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This photo shows a panoramic view of Nexperia’s headquarters in Nijmegen on November 6, 2025.John Tis | AFP | Getty Images Dutch chipmaker Nexperia has publicly called on its Chinese unit to help restore supply chain operations, warning in an open letter that customers across a range of industries are reporting “imminent production disruptions.”Neexria’s Dutch arm said on Thursday that the open letter followed “repeated attempts to establish direct communication through traditional channels” but there had been no “meaningful response”.The letter marks the latest development in a long-running saga that has threatened global auto supply chains and sparked a bitter…

Reuters — President Emmanuel Macron announced on Thursday the creation of a new youth voluntary military service by mid-2026 to help France respond to “accelerating threats” on the world stage. The move is part of broader changes across Europe, where countries that have long enjoyed decades of tranquility from U.S. security are worried about President Donald Trump’s shifting priorities and Russia’s aggressive posture. “France cannot afford to stand still,” President Macron said in a speech at the 27th Mountain Infantry Brigade in Valces, in the French Alps. He said the plan was “inspired by the practices of our European allies,…

ICYMI, we spend about a third of our lives in bed. So your sleep habits (and yes, even your bed-rotting habits) are much more important than you might think. Creating the perfect sleep environment is about more than just choosing the right bed frame and mattress. The right comforter for all seasons makes a big difference. I hate to break it to you, but the thread count and fabric of your sheets are very important. But according to Lala Kent, the real recipe for a good night’s sleep requires more than just a mattress topper. The former Vanderpump Rules star…

We are inundated with relationship advice that barely captures the complexities of what actually makes a relationship work.As a couples counselor with 10 years of experience working with couples and individuals trying to find and maintain love, I have found that one of the most underrated signs of a healthy, resilient relationship is a concept called “mutual influence.”A word coined by a married psychologist, Dr. By John and Julie Gottman Mutual influence means being willing to let your partner’s needs, vulnerabilities, and perspectives shape you and even change something about your own behavior.This quality is usually focused only in moments…

Italian defense company Leonardo announces plans for AI-powered shielding for cities and critical infrastructure (Leonardo SpA and subsidiaries)© Leonardo SpA and subsidiariesItalian defense company Leonardo on Thursday announced plans for AI-powered shields for cities and critical infrastructure, spurring Europe’s efforts to strengthen its sovereign defense capabilities amid rising geopolitical tensions.The system, named Michelangelo Dome after Israel’s Iron Dome and US President Donald Trump’s Golden Dome project, integrates multiple defense systems to detect and neutralize sea-to-air threats, including missile attacks and drone swarms.Leonardo’s Shares rose modestly on Thursday, up about 77% since January, as defense stocks across Europe have soared over…

Bissau, Guinea-Bissau Reuters — General Horta Ntana Mann was sworn in as interim president of Guinea-Bissau on Thursday, a day after military officers announced he had ousted the country’s president, according to a military statement. Describing itself as the “Supreme Military Command for the Restoration of Order,” the officers said in a televised statement Wednesday that they had ousted President Umaro Sissoko Embalo amid recent unrest in the coup-ridden country. Preliminary results were expected on Thursday in the race between Mr. Embalo and Fernando Diaz, a 47-year-old political newcomer who has emerged as Mr. Embalo’s front-runner to govern the West…

Who: Palmeiras and FlamengoContent: Copa Libertadores FinalLocation: Monumental Stadium, Lima, PeruDate and time: Saturday, November 29th, 4pm (21:00 GMT)How to follow: All content will be broadcast on Al Jazeera Sports from 18:00 GMT, ahead of the text commentary stream.Brazil’s recent dominance in the Copa Libertadores continues on Saturday as the South American nation lifts the continental trophy for the eighth time in the past nine years.Flamengo finished second and third in Brazil’s Serie A behind Botafogo last season and now lead Palmeiras by five points with two games remaining this season.Meanwhile, in Lima, Peru’s capital, the continent’s marquee trophy will…

A woman puts money into a red Salvation Army kettle outside a giant supermarket in Alexandria, Virginia, on November 22, 2023. Eric Lee | Washington Post | Getty ImagesA version of this article first appeared in CNBC’s Inside Wealth newsletter by Robert Frank, a weekly guide for high-net-worth investors and consumers. Sign up to receive future editions directly to your inbox.Economists and academic experts say the new tax law could reduce charitable giving by the wealthy next year, leaving less wealthy Americans to pick up the difference.Under President Donald Trump’s “Big and Beautiful Bill,” signed into law in July, several…

Kyiv, Ukraine — Ukraine’s anti-corruption authorities announced on Friday that they were searching the home of Andriy Yermak, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy’s chief of staff. Officially the president’s chief of staff, Yermak is considered the second most powerful person in Ukraine. He recently led the Ukrainian delegation to talks with the United States over the war with Russia in Geneva. Yermak confirmed the raid was underway and said on Telegram that he was “fully cooperating” with authorities. “The investigators have not encountered any obstacles. They have been given full access to the apartment, and my attorney is on scene and…

British Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves tabled her long-awaited autumn budget on Wednesday, which included wide-ranging tax increases that would affect most British citizens. CNBC summarized the headline announcements for investors and told market watchers about the impact on UK assets. Stocks and bonds Among the raft of measures announced on Wednesday was a three-year exemption from stamp duty, a 0.5% tax that investors pay when buying British shares, on shares in newly listed companies. David Smith, portfolio manager at Henderson High Income, said the move was welcome, but the government “could be more ambitious to increase the attractiveness…