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Virgil van Dijk has delivered a blunt verdict on Liverpool’s struggles, admitting the champions are “in a mess” and questioning whether his teammates are taking enough responsibility for their alarming slump. Speaking after a 3-0 home defeat to Nottingham Forest, Van Dijk said the team had let down manager Arne Slot and themselves. The loss left Liverpool in the bottom half of the table with a negative goal difference, marking their sixth defeat in seven Premier League matches. The Liverpool captain described the team’s start to the second half as “unacceptable” and admitted panic set in after Forest took the…

Scientists long lacked direct chemical evidence to trace Theia, the Moon’s precursor planet.Astronomers in France, Germany, and the United States analysed ancient lunar and terrestrial rocks.They discovered that Theia likely formed much closer to the Sun than previously thought.Researchers propose that Theia struck early Earth about 4.5 billion years ago.The collision scattered debris that eventually coalesced into the Moon.Fragments from Theia mixed with Earth’s material, creating shared isotopic signatures.The giant impact theory has guided Moon formation research since the first Apollo samples.Theia’s disappearance billions of years ago prevented scientists from studying its original composition.Jake Foster from the Royal Observatory Greenwich…

A Weekend Filled With Frustration Lewis Hamilton voices clear frustration after another difficult race weekend in Las Vegas. The seven-time world champion starts last after a slow qualifying session. It marks the first time in his 19-year career that he qualifies last purely on pace. He climbs into the points early, but he later fails to pass Nico Hülkenberg’s Sauber. He struggles on medium tyres and finishes only tenth. Hamilton calls the result “terrible” and says he sees “nothing positive” in the day. He tells a UK radio station that he only wants the season to end. He adds that…

A person in Washington state is believed to be the first known human to die from the rare H5N5 strain of bird flu, though health officials say the risk to the public remains low. The patient, an older adult with underlying health conditions from Grays Harbor County, had been hospitalized since early November with fever, confusion and respiratory symptoms. They are thought to have been exposed through a backyard flock of poultry that had contact with wild birds. State health officials confirmed that no other close contacts have tested positive and there is currently no evidence of human-to-human transmission. The…

Controversial Edits Raise Immediate AlarmThe CDC updated major sections of its website on Wednesday. The new language questions long-standing scientific conclusions about vaccine safety. The page now suggests that studies have not ruled out a link between vaccines and autism. Experts say these claims are misleading and unfounded. Casting Doubt Through Careful WordingNew bullet points argue that the statement “vaccines do not cause autism” is not evidence-based. The phrasing implies research gaps in infant vaccination studies. Specialists describe this as a tactic designed to create doubt. Alison Singer from the Autism Science Foundation stresses that science relies on consistent, clear…

US President Donald Trump met Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani on Friday in a cordial Oval Office session.Trump previously called Mamdani a “100% Communist Lunatic” and a “total nut job,” while Mamdani labeled Trump’s administration “authoritarian.”During the meeting, both leaders emphasized shared goals for improving New York instead of focusing on political conflict.Trump praised Mamdani’s approach, saying he might surprise conservative voters with his actions and policies.Mamdani stood beside the president, highlighting cooperation rather than confrontation in front of the press.The meeting gave Mamdani national exposure, allowing the relatively unknown state lawmaker to address one of the most powerful figures globally.Trump used…

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art has opened its largest-ever Korean art exhibition, titled “Korean Treasures: Collected, Cherished, Shared.” The exhibit features more than 200 pieces, including national treasures that highlight Korea’s rich artistic heritage. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a wide array of artworks, from traditional ceramics and paintings to calligraphy and textiles. The exhibition emphasizes the historical and cultural significance of Korean art, tracing centuries of creative achievement. Curators say the collection was carefully selected to showcase both national treasures and lesser-known works, offering a comprehensive view of Korea’s artistic evolution. The exhibit provides context…

Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank has said the club are not close to spending £100 million on a single player, unlike rivals Arsenal. Spurs have undergone significant change following Daniel Levy’s departure as chairman and the installation of a new leadership team by the Lewis family. While there are plans to grow the club and increase competitiveness, Frank believes matching Arsenal’s spending model is not imminent. Arsenal’s £105m signing of Declan Rice in 2023 highlighted their ambitions, while Spurs’ record purchase remains Richarlison’s £60m move in 2022. Frank suggested that while such a fee could be possible in the distant…

The European Commission launches infringement proceedings against Italy for using the golden power rule to block Banco BPM’s takeover.Officials warn that the rule gives Italy broad powers to examine, stop, or condition banking-sector deals.The Commission states the measure risks unjustified interventions, undermining freedom of establishment and free movement of capital.EU authorities add that the law overlaps with the European Central Bank’s exclusive supervisory authority under the Single Supervisory Mechanism.Italy has two months to respond and address the Commission’s concerns. Italy Promises Regulatory Response Economy Minister Giancarlo Giorgetti says Italy will respond through the proper institutions regarding the 2022 golden power…

Zelensky Chooses a Careful ToneUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky avoids criticising the US draft peace plan, even though it mirrors many Russian demands. The White House rejects claims that Ukraine was left out of the process. Zelensky says in his nightly address that Ukraine needs peace and will act with calm, disciplined diplomacy. He stresses that Ukraine remains ready for honest and efficient talks. Kyiv Worries About Deep ConcessionsOfficials in Kyiv fear proposals that include giving up the entire Donbas region. The draft also demands a smaller Ukrainian army and bans any foreign troops in the country. Ukraine has rejected these…