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.
Narrow Vote Exposes Divisions in Congress The US House of Representatives voted to overturn President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods. Lawmakers approved the resolution with 219 votes in favor and 211 votes against. Six Republican lawmakers joined Democrats to support the measure. The vote remains largely symbolic because the US Senate must approve it and Trump must sign it. Trump is very unlikely to approve the measure if it reaches his desk. Trump Escalated Tariffs After Re-Election Trump imposed several tariffs on Canada after his re-election. He recently threatened a 100% import tax in response to Canada’s proposed trade…
Agency Refuses to Review Seasonal Flu Shot The US Food and Drug Administration refused to accept Moderna’s application to review its first mRNA seasonal flu vaccine. The company announced the decision on Tuesday. The refusal delivers another setback for mRNA vaccine development in the United States. Several officials in the Trump administration have recently criticized the technology. The FDA said the application lacked an adequate and well-controlled trial. The agency said the control group did not reflect the best available standard of care in the United States during the study. Moderna said regulators did not raise any safety or efficacy…
Discord will soon require users worldwide to verify their age before accessing adult content. Users must confirm their age with a face scan or upload an official ID. The platform says it has more than 200 million monthly users. The company says the new safety system will place all users into a teen-appropriate environment by default. Discord already requires age checks in the UK and Australia to comply with online safety laws. The platform will expand the system globally from early March. Savannah Badalich, Discord’s policy head, said teen safety remains a central priority. She added that teen-by-default settings strengthen…
The Seattle Seahawks crushed the New England Patriots with a dominant defensive performance, winning the Super Bowl 29-13 at Levi’s Stadium. The victory marked Seattle’s second championship in franchise history. Two of the NFL’s toughest defences clashed in the season’s biggest game, and Seattle controlled the field from the first snap. Briton Aden Durde became the first overseas coach to lift the league’s top prize in the United States. Dark Side Defence Takes Over Seattle’s 46-year-old defensive coordinator has built the league’s most feared unit, nicknamed “the Dark Side.” On Super Bowl Sunday in Santa Clara, California, the Patriots struggled…
A South Korean cryptocurrency exchange accidentally sent customers more than 40 billion dollars in bitcoin. The mistake briefly turned some users into multimillionaires. The company had intended to give a small reward of 2,000 won, worth about 1.37 dollars. Instead, it sent 2,000 bitcoins to customers on Friday. The platform Bithumb apologised for the error and explained the incident. The company said it quickly noticed the mistake and recovered nearly all missing tokens. It restricted trading and withdrawals for 695 affected customers within 35 minutes of the glitch. Exchange Recovers Almost All Erroneous Bitcoin Bithumb said it retrieved 99.7 percent…
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order threatening tariffs on countries that continue trading with Iran. The order does not set a fixed rate but uses 25 percent as an example. It states the tariff could apply to goods imported into the United States from any nation that directly or indirectly purchases goods or services from Iran. Trump did not comment directly on the order but emphasized that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons. He spoke from Air Force One while senior US and Iranian officials held talks in Oman after weeks of escalating threats. Trump had already…
The European Union has told TikTok to change its platform design or face massive financial penalties. The European Commission said the video app violated EU online safety rules. Officials reached this conclusion after an investigation launched in February 2024. Regulators examined how TikTok’s features influence user behaviour. The Commission said TikTok failed to properly assess risks to mental wellbeing. Investigators highlighted autoplay and endless content feeds. They said these features can harm users, especially children. Regulators also said TikTok did not put in place enough safeguards to limit these risks. TikTok rejected the findings through a company spokesperson. The firm…
For two months, the US Department of Justice released millions of documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein. The files reveal years of alleged sex trafficking by the wealthy financier. President Donald Trump now calls for the country to move on. Washington, however, shows little interest in letting the story fade. Justice department closes its review Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the government review has concluded. Congress mandated the review through legislation passed in November. Blanche said prosecutors found no grounds for new criminal charges. He confirmed the files include emails, photographs, and extensive correspondence. He added that such material alone…
Netflix came under intense scrutiny in Washington over its $82bn (£61bn) bid to acquire Warner Bros Discovery. Lawmakers questioned whether the merger would benefit consumers or workers. Senators from both parties expressed concern during an antitrust hearing. Senators warn deal could harm competition and raise costs Members of the Senate antitrust subcommittee said the merger could reduce competition across entertainment markets. Several senators warned that subscription costs might rise. Others questioned whether cinemas could survive if regulators approve the deal. The Department of Justice is reviewing the proposed transaction. Approval would give Netflix control of Warner Bros film and television…
China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles over serious safety concerns. The country becomes the first to outlaw the design. Regulators acted as electric vehicles face growing scrutiny worldwide. Several deadly accidents raised alarm among authorities. Two fatal crashes in China involved electric cars manufactured by Xiaomi. Investigators suspected power failures prevented passengers from opening the doors. Mechanical Door Access Becomes Mandatory The new regulations allow sales only for cars with mechanical door releases inside and outside. State media reported the full details of the rules. Authorities want to guarantee access during accidents and power failures. Regulators aim…