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The future of Cornwall Airport Newquay should not be used as a "political football", local business leaders have warned. Cornwall Council, which owns the airport, is currently in negotiations to bring in a private partner to invest in and develop the site. Some opposition councillors said they were concerned about handing over majority ownership to a private company and the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce stressed the airport was crucial to the local economy and any deal needed wide political support within the authority. The council said 60% of participants in a recent public consultation had supported its vision for the airport. Despite the airport bringing £72m into the Cornish economy annually, the council currently subsidises its operation by £4m a year. The council has been in talks with a private company, Adynaton, over recent months - which could see it take on financial responsibility for the site. The authority insisted a private partner was needed as it did not have the money or expertise to invest in the airport and help develop 250 acres (100 hectares) of undeveloped land around it on the the 650-acre (260-hectare) estate. John Brown, the chief executive of the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce, welcomed a blueprint which could see a new airport terminal built - along with offices, hotels, and retail units. However, he warned a current lack of widespread political support endangered its success. He said: "This cannot be caught up in the quagmire of political football. It is far too important. "You need broad political commitment. I'd much rather we're moving forward from a committed, more stronger base. "If that requires more time, I think that's absolutely OK - because what we cannot do is rush into a deal." No-confidence vote call Councillors on the Conservative-led authority's economic and growth development scrutiny committee met on Tuesday to discuss concerns about the deal. They have now set up an inquiry to see if the airport could be kept in the council's hands and run more successfully. However, that inquiry would not stop a deal being signed by the authority's cabinet - potentially as early as next month. The disagreement over the airport's future has led to calls for a vote-of-no-confidence in the current Conservative leader, Linda Taylor. The motion, put forward by independent Councillor John Conway, needs 29 supporters before a formal vote can take place. He said: "There's a general feeling of no confidence mainly about the airport issue. "Things are being pushed through without proper scrutiny and without sufficient input from Cornwall Council and Cornish people." The BBC has contacted Mrs Taylor for a response. Follow BBC Cornwall on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to spotlight@bbc.co.uk. https://bbc.com/news/articles/c361kjj8kz1o

An Oxford University researcher has just been awarded more than $150,000 in damages by the Central London County Court following a strange saga involving her mechanic and a damaged example of one of the last air-cooled Porsche 911s. According to the Daily Mail, Penelope Horlick, who specializes in Neanderthals and the mid-Paleolithic period, has been with the esteemed university since 2003. She purchased herself a 1997 Porsche 911 Targa back in 2008, equipped with a 3.6-liter M64 flat-six and a Tiptronic automatic transmission. The air-cooled sports car served as occasional transportation to Oxford until August 2010, when Horlick was reportedly involved in an accident while avoiding a pothole on a wet road; the car developed an oil leak as a result and refused to start. Following the accident, the paper relates, Horlick enlisted the services of a Mr. Jhally of JJ Engineering to get the German sports car back in order. Jhally agreed to do the repair work, later issuing Horlick invoices worth around $12,000. Unfortunately, little to no progress was reportedly made on the car over the next decade or so, and Horlick's attempts to receive updates on the work were reportedly met with extreme hostility, leaving the researcher unwilling to push further. Horlick went as far as to purchase an Audi in 2014 as a replacement for the 993, according to the Daily Mail. After receiving yet another verbal confirmation on the work in progress in 2016, Horlick reportedly began searching for different mechanics to repair the car; despite those efforts, JJ Engineering refused to release the car. Once Horlick filed a court claim in 2022, Jhally allegedly dropped the stripped shell of the 993 off in front of Horlick’s home; the valuable engine and transmission had reportedly been removed, as had other key components. Horlick claims this created undue distress. Horlick sued Jhally for compensation for breach of contract and for conversion. The court has sided with the academic, awarding her £114,000—around $152,000—in damages. "He didn't complete the work with reasonable care and skill, indeed he didn't complete it at all, although there is no significant criticism of the way he undertook his diagnosis," said the judge. Both sides must still return to court to discuss issues such as interest payments, legal costs, and whether an appeal is viable for Mr. Jhally, according to the Daily Mail. Hopefully, those winnings will help Horlick rebuild the 993. (Maybe without the Tiptronic this time around.) https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a62471759/porsche-911-targa-owner-payout-mechanic/

