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Furthermore, the low interest rate environment has played a significant role in driving investor appetite for risk assets, including stock index futures. With central banks maintaining accommodative monetary policies, investors have been incentivized to allocate capital to higher-yielding investments, such as equity futures, thereby fueling the upward trajectory in stock indices.
Another key aspect of Huawei's presence in the Zhoushan Archipelago is its focus on environmental sustainability. The company has implemented green technologies and practices to minimize its carbon footprint and promote eco-friendly operations. From energy-efficient data centers to solar-powered communication towers, Huawei is demonstrating its commitment to safeguarding the natural beauty and resources of the archipelago for future generations.
Microchips capable of detecting and diagnosing diseases December 16, 2024 NYU Tandon School of Engineering Researchers have developed microchips using field-effect transistors that can detect multiple diseases from a single air sample with high sensitivity. The technology enables rapid testing and could lead to portable diagnostic devices for home and medical use. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIN Email In a world grappling with a multitude of health threats -- ranging from fast-spreading viruses to chronic diseases and drug-resistant bacteria -- the need for quick, reliable, and easy-to-use home diagnostic tests has never been greater. Imagine a future where these tests can be done anywhere, by anyone, using a device as small and portable as your smartwatch. To do that, you need microchips capable of detecting miniscule concentrations of viruses or bacteria in the air. Now, new research from NYU Tandon faculty including Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering Davood Shahrjerdi; Herman F. Mark Professor in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Elisa Riedo; and Giuseppe de Peppo, Industry Associate Professor in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and who was previously at Mirimus, shows it's possible to develop and build microchips that can not only identify multiple diseases from a single cough or air sample, but can also be produced at scale. "This study opens new horizons in the field of biosensing. Microchips, the backbone of smartphones, computers, and other smart devices, have transformed the way people communicate, entertain, and work. Similarly, today, our technology will allow microchips to revolutionize healthcare, from medical diagnostics, to environmental health" says Riedo, "The innovative technology demonstrated in this article uses field-effect transistors (FETs) -- miniature electronic sensors that directly detect biological markers and convert them into digital signals -- offering an alternative to traditional color-based chemical diagnostic tests like home pregnancy tests," said Shahrjerdi. "This advanced approach enables faster results, testing for multiple diseases simultaneously, and immediate data transmission to healthcare providers" says Sharjerdi, who is also the Director of the NYU Nanofabrication Cleanroom, a state-of-the-art facility where some of the chips used in this study were fabricated. Riedo and Shahrjerdi are also the co-directors of the NYU NanoBioX initiative. Field-effect transistors, a staple of modern electronics, are emerging as powerful tools in this quest for diagnostic instruments. These tiny devices can be adapted to function as biosensors, detecting specific pathogens or biomarkers in real time, without the need for chemical labels or lengthy lab procedures. By converting biological interactions into measurable electrical signals, FET-based biosensors offer a rapid and versatile platform for diagnostics. Recent advancements have pushed the detection capabilities of FET biosensors to incredibly small levels -- down to femtomolar concentrations, or one quadrillionth of a mole -- by incorporating nanoscale materials such as nanowires, indium oxide, and graphene. Yet, despite their potential, FET-based sensors still face a significant challenge: they struggle to detect multiple pathogens or biomarkers simultaneously on the same chip. Current methods for customizing these sensors, such as drop-casting bioreceptors like antibodies onto the FET's surface, lack the precision and scalability required for more complex diagnostic tasks. To address this, these researchers are exploring new ways to modify FET surfaces, allowing each transistor on a chip to be tailored to detect a different biomarker. This would enable parallel detection of multiple pathogens. Enter thermal scanning probe lithography (tSPL), a breakthrough technology that may hold the key to overcoming these barriers. This technique allows for the precise chemical patterning of a polymer-coated chip, enabling the functionalization of individual FETs with different bioreceptors, such as antibodies or aptamers, at resolutions as fine as 20 nanometers. This is on par with the tiny size of transistors in today's advanced semiconductor chips. By allowing for highly selective modification of each transistor, this method opens the door to the development of FET-based sensors that can detect a wide variety of pathogens on a single chip, with unparalleled sensitivity. Riedo, who was instrumental in the development and proliferation of tSPL technology, sees its use here to be further evidence of the groundbreaking way this nanofabrication technique can be used in practical applications. "tSPL, now a commercially available