgage, consider your short-term versus long-term goals. A 15-year mortgage comes with a lower interest rate than a 30-year term. This is great in the long run because you’ll pay off your loan 15 years sooner, and that’s 15 fewer years for interest to accumulate. But the trade-off is that your monthly payment will be higher as you pay off the same amount in half the time. Let’s say you get a $300,000 mortgage. With a 30-year term and a 6.72% rate, your monthly payment toward the principal and interest would be about $1,940, and you’d pay $398,334 in interest over the life of your loan — on top of that original $300,000. If you get that same $300,000 mortgage with a 15-year term and a 6.03% rate, your monthly payment would jump to $2,536. But you’d only pay $156,558 in interest over the years. With a fixed-rate mortgage, your rate is locked in for the entire life of your loan. You will get a new rate if you refinance your mortgage, though. An adjustable-rate mortgage keeps your rate the same for a predetermined ******* of time. Then, the rate will go up or down depending on several factors, such as the economy and the maximum amount your rate can change according to your contract. For example, with a 7/1 ARM, your rate would be locked in for the first seven years, then change every year for the remaining 23 years of your term. Adjustable rates typically start lower than fixed rates, but once the initial rate-lock ******* ends, it’s possible your rate will go up. Lately, though, some fixed rates have been starting lower than adjustable rates. Talk to your lender about its rates before choosing one or the other. Dig deeper: Fixed-rate vs. adjustable-rate mortgages Mortgage lenders typically give the lowest mortgage rates to people with higher down payments, great or excellent credit scores, and low debt-to-income ratios. So, if you want a lower rate, try saving more, improving your credit score, or paying down some debt before you start shopping for homes. Waiting for rates to drop probably isn’t the best method to get the lowest mortgage rate right now. If you’re ready to buy, focusing on your personal finances is probably the best way to lower your rate. To find the best mortgage lender for your situation, apply for mortgage preapproval with three or four companies. Just be sure to apply to all of them within a short time frame — doing so will give you the most accurate comparisons and have less of an impact on your credit score. When choosing a lender, don’t just compare interest rates. Look at the mortgage annual percentage rate (APR) — this factors in the interest rate, any discount points, and fees. The APR, which is also expressed as a percentage, reflects the true annual cost of borrowing money. This is probably the most important number to look at when comparing mortgage lenders. Learn more: Best mortgage lenders for first-time home buyers According to Zillow, the national average 30-year mortgage rate is 6.72%, and the average 15-year mortgage rate is 6.03%. But these are national averages, so the average in your area could be different. Averages are typically higher in expensive parts of the U.S. and lower in less expensive areas. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is 6.72% right now, according to Zillow. However, you might get an even better rate with an excellent credit score, sizable down payment, and low debt-to-income ratio (DTI). Mortgage rates aren’t expected to drop drastically in the near future, though they may inch down here and there. Source link #Economic #data #shift #mortgage #rates Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Pope Leo XIV Delivers His First Sunday Blessing Pope Leo XIV Delivers His First Sunday Blessing The new pope called for the end of war, echoing themes that Francis, his predecessor, regularly addressed. Source link #Pope #Leo #XIV #Delivers #Sunday #Blessing Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Pope Leo XIV Calls for End to War in First Sunday Blessing as Pontiff – The New York Times Pope Leo XIV Calls for End to War in First Sunday Blessing as Pontiff – The New York Times Pope Leo XIV Calls for End to War in First Sunday Blessing as Pontiff The New York TimesPope Leo appeals for no more war in first Sunday address BBCPope Leo warns of ‘piecemeal’ third world war in first Sunday address USA TodayPope Leo XIV calls for Gaza ceasefire and peace in Ukraine AxiosWhoops, waves, tears: Faithful react to Pope Leo’s first Sunday blessing in St. Peter’s Sqaure Click2Houston Source link #Pope #Leo #XIV #Calls #War #Sunday #Blessing #Pontiff #York #Times Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

