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Hyundai's chief creative officer, Luc Donckerwolke, predicts a shift back towards analogue controls and a reduction in screens in car interiors over the next couple of generations. He suggests that mainstream vehicles will primarily use screens for a limited time, while luxury vehicles will incorporate voice controls to supplement screens. Concerns were raised about safety and the reliance on screens, particularly regarding the potential for distractions and outdated user interfaces in vehicles with extensive digital...

The ongoing conflict between Prince Harry and the royal family has raised concerns about his mental health, especially after he expressed feelings of devastation following a high court ruling that denied him government-funded protection in the UK. While King Charles and the royal family commemorated VE Day, Harry's claims of being "stitched up" by his family and fears for his father's mortality overshadowed their tributes, prompting commentators to question his state of mind. Royal insiders...

International aid agencies have criticized Israel's plans for controlling aid distribution in Gaza, emphasizing that these measures will exacerbate the humanitarian crisis amid ongoing restrictions on food and supplies. The UN has rejected a new US-backed aid system, arguing it could lead to mass displacement and violates neutrality principles, while thousands of desperate Palestinians continue to rely on dwindling charity kitchens for food. UNICEF advocates for lifting the blockade to allow humanitarian aid, asserting that...

A cardinal's account of the conclave to elect Pope Leo XIV contrasts sharply with the dramatic portrayal in the film "Conclave." Cardinal Vincent Nichols described the experience as a fraternal and spiritual retreat, devoid of the tension depicted in the movie, noting a refreshing atmosphere among the 133 cardinals. He emphasized that there was no sense of pressure or scheming during their time together, describing it instead as a congenial gathering where all participants felt...

As armed clashes escalate between India and Pakistan, residents near the border are stockpiling food and fleeing to safer areas. The conflict intensified following India's strikes on what it claimed were terrorist camps in Pakistan, prompting both nations to accuse each other of ongoing military attacks. In affected regions, people are experiencing severe shortages and rising prices, with many seeking shelter from increased shelling, leading to a significant evacuation and panic buying in both countries....

Wall Street's main indexes have risen for three consecutive days as investors reacted to President Trump's comments on tariffs with China ahead of a crucial meeting this weekend. Trump suggested an 80% tariff, currently at 145%, which analysts like Thomas Hayes believe will lead to more reasonable negotiations over time. While the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are near levels from late March, about 76% of S&P 500 companies exceeded profit expectations, although many have pulled...