Author: Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers
Andrew Rogers is a freelance journalist based in Chicago, USA, with over 10 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. He graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of Florida. Over the years, he has contributed to leading outlets such as The New York Times, CNN, and Reuters. Recognized for his sharp reporting and thoughtful analysis, Andrew delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers updated on key national and global developments.
Reddit has overtaken TikTok as Britain’s fourth most visited social media platform, driven by search algorithms and Gen Z users.The platform now reaches three in five UK internet users, up from one third in 2023, according to Ofcom.Growth is strongest among users aged 18 to 24, with more than three quarters visiting the site.The UK is now Reddit’s second largest market globally, behind the United States.A Google algorithm update prioritising forum content significantly increased Reddit’s visibility in search results.Licensing deals with Google and OpenAI further boosted traffic through AI-generated search summaries.Younger users increasingly seek human opinions on topics such as…
West Ham United have strengthened their attack by signing Pablo Felipe from Gil Vicente.The 21-year-old joins for £18.3m plus £2.6m in add-ons. West Ham have also agreed a £26.1m deal for Taty Castellanos from Lazio.The moves form part of a £47m spending spree. Manager Nuno Espírito Santo is pushing for reinforcements as West Ham sit 18th.The club rejected a move for Jørgen Strand Larsen due to his £40m valuation. Pablo has scored nine goals this season and is seen as a long-term prospect.Castellanos offers experience but has scored only twice this campaign. West Ham are also exploring a short-term deal…
Global oil prices recorded their sharpest annual fall since the Covid pandemic.Prices dropped nearly 20% in 2025, the biggest decline since 2020. This marked the third consecutive year of annual losses for oil markets.Analysts say persistent oversupply has outweighed geopolitical tensions. Brent crude ended the year at about $60.85 a barrel, down from nearly $74 in 2024.US crude prices fell similarly, closing around $57. The International Energy Agency expects supply to exceed demand by 3.8m barrels per day.Members of Opec have delayed production increases, but output remains high. Weaker global growth and reduced Chinese demand have dampened consumption.Sanctions relief on…
Photographers have captured striking images of grey seal pups along the Lincolnshire coast.The pups were born at Donna Nook Nature Reserve near Louth. Each year, hundreds of visitors arrive to watch the pupping season.The season typically runs from October to December. This year, 1,924 pups were born at the reserve.That figure is 274 higher than last year’s total. Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust confirmed adult seals have now returned to sea.Twelve pups remain visible from the public viewing area.
West Ham United are preparing a bid for Jørgen Strand Larsen to boost their survival fight.Manager Nuno Espírito Santo wants attacking reinforcements in January. Wolverhampton Wanderers are believed to value Strand Larsen at £40m.The 25-year-old has scored three league goals this season for bottom-placed Wolves. Strand Larsen impressed last season after arriving from Celta Vigo, scoring 14 goals.West Ham, currently 18th, see a striker as crucial to staying up. The club are also considering Ellis Simms and Haji Wright.A loan move for Nathan Aké has been ruled out.
Sam Altman has advertised a $555,000-a-year role described as one of the toughest jobs in artificial intelligence.The new head of preparedness at OpenAI will be tasked with managing risks from increasingly powerful AI systems. The role includes preparing for threats to mental health, cybersecurity, and biological safety.It also involves monitoring fears that advanced AI could begin training itself or cause severe harm. Altman warned the job would be immediately stressful and highly demanding.Previous occupants of similar roles have stayed only briefly. Concerns are growing across the industry.Mustafa Suleyman and Google DeepMind co-founder Demis Hassabis have both warned about uncontrolled AI…
Louis Gerstner, the former chair and CEO credited with rescuing IBM, has died aged 83.He led the company from 1993 to 2002 during a period of deep uncertainty. Gerstner took over as IBM faced mounting pressure from rivals including Microsoft and Sun Microsystems.He became the first outsider to run IBM and quickly changed its direction. Crucially, Gerstner rejected plans to break IBM into smaller units.Instead, he focused on integrated services and customer needs. IBM’s current chief executive, Arvind Krishna, said this decision ensured the company’s survival.He praised Gerstner’s focus on clients and long-term innovation. Gerstner helped steer IBM away from…
Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Brighton & Hove Albion.The match was largely controlled by Arsenal, despite a nervy spell after the break. Martin Ødegaard opened the scoring before half-time with a precise finish after Bukayo Saka’s pass.It was his first goal of an injury-hit season. Arsenal doubled their lead early in the second half when Georginio Rutter turned a corner into his own net.By then, the hosts had dominated possession and chances. Brighton briefly threatened a comeback when Diego Gómez scored from a rebound.Moments later, David Raya produced a superb…
Kate McLean-MacKenzie is charting the distinctive smells of cities around the world.The University of Kent researcher wants smells to be shared as easily as images or sounds. Her work involves guided “smell walks”, where participants record scents, intensity, and emotional associations.The results are turned into visual maps and cultural narratives. Since 2011, she has mapped more than 40 locations, including Paris, Glasgow, Kyiv, and Kolkata.The project highlights how smells shape personal and collective experiences of cities. McLean-MacKenzie says smell maps capture fleeting moments rather than permanent records.They may also become historical documents as cities change over time. She hopes the…
Christmas offers plenty of chances to sneak science into family celebrations without a lab coat.Researchers say simple experiments can turn food, jokes, and decorations into moments of discovery. Matthew Cobb of the University of Manchester suggests testing taste and smell using sweets.With eyes closed and nose held, flavours disappear until smell is restored. At the cracker table, Sophie Scott from University College London recommends testing laughter.People laugh far more in company than alone, showing humour’s social nature. Christmas dinner can also become a biology lesson.Steve Brusatte of the University of Edinburgh advises examining turkey bones to understand movement and flight.…
