Disney and Pixar have another blockbuster on their hands. Toy Story 5 has officially crossed the $1 billion mark at the global box office, making it the highest-grossing movie of 2026 so far.

The animated sequel earned $448 million in North America and $573 million internationally, pushing its worldwide total past $1.02 billion. The milestone places Toy Story 5 ahead of other billion-dollar hits this year and reinforces the enduring popularity of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the beloved franchise.

Can any upcoming release challenge Pixar's latest box-office juggernaut? Watch the full report for the latest numbers and Hollywood's biggest winners of the year.

Toy Story 5 crosses $1 Billion worldwide, becomes 2026's highest-grossing film

India's Kerala Reports 5th Death From Brain Fever, 11 People Undergoing Treatment for Disease | WION

A 56-year-old woman from Malappuram district died Monday due to Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM), a rare brain infection, at Kozhikode Medical College Hospital. She was admitted last week and had been in critical condition. This is the fifth death in Kerala due to PAM since August 14, highlighting the severity of the infection in the state. PAM is caused by Naegleria fowleri, a brain-eating amoeba found in warm freshwater, and has a mortality rate of over 95%. The infection typically affects young, active people and can progress rapidly, often proving fatal within days.



India's Kerala Reports 5th Death From Brain Fever, 11 People Undergoing Treatment for Disease

From F-15 fighter jets to golden oil drops from hair flipping dancers to multi-billion AI deals. From gifting jets to shaking hands with all force. Trump's Gulf Polifest wasn't just diplomacy It was a power parade and billions of dollars masterclass in hard power soft charm and showstopping politics.

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The man responsible for the truck attack in New Orleans is reported to have constructed two bombs using a highly rare explosive compound. Senior law enforcement officials have stated that this compound has never been used in any previous terrorist attack in the U.S. or Europe. Watch in for more details!

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A powerful earthquake has hit the pacific nation of Vanuatu. It has brought down buildings in the capital Port Vila, including one used by foreign embassies. Authorities say at least one person has lost his life, while many are feared dead...Watch in for more details!



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A powerful earthquake has hit the pacific nation of Vanuatu. It has brought down buildings in the capital Port Vila, including one used by foreign embassies. Authorities say at least one person has lost his life, while many are feared dead...Watch in for more details!

Have you ever wondered about the secret to eternal youth? Well, it turns out that spending less time on screens can help. Excessive screen time, from smartphones, tablets, computers, and TVs, can lead to 'digital ageing' and harm your skin due to the blue light emitted. It's important to be mindful of the time spent in front of screens for a healthier ageing process.

Digital Ageing: Blue Light From Screens is Accelerating Skin Ageing

The Labour Party in the UK, under the leadership of Keir Starmer, has achieved a landslide victory against the Conservative Party led by Rishi Sunak.&nbsp;

In the 2024 general elections, a total of 107 British-Indian candidates contested for the 680 seats in the House of Commons. In the previous tenure, there were a total of 15 Indian-origin MPs. This number is expected to rise in the current term.&nbsp;

The Labour Party is making constant efforts to rebuild its relationship with the Indian community. They have given more tickets to Indian-origin candidates, in an attempt to expand their reach. The Labour Party plans to adjust its foreign policy to address the issue of British-Indians.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-election-2024-labour-party-origin-vision-and-more-738116">UK Election 2024: Labour Party origin, vision and more</a>

These are a few British Indian candidates who have secured a win in the current tenure:&nbsp;

Rishi Sunak&nbsp; 
The former prime minister of Britain, Rishi Sunak has retained his seat in Richmond and Northallerton. However, Mr Sunak's Conservative Party conceded defeat during the 2024 UK general elections. "The Labour Party has won this general election. The British people have delivered a sobering verdict tonight, there is much to learn and reflect on." Rishi Sunak said.&nbsp;

Kanishka Narayan&nbsp; 
Kanishka Narayan became Wales' first MP from a minority ethnic background after defeating Alun Cairns. Narayan studied at Oxford, followed by Stanford before he became a civil servant.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;UK Elections 2024: Keir Starmer’s Labour heads for big win, election exit poll says

