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.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced late Monday that it had resolved a massive outage that left thousands of websites and apps inaccessible for much of the day. More than 1,000 online platforms — including Snapchat and major banks like Lloyds and Halifax — were disrupted after technical issues struck Amazon’s US-based cloud network. Global outage tracker Downdetector reported over 11 million user complaints during the crisis. Experts warned that the incident exposed the risks of global dependence on a few powerful cloud computing providers. Internet breakdown exposes global dependence Professor Alan Woodward from the University of Surrey said the outage…
It took 11 months and 35 matches for this night to arrive. Rúben Amorim had once called his own side “maybe” the worst Manchester United team ever. His future looked uncertain, and doubts grew louder every week. Even minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe had to speak out recently to calm speculation about his job. At last, under the floodlights of Anfield, Amorim’s team delivered a victory that changed everything. A defining night at Anfield This was not a lucky break like the smash-and-grab win over Manchester City last December. This time, United played with control and courage. Bryan Mbeumo’s early…
When Kerry Dunstan and his partner went looking for an electric car this summer, one question guided their search: “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) stood at about 93%. That was enough to convince them. For £12,500, they bought an electric car with plenty of space for passengers and luggage. Dunstan, a cabinetmaker who also owns a sleek electric Volvo SUV, admits the Leaf doesn’t excite him. “I like sporty, jazzy cars – and it’s just a bit ‘meh’,” he says. Still,…
Lamborghini’s chief executive says the brand’s loyal drivers still crave the thrill, emotion, and sound of petrol engines. The Italian supercar maker plans to keep them for at least another decade. Hybrid power takes priority At Lamborghini’s London showroom, CEO Stephan Winkelmann said interest in electric cars is waning. He believes this creates an opening for the brand to focus on hybrid performance instead of going fully electric. Lamborghini will soon decide whether its long-awaited Lanzador will be a fully electric grand tourer or a plug-in hybrid. Winkelmann said the company remains socially responsible but added that, as a small…
A surprise phone conversation between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday threw Kyiv into confusion. The two leaders agreed to meet soon to discuss the war in Ukraine—a move that caught Ukraine’s leadership completely off guard. The timing couldn’t be worse. Within 24 hours, Russia had unleashed dozens of missiles and more than 300 drones across Ukraine. Civilian infrastructure took heavy damage, hitting gas pipelines just as cold weather sets in. Power outages now sweep the country as strikes cripple the energy grid. Moscow’s strikes mask growing weakness For Ukrainian officials, this new wave of…
President Donald Trump announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had promised to stop buying Russian oil. The statement came as Washington intensified its efforts to cut Moscow’s energy income and pressure the Kremlin over the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters he had received Modi’s personal assurance that India would end Russian oil purchases “within a short period of time.” He called the pledge “a big stop.” US increases diplomatic and trade pressure The US president has sought to use India’s Russian oil imports as a bargaining tool in broader trade negotiations. New Delhi has so far resisted pressure,…
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 a massive cryptocurrency scam network built on deception and forced labour. The joint US-UK operation is one of the largest financial crackdowns in recent history. Business Magnate Accused of Leading Global Crime Network Chen Zhi, who holds both Cambodian and British citizenship, was charged in New York with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. The US and UK governments have sanctioned his network and frozen his assets. British officials confirmed that 19 London…
Virudhunagar, a serene town in southeastern India, is better known for its ancient temples than for technology. Yet just beyond those sacred sites, locals are helping shape the future of artificial intelligence. From tradition to technology Mohan Kumar spends his working hours teaching machines to learn. “I work in AI annotation. I collect data, label it, and train AI models to recognize and predict objects. Over time, they learn to make independent decisions,” he says. India has long been a global centre for outsourced IT services, with cities like Bangalore and Chennai leading the way. But that work is now…
club won the Best Campaign award for its initiative “Sin Azul No Hay Verde,” which focuses on the impact of invasive algae caused by changing environmental conditions. The campaign incorporated the issue directly into football culture by launching a special-edition shirt. The design aimed to engage fans and spread awareness about the ecological challenges posed by invasive algae, a growing problem linked to rising temperatures and shifting marine ecosystems. By combining sports and environmental advocacy, Real Betis has created a unique platform to educate the public on climate-related issues. Fans were encouraged to learn about the environmental impact of algae…
China has accused the United States of applying “double standards” after Donald Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Chinese goods. Beijing called the threat “a clear example of American hypocrisy” and warned that it may launch countermeasures if Washington acts. A commerce ministry spokesperson said China “does not want a trade war, but will not fear one.” Trump reignites the tariff confrontation Trump reacted angrily after Beijing tightened export rules on rare earth materials. He accused China of turning “hostile” and trying to keep the world “captive.” The former U.S. president also hinted at cancelling his planned meeting…