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Apple’s Portless IPhone 17 Air

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Apple’s portless vision begins with wireless-only iPhones like the rumoured iPhone 17 Air. Credit: Alexander’s Images via Canva.com

Not a rumour anymore. Apple may have finally done what regulators feared and some users have dreaded, releasing an iPhone with no charging port at all. The new iPhone 17 Air, according to recent reports, signals a clean break from USB-C before most people have even grown accustomed to it. There’s no lightning, no USB-C, and no plug of any kind – just wireless everything. The move would defy Europe’s mandatory charging standard. It is flirting with the anti-consumer design as well as reopening a debate on how far companies should go to control their ecosystem. But is this real? And is it even legal? 

Sources close to Apple, the company, considered going fully wireless, but regulatory pressure from the EU may have prompted a split strategy, with some regions adopting a wireless approach, while others use USB-C. Somewhere between compliance and ambition, Apple is testing the line not just in design but also how far they can push before governments push back. 

The truth behind the portless phone

The Ruth Bagaette article lit up on Reddit on June 30, claiming that Apple is scrapping USB-C entirely in the upcoming iPhone 17 Air. It’s opting for a wireless design only. So there’s no plug, no charging cable, and no compliance with the EU’s 2024 regulation that mandates USB-C as the common charging standard.

In March 2025, AppleInsider reported that Apple has indeed toyed with the idea of removing the port, even going so far as to prototype a completely wireless version of the iPhone 17 Air. 

  • Internally, this was viewed as a bold aesthetic leap because it included no holes, no cables, and no dirt traps. 
  • It was a much cleaner device, but the problem was that it wouldn’t be legal in the EU.

Under Regulation 2022/2380, all smartphones that are sold in the European Union after 2024 must feature a USB-C port for wired charging. This law was implemented to reduce E-Waste and simplify life for consumers, and prohibits the use of wireless-only systems.

So if a wireless iPhone were to be sold in Spain, France, or Germany, it would be illegal to market. Apple knows this, that’s why, according to inside reports and corroborated by Spanish outlet Cinco Días, the final design of the iPhone 17 Air was split. 

Wireless is available in some markets, but not in others.  Apple may be testing a wireless-first future, but the law has clipped its wings at least for now. It’s not the end of cables everywhere, just in places where Apple can get away with it. 

Ambition and accountability 

Even if the portless iPhone 17 Air does launch without a charging port, it won’t be the first time Apple has broken the rules to gain a market edge. From killing the headphone jack to locking down the application distribution, the company has long treated friction as a way to filter our choice and favour control. But this time it does feel different.

Removing the port doesn’t just challenge outdated habits and accessories; it also challenges regulations, especially in a growing global movement that demands more interoperability, greater repairability, and enhanced consumer protection.

Then there’s the performance issue:

  • Wireless charging is still slower, generally it’s hotter, and degrades the battery faster than traditional wired solutions. 
  • Ditching the universal cables in favour of the brand-specific technology will, in turn, create more e-waste, not less. This is exactly the issue the EU sought to fix with its USB-C law.

The irony is that Apple could lead this next era without abandoning openness. The wireless first iPhone that coexists with USB-C can honour both vision and regulation.

But the portless version, if real, suggests something else: that a company is still determined to go its own way, even if it means splitting its product line, fragmenting its user base and picking legal fights that it could have avoided.

Then, once the iPhone 17 Air is released, we will see if this is a bold step or a step too far, depending not just on what it offers but also on what it takes away. 

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Inma from Archez. Credit: Locos de la Colina Facebook page.

Sometimes, running means more than running.

In just six months, Inma from Archez (a small village in the Axarquia region) has completed over 50 races across Andalusia. But what truly makes Inma stand out is her total commitment to causes that matter.

Inma wears her club’s colours (Locos de la Colina club in the Axarquia region) not just for sport, but for solidarity. Over the past few months, she’s taken part in charity races supporting cancer patients, working with organisations that fund research and assist families through the toughest of times.

She’s run for children with special needs, helping raise money for therapies and treatments to improve their quality of life. And she’s supported awareness for rare diseases, giving voice and visibility to families too often left unheard.

Each race she’s run has symbolised far more than participation, far more than endurance and competitive spirit. We’re talking about hope, compassion, and the belief that sport can be a powerful force for doing good.

All in all, Inma reminds us that running isn’t just about crossing finish lines: it’s about showing up for others. Empathy can go hand in hand with a passion for sport — that’s the real lesson.

And that makes Inma not just a runner, but also an inspiration.

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Bazlama Buzz: Mayor Hooked On Turkish Cuisine

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Mayor of Estepona José María Garcia Urbano cuts the red tape again at Bazlama. Credit: EWN

Bazlama officially swung open its doors on Tuesday, July 15, to a huge crowd of fascinated new diners, eager to see what all the buzz was about. Mayor of Estepona, José María Garcia Urbano, was among them to cut the ceremonial ribbon and try out the flatbreads everyone has been talking about.

Co-Founder Sarah Moravvej explained, “We came across Bazlama in Istanbul and loved the food, the experience, and the whole concept. We felt it was something which was missing on the Costa del Sol.”