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Has your life been touched by a block of lime green and low resolution Arial font this summer? The cultural phenomenon that is "brat" has inspired millions of posts, plenty of dance moves and even reached the heights of American politics. But as the days become smaller and the nights draw in Charli XCX - who spawned the phrase - has said it's over. The singer posted to say "goodbye forever brat summer" along with some of notable brat-related moments. But some fans - particularly those in the southern hemisphere, where summer is yet to arrive - have vowed to keep the spirit alive Brat is the name of Charli's sixth studio album which has found critical success and worldwide appeal as people have rushed to embrace its rebellious attitude. The singer told the BBC's Sidetracked podcast brat was a concept that represented a person who might have "a pack of cigs, a Bic lighter and a strappy white top with no bra". It is thought of by some as a rejection of the "clean girl" aesthetic - which suggested a groomed ideal of femininity. "You’re just like that girl who is a little messy and likes to party and maybe says some dumb things sometimes," Charli explained on social media. "Who feels like herself but maybe also has a breakdown. But kind of like parties through it, is very honest, very blunt. "A little bit volatile. Like, does dumb things. But it’s brat. You’re brat. That’s brat." 'kamala IS brat' It does not take much for the heat of US politics to spawn endless memes, but brat has hit the race to be the most powerful politician in the world. Shortly after President Joe Biden announced he was leaving the US election race and endorsed his vice-president Kamala Harris, Charli posted "kamala IS brat". The Harris campaign then scattered references to the album across its social media accounts, renaming her profile Kamala HQ. Obviously, it had to be a new lime green photo in the style of the Brat album cover. Experts have said it was part of an effort for Kamala Harris to appeal more to younger voters. We'll find out how successful it's been in November. The Apple legacy No, not to do with the phone. Millions of people have tried (and mostly succeeded) in splitting an apple down symmetrical lines. The TikTok trend has had courageous attempts from celebs such as Glen Powell, Amelia Dimoldenberg and Daisy Edgar-Jones trying to move their arms up, down and side to side, in sync to the lyrics of Apple. But as the trend eventually fades away, the videos and memories remain. We'll let you decide if they are rotten right to the core. https://bbc.com/news/articles/cwyj2y7ggd7o

Restrictions on the movement of sheep and cattle have been introduced across two counties after more animals tested positive for the bluetongue virus. The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) said a restricted zone was now in place around Norfolk and Suffolk. UK Chief Veterinary Officer Christine Middlemiss said officials were trying to get a balance between not further spreading the virus and allowing farmers to manage their businesses. Defra said keepers of cattle, sheep, camelids, including llamas and alpacas, and other ruminants must remain vigilant and follow the restrictions applying to animal movements. Dr Middlemiss said: "Farmers are urged not to move animals within the zone unless it is absolutely necessary. "This means all keepers in these regions must urgently act now to both prevent the disease spreading to their herds and any further." She has asked livestock keepers to have their animals sampled, adding "this will inform our subsequent control actions". "We are trying to get a balance between stopping the spread of the virus and not putting lots of restrictions in place that make it rally difficult for farmers to manage their businesses," she said. In addition, she is in discussions about the emergency use of a bluetongue vaccine. Dr Middlemiss said: "It wouldn't have had the full safety and efficacy studies that are normally required, but in the face of an infection, and we do know quite a lot about this vaccination, we may decide it should be put on the market for people to use in certain circumstances to protect their livestock." Notifiable disease' Bluetongue is spread by the bites of midges and can cause infertility and breathing problems in sheep, cattle and goats, but does not affect people or food safety. The virus was first detected at a farm close to Haddiscoe, near Beccles, on Monday, and a 20km (12.4 mile) temporary control zone (TCZ) put into place. The TCZ was extended on Wednesday after more cases were found, but by Friday animals were testing positive for the virus in both counties. A Defra statement said: "We are committed to working with everyone affected to help them protect their animals and those of neighbouring farmers, and we will keep the size and nature of the zone under constant review as our understanding of the disease picture develops. "Bluetongue virus is a notifiable disease. Suspicion of bluetongue virus in animals in England must be reported to the Animal and Plant Health Agency." Last winter, a similar TCZ was in force around a farm in the Norfolk town of Acle after a number of animals tested positive. Restrictions were lifted in February. Between November and March there were 126 bluetongue cases across four counties in England. They included 119 cases in cattle and seven in sheep. Defra said the disease could prove fatal for infected animals "in the most severe cases". https://bbc.com/news/articles/cd9dv20gylyo

