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  • Girls, Women Under Constant Threat in South Sudan

    Girls, Women Under Constant Threat in South Sudan

    Recent attacks on girls and young women in South Sudan illustrate how they are at risk and lack adequate protections.

    On June 25, armed men in Pochalla North, Jonglei state, reportedly abducted four female students as they travelled to sit for secondary school exams. Though the local community organized search efforts, the four remain missing.

    In late June, the police said they had arrested seven suspects in the gang-rape of a 16-year-old girl in South Sudan’s capital, Juba. An alleged video of the attack spread online and generated public outrage. Following the incident, the country’s gender minister called for thorough investigations and accountability. Activists called for legal reforms and organized forums to encourage survivors to speak out. But even when cases garner such levels of public scrutiny, convictions are rare.

    In May, armed youth surrounded a girls’ boarding school in Marial Lou, Warrap state, trapping at least 100 students inside. According to the United Nations peacekeeping mission, teachers locked the gates until peacekeepers secured the school and negotiated an end to the siege.

    These incidents are part of an all-too-familiar story in South Sudan where a girl’s body, her education, and her future are under constant threat. Generations of conflict, widespread access to arms, and patriarchal customs including bride price have long turned women’s and girls’ bodies into battlegrounds, used as spoils of war or bargaining chips in intercommunal disputes.

    Watching communities mobilize to protect girls brings hope that such behavior and practices may change, but meaningful protection still depends on the state fulfilling its legal obligations.

    A party to the Convention on Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, South Sudan has also ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and endorsed the Safe Schools Declaration, committing to protect women, girls, students, and schools from attack. The Ministry of Gender, Child and Social Welfare and the Ministry of Justice have promoted the Anti-Gender Based Violence and Child Protection Bill, which could strengthen legal protections, criminalize forced and child marriage, and guarantee survivors free medical and psychosocial support. Parliament should prioritize the bill’s adoption. 

    The government should also strengthen the country’s rule-of-law institutions and ensure accountability for perpetrators. Protecting schools from attacks—including by enhancing security presence, youth focused dialogues, and rights-respecting disarmament processes—is critical.  

    Girls in South Sudan should be able to walk to school and learn without fear, and authorities should act to ensure these basic rights.

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  • Traders Watch as Trump’s 35% Tariff Threat Sparks Doubts Over Tokyo’s Tactics

    Traders Watch as Trump’s 35% Tariff Threat Sparks Doubts Over Tokyo’s Tactics

    US President Donald Trump threatened Japan with tariffs of up to 35% as he ramped up tensions for a third straight day, fueling fears of a worst-case scenario among market players and raising doubts over Tokyo’s tactics in trade talks.

    Japan should be forced to “pay 30%, 35% or whatever the number is that we determine, because we also have a very big trade deficit with Japan,” Trump said, again flagging the possibility that across-the-board tariffs could go much higher than the 24% initially penciled in for July 9. “I’m not sure we’re going to make a deal. I doubt it with Japan, they’re very tough. You have to understand, they’re very spoiled.”

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  • Human health risk assessment for microbial pesticides in the EU: challenges and perspectives | Environmental Health

    Human health risk assessment for microbial pesticides in the EU: challenges and perspectives | Environmental Health

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  • Hyatt Newsroom – News Releases

    Hyatt Continues Expansion With The Debut Of Thompson Hotels, Significant New Entries for Andaz, The Standard and Park Hyatt Brands In Asia Pacific, Catering To Evolving Experiential Demand Among Luxury And Lifestyle Travelers

    CHICAGO (July 2, 2025) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced plans to expand Hyatt’s luxury and lifestyle brand portfolios across Asia Pacific, with a robust pipeline of close to 90 properties expected to open over the next five years. This strategic growth includes the debut of the Thompson Hotels brand in the region alongside significant new entries and expansion for Andaz, The Standard and Park Hyatt brands in sought-after destinations including Thailand, Malaysia and Australia in 2025 and 2026.

    Since 2017, Hyatt has doubled the number of luxury rooms, tripled its resort rooms, and grown lifestyle rooms five-fold globally. As one of the key regions driving the luxury travel market, the demand in Asia Pacific continues to surge and Hyatt is strategically expanding to meet it. As of Q1 2025, 64% of Hyatt’s Asia Pacific hotels and resorts are in the luxury and upper-upscale segments, reflecting Hyatt’s leadership in delivering high-end and distinct experiences to capture this growth potential.