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Shivani Raja&nbsp; 
Shivani Raja has won the seat from Leicester East. She was born in Leicester and graduated from De Montfort University (DMU).&nbsp;

Gagan Mohindra&nbsp; 
Gagan Mohindra belongs to a Hindu-Punjabi family. He has been re-elected from South West Hertfordshire. Mohindra is from the Conservative party and secured 16,458 votes in total.&nbsp;

Suella Braverman&nbsp; 
Suella Braverman is a British-Indian and has secured a seat in the House of Commons from Fareham and Waterlooville.&nbsp;

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-keir-starmer-start-from-where-rishi-sunak-left-what-a-labour-pm-means-for-india-uk-ties-738186">Will Keir Starmer start from where Rishi Sunak left? What a Labour PM means for India-UK ties</a>

Navendu Mishra&nbsp; 
Navendu Mishra is a member of the Labour Party and has secured a seat in the parliament. He was elected as a member of the parliament from&nbsp;Stockport during the 2019 general elections as well.&nbsp;

Satvir Kaur&nbsp; 
A member of the Labour Party, Satvir Kaur is a British Indian. She has won&nbsp;from the Southhampton Test constituency with a margin of 15,945 votes.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The Labour Party in the UK, under the leadership of Keir Starmer, has achieved a landslide victory against the Conservative Party led by Rishi Sunak. In the 2024 general elections, a total of 107 British-Indian candidates contested for the 680 seats in the House of Commons.

The Labour Party in the UK, under the leadership of Keir Starmer, has achieved a landslide victory against the Conservative Party led by Rishi Sunak. In the 2024 general elections, a total of 107 British-Indian candidates contested for the 680 seats in the House of Commons. In the previous tenure, there were a total of 15 Indian-origin MPs. This number is expected to rise in the current term. The Labour Party is making constant efforts to rebuild its relationship with the Indian community. They have given more tickets to Indian-origin candidates, in an attempt to expand their reach. The Labour Party plans to adjust its foreign policy to address the issue of British-Indians. Also read | UK Election 2024: Labour Party origin, vision and more These are a few British Indian candidates who have secured a win in the current tenure: Rishi Sunak The former prime minister of Britain, Rishi Sunak has retained his seat in Richmond and Northallerton. However, Mr Sunak's Conservative Party conceded defeat during the 2024 UK general elections. "The Labour Party has won this general election. The British people have delivered a sobering verdict tonight, there is much to learn and reflect on." Rishi Sunak said. Kanishka Narayan Kanishka Narayan became Wales' first MP from a minority ethnic background after defeating Alun Cairns. Narayan studied at Oxford, followed by Stanford before he became a civil servant. Watch | UK Elections 2024: Keir Starmer’s Labour heads for big win, election exit poll says Shivani Raja Shivani Raja has won the seat from Leicester East. She was born in Leicester and graduated from De Montfort University (DMU). Gagan Mohindra Gagan Mohindra belongs to a Hindu-Punjabi family. He has been re-elected from South West Hertfordshire. Mohindra is from the Conservative party and secured 16,458 votes in total. Suella Braverman Suella Braverman is a British-Indian and has secured a seat in the House of Commons from Fareham and Waterlooville. Also read | Will Keir Starmer start from where Rishi Sunak left? What a Labour PM means for India-UK ties Navendu Mishra Navendu Mishra is a member of the Labour Party and has secured a seat in the parliament. He was elected as a member of the parliament from Stockport during the 2019 general elections as well. Satvir Kaur A member of the Labour Party, Satvir Kaur is a British Indian. She has won from the Southhampton Test constituency with a margin of 15,945 votes. (With inputs from agencies)

UK Elections 2024: Indian-origin candidates who have secured a seat in the House

The cost of motorcycle permits has now surpassed the cost of a new, entry-level bike in Singapore. The cost of a 10-year motorcycle permit in the city-state hit a record of over $9000.

WION Business News | Singapore: Motorcycle permit prices at $9000

South Korean won fell below the psychological threshold of 1,300 per US dollar for the first time in 13 years amid global economic recession worries.

