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.
Ludrick Cooper, an eighth-grade teacher in South Carolina, once opposed artificial intelligence in his classroom. Over time, he changed his mind. “This is the new encyclopedia,” Cooper said, recalling his childhood fascination with reference books. He now joins a growing number of teachers incorporating AI into lessons. The trend highlights how quickly schools adopt the technology, even while its benefits and risks remain debated. A Walton Family Foundation and Gallup survey found six in ten teachers used AI tools during the 2024-2025 school year. On Tuesday, First Lady Melania Trump launched the Presidential AI Challenge. The initiative encourages students from…
Elon Musk, already the world’s richest individual, could become the first trillionaire. Tesla’s board has introduced a historic pay package designed to keep him focused as the company faces rising competition and market pressures. The plan builds on Musk’s previous package, which many doubted but Tesla exceeded ahead of schedule. Now the board hopes to push him toward even greater growth. Huge stock rewards tied to bold targets The proposal could give Musk 423.7 million additional Tesla shares, worth $143.5 billion today. He will receive them only if Tesla reaches an $8.5 trillion market capitalization. That amount is nearly eight…
Jaguar Land Rover has told staff to stay home until Tuesday as it deals with the fallout from a cyber attack. The weekend breach forced the company to shut down critical IT systems. That step disrupted both vehicle production and sales. Factories in Halewood, Solihull, and Wolverhampton remain closed. Managers warn the suspension could last longer as the situation is reviewed. production and sales under pressure Car sales have been heavily disrupted, though some transactions still went through, according to people familiar with the matter. Jaguar Land Rover, owned by India’s Tata Motors, turned off systems on Sunday to limit…
Donald Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to protect his tariff program. He wants the justices to overturn a ruling that declared his wide-ranging trade duties illegal. Fight over presidential power The administration filed its petition on Wednesday night. It urges the court to rule quickly on whether a president can impose tariffs without Congress. Last week, the Federal Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 7-4 against Trump. Judges said only Congress has the authority to set import duties. Billions at stake The case could disrupt Trump’s trade and foreign policy plans. It may also force the US to return…
The US government’s antitrust case against Google has drawn global attention. Not since Microsoft faced trial in 1998 has Big Tech confronted such scrutiny. One year after Judge Amit Mehta declared Google a monopolist, he announced remedies that some critics call weak, while others see as potentially significant. Chrome and Android remain intact During the remedies phase, many expected a structural breakup. Judge Mehta rejected calls to spin off Chrome, the world’s most popular browser. The Justice Department also requested oversight of Android to prevent Google from reinforcing its dominance in search and advertising. Both platforms survived untouched. “These products…
Gold has surged to an all-time high as global uncertainty drives demand for secure assets. On Tuesday morning, the spot price reached $3,508.50 per ounce. The rally has lifted the metal by nearly a third since the beginning of the year. Trade tensions push prices higher Gold typically gains value when markets face instability. Earlier this year, prices jumped after President Donald Trump introduced sweeping tariffs. The measures disrupted global trade and encouraged investors to seek safer assets. Analysts also expect the US central bank to cut interest rates, further boosting gold’s appeal. Adrian Ash, research director at BullionVault, said…
Shares of Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD fell by up to 8% on Monday. The drop followed weaker earnings, pressured by aggressive discounting in a highly competitive EV sector. Earnings take a major hit On Friday, BYD reported net profit of 6.4bn yuan ($900m; £660m) for April to June. That marked a 30% decline compared with the same period last year. The company said fierce price competition among EV makers had weighed heavily on results. Rivals intensify the battle The Shenzhen-based automaker faces competition from Nio, XPeng, and Tesla. All have slashed prices to attract buyers. BYD shares opened lower…
Beer consumption in Germany is falling, while alcohol-free varieties are seeing record growth. The federal statistics office reports that sales of alcohol-free beer have increased by 109 percent since 2013. At the same time, overall beer sales are at their lowest level in more than 30 years. For the first time, total sales dropped below four billion liters in a half-year period. Between January and June 2025, German breweries sold around 3.9 billion liters. That represents a decline of 6.3 percent, or 262 million liters, compared with the same period in 2024. breweries adapt to new trends The Erdinger brewery…
A US appeals court has ruled that most tariffs imposed by Donald Trump are unlawful. The decision delivers a serious setback to his trade policies and points toward a Supreme Court confrontation. The ruling cancels Trump’s “reciprocal” tariffs on dozens of nations. It also invalidates levies imposed on China, Mexico and Canada. Court confirms Congress controls tariffs In a 7-4 decision, the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit ruled the tariffs “invalid as contrary to law”. Judges rejected Trump’s claim that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act gave him authority. They emphasized that only Congress can impose tariffs.…
The United States has cancelled a decades-old tariff exemption that let imports under $800 enter duty-free, altering the retail landscape. Starting Friday, small parcels will face customs inspections and tariffs, affecting millions of shipments daily. Customs data shows that in 2023 nearly 1.4 billion packages worth over $64bn entered the US under the de minimis rule. Analysts warn higher prices, fewer choices, and strain on small businesses. Buenos Aires shoe designer Katherine Theobalds said: “It might be the end for us.” How de minimis shaped trade The de minimis exemption began in 1938 to avoid collecting minor tariffs that were…
