Author: Grace Johnson
Grace Johnson
Grace Johnson is a freelance journalist from the USA with over 15 years of experience reporting on Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Communication and Journalism from the University of Miami. Throughout her career, she has contributed to major outlets including The Miami Herald, CNN, and USA Today. Known for her clear and engaging reporting, Grace delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
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…
A sweeping immigration raid at a Hyundai plant in Georgia will delay its launch by at least two months. The company confirmed the setback after hundreds of foreign workers were taken into custody. raid fuels diplomatic fallout The raid has strained relations between the United States and South Korea. A large share of the detained workers came from South Korea. President Yoon warned the incident could deter foreign companies from investing in the United States. South Korean officials explained that many workers were sent temporarily to help start operations at the new plant. Hyundai chief executive José Muñoz told American…
US pharmaceutical giant Merck has cancelled plans for a £1bn expansion in Britain. The company said the government is not providing enough support for the life sciences sector. The multinational, known in Europe as MSD, will relocate research to the US and cut jobs in the UK. Company leaders accused successive governments of undervaluing innovative medicines and vaccines. Industry experts warned the decision could discourage other global drug makers from investing in Britain. Government defends record but admits more to do A government spokesperson defended current research spending but admitted further efforts are needed. Officials pointed to recent programmes but…
Donald Trump is pressing the European Union to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on China and India. He wants to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin and bring the war in Ukraine to an end. Trump demands firmer action against Russia The US president voiced his demand during a meeting with EU officials on Tuesday. Both sides reviewed options to further damage Russia’s economy. According to a source, Trump insisted on maximum tariffs targeting China and India. He had pledged to stop the conflict on the “first day” of his presidency. Yet negotiations between Moscow and Kyiv…
The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection by Marriott, owned by MHV- Mediterranean Hospitality Venture, has announced a prestigious partnership with Sole Lifestyle & Spa. The collaboration will bring exclusive wellness and spa experiences to the hotel, marking a new chapter in its history and reinforcing its role as a central hub of the capital’s social and cultural life. Sole Lifestyle & Spa is a renowned niche spa brand that first gained recognition with its Limassol location. Known for its high-quality services, attention to detail, and personalized care, the spa has attracted both international visitors and local patrons seeking luxury wellness experiences.…
Production standstill continues Jaguar Land Rover will keep its UK factories closed until at least Wednesday. The company is still battling the fallout from a cyber attack that started more than a week ago. The plants in Halewood, Solihull and Wolverhampton remain closed. Facilities in Slovakia, China and India are also affected. Production staff have been ordered to stay home. On 31 August the firm shut down its IT systems to protect them from further damage. That move caused major disruption. Struggling to restore operations Jaguar Land Rover says teams are working around the clock to restart systems safely. External…
Microsoft confirmed that its Azure cloud platform suffered disruptions after cables in the Red Sea were cut. The company said users experienced delays because internet traffic slowed in the Middle East. Microsoft finds alternative routes Microsoft did not state what caused the cable damage but confirmed traffic was redirected through other routes. It stressed that regions outside the Middle East were not affected. Reports over the weekend suggested that connections in the United Arab Emirates and parts of Asia also suffered. Cables on seabed carry the world’s data Undersea cables transmit global data and act as the internet’s backbone. On…
Ludrick Cooper, an eighth-grade teacher in South Carolina, once resisted artificial intelligence in class. He later changed his mind. “This is the new encyclopedia,” Cooper said, recalling his childhood love of reading reference books. He now joins many teachers who weave AI into lesson plans. This shows how rapidly AI tools gain ground in schools, even as benefits and risks remain uncertain. A study by the Walton Family Foundation and Gallup found six in ten teachers used AI tools during the 2024-2025 school year. On Tuesday, First Lady Melania Trump unveiled the Presidential AI Challenge. The program encourages students from…
Elon Musk, already the richest person in the world, could soon reach trillionaire status. Tesla’s board unveiled a colossal new pay deal for its chief executive. The plan aims to keep him focused on the carmaker as it faces fierce competition and financial headwinds. The package offers Musk enormous stock rewards if Tesla’s market value rises far beyond its current level. His last agreement drew skepticism but Tesla eventually met the ambitious targets it set. Musk’s road to a trillion The new deal could grant Musk 423.7 million Tesla shares. At current prices, that equals $143.5 billion. But he will…
Jaguar Land Rover has told staff to remain at home until Tuesday while it handles the impact of a cyber attack. The weekend breach forced the automaker to switch off crucial IT systems. That step disrupted both car sales and production. Plants in Halewood, Solihull, and Wolverhampton are idle. Managers warn the shutdown could last longer as the review continues. production and sales take a hit Car sales have been badly affected, though some deals still went through, according to people close to the matter. Jaguar Land Rover, owned by India’s Tata Motors, turned off systems on Sunday to contain…