Author: Grace Johnson

The Hollywood star appearances made headlines this week as major celebrities attended film premieres, festivals, and fashion events across the United States and Europe. The events brought global attention to red carpets in cities like Los Angeles, New York, Paris, and London. Rihanna appeared at a high-profile fashion event in Europe, where she drew large crowds and strong media attention. She wore a bold new look that quickly became a trending topic online. Fans shared images and videos across social media within minutes. Her appearance added major buzz to the week’s entertainment schedule. Meryl Streep attended a film festival in…

U.S. technology firm Adeia has been recognized for its cutting-edge work in computing innovation. The company won the “Excellence in Technology Innovation, United States” award for its RapidCool™ thermal performance technology. This recognition highlights Adeia’s contributions to next-generation computing solutions. RapidCool™ is designed to improve thermal management in high-performance computing systems. By efficiently regulating heat, the technology allows devices to operate faster and more reliably. Experts say this advancement could significantly enhance the performance of servers, data centers, and personal computing systems. The award showcases Adeia’s commitment to driving innovation in the tech industry. RapidCool™ combines advanced engineering with practical…

A major solar and battery project has begun in California’s Central Valley, bringing new renewable energy capacity to the region. The project aims to expand clean power while helping local farmers cope with water shortages. The initiative combines large-scale solar panels with advanced battery storage systems. This setup allows energy generated during sunny periods to be stored and used when demand is high, making the power supply more reliable. Farmers can also use the system to support irrigation during dry spells, helping them manage water resources efficiently. Officials say the project will significantly increase local renewable energy output. By reducing…

US President Donald Trump has ordered all federal agencies to stop using technology from Anthropic with immediate effect. He made the announcement on Truth Social on Friday. “We don’t need it, we don’t want it, and will not do business with them again!” Trump wrote. The decision deepens a high-profile clash between the White House and the artificial intelligence company. Anthropic refused to grant the US military unrestricted access to its AI systems. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth responded by designating the firm a “supply chain risk.” No American company has ever received that label publicly before. Anthropic said it will…

Meta will soon alert parents when teenagers repeatedly search for suicide or self-harm terms on Instagram. The company will trigger notifications when it detects concentrated search activity within a short timeframe. Meta embeds the system into its Teen Account supervision tools. The decision represents a significant escalation in the platform’s safety strategy. Previously, Instagram blocked harmful keywords and redirected users to professional support services. Meta now adds direct parental notifications to that framework. Families enrolled in Teen Accounts in the UK, US, Australia, and Canada will receive alerts starting next week. The company intends to expand the rollout to additional…

Nvidia announces record annual revenue of $215.9 billion, equivalent to £159.1 billion. The company outpaces investor doubts about heavy spending on artificial intelligence. In the final quarter, sales rise 73% year on year, far above analyst expectations. CEO Jensen Huang highlights the surge in computing demand. Computing demand is growing exponentially, he says. Customers race to expand AI compute infrastructure. He describes these systems as the factories of the AI industrial revolution. Huang ties them directly to long-term business growth. Nvidia Dominates the AI Infrastructure Market Nvidia becomes the world’s most valuable publicly traded company, with a market value around…

Paramount Skydance has raised its offer to buy Warner Bros Discovery and is trying to force Netflix out of the takeover race. The upgraded bid could shape the future of one of Hollywood’s biggest media groups. Warner Bros said Paramount agreed to increase its offer by one dollar per share. The board said the proposal could reasonably lead to a superior deal. Warner Bros will now enter further negotiations before deciding whether to abandon the agreement it signed with Netflix in December. Netflix has four days to submit a counter-offer and did not comment immediately. Netflix Keeps Its Options Open…

US President Donald Trump has introduced a new global tariff set at ten percent. The tariff took effect after the Supreme Court blocked many of his earlier import taxes on Friday. Trump signed an executive order just hours after the ruling to impose the levy from 24 February. He later threatened to raise the tariff to fifteen percent but has not issued an official directive to increase the rate. The White House has not confirmed whether the higher rate will take effect. Legal Route and Rising Market Uncertainty The administration applies the levy under Section 122 of the 1974 Trade…

Big Tech may face a defining legal confrontation. A major trial over social media addiction has started and could reshape the technology industry. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified before a jury for the first time over allegations that social media harms young people. His testimony came more than four years after leaked internal documents suggested the company knew its platforms could harm users. Internal documents presented in a Los Angeles courtroom seemed to confirm long-held concerns. Meta knew preteens used its apps. The company aimed to maximize scrolling time. It also ignored expert advice on safety, although Meta said the…

The European Union faces mounting criticism after a report revealed massive subsidies for foods that worsen the climate. Experts urge the EU to introduce a Plant-Based Action Plan to promote sustainable diets and help farmers transition away from meat and dairy. Red meat and other high-emission foods receive disproportionate EU subsidies, raising concerns over the use of taxpayer money. Charity Foodrise published a report showing that in 2020, the EU’s common agricultural policy (CAP) allocated far more funding to animal-based foods than to plant-based options. Animal-sourced foods received roughly 77 percent of total CAP subsidies, totaling €39 billion of the…