Author: Grace Johnson

The Seattle Seahawks overpowered the New England Patriots with a relentless defensive performance, winning the Super Bowl 29-13 at Levi’s Stadium. The victory marked Seattle’s second championship in franchise history. Two of the NFL’s most formidable defences met in the season’s biggest game, and Seattle dominated from the opening snap. Briton Aden Durde became the first overseas coach to win the league’s top prize in the United States. Dark Side Defence Steals the Spotlight Seattle’s 46-year-old defensive coordinator has built the league’s most feared unit, called “the Dark Side.” In Santa Clara, California, the Patriots could not break through. New…

A South Korean cryptocurrency exchange accidentally sent customers more than 40 billion dollars in bitcoin. The mistake briefly turned some users into multimillionaires. The company planned to send a small reward of 2,000 won, worth about 1.37 dollars. Instead, it sent 2,000 bitcoins to customers on Friday. The platform Bithumb apologised for the error and explained the incident. The company said it quickly noticed the mistake and recovered almost all missing tokens. It restricted trading and withdrawals for 695 affected customers within 35 minutes of the glitch. Exchange Retrieves Nearly All Incorrect Transfers Bithumb said it recovered 99.7 percent of…

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order threatening new tariffs on countries that continue trading with Iran. The order does not set a fixed rate but uses 25 percent as an example. It says the tariff could apply to goods imported into the United States from any nation that directly or indirectly purchases goods or services from Iran. Trump did not comment directly on the order but reiterated that Iran must not obtain nuclear weapons. He spoke from Air Force One while senior US and Iranian officials held talks in Oman after weeks of escalating threats. Trump had already…

The European Union has warned TikTok to overhaul its platform design or face substantial financial penalties. The European Commission said the video platform breached EU online safety regulations. Officials reached this conclusion after an investigation launched in February 2024. Regulators focused on how TikTok’s mechanics influence user behaviour. The Commission said TikTok failed to properly evaluate risks to user wellbeing. Investigators examined autoplay and continuous content delivery systems. They said these features can harm users, especially children. Regulators also said TikTok failed to implement sufficient risk mitigation measures. TikTok dismissed the findings through a company spokesperson. The firm described the…

For two months, the US Department of Justice released millions of documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The records describe years of alleged sex trafficking by the financier. President Donald Trump now calls for national closure. Washington shows little intention of ending the debate. Justice department ends its official work Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the government review has concluded. Congress mandated the review through legislation passed in November. Blanche said prosecutors found no grounds for new criminal charges. He said the files include emails, photographs, and extensive correspondence. He said that evidence alone does not meet prosecution standards. The…

Netflix faced intense scrutiny in Washington over its $82bn (£61bn) plan to acquire Warner Bros Discovery. Lawmakers questioned whether the merger would benefit consumers or workers. Senators from both parties raised concerns during a high-profile antitrust hearing. Senators flag risks to competition and pricing Members of the Senate antitrust subcommittee warned the deal could weaken competition across entertainment markets. Several senators said consumers could face higher subscription prices. Others questioned the long-term future of cinemas if regulators approve the merger. The Department of Justice is reviewing the proposed transaction. Approval would give Netflix control of Warner Bros film and television…

China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles amid growing safety concerns. The move makes China the first country to prohibit the design. Regulators acted as electric vehicles face mounting scrutiny from safety watchdogs worldwide. Several deadly incidents intensified pressure on authorities. Two fatal crashes in China involved electric cars produced by Xiaomi. Investigators suspected power failures prevented passengers from opening the doors. New Rules Focus on Emergency Escape The new regulations allow sales only for cars with mechanical door releases inside and outside. State media reported the scope of the measures. Authorities want to guarantee access during crashes…

Gold and silver prices slumped as investors rapidly abandoned once-favoured safe-haven trades. Losses deepened on Monday after a violent sell-off late last week. The reversal marked a sudden shift in global market sentiment. During Asian trading on Monday, spot gold fell more than nine percent to about $4,403 per ounce. Silver dropped roughly 15 percent to below $72 per ounce. Investors had driven both metals to record highs earlier in the year. Policy relief drains demand for safe havens Earlier gains reflected intense concern over geopolitics and monetary policy. Investors also worried about political pressure on the US central bank.…

Carlos Alcaraz captured a gripping Australian Open final and completed a career Grand Slam at 22. He blocked Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of a record 25th major title on tennis’s biggest stage. Alcaraz dropped to the court after finishing a 2-6 6-2 6-3 7-5 victory. The Melbourne crowd sensed a defining moment for the modern game. Respect and emotion follow the final point Djokovic reacted with dignity after the loss. He climbed over the net and embraced Alcaraz as Rod Laver Arena applauded. The Serbian icon recognised the importance of the occasion. He understands opportunities to strengthen his legacy now arrive…

Donald Trump warned that doing business with China posed serious danger for the UK as Sir Keir Starmer arrived in Shanghai. The prime minister reached the city on the third day of his China visit. 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 delivered 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 provide further detail about his…