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Scotland’s trial of a four-day workweek is showing promising results for employees’ mental health and overall work-life balance. The initiative has captured attention as businesses and policymakers explore ways to improve workplace wellbeing. The trial involved a number of companies across Scotland, allowing employees to work fewer hours without reducing pay. Participants reported feeling less stressed, more motivated, and better able to manage personal responsibilities alongside their work commitments. Early feedback suggests that employees were more productive during their working hours, completing tasks efficiently while maintaining high-quality output. Many also noted improved focus and creativity, attributing this to additional rest…

Lamborghini’s chief executive says the brand’s identity still depends on the roar, power, and emotion of petrol engines. The Italian supercar maker plans to keep them at the heart of its lineup for at least another decade before fully embracing electric vehicles. Hybrids take priority At Lamborghini’s London showroom, CEO Stephan Winkelmann said enthusiasm for electric cars is declining. He sees this as an opportunity to focus on hybrid technology that combines performance with emotion. Within weeks, Lamborghini will decide whether its upcoming grand tourer, the Lanzador, will be fully electric or a plug-in hybrid. Winkelmann stressed that while the…

New Cases Linked to Quarantined ContactsHealth officials in South Carolina confirmed that the state’s measles outbreak has expanded to 15 cases, all connected to previously known infections. The Department of Public Health said the new patients were already in quarantine when they became contagious, meaning no new community exposures have occurred. Authorities emphasized that the containment measures appear to be working, with all affected individuals under medical supervision. Schools at the Center of Early SpreadThe outbreak originated in Spartanburg County, where early cases were linked to Global Academy and Fairforest Elementary School. More than 150 unvaccinated students were placed in…

A long-acting injection to prevent HIV is set to be approved for use in England and Wales, offering a major new alternative to daily pills currently used for protection against the virus. The injection, known as cabotegravir (CAB-LA), is administered once every two months and provides a new form of pre-exposure prophylaxis (Prep) for people at risk of HIV who cannot take oral medication. The treatment is already available on the NHS in Scotland. In draft guidance published on Friday, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) recommended CAB-LA for adults and young people unable to use daily…

Verily Me Designed to Connect Medical Records Across SystemsAlphabet’s life sciences division, Verily, has introduced a new mobile application called Verily Me, aimed at helping users access, organize, and share their medical data securely. The app consolidates health records from multiple providers into one platform, allowing users to receive personalized health insights and recommendations from licensed clinicians. AI Assistant and Nutrition Tools Among Key FeaturesVerily Me includes an artificial intelligence assistant named Violet, capable of answering questions such as vaccination dates or details from recent doctor visits. The app also features a nutrition component that lets users photograph their meals…

Under the leadership of Garrick Ohlsson, the jury for the 19th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition has selected 11 pianists to advance to the finals. Poland’s Piotr Alexewicz stands as the nation’s last representative in the world-renowned contest. The announcement revealed the complete list of finalists, confirming Alexewicz as the sole Polish contender still in the running. Founded in 1927, this historic event remains one of the most distinguished piano competitions in existence. Dedicated entirely to Fryderyk Chopin’s compositions, it continues to uphold nearly a century of musical tradition and excellence. Finalists Prepare to Perform Chopin’s Masterpieces The jury named…

A surprise phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday has unsettled Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s mission in Washington. The two leaders agreed to meet soon to discuss the war in Ukraine, catching Kyiv off guard and complicating Zelensky’s push for advanced American weapons. The timing was severe. Within 24 hours, Russia launched dozens of missiles and more than 300 drones across Ukraine. Civilian infrastructure suffered again, with gas pipelines and power stations damaged just as freezing temperatures arrive. Rolling blackouts now sweep across the country, signaling a harsh winter ahead. Russia’s strikes expose…

A Norwegian court in Oslo convicted a 28-year-old former US Embassy security guard of espionage on Wednesday. Judges ruled that he spied for Russia and Iran and sentenced him to three years and seven months in prison. Prosecutors said he shared confidential embassy information, including floor plans, security procedures, and details about diplomats, with foreign agents, according to Norwegian state broadcaster NRK. The man, whose name remains undisclosed, admitted to the facts in the indictment but denied committing a crime. NRK reported that his decision to contact Russian and Iranian intelligence stemmed from frustration over US ties to Israel and…

Nestlé will cut 16,000 jobs worldwide — about 6% of its workforce — over the next two years as new CEO Philipp Navratil pushes to boost growth and cut costs. The layoffs include 12,000 office roles and 4,000 positions in manufacturing and supply chains. “The world is changing and Nestlé needs to change faster,” Navratil said, pledging to make “hard but necessary” decisions with transparency. The company, which makes KitKat, Nescafé, and Purina, aims to save 3 billion Swiss francs (£2.8bn) by 2027, up from its previous goal of 2.5bn. Nestlé reported a 1.9% sales drop to 65.9bn francs in…

Survey Finds Declining Trust in Nation’s Health LeadershipA new Axios-Ipsos poll shows that most Americans believe the nation’s overall health has worsened under President Donald Trump and Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The October survey found that respondents who say the country is less healthy outnumber those who think it has improved by more than two to one. The findings reflect mounting concerns over the administration’s approach to vaccines, public health agencies, and medical misinformation. Public Skepticism Grows Toward Key Health InstitutionsConfidence in federal health agencies such as the CDC, NIH, and FDA has continued to erode, according to…