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.
The European Cultural Heritage Summit 2025 is set to take place in Brussels from October 12 to 15. The event is organized by Europa Nostra and co-funded by the European Union. It will bring together policymakers, heritage professionals, and civil society actors from across Europe. The summit will focus on the EU’s first “Culture Compass for Europe.” This new initiative aims to guide cultural policies and strengthen the role of cultural heritage in European society. Attendees will discuss strategies to protect, preserve, and promote Europe’s rich cultural history. Experts say the summit will provide a platform for collaboration between governments,…
Elon Musk has reached a settlement in a $128 million lawsuit filed by four former senior executives of Twitter, now rebranded as X. The dispute centered on severance payments the executives said Musk refused to provide after his 2022 takeover. Executives say they were fired unfairly The former leaders, including ex-CEO Parag Agrawal, argued that Musk dismissed them without cause and denied the severance promised in their contracts. In a court filing, their lawyers wrote, “The parties have reached a settlement, and the settlement requires certain conditions to be met in the near term.” The financial terms of the agreement…
Tesla has unveiled a groundbreaking compensation plan for CEO Elon Musk, linking his stock rewards to ambitious company milestones. The plan could potentially make Musk the world’s first trillionaire if Tesla achieves an $8.5 trillion market capitalization. The new Tesla Musk compensation plan sets clear targets for the electric car maker’s performance. Musk will receive stock options only after Tesla reaches significant growth and operational benchmarks. Analysts say the plan reflects Tesla’s confidence in its long-term strategy and market potential. Under the plan, Musk’s rewards are tied to both revenue and market value targets. Each milestone reached would grant him…
Gold has surged past $4,000 (£2,985) an ounce, reaching an all-time high. Investors are flocking to the precious metal as political instability and economic uncertainty shake confidence in global markets. The rally marks gold’s strongest surge since the 1970s. Prices have climbed nearly a third since April, when US President Donald Trump’s tariffs disrupted international trade and unsettled financial systems. US government shutdown drives market anxiety The US government shutdown, now in its second week, is fueling investor uncertainty worldwide. Analysts say delays in releasing key economic data have amplified market concerns. Gold, long regarded as a safe haven, continues…
“Half of my life is on this app and now they expect us to pay for it.” That statement captures the frustration among Snapchat users after the company announced it will charge for storing old photos and videos. Many accuse the platform of monetizing nostalgia and betraying long-time users. Users face charges for their memories In September, Snap, the company behind Snapchat, revealed that users with more than five gigabytes of saved Memories will have to pay. For many, these images and videos capture years of milestones, friendships, and personal moments, making the change feel like a betrayal. Snap defended…
The United States has led the global technology market for decades. Now China is determined to challenge that dominance. The world’s second-largest economy is investing billions in artificial intelligence and robotics. Its primary goal is to develop high-end chips that can rival the world’s most advanced technology. Last month, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warned that China was only “nanoseconds behind” the U.S. in chip development. Beijing is pushing hard to close the gap and reduce reliance on imported technology. DeepSeek Signals China’s AI Rise In 2024, the Chinese startup DeepSeek surprised the tech world by launching a competitor to OpenAI’s…
A global plan to nourish people and the planet By 2050, everyone could have access to nutritious, culturally appropriate food while reducing environmental damage. The 2025 EAT-Lancet Commission on Healthy Diets From Sustainable Food Systems proposes the “planetary health diet” as a solution. The report finds that combining this diet with sustainable farming and reduced food waste could feed 9.6 billion people equitably. Experts from more than 35 countries contributed, showing that global food-related greenhouse gas emissions could drop by over half if nations take coordinated action. Currently, about 30% of emissions come from producing, processing, and transporting food, while…
Electric car sales in the UK reached an all-time high in September, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). The data shows that electric and hybrid vehicles now dominate new registrations, marking a major step in the nation’s move toward low-emission transport. Electric and hybrid vehicles dominate sales Fully electric car sales jumped by nearly a third to 72,779 units last month. Plug-in hybrid sales grew even faster, bringing electric and hybrid models together to account for over half of all new registrations. The SMMT said rising discounts, more model choices, and the government’s grant scheme helped…
A human rights group claims TikTok pushes pornography and sexualised videos to minors. Researchers created fake child accounts, activated safety settings, and still received explicit search prompts. These included videos of simulated masturbation and pornographic sex. TikTok says it acted immediately after being alerted and insists it remains committed to providing safe, age-appropriate experiences for young users. Fake child accounts reveal risky content In July and August, Global Witness researchers set up four TikTok profiles. They posed as 13-year-olds using false birth dates. The platform did not request additional identification. Investigators enabled TikTok’s “restricted mode”. The company promotes this feature…
Elon Musk has become the first individual to hold a net worth above $500bn. The milestone reflects soaring values of Tesla and his other companies this year. His fortune briefly reached $500.1bn on Wednesday afternoon in New York. It later fell slightly to just over $499bn, according to Forbes’ billionaires index. Musk’s other ventures, including AI startup xAI and rocket company SpaceX, have also seen significant valuation growth in recent months. Musk widens lead as world’s richest The achievement cements Musk’s position as the richest person on the planet. He remains far ahead of global tech rivals. Oracle co-founder Larry…