Author: OMN AI

Elon Musk, already the world’s wealthiest individual, may become the first trillionaire. Tesla’s board has proposed a historic compensation package to keep him focused as the company faces growing competition and market pressures. The plan follows Musk’s previous package, which many doubted but Tesla exceeded ahead of schedule. The board now aims to push him toward even greater growth. Stock rewards tied to ambitious goals Musk could receive 423.7 million additional Tesla shares, valued at $143.5 billion today. He will earn them only if Tesla reaches an $8.5 trillion market capitalization. That figure is nearly eight times Tesla’s current $1.1…

Regulators Say Google Skewed the Market The European Commission has levied a €2.95 billion fine against Google, concluding that the tech giant abused its leading position in online advertising. Authorities determined that Google gave priority to its own ad exchange and publisher platforms, limiting competition and narrowing options for advertisers and publishers. Company Has Two Months to Respond Brussels has required Google to submit a plan within 60 days detailing how it will end the anti-competitive practices. Officials warned that if the proposal falls short, they may pursue stronger measures, including the potential separation of parts of Google’s advertising business.…

A new ultrasound “helmet” may provide a non-surgical way to treat Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions, a study suggests. Unlike deep brain stimulation (DBS), which requires electrodes implanted deep in the brain, the device uses mechanical pulses to target regions with unprecedented precision—up to 1,000 times smaller than conventional ultrasound. Developed by Oxford University and University College London, the helmet contains 256 sources and fits inside an MRI scanner. In tests on seven volunteers, researchers successfully targeted a tiny brain region, producing measurable effects in connected areas. Experts say similar precision could help Parkinson’s patients by reducing tremors and…

Jaguar Land Rover has told employees to stay home until Tuesday as it deals with the aftermath of a cyber attack. The weekend breach forced the company to shut down critical IT systems. That step disrupted both car production and sales. Factories in Halewood, Solihull, and Wolverhampton remain closed. Managers warn the shutdown could last longer as the situation is reviewed. production and sales under pressure Car sales have been heavily disrupted, though some deals still went through, according to sources close to the matter. Jaguar Land Rover, owned by India’s Tata Motors, switched off systems on Sunday to limit…

Labour could stop badger culling by 2029, but only with a major focus on testing and vaccination, according to a government-commissioned report. The review, led by Sir Charles Godfray, warns ministers have only a “small chance” of eradicating bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in England by 2038 without increased investment. The disease costs taxpayers around £150m a year, and more than 210,000 badgers have been culled since 2013. Godfray said badgers can spread bTB to cattle, but this does not automatically require culling. The report recommends non-lethal controls, including microchipping cattle and scaling up vaccination programs for both cattle and badgers. “We…

September 4, 2025 — Washington, D.C. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was subjected to rigorous questioning Thursday during a Senate Finance Committee hearing. Lawmakers examined his vaccine policies, recent leadership changes at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and his history of controversial public health statements. Strong Opening Criticism The hearing began with forceful remarks. Committee Chair Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) criticized Kennedy’s persistent skepticism about vaccines, warning that such statements could jeopardize public trust. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) went further, calling for his resignation and describing his actions as a danger to public health. Senator…

Donald Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to protect his tariff measures. He wants the justices to overturn a ruling that declared his wide-ranging trade duties illegal. Clash over presidential authority The administration filed its petition on Wednesday night. It urges the court to decide quickly whether a president can impose tariffs without Congress. Last week, the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 7-4 against Trump. Judges said only Congress has the power to set import duties. Billions at stake The case could disrupt Trump’s trade and foreign policy agenda. It could also force the US to refund billions…

Court Orders Grants Restored A Massachusetts federal judge has struck down the Trump administration’s move to eliminate more than $2.2 billion in federal research support for Harvard University. Judge Allison Burroughs issued the decision on September 3, requiring that the funds be reinstated and forbidding officials from cutting them off again. The frozen grants had placed crucial projects in science, health, and engineering at risk since the spring. Judge Points to Improper Interference In her 84-page ruling, Burroughs determined that the government’s action breached constitutional protections and administrative law. She found that the decision was politically motivated, tied to disputes…

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust (LWT) has started a drive to bring back the large heath butterfly, bog bush cricket, and white-faced darter dragonfly, once common across Lancashire and Greater Manchester’s peat bogs. These insects rely on lowland peatlands, 96% of which have been lost due to human activity. LWT has restored habitats by rebuilding water systems and replanting specialist vegetation, and is now appealing for £20,000 to complete the project. “These insects play vital roles in the ecosystem,” the trust said. The large heath butterfly pollinates plants, the bog bush cricket aids decomposition and serves as bird food, and the…

The US government’s antitrust case against Google has drawn global scrutiny. Not since Microsoft faced trial in 1998 has Big Tech confronted such pressure. One year after Judge Amit Mehta declared Google a monopolist, he introduced remedies that some critics call weak, while others see as potentially significant. Chrome and Android remain untouched During the remedies phase, many anticipated a breakup. Judge Mehta rejected calls to spin off Chrome, the world’s most popular browser. The Justice Department also sought oversight of Android to prevent Google from reinforcing its dominance in search and advertising. Both platforms remained intact. “These products built…