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Max Verstappen

Max Emilian Verstappen is a Dutch and Belgian racing driver who competes under the Dutch flag in Formula One for Red Bull Racing. Verstappen has won four Formula One World Drivers' Championship titles, which he won consecutively from 2021 to 2024 with Red Bull, and has won 71 Grands Prix across 12 s...

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That's what I'm saying. I'm thinking about everything inside the paddock. Now I think I'm committing 100 per cent and I'm still trying, but the way that I am telling myself to give it 100 per cent, I think, is not very healthy at the moment because I am not enjoying what I'm doing.
Formula 1 driver
Verstappen Mulls F1 Future Amid 2026 Rules, Russell LeadsApr 12
My fears that energy recovery programmes would reduce the challenge of the Degners and the Esses had come true.
Formula 1 driver
Kimi Antonelli Wins Japanese Grand Prix to Take Championship LeadApr 1
It is what they saw from the simulations and is the same for everyone.
Formula 1 driver
Kimi Antonelli Wins Japanese Grand Prix to Take Championship LeadApr 1
We struggled a lot more with the balance of the car and grip, not similar to China but still off.
Formula 1 driver
Kimi Antonelli Wins Japanese Grand Prix to Take Championship LeadApr 1
We are not really understanding why we are that far off in sector one, in medium to high speed a lot.
Formula 1 driver
Kimi Antonelli Wins Japanese Grand Prix to Take Championship LeadApr 1
I had two opposites of balance today and they never get it together, going from one extreme to the other and bleeding a lot of lap time.
Formula 1 driver
Kimi Antonelli Wins Japanese Grand Prix to Take Championship LeadApr 1
Trailed Russell by 1.734 seconds in Chinese GP sprint qualifying, calling it a 'disaster'.
Red Bull driver
Mercedes Dominates Early 2026 F1 Season Amid Sweeping Technical ChangesMar 29
I love racing, but you can only take so much.
Red Bull driver
Mercedes Dominates Early 2026 F1 Season Amid Sweeping Technical ChangesMar 29
He could leave F1 if new rules are not fun.
Red Bull driver
Mercedes Dominates Early 2026 F1 Season Amid Sweeping Technical ChangesMar 29
Get out.
Formula 1 driver
Verstappen Refuses Media Session Until Journalist Leaves at Japanese GPMar 28

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NISAR satellite maps rapid subsidence in Mexico City
Science & technology5d ago

NISAR satellite maps rapid subsidence in Mexico City

A powerful new radar satellite, NISAR, has detected significant ground subsidence in Mexico City, one of the fastest-sinking capitals in the world. Launched in July 2025, the satellite's preliminary measurements show parts of the region sinking by more than half an inch per month.

Science & technologyApr 28

Stolen fries taste better under high risk, study finds

A new study from the Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education has found that stolen French fries taste better than those obtained legitimately, with the effect amplified under high risk. Researchers call this the 'forbidden fruit' effect.

Arts & entertainmentApr 23

Devil Wears Prada 2 premieres with returning cast

The Devil Wears Prada 2 had its London premiere events in late April 2026, with a photocall at the V&A South Kensington and an afterparty at the National Gallery, reports said. It releases on May 1, 2026, and according to reports, brings back original stars Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci.

Arts & entertainmentApr 22

Secret Michael Jackson statue bought for Swedish town

A ten-meter-high statue of Michael Jackson has been purchased for the Swedish town of Ängelholm by an anonymous buyer who is keeping its placement secret while promising public access. The municipality has not been contacted about the acquisition, leaving questions about permits and installation unresolved.

Trump fires Attorney General Bondi amid cabinet purge and Iran war
PoliticsApr 21

Trump fires Attorney General Bondi amid cabinet purge and Iran war

President Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi, marking the shortest tenure in the role in six decades and triggering immediate political fallout. The dismissal is part of broader cabinet personnel changes and comes amid economic impacts from the Iran war.

Crime & justiceApr 19

Mothers fight at playground leads to police assault reports

A physical altercation between mothers at a park playground in Sweden escalated to police involvement, resulting in multiple assault reports being filed. The incident began after two children collided, according to police information.

Arts & entertainmentApr 13

German film director Alexander Kluge dies at 94

German film director and author Alexander Kluge has died at age 94. Kluge played a key role in organizing the New German Cinema movement.