lithographic technology, has been key to functionalize each FET with different bio-receptors in order to achieve multiplexing," she says. In tests, FET sensors functionalized using tSPL have shown remarkable performance, detecting as few as 3 attomolar (aM) concentrations of SARS-CoV-2 spike proteins and as little as 10 live virus particles per milliliter, while effectively distinguishing between different types of viruses, including influenza A. The ability to reliably detect such minute quantities of pathogens with high specificity is a critical step toward creating portable diagnostic devices that could one day be used in a variety of settings, from hospitals to homes. The study, now published by the Royal Society of Chemistry in Nanoscale , was supported by Mirimus, a Brooklyn-based biotechnology company, and LendLease, a multinational construction and real estate company based in Australia. They are working with the NYU Tandon team to develop illness-detecting wearables and home devices, respectively. "This research shows off the power of the collaboration between industry and academia, and how it can change the face of modern medicine," says Prem Premsrirut, President and CEO of Mirimus. "NYU Tandon's researchers are producing work that will play a large role in the future of disease detection." "Companies such as Lendlease and other developers involved in urban regeneration are searching for innovative solutions like this to sense biological threats in buildings." says Alberto Sangiovanni Vincentelli of UC Berkeley, a collaborator on the Project. "Biodefense measures like this will be a new infrastructural layer for the buildings of the future" As semiconductor manufacturing continues to advance, integrating billions of nanoscale FETs onto microchips, the potential for using these chips in biosensing applications is becoming increasingly feasible. A universal, scalable method for functionalizing FET surfaces at nanoscale precision would enable the creation of sophisticated diagnostic tools, capable of detecting multiple diseases in real time, with the kind of speed and accuracy that could transform modern medicine. Story Source: Materials provided by NYU Tandon School of Engineering . Note: Content may be edited for style and length. 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As investigators delve deeper into the possible reasons behind the shooting, a surprising detail has emerged - the suspect's gaming habits. It has been revealed that the suspect had an extensive playtime history on the popular gaming platform Steam. Steam, known for its wide array of video games spanning various genres, has become a source of fascination for many following the incident.
In Spain, a court has convicted four men for the homophobic murder of Samuel Luiz, a 24-year-old nursing assistant. The brutal crime, which took place in July 2021, ignited protests both within the country and abroad, shining a spotlight on the persistent issue of violence against LGBTQ+ individuals. Luiz suffered a fatal assault from a group outside a nightclub in A Coruna, in the Galicia region. Among the convicted, Diego Montaña, Alejandro Freire, and Kaio Amaral faced charges of aggravated murder, while Alejandro Míguez was found guilty of complicity. The trial lasted nearly four weeks, and the jury took a lengthy five days to reach a verdict. Spain's Interior Ministry reported 364 hate crimes linked to sexual orientation or gender identity in 2023, resulting in 184 arrests. The case underscores the broader context of hate crimes in Spain, with the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights noting that many incidents remain unreported. (With inputs from agencies.)
Retailers coax Black Friday shoppers into stores with big discounts and giveaways NEW YORK (AP) — Retailers in the U.S. have used giveaways and bigger-than expected discounts to reward shoppers who ventured out on Black Friday. The day after Thanksgiving still reigns for now as the unofficial kickoff of the holiday shopping season even if it’s lost some luster. Analysts reported seeing the biggest crowds at stores that offered real savings. They say many shoppers are being cautious with their discretionary spending despite the easing of inflation. Stores are even more under the gun to get shoppers in to buy early and in bulk since there are five fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year. Online sales figures from Thanksgiving Day gave retailers a reason to remain hopeful for a lucrative end to the year. Canada's Trudeau says he had an 'excellent conversation' with Trump in Florida after tariffs threat WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he had an “excellent conversation” with Donald Trump in Florida after the president-elect’s threat to impose significant tariffs on two of America’s leading trade partners raised alarms in Ottawa and Mexico City. It's unclear, as Trudeau headed back to Canada on Saturday, whether the conversation had alleviated Trump’s concerns. Trump’s transition team hasn't responded to questions about what the leaders had discussed at their dinner Friday night at Trump's Mar-a-Lago club. The Republican president-elect has threatened to impose tariffs on products from Canada and Mexico if the countries don’t stop what he said was the flow of drugs and migrants across their borders. Trump and Republicans in Congress eye an ambitious 100-day agenda, starting with tax cuts WASHINGTON (AP) — Republicans swept to power on Election Day and now control the House, the Senate and the White House, with plans for an ambitious 100-day agenda come January. Their