Author: Grace Johnson

Trump outlines his demand US President Donald Trump declared he is ready to impose tougher sanctions on Russia. But he insisted Nato nations must first stop buying Russian oil. On his Truth Social platform, he wrote he was “ready for major sanctions on Russia” once Nato states had “agreed and started to do the same.” Trump has repeatedly threatened stronger action against Moscow. Yet he has not acted when the Kremlin ignored his warnings. He called the purchase of Russian oil “shocking.” He also suggested Nato impose tariffs of 50 to 100 percent on China. He argued that would weaken…

Seven firms under scrutiny Seven technology firms face a US investigation into how their artificial intelligence chatbots interact with children. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) demands details about safety measures and how the companies make money from these tools. The debate on children and AI grows louder. Many experts warn that young people remain highly vulnerable. Chatbots can mimic emotions and act like friends, blurring the line between real and artificial companionship. The inquiry targets Alphabet, OpenAI, Character.ai, Snap, XAI, Meta and Instagram. Each company has been asked to respond. FTC wants answers FTC chairman Andrew Ferguson said the probe…

An unprecedented immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia will delay its opening by at least two months. The company confirmed the setback after hundreds of foreign workers were detained. raid sparks diplomatic fallout The raid has heightened tensions between Washington and Seoul. A large number of the detained workers were South Korean nationals. President Yoon warned the crackdown could discourage foreign investment in the United States. South Korean officials said the workers were sent on temporary assignments to help get the factory running. Hyundai chief executive José Muñoz told American outlets the raid will delay operations by two…

US pharmaceutical giant Merck has abandoned its planned £1bn UK expansion. The company said the government is failing to support the life sciences sector. The multinational, known in Europe as MSD, will relocate research to the US and cut jobs in Britain. Executives accused successive governments of undervaluing innovative medicines and vaccines. Industry experts warned the decision could trigger more companies to withdraw investment from the UK. Government insists progress but concedes limits A government spokesperson defended spending on science and research but admitted more needs to be done. Officials pointed to new initiatives but acknowledged growing global competition. Pharmaceutical…

Donald Trump is urging the European Union to introduce tariffs of up to 100 percent on China and India. He wants to step up pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin and push toward ending the war in Ukraine. Trump demands tougher line on Russia The US president made his demand during a meeting with EU officials on Tuesday. Both sides considered new ways to weaken Russia’s economy. According to a source, Trump pushed for the highest possible tariffs against China and India. He had promised to end the conflict on the “first day” of his presidency. But peace talks between…

UK plants remain shut Jaguar Land Rover will keep its British factories closed until at least Wednesday. The company is still facing disruption after a cyber attack that hit more than a week ago. Production is halted at Halewood, Solihull and Wolverhampton. Sites in Slovakia, China and India are also offline. Workers from the production lines have been told to stay at home. On 31 August the company switched off its IT systems to prevent further harm. That action created serious disruption. Push to restart operations Jaguar Land Rover says teams are working around the clock to restore systems safely.…

Microsoft confirmed that its Azure cloud platform suffered disruptions after several undersea cables in the Red Sea were cut. The company said users faced slower connections as internet traffic through the Middle East was delayed. Microsoft redirects internet traffic Microsoft did not disclose what caused the cable damage but said traffic was rerouted through alternative routes. It stressed that services outside the Middle East continued without issues. Reports over the weekend suggested the disruption also reached the United Arab Emirates and parts of Asia. Seabed cables form the internet backbone Cables on the ocean floor carry global data and are…

Ludrick Cooper, an eighth-grade teacher in South Carolina, once doubted artificial intelligence in his classroom. Over time, he changed his mind. “This is the new encyclopedia,” Cooper said, remembering his childhood passion for reading reference books. Cooper is now among the many teachers weaving AI into their lessons. The rapid adoption highlights how quickly the technology spreads in schools, even as questions about risks remain. A Walton Family Foundation and Gallup survey revealed that six in ten teachers used AI tools during the 2024-2025 school year. On Tuesday, First Lady Melania Trump announced the Presidential AI Challenge, encouraging students from…

Elon Musk, already the wealthiest man alive, could become the first trillionaire. Tesla’s board has revealed a groundbreaking new compensation package aimed at keeping his focus on the carmaker as it navigates rising competition and slowing sales. The plan offers Musk massive stock rewards if Tesla achieves market valuations never seen before. His earlier compensation plan was once doubted, yet Tesla managed to hit those goals quickly. Musk’s trillion-dollar challenge Under the deal, Musk could receive 423.7 million Tesla shares, worth $143.5 billion today. But the reward only comes if Tesla grows far beyond its current value. To secure the…

Jaguar Land Rover has told employees to remain at home until Tuesday as it deals with the aftermath of a cyber attack. The breach forced the automaker to shut down vital IT systems over the weekend. That step disrupted both production and sales. Factories in Halewood, Solihull, and Wolverhampton are closed. Managers warn the suspension could last longer while the review continues. sales and operations hit hard Car sales have suffered major disruption, though some transactions still went through, according to people familiar with the situation. Jaguar Land Rover, owned by India’s Tata Motors, shut down systems on Sunday to…