Gladys Khoza had missed being able to see her family.  Khoza is one of 133 people whose sight was restored during a “marathon” of free cataract surgeries conducted by doctors in South Africa at two hospitals over two weekends last month.  “Wow!” a delighted Khoza whispered as a nurse peeled back a bandage a day after her operation, and the world came back into view.

'Wow!' The eye surgery marathon that restored sight for some South Africans

The European Union should abandon the unanimity principle that governs most of its decision-making, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has told news outlets of the Funke Media Group in remarks published on Saturday. Wadephul pointed in particular to a dispute with Hungary over a large loan to Ukraine backed by other EU members.

German foreign minister backs abandoning EU's unanimity principle

An explosion has occurred at the Israel Centre in Nijkerk to the east of Amsterdam in the Netherlands, Dutch media reported on Saturday. No one was injured in the blast, which took place late on Friday, the ANP news agency reported, citing police.

No injuries after blast at pro-Israel centre in the Netherlands

The beach-style pontoons are aimed at common terns, which migrate from Africa for the UK summer.

New nesting beach for birds at RSPB reserve

According to the report by KAN, the officer allegedely made made sexually explicit statements towards his subordinate, with the incident being investigated. An officer from Lahav 433, Israel's "FBI," is being investigated after he sexually harassed a policewoman who was working as his direct subordinate, KAN reported on Friday.

Police investigate Lahav 433 officer accused of sexually harassing subordinate policewoman

Built by Italian coachbuilder Pietro Frua in 1976–77, the BMW 528 GT was a one-off E12-based fastback BMW initially resisted. With Alfa and Maserati lighting, later upgraded to an M30 inline-six, it toured Turin and Geneva before ending up in Mexico.

The Forgotten BMW Coupe That Turned a 5 Series Into Something Far More Exotic

Fiat’s 1955 600 became the template for the modern city car: rear-engine practicality, Multipla spin-offs, and massive licensed production from SEAT to Zastava’s “Fića.” Italy built ~2.7M, Kragujevac 923k, and 600-based totals hit ~4.9M.

Before Cheap Cars Were Common, This Fiat Changed Everyday Life for Millions

The affordable watchmaker taps a respected EDC brand from Japan for a military-coded take on the Expedition.

Timex Gives Its Classic Affordable Field Watch a Tactical, Milspec Makeover

HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) —AAA says that the national average for a gallon of gas is $4.09, and here in Hampton Roads, that average has jumped to nearly $4 for unleaded regular gas. One month ago, it was more than a dollar less, at $2.95. The higher prices have been driven by tensions in the Middle East cutting down the oil supply. The trickle-down has hit Norfolk resident Marti Johnson. “The […]

Pain at the pump for Hampton Roads residents

An Atlas V is slated to launch 29 of Amazon's internet satellites — collectively the heaviest load the rocket has ever lofted — on Saturday morning (April 4), and you can watch it live.

Watch Atlas V rocket launch its heaviest-ever payload early on April 4

Netflix faces €500 refunds per customer in Italy after court ruled price hikes from 2017-2024 unlawful, with 90 days to comply or pay daily penalties.

Netflix’s Price Hikes Just Got Rejected by an Italian Court. Here’s Why It Matters Everywhere

(Bloomberg) -- The Middle East’s biggest aluminum producer said it may take as long as a year to restore full output at its Abu Dhabi plant, following an Iranian attack a week ago.Emirates Global Aluminium said the Al Taweelah smelter went into emergency shutdown, after suffering significant damage from missiles and drones. The company has completed an initial damage assessment of the facilities in the United Arab Emirates and is in contact with customers whose shipments may be impacted, it said

It May Take a Year to Restore Abu Dhabi Aluminum Output, EGA Says

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India posts an impressive 29% March surge as FY2026 sales reach 6.37 million units.

Honda’s Biggest Flex Isn’t Its Superbikes, It’s Selling 500K Bikes In One Month

The Iran war is costing Americans around $3 per day. Here’s a simple breakdown of military, fuel, and inflation impacts.

How Much Has the Iran War Cost the Average American Per Day?

Ryanair is warning that summer travel could hit turbulence as the Iran conflict squeezes jet fuel supply. The real risk is not just higher prices. It is planes that never take off.

Europe’s Airlines Run Low on Fuel

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) isn’t the only Mag Seven stock to think about buying after a brief plunge into bear market territory. With the AI trade coming back online over hopes that the war in Iran will be over in two or three weeks’ time, perhaps the discounts across the board might not be sticking around for ... Tesla Stock Hasn’t Looked This Cheap in a While

Tesla Stock Hasn’t Looked This Cheap in a While

Germany's Lufthansa Group has entered the bidding race for the Portuguese state airline TAP, a spokesman for the Frankfurt-based company said on Thursday. A non-binding offer has been submitted as a first step, the spokesman said.

