Author: Grace Johnson

Ahead of Tesla’s annual general meeting on Thursday, the company is delivering one clear message to investors: Elon Musk deserves a $1 trillion reward. The electric carmaker has gone all-in on a campaign to convince shareholders. Digital ads promote the package, and Votetesla.com features board chair Robyn Denholm and director Kathleen Wilson-Thompson praising Musk to the sound of triumphant music. But not everyone agrees. The meeting in Austin, Texas, is shaping up as a vote of confidence—or rejection—of Musk himself. His political statements and controversial decisions have made him one of the most divisive business figures in modern times. Musk…

China has launched a major policy initiative aimed at boosting imports and expanding global trade partnerships. The program, named “Big Market for All: Export for China,” seeks to increase access for foreign goods and strengthen international cooperation. Officials emphasized that the initiative is designed to create a more open and inclusive trade environment. By welcoming more countries to participate in China’s market, the program aims to promote mutual economic growth and “win-win cooperation.” The policy includes measures to streamline import procedures, reduce trade barriers, and provide incentives for foreign companies. These steps are intended to encourage more businesses to enter…

China and Russia have agreed to strengthen investment and economic ties, signaling a commitment to strategic partnership amid global challenges. The announcement followed a high-level meeting in Beijing on 4 November 2025 between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin. The leaders emphasized expanding mutual investment, trade, and joint economic projects. Analysts say this move reflects both countries’ desire to maintain strong bilateral ties in a complex global environment. The agreement covers a broad range of sectors, including energy, technology, infrastructure, and manufacturing. Both sides plan to enhance collaboration to support long-term economic growth and stability. Experts note that…

OpenAI has entered a $38 billion (£29 billion) agreement with Amazon to tap into its cloud computing infrastructure. The deal strengthens OpenAI’s access to the computing power required to train its next generation of artificial intelligence systems. Expanding OpenAI’s global tech network In 2025, OpenAI has already signed over $1 trillion in partnerships with Oracle, Broadcom, AMD and Nvidia. The new alliance with Amazon reduces its long-standing dependence on Microsoft and expands its access to critical chip and cloud technologies. The seven-year partnership gives OpenAI access to Nvidia’s powerful processors through Amazon Web Services. It follows a major internal transformation…

Donald Trump dismissed the possibility of a United States war with Venezuela but suggested that President Nicolás Maduro’s rule may be nearing its end. Speaking to CBS’ 60 Minutes, Trump said: “I doubt it. I don’t think so. But they’ve been treating us very badly.” US steps up strikes on Caribbean drug routes Trump’s remarks come as Washington escalates strikes against boats suspected of smuggling drugs across the Caribbean. The administration insists the missions aim to stop narcotics from entering the United States. Critics argue the operations are intended to weaken Maduro’s government. Trump rejected that claim, saying the actions…

The roar returned to Anfield. After weeks of frustration and pressure, Liverpool found their rhythm again — and Arne Slot found his smile. The Dutch manager credited the fans for helping his side rediscover their fight and confidence. Liverpool had lost six of their previous seven games in all competitions, and the tension had been growing. But against Aston Villa, everything changed. Goals from Mohamed Salah and Ryan Gravenberch sealed a 2-0 victory that ended a four-match Premier League losing streak and lifted the Reds back to third place. For the first time in weeks, the Anfield crowd could sense…

China is increasing its strategic oil reserves, a move that supports energy security and helps stabilize global markets. Recent reports show the country is importing more than 11 million barrels of oil per day, directing roughly 1 to 1.2 million barrels daily into national reserves. The expansion of strategic reserves signals China’s focus on long-term energy security. By stockpiling oil, the country prepares for supply disruptions, price fluctuations, or unexpected demand spikes. Analysts say this approach strengthens China’s resilience against global market shocks. Global oil markets also benefit from China’s reserve-building strategy. Strategic stockpiling can reduce sudden demand swings, contributing…

South Korea emerges as a hub for advanced AI Nvidia will supply over 260,000 of its most advanced AI chips to South Korea’s government and leading companies including Samsung, LG, and Hyundai. The chips will power factories producing semiconductors, robots, and autonomous vehicles. Chief executive Jensen Huang said the deal allows South Korea to “export intelligence as a new product.” He did not reveal the total value of the contracts. The announcement caps a historic week for Nvidia. On Wednesday, the company became the first ever to reach a $5 trillion valuation. A day later, optimism grew that improving US-China…

US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met for the first time in six years, raising cautious hopes of easing tensions between the world’s two largest economies. Trump described the meeting in South Korea as “amazing,” while Beijing said both sides had reached a consensus to address “major trade issues.” Relations have been rocky since Trump imposed sweeping tariffs on Chinese goods, prompting Beijing’s retaliation. A short-lived truce in May failed to end the confrontation. No formal trade deal came from Thursday’s talks, but both leaders hinted at progress. Behind closed doors, negotiators have struggled for months to…

A huge Microsoft outage on Wednesday brought parts of the global internet to a standstill. Websites for Heathrow, NatWest, and Minecraft went offline for several hours, leaving millions unable to access key services before systems were restored later that night. Websites crash as users report widespread failures Thousands of people reported website crashes and login errors across multiple countries. Outage tracker Downdetector showed a sharp spike in complaints as users faced slow-loading pages and broken links. Microsoft confirmed that many Microsoft 365 users suffered long delays in Outlook and related services. By 21:00 GMT, most affected websites had returned online…