    “Today, luxury is about authenticity and unique experiences. Our recently refined brand architecture and expansion in luxury and lifestyle portfolios allow us to cater to discerning travelers with focus and differentiation,” said Carina Chorengel, Senior Vice President, Commercial, Asia Pacific, Hyatt. “We are excited about offering enriching experiences that will further strengthen Hyatt’s position as a leader in luxury and lifestyle hospitality in the region.”

    Thompson Hotels brand set to debut in Asia Pacific

    The introduction of the Thompson Hotels brand in Asia Pacific signifies a milestone moment in the expansion of Hyatt’s lifestyle portfolio, reflecting its continued investment in experiences for culture-savvy travelers. With its origins based in Manhattan, NYC, Thompson Hotels blend heritage and modernity to create a stylish home base for the socially and culturally attuned traveler.

    Expected to open in Q4 2025, Thompson Shanghai Expo is inspired by the city’s industrial legacy and cosmopolitan energy – a collision of experiences inspired by contemporary design, art and innovative gastronomy. Its signature experiences reflect the growing appetite for cultural programming, featuring time-limited crossovers with cultural partners as well as a rooftop with live entertainment and engaging events.

    Andaz and The Standard bring lifestyle concepts to new markets

    Hyatt will also mark the continued expansion of the Andaz brand, celebrated for its cultural immersion and unique lifestyle offerings. Andaz Gold Coast will debut in Australia and the Pacific in a world-class integrated resort, and Andaz One Bangkok will be set at the edge of the serene Lumphini Park as part of the prestigious One Bangkok development. In addition, Andaz Shanghai ITC, the brand’s second property in the city, will be located amidst Shanghai’s leading commercial neighborhood.

    Following its acquisition of Standard International’s brands in 2024, Hyatt is continuing to invest in the brands’ footprint across the region with an exciting pipeline of new properties. This includes The Standard, Pattaya Na Jomtien, set to open in Q3 this year, featuring a playful, 60s-inspired beach club aesthetic that is equal parts chill and charged.

    Park Hyatt elevates personal luxury

    The Park Hyatt brand will also make its Malaysian debut with Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur in August 2025, set atop The Merdeka 118, the tallest skyscraper in Asia Pacific, offering the pinnacle of refined luxury through cultural-inspired interiors and culinary experiences. Its unique Cacao bar, the highest in town, will be the first chocolate-themed bar in the city, positioning it as a must-visit destination for leisure travelers who increasingly put culinary experiences center stage in their itineraries.

    In a reflection of how the iconic brand continues to redefine luxury, Park Hyatt Tokyo will celebrate a 30-year legacy by resuming operations following a comprehensive refinement that enhances its comfort and modern convenience while preserving its iconic understated luxurious ambience. Expected to resume operations in Q4 2025, the hotel will reimagine the timeless elegance of its 171 guestrooms and suites and see authentic dining concepts that promise to captivate luxury travelers across generations.

    Park Hyatt Phu Quoc, the first Park Hyatt resort in Vietnam, is expected to open in Q1 2026. Spanning 160 acres of land bordered by an expansive mile-long white sand beach and lush undulating hills, guests and residents can look forward to exquisite convergence of contemporary art, timeless craftsmanship, and personalized service on the pearl island.

    To learn more about upcoming openings and projects in Hyatt’s pipeline, please visit https://www.hyatt.com/development/.

