Author: Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 10 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He earned his degree in Journalism from the University of Florida. Throughout his career, he has contributed to outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, and Reuters. Known for his clear reporting and in-depth analysis, Andrew delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and international developments.
Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison became the world’s richest person after shares in his company surged 40%.Ellison’s 41% stake in Oracle is now valued at $393bn, just above Musk’s $384bn fortune.Oracle shares hit $340, giving the company a $958bn valuation and marking its largest single-day gain ever.Ellison, 81, also holds Tesla shares, a sailing team, the Indian Wells Open, and a Hawaiian island.He previously served on Tesla’s board and invested $1bn in Musk’s Twitter purchase.Ellison and Musk maintain a close relationship, with Musk visiting Ellison’s Lanai island frequently.Both men have ties to Donald Trump, though Musk’s relationship with the former president…
Apple will reveal its thinnest iPhone at Tuesday’s event in the Steve Jobs Theater, Cupertino.The iPhone 17 lineup will include standard, Pro, Pro Max, and the new iPhone Air.Observers predict iPhone Air will be Apple’s lightest flagship, following the slim MacBook design trend.Apple will also introduce Apple Watch series 11 and refreshed AirPods earbuds.Rumors suggest AirPods may feature live translation, matching Google’s Pixel Buds capabilities.The company will announce launch dates for iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe.Trump’s tariffs could increase prices and disrupt Apple’s global iPhone supply chain.Tim Cook moved production to India and pre-shipped iPhones to reduce tariff risks.Apple Intelligence,…
The Commonwealth Observer Group has released a report urging Gabon electoral reform to strengthen the country’s democratic institutions. The group acknowledged that Gabon was in a period of political transition and recommended both immediate and long-term steps to support credible elections and institutional growth. The report highlights the importance of the upcoming local and parliamentary elections later this year. It suggests a dual approach: short-term actions to ensure smooth electoral processes and long-term reforms to build institutional capacity for sustainable progress. The observer group praised the Election and Referendum Control Authority (ACER) for its key role in past elections. However,…
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume said the carmaker is close to a US tariff deal as it targets the European electric vehicle market. Trump’s tariffs, combined with a weak market, have already cost the company “several billions.” Even with a planned reduction from 27.5% to 15%, Blume called the tariffs a “burden for Volkswagen Group.” Volkswagen Plans US Investments The group plans major US investments to secure a lower tariff deal and may localise Audi production. Blume said talks with the US government are ongoing to reach a quick solution. Porsche Hit Hard Porsche faces heavy losses due to tariffs and…
This Sunday, 7 September, much of Europe will witness a total lunar eclipse, a “blood moon,” the longest since 2022 at approximately 82 minutes. During this celestial event, the Earth will pass directly between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow that darkens the lunar surface. Only red light refracted through the atmosphere will illuminate the moon, giving it the dramatic crimson hue that has fascinated humans for millennia. Historically, blood moons carried a spectrum of meaning. In cultures from Babylon to China and Central America, they were often regarded as omens of doom—signaling wars, natural disasters, or the…
Max Verstappen set the fastest lap in Formula 1 history to claim pole at Monza, clocking 1:18.792 and averaging over 164mph, narrowly beating McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. The result marks a turnaround for Verstappen, whose Red Bull struggled last year at the same track. With Laurent Mekies now leading the team after Christian Horner’s departure, the pole boosts Red Bull’s momentum. Ferrari showed promise at their home race. Lewis Hamilton, in his Monza debut for the Scuderia, thrilled the Tifosi and qualified fifth behind Charles Leclerc, though a grid penalty will drop him to 10th. Norris overcame an…
A new ultrasound “helmet” may allow treatment of neurological conditions without surgery, including Parkinson’s disease, Tourette syndrome, Alzheimer’s, depression, chronic pain, and addiction. The device targets brain regions 1,000 times smaller than standard ultrasound methods, potentially replacing invasive deep brain stimulation (DBS). Unlike DBS, which implants electrodes deep in the brain, the helmet delivers precise mechanical pulses while worn inside an MRI scanner. In tests on seven volunteers, the system directed ultrasound to a tiny area the size of a grain of rice in the lateral geniculate nucleus (LGN), a key visual pathway. The pulses produced lasting effects in the…
Labour could stop badger culling by 2029, but only with a major focus on testing and vaccinating, according to a government-commissioned report. The review, led by Sir Charles Godfray, warns ministers have only a “small chance” of eradicating bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in England by 2038 without increased investment. The disease costs around £150m annually and has led to the culling of over 210,000 badgers since 2013. Godfray said badgers can spread bTB to cattle, but non-lethal control is possible. Measures suggested include microchipping cattle to track movements and interactions, and scaling up vaccination for both cattle and badgers. “Vaccination is…
The Lancashire Wildlife Trust (LWT) has started a project to reintroduce the large heath butterfly, bog bush cricket, and white-faced darter dragonfly, once common across Lancashire and Greater Manchester’s peat bogs. These insects rely on lowland peatlands, 96% of which have been lost due to human activity. LWT has been restoring habitats by rebuilding water systems and replanting specialist vegetation, and is now seeking £20,000 to complete the work. The insects play key roles in the ecosystem: the large heath butterfly pollinates plants, the bog bush cricket aids decomposition and feeds birds, and the white-faced darter dragonfly controls populations of…
New Zealand is racing to protect its critically endangered birds, including the kākāpō, from H5 avian influenza before migratory seabirds potentially bring the virus to its shores. With fewer than 250 kākāpō remaining, even a single outbreak could be catastrophic. A world-first trial has shown that captive birds from five endangered species, including the kākāpō, takahē, and black stilt, can safely receive the H5N3 poultry vaccine, developing strong antibody responses lasting at least six months. The aim is to protect breeding populations in aviaries and managed island habitats. Timing is critical: vaccination must occur just before the migration season to…