View Photos Nissan The Nissan Armada is redesigned for 2025 with a new look and plenty of fresh features. The old model's 5.6-liter V-8 gives way to a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6 engine with 425 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque. We don't yet have pricing, but the new model should start at around $60,000. The outgoing Nissan Armada was an oft-forgotten but underrated full-size SUV, having adopted the strong bones of the global Nissan Patrol when the second-generation model arrived in the U.S. in 2017. For the new third generation, Nissan is strengthening the connection between the 2025 Armada and the Patrol in an attempt to give the U.S. nameplate a taste of the recognition and reputation that the Patrol has garnered in global markets over its long history. In other words, the new Armada finally gets access to some of the Patrol’s features that were previously withheld from the U.S. market, including an optional height-adjustable air suspension and a locking rear differential on four-wheel-drive models. Nissan says it still sees key full-size-SUV competitors as the Chevy Tahoe, Ford Expedition, and Toyota Sequoia, but it hopes that the Armada's fortified capabilities will give it additional appeal. View Photos Nissan The new Armada is slightly longer than the model it replaces, and Nissan claims additional cargo space behind both the second and third rows of seats in addition to a lower floor. It still offers either seven- or eight-passenger capacity depending on whether you choose the standard second-row bench or the optional captain's chairs. Its new look incorporates a chrome-heavy front end with C-shaped LED accent lights, while the rear end has a "floating roof" effect at the D-pillar and now has an LED light strip running the width of the tailgate. Like the related Infiniti QX80, the Armada ditches the 5.6-liter V-8 in favor of a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6. For those worried about the new engine's smaller displacement, the six attempts to silence doubters with its huge 516 pound-feet of torque and the same 8500-pound max tow rating as before. It has 425 horsepower, a competitive number for this segment, and uses a nine-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, with four-wheel drive optional. View Photos Nissan Armada Pro-4X A Pro-4X trim level joins the lineup and comes standard with off-road goodies and a more rugged look. Nissan says its different front and rear bumpers give it better approach and departure angles, and it also has skid plates, Yokohama Geolander all-terrain tires, and red-accented tow hooks. The top-spec Platinum Reserve trim is also new, and it's loaded with nearly as many luxury items as the QX80 offers, including quilted leather upholstery, 22-inch wheels, and a Klipsch audio system (though the Nissan's setup only has 12 speakers to the Infiniti's 24). The SV and SL trims round out the lower end of the Armada lineup. View Photos Nissan Dual 12.3-inch screens are standard, acting as a digital gauge cluster and central infotainment display, and the higher trims have a 14.3-inch center screen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and Google built-in apps are offered on the SL and above. Most driver-assistance features come standard, and Nissan's latest ProPilot 2.1 technology is optional and allows for hands-free driving under certain circumstances. We expect the 2025 Armada's starting price to be around $60,000 when it goes on sale early next year. The Platinum Reserve and loaded Pro-4X trims will likely approach $80,000, meaning there will be plenty of overlap between the Nissan and its Infiniti sibling at that level. https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a61957640/2025-nissan-armada-revealed/

After dominating the football pitch for years, Cristiano Ronaldo now aims to dominate the world of content creators as he is aiming to dethrone Jimmy Donaldson's, aka "Mr Beast", title of most subscribed channel on global video-sharing platform, reported News18. Speaking to reporters during a media talk ahead of Portugal’s Nations League fixture against Croatia, Ronaldo said: "Mr Beast on YouTube? In two years, let's try to beat him." Mr Beast has about 313 million subscribers on his YouTube channel, whereas star footballer boasts 55.9 million subscribers which he gained in less than a month after launching his YouTube channel in August. It is to be noted that the Portuguese footballer's YouTube channel "UR · Cristiano" had garnered 1.69 million subscribers within hours and the 39-year-old soon received the gold Play Button only a day after launching the channel. He is also the fastest person to reach one million subscribers on the world's largest video-sharing platform. The achievement has been recognised by the Guinness World Records (GWR) which has acknowledged Al Nassr star's YouTube channel as one with the most subscribers gained in 24 hours. According to WikiTubia, a site specialising in YouTube records, Ronaldo's channel reached 100,000 subscribers in 22 minutes, one million subscribers in 47 minutes, and 10 million subscribers in 11 hours and 31 minutes. With being one of the most followed individuals on the planet across various platforms, it would be interesting to see whether the Portuguese footballer — one of the most followed individuals on the planet across various platforms — is able to surpass Mr Beast on YouTube. https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1226669-cristiano-ronaldo-aiming-to-become-most-subscribed-person-on-youtube