Tesco launches Park & Pause bays at 10 UK stores this weekend
LifestyleApr 10

Tesco launches Park & Pause bays at 10 UK stores this weekend

Tesco is launching Park & Pause bays this Saturday, April 11, at 10 selected Tesco Extra stores across the UK for one day only, offering customers a space to pause with free refreshments.

Foreign driver jailed for fatal crash amid licence loophole
PoliticsApr 9

Foreign driver jailed for fatal crash amid licence loophole

Timothy Kusemi, a Nigerian national, has been jailed for six years after admitting causing the death of 70-year-old Susan Whittles in a crash in East Yorkshire in 2023, while driving on a provisional licence. Coroner Lorraine Harris has warned that a legal loophole allowing foreign drivers to continue driving unsupervised despite failing UK tests poses a serious risk to road users.

Professor Uses Music to Enhance Gym Performance, Claims Suggest
Science & technologyApr 9

Professor Uses Music to Enhance Gym Performance, Claims Suggest

Music may help improve gym performance, according to major media reports, and a professor is said to use such music personally.

Crime & justiceApr 7

Reindeer euthanized after severe mutilation in Idre sameby, police investigate

A reindeer in Idre sameby was euthanized after its ears were cut off all the way to the head, with the incident reported to police. The discovery occurred during reindeer separation this winter, though the exact date remains unclear.

Human interestApr 6

British TikToker's 'five a day' phrase confuses Americans at Oscars party

A British teacher in Los Angeles sparked cultural confusion at an Oscars party when she referenced the 'five a day' health advice, a phrase unfamiliar to her American guests.

Renowned Pianists Deliver Major Performances with Artistic Excellence
Arts & entertainmentApr 5

Renowned Pianists Deliver Major Performances with Artistic Excellence

Elisabeth Leonskaja, Martha Argerich with Dong Hyek Lim, and Alim Beisembayev have recently captivated audiences with significant recitals, showcasing a range of classical masterpieces and personal artistic qualities.

Graham Linehan accuses BBC of demonizing him in 'woke' drama
Arts & entertainmentApr 1

Graham Linehan accuses BBC of demonizing him in 'woke' drama

Comedian Graham Linehan has accused the BBC of demonizing him through a transphobic character in its medical drama 'Doctors', a claim the broadcaster denies.

Crime & justiceMar 31

American Airlines Flight Attendant Missing in Colombia After Night Out

American Airlines flight attendant Fernando Gutiérrez, 32, has disappeared during a layover in Medellín, Colombia, after a night out with a colleague. Colombian authorities have launched an emergency search, but his whereabouts remain unknown.

Pope Leo XIV makes historic first papal visit to Monaco in nearly 500 years
ReligionMar 30

Pope Leo XIV makes historic first papal visit to Monaco in nearly 500 years

Pope Leo XIV visited Monaco over the weekend, becoming the first pope to visit the principality in nearly five centuries. In an address from the Prince's Palace balcony, he condemned the widening chasms between the poor and the rich.

SportsMar 29

Kusi-Asare's Fulham loan sees limited playing time amid coach's doubts

Jonah Kusi-Asare, an 18-year-old striker on loan at Fulham from Bayern Munich, has seen minimal playing time this season, with coach Marco Silva stating he is not yet ready for Premier League action.

SportsMar 28

Luke Murray appointed Boston College head coach, replacing Earl Grant

Luke Murray has been named the new head coach of the Boston College men's basketball program, taking over for Earl Grant, who was fired earlier this month after a five-year tenure with only one winning season. Murray, previously an assistant coach at the University of Connecticut, brings over a decade of coaching experience to the role.

Democrats Not Discussing Trump Impeachment Despite Midterm Lead
PoliticsMar 26

Democrats Not Discussing Trump Impeachment Despite Midterm Lead

Democrats on Capitol Hill have had no discussions about impeaching President Donald Trump if they win the House in November midterms, according to lawmakers, even as polls show them leading. Some have questioned whether liberal lawmakers might initiate inquiries over Trump's actions in the Middle East.

SportsMar 15

Strömsbro edges Grums 5-4 in playoff hockey thriller

Strömsbro secured a narrow 5-4 away victory over Grums in a playoff hockey match. The series is now tied 1-1.