Volkswagen Group Africa’s Kariega plant has achieved a major production milestone, rolling out 500,000 units of the current-generation Polo since the facelifted model entered production in August 2021. The landmark car — a striking Kings Red Polo headed for Germany — rolled off the line earlier this month. The Kariega facility has been the exclusive global production hub for the Polo since July 2024, supplying vehicles to over 30 countries across Europe and the Asia-Pacific region.

Barrons Roundtable discusses the importance of rare earths and magnets, and China’s monopoly over the industry. A major U.S. steelmaker is looking to help kickstart domestic production of rare earth minerals amid China's move to block access amid its trade dispute with the Trump administration. Cleveland-Cliffs, a steelmaker headquartered in Ohio, announced the rare earths plan on the company's quarterly earnings call on Monday.

Three new species of the genus Heteropoda (Araneae: Sparassidae: Heteropodinae) are described: Heteropoda curvata sp. nov. (♂, Sabah), Heteropoda flamma sp. nov. (♂, Hainan), and Heteropoda lucerna sp. nov. (♀, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region). Detailed morphological descriptions, diagnostic illustrations, and a distribution map are provided for each species to facilitate identification and comparison with congeners. KORAI, S. K., & JÄGER, P. (2025). Descriptions of three new Heteropoda spiders from tropical Asia (Araneae: Sparassidae). European Journal of Taxonomy, 1022(1), 277-287.

IVE’s Wonyoung once again became the center of attention at W Korea’s “Love Your W” charity event. Fans and reporters were immediately captivated by her effortless beauty and elegant styling, which emphasized her natural charm and poise. The event showcased Wonyoung as a refined and confident idol, effortlessly standing out in a setting filled with.

A frequent perk of this job is the rolling out of heritage cars. Any carmaker with a respectful eye on its past has a collection of cars tucked away for special occasions or iconic anniversaries, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche boasting particularly envious collections near their German HQs. Right here in Britain, there’s an expanding collection of classic Bentleys in Crewe, a prime example of which you’re looking at here. 

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Moe image gallery featuring drawings of anime girls as Alice in Wonderland outfit. Moe image gallery compilation of cute anime girls as Alice in Wonderland. Will you fall into the rabbit hole? Next time I will try to look for anime girls as the Cheshire cat. Omake image: Sakura Kinomoto as Alice. 

The Disk Pro redefines portable storage by integrating active cooling technology with a multi-port hub in a compact, high-performance device. Designed for professionals, gamers, and everyday users, it tackles common challenges such as overheating, limited connectivity, and slow data transfer speeds. With its thoughtful design and advanced features, the Disk Pro provides a seamless solution to meet the demands of modern digital workflows.

Introduction The postnatal period is defined in accordance with the WHO as beginning immediately after birth and extending through the first 6 weeks (42 days) following childbirth.1 This definition encompasses both the immediate postpartum phase (the first 24 hours after delivery) and the subsequent weeks up to day 42. This period is a critical window for supporting the health and well-being of both mothers and their newborns.

Scientists have identified what may be the first direct evidence of material left over from the "proto-Earth," a primordial version of our planet that existed before a colossal moon-forming impact reshaped it forever. The study, published Tuesday (Oct. 14) in the journal Nature Geoscience, suggests that tiny chemical clues of this proto-Earth have survived deep within Earth's rocks, essentially unaltered, for billions of years.

On August 1, Japanese tech and media company Edia announced a full-scale entry into the anime business. This follows investments as production committee members of Drug Store in Another World – The Slow Life of a Cheat Pharmacist (2021) and The Aristocrat’s Otherworldly Adventure: Serving Gods Who Go Too Far (2023). It also follows rapid M&A activity over the last 10 years, with Edia acquiring music and drama CD production company Team Entertainment, as well as publishing company HIFUMISHOBO.

I'll cop to some hypocrisy here. As the editor of InsideEVs, I love driving electric vehicles, and I know they're essential for reducing carbon emissions from transportation in the long run. But as a traditional car enthusiast, I'm not entirely sad when I learn that some gas-powered sports car that I love may be sticking around for a while. 

