Author: Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 10 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He earned his degree in Journalism from the University of Florida. Throughout his career, he has contributed to outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, and Reuters. Known for his clear reporting and in-depth analysis, Andrew delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and international developments.
A tiny spider believed extinct in the UK has been rediscovered on the Isle of Wight, delighting conservationists. The Aulonia albimana, now dubbed the white-knuckled wolf spider for its pale leg joints, was found at the National Trust’s Newtown nature reserve, an isolated site accessible only by boat. The species had not been seen since 1985. Entomologists Mark Telfer and Graeme Lyons made the discovery just minutes before their boat was due to leave. “To find a species thought lost for 40 years is thrilling,” Telfer said. Wolf spiders are agile ground hunters, though Aulonia albimana also spins a delicate…
Los Angeles FC star Son Heung-min has become Major League Soccer’s second-highest-paid player, earning $10.4m in base salary and $11.2m in total compensation, according to new figures. Son joined LAFC in August after more than a decade at Tottenham and quickly made an impact, scoring nine goals in 10 matches. Only Lionel Messi earns more — the Inter Miami forward makes $12m in salary and $20.4m total, including bonuses and marketing fees. Messi recently agreed to a new contract through 2028, while his new teammate Rodrigo De Paul will earn $1.5m in salary and $3.6m in total compensation. Other top…
New national climate plans from more than 60 countries would cut global carbon emissions by only 10% by 2035, about one-sixth of what’s needed to limit warming to 1.5C, the UN has warned. UN climate chief Simon Stiell said countries must act faster: “We have a serious need for more speed.” Major emitters including China and the EU have yet to submit updated targets, while the US plan under Joe Biden may be dropped if Donald Trump pulls out of the Paris agreement again. The findings come ahead of Cop30 in Brazil next month, where leaders will seek to close…
Juventus have dismissed head coach Igor Tudor following an eight-match winless run across all competitions, the club confirmed on Monday. “Juventus FC announces that it has today relieved Igor Tudor of his duties as coach of the men’s first team, along with his staff,” the Serie A side said in a statement, a day after their 1-0 defeat to Lazio. Reserve team coach Massimo Brambilla will take charge on an interim basis. Tudor, appointed in March to replace Thiago Motta, became Juventus’s first foreign manager since Didier Deschamps in 2006–07. A former Juve defender, he enjoyed a successful playing spell…
The US and China have reached a final deal to transfer ownership of TikTok’s US operations, treasury secretary Scott Bessent confirmed on Sunday. Speaking on CBS’s Face the Nation, Bessent said the agreement was completed in Madrid and will be officially sealed when Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet in South Korea later this week. The $14 billion deal gives US and international investors a 65% stake, while ByteDance and Chinese shareholders will hold under 20%. Oversight of the app’s algorithm will go to the new US-based board, which will control six of seven seats. Bessent said the sale is…
The Co-op has instructed staff to increase the promotion and visibility of vapes in its stores as part of a recovery effort following a costly cyber-attack that disrupted operations and slashed sales earlier this year. An internal document titled “Powering Up: Focus Sprint – Cigs, Tobacco and Vape”, seen by The Guardian, outlines the retailer’s plan to regain about £1m in lost weekly sales and win back customers who switched to other shops after the April hack. The report notes that the company has lost 100,000 transactions per week, with many shoppers forming “new habits” elsewhere for cigarettes, tobacco, and…
President Donald Trump is preparing for a high-stakes trip to Asia, where he hopes to secure several major agreements, including trade, critical mineral, and ceasefire deals. A key part of the trip will be his anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Officials said the trip reflects the U.S. commitment to strengthening economic and security ties in the region. Trump’s administration is focusing on agreements that could benefit both American businesses and regional stability. Trade negotiations are expected to be a top priority. The U.S. aims to expand exports, reduce barriers, and improve access to critical minerals needed for technology…
Experts are urging the UK government to introduce cigarette-style warning labels on bacon and ham, warning that chemicals used in their production can cause bowel cancer. The call comes 10 years after the World Health Organization (WHO) classified processed meat as carcinogenic to humans, in the same category as tobacco and asbestos. Despite this, scientists say the government has done “virtually nothing” to reduce public exposure to nitrites, which are used to cure and preserve meat and give it its pink colour. According to new analysis by the Coalition Against Nitrites, government inaction has led to an estimated 54,000 bowel…
The weight-loss drug semaglutide—the active ingredient in Wegovy—reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke even for people who lose little or no weight, according to a major international study published in The Lancet. Researchers from University College London (UCL) examined data from 17,604 adults aged 45 and over who were overweight or obese. Participants received either weekly semaglutide injections or a placebo across 41 countries. Results showed a 20% reduction in serious heart events, such as heart attacks, strokes, or deaths from heart disease, regardless of how much weight was lost. The study found that smaller waistlines, rather than…
A major UK study has found that different antidepressants can produce strikingly different side effects, including weight changes, heart rate fluctuations, and variations in blood pressure. Researchers from King’s College London and the University of Oxford analysed data from 151 clinical trials involving more than 58,000 people taking 30 types of antidepressants. They discovered that some medications could cause up to 2kg of weight gain within two months, while others were linked to similar levels of weight loss. For example, patients on maprotiline gained about 2kg on average, while those taking agomelatine lost around 2.5kg. Nearly half of patients on…