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Task completed. F1 – Piastri takes Qatar pole

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor November 29, 2025

written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

Piastri Secures Pole Position at 2024 Qatar Grand Prix in McLaren 1-2

Lusail, qatar – Oscar Piastri of McLaren claimed⁢ pole position for the 2024 FIA ‍Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix, narrowly‍ edging out teammate ⁤Lando Norris in⁤ a thrilling qualifying ⁤session. Red Bull’s Max⁢ Verstappen will start third, completing the top three.

Piastri set a blistering lap time of 1:19.387, with Norris just 0.108 seconds behind. The result marks a significant achievement for McLaren,securing a⁤ front-row lockout and demonstrating‍ the team’s growing⁢ competitiveness. verstappen,‍ the championship leader, qualified third with a time of 1:19.651, followed closely by the Mercedes pairing of George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. This qualifying result is especially noteworthy as ⁢it’s the first race ⁣weekend‍ with Antonelli in the‍ Mercedes lineup.

The session was briefly interrupted by red flags in Q3 after Carlos Sainz Jr.⁣ left the garage with plastic wrapped around his rear left tire,which subsequently came loose and ended up on the track.⁢ Sainz will ⁣be investigated ⁤for an unsafe release. Fernando Alonso qualified eighth for Aston Martin, ahead of Alpine’s Pierre Gasly⁤ and Ferrari’s ⁤Charles Leclerc.

Q2 saw Norris initially have his fastest time deleted due to a track limits infringement, but he ultimately recovered ‌to secure ‌second place. Drivers eliminated at the⁤ end of ‌Q2 included Nico Hülkenberg (Sauber), Liam Lawson⁣ (Racing Bulls), Ollie Bearman (Haas), Gabriel Bortoleto (Sauber), and Alex Albon (Williams).

In Q1, Yuki tsunoda initially appeared to have made it‍ through to Q2, but was⁢ ultimately edged ⁣out by Gabriel Bortoleto, though Tsunoda will start 15th⁢ due to Bortoleto receiving a⁢ five-place‍ grid penalty for a collision at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Esteban Ocon‌ (Haas), Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari), Lance⁢ Stroll (Aston Martin), and Franco Colapinto (Alpine) were also eliminated⁤ in the opening segment.

2024 FIA Formula 1 Qatar Grand Prix – Qualifying

1 Oscar Piastri McLaren/Mercedes 1:19.387
2 Lando Norris McLaren/Mercedes 1:19.495
3 Max Verstappen Red Bull/Honda RBPT 1:19.651
4 George russell Mercedes 1:19.662
5 Kimi Antonelli Mercedes 1:19.846
6 Isack Hadjar Racing Bulls/Honda RBPT⁣ 1:20.114
7 Carlos Sainz⁤ Williams/Mercedes 1:20.287
8 Fernando Alonso Aston Martin/Mercedes 1:20.418
9 Pierre Gasly Alpine/Renault 1:20.477
10 Charles Leclerc⁢ Ferrari 1:20.561
11 Nico Hülkenberg‍ Sauber/Ferrari 1:20.353
12 Liam Lawson Racing Bulls/Honda RBPT 1:20.433
13 Oliver Bearman Haas/Ferrari 1:20.438
14 Gabriel⁢ Bortoleto ⁢Sauber/Ferrari 1:20.534
15 Alexander Albon⁤ Williams/Mercedes 1:20.629
16 Yuki Tsunoda Red bull/Honda RBPT 1:20.761
17 ⁣Esteban Ocon haas/Ferrari 1:20.864
18 Lewis Hamilton Ferrari 1:20.907
19 Lance Stroll Aston Martin/Mercedes 1:21.058
20 Franco Colapinto Alpine/Renault 1:21.137

November 29, 2025 0 comments

Technology

Title: Tesla Recalls Cybertruck Over Bright Lights – Immediate OTA Fix

by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor October 24, 2025

written by Rachel Kim – Technology Editor

Tesla Recalls Over 63,000 Cybertrucks for ‌Radiant Headlight Software Glitch, promptly Patched

DETROIT – Tesla is conducting a recall of 63,619 Cybertrucks in the United States due ⁣to a software defect causing the front sidelights to exceed legal brightness limits. The National⁢ Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) confirmed ⁢the issue posed a potential safety risk by ⁤dazzling oncoming drivers.

