Author: Grace Johnson

Porsche stock slid more than seven percent on Monday after the carmaker confirmed delays to its electric rollout. The company had already warned that falling demand would drag down its 2025 earnings. Volkswagen takes a hit Parent company Volkswagen also lost more than seven percent on the same day. It pledged billions to update Porsche’s line-up, which spooked investors further. The fall underlines how European automakers face Chinese competition and a weakening economy. Profit target slashed Porsche cut its profit margin forecast from up to seven percent to two percent or less. The firm cited US tariffs, weaker Chinese luxury…

Apple has accused European regulators of unfairly attacking its closed ecosystem, insisting the EU denies users the “magical, innovative experience” that defines the company. “We face a serious threat in Europe,” Greg Joswiak said ahead of Apple’s latest product launches. Apple argues its tightly controlled mix of hardware and software guarantees safety and quality, while EU regulators counter that it shuts out competitors and restricts fair competition. Years of tension bring major penalty Apple’s disputes with Brussels have dragged on for years, culminating in April with a €500m fine for alleged anti-competitive practices in its App Store. The Digital Markets…

Have you cut back on caffeine and felt your dreams grow sharper? Many people report this change within just a few days. Some describe dreams that feel emotional, detailed, or even unsettling. Reducing caffeine has obvious benefits like whiter teeth and fewer trips to the bathroom. Yet one surprising effect often emerges: stronger and more memorable dreams. What explains this unusual link? How caffeine disrupts sleep Caffeine acts as a stimulant and blocks adenosine, a chemical that builds while we are awake. Adenosine normally creates sleepiness by evening, helping us rest. During sleep, it clears, so we wake refreshed. When…

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing a $100,000 fee on applicants to the H-1B visa programme. The order claims the system faces “abuse” and blocks entry unless the fee is paid. Critics argue the H-1B programme threatens American jobs. Supporters, including billionaire Elon Musk, say it helps the US attract leading international talent. Gold card opens doors for the wealthy Trump also unveiled a “gold card” that accelerates visas for certain immigrants. The scheme starts with payments of at least £1m. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick joined Trump in the Oval Office on Friday. “A hundred thousand dollars…

A deal over TikTok may be approaching. US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will meet to discuss terms on Friday. Officials from both governments reached a “framework” agreement this week. Reports suggest TikTok’s US operations may be sold to American companies. If successful, one expert described it as a “rare breakthrough” in US-China trade ties. It could end a dispute that has shaped headlines for years. Analysts now examine what such an agreement means for TikTok’s 170 million American users, and what Beijing may gain in return. America may not access TikTok’s core technology Chinese state outlets…

Meta has introduced new smart glasses enhanced with artificial intelligence. The company aims to make them everyday essentials worldwide. Meta Connect product launch At the Meta Connect developer conference, CEO Mark Zuckerberg showcased several new devices developed with Ray-Ban and Oakley. One of the highlights was a neural wristband. It links with the Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses and enables users to send messages through subtle hand gestures. The launch came as Meta faces continuing criticism over the effects of its platforms. Campaigners warn particularly about risks for children. Zuckerberg called the development a “huge scientific breakthrough.” He addressed hundreds of…

Food prices climbed again in August, extending a streak of five monthly increases. Official figures show the fastest rise since early last year. The cost of food and non-alcoholic drinks rose 5.1% over the year. Beef, butter, milk and chocolate saw the sharpest increases. Slower price growth in other areas, including air fares, held overall inflation at 3.8%, the same as July. Economists said supermarkets are passing higher wage and National Insurance costs straight onto shoppers. Bank of England expected to pause Inflation remains well above the Bank of England’s 2% target. Analysts expect the central bank to hold interest…

US President Donald Trump announced he will sue the New York Times for 15 billion dollars, claiming defamation and libel. Trump posted on his platform Truth Social that the newspaper has lied and smeared him for too long and that this must end immediately. Criticism of Kamala Harris endorsement The president condemned the Times for endorsing Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. He accused the paper of acting as a mouthpiece for the Democratic Party. Trump said he will file the lawsuit in Florida, a Republican stronghold. The New York Times has not issued a response to the claim. Frustration…

Lawyer Henry Clack knows Nigerian criminal gangs all too well. Clack, a solicitor at London-based law firm HFW, represents global shipping firms struck by cyber attacks. He says Nigerian groups are the most frequent adversaries. They have carried out multiple high-value “man-in-the-middle” frauds in recent years. How hackers infiltrate global trade This type of fraud lets hackers intercept messages between two parties. They impersonate both sides to steal login credentials, financial data, or even full system access. Criminals then demand ransom to return stolen information or relinquish control of computers. HFW figures reveal that attacks on ships and ports are…

Trump makes sanctions conditional US President Donald Trump said he is ready to impose tougher sanctions on Russia. But he demanded Nato members first stop buying Russian oil. On his Truth Social platform, he wrote he was “ready for major sanctions on Russia” once Nato states had “agreed and started to do the same.” Trump has often spoken of harsher action against Moscow. Yet he has not acted when the Kremlin ignored his deadlines. He described the purchase of Russian oil as “shocking.” He also suggested tariffs of 50 to 100 percent on China. He argued such measures would weaken…