to-do list includes extending tax breaks, cutting social programs, building the border wall to stop immigration and rolling back President Joe Biden's green energy policies. Atop that list is a plan to renew some $4 trillion in expiring tax cuts that were a signature domestic achievement of Republican Donald Trump’s first term as president. It's an issue that may define his return to the White House. The ruble's in a slump. For the Kremlin, that's a two-edged sword Russia’s ruble is sagging against other currencies, complicating the Kremlin’s efforts to keep consumer inflation under control with one hand even as it overheats the economy with spending on the war against Ukraine with the other. Over time a weaker ruble could mean higher prices for imports from China, Russia's main trade partner these days. President Vladimir Putin says things are under control. One wild card is sanctions against a key Russian bank that have disrupted foreign trade payments. If Russia finds a workaround for that, the ruble could regain some of its recent losses. Why your favorite catalogs are smaller this holiday season PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — While retailers hope to go big this holiday season, customers may notice that the catalogs arriving in their mailboxes are smaller. Many of the millions of catalogs getting sent to U.S. homes were scaled down to save on postage and paper. Some gift purveyors are sending out postcards. In a sign of the times, the American Catalog Mailers Association rebranded itself in May as the American Commerce Marketing Association. Despite no longer carrying an extended inventory of goods, industry experts say catalogs help retailers cut through the noise and still hold their own in value because of growing digital advertising costs. Iceland votes for a new parliament after political disagreements force an early election REYKJAVIK, Iceland (AP) — Icelanders are electing a new parliament after disagreements over immigration, energy policy and the economy forced Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson to pull the plug on his coalition government and call early elections. This will be Iceland’s sixth general election since the 2008 financial crisis devastated the economy of the North Atlantic island nation and ushered in a new era of political instability. Opinion polls suggest the country may be in for another upheaval, with support for the three governing parties plunging. Benediktsson, who was named prime minister in April following the resignation of his predecessor, struggled to hold together the unlikely coalition of his conservative Independence Party with the centrist Progressive Party and the Left-Green Movement. Massachusetts lawmakers push for an effort to ban all tobacco sales over time BOSTON (AP) — A handful of Massachusetts lawmakers are hoping to persuade their colleagues to support a proposal that would make the state the first to adopt a ban meant to eliminate the use of tobacco products over time. Other locations have weighed similar “generational tobacco bans.” The bans phase out the use of tobacco products based not just on a person's age but on birth year. Lawmakers plan to file the proposal next year. If approved, the bill would set a date and ban the sale of tobacco to anyone born after that date forever, eventually banning all sales. Vietnam approves $67 billion high-speed railway project between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Vietnam has approved the construction of a high-speed railway connecting the capital Hanoi in the north with the financial capital of Ho Chi Minh in the south. It is expected to cost $67 billion and will stretch 1,541 kilometers (957 miles). The new train is expected to travel at speeds of up to 350 kph (217 mph), reducing the journey from the current 30 hours to just five hours. The decision was taken by Vietnam’s National Assembly on Saturday. Construction is expected to begin in 2027 and Vietnam hopes that the first trains will start operating by 2035. But the country has been beleaguered by delays to its previous infrastructure projects. Inflation rose to 2.3% in Europe. That won't stop the central bank from cutting interest rates FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Inflation in the 20 countries that use the euro currency rose in November — but that likely won’t stop the European Central Bank from cutting interest rates as the prospect of new U.S. tariffs from the incoming Trump administration adds to the gloom over weak growth. The European Union’s harmonized index of consumer prices rose 2.3 percent, up from 2.0% in October, according to EU statistics agency Eurostat. However, worries about growth mean the Dec. 12 ECB meeting is not about whether to cut rates, but by how much. Market buzz says there could be a larger than usual half-point cut in the benchmark rate, currently 3.25%. Stock market today: S&P 500 and Dow post gains and close out best month of 2024 NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks closed with solid gains as Wall Street put the finishing touches on one of its best months of the year. The S&P 500 rose 0.6% while the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 188 points, or 0.4%. The Nasdaq added 0.8%. Friday was an abbreviated trading day, with stocks closing at 1 p.m. ET and the bond market an hour later. Investors were looking to see how much shoppers are willing to spend on gifts for the holidays. Black Friday unofficially kicked off the holiday shopping season, although retailers had been offering early deals for weeks. Macy’s and Best Buy each gained around 2%.
