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Linguists trace historical roots to determine the oldest English accent
Linguists are moving beyond popular assumptions to explore how regional dialects preserve ancient linguistic features that predate modern standard English.
BMW recalls nearly 11,000 cars in SA over starter-motor fault
BMW South Africa has initiated a safety recall for 10,961 vehicles across several model lines due to a starter motor defect that may cause overheating.
RIL plans CBM development to boost gas output
Reliance Industries is expanding coal bed methane extraction in Madhya Pradesh with a 580-well project to bolster domestic natural gas supply. This development supports India's goals to increase the share of gas in the national energy mix.
Apple sues OpenAI over alleged theft of iPhone hardware designs
Apple filed a federal lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming the company stole trade secrets from former Apple engineers to accelerate its AI‑powered hardware plans.
How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
How Aldi is taking on US supermarkets with its $4 almond butter
Maybank offering up to 192,000 bonus miles for foreign currency ...
Maybank has launched a limited‑time Visa promotion that lets cardholders earn up to 192,000 bonus miles on foreign‑currency spending. The offer runs from 3 July to 30 September 2026 and includes a range of cards, fees, and potential savings with the Wise card.
10 Things Home Safety Experts Always Do Before Leaving for Vacation
Ensure your home is secure and energy-efficient before traveling with these expert-recommended practices for property protection and grid coordination.
Calls for probe into flawed Latrobe Valley land tax bills
Morwell MP Martin Cameron is requesting a formal inquiry into the state’s property assessment regime following reports of valuation discrepancies.
Xiaomi tipped as top beneficiary of China AI home appliance market growth
As China’s traditional home appliance market contracts, manufacturers are pivoting toward AI-driven systems to target the silver economy and smart home integration.
Theparkpay secures payment service provider licence in Canada
Theparkpay has officially expanded its North American operations after receiving a Payment Service Provider licence from the Bank of Canada. This new authorization allows the fintech to offer real-time settlement capabilities to its international network of merchants.
Angola allows Chinese yuan for mandatory foreign currency reserves
The Bank of Angola updated its regulations to allow the yuan in mandatory reserves to align with existing trade and investment flows with China. This change reflects a growing trend among African nations to integrate the Chinese currency into domestic frameworks.
National Lottery Lotto draw produces three £1 million winners
The National Lottery's new two-round draw format produced three £1 million winners who matched five main numbers and the bonus ball during the July 11 draw.
Elon Musk mocks Sam Altman as Apple sues OpenAI over trade secrets
Apple is suing OpenAI and its subsidiary io Products over allegations that the firm systematically recruited former staff to misappropriate proprietary hardware data.
Fifth-gen BMW X5 unveiled with 5 different powertrains
BMW has unveiled the fifth-generation X5, featuring a diverse array of engines ranging from mild-hybrid variants to the innovative iX5 Hydrogen fuel-cell model. This redesign introduces significant changes to cabin architecture and removes third-row seating.
EU accuses Meta of breaching laws over addictive Facebook and Instagram design
Regulators claim Meta’s social media design induces compulsive behavior in users, prompting demands to reconfigure algorithms and disable autoplay features.
Meta Scraps AI Image Feature After Backlash: ‘Missed the Mark’
Meta has removed its Muse Image feature from Instagram after facing backlash from privacy advocates and talent agencies regarding its opt-in policy.
BYD offers full refunds after selling 1,265 vehicles with wrong model years
BYD has committed to providing full refunds to 1,265 Australian customers after the manufacturer admitted to selling 2025-built cars marketed as 2026 models.
Apple sues OpenAI for allegedly stealing trade secrets for hardware project
Apple alleges that OpenAI systematically targeted former employees to obtain confidential technical specifications and documents for its hardware business. OpenAI has denied the claims of intellectual property theft.
EU demands Meta dismantle design features it calls addictive for users
EU regulators have formally accused Meta of using design mechanics like infinite scroll and autoplay, threatening penalties of up to 6% of global turnover. The action marks an escalation in the enforcement of the Digital Services Act regarding user mental and physical health.
SK Hynix shares jump 13 percent in record-breaking US market debut
South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix saw its shares rise 13% during its record-breaking U.S. market debut, signaling strong investor interest in AI memory technology.