I’ve thought about becoming a politician I’ve thought about becoming a politician Yungblud, the chart-topping singer who set up his own festival, has said he has considered becoming a politician. The 27-year-old artist – whose real name is Dominic Richard Harrison – said he wanted to “provide some good somewhere” in future, having worked with fans in recent years to make gigs more affordable. “This whole community was built on human connection, about how people live and what people struggle with,” he told BBC One’s Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg programme. Asked if he had thought about going further by entering politics, he said: “I have actually thought about that, I know it’s crazy… I think that has actually crossed my mind – Yungblud the politician.” Last year, he launched his own festival, BludFest, in Milton Keynes, which was criticised by some after long queues and a lack of water caused fans to pass out and miss the concert. With tickets sold for £73.25 for this year’s festival in the Buckinghamshire city, Yungblud said he felt more expensive events had become “a thing of privilege” that “do not represent real people”. “I cannot play a festival where it’s like 800 quid a ticket,” he said, adding that artists like Coldplay were welcome to join the event. The pop-punk musician, known for songs including Cotton Candy and Fleabag, has had two number one albums in the *** chart with Weird! in 2020 and his self-titled album in 2022. But in the interview, he reflected on how difficult it was to be a young person today with “so much anger” and hate in the comments of social media videos. Asked what his hardest moment had been, he said: “I’ll never forget, someone came to me in a pub in east London and just was like, ‘your music is terrible and I don’t believe you and I hate it’.” He said he was left feeling “like a wounded animal” where you “try and lick yourself and bring yourself back to it”. Whereas back then, aged 22, he responded with a tentative “oh, yeah, cool like”, now he feels confident not to “give them the power of a reaction”. Ahead of the release next month of his new album, Idols, he said one of the themes behind it was to “embrace my masculinity, which is a crazy thing to say in 2025”. “Honestly I am so proud of what we’ve created,” he said of his young fanbase. Source link #Ive #thought #politician Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

2026 Skoda Enyaq RS: Facelift revealed for hottest variant 2026 Skoda Enyaq RS: Facelift revealed for hottest variant While the rest of the facelifted Skoda Enyaq range was unveiled at the beginning of 2025, the hottest variant, the RS, has only just been revealed. Like the rest of the Enyaq range, the revised RS is available as a regular crossover or less practical “coupe”. The eye-catching Mamba Green shade pictured here is exclusive to the RS. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Camera IconSupplied Credit: CarExpert Most of the revisions to the car’s exterior are shared with lesser models. The most dramatic changes occur up front where there’s a new split headlight treatment, fake upper grille, and the replacement of the winged arrow logo by Skoda lettering. The RS notably has a slightly more aggressive front bumper design that includes finlets for the side air intakes. Gloss ****** has been applied to the wing mirror caps, badging, air intake covers, window surrounds, roof rails, and lower rear bumper. Aerodynamically-styled 20-inch are standard, but buyers can upgrade to 21-inch alloy wheels with “high performance tyres”. Camera IconSupplied Credit: CarExpert To match its sporting intentions there’s a retuned suspension setup, and two-piston calipers for the front brakes. As there’s no mention of the rear brakes, it’s probably safe to assume the Enyaq RS continues with drum brakes there. There’s also an optional adaptive chassis system, which allows the driver to choose from 15 different damper stiffness levels. Although the exterior has been refreshed, the Enyaq RS continues with the drivetrain it has employed since 2024, with a pair of motors driving all four wheels and developing a total of 250kW. This allows it to complete the 0-100km/h standard in 5.4 seconds, and hit a top speed of 180km/h. Camera IconSupplied Credit: CarExpert The battery has 79kWh of usable capacity, and has a WLTP range of 562km in the crossover and 568km in the “coupe”. AC charging can be done up to 11kW, while DC fast charging up to 185kW is possible. Standard equipment includes matrix LED ***********, keyless entry, hands-free boot operation, and remote parking via a smartphone app. There are two design themes available for the interior: Lounge employs a mixture of faux suede and leather with lime green stitching and piping, and Suite has a mix of real and faux leather with grey stitching and piping. Camera IconSupplied Credit: CarExpertCamera IconSupplied Credit: CarExpert Both come with a flat-bottom three-spoke steering wheel, 45W USB-C ports, sports front seats with integrated headrests, massaging for the driver’s seat, and retractable sunshades for the rear windows. The facelifted Enyaq range is scheduled to arrive in *********** showrooms in August. While the local range is currently limited to the “coupe” in Sportline and RS guises, the updated model will be available in both body styles and, likely, are a greater number of trims. MORE: Everything Skoda EnyaqMORE: 2026 Skoda Enyaq EV to get more practical body style in Australia Source link #Skoda #Enyaq #Facelift #revealed #hottest #variant Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

