Friedrich Merz's government is pushing through sweeping economic reforms in Germany aimed at halting the country's deepening economic decline. The changes involve painful cuts to the welfare state that generations of Germans have relied upon. The reforms are designed to restore fiscal health at the cost of reduced social benefits.
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Marcin Mroczek, star of the Polish soap opera "M jak miłość", took his sons Ignacy and Kacper to the river to escape the summer heat. Following his divorce from Marlena Muranowicz, the actor shares custody of the children. Photos show him as an involved and caring father.
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Dr Marta Majorczyk from SWPS University warns about "emotional incest" — a situation where a parent confides in their child about marital, financial or emotional problems. Over time, the child begins to feel responsible for the parent's wellbeing, leading to a role reversal in the family. The expert stresses that children should never be burdened with problems that belong to adult life.
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Philosopher Zena Hitz walked away from an elite academic career to spend three years washing dishes in a monastery. She argues that real philosophical thought belongs to taxi drivers, office clerks and prisoners — everyday people outside academia. In her view, intellectual life has nothing to do with degrees or institutional prestige.
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Johan Manzambi exploited space left by the Algerian defence, surged forward and delivered a key assist. The winger perfectly set up Breel Embolo, who finished to score for Switzerland. The goal came after a rapid attacking run down the flank.
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An unusual gravitational wave signal detected by LIGO has renewed hopes of discovering primordial black holes, which until now have remained purely theoretical. If confirmed, the finding could represent a major breakthrough in explaining the nature of dark matter. Primordial black holes would have formed shortly after the Big Bang and could account for a significant portion of the universe's dark matter.
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New findings in the investigation into an assassination attempt on a Ukrainian oligarch suggest the suspect may have disguised herself as a man to evade detection. The identity of the oligarch targeted and further details of the incident have not been confirmed in the available information. The case has attracted significant attention due to its possible political dimensions.
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Anna Lewandowska posted a candid message on social media admitting she fears the family's move to the US following her husband Robert Lewandowski's transfer to Chicago Fire. The club's coach, in an interview published by Kanał Sportowy, promised the club would look after not just the player but his entire family to help Anna feel at home in Chicago. Lewandowski's move to MLS is among the biggest transfers in the league's history.
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth intended to announce further cuts to US troop presence in Europe, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio intervened after reviewing the documentation, according to the Wall Street Journal. Hegseth ultimately announced only a review of troop deployments rather than specific reductions. The WSJ warns that further cuts remain a real possibility.
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Sitting or lying down immediately after a meal triggers a so-called food coma — a feeling of sluggishness and drowsiness. A doctor recommends a short walk after eating to aid digestion and prevent these symptoms. Light movement stimulates intestinal activity and helps stabilise blood sugar levels.
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Apple's digital car key feature appears to be coming to Volkswagen vehicles, with support spotted in Apple's code. The feature allows users to lock, unlock and start their car using an iPhone. Neither Volkswagen nor Apple has officially confirmed the integration yet.
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Options traders are paying a premium to hedge against sharp yen moves ahead of thin US holiday trading, as speculation grows over unpredictable Japanese currency intervention. The reduced market liquidity during public holidays raises the risk of sudden USD/JPY swings. Japan has previously intervened to prop up the yen when it weakened sharply.
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New data from blockchain analytics firm Allium shows that US users are circumventing Polymarket's geoblocks to place political bets on the platform. Polymarket is a blockchain-based prediction market where users bet on the outcomes of political and other events. Despite being formally excluded from the service, Americans remain a significant share of the platform's participants.
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Thieves stole Tesla Powerwall 3 home batteries worth $475,000 in a single heist from the factory's loading docks. Cargo thefts are on the rise across the US, and Tesla's factory docks have emerged as a notably easy target. The incident highlights growing vulnerability in supply chain security.
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With Taylor Sheridan's Yellowstone universe losing steam, the author argues Hollywood should adapt the works of prolific pulp Western writer Louis L'Amour. The recommended starting point is "The Daybreakers," the first published novel in L'Amour's popular Sackett family saga. L'Amour wrote a vast catalogue of Westerns that have yet to receive a major TV adaptation.
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The Palace of the Despots in Greece, one of the best-preserved medieval palace complexes in the country, has been opened to visitors for the first time in history. The landmark underwent years of renovation before welcoming tourists through its doors.
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"Orbitals," a co-op exclusive for the Nintendo Switch 2 with a retro-anime aesthetic, will receive a physical retail release in September 2025. The announcement comes amid a broader industry debate sparked by Sony's revelation that PlayStation will end disc-based physical releases by 2028, prompting several developers to promote hard copies of their own titles.
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Madonna has released "Confessions II", praised by critics as her best album in 20 years. Reviewers highlight its dramatic and ecstatic dancefloor energy, comparing it to her finest work. The record is being celebrated as a triumphant return to form for the pop icon.
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Researchers studying rock carvings depicting boats have concluded that communities from the Iberian Peninsula and southern Scandinavia maintained close contact as far back as 3,000 years ago. The findings suggest Bronze Age sailors regularly crossed the Atlantic, challenging current views on how isolated these cultures were. The discovery could prompt a significant revision of European prehistoric history.
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BBN chief Bartosz Grodecki confirmed that a US military unit will be deployed to Poland, though he did not specify when or which unit it will be. MEP Patryk Jaki described Poland as close to achieving a success in this matter. The question of whether the unit will arrive at all is, according to Grodecki, no longer in doubt.
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A man who worked as an Uber driver died from severe burns after self-immolating near the United Nations headquarters in New York City. He arrived at the scene carrying a Tibetan flag, suggesting a political motive behind the act, according to local media reports. Police confirmed his death following the incident.
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Iga Świątek defeated Karolina Plíšková in the second round of Wimbledon, showing a marked improvement from her first-round display against Taylor Townsend. Her next opponent in the round of 16 was set to be Alexandra Eala, but the 21-year-old Filipino player was eliminated from the doubles draw on the same day by Jelena Ostapenko, despite leading early.
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