Author: Grace Johnson
Grace Johnson
Grace Johnson is a freelance journalist from the USA with over 15 years of experience reporting on Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Communication and Journalism from the University of Miami. Throughout her career, she has contributed to major outlets including The Miami Herald, CNN, and USA Today. Known for her clear and engaging reporting, Grace delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
Meta begins removing under-16 accountsMeta has started removing Australian children under 16 from Instagram, Facebook, and Threads. The company acts one week before the national youth ban takes effect. Last month, Meta informed users aged 13 to 15 that their accounts would close starting 4 December. Around 150,000 Facebook accounts and roughly 350,000 Instagram profiles are expected to be affected. Threads also restricts young users because access requires an Instagram login. Australia’s new law, effective 10 December, mandates platforms block under-16s. Companies face fines of up to A$49.5m if they fail to comply. Meta urges improved age verificationA spokesperson told…
Prada Expands Its High-End Portfolio Prada announced on Tuesday that it acquired Versace, uniting two leading Italian fashion houses under one roof. The company paid $1.38bn, far below the roughly $2bn Capri Holdings invested in Versace in 2018. The acquisition strengthens Prada’s portfolio, which includes Miu Miu, and reinforces its position against rivals such as LVMH, owner of Dior, Fendi, and Louis Vuitton. Versace Enters a New Phase Donatella Versace stepped down in March after 27 years shaping the brand with glamorous designs and the iconic Medusa logo. She took control in 1997 after her brother Gianni’s murder and guided…
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow on Tuesday, as Washington expresses strong optimism about a possible deal to end the Ukraine war. Jared Kushner, who advises informally on diplomatic efforts, is also expected to attend. The summit follows two days of talks in Florida between Ukrainian and US officials, including Witkoff and Kushner, aimed at refining a US-backed peace plan viewed as favourable to Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called the discussions constructive but admitted several difficult issues remain unresolved. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Witkoff will meet Putin in the second half…
NVIDIA has made its Alpamayo‑R1 self-driving model publicly available through open-source platforms, including GitHub and Hugging Face. The release lowers barriers for car makers, research institutions, and developers to build or test autonomous vehicle systems without relying on proprietary technology. Alpamayo‑R1 is a vision-language-action (VLA) model that allows vehicles to perceive and understand road scenes, detect obstacles, interpret context, and plan safe driving maneuvers. By providing the model openly, NVIDIA encourages collaboration and faster innovation in autonomous driving technology. The open-source release allows research groups and startups to experiment with advanced AI for self-driving cars. Developers can adapt the model…
McLaren blunder hands Verstappen crucial victoryFormula 1 heads into a rare three-driver title showdown after Max Verstappen wins a dramatic Qatar Grand Prix, following a major McLaren strategic error. Lando Norris calls it “not our greatest day,” understating the impact of losing a race that once seemed certain. His championship lead drops to 12 points ahead of Abu Dhabi, while teammate Oscar Piastri falls another four points behind. Piastri stands stunned as a likely win turns into second place, and his second in the standings becomes third. “It’s pretty painful,” he admits. Norris remains favourite because third place in Abu…
Caracas Denounces “Illegal Aggression” Venezuela strongly condemned Donald Trump after he claimed the country’s airspace should be fully closed. The foreign ministry called it “another extravagant, illegal and unjustified aggression against the Venezuelan people”. Officials said the United States has no authority to close another nation’s airspace and accused Trump of issuing a “colonialist threat”. The US expanded its military presence near Venezuela and carried out at least 21 strikes on boats it alleged carried drugs, killing more than 80 people. Washington provided no evidence. President Nicolás Maduro said the operations aim to remove him from power. Trump posted on…
Existing home sales in the U.S. increased 1.2 % in October, indicating that more houses are finding buyers despite elevated prices. The rise suggests that demand remains steady in the housing market. Real estate analysts said the increase reflects strong buyer interest and confidence, even as affordability challenges persist. While home prices remain high, some buyers are motivated by low mortgage rates and limited inventory. The gains were observed across several regions, with some areas experiencing stronger activity than others. Analysts noted that while price pressures remain, the sales increase points to ongoing resilience in the housing market. Existing home sales…
Global Fleets Face DisruptionAirbus grounds thousands of planes after discovering intense solar radiation can interfere with flight control computers, causing worldwide delays. Around 6,000 A320-family aircraft are affected, representing half of Airbus’ global fleet. Most jets can return to service after a quick three-hour software update. The UK aviation regulator warns of potential flight delays and cancellations, though airports report limited disruption. October Altitude Incident Leads to DiscoveryAirbus uncovers the problem after investigating an October incident in which a plane flying between the US and Mexico suddenly lost altitude. The JetBlue aircraft makes an emergency landing in Florida after at…
Gurugram hub expands the company’s footprint Tesla opens its biggest India hub in Gurugram while facing disappointing sales. The new centre integrates a showroom, charging facilities and full after-sales support in one location. Dealership data shows Tesla sells just over 100 cars since its widely promoted July debut. People familiar with the company say Tesla now aims to strengthen India’s wider EV environment to rebuild momentum. The firm offers no direct comments on its low sales. Reports indicate Tesla collects slightly over 600 bookings by mid-September, yet only a small share converts into sales after deliveries begin. Rival premium brands…
Under the bright lights of a Delhi operating theatre, a woman lies still as surgeons prepare to remove her gallbladder. She sleeps under general anaesthesia, her body paralysed and her mind unconscious. Yet soft flute music flows through headphones resting over her ears. Even as anaesthetic drugs quiet most of her brain, her auditory pathways remain active. When she awakens, she recovers faster and clearer because she required lower doses of propofol and opioid painkillers than patients who heard no music. Researchers from Maulana Azad Medical College and Lok Nayak Hospital show that music can reduce drug use and improve…