Bitcoin (BTC-USD) rose more than 2% on Monday to retake the $110,000 level, giving crypto stocks a boost and lifting hopes that this month's jolt in markets was a speed bump rather than signaling a broader turn in the cycle. "Bitcoin is currently in a re-accumulation phase following its short-term correction, with market sentiment stabilizing and institutional demand remaining resilient," Linh Tran, market analyst at online broker XS.com, wrote on Monday.

If you buy something from a link in this article, we may earn a commission. Learn more REVIEW – In their strive for constant innovation, xTool has recently released the successor to the F1 Ultra, the xTool F2 Ultra laser engraver. Featuring the world’s first 40W diode and a 60W MOPA fiber laser, this dual laser workhorse not only packs more power, but also additional capability and features.

2 Reading Time: 2 minutes One year after the deadly crowd crush in Seoul’s Itaewon district, researchers have found that many South Koreans continue to struggle with high levels of anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress. The findings suggest that the psychological scars of the 2022 tragedy remain deeply rooted across society, even among those who were not directly involved. The…

Ultra-endurance athletes triumph over staggering distances and harsh conditions. But one of their toughest foes may be their own metabolic ceiling. By scrutinizing a group of top-tier long-haul athletes, scientists have now helped clarify the upper limits of human energy expenditure. The results, published October 20 in Current Biology, suggest that though the spirit may be willing, the body just can’t beat biology.

Indian shares advanced for a fourth session on Monday, with the Sensex climbing 0.5% and the Nifty closing above the 25,800 mark, as heavyweight Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank surged on post-results optimism. Gains were partly offset by profit-taking in ICICI Bank, which capped the broader rally. The S&P BSE Sensex surged 411.18 points, or 0.49%, to close at 84,363.37, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 133.30 points, or 0.52%, to settle at 25,843.15.

  A New Species of Wishbone Spider Genus Damarchus from Doi Inthanon National Park, Thailand (Mygalomorphae: Bemmeridae) Abstract The wishbone spider genus Damarchus, belonging to the family Bemmeridae, encompasses four recognized genera: Atmeto-chilus, Damarchus, Homostola, and Spiroctenus. Current distribution records indicate that Atmetochilus and Damarchus are exclusively found in Asia. To date, ten species of Damarchus…

Voice actress Masako Nozawa has been selected as a 2025 Person of Cultural Merit, becoming the first voice actor in history to receive this honor. The announcement was made by her agency, Aoni Production, on X, following the official release of this year’s recipients of the Order of Culture and Persons of Cultural Merit. Aoni Production expressed gratitude in its statement, thanking everyone involved and fans for their continued support.

The Toyota Tundra finally arrived in local showrooms late in 2024, after a lengthy evaluation period that saw this big pickup truck leased to selected customers to confirm it met the exacting quality standards set by the Japanese brand. But really, we’ve been waiting a lot longer than a year or so to get a full-size pickup truck from the number one brand in Australia.

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The internet kicked off the week the way that many of us often feel like doing: by refusing to go to work. An outage at Amazon Web Services rendered huge portions of the internet unavailable on Monday morning, with sites and services including Snapchat, Fortnite, Venmo, the PlayStation Network and, predictably, Amazon, unavailable for a short period of time. The outage began shortly after midnight PT, and took Amazon around 3.5 hours to fully resolve.

Fergus WalshMedical editor Sheila Irvine, who is registered blind, punches the air with joy at being able to read again A group of blind patients can now read again after being fitted with a life-changing implant at the back of the eye. A surgeon who inserted the microchips in five patients at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London says the results of the international trial are "astounding".

Space-based shenanigans are increasing in Earth's orbit. Anti-satellite technologies (ASATs) are becoming the new military "must-have" for spacefaring nations — like China, Russia, India, as well as the United States. U.S. military leaders have openly stated that the nation needs space-based weaponry "to deter a space conflict and to be successful if we end up in such a fight." The Chief of Space Operations for the U.S.

Chloe Amour takes the spotlight to shine in her latest scene, Confessions of a Man Whore, a seductive new three-part star showcase from PurgatoryX. The first episode, co-starring Tyler Drake, is available now at PurgatoryX.com. The story begins with a pool boy (Drake) whose irresistible charm turns neighborhood wives into relentless seductresses. Chloe plays a […] The post Chloe Amour Unleashes Confessions of a Man Whore Trilogy appeared first on Mike South.