South Korean won falls the most for first time in 13 years

Won, the South Korean currency dropped to its lowest level in 13 years on Wednesday amid concerns about aggressive rate hikes in the US will cause damage the world's largest economy. That it will happen just when global growth is slow.

The won fell by 0.3 per cent to 1297.6 per dollar. This was the lowest since July 2009. The currency has been the worst performer in Asia with a loss of more than 8 per cent.

“It’s possible that purchases of the dollar may increase once the won crosses the 1,300 mark but FX authorities would also strengthen their response,” said Min Gyeong-won, an economist at Woori Bank in Seoul. Min was quoted by Bloomberg.

Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond President Thomas Barkin said on Tuesday that the US central bank should raise rates as fast as it can without causing undue harm to financial markets and thee economy.&nbsp;

In adddition to rate hike concerns, surging oil prices are also taking toll on the won. The surging prices are pushing up import costs. In April, South Korea posted its first current-account deficit in two years. The investor sentiment is also hurt by rising geopolitical risks. This is especially true given a series of missile launches this year by North Korea. As per Bloomberg tally, overseas investors have sold a net USD 4.2 billion of local shares this month.

Won, the South Korean currency dropped to its lowest level in 13 years on Wednesday amid concerns about aggressive rate hikes in the US will cause damage the world's largest economy.

Won, the South Korean currency dropped to its lowest level in 13 years on Wednesday amid concerns about aggressive rate hikes in the US will cause damage the world's largest economy. That it will happen just when global growth is slow. The won fell by 0.3 per cent to 1297.6 per dollar. This was the lowest since July 2009. The currency has been the worst performer in Asia with a loss of more than 8 per cent. “It’s possible that purchases of the dollar may increase once the won crosses the 1,300 mark but FX authorities would also strengthen their response,” said Min Gyeong-won, an economist at Woori Bank in Seoul. Min was quoted by Bloomberg. Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond President Thomas Barkin said on Tuesday that the US central bank should raise rates as fast as it can without causing undue harm to financial markets and thee economy. In adddition to rate hike concerns, surging oil prices are also taking toll on the won. The surging prices are pushing up import costs. In April, South Korea posted its first current-account deficit in two years. The investor sentiment is also hurt by rising geopolitical risks. This is especially true given a series of missile launches this year by North Korea. As per Bloomberg tally, overseas investors have sold a net USD 4.2 billion of local shares this month.

South Korean currency Won drops to 13-year low

America has a new hero, who is not afraid to take on China. Captain Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell returns for the sequel, sporting a bomber jacket that shows Taiwan's flag. Molly Gambhir tells you how this move could anger China.

WION Fineprint | 'Maverick' takes on China, sports jacket with Taiwan's flag

The world leaders have started arriving in New York for the upcoming UNGA session. The session will see key issues being discussed like the Taliban having taken over Afghanistan, the COVID-19 pandemic and also economic recovery. Pakistan FM Qureshi has also left for UNGA.

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As hospitals prepared to receive the vaccine, the U.S. on Saturday reported its 16 millionth coronavirus case, according to federal officials.

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Brazil removed from public view months of its COVID-19 data on June 7, as President Jair Bolsonaro defended delays and changes to official record-keeping of the world's second-largest coronavirus outbreak.

Bolsonaro accused of concealing COVID-19 toll: Removes COVID-19 data from govt website

Today the world is observing World Environment day and millions are posting on social media about saving the planet and this year's theme is "Time for Nature". Watch report.

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India-Australia virtual bilateral summit is officially underway and this is the first time that India is participating in the virtual summit. India and Australia have upgraded their bilateral ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership. Watch report.

WION Dispatch: India's first virtual bilateral summit | India-Australia summit

Iran Foreign Minister Javad Zarif in New Delhi lashed out at the United States and called the US leadership arrogant. WION brings you the compete highlight of Zarif's combative speech.