I lost 20 pounds unexpectedly. I wish people would stop telling me I look great. I lost 20 pounds unexpectedly. I wish people would stop telling me I look great. Growing up, I tried fad diets and workouts to reach my goal weight, but never achieved it. When I was diagnosed with a chronic illness, I had several surgeries and lost 20 pounds afterward. People told me I looked great, so I started to attribute my self-worth to my body size. It was wrong. I’ve recently lost 20 pounds due to an unexpected chronic illness and learned that the awareness of appropriate behavior seems to go out the door when it comes to commenting on someone’s weight. Girlfriends, acquaintances, and even family members have all basically said something along the lines of: “Sucks you’re sick, but at least you’ve lost a lot of weight, you look great.” For me, though, going down a size hasn’t been great; it’s been quite frightening. I grew up with the wrong kind of support for weight loss I’ve always been an average-size girl, but I wasn’t satisfied with that. Growing up, I tried fad diets and workouts to try to reach that “goal” number on the scales. It didn’t help that I grew up in a strict culture where my parents and elders criticized my weight and looks. My mother also struggled with body image and unhealthy dieting habits. Whenever I was feeling overwhelmed by my size, she would try to encourage me to go on a diet with her. It was her way of supporting me — dieting together. I realize now she could have handled it differently. When I got sick I was diagnosed with SMA Syndrome in the summer of 2024, which led to a few surgeries to remove my gallbladder and reroute my small intestine. As a result, I was unable to eat a full meal without digestive issues for three months. Plus, I had to cut out **** completely, since my body could no longer digest it. During this time, I lost 20 pounds. I lost them for the first time in my life, quickly and without effort. Although I fit into my clothes better, I couldn’t enjoy it knowing that I had accomplished this goal weight by being unhealthy. When I look back at pictures of myself during this time, I don’t see someone who looks “great.” I see someone who wasn’t able to keep down even two meals a day and felt constantly weak. I was ********** and lost the active lifestyle I was used to before these surgeries. Weight loss warped my sense of self-worth I started getting more attention from men. However, it skewed my new vision of how I saw myself. I started believing that better things come to you if you’re skinny. I became terrified of gaining weight and going back to my average self. Because I was skinny, I was above average. I was noticed. I even tried GLP-1 pills, the compounded version of the popular semaglutide, to keep the weight down when I was finally able to eat semi-normally, again. I quit the pills after a month, though. When I look back at this time, I think about the reactions from others. Instead of telling me I looked great, I would have preferred them to tell me I would look great at any size. Of course, it wasn’t out of malice. They thought they were adding to my confidence. However, in reality, they were actually taking away from it. In a way, I’m thankful because I’ve learned and grown from this experience. I no longer attach my value to my size. I am grateful for my body and its resilience, at any size. Read the original article on Business Insider Source link #lost #pounds #unexpectedly #people #stop #telling #great Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump official says 10% tariffs will stick around Trump official says 10% tariffs will stick around U.S. President Donald Trump holds a chart next to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick as Trump delivers remarks on tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, D.C., on April 2, 2025. Carlos Barria | Reuters Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Sunday that the 10% baseline tariff rate on imports from other countries is likely to “be in place for the foreseeable future,” echoing President Donald Trump’s comments from days prior. “We do expect a 10% baseline tariff to be in place for the foreseeable future,” Lutnick told CNN’s Dana Bash on ‘State of the Union.’ The commerce secretary rejected the idea that consumers would take on increased costs caused by the tariffs, insisting that business and countries will pay. But data suggests that businesses are already trying to pass costs onto consumers, and consumer confidence has plunged in the weeks since the president’s April 2 tariff announcement. The prices of some household items have also already ticked up. “Businesses, their job is to try to sell to the American consumer, and domestically produced products are not going to have that tariff, so the foreigners are going to finally have to compete,” Lutnick said. Read more CNBC politics coverage Lutnick’s comments came days after Trump said from the White House that the 10% tariff rate will likely be the floor for trade deals, and the rate could be “much higher” for some countries. The United States reached a trade agreement with the United Kingdom last week, but the 10% baseline tariff still applies to most goods imported to the U.S. Trump also suggested that the 10% baseline