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Chinese company BYD Co. reported a 33% year-over-year drop in quarterly profit, the largest decline since 2020. Net profit was 7.82 billion yuan, and total revenue decreased by 3% to 194.98 billion yuan.
Volkswagen reported an operating loss of 1. 3 billion euros in the third quarter due to a change in Porsche's electric vehicle strategy. The company also faces additional costs due to US tariffs, which could reach 5 billion euros this year.
In 2024, the number of Russian billionaires increased by 8. 5% to 128 people, equaling that of Great Britain. In total, the number of billionaires in the world reached a record 3,508 people with a combined fortune of $13.4 trillion.
Google's YouTube will use AI to improve the visual clarity of low-resolution videos on TVs, the web, and mobile devices. The upscaling feature will initially apply to videos below 1080p, with an opt-out option for content creators.
Nvidia has reached a market value of over $5 trillion, a result of the artificial intelligence boom. Its shares have grown 12-fold since 2022, and its H100 and Blackwell chips have become the foundation for the largest language models.
Black Friday 2025 offers discounts but encourages overspending. True savings lie in conscious purchases that bring benefits and do not harm the budget.
At the Mobility Show in Japan, Toyota unveiled a concept for a new Corolla that combines hybrid, electric, and gasoline versions. The car features angular shapes, 21-inch wheels, and slim LED lights.
Uber Technologies plans to deploy a fleet of 100,000 robotaxis on the Nvidia platform, starting in 2027. Stellantis NV will be the first manufacturing partner, supplying vehicles for Uber.
The number of new brands in Russian retail decreased by almost 40% in the first nine months of 2025, with a twofold drop expected by the end of the year. This is due to a collapse in purchasing power, rising rental rates, and problems with loans.
18-year-old Aniya Saint-Surin rose to fame after defending Billie Eilish at a Miami concert on October 9, when an audience member tugged the singer's arm. Her TikTok account skyrocketed, and Billie Eilish gifted her merch and a note in gratitude.
The popularity of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has fallen to 25%, a record low since the government was formed. This comes amid growing dissatisfaction with migration policy and deteriorating economic expectations in Germany.
The Trump family earned over $800 million from crypto asset sales in the first half of 2025, significantly exceeding traditional business income. Unrealized gains from crypto assets could add another $10 billion.
Apple Inc. shares rose 0.4%, reaching a market value of $4 trillion, making it the third public company to reach this milestone. This growth was driven by demand for its iPhone lineup and new products.
31% of Ukrainians plan to purchase real estate this year, mostly apartments under $50,000. War, high prices, and economic uncertainty remain the main obstacles to buying a home.
Reality star Kourtney Kardashian has launched Lemme Purr lollipops with probiotics, vitamin C, and pineapple extract to support vaginal microflora. The new product is already available in Target stores and has sparked discussion on social media.
McDonald's has launched a mobile ordering feature in its app. Now customers can place and pay for orders online, and then pick them up at the restaurant, pick-up area, or at McDrive.
From January to September, Ukraine imported 61. 7 thousand passenger electric vehicles, which is 52% more than last year. The total customs value of these cars amounted to almost 1.27 billion US dollars.
Over 60% of grades at Harvard are "excellent," which has raised concerns among university leadership. Dean Amanda Claybaugh has urged faculty to limit the excessive awarding of top marks.
Automaker Nissan is updating the Skyline and confirming the arrival of a new rear-wheel drive Infiniti sedan. The 400R Limited version, limited to 400 units, costs 6,935,500 yen.
Tesla's sales fell by 13% in the first half of 2025, with the company losing ground in the US, Europe, and China. This is due to increased competition, an outdated model lineup, and reduced government subsidies.
Gold prices continue to fall, approaching their first weekly decline in several months. Spot prices fell 1.5% to $4062.48 per ounce, and US gold futures fell 1.7% to $4076.41.
A painting by the famous artist Klein was sold in France for over 18 million euros. The painting has no images or landscapes; it is entirely monochrome, featuring a blue color patented by the artist.
28-year-old American Lynn Shazin was hospitalized with anemia caused by excessive consumption of matcha latte. The doctor explained that matcha can act as an "iron scavenger," preventing its absorption by the body.
Lionel Messi has extended his contract with Inter Miami until 2028, remaining in the US ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This move confirms his participation in competitive football until the 2026 World Cup and fuels interest in the sport in the US, increasing the club's valuation.
A University of California study found that Generation Z prefers true stories about friendship and platonic relationships over sexual content in films. Almost half of teenagers consider modern shows overly sexual, which coincides with a decrease in sexual activity among them.
Singer Anna Trincher found herself at the center of a scandal after showing a Russian-language book on social media. She explained that the books were ordered by her assistant, and she herself reads exclusively in Ukrainian.
Modern fashion increasingly blurs the lines between everyday wear and art.
In September 2025, Ukrainians purchased 8. 2 thousand used passenger cars imported from abroad, up to 5 years old, of which 55% were electric vehicles. The most popular models were Tesla Model Y and Tesla Model 3.
Italy, Switzerland, and Spain offer up to 32,000 euros for moving to remote villages to combat the demographic crisis. However, these programs are investment-based and have strict conditions, including long-term residency, real estate investment, or starting a business.
Autumn 2025 is marked by the popularity of versatile sneakers with GORE-TEX technology, combining style and functionality. Models such as Salomon XT-6 GORE-TEX, Speedcross 3 GORE-TEX, XA Pro 3D GTX, and adidas Adistar Cushion Gore-Tex, Terrex Swift R3 GTX provide protection from bad weather and comfort.