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AI Momentum Sparks Investor FrenzyAlphabet, the company behind Google, has officially crossed the $4 trillion market value mark, joining the ranks of Nvidia, Microsoft, and Apple. Over the past year, artificial intelligence has fueled unprecedented investor enthusiasm, driving tech valuations to new heights. Despite caution from industry insiders, including Google’s own CEO, the company’s stock has surged roughly 75% over the past 12 months and nearly 7% since January. The announcement that Apple will integrate Google’s Gemini AI into Siri added a fresh boost, signaling strong confidence in Alphabet’s AI capabilities. Battling for AI DominanceAlphabet’s AI strategy has intensified competition…
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…
Global focus on Washington President Trump now confronts a defining decision on Iran. Ten days ago, he warned the United States would protect Iranian protesters if authorities used violence. He said American forces were locked, loaded, and ready to act. At that time, the crackdown had not fully escalated. Now, reports reveal the full scale of repression. The world watches closely for Trump’s next move. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said only the president knows his plans. She added that the world can continue guessing. That uncertainty now dominates Washington. Observers question how long patience can hold. Military options…
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…
Germany is taking a leading role in the EU’s global trade strategy, backing both the recently approved Mercosur deal with South America and a potential free trade agreement with India. Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday that European leaders could sign the India pact by the end of January, highlighting the EU’s aim to expand trade beyond the US and China. India Seen as Key Economic Partner Speaking during a trip to India, Merz emphasized the importance of free trade and warned against rising protectionist trends worldwide. He said European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President…
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…
Elon Musk said critics of X used the Grok controversy to push for censorship. He spoke after outrage over the AI chatbot on the platform. Users created sexualised images without consent. Campaigners said the tool caused serious harm. Musk dismissed the criticism as an attack on free expression. Ofcom launches urgent investigation Media regulator Ofcom said it opened a rapid assessment of X. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall confirmed full government backing. She said officials expected swift answers. Ofcom contacted X earlier this week. The regulator set a strict deadline for explanations. MPs warn of gaps in online safety law Senior…
Iran is facing a rapidly worsening situation as nationwide protests enter their third week, the death toll climbs, and the government maintains a near-total internet blackout. At the same time, reports indicate that the United States and Israel are discussing possible intervention, prompting stern warnings from Tehran. Tehran Issues Stark Warnings to US and Israel Iranian leaders have made it clear that any US strike would trigger a strong response. Speaking in parliament on Sunday, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said that US military bases, shipping centres, and Israel would be considered “legitimate targets” in the event of an…
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…
Governments are facing growing pressure to act against the outsized carbon footprint of the ultra-wealthy. Activists are calling for bans on high-emission luxury items like private jets and super-yachts, alongside new taxes on fossil fuel profits, as a way to meet climate targets and reduce inequality. Recent research from Oxfam highlights the scale of the problem. The richest one per cent of people had already used up their entire annual carbon budget just ten days into 2026 — a moment dubbed “Pollutocrat Day.” This marks the point when emissions surpass the limit needed to keep global warming below 1.5°C. Even…