The Texans had an opportunity to tie, or win, Sunday's matchup against the Titans with little time remaining — but a massive error by C.J. Stroud ended the game. With Houston down by three points and in possession of the ball with just over a minute remaining, Stroud and his offense were deep in their own territory. As Stroud got some pressure in his own end zone, he ran back a bit too far to avoid it, stepping out of bounds for a Titans safety. Stroud's blunder ended the Texans' comeback hopes in a 32-27 loss. Here's a look at the play, plus why it drew comparisons to Dan Orlovsky's famous mistake back in 2008. NFL HQ: Live NFL scores | Updated NFL standings | Full NFL schedule C.J. Stroud safety, explained In Sunday's back-and-forth contest, the Titans took a late 30-27 lead thanks to a 70-yard touchdown pass from Will Levis to Chig Okonkwo. After failing to score on their previous two drives, the Texans got one last shot to either tie the game at 30 or win it. However, Stroud was sacked to set up a 3rd & 17 at the Texans' one-yard line. On the next play, pressure got into the backfield, forcing Stroud to try and roll out. As he was avoiding a would-be tackler, Stroud stepped out of the end zone, giving the Titans a safety. C.J. Stroud just pulled a Dan Orlovsky pic.twitter.com/sW8ocmIPKf https://t.co/2AFmBFPI2n Not only did the blunder extend the Titans' lead to 32-27, but it gave Tennessee the ball back, allowing it to take a knee and walk away victorious. Dan Orlovsky runs out of back of end zone vs. Vikings It's not often that football fans see a quarterback, or any player, run out of their own end zone for a safety. But the rare occurrence was made most famous by Orlovsky. In a 2008 matchup between the Lions and Vikings, Orlovsky was under center in the end zone. After taking the snap, he just kept running backward while he was scrambling. SAI Flashback: October 12, 2008 Dan Orlovsky ran out of the back of his own end zone and didn’t even realize it at first pic.twitter.com/1AWXkNmn0s Orlovsky's mistake comes up every time another quarterback steps out of their own end zone. Another member joined that club Sunday, and while Orlovsky's error is still the most infamous, he has more company now.In response to the incident, Alibaba swiftly issued a statement confirming that the fire at the data center had been successfully put out. The company reassured the public that there were no injuries reported among the staff and no significant damage to the property or equipment. This prompt and transparent communication from Alibaba helped alleviate fears and uncertainties surrounding the incident.
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — An online spat between factions of Donald Trump’s supporters over immigration and the tech industry has thrown internal divisions in his political movement into public display, previewing the fissures and contradictory views his coalition could bring to the White House. The rift laid bare the tensions between the newest flank of Trump’s movement — wealthy members of the tech world including billionaire Elon Musk and fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy and their call for more highly skilled workers in their industry — and people in Trump’s Make America Great Again base who championed his hardline immigration policies. The debate touched off this week when Laura Loomer, a right-wing provocateur with a history of racist and conspiratorial comments, criticized Trump’s selection of Sriram Krishnan as an adviser on artificial intelligence policy in his coming administration. Krishnan favors the ability to bring more skilled immigrants into the U.S. Loomer declared the stance to be “not America First policy” and said the tech executives who have aligned themselves with Trump were doing so to enrich themselves. Much of the debate played out on the social media network X, which Musk owns. Loomer’s comments sparked a back-and-forth with venture capitalist and former PayPal executive David Sacks, whom Trump has tapped to be the “White House A.I. & Crypto Czar.” Musk and Ramaswamy, whom Trump has tasked with finding ways to cut the federal government, weighed in, defending the tech industry’s need to bring in foreign workers. It bloomed into a larger debate with more figures from the hard-right weighing in about the need to hire U.S. workers, whether values in American culture can produce the best engineers, free speech on the internet, the newfound influence tech figures have in Trump’s world and what his political movement stands for. Trump has not yet weighed in on the rift. His presidential transition team did not respond to questions about positions on visas for highly skilled workers or the debate between his supporters online. Instead, his team instead sent a link to a post on X by longtime adviser and immigration hard-liner Stephen Miller that was a transcript of a speech Trump gave in 2020 at Mount Rushmore in which he praised figures and moments from American history. Musk, the world’s richest man who has grown remarkably close to the president-elect, was a central figure in the debate, not only for his stature in Trump’s movement but his stance on the tech industry’s hiring of foreign workers. Technology companies say H-1B visas for skilled workers, used by software engineers and others in the tech industry, are critical for hard-to-fill positions. But critics have said they undercut U.S. citizens who could take those jobs. Some on the right have called for the program to be