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Most&nbsp;Asian&nbsp;currencies&nbsp;firmed on Thursday, as a volatile&nbsp;dollar&nbsp;weakened broadly on&nbsp;mixed&nbsp;signals&nbsp;over the state of<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-china-trade-talks-to-resume-thursday-white-house-254346">&nbsp;trade&nbsp;talks between Washington and Beijing.</a>

Dampened sentiment following suggestions that the Chinese delegation might cut the ministerial-level talks short and leave Washington on Thursday were offset by a Bloomberg report that the United States is weighing a currency pact with China as part of a partial deal.

Traders also took note of a New York Times report that Washington will issue licenses allowing some US&nbsp;companies to supply non-sensitive goods to China's Huawei, as the&nbsp;dollar&nbsp;eased against a basket of major&nbsp;currencies.

"News of Huawei and the currency pact released together with the strong (yuan) fix, underscores the fact that PBoC (People's Bank Of China) is (ready) ...to give a strong guidance for the CNY as a potential pact with the US&nbsp;could be at hand," a Maybank note said.

US&nbsp;Federal Reserve meeting minutes released on Wednesday were largely in line with expectations and had little market impact.

The yuan&nbsp;strengthened 0.3 per cent&nbsp;and the Singapore&nbsp;dollar&nbsp;firmed 0.2per cent.

The Philippine peso&nbsp;firmed marginally. Data showed that August exports rose 0.6 per cent, while imports slumped 11.8 per cent, narrowing the country's August deficit.

Taiwan's financial markets were closed for a holiday.

The Korean won&nbsp;bucked the trend to slip 0.3 per cent&nbsp;ahead of talks with Japan on Friday over tighter export controls from Tokyo. The talks are part of a dispute settlement process through the World&nbsp;Trade&nbsp;Organisation.

The won is the worst performer among&nbsp;Asian&nbsp;currencies&nbsp;this year.

The prolonged Sino-US&nbsp;trade&nbsp;conflict and the dispute with Japan has dealt a huge blow to South Korea's&nbsp;trade-reliant economy. In September, exports slumped 11.7 per cent, shrinking for the 10th consecutive month.

Most Asian currencies firmed on Thursday, as a volatile dollar weakened broadly on mixed signals over the state of trade talks between Washington and Beijing. Dampened sentiment following suggestions that the Chinese delegation might cut the ministerial-level talks short and leave Washington on Thursday were offset by a Bloomberg report that the United States is weighing a currency pact with China as part of a partial deal.

Most Asian currencies firmed on Thursday, as a volatile dollar weakened broadly on mixed signals over the state of trade talks between Washington and Beijing. Dampened sentiment following suggestions that the Chinese delegation might cut the ministerial-level talks short and leave Washington on Thursday were offset by a Bloomberg report that the United States is weighing a currency pact with China as part of a partial deal. Traders also took note of a New York Times report that Washington will issue licenses allowing some US companies to supply non-sensitive goods to China's Huawei, as the dollar eased against a basket of major currencies. "News of Huawei and the currency pact released together with the strong (yuan) fix, underscores the fact that PBoC (People's Bank Of China) is (ready) ...to give a strong guidance for the CNY as a potential pact with the US could be at hand," a Maybank note said. US Federal Reserve meeting minutes released on Wednesday were largely in line with expectations and had little market impact. The yuan strengthened 0.3 per cent and the Singapore dollar firmed 0.2per cent. The Philippine peso firmed marginally. Data showed that August exports rose 0.6 per cent, while imports slumped 11.8 per cent, narrowing the country's August deficit. Taiwan's financial markets were closed for a holiday. The Korean won bucked the trend to slip 0.3 per cent ahead of talks with Japan on Friday over tighter export controls from Tokyo. The talks are part of a dispute settlement process through the World Trade Organisation. The won is the worst performer among Asian currencies this year. The prolonged Sino-US trade conflict and the dispute with Japan has dealt a huge blow to South Korea's trade-reliant economy. In September, exports slumped 11.7 per cent, shrinking for the 10th consecutive month.

Most Asian currencies rise as dollar slips; trade signals mixed

A 30-year-old man has been ordered to vacate his family home by a judge after his parents sued to get him out of their upstate New York house.

Mark and Christina Rotondo filed suit against their adult son, Michael, for refusing to vacate their home earlier this year. The younger Mr Rotondo has lived with his parents for the last eight years rent-free and maintains that he is owed six months to find somewhere to live.

