Author: Grace Johnson

Elon Musk has reached a historic milestone, becoming the world’s first half-trillionaire. His net worth has surpassed $500 billion, fueled by the growth of Tesla and his investments in artificial intelligence and space exploration. Musk’s fortune has grown steadily in recent years, driven largely by Tesla’s rising stock value. The electric vehicle maker has expanded globally, delivering millions of cars and increasing its market influence. Analysts note that Tesla’s innovation in batteries and sustainable energy solutions has been a key factor in Musk’s wealth accumulation. In addition to Tesla, Musk’s ventures in space exploration have contributed to his record net…

Gold has surged above $4,000 (£2,985) an ounce, hitting a historic high. Investors are flocking to the precious metal amid growing political tensions and economic instability worldwide. The rally marks gold’s steepest climb since the 1970s. Prices have jumped nearly one-third since April, when US President Donald Trump’s tariffs disrupted global trade and unsettled financial markets. US government shutdown intensifies market unease The US government shutdown, now in its second week, is driving global investor anxiety. Analysts say delays in key economic data have added to market uncertainty. Gold, widely seen as a safe haven, continues to gain as volatility…

“Half of my life is on this app and now they expect us to pay for it.” This statement reflects the anger among Snapchat users after the company announced it will charge for storing old photos and videos. Many accuse the platform of monetizing nostalgia and betraying long-time users. Charging for memories In September, Snap, Snapchat’s parent company, revealed that users with more than five gigabytes of saved Memories will have to pay. For many, these photos and videos capture years of milestones, friendships, and personal moments, making the change feel like a betrayal. Snap defended the decision, comparing it…

The United States has led the global technology market for decades. Now China is determined to challenge that supremacy. The world’s second-largest economy is investing billions in artificial intelligence and robotics. Its central goal is to produce high-end chips capable of competing with the world’s most advanced technology. Last month, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warned that China was only “nanoseconds behind” the U.S. in chip development. Beijing is racing to close the gap and reduce its reliance on imported technology. DeepSeek Marks China’s AI Breakthrough In 2024, the Chinese startup DeepSeek surprised the tech world by launching a competitor to…

A roadmap for global nutrition and sustainability By 2050, every person could have access to nutritious, culturally appropriate food while protecting the environment. The 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission on Healthy Diets From Sustainable Food Systems proposes the “planetary health diet” as the solution. The report finds that combining this diet with sustainable farming and reduced food waste could feed 9.6 billion people equitably. Experts from more than 35 countries contributed, showing that global food-related greenhouse gas emissions could drop by more than half if nations take coordinated action. Currently, roughly 30% of emissions come from producing, processing, and transporting food, with…

Electric car sales in the UK surged to record levels in September, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The figures show electric and hybrid vehicles now dominate new registrations, marking a significant step in the country’s transition toward cleaner transport. Electric and hybrid vehicles drive growth Fully electric car sales jumped by nearly a third to 72,779 last month. Plug-in hybrid models grew even faster, helping electric and hybrid vehicles together account for more than half of all new registrations. The SMMT said rising discounts, a wider range of models, and the government’s grant scheme fueled…

A human rights campaign group claims TikTok recommends pornography and sexualised clips to children. Researchers created fake child accounts, turned on safety settings, and still received explicit search prompts. These included clips showing masturbation simulations and pornographic sex. TikTok says it acted immediately after being alerted and insists it prioritises safe, age-appropriate experiences for young users. Fake accounts reveal explicit content In July and August, Global Witness researchers set up four TikTok profiles. They posed as 13-year-olds using false birth dates. The platform did not request further verification. Investigators enabled TikTok’s “restricted mode”. The company markets this feature as protection…

Elon Musk has become the first person ever to reach a net worth above $500bn. The milestone reflects soaring values of Tesla and his other ventures this year. His fortune briefly touched $500.1bn on Wednesday afternoon in New York. It later slipped slightly to just over $499bn, according to Forbes’ billionaires index. Other Musk companies, including the AI startup xAI and rocket firm SpaceX, have also seen substantial valuation gains in recent months. Musk extends lead as world’s richest The milestone confirms Musk as the richest individual on the planet. He stays far ahead of other tech industry leaders. Oracle…

The sunscreen crisis in Australia continues to escalate. Authorities have already removed 18 products from shelves due to safety concerns. Popular sunscreens under scrutiny In June, a consumer advocacy group revealed that several well-known sunscreens failed to provide the protection promised. Ultra Violette’s Lean Screen Skinscreen claimed SPF 50+ but tested at only SPF 4. The company recalled it voluntarily in August. The medicines regulator has since flagged 20 more sunscreens from different brands. All of them used the same base formula, which testing showed to be unreliable. SPF results far below advertised levels Preliminary testing revealed the formula rarely…

Donald Trump renewed his threat to impose a 100% tariff on all films made outside the United States. He claimed other countries had “stolen” the American film industry. The president said California suffered heavily and the tariff would “solve this long time, never ending problem.” In May, Trump promised to speak with Hollywood executives and start imposing the levy, warning that America’s film industry faced a “very fast death.” Tariff Expansion Hits Multiple Sectors Trump announced a new wave of tariffs last week. The measures include a 100% levy on branded or patented drug imports and 50% tariffs on kitchen…