eliminated, not expanded. Born in South Africa, Musk was once on an a H-1B visa himself and defended the industry’s need to bring in foreign workers. “There is a permanent shortage of excellent engineering talent,” he said in a post. “It is the fundamental limiting factor in Silicon Valley.” Trump’s own positions over the years have reflected the divide in his movement. His tough immigration policies, including his pledge for a mass deportation, were central to his winning presidential campaign. He has focused on immigrants who come into the U.S. illegally but he has also sought curbs on legal immigration, including family-based visas. As a presidential candidate in 2016, Trump called the H-1B visa program “very bad” and “unfair” for U.S. workers. After he became president, Trump in 2017 issued a “Buy American and Hire American” executive order, which directed Cabinet members to suggest changes to ensure H-1B visas were awarded to the highest-paid or most-skilled applicants to protect American workers. Trump’s businesses, however, have hired foreign workers, including waiters and cooks at his Mar-a-Lago club, and his social media company behind his Truth Social app has used the the H-1B program for highly skilled workers. During his 2024 campaign for president, as he made immigration his signature issue, Trump said immigrants in the country illegally are “poisoning the blood of our country” and promised to carry out the largest deportation operation in U.S. history. But in a sharp departure from his usual alarmist message around immigration generally, Trump told a podcast this year that he wants to give automatic green cards to foreign students who graduate from U.S. colleges. “I think you should get automatically, as part of your diploma, a green card to be able to stay in this country,” he told the “All-In” podcast with people from the venture capital and technology world. Those comments came on the cusp of Trump’s budding alliance with tech industry figures, but he did not make the idea a regular part of his campaign message or detail any plans to pursue such changes.( MENAFN - EIN Presswire) From authors to YouTubers: Paxjones marks 1,500 posts, uniting a global community through inspiring and thought-provoking content. Santosh Paxjones ... Visit us on social media: Facebook X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above. MENAFN27122024003118003196ID1109036153 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. 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Gus Malzahn is leaving UCF to become Florida State's offensive coordinator, AP source saysDespite his once-auspicious reputation, the athlete's performances began to dwindle as he aged. His reflexes slowed, his decision-making became erratic, and his once unassailable confidence wavered. As a result, he found himself relegated to the bench, watching from the sidelines as younger, more vibrant talents took center stage.
On the other hand, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, and Liverpool are all being touted as strong favorites in their respective matches. Paris Saint-Germain, led by the prolific attacking trio of Neymar, Kylian Mbappe, and Lionel Messi, are expected to showcase their firepower and secure a convincing win. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich, with their strong squad depth and tactical prowess under manager Julian Nagelsmann, are predicted to outclass their opponents and emerge victorious.
In addition to price, there are several key factors to consider when evaluating the quality of a down jacket. These include the fill power, which indicates the loft and insulating ability of the down; the fill weight, which determines the amount of down insulation in the jacket; and the outer shell material, which affects the jacket's durability and water resistance.( MENAFN - EIN Presswire) From authors to YouTubers: Paxjones marks 1,500 posts, uniting a global community through inspiring and thought-provoking content. Santosh Paxjones ... Visit us on social media: Facebook X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above. MENAFN27122024003118003196ID1109036153 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the provider above.Furthermore, China's proactive fiscal policy has played a crucial role in supporting economic growth and employment. In 2024, the government has increased public investment in strategic sectors such as infrastructure, technology, and healthcare, creating jobs, boosting demand, and stimulating economic activity. This targeted fiscal stimulus has not only helped to cushion the impact of external shocks but has also laid the foundation for long-term sustainable growth.QIIB launches special offer for Visa credit cards
Both Manchester City and Barcelona find themselves in challenging positions in their respective Champions League groups, with the former facing stiff competition from the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and RB Leipzig, while the latter navigates a group that includes Juventus and Dynamo Kyiv. As they prepare to face off in a crucial showdown, the stage is set for a thrilling encounter between two footballing powerhouses.In a surprising turn of events during the post-game celebrations, Enzo, the star player of the team, seemed determined to celebrate his latest victory by starting a strip show. The crowd gasped in shock as he began to unbutton his shirt, but before he could go any further, Jackson, his teammate, stepped in with a swift assist both on and off the court.
