Author: Grace Johnson

Trump Adjusts US Strategy on Advanced Technology US President Donald Trump allows Nvidia to sell its H200 AI chips to “approved customers” in China. He says the plan protects national security, supports American jobs and keeps the US ahead in artificial intelligence. The decision also covers other US chipmakers like AMD and follows heavy lobbying from Nvidia chief Jensen Huang, who visited Washington last week. Nvidia Faces Pressure in a Global Tech Rivalry Nvidia, the world’s top chipmaker and most valuable company, remains caught between Washington and Beijing. The firm had faced a ban on selling its most advanced chips…

Trump voices concern over growing streaming dominance US President Donald Trump warns that Netflix’s planned 72bn-dollar purchase of Warner Brothers Discovery may create serious problems. He tells an audience in Washington that Netflix already holds a large share of the market and that the combined size of both companies could raise issues. The firms announce on Friday that they reached an agreement to bring major Warner franchises like Harry Potter and Game of Thrones to Netflix, forming a powerful new media group. Competition authorities still need to approve the deal. A request for comments to the companies and the White…

Tension Between Salah and Slot Mohamed Salah says Liverpool have thrown him under the bus and that his relationship with Arne Slot has collapsed. He sits on the bench for all 90 minutes during the 3-3 draw at Leeds. It is his third straight match without a starting role. After the game, he says the club want him to take full blame. He says he once had a strong bond with Slot. Now he says there is no relationship at all. He cannot explain why. He believes someone at the club wants him out. Salah says he will always love…

A new era begins in global entertainment Netflix agrees to buy the film and streaming divisions of Warner Bros Discovery for 72 billion dollars. The streamer wins a long and intense bidding battle against Comcast and Paramount Skydance. Warner Bros controls major franchises like Harry Potter and Game of Thrones and also runs the streaming service HBO Max. The takeover creates a powerful new player in worldwide entertainment, but regulators still need to approve the deal. Several industry groups, including the Writers Guild of America, criticise the plan and warn of harm to workers and audiences. Ted Sarandos, co-chief executive…

Putin rejects any compromise in latest warning Vladimir Putin demands that Ukrainian troops withdraw from the Donbas region. He says Russia will seize the area by force if Ukraine refuses. He tells India Today that Moscow already controls about 85% of the region. Volodymyr Zelensky rules out giving up territory. Trump envoys see limited progress in Moscow Putin’s remarks follow comments from Donald Trump, whose negotiators claim Russia’s leader wants to end the war. Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff plans to meet the Ukrainian team in Florida next. Trump describes the Kremlin talks as “reasonably good” but says both sides must…

Meta begins early account removalsMeta now removes Australian children under 16 from Instagram, Facebook and Threads. The company implements the move one week before the national youth ban begins. Meta said last month that it had warned users aged 13 to 15 about closures starting on 4 December. Around 150,000 Facebook accounts and about 350,000 Instagram profiles will lose access. Threads remains affected because users must log in through Instagram. Australia’s new law starts on 10 December and demands clear action from platforms. Companies risk fines of up to A$49.5m if they fail to block under-16s. Meta pushes for unified…

Prada Pushes Forward With Bold Expansion Prada announced on Tuesday that it acquired Versace and brought two major Italian luxury houses together under one roof. The company paid $1.38bn, well below the roughly $2bn that Capri Holdings invested in Versace in 2018. The deal expands Prada’s portfolio, which includes Miu Miu, and strengthens its position against powerful rivals such as LVMH, owner of Dior, Fendi and Louis Vuitton. Versace Steps Into a New Chapter Donatella Versace left her role as creative chief in March after 27 years defined by glamorous designs and the famous Medusa logo. She took charge in…

The U.S. housing market may be on the verge of a “Great Housing Reset” in 2026, according to a new forecast from a leading analyst firm. Experts anticipate modest home-price growth, improved affordability, and a rebound in homebuying activity over the next year. Rising wages are expected to play a key role in enhancing affordability for prospective buyers. Combined with relatively stable mortgage rates, higher incomes could make it easier for households to purchase homes, boosting overall demand. Analysts suggest that home-price growth in 2026 will be moderate, avoiding the rapid increases seen in previous years. This could create a…

Talks Gain Momentum in MoscowRussian President Vladimir Putin will meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow on Tuesday. The White House says it feels very optimistic about progress toward ending the war in Ukraine. Jared Kushner, Donald Trump’s son-in-law and informal adviser, will also join the talks. The meeting follows two days of negotiations in Florida between Ukrainian and US officials. Witkoff and Kushner refined a US-backed peace plan once seen as favourable to Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the talks constructive but warned that tough issues remain. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Witkoff will meet Putin…

McLaren’s Painful Error Reshapes the ChampionshipFormula 1 moves toward its first three-driver finale in 15 years after Max Verstappen won a dramatic Qatar Grand Prix because McLaren made a decisive strategy mistake. Lando Norris called it “not our greatest day”, which understated a race where his team threw away a clear win. Norris’ lead dropped to 12 points before Abu Dhabi, with Oscar Piastri four points further back. Piastri felt stunned as he realised a certain win became second place and his title position slipped from second to third. “It’s pretty painful,” he said. Norris remains the favourite because a…