    Select list of expected upcoming luxury and lifestyle openings in Asia Pacific in 2025 and 2026:

    • Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur – August 2025

    • Mumian Shanghai Expo (part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt) – Q3 2025

    • The Standard, Pattaya Na Jomtien – Q3 2025

    • Park Hyatt Tokyo – Q4 2025

    • Thompson Shanghai Expo – Q4 2025

    • KYLN Hotel Suzhou (part of JdV by Hyatt) – Q4 2025

    • Andaz One Bangkok – Q4 2025

    • Andaz Shanghai ITC – Q4 2025

    • Park Hyatt Phu Quoc – Q1 2026

    • Andaz Gold Coast – Q2 2026

    • THE BARAI (part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt) – Q3 2026

    • The Standard Residences, Hua Hin – Q4 2026

    • The Standard Residences, Phuket Bang Tao – Q4 2026

    Highlights of expected upcoming Hyatt hotel openings in Asia Pacific in 2025 and 2026 include:

    Thompson Hotels

    Thompson Shanghai Expo (Q4 2025)

    Thompson Shanghai Expo will debut the Thompson Hotel brand in Asia Pacific, offering culture-savvy travelers a home base. Drawing from the city’s industrial legacy and cosmopolitan energy, the hotel will serve as a magnetic stage where cultures collide, connecting guests and sparking ideas.

    Andaz

    Andaz Shanghai ITC (Q4 2025)

    Situated in the vibrant Xujiahui district, Andaz Shanghai ITC will offer experiences rooted in the city’s cosmopolitan identity.

    Andaz One Bangkok (Q4 2025)

    Located within Thailand’s most ambitious real estate project, One Bangkok, Andaz One Bangkok is set to become a landmark destination. Here, Bangkok’s vibrant cultural heritage blends with the sleek, modern energy of its central business district. Guests will enjoy Thai-inspired culinary delights at the Andaz Tavern and Lounge with views of Lumphini Park.

    Andaz Gold Coast (Q2 2026)

    As the first Andaz hotel in Australia and the Pacific, Andaz Gold Coast will offer guests easy access to beautiful beaches, rainforests, and theme parks with a myriad of dining and entertainment options as part of a world-class integrated development.

    The Standard

    The Standard, Pattaya Na Jomtien (Q3 2025)

    A beachfront hotel meeting laidback luxury with a twist of vibrant energy, The Standard, Pattaya Na Jomtien will offer a playful, 60s-inspired vibe and a beach club that will be equal parts chill and charged. Guests can unwind in one of 161 stylish rooms and suites or lounge in lush garden spaces while savoring extraordinary food and beverage offerings. The property’s restaurant, Mmhmmm, will feature an oceanfront pool serving up tiki-inspired cocktails and playful bites, while the Esmé Beach Club will reimagine the seaside experience with a stylish, sophisticated party scene.

    Park Hyatt

    Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur (August 2025)

    The Park Hyatt brand will debut in Malaysia with Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, occupying the top floors of Merdeka 118, the tallest skyscraper in Asia Pacific. A refined home-away-from-home in the sky, the hotel will feature tasteful comforts and purposeful culinary and wellness offerings with sophisticated interiors inspired by Malaysia’s cultural heritage and traditional crafts.

    Park Hyatt Tokyo (Q4 2025)

    Following a comprehensive 17-month refinement, Park Hyatt Tokyo celebrates its 30-year legacy with impactful upgrades to its public spaces and room offerings for a more personalized luxury experience and enhanced comfort. At the same time, iconic elements such as the New York Grill & Bar are restored to their original designs. This reimagined experience upholds Park Hyatt Tokyo’s status as a timeless classic, providing deeply personalized services that connect past and present, resonating with travelers across generations.

    Park Hyatt Phu Quoc (Q1 2026)

    Bringing the Park Hyatt brand to a destination recently voted as the world’s second most beautiful island by readers of Travel + Leisure magazine, the hotel and residences will be positioned to offer guests and residents mesmerizing sunset views. Just a 30-minute drive from Phu Quoc International Airport, resort facilities will include two dining outlets, a bar, a pool side barbecue, two swimming pools, a lakeside spa, a gym house with a lap pool, a Camp Hyatt kids’ village, more than 4,300 square feet of event space and an organic farm.

    The term “Hyatt” is used in this release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.

