The average fuel economy of American cars in the 1970s was dramatically lower than today's figures. Modern technologies such as turbocharged engines, hybrids and electric vehicles have radically improved efficiency. The comparison highlights five decades of automotive progress in terms of miles per gallon.
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The United States has expressed "deep concern" over European Union plans to impose carbon emission charges on certain international flights. US Department of Transportation spokeswoman Brenna Jefferies made the announcement to Reuters on Monday. Washington is signalling the possibility of retaliatory measures against the EU proposals.
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Brandon Moore, sparring partner of Kristian Prenga, believes his fighter can upset Anthony Joshua just as Andy Ruiz did in 2019. The bout is scheduled for Saturday in Saudi Arabia. Moore expressed full confidence in Prenga's ability ahead of the high-profile clash.
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New EU tariffs on parcels from China have effectively ended the era of cheap everyday shopping on platforms like Temu, Shein and AliExpress. Previously, goods worth under โฌ150 entered duty-free, enabling mass imports of inexpensive Chinese products. The regulatory change has stripped Chinese budget goods of their main price advantage in the European market.
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Researchers have found a way to circumvent Kirchhoff's 160-year-old law of thermal radiation, which was previously considered a fundamental constraint on heat emission. The new method allows heat flow to be manipulated in a programmable, more flexible manner. The breakthrough could have major implications for thermal energy management in electronics and energy systems.
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Uterine prolapse is a common medical condition affecting many women over 50 and becomes very prevalent after age 80. Polish doctors have developed a new surgical method to treat it, with early results described as excellent โ patients return to full fitness and activity. The story was covered by TVN's Fakty news programme.
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Despite the dominance of music streaming, CDs are experiencing an unexpected revival among Generation Z. For many young people, physical music releases have ceased to be a listening format and become collectible objects and shelf decorations โ something to own and display. The trend is reshaping how the younger generation relates to music.
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At the FIFA World Cup final in East Rutherford, New Jersey, President Donald Trump largely ignored Canadian PM Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum in favour of FIFA President Gianni Infantino. Trump took Infantino's call about striker Folarin Balogun's red card and appears to give the FIFA chief standing access to the Oval Office. It was only the second time the three North American leaders had appeared together publicly.
Russian drones struck the Ukrainian city of Sumy overnight, damaging a high-rise residential building and injuring children. A large fire broke out at a shopping centre in the city, according to Ukrainska Pravda.
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A tourist posted a 170 zล receipt from the renowned fish restaurant "Okoล" in Pasลฤk, expecting outrage over the price โ but most commenters sided with the restaurant. The venue's manager explained that the quality of freshly sourced fish cannot be compared with supermarket alternatives, justifying the higher prices.
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Xiaomi is developing two new budget smartwatches under the Redmi Watch 6 line โ the Active and Lite variants. Both models are aimed at cost-conscious consumers. Detailed specifications and pricing have not yet been disclosed.
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Bitcoin climbed to a two-week high near $65,500, driven by a sharp rebound in Asian semiconductor shares and a five-day streak of ETF inflows totalling over $600 million. Oil prices pulled back amid diplomatic signals from the Middle East, adding to the positive risk sentiment.
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World of Warcraft's lead director has hinted at new content for the secondary profession of archaeology, which has gone without meaningful updates for eight years. The revamped skill is expected to arrive with the upcoming expansion WoW: The Last Titan. Blizzard appears to be treating archaeology as one of the new expansion's priorities.
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Hybrid and regular nail polish manicures are not always safe to apply, and several situations call for skipping them altogether. These include damaged nail plates, certain skin conditions and allergies to product ingredients. Checking these risk factors before booking an appointment can prevent further harm.
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Poland registered 68,871 premium-segment cars in the first half of 2026, according to data from the Samar automotive research institute. Although sales of luxury cars are nominally growing, their market share is declining as Poles increasingly opt for cheaper vehicles. BMW, Mercedes and Audi remain the most frequently purchased premium brands.
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BBC science correspondent Nicola Davis investigated the strange story of Tam O'Braan, who claimed to grow award-winning tea in Scotland and sell it to some of the UK's finest hotels. While reporting on tea plantations in the UK, Davis noticed inconsistencies in his story. The case ultimately turned out to be an audacious Scottish tea fraud.
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The day after Argentina's defeat to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, Lionel Messi's wife Antonela Roccuzzo posted an emotional message to her husband on Instagram. "You will always be the best," she wrote, publicly supporting Messi following the painful final loss.
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Poland's Chief Sanitary Inspectorate has ordered the immediate withdrawal of coconut flakes sold in Rossmann stores after sulphur dioxide derivatives were found to exceed permitted levels. The GIS issued a public warning urging consumers not to consume the product.
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Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander Gen. Oleksandr Syrskyi addressed reports of a conflict with former Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov in a published essay. He said he was surprised to learn of the alleged dispute and issued a direct apology: "Mykhailo Albertovych, I apologise."
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New research has found that microplastics penetrate as deep as 2 kilometres below the ocean surface, far deeper than previously thought. The findings confirm that plastic pollution has reached the deep layers of the world's oceans.
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Actress Chloe Fineman has announced her departure from Saturday Night Live after seven seasons as a cast member. She described the decision as "bittersweet" and said she had been "crying sweet tears" over the exit.
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Betting on the World Cup through the crypto prediction market Polymarket made millionaires of just five users, while nearly 130,000 wallet addresses ended the tournament in the red. The event highlighted the high-risk nature of crypto prediction markets, where a tiny handful of winners capture most of the gains at the expense of the vast majority of participants.
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