September 10, 2025

THE CLIFF NEWS

National Daily Bilingual Newspaper

Category: International

ADHD Medications May Prevent Suicide, Accidents, and Crime, Study Finds

New research from Sweden suggests that ADHD medication may do far more than relieve core symptoms of the condition—it could actually save lives and prevent serious harm. In a study of nearly 150,000 people aged 6–64 who were newly diagnosed with ADHD, those who started stimulant medication within three months showed significantly lower risks of dangerous behaviors compared to those who did not. Over a two-year follow-up, medication use was linked to a decrease in first-time events: The protective effects were even stronger among participants with a history of these problems, including accidental injuries. Researchers believe the benefits may stem from improved focus and reduced impulsivity. While they caution that factors like genetics and lifestyle could also play a role, the findings highlight important public health implications. Doctors say the results may help guide conversations with patients and families about the broader value of ADHD treatment.

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Arsenal edge Man Utd 1–0 at Old Trafford as Calafiori header decides season opener

Arsenal began their 2025–26 Premier League campaign with a 1–0 victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford, a tight encounter settled by a corner headed in by defender Riccardo Calafiori. United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir was at fault for the goal, but manager Ruben Amorim defended his keeper after the match. The game was cagey and physical, with Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta admitting his side “were clearly not at our best” but praising the result: “We came here away and won which is a big result.” United recorded plenty of activity in the final third but could not convert chances into goals. New signings Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha finished as the home side’s highest-rated performers. Arsenal’s big-money recruit Viktor Gyökeres, signed for around £64m, struggled to influence the game — failing to register a single shot — and had a subdued debut. Despite that, Calafiori’s set-piece strike proved decisive and allowed Arsenal to take all three points. Amorim insisted his team had shown superiority at times, saying, “It was really hard because I think we showed that we were the better team today. We played better than Arsenal.” The narrow scoreline, though, leaves plenty to work on for both sides as the new season gets under way.

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JSW Steel, POSCO Explore Joint Venture for 6 MTPA Integrated Steel Plant in India

JSW Steel and South Korea’s POSCO Group are in talks to establish a six million tonnes per annum (MTPA) integrated steel plant in India, the companies announced Monday. The move follows the signing of a non-binding Heads of Agreement (HoA) in Mumbai, building on a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed in October 2024. The potential venture, structured as a 50:50 partnership, aims to combine JSW’s domestic expertise with POSCO’s global technological leadership in steelmaking. “This partnership brings together JSW’s proven execution capabilities and strong domestic footprint with POSCO’s technological leadership in steelmaking. The proposed venture aligns with India’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and will help create a globally competitive manufacturing hub to serve both domestic and export markets,” said Jayant Acharya, Joint Managing Director & CEO, JSW Steel. POSCO’s Lee Ju-tae, Representative Director and President, highlighted India’s role in shaping global steel demand. “Our collaboration with JSW is based on mutual trust and a shared long-term vision. This initiative represents our commitment to supporting India’s industrial growth while creating long-term value for both organizations.” POSCO, a global industrial leader with major operations in steel, battery materials, construction, and energy, operates integrated plants in Pohang and Gwangyang, South Korea, with a combined crude steel capacity of around 42 million tonnes per year.

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High-Stakes White House Talks: Trump, European Leaders, and Zelenskyy Meet Amid Russia-Ukraine Peace Push

On Monday, European leaders — including the heads of France, Germany, Britain, and Italy — will join Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House for critical talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. The meeting, also attended by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, could shape the course of the Russia-Ukraine war and ripple across global politics and economies, including India’s. At the heart of discussions is a Trump-brokered peace plan that would see Kyiv cede Russian-occupied territories in exchange for non-NATO security guarantees. While Trump touts this as “BIG PROGRESS,” Ukraine and European allies fear it is tantamount to surrender — especially given Trump’s warm ties with Vladimir Putin. Analysts warn that legitimizing Russia’s territorial gains would set a dangerous precedent for other smaller nations under pressure from powerful neighbors. Zelenskyy, already bruised from past tense exchanges with Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance, faces a difficult balancing act: rejecting Trump’s terms could prolong a war Washington seems unwilling to support further, while acquiescing risks domestic and international backlash. Trump, meanwhile, blasted critics and the media on social platform Truth Social, insisting his deal-making had already stopped “6 WARS.” For India, the stakes are high but uncertain. Washington recently postponed trade talks with New Delhi, keeping India in a “holding pattern” even as punitive tariffs bite. Experts accuse the Trump administration of “terrible diplomacy” and neglecting a key strategic partner, even as U.S.-Russia trade grows. Democrats have slammed Trump for pressuring India over Russian oil imports while avoiding direct punishment of Moscow. Criticism of the administration’s handling of India is mounting, with former officials and analysts pointing to a lack of regional expertise in Trump’s inner circle and chaotic management of sensitive national security issues. “It’s amateur hour at the White House,” one former official said, as reports emerged of staffers mishandling documents after the recent Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. The Monday meeting is seen as a defining moment: either a step toward ending the war with concessions to Russia, or the beginning of a deeper rift between Washington, Europe, and Kyiv.