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The countdown to next summer's Euro 2025 has officially begun, with the tournament draw revealing the path to glory for the 16 nations competing in Switzerland for the prestigious title of European champions. In the history of the competition dating back to 1982, only five nations have claimed the trophy. Sweden , the Netherlands and England have each won once -- the latter two under the guidance of Sarina Wiegman. Norway has lifted the title twice, while Germany has dominated with an incredible eight victories. The Lionesses made history on home soil in 2022, claiming their first major silverware with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Germany at Wembley Stadium. Meanwhile, reigning World Champions Spain , fresh off their triumph over England in the 2023 World Cup final, are strong contenders to secure their first European title this summer. The stakes are higher than ever, with prize money for Euro 2025 more than doubling compared to the previous edition. The 16 teams will share €41 million ($43m), with each federation receiving at least €1.8m and required to allocate at least 30% to players. The eventual champions stand to earn up to €5.1m. The tournament will run from July 2 to July 27, promising a thrilling month of football as Europe's best battle for supremacy, and there are plenty of storylines waiting to be written and surprises in store. How will it all shape up? Emily Keogh has made a rapid assessment of the groups to predict how Euro 2025 will play out. GROUP A: Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Finland Host nation Switzerland will be aiming to break their pattern of failing to reach the quarterfinals of a major tournament on home soil. With the Netherlands' 2017 victory and England's 2022 triumph in their home countries as inspiration, Switzerland hope the pattern will repeat in 2025. However, to reach that stage, they must overcome Norway, a team with rich history, including World, European, and Olympic titles. Though Norway has struggled in recent years, star players like Guro Reiten , Frida Maanum , Ada Hegerberg and Caroline Graham Hansen will be determined to return to glory. Editor's Picks Euro '25 draw: England get Dutch, Spain vs Italy 2h ESPN UWCL talking points: Wolfsburg thrash Roma; all too predictable? 4d ESPN Chelsea drop points, Everton stun City; WSL title race back on 13h Beth Lindop and Sophie Lawson Finland and Iceland, both veterans of the Euros, will also be eager to improve their records. Finland reached the semifinals in 2005, but has struggled to progress beyond the group stage since. Iceland, consistently appearing in the Euros since 2007, has only made it past the group stage once. Both teams will be driven to better their performances on the grand stage. Overall, it's a tough group to call with all four teams in similar positions on field and off it. Norway and Switzerland are no strangers to sharing the spotlight on the international stage, having been drawn together in the same group at the 2023 World Cup as well. Their previous encounter ended in a 0-0 stalemate, but the stakes are higher here as they kick off the 2025 Euros in what promises to be a thrilling opener. With passionate fan bases and an electric atmosphere, this clash is set to be one of the tournament's standout moments. UEFA has committed to making this edition of the Women's Euros the most memorable yet and with over 700,000 tickets projected to sell, the tournament is expected to shatter attendance records. Additionally, a massive digital audience is anticipated, with over 500 million online views forecasted, making it the most-watched Women's Euros in history. UEFA also promises to match the men's Euros in terms of facilities, technology, and analytical support, elevating the tournament's overall quality and professionalism. The opening game will set the tone for what is shaping up to be a landmark event in women's football. With Norway's attacking flair and Switzerland's home advantage, fans can expect an unforgettable start to a competition that aims to redefine the standards of the game. With the 2025 Euros taking place on home soil, the Swiss national team is poised to spotlight its exciting young talent on the European stage. This tournament offers a golden opportunity for Switzerland's next generation to shine against some of the continent's most star-studded lineups. The squad boasts a wealth of youthful promise, with players eager to make their mark. Among them is 18-year-old Noemi Ivelj , Barcelona 's 17-year-old prodigy Sydney Schertenleib , Young Boys' rising star Iman Beney , also 18, and 20-year-old Smilla Vallotto . These players are not only the future of Swiss football, but also key figures in the team's immediate ambitions. Switzerland's goal is clear: advance beyond the group stage and make a deep run into the knockout rounds. With home support and a blend of youthful exuberance and determination, these emerging stars have the potential to etch their names in history and elevate Swiss football on the international stage. The