1Businessrepublicworld.com
Microsoft Plans Fresh Layoffs, Impacting Thousands of Roles
Microsoft is reportedly preparing another round of job cuts, affecting under 2.5% of the company's global workforce. The layoffs will impact sales and consulting teams, and staff within the Xbox gaming unit. This follows a series of workforce reductions across the technology sector. The company, which employs about 228,000 full-time workers as of June 2025, recently announced one of its largest layoffs in recent years, cutting nearly 4% of its staff. The move reflects a shift towards investing heavily in artificial intelligence infrastructure, while traditional business units face budget pressures.
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Australian spider declared world’s fastest after record-breaking sprint
A new lab study from Germany's University of Greifswald and Imperial College London has declared the world's fastest arachnid, with an Australian jungle huntsman spider reaching a top speed of 3.6 metres per second. The study compared more than 160 live spider species from across the UK, Australia, North America, and southern Europe, including dozens sourced from pet shops. The researchers found that a spider's running speed was related to its body weight and that there was substantial speed variation among spiders with similar body mass. The findings were published in the journal bioaRxiv.
3Financeeuropesays.com
KLA (KLAC) Could See Fresh Demand From Samsung And SK Hynix's $1.3 Trillion Plan - Korea
NdaqGS:KLAC, a supplier of semiconductor equipment, could see increased demand from Samsung and SK Hynix's $1.3 Trillion investment plan in South Korea, which is aimed at new chipmaking and advanced packaging facilities that require extensive process control tools. This investment could significantly boost demand for KLA, a key supplier of this equipment. The scale of the plan is material for KAL as process control tool features across each new fab and packaging line. The move aligns with KLA’s high share in semiconductor process control and could reinforce its role in AI focused memory and packaging flows. However, there are risks that tariffs, weaker China demand, and a shorter order backlog could offset some of the expected benefits from the investments. KLA's strong position in process control could make it more sensitive to changes in project timing, export rules, or capex priorities.
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Bangladesh warns of dengue surge as weather aids spread
Bangladesh is expected to see a sharp increase in dengue infections over the next two months due to wet weather and inadequate mosquito control, according to health experts. The disease's spread has accelerated in recent weeks, raising concerns following the nation's deadliest ever outbreak in 2023. Dengue deaths rose from one in May to 18 by the end of June, and reported infections increased by over eightfold. Experts predict that cases in Dhaka will double in July and increase by three to fourfold by August. The threat comes as Bangladesh continues to deal with one of its worst measles outbreaks in decades.
5Environmentwkzo.com
Analysis-Industrial firms warn EU carbon overhaul could benefit polluters
Industrial firms have warned that an EU proposal to overhaul the emissions trading system could benefit polluters. The ETS, Europe's main policy for reducing CO2 emissions, is designed to reward lower-emission production and help outcompete more polluting competitors. However, industrial companies are concerned that it could weaken the scheme, eroding the advantage for low-carbon early movers. The changes to the ETS are part of a political backlash against Europe's green agenda, which some argue is eroding industrial competitiveness. The Commission has indicated willingness to soften the scheme by giving companies additional free CO2 permits to reduce their carbon bill.
6Worldnorthlandnewsradio.com
Ukraine seeks €6.6 billion from EU’s peace fund for military aid
The Ukrainian government is seeking €6.6 billion ($7.5 billion) from the European Peace Fund for military aid. The country's total defence budget is estimated at €136 billion this year, with around €53 billion of this funding. The request comes as part of a wider effort to utilise this opportunity.
7Healthnorthlandnewsradio.com
AlzeCure signs out-licensing, collaboration deal worth over $2.2 billion
AlzeCure Pharma has signed a partnership with Danish biotech QuantumCell ApS for over $2.2 billion. The deal includes development and commercial milestone payments, tiered royalties on sales, and a potential for multiple sclerosis. AlzeCURE is developing small-molecule drug candidates for central nervous system diseases, including Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, with a focus on Alzheimer's.
8Politicswkzo.com
Taiwan ships should ignore boarding requests by China coast guard, Taipei says
Taiwanese ships off Taiwan's east coast should ignore any boarding and inspection demands by China's Coast Guard, according to a senior official from Taiwan. This follows China's recent "special maritime traffic law-enforcement operation" off Taiwan, which saw the operation as part of a response to Japan and the Philippines' announcement of formal talks on their maritime boundaries. If necessary, Taiwanese Coast Guard vessels will intervene to prevent boarding. China, which views Taiwan as its own territory, has repeatedly denied that the waters around Taiwan are Chinese and that Taipei has no sovereignty of its own. The Chinese coast guard has also been criticized for its actions by the U.S., Britain, France, and Germany.
9Techlaconiadailysun.com
CFS named first international partner in UKAEA's LIBRTI programme
Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS), the world's largest fusion energy company, has been named the first international company to participate in the UK Atomic Energy Authority's flagship Lithium Breeding Tritium Innovation programme (LIBRTI). The LIBRTI aims to demonstrate net tritium production, a crucial capability for commercializing fusion energy. CFS will gain access to world-leading infrastructure for blanket testing, including a customised large-scale neutron source. The partnership builds on momentum from the King's Address to the U.S. Congress. C FS is currently building its SPARC fusion demonstration machine and expects to generate electricity from its first ARC fusion power plant in Virginia in the early 2030s.
10Sportstimesleaderonline.com
US Set For A Round Of 32 World Cup Game With Bosnia-Herzegovina As Knockout Play Begins
The US team is set to face Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32 World Cup match, which will determine the success of the tournament. The team has only won one World Cup knockout round win ever, coming in 2002 against Mexico. Despite starting the tournament with wins over Paraguay and Australia, they are considered the favorites to advance against a Bosnian team that has never made it past the group stage. The U.S. team is 1-13-7 against European teams at the World Cup since 1990, and is winless in their last 13 matches against European squads at the tournament since then. Christian Pulisic, who has been out of one game due to a calf injury, is ready to start after missing one game with a calf issue.
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Serena Williams ‘Enjoyed The Moment’ Despite 3-Set Loss At Wimbledon In Comeback At Age 44
Serena Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, lost her first singles match in nearly four years at Wimbledon in a three-set match against 20-year-old Maya Joint of Australia. Despite the loss, Williams expressed satisfaction and said she enjoyed the moment and enjoyed the atmosphere at the event. Despite not having played a singles match since the 2022 U.S. Open, this was her first Wimbledon victory. This match marked the first time her youngest daughter, Adira, saw her play singles. Despite having no singles ranking, Williams was given wild card invitations by Wimbledon organizers to play singles and also doubles with her older sister Venus.