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Trump Rolls Out Red Carpet for Putin at Alaska Summit, Ukrainians Left Disheartened

US President Donald Trump extended rare VIP treatment to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday during their historic summit in Anchorage, Alaska. The MAGA leader not only rolled out a red carpet but also offered Putin a ride in the presidential state limousine, The Beast. While the meeting carried high stakes, with lives and survival hanging in the balance, both leaders appeared all smiles for the cameras, posing like old friends reuniting. However, the nearly three-hour-long discussions produced no positive outcome, once again leaving Ukrainians without hope. Many critics dismissed the summit as nothing more than a “photo-op.” Ukrainian DisappointmentWith Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy excluded from the first crucial meeting, Putin entered with an upper hand, aiming to sway Trump in his favor. Officials in war-torn Ukraine were dismayed by the pompous welcome given to Putin, even as Russian attacks persisted during ceasefire negotiations. The BBC reported that people in Kyiv, waiting for good news, were left “crushed” by Trump’s grand reception. “I understand you have to shake hands during negotiations, but this spectacle with the red carpet and kneeling soldiers is terrible,” said Serhii Orlyk, a 50-year-old veteran from Donetsk. Another Kyiv resident, Natalya Lypei, questioned, “How can you welcome a tyrant like that?” reminding that Putin remains wanted by the International Criminal Court. Leaked Plans of Lavish Luncheon and GiftAdding to the controversy, NPR revealed a leak showing Trump’s aborted plans for a lavish luncheon in Putin’s honor. An eight-page document, reportedly left behind in a hotel printer in Anchorage, detailed menu items, seating charts, and gift plans. The menu featured filet mignon with brandy peppercorn sauce, halibut olympia with buttery whipped potatoes, roasted asparagus, a green salad with champagne vinaigrette, and crème brûlée. A seating chart placed Trump and Putin across from each other, joined by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. Other pages showed names of expected participants from both countries and even included pronunciation notes for aides on how to say Putin’s name (“POO-tihn”). Reports further alleged Trump intended to present Putin with a bald eagle desk statue as a gift. However, both the luncheon and the gift plan were ultimately scrapped as the summit failed to deliver any breakthrough on ending Russia’s war in Ukraine.

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Trump Orders Full National Guard Deployment in DC Despite Falling Crime Rates

Washington, DC — President Donald Trump has authorised the full mobilisation of 800 Army and Air National Guardsmen in the US capital under what he calls a “criminal emergency”, even as police data shows violent crime has declined over the past year. Pentagon Press Secretary Kingsley Wilson said the troops, operating under Joint Task Force DC, will assist the Metropolitan Police Department and federal agencies with monument security, traffic control, community patrols, and protection of federal facilities. They will remain deployed “until law and order has been restored… as determined by the president.” The move follows Trump’s federal takeover of DC’s police department earlier this week, marking the first time since 1965 that a US president has deployed the National Guard against the wishes of a state governor. DC’s Guard already reports directly to the president rather than a governor. Critics argue the escalation is unnecessary, pointing to Metropolitan Police figures showing significant drops in homicide and assault rates in 2024, after pandemic-era surges. Supporters say the deployment will enhance security and restore public order. The White House reported 45 arrests last night, including 29 undocumented immigrants, as part of a broader law enforcement operation involving more than 1,650 personnel. While Guardsmen can detain individuals, they do not have arrest powers, Wilson clarified. This marks the latest flashpoint in Trump’s law-and-order agenda, as debates intensify over federal authority, public safety, and political motives behind the crackdown.

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“Zombie Rabbit” Photos Spark Concern in Colorado — Wildlife Officials Say No Risk to Humans

Fort Collins, CO — Recent viral photos of rabbits with horn-like black growths on their heads and faces have stirred alarm — and plenty of social media jokes about “zombie rabbits” — but wildlife officials say the condition is caused by a rare virus harmless to humans and pets. The Shope papilloma virus, spread between rabbits via insect bites, produces wart-like nodules that can elongate into tentacle- or horn-shaped protrusions. While the growths may look alarming — sometimes obstructing a rabbit’s eyes or mouth — they do not infect people, dogs, or other wildlife, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW). Kara Van Hoose, CPW spokesperson, said the agency has received multiple reports from Fort Collins residents since the images began circulating online. She emphasised that most infected rabbits survive the illness, and the growths can disappear naturally over time. Authorities recommend avoiding contact with affected animals and only considering euthanasia if the growths prevent a rabbit from eating or drinking. On social media, reactions ranged from light-hearted — “This is how the zombie virus starts” — to concerned calls for intervention. Wildlife experts say the best approach is observation from a safe distance and allowing nature to take its course.