    About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

    Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose – to care for people so they can be their best. As of March 31, 2025, the Company’s portfolio included more than 1,450 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 79 countries across six continents. The Company’s offering includes brands in the Luxury Portfolio, including Park Hyatt®, Alila®, Miraval®, Impression by Secrets, and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®; the Lifestyle Portfolio, including Andaz®, Thompson Hotels®, The Standard®, Dream® Hotels, The StandardX, Breathless Resorts & Spas®, JdV by Hyatt®, Bunkhouse® Hotels, and Me and All Hotels; the Inclusive Collection, including Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Hyatt Ziva®, Hyatt Zilara®, Secrets® Resorts & Spas, Dreams® Resorts & Spas, Hyatt Vivid Hotels & Resorts, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, and Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts; the Classics Portfolio, including Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Destination by Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric®, Hyatt Vacation Club®, and Hyatt®; and the Essentials Portfolio, including Caption by Hyatt®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Studios, Hyatt Select, and UrCove. Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Mr & Mrs Smith, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar® DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

    Forward-Looking Statements

    Forward-Looking Statements in this press release, which are not historical facts, are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements include statements about the Company’s luxury and lifestyle brand portfolios, expected performance and demand, planned openings, and development pipeline. Our actual results, performance or achievements may differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by the use of words such as “may,” “could,” “expect,” “intend,” “plan,” “seek,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential,” “continue,” “likely,” “will,” “would” and variations of these terms and similar expressions, or the negative of these terms or similar expressions. Such forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by us and our management, are inherently uncertain. Factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations include, but are not limited to, general economic uncertainty in key global markets and a worsening of global economic conditions or low levels of economic growth; the rate and pace of economic recovery following economic downturns; global supply chain constraints and interruptions, rising costs of construction-related labor and materials, and increases in costs due to inflation or other factors that may not be fully offset by increases in revenues in our business; risks affecting the luxury, resort, and all-inclusive lodging segments; levels of spending in business, leisure, and group segments, as well as consumer confidence; declines in occupancy and average daily rate; limited visibility with respect to future bookings; loss of key personnel; domestic and international political and geopolitical conditions, including political or civil unrest or changes in trade policy; the impact of global tariff policies or regulations; hostilities, or fear of hostilities, including future terrorist attacks, that affect travel; travel-related accidents; natural or man-made disasters, weather and climate-related events, such as earthquakes, tsunamis, tornadoes, hurricanes, droughts, floods, wildfires, oil spills, nuclear incidents, and global outbreaks of pandemics or contagious diseases, or fear of such outbreaks; our ability to successfully achieve specified  levels of operating profits at hotels that have performance tests or guarantees in favor of our third-party owners; the impact of hotel renovations and redevelopments; risks associated with our capital allocation plans, share repurchase program, and dividend payments, including a reduction in, or elimination or suspension of, repurchase activity or dividend payments; the seasonal and cyclical nature of the real estate and hospitality businesses; changes in distribution arrangements, such as through internet travel intermediaries; changes in the tastes and preferences of our customers; relationships with colleagues and labor unions and changes in labor laws; the financial condition of, and our relationships with, third-party owners, franchisees, and hospitality venture partners; the possible inability of third-party owners, franchisees, or development partners to access the capital necessary to fund current operations or implement our plans for growth; risks associated with potential acquisitions and dispositions and our ability to successfully integrate completed acquisitions with existing operations; failure to successfully complete proposed transactions (including the failure to satisfy closing conditions or obtain required approvals); our ability to maintain effective internal control over financial reporting and disclosure controls and procedures; declines in the value of our real estate assets; unforeseen terminations of our management and hotel services agreements or franchise agreements; changes in federal, state, local, or foreign tax law; increases in interest rates, wages, and other operating costs; foreign exchange rate fluctuations or currency restructurings; risks associated with the introduction of new brand concepts, including lack of acceptance of new brands or innovation; general volatility of the capital markets and our ability to access such markets; changes in the competitive environment in our industry, industry consolidation, and the markets where we operate; our ability to successfully grow the World of Hyatt loyalty program and Unlimited Vacation Club paid membership program; cyber incidents and information technology failures; outcomes of legal or administrative proceedings; and violations of regulations or laws related to our franchising business and licensing businesses and our international operations; and other risks discussed in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”), including our annual report on Form 10-K and our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, which filings are available from the SEC. These factors are not necessarily all of the important factors that could cause our actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by any of our forward-looking statements.  We caution you not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are made only as of the date of this press release. We undertake no obligation to update publicly any of these forward-looking statements to reflect actual results, new information or future events, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking statements, except to the extent required by applicable law. If we update one or more forward-looking statements, no inference should be drawn that we will make additional updates with respect to those or other forward-looking statements.

