Author: Grace Johnson

China’s BYD is on the verge of a historic breakthrough. The company is set to surpass Tesla as the world’s largest electric vehicle seller. This milestone would mark the first annual sales victory over the US rival. BYD reported strong results on Thursday. Sales of battery powered cars rose nearly 28 percent last year. Global deliveries exceeded 2.25 million vehicles. Tesla will release its full 2025 sales figures later on Friday. Analyst estimates already point to a clear shortfall. They suggest Tesla sold about 1.65 million vehicles over the year. Tesla Faces Intensifying Pressure Tesla struggled through a challenging year…

Gold and silver ended the year with intense swings following a historic rally. Both metals recorded their strongest annual gains since 1979. Trading remained volatile until the final sessions. Investors reacted to interest rate signals, geopolitical tension, and fragile financial markets. Gold prices jumped more than 60 percent over the year. The metal reached a record peak above 4,549 dollars per ounce. Prices eased after Christmas. Gold traded around 4,330 dollars per ounce on New Year’s Eve. Silver mirrored gold’s volatility. The metal traded near 71 dollars per ounce at year end. Earlier in the week, silver touched an all-time…

Meta has completed the acquisition of the Chinese-founded AI start-up Manus. The company wants to enhance its technology and expand AI capabilities. Meta said the deal will improve both consumer and business products. Analysts see a multi-billion dollar acquisition Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal estimated the deal at over two billion dollars. Meta has not publicly confirmed the financial terms. The size of the deal underscores Manus’s strategic value. AI agents become a central focus Meta said the acquisition will give users broader access to advanced digital agents. These agents can plan trips, build presentations, and handle complex workflows.…

Ukraine denied Russian accusations of a drone attack on one of President Vladimir Putin’s residences. President Volodymyr Zelensky said Moscow spread false claims to undermine peace efforts. He accused Russia of manufacturing a reason for renewed escalation. Ukrainian officials said Ukraine launched no such operation. Russia Claims Massive Drone Launch Overnight Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Ukraine launched 91 long-range drones overnight. He claimed the drones targeted Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod region. Russian authorities did not disclose Putin’s location during the alleged incident. Moscow said it would reassess its position in peace negotiations. Zelensky Says Kremlin Uses…

Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky said talks in Florida advanced efforts to end the Ukraine war. Trump said several difficult issues still block a final agreement. Both leaders described the meeting as productive and encouraging. Trump said territorial disputes remain the central obstacle. Russia continues to demand additional Ukrainian land. Territorial disputes remain key Speaking at Mar-a-Lago, Zelensky said negotiators agreed on ninety percent of a twenty point peace plan. Trump said talks nearly finalised security guarantees for Ukraine. He said progress reached about ninety five percent. Zelensky confirmed negotiations would continue next week. Ukrainian and American teams will focus…

Border crossings between Colombia and Laredo have surged during the holiday season. Authorities report a 265% increase compared to previous periods. The rise highlights strong regional travel demand and improved border coordination. Officials say holiday travel is driving the spike. Families, tourists, and business travelers are all contributing to higher traffic at the border. Many travelers are taking advantage of the season to visit relatives or explore nearby destinations. The increase also points to more efficient border management. Coordination between Colombian and U.S. authorities has reduced wait times and streamlined processing. Travelers have noticed smoother entry and exit procedures, making…

Rich and voiceless, Russia’s billionaires reached a record high during the war against Ukraine. Their wealth increased, but their political influence almost vanished. Over 25 years, Vladimir Putin stripped the rich of independent power. Once-feared oligarchs now avoid public opposition. This reality benefits the Kremlin. Western sanctions failed to spark elite resistance. Pressure and privilege instead secured loyalty. The Kremlin enforces obedience through a mix of rewards and threats. Loyalty brings access, protection, and profit. Defiance triggers swift punishment. Former banking billionaire Oleg Tinkov experienced this system firsthand. One day after calling the war “crazy” online, officials contacted his executives.…

India’s solar expansion earns global admiration. The transition still hides a serious waste challenge. In just over a decade, India became the world’s third-largest solar power producer. Renewable energy now shapes national climate policy. Solar panels spread across vast parks and rooftops nationwide. Large utility-scale projects generate most solar electricity. Millions of rooftop systems also feed power into the grid. Government figures show nearly 2.4 million households adopted solar through subsidies. Solar growth reduced reliance on coal-fired generation. Thermal and other non-renewables still exceed half of installed capacity. Solar energy now supplies more than 20 percent. This progress carries an…

BP has completed a six billion dollar deal. The company sells a majority stake in its Castrol motor oil business. US investment firm Stonepeak acquires the holding. The buyer operates from New York. BP transfers 65 percent of Castrol. The brand produces lubricants for cars, motorcycles, and industrial vehicles. The deal values Castrol at 10.1 billion dollars. BP receives six billion dollars in cash. Management plans to cut debt and concentrate on core operations. BP retains a 35 percent stake in Castrol. The group first acquired the brand in 2000. Executives called the deal a strategic milestone. BP wants to…

The US economy gained strong momentum in the three months to September as consumer spending increased and exports recovered. Economic output expanded at an annual rate of 4.3%, well above forecasts. Growth rose from 3.8% in the previous quarter and reached the fastest pace in two years. The data arrived after delays caused by a federal government shutdown. The report described an economy shaped by shifting trade policies, immigration changes, persistent inflation, and lower public spending. These pressures triggered sharp swings in trade activity. Despite that volatility, overall momentum remained robust and outperformed many predictions. Economic resilience surprises analysts Aditya…