number on products from the United Kingdom is a “low number.” “They made a good deal,” Trump said of the United Kingdom. “Some will be much higher because they have massive trade surpluses,” he also said. Source link #Trump #official #tariffs #stick Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Philips debuts 3D printable components to repair products Philips debuts 3D printable components to repair products Philips announced a new initiative called “Philips Fixables” which aims to encourage self-repair on some of its products by offering officially drafted 3D printable replacement components. The files are made available for free over at Printables.com. This is where Philips plans to archive files for more official replacements that can be 3D printed at home. This is a new idea, so only one component is available right now for download. The piece happens to be a 3mm comb for one of their shavers, but Philips assures there will be more components made available for more of their devices over time. This isn’t the release of a grand library of parts by any means, but it does showcase a shift in supporting communities in search of businesses that support repairable hardware. Image 1 of 3 (Image credit: Philips) (Image credit: Philips) (Image credit: Philips) The program has been primarily released to the Czech Republic. Both Prusa Research and LePub are partnering up to help support the program which they hope will be easily adopted by the local maker community. One of the main goals of Philips Fixables is to encourage consumers with sustainable repair options instead of seeking a replacement device altogether. The official Philips Fixables web page has a link for anyone in the general public to submit a request to add a specific component. Philips will notify customers with a download link if the component they suggested is able to be shared to Philips Fixables. It’s not clear what sort of turnaround time to expect for these requests and whether there are limitations on what components will be made available. According to Philips, consumers must adhere to the recommended print settings for their components to get the best results. This is the only way to ensure the replacement part is sturdy enough to stand in for a repair. Compromising on fill space for time could make or break your user experience, for example, but if done correctly, a replacement 3D print can be a useful long term solution. Other companies have had similar programs that support right to repair initiatives. Logitech recently unveiled a repair store in partnership with iFixit, with kits available for a handful of their products that can be repaired at home rather than replaced. Only time will tell how far the open source aspect of right to repair will be taken, but for now it looks like it’s at least on the table for Philips. Follow Tom’s Hardware on Google News to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button. Get Tom’s Hardware’s best news and in-depth reviews, straight to your inbox. Source link #Philips #debuts #printable #components #repair #products Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Ukrainian president welcomes Russian overtures, but says ceasefire must come before peace talks – AP News Ukrainian president welcomes Russian overtures, but says ceasefire must come before peace talks – AP News Ukrainian president welcomes Russian overtures, but says ceasefire must come before peace talks AP NewsPutin must agree ceasefire before holding ‘direct’ talks with Ukraine, Kyiv’s allies say CNNZelensky Demands Cease-Fire in Response to Putin’s Call for Direct Talks The New York TimesZelensky says Russia considering end to war a ‘positive sign’ BBCZelenskyy welcomes Russian overtures, but says ceasefire must come before peace talks NPR Source link #Ukrainian #president #welcomes #Russian #overtures #ceasefire #peace #talks #News Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

Trump official says 10% tariffs will stick around Trump official says 10% tariffs will stick around U.S. President Donald Trump holds a chart next to U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick as Trump delivers remarks on tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House in Washington, D.C., on April 2, 2025. Carlos Barria | Reuters Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Sunday that the 10% baseline tariff rate on imports from other countries is likely to “be in place for the foreseeable future,” echoing President Donald Trump’s comments from days prior. “We do expect a 10% baseline tariff to be in place for the foreseeable future,” Lutnick told CNN’s Dana Bash on ‘State of the Union.’ The commerce secretary rejected the idea that consumers would take on increased costs caused by the tariffs, insisting that business and countries will pay. But data suggests that businesses are already trying to pass costs onto consumers, and consumer confidence has plunged in the weeks since the president’s April 2 tariff announcement. The prices of some household items have also already ticked up. “Businesses, their job is to try to sell to the American consumer, and domestically produced products are not going to have that tariff, so the foreigners are going to finally have to compete,” Lutnick said. Read more CNBC politics coverage Lutnick’s comments came days after Trump said from the White House that the 10% tariff rate will likely be the floor for trade deals, and the rate could be “much higher” for some countries. The United States reached a trade agreement with the United Kingdom last week, but the 10% baseline tariff still applies to most goods imported to the U.S. Trump also suggested that the 10% baseline number on products from the United Kingdom is a “low number.” “They made a good deal,” Trump said of the United Kingdom. “Some will be much higher because they have massive trade surpluses,” he also said. Source link #Trump #official #tariffs #stick Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content] For verified travel tips and real support, visit: [Hidden Content]

Italian Open: Emma Raducanu beats Veronika Kudermetova to set up meeting with Coco Gauff Italian Open: Emma Raducanu beats Veronika Kudermetova to set up meeting with Coco Gauff Raducanu said on Friday that she was still “finding her feet” on the clay but her movement, particularly sliding behind the baseline, improved as the match progressed. She often spoke to Mark Petchey and Jane O’Donoghue in her coaching box. Petchey offered vocal encouragement throughout the match. She and Kudermetova exchanged early breaks before a sterling return winner from Raducanu allowed her to serve for the set at 5-4. However, the Briton’s first serve percentage dropped and she handed back the break on a double fault, before Kudermetova won three games in a row to take the first set. However, the Russian crumbled from there on. An unfortunate bounce off a Raducanu shot wrong-footed Kudermetova in her first service game – and visibly annoyed, Kudermetova lost a 40-15 lead to suffer a break of serve, with her forehand in particular losing all timing. Raducanu moved better, sliding in and out of the corners, and rushed her way through five games in a row before Kudermetova took a medical timeout. The Briton was smart during that timeout, staying on the court and hitting ****** rather than sitting down and risk losing rhythm. When Kudermetova returned, Raducanu picked up where she left off, taking the set at the third opportunity through another Kudermetova error. Source link #Italian #Open #Emma #Raducanu #beats #Veronika #Kudermetova #set #meeting #Coco #Gauff Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]

‘Helps to fill knowledge gaps’ ‘Helps to fill knowledge gaps’ Hidden beneath the sand in northern Thailand, scientists have made an exciting discovery. According to reports by the Miami Herald, a team of researchers “found two nymphs of the ‘rare mayfly species’ Behningia baei.” By using large nets to scoop out sand from the bottom of the Mae Chaem River, the researchers were able to identify aquatic immature mayflies, more commonly known as nymphs. For 22 years, the species has been elusive. Back in 2002, researchers collected Behningia baei mayflies for the first time. A few years later in 2006, they were recorded as a new species. However, since then, Behningia baei mayflies have not been spotted. Photo Credit: Sedtawut Kwanboon and Boonsatien Boonsoong As a result, much about Behningia baei mayflies remains a mystery. Still, “these new data about the geographic and habitat distributions of behningiid mayflies helps to fill knowledge gaps and improves our ability to address conservation issues surrounding these rarely seen mayflies, not only in Thailand but also globally,” the researchers wrote in the study. Discovering new species offers scientists a lens into our natural world. By learning more about the different organisms that inhabit the planet, scientists can better protect these species from extinction. In the case of the Behningia baei mayflies, identifying these species helps researchers understand their geographic span. The most recent discovery of the Behningia baei mayflies has led the researchers to conclude that the species may have a “broader distribution” than previously believed. Watch now: Giant snails invading New York City? Behningia baei mayflies play a vital role in supporting freshwater ecosystems by serving as a food source for other organisms. According to Purdue University, mayflies impact all levels of the food chain by “making energy stored in algae and other aquatic plants available to higher consumers (other invertebrates, fish, birds, etc.).” Thanks to the researchers’ clever method, the team was able to identify Behningia baei mayflies and learn more about the species. Rather than trying to find adult mayflies, which can be challenging to spot, the researchers scooped out immature mayflies, which can be found among the riverbed’s sand. While aspects of the Behningia baei mayflies still remain a mystery, the discovery is an exciting step to learn more about the species and their geographic distribution. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don’t miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet. Source link #Helps #fill #knowledge #gaps Pelican News View the full article at [Hidden Content]