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    MEDIA CONTACTS:

    Lillian Zhang

    Hyatt – ASPAC

    Lillian.zhang@hyatt.com

    Joyce Cheng

    Hyatt – ASPAC

    Joyce.cheng@hyatt.com

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  • Secretary-General: New Dawn’ Rises for Financing Development Progress – United Nations in India

    1. Secretary-General: New Dawn’ Rises for Financing Development Progress  United Nations in India
    2. Pakistan aims to boost SME financing to 17% of private sector credit by 2028: Finance Minister  Ptv.com.pk
    3. UN chief seeks aid surge to check ‘climate chaos’  Dawn
    4. Action Plan Announced at FfD4 to Mobilize Private Sector Capital in Developing Countries  fanamc.com
    5. Sevilla reporter’s notebook Day 3: Hitting a stride or hitting a wall?  Devex

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  • Cracking cancer’s code through functional connections

    Cracking cancer’s code through functional connections

    Among cancer researchers, their computers, servers and databanks store thousands of terabytes of omics data, enabling novel discoveries about genetic and proteomic relationships. However, making meaningful connections can be computationally challenging. What if there were a way to harness the power of machine learning to help interpret this data and identify unrecognized patterns that advance therapeutic strategies?

    A recent paper in Nature Cancer introduces a new tool for decoding and uncovering functional connections within cancer biology. FunMap, a machine-learning-driven platform, allows researchers to understand how genes and proteins work together in cancer, even when they aren’t directly connected. Bing Zhang, a professor of molecular and human genetics at Baylor College of Medicine, and his lab aim to bridge the gap between large-scale cancer omics data and functional interpretation using machine learning.

    The team used large-scale proteogenomic data, or integrated information about genes, RNA and proteins, across 11 cancer types to chart a functional network of more than 10,000 genes. Unlike traditional protein–protein interaction networks, which focus on physical contacts between proteins, FunMap assesses “cofunctionality,” the concept that genes or proteins can participate in the same biological process even if they do not physically interact.

    “Think of a complex research lab,” Zhiao Shi, lead programmer in the lab and first author of the paper, explained the computational tool. “A computational biologist and a wet lab scientist may never perform experiments together, but the computational analysis is crucial for guiding the wet lab experiments and interpreting results. Though they do not interact directly, their roles are tightly coordinated to achieve scientific breakthroughs — this is cofunction.”

    With the ability to incorporate graph-neural-network-based deep learning, a type of model that learns from data structured as networks of connected elements, FunMap can identify cancer driver mutations with low frequencies. This expands the understanding of cancer pathogenesis beyond high-frequency mutations and may potentiate new discoveries in cancer diagnostics and treatment.

    FunMap also advances functional genomics by shedding light on understudied cancer genes, such as RBM34 and MAB21L4, also known as dark genes. These understudied genes and their protein counterparts have not been studied in the context of cancer but are significantly over or under expressed in tumors. Shi explained that their approach “enables a more systematic and data-driven assignment of functions to poorly characterized cancer-associated genes, aiding in the discovery of novel cancer biology.”

    The platform is available to the public at funmap.linkedomics.org, where scientists can explore the network and apply it to their own studies. The Zhang lab plans to expand its tool with additional data types, such as epigenomics and protein modification.

    “By identifying key cancer-associated proteins and functional pathways, our findings can help prioritize therapeutic targets, ultimately contributing to the development of more effective treatments,” Shi said. “In the long run, this research could lead to improved cancer diagnostics and therapies, benefiting patients by making precision medicine more actionable and impactful.”

    Bing Zhang, Baylor College of Medicine

    Overview of FunMap, a machine learning and network-based framework that integrates pan-cancer proteogenomic data to identify functional modules, predict understudied protein functions, and discover low-frequency cancer drivers.

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  • Yastremska eliminates Gauff at Wimbledon: “I was on fire”

    Yastremska eliminates Gauff at Wimbledon: “I was on fire”

    Gauff led the head-to-head 3-0, with all those meetings coming on clay. The most recent was in Madrid, at altitude, where Yastremska showed how dangerous she could be.