Germany's Lufthansa enters race for stake in Portuguese airline TAP

The Gulf accounts for around 23% of global, non-China aluminum production, most of which is sold overseas.

Gulf aluminum output tumbles on Iran war

The conflict with Iran has slowed but not stopped progress on autonomous transport in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Riyadh.

Gulf countries roll out more autonomous taxis

There are courtroom dramas, and then there are courtroom dramas involving two of Germany’s most powerful automotive names. This one falls firmly into the latter category. In a case that tried to fast-track the end ... Read more

Activists Took BMW and Mercedes to Court Over Gas Cars. It Didn’t Stick

Australia announces sweeping gambling ad restrictions while Polymarket stays blocked under existing Interactive Gambling Act rules.

Australia Cracks Down on Gambling Ads as Prediction Markets Like Polymarket Remain Blocked

Toyota’s all-electric Hilux will go on sale in Australia next month, marking the first time the battery-powered pickup is available outside Thailand, its home market. That gives us an idea of how much the first-ever electric Hilux costs, and it’s not exactly cheap. Prices start from $74,990 ...

The Electric Toyota Hilux Is Finally here, But It's Not Cheap

Bonk.fun’s April Fools post joking about blocking Israel sparks debate over politics, crypto neutrality, and geo-restrictions.

Bonk.fun’s April Fools Joke Targets Israel, Sparks Debate

Volkswagen has opened presales in China for the ID. ERA 9X, its first range extended EV and one of its clearest market specific bets yet. The big three row SUV shows how far VW is adapting its China strategy around local tastes and technology.

Volkswagen Just Revealed a Massive Range-Extended SUV for China, and America Isn’t Getting It

With the war in Iran driving up the global price of oil, air fares and fees are rapidly increasing ahead of the summer travel season.

Air travelers face higher ticket prices as Iran war drives up oil prices

Bloomberg reports Porsche is weighing canceling the electric 718 Boxster and Cayman as development costs and complexity climb. Slower EV demand and China softness add pressure. Taycan deliveries fell in 2025, while the electric Macan is gaining share. No final decision yet.

Porsche May Kill the Electric Boxster Before It Ever Arrives

IndiGo said Wednesday it was appointing Willie Walsh as its new chief executive as India's leading airline sought to recover from an embarrassing spate of cancellations that threw the country's airports into turmoil
Walsh currently leads the civil aviation industry's leading trade association, the IATA. But he also has two decades of experience leading airlines, including a decade at International Airlines Group (IAG), the parent company of Aer Lingus, British Airways, Iberia and Vueling.Walsh's

IndiGo lands IATA chief Willie Walsh as new CEO

Businesses say they are feeling the effects of rising fuel costs amid the Iran war.

'Here we go again': Businesses grapple with fuel costs

Germany's top economic institutes say the Iran war is exposing structural weaknesses that predate the conflict — and warn that without reform, the country risks permanently underperforming its growth potential.View on euronews

Iran war pushes Germany's deficit to 4.2% as growth outlook is cut by 50%

The soft drinks giant is making the investment alongside local "authorised bottlers" Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa and Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages.

Coca-Cola Co. and bottlers to invest in South Africa operations

Renewable energy accounted for 53% of Germany's electricity consumption in the first quarter, according to preliminary calculations released on Wednesday. This represents an increase of nearly 6 percentage points compared to the same period last year, the Center for Solar Energy and Hydrogen Research (ZSW) and the German Association of Energy and Water Industries (BDEW) said.

Renewables cover over 50% of German electricity consumption in Q1

Expected to start operations in Q3 2026, the facility aims to enhance services for customers in Northern and Eastern India.

UPM Adhesive Materials plans new facility near New Delhi, India

The company operated 27 Dunkin’ stores in India as of December 2025 and closed seven outlets over the previous year.

Jubilant FoodWorks to scrap Dunkin’ franchise arrangement in India

Arrow Exploration Corp (TSX-V:AXL, AIM:AXL, OTC:CSTPF) the Calgary-based oil producer focused on Colombia, has successfully drilled and brought into production a new well at its Mateguafa Attic field, adding to output at one of its most productive sites. The Mateguafa 11 well, known as M-11,...

Arrow Exploration brings new Colombian oil well on stream ahead of schedule and under budget

The Land Rover Freelander—or LR2 as it was called in the US—is back, only not as you remember it. For starters, it’s no longer a Land Rover as it has evolved into its own brand called Freelander as part of a joint venture between China’s Chery Auto and Jaguar Land Rover; it will have its own ...

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