health Good health is incredibly complex, and there are lots of tiny tweaks you can make to your daily habits in order to help you live longer, and with more energy. When it comes to your health, your lifestyle choices play an important role. Lifestyle changes are behaviour modifications or habit changes that encourage positive changes in your life. It’s never too late to start integrating healthier habits into your daily routine. Experience a fresh start by taking control of how you feel today and committing to small improvements. These are the building blocks that put you on track to feel stronger, prevent illness, and improve your quality of life for years to come. Here are a few healthy lifestyle changes that could have the most significant impact on your health... Make sleep a priority: A good night of sleep can improve productivity, boost your mood, and stabilize your blood sugar to control hunger and cravings. You need seven to nine hours every night. The drawbacks to skimping on sleep are no joke. Consider this: if you’re skipping just an hour and getting six each night, your risk of obesity goes up 23 per cent. If you have trouble sleeping, use calming essential oils, eat sleep-promoting foods or making an effort to avoid screen time an hour before bed. Instead, unwind before bedtime with a bath or some light reading. Your body’s circadian rhythm functions best when you make a habit of sleeping and waking at consistent times, which eventually stabilises energy and mood. Give up sedentary lifestyle: Sitting in a chair for too long can be the source of many illnesses. Simply standing up for a few minutes can reduce the risks. Adding simple stretching while you stand up can further improve blood circulation and metabolism. Add more movement into your life by breaking-up sedentary activities with physical activity. For instance take the stairs instead of the elevator or escalator; swap-up your coffee break for a power walk; after all, walking is the best exercise. Switch to healthy food: By ditching the processed convenience foods and nourishing yourself with a balanced diet of fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables, whole grains, plant-based proteins, and healthy polyunsaturated fats, you can improve your health and overall quality of life. Choose healthier fats: Not all fats are created equal. You should avoid ‘unhealthy’ fats and choose ‘healthy’ fats. Healthy fats can help lower bad cholesterol and help lose excessive weight. You can find the healthy fats in avocados, coconut oil, butter, extra virgin oil, and omega-3s. Extract sugar from your life: Sugar is bad for your health. Processed sugar can lead to weight gain, which could be the source of certain illness. Sugar has no essential nutrients and is bad for your teeth. Fructose in sugar can lead to liver damage and can cause insulin resistance, which can cause type-2 diabetes. So really take a close look at your diet and consider the amount of sugar you consume on a daily and/or weekly basis. Increase your water intake: Hydrating yourself is important to many physical and biological activities and benefits. Some benefits of staying hydrated include weight loss, skin elasticity, mood balance, temperature control, and much more! Get more sunlight: Your body craves fresh air and sunlight, not just as a break from being inside but also for the production of vitamin D, an essential nutrient that supports bone health, blood cell production, and a healthy immune system. A day spent enjoying the sunlight can also boost your mood! Quit Smoking: If you are committed towards a healthier lifestyle then quitting smoking is mandatory. Smoking is a habit that causes many fatal diseases. Damages include respiratory disease, lung cancer; reduce blood flows, and much more. Avoiding or not starting to smoke in the beginning can help prevent unwanted outcomes. So no more excuses, it’s time to quit! Get regular health checkups: You should always be aware of the conditions of your body so that you can increase the chance of preventing illness. Regular annual checkups can help this. You can do regular health checks and add other tests - depending on your health conditions. Stay away from your phone: Too much time on the phone can reduce your vision, leading to bad posture and can limit your social activities outside of the phone. People call reducing spending time on the phone a ‘phone diet’, which recommends staying away as much as possible because it allows many benefits to come into your life. Limit social media time: How many times a week do you find yourself glued to social media? If this struggle sounds familiar, it may be time to try a social media detox. A detox can break the habit of checking your Facebook or Instagram during downtime, creating space in your day to stay productive and prevent procrastination. It can also reduce headaches and eye and neck tension that often come from staring at a screen too long. Be socially active: Healthy relationships are what we call ‘primary food’, the things that nourish and satisfy you off your plate. Think about the people in your life, and commit to spending more time cultivating relationships that make you feel good, uplifted, and inspired. Catch up with a friend over the phone or plan a weekend hiking with family or friends. By nourishing your support system, you’ll create a lasting impact on your health, as you’ll have someone to turn to during all phases of life, good or bad. Socialising and meeting new people can increase your daily expectation and give you the chance to meet those who will connect with you, ultimately leading to life-satisfaction. Increased life satisfaction can help you have a healthier life. Do what you enjoy: Activities you enjoy would make your every day enjoyable, will help you commit more to the activity, and you will feel more confident. You can try out running, drawing, yoga, biking, hiking, playing an instrument, listening to music, reading a book, or anything else you enjoy! . https://www.thenews.com.pk/magazine/you/952674-lifestyle-changes-for-good-health