    Gauff prevailed 0-6 6-2 7-5, but under the No.1 Court roof at Wimbledon she confronted an opponent perfectly suited to the conditions – and who possesses the game to go further this fortnight.

    “I was actually on fire,” Yastremska smiled. “I really, really enjoyed playing on Court 1.

    “I have good memories from this court, even though last year I lost there to Donna Vekic. I still have a nice memory. This court brings me a lot of energy. I really felt it today.”

    Yastremska’s giant-killing capabilities are obvious, especially at Grand Slam level – never more so than when she powered to the Australian Open 2024 semifinals, beating Marketa Vondrouova, Emma Navarro and Victoria Azarenka along the way.

    But with her win over Gauff, Wimbledon becomes the major tournament at which she has the best winning percentage, nearing 70.

    No.1 Court was also where Yastremska appeared in the junior singles final in 2016 – demonstrating her early affection for grass – and where she made the fourth round on her women’s singles main-draw debut in 2019.

    That year she beat Sofia Kenin, the 28th seed who looms as a potential third-round opponent.

    “I feel pretty good on grass,” Yastremska declared. “I had a couple matches.”

    She’s played nine this grasscourt season, to be exact, and won seven.

    She’ll be hoping for an eighth when she faces Anastasia Zakharova next.

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  • Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland is back at the Norisring

    Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland is back at the Norisring

    The last time the one-make cup was held at this venue was during the ADAC Norisring Speedweekend in 2019 – when none of this year’s entrants competed. With no testing permitted on the street circuit just outside Nuremberg, all drivers will arrive at the fourth race weekend (4-6 July 2025) with very little preparation. Their only opportunity to familiarise themselves with the shortest circuit on the calendar – measuring just 2.3 kilometres – has been via simulator training.

    This is also the situation for Porsche Junior Alessandro Ghiretti. Like his team, Schumacher CLRT, the 23-year-old Frenchman is contesting his debut season in the German Carrera Cup. Over the first three race weekends, Ghiretti and his engineers were able to draw on existing data. The French squad already knew the Autodromo di Imola, Italy, the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium, and the coastal Zandvoort track in the Netherlands from their experience in the international Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup. The result: two wins from so far six Carrera Cup races and the current lead in the drivers’ standings for Ghiretti.




    Porsche Junior Alessandro Ghiretti

    Round four, however, presents a completely different challenge. While Ghiretti has previously raced on German circuits during a season in ADAC Formula 4, the Norisring is not one of them. “So, none of my competitors has the advantage of track experience,” he noted. The championship leader will be particularly mindful of his closest rivals: Dutchman Robert de Haan of Proton Huber Competition trails by just four points in second place, with Israeli Ariel Levi of Team GP Elite sitting third.

    The highest-ranked German in the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland field is Janne Stiak, ranking fifth overall. The 18-year-old recently celebrated his first win of the season at Zandvoort. “I enjoy the challenge of new tracks,” says Stiak, as he looks ahead to the Norisring. “I use a special software to incorporate the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup into my simulator. It helps me get a feel for key aspects like braking points and the racing line. Still, I want to get in as many laps as possible during the one-hour practice session to optimise the 911’s setup.”

    Porsche 911 GT3 Cup, Janne Stiak (DEU), Target (#40), Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland, Zandvoort (NLD), 2025, Porsche AG




    Janne Stiak

    In the ProAm class, Kuwaiti driver Ahmad Alshehab, racing for the German outfit [a-workx] by Porsche Paderborn, currently leads the standings. Among the rookies, Dutchman Sacha Norden holds the top spot. The 24-year-old from Proton Huber Competition has already secured four wins in the newcomers’ classification so far this season.

    “I’m delighted that the Norisring is back on the German Carrera Cup calendar for the first time in six years,” says Thorsten Rückert, Project Manager of the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland. “With its short layout, the race features more laps than any other round, treating fans to even more on-track action with the Cup 911. The large crowds also create an incredibly special atmosphere.”

    Thorsten Rückert (DEU), Project Manager Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland, Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland, Spa-Francorchamps (BEL), 2025, Porsche AG




    Thorsten Rückert, Project Manager Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland

    Due to its compact length, roughly half that of for example the Hockenheimring, the Norisring requires a unique qualifying format. The Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland field will be split into two qualifying groups, allowing each driver a better chance to set a clean flying lap without interference from traffic.