Acting as his own lawyer, Michael Rotondo filed a motion to get his parents’ case tossed by claiming they were legally required to give him six months to get out.

In a court appearance on Tuesday – where the self-employed millennial represented himself – a judge disagreed. State Supreme Court Justice Donald Greenwood issued an eviction order and told adult protective services to investigate the situation, according to news portals.

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Michael Rotondo, who reportedly moved back home eight years ago, issued with eviction order after he thwarted parents’ efforts

A 30-year-old man has been ordered to vacate his family home by a judge after his parents sued to get him out of their upstate New York house. Mark and Christina Rotondo filed suit against their adult son, Michael, for refusing to vacate their home earlier this year. The younger Mr Rotondo has lived with his parents for the last eight years rent-free and maintains that he is owed six months to find somewhere to live. Acting as his own lawyer, Michael Rotondo filed a motion to get his parents’ case tossed by claiming they were legally required to give him six months to get out. In a court appearance on Tuesday – where the self-employed millennial represented himself – a judge disagreed. State Supreme Court Justice Donald Greenwood issued an eviction order and told adult protective services to investigate the situation, according to news portals. State Supreme Court Judge Donald Greenwood tells 30 year old Michael Rotundo that he must leave his parents Camillus home. pic.twitter.com/EWmmw2aYGB — Brandon Roth (@BrandonRothCNY) May 22, 2018 ×

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Traders bought the yen and dumped the South Korean won today as financial markets were jolted by news that North Korea conducted another nuclear test, reigniting geopolitical tensions. 
 
Pyongyang later said the test had confirmed that it could mount a nuclear warhead on a rocket, hours after it carried out its fifth atomic explosion. 
 
The news aggravated geopolitical tensions in the region as world powers including China struggle to rein in the country&#39;s erratic behaviour. 
 
In response, investors bought the Japanese yen, which is widely seen as a safe investment in times of turmoil and uncertainty.&nbsp; 
 
In Tokyo afternoon trading, the dollar weakened to 102.09 yen from 102.48 yen in New York, while the euro slipped to 115.15 yen from 115.40 yen. 
 
The won&nbsp;took a hit, sinking about 0.7 per cent against the greenback on the news, while Seoul&#39;s KOSPI share index dropped more than one percent. 
 
&quot;We can probably say that the market is reacting a little to signs North Korea conducted a nuclear test,&quot; Soichiro Monji, general manager for the economic research department at Daiwa SB Investments, told Bloomberg News. 
 
&quot;We&#39;re not seeing a huge amount of trading on this news, but it does contribute to a slight risk-off mood. The yen is strengthening, and shares aren&#39;t managing to rise.&quot; 
 
In other trading, the euro rose to $1.1279 from $1.1261, after the European Central Bank on Thursday left its stimulus policies unchanged. 
 
Markets have been focused on central bank policy measures with hopes fading for a September US rate hike and as the Bank of Japan meets later this month. 
 
&quot;In order for the dollar to bounce back, rate-hike expectations have to heighten,&quot; said Yasuhiro Kaizaki, vice president for global markets at Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank in New York.&nbsp; 
 
&quot;The market will need fresh factors and that may not come until retail sales next week.&quot; 
 
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Investors started buying the Yen, seen as a safe investment in times of uncertainty, after North Korea's 5th nuclear test today