This marks Tesla’s⁤ second recall within ‌the ‍week, following a separate action impacting nearly‍ 13,000 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles. Tho,‌ unlike traditional recalls requiring a service‌ visit, Tesla‍ has‍ already deployed an over-the-air (OTA) software update to rectify the headlight problem, automatically adjusting lighting parameters for all affected cybertrucks.‌ This swift⁤ resolution‌ underscores the potential of OTA updates to address vehicle ‌issues remotely and efficiently, minimizing disruption for owners.

According to the NHTSA, the recall stems from a software flaw allowing ‍the parking lights to operate at an⁣ excessively high intensity. The ⁣agency clarified that ⁣no hardware defect exists. Tesla’s proactive response with the OTA update demonstrates the company’s⁤ ability to rapidly address software-related concerns and maintain vehicle compliance.

The incident highlights the ‍increasing reliance on⁢ software within modern vehicles and the evolving nature of automotive recalls. As ⁤cars ‍become more akin to ”smartphones on wheels,” software-driven ⁣fixes are becoming commonplace, reducing downtime and eliminating the need for dealership ‍appointments. Industry‍ analysts are observing this trend⁢ as a potential new standard for automotive safety and maintenance.

Michael Powers, Editor at speedme.ru, reported the recall on October 23,⁢ 2025, noting the speed of the OTA remediation as a benefit of a software-centric approach, while also raising questions about the rigor of ‌Tesla’s update validation processes.

October 24, 2025 0 comments

News

Title: Artillery Fire Over I-5 Disrupts Traffic During Vance Visit

by Emma Walker – News Editor October 19, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Artillery‍ Fire During Vance Visit‍ Prompts Highway Closure, Sparks Dispute with California Governor

CAMP‍ PENDLETON, Calif. – A planned‌ artillery exercise conducted during a visit by Vice President J.D. vance to ‌Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton led⁣ to the closure ⁣of a 17-mile stretch of ⁤Interstate 5 in‍ Southern California ⁤on‍ Saturday,‍ causing important ‌traffic ⁣delays and⁤ prompting a sharp rebuke ‌from Governor Gavin Newsom. The⁤ incident⁤ has ignited a debate over the balance between military training and public safety, and also the transparency surrounding the event.

The California Department of⁤ Transportation‌ (Caltrans) ultimately decided to close ⁢the freeway ⁤following practice firings Friday evening and a request from⁢ event organizers for signage warning of “overhead fire in progress.” The closure, impacting a major⁢ transportation corridor between San ⁣Diego⁣ and Los angeles, affected an estimated 80,000 travelers ‌and $94 million ⁣in ⁣daily ‍freight traffic, according to the ‌governor’s office.Passenger rail services running parallel to the I-5 ‌were also canceled for the afternoon.

“This ‍is all because of the White ⁤House-directed military event, that for the safety of the public, we need to shut down ‌the freeway‌ since they’re sending live ⁣ordinances over the freeway,” Caltrans ⁢spokesperson Matt Rocco said.

U.S. Marines⁣ Capt. Gregory Dreibelbis defended the exercise, stating in a statement that ⁢artillery fire occurs⁤ nearly every week at the base and that the drills did not endanger motorists. “Weeks of intentional planning and rehearsals ensured success at every phase of execution,” Dreibelbis said.

However, a spokesperson for Vance, William Martin, accused Newsom of misleading the public regarding the safety risk. “If Gavin Newsom wants to oppose the training exercises that ensure our Armed Forces are⁤ the deadliest and most lethal fighting force ‍in the world, then he can go right ahead,” Martin stated to The ⁣New York times.

