Amazon Web Services (AWS) said late Monday it had fixed a huge outage that took thousands of websites and apps offline across the world for much of the day. More than 1,000 platforms — including Snapchat and major banks such as Lloyds and Halifax — went down after technical failures struck Amazon’s cloud network in the United States. Downdetector, which tracks online disruptions, logged more than 11 million user reports during the outage. Experts said the event revealed just how dependent global digital infrastructure has become on a few powerful cloud providers. One error triggers a global shutdown Professor Alan…
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Grace Johnson
Grace Johnson is a freelance journalist based in Beijing 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.
It took Rúben Amorim 11 months, 35 matches, and countless doubts to find this breakthrough. The Portuguese coach had once admitted his Manchester United side might be “the worst in the club’s history.” His position looked fragile, and only minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s public support stopped the rumours from consuming him. Then came Anfield — the home of United’s fiercest rivals and their greatest pain. There, Amorim’s men finally fought like a Manchester United team again. A win defined by spirit and steel This was no opportunistic win like last December’s surprise at Manchester City. United started sharp and…
When Kerry Dunstan and his partner started searching for an electric car this summer, they asked one key question: “How’s the battery?” They soon found a 2021 Nissan Leaf with 29,000 miles. The dealer told them its state of health (SOH) was 93%. That sealed the deal. For £12,500, they bought a roomy, reliable electric car that fit their needs. Dunstan, a cabinetmaker who also drives a sleek electric Volvo SUV, admits the Leaf doesn’t excite him. “I like cars with a bit more punch – this one’s a bit dull,” he says. Still, he’s happy. “It’s done exactly what…
Lamborghini’s chief executive says the brand’s soul remains tied to the roar and emotion of petrol engines. The Italian supercar maker plans to keep them for at least another decade before fully going electric. Hybrids over full electrics At Lamborghini’s London showroom, CEO Stephan Winkelmann said enthusiasm for electric cars is slowing. He sees this as a chance to focus on hybrid technology that balances performance and emotion. The company will soon decide whether its upcoming grand tourer, the Lanzador, will be fully electric or a plug-in hybrid. Winkelmann said Lamborghini acts responsibly but noted that, as a low-volume manufacturer,…
A surprise phone call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday has thrown a shadow over Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s visit to Washington. The two leaders agreed to meet soon to discuss the war in Ukraine, blindsiding Kyiv and complicating Zelensky’s efforts to secure new US weapons. The timing was striking. Within just one day, Russia fired dozens of missiles and launched more than 300 drones at targets across Ukraine. Civilian sites were hit once again, damaging gas pipelines and power stations just as the cold season begins. The result: rolling blackouts and a sense…
President Donald Trump said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to scale back India’s purchases of Russian oil. The announcement came as Washington increased pressure on Moscow’s energy revenues and sought to isolate the Kremlin over the war in Ukraine. Trump told reporters that Modi assured him India would stop buying Russian oil “within a short period of time.” He called the pledge “a big stop.” US steps up pressure on India The US president has leveraged India’s reliance on Russian oil in trade talks. So far, New Delhi has resisted, insisting its energy policies serve national interests and…
China’s efforts to combine green finance with green technology innovation are showing strong results in reducing pollution and carbon emissions. A recent study indicates that this synergy has significantly improved environmental performance across the country, particularly in the eastern and western regions. By integrating financial incentives with technological advancements, China is accelerating its path toward sustainability. Experts say that green finance policies, including green bonds, loans, and investment funds, are providing crucial support for companies developing clean technologies. These policies encourage businesses to adopt eco-friendly practices, reduce emissions, and invest in renewable energy projects. At the same time, technological innovation…
The United States has seized more than $14 billion in bitcoin and charged Cambodian businessman Chen Zhi, founder of the Prince Group, for allegedly running one of the largest cryptocurrency scams in history. The joint US-UK operation uncovered a global criminal network built on fraud, forced labour, and money laundering. Cambodian Tycoon Accused of Leading Worldwide Scam Chen Zhi, a dual citizen of Cambodia and the UK, was charged in New York with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering. Both governments sanctioned his companies and froze his assets. UK authorities confirmed that 19 London properties linked to Chen’s…
Virudhunagar, a modest town in southeastern India, is better known for its centuries-old temples. Yet behind those ancient walls, a quiet digital transformation is taking shape. Here, locals are helping train the artificial intelligence systems that drive the modern tech world. Ancient roots meet digital dreams Mohan Kumar spends his workdays teaching machines to think. “I work in AI annotation. I collect and label data to train AI models so they can identify and predict objects. Over time, they start making independent decisions,” he explains. India has long been a global leader in outsourced IT services, with cities like Bangalore…
China has accused the United States of risking a new global trade war after Donald Trump threatened to impose a 100% tariff on Chinese goods. Beijing called the move “a blatant act of double standards” and said it might take countermeasures if Washington follows through. A spokesperson for China’s commerce ministry declared that China “does not want a trade war, but is never afraid of one.” Trump’s latest tariff threat sparks international concern Trump’s comments came after China tightened export rules for rare earth materials used in high-tech manufacturing. He accused Beijing of turning “very hostile” and of trying to…