The UK has defended its decision to suspend some arms sales to Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called the decision "shameful", saying on social media that it "will only embolden Hamas". But Husam Zomlot, the Palestinians' top envoy to the UK, called the partial ban an “important first step” to the UK’s fulfilment of its “legal obligations under domestic and international law”. On Monday, the UK suspended around 30 out of 350 weapons export licences to Israel. But UK Defence Secretary John Healey insisted the UK remained a "staunch ally" of Israel, telling the BBC Israel's security would not be weakened by the decision. Government ministers say the weapons could be used in Gaza to violate international law. But human rights group Amnesty International UK said the measures were "too limited". Others have criticised the timing of the announcement for coming on the same day funerals took place for six hostages killed by Hamas last week. Mr Healey told BBC Breakfast it was "agonising" seeing the faces of the dead hostages but explained the timing was "driven by the fact that this was a legal process" and the need to report to Parliament. Foreign Secretary David Lammy said on Monday the UK would be suspending 30 out of 350 arms export licences to Israel, affecting equipment such as parts for fighter jets, helicopters and drones. Talking to BBC Breakfast, Mr Healey said these were chosen because they supplement equipment used in Gaza for “offensive purposes”, while the “vast majority of other parts our country exports to Israel are either not related to the conflict or maybe used for Israel’s defence". UK arms sales to Israel are small in comparison to other allies, contributing just 1% of the country’s defence imports. The UK exports arms to multiple countries including Ukraine, Saudi Arabia and Turkey. The US is by far the largest supplier of arms to Israel, accounting for 69% of its imports of major conventional arms between 2019 and 2023, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. In a statement, Mr Zomlot said that the Palestinian Mission to the UK would "continue working" with the UK government towards a "full arms embargo". Amnesty International UK accused the government of "gesture politics" given less than 10% of arms export licences were suspended. The charity's chief executive, Sacha Deshmukh, said the restrictions were "too limited and riddled with loopholes". UK suspends some arms exports to Israel Where does Israel get its weapons? Netanyahu not doing enough to free Gaza hostages, says Biden [The] decision means that while ministers apparently accept that Israel may be committing war crimes in Gaza, [the government] is nevertheless continuing to risk complicity in war crimes, apartheid - and possible genocide - by Israeli forces in Gaza," he said. The non-profit organisation has continuously called for a ceasefire and for humanitarian aid to be allowed into Gaza. On social media, Mr Netanyahu said: "With or without British arms, Israel will win this war and secure our common future. "Instead of standing with Israel, a fellow democracy defending itself against barbarism, Britain’s misguided decision will only embolden Hamas." Asked about comments made by former Prime Minister Boris Johnson who accused the government of "abandoning Israel", Mr Healey insisted the UK would support Israel in defending itself if it came under direct attack. Criticism has also come from within the Labour Party. Former shadow foreign secretary Emily Thornberry said the timing was “unfortunate”. Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s World Tonight programme on Monday, she said: “I suspect that what was wanted was once they got the legal advice, they wanted to come in and tell Parliament about it straight away, but I think that it was unfortunate given all the funerals." Ms Thornberry also said she expected a “detailed summary" of the legal advice the government had received over arms, amid questions over the continued supply of parts for F35 jets. Mr Healey said components for F35s were “deliberately” not included in the suspension as they are used by 20 countries and it would be "hard to distinguish" which components would go into Israeli jets. Zarah Sultana, who is currently sitting as an independent MP after being suspended from the Labour Party, has called for an end to all arms sales to Israel. Writing on X, formerly Twitter, the MP for Coventry South described the F35 jets as “the most lethal in the world”. Former national arms advisor Lord Peter Ricketts told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme the government’s decision was "long overdue". Lord Ricketts told the BBC in April following an Israeli strike that killed seven aid workers that the UK should stop selling arms to Israel, claiming there was “abundant evidence” that obligations on civilian safety were not being fulfilled. In his latest interview with the BBC, he said: “There comes a point when the legal advice is so clear the government has an obligation to follow it." Israel has repeatedly denied targeting civilians during its military campaign in Gaza, launched in response to Hamas's unprecedented attack on southern Israel on 7 October during which about 1,200 were killed and 251 were taken hostage. More than 40,000 people have been killed in Gaza since then, according to the territory's Hamas-run health ministry. https://bbc.com/news/articles/cm2np2l5mlko

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