The I-5 closure potentially added up to ⁣two hours to commutes between San Diego and Los Angeles. No mishaps were ‍reported in‍ connection with the artillery fire.

October 19, 2025 0 comments

Sport

2025 FIA GT World Cup: Macau Grand Prix GT3 Racing Lineup

by Alex Carter - Sports Editor October 13, 2025

written by Alex Carter - Sports Editor

GT Racing’s Top Drivers to ‍Clash at 2025 FIA GT World Cup in Macau

Macau, [Date of Release – implied from context] – The world’s most prestigious sprint race for GT3 machinery, the FIA GT World Cup, is set to return to the challenging streets of Macau in 2025, ⁢attracting a stellar field of manufacturers, factory drivers, adn privateer teams. A total ‌of 16 drivers from 12 nations will compete on the 6.12-kilometre Guia Circuit, with eight ‌Platinum-ranked drivers⁢ highlighting the remarkable⁣ level of talent.

Former winner ‍Markus Engstler, who last claimed victory in 2017, will be back ‌for a second attempt, aiming for a strong performance after a qualifying crash in 2024. He now ⁣races as an established GT3 driver following a season in the DTM.

Porsche is fielding ‌the largest single-manufacturer effort with five‍ 911 GT3 R (992) entries. Leading⁤ the charge is 2019 winner Laurens ⁣Vanthoor for‍ Tempo by Absolute Racing, alongside Alessio Picariello in a sister car. Schumacher CLRT ⁢will feature newly crowned DTM champion Ayhancan Güven and ‌Laurin Heinrich, representing Porsche’s emerging factory-backed GT talent. Dorian Boccolacci, driving for Phantom Global Racing, ⁢further strengthens Porsche’s line-up.

Audi Sport⁤ returns with two R8⁣ LMS GT3 Evo2s run by FAW Audi Sport Asia Team Phantom, driven by factory veteran Christopher ⁢Haase and versatile Swede Joel Eriksson. ⁣Hong‌ Kong’s Adderly Fong‍ will compete under the ‍Uno Racing Team⁤ banner,‌ bringing valuable ‌experience of the Guia Circuit and local interest to ⁤the ‍audi contingent.

McLaren ⁤is making its long-awaited FIA GT World Cup comeback with Optimum Motorsport,after last competing⁤ in ⁢the inaugural event in 2015.Benjamin Goethe, a frontrunner in the GT World Challenge Europe Sprint Cup, will pilot ⁣the‍ team’s single 720S GT3 ‌Evo.

A revised⁢ qualifying format will be implemented this year. Alongside the established 30-minute⁣ qualifying session (Q1), the fastest 10 drivers will advance to a ‘Super Pole’ session (Q2). This segment will see⁤ each driver complete two individual qualifying laps with the benefit of a new set‍ of tyres.

The race program will remain consistent with last⁢ year,⁢ featuring a 12-lap Qualification Race‍ followed by a 16-lap Main Race to determine the FIA GT World Cup winner.

The 2025 FIA⁤ GT World Cup will share the Macau Grand Prix‍ billing with the FIA FR World Cup, the ⁤Kumho Tyre FIA‍ TCR World Tour season finale, and the newly introduced⁢ FIA Formula 4 World Cup, expanding the total number of FIA-sanctioned competitions ⁣at the ‍72nd Macau Grand Prix to four.

Fans can watch the ⁣event live and free of charge via the‌ FIA’s official YouTube channel:⁣ https://www.youtube.com/@FIAOfficialVideo.

October 13, 2025 0 comments

World

Manchester City Council Receives £3 Million for Homelessness Prevention

by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor October 10, 2025

written by Lucas Fernandez – World Editor

Manchester Receives £3 Million Funding Boost to Combat Homelessness⁣ on World ‌Homelessness Day

Manchester, October 10, 2024 – Manchester City ⁣Council⁣ has welcomed a notable £3⁢ million funding injection from the Government, announced today on World Homelessness Day,⁢ to bolster its ongoing efforts to prevent and address homelessness across the city. The funding, allocated for the 2025/26 and ⁢2026/27 financial years, recognizes the sustained pressures faced by Manchester ⁤and ⁢other areas grappling with housing⁤ insecurity.

