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The 10 Fastest Sports Cars in the World (2025): Definitive Top-Speed Ranking

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What counts as the “fastest car in the world” changes every time a manufacturer or privateer braves a runway, proves a new tire compound, or bolts on a longer tail. For 2025, the top-speed leaderboard has shifted again—most dramatically because an all-electric hypercar just eclipsed Bugatti’s long-standing 300-mph milestone. To keep things fair (and useful), this ranking follows a clear rule: we order cars by the highest verified top speed a production-intent, road-legal model (or its record-spec variant) has achieved on a recognized test venue or public road, measured by independent timing equipment where available.   Where a run was one-way (not an average of opposite directions) or used a prototype/record configuration, we say so explicitly. Claimed/simulated speeds don’t count toward rank, but we mention them for context.   1) Yangwang U9 Xtreme (U9X) — 308.4 mph (496.22 km/h) In September 2025 at Germany’s ATP Papenburg, BYD’s luxury sub-brand Yangwang ran the U9 Xtrem...

A Proven Strategy for Time Management: Practical Tips for Taking Control of Your Day

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  Introduction Time is the one resource that every human being has in equal measure—24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Unlike money, skills, or possessions, we cannot borrow, store, or buy more time. Yet, the way people manage their time makes the difference between progress and stagnation, stress and balance, success and mediocrity. In an era dominated by distractions—emails, social media, endless notifications, and the pressure of multitasking—mastering time management is no longer optional; it’s essential. Effective time management doesn’t just mean cramming more tasks into your day. Instead, it’s about working smarter, not harder —maximizing productivity, reducing wasted effort, and leaving room for the activities that truly matter. This article by   Brian Chapman Portadown ,  explores a proven strategy for time management , combining timeless principles with practical techniques. We’ll break it down into clear steps and provide actionable tips you can implement right a...