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 designed to expand 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 explain his concerns…

A high-profile trial over alleged social media addiction opens Tuesday in California. Senior executives from major technology companies are expected to testify. The outcome could redefine 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 settled with the plaintiff last week. The remaining companies will defend themselves in court. The case will move forward 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 an exceptional year. Rising geopolitical and financial stress has fueled the surge. Tensions between the United States and Nato over Greenland have shaken investor confidence. Markets have reacted nervously to growing global instability. US President Donald Trump has added pressure through aggressive trade policies. He recently threatened a 100% tariff on Canada. The threat targets any Canadian trade agreement with China. Safe-haven assets return to favour Investors often buy gold during periods of…

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 shared the threat on his social media platform. He said the tariffs would take effect immediately. The warning targets any trade agreement or economic partnership between Canada and China. Trump said Canada would face severe consequences if it pursued deals with Beijing. He said the tariffs would cover all Canadian products entering the United States. He framed the action as protection for American workers and industries. He offered no exemptions or room for negotiation. The…

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 displays 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 refine its recommendation engine. The company increasingly depends on this technology to personalise shopping and discovery. Pinterest chief executive Bill Ready said the platform now functions like an AI-powered shopping…

TikTok has completed a deal that ensures the app will continue operating in the United States. The company announced the agreement on Thursday, ending years of legal and political uncertainty. The move resolves a long-standing dispute between Washington and Beijing. The conflict 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 central issue focused on TikTok’s recommendation algorithm. Under the deal, American owners now license the system,…

Blue Origin has announced plans to create a vast satellite internet network. The company is owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. Blue Origin said it will place more than 5,400 satellites into orbit. The project represents a major expansion of the company’s space operations. The network aims to provide uninterrupted internet access worldwide. TeraWave Aims for Speed and Global Coverage The company named the 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. Blue Origin said TeraWave will surpass current commercial satellite…

Snap, the parent company of Snapchat, has settled a social media addiction lawsuit just days before trial. The case was scheduled to start in Los Angeles. Lawyers announced the settlement at a California Superior Court hearing. Snap later said all parties resolved the matter amicably. The terms of the deal remain confidential. Other Major Platforms Still Facing Trial 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 that 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 Stands United on Greenland 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 trends. In recent months, fibre has taken over wellness conversations. Most people still consume far too little fibre each day. Posts tagged #fibremaxxing and #fibermaxxing have reached more than 150 million views on TikTok. Videos show chia seeds scattered over 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 level. Average intake remains close to 16.4g per day. Women eat less fibre than men. Many nutrition experts welcome the renewed attention. They say fibre finally…