The Seattle Seahawks overpowered the New England Patriots with a relentless defensive display, 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 most dominant defences met in the season’s biggest game, and Seattle controlled the field from the opening snap. Briton Aden Durde became the first overseas coach to lift the league’s top prize in the United States. Dark Side Defence Dominates Seattle’s 46-year-old defensive coordinator has built the NFL’s most feared unit, nicknamed “the Dark Side.” On Super Bowl Sunday in Santa Clara, California, the Patriots could…
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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.
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 detailed 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 Nearly 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 ordered 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 shape user behaviour. The Commission said TikTok failed to properly assess risks to mental wellbeing. Investigators focused on autoplay and endless content feeds. They said these features can harm users, especially children. Regulators also said TikTok did not implement sufficient safeguards to reduce these risks. TikTok rejected the findings through a company spokesperson. The firm called…
For two months, the US Department of Justice released millions of documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The files reveal years of alleged sex trafficking by the wealthy financier. President Donald Trump now urges Americans to move on. Washington, however, shows little sign of letting the story fade. Justice department concludes its review Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said the government review has ended. 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 the material alone cannot justify…
Netflix faced tough questions from US senators over its $82bn takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, amid concerns for consumers, workers, and competition. On Tuesday, members of the Senate antitrust subcommittee, including Democrats and Republicans, warned the deal could raise prices and threaten cinemas. The Department of Justice is reviewing the merger, which would give Netflix control of Warner Bros’ film and TV studios and the HBO Max streaming service. Rival bidder Paramount Skydance continues to push its competing offer. Senators’ questions revealed bipartisan unease, while the DoJ decides whether to approve or block the deal. Senators probe theatres and workforce…
China has banned hidden door handles on electric vehicles amid rising safety concerns. The country becomes the first to prohibit the design. Regulators acted as electric vehicles face increased scrutiny worldwide. Several deadly accidents prompted the move. Two fatal crashes in China involved electric cars produced by Xiaomi. Investigators suspected power failures prevented passengers from opening the doors. Mechanical Door Access Becomes Mandatory The new rules allow sales only for cars with mechanical door releases inside and outside. State media reported full details of the regulations. Authorities want to guarantee access during accidents and power failures. Regulators aim to prevent…
Gold and silver prices fell sharply after a dramatic reversal erased recent record highs. Investors reacted quickly to changing market signals. Metals Slide After Record Peaks In Monday’s Asian trade, spot gold dropped more than 9% to $4,403 an ounce, while silver plunged 15% to under $72. Both metals had reached fresh highs in January as investors sought “safe haven” assets amid geopolitical uncertainty. Markets also worried about the independence of the US Federal Reserve. Fed Nomination Sparks Market Reaction Prices fell after President Donald Trump nominated Kevin Warsh, a former central bank governor, as Fed chair. Financial markets welcomed…
Carlos Alcaraz won a thrilling Australian Open final and became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam at 22. He denied Novak Djokovic a record 25th major title. Alcaraz fell to the court after sealing a 2-6 6-2 6-3 7-5 victory. The Melbourne crowd celebrated a moment that could redefine men’s tennis. Sportsmanship marks a historic moment Djokovic showed grace despite the loss. He climbed over the net and hugged Alcaraz as applause filled Rod Laver Arena. The Serbian champion recognised the significance of the occasion. He knows chances to further cement his legacy now come less often.…
Donald Trump warned that doing business with China posed serious risks for the UK as Sir Keir Starmer arrived in Shanghai. The prime minister reached the city on the third day of his official visit to China. Trump reacted to agreements designed to expand trade and investment between Britain and China. Officials announced those deals after Sir Keir met President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Trump made the remarks while attending a documentary premiere about his wife, Melania, on Thursday. He described Xi as a friend and said he knew the Chinese president very well. Trump did not offer further details…