Trump to ‘save’ Tiktok as RedNote rises ahead of Sunday’s ban January 16, 2025 President Donald Trump has reportedly considered rescuing the Chinese-owned social media app Tiktok from its looming ban. Once in office, Trump may suspend the enforcement of the ban-or-sale law through executive order, reported the Washington Post. He has been exploring unconventional ways in which he could save the app, which now hosts over 170m users [...]
Forget the gloom, sport’s broad palette offers many reasons be cheerful January 16, 2025 Elite sport may make us despair at times but we shouldn’t forget that the wider ecosystem offers so many opportunities to connect and participate, says Ed Warner. Memo to self: don’t always be a miserabilist. The data says that the most upbeat editions of this column garner as many readers as the more downbeat. So, [...]
The Best January 2025 Sales Offers January 15, 2025 The renowned January sales are in full swing, tempting shoppers with incredible deals at every turn together with those looking for experiences at London’s iconic attractions. Immerse yourself in the magic of London and take advantage of the numerous deals on now. From designer boutiques to high-street favourites, the discounts are irresistible. While you’re indulging [...]
Apple is first of the big tech firms to face a UK class action trial January 13, 2025 Apple is set for trial on Monday as the first of the Big Tech to face a UK class action over allegations it has been charging “excessive and unlawful” its App Store
Kia EV3 review: Futuristic family SUV sets a new benchmark January 9, 2025 It would have been unthinkable not long ago, but Kia almost toppled Ford in the 2024 new car sales chart. When the numbers were crunched, the Kia Sportage had notched up 47,183 registrations – just 1,157 behind the first-placed Ford Puma. However, the success of the Sportage is now under threat from an enemy within. [...]
Disney+ and Apple TV+ deals help turbocharge Shardlake maker January 7, 2025 The completion of shows for Disney+ and Apple TV+ helped turnover at a London production company jump by more than £55m, it has been revealed. The Forge Entertainment, which delivered Shardlake to Disney+ and The Buccaneers to Apple TV+, has reported a turnover of £71.1m for the nine months to the end of 2023. The [...]
Apple to fix AI tools after being accused of ‘misleading’ headlines by the BBC January 7, 2025 Apple has announced plans to update its AI-powered notification feature following a formal complaint from the BBC regarding inaccurately outlined news headlines. The BBC complained about the tech giant’s use of its Apple Intelligence feature last month after several high-profile errors. These included a false claim that Rafael Nadal had come out as gay and [...]
Nvidia neck and neck with Apple as world’s most valuable firm as stock rises January 7, 2025 Nvidia‘s stock rose by 3.4 per cent on Tuesday to $149.43 (£118.95) per share bringing it neck-and-neck with Apple, following various launches for the tech giant at the CES in Las Vegas on Monday. At the annual conference, the firm revealed a host of new products from new gaming chips, a personal AI supercomputer and [...]
Porsche 911 Carrera 2025 review: Sensible sports car still sparkles January 7, 2025 For 40 years, the entry-level Porsche 911 has been called ‘Carrera’. Back in 1984, a 911 3.2 Carrera developed 231hp, accelerated to 62mph in 5.6 seconds and cost £31,950. For comparison, the new 911 Carrera driven here serves up 394hp, blasts to 62mph in 3.9 seconds and has a list price of £99,800. According to [...]
2025 Predictions for Apple, Microsoft, Tesla, and other tech leaders January 6, 2025 The Magnificent Seven group of leading tech companies: Apple, Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta and Tesla, gained a combined 63 per cent in 2024, building on 2023’s strong performance. Deutsche Bank revealed the group generated more profit in 2024 than most national stock markets. However, JP Morgan has projected their contribution to S&P 500 earnings [...]