Author: Grace Johnson

Carlos Alcaraz won a thrilling Australian Open final and became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam. He stopped Novak Djokovic’s latest bid for a record-breaking 25th major title in Melbourne. Alcaraz, 22, collapsed on the court in celebration after sealing a 2-6 6-2 6-3 7-5 victory. The Spaniard absorbed the moment as the Rod Laver Arena crowd roared its approval. Respect at the net after historic final Djokovic showed sportsmanship despite clear disappointment after the defeat. He climbed over the net and hugged Alcaraz warmly as history unfolded. The Serbian great also recognised that future chances may…

Donald Trump warned that it was “very dangerous” for the UK to do business with China as Sir Keir Starmer arrived in Shanghai. The prime minister reached the city on the third day of his official visit. Trump reacted to new agreements designed to boost trade and investment between Britain and China. Officials announced those deals after Sir Keir met President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Trump spoke while attending the premiere of a documentary about his wife, Melania, on Thursday. He described Xi as a friend and said he knew the Chinese leader very well. He offered no further detail…

TikTok has completed a deal that allows the popular short-video app to keep operating in the United States. The company announced the agreement on Thursday. The move ends years of political pressure and uncertainty around the platform’s future in the country. The agreement follows a long dispute between Washington and Beijing that started during Donald Trump’s first term. At that time, Trump attempted to ban the app over national security concerns but failed. US law planned a ban for January 2025 unless TikTok’s Chinese owner, ByteDance, sold its American operations. Trump repeatedly delayed enforcement of that legislation after returning to…

Blue Origin, the rocket company owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, announced plans for a vast satellite communications network. The company said it will launch more than 5,400 satellites into orbit. The project aims to create a new global system for continuous internet connectivity. Blue Origin positioned the plan as a direct challenge to existing satellite internet providers. TeraWave Targets Faster Global Data Links Blue Origin named the new satellite network TeraWave. The company said the system will deliver continuous internet access worldwide. It will also move large volumes of data much faster than rival satellite services. Despite the scale…

Snapchat owner Snap has settled a social media addiction lawsuit just days before a landmark trial. The case was scheduled to begin in Los Angeles. Lawyers disclosed the settlement during a California Superior Court hearing. The company later said all sides resolved the dispute amicably. The agreement’s terms remain confidential. Other Tech Giants Still Face Trial Other defendants include Meta, which owns Instagram, TikTok owner ByteDance, and Google parent Alphabet. None of these companies have reached settlements. The lawsuit was filed by a 19-year-old woman identified as K.G.M. She claimed platform algorithms caused addiction and harmed her mental health. Because…

Donald Trump has vowed to fully impose tariffs on European countries opposing his demand over Greenland. He said he would “100%” follow through on the threat. European allies quickly rallied behind Greenland’s sovereignty. Denmark stressed that the US president cannot coerce ownership of the territory. Denmark’s foreign minister rejected any pressure tactics from Washington. He said Greenland’s status remains non-negotiable. He described the territory as a semi-autonomous part of the Danish kingdom. European leaders echoed that stance in public statements. Allies Reject Pressure on Greenland UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper repeated Britain’s long-standing position. She said only Greenlanders and Denmark…

Last year, many people went protein-mad to boost strength and fitness. Over recent months, fibre has taken centre stage online. Fibre remains something most people still fail to eat daily. Posts using #fibremaxxing and #fibermaxxing have passed 150 million views on TikTok. Videos show chia seeds landing on porridge. Nutritionists praise kidney beans and chickpeas across social feeds. The NHS advises adults to eat 30g of fibre daily. In the UK, 96% of adults miss that target. Average intake sits near 16.4g per day. Women consume less fibre than men. Many nutritionists welcome the sudden attention on fibre. They say…

A record-setting luxury home has sold in Naples, Florida, after a major $2 billion investment deal. The waterfront property, valued at $55 million, reflects growing interest in high-end real estate. Experts say the sale signals strong demand for exclusive properties in prime locations. Waterfront homes with premium features are attracting wealthy buyers who seek both luxury and investment potential. The Naples property includes extensive amenities, modern architecture, and prime access to the coast. Analysts note that homes at this price level often move quickly when buyers recognize their long-term value. The recent $2 billion deal that preceded the sale has helped drive confidence…

Google has appealed a landmark antitrust ruling by a US district judge over its search business. The court found that the company illegally maintained a monopoly in online search markets. Google said users choose its services freely rather than through coercion. Lee-Anne Mulholland, vice president for regulatory affairs, defended the company’s position after the August 2024 ruling. She said the court misunderstood why people rely on Google’s products. Company says ruling ignores innovation and competition Google announced the appeal on Friday and criticised Judge Amit Mehta’s decision. The company argued that the ruling failed to reflect fast technological change. It…

India’s aviation watchdog launched an investigation after an Air India aircraft suffered an engine incident at Delhi airport. The aircraft was taxiing when its engine pulled in a cargo container. No injuries were reported among passengers or crew. The incident caused damage to the aircraft’s engine. Air India grounded the plane for inspection and repairs. Flight returned after airspace closure The Airbus A350 was flying to New York before it returned to Delhi shortly after take-off. Iran temporarily closed its airspace and forced airlines to reroute flights. The aircraft landed safely at Delhi airport earlier on Thursday. After landing, it…