Euros will be a defining moment for both the team and its bright young core, offering an incredible chance for them to prove they belong among Europe's elite. GROUP B Spain, Portugal, Belgium, Italy World Champions Spain are eyeing their third major trophy in a row, hoping to add the 2025 Euros to their 2023 World Cup and 2024 Nations League titles. Few teams can match their formidable form since the World Cup, following a disappointing 2022 Euros that sparked a revolution both on and off the pitch. Italy, eager to regain their status as a European powerhouse, will look to build on recent progress after struggling in recent years to overcome higher-ranked opponents. Meanwhile, both Belgium and Portugal have featured in just two of the last Euros: the former reached the quarterfinals in 2022 while Portugal, debuting at the 2023 World Cup, has yet to progress past the group stage. But both nations have proven they can overcome tough challenges to make it to the upcoming tournament, making them both dark horses to watch in this Euros. With Spain, Belgium, and Portugal already set to face each other in the Nations League group stage ahead of the summer tournament, anticipation for those matchups is relatively muted. However, Spain's clash with Italy promises to be a thrilling encounter for fans, whether neutral or partisan. Italy, once a dominant force in women's football and runners-up at the Euros in 1993 and 1997, have struggled to keep pace in recent years. Despite this, games between Spain and Italy have consistently been tightly contested. Their recent history includes a 1-1 draw and three narrow victories for Spain (1-0 and 3-2) during their 2023 clashes, underlining how evenly matched these teams can be. For the Azzurre , this game presents more than just an opportunity to test themselves against the reigning World Champions, it's a chance to reclaim their reputation as serious contenders on the European stage. If any team is poised to unsettle Spain and potentially steal points, it's Italy, who will be determined to deliver a statement performance and have the last laugh in this enticing showdown. After winning the 2023 World Cup and the inaugural Nations League, Spain have established themselves as the team to beat in women's football. The European Championship remains the only major title missing from their collection, and they'll be determined to complete the set. With Ballon d'Or winners Aitana Bonmatí and Alexia Putellas spearheading a squad stacked with talent, Spain are well-positioned to add the Euros to their growing list of honours. Few teams appear capable of preventing them from reaching the final-if not lifting the trophy outright. The upcoming Nations League will serve as ideal preparation, with Spain set to face group-stage rivals Portugal and Belgium twice ahead of the tournament as well as reigning European champions England. These matchups will allow Spain to fine-tune their approach and reinforce their dominance in a challenging group. For the rest of Europe, halting Spain's momentum will require nothing short of a monumental effort. With a roster brimming with world-class players and a winning mentality, it will take another powerhouse to disrupt Spain's march toward what could be their first European title. GROUP C Germany, Poland, Denmark, Sweden Germany, once a dominant force in European football, is rebuilding under new manager Christian Wück. He led Germany to a thrilling 4-3 victory over reigning European champions England at Wembley in his first match in charge, with the visitors scoring three goals in the opening 30 minutes. If they can continue their progress and fill the gap left by the retirement of prolific striker Alex Popp, Germany could be a strong contender to reach the final. Denmark, with top scorer Pernille Harder back in contention, will pose a tough challenge for Germany while Sweden, another former European powerhouse, will also be eager to stop their progress as they look to bounce back from several years of underperformance. Poland, debuting in their first major tournament, could be the tournament's underdog, with plenty of opportunities to surprise their rivals and snatch valuable points. STREAM ESPN FC DAILY ON ESPN+ Dan Thomas is joined by Craig Burley, Shaka Hislop and others to bring you the latest highlights and debate the biggest storylines. Stream on ESPN+ (U.S. only). Two former champions clash in what promises to be a thrilling encounter. In their last four meetings since 2017, the teams have drawn 0-0 twice, with Germany edging a 1-0 win at the Algarve Cup and Sweden claiming a 2-1 victory in the 2019 World Cup semifinals. Both sides are in a transitional phase, dealing with the retirements of key players while integrating fresh talent ahead of the tournament. Injuries have also disrupted their rhythm, leading to unexpected results and heavy squad rotations, with both positive and negative outcomes. Germany, having crashed out of the World Cup in the group stage, will have plenty to prove, while Sweden have struggled in the Nations League and Euros qualifiers, battling relegation