Author: Grace Johnson

Donald Trump warned that doing business with China posed serious risks for the UK as Sir Keir Starmer arrived in Shanghai. The prime minister reached the city on the third day of his official visit to China. Trump reacted to agreements aimed at boosting trade and investment between Britain and China. Officials announced those deals after Sir Keir met President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Trump made the comments while attending a documentary premiere about his wife, Melania, on Thursday. He described Xi as a friend and said he knew the Chinese president very well. Trump did not provide further explanation…

A major trial over alleged social media addiction begins Tuesday in California. Senior executives from top technology firms are expected to testify. The outcome could reshape legal responsibility for digital platforms. The plaintiff is a 19-year-old woman identified as KGM. She claims platform algorithms caused addiction and harmed her mental health. She says design choices encouraged compulsive use during her teenage years. The defendants include Meta, owner of Instagram and Facebook, TikTok owner ByteDance, and YouTube parent Google. Snapchat reached a settlement with the plaintiff last week. The remaining companies now face court. The trial will take place at Los…

Gold prices climbed above $5,000 (£3,659) an ounce for the first time, extending a historic rally. The precious metal has risen more than 60% during 2025, marking a landmark year. Escalating geopolitical and financial tensions have fueled the surge. Disputes between the United States and Nato over Greenland have unsettled investors. Markets are increasingly sensitive to global instability. US President Donald Trump has added to uncertainty with aggressive trade policies. He recently threatened a 100% tariff on Canada. The warning targets any Canadian trade deal with China. Safe-haven demand drives metals higher Investors often turn to gold during turbulent periods.…

US President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to Canada. He said the United States would impose 100% tariffs on all Canadian goods. Trump posted the threat on his social media platform. He said the tariffs would take effect immediately. The warning targets any trade agreement or partnership between Canada and China. Trump said Canada would face severe consequences if it advanced agreements with Beijing. He said the tariffs would cover all Canadian products entering the United States. He framed the move as protection for American industries. He offered no exemptions or negotiations. The statement intensified tensions between Washington…

Every month, hundreds of millions of users visit Pinterest to explore new styles and creative ideas. One popular page called “the most ridiculous things” offers unusual inspiration. It shows Crocs repurposed as flower pots. It features cheeseburger-shaped eyeshadow. It even presents a gingerbread house built from vegetables. Many users do not realise the technology behind these recommendations is not always American. Pinterest now experiments with Chinese artificial intelligence models to improve its recommendation engine. The platform increasingly relies on this technology to personalise shopping and discovery. Pinterest chief executive Bill Ready said the platform now operates like an AI-powered shopping…

TikTok has finalized a deal that guarantees the app will continue operating in the United States. The company announced the agreement on Thursday, ending years of political and legal uncertainty. The deal resolves a long-standing conflict between Washington and Beijing. The dispute began during Donald Trump’s first presidency, when he attempted to ban TikTok over national security concerns. US law threatened to block the app in January 2025 unless ByteDance sold its American operations. Trump delayed enforcement several times after returning to office. The main issue involved TikTok’s recommendation algorithm. Under the agreement, American owners now license the system, which…

Blue Origin has announced plans for a large satellite internet network. The company is owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Blue Origin said it will deploy more than 5,400 satellites into orbit. The project marks a significant expansion of the company’s space ambitions. The network aims to provide uninterrupted internet access worldwide. TeraWave Targets High-Speed Global Connectivity The company named the satellite system TeraWave. Blue Origin said it will deliver continuous internet service across the globe. The network will also transfer massive amounts of data at very high speeds. The company said TeraWave will outperform existing commercial satellite networks. Even…

Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, has reached a settlement in a social media addiction lawsuit just days before trial. The case was scheduled to begin in Los Angeles. Lawyers announced the deal during a California Superior Court hearing. Snap later said all parties resolved the dispute amicably. The settlement terms remain confidential. Other Major Platforms Remain in Court Other defendants include Meta, owner of Instagram, TikTok parent ByteDance, and Google parent Alphabet. None of these companies have settled. The plaintiff, a 19-year-old woman identified as K.G.M., alleged platform algorithms caused addiction and harmed her mental health. Because the remaining…

Donald Trump said he will impose tariffs on European countries opposing his Greenland demand. He vowed to act “100%” on the threat. European allies immediately defended Greenland’s sovereignty. Denmark said no leader can pressure ownership of the territory. Denmark’s foreign minister rejected coercion. He said Greenland’s status will not change. He stressed the territory remains part of the Danish kingdom. European leaders repeated that stance in coordinated statements. Europe Unites Over Greenland’s Future UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper reaffirmed Britain’s position. She said only Greenlanders and Denmark can decide Greenland’s future. She rejected outside interference. Other Nato allies issued similar…

Last year, protein dominated fitness and diet culture. In recent months, fibre has become the focus of wellness conversations. Most people still eat far too little fibre each day. Posts tagged #fibremaxxing and #fibermaxxing have reached over 150 million views on TikTok. Videos show chia seeds sprinkled on porridge. Nutritionists highlight kidney beans and chickpeas across social feeds. The NHS recommends adults eat 30g of fibre daily. In the UK, 96% fail to reach that target. Average intake remains around 16.4g per day. Women consume less fibre than men. Many nutrition experts welcome the renewed attention. They say fibre finally…