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Jackie Bezos, Mother of Jeff Bezos and Early Amazon Investor, Passes Away at 78

Jackie Bezos, the mother of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and one of the company’s earliest investors, died on Thursday in Miami at the age of 78. According to Jeff Bezos, she had been battling Lewy body dementia, a progressive neurological disorder. In 1995, Jackie and her husband Miguel Bezos invested just over $245,000 in Amazon, which at the time was an online bookstore founded by her son in 1994. That investment grew alongside Amazon’s meteoric rise, with the company now valued at nearly $2.5 trillion. In 2000, Jeff Bezos famously used his mother’s online wish list—featuring a Casio camera and Motorola walkie-talkies—during a New York expo to demonstrate how easy it was to order gifts on Amazon. Born on December 29, 1946, in Washington, D.C., Jackie Bezos grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where she gave birth to Jeff at the age of 17. In a 2020 congressional testimony, Jeff recounted the challenges his mother faced as a pregnant high school student in 1964. Initially, her school attempted to expel her, but her father persuaded the principal to allow her to finish her education. However, she was barred from participating in the graduation ceremony. Determined to build a better future, Jackie attended night school while working at a bank. She chose professors who allowed her to bring baby Jeff to class, often arriving with one duffel bag filled with textbooks and another with baby supplies. During this period, she met Miguel Bezos, a Cuban immigrant, whom she married. Miguel adopted Jeff, and the couple went on to have two more children, Christina and Mark. At the age of 45, Jackie returned to college, earning a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Saint Elizabeth University in New Jersey. In 2000, she and Miguel founded the Bezos Family Foundation, dedicated to funding educational initiatives, where she served as president until her passing. Jackie Bezos was diagnosed with Lewy body dementia in 2020. She is survived by her husband Miguel, her three children, eleven grandchildren, and one great-grandchild, the family foundation said in a statement.

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PSG Wins First-Ever UEFA Super Cup After Dramatic Comeback Against Tottenham

Paris Saint-Germain lifted its first UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday, defeating Europa League champions Tottenham Hotspur 4-3 on penalties after a dramatic 2-2 draw at the Stadio Friuli in Udine, Italy. Tottenham, playing its first competitive match under new coach Thomas Frank, looked destined for the trophy after Micky van de Ven opened the scoring in the 39th minute and Cristian Romero doubled the lead just after half-time. However, PSG mounted a stunning late fightback. Substitute Lee Kang-in pulled one back in the 85th minute, and Goncalo Ramos headed home the equaliser deep into injury time. In the shootout, PSG overcame an early setback when Vitinha missed the opening penalty. New goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier kept his side in contention by saving from Van de Ven, while Mathys Tel fired wide for Spurs. Ramos, Ousmane Dembélé, and Lee converted for PSG before Nuno Mendes calmly slotted in the winner. This marks the first time PSG — or any French club — has claimed the Super Cup, adding a fifth trophy to their 2025 haul. It also gives Luis Enrique’s side a perfect springboard into the new Ligue 1 season, which begins Sunday away to Nantes. Tottenham, meanwhile, will aim to bounce back when it hosts Burnley in its Premier League opener on Saturday.

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Trump Warns Putin of “Severe Consequences” Ahead of Alaska Peace Talks

Ahead of a high-stakes meeting in Alaska to discuss the war in Ukraine, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday issued a stark warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin, threatening “very severe consequences” if Moscow refuses to agree to peace. While Trump did not specify the nature of these consequences, he hinted earlier that economic sanctions could be on the table if Friday’s meeting, scheduled for August 15, fails to yield results. When pressed by reporters on whether Russia would face repercussions if Putin rejected a peace deal, Trump replied, “Yes, they will,” but declined to elaborate further, saying, “I don’t have to say. There will be very severe consequences.” Trump also floated the possibility of a follow-up meeting involving both Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. “If the first one goes okay, we’ll have a quick second one,” he said, adding that he hoped such a meeting could take place “almost immediately.” The Alaska talks are intended to “set the table” for more direct negotiations between the warring parties. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Alexei Fadeev reiterated Moscow’s unchanged demands for a ceasefire: Ukraine’s withdrawal from four disputed regions and a formal pledge to abandon NATO membership plans. French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking after a virtual meeting between Trump, Zelensky, and other European leaders, said Trump was “very clear” about the U.S. objective of achieving a ceasefire during the summit. Trump has suggested that any comprehensive agreement could involve land swaps and that a trilateral meeting with himself, Putin, and Zelensky could follow if initial talks are constructive. “There’s a very good chance that we’re going to have a second meeting, which will be more productive than the first,” Trump said. “It’s going to be a very important meeting, but it’s setting the table for the second meeting.”

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