and playoff matches to secure their spot despite reaching the World Cup semifinals in 2023. This makes for an intriguing showdown. For the first time in history, Poland has qualified for a major tournament, making their debut at the 2025 Euros after years of falling short in Olympic, World Cup and Euros qualifiers. This milestone is not only a testament to the team's perseverance, but is also a momentous occasion for Ewa Pajor, a striker who has long been one of Europe's most underrated talents due to her national team's struggles on the international stage. Pajor's accolades speak for themselves. After spending nine prolific seasons with Wolfsburg, where she scored an astonishing 136 goals in 196 appearances-including 18 in the Champions League-the 28-year-old secured a move to European powerhouse Barcelona. A four-time Polish Women's Footballer of the Year, Pajor has consistently performed at the highest level but has lacked the platform to shine internationally -- until now. Finally, Pajor will get the chance to display her clinical finishing and attacking prowess on one of football's grandest stages. For Poland, it's a breakthrough moment; for Pajor, it's the long-awaited opportunity to prove she belongs among Europe's elite and leave her mark on the tournament. GROUP D France, England, Wales, Netherlands The Lionesses embark on their first campaign as reigning champions, having claimed the 2022 Euros crown at Wembley Stadium. This tournament marks a historic moment as England defends their title for the first time, stepping into a challenging group with the weight of expectation on their shoulders. Despite reaching the 2023 World Cup final, injuries plagued the squad since and the subsequent Nations League and Euros qualifiers presented similar struggles. Right now, head coach Sarina Wiegman faces fitness concerns for key players Lauren James , Lauren Hemp , Alex Greenwood and Ella Toone . However, the quartet is expected to recover in time for the tournament's kickoff in July. Their group promises high-stakes drama, too. Former champions the Netherlands are determined to reclaim their status, while France, boasting immense talent, will look to break their streak of falling short in major tournaments. These teams are no strangers, having clashed in recent Nations League and Euros qualifiers, but France and the Netherlands haven't faced each other since 2022-both squads having evolved significantly since then. Meanwhile, debutants Wales are the group underdogs, ranked 30th globally compared to their top-10 group opponents. The matchup between Wales and England adds a layer of intrigue, reigniting historic rivalries as the two nations face off on a major international stage in Switzerland. It's the Sarina Wiegman derby on the European stage! While Wiegman already faced her former team with England in last season's Nations League, their showdown at the Euros carries an entirely different level of significance. Having guided the Netherlands to victory at the 2017 Euros and England to their historic triumph in 2022, Wiegman is no stranger to rewriting the record books. Now, the two most recent champions have been drawn in the same group, setting the stage for a high-stakes clash that promises to deliver drama and excitement. This matchup is a battle for supremacy with both sides eager to prove their dominance. It's the perfect showcase for the 2025 Euros -- you could not write it if you tried. Expect fireworks, passion, and a spectacle that will highlight why this tournament is the pinnacle of European football. Wales have made history by qualifying for their first major tournament, breaking a streak of near misses in recent campaigns. Manager Rhian Wilkinson hailed the achievement as a "generation of football that's going to change everything," reflecting on the team's impressive run in the qualifiers. The journey hasn't been easy. Wales fell short in the play-offs for the 2023 World Cup, losing to Euro 2025 hosts Switzerland. They also narrowly missed out on the play-offs for the previous Euros, edged out by Northern Ireland on head-to-head results. As the lowest-ranked team (No. 30, per FIFA) in the tournament, Wales face a daunting challenge, but their resilience and determination suggest they are capable of defying expectations. Their tenacity mirrors the inspiring performances of underdog teams like Colombia and Morocco at the 2023 World Cup, who proved that rankings don't always dictate results. With their place in the history books already secured, Wales now have the opportunity to make an even bigger statement. A strong Nations League campaign in the lead-up to the Euros could provide the perfect foundation for another historic chapter. Come July, the stage is set for Wales to capture the spotlight and prove that they belong among Europe's elite.The city of New York rejoiced as the missing Chinese student, who had disappeared without a trace for five days, was finally found safe and sound. Friends and family members of the student expressed immense relief upon learning the news, having endured days of uncertainty and fear.
