Strong Feelings

Linus Tech Tips has published a video airing strong opinions about the air conditioning setup in its tech house, drawing over 1.6 million likes. The piece appears to be a candid commentary on cooling and climate control for a home full of running computers and lab equipment, a recurring theme for the channel as it builds out its office and house infrastructure.

The Financial Times examines why President Trump is not gaining political ground despite strong economic indicators. The piece reflects a broader debate over whether Americans are feeling the benefits of growth, and why perceptions of the economy diverge from headline figures. Commentators are weighing the disconnect between economic data and the president's standing with voters.

Economic indicators point to a resilient US economy, yet many Americans continue to report feeling financially strained. An expert explains the disconnect, pointing to the gap between headline figures like GDP and employment and the everyday experience of households facing high prices and living costs, a mismatch that is shaping public mood and political debate.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced plans to limit the number of foreign students in each class, saying Italian children should never "feel marginalized" because they have become a minority in their classrooms. The proposal would also make measures mandatory for parents of foreign students, with details of the requirements still emerging. The announcement is drawing strong reactions in Italy, with supporters backing the focus on Italian pupils and critics warning it could stigmatise migrant children.

Kevin Hassett said robust consumer spending contradicts polls showing Americans feel deeply pessimistic about the economy, saying of the gloomy survey results, 'I just don't buy it.' He argued that people's actual behavior — spending freely — reveals a stronger economy than sentiment data suggests. The comments push back against widespread polling showing weak confidence in economic conditions.

Electric vehicles may be causing motion sickness in some passengers. Reports point to the cars' rapid, quiet acceleration and strong regenerative braking, which can create a mismatch between what passengers feel and what they see, triggering nausea. Drivers are less affected because they anticipate the movement, while passengers, especially in the back seat, are more prone to feeling unwell.

A Washington Post opinion piece argues that despite officially strong economic numbers under President Trump, voters are not buying the narrative. The column explores the disconnect between headline indicators like growth and markets, and how Americans actually feel about prices, wages and their own financial situations heading into the next election.

Commentators and analysts are asking why US consumer sentiment remains depressed despite solid economic indicators such as low unemployment and continued growth. Discussion centres on the gap between headline statistics and how households actually feel, with inflation-weary consumers pointing to high prices, housing costs and economic uncertainty as reasons their outlook stays gloomy.

Despite headline indicators pointing to a strong US economy, polling shows Americans remain downbeat about their own financial situation. Axios highlights the gap between macroeconomic data and public sentiment, with many consumers saying prices, housing costs and everyday expenses still feel crushing. The disconnect between official good news and how people actually feel is shaping up as a major political issue.

Formula 1 is drawing attention for a throwback feel to its latest race weekend, while Max Verstappen has taken an early lead at the event referred to as 'Not Bahrain'. The unusual nickname has fueled chatter among fans about the calendar change and the reigning champion's strong start to the session.

A new article examines the work of American painter Albert Bloch and his ties to Der Blaue Reiter, the German Expressionist group he joined in the early 20th century. The piece argues that the emotional intensity and unsettled spirit of Bloch's paintings resonate strongly with today's climate of uncertainty and anxiety, drawing parallels between the turbulence of the pre-World War One era and the present moment.

Around 148,000 people in Greece have taken part in a public vote on designs for new euro banknotes. The poll is part of a broader eurozone-wide consultation on how the next generation of Europe's currency should look, and Greek participation has drawn attention to how strongly citizens in the country feel about the cultural imagery representing the common currency.