Author: Grace Johnson

Tesla is heading toward one of the most consequential moments in its history. Ahead of Thursday’s annual general meeting, the company has launched an aggressive campaign to persuade shareholders that Elon Musk deserves a $1 trillion pay package. Digital ads highlight his accomplishments, while Votetesla.com features board chair Robyn Denholm and director Kathleen Wilson-Thompson praising Musk as triumphant music plays. Yet investor opinion remains divided. The meeting in Austin, Texas, could become a direct vote on Musk’s leadership. His political statements and unpredictable behavior have made him one of the most polarizing figures in modern business. On X, the social…

Zohran Mamdani has been elected mayor of New York City, making history as the city’s first Muslim mayor and the youngest in over a century. His victory marks a significant moment for representation and leadership diversity. Mamdani, a former state assembly member, ran a campaign focused on housing affordability, public safety, and economic opportunity. Voters responded positively to his message of inclusivity and practical solutions. Political analysts note that Mamdani’s election reflects a broader shift in the city’s political landscape, with younger voters and diverse communities playing a decisive role. High turnout among these groups helped shape the outcome. The…

OpenAI has signed a $38 billion (£29 billion) agreement with Amazon to access its cloud computing infrastructure. The deal strengthens OpenAI’s computing capacity as it advances the development of next-generation AI systems. OpenAI expands its technology network In 2025, OpenAI has secured over $1 trillion in deals with Oracle, Broadcom, AMD, and Nvidia. The new partnership with Amazon reduces reliance on Microsoft and provides access to Nvidia’s high-performance processors through Amazon Web Services. The seven-year agreement follows a major internal restructure that ended OpenAI’s non-profit status and reshaped its partnership with Microsoft. The changes give the company more operational freedom…

Donald Trump has dismissed fears that the United States will go to war with Venezuela while suggesting Nicolás Maduro’s presidency could be coming to an end. Speaking to CBS’ 60 Minutes, Trump said: “I doubt it. I don’t think so. But they’ve been treating us very badly.” US escalates strikes on Caribbean drug-smuggling vessels Trump’s comments come as Washington intensifies attacks on boats suspected of smuggling drugs across the Caribbean. Officials say the strikes aim to prevent narcotics from entering the United States. Critics argue the campaign is aimed at undermining Maduro. Trump rejected that claim, saying the operations serve…

Anfield rang with life again. After weeks of disappointment, Liverpool rediscovered their rhythm, and manager Arne Slot praised the fans for helping the team regain confidence. Slot had faced intense scrutiny following six defeats in seven matches across all competitions. But Liverpool responded with a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa. Mohamed Salah and Ryan Gravenberch scored the goals that ended a four-game Premier League losing streak and lifted the Reds back to third place. The win restored belief, energy, and pride across Merseyside. Anfield Stands Behind Slot Even while the score remained 0-0, the Kop chanted passionately for Slot. The…

The Indiana Hoosiers continued their remarkable season with a 55‑10 victory over the Maryland Terrapins, improving their record to 9‑0. This dominant win highlights the team’s depth, resilience, and growing national prominence. Despite facing injuries throughout the season, the Hoosiers demonstrated a balanced and high-powered offense. Multiple players contributed to the scoring, showcasing the team’s versatility and ability to adapt under challenging circumstances. Indiana’s defense also played a key role in the decisive win. Limiting Maryland to just ten points reflected disciplined execution, effective game planning, and strong coordination across the defensive lineup. Coaches praised the team’s focus and preparation.…

South Korea strengthens its role as an AI hub Nvidia will deliver more than 260,000 of its most advanced AI chips to South Korea’s government and leading companies including Samsung, LG, and Hyundai. The chips will power factories producing semiconductors, robots, and autonomous vehicles. Chief executive Jensen Huang said the partnership allows South Korea to “export intelligence as a new product.” He did not disclose the total value of the agreements. The announcement follows a historic week for Nvidia. On Wednesday, it became the first company ever to reach a $5 trillion valuation. A day later, optimism grew that easing…

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met for the first time in six years, offering a tentative sense of optimism that the world’s two largest economies might reduce their long-standing tensions. Trump called the talks in South Korea “amazing,” while Beijing said both sides had agreed to tackle “major trade issues.” Relations have been tense since Trump imposed heavy tariffs on Chinese imports, prompting strong retaliation. A short-lived truce in May did little to resolve deeper conflicts. The meeting produced no formal trade agreement but indicated progress. Negotiators have spent months working to settle disputes over trade…

Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google, reported its first-ever quarter with revenue exceeding $100 billion. The company also posted a roughly 33% profit increase compared with the same period last year. The milestone reflects strong demand for digital advertising, cloud services, and AI technologies. Analysts say Alphabet’s results highlight the growing role of tech in the U.S. economy. Revenue growth was driven by Google’s search and advertising platforms, as well as expansion in cloud computing and AI-based services. The company’s diverse portfolio has helped it achieve steady growth despite broader economic uncertainty. Alphabet’s strong profit performance shows operational efficiency…

A massive Microsoft outage on Wednesday caused major disruption across the internet. Websites for Heathrow Airport, NatWest, and Minecraft went offline for hours before engineers restored access later in the evening. Millions of users experienced interruptions to banking, work, and entertainment services. Thousands report online failures globally Outage tracker Downdetector logged thousands of reports from users who could not access websites, send emails, or log into accounts. Many faced frozen pages, stalled transactions, and unresponsive platforms. Microsoft confirmed that users of Microsoft 365 experienced significant delays, particularly with Outlook. By 21:00 GMT, most affected websites were back online after engineers…