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Ferrari wanted to take on Chinese EVs with the Luce - then the backlash started
Ferrari’s electric Luce sparked backlash and stock drops due to its controversial design, threatening the brand’s legacy amid rising Chinese EV competition.
'It's like a decaying body': Australian farmers battle mouse plague
Australian farmers face severe mouse plagues, causing crop destruction and psychological distress. This crisis compounds existing financial stresses from volatile fuel and fertilizer costs.
'I will sleep with fear': Romanians shaken after block of flats hit by drone
A drone strike injured two people in Galați, Romania, leaving residents traumatized. While Bucharest blames Russia, Moscow denies involvement, and President Dan suggests the drone may have been diverted by Ukrainian defenses.
Trump's doctor says he's in excellent health - but are US presidents' health checks a PR exercise?
Presidential physicals blend medical care with political messaging to project vigor. Despite Trump’s “excellent health” rating, these exams remain largely PR exercises due to weak disclosure laws.
Watch: AI versions of Churchill, Kahlo and Gandhi on Question Time
BBC’s Question Time opened with AI recreations of historical figures to introduce a debate on artificial intelligence’s future implications.
Girl tells BBC she is 'scared to go out' after teenage rapists spared jail time
A rape victim fears leaving home after teen attackers avoided jail. The Court of Appeal is reviewing the case amid public outrage.
Centrists crying “Wolf!”
Centrists lose credibility by dismissing populist concerns as mere demagoguery. This "boy who cried wolf" approach ignores the genuine complexities driving populist support.
Watch: Top tips for staying safe in the sun
Amidst the UK’s historic May heatwave, BBC’s Elizabeth Rizzini shares essential sun safety tips to protect the public from extreme temperatures and harmful UV effects.
Home-schooling is taking off
Post-pandemic, a surge in home-schooling sees more parents choosing to educate their children at home.
Israel the lonely
Israel is not as isolated as critics claim, yet it is actively alienating some of its most steadfast allies.
America’s submarine dominance is under threat
U.S. naval mockery of China is shifting to concern as America’s submarine dominance faces growing challenges from Beijing’s advancing capabilities.
America must hope Donald Trump is not a new Caligula
The text warns that US leaders must avoid the reckless excesses of ancient Rome, specifically comparing Donald Trump to the tyrant Caligula.
The global scramble for ports
Global port investment is surging as nations seek to reduce reliance on China’s growing control over supply chains.
To fight Russia, Europe needs Ukraine
EU membership for Ukraine carries risks, but exclusion poses a greater threat. Integrating Ukraine is essential for Europe to effectively counter Russia.
The War Room newsletter: The best generals in history
Richard Cockett explores key traits of military leadership, selecting history’s three greatest generals in this War Room newsletter analysis.
Europe’s defence startups face even bigger hurdles than America’s
European defense startups face greater hurdles than US rivals, struggling with fragmented markets and hesitant buyers.
There is no better spur to military innovation than war
Ukrainian defense contractors are innovating faster and cheaper than Western firms, proving war is the ultimate catalyst for military advancement.
A dangerous blind spot in Donald Trump’s Iran war strategy
The US underestimates foreign beliefs and values, a costly mistake that recurs with every policy failure.
Anduril, Palantir and SpaceX are changing how America wages war
The Trump administration is partnering with "neo-primes" like Anduril, Palantir, and SpaceX to reshape U.S. military strategy and warfare capabilities.
The game theory behind violating ceasefires
Ceasefires often break yet remain effective. This paradox stems from game theory, where the strategic calculus of violation balances against the long-term benefits of maintaining the agreement.