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Google has filed an appeal against a landmark antitrust ruling by a US district judge. The court ruled the company illegally maintained monopoly power in online search. Google said users select its services voluntarily, not under pressure. Lee-Anne Mulholland, vice president for regulatory affairs, responded to the August 2024 decision. She argued the ruling misrepresented why people rely on Google products. Company disputes court’s view of competition Google announced the appeal on Friday and criticised Judge Amit Mehta’s conclusions. The company said the ruling ignored rapid technological innovation. It also said the court underestimated competitive pressure from rivals. Google requested…

A controversial US-backed study on hepatitis B vaccines for newborns in Guinea-Bissau has been cancelled following widespread criticism over its ethical design. The decision was confirmed by a senior official at the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, who said the trial raised serious concerns about withholding proven vaccines in a country with a high burden of the disease. The $1.6m study was funded under the oversight of Robert F Kennedy Jr and the US Department of Health and Human Services. Critics argued the trial would have denied thousands of infants access to a life-saving vaccine based on random…

India’s aviation regulator opened an investigation after an Air India aircraft ingested a cargo container while taxiing at Delhi airport. No passengers or crew were injured. The right engine sustained serious damage, and Air India grounded the aircraft for repairs and inspection. Flight returned due to unexpected airspace closure The Airbus A350 was operating a New York-bound flight before it returned to Delhi shortly after take-off. Iran temporarily closed its airspace, forcing airlines to reroute flights. The aircraft landed safely on Thursday morning. After landing, it exited the runway and taxied toward the parking bay with passengers onboard. Dense fog…

West Ham United are willing to sell Lucas Paquetá this month only if the deal includes a loan back for the rest of the season, a condition Flamengo are resisting. Flamengo’s €35m bid was rejected and they may raise it to about €40m, but believe they can wait and buy him more cheaply in the summer without a loan-back. Paquetá wants to return to Brazil after a difficult spell in England following spot-fixing allegations, which he was cleared of last year but which scuppered a move to Manchester City. West Ham, seven points below safety, fear losing him could deepen…

A turbulent start to 2026The year 2026 began under intense political and economic pressure. President Donald Trump threatened decisive action against Iran. The warning came after US forces captured Venezuela’s leader. His administration launched a criminal investigation into the Federal Reserve chair. Officials also targeted key profit sources at banks and institutional investors. These developments shook markets around the world. Stocks show surprising resilienceMany investors expected a sharp equity selloff. That decline never occurred. Traders largely ignored the political turmoil. US stock indexes reached record highs early in the week. Prices later eased only slightly. Despite rising geopolitical and economic…

Major U.S. technology companies have rallied around a unified AI strategy at CES 2026. Leaders from the sector publicly emphasized their commitment to advancing artificial intelligence infrastructure and research. The announcements highlight the industry’s focus on innovation and collaboration. By combining resources and expertise, companies aim to accelerate AI development, improve computing systems, and expand AI applications across multiple sectors. Executives at CES noted that AI is central to future growth in computing, healthcare, enterprise software, and scientific research. The coordinated approach shows that U.S. tech firms are investing heavily in AI hardware, software, and talent to stay competitive globally. Analysts…

BP has warned it will write down between $4bn and $5bn from its green and low-carbon energy businesses as it pivots back towards fossil fuels under its new leadership. The writedowns mainly affect BP’s gas and transition divisions but will not impact underlying profits when full-year results are reported in February. The move follows cancelled hydrogen projects in the UK, Oman and Australia, and efforts to sell a stake in its solar arm, Lightsource. BP’s shares dipped after the announcement, alongside weaker oil trading in the final quarter and falling crude prices. Average Brent crude prices dropped to $63.73 a…

The US government has approved Nvidia’s sale of advanced artificial intelligence chips to China. The Department of Commerce announced the decision on Tuesday. Officials said they reviewed domestic chip supply before acting. The move eases previous export restrictions on sensitive technology. Washington had blocked the sales over national security concerns. Officials warned the chips could strengthen China’s technology sector and military. The new policy lifts some restrictions under strict conditions. Authorities described the change as cautious and controlled. H200 processors cleared for shipment The approval applies to Nvidia’s H200 processors. The chip ranks as the company’s second-most-advanced AI product. Regulators…

Diageo is reportedly considering selling its Chinese assets as part of a broader portfolio review under its new chief executive, Dave Lewis. The owner of Guinness and Johnnie Walker is said to be working with Goldman Sachs and UBS to assess operations in China, where sales have been weakening. According to reports, the review includes Diageo’s majority stake in Shanghai-listed Sichuan Swellfun, a producer and distributor of baijiu. The Chengdu-based company has seen its share price fall sharply over the past year amid softer demand. Lewis, who took charge on 1 January after leading turnarounds at Tesco and Unilever, is…

Global attention sharpens President Trump confronts a critical decision on Iran. Ten days ago, he warned the United States would protect Iranian protesters if authorities used violence. He said American forces were locked, loaded, and ready to act. At that time, the crackdown had not fully escalated. Now, reports reveal the full scale of repression. The world watches closely for Trump’s next move. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said only the president knows his plans. She added that the world can continue guessing. Uncertainty now dominates Washington. Observers question how long patience can hold. Military options examined Senior officials…