Author: Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers is a freelance journalist based in Chicago, USA, with over 10 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of Florida. Over the years, he has contributed to leading outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, and Reuters. Recognized for his sharp reporting and thoughtful analysis, Andrew delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers updated on key national and global developments.
Larry Ellison overtook Elon Musk after Oracle shares jumped 40%, valuing his fortune at $393bn.Ellison owns 41% of Oracle, whose shares rose to $340, giving the company a $958bn valuation.The increase marked Oracle’s largest single-day gain and the biggest one-day wealth rise on Bloomberg’s index.Ellison, 81, also holds Tesla shares, a sailing team, the Indian Wells Open, and a Hawaiian island.He has a long-standing relationship with Musk, serving on Tesla’s board and investing $1bn in Twitter.Ellison supports Donald Trump and appeared at the Stargate AI project launch, while Musk’s Trump ties recently soured.Oracle’s growth benefits from AI cloud service demand,…
Apple will reveal its thinnest iPhone yet at Tuesday’s “awe-dropping” event in Cupertino.The iPhone 17 series will include standard, Pro, Pro Max, and the new iPhone Air.iPhone Air may become Apple’s lightest flagship, following the slim MacBook design tradition.Apple will also launch Apple Watch series 11 and updated AirPods earbuds.AirPods might feature live translation, a capability Google’s Pixel Buds already offer.Apple plans to announce release dates for iOS 26 and macOS Tahoe.Trump’s tariffs could disrupt Apple’s supply chain and increase iPhone prices for consumers.Tim Cook moved production to India and shipped iPhones to the US to minimize costs.Apple Intelligence, the…
The 2025 film festival season is underway, with events taking place across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts can now plan submissions and attendance with the latest schedules. Several festivals are already running. Jakarta World Cinema in Indonesia continues from September 4 to October 4, while the 100% Manusia Film Festival runs September 4-14. The Toronto International Film Festival in Canada also runs through September 4-14. Other ongoing events include the Jakarta International Documentary Experimental Film Festival (September 5-13) and the Deauville American Film Festival in France (September 6-14). Cinehealth International Film Festival in the US takes…
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume said the company is close to a US tariff deal as it targets affordable electric cars in Europe. Trump-era tariffs and a turbulent market have already cost the group “several billions.” Even with a planned reduction from 27.5% to 15%, Blume said the tariffs remain a burden. Volkswagen Plans US Investments The company plans major US investments to secure a further tariff reduction and may localise Audi production. Blume emphasized ongoing talks with the US government to find a solution. Porsche Hit Hard Porsche faces heavy impact from tariffs and weak Chinese demand, as most US-bound…
This Sunday, 7 September, Europe will witness a blood-red full moon during a total lunar eclipse, the longest since 2022 at around 82 minutes. The Earth will pass directly between the sun and moon, casting its shadow and allowing only refracted red light to reach the lunar surface—hence the “blood moon” glow. Historically, blood moons carried weighty symbolism. Across Babylon, China, and Central America, they were often seen as omens of death, war, or divine punishment. In contrast, some African cultures, such as the Batammaliba of Togo and Benin, view the eclipse as a chance for renewal, resolving conflicts, and…
Max Verstappen set a new Formula 1 record to claim pole for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, posting a 1:18.792 lap at an average speed of over 164mph. He edged McLaren duo Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in a thrilling qualifying session. The result marks a turnaround for Verstappen, who last year described his car as “undriveable” at Monza. Red Bull’s strong pace comes amid adjustments under new team principal Laurent Mekies following Christian Horner’s departure. Ferrari impressed on home soil as well, with Lewis Hamilton finishing fifth in his Monza debut for the Scuderia, narrowly behind Charles Leclerc,…
A new ultrasound “helmet” could provide a non-surgical alternative for treating neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s disease, depression, Tourette syndrome, Alzheimer’s, and chronic pain. The device can target brain regions 1,000 times smaller than conventional ultrasound, potentially replacing deep brain stimulation (DBS), which requires invasive electrode implants. A study in Nature Communications demonstrated the helmet’s ability to focus on regions 30 times smaller than previous deep-brain ultrasound systems. Researchers tested the system on seven volunteers, directing ultrasound waves to the lateral geniculate nucleus, a visual processing region, achieving highly precise results. Modulating the area produced lasting effects in the visual cortex,…
Labour could halt the badger cull, but only with a major investment in testing and vaccination, according to a new government-commissioned report. The review, led by Sir Charles Godfray, warns ministers have a “small chance” of eradicating bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in England by 2038 without additional resources. The disease costs taxpayers and the cattle industry around £150m annually, and more than 210,000 badgers have been killed since culling began in 2013. Godfray said evidence shows badgers can spread bTB to cattle, but non-lethal control methods, such as vaccination, could replace culling if properly scaled up. Measures like microchipping cattle to…
The Lancashire Wildlife Trust (LWT) has begun a project to reintroduce three rare species—large heath butterfly, bog bush cricket, and white-faced darter dragonfly—once common across Lancashire and Greater Manchester’s peat bogs. The insects’ lowland peatland habitats have been reduced by 96% due to human activity. LWT has been restoring these areas by rebuilding water systems and replanting specialist vegetation, and is now appealing for £20,000 to complete the work. “These insects play vital roles in the peatland ecosystem,” the trust said. The butterfly aids pollination, the cricket helps decompose plant matter and feeds birds, and the dragonfly keeps smaller invertebrate…
New Zealand is racing to protect its critically endangered birds, including the kākāpō, from H5 avian influenza before the spring migration brings the virus to its shores. With fewer than 250 kākāpō left, even a single outbreak could be catastrophic. A world-first trial by the Department of Conservation vaccinated 10 captive birds from five species with the H5N3 poultry vaccine. After two doses a month apart, four species developed strong antibodies lasting at least six months, offering hope for safeguarding breeding populations in captivity and on offshore islands. The next challenge is creating a strategic rollout ahead of migratory birds’…