Author: Grace Johnson

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 supply levels before acting. The move loosens previous export restrictions on high-end 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 careful and controlled. H200 chips cleared for export The approval covers Nvidia’s H200 processors. The chip ranks as the company’s second-most-advanced AI product. Regulators had…

Tensions escalate President Trump faces 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 moment, the crackdown had not fully erupted. Now, reports reveal the brutal extent of repression. The world watches for Trump’s next move. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said only the president knows his plans. She added the world can keep guessing. Uncertainty now dominates Washington. Observers wonder how long patience can continue. Military options considered Senior officials will brief Trump…

Elon Musk said critics of X used the controversy to push for censorship. He spoke after anger over Grok, an AI chatbot on the platform. Users created sexualised images without consent. Campaigners said the tool caused serious harm. Musk dismissed the criticism as an attack on free expression. Ofcom opens urgent investigation Media regulator Ofcom said it launched a rapid assessment of X. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall confirmed full government backing. She said officials expected quick answers. Ofcom said it contacted X earlier this week. The regulator set a firm deadline for explanations. Lawmakers highlight gaps in safety law Senior…

US President Donald Trump has ordered the United States to withdraw from dozens of international organisations. Many of the affected bodies focus on climate change and environmental protection. Almost half of the 66 organisations belong to the United Nations system. The list includes the Framework Convention on Climate Change, which supports global climate cooperation. The decision also affects organisations working on development, gender equality, and conflict management. The administration has repeatedly criticised these areas as ideological. The White House said the organisations no longer serve American interests and promote hostile agendas. White House Says Withdrawals Serve National Interests Trump signed…

Federal recommendations mix traditional nutrition with fresh priorities US officials released updated dietary guidelines on Wednesday, combining familiar advice with new emphasis. The guidance reflects Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again agenda. It urges Americans to increase protein, select healthy fats, and reduce ultraprocessed foods and added sugar. Kennedy spoke at the White House, telling Americans to eat real food. He described the guidance as clear, practical, and easy to follow. The 2020 guidelines spanned nearly 150 pages, offering detailed recommendations for every age group. The new edition condenses guidance to a few pages while being…

US President Donald Trump said Venezuela will transfer up to 50 million barrels of oil to the United States. He linked the move to a US military operation that removed President Nicolás Maduro from power. Trump valued the oil at about $2.8bn. He described it as high quality and sanctioned crude. He announced the plan on social media. He said the oil would sell at market prices. He added that he would control the revenue. He said the funds would benefit people in Venezuela and the United States. Trump said US oil companies would restart operations in Venezuela rapidly. He…

Barcelona secured a tense derby victory over Espanyol and increased their advantage at the top. Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski struck during the closing moments. The result moved Barcelona seven points clear in La Liga. The visitors controlled possession for most of the contest. Espanyol’s structure delayed any decisive breakthrough. Relentless pressure finally finds reward Hansi Flick watched his side probe with growing urgency. Barcelona recycled the ball and stretched the defensive lines. Espanyol stayed compact and blocked central routes. The breakthrough came four minutes from time. Fermin Lopez provided the decisive spark after his introduction. He slipped a measured…

A daily glass of orange juice can influence health in more ways than once believed. For years, nutrition advice treated the drink with caution. Sugar content dominated headlines and shaped public attitudes. Critics argued that orange juice sends sugar rapidly into the bloodstream. They warned that repeated spikes could weaken insulin control. Over time, this pattern could raise the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. That view now appears overly narrow. New research challenges the idea that sugar defines orange juice. Scientists increasingly describe the drink as nutritionally active and complex. Why orange juice fell from grace Large population…

China’s BYD is reaching a historic milestone in the auto industry. The company is set to overtake Tesla as the world’s largest electric vehicle seller. The move would mark the first annual sales lead over the US rival. BYD reported strong figures on Thursday. Sales of battery powered vehicles climbed nearly 28 percent last year. Total global deliveries topped 2.25 million cars. Tesla will release its full 2025 sales numbers later on Friday. Analyst estimates already point to a clear gap. They indicate Tesla sold roughly 1.65 million vehicles during the year. Tesla Faces Rising Challenges Tesla experienced a difficult…

Gold and silver finished the year with sharp price swings after an extraordinary rally. Both metals moved toward their strongest annual gains since 1979. Trading remained unstable into the final sessions. Investors reacted to rate expectations, geopolitical pressure, and fragile financial conditions. Gold prices climbed more than 60 percent over the year. The metal reached a record high above 4,549 dollars per ounce. Prices weakened after Christmas. Gold traded near 4,330 dollars per ounce on New Year’s Eve. Silver showed similar turbulence. The metal traded around 71 dollars per ounce at year end. Earlier in the week, silver surged to…