The Council intends to maximize the impact of‍ the‌ funds through a multi-pronged⁢ approach. Approximately £550,000 will⁤ be distributed as grants to ⁢organizations within the city’s Voluntary, Community and Faith sector, directly supporting individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Details of these grant allocations will be released shortly.

Further investment will focus on assisting individuals currently in temporary accommodation to transition into settled homes. A portion of the funding will also be used⁢ to adapt existing temporary accommodation to better meet the needs of residents with physical⁣ disabilities and other specific requirements, addressing a growing demand.

The funding⁣ will also support‍ vulnerable populations, including ⁣180 care leavers⁣ who will be provided with housing in shared rented accommodations, preventing them from facing homelessness.

Efforts ‍to optimize existing social housing ⁢stock‌ will also be prioritized, including‍ a crackdown on‌ tenancy⁣ fraud, initiatives to bring empty homes back into use, and support for residents to “right size” their housing, freeing up larger properties for families in need.

Council Leader Cllr Bev Craig emphasized the Council’s commitment to tackling ‌the crisis: “Tackling the homelessness crisis is one of Manchester’s biggest priorities and – working⁤ with our community partners across the city – we are turning the tide. We ‌welcome today’s extra funding boost from ‌Government which, nationally, adds an extra £84 million to the billion that was committed earlier in the year.”

Cllr Craig highlighted the Council’s progress, stating, “In Manchester, we are working tirelessly to prevent people from becoming‍ homeless in the first place through early help, and to ensure anyone who does become homeless gets the support they need to build new lives in settled homes. It’s good to see that we are bucking the national trend by reducing the number of families ⁤in temporary accommodation and effectively eradicating ⁤the use of B&Bs for families.”

She added, “A big part of our efforts are focussed on building a record number of council, social and genuinely affordable homes for ⁤Manchester people. We are also⁤ determined to make the best use we can of the 70,000 council and social homes we already have.”

Acknowledging the collaborative nature ‌of ‍the work, Cllr‌ Craig concluded, ‍”Homelessness remains a big ⁤challenge and one we cannot tackle on our own. On World Homelessness Day we pay tribute to ⁣the amazing charity and voluntary groups in our city who share our mission to end avoidable homelessness ‌in Manchester.”

October 10, 2025 0 comments

News

Dublin Infant Death: Road Traffic Incident – Latest Updates

by Emma Walker – News Editor October 8, 2025

written by Emma Walker – News Editor

Infant Boy Dies Following Dublin Road⁣ Traffic Incident

Dublin, Ireland – ‌An infant boy has died following a road ⁣traffic incident in Dublin on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred ‍at approximately 2:00 PM outside a residence in Rathmintin, jobstown, Dublin 24.

The child, whose specific age has not been released, was immediately transferred to Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Gardaí (Irish police) and‍ emergency services responded to the scene. A technical examination by forensic collision investigators was conducted, and a⁤ family liaison officer has been appointed to support the boy’s⁤ family during this difficult time.

In a separate incident, an elderly woman in her 80s died in a two-car collision near Crosskeys, Co. Cavan, at around 3:30 PM. Gardaí are currently treating this incident as ⁣a medical emergency.The woman,⁣ who was driving one ⁣of the vehicles, was ⁢pronounced dead at the scene, and her remains have‍ been taken to Cavan General Hospital for ⁣a ‍postmortem examination.The other driver, a⁣ woman in her 40s, was transported to Cavan General Hospital⁢ for assessment.

Forensic collision⁢ investigators examined the scene of the Cavan collision on a ⁤local road in Carrickatober. The road was temporarily closed but has since reopened.⁣ Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to both incidents, especially those wiht dashcam or other⁣ video footage.

These tragedies bring the total⁢ number of road fatalities in Ireland this year to at least 129, according to the latest Garda figures.

October 8, 2025 0 comments

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