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Shares slip after softer start to 2026 Tesla reported first-quarter deliveries of 358,023 vehicles, below Wall Street expectations, sending shares down about 4% at the open. Analysts had projected deliveries of 365,645 units based on company-compiled estimates, while FactSet data pointed to an even higher consensus of 381,000 vehicles. Deliveries increased 6% year over year but declined 14% from the prior quarter, reflecting a sequential slowdown. Production reached 408,386 vehicles, up 12.6% from a year earlier but down 6% compared with the previous quarter. Model Y and Model 3 underperform forecasts Tesla delivered 341,893 Model 3 and Model Y vehicles…

Suspect detained after morning assault Four young children, aged approximately two and three years old, were killed in a knife attack at a nursery school in Uganda’s capital, Kampala, according to police. The victims, three boys and one girl, died at the scene. A 39-year-old man has been taken into custody and is being questioned as authorities work to determine his motive and background. In a statement, the Uganda Police Force said investigations are ongoing to clarify the circumstances surrounding what officials described as a “heinous crime.” Attack followed enrollment inquiry Police spokesperson Racheal Kawala said the suspect had visited…

Spending and engagement continue to rise Korean cultural exports are no longer framed as a global curiosity. According to the 2026 Overseas Hallyu Survey, released by South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Korea Foundation for International Cultural Exchange, international audiences now engage with Korean content as part of their regular media habits. The survey, conducted in November and December across 30 countries with 27,400 respondents aged 15 to 59, shows that global consumers spend an average of 14.7 hours and $16.60 per month on Korean cultural products. Both figures increased from last year’s results. Short-form social…

Return to the stage after health hiatus Celine Dion will make a highly anticipated return to live performance this fall, announcing a limited concert series in Paris—her first major run of shows since revealing her diagnosis with stiff-person syndrome in 2022. The Grammy-winning singer confirmed Monday that she will perform 10 concerts at the Paris La Défense Arena between Sept. 12 and Oct. 14. The five-week engagement, titled Celine Dion Paris 2026, marks a significant milestone for the global music icon, who has spent recent years focusing on her health following the cancellation of her Courage World Tour. An emotional…

Top diplomat outlines path for engagement WASHINGTON — Cuba’s highest-ranking diplomat in the United States said Havana is prepared to deepen economic cooperation with the Trump administration, even as Washington continues to demand political reforms. In an interview with USA TODAY, Lianys Torres Rivera said Cuba is willing to explore a broad range of economic initiatives and invite U.S. participation in its ongoing economic transformation. “There’s a huge range of issues that we can discuss with the U.S. that are, we’re pretty sure, for the benefit of the national interests of the U.S. and the national interest of Cuba,” Torres…

End of a Short-Lived Tenure The Toronto Maple Leafs announced they are parting ways with General Manager Brad Treliving, closing the chapter on a tenure that lasted less than three full seasons. In a statement, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment President and CEO Keith Pelley said the organization conducted a “deep analysis” of its current state and the direction required to deliver a Stanley Cup to Toronto. Treliving, hired on May 31, 2023 as the 18th general manager in franchise history, departs with one year remaining on his contract. His time in Toronto ends with a 139–92–27 record and a…

New “Hearapy” app pairs with Galaxy Buds4 Pro Samsung has introduced a new Android application designed to temporarily reduce motion sickness using sound. The app, called Hearapy, works in conjunction with the company’s Galaxy Buds4 Pro, though it can also be tested with other earbuds or headphones. The concept is based on research conducted at the University of Nagoya in Japan. In that study, scientists found that exposure to a 100Hz sine wave played at approximately 75 to 85 decibels for several minutes appeared to alleviate symptoms of motion sickness by stimulating the body’s balance system. How the technology works…

Chocolate shipment hijacked en route to Poland A major shipment of Nestlé’s KitKat chocolate bars has been stolen while in transit from central Italy to Poland, in what the company described as a large-scale cargo theft. The confectionery giant confirmed that 12 tonnes of chocolate — equivalent to 413,793 individual bars — were taken over the weekend. The shipment was traveling between a production facility in Italy and its final destination in Poland when the theft occurred. Nestlé disclosed the incident publicly on Sunday, highlighting growing concerns around cargo crime across Europe. Nestlé addresses rising cargo theft In a statement,…

A Record-Breaking Freshwater Migration Each year, as seasonal rains swell the Amazon River, the dorado catfish begins one of the most extraordinary migrations on Earth. Also known as the gilded catfish and part of the “Goliath” catfish family, it undertakes a 7,000-mile round trip — the longest known freshwater migration in the world. The species spawns in the headwaters of the Amazon in the Andes. Newly hatched larvae drift thousands of miles downstream toward the estuary, where the river meets the Atlantic Ocean. There, in nutrient-rich brackish waters, juveniles grow rapidly, reaching up to six feet in length and weighing…

Monthly spending breakdown goes viral A 22-year-old woman living alone in Bengaluru has ignited a conversation online after sharing a detailed breakdown of her monthly lifestyle expenses. In an Instagram video, Shradha Saini described what she calls her “Gen Z expenses,” offering a candid look at how she prioritizes self-care and personal well-being. Saini began with smaller indulgences, explaining that she buys flowers for herself two to three times a month, spending roughly Rs 2,000. She described the habit as a simple way to brighten her space and uplift her mood. Mental health and weekly rituals A significant portion of…