    Racing with synthetic fuel

    Committed to cutting CO₂ emissions in motorsport, the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland will use the synthetic fuel “DTM Pro Climate” across all eight race weekends in the 2025 season. Partnering with the Carrera Cup, ADAC is also adopting this fuel for the first time for its DTM, ADAC GT Masters, and GT4 Germany series.

    The racetrack: Norisring, Nuremberg

    The Norisring, named after the medieval name for Nuremberg, is the only street circuit on the German Carrera Cup calendar. Located on the city’s historic Zeppelin and Beuthener Strasse, the track is transformed each year over a three-week period with the installation of barriers, a temporary pit lane, additional grandstands, and motor racing infrastructure.

    Today measuring just 2.3 kilometres, the Norisring first hosted motorcycle racing in 1938. Automobile racing followed in 1948, gaining prominence in the 1960s with the “200 Miles of Nuremberg,” a major fixture in sports prototype championships including the World Sportscar Championship. In 1987, the DTM made its debut at the Norisring, which today remains the centrepiece of the ADAC Norisring Speedweekend.

    Start: Porsche Carrera Cup Deutschland, Norisring 2019, Porsche AG





    The Porsche Carrera Cup has a long history at the circuit, appearing on the calendar regularly since its inaugural season in 1990. Most recently, in 2019, the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup thrilled fans on the imposing stone grandstand opposite the pits, with Frenchman Julien Andlauer and Germany’s Michael Ammermüller each taking a victory at the doubleheader event.

    The Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland on the internet

    Fans can follow all the races live with English commentary on the internet, including on the Porsche Motorsport Hub and the Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland social media channels on YouTube and Facebook.

    Aside from the race weekends, the one-make cup is also present with dedicated channels via the social networks Instagram and X.

    Schedule Round 4, Norisring Nuremberg (Germany)

    Friday, 4 July
    11:55 – 12:55 hrs: Practice
    17:42 – 18:20 hrs: Qualifying

    Saturday, 5 July
    11:20 hrs: Start race 7 (30 minutes plus 1 lap)

    Sunday, 6 July
    11:15 hrs: Start race 8 (30 minutes plus 1 lap)

    Standings after 6 of 16 races

    1. Alessandro Ghiretti (FRA/Schumacher CLRT), 105 points/2 wins
    2. Robert de Haan (NLD/Proton Huber Competition), 101 points/2 wins
    3. Ariel Levi (ISR/Team GP Elite), 71 points

    Full results and championship standings on the Porsche Motorsport Hub.

    Calendar Porsche Sixt Carrera Cup Deutschland 2025

    18–20 April: Imola (ITA), FIA World Endurance Championship WEC
    8–10 May: Spa-Francorchamps (BEL), FIA World Endurance Championship WEC
    6–8 June: Zandvoort (NLD), DTM
    4–6 July: Norisring Nuremberg (DEU), DTM
    8–10 August: Nürburgring (DEU), DTM
    22–24 August: Sachsenring (DEU), DTM
    12–14 September: Red Bull Ring, Spielberg (AUT), DTM
    3–5 October: Hockenheimring (DEU), DTM


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  • PTI rift widens as Junaid Akbar, CM Gandapur camps trade blame

    PTI rift widens as Junaid Akbar, CM Gandapur camps trade blame

    PTI KP President Junaid Akbar (left) and KP CM Ali Amin Gandapur. — GeoNews/Facebook@JunaidAkbarMNA
    • “Junaid Akbar should stop whining and stay at home”: Saif.
    • Govt spox blames Akbar for failing to fulfill responsibilities. 
    • Akbar declines to respond to Barrister Saif’s comments.

    PESHAWAR: Tensions within Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chapter deepened as a war of words erupted between the party’s provincial president, Junaid Akbar Khan, and Chief Minister Ali Amin Gandapur’s spokesperson — exposing divisions within the party’s top ranks, The News reported.

    The rift began when Junaid Akbar accused the provincial government of undermining him and targeting his supporters. He alleged that development schemes linked to MPAs who organised rallies in his favour were cancelled and that the chief minister was actively working against him. 

