Xiaomi 17 Starts at €999 in Europe, Leaks Show
Leaked European prices put the Xiaomi 17 at €999 for the base model with 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. The pricier Xiaomi 17 Ultra reaches €1,699 for 16GB RAM and 1TB storage.
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Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun Still Dating Casually
Sydney Sweeney and music executive Scooter Braun continue their casual romance, an insider told Us Weekly. The 28-year-old actress enjoys the low-pressure relationship after her split from fiancé Jonathan Davino.
Ex-BCB Official Blames Naqvi for Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup 2026 Ouster
A former top official at Bangladesh's cricket board accused Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi of persuading Bangladesh to skip the 2026 T20 World Cup in India. The claim surfaced as Bangladesh faced elimination from the tournament over repeated refusals to travel citing security concerns.
Ron Harper Prouder of Sons’ NBA Careers Than His 5 Rings
Five-time NBA champion Ron Harper says he's prouder of his two sons playing in the league than his collection of championship rings. Harper shared the sentiment on the 'Cousins with Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady' podcast.
Yankees Eyed for Kopech Free Agent Deal Amid Bullpen Velocity Push
New York Yankees officials showed interest in free agent reliever Michael Kopech during winter meetings, according to reports from MLB Network's Jon Heyman and analyst Julian Guilarte. The hard-throwing right-hander remains unsigned as pitchers and catchers report to spring training camps.
Broadband Forum’s USP reference code lands in prplWare 4.1 and RDK-B
Broadband Forum announced Tuesday that its User Services Platform reference stack is now available in prpl Foundation's prplWare 4.1 and the RDK-B software kit. The integration allows operators to embed the Open Broadband USP Agent into customer premises equipment more easily.
Digital Euro Setup to Cost EU Banks €4B-€6B Over Four Years
European banks face setup costs of €4 billion to €6 billion over four years to implement a digital euro, according to an ECB official. The figure equals about 3% of their annual IT maintenance spending.
Crowley Starts at Flyhalf as Farrell Sticks with Form for Ireland vs England
Jack Crowley earns the starting flyhalf spot for Ireland's clash with England at Twickenham after strong substitute showings against France and Italy. Andy Farrell dropped Sam Prendergast from the squad entirely, opting to reward recent performers.
Organigram Shares Jump 8.7% on $48M BAT Investment Confirmation
Organigram Global Inc. shares climbed 8.7% to $1.50 in Thursday premarket trading after confirming a 65.2 million Canadian dollar private placement from British American Tobacco's subsidiary. The deal includes 14 million shares at C$3.00 each and top-up rights for nearly 10 million more at C$2.34 apiece.
Klarna Hits $1B Revenue in Q4 but Posts $26M Loss, Stock Down 55%
Klarna reported $1 billion in revenue for the fourth quarter of 2025, a 38% increase from the prior year. The Swedish fintech firm swung to a $26 million loss amid expansion costs, with its stock price plunging more than 55% since its September public debut.
Dayton Stroke Survivor Brian Sharp Warns of Heart Risks at Any Age
Brian Sharp, a Dayton native who survived four strokes and a heart attack at age 39, urges people of all ages to prioritize heart health. He battles one of the world's rarest blood clotting disorders.
Attenborough’s London Doc Makers Wanted to Rebrand Rats
Filmmakers behind David Attenborough's Wild London documentary aimed to rebrand the capital's rats as smart animals but cut them from the final edit. Director Joe Loncraine said rats could have joined foxes and pigeons in gaining public sympathy.
HYBE Draws Fan Backlash for Using TXT, CORTIS in BTS Album Promo
Fans of K-pop groups TXT and CORTIS are criticizing HYBE for featuring their acts in promotions for BTS's upcoming album ARIRANG, set for release on March 20, 2026. The move has ignited online debates over potential collaborations and demands for reciprocal support during the junior groups' comebacks.
Japan Launches Efficient RoPax Ferries Keyaki and Sunflower Pirka
Japan's long-haul ferry operators have rolled out new ro-pax vessels that slash energy use and emissions on key domestic routes. The 14,157-gt Keyaki debuted in November on the 21-hour Otaru-Maizuru run, promising a 5% drop in energy consumption over older ships.
Ouaddou Warns Pirates Not to Underestimate Casric Stars in Nedbank Cup
Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou demanded full focus from his players ahead of Saturday's Nedbank Cup clash with First Division side Casric Stars. He stressed the dangers of complacency with a Premier Soccer League showdown against Kaizer Chiefs looming next week.