Author: Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 10 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He earned his degree in Journalism from the University of Florida. Throughout his career, he has contributed to outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, and Reuters. Known for his clear reporting and in-depth analysis, Andrew delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and international developments.
BP has warned it expects to write down up to $5bn on its green and low-carbon energy businesses as it refocuses on fossil fuels under new chair Albert Manifold. The writedowns, mainly linked to BP’s gas and transition divisions, will not affect underlying profits when full-year results are published in February. BP has been scaling back green ambitions by cancelling hydrogen projects and seeking to sell a stake in its solar arm, Lightsource. The update comes amid weaker oil trading and falling crude prices, with Brent averaging $63.73 a barrel in the final quarter. Shares dipped after the announcement, echoing…
Diageo is reportedly considering selling its Chinese assets as part of a strategic review under its new chief executive, Dave Lewis. The owner of brands including Guinness and Johnnie Walker is working with Goldman Sachs and UBS to assess its operations in China, where sales have been declining, according to reports. Diageo’s holdings include a controlling stake in Sichuan Swellfun, a Shanghai-listed producer and distributor of baijiu, China’s traditional distilled spirit. The banks are said to be gauging interest from Chinese strategic buyers and private equity firms. Shares in Sichuan Swellfun have fallen 14% over the past year, valuing the…
Same-sex sexual behaviour among non-human primates may help reinforce social bonds and maintain group stability during environmental or social stress, researchers suggest. Writing in Nature Ecology & Evolution, scientists led by Prof Vincent Savolainen of Imperial College London analysed reports across 59 primate species, including chimpanzees, Barbary macaques and mountain gorillas. They found the behaviour to be widespread, indicating either a deep evolutionary origin or repeated independent evolution. The study found same-sex sexual behaviour was more common in species living in harsh, dry environments with scarce resources and higher predation risk. It was also linked to longer lifespans, pronounced size…
West Ham United edged past Queens Park Rangers in extra time to reach the FA Cup fourth round, easing pressure on manager Nuno Espírito Santo after a long winless run. The match underlined West Ham’s struggles, with Championship opponents pushing them hard and forcing extra time. January signing Taty Castellanos proved decisive, heading home the winner from a cross by Crysencio Summerville, who also scored West Ham’s opener in one of his strongest displays for the club. QPR impressed with their organisation and intensity, equalising through Richard Kone after good work from Karamoko Dembélé and earning praise from their manager…
Chelsea began the Liam Rosenior era with a comfortable 5-1 FA Cup win over Charlton Athletic, though supporter anger again overshadowed events on the pitch. Chelsea’s second string dominated possession and progressed smoothly to the fourth round, but chants against owners Clearlake Capital and nostalgia for Roman Abramovich filled the away end. Rosenior, appointed after the messy departure of Enzo Maresca, rotated heavily with key players rested. Goals from Jorrel Hato, Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Guiu, Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández sealed the result. Charlton briefly threatened when Miles Leaburn scored from a corner, again exposing Chelsea’s defensive lapses. A lively…
Bukayo Saka has agreed a new five-year contract with Arsenal that will make him one of the highest-paid players in the club’s history. The deal, which is expected to be confirmed soon, will run until 2031 and is understood to be worth more than £15m a season, reflecting Saka’s importance to the team. Arsenal’s sporting director Andrea Berta prioritised securing the future of the Hale End graduate after renewing several key contracts last year. Saka, who joined the club aged seven, has been central to Arsenal’s title push and recently reiterated his desire to win major honours with the club.…
People who stop taking weight-loss injections regain the weight they lost in under two years, according to a large new analysis. The study examined GLP-1 agonist medications, originally developed for diabetes, which suppress appetite by mimicking the GLP-1 hormone. Researchers from the University of Oxford reviewed 37 studies involving more than 9,000 participants, with findings published in the BMJ. On average, participants regained weight at a rate of 0.4kg per month after stopping treatment and returned to their original weight within 1.7 years. Weight regain occurred almost four times faster than in behavioural weight-loss programmes such as diet and exercise…
Nottingham Forest boosted their survival hopes with a late comeback win over West Ham United. West Ham led early through a Tomas Soucek effort but failed to build control. A disallowed goal for Crysencio Summerville proved pivotal moments after the restart. Forest responded immediately as Nicolás Domínguez headed an equaliser from a corner. West Ham’s defensive fragility resurfaced late when goalkeeper Alphonse Areola clumsily fouled Morgan Gibbs-White. After a VAR review, Gibbs-White converted the 89th-minute penalty to seal the win. The result left West Ham winless in 10 matches and seven points adrift of Forest. Pressure continues to mount on…
Manchester City will be without Rúben Dias for up to six weeks due to a hamstring injury. The setback deepens Pep Guardiola’s defensive crisis, with Josko Gvardiol also sidelined long term. City are considering a move for Marc Guéhi amid the centre-back shortage. Meanwhile, the club is close to signing Antoine Semenyo, who is due for a medical after City agreed to meet his £65m release clause. Academy defender Max Alleyne has been recalled to provide cover, while Guardiola insists his squad can cope despite mounting absences.
New York City has appointed a new schools chancellor, gaining strong support from educators for a vision focused on equity and inclusive learning. The appointment reflects the city’s commitment to providing all students with access to high-quality education. The new chancellor has emphasized broad learning opportunities that cater to diverse student needs. Programs include expanded arts education, STEM initiatives, and resources for multilingual learners and students with special needs. Educators praised the selection, noting the chancellor’s track record in promoting fairness and inclusion in schools. The appointee has previously implemented policies to reduce achievement gaps and ensure all students receive…