Traders bought the yen and dumped the South Korean won today as financial markets were jolted by news that North Korea conducted another nuclear test, reigniting geopolitical tensions. Pyongyang later said the test had confirmed that it could mount a nuclear warhead on a rocket, hours after it carried out its fifth atomic explosion. The news aggravated geopolitical tensions in the region as world powers including China struggle to rein in the country's erratic behaviour. In response, investors bought the Japanese yen, which is widely seen as a safe investment in times of turmoil and uncertainty. In Tokyo afternoon trading, the dollar weakened to 102.09 yen from 102.48 yen in New York, while the euro slipped to 115.15 yen from 115.40 yen. The won took a hit, sinking about 0.7 per cent against the greenback on the news, while Seoul's KOSPI share index dropped more than one percent. "We can probably say that the market is reacting a little to signs North Korea conducted a nuclear test," Soichiro Monji, general manager for the economic research department at Daiwa SB Investments, told Bloomberg News. "We're not seeing a huge amount of trading on this news, but it does contribute to a slight risk-off mood. The yen is strengthening, and shares aren't managing to rise." In other trading, the euro rose to $1.1279 from $1.1261, after the European Central Bank on Thursday left its stimulus policies unchanged. Markets have been focused on central bank policy measures with hopes fading for a September US rate hike and as the Bank of Japan meets later this month. "In order for the dollar to bounce back, rate-hike expectations have to heighten," said Yasuhiro Kaizaki, vice president for global markets at Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank in New York. "The market will need fresh factors and that may not come until retail sales next week." (AFP)

Yen up, won hit as North Korea atomic test jolts markets

Former Ferrari driver Chris Amon, often described as one of the best in Formula One never to have won a race, has died at the age of 73 after a battle with cancer, family of the New Zealand motorsport great said today. 
 
Amon was part of a well-known trio of New Zealand drivers competing in Formula One in the 1960s and early 70s alongside Bruce McLaren and Denny Hulme, who both enjoyed more successful careers in the sport&#39;s premier series. 
 
Bad luck was often cited as the key reason for his lack of Formula One victories, with former world champion Mario Andretti once famously saying: &quot;If he became an undertaker, people would stop dying.&quot; 
 
Like McLaren, with whom he won the Le Mans 24-hour endurance race in a Ford GT40 50 years ago, he founded his own team but Chris Amon Racing failed to achieve much success. 
 
&quot;Chris battled cancer in recent years but retained not only a close interest in Formula One and his very wide range of favourite topics, but also his wonderful sense of humour complete with infectious chuckle,&quot; Amon&#39;s family said in a statement. 
 
McLaren chairman Ron Dennis praised Amon as he paid tribute to the driver. 
 
&quot;It was with profound sadness that I heard the news this morning that Chris Amon had passed away,&quot; Dennis said in a statement. 
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&quot;He nearly won a fair few, but always it seemed that his luck would run out before he saw the chequered flag,&quot; Dennis recalled, terming Amon as &quot;one of the fastest racing drivers&quot;. 
 
Williams also paid tribute to Amon who finished on the podium 11 times, also driving for March and Matra among 13 teams in a career that spanned 14 seasons. 
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Amon was part of a well-known trio of New Zealand drivers competing in Formula One in the 1960s and early 70s

Former Ferrari driver Chris Amon, often described as one of the best in Formula One never to have won a race, has died at the age of 73 after a battle with cancer, family of the New Zealand motorsport great said today. Amon was part of a well-known trio of New Zealand drivers competing in Formula One in the 1960s and early 70s alongside Bruce McLaren and Denny Hulme, who both enjoyed more successful careers in the sport's premier series. Bad luck was often cited as the key reason for his lack of Formula One victories, with former world champion Mario Andretti once famously saying: "If he became an undertaker, people would stop dying." Like McLaren, with whom he won the Le Mans 24-hour endurance race in a Ford GT40 50 years ago, he founded his own team but Chris Amon Racing failed to achieve much success. "Chris battled cancer in recent years but retained not only a close interest in Formula One and his very wide range of favourite topics, but also his wonderful sense of humour complete with infectious chuckle," Amon's family said in a statement. McLaren chairman Ron Dennis praised Amon as he paid tribute to the driver. "It was with profound sadness that I heard the news this morning that Chris Amon had passed away," Dennis said in a statement. "He nearly won a fair few, but always it seemed that his luck would run out before he saw the chequered flag," Dennis recalled, terming Amon as "one of the fastest racing drivers". Williams also paid tribute to Amon who finished on the podium 11 times, also driving for March and Matra among 13 teams in a career that spanned 14 seasons. Chris Amon has died aged 73 Read about the life of 'the finest driver never to win a GP' >> https://t.co/Ykm0pFizo3 pic.twitter.com/jOSLuewKLu — Formula 1 (@F1) August 3, 2016 (Reuters)

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