Cockroaches can infest even well-kept homes and reproduce rapidly once established. Certain natural scents — such as crushed herbs and essential oils — have long been used as home remedies to repel them. These methods can help deter cockroaches, though serious infestations typically require professional pest control.
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The new Mazda CX-5 stands out by embracing the "jinba ittai" philosophy — unity between driver and car — rather than overwhelming the cabin with screens and software. While most modern SUVs resemble smartphones on wheels, Mazda opts for physical controls and driver-focused ergonomics. The reviewer praises the CX-5 as a rare island of normality in an increasingly digitised car market.
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US President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran "over" following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, and the United States resumed strikes on Tehran. Air raid sirens sounded across several Middle Eastern countries in response to the renewed military action. The situation in the region is escalating rapidly.
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FIFA has listed 20 players at risk of suspension during the World Cup semi-final phase due to yellow card accumulation. Morocco and England are in the most precarious position, each with five players on a booking. France and Switzerland each have three players at risk, while other teams have one each. FIFA plans to clear single bookings after the next round to avoid depriving teams of players in the final.
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The Italian region of Calabria is refusing to end a long-running programme that places Cuban doctors in local hospitals, despite pressure from the United States. The programme addresses chronic healthcare staffing shortages in one of Italy's least developed regions. The US has been pushing internationally to curtail such cooperation with Cuba.
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Chinese authorities have asked bankers to avoid underwriting short-term bonds issued by local government financing vehicles (LGFVs) in the domestic market. The move is Beijing's latest step to curb fundraising by weaker municipal borrowers. It forms part of a broader push to reduce financial risk in China's local government debt sector.
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Paulina Kozłowska, known as Mini Majka, revealed that her ex-partner Friz repainted her brand-new car without her consent. She described it as "the worst surprise" she ever received and said she cried when she saw the changed colour. The incident took place during her time as part of Friz's content-creator group.
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Author Emily Henry has officially become an Emmy nominee after the Netflix adaptation of her novel "People We Meet on Vacation" earned a nomination in the outstanding television movie category. Henry is one of the most popular contemporary romance authors, and the recognition marks a notable crossover moment from the literary to the television world.
A growing number of brides are resorting to extreme diets and starvation before their wedding day to look perfect in a white dress. Olga admitted that for months her entire life revolved around losing weight, and she ended up on an IV drip. She acknowledges her approach was extreme but says the pressure to look flawless proved overwhelming.
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Japan has tripled its departure tax levied on all tourists leaving the country and raised visa fees for the first time in nearly 50 years. The extra revenue is intended to help manage the negative effects of overtourism in popular destinations. The move is part of the government's broader efforts to control mass tourism.
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Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki sold the majority of his company shares last week, shortly after PlayStation announced that from 2028 all console games will be released exclusively in digital format. The move to eliminate optical drives has been met with widespread backlash from gamers. Totoki's share sale has sparked speculation about his own confidence in the strategy.
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Scientists have discovered a rich set of fossils nearly 570 million years old in the Mackenzie Mountains of northwestern Canada. The find could reshape the current understanding of how complex, multicellular life first emerged on Earth. It is one of the oldest and richest collections of such palaeontological evidence discovered in North America.
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CERT Orange has issued a warning about a new wave of scams exploiting the BLIK mobile payment system. Cybercriminals use various methods to steal BLIK codes and drain victims' bank accounts. Users are urged never to share BLIK codes with third parties, including apparent friends asking for help via social media.
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Crypto-focused venture capital firm Paradigm has raised a $1.2 billion fund and announced plans to broaden its investment focus beyond cryptocurrency into artificial intelligence and other frontier industries. The move signals growing convergence between the crypto VC world and the wider tech investment landscape. Paradigm did not specify which AI companies or sectors it intends to target.
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Ecuadorian MP Liliana Elizabeth Duran Aguilar told the Polish outlet Wirtualna Polska that the death of Polish activist Monika Silva was murder, and that the classified investigation is being used to conceal state corruption. Duran Aguilar vowed to pursue all corruption cases that Silva had been investigating. The case points to deep-rooted corruption within Ecuadorian state institutions.
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US Federal Reserve policymakers have warned that strong demand for AI infrastructure will likely sustain upward pressure on prices for technology products and electricity, feeding broader inflation. This complicates the Fed's next interest rate decision, as AI-driven demand becomes a new inflation driver. Central banks are increasingly factoring the AI investment boom into their monetary policy frameworks.
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Warsaw Chopin Airport is lifting the existing duty-free alcohol purchase limit, but only for passengers travelling in business or first class. Economy-class travellers will continue to face the existing restrictions. The decision has sparked controversy over the unequal treatment of passengers based on ticket type.
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Maks Kaśnikowski defeated Pedro Martinez in a three-hour, three-set battle to reach the quarter-finals of the ATP Challenger in Iași, Romania. It was the second consecutive match in which the Pole upset a higher-ranked opponent. Karol Drzewiecki and Piotr Matuszewski also made a successful start in the doubles draw.
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"Heated Rivalry", one of HBO Max's most-watched series and a major pop-culture phenomenon of 2025, received zero nominations at the 78th Emmy Awards. The snub has surprised critics and commentators, given the show's enormous viewership and cultural impact. No official explanation for the omission has been provided.
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US Central Command (CENTCOM) carried out a second wave of airstrikes against Iranian military targets along Iran's coastline in response to threats to civilian shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. In total, nearly 170 targets were struck over two days. CENTCOM published footage of the strikes on X.
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The $149 base NVIDIA Shield TV has reportedly been out of stock at major retailers for months, with signs pointing to a quiet discontinuation. Rising memory costs and NVIDIA's increasing focus on AI are cited as likely reasons for the move. The pricier Shield TV Pro model remains available.
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