Author: Grace Johnson

It took Rúben Amorim 11 months and 35 matches to find his defining moment. The Portuguese coach had once admitted his team might be “the worst Manchester United side in history.” He faced doubts about his future, constant scrutiny, and needed Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s public backing to silence growing speculation. Then came Anfield — the fiercest of stages. Against their biggest rivals, United finally looked alive again. United fight, suffer and finally conquer This was no opportunistic smash-and-grab like the win at Manchester City last December. Amorim’s team started with intensity and belief. Bryan Mbeumo scored early, setting the tone.…

When Kerry Dunstan and his partner went car shopping this summer, one question mattered above all: “How’s the battery?” They soon found a 2021 Nissan Leaf with 29,000 miles on the clock. The dealer said its state of health (SOH) was still 93%. That was enough to convince them. For £12,500, they drove away with a roomy and reliable electric car. Dunstan, a cabinetmaker who also owns a high-end electric Volvo SUV, admits he hasn’t fallen for the Leaf. “I like sporty, sharp cars – and this one’s a bit flat,” he says. Still, he’s happy. “It’s done exactly what…

Lamborghini’s boss says the brand’s soul still beats to the sound of petrol power. The Italian supercar maker plans to keep combustion engines alive for at least another decade before fully committing to electric mobility. Turning away from a silent future At Lamborghini’s London showroom, CEO Stephan Winkelmann said interest in electric cars is slowing. He believes this shift gives Lamborghini the chance to focus more on hybrids that blend emotion and performance. The company will decide within weeks whether its long-awaited grand tourer, the Lanzador, will launch as a fully electric car or a plug-in hybrid. Winkelmann said Lamborghini…

A surprise phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday has disrupted Kyiv’s strategy just as President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Washington. The two leaders agreed to meet soon to discuss the war in Ukraine—a move that blindsided Ukrainian officials and changed the tone of Zelensky’s high-stakes visit. The call came amid one of Russia’s most intense assaults in weeks. In the past 24 hours, Moscow launched dozens of missiles and more than 300 drones across Ukraine. Once again, civilian infrastructure bore the brunt. Gas facilities were damaged, and power outages spread as the…

President Donald Trump said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had pledged to reduce India’s purchases of Russian oil. The announcement came as Washington stepped up efforts to restrict Moscow’s energy revenues and pressure the Kremlin over the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters that Modi assured him India would halt Russian oil imports “within a short period of time.” He described the pledge as “a big stop.” US increases pressure on India The US president has used India’s energy ties with Russia as leverage in trade negotiations. So far, New Delhi has resisted, arguing that its energy policies protect domestic…

Brandon Stanton, the creator of the popular photo series “Humans of New York,” is sharing a new project that celebrates his love for New York City. The initiative focuses on uplifting stories from everyday city life, offering readers a fresh and inspiring look at urban living. The project combines photography and storytelling to capture the essence of New York’s residents. Stanton’s approach is simple but powerful: each photo is paired with a short narrative that highlights individual experiences. The result is a collection of authentic human stories that show both the challenges and joys of life in the city. For…

The United States has seized more than $14 billion in bitcoin and charged Cambodian businessman Chen Zhi, founder of the Prince Group, for allegedly running one of the largest cryptocurrency fraud networks in the world. The joint US-UK operation uncovered a sprawling criminal empire built on deception, forced labour, and international money laundering. Cambodian Businessman Accused of Leading Global Scam Chen Zhi, a dual citizen of Cambodia and the UK, was charged in New York with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. Both the US and UK have sanctioned his companies and frozen his assets. UK authorities confirmed…

China’s export growth has surpassed expectations, highlighting the country’s resilience in global trade. Recent data shows that exports increased more than analysts had predicted, signaling robust demand for Chinese goods worldwide. Despite ongoing trade tensions with key partners, China has managed to maintain strong export performance. This growth reflects the country’s ability to adapt to global market changes and navigate economic challenges effectively. Officials point out that a combination of competitive pricing, diversified markets, and innovation in manufacturing has contributed to the positive results. These factors have helped Chinese exporters meet international demand even amid economic uncertainties. Key sectors driving…

Virudhunagar, a calm town in southeastern India, is known for temples that have stood for thousands of years. Yet behind those ancient walls, a new revolution is taking shape. Locals are training artificial intelligence systems that power global technology. Where old traditions meet new innovation Mohan Kumar spends his days teaching machines to think. “I work in AI annotation. I collect and label data to train AI models so they can recognize and predict objects. Over time, they learn to make decisions on their own,” he says. India has long been a global hub for outsourced technology services, with cities…

China has accused the United States of reigniting economic tensions after Donald Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Chinese goods. Beijing called the plan “a blatant act of double standards” and warned it may introduce countermeasures if Washington follows through. A spokesperson for China’s commerce ministry said the country “will not provoke a trade war but will never retreat from one.” Trump reignites tariff conflict with Beijing Trump’s anger flared after China tightened export controls on rare earth materials crucial to modern technologies. He accused Beijing of becoming “hostile” and trying to hold the world “captive.” The former…