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- 1Geely Unveils EV Battery That Charges in 4.5 MinutesโGeely Charges EVs in 4.5 Minutes and Extends Battery Life
Chinese automaker Geely says it has developed electric-vehicle battery technology capable of a full charge in just 4.5 minutes while also extending overall battery life. If confirmed at scale, the claim would sharply cut charging times compared with current fast-charging systems and address one of the main barriers to EV adoption. Observers are watching for details on range, durability and real-world availability.
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Parking lots at Tel Aviv's Ben-Gurion Airport are reported full as large numbers of travelers pass through during the holiday season. The Jerusalem Post reported the shortage, which reflects the seasonal spike in passenger departures and arrivals. Travelers are advised to plan ahead, as finding a spot near the terminals has become difficult during the peak period.
- 3Leclerc admits Ferrari missed development step rivals madeโCharles Leclerc: "McLaren and Red Bull did a step forward that we didn't do" https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/charles-
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc says McLaren and Red Bull have made a step forward in car development that Ferrari did not match, openly acknowledging the team has fallen behind its main Formula 1 rivals. His candid assessment fuels debate over Ferrari's development direction and competitiveness this season.
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The 2026 UCI Road World Championships are drawing attention in Italy after Tadej Pogacar confirmed he will not take part. His absence leaves the road race wide open, with Remco Evenepoel, Wout van Aert and Mathieu van der Poel seen as the main contenders for the rainbow jersey. Italian coverage is focusing on how the race hierarchy changes without the Slovenian champion.
- 5Cummins made to wait for ODI return as Proteas pick two JansensโCummins made to wait for ODI return, Proteas play two Jansens
Australia captain Pat Cummins will have to wait longer for his return to one-day international cricket, while South Africa have selected both Jansen players in their side. The team news shapes the makeup of the ongoing ODI series between the two sides, with Cummins' continued absence the main talking point for Australian fans.
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A new essay in Noema Magazine argues that artificial intelligence threatens to dismantle the meritocracy that long powered upward mobility in the United States. The piece contends that as AI takes over the cognitive, entry-level and professional work traditionally used by ambitious people to climb the ladder, the main route to advancement for talented outsiders could close. Readers are actively debating whether AI will entrench elite advantage rather than democratise opportunity.
- 7India face Japan in one-off T20 internationalโIndia vs Japan 1st T20 Live Cricket Score | IND vs JPN One-off T20I Live Scores & Commentary
India are playing Japan in a one-off T20 international, with live scores and ball-by-ball commentary being followed widely online. A senior cricketing nation taking on a developing one is the main draw, and fans are tracking updates, scores and reactions throughout the match as it unfolds.
- 8Maine providers say mental health care access still falls shortโMaine has more to do to boost access to mental health care, say providers and stakeholders
Mental health care providers and stakeholders in Maine say the state still has significant work to do to improve access to mental health services. The assessment highlights ongoing gaps in care availability across the state, despite existing efforts to expand services. The discussion reflects continued concern among those working in the field about unmet demand and barriers for residents seeking treatment.
- 9Hundreds gather in Maine to support Lindsay Clancy trialโCentral Maine woman gathered hundreds to stand in support during Lindsay Clancy trial
A woman from central Maine organized a gathering of hundreds of people standing in support during the Lindsay Clancy trial in Massachusetts. Clancy, a Duxbury nurse accused of killing her three children in January 2023, faces charges in a case that has drawn national attention to postpartum mental health. The rally reflects ongoing public sympathy and debate as the trial proceeds.