    He also accused the government’s spokesperson and CM’s adviser on information, Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif, of promoting an “establishment-driven narrative.”

    In a sharp rebuttal, Barrister Saif dismissed Junaid Akbar’s complaints, saying: “Junaid Akbar should stop whining and stay at home.” He suggested Akbar should resign from his role and make way for someone “competent” to lead PTI in the province.

    Speaking to this correspondent, Barrister Saif said he had met Imran Khan only on the PTI founder’s request and would respect his decision if told otherwise. He blamed Junaid Akbar for failing to fulfil the responsibilities assigned to him, claiming this was the root cause of his frustration.

    “Those who work don’t complain,” Saif said. “At a time when the party is going through a difficult phase, Junaid Akbar should support the leadership instead of crying and accusing others.”

    He added that if Akbar had issues with CM Gandapur, they should be resolved internally rather than through public criticism. “There’s no justification for attacking the chief minister,” he remarked.

    Saif also addressed wider political developments, dismissing PML-N leader Amir Muqam’s hopes that his brother, opposition leader Ibadullah Khan, would have become the CM in the last general elections. He insisted the provincial government faced no threat, and all MPAs were united in completing their constitutional term.


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  • Keanu Reeves to Host, Produce Docuseries on US Cadillac Formula 1 Team

    Keanu Reeves to Host, Produce Docuseries on US Cadillac Formula 1 Team

    Rev the engines! Keanu Reeves is looking to challenge Brad Pitt for the pole position.

    F1: The Movie, the Formula One movie starring Pitt, was off to the races in its opening weekend, bringing Apple Original Films its first major theatrical win. Now, film star and motorsport enthusiast Keanu Reeves has unveiled a documentary series produced in partnership with North One, part of RedBird IMI‘s production giant All3Media, that will showcase the behind-the-scenes story of the Cadillac Formula 1 Team in its effort to build a racing team from the ground up amid signs of U.S. audiences’ growing need for speed.

    With exclusive access to the Cadillac Formula 1 Team, owned by Mark Walter and Thomas Tull’s TWG Motorsports and General Motors, “the series traces the creation of the sport’s newest and uniquely American team as it prepares for its debut at the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship season opener in Melbourne,” the producers said on Wednesday. “Reeves rejoins the production team from North One with his own KR+SH production company for this new series, serving as host and executive producer mere months after his International Emmy-award win for the acclaimed Disney+ docuseries Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story.”

    Developed by Emmy-award-winning director and executive producer Simon Hammerson and three-time BAFTA-winning executive producer Neil Duncanson, the docuseries promises “to capture the ultimate story of sporting jeopardy in the high-octane world of Formula 1 and offer audiences a trackside seat for the whole ride,” according to the creative team. 
     
    “I’m very honoured and excited to be a part of telling the remarkable Cadillac Formula 1 Team story and its incredible journey into the world of Formula 1 racing,” said Reeves. “Our goal with the docuseries is to bring audiences into the heart of this journey and showcase what it takes to participate in one of the most exclusive sports arenas in the world.”
      
    In the new show, audiences will get “an intimate look at the unique challenges of assembling a competitive team on an accelerated timeline and receive a first-hand account of the vision behind establishing a distinctly American presence in a sport long dominated by European powerhouses,” North One said. “By documenting the challenges, setbacks, drive, and determination required to build a new contender in Formula 1, the series will captivate both motorsport fans and viewers interested in stories of resilience, cultural aspiration, and the pursuit of ambitious goals. The story will also explore the journey to build the first American-based team amidst the backdrop of Formula 1’s continuing growth with audiences in the U.S. and around the world.” 
     
    The new team looking to join the pinnacle of motorsports is happy to let audiences peek under the hood. “This is a story of bold ambition and relentless drive,” said Dan Towriss, CEO of TWG Motorsports and the Cadillac Formula 1 Team. “We’re honored to work with Keanu, whose passion and knowledge of racing runs deep, and proud to partner with General Motors on this incredible story. We have an opportunity to welcome a new generation of fans to Formula 1, and Keanu’s creativity is the perfect spark to ignite that journey.”

    KR&SH Productions is a documentary-focused production company founded by Reeves and Hammerson that created Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story.

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