“Turkish food and hospitality are exceptional and deserve to be better known, and the Bazlama brand is amazing at transporting you to Turkey and delivering not just delicious Turkish cuisine but a true cultural experience.”

Bazlama is a family business, run by a mother-and-daughter team, drawing from recipes passed down through generations. They work hard to retain family values and make every guest feel like they are being welcomed into a traditional Turkish home. The love and generosity you feel at Bazlama restaurants is something special.

The breads that impressed José Maria García Urbano.
The breads that impressed José Maria García Urbano.
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The new restaurant in El Paraiso, located on Calle Isla Verde 12, Benamara, close to the Senator Banús Hotel, is Bazlama’s first European venture, introducing its celebrated all-you-can-eat Turkish breakfast to the continent. Open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm, the restaurant serves a scrumptious breakfast banquet featuring traditional breads, cheeses, jams, hot dishes like menemen scrambled eggs, and the signature bazlama flatbread. Guests can also enjoy gozleme and mezze set menus, paired with Turkish tea, drinks, and cocktails. The authentic flavours, made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients, including organic produce from a small family farm in Estepona, which create a healthy and delicious dining experience.

The opening has brought 19 new jobs to the area, with plans for more as Bazlama extends its opening hours. Committed to sustainability, the restaurant plans to implement a waste-free model by partnering with local charities. Since its inception in Cesme, Turkey, in 1992, Bazlama has expanded to six locations in Turkey and one in Dubai, with a London branch on the cards for the near future. The Costa del Sol outpost is a big step in the brand’s international expansion, offering a cultural adventure through dishes like acuka spicy red pepper spread and stuffed gozleme.

Sarah and her sister Salmeh have joined the brand’s strong female leadership, and they invite guests to experience Turkish hospitality and become part of the Bazlama family. To reserve a table, call 951 830 136 or follow @bazlamakahvalti on Instagram and Facebook.

José María García Urbano, mayor of Estepona comes to Bazlama.
José María García Urbano, mayor of Estepona comes to Bazlama.
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Man With Highest IQ Claims Jesus Will Return

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Dr YoungHoon Kim. Credit: X @yhbryankimiq

Dr YoungHoon Kim, officially recognised as having the highest IQ in the world at 276, has gone viral for claiming that Jesus Christ will return within our generation.

The South Korean quantum physicist made the bold religious statement via X (@yhbryankimiq), citing divine revelation and scientific theory, including Einstein’s relativity and quantum physics, as evidence.

Who is Dr YoungHoon Kim?

As of 2024, Kim holds the official title of “World’s Highest IQ Person Now,” verified by the Official World Record®, the World Memory Championships, and the World Memory Sports Council, which is in partnership with Guinness World Records.

His high-range IQ score has been confirmed through various accredited tests and organisations, including:

  • GIGA Society (1 in a billion)
  • Olympiq Society (1 in 3 million)
  • Mega Society (1 in a million)
  • Triple Nine Society (1 in 1,000)
  • Mensa (1 in 50)

Dr Kim is founder and CEO of NeuroStory, a deep-tech healthcare company backed by the South Korean Ministry of SMEs and Startups, focusing on brain health and AI solutions. He also leads the United Sigma Intelligence Association (USIA) – a global nonprofit think tank including public intellectuals like Noam Chomsky, Steven Pinker, and Yuval Harari.

He currently collaborates with research labs at Cambridge and Yale, and serves in leadership roles at the Lifeboat Foundation, Complex Biological Systems Alliance, and International Longevity Alliance.

Kim has been awarded numerous honorary doctorates in cognitive science and psychology and is an honorary professor at several institutions.
He also holds high-ranking positions in mind sports, such as:

  • Deputy President of the World Memory Championships
  • Council Member of the World Mind Sports Council
  • Known as “The 2nd Tony Buzan,” succeeding the inventor of Mind Maps.

“Jesus will return in our generation”

His bold statements, posted on X and YouTube, have gone viral with millions of views, shaking up both religious and scientific communities. In several posts, Kim has declared:

“I am the man with the highest IQ in the world, YoungHoon Kim… Jesus Christ will return in our generation. This is a truth revealed to me by God, the Father and the Holy Spirit.”

“From the world’s highest IQ record holder: Heaven is real. Hell is real. God is real. That’s not belief. That’s not religion. That’s not a message from a church. That’s the ultimate truth of the universe.”

“Christian Manifesto – from the world’s highest IQ record holder: 1. Jesus is God. 2. The Bible is 100% true. 3. The afterlife exists 100% 4. Heaven is real. Hell is real. 5. Evolution is a scam. 6. Feminism is a fraud. 7. Homosexuality is sin.”

Linking religion with science and quantum theory

Kim says Einstein’s theory of relativity and quantum physics support his beliefs.

“Einstein showed that time moves differently depending on speed and gravity… Quantum physics teaches that what we believe and observe can shape what becomes real.”

He suggests Jesus’ prophecy about returning during “this generation” refers to eternity rather than human perception of time.

In another post, Kim explains:

“Science says that when the brain stops, our consciousness disappears. Well, quantum physics says that information never disappears. Never. It just changes form.”

The idea that the universe may be a simulation, popularised by some scientists, is also believed by Kim.

“Some scientists and philosophers believe that our world could be a simulation created by a higher-dimensional being, which I believe.”

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