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.
Rising Prices Prompt Swift Action President Donald Trump lifts tariffs on a wide range of imported foods. He signs an order removing duties on coffee, bananas and beef. The move comes as households face growing frustration over rising grocery bills. Trump had previously dismissed affordability concerns despite Republican setbacks in recent elections. The new exemption list includes avocados, tomatoes, coconuts and mangoes. Officials say US producers cannot supply these goods in sufficient quantities. Trump Stands by Trade Policy Trump maintains his tariffs never raised consumer prices. He claims critics exaggerate affordability concerns for political reasons. He says the levies protect…
Judge Ends Years of LitigationA bankruptcy judge approved a $7.4bn settlement on Friday, requiring Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family to pay for their role in the US opioid crisis. The ruling ends years of legal battles to hold the OxyContin-maker and its owners accountable. It also releases long-delayed funds for people struggling with addiction. Purdue filed for bankruptcy in 2019 after thousands of lawsuits accused the company of fueling the opioid epidemic. Settlement Exceeds Previous OfferThe new deal adds over $1bn to a prior settlement rejected by the Supreme Court last year. Steve Miller, Purdue board chairman, said the…
Apology Sparks Political StormThe national broadcaster apologises to US President Donald Trump after Panorama producers stitched together parts of his 6 January 2021 speech. The edit falsely suggested Trump directly encouraged violent action. The 2024 programme will no longer air. Trump’s lawyers threaten a $1bn lawsuit and demand a retraction, an apology, and compensation. The scandal leads to the resignations of Director General Tim Davie and News Chief Deborah Turness on Sunday. The broadcaster seeks comment from the White House. Second Edited Clip RevealedThe apology comes hours after the Daily Telegraph exposes another edited clip from a 2022 Newsnight broadcast.…
President Donald Trump has approved a short-term spending bill that ends the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. He signed the measure just hours after the House of Representatives voted 222 to 209 on Wednesday night. Two days earlier, the Senate had narrowly passed the same legislation after intense negotiations. In the Oval Office, Trump said the government would “resume normal operations” after “people were hurt so badly” during the 43-day closure. Since October, many federal agencies had suspended operations. About 1.4 million federal employees were either on unpaid leave or working without pay. Food assistance programs froze, and nationwide…
US President Donald Trump says he has a “duty” to sue a British broadcaster for editing part of his 6 January 2021 speech in a Panorama documentary. Speaking to Fox News, he claimed the edit “butchered” his words and “misled” viewers. This is his first public comment since his lawyers warned of a $1 billion lawsuit unless the organisation retracts the programme, apologises, and pays compensation. Trump insists speech was altered In an interview on The Ingraham Angle, Trump said he plans to pursue legal action. “Well, I guess I have to,” he said. “They deceived the public, and they…
The United States Senate has passed a crucial funding bill that could end the nation’s longest government shutdown within days. The measure cleared the chamber late on Monday with a 60-40 vote, supported by nearly all Republicans and eight Democrats. The agreement funds federal operations through the end of January. The bill now moves to the House of Representatives, which must approve it before President Donald Trump can sign it into law. Trump said earlier on Monday that he was ready to support the legislation. The deal followed weekend negotiations between both parties aimed at reopening federal agencies and returning…
Leadership change targets renewed growthDiageo, the world’s largest drinks company, has appointed former Tesco chief executive Sir Dave Lewis as its new leader. He will take charge on 1 January, following the summer resignation of Debra Crew, who stepped down after two years in the role. The company aims to reverse falling sales and rebuild investor confidence. While Guinness continues to perform well, other brands in Diageo’s portfolio have struggled, pushing shares to a 10-year low. The announcement lifted shares by 7% in early Monday trading. Global brands face market challengesDiageo owns iconic drinks including Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff and Captain…
A powerful super typhoon has hit the Philippines, unleashing destructive winds and relentless rain. Authorities warn of “life-threatening conditions” as the storm moves across the country’s largest and most populated island. Bicol Region Hit First by the Typhoon Typhoon Fung Wong, carrying sustained winds of 185 km/h, is battering several provinces, according to the national weather bureau Pagasa. The eastern Bicol region was the first to take the storm’s full force early Sunday morning. Luzon, the country’s main population center, is expected to face the heaviest impact by nightfall. Locally known as Uwan, Fung Wong arrives just days after Typhoon…
Airports across the United States fell into chaos on Friday as more than 5,000 flights were cancelled or delayed. Federal orders requiring airlines to cut schedules amid the ongoing government shutdown triggered the disruptions. The measures, applied at 40 of the nation’s busiest airports, aim to ease pressure on air traffic controllers and other essential federal employees still working without pay. Many have been missing shifts or taking second jobs to survive as the shutdown stretches into its second month. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued an emergency order mandating a 4% reduction in flights, warning that cuts could rise…
Tesla shareholders have approved a record-breaking compensation package for Elon Musk that could reach nearly $1 trillion. The plan, supported by 75% of votes at Thursday’s annual meeting, was met with loud applause and excitement from attendees. Musk, already the world’s richest individual, must significantly increase Tesla’s market value over the next decade to claim the full payout. If he achieves all performance milestones, he will receive hundreds of millions of new Tesla shares. Critics have called the deal excessive, but Tesla’s board argued the company cannot risk losing Musk’s leadership. Musk celebrates on stage in Austin After the vote,…
